Fiona Reid
NATURALIST | AUTHOR
Piotr Naskrecki
ENTOMOLOGIST | AUTHOR
Kathleen Lumiere
ONCOLOGY | ACUPUNCTURE
Ian Hart
FITNESS EXPERT | AUTHOR
About Us
Meet Matt and Amy: OUR Journey to Off-Grid Living
"Hold the vision, trust the process"
This simple yet profound mantra has guided us through every step of our off-grid journey, and continues to inspire our vision as we set new goals and dream new dreams.
We’re Matt and Amy, and for over a decade, we’ve embraced the challenges and rewards of living off-grid in the heart of the Costa Rican jungle. Our lifestyle reflects our commitment to autonomy, sustainability, and a deep connection with nature—a journey that we’re passionate about sharing to inspire others.
Welcome to OffGridDestinations.com—your gateway to the world of off-grid living, sustainability, and exploration. Our platform isn’t just a website; it’s a community, a resource, and a source of inspiration for anyone seeking a life that’s in harmony with the natural world, offering independence, peace, and fulfillment.
Our Journey
Our story unfolds in the lush rainforests of Costa Rica, where we, Matt and Amy, fueled by a shared dream of freedom and sustainability, embarked on a transformative adventure. Building our off-grid home from the ground up, we’ve created a sanctuary that perfectly blends modern comfort with eco-conscious living. Our journey, characterized by determination, resilience, and a profound connection with the environment, forms the heart of OffGridDestinations.com.
Our Mission
At OffGridDestinations.com, our mission is grounded in over a decade of real-world off-grid living experience. We aim to demystify the transition to a sustainable lifestyle, providing actionable insights drawn from our own challenges and successes, as well as those of our global community.
Our diverse team of experts, ranging from naturalists to health professionals, broadens our perspective, ensuring that our advice encompasses conservation, wellness, and eco-friendly practices from around the world. We are dedicated to making off-grid living accessible to everyone, offering step-by-step guidance to achieving independence and harmony with nature, no matter where you are.
We invite you to join our growing community—one that is united by a shared commitment to sustainability and enriched by stories of resilience, innovation, and ecological stewardship.
Meet the team
A Small but Mighty Team
Supporting our vision are four distinguished professionals, each bringing their unique expertise and passion to our content:
- Fiona A. Reid – A renowned naturalist, author, and wildlife illustrator, Fiona enriches our platform with her deep knowledge of mammalogy and her global nature tours.
- Piotr Naskrecki – An entomologist and nature photographer, Piotr contributes his extensive research on katydids and invertebrate conservation, complemented by his breathtaking photography.
- Ian Hart – The founder of EarthFIT and author of Healing Hacks, Ian offers valuable insights into transformative health and fitness, with a focus on pain relief and overall wellbeing.
- Kathleen Lumiere – A Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner and educator, Kathleen shares her expertise in acupuncture and oncology, offering a holistic perspective on health and healing.
Explore With Us
OffGridDestinations.com is more than just a place to find a home; it’s about discovering a way of life that resonates with your soul. It’s about community, sustainability, and making conscious choices that align with your values. We invite you to join us on this journey—to explore the limitless possibilities of living off the grid, learn from those who have paved the way, and find your place in the vast, uncharted territories of our beautiful planet.
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General Information
You can create listings for various categories, including Vacation Rentals, Long-Term Rentals, Homes for Sale, Land for Sale, Outdoor Activities, and Retreats. Each category is tailored to meet the needs of off-grid and eco-friendly property owners and seekers.
Anyone who owns or manages off-grid or eco-friendly properties can create a listing on our platform. Listings must adhere to the theme of the website, and all submissions are reviewed before publication.
Once you submit a listing, our team will review the content to ensure it aligns with our platform’s guidelines. This process typically takes 1-2 business days. If your listing is not accepted, you will receive a full refund. To avoid any uncertainty, we encourage users to try our Free Basic Listing first. If your listing is accepted at this level, it will be accepted for all other paid packages.
Creating and Managing Listings
To create a listing, follow these steps:
1. Choose a Plan: Select from our Free Basic, Standard, or Premium Listing plans.
2. Create an Account: Sign up or log in to your existing account.
3. Submit Your Listing: Fill out the listing details, including title, description, location, and images.
4. Make Payment (if applicable): Complete the payment process for paid listings through our secure checkout.
Yes, you can edit your listing anytime through your account dashboard. Simply navigate to your listings, choose the one you want to update, and make the necessary changes. Edits are subject to review.
The number of images you can upload depends on your chosen plan:
- Free Basic Listing: 1 image
- Standard Listing: Up to 5 images
- Premium Listing: Up to 10 images, with additional options like YouTube/Vimeo video tours.
Each plan has a specific duration:
- Free Basic Listing: 30 days
- Standard Listing: Options for 1 month, 3 months, or 6 months
- Premium Listing: Options for 1 month, 3 months, or 6 months
Yes, you can extend any listing by 30 days for a fee. This option is available in your account dashboard.
Listings are displayed based on your chosen plan:
- Free Basic Listings: Standard placement in search results.
- Standard Listings: Priority placement above Free Listings with highlighted features.
- Premium Listings: Featured placement on category pages and in the 'Featured Listings' carousel.
Yes, Premium Listings allow you to integrate a 360° virtual tour for an enhanced user experience.
Promotions and Visibility
You can increase your listing's visibility by choosing a paid plan, which offers priority or featured placement, or by purchasing add-on services such as homepage features, additional social media promotions, and blog article features.
Featured Listings enjoy top placement on category pages, a 'Featured' badge, and inclusion in the 'Featured Listings' carousel, giving your property more exposure and a higher chance of attracting potential clients.
- Standard Listings: Basic performance statistics, including views and inquiries.
- Premium Listings: Advanced statistics, including engagement metrics and a comprehensive performance dashboard.
Support and Assistance
Support varies by plan:
- Free Basic Listing: Email support.
- Standard Listing: Standard email support.
- Premium Listing: Priority email support and live chat support. Additionally, Premium users have access to a dedicated account manager for assistance with listing creation and optimization.
You can contact our support team through email or live chat (available for Premium users). We’re here to assist you with any questions or issues you might encounter.
Payment and Billing
We accept all major credit cards, PayPal, and bank transfers. All transactions are secure and encrypted for your protection.
Yes, if your listing is not accepted, you will receive a full refund. If you’re unsure about whether your listing will be approved, we recommend starting with our Free Basic Listing. Once accepted, you can upgrade to any of our paid plans with confidence.
Yes, we offer an Early Bird Discount and a Referral Program. Early Bird Discounts provide 20% off on all paid plans for the first 3 months after launch using the code EARLYBIRD20. Our Referral Program allows both you and your friend to receive 1 month free on any paid listing plan when they sign up using your referral link.
Special Features and Customization
Yes, you can embed YouTube or Vimeo video tours in Standard and Premium Listings.
Yes, we offer customized plans for agencies and businesses with multiple listings. Please contact us directly to discuss tailored pricing and features.
You can purchase additional promotion options like homepage features, extra social media posts, and featured blog posts to further enhance your listing’s visibility.
