Lost in Translation: Adventures in Not Knowing What Anyone Is Saying (But Still Having the Best Time)

Traveling without speaking the language? Been there. Survived it. Thrived. From a high school mix-up in Mexico to snorkeling with Japanese tourists in Hawaii and sailing with French speakers, this post is a funny, real look at how language barriers can turn into the best travel memories. It’s not about being fluent — it’s about making the effort, laughing through the confusion, and embracing the unexpected.