Busan: first impressions of a coastal city

China -> Beijing: no hotel, wrong soup, and that's how China started

We arrived in Beijing with no breakfast, no confirmed hotel, and our bank accounts on life support. After a month in Japan and Korea, China was next, and it wasted no time with the welcome. The first thing I ate there was large intestine soup. I figured it out halfway through the bowl. Andrés was out of commission for two or three days. And I stole a cup. This episode kicks off the season of the trip that started this whole podcast. China has a lot to say, and this is just day one. 🔗 Follow me and join the community: 🌐 Web: https://mikel.world [https://mikel.world] 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MikelMateosC [https://www.youtube.com/@MikelMateosC] 💬 Discord: https://discord.com/invite/hNG6UJXhPY [https://discord.com/invite/hNG6UJXhPY] 🎒 Fluxer: https://fluxer.gg/bgkcyAQd [https://fluxer.gg/bgkcyAQd] 🐦 X: https://x.com/MikelMateosC [https://x.com/MikelMateosC] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikel.mateos [https://www.instagram.com/mikel.mateos] 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikelmateos [https://www.tiktok.com/@mikelmateos] 🎮 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/MikelMateos [https://www.twitch.tv/MikelMateos]

Incheon: from travel to global esports

In this episode of DeMochilas, we close our journey through South Korea with one of the most unexpected highlights of the trip: attending the League of Legends World Championship Final in Incheon. What started as a travel experience turned into something much bigger, being part of a global event surrounded by thousands of people sharing the same passion. From the atmosphere outside the stadium to the intensity inside, every moment felt charged with energy. Despite challenges like overwhelming sound, packed spaces, and long hours, the experience was unforgettable. Being there, witnessing the final live, and sharing it with friends made it one of those moments that stay with you long after the trip ends. This chapter is about passion and opportunity. How sometimes travel brings you to places and events you never planned, but that become some of the most meaningful memories of all. 🔗 Follow me and join the community: 🌐 Web: mikel.world [http://mikel.world] 📺 YouTube: @MikelMateosC [https://www.youtube.com/@MikelMateosC] 💬 Discord: Join the community [https://discord.com/invite/hNG6UJXhPY] 🎒 Fluxer: Join the Fluxer community [https://fluxer.gg/bgkcyAQd] 📸 Instagram: @mikel.mateos [https://www.instagram.com/mikel.mateos/] 🎵 TikTok: @mikelmateos [https://www.tiktok.com/@mikelmateos] 🎮 Twitch: @MikelMateos [https://www.twitch.tv/mikelmateos]

Guanajuato -> León: three hours, four exhibitions, and a pair of boots I didn't expect to find

I was in León for work. Between shifts I slipped away for a few hours to walk around, visit a museum, and cross the street into the shoe and leather goods district. At the museum I found a cave inside a Mexican history hall, an exhibition on art and divination, and a sculpture by Leonora Carrington that kept me standing there longer than I planned. At the plaza I came across a pair of cowboy boots made for a one-year-old that I definitely did not see coming. A short León, but León nonetheless. And with the Hot Air Balloon Festival still on the list. 🔗 Follow me and join the community: 🌐 Web: https://mikel.world [https://mikel.world] 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MikelMateosC [https://www.youtube.com/@MikelMateosC] 💬 Discord: https://discord.com/invite/hNG6UJXhPY [https://discord.com/invite/hNG6UJXhPY] 🎒 Fluxer: https://fluxer.gg/bgkcyAQd [https://fluxer.gg/bgkcyAQd] 🐦 X: https://x.com/MikelMateosC [https://x.com/MikelMateosC] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikel.mateos [https://www.instagram.com/mikel.mateos] 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikelmateos [https://www.tiktok.com/@mikelmateos] 🎮 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/MikelMateos [https://www.twitch.tv/MikelMateos]

Seoul: contrasts between tradition and modern life

In this episode of DeMochilas, we arrive in Incheon and Seoul, exploring one of the most dynamic and complex cities in South Korea. From iconic places like Gangnam and COEX Mall to spaces like Starfield Library and Myeongdong, the city presents a powerful mix of modern culture, technology, and daily life. Shopping, entertainment, and K-pop culture create an exciting and fast-paced environment that feels constantly in motion. But beyond the surface, there is another side. Walking through subway stations and public spaces reveals messages addressing loneliness, pressure, and mental health. Reminders that even in the most developed cities, people carry invisible struggles. This chapter is about contrast: tradition and modernity, energy and silence, connection and isolation. Seoul becomes more than a destination; it becomes a reflection of how societies evolve and the challenges that come with it. 🔗 Follow me and join the community: 🌐 Web: mikel.world [http://mikel.world] 📺 YouTube: @MikelMateosC [https://www.youtube.com/@MikelMateosC] 💬 Discord: Join the community [https://discord.com/invite/hNG6UJXhPY] 🎒 Fluxer: Join the Fluxer community [https://fluxer.gg/bgkcyAQd] 📸 Instagram: @mikel.mateos [https://www.instagram.com/mikel.mateos/] 🎵 TikTok: @mikelmateos [https://www.tiktok.com/@mikelmateos] 🎮 Twitch: @MikelMateos [https://www.twitch.tv/mikelmateos]

Busan: Gijang and the temple by the sea

In this episode of DeMochilas, we explore Gijang, a coastal area near Busan known for its dramatic views and the famous Haedong Yonggungsa temple, built right by the sea. What begins as a simple visit to a temple turns into a full day shaped by unexpected decisions. Walking through cliffs, bridges, and ocean views, the place stands out not only for its beauty but for how it was built in such a challenging environment. But the day doesn’t stop there. What was supposed to be a quick visit to a shopping mall turns into hours of waiting, wandering, and adapting plans. From exploring stores to discovering small details like food spots and everyday routines, the experience becomes something completely different from what we imagined. This chapter is about unpredictability, how travel shifts from peaceful moments to long, unexpected detours that still become part of the story. 🔗 Follow me and join the community: 🌐 Web: mikel.world [http://mikel.world] 📺 YouTube: @MikelMateosC [https://www.youtube.com/@MikelMateosC] 💬 Discord: Join the community [https://discord.com/invite/hNG6UJXhPY] 🎒 Fluxer: Join the Fluxer community [https://fluxer.gg/bgkcyAQd] 📸 Instagram: @mikel.mateos [https://www.instagram.com/mikel.mateos/] 🎵 TikTok: @mikelmateos [https://www.tiktok.com/@mikelmateos] 🎮 Twitch: @MikelMateos [https://www.twitch.tv/mikelmateos]