This is how I escaped the cubicle in ten months so I could travel for one year. I just want to make it clear that this does not mean this type of career is wrong or right. It was simply not for me and this is my story of leaving where I was unhappy. This is how I lived and how I got out. It’s to provide you with inspiration if you are in the same shoes as I was. Anything is possible if you put your heart to it. I understand everyone has different circumstances. Just remember to be yourself and follow through what you want out of your life.
Tips / Planning
There is plenty of Meet, Plan, Go! buzz going around the real world and the Twitter world. As summer winds down for Americans who might probably wonder where their summer went, what better the opportunity to dive into the world of travel. Meet, Plan, Go which will be hosted by yours truly on September 14th will be a great gathering of travel resources for anyone who wants to make travel a part of their lives.
The urge to see the world has never been exclusive to the male gender. Everyone, at some point in their life, has had the desire to strap on a pack and leave home with nothing but what they could carry, living free on the road to anywhere. It is an idea that is not native to any one culture and that is why those who undertake such a trek are bound to find travelers from all corners of the globe wherever they happen to land.
Travelers get the reputation as social individuals on the go. Especially, when you’re a youth backpacker. The idea that we are brave enough to live as unique nomads in search of a new adventure means we’re willing to socialize and talk with anyone. This isn’t necessarily the case for everyone. You can easily be a [...]
Over the weekend, the buzz over Eat, Pray, Love exploded all over the travel world. Anticipation for the movie based on the true life story of solo female traveler Liz Gilbert has led to one big conversation over the now released film. For now, it seems as if you either love it or you hate it. Personally, the story resonates moments in my life that puts a smile on my face. Whether you’re a world traveler or astonished by this newfound idea, the film will get to you in one way or another.
In a world filled with millions of men and women, it seems like everyone around me finds it more difficult to find a partner. As we spend more time improving ourselves; as backpackers, making sure we see what the world has to offer, does the idea of romance fall to pieces? Or, does it find us along the way when we least expect it?
Whether I’m hiking in Montana’s backcountry, mountain biking in Iceland, or traveling via buses, trains or boats through Croatia, Ecuador or other parts of the world, I carry a very complete first-aid kit. Some may call my kit overkill but I know things can go wrong when you’re nowhere near a pharmacy, doctor’s office or emergency room.
If you love the sun, a cool breeze and delicious food; you’d be able to enjoy traveling to many exotic locations. But, it’s those off the map destinations that illuminates the beauty of an island when it is rich in culture and tradition. Honduras may be known as a Central American destination; the islands off the coast also make for a reason to visit.
If you could imagine your dream job; what would it be? Would you be President of the United States? Maybe something more personal like a painter living in Moscow? Whatever the case may be, following your heart can sometimes mean an empty wallet. All my life, I knew writing was for me. Being a right brain sided gal meant indulging in books, journals and the 96 color crayon box. In a 6 year old’s dream world, you don’t really think of rent and paying bills.
