In a Nutshell
other blog: fabulously broke in the city
minimalist since: 2007 -- why minimalism?
talk to me: contact me here!
current location: canada/usa
home: hotel room
owns: 3 suitcases 2 carryons of stuff
# of items: more than 100!
furniture: 1 japanese futon
works: business consultant
gadgets: macbook pro, ipod touch (pda)
drinks: earl grey cream tea
practices: rebel yoga and de-cluttering
loves: minimalism, $$ management, traveling
quirk: must prep my food before eating
Travel Archive
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5 Tips for Camping with Children
Posted on 19 June , 2013 | 1 CommentIt’s summer, and for me, that means camping. In many ways, camping is the ultimate minimalist vacation. You get out into nature, and you spend time without some of the... -
Do You Listen To Audio Books?
Posted on 14 June , 2013 | 10 CommentsI used to read books about all kinds of different subjects… finance, sports, biographies, history, etc. When I’d do a trip to New York City, one of my favorite stops... -
World’s Largest Swimming Pool?
Posted on 7 June , 2013 | 2 CommentsI don’t know about you, but even as someone who does not feel like I need much in my life, I certainly feel like seeing this resort and swimming pool... -
Tips for Reducing Your Carbon Footprint while Traveling
Posted on 22 May , 2013 | No CommentsOne of the seeming contradictions of living a minimalist lifestyle is the way that travel can increase your carbon footprint. Travel is a regular part of the minimalist lifestyle; since... -
You don’t really need to know the language
Posted on 6 May , 2013 | 1 CommentSome people who learn that I went to any country where they REALLY don’t speak English (or a few broken words), always express amazement at my being able to navigate... -
How Much To Disconnect On Vacations?
Posted on 19 April , 2013 | 3 CommentsI’m pretty excited about my upcoming vacations! In a few days, my wife, baby and I leave for Florida for a few days. It’s nothing exotic but it’ll be our... -
Fashion Icon’s view on Traveling and Packing Light
Posted on 15 April , 2013 | No CommentsHere is Diane von Furstenberg, legendary wrap dress guru to give you some insights on her mindset about traveling. She doesn’t give actual tips about traveling when she speaks, but... -
Traveling matures you
Posted on 11 February , 2013 | 2 CommentsIf you can afford it, traveling is one of those things you should invest in. Yes, I said invest. It is a real investment because you are investing in broadening... -
Everyone should visit China
Posted on 28 January , 2013 | 9 CommentsDisclamer: This is obviously my own personal opinion, but I really felt strongly about China when I was there, so read at your own discretion. I am not posting this... -
A Memorable Trip To Russia
Posted on 14 December , 2012 | 1 CommentToday I wanted to post a few more photos from a trip I did last January when my wife and I went to Russia and Spain. Why would I visit... -
The tourist me and why I don’t care about looking nice when I’m traveling
Posted on 3 December , 2012 | 7 CommentsWhenever I go on vacation, I am not myself. You know, the self that I am at home or in my own country. I gawk more and I dress mostly... -
Why Do I Only Do This On Vacations?
Posted on 30 November , 2012 | 4 CommentsI’ve been fortunate to do quite a bit of travelling in Europe, Asia, Africa, etc. One thing that I never get tired of is going to a public location in... -
Traveling and Souvenirs: What to bring back and what to leave there
Posted on 26 November , 2012 | 6 CommentsI am really not a fan of conventional souvenirs like mugs, magnets, postcards or anything that screams: I was there as a tourist and I want you to know it!... -
Living in a hotel without a kitchen
Posted on 19 November , 2012 | 2 CommentsI’ve talked a lot about living in a hotel, but most of the ones I choose tend to have a full kitchen. Or at least a kitchenette, which means a... -
Second Part Of My African Trip
Posted on 16 November , 2012 | No CommentsA couple of weeks ago, I wrote about the first part of my trip to Africa went I went to Kruger Park to enjoy a Safari which turned out to...