Hi, I’m
Marie
I’m a slow traveler and explorer building a life beyond the familiar. I don’t just visit places – I Iive in them, learn from them, and let them change me.
Travel never quite worked the way it was supposed to…
I tried backpacking — it was exciting, spontaneous, and full of incredible moments, but it often felt rushed. One destination blurred into the next.
Then I tried the opposite: saving vacation days for longer trips. But that meant spending most of the year waiting for the next escape.
I loved travel, but neither approach felt right.
Even before leaving the U.S., I was creating adventure wherever I could.
National parks. Ghost hunting. Hidden hot springs. Searching for places that made the world feel bigger than routine.
Adventure isn’t a trip. It’s a way of living.
So I asked myself — if I’m already living this way here, why can’t I do it anywhere?
That’s what led me to slow travel.
How life looks today…
Today, I move between countries every few months, choosing places where I can both live and explore.
Some days look like quiet mornings working from a café. Others are spent hiking, dancing, or chasing new experiences.
I stay long enough to feel grounded — usually 2 to 6 months — so I can experience a place beyond its highlights.
Each destination shapes me in a different way, and this lifestyle lets me continuously evolve while staying rooted in curiosity and adventure.
About this blog…
This blog is where I document what it looks like to build a life around exploration — living in new countries, learning from them, and experiencing them beyond the surface.
Here you’ll find personal stories, practical guides, and the adventures that shape that journey.
Start exploring below 👇🏽
38
COUNTRIES TRAVELED
25
COUNTRIES SOLO’D
8
CITIES LIVED IN
6
CONTINENTS VISITED
Why this matters to me
I believe the world is bigger than the life we’re often told to live. This lifestyle isn’t about escaping, it’s about choosing something more intentional.
If you’ve ever felt the pull to explore more deeply, live differently, or step outside what’s familiar — you’re in the right place.
Follow my journey…
I also document my journey through video — sharing the real experiences behind the places, routines, and adventures.
👉🏽 Watch on Youtube