About Me | Ka’s Travel Stories

Welcome to “See The Big World”! I’m Ka, originally from Hong Kong and now living in the UK. This website is where I share my experiences of self-guided travel in Europe and life in the UK. Hope you find inspiration and useful tips for your own adventures!

When I took the photo above in Busan, I thought of this quote from The Little Prince: “what is essential is invisible to the eye.” No matter where we travel, the greatest takeaways are often not the landmarks, but those moments that move us and make us think.

Thanks for dropping by! I hope you find some inspiration for your next trip here, and I’d love to hear about your own travel stories too.

If you have any questions, ideas, or would like to collaborate, feel free to reach out:

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Why I Created This Website

Back then, I dreamed of becoming a travel journalist, mainly because the idea of getting paid to travel sounded amazing. Life took an unexpected turn, and I ended up working as a finance reporter and later in SEO.

After moving to the UK, I started reflecting on what I was truly passionate about and realised that my love for organising and sharing travel information had never changed. So I decided to create this website as a way to document my journeys.

My Preferred Way of Travelling

I’m definitely a planner (very much the “J” type if you know MBTI), so I always create a detailed itinerary before any trip. While I don’t go as far as scheduling things down to the minute, I do make sure my itinerary is full and well thought out, with time to explore the local history and culture in depth.

I also love adding unique experiences to my trips, like diving, camping, catching a show or a football match. It’s not just about ticking off sights, but creating meaningful memories that stay with me.

When it comes to budget, I adjust flexibly depending on the focus of the trip. If I want to splurge on a luxury stay, I’ll cut back on transport or meals. If I’m aiming for a Michelin-starred dinner, I’ll save elsewhere. For me, it’s all about striking the right balance.

Learning how to balance time and money is one of life’s most important lessons, and travel should be no different.

My Travel Map

Most of my past travels were around Asia, especially in the years after university. But after moving to the UK, travelling around Europe has become just as easy and affordable as visiting Southeast Asia used to be. On the flip side, going back to Asia now feels like a luxury, so I’m glad I explored much of it when I had the chance.

Here is my travel map. The "orange house" represents cities where I have lived for an extended period, the "blue car" represents road trips, and the rest are city travels.

If you’re interested in knowing where I’ve been：My Detailed Travel Footptint

My Most Unforgettable Travel Moments

I believe travelling the world isn’t something you need to save up for and tick off in one go, it’s a journey to be enjoyed gradually throughout your life. To me, the heart of every trip lies in its history, natural beauty, and the people you share it with.

Here are some of my most unforgettable travel moments:

Falling out with a close friend during a university exchange trip, only to become even closer afterwards.
A whirlwind weekend in Singapore with colleagues, then dashing back to Hong Kong on Saturday night to run a marathon the next morning.
Feeling a wave of loneliness while travelling solo in Taichung: which led me to plan a family trip to Japan soon after.
Taking my parents on their first self-guided trip to Kyoto and Osaka: a journey they still talk about to this day.
Stargazing with my partner under the Milky Way in Tasmania, making a wish for a home where we could watch the stars: a dream that somehow came true after moving to the UK.

Thank you for reading this far. If you, like me, love exploring the world and cherishing the people and stories along the way, you’re always welcome here: let’s see the big world together.