Is how we intend to live from this day on. Until when? We have not thought about it yet. Our destinations? Unknown. What I can tell you though is that we have just stepped on the land down under this morning. Australia is where this epic family vagabonding begins.
Why a nomadic lifestyle?
We’ve been called silly, crazy, immature and irresponsible. And people positively assume (probably betting on it) that we will not have a good life, however they define such term. But nothing and no one could ever hold us down.
When we tied the knot, I knew that I have found the right partner to “settle around” with. Both of us were craving for a nomadic lifestyle because we cannot simply stay put knowing that there’s a kaleidoscope world out there waiting for us!
Before we met, we were pretty much a couple of wandering souls already. We crossed paths in U.A.E. (we left our respective home countries to work and travel overseas), quit our jobs after 6 months of dating and backpacked around South East Asia together. We got hitched the same year, and got a baby on the way just after the honeymoon.
I don’t wanna bore you with the details, but as you can see, these snippets of our history prove that traveling is not only a part of our life… It is our life. And I couldn’t imagine living any other way.
And no, we’re not a couple of high rollers globetrotting first class. We may even be in the same salary bracket (that can’t make anyone rich) as you. Thing is we don’t spend our money on dining out (except street food!), shopping, mortgage and other commodities that aren’t described as basic. We’d rather buy flights on sale. That’s just how we roll.
You might be wondering why we chose pricey Australia as our first stop (and why in the middle of winter!). Actually, we will be attending my hubby’s graduation in July. To maximize the trip (we only paid $170 each for the flight because of a seat sale, Clark-KL-Gold Coast), we scheduled visits to a few of its famous destinations in Queensland and New South Wales. Nothing too adventurous however for the baby.
Where to next? We only booked one-way tickets, so we’re free to fly to whatever country we like after our shindig here, as long as we could afford it (and as long as it ain’t complicated for me to apply for a visa). Or maybe, we’ll just head back to the Philippines forthwith to live in different provinces. So our baby Luna will be introduced to all the local cuisines/delicacies, grow to be multi-dialectal and have buddies nationwide.
The world offers so much possibilities and we are out to “explore, dream and discover”. I gotta buckle up, this is going to be one wild ride!
PS Do you collect postcards? If you do, send us your address! We will be sending a postcard to one reader each month.
…and why not? go where your heart desires!
And so I shall 🙂
I love your life! Thank you for sharing it with all of us 🙂
Cute naman ng traveling buddy nyo. The beauty of growing up in these times is that she will have your blog to go back to when she’s older! (Which reminds me I have yet to send her a note! Waah!)
Thanks Kate 🙂 We may not have much possessions, but we got loads of awesome stories to tell!
Aleah, and that is one brilliant purpose of this blog! Will wait for your note, then will tell Luna to send you a postcard someday!
I wish I could have your life…ka inggit!
Congrats on taking the leap, Gay! Not everyone is as brave as you and Sherv to follow your passion. I hope I’ll bump into you guys on the road someday 😀
wishing you and your fam all the best in your travels gay, mukhang madami akong aabangang malulupit na istorya mo ah. you have been an inspiration! tnx tnx! 🙂
nomadic lifestyle.. correct, others call it crazy.
and I am inspired by this post..
Hi Gay. You lead a very exciting life. The more you can do without, the more rewarding. I remember following the blog of another blogger I know, who met another blogger, got married, had a baby, continued to travel like you, and now a bit more “settled down” taking up their post grad studies. Saw the babies (2!) growing up through their blogs. So be sure to post Luna’s pics!
i wish i could get up and go again. ive discovered the nomadic lifestyle once but had to give it up.
one day, ill get back on my feet and get back on the road with my Happy Meal.
SunnyT, probably you would in the future 🙂
Nina, hope we bump into you as well!
Pack Up and Drift, di nila alam… marami tayong “crazy!”
Tita Lili, that sounds like a very exciting love story! Will do post lots and lots Luna’s photos 🙂
Eileen, I am sure you could and would! Hope we get to travel with our babies together someday!
from being the pinay travel junkie to a nomadic mom and wife… just awesome transformation gay 🙂 enjoy life… 🙂 regards to luna and sherv
The family that travels together, stays together! More adventures to come Gay!
Enjoy life to Flip, my friend. Cheers to living the dream!
“The family that travels together, stays together!” – Love this Earl! Thank you 🙂
“people positively assume that we will not have a good life” – it’s weird how other people define a good life for others. Have fun Gaye and family. You have the life most people wanted. 🙂
That is so true, Josiah!
wow! i’m envious! way to go… luna is so fortunate to have you as parents! good luck to all three of you! funny, i send postcards to friends too whenever i’m abroad. nobody does them anymore. i just don’t want to lose the tradition. there’s high school guy in india who looked at me as if im from outer space explaining to him how fun it is to send potcards. he said, “why not scan the postcard and send it thru email? that’s faster.” hahaha! again, good luck to all of you! have fun exploring the world, luna!
Ohh we’re so jealous! That is zeelife! Wish we could up and leave too, living out of boxes wandering around is THE good life. Inggit lang yon Gay as they don’t have the courage and strength to do what you guys do. Safe and fun travels!
Ohh wait, one way ticket lang? Buti napayagan ka sa immigration natin?
Thanks Audrey! I always send postcards to Luna, to our address in Manila when we travel. So she could start early with her collection (granting she’d be interested).
Ang high tech talaga ni Mr. Indian! Email na lang lahat… Haha.
Kim/Mj I got an Oz temporary residence visa. Payag sila sa immigration as long as I show a ticket na dun ako tutungo (we did a connecting flight in KL).
hi gay! that is what you called life! 🙂 .. seeing all aspect .. expounding and discovering more of the best parts of life which can only be found outside the box 😉 .. have a great trip!
I love postcards, pwede tau mag private swap? 🙂 thanks gay, kahit message kita sa Fb. pls 🙂
safe travels you guys! for sure its gonna be a wild ride. sooo inggit..
would love some postcard. 🙂
Will definitely have a great trip Johx! Thanks for dropping by!
Sure Liza! Send me a PM 🙂
Nathalie, will contact you through FB as well for the postcard!
=> Follow your heart girl. It is what makes us happy in the long run. Keep posting!
Thanks Ed!
And to everyone, thanks again for the encouraging words!
Have a safe trip Gay and fam! Take care always, will be following your journey 😀
Awesome Tina 🙂
I collect postcards! Weee please to send one 😀
So you’re in Australia right now. WOW. Mark Twain’s quote is my life mantra, in everything -travels, decisions, love, everything. You’re so inspiring PTJ, we’ll be following you in your journey!
ps. gusto din namin ng postcards. 🙂
Mica, sent you a PM on FB 🙂
Thanks Ramona Andresa for following us in our adventures. Sent you a PM too on FB.
Nomadic lifestyle?
Kung saan ka Masaya ma’am, Suportahan taka… 🙂
Cute ni Luna ..:)
got to have someone like you guys as my parents in my next lifetime… hehe… lucky lucy
Salamt sa suporta Tripper!
Very inspiring experience you’ve got there! I’m hoping to meet my other wandering soul in one of my travels too.
As early as now, Luna will get a taste of what it’s like to be a nomad, wandering around the world.
Hope to meet you soon.
From:
Wandering Dylan (a wannabe nomad)
Same here, Dylan! Hope to meet you soon. Hopefully during one of our trips 🙂
By the way, how can I avail of your postcards? Would love to receive one from you guys.
Where can I send my address privately? hehehe
Sure! Send it to gaye.emami@yahoo.com 🙂
it’s love on the road!! Enjoy! And i know you, you’ll be fine and happy with your travel – nomadic style. 🙂 send me one too, gusto ko may autograph ni luna hehe.
Hey Ca… It’s love and bliss on the road! Will send you a PM on FB 🙂
Your story is such an inspiration to travel and discover the world. i wish to do that someday. rock on gay! m/ send me some postcards! ill keep it in my cam bag everytime i travel. 🙂
Aww… Send me your address then. Will message you on FB.
Ngayon ko lang to nalaman!!! hehe..share ko nga din.. Glad you are living your passion bff 🙂 Actually, nakita ko lang to sa post ni Gabe..hahaha!
Haha! Thanks Tin 🙂
Ideal family living, less essentials but more on awesome traveling experiences.
sarap gawing pelikula nitong post mo…. or maybe a series =)…. touched me… this is how i want to live too =) ingat po lagi!
Aww… thanks Ian! Gawin muna nating book. Haha!
Nice how you’re in touch with us. How could have I missed this post?
Just wanna wish you guys the best of luck on the many miles you will travel. Cheers! 🙂
Haha! Lloydy, I’ve been bombarding my blog with late posts the past couple of weeks, that’s prolly why.
Ako na si late reaction! Hehehe I’m happy for you guys. Inspiring post gurl. Makes me want to travel more! You’re living the life most people only dream of! Safe travels to you, Luna & Sherv. Hope our paths will cross again. Australia is definitely on our list next year for sure salisi na naman tayo but who knows! =)
Aww… thanks Karla! And thanks for following our adventures. Hope to travel with you someday!
Hope to travel with you someday too. Tara lets to Brazil! =)
Lesgow! Carnival next year 🙂
Whoa! I wish my partner and I had the same chutzpa. And we don’t even have a kid! Hats off to you and hubby and baby Luna. Envy much!
Thanks AJ! Hihi.
Do you still send postcards? I don’t collect them but it would be awesome to get one from wherever-your-feet-leads-you. Hats off to you and the hubby!
Yes I do! Send me your address 🙂
This sounds awesome! Kudos to you, your hubby and little bundle of joy. I hope I get to find a partner who has the same amount of wanderlust as I do. 🙂 P.S. your little girl looks absolutely adorable! :3
-littlegirlgoesplaces.wordpress 🙂
Aww… thanks 🙂
ahhh, you are living THE life! This my fantasy—to just leave everything behind and travel. But as of now, that’s just it, a fantasy. So i’m wondering, how do you finance this lifestyle since you’re not tied down with work/a job? That’s really the million dollar question for me! 🙂
The hubby and I both work online. Hubby does programming while I write articles. I’m also an occasional virtual assistant 🙂
Damn. You guys are awesome! 😀 This takes courage and dedication to a whole new level. Pretty little Luna is a very lucky girl. She’ll have more stories to tell by the time she’s 18 than some people will ever have in their entire lifetime.
Thank Kat! ‘Til now I still can’t believe that we’re finally doing this whole shebang 🙂
Love it! Carpe diem my friend. =)
Thanks Tin 🙂
I love this spontaneity!
Travelling is really great but with a baby???
I would do it when I am single and young or after the kids have grown up.
When the kids are teeners even if u want them to go with u theyd rather stay home. So why now?
At your age,u should be building a nest egg. When u have saved a bit then go to where your feet brings u.
You still have a long time to pursue your dreams of travelling, your age is just the right age to toil ,after your 30s it would be hard for u to secure a good job.