We're full-time travelers in our 50s who've been to over 50 countries. Here are 5 of the biggest mistakes we've made.

"We had spreadsheets, backup plans, a carefully managed budget, and, as two adults in our 50s, decades of experience behind us. What could go wrong? Turns out, plenty. Over the past two and a half years, we've lived in more than a dozen countries and traveled thousands of miles. We've hiked to waterfalls in Bali, wandered the streets of Barcelona, and eaten our way through Thailand."

"Sunrise temples, food tours, museums, waterfalls, cultural shows - we didn't want to miss anything. But within a few months, we were running on fumes. The pace was unsustainable, and on some days, it felt like we weren't even enjoying ourselves. These days, we travel more slowly. We leave room for naps, long walks, and spontaneous days with no agenda."

Two adults sold nearly everything to travel full-time with spreadsheets, backup plans, and a carefully managed budget. After two and a half years, they lived in more than a dozen countries and traveled thousands of miles, visiting waterfalls in Bali, wandering Barcelona, and eating through Thailand. Mistakes cost time, money, and peace of mind, teaching lasting lessons. Overplanning created burnout and led to a slower approach with room for naps, long walks, and spontaneous days. Many friendships proved fleeting, revealing how hard it is to build real community while constantly moving. Accommodations require prioritizing location and leaving time for spontaneity.

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