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
• Men’s carry on packing list for nomadic long-term travels – Mr. NN Edition
• 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 – 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 fly around the world for (almost) free: our introduction to 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
• Cost of our nomad living in Aruba: Staying in paradise for 4 weeks can be cheaper than staying at home
• 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 & cons of a nomadic lifestyle
• 2 day itinerary & 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
• Women’s carry on packing list for long-term travel – Mrs. NN Edition
• [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 Report: Koh Lanta – Part One: 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
• How to get a multi-year resident visa in Taiwan: the 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
• Biking in Taiwan: Ultimate 3 Day / 200 km bike ride on the east coast (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?
• Limitless: My action plan to learn anything faster, by Jim Kwik – A Book Review
• 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
• Our Ultimate Guide to Obtaining a Car/Scooter 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
• Our Top Apps for Travel
• [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
• A boring way to become rich: The Simple Path To Wealth, by JL Colins – A Book Review
• Building Community for the Long-Term: The Importance of Finding Friendships That Last
• Discovering Northern Thailand: A 5-Day Itinerary Through Mae Hong Son Loop
• Our Ultimate Guide to Obtaining a Thai Motorcycle License in Thailand
• Island Paradise: Discovering the Best of Koh Tao in Just Three Days
• Our tips for saving 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 Two: 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: A 3-Day Biking Itinerary
• Unlocking the Secrets of Free City Walking Tours: A Budget-Friendly and Immersive Travel Experience
• Ultimate Guide to Ha Long 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
• Unveiling the Real Costs of Our 5-Year Slow Travel Adventure Across the Globe
• Prioritizing our health one meal at a time 
• From Lifespan to Healthspan: The Wisdom of ‘Outlive’ by Peter Attia – A Book Review
• [Interview #027] From chronic stress to full-time nomad as a writer & editor thanks to the pandemic
• How to become a Permanent Resident 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
• How to save money with International Phone Plans Without Roaming – 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
• Capturing Timeless Memories in Chiang Mai
• 2023 Year End Spend Report
• Blog Income Report 2023
• 2023 End of Year Travel Rewards Report
• Thailand Visa Mastery: How to Secure 3-Month Stays for Tourists
• Things To Do In The Perhentian Islands – Our Five 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 In 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