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Living the Dream
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Long term traveler's guide to going longer, cheaper, and living your dream! Follows the authors personal travels over 34 countries and 220+ days while showing others how to do the same.
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6 Of The Best Destinations to Visit Right Now That Were Randomly Pulled From a...
They often go by different names: "12 of the Best Places to Visit in 2014" "42 Undiscovered Destinations to See in 2014" "5 Hotspots for Food Travelers in... Read more
Posted on 26 July 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
16 Photos Of The World's Tallest Palm Trees That Will Make You Feel Small
Salento, Colombia, may not be on your radar of places to visit, but after you get done with this photo essay we can assure you it will be. Why? Read more
Posted on 24 July 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
3 Unique Snacks to Try in Quito, Ecuador
Snacking is one my favorite ways to eat, especially when traveling. You get to try a bunch of different dishes and don't have to take a chance on a massive plat... Read more
Posted on 19 July 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
That Time Angie Made Us Stay in a Sex Hotel
Enjoying the surround sound of a half-dozen Colombian men getting it on with their mistresses at a sex hotel was not something I would have put on my bucket... Read more
Posted on 18 July 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
The 21 Chocolate Bars We Ate in Ecuador
Ecuadorian chocolate has been enjoying an increase in worldwide popularity over the past few years. If you talk about chocolate with any Ecuadorian worth their... Read more
Posted on 14 July 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Behind the Scenes of a RTW Trip - Month 13 Travel Review
The end of the first month of Year 2 was quite an emotional one for us. It reminds us of what it was like to end the first month of this trip a year ago and... Read more
Posted on 10 July 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Cuenca, Ecuador's Downfall - Expats, Expats Everywhere
Within moments of arriving in Cuenca, Ecuador, we felt an odd familiarity. The city seemed eerily similar to one we had visited a few months prior, down to... Read more
Posted on 07 July 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Should You Take a Yacht Tour in the Galapagos Or Do It Yourself?
We spent quite a bit of time researching Galapagos travel options before deciding to travel the islands by land on our recent trip. Read more
Posted on 30 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Diving North Seymour in the Galapagos from Santa Cruz
I booked the dive trip to North Seymour in the Galapagos on a whim. My original intent (and budget) was to only go diving at the famous Kicker Rock off the coas... Read more
Posted on 27 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
26 Galapagos Animals Who Had a Worse Week Than You
It is hard work being an animal in the Galapagos. Inhabitants of one of the most protected island chains in the world truly have a lot on their plate. Read more
Posted on 26 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
3 Water Themed Adventures We Absolutely Must Try
The more we get out on it, the more I realize that I am absolutely in love with water. After having explored the world for more than 600 days overland over the... Read more
Posted on 24 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Slow and Sustainable? A Perspective on Cruise Travel
When looking for slower, more sustainable travel options, many people believe that cruising is better than taking a plane. A cruise holiday can certainly take... Read more
Posted on 24 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Maximizing Free Travel with the Right Travel Credit Card
Traveling is a great learning experience and a lot of fun, but it can be expensive. If you love to travel, it makes sense to look for a credit card that offers... Read more
Posted on 24 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Unexpected Food Finds in Mancora, Peru
Normally you wouldn't expect a beach town known for its surfing and parties to have any decent food beyond pizza and pasta, but Mancora, Peru, is definitely an... Read more
Posted on 20 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Behind the Scenes of a RTW Trip - Month 12 Travel Review
We made it. We've now been traveling for one whole year! We're a few days delayed in getting this post out because we unfortunately spent our anniversary sittin... Read more
Posted on 17 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Announcing Our New Site - Eat Your Passport!
We have been quiet for the past month, and for that we apologize. We have been hard at work on a new project that has consumed every waking moment of our days. Read more
Posted on 16 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Off the Beaten Path Food Finds in the Sacred Valley
As much as we like discovering places on our own, there are some instances where it really pays to have a local guide. We love learning about local food culture... Read more
Posted on 15 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Our Best Decision in One Year of Travel
Now that we just passed our one year travel anniversary, we've been doing a lot of reflecting on our experiences over the past year. Read more
Posted on 13 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Exploring Australia's Gold Mining Past on the Victoria Heritage Trail
Australia offers no shortage of scenic drives, but one of the most enchanting is the Victoria Heritage Trail. Learn more about the country's gold mining past,... Read more
Posted on 12 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Finding The Delicious Restaurants of Cusco, Peru
In many of the destinations we have traveled to in South America, the gourmet food scene has been rather lacking. It makes sense because, outside of the major... Read more
Posted on 08 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL
