Living on the Way

Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way. In this episode we’re taking you through 48 hours in Waikiki, one of the most misunderstood places in Hawaii, but one we keep coming back to for its iconic city-meets-beach energy. We share why Waikiki can feel crowded and commercial and why that’s exactly what we love about it. Our weekend was all about decompressing: sunset beach time , ramen in...

Celebrating Our Milestone: Top 3 Continental U.S. National Parks Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way, the podcast where we share our life of travel with you. We have reached a huge milestone: visiting all the continental U.S. national parks!  Today, from Goblin Valley State Park in Utah, we share our top three parks in the lower 48 based purely on our experiences.  Don't forget...

Bingo Cards and Epic Travel Goals: Our 2025 Highlights Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way! This is our podcast where we share what it looks like to build a life around travel, work, and curiosity. Today, we're coming to you from Hawaii on New Year's, reflecting on our unique approach to 2025 goals with bingo cards instead of resolutions.  We aimed for 24 fun, flexible goal...

Breckenridge Brewery Guide: EASY stops right downtown Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way Quick Takes, our short sip-sized episodes from Life on the Move. Today we're coming at you from one of our favorite viewpoints in the mountains of Breckenridge, Colorado. In this episode, we share our experiences visiting 3 breweries in town: High Side Brewing, Broken Compass, and Breckenri...

Exploring Yosemite National Park: Our Journey & Tips Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way!  Join us as we take you through our incredible experience at Yosemite National Park. We've finally reached all of the national parks in the lower 48 states, and Yosemite was our 'final boss.'  In this episode, we share our adventure from planning challenges to breathtaking hig...

Exploring Lassen Volcanic National Park: Geothermal Wonders and Volcanic Peaks | Living on the Way Podcast Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way Podcast, where we share our life of travel with you.  On today's quick take, we're exploring Lassen Volcanic National Park. Join us as we drive through the park, hike to the top of Lassen Peak, and discover the park's unique vol...

Top 5 Must-Do Hikes in Redwood National and State Parks | Living on the Way Hello there and welcome back to Living Along the Way!  And today we're in the breathtaking Redwood National and State Parks. After spending several days exploring, we're excited to share our top five hikes from this majestic landscape—from Stout Memorial Grove’s towering redwoods to the unique Fern Canyon Trail....

 Crater Lake National Park #nationalpark  Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way the podcast where we share our life of travel with you! We're delighted to take you with us on our on-location adventure at Crater Lake National Park. This episode is extra special as we are among the last visitors to explore Wizard Island before it shuts down for renovations until at least 2029. Dive...

 A Quick Tour of North Cascades National Park Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way! In this episode, we share our quick journey through North Cascades National Park. We take you on a scenic drive along the North Cascade Highway, making five stops: Washington Pass Overlook, Diablo Lake Overview, Diablo Dam, Trail of Cedars, and the North Cascades Visitor Center. Along the way, learn in...

Exploring Olympic National Park: 3 Days of Adventure | Living on the Way Podcast Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way, the podcast where we take you along on our life of travel. In this episode, we're bringing you along for three days inside Olympic National Park. From rugged coastlines to lush rainforests, join us as we explore iconic spots like Rialto Beach, Souk Falls, Second...

Epic Bear Viewing at Brooks Falls: Katmai National Park Experience #brooksfalls  Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way episodes from our life on the road. We are Jay & Bea, and today, we’re giving you a quick recap of our incredible time at Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park. After flying into King Salmon via Alaska airlines, we settled into cozy Sockeye cabins before waking up t...

 Navigating Unexpected Adventures in Alaska: Enjoying the journey! Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way, the podcast where we share our life of travel with you. This episode comes from a totally unexpected spot on our Alaska journey. From originally planning a trip to from Fairbanks, Alaska and ending up in the small town of Kotzebue, Alaska just inside the Arctic Circle, we share the...

Rare on location podcast in America's Most Remote National Parks: Gates of the Arctic & Kobuk Valley  Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way, the podcast where we share our life of travel with you. In this extra special episode, we're ON LOCATION in two of the most remote national parks in the United States: Gates of the Arctic and Kobuk Valley in Alaska. Join us, Jay &amp...

 Exploring Alaska's Denali and Kenai Fjords National Parks | Living on the Way Podcast  Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way, the podcast where we talk about living on the road, working remotely, and making the most out of our location-independent life. In this episode, we're in Alaska sharing our adventures in Denali and Kenai Fjords National Parks.  We're nearing our...

Journey through Custer State Park  Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way with a Quick Take episode. We're recording on location at Mount Rushmore, and today we focus on Custer State Park. We share our top five recommendations: driving the stunning Needles Highway, hiking the Cathedral Spires Trail, staying at the historic State Game Lodge, dining at the picturesque Dockside restau...

Hello there and welcome to Living on the Way, the podcast where we share real stories of working remotely, exploring new places, and finding freedom on the road. We're Jay and Bea, and today we're taking you inside our full-time road trip to reveal some of the most interesting and unique places we've called home while living on the way.  If you’re dreaming of a life less ordinary or...

Welcome back to Living on the Way, the podcast where we share our adventures of working remotely and exploring America’s wild places. We’re Jay and Bea, and in this episode, we’re taking you along as we visit New River Gorge—America’s newest national park! From hiking the scenic Long Point Trail to taking in the breathtaking views of the iconic New River Gorge Bridge, we dive into the best experie...

Exploring St. John: Jeeps, Beaches, and Floating Taco Bars Hello there and welcome to Living on the Way, the podcast where we share real stories of working remotely, exploring new places, and finding freedom on the road, or in this case, by air and on water. We're Jay and Bea and today we're diving into our adventure in St. John, US Virgin Islands. We'll take you through our journey...

Exploring Dry Tortugas National Park: A Hidden Gem 70 Miles Off Key West! Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way! In this episode, we take you to Dry Tortugas National Park, one of the most remote and beautiful national parks in the US. It's located 70 miles off the coast of Key West and is only accessible by ferry or seaplane. We share our experiences exploring the breathtaking Fo...

Exploring the Galapagos: An Unforgettable Adventure with Living on the Way Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way! We are Jay & Bea. In this episode, we take a break from full-time travel to visit the stunning Galapagos Islands. From navigating conservation efforts to witnessing incredible wildlife like sea lions, tortoises, and countless bird species, join us for a week of adventur...

Cheap Eats & Expensive Drinks: Exploring Vegas - Living on the Way Quick Takes Welcome back to Living on the Way! In today's episode, we're diving into our favorite Vegas tradition: Cheap Eats and Expensive Drinks.  Join us, Jay and Bea, as we guide you through some budget-friendly dining spots on the Strip, from the iconic Secret Pizza to the quirky Peppermill diner. Then, we balanc...

Exploring Bogota, Paris, and Hong Kong: Our Best Bonus Trips | Living on the Way Podcast Hello there and welcome to the Living on the Way Podcast, where we share our life of travel with you. Today we are on location from Bogota, Columbia, sharing experiences from our various bonus trips. We recount our adventures in Hong Kong and Paris, where we maximized short layovers to explore iconic attractio...

Top 5 Bourbon Tourism Tips! Hello there and welcome back to Living on the Way Quick Takes, short sip-sized episodes from our Life on the Move. We are Jay and Bea. We're recording this just up the way from Cantilever Hotel in Distillery, on the Minnesota-Canada border, celebrating National Bourbon Day with tasting, music, food, and more. After many years of visiting over a hundred distilleries...

Welcome to Living on the Way: Our Location Independent Journey Join us on the first episode of the Living on the Way Podcast, where we introduce ourselves—Jay & Bea—and share our unique lifestyle of travel and location-independent living. We'll provide insight into our life on the road, including memorable stories like the time we were snowed in at a cabin in the Breckenridge Mountains. T...

 Hello there and welcome to Living on the Way, the podcast where we share real stories of working remotely, exploring new places, and finding freedom on the road. We’re Jay and Bea, and today we’re giving you a sneak peek of what’s ahead on our journey— from national parks to hidden gems, bourbon country to the Colorado mountains, and so much more. If you’re dreaming of a life less ordinary or jus...