Since I’m currently not traveling (and currently not giving away fantastic dream vacations) like some other travel bloggers out there, I’ve decided to give back to the travel world through my words.

What this means for you is that I’ve written some junk, and now I want you to read it.
I know; I know. I’m always like, “Read this! Do this!” Blah. But, maybe that’s why you keep coming back, hey? Because you really do like it when I’m demanding and barking orders at you, and telling you what’s good for ya?
Read this!
From Tourist to Resident: 7 Signs You Just Want to Stay Put
I put together this article for BootsnAll, my all-time favorite travel community. Even though I don’t visit there often these days, I know they are there if I ever need ‘em. Oh yes, many an hour was wasted away trolling the boards and making travel plans on those boards back in the day. It sure does beat the Thorn Tree and its poor layout! P.S. Vote my article up if you like it.
Do this!
Sign up for the Female Travel Underground email newsletter!
I’ve decided to start this newsletter to have a little fun, but also touch on some topics that pertain to us girlies on the road. I’m looking forward to the discussion that follows each of these fun little topics. That’s right! I’m creating a page for each newsletter so when you’re done reading it, you can post your own feedback, thoughts, ideas, etc. Interested? Sign up!


American girl left to travel the world in 2007. Studied languages, slept in a yurt, taught English, met Aussie guy and fell in love. Moved to Australia. Calls Sydney home. Wants a puppy. Still loves to travel. Read more 














Very cool Brooke! I’m going to sign up now, read your article and of course bump you up!
From tourist to resident was a great article… its funny watching your personal items expand… that happened to me when I moved from Nashville, TN to Florida.