“Tall tales and tasty tidbits served with a dash of sarcasm…” is how Raymond Walsh describes his site. The tales may be tall but also true. The tasty tidbits are tantalizing (to say the least) and extremely useful. Having traveled the world over under his previous employment positions, he now travels on top of it for his own satisfaction.

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Like many others, MuiMui and Boris decided they needed a break from their ‘cube lives’ in San Francisco. Boris wanted to move to another country and learn a new language. MuiMui had other ideas – traveling around the world. She was very convincing as they have been on the road and in constant motion.

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Post tags: Asia, Australia, Europe, New Zealand, photography, Round the world, South America, United States

Earlier this year (2010), two guys from New Zealand set out on a hike. Okay, not unusual for “Kiwis”. They seem to like hiking. But, this trek is somewhat unique as it follows the path of the Templar Knights which is not your normal modern-day quest. They’ve had their ups and downs – but, the real question is – will they succeed?

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Post tags: cultural experiences, Europe, hiking, Hisory, living on the road, New Zealand, Templar Knights

With a B.F.A. degree in photography hanging on one of his walls, Bryan Brough left those (U.S.) confines for S.E. Asia. Once home, the road called to him again. This time – a year in Australia, photographing and blogging about his travels. Where the road will lead him next – only time will tell.

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So, you make the decision to leave the Northwest (US) for employment in Sydney, Australia. A bold move. But, not bold enough for Heather and Scott Matthews. Unhappy with “city life”, they buy a van, cull down their “stuff” and hit the road. After a year of van livin’ in OZ, they are now continuing their travels in New Zealand.

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A single visit to a WalMart in Mesa, Arizona turned Jasmine Stephenson’s life around. As with many who choose to travel, the “white picket fence” lifestyle of home was not appealing so she sold her possessions and headed to New Zealand. Her blog is a mix of narrative writing, video diaries and photographs detailing her continued wanderings of this world.

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Post tags: Asia, Australia, Central America, expat life, female travellers, New Zealand, North America

What started off as a sailing trip in the South Ocean has turned into an exploration of New Zealand in an old beat-up van for this family of three. Antonia, the family scribe, is a great storyteller, sharing their tales with a dry, witty style.

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Post tags: Australia, Canada, France, Great Britain, Greece, Israel, Italy, New Zealand, Peru, Spain, Usher Syndrome

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