INTENTIONAL LIVING
SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL

INTENTIONAL LIVING
SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL

Actionable tips, practical advice and honest opinions. From a couple that walks the talk.

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This list was created as a result of more than seven years of full-time travel around the world in all seasons with only carry-on luggage.

Paul and Sandra in Iceland and Australia

About Us

Hi there, we are Paul and Sandra, a Gen X couple passionate about life and our beautiful planet. Location-independent since 2016, we share what it takes to

create a simpler, more sustainable and balanced life, and
travel affordably in a more authentic and respectful way.

Come and join us and experience more (of life and our world)
by living with less (stuff/distractions/waste)
and choosing better (that is, ethically and sustainably).

Latest Posts

Red Whale Review: What it's like on a day trip around Komodo National Park

Komodo National Park Guide 2024: How to visit and what to expect

Exploring Portugal

How much does it cost to explore Portugal?

Exploring Indonesia

Travel Money: How much to budget for your Indonesian adventure?

Exploring Montenegro

Offbeat Travel Itinerary: How to spend 3 magical days in the Bay of Kotor

Exploring Morocco

Discover Moroccan street food safely with this Marrakech food tour powered by Eatwith

Exploring Indonesia

After a sustainable hiking adventure off the beaten path? Join Green Rinjani

Exploring Indonesia

The best hikes on Mt Rinjani no one tells you about

Exploring Indonesia

After a unique cooking class in Lombok? Head to Anggrek Putih

Exploring Indonesia

Top 8 Western-Style Breakfast Spots for Early Risers in/around Kraton/Yogyakarta

Exploring Indonesia

Overnight train Yogyakarta to Malang: What to expect and how to book

Exploring Indonesia

How to experience the Ramayana Ballet Prambanan - An Insider's Guide

Exploring Indonesia

Borobudur Guide 2024: How to visit the Temple as an Independent Traveller

Essential resources and clever tools to boost your small / remote business

Pack Like a Pro: The Ultimate Carry-on Essentials for Female Travellers

Discover the Joy of Minimalist Travel: The Ultimate Carry-on Packing List for Men

Essential Travel Planning Tools for Responsible, Budget-Minded Independent Travellers

Exploring Japan

Travel Budget Japan: How much it costs and how to save

Exploring Slovenia

How much does it cost to explore Slovenia?

Roam Responsibly

How to Choose The Best Foreign Language School Abroad

Exploring Japan

Unwind and recharge with a (multi)day trip to the stunning Kerama Islands

Exploring Japan

3-Day Naha/Okinawa itinerary: Off-beat (winter) adventures in the South of Japan

Exploring Japan

No single-use: How to limit your plastic waste as a traveller in Japan

Exploring Japan

Nakasendo Hiking Adventures: Your Ultimate Travel Guide for Japan's Historic Postal Trail

Exploring Japan

Ready to hike the Nakasendo? Here are the best itineraries for 1, 2 and 3 days

Exploring Portugal

Lisbon + Sintra: 9 low-cost experiences you won’t find in every guidebook

Exploring St Vincent and the Grenadines

Explore St Vincent and the Grenadines as an independent traveller

Exploring Japan

Beyond the famous beef: How to spend 24 hours in Kobe

Exploring Japan

Nara's hidden treasures: A 1-3 day itinerary for the offbeat traveller

Exploring Japan

One Day in Himeji: The Perfect Itinerary for First-Timers

Exploring Japan

Experience the Best of Hiroshima and Miyajima in Three Days

Exploring Portugal

One Day in Porto: An itinerary that will make you fall in love with this city

Exploring Croatia

Five simple tips to avoid the tourist crowds in Dubrovnik

Exploring Croatia

The best views over Dubrovnik and where to catch them (largely) for free

Exploring Spain

How much does it cost to hike the Camino de Santiago AND then explore Barcelona?

How to protect your personal data and avoid online identity fraud

Exploring Slovenia

One week in Western Slovenia: Cool things to see and do beyond Lake Bled

Exploring Trinidad and Tobago

How much does it cost to explore Trinidad and Tobago?

How much money do you need to travel?

Exploring Japan

Kumano Kodo/Nakahechi Route: Choose your perfect self-guided itinerary from 2 to 5 days

Exploring Japan

Budget like a pro: How much does it cost to hike the Kumano Kodo?

Exploring Japan

Kumano Kodo Guide: All you need to know to hike Japan's ancient pilgrimage trails

What to do if you are robbed while travelling

10 Essential Travel Safety Tips for the Independent Traveller

Roam Responsibly

How to explore the Caribbean independently and affordably

Exploring Slovenia

48 Hours in Ljubljana: The perfect getaway for history and nature lovers

Exploring Curaçao

How much does it cost to explore Curaçao?

Exploring Montenegro

Cetinje, Montenegro: Why you should visit and what not to miss

Exploring Lithuania

Discover the Baltics: One week in Lithuania

Roam Responsibly

Three weeks in the Baltics – An itinerary for independent travellers

Roam Responsibly

12 Things you should know before you visit the Baltics

Roam Responsibly

80 inspiring travel movies that bring the world to you

Exploring Japan

Discover Japan's Winter Magic: Comprehensive Guide to the 2025 Sapporo Snow Festival

Exploring Japan

21 surprising things about Japan - Know before you go

Exploring Croatia

How much does it cost to explore Croatia?

Exploring Estonia

How much does it cost to explore Estonia?

Exploring Lithuania

How much does it cost to explore Lithuania?

Exploring Nicaragua

Nicaragua: León or Granada – Take your pick

Exploring Slovenia

More than a day trip: How to experience Lake Bled without the tourist crowds

Exploring St Vincent and the Grenadines

How much does it cost to explore St Vincent and the Grenadines?

Exploring Slovenia

A food journey through (Western) Slovenia

Exploring Slovenia

How to explore the Julian Alps in 3 days: An itinerary for first-timers

How to have a delightful short-term rental experience: Key tips for guests and hosts

Exploring Estonia

Discover the Baltics: One week in Estonia

Exploring Croatia

Plitvice Lakes – Your ultimate guide to beat the crowds and find the best trails

How to travel (more) responsibly: Sustainable Travel 101

My Minimalist Travel Running Gear: Your Essential Guide

Unearth What Matters

Eight reasons why travel makes you a better person

How to make your travel dreams come true

Exploring Greece

Vioma organic farm visit: Get a taste of the real Mykonos

Exploring Croatia

Three gorgeous, less crowded and more affordable alternatives to Dubrovnik

Curated Money Tips for Independent Travellers

Van Life: How much it cost us to get started

Important basics for a safe road trip around New Zealand

Exploring New Zealand

18 Must-Have Travel Apps for your New Zealand Road Trip

Travel Planning Tools

The ins and outs of touring New Zealand: Tales of a local guide

Exploring New Zealand

New Zealand Highlights: What to see and do on the North Island

Exploring New Zealand

New Zealand Highlights: What to see and do on the South Island

Exploring New Zealand

Your Ultimate New Zealand Road Trip Itinerary

Van Life Essentials: Key fixtures and fittings for your campervan

Exploring New Caledonia

New Caledonia: How expensive is it really, and why is it worth visiting?

Exploring Latvia

Discover the Baltics: One week in Latvia

Van Life Essentials: The minimalist’s packing list for your campervan travels

Exploring New Zealand

Van Life: How much does it cost to explore New Zealand?

Travel Planning Tools

Campervan relocations: What to expect and are they worthwhile?

Travel Planning Tools

Want to get away from it all? Check out these unique, eco-friendly destinations

How to withdraw cash when travelling overseas

What bank fees can you expect when travelling overseas?

Which card/s to use when you travel overseas

How to exchange cash for your overseas trip

Exploring Latvia

How much does it cost to explore Latvia?

Work From Anywhere

Mail Forwarding New Zealand / Australia: How to get mail when you travel

Unearth What Matters

Digitise your old photos, negatives and documents with this step-by-step guide

Exploring Montenegro

How much does it really cost to explore Montenegro?

Exploring Montenegro

Highlights of Montenegro (without a car) – Travel guide and 14-day itinerary

Roam Responsibly

Traditional food and drinks you must try when visiting the Baltics

Exploring Croatia

Visit Krka without the crowds (or a car) – Sustainable Travel Advice

Exploring Bosnia and Herzegovina

Never forget Srebrenica: A visitor guide to the Genocide Memorial

Work From Anywhere

Will long-term travel hurt your career prospects?

Work From Anywhere

What is cheaper: to travel full-time or live in an expensive city like Sydney?

Reflecting on a life of travel – An interview with Nomadic Matt

Roam Responsibly

Embrace your own Way: How to walk the Camino (Portuguese) in shorter stages

Roam Responsibly

How much does it really cost to walk the Camino de Santiago?

Exploring Spain

Resting in Santiago: 5 tips for a gentle transition to post-Camino life

Exploring Spain

15 things we wish we had known before walking the Camino de Santiago

Dental tourism: How to find the best dentist and why consider Türkiye

Travel Planning Tools

Bar Belgrade Railway: One of the coolest (and most affordable) train trips in Europe

Popular Posts

Exploring Montenegro

Highlights of Montenegro (without a car) – Travel guide and 14-day itinerary

Exploring Montenegro

How much does it really cost to explore Montenegro?

Exploring New Caledonia

New Caledonia: How expensive is it really, and why is it worth visiting?

Exploring Japan

Kumano Kodo/Nakahechi Route: Choose your perfect self-guided itinerary from 2 to 5 days

Exploring Spain

15 things we wish we had known before walking the Camino de Santiago

Exploring Japan

Discover Japan's Winter Magic: Comprehensive Guide to the 2025 Sapporo Snow Festival

Exploring Japan

Nakasendo Hiking Adventures: Your Ultimate Travel Guide for Japan's Historic Postal Trail

Work From Anywhere

Mail Forwarding New Zealand / Australia: How to get mail when you travel

Essential Travel Planning Tools for Responsible, Budget-Minded Independent Travellers

Exploring Indonesia

Overnight train Yogyakarta to Malang: What to expect and how to book

Exploring Croatia

Five simple tips to avoid the tourist crowds in Dubrovnik

Exploring Japan

One Day in Himeji: The Perfect Itinerary for First-Timers

Exploring Morocco

Discover Moroccan street food safely with this Marrakech food tour powered by Eatwith

Exploring Indonesia

Borobudur Guide 2024: How to visit the Temple as an Independent Traveller

Roam Responsibly

Embrace your own Way: How to walk the Camino (Portuguese) in shorter stages

Exploring Lithuania

Discover the Baltics: One week in Lithuania

Exploring Japan

Kumano Kodo Guide: All you need to know to hike Japan's ancient pilgrimage trails

Travel Planning Tools

Campervan relocations: What to expect and are they worthwhile?

Exploring Slovenia

More than a day trip: How to experience Lake Bled without the tourist crowds

Travel Planning Tools

Bar Belgrade Railway: One of the coolest (and most affordable) train trips in Europe

Exploring Japan

Travel Budget Japan: How much it costs and how to save

Exploring Japan

Nara's hidden treasures: A 1-3 day itinerary for the offbeat traveller

Discover the Joy of Minimalist Travel: The Ultimate Carry-on Packing List for Men

Exploring Japan

Ready to hike the Nakasendo? Here are the best itineraries for 1, 2 and 3 days

Exploring Montenegro

Cetinje, Montenegro: Why you should visit and what not to miss

Exploring Latvia

How much does it cost to explore Latvia?

Exploring Latvia

Discover the Baltics: One week in Latvia

Essential resources and clever tools to boost your small / remote business

Exploring Japan

Budget like a pro: How much does it cost to hike the Kumano Kodo?

Roam Responsibly

Three weeks in the Baltics – An itinerary for independent travellers

Exploring Estonia

Discover the Baltics: One week in Estonia

How to withdraw cash when travelling overseas

Exploring Japan

3-Day Naha/Okinawa itinerary: Off-beat (winter) adventures in the South of Japan

Exploring Portugal

One Day in Porto: An itinerary that will make you fall in love with this city

Exploring Indonesia

How to experience the Ramayana Ballet Prambanan - An Insider's Guide

Exploring Slovenia

How to explore the Julian Alps in 3 days: An itinerary for first-timers

Roam Responsibly

80 inspiring travel movies that bring the world to you

Exploring Indonesia

Travel Money: How much to budget for your Indonesian adventure?

Exploring Croatia

The best views over Dubrovnik and where to catch them (largely) for free

Exploring Croatia

Three gorgeous, less crowded and more affordable alternatives to Dubrovnik

Exploring Indonesia

Top 8 Western-Style Breakfast Spots for Early Risers in/around Kraton/Yogyakarta

Pack Like a Pro: The Ultimate Carry-on Essentials for Female Travellers

Exploring Indonesia

The best hikes on Mt Rinjani no one tells you about

Exploring Japan

Experience the Best of Hiroshima and Miyajima in Three Days

Exploring Croatia

Plitvice Lakes – Your ultimate guide to beat the crowds and find the best trails

Exploring New Zealand

18 Must-Have Travel Apps for your New Zealand Road Trip

My Minimalist Travel Running Gear: Your Essential Guide

Exploring Spain

Resting in Santiago: 5 tips for a gentle transition to post-Camino life

Exploring Slovenia

A food journey through (Western) Slovenia

How much money do you need to travel?

Exploring Japan

Unwind and recharge with a (multi)day trip to the stunning Kerama Islands

Exploring Slovenia

One week in Western Slovenia: Cool things to see and do beyond Lake Bled

Exploring Indonesia

After a unique cooking class in Lombok? Head to Anggrek Putih

Exploring Lithuania

How much does it cost to explore Lithuania?

Roam Responsibly

How much does it really cost to walk the Camino de Santiago?

Exploring Slovenia

How much does it cost to explore Slovenia?

Van Life Essentials: The minimalist’s packing list for your campervan travels

Exploring Indonesia

After a sustainable hiking adventure off the beaten path? Join Green Rinjani

Exploring Japan

Beyond the famous beef: How to spend 24 hours in Kobe

What bank fees can you expect when travelling overseas?

Which card/s to use when you travel overseas

Exploring Bosnia and Herzegovina

Never forget Srebrenica: A visitor guide to the Genocide Memorial

Exploring Croatia

Visit Krka without the crowds (or a car) – Sustainable Travel Advice

Exploring Estonia

How much does it cost to explore Estonia?

How to exchange cash for your overseas trip

Exploring New Zealand

Van Life: How much does it cost to explore New Zealand?

Exploring Croatia

How much does it cost to explore Croatia?

Exploring Nicaragua

Nicaragua: León or Granada – Take your pick

How to travel (more) responsibly: Sustainable Travel 101

Exploring Slovenia

48 Hours in Ljubljana: The perfect getaway for history and nature lovers

Roam Responsibly

How to explore the Caribbean independently and affordably

Exploring St Vincent and the Grenadines

How much does it cost to explore St Vincent and the Grenadines?

Exploring Japan

No single-use: How to limit your plastic waste as a traveller in Japan

How to make your travel dreams come true

Exploring Portugal

How much does it cost to explore Portugal?

Exploring Montenegro

Offbeat Travel Itinerary: How to spend 3 magical days in the Bay of Kotor

Unearth What Matters

Digitise your old photos, negatives and documents with this step-by-step guide

Work From Anywhere

What is cheaper: to travel full-time or live in an expensive city like Sydney?

Roam Responsibly

Traditional food and drinks you must try when visiting the Baltics

Roam Responsibly

12 Things you should know before you visit the Baltics

What to do if you are robbed while travelling

Dental tourism: How to find the best dentist and why consider Türkiye

Exploring Spain

How much does it cost to hike the Camino de Santiago AND then explore Barcelona?

Exploring Portugal

Lisbon + Sintra: 9 low-cost experiences you won’t find in every guidebook

Exploring St Vincent and the Grenadines

Explore St Vincent and the Grenadines as an independent traveller

Reflecting on a life of travel – An interview with Nomadic Matt

Exploring New Zealand

Your Ultimate New Zealand Road Trip Itinerary

10 Essential Travel Safety Tips for the Independent Traveller

Exploring Trinidad and Tobago

How much does it cost to explore Trinidad and Tobago?

Van Life Essentials: Key fixtures and fittings for your campervan

Roam Responsibly

How to Choose The Best Foreign Language School Abroad

Exploring Greece

Vioma organic farm visit: Get a taste of the real Mykonos

Travel Planning Tools

The ins and outs of touring New Zealand: Tales of a local guide

Unearth What Matters

Eight reasons why travel makes you a better person

Work From Anywhere

Will long-term travel hurt your career prospects?

Van Life: How much it cost us to get started

Exploring Japan

21 surprising things about Japan - Know before you go

Curated Money Tips for Independent Travellers

Exploring New Zealand

New Zealand Highlights: What to see and do on the South Island

Exploring Curaçao

How much does it cost to explore Curaçao?

Exploring New Zealand

New Zealand Highlights: What to see and do on the North Island

Travel Planning Tools

Want to get away from it all? Check out these unique, eco-friendly destinations

How to protect your personal data and avoid online identity fraud

Red Whale Review: What it's like on a day trip around Komodo National Park

Important basics for a safe road trip around New Zealand

How to have a delightful short-term rental experience: Key tips for guests and hosts

Komodo National Park Guide 2024: How to visit and what to expect

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