My name is Jin.

Since beginning my travels in 2012, my best experiences were always when I was furthest away from Lonely Planet destinations.

I started Travel in the Raw to help inspire other travelers to think outside the typical sightseeing routes. Here you can learn how to truly immerse yourself into
other cultures and discover places no tourists go.

Life begins just outside your comfort zone. That's also where you'll find travel in the raw.

Follow me on my quest to find deeper meaning and authenticity in travel. Let's find out how deep this rabbit hole goes.

How to Decide How Long to Travel For?

One of the hardest decisions to make is deciding whether to travel for 2 weeks, a few months, or to go on an endless journey, waking up each morning open and flexible to every opportunity and go wherever the wind and your heart take you. As tempting as the last option is, you'd be...

Which Type of Camera Should You Bring on Your Travels?

When choosing a camera, you have to ask yourself which factors are most important to you; price, image quality, features and weight being the main ones you'll want to...

How to Save For Your Trip Around the World

In order to find how much in total you need to save up, you'll need to determine how long you want to travel for and what you'll need as a daily budget. In general it is good to plan between $50 and $70 a day which would include food, accommodation, and transportation/flights. If you are a really seasoned traveler and plan to navigate cheaper countries you can budget....

How to Attend an Indigenous Ceremony While Traveling

The world is developing quickly. Which is both good and bad. One unfortunate side-effect is that some of the most beautiful and natural cultures of the world are slowly vanishing. But if you know where to look, it's not too late to catch a glimpse. Learn how to find and experience authentic indigenous ceremonies when traveling.

How to Gain Authentic Travel Experiences by Getting Lost on the Side Streets

All-English menus and souvenirs in windows. Bright colored leaflets and sightseers on buses. Tour guided packages you can't really wing. These are a few of my least favorite things when traveling. If you notice your travels are starting to feel like a visit to Disneyland, here's a tip that'll help you immerse and experience other cultures more naturally.

How to Attend an Indigenous Ceremony While Traveling

The world is developing quickly. Which is both good and bad. One unfortunate side-effect is that some of the most beautiful and natural cultures of the world are slowly vanishing. But if you know where to look, it's not too late to catch a glimpse. Learn how to find and experience authentic indigenous ceremonies when traveling.

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