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We Live In An Old Military Truck And Travel The World To Show Our Son The Beauty Of Our Planet (New Pics)
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We Live In An Old Military Truck And Travel The World To Show Our Son The Beauty Of Our Planet (New Pics)

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In the first part, we have been driven from Austria all the way through Central Asia to the end of the „driveable“ world, Vladivostok. You can find the first part here.

In the second part, our journey leads us from Vladivostok via South Korea to Japan. After a snowy winter in the Japanese Alps, we have moved on to Borneo, crossed Brunei until we have spent a few incredible, shocking, scary, marvelous and surprising months in Indonesia.

In the first part of our trip, many people were asking, if we have won in the lottery and have been worried about our son´s education. Scroll through part 2 to get some answers or visit our website to get a more detailed insight into our real life.

This is our story in pictures from our second year, driving overland from Vladivostok to Indonesia.

Stay tuned for part 3 – Australia!

More info: Instagram | stocksy.com | akela.world

From Vladivostok, we have shipped via South Korea

To Japan! The land of castles

And Ninjas!

We’ve had heaps of troubles with our heater in Japan and a lot of snow to shovel, in fear that our roof would collapse

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However, Japan was stunning and a great experience!

After Japan, we moved on to Borneo, the third-largest island on this planet

Which has some of the deepest caves

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Borneo is still pretty wild

Best accessible by boat and really fun to explore

We were looking for something special and rare

The Orangutan. Borneo and Sumatra are the only places where you still can find these apes

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Their last, small habitats are shrinking super fast. Rainforests are still getting cut down, sizes of multiple football fields daily!

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We have crossed Borneo from north to south and have seen way more palmoil plantations than Rainforest

Nature is getting destroyed, locals exploited, animals expelled and killed for the sake of human “needs” and consumerism

Southeast Asia is very rich in different tribes and cultures

It is amazing and interesting what the “modern” world could learn from these “underdeveloped” people

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Unfortunately, a lot of these cultures and their knowledge is getting lost

The western world, technology, and tourism are conquering the whole planet, cultures are vanishing and only ruins remain

Indonesia gave us a pretty tough time when it comes to finding camping spots and driving

Electricity lines are hanging low and everything is narrow and tight

Nusa Penida is a very small island. Way too small and narrow to go there with the truck. So we rented some scooters to get around. 3 generations on a single motorbike! Not that bad.

However, Indonesia has some magical places

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Which are worth staying for the whole night

Waking up the next morning with a view like this

For us, it is the land of waterfalls

Epic rice terraces

Magnificent beaches!

It also comes with a lot of problems

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Dirt, rubbish, and junk all over are omnipresent. It would be easy, blaming this ecological disaster on this very land and the local people. Some of them may be uneducated, some may be lazy. But that´s not the majority and not the major reasons for all this trash.

A couple of decades ago, Indonesia didn’t even have plastic

Tourism is rising and western companies are importing western products. Neither these companies nor the government itself is providing proper facilities dealing with all the rubbish. In addition to this, many “western” countries shipping their trash in third world countries for having a “green” and “clean” home country.

After living on the ocean for more than a year now, we got drawn to this element. Not only for fun sports but also for learning, understanding it

The oceans are the largest ecosystem on this planet with an immense diversity of flora and fauna. And therefore the most important, but also vulnerable, area. If the ocean dies, we all die!

The oceans and our beaches are polluted – heavily! Almost everybody knows that nowadays. But still, way too few people care about that big problem.
The last generation failed to handle this situation and even our generation failed. Picking up some rubbish (5 diapers on the beach! Seriously?) from the beach is a Sisyphus work and just the proverbial drop in the ocean. After 15 minutes the bag was full. And that was a „clean“ beach. But we think there is still a possibility to make a change and probably the best solution is called education. Education to our children. Let’s provide our kids, the future generation, with information on how to treat our planet and raise a smarter generation, a generation that is able to make a huge impact on this disastrous situation. Live comes from the ocean and without the oceans, all of our lives end.

To the people who are worrying about our son’s education

We don’t have a strict curriculum like in a schoolroom. But we have the ability, to raise and educate our son in the very environment, we are traveling in. Teaching him about different cultures, learning new languages, experiencing the hospitality and love from people all over the world – no matter where we are. Pointing out environmental issues and exploring the immense diversity of wildlife. Learning to appreciate, understand and conserve this planet is a better education rather than focusing on economic growth, wealth and consumerism. At least for us! Of course, we are teaching him basic stuff like reading, and writing.

And you don’t have to be rich for a lifestyle we are living, nor do you have to win in the lottery

You just have to know the right people. Just kidding!

From the outside, our life looks like a holiday. However, you can be certain, even people like us have to work, even harder then you might think

Living on the road, and especially earning money on the road, is much harder than it seems and much more challenging than in our previous life back home

On one side, it is a life filled with challenges and we are always exhausted. However, it is also filled with so many magical experiences. It is worth living it. Stay tuned for the next leg of our journey!

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johnlouis62 avatar
John Louis
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have commented before, that I am a professional magician and have a job that is recreational. That said, I don't need to arrogantly proclaim how I put corporate America behind me to live the dream etc. etc. bs....These posts have an in-your-face-air of superiority. The vast majority of people hold down necessary jobs that keep our economy moving, they are the real heros.

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tuzdayschild
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I agree, people who hold down necessary jobs that keep our economy moving, they are the real heroes. I'm one of them. At the same time, I don't begrudge these people the trip of a lifetime. This is not a trip I will probably ever be able to take but I love that they shared this with me.

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Dippin Dot
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People really need to elaborate on how they earn money for this kind of lifestyle... because it seems for every 5 articles on "I quit my job to travel" you can also find one (many on different sites) about how people will panhandle to finance their travels, which really isn't "work".

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Odiet
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

imagine everybody will "quit their job and travel"...Most of people cant do this because their relatives need them (old parents for example) and also we need somebody to sell us food, to heal us, to take care of education of our children...I suppose this trend is made by social media where you can get money by some kind of exchange trade (addvertisement , information or so) and it is not sustainable. These travellers are not bringing any value to society. We can see same pictures from same places...

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Kenny Kulbiski
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Enjoyed the pictures and think the kid is getting a good education but have questions about affordability. Whatever they sold must be worth a lot more than anything I've got. What kinda work can they get in third world countries that pay enough for this? Shipping that truck around has gotta be expensive and a major hassle.

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St. John
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sold everything and can't afford even Old Military Truck. What's the next step to start the traveling?

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St. John
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

*** Opportunity to sell everything and travel across the World is a flag/marker, that the family are the exploiters of those poor nations. Also traveling around the world to show the Beauty of our planet, is also killing the planet.

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N G
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope they have a visa entitling them to work as they travel, so countries won't like it.

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laura gilman
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The one and only single problem to all our environmental problems ...overpopulation. If we get birth control and acceptance of human population control under way, maybe we can save the planet but until then it will only get worse.

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Hannah
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Serious goals guys! We want to keep travelling when we have kids to show them the world too! Wonderful inspiration! <3

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SciFi Vortex
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"We Live In An Old Military Truck And Travel The World To Show Our Son The Beauty Of Our Planet" ... and for no other reason. Gotcha. ;)

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Id row
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ah, the joys of mortgaging your future. And 'experiencing the hospitality and love from people all over the world' is not an acceptable substitution for a child's education.

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Devi Anggun
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for all your supports to my country, Indonesia. Terima kasih.

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GeneralZod
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Those photos really are breathtakingly beautiful. I am envious of their travels and free spirited lifestyle. It's not in my comfort zone to be so unstructured so I will live through them :)

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Becca Gizmo the Squirrel
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This would be such an adventure! I like that most of the pictures showed their environment, not selfies. But the photo of her holding the lantern faraway at night is beautiful. As long as he is learning some math and a few other things on the side I think the kid is getting a hands on world wide education about important things like keeping this planet clean and climate change. I think I saw them cleaning a beach.

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Belince78
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4 years ago (edited)

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Single Mom With 4 Kids Lost Her Job But Was Able To Stay On Top By Banking Continuously $1500 Per Week With An Online Work She Found Over The Internet... Check The Details........ HERE☛ www.career31.com

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John Louis
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have commented before, that I am a professional magician and have a job that is recreational. That said, I don't need to arrogantly proclaim how I put corporate America behind me to live the dream etc. etc. bs....These posts have an in-your-face-air of superiority. The vast majority of people hold down necessary jobs that keep our economy moving, they are the real heros.

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tuzdayschild
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I agree, people who hold down necessary jobs that keep our economy moving, they are the real heroes. I'm one of them. At the same time, I don't begrudge these people the trip of a lifetime. This is not a trip I will probably ever be able to take but I love that they shared this with me.

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Dippin Dot
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People really need to elaborate on how they earn money for this kind of lifestyle... because it seems for every 5 articles on "I quit my job to travel" you can also find one (many on different sites) about how people will panhandle to finance their travels, which really isn't "work".

radochova avatar
Odiet
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

imagine everybody will "quit their job and travel"...Most of people cant do this because their relatives need them (old parents for example) and also we need somebody to sell us food, to heal us, to take care of education of our children...I suppose this trend is made by social media where you can get money by some kind of exchange trade (addvertisement , information or so) and it is not sustainable. These travellers are not bringing any value to society. We can see same pictures from same places...

Load More Replies...
kennykulbiski avatar
Kenny Kulbiski
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Enjoyed the pictures and think the kid is getting a good education but have questions about affordability. Whatever they sold must be worth a lot more than anything I've got. What kinda work can they get in third world countries that pay enough for this? Shipping that truck around has gotta be expensive and a major hassle.

jaunietis avatar
St. John
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sold everything and can't afford even Old Military Truck. What's the next step to start the traveling?

jaunietis avatar
St. John
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

*** Opportunity to sell everything and travel across the World is a flag/marker, that the family are the exploiters of those poor nations. Also traveling around the world to show the Beauty of our planet, is also killing the planet.

Load More Replies...
ng avatar
N G
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope they have a visa entitling them to work as they travel, so countries won't like it.

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laura gilman
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The one and only single problem to all our environmental problems ...overpopulation. If we get birth control and acceptance of human population control under way, maybe we can save the planet but until then it will only get worse.

hemptonapparel avatar
Hannah
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Serious goals guys! We want to keep travelling when we have kids to show them the world too! Wonderful inspiration! <3

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SciFi Vortex
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"We Live In An Old Military Truck And Travel The World To Show Our Son The Beauty Of Our Planet" ... and for no other reason. Gotcha. ;)

idrow avatar
Id row
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ah, the joys of mortgaging your future. And 'experiencing the hospitality and love from people all over the world' is not an acceptable substitution for a child's education.

devianggun avatar
Devi Anggun
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for all your supports to my country, Indonesia. Terima kasih.

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GeneralZod
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Those photos really are breathtakingly beautiful. I am envious of their travels and free spirited lifestyle. It's not in my comfort zone to be so unstructured so I will live through them :)

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Becca Gizmo the Squirrel
Community Member
4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This would be such an adventure! I like that most of the pictures showed their environment, not selfies. But the photo of her holding the lantern faraway at night is beautiful. As long as he is learning some math and a few other things on the side I think the kid is getting a hands on world wide education about important things like keeping this planet clean and climate change. I think I saw them cleaning a beach.

tal19531 avatar
Belince78
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4 years ago (edited)

This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

Single Mom With 4 Kids Lost Her Job But Was Able To Stay On Top By Banking Continuously $1500 Per Week With An Online Work She Found Over The Internet... Check The Details........ HERE☛ www.career31.com

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