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Since finishing undergrad in 2006, and even during grad school, I have pursued a deliberate lifestyle, and have had the unique opportunity for extended world travel. In the past 5 years, I have been able to experience culture, learning, adaptation, and adventure in 35+ countries. I created www.actioninrelaxation.com to share these experiences in hopes that others may be inspired to stretch their wings and simply “join in the fun”.
I am elated to post today, because my ever-so-loving and supportive parents have made the life-changing/perspective-shifting decision to take a 3 month work sabbatical, and travel Asia for 6+ weeks (I reckon they’ll delay their return flight). I am so very proud of my parents’ decision and willingness to take a significant perceived risk, at the fine (like wine or whiskey) age of 55+ years young. I am currently headed to meet them in Bali for some of my own vacation time; and am hoping to regain my nonchalant composure (and somewhat normal sleep schedule) with a bit of R&R in my favorite destination – Uluwatu, Bali.
I will be meeting my parents tomorrow and will probably have to teach them about the oddly fulfilling joys of blogging, and may even give ‘em a crack at a few guest posts.
Coincidentally, because Rustic Pathways has a full time presence in the 22+ countries we serve, we also facilitate Gap Year travel and service projects for those 18+ years old…
I guess it’s never too late to take to take a Gap Year.
(Yes, I do know, almost every number in this post is followed by a “+” sign, because it is a “+” kind of day)
Selamat Pagi,
Kim and Patty Elick’s son, Tyler
Posts soon to come (hopefully during vacay time):
1.London & Cambridge, England
2.Brussels, Belgium
3.Amsterdam, Netherlands
4.Luxembourg
5.Berlin, Germany
6.Prague, Czech Republic
7.Geneva, Switzerland pt.2
8.Glasgow & Glenmore, Scotland
9. Barcelona, Spain pt2
10. Istanbul, Turkey
Ok – I’m a little overwhelmed after seeing that list – it’s been quite the 3 months – I’ll post England in the next week and go from there…
I’m posting a few pics (mostly unflattering from family events – we’re a pretty casual bunch) so you can get used to their mugs.
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