Long-term travel isn’t complicated — but it requires thoughtful systems.
Phone Strategy
Keep U.S. number active (2FA access)
eSIM/local SIM for data WiFi calling enabled
Offline maps downloaded
Messaging apps for flexibility
Banking Strategy
Two credit cards minimum
No foreign transaction fees
Debit card for ATM withdrawals
Backup card stored separately
Real-time alerts enabled
Digital Admin
Cloud document storage
Secure password manager
Digital + paper copies
Mail handling plan
Auto-pay systems
Why Redundancy Matters
Most travel stress comes from preventable single failures:
– One phone.
– One card.
– One access point.
Redundancy protects flexibility.
The goal isn’t to control every outcome. It’s to reduce friction so the experience can stay front and center.
The Wandering Koi 
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