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Start Living Your Bucket List, One Step at a Time

You’ve worked hard your whole career and raised your family. Now it’s time to finally start living your Bucket List. So many people think “maybe some day I’ll…” or “eventually I want to…”, but they never take the first step.

No more “maybe some day.” It’s time to take that first step toward living your dreams. Whether you feel lost in the planning, uncertain about the budget, or unsure where to start — I’m here to guide you.

This blog is for you if:

  • You’ve always put work and family first — now it’s time to put YOU at the top of the list.
  • You dream of traveling but get overwhelmed in all the research — I’ve done the legwork for you.
  • You wonder if it’s possible to afford it — I’ll show you how to make it happen.
  • You’re curious about extended travel — I’ll share what we’ve learned from months of full-time travel.

It’s YOUR time now. Let’s make it count!!

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Start thinking about YOUR wants and desires, instead of your boss’s and family’s.

About Me

World Traveler – Planning Wizard – Photographer – Travel Blogger – Bucket List Checker

Hello – I’m Kari and I can’t wait to help you achieve your Bucket List goals! Bill and I have traveled around the world and experienced so many amazing things. Learn more about our journey here.

I’m a wizard at researching options, planning the best route, and maximizing experiences, whatever your travel style happens to be. Explore this site for destination inspiration, and for travel tips and resources that just make traveling easier.

Featured Posts: Bucket List How-To’s and Destination Inspiration

Featured In the Press

Featured in the press logos for publications where I've been featured So far, US News and World Report, Fodors Travel, Business Insider and Bored Panda!
  • Fodors Travel – Everything You Need to Know About Taking Your Medication Through Airport Security – June 2025
  • Business Insider – We’re Retirees Who Planned to Travel, but It Might Be Too Late – May 2025
  • Bored Panda – 36 Infuriating Cancelled Reservations – February 2025 – My contributions are after #6 and #24.
  • US News and World Report – Make Your Retirement Savings Last With Serial Housesitting – October 2024
  • Pretty Magazine – Your Last Chance for the Perfect Family Beach Photo Before Fall – August 2025
  • Inkl – Best Destinations for Travel Photography – Feb 2026
  • Digital Travel Expert Hub – Surviving a Multi Week Scenic Cruise – July 2026

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Destinations

  • Explore all the countries and places we’ve visited

Bucket List Resources

  • Turn your travel dreams into real Bucket List experiences

Travel Resources

  • Tons of planning tools, tips, and helpful guides