Andrew Knight New Canaan is a known front-end developer based in Connecticut. He has helped many local businesses set up their websites and build their following on the internet. Some of the industries who have sought his help include startup tech companies, local restaurants and telecommunication branches that are in need of optimizing websites for their customers.
Andrew Knight New Canaan gained recognition with his great work, and word-of-mouth spread about his expertise. Today, he is currently working on 3-5 projects a month in varying business industries. Despite his success, he still finds time to travel, as he believes it is a ‘part of him’ and one of his greatest passions.
What is your favorite thing about traveling?
My favorite part of traveling the world is being able to see historical attractions. Although I’m not a history junkie, it always amazes me when I get to a place that I’ve only seen in magazines or on TV. That is one of the most gratifying things as a traveler; when you actually get to live the dream. I also enjoy the unique culinary experience that each country brings. To me, food is the best identifier of the country. You eat their food, you understand more about their culture and their people even when you don’t speak the same language. Traveling all in all is just a magical experience.
Is traveling a hobby or a lifestyle for you? How did you get started?
Traveling for me is more a hobby. Although I would like to see it in the future as a lifestyle, I believe that there are certain priorities in life that I need to invest my time and effort to as of the moment. It’s still something doing worthwhile though. I don’t live to travel, but travel is a big part of my life. I believe that it is one of the most enriching experiences life can offer.
Do you have any exciting travel dates planned for the future?
I want to make use of the season, so I’m actually wanting to go to Alaska while it’s still winter season. I have heard that March is a great time to see the Northern Lights, so I am pretty much stoked. I have booked a flight with Alaska Airlines to Fairbanks. My family and I would be staying for about a week and possibly we would get a side tour to Anchorage too. I’ve also bought a new Canon DSLR that I’m excited to take photos with.
What are some travel tips you’d give to someone inexperienced?
My travel tips to inexperienced tourists are to go where the locals go. If you don’t know where to eat, ask the locals. If you don’t know where to stay in, ask the people who seem to know the place. Usually, when you ask the locals, they give you the best place or the best deal. This is especially helpful for the young travelers who might be going on a budget.
Where would you like to go?
Recently, I watched a show on Netflix called “Somebody Feed Phil”. It was a guy who travels all over the world to try out the local cuisine. I saw one of the episodes where he went to Lisbon, Portugal and I was astounded by the beauty of the place. It’s a quiet, historically-rich, and beautiful place with European-inspired architecture. I would really like to book one of my travel dates going to Lisbon this year.
Where would you like to revisit?
Hopefully, I would get to revisit Hawaii. Hawaii is really my happy place. Though I enjoy all types of seasons, summer is my favorite. Being in the place where it’s warm all year round gives me good vibes.
Do you travel alone? Why?
I do travel alone. In fact, I enjoy the moments of silence where I get to see the beauty of nature in my own eyes. Away from others’ insights, away from cameras. When I get to see and feel everything that’s new around me, that’s where I feel alive the most.
If you could pick the top 3 places every person should go, what would they be?
This is a hard question! But to be honest, a traveler should go out to the world to do 3 different things. Number one is to experience beauty, number two is to see the reality, and number three is to find solace. I’ve seen them in Maldives, India, and Thailand. I think it will be different from person to person.
Do you travel light or do you pack up the house?
As much as I would want to pack up the house, I prefer to travel light. I’m a very obsessive packer though–I keep everything in a checklist. I make sure that I have all my clothes and toiletries in different compartments, and I also have an extra bag for my valuables like my money and passport.
