2025, Can You Believe We're Still Alive? Travels Far & Wide From a Year That We Survived

Well, well, well; w-e-l-l. You know, that’s one of those phrases I picked up somewhere along the way that I return to again and again, but for which the source material is lost to the ages. Where the hell did I get it? Just like the number of licks it takes to get to the center of a Tootsie Pop, the world may never know. But can you guess what the world is about to know? That’s right! The deepest, darkest, most intimate thoughts, recollections, and reminiscences on the year that was right here on All Things Wanderful.

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How to Successfully Start Your Digital Nomad Life with a Disability

The idea of working from a beachside café or a mountain hostel might sound like a sun-drenched fantasy. But for disabled travelers, that fantasy has more layers. If you’re serious about living and working on the move, you’ll need more than a decent backpack and a dream. You’ll need foresight, flexibility, and a bit of hustle. This isn’t about inspiration, it’s about information. Here’s how to start building your version of a nomadic life that works on your terms.

5 Bucket List Destinations for Travelers Who Thrive Off the Beaten Path

Because today is all about finding a new remote destination that is perhaps not so easy to get to. The following is not a list of the “most remote” places on the globe by any stretch, but it may just give you some new ideas or inspire you to seek out another faraway place. Even if you don’t plan on traveling to the ends of the Earth, hopefully you’ll learn something new.

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2024, Won't See You No More: Closing the Door on a Year Loaded With Travel Galore

Stop me right now if you’ve heard this before, but, hand to god(s), we had another major, major year here on the blog, shattering records all over the place. I mean, are you ready for these percentages? I don’t know if you are. I think you’re gonna have to convince me. “Uhh, how the heck am I gonna do that?” you ask, staring blankly at your phone/tablet/laptop screen as you read these words. Well, it’s simple, Fred: …

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Find Your New Home Abroad With Help From These U.S. Expats Living in Mexico

Relocating to another part of the world is an exciting, yet exceedingly daunting, prospect for most people in search of greener pastures, but the process is by no means impossible. In fact, if you’re looking to move abroad, there are actually more resources than ever out there to help get you started. So, if that dream job happens to be located overseas or if you’re simply looking for a new adventure (or maybe trying to escape the clutches of an incoming authoritarian regime), take heart: you can make this happen!

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7 Tips to Help You Navigate the World as a Digital Nomad

Imagine converting the world into your office space, where your creativity isn't bound by four walls but inspired by new horizons daily. This is the essence of being a digital nomad — a lifestyle that combines work with the freedom to explore. To embark on this adventure, you need more than just a spirit of adventure; strategic planning is essential. The following are some useful strategies to help you turn the world into your office.

2023, Won't You Wander With Me? The Final Epistle From a Travel-Filled Missile

The year 2023, with all of its ups and downs, peaks and valleys, and trials and tribulations, has come and gone — as has another 365 days here on All Things Wanderful. So now it’s time to take stock. What caught people’s attention? What fell flat on its face? Were you, the loyal readers of this increasingly-sporadic travel blog, entertained, or at least mildly amused? Did you find the content contained within this digital rambling wreck informational? Enlightening? Perhaps even erudite?

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7 Healthy Habits for Family Travel: A Guide to Well-Being on the Road

Traveling with your family is an exhilarating adventure, but it’s crucial to uphold healthy habits throughout your journey. From staying adequately hydrated to selecting accommodations that encourage an active lifestyle, these key points form the foundation for a well-rounded and enjoyable family travel experience. Here are some essential practices to keep in mind for a healthier and more memorable family adventure.

2022, a Tribute to You: The Travels & Travails of the Best Year Yet on All Things Wanderful

There are so many cliché ways that a year-in-review post like this could begin. But instead of saying “another year in the books” or “isn’t it funny how time flies” — or even “what do you know, here we are again” — let’s just steer clear of all that gobbledygook, am I right? After all, this is now the sixth year (!) I’m sitting down to write this annual postmortem, and it certainly doesn’t deserve to suffer an indignity like that.

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