At this time last year we were glued to the laptop in Seattle for news of the erupting coup in Ecuador, the first destination on our long-awaited RTW (round-the-world) trip. Would we be able to leave? Would we have to start somewhere else at the last minute? It was exciting and unpredictable from the very […]
The difference between writing a blog and writing a book
Written by on September 26, 2011
If you have a blog you know the joy of connecting with people on a subject you love, discussing the pros and cons of a variety of topics, and teaching each other things along the way. It is a pretty fantastic experience, and I can’t recommend it highly enough. Strangely enough, though, we feel more […]
Picture this: Graffiti in Amsterdam
Written by on September 22, 2011
Learn the secrets to live the good life: stay in touch
Written by on September 17, 2011
People tell us all the time that we live the good life, and we cannot disagree. However, we think ANYONE can live the good life by adopting a few life-enhancing strategies. We’ve already talked about meeting new people on a regular basis, connecting people to each other and to great opportunities, and knowing how to […]
What is it like to travel around the world? (Reader Questions)
Written by on September 13, 2011
Live the good life in France
Written by on September 9, 2011
We love France. We honeymooned in Paris 7 years ago, where we became huge fans of the bread, cheese, and wine. It wasn’t until this trip, though, that we learned to appreciate the people of France. Last year we met French couple Audrey and Pierre in Chugchilan, Ecuador, a remote little village in Andes Mountains. […]
