How to Handle Life on the Road

Long term travel is one of the most exciting, interesting, and learning experiences a person can do in their lifetime. It makes you a far more well adjusted person, more open minded, independent, and confident. But spending extended time on the road has its ups and downs. It’s not all rainbows and unicorns (but it mostly is!). Below you will find all my advice on how to be prepared for life on the road and all that goes along with it. (This advice might also be handy even if you’re not going around the world!)

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