Living in Mexico on a budget
“They” say life is cheap in Mexico, affordable, you can easily live of a 1000 bucks in a city like Puerto Vallarta, Tulum, or Merida, some of those high-end tourist destinations. Is that true? Let’s talk about living in Mexico…
Digital Nomads are always on the beach
One of the many prejudices I encounter in my nomad life is that we guys (and girls) are always on the beach or on some mountaintop doing some awesome stuff. After all, we only have to work 4 hours a…
Applying for a visa at the Philippine Embassy in the Netherlands
I knew upfront that I was going to stay in the Philippines longer than the free tourist visa on arrival would allow. When entering the Philippines as a holder of a Dutch passport, you are granted a 30 days visa upon…
Moving abroad to start a new life
Dreaming of starting a new life abroad is daring. The thought of leaving everything behind and starting over, a second chance, a new beginning is appealing to many people under many different circumstances. Floating Coconut Website offers help. The website…
I moved house and got my Motorbike!!
Moving to Mexico has been a big challenge when it comes to patience. When I left the Philippines I had no idea I would be on a motorbike for 2 years. Two years ago I roamed the streets of Rome,…
Why you need to be a Tourist in your Home Country
Some questions popped in about becoming a digital nomad and/or starting a travel blog. This inspired me to write a blog post to answer them all at once. It is a huge step to burn all your bridges and start…
Women Traveling Alone
People ask me if I’m not afraid of travelling as a single woman or living in a foreign country all alone. Well, for me it is a little bit different of course because I will be travelling with my son…
The most important reason for emigration
Moving abroad happens for lots of reasons and they are all very private and personal. Some people move to make a new start, others to get away from a situation that seems unchangeable, and again others because they are retiring.…
Are you going back home due to Corona Virus?
While Mexico is working hard to prevent the pandemic from hitting the country, I struggle in my own little world with isolation, disappointing business results for weeks and questions from readers. And two questions keep reappearing. Wouldn’t you be rather…
10 things to keep in mind when planning your 2020 Vacation?
With a world that is on lockdown, there are people that need a ray of hope, and they create that ray by looking at vacation spots to visit for the next summer vacation or autumn break. Nothing wrong with that.…
The ultimate Digital Nomad Checklist
Are you planning on becoming a digital nomad and leaving your home country for good to travel to remote work in the most exciting locations of this world? Check out this Nomad Checklist before you set off. It is an…
5 Important questions about Emigration
How often we wonder if a new country would offer us more happiness? We all love to dream, but only a few actually make those dreams come true and move abroad to find a better life. For those thinking about…
Expat or Immigrant what is the Difference?
When moving to another country the question might pop up in your mind or in conversations about what you really are, an Expat, like so many Americans say they are, or an immigrant. In Europe, where I come from, the…
What’s in my Backpack in 2019?
In 2015 I wrote: People often ask me if I will ship my stuff overseas. Simple answer: no I will not ship my stuff. I will be living as a nomad: backpack and shoulder bag only. I’ve decided to buy…
How to travel between Florence and Pisa in Italy
Italy is a marvellous country to travel by train, just like the rest of Europe by the way. And it is very affordable as well. So if you have time I recommend you give it a go. You feast your…
Do I need a visa travelling to Malaysia
Malaysia understands that tourism can make a country blossom. The effect of tourism on the local economy can be huge due to the money tourists spent during their stay. Providing a good infrastructure and maintaining tourist hotspots in tip-top shape…
