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Tjna the Drifter
Hong Kong
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 19 ก.ย. 2017
I'm a traveler, surfer, self-learned documentary filmmaker and photographer seeking the experience of knowing more about human. After obtaining my master's degree in an American top university, I chose not to follow the path mama wants me to. Instead, I went on the road with my camera!
Right now, while constantly travel and photograph all over the world, I'm living in China and digging into the Chinese surfing scene. If you want to know how surfing is like in China, and my perspectives of the world, join my adventures!
Find me on my other accounts 🌊
→ tropikanomad
Personal website:
Ningxintang.com
Right now, while constantly travel and photograph all over the world, I'm living in China and digging into the Chinese surfing scene. If you want to know how surfing is like in China, and my perspectives of the world, join my adventures!
Find me on my other accounts 🌊
→ tropikanomad
Personal website:
Ningxintang.com
Travel the world, ask strangers the wildest questions, this will change your life
I stumbled upon an old hard drive at home and discovered some long-forgotten gems: videos from when I was 24, traveling solo as a backpacker during my gap year. I stayed in a remote mountain village in Pokhara, Nepal, and it felt like living at the center of the world-because here, I met countless travelers, pilgrims, and locals from all corners of the globe.
I took this opportunity to interview many of them, asking deep, thought-provoking questions:
Who are you?
What does youth mean to you?
What was the turning point that changed your life?
What does traveling truly mean?
What is the meaning of life?
People from diverse backgrounds, ages, and walks of life shared their personal insights and stories. Each response opened a window into a new universe. At the time, I was feeling lost, but through these conversations, I learned to embrace different perspectives, overcoming my own biases, and learning to respect others for who they truly are.
In this video, you’ll hear from Bruce and Theo, two artists who have called Nepal home for over a decade. Their stories are just a glimpse into the transformative power of travel and human connection.
I’m excited to share this collection of interviews with you, hoping that the wisdom, humor, and unique life lessons shared here will resonate with you as deeply as they did with me.
Let me know in the comments which story or answer inspired you the most, and feel free to share your own thoughts on life, travel, and connection.
#SoloTravel #CulturalExploration #TravelVlog #StreetInterviews #HumanConnection #TravelPhilosophy #PersonalGrowth #GlobalExperiences #WeirdQuestions #SocialExperiment #LifeChangingTravel #BackpackingJourney #LifeLessons #TravelInspiration #AdventureVlog #CrossCulturalConversations #NepalTravel #MeetingStrangers #TravelStories #AuthenticExperiences #LifePurpose #MeaningOfLife"
I took this opportunity to interview many of them, asking deep, thought-provoking questions:
Who are you?
What does youth mean to you?
What was the turning point that changed your life?
What does traveling truly mean?
What is the meaning of life?
People from diverse backgrounds, ages, and walks of life shared their personal insights and stories. Each response opened a window into a new universe. At the time, I was feeling lost, but through these conversations, I learned to embrace different perspectives, overcoming my own biases, and learning to respect others for who they truly are.
In this video, you’ll hear from Bruce and Theo, two artists who have called Nepal home for over a decade. Their stories are just a glimpse into the transformative power of travel and human connection.
I’m excited to share this collection of interviews with you, hoping that the wisdom, humor, and unique life lessons shared here will resonate with you as deeply as they did with me.
Let me know in the comments which story or answer inspired you the most, and feel free to share your own thoughts on life, travel, and connection.
#SoloTravel #CulturalExploration #TravelVlog #StreetInterviews #HumanConnection #TravelPhilosophy #PersonalGrowth #GlobalExperiences #WeirdQuestions #SocialExperiment #LifeChangingTravel #BackpackingJourney #LifeLessons #TravelInspiration #AdventureVlog #CrossCulturalConversations #NepalTravel #MeetingStrangers #TravelStories #AuthenticExperiences #LifePurpose #MeaningOfLife"
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SRI LANKA: catch the train to the Indian Ocean's best kept secret destination.
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Dive with me into the tropical paradise of Sri Lanka, an island known for its stunning beaches and world-class waves. Whether you’re a seasoned surfer or a backpacker on a budget, this cheap surf destination offers incredible value and unforgettable experiences. Experience the awe and wonder of getting up close and personal with elephants and other incredible wildlife in the heart of Sri Lanka....
A surfer's journal: Is Lombok REALLY better than Bali?
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This year, coming from Bali, I spent 20 days in Lombok, surfing almost every day. By the end of the trip I already determined to come back for a sojourn. On a sketchy scooter, I explored the southern coastline and captured the prestine nature and people along the way. Lombok is one of the most beautiful tropical islands I've ever visited. Its beauty is not only about the scenery, but also the f...
The ONLY reason to go to Russia in WINTER!
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Does anybody traveling to Russia at this very time? To everybody who wonders about it... I'm the crazy one! This new year holiday, I went back to Russia for the very first time in 6 years to see my relatives and documented the traditional New Year feast of Russia! Let us reveal the unknown side of living in this cold, harsh but WARM country for you.
Go Far, Go East | Flyfishing in one of the most remote fly fishing destinations
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Kopi river is located at the remote land of the Russian Far East, with population of only 10 people. Yet this undiscovered wilderness has long been attracting adventurous fishing enthusiasts from China, USA and Japan. In May 2023, we embarked on a journey for the precious species of fish - Taimen. But this was just a goal. It’s the process of this adventure that made it unforgettable and dreaml...
The Shaper's Story behind a Old School Longboard "Agung"
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Xiao Wei is a surfer who shapes boards as his artistic expression, based in the capital of surfing, Hainan. This short film records the birth of a surfboard called "Agung." From selecting ingredients, shaping, colorzing to polishing, after eight days and nights, this surfboard inspired by Bali's sacred mountain Agung was born. When a heavy cyclone hit Hainan, Riyue Bay was completely flooded. B...
Exploring Secret Spots in Southern China...
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A day with endless sunlight, in search of perfect waves. Presented by Db Norway (China)
Vinyl Journeys | study of speed | Hamboards
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Vinyl Journeys vol.1 A sunny afternoon slide with Hamboards. Shot in Chinese surf spot Huizhou. Track ID: Santori by RAÄR
Hey! Love this video your amazing and have a real talent. What camera do you use?
Just, wow
This filming and editing is so cool !!
I love it because it's real
And then devastated neighbouring Ukraine pops up in my mind. As if it is a split screen mode. I'm not talking politics here, just people. Civilians. It just came to me while watching Russians living their routine. I'm Russian, too.
Thanks for the video. It resonates with me 😊❤ Unfortunately, I did waste my best years 20-30, flushed them down the sewer. It firmly sits at the back of my mind, but I'm trying to push them aside and to find ways and a so called hope to keep on going until ... The end :)
Liking and Making this comment to make TH-cam algorithm to increase the reach of this video.
Just wonderful. Making my heart swell. A great feeling. Thank you. Such sweetness.
What a quality video! Thank you for making this
I enjoyed watching this artistic take on Sri Lanka and your journeys. At the end I wondered about subscribing.. hesitant until I heard the whisper. 👍🏻🙏
Thank you!! ❤❤❤ Great stuff
Thank you❤
BRUTAL high pitch feedback on a lot of these interviews. Still pleasant enough to watch, but my goodness.
that was a great video. thanks for sharing that. I forgot how much fun travelling/drifting is...
Ill watch your videos because i can't afford to travel and ask such poignant questions. Thank you
awesome..............so inspiring.......................
❤
Tina you are pretty cool❤
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Very well done, keep at this.
Beautiful video. I don't know if it's just my laptop? But there's a high pitched noise whenever I play the film which is a great shame. Didn't stop me enjoying until the end though. Thanks for sharing.
I love this film... thank you for sharing. Blessings in life
I live on Lombok, near the Serengan surfing wave. Believe me when I say there is a dark side.
You are really special <3
This touched me. Thanks!
I dont fit into most places either but I love Jesus
wow, It was like a bomb , This video was the recommendation/ best recommendation video for this year. Im happy to end this year now. Thankyou you pretty girl.
Youth is not wasted on the young but ; rather the the old get wasted from their youth !
Thanks for this video. I went to Lombok in 1987 with a guy I met on the plane. We didnt see another tourist the whole time we were there. Biking around the island with surfboards we finally arrived at banko banko and walked to desert point . That wave didnt even have a name yet. It was just a rumour. Sleeping on the beach we ran out of food and water . My mate got malaria and I nearly died of thirst or it seemed to me anyway, walking back to banko banko village to our bikes. That hill you sat on watching the sunset , I did the same. I wonder if all the goats are still there. We slept in a grass hut on the beach. The locals fed us rice and veg. We surfed the peak in the bay. That other bay with the crowd and a number of set ups I surfed on my own with a lone buffalo as the only thing there. When coming into villages for the first time if the kids ran from us then the whole village would run and avoid us but if the kids go excited ( like they do) and crowd around then the whole village would come out and offer us food plus extremely strong coffee. Then a hut to stay. Sorry to ramble on .Such great memories your video brought back to me ,so thank you.😊
This is so freakin beautiful! I’ve wanted to make a documentary similar to this based on life and what everyone I meet on the road thinks of what life should be about, and this is such an inspiration
Thank you for the inspiring post, and wonderful sharing from open minded people..
Love the visuals. ❤ Not a surfer but that was ok. Lol. Although too much hair tossing. Lmao. And would have loved it if you had gone to rest of country. Lot less touristy and more real Sri Lankan life. Hopefully another time? Hilarious! Now algorithm is giving me more surfing videos. Too funny....😂
I absolutely loved this!
It was interesting to watch a video of Western folk pursuing a spiritual life in Nepal while many of my friends and work colleagues in Australia are Nepalese immigrants happily pursuing a material life. 😂 As to the meaning of life, there is no meaning as such. We have the power and free will to create our own meaning 🙏
great video . Theres like a dog whistle noise tho during some of the interviews
Beautiful!!
This is really beautiful. I’m interested to know what year this was made?
Your video has a very unpleasant high pitched sound. Maybe your mic is broken. Other than that, it's great.
This video is amazing, Thank you. What is the name of the book the gentleman mentioned at 8:31 ?
These vignettes into the soul are appreciated. Thank you.
excellent, highly recommend watching and forward
Saved this to watch later 😍 however FYI there's a high pitch sound in the background of the interviews, you can fix this with a high pass filter (Should be in most editing software)
I watched this three times. All these people are my 'spirit animal.' ♥
Thank you for documenting your human connections
Wonderful
Don’t heard any audio anomalies
Making me want to travel again…. Great video…. Wish you wonderful life too.
Wishing you a wonderful life too.
Basically it's all about sex. But anyway. The guy at 7:11 gets it. He is wise for his age.
Come join again in indo for a surf adventure and filming