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Digital nomad life isn’t for everyone.

There are days you’ll feel excited to live in a new country every couple of months, ready to learn about other cultures & always inspired by fellow digital nomads you meet on the road. 

But there are days where you’ll feel lonely, stuck, miserable and exhausted from moving and/or always making new friends. 

This digital nomad lifestyle is no way perfect, as it may look. But…

We wouldn’t have it any other way 🤍
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Zagreb isn’t your likely destination when visiti Zagreb isn’t your likely destination when visiting Croatia 🇭🇷

In fact, lots of people never make it up this way. But digital nomads do!

Here’s the reasons we chose Zagreb as our digital nomad hub for the month of July:

💸 AFFORDABLE COST OF LIVING
Zagreb is less crowded during the summer time which means you get more deals on things like accommodation - its much cheaper than Split or Dubrovnik! Here’s some numbers (in USD) to give you a better picture:

🚊 Public transport = $0.80
☕️ Coffee + drinks = $2 - $4
🍽 Eating Out = $9 - $12
🛶 Activities = $5 - $50

👯‍♀️ GROWING DIGITAL NOMAD COMMUNITY
We’re surprised by how strong the community is in Zagreb! We made friends during our first coworking event & found an awesome group of digital nomads to hang out with ever since.

👩🏻‍💻 DECENT CAFE & COWORKING SCENE
We cowork at cafes with our friends at least 2-3 times a week. Coworking is kind of expensive here and imo not worth it because it’s too ‘corporate’ for our liking.

⛺️ GREAT BASE TO EXPLORE CROATIA
Plitvice Lakes is 2.5 hours away & popular coast towns like Pula, Zadar or Rovinj are only 3-4 hours drive away. You get the structure that comes from having a base but you get to travel/explore on the weekends - kinda perfect!

☺️ COMFORTABLE LIFESTYLE
Public transport is a breeze in Zagreb - you can take a bus, tram or walk into the city fairly quick. It's super safe here!

We’ve lived in Zagreb as digital nomads for a couple weeks now and tbh - we didn’t love it at first. But after some time, we can now say we are seriously enjoying our lifestyle here. The community is amazing and we’re so glad we chose Zagreb! It’s just so peaceful and comfortable (which you don’t expect from a capital city)!

Would you consider being a digital nomad in Zagreb?

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Novi Sad, this charming town is the best day trip Novi Sad, this charming town is the best day trip from Belgrade🇷🇸

Looking to escape the city life? It’s easy enough to catch the train, Novi Sad is a small town perfect for chilling, wandering around and drinking coffee at the cute cafes.

HOW TO GET THERE 🚊
Take the Coco high-speed trains that get you to Novi Sad in only 36 mins. Buy tickets via the app - Srbija voz and it’s only going to cost $3.40 USD for a one-way first class ticket.

COFFEE ☕️
Sit at a cafe and enjoy a cup of coffee - Zenit Books & Loft Downtown.

FOOD 🥘
Pls try Burek - the best place in Novi Sad is 100% Burek. Kombinat is a popular place to have lunch. But we recommend grabbing food from Maxi and having a picnic at Danube Park!

SEE, DO 🏰
Visit the Petrovaradin Fortress at sunset, chill on the ‘beach’ - The Strand, walk around Danube Park & stare at the beautiful Name of Mary Catholic Church.

You can spend a day in Novi Sad or it’s also great for a weekend getaway. Whichever you choose, just don’t miss Novi Sad on your digital nomad travels through Serbia 🇷🇸

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🤷🏻‍♀️ Were we naive? Maybe. 
✔️ Were we brave? Yes, we had to be. 

This day was the most exciting, thrilling and adventurous day but also the most nerve-wracking, scariest and toughest decision we made. It was the day EVERYTHING changed for us!

We’ve been judged and criticized for this lifestyle. I mean - we were working remotely before it became a “norm”. We don’t have a home base or a white picket fence. Our only belongings are what could fit in a single suitcase. 

Its certainly not for everyone but it’s what we've chosen for ourselves. 

While it’s not the perfect lifestyle that’s it constantly portrayed, we are so happy we took the leap of faith and we will never take this freedom for granted!

We’ve had the privilege to learn so much about other cultures, meet so many incredible & inspiring people (you know who you are) and explore this beautiful world.

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Cost Of Living In Athens 2023: Is It Cheap Or Expensive?

Filed Under: Greece Updated on January 17, 2023

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Is the cost of living in Athens cheap or expensive?

Sure, the city is located in Europe and it’s a world-renowned tourist destination. It’s only right to assume that it would be fairly expensive but honestly, it might just surprise you!

Matthew and I lived in Athens for about 2 months as digital nomads. We got a great idea of what it costs to live in this Greek capital when it comes to rental prices, cost of food, activities and so much more.

In this blog post, we are going to share our personal, honest cost of living in Athens to help you get a better picture of what you might spend living in Athens. We go into each category in-depth to help you understand each expense!

Let’s get into it!

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Why Are Digital Nomads Living In Athens, Greece?
Quick Price Facts For The Cost Of Living In Athens
QUICK OVERVIEW – Our Cost Of Living In Athens Was For 1 Month As Digital Nomads
A Detailed Breakdown Of The Cost Of Living In Athens
Accommodation Costs – $932
Grocery Costs – $236
Dining Out Costs – $616
Transport Costs – $66
SIM Card & Pre-Paid Data Plan Costs – $28
Activities & Entertainment Costs – $78
Gym Membership Costs – $87
Was The Cost Of Living In Athens Cheap Or Expensive?

Why Are Digital Nomads Living In Athens, Greece?

When you think of the digital nomad lifestyle, you imagine places like:

  • Bali, Indonesia
  • Chiang Mai, Thailand
  • Lisbon, Portugal

But what about Athens, Greece? Honestly, it’s not on everyone’s radar. Matthew and I just absolutely love Greece which is why it was a goal of ours to live the digital nomad life in Athens. After living in Athens for 2 months, we think it’s definitely an underrated digital nomad destination.

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While it isn’t at the top of the nomad country list, Athens is becoming an increasingly popular city for digital nomads. With its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning scenery, it’s no wonder that many digital nomads are starting to consider making Athens their home for a while.

What makes you want to become an Athens digital nomad? The Greek capital city offers digital nomads so much including:

  • Fast, reliable wifi: According to digital nomad statistics, wifi is the thing that digital nomads are worried about the most! You don’t have to even wonder if the wifi is stable or fast in Athens. Our speed test in Athens ranged from 25 Mbps to 200 Mbps.
  • Greek cuisine: Need I say more? Greek food is one of our favorite cuisines in the world (and that reflects in our spending lol) but we love eating gyros, greek salad and so much more. Athens has a great restaurant scene with delicious Greek food and even international food too!
  • High standard of living: Athens can be a little rough around the edges but that doesn’t mean your quality of life is less. Athens is safe, there are lots of things to do and you can have a great work-life balance here!
  • Beautiful architecture all around: Athens is iconic for the Acropolis and many other ruins scattered across the city. We loved just walking around and admiring that we are passing 1000-year-old buildings – like what?!
  • Affordable cost of living: Athens has a relatively lower cost of living compared to other major European cities like Paris, Lisbon or Amsterdam. There are good deals around every corner if you’re willing to spend the time to hunt them! We got a great apartment for a reasonable price and Matthew couldn’t resist a gyro for $2.50 every day!
  • Amazing weekend trips: You aren’t bound to stay in Athens – there are a whole lot of islands you can explore. Athens is a huge hub to get to other islands like Santorini, Paros, Naxos and more. You can easily hop on a ferry ride or take an airplane to get to your weekend trip! The options for weekend trips are endless if you’re living in Athens!

There are tons of reasons why digital nomads are starting to live in Athens! We believe that it’s only going to grow in popularity as the cafe culture, coworking spaces and coliving spaces open in the city. Greece is a beautiful country with welcoming people – it’s obvious why digital nomads are starting to flock here.

Quick Price Facts For The Cost Of Living In Athens

Want a quick grasp of what some things cost in Athens? Here’s a snapshot of the bigger and smaller expenses you might encounter as a digital nomad in Athens:

  • 🏠 1 Bedroom Apartment in a Nice Area: $800 USD per month
  • 💰 Cost of Living For a Local: $850 USD per month
  • 🍽 Nice Restaurant Meals: $13-23 USD
  • 🏋️‍♀️ Monthly Gym Membership: $30-50 USD
  • 🥙 Street food: $2-4 USD
  • 🍺 Local beer: $4.80 USD
  • ☕️ Coffee: $3.60 USD

These are just a general snapshot of the costs we experienced in Athens. Several things can either inflate or deflate those costs like being a local, for example. You can expect to pay more for short-term rentals and prices in Athens can depend on where you are located in the city!

QUICK OVERVIEW – Our Cost Of Living In Athens Was For 1 Month As Digital Nomads

The digital nomad lifestyle can look different for everyone. The best part about this lifestyle is that you have the freedom to make it what you want, right? Matthew and I like to slow travel from city to city, spending at least a month in each location. Slow travel has allowed us to build routines, get to know the place we’re staying on a deeper level and of course, get some needed work done!

greek food athens

Whenever we share our cost of living guides – whether that’s in Playa del Carmen, Antigua or Medellin… They are always going to be from a 1-month perspective! We feel this gives digital nomads a more accurate idea of what it truly costs. At the end, we will also include how much it cost us to get to Athens (often an overlooked expense that’s pretty important).

Another thing to keep in mind is that this is our cost of living as a COUPLE. Matthew and I share the monthly expenses and each price you see will be for both of us.

Okay, you get the picture already. Here’s our cost of living in Athens as a digital nomad couple for a one month stay:

  • Accommodation: $932
  • Groceries: $236
  • Dining Out: $616
  • Coffee: $153
  • Transport: $66
  • Phone Plan: $28
  • Activities & Entertainment: $78
  • Gym: $87

TOTAL: $2196 USD

If you’ve read any of our other cost of living guides eg. Guatemala, you’ll know that this is probably one of our more expensive months.

The biggest reason is that we paid $932 USD for rent and that’s getting up there for us. We have usually stayed in Latin America and South East Asia where rent is much cheaper. In saying that, we thought we found a pretty good deal when compared to other European cities we’ve been digital nomads.

nightlife scene athens

Other than a few things which I’ll discuss below, we still think that this was a pretty good month compared to what it could have been – if that makes sense? Since our time in Athens, we have spent 9 months being digital nomads in Europe and we have paid way more for much less value for money.

That’s why we think the cost of living in Athens is fairly reasonable considering the quality of life you can have in this beautiful Greek city.

Before we continue: Please remember that these are our PERSONAL expenses. You don’t have to pay as much as we did – it’s all up to you! Spend more or spend less. We try to have a good balance between enjoying ourselves and sticking to a budget.

You’ll understand how good (or bad) our cost of living in Athens was for a one month stay and get an in-depth view of why our expenses ended up totaling $2,196 USD.

A Detailed Breakdown Of The Cost Of Living In Athens

You’re considering staying in Athens for a while and you may be asking yourself:

  • Is it expensive to live in Athens?
  • How much is rent in Athens?
  • How much do I need to live comfortably in Athens?
  • What’s the food prices like?

There are all valid questions to ask before choosing to live in a new city as a digital nomad. We have found that the cost of living in a certain city can make us go to a place or avoid depending on how expensive or cheap it can be.

theatre of dionysus

We think the cost of living in Athens was pretty reasonable for us. We loved going out to eat and we decided we would splurge on that a little. We also did a few day trips here and there but found free activities to do in Athens as well. The cost of living in Athens depends on you and how you want your lifestyle to be in Greece!

Let’s deep dive into each expense we incurred while living in Athens to help you understand why it cost what it did.

Accommodation Costs – $932

From the get-go, we expected to pay much more than we are used to as we were Latin America digital nomads just before staying in Athens.

As a digital nomad who only stays in a place for one month (very short-term rentals), you won’t get an apartment for less than $700 USD. We found this one bedroom apartment and it continues to be one of our favorite places we’ve rented on Airbnb.

Why?

Our Athens apartment was very modern, spacious and had everything we could want in a place as digital nomads! We each had a desk and chair which made working from home very easy. There was a Nespresso machine which if you know us – we can’t go a day without coffee! We also had a cute little balcony where we could enjoy our coffee and we had views of Mount Lycabettus.

athens apartment

If you want a video tour of our Athens apartment, check out our Instagram Stories here!

Where was the apartment located exactly? It was a good location for us personally because we wanted to be further away from all the action but close enough to it at the same time. Our Athens apartment is located in the Pagrati neighborhood which felt more like a local neighborhood but this area is also only a 20-minute walk away from the famous Plaka neighborhood.

The reason we also got a very good deal on this apartment is that we booked it for 2 months. I think it would’ve been something like $100 USD more per month otherwise.

With your cost of living in Athens, you can choose to splurge or save on accommodation. If you live closer to the city center, you will probably have a smaller space and pay much more. And if you live a little further from the city center, you will likely pay less and get better value for money.

streets of athens

Curious about the best neighborhoods in Athens? Read our complete guide on where to stay in Athens here.

Airbnb is the most convenient option for digital nomads when finding accommodation. This means that you will be paying for that convenience. It’s always much cheaper to get on the ground and go calling, apartment hunting while you’re already in the area. You can usually get better deals but you still have to pay for a place while you’re apartment hunting – which doesn’t really make sense if you’re in Europe.

If you want to find a good deal to lower your cost of living in Athens, you will need to do your research and not give up on searching! I spent hours just trying to pick the right neighborhood and work out which place will give us the best value for money.

As for the cost of living in Athens, we thought this was a reasonable price for a modern one bedroom apartment. I believe you can still find the same value for money today!

Grocery Costs – $236

Lucky for us, we lived only 5 minutes away from a grocery store called Lidl. It’s a popular grocery store across Europe and we could easily find all we needed to buy to cook food at home. Lidl usually has pretty competitive prices for vegetables, meat and even alcohol!

restaurants in athens

Here’s what certain grocery items cost in Athens:

  • 🥚 Dozen of eggs: $4.12
  • 🥛 Liter of milk: $1.78
  • 🥔 2lbs of potatoes: $1.20
  • 🧅 2lbs of onions: $1.04

Whenever we do groceries, we usually bulk buy about a week’s worth of food. Our monthly cost of groceries was $236 USD, which comes to about $59 USD per week. That said, you’ll see below that our dining out costs are much higher! We ate at home for about half of our meals, otherwise, you’d catch us with gyros in hand – not even kidding lol!

Dining Out Costs – $616

We spent a lot on eating out – there I admit it! Matthew and I love Greek food, like LOVE Greek food. It’s one of the top reasons we decided to live in Athens for 2 months.

eating at greek restaurants

What’s not to love about Greek food? You’ve got classics like souvlaki, pita gyros and greek salad. If you want to explore Greek cuisine a little more, you’ve got moussaka, lamb chops, octopus and so much more I could go on!

Here are some of our favorite restaurants we tried in Athens:

  • Sfika
  • Takis Bakery
  • TAVERN – GRILL MANDRAKI
  • Lithos Tavern
  • Baba au Rum
  • The Traditional
  • Tuk Tuk Thai Street Food
  • Anafiotika Cafe – Restaurant

gyros by the sea

We spent a total of $616 for a month which is higher than what we usually allow ourselves to spend. You can definitely do it cheaper than us, for sure! Gyros are very cheap in Athens only around $2.5-$3.5 and a cup of coffee was approximately $3 USD. If you ate at a restaurant, you could find something for every budget.

Transport Costs – $66

I’m quite surprised at how low this turned out to be because took Beat (similar to Uber) rides everywhere. We were about 20 minutes walking to the city center and we had everything we needed in our neighborhood – gym, grocery, cinema. We only took a ride whenever we went further into the city, otherwise we walked everywhere else!

bus x95 athens greece

Download the BEAT app because it’s a little cheaper than Uber and much more reliable in terms of getting cars at any hour of the day. You can use public transport too in Athens but we were never close to any bus stops to take them.

athens airport to city

A metro ride from Athens airport to the city costs about $9 USD. The metro is fairly cheap only around less than $2 USD per ride. It can be cheaper if you get a monthly card! Transportation costs in general are pretty affordable in Athens!

SIM Card & Pre-Paid Data Plan Costs – $28

When you become a digital nomad in Athens, one of the first things you need to do is get a SIM card. It’s pretty easy to do if you know which companies are right for you and your budget.

We were able to get an AMAZING deal for our SIM cards, only paying around $14 USD per person for 15 GB per month. The company was called What’s Up which from what we understand is a subsidiary brand of the telecom giant, Cosmote!

sim card greece

You’ll need your passport to buy a SIM card in Greece. The other companies you can buy from are Cosmote, Vodafone and Wind. We recommend Cosmote, especially if you are planning to visit any of the islands. They have much better coverage all across the country.

Read our detailed SIM card Greece guide to find out more.

Activities & Entertainment Costs – $78

Matthew and I were starting this blog that you’re reading when we were living in Athens. We were putting the hours in and focusing on the blog so we didn’t really get to do too much in Athens.

We did go to the cinema a lot because it was only 5 minutes away from our house lol. The cinema was surprisingly cheap in Athens, we paid around $7 per ticket! We also just enjoyed walking around the city and dined out tons which ended up being our activity basically.

acropolis tickets

Another great thing about Athens is that some of the museums and ruins will be free on certain days. We were in Athens during EXO day which meant free entry into the Acropolis for the public. We got there super early (as soon as it opened) to beat the crowds and it was just a cool experience that we go to completely free!

The activities you can do in Athens are endless and we don’t think it’ll break the bank. Although, a weekend trip to an island might be a whole other expense! You’ll easily be able to find affordable things to do that won’t burst your cost of living in Athens for sure.

Gym Membership Costs – $87

The average gym costs around $20-50 USD in Athens. I didn’t go to just any average gym which is why I paid slightly more.

I went to the best pilates studio in Athens! The studio was located around 10 minutes away from our apartment which was very easy for me. I had a monthly membership which allowed me to have unlimited access to all the classes.

friends at 3 circles pilates

It was the first time I ever tried pilates and the teachers were so welcoming. I felt I found a community at 3 Circles Pilates. You can definitely find a cheaper gym with your usual machines and equipment but I seriously loved my pilates studio!

There are quite a few gym options in Athens and you’ll easily find something within your budget.

Was The Cost Of Living In Athens Cheap Or Expensive?

The cost of living in Athens is very affordable for digital nomads. It’s easy to assume that it would cost an arm and a leg because it’s a top destination in Europe but Athens is surprisingly an affordable city!

You’re in charge of how much you spend and it all depends on what kind of lifestyle you want to live. Athens is a great city where you can spend more or spend less – it’s honestly what you make it!

We felt that the rent was much cheaper compared to other major European cities and you can get great value for money in Athens. Once you get a good deal on your accommodation, your other expenses can be relatively low.

We did spend a lot on dining out but we think that you can probably find a better balance than we did. I’d say our cost of living in Athens is pretty average if you want to live comfortably!

Is the cost of living in Athens great for digital nomads? After living in Athens for 2 months – yes we think it is a great place that offers good value for money. We think Athens is making its way to the top digital nomad cities list and the cost of living can be part of the reason!

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sunsets in zadar, croatia 🫶⠀
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Zagreb isn’t your likely destination when visiti Zagreb isn’t your likely destination when visiting Croatia 🇭🇷

In fact, lots of people never make it up this way. But digital nomads do!

Here’s the reasons we chose Zagreb as our digital nomad hub for the month of July:

💸 AFFORDABLE COST OF LIVING
Zagreb is less crowded during the summer time which means you get more deals on things like accommodation - its much cheaper than Split or Dubrovnik! Here’s some numbers (in USD) to give you a better picture:

🚊 Public transport = $0.80
☕️ Coffee + drinks = $2 - $4
🍽 Eating Out = $9 - $12
🛶 Activities = $5 - $50

👯‍♀️ GROWING DIGITAL NOMAD COMMUNITY
We’re surprised by how strong the community is in Zagreb! We made friends during our first coworking event & found an awesome group of digital nomads to hang out with ever since.

👩🏻‍💻 DECENT CAFE & COWORKING SCENE
We cowork at cafes with our friends at least 2-3 times a week. Coworking is kind of expensive here and imo not worth it because it’s too ‘corporate’ for our liking.

⛺️ GREAT BASE TO EXPLORE CROATIA
Plitvice Lakes is 2.5 hours away & popular coast towns like Pula, Zadar or Rovinj are only 3-4 hours drive away. You get the structure that comes from having a base but you get to travel/explore on the weekends - kinda perfect!

☺️ COMFORTABLE LIFESTYLE
Public transport is a breeze in Zagreb - you can take a bus, tram or walk into the city fairly quick. It's super safe here!

We’ve lived in Zagreb as digital nomads for a couple weeks now and tbh - we didn’t love it at first. But after some time, we can now say we are seriously enjoying our lifestyle here. The community is amazing and we’re so glad we chose Zagreb! It’s just so peaceful and comfortable (which you don’t expect from a capital city)!

Would you consider being a digital nomad in Zagreb?

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Travel solves life's problems, right? 😅⠀ ⠀ Travel solves life's problems, right? 😅⠀
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And we’re LIVE 🥳 Two Tickets Anywhere is a bl And we’re LIVE 🥳 Two Tickets Anywhere is a blog with everything you wish you knew about the digital nomad lifestyle.⁣
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When we first started out, there was barely any content on this lifestyle. We just had to jump in headfirst and figured it out from there. ⁣
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Novi Sad, this charming town is the best day trip Novi Sad, this charming town is the best day trip from Belgrade🇷🇸

Looking to escape the city life? It’s easy enough to catch the train, Novi Sad is a small town perfect for chilling, wandering around and drinking coffee at the cute cafes.

HOW TO GET THERE 🚊
Take the Coco high-speed trains that get you to Novi Sad in only 36 mins. Buy tickets via the app - Srbija voz and it’s only going to cost $3.40 USD for a one-way first class ticket.

COFFEE ☕️
Sit at a cafe and enjoy a cup of coffee - Zenit Books & Loft Downtown.

FOOD 🥘
Pls try Burek - the best place in Novi Sad is 100% Burek. Kombinat is a popular place to have lunch. But we recommend grabbing food from Maxi and having a picnic at Danube Park!

SEE, DO 🏰
Visit the Petrovaradin Fortress at sunset, chill on the ‘beach’ - The Strand, walk around Danube Park & stare at the beautiful Name of Mary Catholic Church.

You can spend a day in Novi Sad or it’s also great for a weekend getaway. Whichever you choose, just don’t miss Novi Sad on your digital nomad travels through Serbia 🇷🇸

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oops i accidentally booked a flight again 😋⠀ oops i accidentally booked a flight again 😋⠀
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It’s our 4-year digital nomad anniversary today! It’s our 4-year digital nomad anniversary today!

On June 19, 2018, Matthew and I landed in Bali, Indonesia to start our full-time digital nomad journey. As young 23/24 year olds, we bought two one-way tickets with no plan.

🤷🏻‍♀️ Were we crazy? Maybe. 
🤷🏻‍♀️ Were we naive? Maybe. 
✔️ Were we brave? Yes, we had to be. 

This day was the most exciting, thrilling and adventurous day but also the most nerve-wracking, scariest and toughest decision we made. It was the day EVERYTHING changed for us!

We’ve been judged and criticized for this lifestyle. I mean - we were working remotely before it became a “norm”. We don’t have a home base or a white picket fence. Our only belongings are what could fit in a single suitcase. 

Its certainly not for everyone but it’s what we've chosen for ourselves. 

While it’s not the perfect lifestyle that’s it constantly portrayed, we are so happy we took the leap of faith and we will never take this freedom for granted!

We’ve had the privilege to learn so much about other cultures, meet so many incredible & inspiring people (you know who you are) and explore this beautiful world.

Grateful, to say the least. 
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We made it to London! 🇬🇧⠀ ⠀ After 3.5 mo We made it to London! 🇬🇧⠀
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After 3.5 months in Colombia, we were itching for a new adventure and it all starts right here for us!⠀
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This is our 3rd time in London and it never gets old. There's always so much more to explore!
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