Around the world via Twitter
April 2nd, 2009
I love telling stories of how Twitter has come to my aid. Whether it’s needing a restaurant recommendation or fixing an Excel problem, Twitter users are always there to help. It’s phenomenal.
Which is why I love this story: Man completes world trip relying on Twitter friends
It’s a perfect example of how Twitter’s always there for you.
Paul Smith wanted to travel from his home in England to New Zealand in 30 days. Although he didn’t quite make it in time, it’s a pretty cool experiment. He vowed only to accept travel and accomodations from people who used Twitter, according to the article. Incredible.
You can read more about his story here: twitter.com/twitchhiker
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