Zero To Travel Podcast

How to Transition to a “Normal Life” After Travel with Tom Turcich (10th Person to Walk Around the World) 02.06.2026 1val 16min

What do you do when the adventure ends? Tom Turcich is a motivational speaker, author, and the tenth person in history to walk around the world. Over seven years, he and his dog, Savannah, covered 28,000 miles across 38 countries and six continents, completing the journey in 2022. He is the author of the memoir The World Walk and the children's book Savannah's World of Adventure. In this episode, Tom shares what returning home after long-term travel actually looks like, from the mental and emotional toll of losing the road, to the financial catch-up game, to the harder question of who you are once the adventure is over. If you've ever come back from a trip and felt a strange kind of grief you couldn't quite name, this one is for you. Tom is remarkably open about the difficulty of that first year back, and the conversation gets into territory that doesn't often get talked about after a big journey ends. There's real honesty here about what it takes to find your footing again, how to rebuild adventure into a life that isn't handing it to you every day, and how to make peace with the constraints that come with settling down. What's one thing you've held onto from a big trip that's hard to explain to people who weren't there? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Why Tom describes his first year back as the only depression he's ever experienced How the world "stops coming at you" when you settle down, and what it takes to rebuild that muscle The unexpected mental and emotional challenge of no longer having a North Star Why consistency beats passion when it comes to making progress, in travel and in life What two years of walking in the Atacama Desert taught Tom about happiness Why your traveler identity matters less than the values underneath it How walking became a years-long meditation practice Tom didn't see coming The one mindset Tom would give anyone coming off the road for the first time Why building community after a big adventure takes longer than most people expect What it means to choose your constraints rather than just accept them And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Tom’s website The World Walk book Microadventures book Want More? Walking the World with Alexander Campbell and Tom Turcich The World Walk (Trilogy): Lessons From A 7 Year Walk Around The World w/ Tom Turcich Exploring A Single Map: A Travel Adventure For Everyone With Alastair Humphreys Thanks To Our Sponsors Become a Fora Advisor today at foratravel.com/zerototravel Check out Morning Brew Daily for business news that's actually fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Give Yourself Permission to Choose Differently: Jason Moore on the My Most Authentic Life Podcast 26.05.2026 50min

What does it actually take to give yourself permission to live unconventionally, and what's really standing in the way? I had the opportunity to be a guest on the My Most Authentic Life podcast with Fede Vargas, a conversation we recorded live on the rooftop at Podcast Movement Evolutions during South by Southwest in Austin, Texas. Fede interviewed me about the themes that run through this show, including unconventional paths, pivots, lifestyle design, and what it means to choose differently. This conversation pulls out some of my most honest thinking on what it means to give yourself permission to live unconventionally. We talk openly about my decade as a nomad with no fixed home, the internal and external forces that push back against unconventional choices, and how imposter syndrome never goes away but can be trained around. There's a lot here that I think will resonate if you've ever felt the pull of a different path but weren't sure you were allowed to take it. Tune In To Learn: Why giving yourself permission is often the first and hardest obstacle on any unconventional path How imposter syndrome works as a muscle you can train, not a problem you solve What it means to "pivot" before you've actually made any outward moves Why the journey before the journey has more value than most people realize How lifestyle design is less about optimization and more about filtering decisions through your ideal daily life Why the "perfect average day" exercise is a practical starting point for anyone designing their life How I spent a decade as a nomadic tour manager, including driving the Meow Mix Catmobile across the U.S. What unexpected things can happen when you follow your gut, even last-minute Why my definition of authenticity comes down to one word And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter My Most Authentic Life Instagram The Perfect Average Day Laundry House Want More? How to Pivot to a Life With More Freedom (And Travel), Get More Free Time, and Unlock Your Intuition With Jenny Blake How to Navigate Transitions and Design Your Life (Without the BS) with Lauren Handel Zander Two Paths to Location Independence and Travel (No Skills Required) With Caitlin Sunderland and Janessa Klatt Thanks To Our Sponsors Become a Fora Advisor today at foratravel.com/zerototravel Get 20% of at Cozy Earth with code ‘TRAVEL’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Turn Travel Into A Lifestyle With Goats On The Road 21.05.2026 1val 17min

What would it take for you to actually turn travel into a lifestyle, not just a vacation? Nick Wharton and Dariece Swift are the Canadian couple behind Goats On The Road, one of the longest-running travel and lifestyle blogs online. Since leaving Canada in 2008, they have lived and traveled full-time across Southeast Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and the Caribbean, funding their adventures through teaching English abroad, house sitting, freelance writing, and eventually building a successful travel blog and suite of online courses. In this episode, Nick and Dariece share the real, unfiltered story of how two regular people from a small town in Canada traded their office jobs and oil rig shifts for a decade of long-term travel, and how they've figured out how to keep it going. This episode covers what it really takes to make travel a long-term lifestyle, from the mindset shifts that keep you going to the practical ways people actually fund life on the road. Nick and Dariece have been doing this for over a decade and speak honestly about the challenges of traveling as a couple, building an online business from scratch, and knowing when to step back from work and just travel. I also share my own perspective on staying connected to your highest values as your life and travel style evolve. What has been your biggest mental or practical barrier to making travel a more permanent part of your life, and has anything ever helped you push past it? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. *This is a previously released episode from the archives! Zero To Travel interviews are timeless, offering valuable insight whenever you listen. Tune In To Learn: What happened after their first 13-month backpacking trip through Southeast Asia that set everything in motion The beach meltdown in Thailand that led to one of the boldest and most pivotal moves of their travels What it really takes to travel as a couple 24/7, and the specific things Nick and Dariece do to keep it working How Goats On The Road started and the shift in approach that became their biggest turning point Why they almost let video ruin the travel experience, and what they did about it How they've managed to avoid full burnout after more than a decade of living and working on the road The mix of jobs and strategies they've used at different stages to keep the travels funded and going How their travel style has evolved over a decade and what the lifestyle actually looks like for them now My three principles for keeping travel a lifelong priority, no matter where you are in life And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Goats On The Road Hash House Harriers Want More? Transition to Travel: From Burnout to a Year Around the World with Sofia and Teague Building a Travel Lifestyle: Digital Nomadism, Slow Travel, Exploring Latin America with Kyle Cohenour The Reality of Digital Nomad Life (Warts and All) With Steph and Dalt Thanks To Our Sponsors Become a Fora Advisor today at foratravel.com/zerototravel Get 20% of at Cozy Earth with code ‘TRAVEL’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Top 7 Hidden Gems in Oslo, Norway with Curtis Rojak of Viking Biking 19.05.2026 1val 27min

Oslo doesn't hit you the way other European capitals do. There's no single monument everyone leaves talking about, and yet people consistently walk away from this city with a feeling they can't quite explain. Curtis Rojak is an American expat who has lived in Europe for over 25 years and holds dual Norwegian-American citizenship. He is the founder of Viking Biking, Oslo's premier guided bike and hiking tour company, and has led more than 3,000 tours through Oslo on foot and by bike. This episode is a local's guide to Oslo, recorded in my living room with Curtis. We cover seven hidden gems in the city, from a haunting mausoleum most tourists never find to a private island cabin you can rent for a night on the Oslo Fjord. This episode covers what makes a place feel like home versus just a place you've visited, what it takes to genuinely know a city at a local level, and how to discover the experiences that don't make it into guidebooks. You'll also hear honest conversation about building a life abroad long-term, what draws people to certain places, and why the best travel experiences often come from knowing someone who actually lives there. Curtis brings real depth on Oslo specifically, but the broader themes about place, belonging, and authentic discovery apply to anywhere you're considering visiting or moving to. Have you ever discovered a hidden gem in a city that completely changed how you thought about that place? I'd love to hear your story, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Why one of Norway's most extraordinary pieces of art is hidden in a mausoleum most tourists never find, and how to actually visit it How to spend a Norwegian summer day at a lakeside farm where animals roam free through landscape gardens Where to find secret sea cliffs near the city, and where locals actually jump from Why a restaurant on its own private island captures the Norwegian good life better than almost anywhere else in the city What makes one of Europe's best cocktail bars worth the New York-level prices you'll pay How to rent a private island cabin on the Oslo Fjord through a local organization almost no tourists know about Why Curtis believes Oslo's greatest strength is also what most tourists only notice on their last day What 25 years as an expat taught Curtis about choosing where to live and why gut feeling matters more than logic How the "Lego Country" exercise surfaces the best things about multiple continents and destinations And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Viking Biking Want More? https://zerototravel.com/viking-biking/ Hidden Norway: 7 Off the Beaten Path Gems You'll Love with Torunn Tronsvang from Up Norway Top 10 Reasons to Love Living Abroad with Botik Quest Thanks To Our Sponsors Become a Fora Advisor today at foratravel.com/zerototravel Get 20% of at Cozy Earth with code ‘TRAVEL’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remote Roundup: Egypt Solo Travel, Building Intentional Seasons, Managing Daily Travel Stress, Creative Remote Work Workarounds (May 2026) 14.05.2026 46min

From destinations that challenge your assumptions to the routines and mindsets that make this lifestyle actually sustainable, join Caitlin and Janessa as they unpack what's been on their minds this month. Remote Roundup is a monthly series hosted by Zero To Travel's associate producer, Caitlin Sunderland, and partnerships manager, Janessa Klatt. Explore what's new in remote work and travel, including helpful tools and resources, need-to-know trends, destinations, and insight into what it really means to live and work around the world. In this episode, Janessa reports back from a solo trip to a destination most travelers hesitate to visit alone, Caitlin shares a surprisingly simple tool for building calm and consistency into nomadic life, and both take a hard look at a habit nearly every long-term traveler has that might be doing more harm than good. There are also a few remote work stories from the community that prove people will go to remarkable lengths to keep living life on their own terms. Have you ever talked yourself out of a destination based on what you'd heard, or found a way to build more balance into a life that never really stops moving? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Why Janessa says this distinction is one of the most important things solo travelers can internalize when traveling somewhere new How a single offhand comment on the podcast led Janessa to an unexpected scuba trip What solo travel in Egypt costs, why Cairo might not be your best nomad base, and what to consider instead A breathing technique that's worth adding to your daily routine while traveling Why you may want to create intentional seasons in your year even when the weather never changes The most committed remote work workarounds, and why it actually made sense And much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Caitlin on Instagram Janessa on Instagram Diving Nomads Want More? Remote Roundup: Solo Travel Hot Takes, Nomad Budgeting, Rookie Mistakes, Cape Town & Mexico City (March 2026) 7 Epic Travel Fitness Adventures (For All Levels) and Solo Travel for Transformation with Heidi Nicklaus (+ Jason’s Ultimate Travel Blunder) 7 Pro Tips For Traveling In Dangerous Countries w/ Bjorn Palsson Thanks To Our Sponsors Become a Fora Advisor today at foratravel.com/zerototravel Get 20% of at Cozy Earth with code ‘TRAVEL’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Authentic Brazil: Off-the-Beaten-Path Adventure Travel with Gift of Go 12.05.2026 1val 11min

What if the part of Brazil most worth exploring is the one almost nobody talks about? Eddie Lott is a Dallas-born expedition leader who has spent nearly two decades studying Brazilian history, geography, and culture. He rediscovered the Serra do Espinhaco in 2018 and has been documenting its trails and communities ever since. Elisa Oliveira is a Brazilian architect turned expedition coordinator who left behind her career and her previous life after a single weekend in the Espinhaco in 2019. Together, they co-founded Gift of Go, a company that builds and leads founder-guided expeditions through one of Brazil's most layered and least-visited mountain ranges, and they are also husband and wife. In this episode, co-host Paige McClanahan talks with Eddie and Elisa about how Gift of Go came to be, what their expeditions actually look like, and what travelers need to know before heading to this part of Brazil. This is a rewarding listen for anyone drawn to real adventure travel in Brazil off the beaten path. Eddie and Elisa spent three-plus years walking the terrain, building relationships with local communities, and living in the region before guiding their first traveler. You'll hear why going deep into one place beats skimming across a whole country, how arriving somewhere by foot after 17 days on the trail completely changes how you experience it, and what it means to share a destination that still has almost zero international tourism presence. Have you ever experienced a place that felt completely untouched by tourism? I'd love to hear about it, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. Co-host Paige McClanahan is a writer, editor, and former journalist based in Paris, France. As the author of The New Tourist: Waking up to the Power and Perils of Travel, Paige is passionate about making sure our travels have a positive impact on the world. Learn more about her work here. Tune In To Learn: What makes the Espinhaco a microcosm of Brazil's most important ecological, cultural, and historical themes How Elisa left an engagement and a five-year architecture career after one weekend in a remote mountain village Why Gift of Go spent three years in the field before guiding their first traveler What the Veranico is, and why January might be the most spectacular and unpredictable time to visit How the expedition formats work, from 12-day group treks to fully bespoke solo journeys Why Brazil receives fewer international visitors per year than the city of Miami, and what that means for the right kind of traveler Practical tips for Minas Gerais: think in regions, know your biomes, expect limited English, and prepare for the warmth of the people What to eat and drink, from cachaça and UNESCO-recognized cheese to fig compotes with dulce de leche And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Gift of Go Website Instagram Want More? 7 Chile Hidden Gems: Off-the-Beaten Path in Patagonia, Mapuche Culture, and More with Steph Dyson How To Be a “New Tourist,” the Powers and Perils of Tourism, Embracing Tourist Traps, and the Impact of Travel With Paige McClanahan How To Get Off The Beaten Track with Gunnar Garfors Thanks To Our Sponsors Become a Fora Advisor today at foratravel.com/zerototravel Get 20% of at Cozy Earth with code ‘TRAVEL’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Goodness Game: 5 Rules to Pay It Forward with Small Acts of Kindness with Bryan Driscoll 05.05.2026 1val 14min

What if one small act of kindness could completely change someone’s life trajectory? Bryan Driscoll is an entrepreneur, real estate investor, and the author of The Goodness Game. He built a multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio while running a marketing company, and he’s now focused on helping people create positive ripple effects through simple acts of kindness. In this episode, Bryan shares the story that inspired his kindness philosophy and breaks down his five-rule framework for making the world better in a practical, sustainable way. This episode offers a simple, practical way to approach kindness without overthinking it, something you can use at home or take with you on the road. Bryan breaks down how small, intentional actions can create meaningful impact, and why connection is often more valuable than money. It’s a grounded guide to taking action in a way that feels honest, natural, and aligned with your strengths, while also having a little fun. What’s one small act of kindness you could commit to this week, even if it feels slightly uncomfortable? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Why a random act of kindness at age 18 changed Bryan’s life forever How the “Goodness Game” turns kindness into a simple daily practice Why giving without recognition creates a deeper impact How to identify your personal helping style and use your strengths Why not everyone is your “assignment” and how to stay in your lane How to avoid burnout when helping others by creating boundaries How Bryan used Craigslist to test the ripple effect of kindness Practical random acts of kindness ideas you can try this week Why overthinking stops people from helping and how to just start And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Goodness Game website Want More? Walking the World with Alexander Campbell and Tom Turcich Bicycling Across the USA Without Money in Search of Human Connection With Daniel Troia Connecting with Strangers in 21 Countries as an Introvert, Battling the Loneliness Epidemic, Building Community at Home with Adam Schluter Thanks To Our Sponsors Become a Fora Advisor today at foratravel.com/zerototravel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10 Years & 40+ Countries: How to Travel Well as a Couple with Gabi and Shanna of 27 Travels 28.04.2026 1val 11min

What does it actually take to travel well with a partner, and what are the hidden layers of that experience when you're also navigating the world as a queer couple? Gabi and Shanna Meit-Sciara are a Brooklyn-based couple and the creators of 27 Travels, a platform launched in 2016 to document their adventures while building more visibility and resources for LGBTQIA+ travelers. Gabi is a photographer and graphic designer; Shanna is a videographer and video editor. Together, they've visited 40+ countries and built a full-time creative business rooted in their relationship and their shared love of the world. In this episode, co-host Dianni Hall sits down with Gabi and Shanna to talk about what it really looks like to build a relationship through travel, how their partnership has been tested and strengthened on the road over ten years, and what the experience of traveling as a queer couple actually involves beyond what most people see. This conversation is for anyone who's ever taken a trip with someone they care about and had to figure each other out in real time. Gabi and Shanna get specific about the roles they've each naturally fallen into, how they handle conflict during work trips without letting it ruin the experience, and the invisible, exhausting decisions queer couples make constantly on the road that most people never think about. If you've been wondering what traveling as a couple actually looks like when applied to a real, long-term relationship, this one goes deep. What's a trip that revealed something unexpected about someone you were traveling with? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. Co-host Dianni Hall is a queer, second-generation Latina, solo budget backpacker, freelancer, and host of the While She’s Away podcast, where she interviews women on their travel experience and expertise to help women live their best lives exploring the world. Learn more about her work here. Tune In To Learn: Why matching travel styles is one of the most meaningful early tests of a relationship, and how Gabi and Shanna discovered theirs on their first big trip to Arizona How the roles partners naturally fall into on the road tend to emerge without anyone actually choosing them Why adding content creation to a relationship and a trip is its own challenge, and what Gabi and Shanna have learned about navigating creative disagreements What to actually pay attention to on a first trip with a partner, including the green flags most people overlook How queer couples are constantly making decisions that straight couples rarely have to think about, from safety research to coming out to a stranger in a taxi What the invisible labor of queer travel looks like in everyday moments: hotel check-ins, ride-shares, tour sign-ups Why a loose itinerary almost always beats a rigid one, and why missing something can actually be the best thing that happens New York City hidden gems from two lifelong locals: the case for Brooklyn, vegan food in Chinatown, and more And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter 27 Travels Instagram YouTube TikTok Want More? LGBTQ+ Travel and Making A Difference with Ravi Roth Top 7 Cities for LGBTQ+ Travelers and Finding Your People Around the World with LGBTQ+ Travel Expert Alicia Valenski Choose Travel NOW! Lessons from the World’s Longest Honeymoon with National Geographic Authors Mike and Anne Howard of HoneyTrek Thanks To Our Sponsors Earn Cash Back and rewards on nearly every purchase with Rakuten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Plan Your Dream “Bucket List” Trip in 2026 + the Power of Travel to Transform with Kelly Tolliday 21.04.2026 1val 25min

What if the key to planning your dream trip isn't choosing the right destination, but first figuring out what you actually need right now in your life? Kelly Tolliday is the founder of Transform With Travel, a professional travel advisor and wellness travel expert with over a decade of industry experience, a retreat facilitator and 500-hour registered yoga teacher, and a podcast host. She has traveled to more than 45 countries and lived across four continents, including extended time in Australia, Thailand, and Costa Rica. In this episode, Kelly walks through the step-by-step system she uses to plan bucket list trips and how anyone can apply the same framework to start planning their own dream trip today. Kelly reframes the entire planning process in a way that most of us haven't considered, and it changes not just where you end up going, but how you show up when you get there. She also makes a strong case for why the best travel experiences often come from letting go, even when every instinct is telling you to hold on tighter. You'll not only get Kelly's framework, but destination recommendations and a call to action at the end that I hope you follow through on. What's one destination that's been sitting on your bucket list for way too long, and what's actually been stopping you from booking it? I'd love to hear what they are, and I hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Why asking "what do I need right now?" is the most important first question in trip planning How to use urgency as a real planning tool, and why some destinations carry a genuine now-or-never factor Why mapping out your full route, including transfer time and cost, is often the step that saves the most money How slow travel creates more space for the unscripted moments that people end up talking about for decades Why booking independent, locally-owned tour operators almost always leads to more memorable experiences than going with the bigger names How to approach accommodations with a "sense of place" mindset Advice on when hiring a professional travel advisor makes sense versus planning a bucket list trip on your own Why we both agree that physically demanding adventures should move to the top of your list sooner rather than later Hidden gem destinations worth visiting now, including a little-known Thai island that has somehow stayed off the radar How to reset your mindset when things go sideways on a trip And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Transform with Travel Instagram Want More? Live Your Bucket List w/ Ryan Jacobson Curiosity As Your Travel Guide + Exploring Overlooked Destinations with John McKenzie 7 Must-Visit Destinations for 2026 (Get There Before the Crowds Arrive!) with Lyn Hughes Thanks To Our Sponsors Earn Cash Back and rewards on nearly every purchase with Rakuten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Overland Travel in West Africa Across 7 Countries (Part 2) with Gunnar Garfors & Jacqui Kunz 14.04.2026 53min

What would you do if your bus driver bought six Coca-Colas at the border, cost you your exit stamp, and forced you to sleep outside in malaria country between two countries? Co-hosts Gunnar Garfors and Jacqui Kunz are back to share part two of their overland travel adventure through West Africa, covering the final stretch of their seven-country journey through Sierra Leone, Liberia, and the Ivory Coast. If you've ever been curious about what it actually takes to travel overland through West Africa, this episode gives you the unfiltered picture. You'll walk away with concrete tips on visa strategy, border navigation, shared transport logistics, and honest guidance on when to push through and when to bail and book a flight. Beyond the tactics, Gunnar and Jacqui model what it actually means to travel slowly and patiently through challenging terrain, staying flexible when things go sideways. If you're considering overland travel in West Africa or anywhere similarly complex, this episode cuts through the romance and gives you the real picture. Have you ever had a travel experience where everything went wrong and it somehow turned into the best story you came home with? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message. Gunnar Garfors is a Norwegian traveler, journalist, and author who became the first person to visit every country in the world twice. He is known for seeking out unusual routes and lesser-visited destinations, often traveling far beyond typical tourist paths. Jacqui Kunz is a full-time traveler who has explored more than 100 countries and was named “World’s Most Intrepid Traveler” in 2023, recognizing her commitment to exploring challenging destinations and traveling well off the beaten path. Tune In To Learn: Why Sierra Leone's land border crossing was a surprisingly smooth and welcoming experience What Freetown is really like to explore, from the historic Cotton Tree to its beaches and police checkpoints Why the city of Bo is worth a stop, and where to go nearby to see diamond mining How a fellow passenger buying Coca-Cola at the border kiosk resulted in an overnight stay between two countries in mosquito country Why Monrovia has a surprisingly American feel and where to stay, eat, and get cash When it makes sense to give up on overland travel and just book a flight How paying for an extra seat in a shared taxi can save your sanity, and why the "imaginary bag fee" is a negotiation you can usually win Why timing your trip just after the rainy season can make roads far worse than expected How Gunnar ended up in a Norwegian hospital with malaria, and why taking preventatives seriously is not optional And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Gunnar’s website Gunnar on Instagram Jacqui on Instagram iOverlander Want More? Overland Travel in West Africa Across 7 Countries (Part 1) with Gunnar Garfors & Jacqui Kunz 5 Surprising Experiences in Africa, How to Transition to a New Career After Travel, and Exploring the African Diaspora With Jay Cameron Adventure and Conservation - A 6,000 km Tuk-Tuk Journey Through Africa Thanks To Our Sponsors Earn Cash Back and rewards on nearly every purchase with Rakuten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Connect with Cultures Around the World with Dr. Kristina Wachter 07.04.2026 1val 5min

What if the secret to a truly meaningful travel experience starts not when you land, but long before you ever pack a bag? Dr. Kristina Wachter is an award-winning professor, bestselling author, and CEO of Cross-Culture Connections. With over 25 years of experience in cross-cultural communication and education, she developed the Culture SPIN Method, a four-step framework trusted in 54 countries to help individuals and organizations turn cultural differences into genuine human connection. In this episode, Dr. Wachter walks us through her Culture SPIN Method and how it applies directly to travelers who want richer, more meaningful experiences on the road. She uses real-world business stories, her own travel mishaps, and a live case study with Jason to bring the whole thing to life. If you've ever shown up somewhere and felt like you were missing something, like you were skimming the surface of a place rather than really getting into it, this conversation is for you. Dr. Wachter breaks down the cross-cultural communication tips every traveler can actually use, from how to research a culture before you go, to how to recover gracefully when you inevitably get something wrong. Whether you're planning a two-week trip or building a life abroad, there's a lot here to chew on. What's a cultural moment from your own travels that surprised you or changed the way you see things? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Why the Culture SPIN Method starts with looking inward at yourself before you ever look outward at another culture How to build a personal "cultural Venn diagram" that maps your interests onto a new destination to create real connection opportunities Why one U.S. executive unknowingly drank $300,000 worth of tea in a single business meeting, and what he did next that actually saved the deal How a single joke in South Korea cost a businessman millions of dollars in 30 seconds, and what that means for travelers too Advice for doing genuine cultural research before a trip, including reading fiction, watching local media, and finding primary-source content Why "winging it" is one of the most common and costly mistakes people make when traveling or moving abroad How to handle cultural mistakes with humility and recover without losing the connection you're trying to build Why cultural agility, the ability to pivot and adapt without beating yourself up, is one of the most valuable skills any traveler can develop What "cultural courage" really means and how acting deliberately outside your comfort zone invites reciprocity and deeper human connection Why Rick Steves' idea of traveler responsibility hit home for Dr. Wachter And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Cross-Culture Connections Culture SPIN: Your 4-Step Toolkit for Global Leadership and Cross-Culture Success Get Dr. Wachter's free Cultural Courage Guide: ⁠info@crosscultureconnections.com⁠ Want More? 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Moving Abroad (Or Traveling Long-Term) with Chrishan Wright Top 10 Challenges Of Living Abroad with BoTik Quest Building a Life Abroad, Culture Shock, and Big Leaps with Traveling Jackie Thanks To Our Sponsors Earn Cash Back and rewards on nearly every purchase with Rakuten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Journey Beyond Country Counting and Unexpected Kenya with Sarika Bansal 31.03.2026 1val 6min

What are you really looking for when you travel? Sarika Bansal is a travel writer, editor, and former editorial director of Afar magazine. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Guardian, and Vice, and she focuses on ethical storytelling, global perspectives, and the deeper impact of travel. She currently lives in Nairobi, Kenya, with her family. In this episode, Co-host Paige McClanahan talks with Sarika Bansal about how travel shapes us, from living in Kenya to trekking in the Everest region, and how those experiences influence the way we think about travel itself. This conversation explores what happens when we shift from collecting places to truly engaging with them, and how that shift can completely change the way we experience travel. Sarika shares stories from her own journey, from trekking in the Everest region to building a life in Kenya, and reflects on how stepping outside your comfort zone can reshape your worldview in unexpected ways. We also get into the idea of country counting, the value of returning to places, and how different stages of life influence not just where we go, but how we show up when we get there. What do you think matters more in travel, the number of places you visit or the depth of your experiences? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. Co-host Paige McClanahan is a writer, editor, and former journalist based in Paris, France. As the author of The New Tourist: Waking up to the Power and Perils of Travel, Paige is passionate about making sure our travels have a positive impact on the world. Get in touch and follow her on Substack. Tune In To Learn: Why Sarika’s move to Nairobi reshaped her daily life, pace, and perspective What drove her to travel writing and how growing up between the U.S. and India influenced her approach to storytelling and travel What a “questionable” volunteer trip taught her about ethics in travel early on How trekking in the Everest region while pregnant forced her to slow down What it’s like exploring quieter trails, monasteries, and local life beyond the Everest “highway” How climate change is visibly impacting fragile destinations like Everest Base Camp Why the idea of “country counting” breaks down when you question what it means to visit a place Sarika’s analogy between travel metrics and personal health, and why both can become misleading How different life stages, like traveling with kids, change how and where you explore Unexpected ways to experience Kenya, from DIY safaris to birdwatching and coastal towns And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Castle Forest Lodge Want More? Ethical Wildlife Tourism With Kristen Diederich The World’s Most Traveled Person on the Ethics of Gamifying Travel, Best Regions in the World, and Why To Keep Traveling With Harry Mitsidis of NomadMania How To Be a “New Tourist,” the Powers and Perils of Tourism, Embracing Tourist Traps, and the Impact of Travel With Paige McClanahan Thanks To Our Sponsors Earn Cash Back and rewards on nearly every purchase with Rakuten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transition to Travel: From Burnout to a Year Around the World with Sofia and Teague 26.03.2026 2val 7min

If you need some inspiration to make those travel dreams a reality, look no further! We're resharing some of our Transition to Travel episodes this month to help kickstart your plans in 2026. In this series, we interview a guest both before and after their travels (or during if it's long-term), so we can see how it all panned out and how travel has changed them. Sofia and Teague are a couple who left behind demanding careers, including law and personal training, to travel the world for a year. This conversation gives you a full arc of a transition to travel story, from fear and uncertainty to growth, burnout, perspective shifts, and ultimately redefining what “home” and “work” mean. You’ll hear how they saved money quickly, traveled on a budget, worked abroad, navigated relationship dynamics, and what surprised them most along the way. What part of your life might be ready for a transition, even if you don’t know exactly what comes next? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Why the hardest part of long-term travel often happens before you ever leave How they saved $25K in a year to fund their trip (and what made it possible) What it actually feels like in the first few weeks on the road, including the uncomfortable parts How their expectations of travel compared to the reality after a full year abroad Why working abroad became the key to slowing down and enjoying the experience What happened when they decided to travel separately for part of the journey How letting go of identity, jobs, and “normal life” reshaped how they see themselves The moment they realized travel had changed their relationship in a lasting way What they didn’t expect about returning home after a year of travel Why knowing you can always leave again changes how you approach life and work And more! Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Vagabonding by Rolf Potts Workaway Couchsurfing Trail Wallet WhatsApp MapsMe Trekking Nepal- Audio Adventure Series Want More? Transition To Travel: From Big Salary to Frugal Travel Life Transition To Travel: Single Mom + 3 Kids Move to Mexico (Jenita's Story) Transition To Travel: Radical Life Change For World Travel w/ Jordan & Tyler Thanks To Our Sponsors Earn Cash Back and rewards on nearly every purchase with Rakuten. Go to https://surfshark.com/zerototravel or use code ZEROTOTRAVEL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Start Thru Hiking and Do Hard Things Before You Feel Ready with Lauren Roerick 24.03.2026 1val 2min

Have you ever felt the pull to do something BIG, but weren’t sure if you were “that kind of person?” What if the bravest thing you could do is take the first step before you feel ready? Lauren Roerick is a long-distance hiker who has traveled more than 12,000 kilometers on foot across countries and continents. Since 2019, she has completed trails like the Pacific Crest Trail, the Colorado Trail, the Hexatrek in France, Te Araroa in New Zealand, and sections of the Transcaucasian Trail. Through her solo journeys and films, she shares stories about resilience, self-trust, and choosing a life shaped by curiosity and courage. Co-host Dianni Hall talks with Lauren about how to start thru-hiking, what solo trail life actually feels like, and how to move through fear, discomfort, and self-doubt one step at a time. You’ll hear how Lauren went from zero backpacking experience to long-distance trails by breaking intimidating goals into smaller, doable pieces. She shares what training really matters, what gear is actually worth prioritizing, how trail community works, and why thru-hiking can build self-trust in a way few other experiences can. If you’ve been curious about how to start thru-hiking but feel intimidated, this episode will give you a realistic way in. What’s one uncomfortable thing you’ve been wanting to try, and what would your version of the first step look like? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. Co-host Dianni Hall is a queer, second-generation Latina, solo budget backpacker, freelancer, and host of the While She’s Away podcast, where she interviews women on their travel experience and expertise to help women live their best lives exploring the world. Learn more about her work here. Tune In To Learn: How doing a 100K with only six weeks of training (and despite hating running) changed her confidence Why Lauren often takes a “how hard can it be” approach to new challenges How she went from having no backpacking experience to taking on the Pacific Crest Trail Why breaking big goals into smaller steps makes thru-hiking feel possible What the mental challenges of solo hiking really look like, and how she works through them How thru-hiking builds self-trust and strengthens your intuition What role fear plays on the trail, and how to move through it instead of avoiding it How to start small, even if it’s just sleeping outside for one night How to choose your first trail based on your goals, time, and experience What kind of training and gear actually matter, and what you can skip How Lauren approaches content creation on trail without losing presence in the moment And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter YouTube Instagram Want More? Hiking the West Highland Way in Scotland with Lynne Nieman A 2,190+ Mile Mother-Son Adventure: Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail after a Decade of Nomadic Family Travel with Jessica and Largo Sueiro Hiking the Camino De Santiago, Painting Your Travels, Letting Curiosity Rule, and Tiny House Living with Kari Gale Thanks To Our Sponsors Earn Cash Back and rewards on nearly every purchase with Rakuten. Go to https://surfshark.com/zerototravel or use code ZEROTOTRAVEL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transition To Travel: From Big Salary to Frugal Travel Life with Becca Hall 19.03.2026 1val 24min

Do you have dreams of long-term travel? What are you willing to "give up" in pursuit of it? If you need some inspiration to make those travel dreams a reality, look no further! We're resharing some of our Transition to Travel episodes this month to help kickstart your plans in 2026. In this series, we interview a guest both before and after their travels (or during if it's long-term), so we can see how it all panned out and how travel has changed them. Becca Hall is a long-term traveler who left a high-paying nonprofit tech job in San Francisco to pursue a life of indefinite travel. We talk about how she saved $30,000 in just a year and a half, why she travels as if she doesn’t have that cushion, and the psychology behind adopting a frugal travel mindset. She also shares what surprised her most after leaving her job, including the months it took to mentally decompress from work stress. Later, we catch up a year and a half into her journey to hear how things actually unfolded, from bartending and working festivals in Australia to building out her own van and redefining what freedom looks like on the road. What surprised you the most in Becca's journey? What was your biggest takeaway from today's episode? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Why Becca chose to act like her savings didn’t exist, even after putting away $30,000 How a no-frills travel mindset helped her save money long before she ever left home What happened when cheap travel started costing her more energy than it was worth Advice for navigating solo female travel, couchsurfing, and gut-check moments on the road The surprising emotional hangover that followed quitting a job she was desperate to leave Why earning less money ended up feeling like a better deal How festival work and bartending became part of her long-term travel strategy What pushed her from backpacking burnout into building a van in Australia The unexpected lessons she learned from creating a home on wheels by herself Why taking a break can feel strangely difficult when you’re traveling full time How she decided whether bringing a laptop was freedom or just extra baggage What indefinite travel taught her about pace, pressure, and finding her own version of flow And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Becca on Instagram Mint.com Want More? Transition To Travel with Lance Wright Transition To Travel: Radical Life Change For World Travel w/ Jordan & Tyler Transition To Travel: Single Mom + 3 Kids Move To Mexico (Jenita's Story) Thanks To Our Sponsors Earn Cash Back and rewards on nearly every purchase with Rakuten. Go to https://surfshark.com/zerototravel or use code ZEROTOTRAVEL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Connecting with Strangers in 21 Countries as an Introvert, Battling the Loneliness Epidemic, Building Community at Home with Adam Schluter 17.03.2026 1val 1min

What happens when talking to strangers while traveling becomes the thing that helps you feel less alone? Adam Schluter is an award-winning, National Geographic published photographer and writer, and the founder of Hello From A Stranger, a project built around spontaneous travel, portraits, and conversations with people he has just met. Through that project, he has traveled across 21 countries, created thousands of conversations and portraits, given a TEDx talk, published a book based on the work, and is now making a documentary. In this episode, Adam shares how a period of heartbreak, depression, and isolation pushed him to buy the cheapest ticket he could find and start talking to strangers while traveling. That simple decision eventually turned into Hello From A Stranger, Monday Night Dinners, and a larger mission to help people feel seen. We get into what travel can open up when you use it intentionally, not just to see a place, but to connect more deeply with the people in it. Adam talks about what he learned from being an introvert in unfamiliar places, why vulnerability worked better than trying to sound polished, and how genuine conversations helped him find purpose when he needed it most. We also talk about how he brought that same spirit home by inviting strangers to dinner, eventually building a recurring community gathering that now draws hundreds of people. If you’ve ever felt lonely, wondered how to meet people more naturally, or wanted to recreate a little of that hostel-kitchen magic back home, there’s a lot in this one. Trigger warning: This conversation includes honest discussion of depression, suicidal thoughts, and suicide. If you’re struggling, call or text 988 for support. What would change if you approached one stranger this week with a little more curiosity and a little less fear? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: The breaking point in Adam’s mental health, and how he navigated depression and isolation Why buying the cheapest flight he could find became the start of an unexpected journey The importance of creating a framework around his travels and what happened when he started intentionally talking to strangers Why Adam’s first attempt at approaching strangers failed, and what finally worked How vulnerability and awkward honesty opened the door to deeper conversations Why solo travel can still feel lonely, and how to move beyond “ghost mode” while traveling The story behind Monday Night Dinners, and how inviting strangers over changed his community Why a simple conversation might matter more than you think And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Hello From A Stranger Documentary Trailer Want More? 100 Documentaries Project: Traveling the Globe to Find Extraordinary Humans + Changing the World One Story at a Time with Robin Danehav How to Be a “Supercommunicator” and Connect with Anyone (At Home or on the Road) with Charles Duhigg + The Best of Baltimore, MD Bicycling Across the USA Without Money in Search of Human Connection With Daniel Troia Thanks To Our Sponsors Earn Cash Back and rewards on nearly every purchase with Rakuten. Go to https://surfshark.com/zerototravel or use code ZEROTOTRAVEL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transition to Travel: A Midlife Career Break to Travel the World with Lance Wright 12.03.2026 1val 34min

Dreaming of quitting your job and becoming a digital nomad? Planning a career break to travel the world? If you need some inspiration to make those travel dreams a reality, look no further! We're resharing some of our Transition to Travel episodes this month to help kickstart your plans in 2026. In this series, we interview a guest both before and after their travels (or during if it's long-term), so we can see how it all panned out and how travel has changed them. Lance Wright is a longtime higher education professional and the creator of The Midlife Crisis Traveler, where he shares the story behind taking a major travel leap in midlife. At the time of this episode, he stepped away from his role at Colorado State University to take a seven-month trip, and that experience led him to rethink work, identity, and how he wanted to live. This conversation gets into the real stuff behind long-term travel. Lance shares what it was like to ask for time away from a job he actually loved, how he and his wife navigated his decision to travel solo, and what helped him through the lonely stretches on the road. We also talk about minimalism, masculinity, identity, and the surprising clarity he had when he got home. What chapter in your life might be ready to close so a new one can begin? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you’ll share by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Why Lance finally stopped waiting and committed to a seven-month trip How he negotiated a leave of absence from a job he genuinely enjoyed Advice for talking with your spouse about a solo long-term trip What Albania taught him early on about connection and loneliness How local tours, cooking classes, and Workaway helped him meet people Why travel pushed him toward minimalism and a simpler lifestyle How the trip reshaped his thinking about work, masculinity, and identity What happened when he came home and realized he needed a new chapter Why trusting your own travel style matters more than following someone else’s plan And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter The Midlife Crisis Traveler Tours By Locals Want More? Transition To Travel: Radical Life Change For World Travel w/ Jordan & Tyler Transition To Travel: Single Mom + 3 Kids Move To Mexico (Jenita's Story) Transition To Travel: From 9-5 To Biking The USA with Joe Ferrara Thanks To Our Sponsors Earn Cash Back and rewards on nearly every purchase with Rakuten. Go to https://surfshark.com/zerototravel or use code ZEROTOTRAVEL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Overland Travel in West Africa Across 7 Countries (Part 1) with Gunnar Garfors & Jacqui Kunz 10.03.2026 47min

What happens when you try overland travel in West Africa across seven countries using only local transport? Gunnar Garfors is a Norwegian traveler, journalist, and author who became the first person to visit every country in the world twice. He is known for seeking out unusual routes and lesser-visited destinations, often traveling far beyond typical tourist paths. Jacqui Kunz is a full-time traveler who has explored more than 100 countries and was named “World’s Most Intrepid Traveler” in 2023, recognizing her commitment to exploring challenging destinations and traveling well off the beaten path. In this episode, co-hosts Jacqui and Gunnar share stories from the first leg of their West Africa adventure across seven countries, covering Senegal, The Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, and Guinea. They talk about what it’s really like to travel overland in West Africa, from chaotic border crossings and broken buses to incredible landscapes, unexpected friendships, and the patience required to move through the region. If you’ve ever wondered what travel in this part of the world actually feels like on the ground, this conversation gives you a candid look at the challenges, surprises, and rewards of exploring West Africa slowly. What kind of travel experiences become possible when you stop rushing and embrace the unpredictability of the journey? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Why traveling overland in West Africa requires a completely different mindset about time and planning How local minibuses work, and why you may be waiting a while to get going What it’s like traveling upriver in The Gambia to visit River Gambia National Park and see chimpanzees Why going inland in The Gambia offers a very different experience from the coastal resort areas How to navigate crossings, visas, and illegal stamp fees that travelers are sometimes asked to pay What happened when their bus broke down and the driver abandoned it on a remote road How unexpected delays led to shared rides, new friendships, and memorable moments with local travelers Why Guinea-Bissau ended up being the biggest surprise and favorite country of the trip What it’s like traveling through Guinea’s highlands on roads compared to a motocross track Why slow, overland travel creates deeper connections with people and places along the way And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Gunnar’s website Gunnar on Instagram Jacqui on Instagram Want More? 9 Ways Travel Will Change You + Lessons from Cycling Africa and Visiting 95 Countries with Alex Hennock 5 Surprising Experiences in Africa, How to Transition to a New Career After Travel, and Exploring the African Diaspora With Jay Cameron Adventure and Conservation - A 6,000 km Tuk-Tuk Journey Through Africa Thanks To Our Sponsors Earn Cash Back and rewards on nearly every purchase with Rakuten. Go to https://surfshark.com/zerototravel or use code ZEROTOTRAVEL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remote Roundup: Solo Travel Hot Takes, Nomad Budgeting, Rookie Mistakes, Cape Town & Mexico City (March 2026) 05.03.2026 1val 12min

Join Caitlin and Janessa in this Remote Roundup as they catch you up on where they’ve been lately, the travel mistakes they’re learning the hard way, and the systems that keep long-term travel from turning into financial and emotional whiplash. Remote Roundup is a monthly series hosted by Zero To Travel’s associate producer, Caitlin Sunderland, and partnerships manager, Janessa Klatt. Explore what's new in remote work and travel, including helpful tools and resources, need‑to‑know trends, destinations, and insight into what it really means to live and work around the world. In this episode, Caitlin and Janessa share what it’s like spending a season in a southern hemisphere coastal hub and time in a vibrant Latin American capital known for culture, markets, and museums. You’ll get Caitlin’s solo travel hot take and the #1 travel mistake she keeps repeating so you don’t have to, and hear from Janessa on her perfected expense tracking system with tips for self-employed travelers. What’s one “comfort” you’re keeping in your travel life right now, even if it costs a little more or takes up a little more space? I’d love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you’ll share by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Considerations for making Cape Town a long-stay base, what to expect in the cultural capital of Mexico City, and a magic town you may want to add to your Mexico itinerary Why it’s so easy to keep falling for the budget airline trap and more hidden fees you need to be aware of Why you should always check your entry stamp and never assume you’ve been granted the maximum tourist stay Janessa’s system for remote work and travel budgeting, including expense tracking apps, annual reviews, tax set-asides, and building a DIY PTO fund Why Caitlin says she hates solo travel (yet still thinks everyone should do it), and why we need to redefine what “solo” means A common travel mistake and what it can reveal about the expectations we carry into travel And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Caitlin on Instagram Janessa on Instagram TravelSpend Trabee Pocket Want More? Going Nomad with Jason Robinson Joys of Solo Travel with Manjinder Kang Remote Roundup: True Costs of Long-Term Travel, Taxes & Borderless Living, an Underrated Productivity Habit, + More (October 2025) Thanks To Our Sponsors Earn Cash Back and rewards on nearly every purchase with Rakuten. Go to https://surfshark.com/zerototravel or use code ZEROTOTRAVEL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Listen to the Planet Visionaries podcast on Apple and Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Planning a Mini-Retirement, Why 2+ Years of Travel Lead to an (Amicable) Divorce, Hidden Gem Destinations for Adventure Seekers with Helen Lin 03.03.2026 1val 17min

How would your life change if you decided to take a mini-retirement to travel the world, instead of waiting? After saving for two years, Helen Lin and her former husband, Tim, put their life into storage, rented out their home, and quit their 9–5 jobs to take off on a mini-retirement traveling around the world. They documented their 25+ month adventure across 26 countries on their YouTube channel, Helen and Tim Travel. Along the way, their relationship was reshaped by the experience, and they ultimately returned home divorced, still grateful for the journey they shared. In this episode, Helen shares what it actually looked like to plan and take an extended trip as a mini retirement, including the practical runway, the emotional realities, and the unexpected ways long-term travel can impact your relationships. If you’ve ever dreamed of taking months off to travel, this conversation gives you a grounded look at what it takes to make it happen and what you might learn about yourself along the way. Helen talks about building a financial runway, using local guides to lower the friction of adventure travel, and why campervan trips can be their own logistical puzzle. We also get honest about the parts people rarely post, stress, mental health, and the way constant proximity can intensify relationship dynamics. Plus, Helen shares destination recommendations and the practical systems that helped them stay on the road, including earning 1.5 million credit card points over five years to offset major travel costs. If you took a mini retirement, what would you want it to help you rethink about your life right now? I’d love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you’ll share by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Why Helen thinks “mini retirement” beats waiting for traditional retirement How increasing your savings rate can create a real travel runway Advice for choosing destinations around seasonality and the adventures you want most How guided trips can reduce risk and planning overwhelm for big hikes and outdoor goals What Helen learned from campervanning in Norway and New Zealand, and what she’d plan differently How long-term travel can amplify relationship patterns, for better or for worse Why “wherever you go, there you are” applies to mental health on the road How to think about boundaries and personal space when traveling with a partner How Helen and Tim earned about 1.5M points and miles over time to support their travels What it looks like to come home and build a new chapter after a life-shifting trip And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Instagram Helen and Tim Travel Waves of Color Want More? How to Win at Travel with “The Points Guy” Brian Kelly Travel Is Your Birthright: Breaking Free from “Too Broke to Travel”, Travel Hacking (Without Credit Cards), and Solo Travel in 90+ Countries with Shakeemah Smith How to Plan Your Camino + Going Beyond the Camino Frances (Secret Routes, Donkey Highways, and Spain’s Hidden Village Network) with Shawn and Lainey Thanks To Our Sponsors Listen to the Planet Visionaries podcast on Apple and Spotify Go to https://surfshark.com/zerototravel or use code ZEROTOTRAVEL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Earn Cash Back and rewards on nearly every purchase with Rakuten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices