Greetings everyone! Meet Nicole!

Tell me a little bit about yourself!

Nicole Brewer is an English Language teacher, travel blogger, author, and freelance writer. She has traveled to over 50 countries and lived abroad in South Africa, Germany, South Korea and presently in Oman for 10 years. She has a zest for the expat lifestyle and has a goal of inspiring others to travel and live abroad. 

She is the author of “A Guide to Landing an English Teaching Job Abroad” and An ABC Guide to Children’s Games Around the Globe. She is also the Co-Founder of the I Luv 2 Globe Trot travel site and community. As well as a Certified Travel Advisor with Fora. With features in the Guardian, BBC Travel, Forbes, TripAdvisor, and National Geographic Traveler she’ll continue to inspire as she globe trots!

How has travel impacted your life and how has it changed you and your family life?

Travel has postivitely impacted my life. I’ve had the most amazing experiences during my travels, as well as learning experiences about other cultures and myself. 

What has been your most favorite travel experience and why?

I loved climbing one of the biggest sand dunes in the world in Nambia. It was a bucklist goal as someone living in the Middle East and I was proud to accomplish it when I went several years ago. 

Do you have any tips or advice for people who want to travel more?

One of the best choices I’ve made was moving abroad. It’s opened me up to more opportunties to travel already being out of my home country. 

Why did you choose to relocate to Korea from the United States?

I was actually laid off from my job back in the States during the 2008 recession. I decided to move abroad in early 2009 when I became weary with the job search back home. 

What are the must have items in your packing list?

Hand sanitzer/wipes, a scarf, back-up batteries/chargers for devices, and my GoPro. 

Why do you think it’s important for women to travel?

I think it’s important for women to travel because we shouldn’t live a life in fear. I’ve gained so much confidence in my travels, met amazing people, been opened to incredible experiences and more. The world is kinder than many want to believe. Get out there and see it for yourselves ladies.

Where can people follow your travel journeys?

They can follow my blog www.iluv2globetrot.com or on IG/Tik Tok at @nicole.iluv2globetrot or on Facebook/Twitter at @iluv2globetrot.