Our plan for the next phase of life is all about slow travel around the world, probably beginning in Southeast Asia. However, this means living like a local, not living in hotels. At the moment, it seems the best option for travel is Airbnb. It gives us a sense of security for the financial transaction, fixing problems with renters in a foreign country, and dealing with the language barriers. Airbnb also provides an option for a kitchen so we...
Yes, you can fly from Panama City to David and then take a taxi to Boquete. But, where is the fun in that? More to the point, if you are looking to try slow travel, this is a great way to learn to do it. In summary:$15.25 per person and 8 hrs to David. Tickets purchased at Albrook station.$2 per person and 45 minutes from David to Boquete. Payment when you get off the bus.An amazing way to view the real Panama.The return trip to Panama City is...
This summer (2023) we are planning our next trial run in preparation for the next phase of life. We plan to radically downsize once our son heads off to college. At that point I'll retire from technology sales, we will sell, donate, or get rid of virtually everything (save a few items put into storage) and spend several years, perhaps even decades, traveling around the world. At least, that's the plan. It's an early, retirement reimagined.In...
Our plan is to retire at age 50 when DJ graduates high school. At that point we want to be unencumbered and travel the world in retirement. Specifically, we plan to slow travel from place top place, beginning in Southeast Asia. Doing so, however, requires short term rentals. Enter living in an Airbnb (or similar). So, this idea brings us to our month long "test" on Cape Cod, Massachusetts to try our hand at living in a small short-term rental....
We've always planned far in advance. We focused on getting to the comfortable retirement that modern America tells us we should want. Retire about 65ish. Enjoy the second home. Travel.
But what happens when you get the American Dream early and discover that's not what you want? That the modern American Dream is not only unsatisfying but actually makes you feel trapped.
That big house the bank tells you that you can afford (so you get it). And...
