Worthwhile Wander

The Schengen Agreement abolishes border controls when traveling between countries in the Schengen area. This means once you enter the Schengen area you are unlikely to need your passport as you cross over into another Schengen area country. This lack of border controls is great for Schengen area locals but includes a limitation for visitors: a three month (90 days) maximum stay in a six month (180 days) period. For an American nomad who wishes to travel for longer terms, this presents the problem of wanting to stay in the Schengen area but being limited to only three months. For example, if you spent two consecutive months in Germany and wanted to spend another two months in France, you wouldn't legally be allowed. If you had already spent two in Germany, you'd only have one month left for France. So how can you get around the three month limitation if you wanted to stay longer in Schengen countries? You can get a visa from a specific country, some of them do offer nomad visas....

It’s very important to be aware of and respect the local customs of the country you’re visiting. Not doing so can lead to minor embarrassments or major incidents which could place your safety at risk. If you’re unfamiliar with a country you’re visiting, take the time to research local customs and how tourists are expected to behave. Unfamiliar, in this context, simply means a country you don’t know much about. To ensure you have a safe trip, research these questions before visiting an unfamiliar country: Is it safe for a woman to walk alone in the area? If you’re of a minority group, is it safe for someone like you in the country? Is it safe to drink the water without boiling it? Is it safe to use public transportation? How do locals move around? Understanding an Unfamiliar Country Questions to explore: Is the country a democracy? How does the country treat foreigners? Are there any ongoing conflicts (e.g. wars, political unrest)? What are the local customs? Is there reliable internet ...