I'm glad you enjoyed some of the details that made me who I am. This life is not for everyone. It's my first time traveling alone. I always had a girlfriend. But I'm enjoying traveling alone a lot more than I thought I would. Every decision is mine at any given moment, and I meet a lot more people being a solo traveler too.

Yes for most it's best to own, as you say rent leaves you with nothing in the end. But at the same time, owning leave you in charge of the upkeep, but often that isn't a big deal. Did you mention, a boyfriend in debt! Yikes, I'm sure he'll dig himself out of that hole sooner than later. I've never been a fan of debt and was so relieved to pay off my mortgage and leave that situation behind me.

I think that's a great deal you have at his father's now that the tennants are gone. I used to rent rooms in my house to help pay the bills after the roof needed to be replaced and the pool pump blew. It was far from ideal.

Anyway I see many long vacations in your future, until then you can keep on eye on my blog and many other's who travel to get some good ideas. I Have enjoyed getting to know you and looking forward to continuing to do so. I'll certainly be in-touch! -Dan