​

The Digital Nomad vs. The Immigrant Dilemma

As we approach our one-year mark of living abroad, we’re faced with a new dilemma: do we continue on the path of being “digital nomads,” or are we ready to turn this into an immigration story? For us, being a digital nomad is temporary—something you do for six months to a year. Like countless other travelers, we’ve worn this label because it fits the rhythm of moving from place to place. But here’s the thing: digital nomad life often means skimming the surface of a culture. You learn the basics—the social cues, the cultural norms—but you’re also surrounded by other nomads. That can make it feel like you’re not fully immersing yourself in the essence of the place...

Traveling Rebelz Check-in

Our travels through Mendoza, Argentina and Buenos Aires were exactly what we needed. We spent four days in Mendoza soaking up wine country and tasting some of the best Malbecs we’ve ever had. The city is known as the home of Malbec, and after this trip we completely get it. We booked a half day wine tour (because honestly, long tours with too much talking aren’t really our thing) and it turned out to be the right call. We sipped our way through three beautiful wineries, each with its own vibe, and even stopped at an olive oil farm where we learned how it’s made and sampled some of the freshest olive oil we’ve ever tasted.

After Mendoza we headed to Buenos Aires, which instantly hit us with its energy. The city is alive with nightlife, amazing food, and a culture that feels both familiar and completely new. As two city boys who have both lived in New York, it was fun to see the parallels—busy streets, late-night energy, and endless places to eat. We tried a mix of spots, from white-tablecloth restaurants to quick walk-up eateries, and loved every minute. Buenos Aires impressed us so much that it’s already on our must-return list.

Keep an eye out for our full blog on Mendoza and Buenos Aires where we’ll share more details on the restaurants, lodging, and nightlife that stood out.

Travel Hack: How We Stream Hulu Abroad

If you’ve ever tried to watch Hulu while traveling, you’ve probably run into the annoying “Not available in your region” message. After a long day exploring, all you want is to relax with your favorite show but suddenly it feels out of reach. We’ve been there too, and over time, we found a simple solution that makes streaming abroad easy.

Our go-to setup is an Amazon Fire Stick. It plugs into almost any TV in an Airbnb or hotel and connects to Wi-Fi in minutes. On it, we use ExpressVPN, which lets us switch our location back to the U.S. Instantly, Hulu, Discovery+, and other apps think we’re right at home. The best part? ExpressVPN is affordable($12.99 per month), works on multiple devices, and once it’s set up, it’s smooth sailing.

Quick Tips:

• If an app glitches, disconnect the VPN, clear the app’s data/cache, then reconnect. It usually fixes the problem.
• Keep the VPN app on your phone, too. It makes signing into accounts abroad seamless.
• Wi-Fi can be unpredictable, so download a couple of episodes ahead of time when the connection is strong.

Most of our days abroad are spent out in the world — wandering neighborhoods, tasting new foods, catching sunsets. But when it’s time to slow down, this little hack brings a sense of home wherever we are. It’s not about streaming all day, but about balance: finding comfort in the small things while living life on the road.

Resource Update

We’ve been using HolaFly as our international data carrier for over a month now, and so far it’s been a great experience. HolaFly is an eSIM, which means no swapping SIM cards when you land, and we’ve already used it in two different countries without any issues. The service has been reliable and easy to manage.

The plan we use costs $60 per line each month, which might sound steep at first, but compared to how quickly international roaming charges add up, it’s a solid investment in your travel toolkit. The only thing to keep in mind is that in each country we’ve visited, we had to double-check our phone settings—making sure data roaming was turned on and that the eSIM was set to the correct data line (primary or travel line). Once that’s done, you’re good to go.

We’re not sponsored or paid to say this—just sharing something that’s worked really well for us and might save you some headaches (and money) on your own travels.​

Stay Roaming. Exploring. Learning

Albion + Maurice
​