Hi! I'm Ian
I’m from Quebec City in Canada, and at a very young age, I had dreams to discover the world. I imagined a life of endless travel, off the grid, out of the ordinary… In 2002 I designed a system to make it possible through online income. Little did I know, this new form of lifestyle would later become widespread with thousands of new adepts, known as digital nomads.
Fast forward today, more than 20 years on the road, non-stop and counting, I how visited 230 countries, including every one of the 195 recognized by the United Nations. I’ve circled the globe more than 6 times and filled 11 passports on the way… My digital nomad lifestyle is now deeply encrusted in me and I pride myself every day to have inspired travelers from around the world to grab their backpacks, and embark on their own journey on the open road!
Countries I've Been: 230, including 195/195 U.N. Countries
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LE GLOBE-TROTTEUR deja Best Seller! – Ian Boudreault raconte 17 ans sur la route en visitant tous les pays du monde
(Liens pour vous procurer votre copies de Le Globe-trotteur en PROMO 50% vers la fin de l’article) Il est ici! Enfin! Vous n’imaginez pas à quel point je suis heureux de l’annoncer. Je peux enfin dévoiler au monde ma précieuse petite conception sur laquelle j’ai travaillé si dur ! Je suffocait à l’idée de devoir garder ça secret pendant plus d’un an et demi ! Mais avec la pandemie qui faisait rage dans le monde entier, et les frontières fermées, cela m’empêchant d’atteindre mon dernier pays, et je n’avais tout simplement pas le choix… C’est finalement en août 2021, le livre étant déja prêt à 99% pour le lancement, que j’ai finalement atteint mon 195e et dernier pays en Libye. Je suis donc fier de pouvoir enfin le présenter au monde ! Qu’est-ce que Le Globe-trotteur ? En termes simples, ce sont mes mémoires. 17 ans passés à parcourir le monde sans arrêt, à vivre dans un sac-à-dos a temps plein, dans 230 pays dont […]
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Visiting Libya in 2021: my 195th and last Country in the World!
Libya! Once one of the richest country in Africa, thanks to endless supplies of oil. And like many other oil countries would agree, wherever there is oil, there is trouble. Nothing could be further from the truth in the troubled north-African nation, which has been embroiled in Civil wars since the Arab Spring 10 years prior. I had waited since 2011 to enter Libya, with small windows opening once in a while. I had never managed to enter, and every time I seemed ready to go, more bad news would strike the country once again, spiraling to never ending chaos. \ Some might already know that I am a big fan of north African countries. In fact, I often say that they are my favorite Arab countries, along with Lebanon. Knowing Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia all reserved the same kind of culture, hospitality and amazing food, I knew I would have a great time in Libya. If only it was easier to make it there. […]
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The World? Check! – Reaching my 195th of 195 Country in the World!
This is it!! The almighty milestone of 195 has been reached, once and for all! And it feels absolutely incredible to announce it live to all my followers on The Digital Globetrotter! I have dreamed of this moment for a long time, and although this milestone has never been my ultimate goal as a full-time digital nomad and traveler, it is definitely worth raising a glass and pausing for a moment to reflect on what it means for me and my future. The truth is, my life as a globetrotter will continue as usual, as I see no reason to stop doing what I love, I still enjoy what I do and I am infinitely thankful every morning for having the chance to be able to live yet another exciting adventure on the open road. The hardest visa I ever requested Reaching Libya has not been an easy one for me. In fact, it was such a challenge to be honest. It felt like the […]
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Discovering Mexico during covid: Oaxaca
After much time spent in modern Mexican cities and touristic sites during peak season on the pacific coast, it was time for a more authentic expérience with the culture rich city of Oaxaca. I had long wished to visit this amazing place but had fallen short every time I was in the country. But this was the perfect time and for the occasion, and I had planned to spend a whole week exploring the capital region of the ancient Zacatecas empire! End of march was still in spring break, and I met again with the school holidaying Americans. But this time, it seemed to be a more refined tourist, or maybe even hippie style, who had the courage to venture out of the typical spring break strongholds of Cancun and Cabos. Oaxaca is known to attract a craft loving crowd, with its culture and thus, a more hippie bohemian traveler. That made for an interesting change after Cabos. End of march was still in spring […]
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Discovering Mexico during covid: The Western Coast + Monterrey + Cabos
Following my Mexican adventures in the central highlands around Mexico city, I had planned to explore the western coast of mexico, a place that I had very llitle knowledge until now, with the exception of frequent weekend visits to Acapulco with friends when I used to live in Mexico City. But extending on thousands of kilometers, there is a lot to discover and now was the best time to do so. It was mid february and the weather was warming up, enough to enjoy some sunshine and beach time in the pacific ocean. The Itinerary My plan was to start on the Guadalajara coast and up to Sinaloa, then enjoy a flight transitin Monterrey to spend a week discovering the rapidly growing city, and then fly to Baja California Sur on time for spring break (even though I didn’t have any plans to party in these pandemic times). There is much more to explore on the coast, but considering I wanted to travel slowly, one […]
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Both the Upper Danube and the Lower Danube have their own unique attractions, so the “best” one really depends on what you’re interested in. The Upper Danube is known for its picturesque landscapes, historic cities, and cultural sites. It flows through countries like Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Highlights include the historic city of Regensburg in Germany, the beautiful Wachau Valley in Austria, and the vibrant cities of Budapest in Hungary and Bratislava in Slovakia. The Lower Danube, on the other hand, flows through countries like Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania, Moldova, and Ukraine before emptying into the Black Sea. This part of the river is less developed and offers a more off-the-beaten-path experience. Highlights include the Iron Gates gorge between Serbia and Romania, the ancient city of Vidin in Bulgaria, and the Danube Delta in Romania, which is a biosphere reserve and a haven for birdwatching. So, if you’re more interested in well-known cultural and historic sites, the Upper Danube might be more appealing. If […]
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