Amazon and Starbucks

Seattle  • 
It was really inspiring to visit their facilities in Seattle. I recall reading that Howard Schultz thinks the Roastery is the next level for coffee lovers and it has surely become a hang-out place for many types of different crowds. I really wonder if this Roastery idea would work out as intended (a...

My body finally took a toll

Golden Gate Bridge  • 
This morning, I felt a sharp pain on the joint of my left toe when I took my first step. I know something is definitely off if I am limping when walking because I didn't want to put pressure on the left foot. But I have no idea how this sensation started...as usual, I googled my condition and sympto...

The good beach vibe

Manuel Antonio Beach  • 
For someone who has always travelled in cities and never really stayed at the beach....I realized that the beach life is very nice after all! I'm a bit late to the game:p I used to think it's boring. But I find that people behave differently; both locals and tourists are in a good mood. I start to t...

Day 1 - Meeting Christopher; San Jose city

San José Province  • 
I was sitting in the courtyard for breakfast this morning. Christopher was sitting at the table next to me. I sneezed and he said "bless you" in return. I think that was a nice gesture of him, and I initiated a conversation "what brings you to San Jose?". He is here for a conference on geography bec...

Day 0 - Meeting Michael, download Maps.me

San José Province  • 
I landed in San Jose in the evening and I got to the hostel pretty late. It was advised that I do not walk outside alone in the evening. But I needed to eat! So I asked them where I can get food and the closest restaurant happens to be found at another hostel across from mine. That's not too bad. So...