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.
The latest articles on travel, photography, and working abroad. Come back for new articles every week.
As a 5+ year Fujifilm user, these are the best Fujifilm lenses for travel that I bring around the world with me. Learn the pros and cons of each Fujifilm lens, when to choose prime or zoom lenses, and alternatives for each lens....
Learn about the best areas to stay in Berlin, whether you're a first-time visitor or a veteran. This Berlin neighborhood guide demystifies how to decide where to stay in Berlin, based on my experience living in Berlin for over five years!...
The best Christmas markets in Berlin are waiting for you to find them! Here's a complete guide to Christmas markets in Berlin, updated for 2019: where to find them, their specialties, and how to come prepared....
Because it's the off season for tourism in Germany, Berlin in Winter is a side of the city that few visitors actually get to see. Here are the best things to do in Berlin in Winter, how to get around, and tips for Berlin's winter weather!...
There is no shortage of amazing things to do on the Garden Route in South Africa. Where you prefer camping or wine-tasting, safari or sun-bathing, there are infinite choices! Use this Garden Route itinerary to craft your own trip through South Africa....
Cape Town isn't just the most popular tourist destination in South Africa. It's a complex, colorful, and ever-changing city with a layered history. Today there are so many things to do in Cape Town, so learn how to explore it efficiently on this Cape Town itinerary....
Check out my most extensively covered countries with in-depth travel guides, itineraries, packing lists, and more.
Click any pink country to read articles on that country.
Grey countries
are places I've been, but not yet written about.
Working abroad is easily the most sustainable way to start traveling the world. Learn how to get started.
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!...
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....
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...
