Nomadic MidLife

Since becoming nomads, we've stayed at some crazy places! But this was one for the memory books! We certainly are flexible, and don't require anything fancy, but this certainly caught us by surprise! This was a nice historic hotel, but one thing was missing -- the roof! I couldn't understand why it was so cold in our room until I discovered what WASN"T on the other side of the ceiling! Join us on this humorous encounter of an unexpected situation involving construction at our hotel in Taiwan.

I LOST my MOUSTACHE in Taiwan!

As full-time midlife nomads, sometimes it's hard to know where to go when you need something like a simple haircut! Join me in Taipei, Taiwan as I seek out a local barbershop for a much-needed haircut and a clean shave. Even though it was a remarkable experience, something was lost in translation, and I lost my Moustache in the process!

Join Andy and Sherry on an unexpected 240-hour stay in a middle-class Chinese home, a true cross-cultural experience initiated by a chance encounter. This story captures their journey to mainland China in suburb of Hangzhou, fostering global understanding as they navigate new social norms and daily life.

Join Andy and Sherry, midlife nomadic travelers, on a unique nomadic journey as they share their incredible experience of being invited to stay with total strangers in Eastern China. This travel vlog captures their explorations of a traditional town, a tea plantation, and a local market, offering a glimpse into the cultural experience of the region. Through their travel diaries, they foster global understanding and highlight the importance of cross cultural communication.

Visiting popular tourist locations can be a traveler's dilemma. On one hand, places like Juifen's Old Street can be a wonderful place to visit because of its historic vibe and charm. But too much of a good thing can sometimes change the reality and become a tourist trap. We want to experience what home feels like in unique places around the world and in this short video I ponder what life looks like on the other side of the market street.
Join our travel adventure as we explore a bustling tourist area, contrasting its bright lights and free samples with the quieter, less-traveled alleyways. This travel vlog aims to highlight the cultural differences and social norms that aren't always apparent in curated experiences, encouraging a deeper cultural awareness beyond the surface. We believe that understanding these nuances is key to true intercultural communication.

At the Taipei night markets, you can find some interesting food combinations. But I never expected to have cilantro on my ice cream! Would you eat this?
We tried a unique Taiwan street food dessert! This ice cream wrap is a popular snack, combining sweet and savory flavors. Watch as we see how this delicious peanut and ice cream treat is prepared right in front of us, a truly unique experience in Taiwan.

Taiwan's Old Streets are amazing! Especially unique places like Jiufen, Taiwan. But part of me is wondering what's missing, what's behind the scenes of this popular tourist destination. aiwan's Old Streets are amazing! Especially unique places like Jiufen, Taiwan. But part of me is wondering what's missing, what's behind the scenes of this popular tourist destination. In this video we explore the old street market but also consider what real life looks like for those who call this place home.
Join us as we navigate a bustling food market in Juifen's Old Street, a true travel vlog experience. We explore the vibrant stalls, sampling delicious street food and observing the local ways of life. It's a spree of cultural sights and sounds, offering a glimpse into the heart of Taiwan.

I never expected a bathroom to work like that!