Career Break

When I left my reporting job in 2008 to travel, friends and colleagues told me they wished they could take a big trip, too.

The truth is, they can. And so can you.

Resources to help you make your dream trip happen:

Madagascar, 2008

• How to land an awesome job after your career break

• The myth of getting paid to travel

• How to find the guts to take a leap

• One way to save money for your leap

• Why you should take that leap now

• What I learned during my 2 years away from the work force

• What gives you more freedom: renting or owning?

• 9 tips for women traveling solo

• 10 tips for blogging from developing countries

• A dozen tips for independent travelers

I also offer an entire guide on How to Take a Career Break to Travel.