Not too long ago, I was able to spend 10 day in silence, training the practice of meditation with Buddhist monks. Though not easy by any means, I felt during the training and feel more so now that those 10 days were one of the best investments I’ve made into my mental health, focus, and … Read more
“Cancelled due to volcano.” “Cancelled due to volcano.” “Delayed due to volcano…” I stood in the Bali airport, staring in astonishment at the flight information board as flight after flight switched from “delayed,” to “cancelled due to volcano.” In a brief moment of levity, I chuckled as I wondered who had it worse – the … Read more
. Chapters in this Story of Experiencing Buenos Aires 3AM. Time to get moving. Buenos Aires, Argentina was on the horizon As I rolled out of bed in my AirBnB of downtown Dallas, saddled up, and put on my shoes, and grabbed my bags, I broke my #1 travel rule as I made my way … Read more
Travel. Just travel. For those with wanderlust, travel is an empowering lightning strike to the heart that should never be underestimated. (This article is Part 1 in the 6 part Series “Around (half) the World in 180 Days: Insights and stories as a nomad post-pandemic”) Chapters of this Story of a Fleeing Bali and Returning … Read more
Travel. Just travel. For those with wanderlust, travel is an empowering lightning strike to the heart that should never be underestimated. And for those wanderlusters that already live a life of travel abroad, but have wandered into a place of craving stability, community, and a sense of home while continuing life abroad with travels in … Read more
One of my favorite backpack producers, Tortuga backpacks which was formed by fellow travelers, is in the middle of testing and producing an awesome little compressible daypack that that combines old school functionality with new school tech and travel styles. The Tortuga team was kind enough to send me one of their first prototypes of … Read more
Since I’ve completed my house in Bali and shared how amazing it is to have a home abroad, I’ve been glad to see the interest sparked in other wanderlusters in the potential of not just traveling but also moving abroad. Without fail though, one question continually comes up. Can I get a mortgage for a … Read more
For nomads and travelers wandering South America, it’s part of the goal of travel to explore and experience all of the highlights and significant locations on the continent. As you research where to go and what to do in South America, it’s impossible to miss the potential stop of Chile’s capital of Santiago de Chile. … Read more
Mendoza, Argentina is one of the global capitals for wine production, known for growing and vinting wine that competes with the best from France, Italy, Spain, California, and more. The difference between Mendoza and the other wine capitals is accessibility. While in Napa and Tuscany, you will taste amazing wines and gourmet food, the experience … Read more
Argentina is a vast and beautiful country with so many experiences, sights, and tastes you could spend years wandering and not experience them all. However, a handful of places and adventures are absolute musts. From gritty yet cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, to the pristinely beautiful nature of San Carlos de Bariloche, to other worldly Patagonia at … Read more