Welcome!
The completely made-up term “Five Figure Lifestyle” represents the perks and drawbacks of those working in the professional travel industry. We’re never going to be millionaires, and we work our asses off, but the plus sides of our jobs make us feel like one of the elite.
Take a minute to read our more detailed story of where our name came from and what to expect from this blog.
Editor’s Note
Thank you for reading! I’m thrilled to hear that people have enjoyed the content posted here. I certainly enjoyed writing these stories and learning the lessons they provided. It’s been a huge part of who I am today, and I am thankful to have had the experience!
COVID-19 hit this industry very hard, and while it is coming back, I have moved back into the Graphic Design field and am working trips less and less. For this reason, new posts will not be available on a regular schedule, but the blog will continue to live on to keep a record of these stories and what it’s like to be a professional traveler.
Grand Canyon | Preparations
Rafting the Grand Canyon is the first trip into the backcountry I’ve ever taken with an outfitter. Western River Expeditions,…
COVID-19
Many industries were hit extremely hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Restaurants, bars, hotels, and hair salons have been shut down…
First World Problems
It is somewhat common for a hotel to upgrade the host’s room. Hosts are usually assigned to the worst room…
I Bribed a Policeman
This is a story from my 2013 Egypt trip. It’s one of those incredible experiences that may only happen once…
5 Tips for International Travel
Read Customs Paperwork and Be Honest! Many countries will have you fill out paperwork when you enter the country to…
Throwback to that one time I went to Egypt… again
I know I reference this trip a lot, but it was my first major introduction to international travel, and it…
Why I’m Necessary
I’ve had a lot of people ask me recently why my job is necessary. Why can’t people order their own…
New Orleans BBQ Shrimp
New Orleans BBQ Shrimp really isn’t much of a traditional BBQ. It isn’t even cooked on a grill or over…
Nothing I Plan Will Ever Be This Good
No matter how much planning I do or how much money I throw at a trip, there are some experiences…