Application

Apply to Join C.U.D. Origins™

Hoi An, Vietnam · 20–30 March 2027 · 11 days · 10 nights · only 9 participants

C.U.D. is intentionally small. Not everyone who applies is invited to join.

I want to create a small group of people who are curious, open, considerate of others, and ready to experience Hoi An — and the people around them — in a more intentional way. I'm not looking for one specific personality type. You don't need to be an extrovert. You don't need to love group trips. You don't need to be the most talkative person at the table. What matters most is whether your way of travelling fits this particular experience.

Take a few minutes and answer honestly. There are no "right" answers here.

Section I — About You

First name*

Last name*

Email*

Phone / WhatsApp*

Where will you be travelling from?*

City / country

Are you travelling alone or with someone?*

I'm travelling alone I'm travelling with a partner I'm travelling with a friend Other situation

If travelling with someone, who?

1. What made you decide to apply for C.U.D. Origins™?*

I'm not asking why you want to visit Vietnam. I'm more curious why this particular way of travelling caught your attention.

2. Which statement feels closest to you right now?*

I travel mainly to see as many places as possible. I like getting to know one place slowly, without rushing. I'm most interested in people, food and local culture. I travel to disconnect from everyday life and rest. I look for experiences that stay with me long after I get home. Hard to choose one — it depends on the place.

3. What does "travelling meaningfully" mean to you?*

It doesn't have to be a long answer. I'm interested in your own interpretation.

Section II — Being Part of a Group

C.U.D. Origins™ is only 9 participants. You'll spend time together, eat at one table, explore Hoi An — but everyone will still have their own space.

4. Which answer describes you best?*

I enjoy meeting new people and quickly become part of a group. I like being with people, but I also need time for myself. I usually prefer doing most things on my own. I tend to avoid group activities.

5. Imagine one day the group discovers something interesting and decides together to change part of the original plan. How would you feel about that?*

Great — spontaneous moments are often the best ones. I'd be fine with it, as long as I knew why the plan is changing. I'd probably prefer to stick to the earlier plan. Having an exact, pre-arranged schedule is very important to me.

6. During a shared trip you meet someone with a very different character, views or way of life than yours. How do you usually react in situations like that?*

Section III — Slow Travel

7. Which do you choose?*

A — Ten attractions in one day. B — Three meaningful experiences and plenty of time between them.

A B It depends

Why?*

8. How do you feel about a whole day with no fixed plan — a day where you only decide in the morning whether you want to grab a coffee, go back into Hoi An, stay by the pool, head to the beach, or simply not plan anything at all?*

I love days like that. I like having a few options, but without a rigid schedule. I'd rather know in advance what's planned. Having no concrete plan would make me uncomfortable.

Section IV — Human Connection

C.U.D. is not therapy, and no one will expect you to talk about anything you don't want to share. At the same time, real conversations, shared meals and time spent together are part of the experience.

9. How do you feel about conversations touching on more personal experiences in a small group?*

Very comfortable with it. Comfortable once I've gotten to know people first. I usually prefer lighter conversation. I'm a very private person and tend not to share personal stories.

10. Which of these conversations interests you the most?*

“Which countries have you visited?” “What do you do for work?” “What experience changed you the most?” “What are you currently trying to understand better — about yourself or about life?” Any of them, depending on the situation.

Section V — Alcohol and the Nature of the Trip

11. C.U.D. Origins™ is not a party trip. Wine or other alcohol may appear at some dinners or evenings, but heavy drinking or behaviour that disrupts other guests' comfort isn't in keeping with the nature of this experience. Does that suit you?*

Yes No

12. Which answer best describes your approach to alcohol while travelling?*

I don't drink alcohol. I drink occasionally, usually with a meal. I enjoy a wine or cocktail socially now and then, but alcohol isn't an important part of my trip. Alcohol, bars and nightlife are an important part of my holidays.

Section VI — Expectations

13. What would you like to take home with you after these 11 days?*

It's not about material things. What would you like to feel, understand, remember or change?

14. What would make you think, after a few days, "C.U.D. wasn't the right experience for me after all"?*

You can answer very honestly.

Section VII — Boundaries and Shared Space

C.U.D. includes shared meals, group conversations, meetings with local people, cultural experiences and moments of reflection.

15. How do you feel about taking part in moments like these?*

Very comfortable. Comfortable once I've gotten to know the group. A little uncomfortable, but I'm open to it. I'd rather avoid most activities like these.

16. What do you need from the other people in the group to feel comfortable?*

Section VIII — Your Way of Travelling

17. Picture an ideal evening during C.U.D. Which option speaks to you the most?*

A long dinner at one table, good food and conversation that runs longer than planned. A walk around Hoi An with no particular destination, stopping wherever feels right. A quiet evening alone after an intense day. Drinks, music, a bar and a late night. All of the above could be good — it depends on the day.

Section IX — One Last Thing

18. Is there anything you'd like me to know about you ahead of time?

This could be something about your way of travelling, your character, your expectations, or simply something you consider important. This question is optional.

Confirmations

I understand that C.U.D. Origins™ is a small-group experience focused on connection, presence, local culture and travelling at a slower pace. I understand that the programme includes both carefully planned experiences and time with no fixed schedule. I understand that not every activity is mandatory, but shared experiences are an essential part of C.U.D. I understand that submitting an application does not mean automatic acceptance into C.U.D. Origins™. I confirm that the information I've provided is accurate. I have read the Privacy Policy and consent to my data being processed to review this application.

Every application is read personally by Piotr, founder and creator of C.U.D. Experience. If I feel C.U.D. Origins™ could be the right experience for you, the next step will be a short, no-obligation conversation.