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  • Adapting to life abroad is a transformative experience that can enrich not only your personal growth but also expand your horizons in unimaginable ways.
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Welcome!

Hi, I’m Tracy

It’s great to have you here!! Are you ready to embark on a thrilling journey abroad?

For more than 25 years my lifestyle has kept me on the road. Since leaving South Africa at the age of 21, I have lived in 10 countries spanning nearly every continent.

I am passionate about discovering new places and getting the most out my one precious life!

If you are ready for your next adventure, subscribe to the newsletter, read the latest posts, join our supportive Facebook Group or connect via social media and stay up-to-date with the latest tips, insights and inspiration for living abroad. Let’s Go Global together!

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Some of the most popular posts

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moving Cats

A comprehensive guide to successfully moving your cat overseas.

living abroad

With some forward planning, moving overseas could be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life

Understanding Culture shock

Expert advice on understanding culture shock when moving aboard, and how to cope with it.

Make a lasting impact

The ultimate guide to the best programs for volunteering abroad.

Best hiking trails

Explore one of the Best hikes in Oregon: The Trail of Ten Falls, Silver Falls State Park.

Big Bend

An unforgettable trip to Big Bend National Park, Texas. 10 Highlights not to be missed.

Book or Not?

The Ultimate Guide to Pre-booking Accommodation for your Road Trip – Pro’s & Con’s

Beat Jet Lag

Make the most of your next international vacation with these tips to beating jet lag.

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Antelope eating grass in front of a mountain at Alaska Wildlife Conservatory
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre
Featured Story

Fall in love with Alaska: the perfect road trip

Visiting Alaska has been on my bucket list for as long as I can remember. Last year, after years of dreaming, I finally took the plunge and booked my dream adventure – a road trip through Alaska.

The ultimate guide to moving cats to australia

For those about to embark on the the process of moving your cats abroad, I know it can feel overwhelming, particularly if your final destination is Australia.

Australia is one of the strictest places anywhere in the world for exporting cats. In saying that, it is doable!

To help guide you through every part of the journey I have put together this FREE step-by-step guide to moving cats from Australia to the US.

The guide is broken down in to an easy to understand checklist with timeframes and important information all in one place. It also has links to key resources you will need to access during the process.

If you would like an email PDF copy of this FREE Guide simply click the link below.

Cat in a box on the cover of The Ultimate Guide to Moving Cates to Australia from the US

Must have Hiking and Travel Journals

Your Memories

Hiking Journals and Travel Planners

Dream, plan and remember! There is no better way to turn your dreams in to experiences, and your experiences in to memories, than with these hiking journals and travel planners

  • REcord your hiking adventures
  • Dream your bucket list
  • Plan your next adventure
  • Capture your memories

Are you planning your next getaway?

With the Booted Nomad FREE Travel Planner and Packing Checklist you can easily organize all the details of your upcoming trip in one place.

Don’t waste time planning — get out there, the world is waiting!