Archive

This page list all of our blog posts, in chronologically order. This mean our very first blog post is at the top of this list and our latest one can be found at the very end. Happy reading & happy scrolling 🙂

• Cost of our nomad living in Montreal
• Minimalism (or how to live a more fulfilled life with less)
• Cost of our nomad living in Quebec City
• Weekend Guide – Mont Tremblant, Québec
• Cost of our nomad living in Puerto Vallarta
• How to Get Mail When You Travel – Traveling Mailbox Review
• 2018 Year End Spending Report – Traveling the world for half of the cost of staying home
• Weekend Guide and Itinerary – Tepoztlan, Mexico
• Cost of our nomad living in Mexico City
• Expense Tracking
• How to start a blog
• Blogging – From experiment to side project
• Cost of our nomad living in Oaxaca City
• Cost of our nomad living in San Miguel de Allende
• Cost of our travel to Mexico for 3.5 months
• How to Travel for Free: Introduction to Credit Card Travel Rewards
• Top tips to save money & score great deals on Airbnb – Our Ultimate Guide
• Slow Travel: because why rush it?
• How we spend our money
• Detailed Guide + Cost of living in Aruba: Nomads in Paradise
• Weekend Guide – Superbloom, California
• The paradox (or love/hate relationship) between time & money
• International phone plan options for travel – Google FI Review
• What our $3,700 California wedding looks like: a budget breakdown
• Our origin story: how we decided to become nomads
• Finding a GPS to help you navigate towards your ultimate journey
• Quit Like a Millionaire, by Kristy Shen & Bryce Leung – A Book Review
• Year 1 Nomad Travel Spend Report – Traveling the world for half of the cost of staying home
• Pros and cons of a nomadic lifestyle
• 2 Day Itinerary and Cost – Douro Valley, Portugal
• Destination Report: Porto – Part One: What to do, eat, see (& avoid)
• Destination Report: Porto – Part Two: Cost of Nomad Living
• Destination Report: Lisbon – Part One: What to do, see, eat (& avoid)
• Destination Report: Lisbon – Part Two: Cost of Nomad Living
• Traveling with Purpose
• Why long-term travel is the best health insurance plan you can get
• Our Top 5 Airbnb Stays Around the World
• [Interview #001] Becoming Nomadic Through Real Estate investment
• [Interview #002] Fully Appreciating Life Through Slow Travel
• Destination Report: Kotor – Part One: What to do, see, eat and avoid
• [Interview #003] Lifestyle Design: Experiment Perpetual Nomadic Life
• Destination Report: Kotor – Part Two: Cost of Nomad Living
• Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals on our Travel Essentials (2019 Edition)
• [Interview #004] Embracing Nomadic Travel from early retirement at age 50
• How to never pay ATM fees while traveling abroad
• [Interview #005] 44 cents a day to Millionaire by 31
• Destination Report: Chiang Mai – Part One: What to do, see, eat and avoid
• Destination Report: Chiang Mai – Part Two: Cost of Nomad Living
• [Interview #006] Semi-nomadic lifestyle through minimalism and house sitting
• 2019 Year End Spending Report – Still traveling the world for half the cost of staying home
• [Interview #007] Priority Shifts, Remote Year & SlowFI led to the Nomadic Lifestyle
• 2019 End of Year Travel Rewards Report – How we earned $10K in free travel money
• [Interview #008] Reprioritizing life after a health wake up call
• Destination Guide: Koh Lanta Thailand – What to do, see, eat and avoid
• [Interview #009] Living on $7k to $16k a Year, Pursuing Freedom through Nomadic Living & the Power of Being Intentional
• Destination Report: Koh Lanta – Part Two: Cost of Nomad Living
• [Interview #010] Semi-retirement at age 33 for better work-life balance
• Traveling During a Virus Pandemic – How is the coronavirus (COVID-19) affecting us?
• [Interview #011] Choosing time over money and living a FatFIRE nomadic lifestyle
• Nomad life during COVID-19: exiting Bali and home quarantining in Taiwan
• Sharing stories of nomads during the coronavirus pandemic (Vol. 1)
• Pivoting as nomads & living on $20K a year in a time of crisis
• Sharing stories of nomads during the coronavirus pandemic (Vol. 2)
• Design your ideal life
• Sharing stories of nomads during the coronavirus pandemic (Vol. 3)
• Taiwan: a safe heaven for nomads during the coronavirus pandemic
• Sharing stories of nomads during the coronavirus pandemic (Vol. 4)
• Cost of Nomad Living in Taipei during the coronavirus
• Sharing stories of nomads during the coronavirus pandemic (Vol. 5)
• [Interview #012] Being Nomadic Through Financial Investments | Experiencing Time Scarcity
• Sharing stories of nomads during the coronavirus pandemic (Vol. 6)
• Sharing stories of nomads during the coronavirus pandemic (Vol. 7)
• What we learned from interviewing 12 nomadic couples and individuals travelers
• Life ‘Stuck’ in Taiwan during the coronavirus pandemic (April’s edition)
• Slow travel morning routine #1: Bullet journaling to focus and turbocharge your day
• [Interview #013] From stereotypes to self-actualization – How to become a kick-ass woman in challenging situations
• Life ‘Stuck’ in Taiwan during the coronavirus pandemic (May’s edition)
• Our best zero-waste travel tips to reduce your footprint
• Year 2 Nomad Travel Spend Report – Still half the cost plus unexpected pandemic change of plans
• [Interview #014] From getting a dream job overseas to traveling the world with pets: How burnout led to a total life redesign
• Detailed Look at Our First Blog Income Report – Q2 2020
• [Interview #015] From zero to semi-retirement while in your 20s: The benefits of designing your life early on
• Life ‘Stuck’ in Taiwan during the coronavirus pandemic (June’s edition)
• Slow travel morning routine #2: Meditation, daily exercise for your mind
• Defining your travel personality, style, budget & pace
• Detailed Application Guide: Taiwan Employment Gold Card – Part I: Online application
• [Interview #016] From corporate careers & raising a family in the USA to empty nesters with flexible jobs ready to take on world travel
• How to get multi-year resident status in Taiwan through the Taiwan Employment Gold Card – Part II: Spouse application
• [Interview #017] From depressed in Denver to slow-traveling Europe with a pet and a partner
• Destination Report: Taiwan – Life ‘Stuck’ in Taiwan during the pandemic (July edition)
• Detailed Look at Quarterly Blog Income Report – Q3 2020
• [Interview #018] Prioritizing Purpose and Family Abroad – A Humanitarian Path to Financial Independence with a Worldschooling Future
• The truth about living a full-time nomad life
• [Interview #019] From front-loading frugality & living on 24K a year for 7 years to living on 75-100K as an early retiree with a family of 4 without regrets
• Tainan Day Trip: Biking through the countryside of Houbi, Taiwan
• Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, by Greg McKeown – A Book Review
• 3 Day Biking Itinerary: East Coast Taiwan (from Hualien to Taitung)
• The true cost of healthcare as nomads
• [Interview #020] How to Have Your Cake and Eat It Too! Choose Work You Love and FIRE by 40+
• Black Friday / Cyber Monday deals on our favorite essential items (2020 Edition)
• 10 Surprising Things You May Not know About Taiwan
• 9 months Stuck in Taiwan during the pandemic – Did we break the bank?
• Are we entering the era of Digital Nomads?
• 10 Reasons we love hiking
• 2020 Year End Review: We had a wonderful year!
• 2020 Year-End Spending Report – Still traveling the world for half the cost of staying home (even during a pandemic!)
• Detailed Look at Quarterly Blog Income Report – Q4 2020
• We booked $7,300+ in canceled travel in 2020, what was refunded surprised us
• 40 Lessons I’ve Learned in 40 Years
• [Interview #021] Finding the courage to get off autopilot: how to find your ideal lifestyle by focusing on your goals and values
• My action plan to boost my longevity: Becoming Super Human, by Dave Asprey – A Book Review
• 2020 End of Year Travel Rewards Report – Are travel rewards still relevant?
• A Book Review of Limitless by Jim Kwik + My action plan to learn anything faster
• Destination Report: Penang/George Town – Part One: What to do, see, eat and avoid
• Destination Report: Penang – Part Two: Cost of Nomad Living
• We blew our yearly budget of $28K in one month in Taipei!
• Detailed Look at Quarterly Blog Income Report – Q1 2021
• [Interview #022] From normal life in Florida to full-time world travelers in about 8 months: How to harness the power of working remotely and start traveling the world
• Slow Food in Taitung: our top recommendation to immerse yourself in Taiwanese food culture
• The Ultimate Guide to Getting a Driver’s License in Taiwan
• Taiwan’s COVID slip: From Complete Freedom to Partial Lockdown
• Blog Income Report – Q2 2021
• Year 3 Nomad Travel Spend Report – Unplanned Pandemic Year (Part I – The highlights)
• Year 3 Nomad Travel Spend Report – Unplanned Pandemic Year (Part II – The numbers)
• The ultimate note-taking solution for nomads: reMarkable 2 Review
• Relationship tips for nomadic couples – What we learned in 3 years
• [Interview #023] From overcoming fears to taking control of his life – How 4 years of solo world travel and volunteering can change everything!
• Black Friday / Cyber Monday deals on our favorite essential items (2021 Edition)
• 2021 Year End Spend Report – big life, small spend
• 2021 End of Year Travel Rewards Report
• Making sleep a top priority – Oura ring review
• Slow travel morning routine #3: Long Form Journaling
• Relationship tips for nomadic couples – Monthly check ins
• Blood tests – a starter guide to understand them and order your own!
• Blog Income Report – Q3+Q4 (EOY) 2021
• [Interview #024] Going from normal to nomad as a late onset Type 1 diabetic – From misconceptions and comfort zones to experimentation and adventure!
• Experiencing Chinese Medicine in Taiwan
• Blog Income Report – Q1 2022
• How we booked 6 international one way tickets + 5 nights at a high-end resort in Fiji for $400
• Best Helpful Apps for Travel You Can’t Leave Without
• [Interview #025] From commodities trader to full time sailing around the world – Leaving the American dream to live their own dream as a family of 4!
• Black Friday / Cyber Monday deals on our favorite essential items (2022 Edition)
• Destination Report: Costa Brava Spain: What to do, see, eat and avoid
• Destination Report: Costa Brava (Spain) – Part Two: Cost of Nomad Living
• How we set intentions & goals for the new year
• The Ultimate Destination Guide to Lake Como, Italy
• Blog Income Report – Q2+Q3+Q4 (EOY) 2022
• The Simple Path To Wealth, by JL Colins – A Book Review and Summary
• Building Community for the Long-Term: The Importance of Finding Friendships That Last
• A Detailed Itinerary: 5 Days Mae Hong Son Loop
• The Ultimate Guide to Obtaining a Thai Motorcycle License in Thailand
• The Best of Koh Tao Thailand in 3 Days
• Top Tips on How to Save Money While Traveling
• The Evolution of Our Travel Packing List: How We Adapted for Long-Term Travel
• Destination Report: Ubud Bali: What to do, see, eat and avoid
• Destination Report: Ubud Bali – Part 2: Cost of Nomad Living
• Breaking News: How Checking the News Daily Could be Harming Your Health
• Building a Community For The Long Term: Exploring the concept of Having a Home Base
• Destination Report: Koh Samui Thailand: What to do, see, eat and avoid
• Destination Report: Koh Samui (Thailand) – Part Two: Cost of Nomad Living
• Destination Report: Siem Reap Cambodia: What to do, see, eat and avoid
• Destination Report: Siem Reap (Cambodia) – Part Two: Cost of Nomad Living
• Blog Income Report – Q1 2023
• Ultimate Guide to Ninh Binh Vietnam: A 3 Day Biking Itinerary
• Unlocking the Secrets of Free City Walking Tours: A Budget-Friendly and Immersive Travel Experience
• Ultimate Guide to Lan Ha Bay: A 2 Day Boat Cruise Itinerary
• Taiwan Healthcare Appointment & Queuing system
• Destination Report: Hanoi Vietnam: What to do, see, eat and avoid
• Destination Report: Hanoi (Vietnam) – Part Two: Cost of Nomad Living
• [Interview #026] From Cargo Pilot To Financial Independence – Rising Above Parents’ Terminal Cancer Challenges
• Year 5 Nomad Travel – Back to Slow Travel (Part I – The highlights)
• Year 5 Nomad Travel – Back to Slow Travel (Part II – The numbers)
• Designing Our Dream Life: Our Approach to Slow Travel and Early Retirement
• A Reliable & Transparent Money Transfer Service: Wise (formerly TransferWise) Review
• 5-Year Of Slow Travel – Unveiling 70+ Places We Stayed At
• The Real Cost to Travel the World as a Nomad – 5 Years of Expenses
• How to Stay Healthy While Traveling: Dining Out vs Cooking
• The Wisdom of ‘Outlive’ by Peter Attia – A Book Review and Summary
• [Interview #027] From chronic stress to full-time nomad as a writer & editor thanks to the pandemic
• Applying for Permanent Residency in Taiwan – A guide to APRC
• Amazon Prime Big Day Deals on our favorite essential items (2023 Edition)
• Discovering Taitung’s Secrets: A Cross-Generational Experience
• [Interview #028] Recognizing the different seasons of life to plan for financial independence
• The Best Phone Plans For Travel – Airalo, Eskimo, RedteaGo Reviews
• How To Manage Multiple Credit Cards While Traveling The World
• The Ultimate AG1 Review: Unveiling Benefits, Debunking Myths, and Navigating the Science of this Superfood Supplement
• Black Friday deals on our favorite travel essential items (2023 Edition)
• Elevate Your Work: A Comprehensive Review of Laptop Stands (Travel Friendly Edition)
• How to Invest for Retirement – A Guide to the 4% Rule
• Unlock Financial Freedom with Wealthfront: A Comprehensive Guide
• Ultimate Getaway Guide to Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon – A 4 Day Itinerary
• Professional Travel Photography in Chiang Mai, Capturing Memories
• Cost to Travel the World for 1 year: 2023 Report
• Blog Income Report 2023
• One Year of Travel Rewards Earnings & Redemptions 2023
• Thailand Tourist Visa Mastery: How to Stay for 3 Months
• Things To Do In The Perhentian Islands – A 5 Day Itinerary
• How to Open a Bank Account in Taiwan as a Foreigner
• Vietnam Tourist Visa Mastery: How to avoid Scams
• Layover in Singapore: A 1 Day Itinerary
• Ski Trip Guide: Nozawa Onsen Japan
• [Interview #029] From Stability to Adventure on the Road Less Traveled: A Couple’s Quest for Freedom and Fulfillment
• Driving in Japan: What You Need to Know
• Men’s carry-on packing list for nomadic long-term travel
• Women’s packing list for nomadic long-term travel
• Top 9 Destinations for Nomads
• 3 Day Itinerary: Kerama Islands, Okinawa
• Lessons from ‘Die with Zero’ By Bill Perkins – A Book Review and Summary
• Nomad Packing Essentials: 16 Must-Have Items for Long-Term Travel
• Visit Ogimi Village, Okinawa: Half-Day Itinerary in Japan’s Blue Zone
• Nomad Checklist: 9 Things to Prepare for Nomadic Life
• Luye International Hot Balloon Festival
• Guide to Hiking Hehuanshan in Taiwan (5 Baiyue Peaks)
• The Comfort Crisis by Michael Easter: A Detailed Book Review and Summary
• US mobile phone carrier for verifications overseas: Tello Mobile review
• 5 days detailed itinerary: Jeju Island, South Korea
• Essential Tech Gear Packing List for Digital Nomads