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IIT grad quits high-paying job in US, sells 4BHK to travel the world with family
IIT graduate quits high-paying job in US, sells house to travel the world with family: 'I traded 4 BHK for entire world'
IIT graduate quits high-paying job in US, sells house to travel the world with family: 'I traded 4 BHK for entire world'
The man described how he spent years in a well-paying job in the US but felt unfulfilled despite professional achievements.
Updated on: Mar 22, 2026 11:06 PM IST By Bhavya Sukheja Share via Copy link An IIT graduate’s decision to walk away from a lucrative corporate career and a settled life in the US to pursue full-time travel is going viral online. In a post shared on Instagram by Humans of Bombay, the man described how he spent years in a high-paying job in the US but felt unfulfilled despite professional achievements. The family now lives in homestays across different countries, sustaining themselves through investments made in India. (Instagram/@officialhumansofbombay) “In 2003, I was an IIT grad with a ‘perfect’ life in the US. By 38, I was a Director at First Republic Bank, earning a salary most only dream of. But for 10 years, I felt stuck in a loop, chasing titles that didn’t feed my soul,” he said in the Instagram post. The man shared that in 2013, he decided to walk away from it all. “I quit. I sold my house and left to travel the world with a single backpack,” he said, adding that he spent the next 18 months travelling solo across 35 countries - from the mountains of Russia to the deserts of Egypt. “I knew no one, and for the first time, I finally knew myself,” he said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Humans of Bombay (@officialhumansofbombay) (Also Read: ₹35 lakh annual income">IIT Mandi graduate bags Japan job via campus placement, reveals ₹35 lakh annual income) The man shared that during his travels, he met Kathy, an Austrian social worker, at a hostel in Montenegro. What began as a brief interaction soon turned into a life-changing relationship. Reflecting on that moment, he said, “We spoke for 10 minutes, and for the next 10 days, we spent every second together.” The couple went on to marry in 2016 and chose to continue travelling together. Over the years, they have raised 3 children entirely on the road. He said that the children were homeschooled using a mix of traditional Indian texts like the Vedas and Upanishads, along with the NCERT curriculum. The family now lives in homestays across different countries, sustaining themselves through investments made in India. “People ask if I miss the ‘security’ of my old life. I just smile. I traded a 4BHK for the entire world. We’re living life king-size,” he said. (Also Read: IIT alum says excitement for work faded after joining high-paying corporate job: ‘Nothing cool being built anymore’)Social media reactions
The post has struck a chord online, with many praising the couple’s unconventional lifestyle. “Love and passion takes you amazing places,” one user wrote. “These people are literally living my dream life....God bless you guys,” commented another. “The BEST love story I have heard or seen in a long time, when your life vision truly aligns!! Dream stuff,” wrote a third user. “This is the life most of us want to live, but most of us never .. lovely story. God bless,” said one user. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Bhavya Sukheja Bhavya Sukheja is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over 6 years of experience in digital journalism. She specialises in covering stories that reflect everyday human experiences, with a focus on viral videos, social media trends, and human-interest features that inform readers while sparking meaningful conversations. She loves chasing page views and finding stories that tug at readers’ heartstrings. Known for her strong news sense, Bhavya has a keen ability to spot emerging trends and craft angles that transform viral moments into impactful narratives. Her coverage spans pop culture, entertainment, global affairs, and the internet’s most talked-about topics, helping readers better understand the context behind what is trending online. Before joining Hindustan Times, Bhavya worked with Republic World and NDTV, where she developed her skills in real-time reporting and digital storytelling. Working in fast-paced newsrooms helped her build an editorial approach that prioritises accuracy, clarity, and audience engagement. Bhavya is driven by a curiosity about how people communicate and connect in the digital age. She is particularly interested in stories that highlight cultural shifts, shared emotions, and the evolving nature of online conversations. When she is not tracking trends or producing stories, Bhavya enjoys unplugging and spending time with her cat.Read More Iit Indians Abroad Us Get Latest Updates on Trending News Viral News, Video, Photos and Weather Updates of India and around the world News / Trending / IIT Graduate Quits High-paying Job In US, Sells House To Travel The World With Family: 'I Traded 4 BHK For Entire World' See LessAn IIT graduate’s decision to walk away from a lucrative corporate career and a settled life in the US to pursue full-time travel is going viral online. In a post shared on Instagram by Humans of Bombay, the man described how he spent years in a high-paying job in the US but felt unfulfilled despite professional achievements.
“In 2003, I was an IIT grad with a ‘perfect’ life in the US. By 38, I was a Director at First Republic Bank, earning a salary most only dream of. But for 10 years, I felt stuck in a loop, chasing titles that didn’t feed my soul,” he said in the Instagram post.
The man shared that in 2013, he decided to walk away from it all. “I quit. I sold my house and left to travel the world with a single backpack,” he said, adding that he spent the next 18 months travelling solo across 35 countries - from the mountains of Russia to the deserts of Egypt. “I knew no one, and for the first time, I finally knew myself,” he said.
(Also Read: ₹35 lakh annual income">IIT Mandi graduate bags Japan job via campus placement, reveals ₹35 lakh annual income)
The man shared that during his travels, he met Kathy, an Austrian social worker, at a hostel in Montenegro. What began as a brief interaction soon turned into a life-changing relationship. Reflecting on that moment, he said, “We spoke for 10 minutes, and for the next 10 days, we spent every second together.”
The couple went on to marry in 2016 and chose to continue travelling together. Over the years, they have raised 3 children entirely on the road. He said that the children were homeschooled using a mix of traditional Indian texts like the Vedas and Upanishads, along with the NCERT curriculum.
The family now lives in homestays across different countries, sustaining themselves through investments made in India. “People ask if I miss the ‘security’ of my old life. I just smile. I traded a 4BHK for the entire world. We’re living life king-size,” he said.
(Also Read: IIT alum says excitement for work faded after joining high-paying corporate job: ‘Nothing cool being built anymore’)
“Love and passion takes you amazing places,” one user wrote.
“These people are literally living my dream life....God bless you guys,” commented another.
“The BEST love story I have heard or seen in a long time, when your life vision truly aligns!! Dream stuff,” wrote a third user.
“This is the life most of us want to live, but most of us never .. lovely story. God bless,” said one user.
Source: HindustanTimes
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