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Three Packed Days in Granada
One of the reasons we picked Madrid as a place to live for a month was so we could hop down to Granada to visit our niece, Emma, who was deep into her semester abroad (and fluent in tapas and late-night clubbing by then). We hopped the three-hour train south for a long weekend, and she delivered 3 packed days in Granada. Perfectly full of sunshine, culture, and cheerful conversation. Granada is full of delightful surprises From the dramatic mashup of Islamic and Catholic architecture to cave-dwelling Flamenco and a robust tomato culture, Granada, like Islamic architecture, keeps you guessing what’s around the next corner (see how we worked that…
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Nomads in Madrid: One Blackout, Two Flat Whites, and a Siesta
Here you will find the story of our month-long stay as modern nomads in Madrid. For a guide to all the things to do in Madrid, visit our post here (coming soon). Fitness as nomads in Madrid Having just wrapped up our last cycling class in a Spanish-speaking country, it feels like the right time to reflect on the absolute chaos it was. In this final class, Jesús—our instructor (in fitness, not faith)—spent an hour shouting commands in Spanish, often in complete darkness, leaving us with absolutely no idea what was happening. It’ll be interesting to see how the classes in Italy compare. Could they possibly be more chaotic? Maybe…
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The Mexico City Edit: 7 Perfect Days
If you’re looking for the backstory behind our month-long stay in Mexico City, start with Part One of our CDMX series. But if you’re here for a curated Mexico City travel guide—seven perfect, mix-and-match days in one of the world’s most dynamic cities—you’re in the right place. We were lucky enough to spend a month exploring Mexico City as modern nomads, but we know not everyone has that luxury. So we’ve distilled our top experiences into one flexible week of food, culture, and adventure—designed to help you get the most out of your time here. In no particular order, here is our guide to 7 perfect days in Mexico City.…
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Mexico City is Not the Mexico of Your Beach Vacation
This Mexico City nomad story shares the story of our month-long experience living in the heart of CDMX. Unlike Mexico’s famous beach destinations, Mexico City offers a cultural immersion that surprised and delighted us at every turn. Mexico City was the city we were most excited to spend a month in during our modern nomad year. With work keeping us tethered to east-of-California time zones, our options for adventurous destinations have been limited. CDMX promised something different—a break from the familiar. Mexico City nomad: First impressions Our arrival was underwhelming—Aeropuerto Internacional Benito Juárez didn’t quite live up to the city it serves. But once we escaped the airport, the city…
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NYC – A Season in the City That Never Sleeps
After incredible months soaking up the mountain air in Lake Tahoe, biking along Amsterdam’s canals, and beaching in Nantucket, we landed in the Big Apple for three exhilarating, exhausting, and entirely worth-it months. Fall was a perfect season to be in NYC, the city that never sleeps. NYC is woven into our DNA. It’s where we both moved after college, launched our careers, and met. It’s close to where we grew up, and now, it’s where our kids have landed for their own first jobs. We have close family here. We have friends to reconnect with here. And, Charlotte can navigate this city —proof that roots override a catastrophically bad…
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NYC: Wanders Below Midtown
In our first NYC post, we shared the story—why we came, what we loved, and how we somehow survived three months of nonstop motion. But the real heart of our time in New York was in the wandering. No agenda, no appointments, just laced-up sneakers and curiosity leading the way. Below we share a few perfect days spent in NYC, wandering below Midtown. Hotel Chelsea and the Trailer Park Lounge Wander #1: Chelsea to Meatpacking Grab a coffee at Variety on 7th & 25th—a low-key gem with excellent cappuccinos (oat, extra hot) and shockingly un-New York prices. Walk west down 23rd St, past the newly revitalized Hotel Chelsea— once home…
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NYC: Elsewhere Wanders (Uptown, Brooklyn+)
In our first NYC post, we told the story of how we ended up back in the Big Apple for three months. Post #2 offered up our favorite downtown wanders. And while we did spend most of our time below 23rd Street, there are plenty of reasons to head north (or east… or way out to Brooklyn) when the mood strikes. Looking to explore further? This post is all about wanders Uptown and in Brooklyn. Wandering “elsewhere” In fact, when we last lived in New York, these were our neighborhoods—Upper East, Upper West, Brooklyn. And… Little India? Yes, Charlotte and Kate’s first NYC apartment was at 28th and Lex, directly…
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NYC: All the Fabulous Food
We made it our mission to eat through most restaurants below 20th Street (and some above). Here is our guide to NYC restaurants. Reservations are tough, but for two, bar seating is your golden ticket. Forget Carbone—you’re not getting in. But the beauty of NYC? If a place isn’t good, it won’t survive. So, even a random corner spot can serve a phenomenal meal. Our favorites? Listed below. For more on our story and our adventures in the Big City, click here. 🍎🍎🍎🍎🍎Tell Your Friends (or Better Yet, Don’t) 🍎🍎🍎🍎+ Peak NYC 🍎🍎🍎🍎 If You’re in the Neighborhood… 🍎🍎🍎 Brick
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A Whale’s Tale: 30 Days On Nantucket
We love Nantucket so much that we have a working repository of names for the home we will never buy here. (Never say never says Doug) A pipe dream of spending a month on-island, in high season no less, turned into reality when we blew fully half our annual nomad budget on a rental in Town. Between the two of us, we have visited the island over 25 times, but never for longer than a week. Brandt Point Light from the inbound ferry Catching sight of the Brandt Point Light from the inbound ferry never fails to send a shiver of delight down our spines. It’s like a cheerful “welcome…
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Nantucket: Small but Mighty. The Insider’s Guide.
Nantucket may be small, but it’s mighty when it comes to things to do, see, eat, and drink. From sun-soaked beaches to world-class dining and cozy cafés, this island has something for everyone. Whether you’re strolling cobblestone streets, sipping craft cocktails with ocean views, or devouring the freshest seafood, there’s never a dull moment. In this second installment of our Nantucket series, we’ll dive into the must-see spots and hidden gems that make this island an unforgettable escape. If you missed the first installment, you can find it here. Cisco Beach First, The Beaches The protected north shore beaches-Jetties, Steps, Children’s, offer calm, shallow waters, perfect for kids or a…
