If Asia Feels Intimidating… Here’s What We Learned

Ep.181 Asia can feel like a big leap when you’re used to traveling in Europe or North America. We spent seven months moving through Japan, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Taiwan, and South Korea. In this video, we share what we learned, how we found our rhythm, and the simple things that made the trip feel easier and more approachable than we expected. If Asia has been on your list but you’re unsure where to start, we hope our experience gives you a clearer picture and a lot more confidence.

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Chapters:
00:00 - Start
00:41 - Overwhelmed by Japan’s Metro
02:34 - Confused by the 言語
04:04 - Rideshare to the rescue
04:33 - The lifesaving power of parroting
05:37 - Ordering food in Asian countries
07:03 - The fear of food poisoning
10:03 - Ease into the more local food offerings
12:17 - Hit the streets for deliciousness
13:19 - Concerned about chaos?
14:23 - Worry about offending people
15:46 - Kind people are everywhere
16:49 - Technology overwhelm
18:23 - How different are the toilets?
19:06 - Dealing with health issues in Asia
19:46 - Is Asia too far away?

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