It is so important to be reminded that the journey is the destination. So many times in life we are looking for something at the end, you know, like that is the only thing that matters. We forget sometimes to stop and smell the roses or enjoy the parts of the trip before we reach the destination. I remember so vividly arriving into Santiago de Compostela that cool October morning…
Category: Travel
Amazoning!
When I decided at the last minute to go through the Amazon on my way from Magical Medellin to Adventurous Machu Picchu, it didn’t actually occur to me that I was going to be IN the Amazon. I know that sounds a bit odd but, with my nomadic non-stop travel lifestyle, it is not unusual because I am always planning some trip or another. And so there I was, in…
800 Days Around the World 11 Times
What would you say if I told you I had been on the road for 800 days? Would you ask me what that means? Would you ask me how the heck that is possible? Would you be jealous? Or feel bad for me? Or just have sooo many questions? Well today marks my 800th consecutive day living out of a suitcase – ok suitcases who am I kidding. I’ve been…
Where have I been?
10 Things I Can’t Have as a Nomad
When I tell people about my adventurous and nomadic life, I get a number of different reactions: either people are enthused or they get tired just listening to my talking about it. In any event, everyone tells me how lucky I am – it might not be for them – but I am lucky to have such a great opportunity. This is an absolute fact. No doubt about it.…
5 Practical, Travel Friendly Health Items for Nomads
5 Practical, Travel Friendly Health Items for Nomads The nomad lifestyle is tough on the mind, body and soul. We carry bags everywhere, sit at cafe tables in bad posture, run through airports, travel on planes and buses surrounded by people in cramped spaces and sleep in all kinds of beds, sometimes not even a bed. There is a reason why so many nomads do yoga across the world –…
6 Mindfulness & Health Apps for Nomads
The nomad lifestyle is tough on the mind, body, and soul. We feel pressure to always be online and connected to our phones, stare at computer screens, live far away from loved ones and often have a desire to capture all our experiences, ideas and encounters. The lifestyle takes a toll and sometimes we feel overwhelmed and sore. To help you manage the nomad lifestyle with ease, I created a…
How Long Have You Had Your Backpack?
I was standing in line ready to check into my flight from Lima to Mexico City, and this guy stepped in line behind me. It was clear from first sight that he was a nomad — not just a backpacker, but a nomad. I took one look at his worn Deuter ACT Trail rucksack and asked, “how long have you had your backpack?” What a strange question, Emma! He didn’t…
Emma’s first podcast experience – Living Unconventionally and then some!
I was recently interviewed by fellow nomad Britany Felix for her awesome podcast Living Unconventionally. I was in the middle of my Japan trip, experiencing an epic cold and negotiating emotions about a recent traumatic experience in my community. I pride myself on being resilient and so instead of putting off the interview, I decided to go with it and lean into my imperfect conditions. Just like my recent speaking…