Expat Life

Traveling is one of the best gifts you can give yourself, but we know it can be a little nerve wracking sometimes. How do I stay safe in a foreign country? How do I avoid getting pickpocketed? Whether you’re traveling solo or are hopping on your first international flight, these practical tips will help ensure you stay safe on your travels. We’ll help you avoid common scams, prevent injury and know what to do in an emergency. 

If you’re thinking about teaching English overseas, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know — from choosing the right TEFL program for you, to picking a country. We’re also sharing some of the things we wish we would have known before packing our bags and moving to South Korea.

If you’re considering teaching English abroad, one of the biggest decisions you’ll have to make is picking a country to call home. We’ve rounded up some of the best countries to move to as an English teacher. Find out where you will earn the most money as well as which countries have a great work-life balance. This guide will help you decide which country is right for you.

Teaching English abroad was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. It helped us save a ton of money, introduced us to lifelong friends, and allowed us to travel the world. Find out why you should consider teaching English in another country. It might just be your best decision too!

It may seem like everyone and their hipster neighbor are quitting their jobs to work remotely and travel the world. Amiright? So is it the answer for you? We're delving into what it's really like to quit your job in pursuit of freedom. And I'm going to give it to you honest and straight - no bullshit. 

If you love travel but have a full-time job you don’t want to give up, keep reading. This guest post is full of all the tips you need to satiate your wanderlust without compromising your job. Because you deserve it all.

If saving money for travel – or buying a house, starting your own company, or I dunno, getting wine delivered to your doorstep each day – is a priority to you, these simple tips, mindsets and lifestyle adjustments will help you reach your financial goals. 

How a big disappointment helped us figure out what's next on this journey we call life.

If you're planning on traveling long-term with your dream girl, you'll want to read this before you board your plane. I'm sharing a few words of warning and have some advice you won't want to miss!

We asked you to send us any questions you have about traveling and here are our answers. Watch along as we share some personal stories and great travel tips.

We knew when we left for this year-long trip, we'd be making a lot of sacrifices. We would miss weddings, births and graduations. We would miss celebrations with old friends and holidays with families. But we never thought we would have to experience the death of a love one.

Sometimes you have to step away from something to understand it more. Traveling has taught me more about America than I ever learned at home. 

We are addicted to taking cooking courses overseas. We love them so much that think that you should take a cooking class on your next trip too! Here's why...

We have been so privileged to be able to do quite a bit of traveling. But it’s sunshine and mojitos every day. There are days when traveling straight up sucks! People often only share the best moments of their lives with the rest of the world; and we’re as guilty as anyone. We've decided to share some of the not-so-fun parts of traveling that you won't see us posting about on Instagram...

Most people keep a few things from their parents, but we've kept a LOT of secrets while we've been traveling. We're finally ready to spill!

My 27th year has shifted the way I think about life, careers, money, aging, and travel. And while I could ramble on about all these topics for days, I'll spare you and talk only about the last. This is a travel blog after all.

I too have been guilty of believing the naïve idea that all you have to do is want it enough and travel will just happen; and that people who aren’t traveling just don’t desire it as much as I do. But this is far from the truth. I’ve taken some time to reflect on this travel-snobbery mentality myself, and I have a few words to say...

If you are living in South Korea - or even just visiting for a short time - this list of fun things to do in Korea will hopefully give you some travel ideas, what to eat, and experiences to be had. So here it goes: our list of highlights from our year in South Korea!

Travel is often thought of as a frivolous, self-indulgent activity. And sometimes it is. But what we often overlook are the life-changing lessons that travel teaches us. 

How can you save $22,000 teaching in South Korea too? This is a breakdown of just how much life in Korea will cost you, and how much you should expect to save. Plus, we're sharing our best tips for saving money in South Korea!

We managed to save even more money than we expected while teaching English for a year in South Korea. And guess what? You can too if you follow these tips...

That's right, I have some beef with Bucket Lists. But it may not be what you're thinking...

2015 has been a year of firsts, of goodbyes, and welcomes. And it was nearly impossible to choose just 15 memories, but here are a few that stood out amongst the rest...

Dorothy was right: there really is no place like home! Traveling to faraway places has shown me just how special Minnesota is, and has inspired some poetic words.

Confession... 90% of the time I'm traveling, I'm a mess. My diet consists mostly of street food, and my attempts to work out are a joke. Oh, and my beauty routine and sense of style are nonexistent. So I went to the experts and bombarded them with questions about how to improve my health, fitness, beauty, and fashion while traveling. And lucky for you, I'm sharing all of their great tips and advice!

Coming home after a year away is full of excitement and joy at seeing all the people and places you've missed. But there are challenges, too, that we don't always talk about.

Whether you’re thinking about spending a semester overseas or are reminiscing on your own time abroad, join me in celebrating all the ways studying abroad can change lives for the better.

As my year in South Korea comes to an end, I have realized some big lessons I've learned along the way. One thing's for sure -- this year has changed me in ways I never would have expected. Find out what I've learned as an expat.

Got any upcoming trips planned with your gal pals or college buddies? Read on for some questions you'll want to be sure to ask before you pack your bags!

Traveling overseas will be the best thing you ever do for your relationship. Here's why...