Best Adventuretravel Podcasts (2023)

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Exploring Opportunities in Alternative Hospitality (For Investors and Travelers) With Peter Fabor 1:28:36

28m ago1:28:36

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From glamping to co-living to Airbnb and other short-term rentals – the list of unique places to stay during your travels is endless! Peter Fabor is with me today to discuss the alternative hospitality scene and its revolutionary impact on travelers, investors, and industry enthusiasts. Peter is a trailblazer in the modern age of hospitality and re…

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Active Travel Adventures

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Avoiding Crowds on the El Camino : The First Stages of the French Way 40:04

21m ago40:04

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Avoid Crowds on the El Camino de Compostella There are three ways to avoid the crowds when doing the El Camino: avoid peak season, avoid the busiest routes, avoid the last 100 km into Santiago. Today's guest, David, chose a great way by walking the first two stages of the most popular route, the French Way, but instead of the last 100 km/60 miles l…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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A Personal Evolution Through Travel + Creating Your Own Path with Nikki Vargas 1:28:21

1d ago1:28:21

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Today, I’m joined by Nikki Vargas to explore how her relationship with travel has developed and changed over the years and the impact it’s made on the trajectory of her life. Nikki is the senior editor at Fodor's Travel, a bestselling author, and a public speaker. Her recent book, Call You When I Land, whisks readers away through the countries that…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Top 10 Hidden Gems: East Africa (Beyond the Safari) and Transitioning to Travel With Sasha and Megnote Lezhnev 1:13:26

14m ago1:13:26

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Is a trip to Africa on your list? Today, I’m joined by Sasha and Megnote Lezhnev to get their list of the top 10 hidden gems in East Africa. In this episode, Sasha and Megnote talk about what it took for them to take a career break to travel full-time as a family and share practical advice for anyone wanting to do the same. You’ll learn about their…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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How to Be a Digital Nomad With Kayla Ihrig 1:21:01

4d ago1:21:01

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Are you considering becoming a digital nomad or curious about the lifestyle? Kayla Ihrig is with me today to talk about the digital nomad lifestyle and the realities of working and living on the road. Kayla's a remote worker and business owner who's been living and traveling abroad since 2017, when she bought a one-way ticket out of the US. She's s…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Exploring A Single Map: A Travel Adventure For Everyone With Alastair Humphreys 1:15:46

1d ago1:15:46

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Alastair Humphreys is a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year who decided to trade in his grand adventures for spending an entire year roaming the local map he lived on, measuring just 20km. He’s cycled around the world for four years, raced a yacht across the Atlantic, canoed 500 miles down the Yukon River, and walked the length of the Holy K…

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Driven to Ride

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Ricky Carmichael 51:10

9d ago51:10

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For those who watched our next guest’s ascent to motocross and supercross greatness, the acronym by which this hall of famer is often and deservingly referred is apropos. Credited with 15 national titles—10 in motocross, including two perfect seasons, and five in supercross—Ricky Carmichael is indeed the GOAT, or the Greatest Of All Time. Following…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Bridging the Gap: Travel Inclusion and Equity With Brandon Miller From Too Fly Foundation 59:21

3d ago59:21

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Today, I’m joined by Too Fly Foundation Co-Founder and Director of Brand Strategy Brandon Miller to learn how his transformative travel experiences led to his work in travel inclusion and creating a world where every student has the opportunity to travel. The Too Fly Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide passports, trav…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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How to Travel Using Artist Residencies (Even if You’re Not an “Artist”) + a Creative Approach to Life With Mi’Jan Celie Tho-Biaz 1:29:42

12d ago1:29:42

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Mi’jan Celie Tho-Biaz is with me today to share how she’s traveled the world for the last 15 years by utilizing artist residencies. You may be surprised to discover that these opportunities aren’t just for artists in the usual sense but creatives like writers, scientists, and even psychoanalysts! Mi’Jan is a Kennedy Center Citizen Artist, an expert…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Cross Country Canoeing: 7,500 Miles Into the Soul of America + an Unconventional Life of Travel With Neal Moore 1:40:46

15d ago1:40:46

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Today, I’m joined by Neal Moore to hear about his epic 7,500-mile canoeing adventure across America, spanning 22 months, 22 states, and 22 rivers. Neal has been dubbed the “modern-day Huckleberry Finn,” and it’s no surprise why! In this episode, you’ll discover how a family tragedy turned his world upside down and eventually led him to a life of tr…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Crossing the USA With Two Mules, Slow Travel Bliss, and Simple Living With Bernie Harberts 1:30:09

10d ago1:30:09

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Today, I’m joined by Bernie Harberts to learn how spilling a cup of coffee led him to a life of simplicity, slow travel, and being one of the only people in America to spend over 1,000 days and nights traveling by horse and mule. Bernie is an author, filmmaker, adventurer, and speaker. He prides himself on tackling big trips in small bites, which m…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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When Is the Best Time to Book a Flight (In 2024) With Christie Hudson 1:14:37

12d ago1:14:37

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When is the best time to book a flight? It’s the million-dollar question, and Christie Hudson from Expedia is with us today to answer just that! In this episode, Christie shares the secrets to getting the best flight deals based on the 2024 Air Hacks Report. You’ll learn what day of the week you should purchase your tickets, how far in advance to b…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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World Tour for Climate Change: Hitchhiking, Biking, and Low-Carbon Travel With Megan Routbort 59:42

15d ago59:42

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Megan Routbort is one half of a French-American duo on a mission to tell stories of optimism about the people working to find solutions against climate change. At the time of this recording, they’re six months into their three-year voyage, visiting "climate hotspots" and exploring the world through low-carbon travel. In this episode, Megan shares w…

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Active Travel Adventures

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25 Affordable Travel Gifts They'll Actually Want 32:51

22d ago32:51

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25 Affordable Travel Gifts They'll Actually Want You are sure to find a great travel gift for your loved ones (and even yourself:) on today's show! Discover 25 terrific gifts for under $60 - most $30 and under: Travel Gifts for Comfort Travel Gifts for Convenience Travel Treats and Little Luxuries Travel Gifts for Safety Armchair Travel Gifts Link …

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Driven to Ride

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Peter Egan 49:14

23d ago49:14

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For a generation of motorcycle enthusiasts, Peter Egan represented something of a revelation. Here was someone who spoke their language, who found ways to escape the chill of winter to bring them with him across the country, eloquently describing through the pages of Cycle World the flat expanses, curving mountain roads, and scenic coastlines he tr…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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How to Leverage Real Estate to Fuel Your Ideal Travel Lifestyle (5 Expert Strategies) With Travis Sherry 1:23:19

17d ago1:23:19

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Today, I’m joined by my friend Travis Sherry to learn how to use real estate and short-term rentals to support your travel lifestyle. Whether you’re new to the game or a real estate pro, this episode has value for everyone! Travis and his wife Heather combined their love for travel and real estate to build a thriving short-term rental business. One…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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America’s Greatest Road Trip! Key West to Deadhorse: 9,000 Miles Across Backroad USA With Tom Cotter 1:04:15

26d ago1:04:15

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Today, I'm joined by author Tom Cotter to learn about his experience taking the most epic American road trip from Key West, Florida, to Deadhorse, Alaska! Tom is no stranger to road trips, having traced Route 66 in a 1939 Ford Woody wagon and following the Lincoln Highway coast to coast behind the wheel of a 1926 Model T. Popularly known as "The Ba…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Top 7 Up-And-Coming Destinations to Visit (Before They Get Crowded) With Gunnar Garfors 1:29:07

23d ago1:29:07

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Need some inspiration for your upcoming travels? Today, I’m sitting down with Gunnar Garfors, the first person to travel to every country in the world not once… but TWICE! As the ultimate travel expert, he’s with us to share his list of the best places to visit before they get too popular. You’ll hear about seven out-of-the-ordinary destinations sp…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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National Geographic’s Best of the World: Where to Travel in 2024 and Beyond (With Senior Editor Allyson Johnson) 1:19:22

25d ago1:19:22

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Have you started planning your 2024 travels? Today, I’m joined by National Geographic Senior Editor Allyson Johnson to explore some of the must-visit places from National Geographic’s new book Best of the World: 1,000 Destinations of a Lifetime. After a decade of releasing Best of the World lists, National Geographic has now crafted the ultimate il…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Living in Ecuador, Indigenous Communities, Rainforest Conservation, and Cultural Experiences With Photographer Mark Fox 1:41:37

27d ago1:41:37

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Today, I’m joined by photographer Mark Fox to talk about his experience working in Amazon Rainforest conservation and how he built a life around travel and his passions. Mark is a British photographer based in Quito, Ecuador. In 2017, he quit his stable job as a cameraman in the UK to travel the world. He now works with an Amazon conservation organ…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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8,000 Miles Across India in a Vintage Rolls Royce With Rupert Grey (Romantic Road) 1:18:56

1M ago1:18:56

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Media lawyer and world adventurer Rupert Grey and his wife spent six months driving across India in their beat-up 1930s Rolls Royce. Their epic journey was turned into a documentary film called “Romantic Road” and was produced by Sharon Stone! In this episode, Rupert shares about this adventure, and we discuss their bold choice to travel through In…

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Active Travel Adventures

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Advice for doing an El Camino These Days plus my Primitivo Camino 35:52

1M ago35:52

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Advice for doing an El Camino These Days plus my Primitivo Camino The El Camino is SUPER popular these days and is on many adventurer's wish list. Get important tips for avoiding crowds to ensure that YOU have a 'Buen Camino (Good Camino)" on this popular bucket list adventure. In addition to helpful insights on planning your El Camino, you will al…

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Driven to Ride

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The National Motorcycle Museum 36:01

1M ago36:01

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The National Motorcycle Museum in Anamosa hosted over 500 motorcycles from every decade and almost every manufacturer, all handpicked by John Parham and his family of J&P Cycles fame. Unfortunately, the museum had to shut down back in September. Let's take a look inside before they close the doors for good, and find out the story of how one guy got…

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Driven to Ride

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Alonzo Bodden 42:06

1M ago42:06

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Six-foot-four-inch Alonzo Bodden strikes an imposing figure, both on the stage as an internationally recognized comedian and off it. A native of Queens, New York, Bodden moved in the 1990s to Long Beach, California, where he worked in the aviation industry as a mechanic. Since his comedy career took off, Bodden has appeared in numerous films and TV…

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Driven to Ride

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What is Driven to Ride? 2:39

29d ago2:39

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Curious about what you'll find on the Driven to Ride podcast? Start here! All our links: https://linktr.ee/driventoridepodcast Business Inquiries: hello@driventoridepodcast.comBy Mark Long, Flint Rock LLC, Matthew Miles

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Dark Tourism and the Complexities of Dark Destinations with Professor James Treadwell 1:18:45

1M ago1:18:45

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There is no denying that places like Alcatraz and Auschwitz are rooted in dark history, but Disney World? A dark destination?! Today, I’m joined by Dr. James Treadwell to unravel the intricacies of dark tourism. Dr. Treadwell is a Professor of Criminology at Staffordshire University. He is also the co-author of 50 Dark Destinations: Crime and Conte…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Only $50 and a Dream: Biking Across the USA Solo with Zero Experience with Jasmine Reese 1:23:55

1M ago1:23:55

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In 2013, Jasmine Reese took her puppy and a violin on a bicycle tour across the United States with less than $50 in her pocket. She was, in her words, a “chubby city girl, trying to regain self-confidence and recapture the person she thought she’d lost.” In this episode, you'll hear about the profound acts of kindness that renewed Jasmine's faith i…

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Active Travel Adventures

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England's Coast to Coast Path : Walking Holiday 29:19

2M ago29:19

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England's Coast to Coast Walking Holiday Spend your holiday walking the UK's epic Coast to Coast path from Saint Bees to Robin Hoods Bay! You can walk one or both sections of this 180 mile/300 km trail (the mid-point is Kirby Stephen). Take a self-guided tour where your luggage is moved daily and all logistics are arranged for you with my affiliate…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Top 3 Life Lessons from the World’s Greatest Adventurers with Aaron Millar (Host of the Armchair Explorer Podcast) 1:01:08

2M ago1:01:08

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Today, I’m joined by Aaron Millar, host of the Armchair Explorer podcast, to share the top lessons he’s gathered through his conversations with some of the world’s greatest adventurers. In this episode, Aaron shares his favorite stories from travelers who have trekked through Africa in search of their next “thing,” traveled along the Oregon Trail t…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Silence in the Age of Noise with Legendary Explorer Erling Kagge 1:05:13

2M ago1:05:13

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We're pulling one of my top picks from the archive for a second episode this week! What an incredible show today as I sit down (in person) and chat with legendary explorer and adventurer Erling Kagge. Erling is a man of many firsts. In 1990, Erling was the first to reach the North Pole without support as part of a two-person team, and in 1992-93, h…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Lessons from Coaching Olympians, Traveling to 150+ Countries, and 30,000+ KM of Human-Powered Travel with Antonio Cala 1:28:41

2M ago1:28:41

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Do you want to quit your job, embark on an epic adventure, and build an online business? After leaving his successful career as the trainer for the New Zealand Olympic swimming team, Antonio Cala went on to cycle 25,000 kilometers from California to Patagonia, live on a sailboat for three years, and ride a motorcycle 30,000 kilometers from Spain to…

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Active Travel Adventures

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Boat and Bike Tour non-Touristy Greek Islands 40:59

2M ago40:59

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Boat and Bike Tour of the Cyclades and Saronic Islands of Greece Explore a less touristy and more authentic part of Greece on this week long boat and bike tour departing from Athens. Each day, you visit a different island and bike about a half day (e-Bikes available and recommended!). The rest of the time you are exploring charming Greek villages a…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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“Universe, I Trust You” - An Experiment on Letting Go with Roberta Mussato 1:21:57

2M ago1:21:57

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How would your travels be different if you set aside expectations and surrendered to the journey? After realizing that much of Roberta’s pain came from unmet expectations, she decided to experiment with a new life approach that involved planning nothing and letting go of any attachment to how things turned out. In this episode, author and coach Rob…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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The Psychology of Travel with Dr. Andrew Stevenson 1:26:27

2M ago1:26:27

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Does travel really make you happier? Today, I’m joined by Dr. Andrew Stevenson to unravel the mysteries of travel from an academic and psychological perspective. Dr. Stevenson is a cultural psychologist and senior lecturer in psychology at Manchester Metropolitan University in Manchester, England. In his recent book, The Psychology of Travel, Dr. S…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Unique Local Festivals: The Buffalo Roundup South Dakota - History, Adventure, and Tradition 45:52

3M ago45:52

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Saddle up and get ready for a wild ride because today, you're headed to the Buffalo Roundup in South Dakota! This episode is from The Travel South Dakota Stories, an immersive first-person podcast that takes you on a journey through the Land of Infinite Variety. In this episode, award-winning travel writer and host Brian Thacker takes you to one of…

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Active Travel Adventures

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Hike the Israel National Trail - Long Distance Hiking 1:01:10

3M ago1:01:10

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Hike Israel's National Trail! Kit interviews Malia, who backpacked the entire 680 mile/1100 km Israel National Trail from Golan Heights to Eliat, via the Dead Sea, Jerusalem and Masada. On this magnificient long distance trail, that takes 45-60 takes to thru hike (60% of folks section hike it), you get a chance to experience Israel's beautiful moun…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Work Exchange: How to Travel with Purpose with Ricardo Lima from Worldpackers 1:23:30

3M ago1:23:30

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How can volunteering abroad enhance your travels? Today, I’m joined by Ricardo Lima, founder of Worldpackers, to talk about how you can get the most out of your work exchange experience. Worldpackers is an online platform that connects travelers looking to exchange their skills for accommodations with incredible hosts from around the world and has …

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Bike-Packing Scotland and Breaking Free of Cultural Expectations with C.D. Seventeen 1:16:25

3M ago1:16:25

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How can travel serve as a path to healing and self-discovery? Today, I’m joined by C.D. Seventeen, a techno music artist, DJ, painter, and poet, to talk about what it was like growing up in the Yunnan Province of China and how a bike-packing trip through the Scottish Highlands and the Orkney Islands helped her reclaim her power. In this episode, Se…

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Active Travel Adventures

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You Did It! Listener Stories 37:31

3M ago37:31

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YOU Did It!!! Listener Adventure Stories Today we start a new segment on the show featuring folks like you and me, who got inspired to step outside of their comfort zone and took on an adventure. While in the future, these will be shorter segments added to the regular show, I thought we'd start off with this incredible story of Sally, who thought s…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Top 5 Alternative European Destinations (to Avoid the Crowds) with Joseph Reaney 1:26:48

3M ago1:26:48

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Want to visit some of the less popular but equally epic destinations in Europe? Joseph Reaney is a freelance travel writer based in the UK and Czech Republic who’s written for Lonely Planet, DK Eyewitness, Fodor's Travel, National Geographic, and Rough Guides. In addition to his freelance writing, Joe is the founder and editor-in-chief of the trave…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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How to Get a Remote Job with Jordan Carroll 1:27:15

3M ago1:27:15

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Need help landing your dream remote job? Considering becoming a digital nomad but not sure where to start? Look no further than Jordan Carroll, AKA The Remote Job Coach! After landing his dream job working for Remote Year, Jordan now helps job seekers level up their game by teaching them an effective strategy to land legitimate remote job opportuni…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Cracking the Cultural Code With Lorelou Desjardins 1:36:19

4M ago1:36:19

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Integrating ourselves into a new culture allows us to meet more locals and enhance our travel experience. But how can we do this in the most authentic and ethical way? Lorelou Desjardins is a French lawyer who’s lived in seven countries, speaks four languages, and has dedicated over a decade to addressing environmental issues and fighting injustice…

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Active Travel Adventures

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Independent Travel Tips plus the Balkans 59:17

4M ago59:17

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Independent Travel Tips plus the Balkans Kit discusses her fall and winter exploration of the fascinating, beautiful and incredibly complicated Balkan region. In addition to some of her much loved travel tips, she shares impressions and experiences in Bosnia, Montenegro, Serbia, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Albania. If you think , "Balkans = War/No …

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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How To Take More Vacations by Booking Better, Cheaper Flights With Scott Keyes 1:13:07

4M ago1:13:07

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I’m pulling one of my favorites from the archive for this week's episode! If you want to learn the secret to finding cheap flights, listen to Scott Keyes. Scott took his passion for finding cheap flights and sharing deals with friends and turned it into the uber-successful Going (formerly Scott’s Cheap Flights), a service that tracks airfare prices…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Alcohol-Free Travel (10 Expert Tips) With Margaret Ward 1:14:51

4M ago1:14:51

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Have you ever thought about what your travels would look like without alcohol? Today I’m joined by Margaret Ward to get her 10 expert tips on traveling alcohol-free and explore why this may be something you’d want to consider trying yourself! After eliminating alcohol, Margaret rediscovered her joy for travel – so much so that she started Alcohol-F…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Exploring San Francisco by Cable Car 52:39

4M ago52:39

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Today, we have a special episode from Exploring San Francisco - an audio adventure recorded on location, designed to let you feel what it’s like to experience this incredible city yourself! In this episode, award-winning travel writer and host Aaron Millar takes us on an immersive whirlwind journey, exploring San Francisco in the most iconic way po…

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Active Travel Adventures

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Peru Adventures : Humantay, Palccoyo, Huacachina, Uyuni Salt Flats and more! 35:24

4M ago35:24

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In this Part II of my Peru adventures, we finish up our adventure travel tour with my affiliate, Active Adventures (exclusive listener promo code ATA200 to save $200 off ANY of Active Adventures epic worldwide tours!), and then my sister Terry and I head off on our own to explore other exciting places in southern Peru and Bolivia, including: Climb …

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Top 10 European Food Experiences With Kenny Dunn From Eating Europe 1:47:20

4M ago1:47:20

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What better way to experience and connect with a culture than through its food? Today I’m joined by Eating Europe founder Kenny Dunn to learn how travel led him to discover his passion for food and get expert insight on the top 10 authentic food experiences you don’t want to miss when visiting Europe. Since 2011, Eating Europe has guided over 300,0…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Only in Wisconsin 1:20:14

5M ago1:20:14

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What comes to mind when you think of Wisconsin? Today I’m joined by Anne, Cassie, and Casey from Travel Wisconsin to help you discover the unexpected wonders waiting for you in the Badger State. Wisconsin is filled with friendly locals, incredible food, amazing culture, and epic outdoor adventure – and you’re going to get a big heaping slice of all…

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Zero To Travel Podcast

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Lessons From Caring for the Dying and Bike Packing 18 Countries With Jerry Kopack 1:26:25

5M ago1:26:25

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Here's a powerful question to ask yourself, "Am I using your time well?". Jerry Kopack is an author, speaker, and recovering cubicle dweller. After doing his time in corporate America, he founded and ran a hospice for 10 years. Through serving patients at the end of their lives, Jerry learned the greatest lesson, one not found in any business schoo…

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