067: Passport to Love: How a Coffee in Croatia Led to the Romance & Business of her Dreams | Jennifer Kerum
Have you ever dreamed of your own Eat, Pray Love moment?
In this captivating episode of our Passport to Love series, we dive into the love story of Jennifer and Marco, who met by chance in a small coffee shop in Croatia. Jennifer, an American backpacker, was traveling the world on her own Eat, Pray, Love journey, when she met Marco, a charming Croatian working in the yachting industry. What started as a casual encounter over coffee quickly blossomed into a romance that would change the course of their lives.
Jennifer continued her adventures across the globe, eventually settling in Australia, but her heart kept pulling her back to Marco. After a lot of soul-searching, Jennifer made the life-changing decision not to stay in Australia and instead pursue her relationship with Marco, committing fully to building a future together. Today, the couple co-owns a yacht business in Croatia, Anchor Croatia, splitting their time between the stunning Adriatic coast and the bustling energy of New York City.
In this episode, Jennifer shares her journey of love, travel, and the pivotal decisions that led her to a life she never imagined. From falling in love while traveling to building a thriving business together, her story is one of adventure, passion, and following your heart across continents and oceans.
Key Takeaways:
- Jennifer’s 6-Month Eat, Pray, Love Adventure.
- How Jennifer met Marco by chance in a coffee shop in Croatia.
- Jennifer’s decision to leave Australia and pursue her relationship with Marco full-time.
- How the couple started a successful yacht business in Croatia and now splits their time between two countries.
- Insights into the lifestyle of living half the year in Croatia and half in New York, balancing love, business, and adventure.
If you’ve ever wondered how travel can lead to unexpected love and life-changing decisions, Jennifer’s story will inspire you to embrace the unknown and trust the journey.
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More Episodes Like This?
- Episode 1: Love At First Sight While Traveling
- Episode 62: Passport To Love - The Science Behind Falling In Love While Traveling
- Episode 63: Passport To Love - Connection in Copenhagen
- Episode 64: Passport To Love - Instant Love in Israel
- Episode 65: Passport To Love - Great Love in the Great Barrier Reef
- Episode 66: Passport to Love - Diving Deep Into Love with a Dive Instructor
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