why travel changes humans, page-9

'I think it's that when you are older, you don't want to stay in the flea ridden, hovels that you used to stay in when you were backpacking'..

I know what you mean, my back in no longer in any condition to tolerate camp mat or hostels for long periods. Sad, because its in the campsites & crappy hostels where you meet the most interesting people....

Its all good...surfing in Lombok in 4 weeks, can't wait.

cheers toscanunan