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In my vlog, I show you where I'm living, what I'm doing, how I'm feeling, and share lifestyle tips and tricks.

This is the Best Way to Visit Newfoundland

Last Updated: October 26, 2020

How Best to Visit Newfoundland

In this article I discuss the best way to visit Newfoundland (spoiler alert: it’s by boat), along with insights into the history, language, and culture of Newfoundland.

Filed Under: Canada, Vlog

My Travel Capsule Wardrobe: Best Wrinkle Free Travel Clothes for Women

Last Updated: February 13, 2021

My Anatomie Travel Capsule Wardrobe: Best Wrinkle Free Travel Clothes for Women

In this article I dissect what makes for the best wrinkle free travel clothes for women, as inspired by a capsule wardrobe challenge by Anatomie Travel Clothes. I took two tiny packing cubes of clothes and traveled ULTRAlight. Here’s what happened!

Filed Under: travel gear, travel planning, Vlog

My Search for the Perfect Travel Sandal

Last Updated: November 12, 2020

The Perfect Travel Sandal, revealed!

I’ve spent years searching for the perfect travel sandal balancing fashion and multi-function; read this post and learn from my mistakes!

Filed Under: travel gear, Vlog

How to Find an Apartment in Chiang Mai: A Step-by-Step Guide

Last Updated: November 6, 2020

how to find an apartment in Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is well set up for digital nomads to spend a few months at a time enjoying its cheap comforts and luxuries. Here are step-by-step instructions for how to find an apartment in Chiang Mai quickly and easily.

Filed Under: Thailand, Video Clips, Vlog

Traveling on the Deccan Odyssey (Pt 3): Palaces, Caves, and Bollywood!

Last Updated: March 20, 2021

Deccan Odyssey Pt 3 Palaces, Caves, and Bollywood

Join me for my last few days aboard the Deccan Odyssey luxury train, chillin with the maharaj at Laxmi Vilas palace, singing in Ellora Caves, and even trying out some Bollywood moves!

Filed Under: India, Video Clips, Vlog

Udaipur India, with the Deccan Odyssey Luxury Train

Last Updated: March 23, 2021

Udaipur India - as seen from the city palace via the Deccan Odyssey train

Traveling with the Deccan Odyssey is more than just a luxury train ride; it’s like a cruise on rails, except better. Here’s what we did in Udaipur India – a full itinerary of impossibly cool activities.

Filed Under: India, Video Clips, Vlog

Touring India’s Deccan Odyssey: Most Luxurious Train in the World!

Last Updated: March 20, 2021

Touring the Deccan Odyssey - the most luxurious train in the world

What does the most luxurious train in the world look like? It’s epic. Join me on the Deccan Odyssey in India, for the ride of a lifetime! I even take you on a full video tour of the joint. You won’t believe your eyes when you see what this train has on board.

Filed Under: India, Video Clips, Vlog

Acclimatizing to India, In Jaipur (Vlog Ep. 29)

Last Updated: November 6, 2020

Acclimatizing to India in Jaipur

Despite being totally freaked out about my first trip to India, I had a pretty soft landing in Jaipur. Join me on my adventures landing in the lap of luxury, then walking through the famous Pink City of Jaipur India!

Filed Under: India, Video Clips, Vlog

Ubud Mashup (Vlog Ep. 28)

Last Updated: August 16, 2020

looking out over Ubud Bali

This Ubud Mashup is a visual depiction of my five weeks in Ubud Bali; walking the streets, eating the foods, and stumbling on a few special surprises.

Filed Under: Indonesia, Video Clips, Vlog

Balinese Cooking 101, Withlocals (Vlog Ep. 27)

Last Updated: August 20, 2020

Balinese Cooking 101

Join me as I take a Balinese Cooking class in Ubud with a lovely mother/daughter duo who share their Balinese cooking and family secrets with me!

Filed Under: Indonesia, Video Clips, Vlog

My Monkey Forest Commute in Ubud (Vlog Ep. 26)

Last Updated: September 23, 2020

laughing monkey at the Ubud Monkey Forest

CUTE MONKEY ALERT! I had to walk through the Sacred Monkey Forest in Ubud all the time during my first month in Bali. Here’s why people thought I was crazy for doing it. Oh – and see pics and vid of cute monkeys!

Filed Under: Indonesia, Video Clips, Vlog

Ubud Market: How to Negotiate (Vlog Ep. 25)

Last Updated: November 11, 2020

Ubud Market

The Ubud Market in Bali is a maze of vendors selling wares useful to beautiful to tacky as hell. Walk through with me and learn how (and why) to negotiate.

Filed Under: Indonesia, Video Clips, Vlog

Why I Evacuated From Bali (Vlog, Ep. 24)

Last Updated: August 16, 2020

Why I Evacuated From Bali

At the end of Sept 2017 I evacuated from Bali; Mt Agung threatens to erupt any moment. Here’s why I evacuated, and maybe overreacted, but stand by my decision.

Filed Under: Indonesia, Video Clips, Vlog

Hong Kong Mashup (VLOG Ep. 23)

Last Updated: January 16, 2021

Hong Kong

Here’s what brought me to Hong Kong, why I loved it (to my own surprise), and why I need to return. Short and sweet Hong Kong mashup video included.

Filed Under: China, Video Clips, Vlog

Balinese Painting for the (Not So) Artistically Inclined (Vlog Ep. 22)

Last Updated: September 9, 2020

Balinese Painting Class

I’m a talentless hack as an artist, but I took a Balinese painting class. Watch what happened, and learn about the philosophy behind this beautiful art.

Filed Under: Indonesia, Video Clips, Vlog

Campuhan Ridge Walk in Ubud Bali (Vlog Ep. 21)

Last Updated: November 11, 2020

Campuhan Ridge Walk in Ubud Bali

The Campuhan Ridge Walk is a slice of nature, a mere 10 minute walk from the hectic centre of Ubud. See for yourself in this post (with directions) and vid!

Filed Under: Indonesia, Video Clips, Vlog

A Day-In-The-Life of House-Sitting in Tokyo (VLOG Ep. 20)

Last Updated: September 23, 2020

house-sitting in Tokyo

Feed your inner voyeur and watch this funny video blow-by-blow of a day in the life of me house-sitting in Tokyo. Also, a huge summary of my 7 weeks in Tokyo Japan.

Filed Under: Japan, Life as a full-time traveler, Video Clips, Vlog

Dancing in Kimonos at New Bon Odori in Japan (VLOG Ep. 19)

Last Updated: September 23, 2020

New Bon Odori

Before I knew what was happening, I was in a kimono doing raunchy dance moves with thousands of people, in Tokyo Japan. Welcome to New Bon Odori!

Filed Under: Japan, Video Clips, Vlog

What NOT to Do on Mount Takao in Japan (VLOG Ep. 18)

Last Updated: May 14, 2020

Me on Mount Takao, before it all went wrong

My day on Mount Takao near Tokyo Japan started off delightfully, and ended miserably. Don’t do what I did. Here’s what NOT to do on Mount Takao!

Filed Under: Japan, Video Clips, Vlog

Tokyo’s Robot Restaurant: The Greatest Show Ever (Vlog. Ep. 17)

Last Updated: October 21, 2020

The Robot Restaurant

Why on earth would I go to the Robot Restaurant in Tokyo? Because Anthony Bourdain told me to. And quite frankly, he wasn’t wrong. I’m still laughing!

Filed Under: Japan, Video Clips, Vlog

Owl Cafes in Tokyo, Good or Bad? (Vlog Ep. 16)

Last Updated: August 3, 2020

owl cafes in Tokyo

Owl cafes in Tokyo: I came, I saw, and I’m unsure whether they’re cool. Here’s the good and the bad, along with some food for thought about animal captivity.

Filed Under: Japan, Video Clips, Vlog

Searching for Okonomiyaki in Japan (Vlog Ep. 15)

Last Updated: November 11, 2020

prepared okonomiyaki in Tokyo

I met a friend to go to an okonomiyaki restaurant that was recommended. Good thing the journey is the destination, cuz it took us an hour to find the place!

Filed Under: Japan, Video Clips, Vlog

Adventures Shopping in Tokyo (Vlog Ep. 14)

Last Updated: August 20, 2020

adventures shopping in Tokyo

Shopping in foreign countries is the best sneak peek into the local culture. Join me while I go shopping in Tokyo to a department store and supermarket!

Filed Under: Japan, Video Clips, Vlog

Akihabara? No Thanks. (Vlog Ep. 13)

Last Updated: September 9, 2020

Akihabara Tokyo - I don't get you

Akihabara in Tokyo is where things like anime, manga, maid cafes, and all things otaku are sacrament. I found it a disturbing insight into Japanese society.

Filed Under: Japan, Video Clips, Vlog

Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo Japan (Vlog Ep. 12)

Last Updated: December 19, 2020

Tsukiji Fish Market - shopping in the outer area

Find out why Tsukiji Fish Market is a must-see Tokyo destination, and learn the best way to do it. Then, watch me stroll the market in this week’s vlog!

Filed Under: Japan, Video Clips, Vlog

Life in Japan (Vlog Ep. 11)

Last Updated: September 9, 2020

school kids in Japan

Shortly after arriving in Tokyo, I met up with a friend who lives here and turned on the camera so he could tell me what life in Japan is really like.

Filed Under: Japan, Video Clips, Vlog

Old World Tokyo, in Harmonica Alley

Last Updated: November 5, 2020

Harmonica Alley in Tokyo

Harmonica Alley in the Kichijoji area of Tokyo is combines old-world Japan with a modern cosmopolitain feel. Well worth a visit! Here’s more info and video.

Filed Under: Japan, Video Clips, Vlog

Business Crisis for The Professional Hobo! (Vlog Ep. 9)

Last Updated: July 13, 2020

Business Crisis for The Professional Hobo!

Business Crisis Central at The Professional Hobo! Guess what? Screwing the pooch for the last 3 years has hurt me. Here’s why, and what I’m doing about it:

Filed Under: Life as a full-time traveler, Video Clips, Vlog

Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo – Jumping Into the Deep End (VLOG Ep. 8)

Last Updated: November 11, 2020

Shibuya Crossing Tokyo Japan

Shortly after arriving in Tokyo, I jumped into the deep end by visiting Shibuya crossing: the world’s busiest intersection and an iconic Tokyo experience.

Filed Under: Japan, Video Clips, Vlog

There’s a Huntsman in my Car! (VLOG Ep. 7)

Last Updated: November 21, 2020

huntsman spider on a microwave

In this month’s vlog, I share a story about the huntsman in my car. It’s part comedy, part horror flick, and part metaphysical drama. Have a look!

Filed Under: Australia, Vlog

Traveling Alone as a Woman (VLOG Ep. 6)

Last Updated: May 23, 2020

traveling alone as a woman

Traveling alone – especially as a woman – can be challenging, and more than a bit intimidating. Get tips, experiences, and inspiration in my latest vlog!

Filed Under: Video Clips, Vlog

Peru Travel: Living in Peru vs. USA (Vlog Ep. 5)

Last Updated: June 27, 2020

Peru Travel interview with Aline and Nora Dunn, The Professional Hobo

The Peru travel lifestyle is a very different thing from life in the USA and other western countries. Here are some of the challenges (and gifts) of each, as discussed in this month’s Travel Vlog!

Filed Under: Peru, Video Clips, Vlog

Facing Hardships While Traveling (VLOG Ep. 4)

Last Updated: February 16, 2020

Facing hardships while traveling sucks. I’ve sure had my share of bad stuff happen! In this month’s vlog, I discuss how to deal with hardship on the road.

Filed Under: Vlog

Travel Packing: How (and What) to Pack for Full-Time Travel (Video)

Last Updated: April 28, 2020

travel packing

In this vlog, I show you what I pack for full-time travel – and how I pack it. Learn travel packing tips and techniques, and watch me cram it all in my bag!

Filed Under: Life as a full-time traveler, travel gear, Video Clips, Vlog

Fun Facts you Didn’t Know About The Professional Hobo (Vlog Ep. 2)

Last Updated: May 17, 2020

The Professional Hobo - from her Hollywood days

In this, my 2nd video podcast (“vlog”), I give you 22 random, fun, and curious facts about The Professional Hobo that you probably didn’t know!

Filed Under: Vlog

Stairway to Freedom (Vlog Ep. 1)

Last Updated: October 12, 2020

“Happiness is like an orgasm. Think about it too much and it goes away.” I’m starting to think Freedom works the same way. Here’s my 1st VLOG on this topic!

Filed Under: Ecuador, Vlog

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