Travel Stories

We’ve made plenty of mistakes. Some of them have cost us a lot of time and money. Particularly #7 on this list! In this article, I’m going to share with you the 12 lessons we’ve learned from 12 years of traveling and living abroad full time while running our remote freedom lifestyle businesses. Our friends…

Happy Fourth, y’all! I can’t believe it is already the most festive time of year in the USA. Summer has arrived, and we’re so excited to celebrate by the pool this year ahead of a travel-filled July. From what I am wearing to July 4th BBQ essentials and perfect outfits for the kids, I am…

Any time is a good time to visit Wisconsin, but visiting in the spring to see the cherry blossoms or the fall foliage is ideal.  Door County, Wisconsin, is a sanctuary of natural splendor where rugged cliffs meet the gentle shores of Lake Michigan, and dense forests provide a tranquil canopy for miles of hiking…

Singita Pamushana is a slice of heaven here on Earth, located in a stunning and picturesque habitat in remote southeastern Zimbabwe. The name is perfect, as Singita means “place of miracles” and Pamushana means “a place in the sun.” Combined together this name truly reflects the special paradise of this safari lodge. From the moment…

There are times when I absolutely adore living in Austin: when I’m paddleboarding on Town Lake, when I’m drinking a frozen margarita at Maudie’s, when I’m hanging out in hip East Austin under string lights. That being said, there are certain things I’m less fond of: the sweltering summers, the isolation, the lack of walkability.…

Thanks to the internet, budget airlines, and platforms like Airbnb, Trustedhousesitters and Couchsurfing, it really does feel like the world is our oyster. Destinations that once seemed remote and unthinkable are now options for long weekends. But with so many places, it’s almost impossible to decide where to go on your next trip. It can…

Of all the Ionian Islands, Corfu (or Kerkyra, as it is also known, is the one that truly has it all: UNESCO World Heritage sites, beautiful architecture, Venetian fortresses, quiet monasteries, amazing scenery and an abundance of fantastic beaches that will simply take your breath away. This island is a treasure trove of new experiences…

In case you’ve never heard of it, the Basque Country is this beautiful region located in northern Spain on the Bay of Biscay, straddling the frontier of Spain and France. Its beautiful beaches, delicious food and amazing scenery make the Basque Country the perfect destination for any road trip itinerary. Basque Country road trip We…

Packing for a trip can be a hassle, especially if you want to keep things organized and efficient with small packing cubes. I recently tried the Peak Design packing cubes, which made my life (and family) so much easier. While packing for a multiple-week getaway, I found these flexible packing cubes incredibly helpful in fitting…

Hey guys, it’s been a while! Working in consulting has taken a toll on my blogging — when I have free time, the last thing I want to do is stare at a screen. But I wanted to pop in to share some reading recommendations. I read 32 books in 2022 which is about average…