Me, in Madrid
Who Am I?
I’m a girl who can’t sit still.
Since I graduated college in 2007 I’ve been either traveling or saving up to travel. I’ve spent time living and working in London (still my favorite city on earth), backpacked around Eastern Europe and seen most of the lower 48. I’ve celebrated St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland, Christmas in Rome and more Thanksgivings in the UK than I want to count.
I’m living at home outside of DC right now: saving, plotting and planning. In September 2010 I will be embarking on an epic round-the-world trip. I’ll be travelling solo and blogging along the way. You can view my tentative itinerary here.
When I tell people my plans the most common reactions I get are:
You’re so brave! Or You’re so lucky!
I don’t really think I’m either, which is why I created this blog: to show other twenty-somethings that long-term travel is a viable option.
Aside from travel I have an affinity for Diet Coke, irreverent British literature and puppies. God, I love puppies.
What is Twenty-Something Travel?
In addition to being a record of my own travels, the purpose of this site is to encourage others to launch their own international adventures. I get the feeling that many of my peers would like to get out and travel but believe it’s too hard, too expensive or just too daunting. I think that maybe they just need to be pointed in the right direction. Be it backpacking, teaching or working, volunteering or learning abroad, I think that spending time outside of your comfort zone is incredibly rewarding and important.
Want to Learn More?
You can read interviews with me on the following websites:
Stephanie Yoder Says Life is Not a Race, Nor is Travel
Heels and Wheels: Interview with 20-Something Travel
View a list of my various guest posts here.
You can also follow my convoluted ramblings on Twitter:
I love to chat and whether you are considering going abroad; planning to go abroad, already out there or back at home with some advice I would love to talk to you! If you are so inclined please email me at Steph@twenty-somethingtravel.com.
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