The Boundless Blog

Flying Solo: Why Boundless Life is a great option for solo-travelling parents

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
One of the questions we are most frequently asked via our website is, “I am a solo parent - can I still join?” We want to shout from the rooftops: Boundless Life is for ALL family units and we enthusiastically welcome solo-parents on a regular basis. We spoke to two Boundless Life mums currently ‘flying solo’ in Tuscany to get their take.
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Travel Insurance vs. Health Insurance: Know the difference to get the right protection for you and your family.

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
July 28, 2023
Insurance. It’s probably not at the top of your list of things to get excited about when planning long-term travel. In fact, I can almost hear you sighing as you are reading this, but let’s power through with this dry but important topic!
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Are we there yet?! Top 10 tips for travelling with kids

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Whether it’s planes, trains or automobiles, parents all dread hearing the immortal words “Are we there yet?!”. These road-tested travel tips have been shared with us by Digital Nomad Families. Grab your builder’s tape (yes, really!) and let’s go!!
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Meet Our “Tween Leader”, Zak! Upper Foundation Educator Extraordinaire

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
If there was a Boundless Life A-Z, the typically impossible-to-fill ‘z’ slot would be occupied by Zak - our ever-popular Upper Foundation educator and original Boundless Education Crew member. Read on to find out why “Is Zak going to be there?!” is now considered an FAQ amongst parents and children alike.
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Taking a Deep Dive Into Bali: 3 months of cultural immersion connection for your family

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Bali is so much more than picture-perfect beaches and Instagrammable moments. Those holidaying here may only have time to scratch the surface of what Bali has to offer culturally, historically, spiritually, gastronomically and visually.
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Time Travelling Digital Nomads: 8 Tips for Working Across Time Zones

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
One of the practical challenges our Digital Nomad parents face is how best to manage their work across different time zones. Whilst this takes a little bit of forward-planning and organisational skills, it certainly isn’t a blocker to slow travel whilst working remotely. Check out Boundless Life’s 8 tips for navigating time zones like a boss!
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Earth Day, Every Day

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Earth Day is a big deal in our Boundless Education calendar as it is an opportunity to consolidate so many of our efforts and learnings throughout the year into a range of activities that bring the day’s significance and meaning to life for our Explorers. However, working to protect our planet and bring about positive change isn’t a token gesture for Boundless; it’s at the heart of our mission to transform learners into global changemakers.
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5 Things Your Kids Can Do in Bali This Summer!

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Picture a summer camp where your children don’t only have fun whilst making new, international friends, but can also learn new skills and discover lifelong passions. Now spread this over 6 weeks this summer. Throw in an AMAZING coworking space for parents. Oh, and did I mention this is all available in Bali?! Let’s take a look at what’s available for the kids.
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Our Top 5 Kid-Friendly Days Out in Tuscany

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Tuscany is a GREAT destination for families with its family-first nature and a diverse landscape spanning from the coast to the Apennine mountains. Boundless Life’s Tuscan base, Pistoia, is extremely well connected by both rail and road to explore all that the region has to offer. Here are our Top 5 tips for kid-friendly days out that the whole family can enjoy!
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Supercharge your summer camp plans with Boundless Life, Bali!

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Are you remote-working parents looking for the ultimate family adventure in Bali this summer? Look no further than Sanur, where our 6-week Boundless Life Getaway programme is waiting to make your family's summer break unforgettable!
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“Let’s go fly a kite…Bali Kite Festival

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
The Bali Kite Festival is one of the biggest of its kind and attracts thousands of visitors every year. July and August provide the perfect conditions for kite-flying - and Boundless Life families joining our launch cohort will be perfectly situated to enjoy it!
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Everyday Bookworms: Why it’s always a celebration of reading with Boundless Education

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
23rd April 2023 is World Book Day which has the mission of promoting reading for pleasure, but in our Boundless Education Centres books and reading are celebrated every day! Read on to find out how our Explorers are given the space and time to discover a lifelong love of books.
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Boundless Education: Feeling Blessed in Bali

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 29, 2023
Boundless Education is just a few months away from launching its fourth destination in Bali, Indonesia. As always, core to all our locations is the Education Centre and its innovative curriculum based on experiential learning. Come and take a sneak peek at where our intrepid Explorers will be based and some very special steps that have been taken to bless our new centre ahead of its opening in July 2023.
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Autumn in Syros: Why our September cohort is a great time to live like an islander!

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Syros is the capital of the Cyclades island group and, as such, has a heart that beats all year round as locals go about their business. The Boundless Life team and locals alike will afford you the warmest of welcomes at all times of the year, but why is autumn in particular a GREAT time to discover Syros? Let’s find out!
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It’s work, but not as you know it: How a great coworking space can help you get your best work done.

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
The steady growth in the number of people working remotely (44% in the last 5 years) has resulted in a proliferation of coworking spaces across the globe. Statista estimates there are now 18,700 coworking locations and this is expected to grow to a whopping 41,975 by the end of 2024! But not all coworking spaces are created equal, of course. Let’s find out why Boundless Life’s coworking collaboration with Livit Hub Bali will offer the ULTIMATE way to get your best work done.
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Leading the Way: How Boundless Education is always evolving to further empower impactful learners.

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Putting students (or Explorers, as we call them) front and centre in their own learning journey has contributed greatly towards the success of the Boundless Life Education programme so far but we are always on the lookout for new and innovative ways to empower them. As such, our latest cohort saw the introduction of two new initiatives across all our locations.
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3 Reasons Why Remote Work is Helping Women Challenge the Leadership Gender Gap

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
On International Women’s Day, we are reminded of how far we’ve come in terms of the leadership gender gap, but also of the long road still ahead. In this article, we will take a look at how remote work is accelerating the career goals of working mothers and helping them burst through the glass ceiling.
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Spellbinding Sintra: Our Top 3 Must-See Attractions for Families

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Having spent seven months in Sintra with Boundless Life, I’ve amassed a huge list of recommendations for family-friendly day trips. How will I pick just three from these?! I don’t think my family has ever visited a place with more concentrated magic. Kids LOVE to explore Sintra - a place that will make you feel like a child again and reawaken your sense of carefree adventure at every twist and turn. Let’s take a brief journey through my hotly contested top three attractions that are sure to delight the whole family.
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Sanur: A Feast for the Senses

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Our existing locations - in Portugal, Greece and Italy - have provided ample opportunities to sample all the dishes one might commonly associate with these culinary hotspots. But what about Bali? What will Boundless Life’s base in Sanur have in store for those hoping for a taste of Indonesia? Let’s take a quick culinary tour and find out!
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A Beginner’s Guide to Becoming a Digital Nomad (when you have kids)

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Want to slow-travel the world whilst working from anywhere you choose? You’ll be amongst an ever increasing number of people who are actively seeking out this lifestyle. It’s estimated that 35 million people worldwide now identify as a ‘Digital Nomad’ - and 26% of these have kids under the age of 18. But what do you do if you have never worked remotely before? AND you have kids? This guide is for you!
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Choosing Life: Becoming a Digital Nomad Family

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
I recently stumbled across a motivational quote on social media that resonated with me; it said: “Don’t have a dream, have a plan.” For many families, however, the challenges, logistics and planning attached to pivoting into a whole new ‘dream’ lifestyle of slow-travel and remote work feels insurmountable. Find out how my family managed to turn a dream into a plan with a little help from some friends.
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A Noble Quest: Why supercharged project-based “Questing” is at the heart of Boundless Education

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Project-based “Quests” are at the heart of Boundless Education. Linked to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDG’s), our Quests encourage our Explorers to discover their personal passion for learning and a desire to deliver positive change in our world. Let’s find out more…
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The same, but different: A year of learning with Boundless Life.

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Like my own kids, Alexandra and Scott’s two children have now experienced Boundless Education in three different locations: Sintra, Syros and Tuscany! I caught up with them at the coworking Hub here in Pistoia to get their thoughts on Boundless Education and whether it has been a good fit for their family.
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3 Reasons Why Syros is THE Place to be this Spring

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Boundless Life’s island base in Syros is beautiful throughout the year of course, but here is our take on why our Spring cohort (April-June) is a great opportunity to explore life as an islander!
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5 Reasons Why Digital Nomad Families will LOVE Bali!

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Bali in Indonesia has long been known as a bucket-list destination for tourists, but in recent years it’s also evolved to become a magnet for Digital Nomads. Having announced the summer 2023 launch of Bali as Boundless Life’s 4th location for Digital Nomad families, let’s delve into why Bali was selected as their first non-European base.
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Falling for Tuscany

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Tuscany is a bucket-list destination for so many people and it is easy to understand why Boundless Life selected it as their third destination. Fall (autumn for us Brits) is an excellent time of year to discover the region - perhaps even the BEST time! Let's check out the 10 Reasons why…
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Boundless Life is Coming to Bali!

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
A new year sees Boundless Life emerging on a whole new continent. Kat Ridgway-Taylor sat down with its CEO, Mauro Repacci, to understand why Bali was picked as Boundless’ first location outside of Europe.
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Fireside Chat: Boundless Life x Pat Ambrosetti

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
When Boundless Life’s CEO, Mauro Repacci met Digital Nomad pioneer, Pat Ambrosetti, it became clear that their paths were destined to converge. We invited Pat to share his own story with Boundless Life and Crew alike at our Coworking Hub in Pistoia, Tuscany. We should have installed seat belts on the chairs, because we were all about to depart on a wild ride!
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A year in the Boundless Life: Reflections on 2022 with Rekha Magon

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
There are big plans in the works at Boundless Life (including a very exciting announcement in the coming weeks!) but sometimes it’s good to be retrospective. Kat grabbed Rekha Magon - Co-Founder and Head of Student Experience - for an espresso and a chance to reminisce here in Boundless’ location in Tuscany.
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Boundless Life Celebrates its 1st Birthday!

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Happy Birthday Boundless Life! It’s a double-celebration though - with our latest exciting announcement and a whole new destination to discover and even more opportunities to live a life you don’t need a vacation from.
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A Natural Selection

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
August 8, 2024
With Boundless Education, lessons are often tailored to each Boundless destination so that they are truly immersive and fully utilise the unique and varied natural environments. But why is nature-based learning so integral to our approach? Read to find out.
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7 Ways to Help Our Children Navigate BIG Life Changes

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
During times of significant transition, which is clearly evident for traveling families, here are 7 ways to help your children get through these big changes in the new year!
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Take Care, Mama Bear

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
“It takes a village to raise a child.” It’s such a popular and evocative quote, but how many of us can lay claim to actually experiencing life in this village? Find out how the Boundless Life is helping working moms improve work/life balance.
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Boundless Education: Aligned for the future

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
This article takes a brief look at how Boundless Education is perfectly placed to maximise the opportunities and face the challenges highlighted by the OECD.
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18 Summers

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Read this article to learn all about the 18 Summer process, and how Boundless Life not only makes this family-bonding concept doable but creates memorable experiences that are emotionally significant for families.
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Realisation of a dream: Why Tuscany was always part of the plan for Boundless Life’s CEO, Mauro Repacci.

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Find out why Tuscany is such a significant location for Boundless Life through this exclusive interview with CEO, Mauro Repacci.
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A Life of Experiences, Not Things

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Today is Black Friday, and so we ask ourselves “how much value should we be placing on our material possessions (even if they are a ‘bargain’), and would our money be better spent on experiences instead?”
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The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Travelling Families!

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
The age old dilemma: “What to buy the family for Christmas?” This challenge is compounded when said family are travelling (or planning to) and space and portability are factors! Don’t fear though! If you are buying for a family who are globe-trotting, this guide is for you. It’s packed with suggestions to fill their hearts and NOT their suitcases!
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Boundless Adventures in the Azores!

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Our adventurous Sintra families had the opportunity to explore a bit further afield (….OK…a LOT further afield!) when they visited Azores - a Portuguese archipelago in the mid-Atlantic! Discover what they got up to in the ‘Hawaii of Europe’.
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Supercharge Your Summer Camp Plans with Boundless Life!

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Darker evenings. Heating going on. Thick socks. What better time to snuggle up with your loved ones and plan the ULTIMATE summer experience in 2023?!
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Top 3 Reasons to Visit Syros “Off-Season”

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Syros. Where you can live like a true islander whatever the time of year. Check out our Top 3 Reasons to visit Syros “off-season”.
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Top 3 Reasons to Visit Sintra “Off-Season”

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Sintra. Where you travel through time...any time! “Off-season” is a bit of a misnomer when it comes to describing Sintra - a place of mysterious beauty where it's easy to feel blissfully lost in space and time.
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Resolving to be Boundless: From Dream to Reality

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
Taking the decision to make a BIG life change and a leap into the unknown takes courage. Learn how one of our wonderful Boundless moms navigates change.
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Work from Anywhere Families - the Employee Benefit

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
From a panel of professional individuals that regularly travel with their families while working, we had a first-hand look into what the future looks like for working and travelling parents. This article outlines the challenges that these remote-working parents face, along with business insights into how companies can transition into location independence.
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Benefits of Travel for Children

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
As opposed to taking their children on a quick cruise, or booking an all-inclusive vacation package, more and more families are taking their kids along during their worldwide travels, staying in various destinations for months at a time. What are the benefits of travelling with children? Read this article to find out.
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Early Childhood Education as the Stepping Stone to Self-Confidence

Kat Ridgway-Taylor
June 20, 2023
A walk through early childhood education with Suzanne Perkowsky - Boundless Life’s Head of Education.
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The Traveller’s Guide to Sustainability

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
Whereas the tourism industry is known to be detrimental to our environment, there are many ways that the avid traveller can reduce their negative impact and proceed to roam the globe in a sustainable fashion. Here is our guide to living an eco-friendly lifestyle while living your life Boundlessly.
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Kickstarting Your Digital Nomad Family

Helen Vechurko
June 20, 2023
With remote work taking over the traditional 9 to 5 office routine, more families are taking to the road to explore new continents and cultures. In this blog we outline the key factors to consider before plunging into this nomadic family lifestyle.
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A Day in the Life of a Boundless Explorer

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
Boundless Education was developed by taking the finest ingredients from the world's best educational practices to build one coherent system to follow your child anywhere. This article outlines what our “Explorers” get up to on a day-to-day basis.
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Managing your Business Remotely

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
It is the age of the digital nomad. Now is the time to either start that remote business or transition your current in-person business into a remote one so that you are free to live your life boundlessly. This article outlines all you need to know in order to manage your business from wherever you are in the world.
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Greece: Sunshine Paradise for Digital Nomads

Helen Vechurko
June 20, 2023
Not only does Greece offer a high quality of living, but a year-long Digital Nomad Visa, and more than 250 sunny days per year. Throughout this article, we outline everything to consider before making this Mediterranean paradise your next temporary home with Boundless Life!
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Live like a Greek. The Art of Slow Living.

Helen Vechurko
June 20, 2023
Greece has everything to hit the top of the list of destinations for slow traveling. Turquoise beaches, amazing food, and a welcoming local community. Throughout this blog, we discover what creates the Greek DNA which is a blend of hospitality and the art of slow living.
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Benefits of Yoga for the Digital Nomad

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
Travelling and working simultaneously can be quite stressful and daunting for the digital nomad - not to mention the aches and pains from sitting in one position within transit. The solution? Yoga. This article outlines the top benefits of this ancient practice for the modern digital nomad.
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Dream Possible: Remote Work Overseas With Kids

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
As a proud partner of Safetywing, a company that provides travel medical insurance solutions to remote and gig economy workers, we are happy to publish this article on slow-travelling for remote workers with Boundless Life.
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Earth Day: A Question of Survival

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
Happy Earth Day! Within this article, we outline a brief history of Earth Day, the current climate crisis, what we at Boundless Life do to play our part, and what you can do on a daily basis to include more sustainable practices into your lifestyle!
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Boundless Conversations with Stacey Sellar

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
From joining Stacey Sellar’s workshop on conscious parenting, we discovered many benefits of travelling with kids. Throughout this article, we outline the difficulties that parents sometimes face when travelling, and how to overcome them and consequently become better parents for it!
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Slow Travelling Checklist

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
This is your go-to resource for everything you need to know before travelling to Portugal. From passports, visas and travel insurance, to international plug adaptors and shoes, we have you covered so that you can enjoy your trip without the stress of forgetting anything!
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Travel & Mental Health; the Dynamic Duo

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
Travelling has been proven to reduce stress levels, increase your mood, boost creativity, and provide astounding health benefits. Throughout this article, we outline the history of travel, dive deeper into the link between living abroad and your mental health, and explain why living the Boundless Life is good for the mind, body, and soul!
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Becoming a Digital Nomad Family

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
With remote work on the rise, many adults in this day and age want to make the change of working abroad, but with children and a family, they feel that it is next to impossible - or is it? This is where Boundless Life comes in. Click here to read all about the most common obstacles in becoming a digital nomad and how to overcome them.
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Boundless Conversations with Michelle Schomp

Bindiya Sharda
January 7, 2025
In honour of International Women’s Day, Boundless Life interviewed one of the fantastic “boss moms” living the in Sintra, Portugal. Introducing Michelle Schomp - entrepreneur, healthy lifestyle advocate, full-time wife, and mother of two (with another baby on the way) and avid traveller. How does she do it? Continue reading to find out!
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Vacations: Friend or Foe?

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
The key to escaping “the vacation trap” where one needs a future destination point to stray far away from one’s reality for a limited time is creating a life where no escape is needed. Throughout this article, we outline society’s obsession with destination happiness syndrome and the negative impacts of tourism.
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What is living the Boundless Life?

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
This article provides clear insight into our morals and values and defines what it ultimately means to live the Boundless Life. With words straight from our co-founders, this blog will let you know if you living the Boundless Life is right for you!
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The Joy of Slow Travelling

Bindiya Sharda
June 20, 2023
This blog defines the popular term “slow travelling” and outlines how to “slow travel” with Boundless Life. For digital nomad families, slow travelling is the number one stress-free and sustainable option for travel, and also the most responsible one. Click here to learn more!
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