Show Notes
In this episode of Recipe to the Road I am joined by my good friend Conor, a world traveller who has hitchhiked from Ireland to China and around Europe and the Americas. He shares his experiences and insights about this unique form of travel.
NB. This podcast was recorded before the current protests and conflict in Iran that started in September 2022.
Hitchhiking
When asked where the most interesting place he’s visited is, Conor says hitchhiking itself makes travel interesting. He says you could write a book about hitchhiking in each country.
Iran was a particularly interesting place for Conor. He says it was very different to preconceived notions people might have of the country. He notes that everyone hitchhikes there, and the population is extremely well-educated and very hospitable.
Conor didn’t pay for accommodation when hitchhiking. He used the Couchsurfing app, got offered accommodation from people he met or stayed in a tent.
How he started hitchhiking
Conor started hitchhiking around the age of 14, starting in Ireland and eventually making his way to Scotland.
Throughout college, Conor balanced his studies with travel and eventually ended up hitchhiking all the way to China. An important resource he used was the website Hitchwiki.
Trust in the Road
Conor believes that regardless of cultural differences and conflicts, people are fundamentally the same and will help one another when faced with a need.
He has had very few negative experiences in his travels and has a firm belief to "trust in the road."
Survival Bag
Conor always carries a small survival bag with essentials like a sleeping bag, pillow, passport, and anything necessary to survive.
He also emphasises the importance of making sure your head and hips are comfortable for a good night's sleep.
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