Boots, Bikes and Border Crossings

  • A Little Lamb, a Big Fight and a Whole Lot of Hope

    Well, this morning the sun finally decided to put in an appearance after a couple of days of rain and grey skies. And just when I thought it was going to be a lovely, peaceful morning, the Gaucho appeared carrying a tiny lamb in his arms. Unfortunately, this little girl was in a very bad…

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  • The Farm’s Newest Pet Condo

    Well, life is certainly never dull at the farm! My little hutch, which was originally built for the lambs, has now become something of a farm animal share house. At night, the lambs, turtles and the little pullets all pile in together, proving once again that apparently nobody here believes in personal space! And there…

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  • Maybe Paraguay Knows Something We Don’t…

    Well, it seems Paraguay is starting to get noticed! An article published by Travel + Leisure recently highlights Paraguay as an emerging retirement and digital-nomad hotspot — thanks to its relatively low cost of living, affordable property, flexible residency options and some attractive tax advantages. Apparently, you can still find a one-bedroom apartment in one…

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  • My New Adventure Is My Old Adventure

    Well… things haven’t quite worked out as planned — but maybe that’s exactly how they’re supposed to be. I was all set for my next adventure, heading off to Marilyn’s friend’s place. But something just didn’t feel right. I had that little gut feeling saying, “Don’t go.” So, for once, I listened. I cancelled and…

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  • “Time to Leave… But Not Before One Last Tablecloth!”

    Well, my last few days here have arrived, and Thursday morning I’ll be heading off to my next adventure. It’s been a busy weekend. I got quite a few things finished, including more curtains, and finally got the sail up beside the pool area. Luckily, Kim has arrived — a German guy in his 40s…

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  • Sometimes You Just Follow the Feeling

    When the mind won’t slow down and the ideas keep coming, sometimes you just have to go with it! I’ve been in Paraguay for just over a month today, and I’m now seriously considering staying until February. I’m heading up the road to another Workaway for a few weeks, extending my visa and seeing what…

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Visited Countries

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Route Plan (Eastern Europe)

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About Me

Happy, grateful, and full of joy – that’s how I see my life. Growing up in the small country town of Karaka, New Zealand, I was a curious little girl who dreamed of seeing the world. At 14, I took my first trip overseas to Fiji, and since then I’ve explored 66 countries, each adventure filling me with wonder at new cultures, unexpected moments, and the thrill of discovery.

I’ve leapt from planes, dived into unseen depths of the ocean, pedaled across borders, and roared through deserts on motorbikes. From crossing the Gobi Desert on two wheels to cruising down to Antarctica, from riding through roads less traveled to moments that took my breath away, I collect memories, not possessions.

Contact Me

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Prefer email? Charlie.allen1412@gmail.com