My Favorite Travel Gear
On a recent trip, my girlfriend kept asking about all of my travel gear because she wanted to copy my setup—which I took as a pretty great compliment! 😊 After years of traveling, I’ve fine-tuned the gear that works best…
Wander with Me
From my journeys to yours—travel inspiration, itinerary ideas, and practical tips from a globe-trotting explorer.
Rails Through Germany: A Journey Across Five Unforgettable Cities
Leaving Luxembourg, I began my journey through Germany with a short train ride to Trier. From there, the route continued to Koblenz before traversing through Bavaria’s storybook towns — Bamberg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, and Würzburg — finally ending in Frankfurt, where I would fly home. Roman Sites Galore…
Luxembourg: Europe’s Best-Kept Secret
While scanning a map of Europe for somewhere new to explore near the start of my travels in Germany, Luxembourg quietly caught my attention. I knew little about it beyond its reputation as one of Europe’s smallest—and most expensive—countries. I was surprised…
The Wealth Mindset I Inherited From My Dad
I’ve had a lot of people ask how I retired early. There was no secret formula, sudden windfall, or viral side hustle. What I did have was a long runway, steady habits, and one powerful advantage: I grew up learning…
U.K. Trip, Part IV: Three Days in Glasgow
Glasgow held a lot of surprises for me—in the best way. It may not have Edinburgh’s skyline, but it more than makes up for it with bold creativity, striking Victorian architecture, and a thriving arts scene. The city feels wonderfully authentic—less…
U.K. Trip, Part III: Annual Friend’s Group in Edinburgh
I joined Meetin.org back in 2007, shortly after moving to Austin, Texas, looking to make new friends in a city that was still unfamiliar. It quickly became a wonderful way to connect with people both locally and around the world.…