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A Good Phone Setup for American Full-Time Travelers Abroad
If you are a full-time traveler from the United States heading abroad or living abroad, this setup is perfect for staying connected. All US banks and financial institutions require a phone number from a recognized US carrier that can receive multi factor authentication codes for identity verification and account security. This setup lets you keep …
How to Withdraw Cash in Other Countries with No ATM Fees
ATM fees can add up fast when you travel full-time internationally. After trying a few different banks, the two ATM debit cards that have worked best for me are the Charles Schwab debit card and the Fidelity Cash Management debit card. This post isn’t sponsored. It is just my honest advice from my experience. I’m …
Essential Steps to Take Before Starting Nomadic Life & Full-Time Travel
I travel the world full time, and these are the things I did before I started. You may find this checklist helpful too. Everything below is based on my own personal experience and is not financial, legal, or tax advice. 1. Test This Lifestyle Before Committing Before you make the decision to travel full time, …
My Yellow Pad Weekend
Over the last five years, I have embraced the concept of “The Yellow Pad Weekend” in my life. If you’re not familiar with it, let me explain what it means to me. My Yellow Pad Weekend is a monthly retreat where I escape to a remote area out of town for a weekend. I book …
Credit Cards with International Chip and PIN Capability
If you travel abroad or you plan to travel abroad in the future, then it is time for you to shop for a good Visa or Mastercard credit card that works at the self-service machines/unattended terminals such as train ticket kiosks at some airports and train stations in some countries. You might ask, “Hey wait …
The Most Important Credit Card Benefits to Look for if You Are a Full-Time Traveler
I recently built a tool that shows which card I use for each type of purchase. After that, people started asking me a different question. They wanted to know how I decide whether a card is worth getting in the first place as a full time traveler or nomad. That is what this post is about. …
How to Prime Your Mind for Positive Mental Thoughts
Imagine what a beautiful world we would have if everyone were always happy, thankful, and had positive thoughts all the time. Imagine how wonderful our society would be if everyone tried to do what they could to make others’ life better. Imagine how happy you would be if you were surrounded by happy people. Imagine …
How to Become a Valuable Employee in the Marketplace
Most wealthy people own their businesses and work for themselves. They use their talents and skills to build their business empires. They constantly pursue more revenue, efficiency, and productivity. They work hard, think critically, and take significant risks while making sacrifices along the way. They are always hungry for creative ways to acquire and retain …
More Success Comes After Low Expectations
Life seems so simple and enjoyable when we have low expectations. High expectations sometimes lead to a lack of motivation and failure to achieve goals. Low expectations, on the other hand, make things more realistic and generate high motivation that helps people reach their goals. Last month, I sat down with a bright 22-year-old woman …