Earn it to Burn it

Tanzania.  Now before you think I'm a spoiled rich bitch, think about this. I work full time and have two side jobs. Yes, there are days I am up past midnight, feeling like I could either cry or pass out, but I push myself because I really love to travel.  And traveling is expensive.

There are also days when I would love to go out for a margarita with pals or weekends where I'd rather not do anything at all, but traveling is a demanding mistress.  So I do my side jobs and dream of Africa or whatever my next destination will hopefully be. Of course, it's not all work, no play for me. I do occasionally go out.  It's just not all the time.

Of course, if you have children at home, working long hours like this would not be a good idea. I was all about being there for my kids when they were growing up (still am, actually, but they're at college).  But if your children have also flown the coop, and you've been complaining of being bored, look for a side job that interests you and plan your travels with the extra cash you'll have.