Category: Travel
Are You Living the Life You Imagined?
Remember back when you were a child, and people constantly asked you: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Adults asking the question wanted you to tell them what job or career you wanted when you grew up. I didn’t really think […]
Video Tour of Our RV: Heartland Oakmont 395QB
About a year and a half ago, we were “done” with the RV life. Ready to move on, we sold our 40 foot Fleetwood Bounder Motorhome. However, after 6 months traveling and living without, we realized how much we missed the RV lifestyle. We decided […]
Fun Ways to Track Your Travels
When we travel, I love to have a visual of the places we have visited. It’s always great to have mementos of our experiences. Here are some fun ways to track your travels: 1. TRAVEL BLOG The most consistent and accurate account of all […]
12 Essential To-Do’s Before Traveling Internationally
It has been over 10 years since our first International trip to Europe, back when I only had to pack and plan for myself. Now that we are preparing for our next big trip as a family of four, I find a checklist essential. Here […]
Quick Guide: Set Up Traveling Mailbox in 10 Steps
One of the most common questions that we are asked is “What do you do about mail while you’re traveling?” It is actually a whole lot easier to manage mail than you may think. There are a few options out there, but we have recently […]
We Are Now on YouTube
I decided it was time for me to learn how to make videos and start a Travel 50 States YouTube Channel. I have begun with a slideshow of photos and short video clips that give a summary of our travels over the last few years. […]
Podcasts to Prepare You for Full Time Travel
We have found podcasts to be an incredible source of inspiration to us over the last few years. Here are some of our favorites that we found useful in pursuing our personal and travel goals. Finance The Dave Ramsey Show – If you need some practical advice and easy […]
How Can You Afford to Travel Full-Time?
The single most common question about full time travel, is some version of: “How can you afford to travel full time?” Well, in our particular situation, my husband works in the Technology field, and is able to telecommute, or work remotely, visiting the office a […]
FAQ’s about Full Time Travel: Taking the Leap
As we began sharing our story with family, friends, and strangers, we noticed that the same questions kept coming up over and over. As a result, I have decided to mix in a series of blog posts that address the logistics of how we have […]
Apple Picking at All Seasons Orchard in Woodstock, Illinois
For our first time apple picking with the boys this autumn, we found a fun place called All Seasons Orchard in Woodstock, Illinois. Admission included a bag for apples and a hay ride to the orchards, where we were met by guides who explained which […]
The House on the Rock – Spring Green, WI
On a weekend trip to Wisconsin Dells, we made a slight detour back to Chicago via Spring Green, Wisconsin. There we visited The House on the Rock. About an hour southwest from Wisconsin Dells, this impressive home was designed by Alex Jordan. It’s fascinating and […]
9 Reasons to Visit Italy
Day 17 – Final Day in RomeIt is no surprise to hear that Italy is a wonderful country to visit. The language barrier was a small issue, but you can usually get by speaking Spanish. They also seem more willing to speak Spanish than English. […]
