Moving abroad for an extended period of time has many bureaucratic steps that need to be observed. This is particularly true when the expatriate has to overstay their tourist visa, which is typically around ninety days on average. Where this process gets complicated is that expats then have to explore their prospective options of being able to stay legally in …
Great Escape Monthly Review: September 2016
September was another whirlwind month of travel. I started the month in the Northern Territory and finished the month in Melbourne after traveling to two states and two territories. I saw heaps of amazing wildlife from wild horses to kangaroos to wild koala bears on the Great Ocean Road. Australia’s natural biodiversity never stops surprising me. As much as I …
Six Months and Counting… The Fear of Turning 30
September 8th has come and gone. Usually, that date doesn’t mean much to me. It’s just another random day in September. But, this year, it has a whole new meaning. It marks the six-month countdown until my 30th birthday. During my college years I worked at my local ski mountain teaching ski lessons and volunteering on the ski patrol. I …
Great Escape Monthly Review: August 2016
August was a whirlwind month that just flew by way too soon. After being in one place for a few months, I welcomed movement and travel back into my world. I packed up my socks and t-shirts and hit the road. Over the course of 31 days, I flew over 22,000 miles and sat in a bus and car for …
Reflections: On Coming Home After 8 Months on the Road
I’m still slightly lost for words on how I feel coming home after eight months traveling and living abroad. Before I left Australia, I had mixed feelings about going home. There was a large part of me that told me to skip my flight. But, then I thought of my dog. Gosh, I miss my little furball! I spent three …
Everything You Need to Know About Getting a Working Holiday Visa to Australia
Have you ever dreamed of working abroad? Many countries offer special work visas for young people across the globe. Depending on your nationality and age, you may qualify of one of these work visas that could change your life forever. One of the most popular countries in the world to work and play is Australia. I mean, who doesn’t want …
Dating Abroad: Tales from Sydney
It was late. The bar was closing, and it was time to head back. The others went ahead as we casually strolled under the stars with our arms around each other’s waist. Perhaps it was because we each drank a little too much wine with dinner. Or maybe it was a little chemistry. He was a handsome stranger with gorgeous …