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About Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley
Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley (@nickandraychel) is a Travel creator on Instagram, also filed under Digital Creator and Travel Influencers. The account has 176,753 followers and 809 published posts. Recent posts average 8,258 likes and 175 comments, an engagement rate of 4.04%.
An audience of 176.8K puts Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley in the mid-tier, between 100,000 and 1 million followers. Set against 987 accounts followed, the audience works out to about 179 followers per account Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley follows. Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley carries Instagram's verified badge and is set up as an Instagram business account. Flinque files Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley under 3 categories, led by Travel and followed by Digital Creator and Travel Influencers.
The Instagram bio for Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley runs to 18 words across 4 lines. Emoji sit alongside the words. The latest activity Flinque has on record for Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley dates from September 2024.
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Of the 10 most recent posts shown for Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley, 5 are carousels and 5 are videos. No single format accounts for most of them. Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley has built a substantial archive of 809 posts. Against the audience, that is roughly 218 followers for each post published. Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley also keeps 37 story highlights on the profile. All 10 carry captions, averaging 250 words each. The captions are written mainly in English. Words that recur across them include life, little, always, because and know. The captions tag #travel, #traveltips, #travelcouple, #traveldiaries and #cheaptravel.
We have not stopped the grind the entire time - but we knew what we were signing up for when we chose this lifestyle, and honestly, we’re still all in as we head into year 9 and start planning our next move abroad.
I know, I know, “Europe” is vague… but you’ll have to wait just a little longer to find out where we’re moving (assuming the visa appointment centre ever calls us back, lmao).
This is also a pretty simplified version of our story. There were more jobs and more countries that didn’t make it into the slides, but this covers the places we considered “home” each year.
I also tried to name our main job for each year. Some years we worked two jobs, sometimes one for the winter season and one for the summer season. But overall, as you can see, I mostly worked temporary office roles, while Nick worked labour jobs (and skateboard instructing).
Basically, every year we’ve had a home base. A place where we worked, lived, and used as a launching point to travel from.
For example, the year we lived in Cambodia, we visited six nearby countries. When we lived in Australia, we visited even more.
Even during van life, we still squeezed in some pretty special short trips overseas, all of which we documented here.
And would I do it all over again?
Abso-damn-lutely.
Any more questions?
➟ follow // travel tips & life abroad
#traveltips #movingabroad #travelcouple #seasonalwork #vanlife
We visited 8 countries, lived out of suitcases (again), and collected so many memories and videos that still don’t feel real. 🩷
Along the way, I sprained my neck, nearly lost an ovary, learned how fragile momentum can be, and was reminded that the body (truly) always gets the final say.
But we have experienced enough loss that we know that the true miracle of this year was time.
Time with family and hometown friends that we haven’t had in years.
Yet there is nuance to everything?
Because we (currently) feel SO officially done romanticizing Vancouver. We LOVE this city, but damn is it hard.
Mostly financially, but energetically as well.
In a contradicting way, I still hope we can settle down here someday.
But just… we have learned today is not the day.
This year also brought a chapter I never planned for. Over ten weeks in recovery. Ongoing health issues that have not resolved. Trips we had dreamed about, and even booked - Croatia, Bosnia, Slovenia, Japan - yes, we cancelled one by one.
We felt a little bit of grief every time we cancelled a flight - a little bit for the places and views, but mostly for the versions of ourselves we thought we’d be by now.
So of course, the biggest lesson: health is wealth.
And still - I am so so grateful.
We did more international travelling in 2025 than many people do in their lifetime.
- I have a life partner who supports me no matter what I choose to do.
- We are both so incredibly blessed with families who will lend a couch or shoulder to cry on whenever we need it.
- I am safe.
- There is food on my plate.
- I live in a world of resources that have allowed me to move through this world strategically, and we get to share those resources with our community every day.
My life not look exactly how I envisioned it to look by the end of this year, but hey - I’m trying.
And I’m so incredibly blessed.
Anyway - time to prepare for our next move.
#traveldiaries
On a recent flight, I was sitting near another adult who was stunned by the views of the clouds out the window, and I thought - wait, yeah, that is pretty cool!! It’s always been cool!! I just rarely stop to notice it anymore.
If you’re about to take your first flight, or your first trip overseas, that is genuinely huge(!!)
Flying isn’t second nature for everyone. And when it’s unfamiliar, it can be nerve-wracking.
Not only because of the big things, but because of the small ones:
How do I not hold up the line at security? Will they have a vegetarian meal? Why is the cabin air so dry? What actually helps on a long-haul flight?
That’s why we wanted to focus on unglamorous hacks for first-time flyers. A few practical details that make flying feel less intimidating and more manageable, like:
🖤 You can bring your own food through security!
🖤 Wear SPF on the plane because UV exposure is higher at altitude
🖤 Bring moisturizer for dry cabin air
🖤 Always pack a pen:)
🖤 Use apps like Flighty for real-time updates
🖤 Order special meals ahead of time if you have dietary needs
🖤 Put an AirTag in your checked bag
🖤 Wipe down the tray table with baby wipes
🖤 Take a photo of your luggage before checking it
🖤 Dress in layers & wear compression socks
🖤 Choose slip-on shoes for faster security
🖤 Toss a dryer sheet in your luggage to make everything smell fresh
🖤 Remember turbulence is like bumps in the road, uncomfy but rarely dangerous
If you’ve never flown before, you’re not alone.
Most of the world hasn’t either. And if you’re an experienced traveller who already knew all this, it’s worth pausing to appreciate it.
We’d love for you to share your pro tips in the comments too!
➟ follow // travel tips & life abroad
#travel #travelhacks #flyingtips
They don’t know the difference.
They don’t know they’re “dirty.” They don’t know why they don’t have a home.
I know that patting street animals (especially dogs) is frowned upon by many, and we understand the risks - rabies, parasites, infections, aggression…
So please don’t take this as travel or health advice.
We know it’s risky to interact with street animals, but we’re not going to stop, so if you’re reading with that caveat, here are some things I feel compelled to say…
🩶 We NEVER approach a street dog first. We wait for them to come to us, looking for signs of trust - wagging tails, gentle eyes, playful bows..
🩶 We build connections. Since we travel slowly, we form bonds with both animals and people in the communities we visit. In videos where we’re near puppies, we always build trust with the mother first and never approach them without her approval (and that of the locals, who typically know the dogs best!)
🩶 Always always always wash your hands!!! When possible, we shower and change clothes afterward.
🩶 Respect local spaces. Never displace dogs from their territories.
‼️ PLEASE Don’t “rescue” perfectly healthy animals without talking to the locals.
And for those who want to help but prefer not to touch:
🩷 Support local shelters and rescues. Even small donations go far in places where resources are limited. 🩷 Buy food or water and ask a local shop owner or caretaker to help distribute it safely. Many street animals already have “their people.” 🩷 Volunteer. Walking dogs, cleaning enclosures, prepping food, helping with laundry or admin at shelters makes a real difference. 🩷 Share local rescue organizations when you travel. Awareness brings funding, adopters, and help from afar.
And remember - love for the strays doesn’t always require touch. Sometimes it’s restraint, boundaries, awareness, and care that puts their safety first.
#travel #straycats #straydogs
When that’s the only model you know, of course it feels out of reach.
What changed everything was getting curious about alternatives.
- Trading a bit of time or skills for a place to stay, maybe?
- Being flexible with where we go and how we live?
- Saying yes to opportunities that didn’t look traditional but felt aligned?
- Helping out, showing up, and being open to learning as we went?
This certainly does not mean travel is effortless or glamorous all the time. Travelling this way definitely means choosing experiences over convenience sometimes.
But we share these resources because we want travel to feel less intimidating and more realistic.
No, you don’t have to do all of it.
So if this feels overwhelming, start small.
Try one platform.
Take one trip.
That’s how our entire life on the road began:)
Some resources we recommend:
• Worldpackers
• WWOOF
• MindMyHouse / Trusted Housesitters / Kiwi Housesitters
• iMoova / Transfercar
• Travel Facebook groups
• Facebook housesitting groups
• Pueblo Inglés
• HomeExchange
• Couchsurfing
➟ follow // travel tips & life abroad
#traveltips #gapyear #savingmoney #moveabroad
We’ve heard all of these, more than once.
Mostly from strangers on the internet, sometimes straight to our faces.
What I’ve learned is that most criticism isn’t actually about you, likely it’s about fear.
A “real job” usually just means a job someone else understands.
Something with a title they recognize, a schedule they can picture, or a life that looks familiar enough to feel safe.
But as I’ve said many times, I believe the term “stable job” is an oxymoron.
There are mass layoffs at major corporations every single year.
No job is promised.
“Realistic” often means predictable. Sometimes that’s a good thing!!
But it isn’t always fulfilling or aligned. It’s just familiar.
“Settling down” is great when you’re ready. But if you’re not, it can mean to stop choosing yourself. Stop moving. Stop asking questions.
“Pick one version of life and stay there” so other people feel more comfortable watching you exist.
And “embarrassing” doesn’t really exist because, well, we live on a floating rock in the middle of space.
Here’s what I believe:
There are a lot of ways to build a life.
Some follow a traditional path and it makes sense right away.
Others don’t make sense of their paths until much later.
Travel taught me that stability doesn’t only come from staying still. Work doesn’t have to look traditional to be meaningful. And growth doesn’t always look like settling.
I don’t expect everyone to understand our choices.
But I do hope more people realize that just because a life looks different doesn’t mean it’s unserious.
Just because it’s unconventional doesn’t mean it’s irresponsible.
And just because it looks a little fun doesn’t mean it isn’t real.
If your life makes sense to you, that’s enough.
Love you guys xx
#travel #lessons
We are incredibly privileged. Being in good health, having the ability to work extra hours when needed, and not having children or dependents relying on us has allowed us to pursue this lifestyle with far fewer barriers than many people face.
Our circumstances play a significant role in our journey, and we never want to gloss over that.
At the same time, there have been intentional changes we’ve made along the way.
Some have required discipline, others creativity, and some are simply about being flexible.
For us, this has looked like:
• Choosing seasonal work that allows us to stack savings during busy months
• Sharing a car when we live in more remote areas, or skipping a car entirely when we live back in the city and relying on walking or public transit
• Cooking almost all of our meals at home and treating eating out as a special experience
• Saying yes to opportunities like pet sitting, volunteering, or labour exchange in exchange for housing
• Tracking our expenses closely and being honest about what actually matters to us
• Delaying big purchases until we’re sure they align with our long term vision
Little by little, these choices have shaped the foundation that now supports our travels and the future we’re building together.
#travel #personalfinance
How much do you get paid?
- This is not our job and we don’t get paid to housesit! We are simply just taking care of homes instead of paying for accommodation.
How do you find housesits?
- If you want to housesit too, you can use websites like Trusted Housesitters (our fav!), MindMyHouse, or even local Facebook groups.
- Oddly specific, but in New Zealand we also used Kiwi Housesitters.
How long are the housesits?
- We have done sits anywhere from 2 weeks to 4 months long!
P.S. I have a free email list where I send out travel opportunities twice monthly. Often, I will send out really cool housesitting opportunities that catch our eye.
The next email is going out in just a few days - if you want to be added comment ‘EMAIL’ down below!
Any more questions?
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#housesitting #budgettravel #travelcouple #trustedhousesitters #cheaptravel
Honestly, travel seemed impossible to us in our early 20s.
We were living paycheck to paycheck and didn’t understand how people were exploring the world. But we were determined to find a way to make it work for ourselves.
Once we learned that we could work overseas, we started carving a new path.
That’s when we decided to learn how to travel on a budget.
When we discovered, everything felt a little more attainable.
Flights suddenly seemed within reach, and we were able to get the ball rolling.
Now, I look back at our younger selves and wish I could share everything we know now - about housesitting, cheap flights, and everything in between.
But some things never change; we’re literally using Skyscanner to book a flight to India as I write this.
On to the next country! ✈️
#SkyscannerAdvocate #budgettraveltips #cheapflights #traveldiaries
Even if you’ve heard of any these websites before, you may learn about a feature or two that sets them apart.
Before booking ANY flight, I ALWAYS cross-reference:
⁃ Skyscanner
⁃ Momondo
⁃ Google Flights
⁃ Skiplagged
& remember - always search in incognito, and always book directly with the airline.
Happy traveling!
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Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley (@nickandraychel) is a Travel creator on Instagram, also filed under Digital Creator and Travel Influencers. Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley carries Instagram's verified badge and is set up as an Instagram business account. The Instagram bio for Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley runs to 18 words across 4 lines.
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Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley has 176,753 followers on Instagram (176.8K). Set against 987 accounts followed, the audience works out to about 179 followers per account Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley follows. Nick & Raychel Reimer-Hurley has built a substantial archive of 809 posts.
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