Reflecting on an Epic 2010: Adventures, Milestones, and 2011 Travel Plans
As I reflect on 2010, it's challenging to know where to begin. The year brought thrilling adventures and transformative changes for Scott and me.
– In January 2010, after three years of dating, we moved in together and have cherished every moment since.
– In April, we took a six-week sabbatical from work to explore Southeast Asia and Australia's east coast.
– In August, we launched Ordinary Traveler, dedicating ourselves to building a lifestyle business around our passion for travel.
– We closed the year with warm weather, great waves, and connections with fellow travelers in the Dominican Republic.
Our Most Popular Posts of 2010
- Choosing a Travel Backpack
- 10 Free Things To Do In New Jersey
- Do Dolphins Always Smile?
- Does Long-Term Travel Have an Expiration Date?
- Eat Pray Love and Surf in Bali
Most Popular Photos of the Week
- Jellies in Motion
- Kecak Fire Dance – Bali
- Catalina Island Pelican Duo
- Musical Mural – Eureka, California
- Drunk Nuns in Prague
Exciting Plans for 2011
– Prioritizing photography and surfing, our greatest passions.
– Simplifying life by eliminating mental and material clutter.
– Releasing our comprehensive ebook packed with travel insights.
– A two-week photography expedition to Nepal in April, a top bucket-list destination.
We're thrilled about Ordinary Traveler's future. In just 4.5 months, we've achieved an Alexa ranking of 112,000—thanks to your unwavering support through our posts and photography. We aim to break 100,000 in 2011!
Our New Year's Day featured minimal surf in San Diego, so we explored tidepools at Swami's Beach in Encinitas during a negative low tide.
We wish you a happy and healthy 2011. Share your suggested destinations or site feedback in the comments below.
