Met a guy in a co-work space in Medellin who changed how I travel

He was 68, been hopping between hostels for 12 years, and told me he never books more than 3 nights in one spot. I asked why, and he said "overplanning kills the surprise." Has anyone else run into a veteran nomad who totally shifted your approach?

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reed.elliot1mo ago

Murphy saying it's "way better and cheaper" sounds like you traded one kind of planning for another. "Don't book" is still a plan, just a different one. Maybe some folks just like having a little structure and that's fine too.

robins831mo ago

Agree with you on that. Having no plan is still a plan, just a loose one. Some people really need that security of knowing where they're sleeping next week, and that's totally valid. I've tried both ways on trips and honestly it depends on the destination and my mood lol. In places where last minute hostels or flights are easy to find, going with the flow can save cash. But in remote areas or during peak season, you might end up paying way more or getting stuck somewhere sketchy. I think the sweet spot is having a rough outline with flexible days built in so you can see where the wind takes you without stressing about a roof over your head.

murphy.mason1mo ago

Yeah that's solid advice. I started doing the same thing after a guy in Bangkok told me to stop planning more than two days ahead. Made my trips way better and cheaper too since you can snag last minute deals when you're flexible.