Navigating Relationships while Traveling
Nomad Profile
Helen and I discovered our mutual love of hiking while in the Pirin Mountains of eastern Bulgaria a few years back. I was hiking up from the bottom, she was descending from the summit and we found ourselves at a lunch spot in the middle.
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9 Fun Facts
First Name: Helen
Age Range: 30s
Nationality: USA
Nomadic Stance: Full-time transitioning into episodic
Last Corporate Job: Health Communications for a Research Institute/Hospital
Current Job: Photographer: Anchor & Pine Collective
Favorite Country: New Zealand
Next Stop: Sayulita, Mexico to surf
What do you like best about the nomadic life? Adventure!
2 Questions
What are the benefits of traveling solo?
I enjoy traveling solo because it gives you the flexibility to go where you want without having to plan around others. You naturally meet new people and friends along the way, so you never truly feel alone on the road.
When I solo travel, I stay in hostels, surf houses, and co-living spaces because they often offer planned social events and activities, which is a great way to connect with other travelers.
What are the benefits of traveling as a couple?
The benefits of traveling as a couple are being able to share your experiences with someone and split travel planning duties. It can sometimes be overwhelming to plan transportation, things to do, eat, and see.
Traveling with a partner, you can work as a team to figure out fun and epic things to do together, which is a great bonding activity. 🦋
Do you prefer to travel with a partner or solo? Does traveling with someone impact your travel experience? How do you navigate finding or maintaining a relationship on the road?
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Christened “Wander Woman” by National Geographic, Erin Michelson is a professional speaker and author of the Nomad Life™ series of travel books and guides, including the #1-ranked “Explore the World with Nomads.”