Into the Unknown

Unsettled's Official Blog: Musings on the intersection of work, life and adventure in the 21st century.

A Sacred Journey Awaits.

That’s the whole point: We travel to gain insights into how people across the globe live and work so that we might be inspired to challenge society’s expectations of what we should do with our lives, and define this for ourselves.

Knowing When To Begin A New Journey

“One day you finally knew / what you had to do, and began,” Mary Oliver’s poem “The Journey” is striking home more than ever.

Sailing Is A StartUp Sport

Sailing is a startup sport. You adapt as quickly as possible to the shifting world around you. It feels like a startup team getting to know each other and the market around you.

The Art of Slow Travel: Discovering The Middle Moments

It’s in these tranquil spaces, away from the noise and distractions, that true transformation begins to unfold.

A New Chapter: Part 3 On The Future of Unsettled

A New Chapter: Our goal is to be the most purpose-driven travel company that exists. Here’s what that looks like.

Why You Do NOT Want To Set Sail with Unsettled in Croatia

By: Michael Youngblood, Captain of Experiences at Unsettled. If Unsettled could hire an infomercial actor to pop-up during your next Netflix commercial break and look into the screen, he's have an epic mustache and tell you: "Are you sick and tired of your routine?...

To our Palestinian, Israeli, Lebanese, and Jewish community:

I've lost count of the number of Palestinian, Lebanese, and Jewish participants, staff, friends, and alumni who have graced Unsettled over the years. It has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my involvement at Unsettled. Their cultural and personal...

Why You Do NOT Want To Set Sail with Unsettled in the Exumas

By: Michael Youngblood, Captain at Unsettled. Are you set to ride the waves and replace routine with adventure? Here are our top ten reasons to set sail with us! 1. Learn to Sail, Unsettled Style We will spend 4-6 hours a day sailing on the emerald waters in the...

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The Modern Study Abroad for Grown Ups

May 3, 2019

By: Naomi Matlow Whether you studied abroad, “studied” abroad (i.e. drank your way through 3 months in Munich), or never went to college at all, you are registered in the school of life. And there are no prerequisites, no freshman starter packs, and no quiet hours. We...

Understanding the Past to Accept the Future

May 1, 2019

By: Gareth NobleAs I have grown and developed both as an individual and as an entrepreneur, I have learned one lesson over and over: my past life experiences continually impact on my here, my now, and my future.This is as true for me as an entrepreneur as it is for me...

On Transitions: Q&A with Dr. Katie Kostohryz

Apr 30, 2019

Katie Kostohryz is an Unsettled alumni (Bali, August 2018), an assistant professor of counselor education, and a fascinating conversationalists on topics ranging from identity change to the pursuit of life’s most rewarding moments and experiences. We were fortunate to...

I Have a Question: Curiosity Killed the F*cking Cat, But Where Did it Go After That?

Apr 25, 2019

By: Naomi MatlowThere is No Man in the Yellow HatWhy is Curious George always getting into trouble? And why is the Man in the Yellow Hat always available to get George out of a jam? Is curiosity the same as mischief? Can Curious George be both inquisitive and not...

10 Ways Exercise Can Make You Happier Than Money

Apr 24, 2019

According to the results from a recent research study, physical exercise is more essential to mental wellbeing than even our economic status or success. The researchers concluded that individuals with a regular exercise routine felt bad for 35 days a year, whereas...