When I created my five-year travel plan (five years ago), Brazil was supposed to be the final trip. I thought working at the World Cup and living in Rio de Janeiro would be the perfect climax to all my Latin America adventures. From there, I’d return to the States, start the next business, find a … Continued
Join the growing list of brands like Progressive, Wells Fargo, and HomeAway, who are “Traveling Deeper” with Tourist2Townie.com. From full-scale video production to writing, photography, and social media, I partner with brands who want to create authentic travel content. ————————————————————————————————————————————– Tourist2Townie.com was established in October, 2009, and focuses on slow, meaningful travel. The goal is not … Continued
Boasting 10,000km of coastline, it’s really no surprise that Mexico is a popular holiday spot among worshippers of the sun, sand and sea. While enjoying coastal vacations in this idyllic part of the world, you can experience soft, white beaches and crystal clear waters. Some areas are particularly renowned for their beautiful beaches. So, if … Continued
Last week I turned 28 years old and like many people, my birthday was met with a lot of reflection and evaluation about life. I was talking with my cousin who called to wish me a happy birthday and during our conversation, he helped me put things into perspective. Out of the blue he says, “well, … Continued
After 3 months of traveling through Ecuador and Peru, I’ve arrived in Sucre, Bolivia where I will begin my next townie mission. As I get settled here in Sucre, I finally have a chance to catch my breath and reflect on what the hell happened this year. 2011 served up an overdose of adventure, uncertainty … Continued
MISSION #1 : ARGENTINA – Learn Spanish & Find a Job in Buenos Aires On October 1st, 2009 I touched down in Buenos Aires, Argentina. With zero knowledge of language, local contacts or scheduled plan, this was my first my Tourist 2 Townie Mission – To learn Spanish and find a local job in Buenos Aires. These … Continued
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