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This is the first post of my \u00a0monthly series “Travel\u00a0Influences”. \u00a0Will discuss \u00a0how influencers around the globe are\u00a0inspired by their travels. \u00a0For my first post, I am interviewed a great friend, Thomas Rathsack<\/a>. Thomas and I met in 2005 when we were both posted in Baghdad, Iraq and have been friends ever since. He introduced me to one of my favorite cities in the world,\u00a0Copenhagen and is partly responsible for my move to Europe in 2006. \u00a0During our first conversation, \u00a0he shared\u00a0his amazing travel experiences: from\u00a0working as an NGO in Afghanistan pre-9\/11 to being a fashion photographer in Chile. \u00a0I recall telling him: “Dude, you should write a book”. \u00a0Several years later, he did. \u00a0Jaeger – At war with the Elite was released in 2009 and became\u00a0a bestseller in Scandinavia. \u00a0The\u00a0book was recently translated into English, you can order it here<\/a>. \u00a0Since the release of his memoir, he has written three best-selling\u00a0military fiction books, a fourth to be released soon. He currently lives in Copenhagen with his beloved girl (his Afghan mix pooch), Selma.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

\"Thomas<\/a>
Thomas Rathsack in Copenhagen with his beloved dog, Selma<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Interview with Thomas Rathsack:<\/h2>\n

What was your first trip abroad as an adult?<\/strong> What were your impressions?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

In<\/em> 1986 I went to California with a couple of friends. I was 19 years old and it was my first trip overseas. \u00a0We arrived in San Francisco, rented a car, \u00a0and drove down Highway 1 along the sea towards Los Angeles. \u00a0On our way,\u00a0we stayed for a few days in Monterrey and Santa Barbara. \u00a0I loved it. \u00a0Used to the windy, grey and cold Scandinavian climate this was a completely different experience. \u00a0The majestic beauty of the Pacific was absolutely amazing. \u00a0Los Angeles\u00a0was overwhelming for me. Coming from a tiny nation with only 5.5 million people, this city seemed enormous. \u00a0Everything was so big: the cars, the buildings, the steaks, even many of the people. \u00a0What also struck me was the huge gap in the city’s atmosphere. \u00a0Some neighborhoods had a rather somber\u00a0atmosphere with people sleeping in the streets and searching for food. In others – since it was the 80’s \u2013 I saw so a lot of red Porches, funny hairstyles and harsh make-up.<\/p>\n

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Thomas as a Photographer in Chile<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u00a02.\u00a0Which destination\u00a0abroad has given you a completely different perspective on travel?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

It\u00a0must be Afghanistan. For eight months in 2001 I was a program manager for a Danish demining NGO. \u00a0My job was to clear Russian mine fields around Kabul as well as clearing unexploded ordnance in various provinces. \u00a0This was during the Taliban regime and to some extent I had to cooperate with the\u00a0locals. I have never experienced \u2013 and probably never will \u2013 this extreme degree of intolerance and \u00a0poverty in both an intellectual and material level. \u00a0Women were beaten on the streets, people executed on the national stadium for minor offences, music and kite running were banned and people were litteraly eating from the gutter. This period really opened my eyes to how the world also was \u2013 and some places unfortunately is. (P.S. still, in this rough country I also found the lovee of my life – my dog, Selma.<\/p>\n

\"Thomas<\/a>
Thomas working with a Danish NGO Pre-9\/11 in Afghanistan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

3. \u00a0Which destination has been your most interesting to explore on business? Why?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

If soldiering is considered business it was Iraq. For more than a year (2004-05) I served as a bodyguard in Baghdad when the city was most affected by the war. \u00a0The entire city was a regular warzone and I have never experienced human nature in such perverse and macabre manner. \u00a0At the same time, I experienced an extreme degree of loyalty, courage and affection from my comrades. \u00a0This contrast made the whole experience rather bizarre but at the same time, it’s a period of my life that I miss.<\/p>\n

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When Selma was rescued in Afghanistan in 2001, just prior to 9\/11<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

4. \u00a0Same as Question 3 but for leisure travel.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

For two years, I traveled as a freelance photographer in South America. Most of the time I stayed in Santiago, Chile but traveled\u00a0to Argentina, Uruguay and Bolivia as well. \u00a0The laid-back mentality of the continent was challenging business-wise, due to my Danish mentality. \u00a0\u00a0However,\u00a0in terms of fun, good food and wine, breathtaking nature, and beaches I couldn’t have wished for more. \u00a0Most of al,l I remember condors circling over the Andes, luxurious wine valleys, the mighty Pacific, and the friendly people. \u00a0I love South America and wouldn\u2019t mind to spend my last years there by\u00a0the sea.<\/p>\n

\"Thomas<\/a>
Thomas and Selma out on a stroll in Copenhagen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u00a05. \u00a0You’re from Copenhagen. What are your top food\/experience recommendations?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

I am a sucker for good food. \u00a0If you go to Copenhagen I would recommend a couple of restaurants. \u00a0First, \u00a0\u2018Oysters & Grill<\/a>\u2019\u00a0\u00a0here it\u2019s ok to spill your drink and make a little mess on the waxed tablecloths as they write on their website. The place is very laid back but most importantly, the food\u00a0is great. Then I would recommend \u2018Kiin Kiin<\/a>\u2019 which is the only Thai restaurant in the Guide Michelin in Denmark. They serve classic Asian recipes combined with modern techniques. Good stuff!<\/p>\n

I would like to thank Thomas again \u00a0for sharing his travel experiences with The Dining Traveler. Ten years ago, I found his stories fascinating and feel even more so now that he’s sharing them with the world through his writing. \u00a0Very proud and humbled to call him a friend. \u00a0If you want to learn more about his book and works, check out his website<\/a>. \u00a0All photos on this post courtesy of Thomas Rathsack.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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