About Us
Welcome!
We are full time travelers, digital nomads, retirement seekers. 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 has inspired us to Marie Kondo our life, sell nearly all of our possessions, and commit to traveling the world, slowly, for the next few years…. on a modest budget….. with only what we can carry ourselves….. while we search for our retirement.
You’ll notice that we didn’t say retirement spot – because frankly we don’t know if settling down to one door is the answer for us. Perhaps we’ll continue to travel but at an even slower pace. Perhaps we’ll realize that slow travel isn’t for us. For now our plan to spend anywhere from a couple of weeks to several months traveling to different country, immersing ourselves in the local cultures, enjoying the food, meeting new people along the way and sharing our story 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 the journey, we unveil the beauty of the unknown, and every step taken is a dance with the wonders that await.
Where Weβve Lived/Traveled
To date, we’ve spent months and years living and adventuring in various locations around the world. We typically spend at least a month in each destination traveling by train and buses whenever possible, and fly where needs must.
πΒ Panama
Panama City
Coronado
Boquete
Boca del Toro
π Costa Rica
Puerto Viejo
San Jose
π Portugal
Lisbon
Faro
Tavira
π Spain
Barcelona
π France
Caen
Paris
Nancy
Toul
π New Zealand
Auckland
Rotorua
Wellington
Hamilton
π England
Earith
Huntingdon
Godmanchester
Peterborough
Cambridge
London
Ely
Portsmouth
Southampton
Derby
Andover and soon Walton-on-Thames and Plymouth
π USA
Oregon
Washington DC
Florida
Washington
South Dakota
(and drove cross country four times!)
Why We Blog
And why should you join us on this wild ride? Well, here’s the scoop: we’re not your average travel bloggers. A) We’re older than most, not quite ‘retirement’ age, but close. B) We committed to unraveling the world on a budget. Yes we sold just about every thing we owned (ask my sister, she saw the final pile) but we have to fund our life for years… plus frankly, we’re frugal, especially Jeff – he analyses the cost of everything. everything.
We’re on a mission to crack the code of affordable travel β think of us as the Sherlock Holmes of budget-friendly international travel. Our blog isn’t just about ticking off countries on a checklist; it’s about mastering the art of navigating the globe without breaking the bank. Whether you’re eyeing retirement in a quaint foreign town or just want to eat your way around the world, we’re here to guide you.
Along the way, we’ll provide practical tips for those considering retiring abroad, such as finding affordable housing, accessing healthcare, and embracing new cultures.
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:
π Argentina
Buenos Aires
π Ecuador
Quito
Cotacachi
Cuenca
Loja
Guayaquil
π Mexico
Guanajuato
Santiago de QuerΓ©taro
San Miguel de Allende
Lake Chapala region
Playa del Carmen
As we set foot in each location, we’ll attempt to live like a local, experience what it’s like to “be in the moment” and share our experiences and lessons learned along the way with you our readers. From retirement-friendly hotspots to drool-worthy cuisines, consider us your virtual travel buddies. We spill the beans on everything from finding affordable digs to navigating foreign healthcare systems. And we promise to throw in a few epic fails, because who doesn’t love a good travel blunder?
So hit that subscribe button, and let’s embark on a budget-friendly adventure full of laughs, lessons, and maybe a few wrong turns.
Follow Our Journey On Youtube
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.