3 years of
Jaunts & Javas
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We spent 36 months living & working remotely across the U.S., Central America, South America, Europe, & Asia.
Skim our 1 page memento sharing a photo, some stats, a hike, and a coffee shop from each spot.
50+ AIRBNBS • 19 COUNTRIES • 19 STATES • NOW, PORTSMOUTH, NH
01 • FEB 2021
San Francisco
POPULATION 815,201 • FAMOUS FOR Dolores Park, Alcatraz, Cable Cars, Silicon Valley, Karl the Fog, Tech, Victorian, El Farolito burritos
02 • MAR 2021
San Diego
POPULATION 1,382,000 • FAMOUS FOR Beaches, Balboa Park, USS Midway, SeaWorld, Gaslamp Quarter, Tijuana, Zoo, Surfing, Mediterranean Climate, Craft Beer, Navy Presence
03 • APR 2021
Bisbee
POPULATION 4,911 • FAMOUS FOR Artistic, Historic, Mining Town, Turquoise, Copper Queen Hotel, Lavender Pit, Stairs, Ghost Tours, Quirky, Bohemian, Eclectic, Vintage Shops
01 • APR/MAY 2021
PRESCOTT
POPULATION 46,833 • FAMOUS FOR Whiskey Row, Courthouse Plaza, Ponderosa Pines, Rodeo, Thumb Butte, Victorian Homes, Antiques, Western Heritage, Mild Climate, Outdoor Recreation
02 • MAY 2021
DURANGO
POPULATION 19,223 • FAMOUS FOR Silverton Railroad, Animas River, Mesa Verde, Old West, Fort Lewis College, Mountains, Wild West Atmosphere, Narrow Gauge Railway, Native American Heritage, Western Scenery
03 • JUN 2021
BRECKENRIDGE
POPULATION 5,024 • FAMOUS FOR Skiing, Main Street, Rocky Mountains, Snowboarding, Festivals, Quaint Downtown, Blue River, Ski Resorts, Alpine Charm, Outdoor Activities, Après-Ski, Craft Breweries
07 • JUN/JULY 2021
BOSTON
POPULATION 629,842 • FAMOUS FOR Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, Harvard University, Clam Chowder, Tea Party, History, New England, Revolutionary War, Boston Marathon, Academic Hub, Irish Heritage
08 • JUL 2021
Coral Bay
POPULATION 105,870 • FAMOUS FOR Coral Reefs, Snorkeling, Virgin Islands, Relaxation, Cruz Bay, Water Sports, Caribbean, Ecotourism, Crystal Clear Waters, Marine Life, Island Paradise
09 • JUL 2021
Idaho Falls
POPULATION 66,898 • FAMOUS FOR Snake River, Yellowstone Gateway, Greenbelt, Idaho Potato Museum, Outdoor Activities, Scenic Views, Family-Friendly, Fly Fishing, Falls Park, Local Art Scene
10 • AUG 2021
Lincoln
POPULATION 1,096 • FAMOUS FOR Rocky Mountain Retreat, Clearwater River, Outdoor Adventure, Hiking Trails, Unabomber, Wildlife, Hunting, Rugged, Starry Nights, Small Town Charm
11 • AUG/SEP 2021
Missoula
POPULATION 76,599 • FAMOUS FOR University of Montana, Clark Fork River, Art Galleries, Craft Beer, Outdoor Recreation, Riverfront Trail, Lively Music Scene, Western Montana, Outdoor Markets
12 • SEP 2021
Saranac Lake
POPULATION 4,825 • FAMOUS FOR Adirondack Mountains, Lakes, Ice Palace, Outdoor Activities, Arts, Winter Carnival, Small-Town Charm, Canoeing, Snowshoeing, Historic Lodges
13 • OCT 2021
Brownfield
POPULATION 1,658 • FAMOUS FOR Outdoor Recreation, Fall Foliage, Covered Bridges, Fryeburg Fair, Scenic Drives, White Mountains, Rural, Serene Landscapes, Maple Syrup, Farm-to-Table Dining
14 • OCT 2021
Cambridge
POPULATION 115,881 • FAMOUS FOR Harvard, MIT, Charles River, Harvard Square, Intellectual Hub, Innovation, Red Line, Historic Architecture, Cambridge Common, Bookstores, Academic Excellence
15 • NOV 2021
Key Largo
POPULATION 9,670 • FAMOUS FOR Florida Keys, Diving, Snorkeling, John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, Islamorada, Tropical Paradise, Marine Conservation, Water Adventures, Wildlife, Key Lime Coladas
16 • DEC 2021
Uvita
POPULATION 1,501 • FAMOUS FOR Marino Ballena National Park, Whale Watching, Waterfalls, Rainforest, Wildlife, Beachfront Paradise, Surfing, Pura Vida Lifestyle
17 • DEC 2021
La Fortuna
POPULATION 19,004 • FAMOUS FOR Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs, Adventure Tours, Rainforest, Wildlife, Volcanic Scenery, Hiking, Hanging Bridges, Ecotourism, Natural Beauty
18 • JAN 2022
Buenos Aires
POPULATION 15,490,415 • FAMOUS FOR La Boca, Recoleta Cemetery, Teatro Colón, Steak, Argentina, European Influence, Vibrant Nightlife, Cafe Culture, Patagonia, Palermo Neighborhood
19 • FEB 2022
Bariloche
POPULATION 144,726 • FAMOUS FOR Patagonia, Andes Mountains, Lakes, Chocolate, Skiing, Nahuel Huapi National Park, Swiss Chalet Architecture, Alpine Beauty, Outdoor Adventures, Chocolate Shops
20 • MAR 2022
Valparaiso
POPULATION 267,213 • FAMOUS FOR Colorful Houses, Pablo Neruda’s House, Cerro Alegre, Street Art, Pacific Ocean, Bohemian Vibe, Valparaíso Port, Bohemian Arts Scene, Seaside Views
21 • MAR 2022
Lagos
POPULATION 31,049 • FAMOUS FOR Algarve, Beaches, Caves, Praia da Dona Ana, Cliff Diving, Portugal, Atlantic Coast, Kayaking, Cave Exploration, Scenic Coastline, Mediterranean Cuisine
22 • MAR/APR 2022
Lisbon
POPULATION 3,000,536 • FAMOUS FOR Digital Nomads, Time Out Market, Fado Music, Trams, Jerónimos Monastery, Pasteis de Nata, Seven Hills, Portugal, Historic Charm, Riverside Promenade, Azulejos Tiles, Seafood Cuisine
23 • MAY 2022
Zermatt
POPULATION 5,800 • FAMOUS FOR Matterhorn, Skiing, Swiss Alps, Gornergrat Railway, Alpine Village, Switzerland, Car-free Town, Hiking Trails, Winter Wonderland, Chocolate
24 • MAY/JUN 2022
Rovinj
POPULATION 14,294 • FAMOUS FOR Wine, Istrian Peninsula, Old Town, Adriatic Sea, Saint Euphemia’s Basilica, Croatia, Mediterranean Coast, Venetian Influence, Cobblestone Streets, Istrian Cuisine
25 • JUN 2022
Chania
POPULATION 55,838 • FAMOUS FOR Venetian Harbor, Samaria Gorge, Archaeological Sites, Mediterranean Cuisine, Charming Old Town, Blue Flag Beaches, Greek Hospitality, Olive Oil, Freddos, Goats
26 • JUN/JUL 2022
Copenhagen
POPULATION 1,381,005 • FAMOUS FOR Tivoli Gardens, Little Mermaid Statue, Bicycles, Nyhavn, Danish Design, Denmark, Green Initiatives, Canals, Scandinavian Cuisine, Hygge Lifestyle
27 • JUL 2022
Inverness
POPULATION 82,383 • FAMOUS FOR Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Culloden Battlefield, Ness Islands, Highland Games, Highland Scenery, Whisky Distilleries, Castles, Scottish Folklore, Balmoral Castle
28 • JUL/AUG 2022
glasgow
POPULATION 635,100 • FAMOUS FOR Scottish Enlightenment, Riverside Museum, SEC Centre, Victorian Architecture, Music, Cultural Diversity, Hipster, Art Galleries, Merchant City, Scottish Football
29 • AUG 2022
Edinburgh
POPULATION 526,470 • FAMOUS FOR Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, Arthur’s Seat, Fringe Festival, Royal Residences, Scottish History, Harry Potter
30 • AUG/SEP 2022
Acton
POPULATION 23,662 • FAMOUS FOR Minute Man National Historical Park, West Acton Creamery, Quainty, Acton Arboretum, Revolutionary War, Historic Sites, Nature Trails, Family-friendly, New England Charm
31 • OCT 2022
kiLlington
POPULATION 1,407 • FAMOUS FOR Vermont, Skiing, Snowboarding, Green Mountains, Apres-Ski, Adventure Sports, Ski Village, Snowy Peaks, Fall Foliage, Vermont Craft Beer
32 • NOV 2022
asheville
POPULATION 94,067 • FAMOUS FOR Blue Ridge Mountains, Biltmore Estate, Craft Beer, Appalachian Trail, Arts Scene, Bohemian Spirit, Mountain Retreat, Music Festivals, Outdoor Art
33 • DEC/JAN 2022
Lake atitlan
POPULATION 350,282 • FAMOUS FOR Guatemalan Highlands, Mayan Culture, Volcanoes, Indigenous Villages, San Marcos, Volcanic Lake, Spiritual Retreats, Handwoven Textiles, Natural Beauty
- Pacaya Volcano
- Sababa Cafe
- San Marcos
34 • JAN 2023
antigua
POPULATION 46,054 • FAMOUS FOR Colonial Architecture, Ruins, Volcanoes, Coffee Plantations, Semana Santa, Guatemala, UNESCO World Heritage, Cobblestone Streets, Central American Charm, Spanish Language Schools
35 • JAN/FEB/MAR 2023
austin
POPULATION 964,177 • FAMOUS FOR Live Music, Dirty 6th, BBQ, Bat Bridge, South by Southwest, Barton Springs, Music Capital, Food Trucks, Tech Hub, Rainey Street, Outdoor Activities
36 • APR/MAR 2023
santa fe
POPULATION 88,193 • FAMOUS FOR Pueblo Architecture, Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, Santa Fe Opera, Native American Art, Adobe Style, Santa Fe Trail, High Desert Landscape, Art Galleries
37 • JUN 2023
denver
POPULATION 711,463 • FAMOUS FOR Mile High City, Rocky Mountains, Coors Field, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Craft Beer, Outdoor Adventure, Sports Hub, Art Museums, Microbreweries
38 • JUN 2023
dover
POPULATION 33,171 • FAMOUS FOR New England Charm, Cocheco River, Fall Foliage, Historic Downtown, Garrison Hill Tower, Cocheco Mills, Local Hikes, New Hampshire Seacoast
39 • JUL 2023
bergen
POPULATION 271,949 • FAMOUS FOR Bryggen Wharf, Fjords, Fish Market, Hanseatic League, Flam Railway, Scenic Beauty, Coastal Charm, Rainy, Bergenhus Fortress, Norwegian Cuisine
40 • AUG 2023
lofoten islands
POPULATION 24,500 • FAMOUS FOR Fishing Villages, Northern Lights, Hiking, Arctic Circle, Dramatic Landscapes, Midnight Sun, Viking Heritage, Outdoor Adventures, Quaint Villages
41 • AUG 2023
prague
POPULATION 1,309,000 • FAMOUS FOR Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, War History, Old Town Square, Astronomical Clock, Fairytale City, Bohemian Culture, Historic Architecture, Beer
42 • AUG/SEP 2023
Garmisch
POPULATION 26,178 • FAMOUS FOR Bavarian Alps, Zugspitze, Skiing, Partnach Gorge, Winter Sports, Alpine Retreat, Bavarian Charm, Hiking Trails, Scenic Beauty
43 • SEP 2023
munich
POPULATION 1,472,000 • FAMOUS FOR Oktoberfest, Marienplatz, BMW Welt, Nymphenburg Palace, Beer Gardens, Bavarian Culture, Beer Halls
44 • OCT 2023
los angeles
POPULATION 3,849,000 • FAMOUS FOR Hollywood, Beaches, Entertainment Capital, Griffith Observatory, Rodeo Drive, Universal Studios, Diversity, City of Angels
45 • OCT/NOV 2023
kathmandu
POPULATION 1,571,000 • FAMOUS FOR Kathmandu Valley, Swayambhunath Stupa, Durbar Square, Himalayan Culture, Temples, Trekking Hub, Spiritual Retreats, Monkey Temple, Adventure Tourism
46 • NOV 2023
tokyo
POPULATION 37,115,035 • FAMOUS FOR Shibuya Crossing, Imperial Palace, Cherry Blossoms, Tsukiji Fish Market, Harajuku Fashion, Neon Lights, Meiji Shrine, Sushi
47 • NOV 2023
kyoto
POPULATION 1,442,000 • FAMOUS FOR Bamboo Groves, Japanase cuisine, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Traditional Culture, Geisha Districts, Zen Gardens, Tea Ceremonies, Temples
48 • NOV 2023
osaka
POPULATION 2,069,000 • FAMOUS FOR Osaka Castle, Dotonbori, Universal Studios, Street Food, Vibrant Nightlife, Tempozan Ferris Wheel, Umeda Sky Building
49 • DEC 2023
mirissa
POPULATION 1,472,000 • FAMOUS FOR Secret Beach, Whale Watching, Surfing, Coconut Trees, Sri Lankan Cuisine, Relaxation, Turtle Conservation, Coastal Town
50 • DEC 2023
ella
POPULATION 3,849,000 • FAMOUS FOR Ella Rock, Nine Arch Bridge, Tea Plantations, Little Adam’s Peak, Hiking Trails, Waterfalls, Trendy Cafes, Scenic Views, Train Rides
51 • DEC 2023
Alleppey
POPULATION 3,849,000 • FAMOUS FOR Backwaters, Houseboats, Kerala Cuisine, Alappuzha Beach, Snake Boat Races, Ayurvedic Treatments, Canals, Serene Environment
52 • DEC 2023
munnar
POPULATION 1,472,000 • FAMOUS FOR Tea Plantations, Spice Gardens, Ayurveda, Anamudi Peak, Mattupetty Dam, Neelakurinji Blooms, Hill Station, Nature Trails
53 • JAN/FEB/MAR 2024
Portsmouth
POPULATION 22,456 • FAMOUS FOR Historic Seaport, Strawbery Banke, Kittery, Restaurant Scene, Prescott Park, Isles of Shoals, White Mountains, Jenness Beach, Conservation Land, Maritime, Colonial Architecture, The Ocean, Piscataqua River
& BEYOND
...That's ALL For Now
This mini project combined my passion for travel, data viz, and experimentation with new AI tools.
A few of my favorite places we lived: Chania Greece, Bariloche Argentina, Antigua Guatemala, & Durango Colorado.
Reach out if you’d like more travel recs or are looking to hire a remote UX or Product Designer in 2024 🙂
– Jenn Kappel
