teachingabroad – Rosie Roams

Back in Sumatra

I had forgotten how it feels to be medans biggest tourist attraction…. but within the first few minutes as the only bule in the airport and several taxi drivers battling over me I felt back in the usual state of slight discomfort that I call home here. Then the fun began – the four hourContinue reading “Back in Sumatra”

Back in Asia

After just over 2 weeks at home, I’m back in the warmth of the equator. I’m not sure I felt entirely ready to be heading back, but then I also didn’t feel ready to come home at Christmas – I suppose that’s what happens when your hearts in two places. Lucky enough to feel atContinue reading “Back in Asia”

Berstagi!

The past 3 weeks have been especially crazy and it seems we are rushing headlong towards Christmas! It’s less than 2 weeks now till I’m back in the UK and yet I only just feel like I’m getting the hang of life here! After my trip to Penang (and another Jungle Party at the oneContinue reading “Berstagi!”

Do’s and Don’ts of Penang

This week I’ve had a well needed break from small village life as I headed to Penang to renew my visa! I’ve made a quick list of dos and don’ts for any other solos travellers wishing to check out this amazing city! Day 1 – Do Do download the “grab” app before you head toContinue reading “Do’s and Don’ts of Penang”

Time Flies

Another week has sped by here in Sumatra! I really can’t believe how fast it’s going. This week was supposedly our relaxing week after the Jungle Trek, but it’s still been extraordinarily busy – or I suppose ordinarily busy as there’s never a dull moment here. Every afternoon I helped delivering our Youth Ranger ProgrammeContinue reading “Time Flies”

Flight or Fight?

The morality of going half way around the world is something I’ve toyed with a lot over the past year. I truly believe that happiness comes from new experiences, from living life without limits, from feeling your feet in your sand and from tasting the spiciest dishes that you can handle. I want to meetContinue reading “Flight or Fight?”

The Journey Begins

In just over 5 weeks I am moving to Indonesia. In order to document my elation and panic about moving to a continent that I have never set foot on, I thought I’d create this little blog to record my journey. It all began in March earlier this year, when I was offered a jobContinue reading “The Journey Begins”