We’ve been dreaming of this trip for five years, since shortly after we started dating. We didn’t have much of a plan to start, besides “travel for a whole year.” At the time, we were both getting established in our careers, and by the time we finally decided to make the trip happen, we had a lot of momentum. But we chose to put this once-in-a-lifetime adventure first. So we sold our house, left our jobs, and booked our flights.
We’ve been lucky enough to travel internationally together over the last few years, to Aruba, Scotland, Indonesia, Thailand, and Israel. Our trips to Southeast Asia inspired us to build so much of this one around the region, including a long stay in Bali, where we honeymooned right after our wedding. We’re going back to Scotland to celebrate another wedding in the Highlands, so we figured we’d spend some time in Europe, too. And of course, who doesn’t want to visit Japan, Korea and China?
We’re so excited, and so fortunate, to set off on an experience like this. We fully expect to grow as individuals and as a couple along the way. Challenge, adaptability and creativity have defined who we are, and we’re so happy to share the journey with friends, family, and whoever else wants to follow along.
Matt & Shan
