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The Best Nomadic Living Styles: Fast, Slow, Expat, or Something Different?
The post explores various styles of full-time travel: “Fast Travel,” characterized by frequent city changes; “Slow Travel,” involving longer stays; and “Expat Life,” where one settles in a new country. The author proposes a fourth concept, “Rotating Home Bases,” blending these lifestyles with designated locations for easier travel and community integration.
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Have I Retired Only to Do YouTube as a Full-Time Job?
Rick shares his journey of launching a YouTube channel called “Finding My Retirement” while embracing a nomadic lifestyle. He discusses the challenges of creating quality content, from video production to editing, emphasizing the skills needed. After investing significant time, he successfully uploaded his first video, inviting viewers to engage with it.
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Best International Phone Plans for Travelers – Part 2
I update my challenges with cell phone coverage while traveling internationally. After researching and adjusting my data plans, I still faced connectivity issues upon arriving in Brazil. Despite frustrations with my main plan, Holafly, a backup from Airalo proved essential. The experience highlighted the importance of having a reliable backup while traveling abroad.
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The Journey Before the Journey: Planning for Full-Time Travel
In 2026, a couple will begin their full-time travel journey, having planned since 2023 after years in a demanding law career. They sold their California home to fund their travels for a decade, investing in rental property for income. They aim to establish residency in Washington while transitioning to a flexible, retirement lifestyle.
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Going Sideways in Buellton: is it Worth the Trip?
I recount three days in the Buellton, California, area, focusing on wine-tasting experiences, visiting locations from the movie “Sideways” and staying at the motel featured in the movie. Highlights include memorable tastings at Kalyra and Beckmen Vineyards, dining at the Los Olivos Wine Merchant Cafe, and recreating scenes at The Hitching Post. Overall, it was a great few days.
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DIY Financial Planning Tips and Tricks
I am not a certified financial planner, but I share personal insights on financial planning, emphasizing the importance of consulting experts and doing research. I describe my reliance on spreadsheets and financial software, particularly Boldin, for tracking investments. Additionally, I recommend various content creators in finance and cryptocurrency for diverse perspectives on planning.
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Figuring out Cell Phone Coverage for Full Time Travel
As a long time Verizon user, I am seeking affordable cell service solutions for full-time travel beginning in 2026. I explore options like VoIP services and app-based solutions, highlighting limitations with two-factor authentication. Ultimately, I’m choosing Tello for its flexibility and cost-effectiveness, planning to use local data plans abroad.
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Figuring Out Medical Insurance When Traveling Full Time
I reflect on the complexities of medical insurance while considering early retirement and full time travel. As a non-expert, I focus on issue spotting rather than solving these complex problems. Key concerns include maintaining Affordable Care Act coverage, managing Modified Adjusted Gross Income for subsidies, and the implications of international insurance plans for preexisting conditions.
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