WHO ARE WE?
The Traveler In Us
Our story began long before our backpacking journey around the world did. From high school friends, to lovers, to a married couple, we have lived over a decade and a half as part of each other’s stories.
In 2016 we began traveling internationally and completely fell in love with the diversity this world and its people offer. From then on we made it a mission to do a big “two week” trip at least once a year to a place we had not been before. This became one of the special moments we worked hard and looked forward to yearly, and it never disappointed. Given that those adventures always left us wanting to see more than what we could fit in our two week time frame, we decided at some point it would be nice to try something new. To not be limited by what we were told was enough of a vacation or exploration. So, in 2022 after a few years of mental preparation, building careers we both loved, and enduring unexpected world crisis related delays, we finally quit our jobs and began to travel the world full time. This required leaving our home, families, friends, lifestyle, and certainties behind. Though there was a lot in our life that allowed us to make it happen, none of it involved winning the lottery or being handed a golden ticket to do it. Instead, it took a lot of support, along with the desire, drive, and belief that we could make it happen.
Has the trip lived up to your expectation? Safe to say, the journey since has been beyond anything we could have ever imagined. The world and people we meet continue to surprise and inspire us each and every day. Turns out, a lot of people from all corners of the world are working hard to make sure they too get to live their dreams, instead of just wishing for them. It has been incredible to witness it all.
Will you travel full time forever? Though the journey of traveling full time will eventually come to an end, our love and longing for travel will remain. The memories we have collected will be locked in our mental vault, along with tons of hard drives filled with photos and videos we may or may never use, but will have to look back on forever.
What is the purpose of the blog? Our hope is that by sharing some of what we know can inspire more people to travel and live the life of their dreams. Because we believe that you too no matter how young or old (we have seen it all) are capable and deserving of doing so.
I was born in Brazil, but moved to the United States with my family when I was only nine and have lived there since! Prior to traveling full time, I had a career that I loved as a hairstylist for over five years. Since then, my passion for mindfulness and wellness, along with my background in business led me to become a certified life and health coach. Now, I have the privilege to help people live in alignment with their goals and work towards an intentional and fulfilling life.
Growth related conversations make me happy, so do dogs and cats, podcasts, books, yoga, sunsets on the beach, coconuts, being creative, my family and of course – exploring the world with Kelvyn.
Born in the United States, I lived in the Dominican Republic until I was eight. Even after moving back, I continued to spend my summer vacations there with my family. I’ve been a professional barber for almost a decade now, enjoying the art and craft of grooming and talking.
Traveling and exploring different places and cultures are among my passions. My hobbies include listening to music in various genres and languages, flying my drone, and perfecting my napping skills – I can sleep practically anywhere, anytime. I also enjoy playing video games, trying new foods, and watching anime. As long as a friend is around, I’m down for anything!
May The Traveler In Us inspire the traveler in YOU.
