LIFE ON TWO WHEELS
Meet Filippo
I left London office life to explore
Southeast Asia on two wheels
Before Asia
From London Officeto Asia's Open Roads
I'm Filippo Rossi, born in Modena, Italy, in 1991. My love for Asia started early through Japanese anime and video games, and in my twenties I began exploring the continent whenever I could. At the same time, I earned my architecture degree and moved to England to start my career.
In 2019, I took three months off to travel around Southeast Asia and completely fell in love with the region. I later found a job in Vietnam, but the pandemic brought me back to London for three long years, where I gained valuable experience while still dreaming of Asia.
When the world reopened, so did my plans. I left London, a steady career and my life partner, and swapped my suit for a backpack.
Leaving that life behind wasn't easy, but it opened the door to a new one filled with travel, warm weather, new cultures and, of course, plenty of noodles.
Life in Asia
From Dreamingto Living
My digital nomad life in Asia began in 2022, and since then it has grown into a life shaped by travel, freedom and discovery. Between motorbike adventures, I now spend part of my time in Bali and Chiang Mai, Thailand, where I even bought a freehold condo.
Some trips are short escapes, while others become long and challenging journeys across entire countries and regions, with days spent on a scooter far beyond the usual tourist routes.
Along the way, I've climbed Mount Rinjani, joined an expedition through Palawan, crossed Luzon in the Philippines to meet Apo Whang Od for a traditional hand tapped tattoo, received a Sak Yant in a remote Thai village, volunteered with different local organizations and lived many more unforgettable experiences.
Asia keeps surprising me, and there is always another story waiting ahead.
My Way to Travel
Only 2 WheelsPure Freedom
Over time, I discovered my favorite way to travel: on two wheels. Whether it's a scooter or a motorbike, this style of exploring gives me total freedom: no bus schedules, no expensive taxis, just the open road and endless possibilities. With the wind in my hair (and the occasional bug in my teeth), I can dive deep into each country and uncover hidden gems that most travelers miss.
Riding isn't just practical; it's an adventure. I've bought and sold several bikes to cross entire countries and rented others for shorter loops, always discovering new surprises along the way. Each trip brings its own mix of quirky encounters, breathtaking views, and stories I'll laugh about for years.
The Digital Nomad Dream
Work DeadlinesWith Better Views
Work is what makes this nomadic life possible. My main client is a London architecture company I used to work for, and continuing to work with them remotely gave me the freedom to build this life in Asia while still doing the job I know well.
It may look like constant travel, but deadlines still follow me everywhere. I'm always searching for a good café, coworking space or quiet guesthouse with reliable Wi-Fi. Even in remote islands or mountain villages, I usually find a way to make it work, and doing architecture with a view of the sea, jungle or mountains definitely makes the deadlines feel better.
My Mission
After years exploring Southeast Asia by motorbike, I've learned how to go beyond the usual routes and find the places that make a journey unforgettable.
Now I use that experience to help others discover a more authentic side of Asia.
Let's Plan Your Ride
Book your consultation with me, and I'll help you create an epic journey or guide you personally along the way, to explore the real Asia I love.