52 Weeks of Fearless Features

52 Weeks of Fearless is a travel feature series featuring profiles of women travelers whose lives have been shaped by their wanderlust. It is a gift from travelers, for travelers, whether you've visited 99 countries or have yet to leave your hometown

My hope is that these individuals inspire you to hold onto your travel dreams and pursue them, even in the face of the unforeseen adversity brought on by Covid-19.

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Fearless Friday No. 38 - Chelsea, Foreign Service Officer in Brazil

"As a semi-nomad, who has lived in six countries and counting, I never thought I would have the opportunity to represent my country overseas."

Fearless Friday No. 36 - Sooz, sustainable travel blogger, founder of Curiosity Saves

"Every traveler can bring something new to the table and showcase a unique experience. If all travel bloggers are writing about the same 10 things, it contributes to over-tourism and economic inequality."

Fearless Friday No. 37 - Jess, VIPKid Teacher Extraordinaire in Strasbourg, France

"During what was supposed to be a three-month internship volunteering in refugee camps in the Thessaloniki area, I found my passion, I found love, and I found my new home."

Fearless Friday No. 35 - Kacie, Paris and Vintage Fashion Blogger

"There’s definitely a sense of loss that comes with letting go of a career path I studied for and worked towards, but there’s also a sense of excitement about the opportunity to create something new. "

Fearless Friday No. 34 - Cait, British Expat Blogger in Oman

"I am a firm believer in transferrable skills – you can always use the skills you have learned travelling and thriving in different cultures..."

Fearless Friday No. 33 - Alyssa from Transatlantic Living Blog

"One day my French teacher came up to me and asked if I’d ever thought about going abroad. Obviously, I hadn’t...sitting on my couch in my apartment in France, seven years later, I’m sure glad she thought to ask me!"

Fearless Friday No. 32 - Alexia, English Teacher & Content Creator in South Korea

"...a student shared that he used to be afraid of Black people as he believed the negative stereotypes portrayed in mainstream media of Black people. Through my class and getting to know me personally, it had been a shift for him. At that moment, I knew the work I was doing was meaningful."

Fearless Friday No. 31 - Candace, Former Flight Attendant Turned ESL Teacher and Blogger in South Korea

"The road that led me here was definitely a winding one... as I adjust to my new home in South Korea, I love sharing the bitter and sweet moments of this new exciting chapter of my life... to hopefully encourage other Women, especially WOC, to make the move abroad.

Fearless Friday No. 30 - Courtney, Travel Content Creator (currently: Mexico)

"I wanted to go to Rio de Janeiro and when I couldn’t find anyone to go with, I chose to embrace it and go on my very first solo adventure to “the most dangerous city in the world.”"

Fearless Friday No. 29 - Lara, Slovenian in Germany

"I think my career path would have been totally different if I have stayed in Slovenia. Living abroad made me realize that I wasn’t meant for the “ordinary” office 9-5 job."

Fearless Friday No. 28 - Jash, Nomadic Teacher in Haiti

"I can’t stop moving to new countries. I may have a slight addiction. So far I’ve lived and taught in Italy, Senegal, South Korea & now I’m on the BEAUTIFUL tropical island of Haiti."

Fearless Friday No. 27 - Lara, American living in Bulgaria

"...I was ready for a big change even before I met my hubby. So, when we started dating, there was no question where we would live. I loved Bulgaria from visiting and we both knew it was the right place for us."

Fearless Friday No. 26 - Latrice, Senior Lecturer of English

"I didn’t study to be a teacher, but it seems that in all aspects of my life I somehow end up teaching."

Fearless Friday No. 25 - Marguerite, Berlin Travel Blogger

"Some people back home said I wouldn’t last in Australia for three months. Well, I ended up staying for close to three years."

Fearless Friday No. 24 - Steph, British Expat in New Jersey, USA

"It’s been a huge adjustment (you wouldn’t think a move from an English speaking country to another English speaking country would be that different?!)."

Fearless Friday No. 23 - Natalie, Berlin Expat, Blogger, and Copywriter

"There is never going to be the perfect time for anything, new responsibilities will continue to show up and demand time from you, so don’t let them stop you from living the life you want."

Fearless Friday No. 22 – Carolyn, Lifestyle Journalist & Founder of Almost Diplomatic

"After leaving for our first post, I started freelancing as a lifestyle journalist. I also created Almost Diplomatic, a lifestyle b/vlog on featuring... travel, beauty, dining out, and everything related to being a Millennial diplomat’s wife."

Fearless Friday No. 21 - Tanisha, Founder of Girl Meets Glass in Paris

"I initially came here for just a semester to teach wine courses at a business school, but I loved it and wanted it to be my life."

Fearless Friday No. 20 - Claire, Blogger and Berlin Freelance Visa Holder

"When I graduated college, I thought I’d work in an office my whole life as an editor or writer of some kind. I knew that people freelanced full-time, but it never occurred to me that I could do that with my life."

Fearless Friday No. 19 - Taylor; Director, President of Cygnet Theatre in Paris

"From the moment I belted out my first rendition of Les Champs-Élysées... I began to believe that the lights just might shine brighter in Paris."

Introducing February Special Features! "Fearless in Love: International Relationships" takes travel chops to a whole new level

Fearless in Love: International Relationship No. 5 - BONUS FEATURE - Elisabeth and Léo, cofounders of Inglês Na Hora

"My partner is Leonardo, or “Léo.” He is from the most beautiful place in the world – an island off the southeastern coast of Brazil called Florianópolis. It´s where we live together now!"

Fearless in Love: International Relationship No. 4. - Rebecca and Fred

"The one question everyone asked me after that was, “what if it doesn’t work out?” My response was simple, “but what if it does?” And, well, it did."

Fearless in Love: International Relationship No. 3 - Attaliah & Robin

"The following day, Robin was supposed to leave the island and my friend and I were going to head to an all day excursion. Then the rain happened. I was out on the patio after fixing our plans & Robin came to say hello."

Fearless in Love: International Relationship No. 2 - Alyona & Arben

"We met on August 17, 2009 in a small European country called Montenegro... our relationship was long distance for 9.5 years and during that time we built a strong, lifelong friendship, partnership, union, and family."

Fearless in Love: International Relationship No. 1 - Naomi & Jostein

"I got a new job in Oslo; we bought an apartment together that I only saw over FaceTime; I moved to Norway; a pandemic broke out and I got furloughed; we got engaged; we got married; we moved back to the U.S. for three months and didn’t see each other for 2.5 of them... all within a little less than a year."

Fearless Friday No. 18 - Sinclair, teacher at the American School of Tangier in Morocco

"[Tangier] is an ideal city to be in to understand the influence of both Spain and France in Morocco."

Fearless Friday No. 17 - Molly, Professional Pastry Chef

"I love the creative aspect [of my job] and working with people! A lot of my job involves empowering people to have confidence in the kitchen to try new things. I LOVE it!!"

Fearless Friday No. 16 - Chloe, founder of My Life Living Abroad

"Once I finished university and realised my level of French was still nowhere near where I wanted it to be, I decided to move to France to improve it."

Fearless Friday No. 15 - Stéphanie, co-founder of Strafari

"Even though I grew up in the French system in Norway and have had an easier time integrating in France than those who are completely new to French culture, I’m still very much Scandinavian at heart."

Fearless Friday No. 14 - Christina, founder of Happy to Wander

"There will be curveballs no matter what (hello, 2020!!). So, you might as well make the curveballs something exciting that YOU choose... "

Fearless Friday No. 13 - Emily, autoentrepreneur in France

"Hi! I’m Emily. I’m a dog person who adopted and loves a cat, a passionate singer who has never sought to make a cent off of it, and a homebody who has found myself an ocean across from where I grew up."

Fearless Friday No. 12 - Mia, founder of Evoke Copywriting

"After I tried teaching ESL on several platforms, I also realized I need to be my own boss, make my own schedule, and live anywhere I want."

Fearless Friday No. 11 - Gracie, Alsatian wine connoisseur

"I’ve learned so much about other cultures, other ways of life, views of how to handle situations. My group of friends is from France, multiple countries from South America, New Zealand, Spain... the list goes on!"

Fearless Friday No. 10 - Aisha, immigration law student

"One thing I’ve learned is that no matter what the option set is, the right choice is the one you make. You are the one who connects the dots and carries the thread of passions and interests into each new career/life step."

Fearless Friday No. 9 - Laura, freelancer, founder of Story of a City tours in Paris, France

"For example, when you’re working international events like the Olympics or the World Cup, you’re working with, and have to get along with, people from all over the world."

Fearless Friday No. 8 - Adama, finance consultant by day, Maverick Goddess always

"I would say that people should find what else they are passionate about and incorporate it into their travels. I didn’t quit my job in order to see the world..."

Fearless Friday No. 7 - Allie, DR Peace Corps Alum

"When we are young it is also the most convenient time to travel the world."

Fearless Friday No. 6 - Alexandra; Lecturer, Expedition Guide, Polar Guide

"Travel can stimulate and promote personal growth by forcing you to get comfortable with being uncomfortable! I love pushing my comfort zones and challenging myself!"

Fearless Friday No. 5 - Erika, founer of The Adventurous Epicure

"One thing to keep in mind is that travelers are definitely not free from anxiety or fear - it’s okay to feel those things but the key is not to let them stop you from going."

Fearless Friday No. 4 - Candace, founder of Candace Abroad

"As I balance life as a teacher, MBA student, travel blogger, and podcaster, my mission in life is to seek joy and inspire my audience to do the same — which may mean booking a flight or two."

Fearless Friday No. 3 - Mandie, founder of Presque Perfection

"I think someone who enjoys living abroad would need to be optimistic, independent, and brave. It takes a lot of guts to show up and attempt to establish yourself...You need a thick skin..."

Fearless Friday No. 2 Kerry, Study Abroad Coordinator

"Even if you want to work in a completely different field, I firmly believe that going abroad can help you achieve your professional and personal goals."

Fearless Friday No. 1 - Hildy, international school teacher

"A word of caution: do not assume that because you speak English you will necessarily be a great fit for any job overseas."

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Fearless Friday No. 28 - Jash, Nomadic Teacher in Haiti

"I can’t stop moving to new countries. I may have a slight addiction. So far I’ve lived and taught in Italy, Senegal, South Korea & now I’m on the BEAUTIFUL tropical island of Haiti."