Bill Carmody’s final country is Panama. It’s a short stop-over that could have been much, much longer. Panama City is a major airport hub and a number of airlines offer support for staying a few days in Panama while heading elsewhere.

What’s the ONE THING Bill Carmody would like to share having traveled for a full year abroad? It’s this: Joy is an inside job. Simple to understand, and takes a regular daily practice to live into this truth.

Bill Carmody gives his first talk on building your business as an artist or “The Business of Art” and his friend Loreto kindly translates the talk to Spanish in real time.

Bill Carmody connects with the many dads in his life and celebrates Father’s Day from Santiago, Chile.

When Bill Carmody learned that his new friend, Emi Brïsa (from Uruguay) flew out on his same flight so that she could see Ricardo Arjona for the THIRD time in concert, he had to get a ticket. This is the amazing concert that followed.

Sometimes a thank you note feels inadequate. How do you tell your hosts just how much they mean to you? Bill Carmody explores the many ways to say “Thank you” and “I love you” to those who make a deep impact in such a short period of time.

When Bill Carmody visits Cabo Polonio, Uruguay, it’s the dead of winter and so he has the place to himself. Fewer amenities (to be sure), but wide open beach and close views of the sea lions for as long as desired.

Bill Carmody meets up with Sophie who takes him and his friend Mechthild through a beautiful cannon in La Pedrera, Uruguay and a full gallop on the beach next to the crashing waves. Truly incredible.

Bill Carmody joins his new friends Mechthild and Danny in their slice of heaven on earth in Uruguay. Watching the sun set and the dappled light paint across the clouds and forest was truly magical.

Bill Carmody enjoys his second Biodanza class this time in La Paloma, Uruguay with extraordinary teacher, Stella Yoselen Saracho Silva and new friend Mechthild.

Bill Carmody explores Feria de Tristan Narvaja, the Sunday market with Airbnb host, Nella Nuevo on his final day in Montevideo, Uruguay.

Bill Carmody spends the day with his Airbnb host, Nella Nuevo (and her cat, Mincha), who introduce him to Montevideo, Uruguay and all it has to offer at this time of year.

Bill Carmody says goodbye to Argentina (for now) as he heads to Montevideo, Uruguay and picks up a furry friend at his AirBnb.

Bill Carmody reflects on his trip around the world made possible by the generosity and kindness of others — some who he still had not yet met in person, like Jill Medina Elizalde.

Bill Carmody reunites with Pablo Panigatti while visiting Buenos Aires, Argentina. It’s been at least 15 years since we last spent time together in person. What a great reunion.

Bill Carmody visits the largest cemetery in Argentina (one of the largest in Latin America) with over 95 hectares (230 acres) of land dedicated to this cemetery including three-story buildings with floor to ceiling coffins and urns.

Bill Carmody reflects on and answers the most common questions he receives when being asked about his 12 months traveling the world.

A perfect day in Lima. Bill Carmody spends time with Katia Barthélémy and her husband Michael Haberzetti to explore Lima, share delicious food and discuss what “retirement” might look like for each.

Lima, Peru, is both the capital of Peru and the largest city. In many ways its like most major cities in the world. Great food, walkable, and incredible night life.

Bill Carmody explores the Qelcaya Glacier in Peru. It was a long day (4.5 hour drive there and another 4.5 drive back for 45 minutes in side the glacier tunnels. Was it worth it? Long day, but a unique experience.