In this episode of the Seek Travel Ride podcast I interview Mark Gresser, an Australian with a spirit of adventure. In April 2015 Mark set off from his driveway in Perth, Western Australia on a mission to see the world. He would spend the next 2.5 years travelling by bicycle seeking new experiences, with a curious enthusiasm to learn about the different cultures and countries he would come across.
All up, he would travel over 29,000km, crossing through 28 different countries before eventually arriving in Paris, France. So what is it like to explore the world on a touring bike - and where did the idea and inspiration even come from? I explore these questions and more during this interview with Mark who shares his story with an enthusiasm that will no doubt inspire those of us with an adventurous spirit.
We discuss those early days on the road and what it's like to enter a country where you have no expectations or understanding of what will come from one day to the next. Crossing borders and continents, mountain ranges, and deserts - Mark's trip had it all and I thoroughly enjoyed listening to him recount the tales from the trip.
One thing that was a constant was the kindness Mark experienced from strangers he met along the way. From the first time staying at a strangers house in Timor-Leste, to being welcomed like a member of the family in Iran, it is no doubt that these encounters had a very impactful experience on Mark.
Ways to follow Mark Gresser
You can find Mark on Instagram with his account - @Budgie_Escapee
I also encourage you to look at the videos he has made to date of his travels on his YouTube Channel.
You can also check out his personal website
Mark is also currently writing a book about his trip and I will update the show notes with a link to it when it is released.
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