The Wandering Hartz

Map of the Schengen area of Europe highlighted in blue

Explore the Schengen Zone and What You Need to Know Before You Travel

The Schengen Zone is a unique agreement among European countries that allows for free movement within the designated area.

5 mins read

Fort de Soto Park battery laidley bunker on sunny day

Florida, Travel

Explore the Beauty of Fort De Soto Park in Pinellas County, FL

Discover the beauty and serenity of Fort De Soto Park in Pinellas County, Florida. Located along the shores of Florida in the Gulf of Mexico, this park offers visitors a

7 mins read

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Bulgaria, Travel

Top 12 Best Restaurants in Bansko You HAVE to Visit

Discover the best restaurants Bansko, Bulgaria has to offer, from traditional Bulgarian cuisine to world-class fine dining. Our list of the top 12 restaurants in Bansko will help you find

10 mins read

travel blogger michelle hartz smiling and looking at camera on balcony in rincon puerto rico with Caribbean sea and Macor by the sea in background © Joel Hartz

Puerto Rico, Travel, Vlog

Our Amazing Beach Front Stay in Rincon Puerto Rico

We experienced stunning sunsets from our balcony and a peaceful beach with beautiful blue water just a two minutes walk from our door.

6 mins read

Point of view form car of Puerto Rico roadway along coastline with tropical palm trees, and beautiful sky

Puerto Rico, Travel, Vlog

Puerto Rico by Road: Unforgettable Drive from Fajardo to Rincón

Come along on our journey as we drive from Fajardo, Puerto Rico to the beautiful west coast town of Rincón.

8 mins read

low angle shot of Faro de Punta Higuera in Rincon Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico, Travel

Discovering the Hidden Gems of Rincon Lighthouse and Domes Beach

Located on the western side of the island, Rincon offers a unique combination of adventure and leisure. From surfing and fishing to exploring the historic Rincon Lighthouse, there is something

6 mins read

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Digital Nomad Journey

Nashville to Bansko: Wandering Hartz Featured on the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast

Have you ever dreamed of living and working remotely in a faraway land? Join us as we discuss our own experience becoming location independent for the first time and moving

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Travel, Vlog, Washington

Spending the Day at Julefest in “Little Norway” Poulsbo, Washington

Located on the Kitsap Peninsula, Poulsbo Washington is a quaint and delightful town affectionately nicknamed “Little Norway.”

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Travel, Travel Tips

12 Practical Travel Essentials for Long Trips in 2023

We’ve made a lot of packing mistakes the last couple of years and put together this list of Practical travel Essentials for Digital Nomads from what we learned by

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