About Us – Moving to Another Country but which one?
How We Became FullTime Travelers and Travel Bloggers
Welcome!
In 2022 we decided we were moving to another country, we just didn’t know which one 🤷♀️🤷♂️… follow our journey as fulltime international travelers ✈️🚅🚌 while we discovery affordable place to live overseas. We are Jeff and Sandra, married for over 40 years. As a veteran (Jeff) and a former military brat (Sandra), we have been able to live in and travel to various locations throughout the United States, England, Europe, Caribbean, and South Pacific.
While we have enjoyed living in the same state for the past 20 years, our passion for travel and the desired to move to another country has inspired us to Marie Kondo our life, sell nearly all of our possessions, and commit to fulltime travel on a modest budget, embracing the world with only what we can carry, while we search for where in the world we wanted to live.
Our current plan involves spending anywhere from a few weeks to several months in each country we visit, fully immersing ourselves in local cultures, savoring the cuisine, meeting new people, and sharing our journey as travel bloggers with you.
As Jeff likes to say, he’s the rapper and I’m the DJ, so Jeff will be dedicating his time to documenting our globe-trotting adventures for our friends, family, and any one else who wants to follow along. Meanwhile, I, Sandra, will continue working remotely, wrangling projects, and a few side gigs because, hey, this travel adventure doesn’t fund itself , plus I’m responsible for all the techy behind the blog stuff (besides video editing – that’s all Jeff!)
Traveling is not just about reaching destinations; it’s about discovering the extraordinary in the ordinary, forging connections with cultures, and finding pieces of yourself in the unexplored corners of the world. In our journey, as full-time travelers and travel bloggers the beauty of the unknown, and every step taken is a dance with the wonders that await.
Where We’ve Lived/Traveled
Our full-time travel journey has taken us to incredible destinations worldwide. We usually stay at least a month in each location, traveling by train and bus whenever possible and flying when necessary.
📍 Panama
Panama City
Coronado
Boquete
Boca del Toro
📍 Costa Rica
Puerto Viejo
San Jose
📍 Portugal
Lisbon
Faro
Tavira
📍 France
Caen
Paris
Nancy
Toul
📍 New Zealand
Auckland
Rotorua
Wellington
Hamilton
📍 England
Earith
Huntingdon
Godmanchester
Peterborough
Cambridge
London
Ely
Portsmouth
Southampton
Derby
Andover and soon Walton-on-Thames and Plymouth
📍 USA
Oregon
Washington DC
Florida
Washington
South Dakota
(and drove cross country four times!)
Why We Blog About Our Fulltime Travel Journey
Why follow our journey as fulltime travelers? Because we’re not your average travel bloggers. First, we’re older than most, not quite at retirement age for United States, but close. Second, we’ve committed to unraveling the world on a modest budget. We sold nearly everything we owned, but we’re frugal (especially Jeff, who analyzes the cost of everything).
Our blog is a treasure trove for those wanting to travel full-time without breaking the bank. We’re here to crack the code on budget-friendly international travel, sharing practical tips and lessons learned. Whether you’re planning to retire abroad or simply want to explore the world, we’ve got you covered.
Follow our story from the beginning
- Affordable Nomadic Retirement: Our Unexpected Adventure
Hey there! We’re a soon-to-be retired couple on a mission to ditch the traditional retirement plan and explore the world on a budget. Forget the beach house and margaritas – we’re trading those in for exciting adventures and a life less ordinary! This blog chronicles our journey to crafting a budget-friendly nomadic retirement. We want… - Affordable Nomadic Retirement Adventure: Part Two
Hey there! We’re a couple on the cusp of retirement, and let’s face it, the whole “house, big backyard, rocking chairs on the porch” vision wasn’t exactly setting our souls on fire. We craved new experiences, and living life on our terms, all without breaking the bank. That’s where our journey to an affordable nomadic… - Part 3: Affordable Retirement Travel Q&A
Hey there! We’re a couple on the cusp of retirement, itching to trade the house and yard for a life of adventure. But here’s the catch: we’re on a budget. That’s where affordable retirement travel comes in – exploring the world without breaking the bank. Planning this adventure has been an eye-opening experience, and guess… - Full-Time Retirement Travel Planning: Part 4
We’re Sandra and Jeff, and we’re in the thick of our full-time retirement travel planning adventure! This blog offers a glimpse into our sometimes messy, always honest journey. Maybe you’re considering a similar path, or maybe you’re just curious about full-time travel. Either way, join us as we navigate the exciting challenges and unexpected turns!… - Our Full-Time Retirement Travel Diary: The Road Less Traveled
Hey everyone, it’s Sandra and Jeff here with another update on our mobile retirement planning adventure! As we celebrated the New Year, guess what? Our retirement timeline – well, it evolved again! (Seems like nailing down a date is proving trickier than we anticipated!) For those new to our journey, we’re ditching the traditional retirement… - Nomadic Shocker: Medical Insurance for Fulltime Travelers and Retirees
As we excitedly plan our nomadic retirement, one crucial aspect threw us a curveball: medical insurance for fulltime travelers. Budgeting for this seemed straightforward, but the reality for nomadic retirees like us is quite different. In this post, we’ll talk about the sticker shock we experienced and explore the the different types of “travel” insurance… - What’s in our Travel Budget?
All about the Benjamins I worked up a preliminary travel budget for this adventure based on information gleaned from various travel bloggers, my own research and a little bit of caution. Virtually all of the countries we plan to visit are on someone’s “You can retire here for $1,500 per month” list so I’m allowing… - Waterfall Rappelling, Schengen Zones & Pre-Departure Jitters
The countdown is officially on! With February’s chill clinging to the air. We’re selling the house, brushing up on languages (well, mostly Spanish for now!), and strategizing our nomad retirement departure – it’s all part of the thrilling (and sometimes overwhelming) process of transforming our retirement dream into reality. This blog is our way of…
Updated 2024! We’re on the hunt for the most affordable destinations with the best weather!
Back in 2022 Jeff and I decided that we wanted to explore the world looking for what our retirement would look like. The past few month has taught us a lot so the here is a list of the destination we will be venturing to within the few years:
📍 Ecuador
Quito
Cotacachi
Cuenca
Loja
Guayaquil
📍 Mexico
Guanajuato
Santiago de Querétaro
San Miguel de Allende
Lake Chapala region
Playa del Carmen
As full-time travelers, we aim to live like locals, experiencing each destination to the fullest and sharing our insights with you. From retirement-friendly hotspots to culinary delights, consider us your virtual travel buddies, spilling the beans on everything from affordable housing to healthcare systems. And we promise to throw in a few epic fails, because who doesn’t love a good travel blunder?
So, join us! Hit that subscribe button and let’s embark on this budget-friendly adventure full of laughs, lessons, and maybe a few wrong turns.
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Jeff creates all of our travel videos. We’ve got TONS of them, and you can view them all here. Be sure to subscribe to our channel for up-to-date travel adventures.