Author: Jill Meinecke
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The cost of travel besides MONEY
I”m not shy about giving out details about my personal budget, because, believe it or not, just like you, I had to work for my money. I still work for money and I will continue to work for money. So many people have it wrong. It’s not all about the money. Admittedly, I drained my…
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The Freedom of Choice
I’m taking a mini-sabbatical from my life in paradise where all the perspective of how I want to live my life was bestowed upon me. What’s the difference between me pre-Hawaii and post-Hawaii? I found my paradise, my happy spot, my garden of eden. I realized how powerful my choice is. What exactly do I mean…
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Black Magic at Kehena Beach, Hawaii
Hardly a week goes by that I don’t visit Kehena Beach, one of the only stretches of black sand beach on the east side of the island of Hawaii. The tide is rough and the hike down to shore is a bit treacherous, but the views and the magic are well worth it. Kehena is…
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Photo of the day: Hedonisia,Hawaii
Taken in the crater on the eco-sustainable hostel I’m volunteering at (more details to come):
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Notes on abandoning fear and letting go
I have been traveling full-time since January 23rd, which puts me a little over 2 months on the road. I’ve had almost ALL amazing experiences. Rarely there is a day where I wish I back in my old life, working the same old job that held little value for me. It’s safe to say that…
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Photo of the Day: The Quickening
This shot was just featured as Photo of the Day on WhyGo Travel. Check it out here: http://photos.whygo.com/2012/03/royal-botanic-gardens-sydney-australia.html
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When the streets come alive
It’s a good sign when you end up having a Sunday afternoon that involves a leisurely stroll, a small nap under a tree, a slight breeze and a nearby street performer to coax you into ultimate relaxation mode. Enjoy this video I captured of Charlie Cox, a long-time street performer at Hancock Park in Los…
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