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Tom Explorer

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Travel Blogger & Adventure Seeker

Travel Blogger

📍 Ella 🎂 31 years old 📅 Joined 2023-04 🏠 12 stays
English German Basic Tamil

About Me

G'day! I'm Tom, a travel blogger and photographer from Australia who's been documenting hidden gems and authentic experiences across Sri Lanka for the past year. My mission is to showcase the real Sri Lanka - beyond the tourist hotspots - and help fellow travelers discover the magic of this incredible island.

I started my blog "Hidden Lanka" after falling in love with the country's diverse landscapes, rich culture, and incredibly warm people. From ancient temples tucked away in jungles to secret surf breaks known only to locals, I'm always on the hunt for stories that haven't been told a thousand times before.

Interests

Photography Hiking Local Culture Street Food History Wildlife Adventure Sports Storytelling

Skills

Photography Writing Video Editing SEO Social Media WordPress

Work Setup

Schedule

🕐 6 AM - 2 PM

🌍 GMT+5:30 (Sri Lanka)

Early morning writer, afternoon explorer

Equipment

  • MacBook Pro
  • Canon EOS R5
  • Drone
  • Portable Lighting

Previous Stays

Jungle Retreat Sigiriya

📍 Sigiriya

2 months

Beach House Tangalle

📍 Tangalle

6 weeks

Hill Country Lodge Nuwara Eliya

📍 Nuwara Eliya

1 month

Reviews from Housemates

Sarah Chef

2024-01

Tom knows all the best local spots! He took us to an amazing hidden waterfall and introduced us to the best kottu place in town.

Green Guru

2023-10

Great storyteller and photographer. Tom helped document our eco-project and his local connections were invaluable.

Usually responds in 6 hours

Currently Living At

Train Station House

📍 Ella

Since 2023-12

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Coliving Preferences

Style:
Adventure-focused Cultural Off-the-beaten-path
Room: Private room
Budget: $200-350/month
Duration: 1-2 months

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