Traveling Teacher http://travelingteacher2010.blogspot.com/
"Could a person who had no money travel around the world relying on the generosity of strangers?" This is the question that I posed to some of my students last spring at Southeast Whitfield High School in Dalton, Georgia, while we were discussing the topic of whether people are basically good or basically evil. Personally, I believe almost all people are trustworthy and will often go to great lengths to help others, if given the chance, but the class never came to a consensus, which led me to the idea of trying to find out for myself if I could travel on nothing but benevolence. That is how this blog was born. ... This is an experiment that different people might call different things - relying on benevolence, divine providence or even trusting the universe. With that in mind, I am starting the journey with no money and will travel as far as the universe takes me. Any monetary donations, however large or small, would be greatly appreciated, or if you happen to be the president of an airline and would like to donate a ticket, that would also be wonderful. I have never lost my love of backpacking, so I tend to travel very cheaply and would use the money wisely. If giving money doesn't seem appropriate, benevolence comes in many other forms. Once I know which countries I'll visit, I would welcome any private offers of meals or accommodations, however simple they might be. Some of my best travel experiences have been staying with families, rather than in hotels, and I would share all of these new experiences on my blog, as well. If you would like to make a monetary donation, please use my PayPal account that I have set up. The donation button is on the right side of the blog. You DO NOT need to set up a PayPal account to make a donation. ...
