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Not a Nomad Blog

A travel photography blog by an American expat living in Berlin. Learn about travel in Europe and working abroad, travel photography, shooting with Fujifilm.

Not a Nomad Blog

This blog began as a place to share resources for people looking to discover themselves while starting a new life abroad.

Now I share tips for finding work abroad, travel tips for destinations around Europe and the world, and ideas for how anyone can still maximize travel with a full-time job.

I also often share the best photography locations of the places I visit, so you don't miss out on the best sights.

I'm continuing to hunker down in Berlin, Germany and we figure out what's next for all of us!

Meanwhile I'm catching up on my backlog of travel guides from the trips I've taken over the last 7 years of living in Germany. Check them out below!

Follow along on Instagram and Facebook for photos and updates.

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The latest articles on travel, photography, and working abroad. Come back for new articles every week.

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3 Days in Santorini: Itinerary for First-time Visitors (2021)

Plan your perfect Santorini Itinerary with this travel guide! Discover where to stay in Santorini, where to eat, things to do in Santorini, and how to make the most of visiting Santorini for the first time....

14 Jan 2021
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12 Coolest Day Trips from Berlin (Locals approved!)

Whether you're looking for nature or culture, monuments or mealtime, these unique day trips from Berlin are a seriously great way to round out your experience in Berlin, Germany....

2 Jun 2020
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Best (And Affordable!) Places to Stay in Lake Como, Italy

My top tips for where to stay in Lake Como: Specific hotel recommendations, tips for choosing accommodation, what to look for, and the best towns to stay in near Lake Como....

1 Jun 2020
travel

An Efficient 3-day Lake Como Travel Itinerary for 2021

There are so many things to do near Lake Como, Italy, but you can explore quite a bit with only three days. Use this travel guide to get the most out of your trip to Lake Como this summer!...

1 Jun 2020
travel

A Super Efficient Guide to Visiting Meteora, Greece in 2021

Visiting Meteora in Greece will instantly explain why monks built monasteries there for centuries. Here is a guide on the best time to visit, which monasteries to see, and things to do in Meteora....

1 Jun 2020
travel

7 Most Exciting Day Trips From Athens in 2021

Each of these Athens day tours offers a fresh way to see Greece outside its capital city. Take these trips and excursions around Athens and discover special museums, archaeology, and historical sites....

1 Jun 2020
travel

3 Days in Athens: Itinerary for First-time Visitors in 2021

Planning to spend 3 days in Athens, Greece? Use this complete Athens itinerary to experience the best attractions, things to do, foods to try, museums and tours!...

1 Jun 2020
travel

An Efficient 3-day Amalfi Coast Itinerary for 2021

See Italy's best holiday destination on this 3-day Amalfi Coast itinerary. Visit towns like Amalfi, Ravello, and Positano, the Jewel of the Amalfi Coast. Learn the best places to see on the Amalfi Coast, things to do in each town, and the best time to visit....

1 Jun 2020
travel

Northern Greece: Travel Guide and 7-day Itinerary

Use this Northern Greece itinerary and travel guide to plan your trip to places like Halkidiki, Zagori, Meteora, and Thessaloniki, the treasures of Northern Greece. Learn about unmissable archaeological sites and the best places to eat and stay....

1 Jun 2020
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Work abroad guides

Working abroad is easily the most sustainable way to start traveling the world. Learn how to get started.

expat life, work abroad

How Much Money Do You Need to Move Abroad to Europe?

How much money do I need before moving abroad? This is one of the first questions many aspiring expats ask themselves, and the answer might be different than you think!...

21 Oct 2018
work abroad

How to stand out as an applicant for a job overseas

International applicants have to do a lot more to impress an employer and get an offer (and a relocation package). Here's how to stand out when applying for a job online and show that you're worth the extra effort....

26 Nov 2016
work abroad

How to move abroad by working remotely

Getting a remote job or doing your current job remotely is an easy first step towards living in a foreign country! Here's how to move abroad by working remotely...

3 Oct 2016
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