‘Travel the world in retirement’ pep talk
You’ve planned and saved – but still have doubts.
updated in 2022
Do you need a million dollars to retire and travel the world?
A multi-part answer that covers taxes, health care, budgets and more.
This is what brings expats to Mazatlan, Mexico
This Mexican city tops retirement lists again in 2020. Earth Vagabonds know why.
Buy prescription drugs overseas: 5 easy steps
As more Americans retire or become digital nomads and travel abroad, more of my fellow citizens wonder how to safely buy prescription drugs overseas. This article explains how in five easy steps, based on years of personal experience. As an American budget slow traveler in early retirement since 2015, and as a breast cancer warrior …
Is long-term travel for you? Here’s how to test it
This is one easy way to see if you really want to wander the planet.
How to shortcut proof of onward travel – the legal ways
There are several options for long-term, slow travelers like us.
Total cost to see rare Komodo dragons
From airfare to accommodations, this is exactly what it cost us to see the wild and famous Komodo dragons.
Retire early and slow travel the world: Our story
A few ‘secrets’ on how we were able to retire early, and how we keep traveling the world.
What makes Zihuatanejo stand out as a unique place
While Zihua’s beaches are great, there’s more to the story on why this place rocks.
Beaches near Zihuatanejo – and how to get there
Bring a book and sunglasses to relax and chill at these beaches in and around Zihuatanejo.
5 great reasons why Mahahual is better than Tulum
It’s more than money – it’s the happiness level and beauty of the place.
Zika, Chikungunya, Dengue, Malaria: Which one do I have?
(Note: in the year Ellen had this infection, dozens of people in Tulum suffered from Chikungunya – a mosquito virus.) Incredible chills shook me so violently I must’ve looked like I was transforming into one of the scary zombies from ’28 Days Later.’ But there was no one in the room to see – just …
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Tips for living overseas on a budget, and in comfort
Good sunblock, a Turkish towel, and skip the thongs. These are a few tips for comfort living overseas – read more here!