Hey adventurers, it’s Atypical Vagabond here. Let me share my personal take on this topic: Get out a sheet of paper and write down all your set expenses: rent/mortgage, car payments, cable/streaming bill, cell phone, insurance, school payments, etc. Tally them up. Then write down all your discretionary spending. This is what you spend on […]
Hey adventurers, it’s Atypical Vagabond here. Let me share my personal take on this topic: Whenever I ask readers what the number one thing holding them back from traveling is, I almost always get the same answer: money. This problem — and how to overcome it — is my most asked question. “Matt, I don’t […]
Digital nomads use technology to work from anywhere in the world—and I’m proud to count myself among the digital nomads. All I need is a fast internet connection, a productive workspace, and a good cup of coffee, and I can take on the day whether I’m in a beach town in Costa Rica or a […]
People always ask me for tips on how to be nomadic, like it’s a secret society. But here’s the truth: most people could do it—they just haven’t figured out how to start. For me, it began with a feeling. I lived in the same place for years, working a job that didn’t inspire me, and […]
In an era where work knows no bounds and adventure beckons from around the globe, finding digital nomad visas for 2024 has become a tantalizing reality for many. The allure of remote working from unfamiliar locations, immersing oneself in diverse cultures, and embracing the freedom of the open road has captivated the hearts and minds […]
Hey adventurers, it’s Atypical Vagabond here. Let me share my personal take on this topic: Before I first went traveling in 2006, I had these expectations in my head based on nothing but my imagination and popular culture. My trip was going to be a nonstop adventure filled with colorful and exciting people. Crazy things […]
Hey adventurers, it’s Atypical Vagabond here. Let me share my personal take on this topic: Time. There just never seems to be enough of it. It always seems to move too fast (and, every year, it seems to just move faster). Time is something people always tell me they don’t have enough of and is […]
When I first arrived in Portugal, I was captivated by how seamlessly this country blends its rich history with modern vibrancy. Nestled in the southwest corner of the Iberian Peninsula, Portugal is bordered by Spain to the east and embraced by the Atlantic Ocean along its western and southern coasts. This prime location has shaped […]
Heading to Portugal? These essential European Portuguese phrases will help you order food, ask for directions, navigate hotels, handle emergencies, and understand what locals may say back.
Traveling can feel like a thrilling adventure or absolute chaos—usually depending on how well you’ve packed. Trust me, I’ve learned this lesson the hard way. Like when I landed in North Dakota without gloves or warm socks (in December!), or when I arrived in Costa Rica with no insect repellent, mosquitoes feasted on me like […]
