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10 Things No One Tells You When You Drop Everything and Move Across the World

One year ago I was meticulously packing up my two suitcases, beads of sweat dripping down my back as I lugged them back and forth from the scale trying to get the weight to right at 70 pounds. It was at 82. I needed to be right at 70 pounds because I was carrying my whole life overseas, but if I went over, it was going to cost me. At the time, that was my biggest struggle. Little did I know what … [Read more...] about 10 Things No One Tells You When You Drop Everything and Move Across the World

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT+ Help Me Support Houston Hurricane Harvey Victims

You can take the girl out of Texas, but you can't take Texas out of the girl. My home state has been on my mind more than usual lately. And it's not just because I'm homesick. It's because one of the largest and devastating hurricanes has hit my home state. Houston and surrounding areas are particularly impacted with flooding that has reached over 2 feet. Nine people have died, 3,000 have been … [Read more...] about BIG ANNOUNCEMENT+ Help Me Support Houston Hurricane Harvey Victims

The Real Story Of Moving Abroad (Part 2)

"As we see no economic need or regional interest, your visa is denied." I sat in a Starbucks on Heidelbreg's famous Hauptstrasse street reading the email over and over again. Tears welled up in my eyes and I called my husband and let him know: "We didn't get approved for the visa. What the hell will we do?" He reassured me, "We'll figure it out. We have to." The story of getting a visa luckily has … [Read more...] about The Real Story Of Moving Abroad (Part 2)

The Truth About Moving Abroad

Each and every day I get questions about what it was like to move abroad. But I haven't been able to tell the full story. Not because I didn't want to. But because I was scared it wouldn't happen. Turns out, I had good reason to be. This, is that story. Finally. In 2014 Michael and I just finished a whirlwind trip to Europe. It was incredible but I felt that familiar ache creep up on me at the … [Read more...] about The Truth About Moving Abroad

What I’ve Learned from Working for Myself

Many people see me as an outgoing, some what carefree person, but truthfully I am a worrier. I am constantly fretting over being good enough. Making sure I hit the mark whether it be my business, my health, my looks, you name it. I think we all do this to a degree. But what I've realized is that life isn't going to wait for you. You do have to get comfortable with change- a big hardship for me. … [Read more...] about What I’ve Learned from Working for Myself

How My Blog and Instagram Helped me Live my Dream

This year alone I've traveled to Paris, Innsbruck, Bern, Zurich, Salzburg, Zöll, Ellmau, Rothenburg, London, Florence, Killarney, Hannover, Milan, Nuremburg, Neuschwanstein, Nice, Strasbourg, Vienna, Monaco, Lyon, Manchester, Venice, Dublin, Berlin, Rome, Liverpool, Sofia, and that's what I can remember. Which is more than I can say I've probably traveled the last few YEARS of my life. It's been … [Read more...] about How My Blog and Instagram Helped me Live my Dream

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  • I conquered a major fear today. For the first time in 5 years I got on a harness and faced my fear of heights. Last time I was that high, I fell 25 feet rock climbing and broke my ankle and leg. So you can imagine it's taken me a loooong time to get back on the horse. (That's why I started my blog, I was at home for 6 months with a propped up leg). I found myself tearing up after completing the course. I just couldn't believe I did it. And it was even fun! It's a good reminder to me to do something, even if you're scared. #helenetravels #heleneloveseurope #lovetirol #feelaustria #zillertal
  • "The vast majority of people on this earth are good. That's why Airbnb works. People just aren't out to get other people."- Michael. Despite working together I wont be seeing him much over the next few weeks since I have lots of solo travel trips scheduled. I love my alone time (NEED IT) but already miss him and the dogs and it's only been 3 days. 🙄🙄🙄 #heleneloveseurope
  • There are two types of people: those that travel and those that vacation. Which one are you?! On the blog I've got 5 things you MUST do every time you take a trip (regardless of your travel style 😉) ➡️Link in bio or heleneinbetween.com ⬅️ #helenetravels #heleneloveseurope
  • Why do you follow someone on Instagram? I follow accounts that... Often have travel theme and have a similar editing style (@joellefriend ), hip hop dancing (@michelleckeys ), are my friends ( @iamsarahwebb but also her photos are bomb), or just inspire me (@girlsabroad_ ) or make me laugh out loud (@overheardla). What's an account you love following? #helenesredbandana #heleneloveseurope
  • 🎉INTERNATIONAL GIVEAWAY! 🎉 I've teamed up with a group of instagrammers to give one lucky follower the perfect package, an iPhone 7 and a DJI Mavic pro drone! 🎉 To Participate: 1⃣FOLLOW ME 2⃣LIKE this picture 3⃣GO TO @verbalgoldblog 4⃣REPEAT steps 1-3 on every account until you come back to me (the account you started with) and leave a comment saying "DONE" and tag your 3 friends! This giveaway is OPEN WORLDWIDE! 🌎 And will run from 19th Sept - 22nd Sept. The winner will be selected at random, and announced on 23rd Sept by the accounts @kotravellers and @neskirimli ! We will verify everyone who entered and followed all the steps correctly! Those who DM hosts are automatically disqualified. This is in no way sponsored, administered, or associated with Instagram Inc, or any of the brands. By entering, entrants confirm that they are 13+ years of age, release Instagram and all brands of all responsibility, and agree to Instagram’s terms of use. VOID where prohibited by law. No purchase necessary.
  • The cutest streets of Kitzbühel 🙌🏻😍🇦🇹 Austria always makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside and the quiet streets this morning made me feel like I'm walking in a fairytale. Could also be my coffee buzz and excitement for the conference #stskitzbuehel but I'm going with it #helenetravels #heleneloveseurope #feelaustria #lovetirol
  • Oh hey Austria! Like *NSYNC says, I think god must have spent a little more time on you. (Also one of the guys in the band tonight had a startling resemblance to Justin Timberlake...) I'm at a #stskitzbuehel for my first travel blogging conference! Feeling like a small fish in a big pond 😱but already thrilled to learn more, make connections, and explore more of Austria! Have you been to a blogging conference before? Any tips?! #helenetravels #heleneloveseurope
  • Oktoberfest is HERE! But that's not the only Fall festival in Germany. I've rounded up 6 of the best (including Oktoberfest) along with a quick guide for each. The oldest wine festival in the world, beer, pumpkins and more! Heleneinbetween.com or link in bio! #helenelovesgermany #helenetravels
  • One year ago TODAY Michael and I packed up our two suitcases, dogs, and tearfully waved goodbyes to our family and friends in Dallas to MOVE to a country we'd never set foot in. I don't think I'd ever felt so nervous and excited. I remember sitting on the airport floor holding Millie in my lap and stoking Hugo's head thinking: "Is this really going to work out?" Here we are one year later with visas (even though it was a hard journey), a place to live, friends, and a love for Germany and all the places we've explored. Time has flown by and I can't wait to see what this next year holds. Thank you ALL for being part of our journey. I can't tell you how much it means to me. #helyeahheidelberg #helenelovesgermany #sulakids
  • Have you ever had an experience or place that totally took you by surprise? That was me today. First, we headed to a Swedish Bath. I was not about it. The thought of getting butt naked with a bunch of other women in a sauna sounded terrible. Plus I was feeling extra self conscious. But I did it. And as I jumped, naked, into the Baltic Sea I couldn't help but feel totally free. I wasn't thinking about anyone looking at my body or judging me. I just felt the adrenaline of being in the sea and then hopping in a hot sauna. Then last night I came up to @storyhotels to catch a glimpse before the sun set. I was dragging and tired but made the trek up. Then saw this. A bright, purple-orange sky setting just beyond the Turning Torso (the tallest building in Scandinavia.) Some times you just have to take the chance, jump naked, head up to the top, and make the memories. They are usually worth it. #storyhotels #helenetravels #heleneloveseurope #storyhotel