In South East Asia, Myanmar is one of those places that many people want to see because it is still a fairly new destination on the tourist circuit, given the recent change in government circumstances. While guidebooks and travel blogs are improving by leaps and bounds, these are a few diamonds in the rough that…
Your suitcase is packed and you’ve said your good-byes. You’re going home. (Can you even call it “home” anymore?) You loved your time abroad, and you’re proud of what you accomplished, the friendships you made, and the life you created. Unfortunately, going home means giving up your amazing global life, right? It doesn’t have to!…
Not too long ago, I came across this thoughtful blog post by a couple in the Peace Corps who had joined my Blog Challenge over at BloggingAbroad.org (a project to help people living abroad promote cross-cultural understanding online). After the 2016 elections in the U.S., I thought it more important than ever that Americans experience…
This post is a guest video from our fellow intentional travelers, Dorene and Troy from Travel Life Experiences. Troy and Dorene left their home and their 20-year corporate careers to redesign their life on their own terms. They shared their first impressions of Medellín with one of their wonderful videos (below). Since Jedd and I…
You’re traveling through Central Vietnam, from Huế to Hoi An (or vise versa). You could take the bus – probably the cheapest option. You could take a train. You could rent a car. Or hire a private driver. Or you could take Vietnam’s most typical mode of transportation: the motorbike, and have a spectacular adventure…
Huế can be a great stop for travelers on a central Vietnam itinerary. In this post, we’ll cover the best things to do in Hue, where to stay, and what to eat on a budget. Visiting Hue, Vietnam Once the national capitol and home to the royal Nguyen family, much of the Imperial City was…
We’re excited to introduce you to another intentional traveler, Naomi Liz – a writer, photographer, and creator of Roaming the Americas. Her values and travel style align well with our commitment to transformation travel, and we love what she has to say. Without further adieu, here’s our interview with Naomi: Traveler Interview Here’s what we learned from Naomi…
This is a post by our fellow intentional traveler, Lianne Bronzo, who has spent several years living, teaching, volunteering, and traveling in Asia and Australia. She blogs at LianneBronzo.com and AdamandLianne.com. We are delighted that Lianne shared her budget info and responsible travel outlook with us! One of the most common questions…
This is a guest post by fellow intentional traveler, Alyssa Padgett, who shares her master road trip planning skills with us. Alyssa and her husband, Heath, took an RV to 49 States (and flew to Hawaii) while filming their documentary, Hourly America, on their honeymoon. A Guide to Planning Road Trips With Pinterest + Google…
For decades, dedicated Peace Corps volunteers have ventured to all corners of the globe, bringing their passion, skills, and care to communities in need. Beyond their invaluable on-ground efforts, some volunteers have also captured their experiences in vivid detail, offering us a glimpse into the diverse cultures, challenges, and triumphs they encounter. As Returned Peace…