
From Grief to Global: My Story of Choosing Travel, Healing, and a Life Less Ordinary

WHO I AM
Hi, I’m Ashley—a solo traveler, digital nomad, content creator, and marketing entrepreneur behind Nomadically Ashley.
In 2022, I lost my dog Copper—my best friend and the soul who had been by my side since I graduated college. His passing cracked something open in me. And in that space—grief, freedom, and reflection—I made a choice: to finally do what I had always dreamed of.
I packed my life into a storage unit, said goodbye to the only routine I’d known, and hit the road to travel the world full-time.
Since then, I’ve been chasing sunsets and healing in cities across North America, South America, and Europe—working remotely, creating content, and building a life on my terms.

WHY I STARTED THIS BRAND
For over a year, I didn’t share much of my journey. I just lived it.
But after a 3-month trip across Europe, something shifted. I realized I didn’t want all of these memories—these experiences—to live silently in my camera roll.
I created Nomadically Ashley to:
- Inspire others to travel—because you don’t need a trust fund to see the world
- Teach future travel creators how to actually build something sustainable (without the fluff)
- Document my journey—for my future self, for my people, and for anyone who needs a little push to start theirs

WHAT YOU WON’T FIND HERE
You won’t find sugar-coated reviews, overly polished pics, or influencer highlight reels.
I believe in:
- Transparency – I’ll tell you when a place disappointed me, and why
- Honesty – I won’t pretend travel is always easy
- Respect – Every culture, every place, and every experience deserves understanding—even when it’s not for me

WHO I’M HERE FOR
- The solo traveler who wants to feel brave and prepared
- The remote worker itching to try life on the road
- The content creator who’s overwhelmed and unsure where to start
- The wanderer-at-heart who’s stuck in a life that no longer fits
If that’s you—welcome. I’ve been there.

WHAT I BELIEVE
- Travel isn’t expensive. Vacationing is expensive.
- You don’t need a million followers to be a travel creator. You need a strategy.
- Life is too short to wait for the “perfect time.”
- You’re more capable than you realize.
- And you don’t have to do this alone.

JOIN ME
If you’re looking for honest travel tips, destination inspiration, or a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to create content on the road—you’re in the right place. Join my email list for real talk & real travel tips.

WHERE I AM NOW
Still nomadic. Still healing. Still learning.
And more excited than ever to help YOU see the world your way.