Week in Palm Springs, California + quick drive through Arizona

Hello from sunny California! It feels so good to be back after 9 months! After an awesome time in Albuquerque, New Mexico, we drove through Arizona and Southern California, and then we settled in Palm Springs for Joe to work during the week. The drive through Arizona was interesting and diverse – Arizona was more … More Week in Palm Springs, California + quick drive through Arizona

West Texas + underrated Albuquerque feat. my brother visiting!

We are back on the road! I can’t believe we already tackled one week of our 2-week move from Dallas to SF. In a short amount of time, we’ve created so many great memories. Joe started his job remotely, so we’re driving on weekends and staying in one town on weekdays. Last week, that meant … More West Texas + underrated Albuquerque feat. my brother visiting!

3 theme parks + 1 rocket launch in Orlando, Florida

Hey friends! I’m currently writing from Orlando, Florida, where Joe and I spent the last 2 weeks. We are LOVING Florida and its hot and steamy climate, which is perfect for our RV road trip as we’re approaching winter. After boon-docking in scenic Pensacola, we headed towards central Florida and had a complete 180 in … More 3 theme parks + 1 rocket launch in Orlando, Florida

Coastal hikes, forts, and semi boon-docking in Pensacola, Florida

The last 5 days, Joe and I took our RV to Pensacola – the first of several stops in Florida. This stop was so relaxing and unique, as we were in a remote campground and ended up “semi-boon docking.” Boon-docking is when you don’t have all the hookups that are usually provided at RV parks. … More Coastal hikes, forts, and semi boon-docking in Pensacola, Florida

Reflecting on my gap year: solo traveling in South & Southeast Asia

Hello! I’m writing to you all from Dallas, Texas, where Joe and I are settling into our brand-new trailer. Now that I’m back, I wanted to take some time to reflect on my gap year travels… This year, I quit my job and backpacked solo in 7 countries for a total of 6 months (Singapore, … More Reflecting on my gap year: solo traveling in South & Southeast Asia

Vietnam days 28-29: last days in Ho Chi Minh City + Vietnam reflection

Last Vietnam post! And also my last Asia gap year post…going to save all the emotions for another day. 😉 My final chapter of Vietnam took place in bustling Ho Chi Minh City (also called Saigon locally). My time here was short (a little over 24 hours), but I made sure to make the most … More Vietnam days 28-29: last days in Ho Chi Minh City + Vietnam reflection