I thought I'd found my perfect home in California. After 5 years, I left it behind.
When I moved to San Diego, I thought I'd found my perfect city. After five years, though, I left my home behind to travel internationally full-time.
Julia Atkinson, a former San Diego resident, left her city of dreams five years ago to travel full-time. Initially, she worked a desk job in San Diego before deciding to pursue her passion for writing about travel. For six months, she explored the region, writing about her experiences and dreaming of far-off adventures. However, she eventually decided to leave her apartment and car, selling most of her belongings to fund her travels.
Julia has since visited various countries, including Norway, Latvia, and Central Asia, always making time to immerse herself in new cultures and work on her writing. While living on the road has its challenges, such as staying productive during long stretches and dealing with loneliness, Julia believes her life has improved in many ways.
She cherishes the freedom to explore new places and looks forward to potentially returning to San Diego in the future.
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