The Holafly Podcast

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  25 MILLION Views From Getting a Haircut?! | The Holafly Podcast #08 15.08.2026 1h 3m

  In this episode of The Holafly Podcast,  @harryjaggardtravel  and  @Travelwithchris  are joined by German travel creator  @KenAbroad  to talk about his experiences exploring the US from New York and Los Angeles to Miami, Las Vegas and beyond.Ken reveals how his haircut videos unexpectedly became some of his most viral content, including a Los Angeles barber video that reached around 25 million views across platforms. But the conversation quickly goes much further than travel content.The three compare their experiences of American culture, discuss whether the US really deserves its “greatest country in the world” reputation, and break down some of the biggest surprises for international travelers: expensive Ubers, tipping culture, huge food portions, friendly locals and the massive contrast between different American cities.They also talk about the best places to visit beyond the obvious tourist destinations, from Yellowstone and Wyoming to Seattle and the Pacific Northwest, before getting into a more serious conversation about safety in the US compared with Southeast Asia.Plus, Ken shares what life behind the scenes of being a travel creator actually looks like, why he chooses to live in Jakarta, and how he balances traveling the world with having a home and relationship.Would you rather travel around the United States or Southeast Asia? Let us know in the comments 👇#Holafly #HolaflyPodcast #USA #TravelUSA #USATravel #TravelPodcast #KenAbroad #TravelSafety #America #TravelTips #DigitalNomad #HaircutGet your eSIM here: https://hfly.co/qbdemMore from Holafly:Newsletter with exclusive content: https://theholaflypodcast.substack.comMore from Holafly:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holafly_esimWebsite: https://esim.holafly.com/LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST ON:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ErockaMiqATlYCzSjBV?si=bn51HMopTrm6mf8DZGn5dg🎧 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/e78b7798-086e-474b-a662-c63672228390/the-holafly-podcast🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-holafly-podcast/id678420183200:00:00 Intro00:02:19 Meet Ken Abroad00:05:12 How Ken became a TikTok meme00:07:35 Why his haircut videos go viral00:09:38 The $100 haircut & 25M views00:12:36 Is America really the greatest country?00:15:24 Why Ken keeps returning to the US00:21:10 The best cities in America00:26:14 The reality of traveling around the US00:31:18 American tipping culture is out of control00:40:37 Staying connected while traveling the US00:44:12 Is American food really that unhealthy?00:49:04 The best places to visit in America00:53:59 Is the United States safe for tourists?01:00:44 Why they prefer spending time in Asia01:02:31 Leaving Germany & building a life abroad01:05:07 The reality behind being a travel creator
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  After meeting BOTH SIDES, my view CHANGED | The Holafly Podcast #07 08.08.2026 1h 4m

  ​ ⁨@harryjaggardtravel⁩  traveled through Israel and Palestine to document life beyond the headlines. In this episode of the Holafly Podcast,  ⁨@harryjaggardtravel⁩  sits down with  ⁨@Travelwithchris⁩  to explain why he chose Israel and Palestine over a paid trip to the Maldives, and why this became the most controversial travel series he has ever produced.Harry recounts being flagged before landing in Tel Aviv and questioned by Israeli immigration authorities for almost five hours. He also discusses everyday life in Israel during the conflict, cycling through Palestinian villages in the West Bank and the contrast between what people had warned him about and what he experienced on the ground.The conversation explores the difficulty of remaining neutral in the Israel-Palestine conflict, how different media narratives shape what each side believes and what Harry learned from interviewing an Israeli settler overlooking a Palestinian village. He also reflects on hospitality, Israeli and Palestinian attitudes towards peace and the mistakes he believes he made while covering such a complex subject.Finally, Harry explains how his Palestine series helped raise $15,000 for medical relief in Gaza and why he believes meeting people directly can challenge assumptions created by politics, propaganda and social media.This is not a complete history of the Israel-Palestine conflict. It is a firsthand conversation about travel, storytelling and what happens when a creator tries to show both sides of one of the world’s most divisive issues.Get your eSIM here: https://hfly.co/qbdemMore from Holafly:Newsletter with exclusive content: https://theholaflypodcast.substack.comMore from Holafly:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holafly_esimWebsite: https://esim.holafly.com/LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST ON:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ErockaMiqATlYCzSjBV?si=bn51HMopTrm6mf8DZGn5dg🎧 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/e78b7798-086e-474b-a662-c63672228390/the-holafly-podcast🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-holafly-podcast/id6784201832#Holafly #HolaflyPodcast #Israel #Palestine #WestBank #Gaza #Travel #Journalism #Peace #Propaganda #Storytelling #HolaflyPodcast00:00 Trailer01:00 Why Harry traveled to Israel and Palestine07:18 Staying neutral, losing sponsors and receiving death threats13:05 Reported on the plane and questioned for five hours23:04 Tel Aviv and everyday life during the conflict30:07 Cycling through the West Bank35:14 Hospitality in Israel and Palestine41:32 Money, navigation and staying connected43:37 Interviewing an Israeli settler49:05 How propaganda shapes both sides 56:07 Do Israelis and Palestinians still believe in peace?01:05:05 Raising $15,000 for Gaza relief
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  World's Most DANGEROUS Country | The Holafly Podcast #06 01.08.2026 1h 15m

  Is Afghanistan safe to visit? What is it really like to travel there as a woman under Taliban rule? In this episode of the Holafly Podcast,  ⁨@harryjaggardtravel⁩  and  ⁨@Travelwithchris⁩  sit down with British filmmaker and travel creator  ⁨@carriepatsalis⁩  shortly after her second trip to Afghanistan. Drawing on her experiences in Kabul, Kandahar, Bamiyan and Jalalabad, Carrie offers a firsthand perspective on solo female travel in one of the world’s most misunderstood countries. The conversation explores the ethics of tourism in Afghanistan and the criticism faced by creators who visit the country. Does travelling there support the Taliban, or can responsible tourism directly help Afghan families, local businesses and women-led markets? Carrie explains how she chooses where to spend her money, the relationships she has built with Afghan women and why showing the country does not mean endorsing its unelected regime. Carrie recounts some of the most intense moments from her trip: being followed through Kandahar, navigating Taliban checkpoints, losing connectivity after a mountain exploded in front of her and escaping an overwhelming crowd in Jalalabad. She also reveals the unexpected, human side of Afghanistan, from its hospitality, food and green tea culture to the local families she now supports through fundraising and education. This is a nuanced conversation about Afghanistan beyond the headlines: its people, the Taliban, women’s rights, travel safety, propaganda, responsible tourism and the complicated question of whether outsiders should visit at all. Watch the full episode and tell us in the comments: would you ever travel to Afghanistan? #Holafly #HolaflyPodcast #Afghanistan #AfghanistanTravel #WomenInAfghanistan #Taliban #SoloFemaleTravel #TravelPodcast #ResponsibleTourism #TravelSafety #CarriePatsalis 00:00 Trailer 01:00 Introduction 03:10 From television producer to travel creator 06:52 Why so few women travel to countries like Afghanistan12:24 Chris’s military past and why he won’t visit Afghanistan15:32 Does tourism support the Taliban or the Afghan people?20:15 How propaganda shapes both sides 23:09 The reality of women’s rights and education 31:46 Afghan food, tea and local culture 35:09 Losing connection when a mountain explodes 42:19 Is Afghanistan really the world’s most dangerous country? 49:02 Supporting Afghan women and families 52:35 Can Harry return after his Taliban video went viral?55:40 The moment Carrie reached her limit 01:02:39 Travel quickfire: safety, hospitality and underrated countries
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  How Travel Youtubers REALLY make MONEY | The Holafly Podcast #05 25.07.2026 1h 3m

  Can you still become a successful YouTuber in 2026?In this episode of The Holafly Podcast,  @harryjaggardtravel  and  @Travelwithchris  reveal the strategies, lessons and mistakes that helped them turn content creation into a full-time business.They share how they started with no guarantee of success, what it really takes to grow an audience and why treating YouTube like a business changed everything. Harry also reveals how he made $6,000 in his first month on YouTube, while Chris explains why consistency, reinvesting in your content and building the right team are essential for long-term growth.The conversation also explores the reality people rarely see behind the videos: working around the clock, dealing with burnout, balancing relationships and family, adapting to AI and finding different ways to monetize a personal brand beyond YouTube ad revenue.Whether you want to become a travel creator, grow your personal brand or turn social media into a real business, this episode reveals the creator secrets that nobody teaches you when you are starting.#Holafly #HolaflyPodcast #YouTubeTips #YouTubeGrowth #ContentCreator #CreatorEconomy #YouTubeBusiness #YouTubeMonetization #MakeMoneyOnYouTube #TravelYouTuber #SocialMediaStrategy #PersonalBrand #CreatorTips #DigitalCreator #YouTube2026Get your eSIM here: https://hfly.co/qbdemMore from Holafly:Newsletter with exclusive content: https://theholaflypodcast.substack.comMore from Holafly:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holafly_esimWebsite: https://esim.holafly.com/LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST ON:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ErockaMiqATlYCzSjBV?si=bn51HMopTrm6mf8DZGn5dg🎧 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/e78b7798-086e-474b-a662-c63672228390/the-holafly-podcast🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-holafly-podcast/id678420183200:00:00 Behind the Scenes of Being a YouTuber00:01:36 Turning a Passion Into a Career00:05:18 Making $6,000 in His First Month00:06:24 Why Most Creators Give Up Too Early00:14:21 Treating YouTube Like a Business00:19:36 Building Confidence, Skills and a Team00:27:15 Short-Form, AI and Staying Relevant00:35:05 Relationships and the Cost of the Dream00:43:15 How YouTubers Really Make Money00:55:09 Success, Family and What Comes Next
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  Which Asian Country Should You Visit First? | The Holafly Podcast #04 18.07.2026 1h 10m

  What does it really take to leave everything behind, buy a one-way ticket to Thailand, and build a life around travel?In this episode of The Holafly Podcast,  ⁨@harryjaggardtravel⁩  and  ⁨@Travelwithchris⁩  sit down with OG travel creator  ⁨@SteveYalo⁩  to talk about more than a decade of travel, YouTube, backpacking, van life, and some of the wildest experiences Southeast Asia has to offer.Steve shares how he left his corporate marketing job, sold almost everything he owned, and flew to Thailand with no real plan other than to travel and make videos. From backpacking through Southeast Asia and staying with local families in Vietnam to hitchhiking across Myanmar and living in a converted school bus, this episode explores both the freedom and the reality behind a life of constant travel.They also debate the best countries in Southeast Asia for beaches, street food, nightlife, friendly locals, digital nomads, solo female travelers and first-time visitors. Plus, they reveal their most underrated destinations, including East Java, Cambodia, Myanmar and Papua New Guinea.An honest conversation about taking risks, meeting strangers who become lifelong friends, getting off the beaten path, and why sometimes the best travel experiences are the ones you could never have planned.#Holafly #HolaflyPodcast #TravelPodcast #SteveYalo #TravelCreator #SoutheastAsia #Backpacking #SoloTravel #DigitalNomad #VanLife #travelstories Get your eSIM here: https://hfly.co/qbdemMore from Holafly:Newsletter with exclusive content: https://theholaflypodcast.substack.comMore from Holafly:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holafly_esimWebsite: https://esim.holafly.com/LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST ON:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ErockaMiqATlYCzSjBV?si=bn51HMopTrm6mf8DZGn5dg🎧 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/e78b7798-086e-474b-a662-c63672228390/the-holafly-podcast🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-holafly-podcast/id6784201832INTRO00:00:00 Trailer00:02:18 Quitting Everything for a One-Way Ticket00:08:58 From Backpacking to Business and Bus Life00:12:54 The Brutal Truth About Van Life00:18:19 Why Hostels Create Instant Friendships00:25:29 The Travel Experiences You Can’t Plan00:34:05 Myanmar, Bali and the Overrated Debate00:47:45 Southeast Asia Showdown: Who Wins?00:54:57 The Best Country for First-Time Travelers00:58:19 Asia’s Most Underrated Hidden Gems01:07:09 The One Travel Advice Steve Lives By
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  We survived RIO CARNIVAL (barely) | The Holafly Podcast #03 11.07.2026 55m

  Two travel creators. One of the world's biggest parties. Here is what Rio Carnival is actually like. Welcome back to The Holafly Podcast, with Harry Jaggard and Travel with Chris. In this episode, Harry and Chris give their honest verdict on Rio Carnival, one of the largest events in the world, with millions of people filling the streets of Rio de Janeiro every February. They cover everything first-timers need to know about Rio Carnival: the difference between the blocos and the Sambadrome parade, how to actually plan your trip, what safety in Rio is really like, the flirting culture at Carnival, and why losing your group without phone service might be the scariest part of the whole experience. Beyond Brazil, the episode goes into some of their wildest shared travel moments, including how they first met in Bangkok, eating raw meat in Ethiopia, and an honest conversation about whether visiting every country in the world is a real goal or just a travel ego trip. If you are planning a trip to Rio de Janeiro, curious about Brazil travel, or just want an unfiltered conversation about what it is really like to experience one of the world's biggest events, this episode is for you. Subscribe for new episodes every week with  ⁨@harryjaggardtravel⁩  and  ⁨@Travelwithchris⁩ and guests from around the world. Get your eSIM here: https://hfly.co/qbdemMore from Holafly:Newsletter with exclusive content: https://theholaflypodcast.substack.comMore from HolaflyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holafly_esimWebsite: https://esim.holafly.com/LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST ON:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ErockaMiqATlYCzSjBV?si=bn51HMopTrm6mf8DZGn5dg🎧 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/e78b7798-086e-474b-a662-c63672228390/the-holafly-podcast🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-holafly-podcast/id6784201832CHAPTERS 00:00 Trailer 00:02:28 First impressions of Rio Carnival 00:09:15 Rio beyond Carnival, helicopters, favela tours and steakhouses00:14:20 The flirting culture at Carnival00:18:30 The samba parade, Olympic-level spectacle 00:24:50 How Harry and Chris met in Bangkok 00:27:10 Raw meat in Ethiopia and comfort zones 00:36:00 Israel and Palestine, filming the most controversial destination00:45:30 Is visiting every country in the world worth it? 00:51:30 Future guests and what's coming next
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  Why NOBODY Wants You to visit CHINA | The Holafly Podcast #02 02.07.2026 59m

  What is traveling to China really like beyond politics, surveillance and the usual Western headlines?In this episode of The Holafly Podcast,  ⁨@harryjaggardtravel⁩  and  ⁨@Travelwithchris⁩  are joined by Steve from  ⁨@jetlagwarriors⁩  to explore the reality of traveling across China and how different it feels from the image often presented in Western media.Together with his wife Ivana and their daughter Jean, Steve has traveled through China several times, including a 2,000-kilometer road trip across Yunnan and into Tibet. From futuristic cities and high-speed infrastructure to remote mountain landscapes, local food, safety and everyday life, they break down the side of China most people never get to see.They also discuss the biggest misconceptions about the country, why China surprised all of them and what makes it one of the most fascinating places to travel right now.Steve also shares how Jet Lag Warriors became a full-time travel channel, how parenthood changed the way they travel and why some of their simplest videos, from supermarkets to everyday local life, became their biggest hits.Subscribe for more honest travel conversations with Harry Jaggard, Travel with Chris and guests from around the world.#ChinaTravel #TravelToChina #ChinaTravelTips #JetLagWarriors #Holafly #HolaflyPodcastGet your eSIM here: https://hfly.co/qbdemNewsletter with exclusive content: https://theholaflypodcast.substack.comMore from Holafly:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holafly_esimWebsite: https://esim.holafly.com/LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST ON:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ErockaMiqATlYCzSjBV?si=bn51HMopTrm6mf8DZGn5dg🎧 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/e78b7798-086e-474b-a662-c63672228390/the-holafly-podcast🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-holafly-podcast/id6784201832CHAPTERS00:00:00 In this episode…00:01:00 What is China really like?00:05:10 From regular jobs to full-time travel creators00:21:18 Misconceptions, propaganda and the real China00:26:18 Culture shock and everyday life00:32:19 Why China feels like the future00:33:01 Why your phone is essential in China00:35:39 Surveillance, cameras and personal freedom00:46:26 Getting a Chinese driving licence00:53:42 Traveling internationally with children00:58:17 Final thoughts
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  Why Everyone is WRONG about PAKISTAN | The Holafly Podcast #01 25.06.2026 1h 6m

  Welcome to the first episode of The Holafly Podcast, hosted by  @harryjaggardtravel  and  @Travelwithchris  travel In this new series, we explore real travel stories, behind-the-scenes experiences, creator insights and honest conversations about what it is really like to move through the world today.In this episode, Harry and Chris talk about one of the most misunderstood countries they have both visited: Pakistan. From the way Pakistan is portrayed in Western media to the reality of walking through its markets, meeting locals, drinking endless cups of chai and experiencing its famous hospitality, this conversation looks beyond the usual headlines.They discuss how Pakistan changed Harry’s travel and YouTube career, why Chris decided to visit after watching other creators, and whether travel content has helped show a more human side of the country. They also talk honestly about the challenges of traveling there, including safety concerns, armed security in Peshawar, infrastructure, hotel WiFi, food poisoning, cultural differences and whether Pakistan is ready for mass tourism.The episode also explores Pakistan’s relationship with India, the similarities and tensions between both countries, the role of politics in shaping perceptions, and how Pakistan compares with India and Bangladesh as a travel destination.If you are curious about Pakistan, adventure travel, travel creators, hospitality, food, culture and what it really feels like to visit places that are often misunderstood, this first episode is the perfect place to start.Get your eSIM here: https://hfly.co/qbdemMore from Holafly:Newsletter with exclusive content: https://substack.com/@holaflyMore from Holafly:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holafly_esimWebsite: https://esim.holafly.com/LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST ON:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ErockaMiqATlYCzSjBV?si=bn51HMopTrm6mf8DZGn5dg🎧 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/e78b7798-086e-474b-a662-c63672228390/the-holafly-podcast🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-holafly-podcast/id6784201832CHAPTERS00:00:00 Welcome to the first Holafly Podcast in English00:01:25 Why Pakistan?00:04:24 How Pakistan changed Harry’s YouTube career00:06:12 How travel videos changed Chris’s perception of Pakistan00:09:43 Do creators go to Pakistan for the views?00:12:07 Is Pakistan ready for mass tourism?00:14:16 Safety, Peshawar and armed security00:17:28 Pakistani hospitality and the tourism paradox00:23:48 Hunza, Skardu and the mountains of Pakistan00:25:45 Pakistani food, street food and food poisoning00:35:14 Staying connected while traveling in Pakistan00:38:04 Cultural differences and travel discomfort00:47:22 India vs Pakistan: politics, people and perception00:53:19 Why creators need to be honest about difficult destinations00:55:08 Bangladesh, chaos and South Asia as adventure travel57:56 Favorite cities in Pakistan
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  Holafly's NEW TRAVEL PODCAST drops TODAY 25.06.2026

  🎥 Two of YouTube's biggest travel creators🌍 Guests who've been places Google Maps won't even suggest💀 Trips your travel agent would never book🔓 Stories that will change how you see the world…and a ton of fun 😜🎧 Travel the world with @harryjaggard and @whichchris_#Holafly #StayConnected #TravelPodcast #TravelStories #esim