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How To Travel As Long As You Want Without Going Broke (Interview)
So, you’re pumped. You’ve just learned that $5 a day is all you need to travel forever, and you know it’s for you.
But now you’re wondering: How will you get that $5 a day? And what if you want to earn a little more than that, so you can be a little less frugal or travel in more expensive place?
Wade has been on the road for 9 years, in which time he’s made his way through 40 countries and across 5 continents. Last year, I talked to him about why he’s been travelling so long; this time, I decided to find out how he does it. Or, more specifically, where he gets the money to be able to travel perpetually.
Is $5 a Day Really Enough?
Last week, I wrote about Andy the Hobo Traveler, and his inspiring motto: If you earn $5 a day, you can travel forever.
That article received a strong reaction, and not just from people who were inspired by Andy’s approach to long-term travel. Others were skeptical. One reader, J Nizzle, commented:
“5 bucks a day. I think that is totally possible. If you don’t mind those living conditions. How long can you sleep on the ground? Or better yet in some seedy places that work with a 5 dollar budget. What is the quality of food you are eating? How about not showering for a few days?”
Earn $5 a Day? You Can Travel Forever
“If you can earn $5 a day, you can travel forever.”
That’s Andy the Hobo Traveler’s motto, at least. And he can talk: for close to 11 years, Andy has been perpetually travelling the globe, with no intention of returning home.
For most of us, travel is a finite experience. Our trips may be long, but they always have a Point A and a Point B: a beginning and an end. Most of us return home; some people relocate to a new home; but we always arrive home.
Podcasting on the Road: Tape, Technology and Hats
When I first started my trip, my focus was to do podcasting, not blogging. A year and a half later, and I’ve done much more blogging than podcasting. While I have been able to put up several episodes, I still find the workflow of producing a podcast by myself, on the road, to be a daunting task. In this article I’m going to go through some of what I go through to produce a solo video podcast on the road.
Dealing With Loneliness on the Road (Part 3)
“Humans are social creatures. We need each other, to interact, to communicate, to share. When you live on a sailboat for months or travel solo in a land that doesn’t speak your language, there are bound to be lonely times. It’s something we all deal with, and although each situation is different, there are a few lessons I’ve learned in my travels.”
Dealing with Loneliness on the Road (Part 2)
“How do you deal with loneliness on the road?
I remember wondering about this question myself; once. And then I noticed the guy sitting next to me on the plane was reading, “The Alchemist” and I said, “Hey! That’s my favorite book!” and he said, “Yea? It inspired me to make this solo adventure to Latin America, which I’m now kind of nervous about….” And that’s the thing about “loneliness” on the road; it dissipates as fast as you can write, “me too!” in the fog of your breath on the window plexiglas.”
Dealing with Loneliness on the Road (Part 1)
You’re on the other side of the world, taking in foreign sights and sounds, when it hits you: loneliness. It’s an emotion that most travellers have experienced at some point in their journeys – especially those who travel alone.
For this series of posts, I asked travel bloggers to share their experiences with loneliness on the road. Their advice is diverse, from tips on how to avoid loneliness altogether, to suggestions on what to do when you’re feeling blue.
Working on the Road: The Equipment I Use
Six months ago my family and I sold our house in the UK, gave up our primary income, moved into a camper and in early May, hit the roads of Europe in search of freedom, adventure and hopefully somewhere to start a new life. The question most people ask is: How did you have the guts to do it?
We had the guts because we have the money, and we get the money because we are part of the fortunate ‘the whole world is an office’ generation. If you have the travel bug like me, then boy is this a good generation to be in. Because if you don’t have an unlimited heap of savings earmarked for travel, then it’s always good to have a way to earn a few pennies for food and water while you’re on the road.
Summer in the city: Surfing at the Water Taxi Beach Bar
Photos 18 Last Saturday, summer hit New York City. It’s funny how suddenly the seasons arrive: certainly there’s been the occasional warm evening throughout the spring months, but then first really hot day is something else. The window-mounted A/C gets its first run of the year. Blankets and flannel sheets get stashed. The warm coat [...]
The Land of King Krak
Hustle and Bustle, downtown Krakow It was dark outside, and with the drizzle, the streets of Krakow didn't look particularly inviting. We headed towards the Old Town, a place noted for its bars and restaurants. After only a hundred yards or so, Jodie stopped walking. 'I don't like this. I'm not getting good vibes.' 'Look!' [...]
