Sharyn Nilsen

Sharyn Nilsen bio. Sharyn Nilsen IL Roving Correspondent Sharyn Nilsen, and her husband, Tim, have traveling in their blood. In 1996, they took an extended trip to explore the world. Three-and-a-half years, and 66 countries later, they arrived back in Australia, determined to retire from their corporate life early and make travel a full-time pursuit. In 2010, after a lot of planning, they achieved their dream and left Australia to pursue a roving retirement. With dozens more countries under their belt, several stints teaching English in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and a growing freelance writing portfolio, their adventure is far from over. Sharyn is passionate about independent, budget travel and came on board as International Living’s Roving Correspondent in 2017.

Arabian Nights and Desert Days: Exploring Oman

Arabian Nights and Desert Days: Exploring Oman

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After over a decade of travel and 130 countries, my husband Tim and I have learned that it’s best not to build up too many preconceptions before we visit a new country. But that proved difficult as our plans for an adventure in the mysterious Sultanate of Oman came together. Exotic markets filled with golden treasures, spices, frankincense, and myrrh crowded my dreams...

Life by the Beach in Sri Lanka From $1,400 a Month

Life by the Beach in Sri Lanka From $1,400 a Month

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A spectacular sunset over the clear blue waters of the Indian Ocean ends another perfect day on the magnificent Sri Lankan coast. The waiter delivers an icy cold Lion beer, the country’s most famous lager. My husband Tim and I settle in to watch the colors change from golden orange to vibrant pink, as we reflect on a day spent discovering one of the friendliest places we’ve ever had the pleasure to visit.