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Naughty or Nice: Tourism from a Locals Eyes
Welcome to a Vacation Town, through the eyes of a local! While we love sharing our coastal charm, the boom in short-term rentals and "over tourism" is creating a housing crisis that threatens the very local life that makes places like Newport and Westerly so special. This read dives into the essentially urgent need for a drastic balance: why the 1:3 rental rule, impact taxes, and prioritizing residents isn't just a local issue—it’s a blueprint for global vacation towns from Rhode Island to Istanbul. Discover how to shift the narrative from quantity tourism to sustainable, responsible travel.
ALBANIA ~ Country of Hospitality & History
Albania isn't just a “destination”—it’s a rare Alexandrite gem of a country. Read about CompassChaos13’s first road trip experience, diving deep into the powerful history, ancient Illyrian roots (including Pirate Queen Teuta!), and the profound, non-negotiable hospitality code known as Mikpritja. This blog answers the question: "Why Albania?" and explains how this small nation's defiant spirit and deep sense of human decency define the modern travel experience.
ALBANIA ~ The Rare Gem Between Two Seas
This is CompassChaos13’s candid account of road-tripping through Europe's hidden gem! Join CompassChaos13 as they recount their November/December 2025 adventure, from navigating chaotic borders and lost wallets to mastering the art of Albanian stone work, while sipping raki. Discover essential, up-to-date tips for driving through the stunning Old Towns of Gjirokastër and Berat, and find out why you can’t trust Google Maps in Albania’s ancient alleyways
Path to Authentic Isolation: Your Hideaway is Crowded 😩 Now What?
The problem isn't the destination's popularity; it's the lack of direction in the madness of the crowd.
The Global Kin doesn't pack up and leave when the plan hits friction. We deploy the CompassChaos strategy to secure our isolation. We take that famous spot and make it our own.
Here is your tactical guide to escaping the crowds and claiming your breakthrough moment in your chosen Hideaway.
'No Plan B' : Turning Travel Friction Into Your Funniest Life Story
“The travel heartbeat isn't found in a perfectly executed itinerary—it’s found in the moment your train is canceled and the only one who speaks English are the pigeons. Logistics isn't about avoiding friction; it's about optimizing for it.”
🌎 13 Truths ~Why People Travel: Travel is Our Universal School & We Never Graduate
Travel is the world’s greatest classroom, and we are all students in the Universal School. Dive into why the connections you make—not the destinations—are the real currency of your journey. Discover how travel actively kills hatred, breaks down stereotypes, and enrolls you in the PhD of Life you'll never graduate from. It’s time to move, learn, and live.
Picking a Vacation Destination: When Your Brain Has Two Rented Voices (a deeper dive)
Struggling to pick a travel spot? Learn "The Non-Negotiable 3" method to end decision paralysis. This guide, using travel psychology, helps balance logic, adventure, and joy. Discover how to choose a travel destination with purpose, integrating skill-learning, facing challenges, and finding your sensory anchor. Master your booking and plan a truly restorative trip today!