Just sit right back and you’ll hear a tale of a man with an unhealthy obsession for a 16-year-old girl, and the rock castle he built in her honor. Like most crazed people, he found himself in Florida.
Author: Valerie Conners
I am a writer, digital content producer and editor who has chosen to pursue location independence, intent on living a life I love -- a life extraordinary. I'm happiest when traipsing through a new locale, lounging on Thai island beaches and bargaining for bangles in Indian markets.
Location Independent Jobs: How to Earn a Living on the Road
These location independent jobs will give you an idea of your work-on-the-road options — and maybe inspire you to rethink your current career plan.
Local’s Miami Beach: North Beach > South Beach
Don’t be fooled, you would-be traveler to Miami Beach! South Beach might be the tourist epicenter of Miami Beach, but it is most certainly, NOT where it’s at. Head a few miles to North Beach — a blissful world away from South Beach’s madness.
2014 Year in Review, Passenger Conners-style
There was love, laughter, great explorations, a resurrection of Jesus, and one time, I accidentally bought psychotropic drugs. 2014 was a helluva year, folks.
Best of Miami: Key Biscayne
Best beach, best island, best mellow vibe. Which category does Key Biscayne fit into? That’s a trick question, silly. The answer is ALL of them.
11 Ways to Prepare for Location Independent Living
Before you set out on your nomadic living adventure — or before you even DECIDE to do so — it helps to break down and consider the major steps you’ll need to take. While my list of 11 ways to prepare is by no means comprehensive, it’s a start that helped keep me sane (well, mostly).
Fear and Loathing in a Florida Campground
Our Halloween camping trip to Naples, FL was a heady mix of senior citizens, Florida Man and his ex-girlfriend, $8 vodka (theirs, not ours), and a meticulous raccoon.
Art Basel 2014: Miami’s Culture and Creativity Hub
The artsy chaos of Art Basel has erupted in Miami this week, with smaller festivals, shows, and parties dotting the landscape from Wynwood and Midtown to South Beach and North Beach.
Pitbull and Enrique: The Most Miami Thing to Happen in Miami, Ever
Pitbull is a bald beacon of joy. What I didn’t know was that he’s also a bit of a philosopher. Yes, you read that right.
When Gulls Cry (Or a trip to Cape May with Momala)
In fairness, no one could have seen the seagull coming. Then my mom let out a screech that could put the Wicked Witch of the West to shame.
Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park
When given the chance to travel to Colorado and visit Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park, I straightened my imaginary cowgirl hat and said, “Westward, ho!”
Denver: More than the Weed, Really
Take a gander at my top Denver picks from my recent trip, and let me know what I need to see and do next time!