tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post6385722743558365920..comments2024-02-13T04:46:57.777-08:00Comments on Answering Oliver: Whirlwind Weeks on NZ's North IslandDevon Passhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01313599940414989580noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-64339024375519428872016-06-08T19:57:10.536-07:002016-06-08T19:57:10.536-07:00Great post with interesting photos. Surely you'...Great post with interesting photos. Surely you've ever had beautiful memories of lifeKamarhttp://www.atravelmate.com/ho-chi-minh-toursnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-55471157185272689022016-02-04T17:32:57.985-08:002016-02-04T17:32:57.985-08:00This land of movie I only saw ice and snow, it did...This land of movie I only saw ice and snow, it did not expect it like this nice ^^Oliverhttp://vietfuntravel.com/mekong-delta-toursnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-69406520072285428542012-03-10T08:02:08.156-08:002012-03-10T08:02:08.156-08:00I loooove the Osprey bag! It's just the right ...I loooove the Osprey bag! It's just the right size for me. I've added a few items (jeans, a few tank tops) and depending on how efficiently I pack, it's getting to be a squeeze, but I wouldn't go any bigger. And everyone is jealous/impressed by how small it is (compared to most monstrous packs I see out here), and that's just an added bonus. : )Devon Passhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01313599940414989580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-37774202654645277472012-02-29T08:00:20.524-08:002012-02-29T08:00:20.524-08:00Great post and pictures Devon! Looking forward to ...Great post and pictures Devon! Looking forward to reading your blog over the next year as I plan my own escape from office life. How is the osprey bag working out for you so far? I have a Deuter 50+15l but I'm tempted to downsize and pick up the farpoint 55 S/M after reading your review.Darrennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-26920117529396373702012-02-28T14:50:06.955-08:002012-02-28T14:50:06.955-08:00Thanks! That's something I had to remember whi...Thanks! That's something I had to remember while preparing to travel... that everything will work out!Devon Passhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01313599940414989580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-19968256537167587462012-02-23T14:24:32.387-08:002012-02-23T14:24:32.387-08:00I love reading about your adventure and living vic...I love reading about your adventure and living vicariously through you! ;) I am so happy that everything is working out and that you are embracing your life!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-10991112948144423712012-02-22T07:08:56.484-08:002012-02-22T07:08:56.484-08:00It sounds like you're having an amazing time! ...It sounds like you're having an amazing time! I love your pictures :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-80629383441151569392012-02-21T17:17:50.950-08:002012-02-21T17:17:50.950-08:001. I almost always carry it separately because I u...1. I almost always carry it separately because I usually don't have too far to go with all my stuff -- from the bus to the hostel, from the hostel back to the bus. If I want to cut down on the number of things I'm carrying, I'll attach it. It's nice to have the option.<br /><br />2. Average age is early- to mid-twenties, in my experience.<br /><br />3. Not always! If there are no lockers, I keep my valuables on me and lock the main pack, keeping it out of sight if possible (like under my bed).<br /><br />4. No. Too bulky, heavy and expensive for me. I haven't seen anyone else use one, either. It kinda screams "this bag holds something worth stealing," and those things aren't 100% secure anyway.<br /><br />Good luck!Devon Passhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01313599940414989580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-18478275663176240712012-02-21T16:59:17.837-08:002012-02-21T16:59:17.837-08:00I look forward to your next post and to following ...I look forward to your next post and to following your adventure. I purchased my backpack (exactly like yours). I have a few questions for you. <br /><br />1. Do you ever carry the day pack attached to the main pack or do you always just carry it separately?<br />2. I have never stayed in a hostel before. What is the average age of people at the hostel?<br />3. Is there always a locker at the hostel to lock your stuff up?<br />4. Do you have a safelock (that mesh stuff) for your backpack?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-37920123002943692872012-02-21T15:15:38.248-08:002012-02-21T15:15:38.248-08:00I LOVE that: "We're all like distant fami...I LOVE that: "We're all like distant family, waiting to be known."<br /><br />So true, and good to remember when I get those homesick pangs. Thanks for sharing.Devon Passhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01313599940414989580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-29751752950804675322012-02-21T15:14:16.698-08:002012-02-21T15:14:16.698-08:00That rainbow made the whole scene feel like a drea...That rainbow made the whole scene feel like a dream, and I couldn't BELIEVE how the sunscreen squirted out just like that! I laughed so hard.Devon Passhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01313599940414989580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-35049326086886429062012-02-21T15:13:42.948-08:002012-02-21T15:13:42.948-08:00Thanks, Andrew. I'll try not to let another tw...Thanks, Andrew. I'll try not to let another two weeks pass by before the next one. : )Devon Passhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01313599940414989580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-38562180756596399002012-02-21T15:13:16.644-08:002012-02-21T15:13:16.644-08:00The swing looked like it might break at any moment...The swing looked like it might break at any moment, but luckily it was fine! And FUN.Devon Passhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01313599940414989580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-56107375758606621392012-02-21T15:12:42.024-08:002012-02-21T15:12:42.024-08:00Thank you! I've had more fun that I thought po...Thank you! I've had more fun that I thought possible in such a short amount of time!Devon Passhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01313599940414989580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-46712406864765675222012-02-21T15:12:14.285-08:002012-02-21T15:12:14.285-08:00Thanks, Laura. It's pretty great!Thanks, Laura. It's pretty great!Devon Passhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01313599940414989580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-84280391681892671762012-02-21T15:11:37.864-08:002012-02-21T15:11:37.864-08:00Thanks, Emily! Every time I start chatting with so...Thanks, Emily! Every time I start chatting with someone about Seattle, I miss it... but I look forward to returning one day. : )Devon Passhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01313599940414989580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-9026281406404821932012-02-21T07:41:09.304-08:002012-02-21T07:41:09.304-08:00Seems like you're having a better time than we...Seems like you're having a better time than we anticipated, which is great!!<br /><br />First few days/hours are always the worst, really hard... For me, it was a whole week, cried every night. Until a friend told me "Look, when you're in the road, we're your family." Wise words. Then it hit me: We're all like distant family, waiting to be known.<br /><br />I couldn't help thinking several times in the past few days "what might Devon be doing now? Zorbing? Hiking?"...<br /><br />We enjoy your adventures and updates, so keep'em coming!<br /><br />Cheers!!Piracantohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14767475835360294016noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-3545613551320453162012-02-21T07:33:46.984-08:002012-02-21T07:33:46.984-08:00LOVE the pictures of the rainbow and the happy sun...LOVE the pictures of the rainbow and the happy sunscreen! :)Jessiehttp://www.jessiespielvogel.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-73397024758615123172012-02-21T06:23:25.606-08:002012-02-21T06:23:25.606-08:00Amazing pictures, thanks for sharing your adventur...Amazing pictures, thanks for sharing your adventure with all of us. Can't wait to read the next post.Andrewnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-5678180221452154862012-02-21T04:19:02.329-08:002012-02-21T04:19:02.329-08:00What a great couple weeks...Love the pics on the s...What a great couple weeks...Love the pics on the swing...Look forward to reading about the next adventure!D.J. - The World of Deejhttp://www.theworldofdeej.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-89962832953015025002012-02-21T02:26:23.523-08:002012-02-21T02:26:23.523-08:00So glad you posted. It sounds as if you are having...So glad you posted. It sounds as if you are having a blast. The pictures are beautiful. I can't wait until your next post about your adventure.SaraMRN2010https://www.blogger.com/profile/13383361754171269233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-91730362909221998262012-02-21T01:30:54.687-08:002012-02-21T01:30:54.687-08:00I am so pleased that you are enjoying this trip so...I am so pleased that you are enjoying this trip so far. You look so happy :)Laurahttp://www.countdowntooz.tumblr.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1098737005229942449.post-13674858883974612432012-02-20T21:15:47.546-08:002012-02-20T21:15:47.546-08:00Girl I cannot get ENOUGH of your adventure. And I...Girl I cannot get ENOUGH of your adventure. And I promise the Seattle scenery is still here waiting for you whenever (IF ever!) you return. You are going to cherish this time for the rest of your life! :)Emily Malonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04260182782784741554noreply@blogger.com