
IT’S OKAY TO TRAVEL WITHOUT ALL THE LATEST GEAR
No drone? No problem. This is a love letter to traveling with what you have—a carry-on, comfy shoes, and a heart that notices more than a camera ever could.
A curated collection of stories from a life in motion.
This isn’t a blog—it’s a living résumé of all the places travel has taken me.

No drone? No problem. This is a love letter to traveling with what you have—a carry-on, comfy shoes, and a heart that notices more than a camera ever could.

Tight budget, big wanderlust. Here’s how to travel paycheck-to-paycheck—using shoulder seasons, asue savings, smart research, and one clear “why” per trip to turn small coins into big experiences.

You don’t always have to fly across the ocean to “see the world.” Sometimes exploration looks like curiosity in your own city, and that counts as much as boarding a plane.

You don’t need a plane ticket, savings, or a plan to explore. The Penniless Alternative shows how to find movement, meaning, and freedom—even when you’re broke.

Dreaming of long weekends and exotic memories—even on a paycheck-to-paycheck 9–5 rhythm? This post shows how intentional planning, PTO gymnastics, and spreadsheet strategy can turn your work-limited schedule into a world of possibilities.

Not sure where to go next? This guide shows you how to choose destinations that fit your personality, passions, and pocket—so you travel for meaning, not for the feed.

Even with a 9-to-5, you can carve out room to explore the world. This post shows how to balance steady work with intentional travel—without sacrificing your paycheck or your passport stamps.