Best Budgettravel Podcasts (2025)

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Top 11 Ways To Rock Your Music Festival Experience with Jason and Kelly Law 1:02:53

2d ago1:02:53

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Have you traveled just to go to a music festival? What one realization can lead to a life of travel? Jason Law and his wife Kelly are the duo behind Festy GoNuts and GoNuts Marketing, the ultimate resource for enhancing your music festival experience. They’ve been to countless festivals, created a tight-knit community of festival lovers, and know e…

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50 Road Trip Activities for Kids (Mostly Screen-Free) 43:49

1h ago43:49

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Road Trip Activities: Road Trip Amazon Idea List: https://amzn.to/4lGzyte Travel Journal for Kids: https://a.co/d/4sFw6sl Road Trip Activity Book: https://www.emilymkrause.com/road-trip-activity-book-ages-4-8 Road Trip Scavenger Hunt: https://www.subscribepage.com/packing Conversation Starters Blog Post: https://www.emilymkrause.com/blog/engaging-c…

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A 2,190+ Mile Mother-Son Adventure: Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail after a Decade of Nomadic Family Travel with Jessica and Largo Sueiro 1:17:47

4d ago1:17:47

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What is it like to hike over 2,000 miles on the Appalachian Trail… with your teenage kid? Jessica and Largo are part of the adventurous WorldTowning family, who’ve been living a full-time travel lifestyle for over a decade. From sailing across the Atlantic to road-tripping Europe in an RV, they’ve redefined “home” and “school” many times over. Jess…

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How to Be A Tourist in Your Own City, State, or Region 14:34

5d ago14:34

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Whether you're on a budget and saving up for bigger trips, or you're new to travel with kids and don't know where to start, being a tourist in your own city, state, or region might be the solution for you! This topic is near and dear to my heart because I got my start as a travel writer touring my own state. We did day trips and the occational over…

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Immersion Travel: Becoming a Porter in Nepal with Nate Menninger 1:26:34

6d ago1:26:34

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Nate Menninger has chased experiences around the world, from running with the bulls in Spain to diving the Blue Hole in Belize. Most recently, he became one of the first foreigners to work as a Himalayan porter in Nepal, an experience he documented in his first-ever film, The Porter. In this episode, Nate shares the wild story of becoming a porter …

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JUMP 182: The Tao of Adventure with Filmmaker and Humanitarian Jordan Campbell 55:36

7d ago55:36

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Adventure is stepping out into the unknown, whether that takes us deeper into our backyards or across the world, and we have the choice to say yes to it. Saying yes to adventure sets in motion a path toward strength, resourcefulness, education, and ultimately lessons and momentum to carry us forward. Saying yes to adventure has the power to complet…

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Myanmar’s Secret Railways: Uncovering Stories of Resistance, Resilience, and Oppression with Clare Hammond 1:26:46

11d ago1:26:46

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What hidden stories lie beneath the surface of the places you travel? Clare Hammond is an award-winning investigative journalist currently working with Global Witness to expose the issues relating to natural resources, conflict, and corruption. In 2016 while working in Myanmar, she discovered an obscure map showing a web of railways that weren’t sh…

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Sicily Uncovered: Street Food, Wine Regions, and the Art of Slowing Down 1:04:27

16d ago1:04:27

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What is it about Sicily that makes travelers fall in love (and some never leave)? Linda Sarris is a Sicilian travel expert, private chef, and the author of three Moon Travel Guides covering Sicily and Southern Italy. After building her career as a private chef in New York City, she followed her passion for food and culture to Palermo, Italy, where …

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The Hidden Gems of Andalusia: Discover the Spain Most Travelers Miss with Lucas Peters 1:11:31

18d ago1:11:31

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What makes Andalusia one of the best hidden gems in all of Spain? Lucas Peters is a tour operator and award-winning travel writer. His latest book with Moon Travel Guides explores the magic of southern Spain, sharing the must-see highlights, unique experiences, and the best local flavors of Seville, Granada, and Andalusia. In this episode, Lucas un…

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Washington State Family Road Trip Itinerary (Olympic National Park, Leavenworth, and Seattle with Kids) 43:30

16d ago43:30

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Today's episode is all about our spring break road trip through Washington State! We stopped in Olympic National Park (See previous episode for more details), Leavenworth, and Seattle. FIND ME AT: Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amomexplores/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amomexplores EMAIL ME AT: hello@amo…

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10 Key Principles That Built a $40M Business While Traveling with Dan Demsky 1:33:24

23d ago1:33:24

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What if you could build a business that funds your dream lifestyle without sacrificing travel and freedom? Dan Demsky is the co-founder and CEO of Unbound Merino, a premium Merino wool clothing brand that has redefined minimalist, high-performance fashion. Dan has built Unbound Merino into an eight-figure global business while working fully remotel…

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JUMP 181: Milestone - Celebrating 11 Years of Podcasting with Jackie 1:16:11

22d ago1:16:11

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This episode is one for the books. Eleven years ago this week, Jackie first launched this podcast. Why? Largely because of the advice of Podcast Hall of Fame inductee Lou Mongello, who is here as a guest host today. Listen in as Lou himself picks up the mic and turns it on Jackie, to reflect on and celebrate the past decade-plus of her podcasting j…

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Olympic National Park with Kids: Where to Stay, What to Do, and How Long You Need 31:13

21d ago31:13

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On today's episode of the Travel with Kids podcast, we're talking all about Olympic National Park in Washington State. It's located on the Olympic Peninsula, and the best option for visiting a National Park in spring (especially if you're not used to driving in the mountains in snow). We stayed at Kalaloch Lodge which was the perfect spot to stay i…

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Strategies for Living an Unconventional Life with Ingrid Alm 1:10:16

22d ago1:10:16

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Is it time to rethink the “rules of life?” What if you could redefine success, family, and adventure on your own terms? Ingrid Alm is an adventurer, writer, and mom who has made it her mission to challenge the conventional rules of life. Ingrid has walked, paddled, and biked thousands of miles with her family in tow, proving that parenthood doesn’t…

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Listener Questions: Reverse Engineering a Move Abroad, How to Choose a Location-Independent Business, and Smart Ways to Travel a Continent 28:24

1M ago28:24

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How can moving abroad help solve a specific life challenge? How do you choose the right location-independent business to start? What's the best way to navigate traveling across longer distances? In this episode, I answer listener questions to help you take a more intentional approach to designing your travels and location-independent lifestyle. You…

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Paris with Kids! 3-Day Paris Itinerary for Families 43:12

28d ago43:12

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Today's episode is all about our trip to Paris for my daughter's 5th birthday! We spent 2 days in Disneyland Paris (see previous episode), and 3 days in Paris. I'll share where we stayed, what we did, and what I though was worthwhile to do with kids! Links: Zoe Stroller: https://glnk.io/zlzjm/amomexplores Hotels: Hotel Londres Eiffel: https://www.h…

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Nomadic Matt on “How to Travel the World on $75 a Day,” Budget Travel, and Finding Your Balance While Traveling 57:50

1M ago57:50

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What if you could travel the world without breaking the bank? What does it mean to be a traveler after nearly two decades on the road? Travel-blogging legend and best-selling author Matt Kepnes has been traveling the world on a near-continual basis since 2006. In 2008, he launched his site NomadicMatt.com to catalog his travel experiences and share…

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How to Go to College for Free with Jenn Viemont 1:01:04

1M ago1:01:04

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Is studying abroad in Europe the ultimate travel hack? How can you get your entire college degree abroad for a fraction of the cost of U.S. tuition? Through her website, Beyond The States, Jen Viemont helps students and lifelong learners navigate the world of European university programs. In this episode, Jen explains how to study in Europe for fre…

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JUMP 180: Pilot, Diver, & Most Interesting Woman in the World Kellee Edwards 47:52

1M ago47:52

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Join Jackie and guest Kellee Edwards, licensed pilot, scuba diver, television host, and “Most Interesting Woman in the World.” Kellee shares her story about how she got started on her path to becoming a pilot and having a show on the Travel Channel, plus what inspires and drives her to keep going, as well as her advice on how to act on big dreams. …

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Solo Traveling Europe and “The Stans” in a Campervan with Maria Glaser 1:11:18

1M ago1:11:18

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How do you build the confidence to take off on a long-term solo vanlife journey, especially through lesser-traveled regions? Maria Glaser has been traveling solo in her self-converted van across 16 countries, from Germany to Mongolia. What started as a pandemic project turned into an epic adventure spanning thousands of miles, unexpected challenges…

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Exploring Tibet with Robert Kelly 1:01:02

1M ago1:01:02

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What does it really take to visit Tibet, and how can you have an authentic experience while you're there? My guest today is Robert Kelly, a seasoned travel writer who has co-authored multiple editions of Lonely Planet’s Tibet guidebook. With years of firsthand experience in Tibet and its surrounding regions, Robert shares his insights on what makes…

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DISNEYLAND PARIS: Our Experience and Tips for Visiting with Kids 34:44

1M ago34:44

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In this episode I'm sharing all about our trip to Disneyland Paris including where we stayed, what our favorite rides were in the park, the overall costs, and taking transportation between Disneyland and Paris city center. If you're interested, be sure to reach out to my Disney Travel Agent who can give you a free no obligation quote: https://royal…

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How to Win at Travel with “The Points Guy” Brian Kelly 1:25:24

1M ago1:25:24

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Are you leaving free travel on the table? Brian Kelly, aka The Points Guy, is one of the world’s leading experts on travel and loyalty programs. What started as a blog in 2010 has become a massive platform helping millions of travelers maximize rewards and travel smarter. In his new book How to Win at Travel, Brian shares everything he’s learned ab…

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Discovering The Hidden Europe with Francis Tapon 1:31:01

2M ago1:31:01

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Why should you explore Eastern Europe? Francis Tapon is a global nomad and author of Hike Your Own Hike and The Hidden Europe. With an inspiring travel resume, he has traveled to 125 countries, has walked across America four times, Spain twice, and Madagascar once (at the time of this recording). From 2013 to 2018, he even traveled nonstop overland…

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JUMP 179: Baja Beyond the Beaches with Agave Expeditions 59:35

2M ago59:35

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It’s one thing to feel a connection to a place beyond what you see and what you might already know about it, but it’s another step entirely to truly get off the beaten path and explore the depths of it. Gabe Erivez from Agave Expeditions has done exactly that with Baja California Sur. Beyond the crowded beaches and surf breaks, Gabe has sought out …

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Travel with Kids Q&A: Packing Light, Bucket List Destinations, Travel Car Seats, & More! 35:46

2M ago35:46

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In today's episode I'm answering questions sent in from listeners on Instagram about traveling with kids! Blog Post: Tips for Flying with A Car Seat FIND ME AT: Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amomexplores/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amomexplores EMAIL ME AT: [email protected]…

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Beyond the Summit: Climbing Mt. Everest, Filming at 29,000 Feet, a Cultural Journey through Nepal, and Taking Your Childhood Dreams to Heart with Alex Harz 1:44:03

2M ago1:44:03

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What does it take to turn a childhood dream into reality, even when it seems impossible? Alex Harz is an adventurer, filmmaker, and storyteller who took his dream of climbing Mount Everest and turned it into a powerful multimedia project, The Quest: Everest. With a background in acting, business, and international travel, Alex combined his skills t…

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Reverse Engineering A Move Abroad, Choosing A Location-Independent Business You’ll Enjoy, How Should I Travel Around A Continent?, Slow “Armchair” Travel (March 2025 Recap) 24:24

2M ago24:24

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How can moving abroad help solve a specific life challenge? How do you choose the right location-independent business to start? What’s the best way to navigate traveling across longer distances? In this episode, I answer listener questions to help you take a more intentional approach to designing your travels and location-independent lifestyle. You…

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The JOMO Revolution, Exciting New Visa Announcement, Is This the Best Way to Determine Your Next Destination? (February 2025 Recap) 31:39

2M ago31:39

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I’m bringing you some of the best insights from the past month’s newsletter—curated travel tips, trends, and ideas that deserve a deeper dive. If you’ve ever felt the sting of travel FOMO, wondered about the latest digital nomad visas, or wanted a better way to pick your next destination without overcomplicating it, this one’s for you. You’ll get m…

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How I Prepare for An Upcoming Trip (1 month out, 1 week out 1 day out) 28:41

2M ago28:41

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In this episode I share my process for preparing for upcoming trips 1 month out, 1 week out, and 1 day out. I'm not including how I book trips and plan out itineraries, but mainly discuss getting the house ready, documents I'll need, finding a place for the dog to stay, and preparing snacks and food for our travel day. FIND ME AT: Blog: http://www.…

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Top 5 Hotels in the World (Worth Seeking Out) + How Hotels Can Transform Your Travels with National Geographic Author Annie Fitzsimmons 1:30:28

2M ago1:30:28

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How can your hotel or accommodations change how you experience a place? Annie Fitzsimmons is a seasoned luxury travel expert and author of the National Geographic book 100 Hotels of a Lifetime: The World's Ultimate Retreats. Annie has covered hotels, travel, lifestyle, restaurants, and destinations around the world for the last 20 years, working wi…

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Bridging the Gap: Travel Inclusion and Equity with Brandon Miller of Too Fly Foundation 1:02:59

2M ago1:02:59

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How can access to travel transform someone's life? Brandon Miller is the co-founder and director of brand strategy for Too Fly Foundation, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide passports, travel grants, and educational experiences for students in underresourced communities. In this episode, Brandon shares how his travel experiences s…

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JUMP 178: Epic Adventure Honeymoon in Patagonia 50:30

2M ago50:30

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Meet Sarah & Seth, JUMP podcast listeners and newlyweds who not only went to Patagonia for their honeymoon, but had Jackie personally design their trip! Today we find out what their criteria was for their dream honeymoon, and how Jackie mixed rugged backcountry experiences with cultural adventure, culinary delights, and a little luxury to round out…

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50 Ways to Make Disney World Easier, Cheaper, and More Magical 49:49

2M ago49:49

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Are you looking for hacks to make your trip to Walt Disney World easier, cheaper, and more magical? Planning a trip to Disney World is one of the most exciting and stressful events in a parent’s life. Your whole family is thrilled about seeing Mickey and the gang, but the amount of work that goes into researching, planning, and executing a day at t…

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9 Ways Travel Will Change You + Lessons from Cycling Africa and Visiting 95 Countries with Alex Hennock 1:35:01

2M ago1:35:01

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What would it be like to cycle the entire length of Africa? What are the most important lessons that travel can teach us? Alex Hennock is a 28-year-old Australian who's already traveled to nearly half the countries in the world, mostly overland. At the time of this recording, Alex is on a life-changing journey, cycling the length of Africa while ra…

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Top 10 Places We’re Dying to Visit that We’ve Never Been 34:55

2M ago34:55

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Join me for a coffee chat with my wife, Anne Dorthe, as we share the top 10 places we’re dying to visit. We break down our dream locations into five categories: mountains, cities, beaches, historical sites, and spiritual destinations. And since we didn’t share our lists ahead of time, we get to surprise each other along the way! We talk about the p…

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Finding Your Style After Kids (So You Don't Have to Stress About What to Pack for Trips!) 49:55

2M ago49:55

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Honestly, I'm a little nervous about publishing this episode because I talk about my experience with body image and weight loss - and sometimes that can feel like a taboo subject! But keep in mind these are all MY personal experiences, thoughts, and feelings. I'm chatting about how body image and budget can be a struggle in your quest to rediscover…

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Profiling Every UN Nation (In Alphabetical Order), Travel through Geography, Lessons from 10 Years of YouTube Success with Paul Barbato of Geography Now 1:40:48

2M ago1:40:48

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What would it be like to travel the world alphabetically or create a YouTube channel that inspires millions? Paul Barbato is the creator of Geography Now, the first YouTube channel dedicated to covering every UN-recognized country in alphabetical order. Since its inception in 2014, the channel has featured episodes exploring each nation's geography…

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JUMP 177: New Zealand Adventures and First Impressions 54:49

3M ago54:49

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Abigail Hannah, host of New Zealand’s top travel podcast Aotearoa Adventures, takes the mic and interviews Jackie today about her recent first-time experience in New Zealand. Tune in to find out why Jackie chose New Zealand, what activities she and her JUMP Adventures groups did while there, favorite places and highlights, surprises, must-do advice…

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Top 10 Reasons to Love Living Abroad with Botik Quest 1:39:32

3M ago1:39:32

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Are you thinking about living abroad? Join me as my friend Botik and I talk about the top 10 reasons why we love living abroad and what you can expect if you decide to take the leap. Botik Quest is an American who has lived abroad for over a decade in countries like South Korea, Germany, and Norway. He brings a unique perspective as someone who has…

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My Journey from 0-100K on Instagram As A Travel Content Creator 53:04

3M ago53:04

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In this episode of Travel with Kids, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I grew my Instagram from zero to 100K followers as a travel content creator. I’ll share the strategies that worked (and the ones that didn’t), how I balanced social media growth with real-life family travel, and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. Whether you’re just start…

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Rick Steves On the Hippie Trail (The Making of a Travel Writer) with Special Guest Host Eric Weiner 57:07

3M ago57:07

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I wanted to put together one of my dream episodes for you and now it’s finally here! In this special episode, you’ll hear a conversation between two of my all-time favorite travel writers. I’m handing the mic over to guest host Eric Weiner, an award-winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author, to interview Rick Steves—the travel legend…

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What to Expect This Month on Zero To Travel (February 2025) 4:29

3M ago4:29

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Listen in to find out what new and epic conversations you can expect to hear on Zero To Travel this month! What topics and themes do you want to learn more about on the podcast? I'd love to get your thoughts, and I hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all epi…

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14 Best of “The Best Places to Travel in 2025” (Jason’s Picks) 56:47

3M ago56:47

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Do you ever get sucked into those “best places to visit” lists and start daydreaming about your next adventure? Same here! That’s why I decided to go through six of the top travel lists for 2025, pulling out 14 of my favorite destinations and highlighting why they’re worth a visit. I share my thoughts on trending destinations, personal travel stori…

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Parenting While Traveling: Handling Whining, Long Travel Days, and Picky Eaters on Family Vacation 40:57

3M ago40:57

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In today's episode we're talking about how to handle different parenting situations before and during trips. I'll talk about prepping for a trip with kids, surviving travel days, handling big emotions on trips, helping picky eaters, and safety. I'm definitely not a parenting expert - just a mom of 4 that has made it through a lot of different ages …

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Trekking from France to Austria (Using Hand-Drawn Maps from Locals) + Advocating for Torture Prevention Around the World with Ben Buckland 1:21:20

3M ago1:21:20

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What happens when you allow curiosity to drive your work and travels? Ben Buckland is an adventurer, photographer, and human rights advocate whose life has been shaped by curiosity. As a senior advisor on torture prevention for the Association for the Prevention of Torture, his work has taken him to over 100 countries, including war zones, logging …

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Welcome to JUMP with Traveling Jackie 2:49

3M ago2:49

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JUMP Podcast is your invitation to adventure. Through a mix of guest stories, solo episodes and often raw and personal accounts with host Traveling Jackie, JUMP explores travel, adventure, and lifestyle in ways meant to motivate YOU to get out and see the world. Let this show be a source of travel advice and inspiration, and remember that in the en…

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How To Go Sailing Around The World with Brian Trautman 1:28:40

3M ago1:28:40

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Have you ever dreamed of learning how to sail and setting off on a global adventure? What if I told you it’s more achievable than you think? Brian Trautman is the captain of SV Delos, a 53-foot sailing vessel that’s been his floating home for over a decade. What started as an 18-month sailing trip in 2008 turned into a lifelong adventure as Brian e…

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Family-Friendly Beach Resort: Review of Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina in Fort Myers, Florida 32:42

3M ago32:42

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In today's episode I'm sharing all the details of our recent sponsored trip to Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina in Fort Myers, Florida. This was such a family friendly beach resort, so if you're looking for a beach getaway in a tropical destination, look no further! There are 2-bedroom villas for big families, free breakfast, multiple restaurants o…

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JUMP 176: Exploring Uncomfortable Places with Mark Johanson 51:11

3M ago51:11

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When we travel, especially solo, our surroundings have a way of reflecting back to us the peaks and valleys within ourselves. Listen today as Jackie speaks with Mark Johanson about his recently published book Mars on Earth: Wanderings in the World’s Driest Desert, which is part travelogue, part memoir about the forgotten places of Chile and Mark’s …

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