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The Yala Families, Honolulu, HI (2026)

10/02/2017

Have you ever sat back at work and dreamed of throwing it all away to chill out and explore one of the many tropical islands of Hawaii?

Dan Grabtheearth certainly did, so much so that he actually committed to doing so!

The beautiful sunset you are currently looking at is from a famous spot known as China Walls located on Hawaii’s third largest and most populated island, Oahu.

China Walls is not only famous for its exceptional surf, sights and cliff jumping, it’s also enjoyed by many from geological point of view seeing as it is formed from layers of lava that have hardened over the years.

With over 128 beaches to choose from, Oahu boasts not only a plethora of choices for sand and surf, but also nightlife, sights, parks, hiking trails, shopping and almost an unlimited amount of activities you would rather spend your day doing over work!

Although we will be delving deeper into Dan’s adventures in the next post, coming from a man who loves his food, his most recommended Oahu tip is FOOD! In particular, trying one (or all) of the many Açaí bowls offered around the island. His personal favourites come from Banán Bowls!

Have you ever adventured through Hawaii? If you have, we’d love to hear of your adventures in the comments below, especially your favourite Açaí bowl spot!

06/12/2017

Born in the UK, Alia lived a life many of us can relate to – young & unsure, but dipping our toes into the adult world regardless working a job to keep us afloat while we work out just who it is we are.

Landing an office job in sales, Alia was doing fine putting in the hours we often perceive as vital in this period of our youth. However, like all of us, she was not put on this planet to be stuck behind a desk. Over time a spark of desire ignited within, eventually resulting in Alia trading her desk for the outdoors to instruct physical activity.

Like a piece of the puzzle slipping in place, Alia felt a new energy overwhelm her, an incredible spark of enthusiasm we all feel upon comprehending that we’re are doing something we love all the while making a living.
Little did she know that was only the beginning.

After settling within the industry, Alia sought herself a scene change & managed to secure herself a contract working overseas in Dubai. She had six weeks to kill before the move & figured she would spend it basking in the South East Asian sun.

It was within these 6 weeks that things really took a turn, that spark once felt ignited into a roaring flame as she immersed herself within cultures other than her own, away from the negativity & distraction of the West, she was able to find presence within lifes moments.
Before she knew it, 6 weeks had turned to 6 months.

Travel has a way of unlocking parts of the mind that everyday life slowly locks away. Like a child seeing the world for the very first time, travel shows us the true power of being present & in turn, unleashes the beauty of life that comes with it.
While trying to express this breakthrough Alia discovered her passion; to write, express and communicate with the world that has given her so much.

Not wanting to go home, Alia is slowly making her way through the East Coast of Australia, exploring the wonder down under as she documents her journey in words.

If you find yourself locked in a blank stare with the horizon trying to fathom your passion, then take a leaf from Alia’s book & chase that horizon until you do. Your passion could be just a one way ticket away.

05/09/2017

Where would you like to travel for your honeymoon? How long would you want it to be?

The Bahamas for two weeks? Or perhaps 2 month road trip around the USA? Or simply just three weeks off work at home?

Did your answer ring familiar to any of the above? If not, then perhaps you would be more leaning towards what newly weds Dylan & Monique have chosen; everywhere indefinitely.

Marrying in 2016 at just 23 and 22, the two were determined to do things differently. Instead of settling down, they used their honeymoon as an opportunity to do the exact opposite – travel the planet in unison for the foreseeable future.

12 months in & the two have found that travel has brought them closer than ever. Having now covered 17 countries together in their relationship, Dylan & Monique plan to continue their slow & intimate journey through all 7 continents across the globe.

If you are interested in how these two newly wedded adventurers have been able to keep themselves afloat while exploring the globe indefinitely then stay tuned as the will be taking over the Yala Families to better explain what they’ve done, where they’ve been and most importantly, how!

05/07/2017

Here's to Sunday's filled with lots of good views and minimal blues ✌️
Who else got outdoors like in the search for mother natures Vitamin Peace? 🙏🏻✌️

05/03/2017

“To travel is to live” a motto that Nina thetravelstyle.org has lived by for the majority of her life.”

Sure, it’s a nice concept, but is it truly possible to live a life predominately revolving around travel? And if it is, how so?

We here at The Yala Families are here to tell you that it most certainly is, like many of our friends, Nina at just 23 years old has begun to do so herself.

Since the beginning of 2017, Nina, an Austrian communications student has been taking travel enthusiasts around the planet both physically and digitally through her work with her website and blog.

The reason as to why she has chosen to commit to this lifestyle and loves it so much is the exact reason that should serve you with motivation if you are looking to do the same; you never know what to expect in travel.

People who look to make a big change in their life like ditching their 9-5 for a laptop and a one way ticket normally fail to do so due to their procrastination through perfectionism. A subconscious habit that acts as a way of preventing you to leave your comfort zone. You spend days, weeks, months or years meticulously planning every single element in the hopes of being able to answer every ‘what if’ and protect from any failure until eventually your current lifestyle gives you a slap in the face and pushes you to continue doing what you’ve always done.

Understanding that a life of travel is as versatile as it is unpredictable can help you accept that the priority is not necessarily overkilling the preparation and research, as like business, the perfect plan will never turn over profit if it all it does is remain that, a plan!

Of course not everyone has made a success out of leading a life predominately abroad, however, I’m sure you will agree that failing while trying is far better than failing to try at all.

Do not get us wrong, Nina did prepare and her leading the lifestyle she does now was no stroke of luck. However, without her taking the risk in doing what needed to be done to take it from planning to practice, she would live like the majority, enjoying a life of travel in tiny annual two week work friendly bites.

03/06/2017

Have you ever had your perception of life suddenly change? Did it leave you astonished at how you used think you had life all figured out.
Like realising you had a piece wrongly placed within a puzzle, things suddenly click - that ‘ahh’ moment we all experience when it comes to trying to figure what this growing up thing is all about.

Like many Americans, Jenna Morgan graduated from college and headed straight into work without thinking twice. She accepted a job in Contract Management in the hopes of pursuing a life long career without the thought of doing anything else.

However, as the days of 9 to 5 trickled by, Jenna’s most influential past travel experience though South Africa continued to blossom within her mind, people telling her it was a ‘trip of a lifetime’ echoed within her mind that eventually led her to ask the question ‘why?’.

Why would such an incredible experience only be enjoyed once in this life? After long nights of thought, Jenna decided that her life must revolve around her own choices and now, she was going to make the choice to integrate these trips of a lifetime into her life.

Upon this realisation, Jenna decided it would be best to take unpaid leave from her career in order study and travel, she could give herself a chance to see if a life of travel was what she truly wanted. It was at this time that she started her blog in order to share her incredible experiences with family and friends.

Since then, Jenna has travelled over 25 countries all the while earning an income to secure the stability of her future – all thanks to her change of life’s perception of the power of independence and freedom of choice.

Living as a contract manager by day and international travel blogger at night, Jenna is most certainly leading a life in which we all could live, however, many of us are either too scared to pursue thanks to their reliance of the comfort zone or simply unaware of the concept at all.

Every amazing lifestyle all started with a dream and the best choice you can make today is exactly that: dream.

03/02/2017

Your life's freedom lies within your mind. Remind yourself that the doings of your day is solely determined by you and only you.

Understand your life is your responsibility, it is your choice as to whether your life exists within a self made cage or flourishes within the freedom of choice.

02/17/2017

Since childhood, Gloria always taken the road less travelled.
Growing up in the United States, Gloria was raised where the majority of those around her don’t hold a passport nor the desire to possess one. Surprisingly, instead of this influencing her to keep within the country, it only cultivated and intensified her curiousity for the world that existed beyond the borders of her home.
Post education Gloria was determined to begin her journey on the road, with less than $500 dollars to her name she flew to London in the search of adventure, challenge and discovery.
As a solo travelling African American female, Gloria felt as if she represented a minority of the travel community, being the leader she is, she made it her responsibility to be a personal representative and role model for others in order to empower and encourage her friends, family and followers to follow in her foot steps.
Picking up periods of employment along her journey, Gloria has not only managed to explore over 45 countries spanning over 5 continents, but in the process has also created a name for herself within the industry and is now supporting her travel by doing what she loves.
Regardless of where you are from or who you are, travel has proven to be one of the most liberating and valuable things to do during your youth. Our generation has proven to be one of the most depressed and self critical generations our world has ever seen hence it is more important now than ever to allow yourself to be inspired by the incredible humans like Gloria who are living out their dreams.
It is you and only you who is responsible for living a life that you love, through travel it is common for people to give themselves permission to do so - Understand that freedom is not a circumstance, it is a mindset. People like Gloria are walking examples of this fact.

02/15/2017

To a point, I’m sure we all understand that this life is what you make it. However, I wonder just how many people truly put this theory to practice.

Living on this planet in a time in which we are progressing, changing & growing so fast can certainly prove to be a challenge. With everything & everyone attempting to hold our attention we multi task a juggling act of fitting as much as we can within each day.

Over time, it is no wonder that many of us begin to feel that life is much more complex, convoluted & complicated than once thought. Even so, there are a select few who understand that it is your choice to believe life should be complicated and hard, or simple and minimal, people like Gina .

Since finishing her degree in Germany, Gina decided to pack her bags & travel indefinitely. Deciding she needed some time off between her studies, she figured travel would be the perfect way to unwind, reflect & build appreciation for herself & the times to come.

As of today Gina has adventured through over 20 countries, during so she has worked hard to spend the majority of her time soaking up the small joys of the outdoors. Life holds incredible joy and opportunities of personal content when you allow yourself to simply focus and appreciate one thing.

By leading a life built on the foundation of simplicity, your presence with the moment is magnified allowing you to feel true feelings once more, an ability that many of us have lost. This day & age has us addicted to sensory overload; instead of enjoying a morning walk for the smells, sounds & views, we spend it with music in our ears, a screen in our face and drink in hand – satisfaction seems to always be one more point of stimulation away.

The more time you dedicate to finding joy in the simple things of life, the more you will come to realise how much your day truly is filled with joy, in essence, you need very little to find happiness.

Try to take on Gina’s perspective of the planet, at least for one day. Not only is it therapeutic, it can also be surprisingly insightful. Stop & smell the roses, properly engage in a conversation and remind yourself of just how amazing this world is.

02/03/2017

Have you ever reached the top of the hill? Lived out your dreams, or achieved life goals?

How did it make you feel? Did you feel as if life was complete? Or left you feeling hungry for more?

Born with the desire to explore, Timothy was determined to find a job that allowed him to see the world - A life goal giving him the drive to do whatever it took to achieve it.

Post education, Timothy sought employment as a flight attendant. Within a year he was living out his childhood dreams, exploring the planet on a daily basis while earning an income at Cathay Pacific.

However, it was in achieving this feat that he realised there was so much more to both life and travel, he was simply stopping by each country for a day or two, barely scratching the surface of their complex and compelling cultures, Timothy realised he needed to get the most out of this existence and shoot for more.

Returning his uniform that week. He looked for ways to break free from the dependency of employment and income in order to become his own boss and lead a life of adventure.

These days Timothy is closer than ever to income independence. Instead of waking to a pre-set routine, his time is spent travelling the planet while freelancing as a model, a travel blogger, actor and vlogger, he often makes television appearances through commercials and shows as he gallivants the world.

As hard as it may be to believe and as cliché as it may sound, we all can achieve anything that we put our minds to.
If you set your self expectations low then your self esteem and satisfaction will follow, without challenge you will always have comfort, however, with comfort comes routine, with routine comes monotony and monotony brings decline.

Your life is always moving, it is will never balance and will stop only in death, you are constantly climbing and falling. When you find the truth in this concept you can bring consciousness to your progress, exposing opportunity in each moment to strive as resist your decline.

Timothy’s story serves not only as an inspiration but also a reminder that all of us have the capability to lead amazing lives, be brazen with your goals, aim big and be bold.

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