Moorea on my mind

September 25, 2017 by Marc Moorghen in Travel

Arriving at the island of Moorea, whether by air or by sea, is a magical experience. From a distance, the peaks of Mount Rotui and Belvedere beckon, their ridges coiled like an animal at rest around turquoise lagoons. It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. As you approach, the mountains appear in more detail, usually wreathed in fog. Little boats dance around the bays, coasting on breathtaking waters. When the sun is out, it certainly looks like paradise.

Packing up my life

September 14, 2017 by Jona Moorghen in Travel

“How do you pack for 8 months?” This is the question I heard the most after announcing that we were both leaving our jobs and putting our belongings into storage to go roam the earth for eight months. To us Americans, who like our “stuff”, the mere thought of only traveling with a couple of small bags is enough to cause a mini anxiety attack. I’m going to be honest- this is one of the things that appealed to me most about setting out to travel- minimizing.

First Step

July 25, 2017 by Jona & Marc Moorghen in Travel

We’re taking the next few months off, before making our next career move. Call it a sabbatical or mid-career retirement. We’re packing up our home, saying goodbye to our cats and heading off on a round-the-world trip in early September.