21-year-old college student Skye Budnick boarded a one-way flight from Connecticut to Japan in April 2008—and was never seen again. Skye's final confirmed sighting was at a small inn in Noboribetsu, Hokkaido. With no luggage and only her laptop and debit card, she told staff she was heading to Sapporo. A draft suicide note was later found—but no trace of Skye has ever been recovered.
In this guest episode from The Last Trip, host Stephanie dives deep into Skye’s story—her fascination with Japanese culture, signs of personal struggle, and the long, painful search that continues today. We also explore new developments from 2024, including DNA testing efforts and renewed hope from Skye’s family.
If you’re drawn to unsolved disappearances, international cold cases, and the emotional aftermath of mystery, this is an episode you can’t miss.
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