Extra Pack of Peanuts Travel Podcast: Recent Episodes
Travis Sherry
The EPOP Travel Podcast is hosted by Travis Sherry, a serial entrepreneur & world traveler. Known as "Rick Steves for the new generation", this podcast will teach you everything you need to know to travel more & spend less. From interviews with some of the world's most famous travel names, like Chris Guillebeau, Bruce Poon Tip, AJ Jacobs & others to specific travel advice on how to use frequent flyer miles, score cheap hotels, pack like a pro, & travel on a budget, this show does it all.
Despite traveling less than past years, our top experiences still brought the heat and include lots of concerts, retreats, dolphins, water, dolphins jumping in water, us jumping in water, hanging with "the band", and singing Estonian love ballads in a tiny town in New York.
A local favorite finally cracks the top desserts list, Heather's obsession with a certain type of pastry, and the pie that Trav thinks is the world's most underrated - plus a (unexpectedly) lengthy discussion about a specific candy bar that Heather loves and Trav thinks is "all marketing hype."
Coffees in rural Vermont. Cocktails in Mexico City. Eastern European liqueur. And tea from...Jamaica??? An eclectic mix makes up our best drinks of 2025 - listen to see what comes out on top.
Just because we didn't travel as much in 2025 doesn't mean we didn't have some incredible meals. From sushi trains to eating cheesesteaks in a car in South Philly - with lots (and lots) of Mexican food in between - these are our best meals of 2025.
What was our best accommodation? How about our worst? What was the most unexpected thing that happened in 2025...and who was the neatest people we met?
All that, and more, in this episode.
For the 10th year, we are back with our six part Year in Review, starting with 2025 travel stats. How many places did we sleep last year? Did we spend multiple nights on an airplane (unfortunately for one of us, yes).
What new places did we visit (hint: not many)? And how many total miles did we travel in 2025? All these answers, and more, in this jam packed episode.
240 acres. Sweeping mountain views. 10,000 square foot event barn. 1803 stone farm house. A mile from the base of a ski mountain. Unlimited potential.
Find out how a Louisiana boy found the deal of a lifetime in the Catskills, and what they Trav and Jonas (with their partner Zack) plan on creating on this mountain paradise.
7 months. Over $20k of our own money. Thousands of hours of work.
And we decided to bail on a $5,000,000 resort - what would have been the biggest real estate deal we’ve done so far.
And while it was crushing in the moment, that changed quickly.
Here’s the whole story - and why I’d do it all again in a heartbeat.
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What does pickleball, an Eagles Super Bowl win, upstate NY, and the world's largest furniture markets all have in common? Those, plus 16 other things, are all things we were unexpectedly thankful for in 2025.
Have a listen - and let us know on instagram @extrapackofpeanuts what you're thankful for in 2025.
Over the last 5 months, since I announced my "retirement", a lot has happened.
And I mean...A LOT!
Stuff like:
- losing a $5 million deal
- pivoting to an oceanfront resort
- being very close to acquiring a 240 acre farm
Retirement life - I've never been busier!
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Wilmington, NC is an awesome city. Heck, that's why I moved here 5 years ago and was able to convince Jonas to move here a few weeks ago.
It's also a market I know very, very well - and one that I am very excited about doing a micro resort in.
Today, we pull back the curtain and deep dive into a potential deal that we are looking at so that you can see the thought process and framework we walkthrough on each deal we analyze - and how we come up with either "heck yes" or "no".
The site of our first international micro resort is:
- A country that neither Jonas or Trav has stepped foot on.
- Small, tropical, and not known by many people.
- Home to incredible scuba diving.
So how did this become the first place we decided to do an international micro resort?
And where is it?
To get those answers, you've got to listen to the show!
Short answer: VERY!
But for some people, the design process can be very overwhelming.
Today, Heather shares why design is the one of the most importance parts of any hospitality project (especially a boutique one) and why it's not JUST "oh, that's visually appealing" but that it goes much deeper.
Plus, she also gives some of her top design tips that anyone can implement, even if they aren't a designer, and the one thing she will NEVER allow in one of her properties?
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Experiential micro-resorts around the world?
Yes please!
Today, we dive into our the top 15 international destinations that we are dreaming (scheming?) of opening up micro-resorts.
3 people.
5 places each.
And some very surprising answers.
Max Lee is not your typical gym owner. In fact, he was never even planning on going to the gym, yet alone opening up 20+ gyms across Taiwan.
Heck, he didn't even live in Taiwan 4 years ago - and he wasn't planning on staying that long.
But Max is always open to opportunities, and that's what has lead him and his family to leading such interesting lives.
You'll hear all about it in today's show, including their year of full-time worldschooling, what life is really like in Taipei and how they decided on it, and how Max and his wife found themselves opening 20+ gyms in Taiwan.
Dreaming about where to do our next project is one of the most fun parts of the whole process - and there are no shortage of epic places to pick from.
Today, we narrow down the list to our top 15 places in the US where we'd like to open a micro-resort.
3 people. 5 places each.
Including a special guest - someone who EPOP listeners will recognize.
Kevin was a burnt out Wall Street lawyer who left that life behind to "buy a drug motel at the Jersey Shore with no money."
Oh...and he had no previous hospitality experience.
What he did have was a vision - both for what a new version of hospitality could look like and for what he wanted his life to look like.
It didn't involve going back to Wall Street...and did it did involve a lifestyle of freedom.
Over the past 7 years, he turned that first motel into a thriving hospitality brand, The Shore House, transformed an entire area, and also pulled of a multi-million dollar exit.
In his new book, The Boutique Hotel Blueprint, he documents the entire journey, and here's the cool part:
In the process, he realized that he wasn't a hotel operator, but instead, a brand creator.
So if you're into real estate and hospitality, then in this episode you'll get a masterclass from Kevin.
And if you aren't into real estate and hospitality, the major lessons Kevin learned are applicable to any facet of life where building a brand is vital (and to be honest, when ISN'T that the case anymore)?
If you like this episode with Kevin, then go grab his brand new, hot off the presses book The Boutique Hotel Blueprint on Amazon - it's worth it's weight in gold (and fortunately, only costs $30).
Buy The Boutique Hotel Blueprint here
00:00 From Wall Street to Boutique Hotels12:12 The Journey of Transformation26:30 Building a Brand in Hospitality37:16 Scaling Success and Lessons Learned37:32 Market Timing and Investor Exit Strategies40:03 Real Numbers and Authenticity in Real Estate45:00 Transitioning from Owner Operator to Asset Manager50:42 Leveraging Technology for Revenue Growth55:19 The Importance of Direct Bookings and Guest Relationships01:04:48 Lifestyle Choices in Hospitality Entrepreneurship01:11:29 Democratization of Technology in the Hotel Industry
Two sets of bungalows. Both on the same island. Both owned by a one family for the last 50 years. Both historical and charming.
And that's where the similarities end.
In this episode, Trav walks through the lessons he learned from the first set of bungalows (and there are A LOT), how he made sure he didn't make the same mistake twice...and also why, despite the setbacks, the first set of bungalows might actually end up being a better deal (which is truly a shocker).
Despite all the similarities, no two deals are the same - and this episode proves it.
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You've thought of it. Probably even dreamed of it.
Leaving your regular life - the job, the car, the house, and the rat race - to move to a tropical location, renovate, and run a hotel.
No worries, no stress. All sunshine, surf, fresh coconuts. Pure bliss.
Well...you've dreamed of doing it, but Steph and Luke have actually done it.
In 2020, they "bet it all" to move to Costa Rica and open up a hotel with two young daughters in tow.
Heck, they even got a tv show out of it - HGTV's "Betting on Paradise."
They were living the dream.
What could possibly go wrong?
Turns out...A LOT.
Here's the full, behind the scenes story of that journey, told by two people who have some of best energy you could possibly have - and still were almost broken by it!
Jonas has two development projects currently going - one in New York, one in Tennessee. One's going very well, one's going not so well (or in his words - not at all).
So how do two projects, both with the same owner, take two drastically different paths?
Find out the biggest lessons Jonas has learned from his Tennessee project, the things he would do differently, and how, despite the development taking years longer than expected, he's still making sure that project doesn't destroy him (financially and emotionally)!
Tom left his home in New Jersey one day before his 26th birthday. He walked. Around the world. For 7 years. 28,000 miles. 38 countries. 34 pairs of shoes. And one trusty companion (who was not part of the original plan).
I've been fascinated by Tom's journey for years now - and it's as epic as it sounds. It's also, sometimes, as boring and mundane as it sounds.
Tom dives into all that - why he started in the first place, how and why he kept going, what his favorite countries were, and how something like this changed him.
But also, how being "the guy who walked around the world" isn't his only identity, and how he's dealing with life after such an epic adventure while being "constrained" to Cincinnati.
An open, honest, and insightful look at an accomplishment that very few people have ever achieved through the eyes of someone who has done it.
00:00 The Journey Begins: Tom's World Walk Introduction03:49 A Life-Changing Event: The Motivation Behind the Walk10:55 Keeping the Vision Alive: Overcoming Doubts and Challenges13:26 Reality vs. Expectation: Insights from the Walk17:12 Gradual Change: Experiencing Cultures on Foot21:35 The Beauty of Serendipity: Embracing Unexpected Moments31:17 Rich Experiences: Countries That Left a Mark33:05 Planning the Route: Balancing Flexibility and Structure34:37 Navigating the World During COVID35:11 Defining a World Walk36:41 The Decision to Walk with a Dog42:05 Challenges and Companionship on the Journey47:31 Overcoming Physical and Mental Hurdles53:49 Reintegration into Normal Life56:38 Writing the Book: A Journey of Reflection01:02:32 Embracing Constraints for Growth01:04:37 Future Adventures and Projects
Location, Location, Location - the old adage of real estate is true.
But that doesn't mean the right location is a one size fits all. In fact, it's the opposite. What's right for you might not be right for me - and vice versa.
The best real estate investors define their own buy box and today we talk about how we have defined our buy box, why we are so keen on hitting "the path of progress" and tease out Jonas's new project in upstate NY - and how it was a home run deal for his buy box. 01:00 The Importance of Location in Real Estate02:50 Understanding Market Dynamics and Indicators06:07 Setting a Buy Box for Investments08:48 Evaluating Path of Progress in Markets11:46 Finding Hidden Gems in Real Estate15:13 Urban vs. Rural Investment Strategies17:48 Case Study: New York Property Investment20:50 Developing Micro Resorts: Key Considerations24:03 Zoning and Regulations in Real Estate26:49 Recap and Key Takeaways
Ever dreamed of living in Europe? Sipping cappucinos in the square of some Italian village or sunbathing on the beautiful beaches of the Mediterranean or Adriatic?
It's possible - and, in fact, maybe even a lot more feasible, and affordable, than you think!
(especially with lots of new digital nomad visas popping up, which we discuss at length)
Jeff Opdyke has been to over 80 countries. He's lived in multiple countries in Europe. He's written for the Wall Street Journal for 17 years and is now the Global Investment Expert for International Living.
So...safe to say he knows a thing or two about living abroad and helping expats find the best place in Europe to live.
And surprise, surprise - he gets asked the question "Where's the best place to live in Europe and how do I do it?"
Hint: If it was one size fits all, this podcast wouldn't be over an hour!
But the best thing about Jeff is that he doesn't just give you some basic answer - instead, he gives you a variety of answers based on the situation that YOU are in and the type of life that you want to lead.
I've spent decades researching living in Europe, and I know quite a bit. Well, I thought I did. And then Jeff came on and dropped a ton of new knowledge on me.
Want to know the "Asheville of Europe?" Or what country is "if Greece and Switzerland had a baby?"
Don't miss this one!
It's like a resort...for ants.
(Just kidding. That's a Zoolander reference. I really hope someone got it and laughed).
So, what are micro resorts? Why do Jonas and I believe they are the best path forward for creating experiential hospitality?
And where are we currently building micro resorts (hint: one place is international, it starts with a B, and it's not the Bahamas - although I wouldn't be opposed to that down the road).
Ever dreamt of moving to a tropical country, beach breeze blowing through your hair, surrounded by lush vegetation, wildlife, and amazing surf?
("Uhhh, yea Trav, basically every day!")
Well great - then you're in luck.
Because 4 years ago, my great friend Erika Kennedy packed up her life in Canada, her husband, two kids, and mom and headed off for that dream lifestyle in Costa Rica.
And after living there for 4 years, she explains what it is ACTUALLY like to live that beachfront paradise lifestyle - the good, the bad, and the WTF - including some of the most random things you can't get there.
(oh, and she also renovated a decrepit mountaintop house, so she's really seen it all).
Enjoy this behind the scenes look at what life in Costa Rica is really like...and maybe you'll be packing your bags sooner rather than later.
In this new podcast, Trav sits down with his co-host Jonas to discuss the vision for their real estate "empire" - and why they believe experiential hospitality is the answer.
Learn how they define experiential hospitality, why they are doubling down on it, and why AirBnB's aren't dead (but a lot are on life support).
If you're interested in going on this journey with us, then you're in luck - we'll be releasing new EPOP Real Estate shows every week to give you a behind the scenes look as we go on a mission to create the most unique and boutique micro-resorts around the world.
00:00 Introduction to Experiential Hospitality00:57 The State of Hotels and Short-Term Rentals02:59 Defining Experiential Hospitality05:59 The Importance of Unique Experiences09:08 Creating Purpose-Driven Properties11:56 The Future of Hospitality14:55 Investing in Experiential Hospitality
J-Rob was 40, had a house, regular job, and had only been to two countries (one of which was the US). Oh, plus he was scared to travel.
But he did it anyway - and he started with a series of experiments (which he continues to this very day).
Here's how J-Rob went from non-traveler to world traveler in 5 years despite getting diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes.
Whether you're someone who hasn't traveled much but wants to or someone who's been around the world a bunch, J-Rob's story is not only inspiring but actionable.
And if you want even more guidance, pick up his book, The Beginner Traveler's Guide, which just released the all new 2nd edition.
You can find it at www.thenomadexperiment.com
Danielle and Cassie were just two vet techs living in New Hampshire with a shared passion for the outdoors and morbid stories.
So naturally, they started a podcast with their $25 walmart microphones and... ...it become an overnight sensation!
In this episode, they give all the juicy details about the journey (like who was willing to leave their job first), discuss their most underrated national parks (it'll surprise you) and even throw a famous national park under the bus (lovingly, of course). 00:00 Introduction to National Parks and Morbid Stories05:57 The National Park Designation Process10:48 Personal Connections to National Parks14:52 The Rise of National Park Popularity19:04 Starting the Podcast Journey24:42 The Power of Podcast Naming and SEO27:45 Navigating the Podcasting Landscape29:08 The Decision to Go Full-Time32:06 Balancing Passion and Profession37:52 Transforming the Podcast into a Business39:29 Building Community Through Travel45:22 The Morbid Curiosity Behind the Podcast51:33 Crafting Engaging Stories in Podcasting56:23 Exploring Literary Styles and Storytelling59:57 National Parks: Favorites and Underrated Gems01:06:36 Critiques of Popular Destinations01:12:03 Introducing 'Watch Her Cook': A New Podcast Adventure
Adam Schluter is a self-proclaimed "introvert who was scared of the world." So what did he? Booked a plane ticket to the cheapest place he could find (hint: it wasn't cheap once he landed!) and started saying hello to strangers.
Fast forward 9 years, and he's still doing it - while also figuring out how he can take the joy he feels while traveling and bring it back to his home in Idaho, which lead to him hosting Monday Night Dinners for 500(ish) people. Yes, 500 people. In a backyard. Of a small house.
Hear all about it and more in this episode...
And then, go say hi to a stranger.
Over the past 30 days, I've taken on a challenge - to try 9 new habits. Everything from doing a carnivore diet to 5 minutes of a daily somatic shake to "phone in foyer". What did I learn? Did I fail at some of them? (hint: yes). Are some life-changing?
Find out in today's show - and do me a favor:
If you liked (or didn't like) this more personal, behind the scenes style show, let me know. I'm looking for your honest feedback as I experiment with different styles of shows so that I can create what you want to hear!
Abby Wren is one of the world's most famous makeup artists and advocates for alopecia, which has lead her to live a life that is truly "one of one"
(She's also my 5 year old daughter's favorite influencer)!
Abby shares her journey of discovering her passion for makeup after losing her hair due to alopecia and how she transitioned from working on clients to using herself as a canvas - including her insane 31 Days of October challenge. One of the most inspiring people on this planet, Abby truly lives out her motto "Different is Dope" - plus...she knows a lot of Montana trivia! You won't want to miss this episode. 00:00 Introduction to Abby Wren06:18 The Journey of Makeup and Alopecia09:59 Transitioning to Self-Expression18:31 Navigating Alopecia and Empowering Others25:11 Creative Projects and Playfulness27:31 Creative Collaboration and Growth30:29 Evolving Identity as an Artist32:50 Embracing Complexity and Authenticity34:47 Recognition Through Authenticity37:13 The Importance of Passion and Purpose42:59 The 30 Days of October Challenge49:05 Creative Process and Content Creation54:21 Future Aspirations and Community Engagement
Wade Holland is many things - and when I say he might be the most creative and energetic human I know, I don't say that lightly. He's the host of the GoPro Mountain Games, former freestyle skier, co-founder of the incredible Wrenegade Media, and someone who is very capable of drinking from a bag of wine while skiing under someone's legs.
I've been waiting for 2 years to have him on the podcast - and finally, here's his whole story (or at least as much as we could fit in an hour episode) - you don't want to miss it! 00:00 Introduction to Wade Holland06:36 The Essence of Creativity13:10 Young Wade's Aspirations19:27 The Adventurous 500 Project27:01 Transitioning from Advertising to Authenticity31:27 Starting Local: The Path to Creativity35:23 From Local to Global: Building Brand Partnerships41:07 The Power of Creativity in Content Creation42:11 Monetization Strategies for Creatives44:30 Finding Your Unique Voice in Content48:53 The Importance of Persistence in Content Creation57:43 Future Aspirations: The Different is Dope Tour
I had the opportunity to tell my story, in full, on my friend Tanya Rooney's Tribe Builder podcast - and I thought the interview was so good I wanted to share it with you.
We discuss everything, from how and why I gave up a dream job in Brazil (with a paid apartment on Ipanema Beach) to the biggest limiting beliefs I've had and everything in between. If you want a behind the scenes look at my last 15 years - and where I think I'm going next - then have a listen! 00:00 Introduction to Freedom and Work03:10 The Journey from Teaching to Entrepreneurship05:54 Building a Remote Business and Location Independence08:45 Creating the Adult Summer Camp Experience12:00 Balancing Fun and Learning at Camp14:55 Fostering a Judgment-Free Community18:02 Navigating Challenges and Building Connections24:53 The Importance of Listening and Understanding27:54 Creating Safe Spaces for Personal Growth28:40 Confronting Self-Limiting Beliefs30:31 Facing Financial Fears and Commitments34:24 The Power of Community Support36:47 Letting Go of Control and Trusting Others41:03 The Superpower of Connection and Curiosity43:46 Embracing Uncertainty in Pursuing Goals44:49 Building Community and Connection45:54 Identifying Your Ideal Audience46:47 The Quest for Fulfillment48:53 Understanding Life Satisfaction49:54 Financial Insights and Real Estate56:23 Navigating Entrepreneurial Challenges01:01:17 The Value of Teamwork in Entrepreneurship
For the first time in 12 years and over 600 episodes, I recorded a full length solo show - and of course, it's about my favorite topic in the world, ICE CREAM!
From grandmas on remote Canadian islands to father-son duos in obscure South American countries, these twenty places (plus a few honorable mentions) will have you salivating - and ready to hop on the next plane.
I've been to over 300 ice cream shops (honestly, that number is probably much higher) and these are truly the 20 best in the world.
And don't forget - I'm actively looking for new places to try (tough job, but someone has to do it). So please reach out on IG @extrapackofpeanuts and let me know your favorite ice cream places - it might just make it on our next list!
Learn Matt Bowles took that the "oh-so-common" career trajectory of Irish-American hip hop DJ turned human rights activist turned location independent entrepreneur turned minimalist world traveler and podcast host - and how he's been able to visit 80+ countries over the last 12 years all while running a remote real estate company. Plus, he reveals some of his favorite under the radar digital nomad locations, including 2 that I've never heard anyone mention before. 00:00 Introduction to Matt Bowles and His Journey05:18 The Transition to Location Independence10:06 Discovering the Four Hour Workweek14:41 Building a Location Independent Business15:52 Living in LA vs. Traveling20:21 The Itinerant Lifestyle Begins24:02 Joining Remote Year and Finding Community28:35 The Joy of Group Travel Experiences30:49 Building Lasting Connections Through Travel35:09 Evolving Travel Styles and Networks39:36 Exploring New Travel Programs43:16 Under-the-Radar Digital Nomad Destinations48:11 The Importance of Immersive Travel51:25 Finding Your Travel Base56:38 Sustaining a Business in a Changing Landscape01:00:18 Navigating the Real Estate Market Cycle01:02:53 The Importance of Market Agnosticism01:04:36 Balancing Focus and Curiosity in Business01:07:04 The Value of Podcasting as a Creative Outlet01:10:40 Building a Personal Brand Through Storytelling01:15:00 The Intersection of Travel and Real Estate01:20:47 Embracing Location Independence01:25:05 Creating Meaningful Connections in the Digital Nomad Community
Gabe Wyner has been called "a mashup of Steve Jobs and Aristotle" - and that's just one of the interesting tidbits about him (another includes the fact that he's an opera singer).
In this episode, Gabe shares his unique journey from a mechanical engineer to an opera singer and polyglot to an app founder and author. He discusses the methodology behind his app, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the personal growth that comes from stepping back from leadership roles. 00:00 Introduction and High Praise04:39 Gabe's Fascinating Background09:00 Language Learning and Middlebury Immersion15:10 The Middlebury Language Immersion Program22:17 Reaching C1 Fluency in French25:08 Epiphany and the Potential of Language Learning25:37 From Language Learner to Tech Entrepreneur27:05 Becoming a Tech Entrepreneur29:04 Writing a Book and Getting a Book Deal32:00 The Process of Writing a Book38:55 Fluent Forever and Language Learning Methodology46:14 Language Learning at Middlebury50:50 Language Maintenance and Recall54:36 The Shark Tank Experience55:26 The ROI of Learning a Language56:33 The Fluent Forever App and Custom Content58:00 Building the App Company59:28 The Best Language Learning Method01:00:23 The Main Business: Fluent Forever App01:01:07 The Future of Fluent Forever01:03:23 Life After Fluent Forever01:06:13 The Journey of Letting Go01:07:54 Exploring New Projects01:11:56 The Thrill of Unlocking Potential01:13:51 Personal Priorities: Language Learning and Travel
2024 was a banger - tons of amazing experiences. Now, we've narrowed the list down to 20 (well...with a few honorable mentions). Everything from swimming at beaches with castles to walking (not swimming) with a whale is included in this year's best experiences.
Scouring the globe for the best desserts can be a thankless task...haha, who am I kidding? It's awesome. And 2024 was a banger of a year for desserts in the Sherry household!
From Mexico City bakeries to small North Carolina markets, this list has it all - including two (yes, TWO) British "breakfast" items.
Grab a bib - because you're about to drool!
(and then let us know on instagram @extrapackofpeanuts what you're favorite dessert of 2024 was).
From cocktail bars behind deli shops in Barcelona to a Polish brewed beer using Philadelphia yeast drank in the northwest corner of Spain (yes, it's as confusing as it is delicious), we sampled some of the best coffees, cocktails, and beers we've ever had in our lives during 2024...
... and this episode reveals them all!
From calamari and patatas bravas on the Costa Brava to poolside chicken fingers in Surfside Beach and from pomme frites in Amsterdam to, wait, more chicken fingers (???), this episode is as varied and delicious as the Shady Maple breakfast smorgasbord* (IYKYK).
Episode 2 of our 6 part Year in Review answers all those burning questions like "did frugal Trav really drop $500+/night on a hotel?", "if so, did Trav pass out immediately after hitting book on said hotel?", "what's it like inside a Mexican sweat lodge?", and "how easy is it to find your wallet if it gets buried in the sand in a seaside town in the Netherlands?".
Stories abound, so hit play and enjoy!
For the 9th year, we are back with our 6 part Year in Review, starting with 2024 travel stats. How many places did we sleep last year? Did we spend multiple nights on an airplane (unfortunately, yes). What new places did we visit? And how many total miles did we travel in 2024? All these answers, and more, in this jam packed episode.
Today, I'm joined by one of the smartest people I know and a crypto early adopter, Francis Tapon. He gives you a great "crypto for beginners" primer, discusses what he thinks the future holds (hint: it's a more rational viewpoint than most TikTok talking heads), and discusses why he thinks crypto is such a game changer for travelers and people who want to lead life on their own terms.
After living there for the past 10 (!!!) years, Jason shares what life as an expat is like in Norway, why he moved there in the first place (hint: ❤️), the reserved nature of Norwegians and if it's a warranted stereotype and of course, his favorite Norwegian foods.
We also discuss the challenges and rewards of living in a different culture, the difficulty of understanding cultural references, the importance of shared background in creating a sense of belonging, and the impact of social media on cultural awareness.
In this episode, Travis and Jason discuss their dream travel itineraries for various types of trips - including solo trips, family trips, friends trips, and a "snap your fingers" trip, where you get to spend just one day anywhere in the world (and you'll never guess where Trav chooses).
Heath Padgett, former broke newlywed and now parent and RV entrepreneur, discusses visiting all 50 states in the US while working various jobs, how traveling with kids compares to a "nested life" in Colorado (and it's probably not what you expect), and his experience with Boundless Life, which offers a blended lifestyle of travel and community for families in various countries around the world.
What do red berry G&T's, El Jefe, the Northern Lights, and elementary school field trips have in common? Those, plus 20 other things, are all things we were (unexpectedly) thankful for in 2024. Have a listen - and let us know on instagram @extrapackofpeanuts what you are thankful for in 2024.
For 48 hours, I was doing the bedroom to bathroom shuffle…and it taught me this lesson.
I fell down a the viral Christian music rabbit hole of Forrest Frank and not only did I love it - but I learned a few awesome lessons.
These two legends share a lot in common…including something that often gets overlooked but was vital to their success.
21 years in to my Facebook experience…and it finally happened. I got scammed. Here’s why I’m smiling about it.
For a month, I felt rich. And the best part wasn’t cocktails and steak dinners, although that was pretty nice. It was something else.
Somehow, Heather and I ended up on a ski trip in Bulgaria with a bunch of expert skiers. And I was not prepared to go down this crazy steep slope…but they were.
Life Lessons from a $150 Bottle of WineAnd why having my bike stolen was one of the best things that ever happened to me!
Why I never miss my son’s kindergarten story time (listen until the end for a secret…shhh)
Why’d I buy the equivalent of a $50 pack of cards in Thailand? Because of this one rule I now live my life by.
I’ve gone viral once in my life…and it was awesome. But not for the reasons you’d think.
THE MOST important thing you can do if you want people to buy (and buy into) what you’re doing.
“When the snows fall and the white winds blow, the lone wolf dies but the pack survives”.
How this lesson lead to the best purchase of my life (Civico Magnifico!) and how it still works for me, all the time!
One of my first real travel experiences happened when I moved to Switzerland, on the banks of Lake Geneva…a lake I’d get to know very well!
There’s a lot of fish and chips counters in Vancouver. Here’s why one particular one stood out (and it wasn’t the fish…or the chips).
Strawberries are great. Muffins are great. Strawberry muffins? Now that’s a game changer - here’s why (and surprise - it’s not just the taste!)
Why did it take me over a month to record a 3 minute podcast - and what’s this new series all about, anyway?
Horses and dolphins and groups of stingrays (called a fever???)...OH MY!
Here are our 20 best experiences, including getting my bike stolen, Whit as a cowboy, dimly lit Bulgarian bowling alleys, and lots and lots of salt!
This episode has it all - a special guest host doing the intro, debates over food truck pizza, "pork bread", and an unanimous #1 that left us with full bellies and full hearts. One of our best shows of all time.
Ohhhh, here we go...gimme that sugar rush! We're talking desserts...everything from a lemon tart that was "the best in the world" even after a day in the refrigerator to Trav finding his new favorite ice cream of all time. Plus...nuts????
Heather drank a lot of coffee...and wine...and cocktails this year (and hey, I had some myself!). In this episode, we break down our favorites, including a speakeasy that's in a flower shop, a speakeasy that's REALLY a speakeasy, and Heather's favorite coffee...not just of the year, but of all time!
Episode 2 of our 6 part Year in Review answers all the burning question, like "what was the craziest thing we did this year?", "what was our worst accommodation" (hint: it had an abandoned building next to it), "is having a golf cart life changing", and "do old Soviet hotels have gun shooting ranges in them?"
Stories abound, so hit play and have a listen!
For the 8th straight year - and after a 1 year hiatus - we are back baby with our 6 part Year in Review. And in Episode 1 - Travel Stats, Trav gets to nerd out on all the numbers.
How many places did we sleep last year? Where were they? Did one of us spend multiple nights on an airplane? How many miles did we fly? And what new places did we have the good fortune of visiting? All these answers, and more, jam packed in this episode.
In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie.
In this episode, you'll hear from three of our past campers - Cassidy Scott, an accountant who has been able to build her lifestyle around what she wants (travel, stickers, fun!), Mellissa de Oliveira, who finally got laid off - and was happy about it, and Martie McNabb, whose camper, Brooklyn, was the star of the show at Camp Indie 2021.
If you're looking to break free of the 9-5 or are already a digital nomad, traveler, or entrepreneur then join us at the ultimate adult summer camp.
Whether you’re just starting out or have been on this path for years, you’ll advance toward the lifestyle you want to lead (while having a blast at summer camp). www.campindie.com
In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie.
In this episode, you'll hear from three of our amazing speakers this year - Nora Dunn, the OG digital nomad, Christine Lozada, drone queen extraordinaire currently driving around in a skoolie, and Scott Brills, the "most interesting man in the world".
If you're looking to break free of the 9-5 or are already a digital nomad, traveler, or entrepreneur then join us at the ultimate adult summer camp.
Whether you’re just starting out or have been on this path for years, you’ll advance toward the lifestyle you want to lead (while having a blast at summer camp). www.campindie.com
In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie.
In this episode, you'll hear from two past camp attendees who loved it so much in 2021 that they are coming back, Jason Robinson and John McKenzie, on how they were both able to quit their jobs and start traveling the world - and use Camp Indie as a launch point.
If you're looking to break free of the 9-5 or are already a digital nomad, traveler, or entrepreneur then join us at the ultimate adult summer camp.
Whether you’re just starting out or have been on this path for years, you’ll advance toward the lifestyle you want to lead (while having a blast at summer camp). www.campindie.com
In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie.
In this episode, hear from two of our main speakers, Erica Hackman and John Burnett, on how they've been able to build lifestyles that give them location, time, and financial freedom - and also how a trip to Qatar lead to a mud hut in Zambia and why storms on a remote island are a good thing!
If you're looking to break free of the 9-5 or are already a digital nomad, traveler, or entrepreneur then join us at the ultimate adult summer camp.
Whether you’re just starting out or have been on this path for years, you’ll advance toward the lifestyle you want to lead (while having a blast at summer camp). www.campindie.com
Sea turtles and dolphins and lions...OH MY! Here are our 24 best experiences of 2022, from airport lounges (really?) to one so incredible it can only be kismet. Enjoy...and listen ALL the way through for a random surprise at the end.
Ohhhh, here we go...gimme that sugar rush! We're talking desserts...everything from "a kind of biscuit cake" to one of our top 5 ice cream places in the world - and it's new! Plus...Trav bakes a pie???
Heather breaks down her favorite coffees of the year, we debate how much a bag of beans should REALLY cost, talk about what made an awful cocktail not actually awful and give you our favorite adult beverages of 2022.
The one you've all been waiting for - our best meals of 2022! From a surprise at the supermarket to a square in Porto, we highlight our greatest eating experiences of the year - and give out lots of "yums" (listen to the podcast to find out what that means).
Episode 2 of our 6 part Year in Review answers all the burning question, like "what was the craziest thing we did this year?", "what was our worst accommodation" (hint: it had a ceiling falling down), "are waterparks as fun as an adults as they were as a kid?", and "what were our biggest mishaps" (there were plenty to pick from).
Stories abound, so hit play and have a listen!
For the 7th straight year, we are back with our 6 part Year in Review. And in Episode 1 - Travel Stats, Trav gets to nerd out on all the numbers.
How many places did we sleep last year? Where were they? Did one of us spend multiple nights on an airplane? How many miles did we fly? And what new places did we have the good fortune of visiting? All these answers, and more, jam packed in this episode.
For the 9th (!!!) year in a row we are back with the 16 unexpected things we are thankful for in 2022 - and a teaser on what's coming up with the EPOP podcast. Happy Thanksgiving!
Rob Abasolo is called the "King of Short Term Rentals" and he has used AirBnB to quit his job, make waaaay more money than before, and do the stuff he loves (like building tiny houses, renovating motels, and giving people epic experiences). But it wasn't always that way - in fact, his very first short term rental project that was supposed to take 3 months took 13!
It's no secret that I am a massive fan of real estate and short term rentals specifically, and so not only do Rob and I geek out on short term rentals on the podcast, but...
...we are also running a totally free 2 day workshop called "The 3 Biggest Myths About Short Term Rentals" on Oct 25th and 26th.
Click here to join the workshop - it's totally free!
So even if you don't know anything about short term rentals or if it's right for you, here's your chance to learn from two experts who learned the hard way!
What happens when someone in Canada, Thailand, and New York sit down with Trav to discuss lifestyle freedom? Well...it gets deep...and fun...and we all learn what it's like to have 5 daughters (true story!)
This is part of our Location Indie podcast, hence the different opening. If you like it, check out Location Indie in your podcast feed!
I sit down with 5 amazing contributors to the Paradise Pack 2022 to discuss their journey to lifestyle freedom...and also to talk about eating chocolate poured over your hands (true story!)
This is part of our Location Indie podcast as well, hence the different opening. If you like it, go check out Location Indie in your podcast feed!
We answer your questions about lifestyle freedom - include if we miss anything about our 9-5.
Plus, a very special guest makes a surprise appearance!
What does the future look like for us...and society as a whole? Well, that's a big question, and if I knew the answer, I'd be buying lottery tickets.
But we do tackle what we think the near future will hold for people seeking lifestyle freedom (more autonomy, less college?) and what the next 3-5 years look like for us as our kids get older and we enter our 40's.
"So, if you could live anywhere in the world for 2 months, where would it be?" That's the question we set out to answer in this episode - and while there are a lot of awesome digital nomad hotspots, our list for this phase of our lives looks mighty different than it would have 5 years ago.
In the 10 years since we've broke free of "regular jobs" and had lifestyle freedom, we've taken A LOT of trips. Here's the 15 most formative ones, from exotic fast travel around the globe to chilling out in a hot tub in Breckenridge.
The journey to lifestyle freedom isn't easy (go listen to episode 1 for all the details!) but it is soooooo worth it. Here's the biggest perks of having lifestyle freedom, including the ones you've probably dreamed about (hello, beaches of Thailand) and some you haven't thought about (hint: sweatpants!).
It wasn't easy. It wasn't fast. It wasn't (always) sexy. But over 15 years, we've been able to build a lifestyle that gives us The Triangle of Freedom: Time Freedom, Location Freedom, and Financial Freedom. For the first time ever, here's the WHOLE story - good, bad, and ugly (including the craziest job I ever had).
Exotic drives down a remote coastline? Check. Mellow holidays spent with friends new and old? Check. A last minute mad dash to a wedding, complete with delayed flights? Check. Here are our best experiences of 2021!
One of us prefers to drink their calories, the other prefers to eat them...which makes us the perfect pair to do a drinks and desserts episode. Here are the best drinks we had in 2021 (lots of sunsets involved!) and the best desserts, including a pie made with a non-working oven!
We may not have traveled as much in 2021, but that didn't stop us from eating! Always a fan favorite, here are our 16 best meals of 2021, running the gamut from smoothie bowls to homemade brisket!
What was the craziest thing we did in 2021? What was the most unexpected thing that happened...in a good way? The most underwhelming thing (hint: it's the South's "#1 city")? These questions, and more, answered in our 2021 Travel Superlatives, our annual "back of the yearbook" award show!
How many different beds did we sleep in 2021? How many miles did we drive and fly in 2021? And what was the longest stretch we stayed in our own home? All these burning questions (and more!) answered in our annual Travel Stats episode that kicks off our 2021 Year in Review Season.
Scott is the founder of the best short term rental tool on the planet, AirDNA, and he joins me today to talk about the future of STR, the best markets (including one in Oklahoma??), and the one easy thing you absolutely need to do to get a 5-star rating from him that everyone messes up.
This is Part 2 of our Short Term Rental Ask Us Anything and today, we cover a whole array of topics, including if we would ever build unique properties from the ground, how much you need to get started in STR, what the biggest factors have been for our success, and even if we let friends and family stay for free. Enjoy!
Ask and ye shall receive. This is Part 1 of our Short Term Rental Ask Us Anything, where we answer your questions about STR. In this episode, we cover everything from how to house hack your own home to what brand of mattress we use that guests rave about (and is cheap to boot!).
Over the years, we've learned A LOT of lessons about how to make a magical short term rental. Here, we give you the 14 most important lessons , from the sexy ("discover your why") to the unsexy (let's talk about locks!).
The 15(ish) things that we happened to us in 2021 that we are thankful for - including some that were definitely unexpected (hello, Condé Nast, thanks for the love!).
Some people prefer homes that are turnkey and ready to be rented immediately. Others prefer to renovate so they can put their own touches on a place (or they just love picking up a drill!). And some might not be sure which is for them - or might want to both (like us!). In this episode, we talk about the pros and cons of each and what our renovation experience has been like (hint: some good, some not so good).
When we first set off on our STR journey, we never imagined we'd sell all of our Philadelphia properties this quickly, but...sometimes, things change and you have to buck conventional wisdom ("never sell a house within 5 years of buying it") and do something that wasn't part of the original plan.
In this episode, we talk about why we bought 5 properties...and then sold them all within 4 years of owning them - and also why we sold them all in one 3 month time period.
Ok numbers nerds, it's time to have some fun. In this episode, we break down all the important numbers you should be looking at before you purchase a property to make sure it's a home run AND all the numbers you should be monitoring after you purchase to make sure your property is optimized to it's fullest potential.
Knowing your numbers is absolutely key to having a successful short term rental (as we learned during our "meh" period in Philly) - so whether you're someone who loves the numbers or someone who shies away from them, you've got to know them, so have a listen.
Should you manage your own short term rental or should you hire a property manager? We've done both - and learned a bunch of lessons. We break down the pros and cons of each, tell you about to best automate the process if you are self-managing, give you advice on how to make sure you are finding a good property manager, and, of course, share our opinion on which we prefer!
Secretly, this was our favorite episode of the season to record (whoops, guess it isn't a secret anymore) and that's because this is our "secret sauce" to our short term rental success. 95% of hosts don't think about this - and we didn't either when we got our first Philly STR's - and that's why their listings end up being middle of the road. But after a learning curve, we've been able to go from having middle of the road listings to magical ones (which also means more money!) and we dive in to both the big picture and small picture reasons why in this episode.
Today, we share 3 different methods to finding your first short term rental - including one that might be hiding right under your nose. We've done 2 of the 3 methods (and have friends who do the 3rd) and we talk about the pros and cons of each model and which we prefer - and why.
In Season 1, we are breaking down how we achieved real estate success with short term rentals (STR) and how you can do the same. In this first episode, we will give the ENTIRE story of our journey - from when we first started thinking about buying real estate to why we bought 5 properties in 1.5 years (and then sold all 5 in the last 3 months) and what we are planning for the future.
Here's the story behind our podcast hiatus (involving Netflix, multiple houses, a 26' Uhaul, and some other shenanigans) plus a peek in to the future of the EPOP podcast, including letting YOU decide what's next.
In her 11 years of living nomadically, she’s circled the globe multiple times visiting all 7 continents. She lived in Vietnam, hiked the Annapurna Circuit with her father, finished the 10,000-mile Mongol Rally, walked the Camino de Santiago, kayaked in Antarctica, herded reindeer in the Arctic, and drove an auto-rickshaw across India.
While quarantining in her home in Denver - she used her time to work on a new Ebook, Where to Go, and When. The book provides inspirational ideas of where to travel each month (for when we can travel again). For each month she chose 3 destinations to satisfy different travel styles (epic adventure, domestic trip, and an international trip or festival) with a short overview of the interesting, cool and quirky things to do there. The destinations were chosen based on trips Sherry has actually done over her 14 years as a travel blogger. My good friend and incredible writer and photographer - one of the OG’s of travel blogging - Sherry Ott from Ottsworld.com.
What is your favorite place to go in a specific month? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 05:20 Homebasing After Being Nomadic For 11 Years * 12:00 How Fast Was She Moving As A Digital Nomad * 17:25 Do You Still Want The New Places Or The Comforts Of Places You've Been * 19:15 How The Pandemic Has Affected Sherry's Life & The Positives Of It All * 25:45 Exploring The West Via Road Trips * 33:30 Flirting & Planning For Future Travels * 36:30 Where To Go & When Travel Book * 38:50 Travel By Month * 42:00 Destinations That Are Surprising & Fun * 50:30 Lesser-Known Options & Trusting Advice From People Who Have Been There * 57:30 Save & Splurge: What Do You Save On & What Do You Splurge On * 01:05:30 Biggest Travel Mishap
Important Links * Find Sherry at OttsWorld.com * Follow Sherry on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest | Twitter * FREE Ebook Download of Where to Go & When * Wisconsin Supper Clubs Blog Post * Pooping Christmas Log Blog Post * Northern Argentina & Chile Travel Blog Post * Antarctica Travel Blog Post * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Want More? * Taking A Career Break With Sherry Ott Part 1 * Taking A Career Break With Sherry Ott Part 2 * The Beauty Of Imperfect Travels w/ Christine & Jules
Joining me today is someone whose freelance work has been featured in AFAR, Travel and Leisure, and Rolling Stone, who has been to 51 countries on 6 continents and whose book “Good With Money: A guide to prioritizing spending, maximizing savings, and traveling more” shows how she has been able to travel nonstop for 10 years on an average income of $30,000, Anna Mazurek from TravelLikeAnna.com.
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Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Sauv's & Tortuga Backpacks!
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In This Episode * 05:33 Travel Is My Life * 10:55 Making Freelancing & Travel Work * 16:25 Freelancing, Money & Hustling * 24:10 Budget Breakdown For Full Time Travel * 28:25 Scale Of Travel * 31:10 Batching Work vs. Work/Travel Balance * 33:40 What Did You "Give Up" For This Life * 36:30 Prioritizing & Changed Ways * 40:50 Saving Money Tips & Tricks * 50:50 Favorite Places * 53:10 Travel Mishaps * 57:50 What's Next in Travel & Work
Important Links * Travel Like Anna * Grab Your Copy of Anna's Book Good With Money * Follow Anna on Instagram | Twitter * Postagram * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram’s @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Want More? * The Art of Pivoting In Travel & Life w/ Lia & Jeremy * The Sweaty Traveler w/ Mackenzie Lawrence * It’s Okay To Not Know Your Exact Path w/ Jon Santiago
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Joining me today are the half Aussie/half American duo who have roamed the historic streets of Cuba, bathed elephants in Thailand, danced in one of the biggest music festivals in Europe and done something many of us have done, gorged themselves full of food in Italy, Christine and Jules from Don’tForgetToMove.com and the Not So Bon Voyage podcast, which has the tagline “When Sh*t Goes Wrong on the Road”.
What are some of your biggest travel mishaps? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Today’s podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
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In This Episode * 04:25 Volunteering For Love * 06:20 Where Did The Love Of Travel Start * 11:00 Learning To Travel With A Partner * 17:05 Different Ways Of Life On The Road * 19:45 Planning Their Travels * 20:50 #VanLife * 23:25 Sustainable/Responsible Tourism * 28:00 Adventure Travel = Authentic Travel * 32:25 Roles Of Travel * 35:45 Crazy Travel Situations & Travel Angels * 40:00 Splurging & Saving In What Areas * 47:05 Biggest Travel Mishaps * 56:15 Plans For Future Travel Post COVID
Important Links * Find Christine & Jules on Don’tForgetToMove.com * Follow Christine & Jules Podcast Not So Bon Voyage * Follow Christine & Jules on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest * Oregon State University E-Campus * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram’s @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Want More? * The Art of Pivoting In Travel & Life w/ Lia & Jeremy * The Sweaty Traveler w/ Mackenzie Lawrence * It’s Okay To Not Know Your Exact Path w/ Jon Santiago
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Joining me today are two people who have taken on many adventures in life, including driving a 1978 orange and brown Dodge Tioga RV across the country and, most recently, decided to embark on a one year trip around the world with their 12-year-old daughter Kayla to expose her to all different types of cultures, religions, and ways of life, Kim and Scott Goyette from MeditationMutha.com and GoLoveNow.com.
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Tortuga Backpacks!
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In This Episode * 04:10 Free Spirit Mode & Adventure Starting * 11:00 From Cubicle to Location Independence * 14:50 RTW: Planning & Mindset * 23:30 Long Term Travel & Keeping Everyone Interested * 27:30 Planning vs Roaming & Length of Stays * 35:00 Accommodations & Playing With Points * 41:30 Non-Negotiable Places & Surprises * 44:00 Where Didn't Meet Expectations * 48:00 Biggest Challenges & Transitioning Back * 55:45 Next Adventure? * 01:00:45 Biggest Travel Mishaps
Important Links * Meditation Mutha * Follow Meditation Mutha on Instagram | Facebook * Go Love Now * Follow Go Love Now on Twitter | Facebook | Youtube * Location Indie * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean
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Joining me today is a fellow podcast host, someone who also owns a van (but her’s is infinitely nicer than mine) and who has been on the road for almost 3 full years now with her dogs, Sydney Febrache from DivineOnTheRoad.com.
Has van life intrigued you? What is your biggest hurdle from entering the van life world? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
In This Episode * 05:45 Van Life In COVID Times * 08:15 Planning Your Travels...Or Not * 12:50 Starting Van Life * 21:15 Ella The Van Dog * 23:30 First Things You Need To Think About For Your Van * 30:15 Worst Parts Of Van Life * 34:30 Van Life With Dogs * 39:40 Best Parts Of Van Life * 44:15 Solo Female Travel & Safety * 53:45 The Future * 55:10 Most Special Places She Has Slept * 59:15 The Friendships On The Road * 01:04:40 BIggest Travel Mishaps
Important Links * Find Sydney on DivineOnTheRoad.com * My Solo Road Podcast * Follow Sydney on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest * Ella The Van Dog * Oregon State University E-Campus * Location Indie * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean
Want More? + Dominating Life with Heath Armstrong + From An Office To An Adventure w/ Otto Ecroyd + The Beauty Of Imperfect Travels w/ Christine & Jules
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Today I have the amazing Chase Boehringer from The Bucketlist LIfestyle on the show and he has had the honor to be on the Price Is Right, he has spontaneously walked into an airport and bought a ticket, and has currently crossed off 80 out of 100 bucket list items. This is a very fun conversation that will probably get you the motivation to start attacking your bucket list!
Do you have a bucket list? How many items have you been able to check off so far and do you have plans to get more checked off? Let us know @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 03:40 Top 3 Bucket List Items Crossed Off & Still To Do * 07:40 The Story Of Chase's Bucket List * 17:00 Best Version Of Yourself & Growth * 22:40 Transition To Full-Time Traveler * 33:40 Positives & Negatives & Adventures * 46:15 Best Advice On Embarking On Creating A Bucket List * 50:55 The Price Is Right * 56:55 Biggest Travel Mishaps
Important Links * The Bucketlist Lifestyle * The Bucketlist Lifestyle Tours * Follow Chase on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean
Joining me today is someone who once tried to sail from Norway to France and failed, who decided to ride a bike 5,000 miles from Alaska to Mexico but didn’t know how to change a tire, and who has gotten lost, stuck, and confused in more countries than he can count, Otto Ecroyd, author of Northbound and Down.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
What long-distance adventure are you wanting to conquer? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 03:00 Learning On The Go * 04:05 Leveling Up & Where It All Started * 09:45 Wanting To Do It To Actually Doing it * 15:30 Alaska Adventure * 19:30 Falling Forward & Planning At The Same Time * 23:20 Am I Gonna Quit? * 27:55 Being So Remote * 30:35 Differences & Similarities Between All The Locations * 35:55 Gear Used & Tossed Along The Way * 40:40 Timeframe & End Date * 44:25 The Longest Stretches * 46:30 Biggest Lessons Learned * 48:50 Post Trip Life * 55:50 No Rules Needed * 56:30 Learning About Writing & Publishing A Book * 59:30 Unexpected Highlights & Biggest Mishap
Important Links * Find Otto's book Northbound & Down * Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus. * Location Indie * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean
Want More? * Epic Trips & Micro-Adventures w/ Alastair Humphreys * Adventures Big & Small w/ Alastair Humphreys * Where To Go & When w/ Sherry Ott
I am so excited to talk with my guest, Queen Michele, on today's episode because she is all about getting others to move abroad just like she did. Queen retired at the age of 52 and moved to Mexico as a single, middle-aged retiree, and began her journey of self-discovery with no end in sight. She now wakes up with a smile on her face and joy in her heart every single day!
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Sauv's!
In This Episode * 03:30 A Multi-Layered Lady * 05:30 Planning To Move Abroad * 10:00 Prior Travel & The Emotions Of Leaving * 13:30 Checklist For The New Location * 15:30 Research * 25:30 Reactions From Family & Friends * 33:50 Finding Accommodations * 38:15 Hardest Part Of Living Abroad * 45:30 What You Need To Consider Prior To Moving * 49:00 Considering Finances
Important Links * Queen's book Considerations: A Guide For Moving Abroad * Follow Queen on Facebook * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean
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Are you looking to reinspire your heart and build new habits that allow you to dream bigger and take action towards your ideal life? Do you feel a transformation is needed to get you on the path that leads to your true happiness?
Today's guest is Heath Armstrong from RageCreate.com, who has just launched the latest Sweet-Ass Affirmations Deck 2.0 on Kickstarter, so definitely go check that out. This isn't your "normal" affirmations deck because it is made to motivate your creative maniac mind which is something that all travel lovers and entrepreneurs need more of on a daily basis.
Heath & I are diving deep into building habits on your terms, the transformations that come from following your true path, battling resistance gremlins, and why your thoughts matter more than anything else in life. I am not overly woo-woo but Heath breaks down the power behind the mind and how you create your story through your thoughts and beliefs in a fun and easily digestible way.
What do you do to motivate your creative mind? Will you be grabbing a sweet-ass affirmation deck? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 00:50 Building Habits & Happiness Through Journaling * 07:35 Being Grateful For What You Have & Also Knowing It's Not Right For You * 14:45 Battling Resistance Gremlins * 22:10 Affirmations & Why They Work * 34:15 Re-evaluating Life During Hard Times & Rebuilding From There * 44:15 Tailoring Your Life To What You Want & Makes You Happy * 49:15 What Have You Learned About Patience * 53:15 Sweet-Ass Affirmations Deck 2.0
Important Links * Grab your Sweet-Ass Affirmations Deck on Kickstarter * 60-Second Power Affirmations For Your Creative Maniac Mind Podcast * Find Heath on his Rage Create Website or on HeathArmstrong.com * Follow Rage Create on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter * Follow Heath on Instagram * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie
Want More? * Dominating Life with Heath Armstrong * From An Office To An Adventure w/ Otto Ecroyd * The Beauty Of Imperfect Travels w/ Christine & Jules
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We have made it to our 400th episode and today we welcome the entire EPOP team to join us in giving our top 40 (plus) travel tips. Today we have on the show Vanessa, Mackenzie, Ransom, Lily, Kaycee, and of course, my wonderful wife and constant travel companion Heather, and we are diving into the travel tips and tricks we have all accumulated over our decades of travel experience.
Like always it started at 40 (for our 400th episode) but who knows what number it actually ended up with.
Sit back, relax, and enjoy our 400th episode with this crazy, funny, and awesome team that we have here at Extra Pack of Peanuts and thank you for being with us through these 400 episodes. We couldn't have done it without you!
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Tortuga Backpacks!
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In This Episode * 04:00 Introductions * 05:30 Pre-Travel Tips * 22:00 Packing * 45:20 Money * 51:00 During Travel
Important Links * Tortuga Luggage * Tortuga Packing Cubes * Bigger Carry On from Away Luggage * Packing Cubes * Fanny Pack * Amazon Mesh Bags * Baggu Reusable Bags * Buff * Trek Light Backpacks & Totes * Kilimanjaro & Tanzania Women-Owned Travel Company * Helium II Rain Jacket * Nomader Silicone Water Bottle * Bamboo Utensil Set * FREE Extra Pack Of Peanuts Packing List * Charles Schwab Checking Account * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie
We are bringing you one of our favorite episodes (& yours too) from this last year for this greatest hits episode!
Have you been dragging your feet about going nomadic? Are you coming up with every excuse possible to talk yourself out of it? Are you ready to get out of your own way?
Jason Robinson from The Nomad Experiment is here today to talk about his new book The Beginner Traveler's Guide To Going Nomad, the importance of facing fear, and why it is never too late to live the life you have always dreamed about.
If you are sick of making excuses, living solely in your comfort zone, and waiting for the so-called 'perfect time' to make the leap into a travel life, then this episode is for you!
What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 02:45 The Beginner Travelers Guide To Going Nomad * 06:15 A Lonely Passport Stamp & Planting The Seed * 10:05 How Location Independence Became Tangible * 16:45 Extending Your Comfort Zone + Hosteling & Airbnb * 25:05 Get Started Local & Then Go Abroad * 29:30 Misconceptions & Perspectives * 31:50 Confidence Expansion & Retraction Paradox * 33:20 The Idea Of "Wasted Time" & Paying Off 50k In Debt * 40:00 Making Big Shifts In Your Life * 42:55 Realities Of Location Independence * 46:10 The Nomad Experiment(s) * 49:45 Living Out Of His Jeep & Pulling Teeth In Budapest * 01:00:10 A Guide To Help You Travel More * 01:06:10 Getting Out Of Your Own Way & Doing It In Steps
Important Links * Jason's The Beginner Traveler's Guide To Going Nomad Book Kickstarter * Find Jason on his website * Follow Jason on Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Twitter * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie
Want More? * 5 Ways Travel Will Change Post-Pandemic * From An Office To An Adventure w/ Otto Ecroyd * Around The World In 3 Years & Counting w/ Mon & T
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Did you know that Netflix filmed a movie in our home? Today we are talking all about how they found us, what the process was like before & during filming, and how it all went down now that they are done. This was definitely a hectic but very fun experience and we can't wait to share it with you, Enjoy!
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In This Episode * 06:00 How They Found Us * 08:55 What Movie Is Being Filmed * 12:40 Scouting For Films, Set Designs, & Huge Kudos * 19:50 Celebrities In Our Home + Kate's IG Stories In Our Kitchen * 22:50 Why We Ended Up Out Of Our Home For Weeks * 26:45 Working In Chaos, Pivoting, & Flexibility * 30:05 Interesting To See How Much Screen Time The House Gets * 31:45 How Far They Go To Make A Place Work For A Film * 34:10 Interesting Tidbits Of Filmmaking
Important Links * Along For The Ride by Sarah Dessen * "Along For The Ride" Netflix Movie: What We Know So Far * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie * Camp Indie
Want More? * Best Small Towns In The US * Summer Destinations Part 1: International * Summer Destinations Part 2: U.S.
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We got the idea for this episode from a Travel & Leisure article on the 11 Best Small Towns in America which allowed for places with 15,000 people or less but we aren't putting population restrictions on this list. If we consider it a small town or it has a strong small-town feel then it is in! We are sharing our top 15 places and, of course, there are a ton of honorable mentions for places we want to go but haven't yet.
If you are wanting to get back on the road, wanting a slower pace, and craving that small-town feel then this episode will spur some wanderlust & a go-to list worth embarking on.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
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In This Episode * 11:35 Honorable Mentions * 14:40 On The East Coast * 31:40 In The South * 35:05 Going To The Midwest * 36:40 Mountain Town Time * 39:45 Old West Gun Fight * 41:15 Home Of Our Best Restuarant In The US * 42:50 West Coast Living * 47:25 Last Town On The List
Important Links * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * 11 Best Small Towns in America from Travel & Leisure * Location Indie * Camp Indie
Want More? * Summer Destinations Part 1: International * Summer Destinations Part 2: U.S. * Slow Travel For The Win
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What will be (or was) your mid-life awakening? Have you followed your curiosity, passion, and love of travel to create the opportunities for your dream life?
Today's guest is Mike Savas from Savas On The Go, who is currently on what he deems as his mid-life awakening which will include learning 12 skills in 12 countries in 12 months. Mike is learning from master's in all the skills he has sought out in the places of their greatness with only one month allotted for each location.
If you have skills you have always wanted to explore but never gave yourself the permission, time, or focus to do that in the location of its significance then join Mike as he weaves his way through 12 months of travel & self-exploration.
What would your 12 skills in 12 countries look like? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 03:10 A Month In The Making Project: The Mid-Life Awakening * 04:50 The List Of Skills * 08:35 Freediving In The Bahamas & The End Goal Per Month Per Skill * 20:00 Finding The Masters & Getting Them Onboard * 22:30 Conservation Ranger In Kenya: Making Plans & Taking Risks * 24:50 Concerns But No Pauses & Overcoming Fears * 26:45 What Has Been The Most Demanding On His Mind & Body * 33:00 How To Avoid Burnout In Work & Travel * 36:50 Which Skills Will He Keep Up In The Future * 43:45 What Skills Does He Want To Learn But Won't Be Able To For This Project * 49:00 Why You Don't Need To Be The Best: Just Enjoy The Process * 52:40 Ranking The Skills Based On Excitement To Learn
Important Links * Find Mike on his website * Follow Mike on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie
Want More? * The World's Longest Honeymoon w/ Mike & Anne From HoneyTrek * Slow Travel For The Win * Beginner's Guide To Going Nomad w/ Jason Robinson
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With travel opening back up, where do you want to go first (domestically)? Because we loved this topic so much we are splitting this conversation into two episodes and therefore splitting our list in two as well. Today, we will be covering our US destinations that we would love to spend some time in this summer.
If you are craving travel as much as we are, this episode will fill your travel list with some great US destinations.
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In This Episode * 05:25 The State That Has Fewer Than 7 Humans Per Square Mile (Heather's #5) * 10:30 The Healthiest State In The Country & Home To Ben & Jerry's (Trav's #5) * 11:45 The Land of Enchantment (Heather's #4) * 14:05 Been Named "Beer Town USA" (Trav's #4) * 16:20 It Feels Like Home...Because It Is (Heather's #3) * 20:05 Stunningly Gorgeous Scenery & Road Trip Ready (Trav's #3) * 23:15 Once Voted The Best City In The World by Travel & Leisure Magazine (Heather's #2) * 25:35 The State That Has 1 Bear For Every 21 People (Trav's #2) * 29:20 Heather's #1 Is A Region Close To Her Heart * 32:50 Trav's #1 Is A Roadtrip Region
Important Links * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie * Camp Indie
Want More? * Summer Destinations Part 1: International * 5 Ways Travel Will Change Post-Pandemic * Travel Wishlist 2021
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With travel opening back up, where do you want to go first (internationally)? Because we loved this topic so much we are splitting this conversation into two episodes and therefore splitting our list in two as well. Today, we will be covering our international destinations that currently (May 2021) have their borders open to vaccinated tourists (& only a couple that we are still waiting on).
If you are craving travel as much as we are, this episode will fill your travel list with some great accessible (mostly) destinations.
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In This Episode * 08:55 Honorable Mentions * 11:45 Where In Eastern Europe? * 13:55 Heather's Favorite Country * 15:50 Trav Is All About The Experience * 17:30 Viva La... * 19:50 Mitko Is In The Know With This Place * 22:15 Still Waiting On The Borders Opening * 24:35 The Island Life Is Calling * 26:50 Number Ones
Important Links * New York Times: E.U. Set to Let Vaccinated U.S. Tourists Visit This Summer * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie
Want More? * Destination Diaries: Bulgaria w/ Mitko Karshovski * Destination Diaries: Croatia (2019 Edition) * Travel Wishlist 2021
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What if you could take the world's longest honeymoon? Where would you go? What would you do? Today's guests are not only world-known (& Guinness record-holders) but also dear friends, Mike & Anne from Honeytrek.com and they are currently on the world's longest honeymoon at over 9 years long. We get into what life is like on the road (#RVLife), getting trapped in Europe during COVID lockdowns, the gorgeous glamping lifestyle, and so much more.
If you have been biting at the bit to get out and travel again and you love unique and fun ways to explore this world then you will love learning about it all with Mike & Anne.
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In This Episode * 02:10 The Story Behind The World's Longest Honeymoon * 05:55 Those Quitting Thoughts & How To Battle Them * 09:50 RV Life On The Road: Pros & Cons * 20:45 Getting Trapped In Europe During COVID * 28:45 Gorgeous Glamping & Getting Reconnected With Nature * 34:50 Mike & Anne's Most Memorable Glamping Opportunities * 39:30 The Creation of Comfortably Wild * 44:35 Types of Travel That Are Upcoming * 48:00 Biggest Travel Mishap
Important Links * Find Mike & Anne at Honeytrek.com * Follow Mike & Anne on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube | Pinterest * Honeytrek Trip Coaching Services * Comfortably Wild Book & Ultimate Journeys For Two Book * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie
Want More? * The Art of Pivoting In Travel & Life w/ Lia & Jeremy * 5 Ways Travel Will Change Post Pandemic * Slow Travel For The Win
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Are you part of the fast travel or slow travel movement?
Our time in Costa Rica this last winter is the catalyst for today's conversation all about the pros and cons of slow travel. Trav is a convert from fast to slow and you will hear exactly why in this episode.
If you are stuck in fast travel mode but crave a slower pace then this episode will spur your drive to create a life where slow travel is not only an option but the option.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
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In This Episode * 03:50 What Is Slow Travel? * 07:30 The 80/20 Rule Blast From The Past * 09:10 Cons Of Slow Travel * 13:40 Pros of Slow Travel * 17:30 Making Money From Your Home For Your Travels * 21:40 Educating Your Kids & Yourself Through Travel * 35:30 Strategies For Slow Travel
Important Links * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie
Want More? * Destination Diaries: Tamarindo, Costa Rica * Why We Traveled To Costa Rica During Covid * Is Thailand Really That Cheap?
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Have you been dragging your feet about going nomadic? Are you coming up with every excuse possible to talk yourself out of it? Are you ready to get out of your own way?
Jason Robinson from The Nomad Experiment is here today to talk about his new book The Beginner Traveler's Guide To Going Nomad, the importance of facing fear, and why it is never too late to live the life you have always dreamed about.
If you are sick of making excuses, living solely in your comfort zone, and waiting for the so-called 'perfect time' to make the leap into a travel life, then this episode is for you!
What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 02:45 The Beginner Travelers Guide To Going Nomad * 06:15 A Lonely Passport Stamp & Planting The Seed * 10:05 How Location Independence Became Tangible * 16:45 Extending Your Comfort Zone + Hosteling & Airbnb * 25:05 Get Started Local & Then Go Abroad * 29:30 Misconceptions & Perspectives * 31:50 Confidence Expansion & Retraction Paradox * 33:20 The Idea Of "Wasted Time" & Paying Off 50k In Debt * 40:00 Making Big Shifts In Your Life * 42:55 Realities Of Location Independence * 46:10 The Nomad Experiment(s) * 49:45 Living Out Of His Jeep & Pulling Teeth In Budapest * 01:00:10 A Guide To Help You Travel More * 01:06:10 Getting Out Of Your Own Way & Doing It In Steps
Important Links * Jason's The Beginner Traveler's Guide To Going Nomad Book Kickstarter * Find Jason on his website * Follow Jason on Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Twitter * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie
Want More? * 5 Ways Travel Will Change Post-Pandemic * From An Office To An Adventure w/ Otto Ecroyd * Around The World In 3 Years & Counting w/ Mon & T
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What do you think will be the changes we see in travel in a post-pandemic life? How do you see it affecting the way you travel?
We have had quite some time to think about life post-pandemic but now that we are seeing the light at the end of the tunnel (thank you vaccine), we feel it is a great time to talk about how travel will have changed going forward. This was the topic we were prepared to discuss during our time on MSNBC with Yasmin Vossoughian but they quickly found out that Heather had caught COVID while we were in Costa Rica and that made for a better story for them. But, since we have this podcast we can finally get to discuss the 5 ways we see travel changing in a post-pandemic world and dive into the fundamental shift in the way people are traveling that we see as a positive. Enjoy!
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
What did we miss? Which of these resonated the most with you? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 08:55 Logistics * 11:10 The Big Rise In... * 12:55 Slow & Steady Wins The Race * 16:40 Shift In Where You Go * 22:05 The Concept Of Home * 28:25 Purpose Matters
Important Links * Location Indie * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean
Want More? * What It's Like To Get COVID In Another Country * Why We Traveled To Costa Rica During COVID * Travel Stats: 2020 In Review
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What are your go-to jams? Who are your favorite artists that you can listen to over and over again? Are you a top hits listener or a whole album listener?
Today, Heather & I will be diving into our top 10 songs (20 between the two of us) and while this is something a little different in terms of topic, we do hope you get a kick out of whether we have ANY that are on both lists. It is another list episode and the same rules apply, we don't know what is on each other's lists and, of course, there will be honorable mentions. This episode is not a technical look at music and there are genres that I know nothing about so take this all as just our personal opinions (& with a grain of salt).
Did any of your top 20 songs make it on our lists as well? What songs did we miss that you think should have made it? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 09:20 Honorable Mentions * 15:45 Lyrics Matter * 18:10 Travis Has More To Offer * 21:10 Christian Ska Band * 22:20 Stubborn Love * 24:10 SoCal Representing * 26:00 Some Folk-Rock Band From London * 28:10 Southside Of Heaven * 30:55 American Singer-Songwriter * 34:25 Invoking Travel & A Little Drinking * 35:55 It's Time For Cammp * 37:45 Loving On Pat McGee * 40:55 Canadian Islands * 44:30 Wild Rivers * 48:40 A Country Song With Lots Of Versions * 52:40 A North Carolina Band: On Both Lists! * 54:30 Paris In The Morning * 55:55 South African Singer That Is A True Artist * 01:01:40 I Am California * 01:03:35 Number Ones
Important Links * Yo Dats Rank Podcast * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie
Want More? * The Friendliest Countries * Top 10 Holiday Movies * Top 10 Winter Road Trips
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You asked for it and today you are getting it! Our destination diary on Tamarindo, Costa Rica has arrived and it is jam-packed with great places, ideas, eats, etc. Since we spent such a long time here we are giving you all the insights that we learned during this time. Enjoy!
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Important Links Getting There: * Liberia Airport + Shuttle 1:15 hr - $80 * San Jose + Shuttle 4 hours - $$$ * Renting A Car + $1,300 / Month + $300 / Week + $12 / day Includes Mandatory Insurance
Getting Around: * Within The Town + Walk + Golf Cart + Car
Stay: * Tamarindo + Sunrise Condos * Langosta + More Residential - Would Want A Car Or At Least A Bike To Get To Town
Food & Drink: * Eating + Noi + Santa Rita Cafe + Resturante La Baula + El Chiringuito + Volcano Brewing Company + Longboards BBQ + Waffle Monkey + Falafel Bar + Little Lucha for Tuesday Tacos ($2) + Walter’s Fish and Cheese in Langosta + Da Calia + Sazon Criollo - Go Fund Me For Them + Dragonfly Bar & Grill + Shrimp Hole + Pangas Beach Club + Cafe Tico + Nordico + Jardin Tamarindo Food Truck Park + El Mercadito de Tamarindo Gourmet Food Market + Masa Madre + Pan Del Mundo + Pico Bistro + Green Papaya + Vida Bowls + Patagonia Del Mar
- Drinking
- Dragonfly Bar & Grill
- Pangas Beach Club (2 for 1)
- Nordico
- Tamarindo Coffee Roasters
Activities: * + Playa Avellanas + Marbella + Playa Nosara + Playa Flamingo + Las Catalinas + Surf Lessons with Elias from SALT + Nico - Island on the Hawaiian boat + Saturday Farmer’s Market + Thursday Night Market + Sunsets + Hang out by the pool * Didn’t do but recommended
+ Arenal Volcano
+ Santa Teresa
+ Ostional - Sea Turtles
Shops: * + Cheboards + Matos Surf Shop: Rentals
Can't Miss OR Skip: * Can't Miss: Surfing, Playa Avellanas * Skip: Nogui's, La Purruja * Wish We Had Done: Endless Summer at Witch's Rock on Tuesday, Sunset Cruises
Other Links * Go Fund Me For The Rebuilding Of Sazon Criollo * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram’s @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie * Camp Indie
Want More? * Why We Traveled To Costa Rica During COVID * Destination Diaries: Japan * The Reason We Travel
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We have another list episode but this is the first time we have dove into the friendliest countries we have been to. Now, this does beg the question of what makes a place friendly and we are leaving it intentionally vague because it means something different to everybody. Like with all of our lists we will have some honorable mentions and then we get into our top 5 friendliest countries which we have not shared with each other. We hope you enjoy this episode!
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In This Episode * 03:45 What Defines Friendliest? * 07:00 Honorable Mentions * 11:15 Ancient & Modern Worlds Collide Here * 13:10 The Land Of Smiles * 15:10 Pura Vida * 18:45 The Emerald Isle * 20:45 Land Down Under * 25:30 From Honorable Mention To Main List * 35:15 This Place Is On My Mind * 42:00 Let's Repeat One
Important Links * Top 10 Things To Do In Siem Reap, Cambodia * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie
Want More? * Why We Traveled To Costa Rica During COVID * Destination Diaries: Japan * The Reason We Travel
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You may be asking yourself "where the heck has EPOP been for the last few weeks?" well...Heather caught COVID. This, of course, changed everything we had planned including recording more episodes of this podcast. I went on full daddy duty while Heather had to quarantine herself away for 10 + days BUT Heather has fully recovered and we are discussing what it is like to get COVID in another country, the steps we had to take for testing, and how it affected our lives.
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In This Episode * 03:30 Questions About Costa Rica During COVID * 05:00 Catching COVID in Costa Rica * 06:40 Heather's Symptoms * 10:10 Getting Tested & Isolating * 16:30 Having The Scarlet Letter * 19:30 Symptoms Throughout The Experience & Mental Toll * 25:45 Our Blessings & We Know How Fortunate We Are * 30:10 Prepping Whit For His COVID Test & The Flight Again * 32:40 Are You Comfortable With The Possible Repercussions Of Traveling Now? * 34:10 Do We Regret Traveling To Costa Rica
Important Links * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie
Want More? * Why We Traveled To Costa Rica During COVID * Travel Wishlist 2021 * Best Experiences: 2020 In Review
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If you don't follow us on Instagram then SURPRISE we are in Costa Rica and have been for over a month and today we are talking about how we came to the decision to come down here, the preconceived notions we had about the experience during COVID, and what it is like now that we are here and have been for a few weeks. We also may drop some hints on what our plan is moving forward.
Is Costa Rica on your list of must-visit places? Have you traveled at all during the pandemic? What was your experience? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
In This Episode * 06:15 Making The Decision: What Went Into It * 10:20 What Did We Have To Do To Be Able To Travel To Costa Rica * 12:20 General Safety Precautions We Took As Well * 14:10 Fully Booked Flights: Panic Attack Material * 17:00 Feeling Safer In Costa Rica * 20:10 Why Did We Choose Costa Rica? * 23:00 What Are The Plans For Your Time In Costa Rica? * 27:10 Why Did We Record This Episode? * 30:50 Traveling With Kids During COVID
Important Links * Get Your Education While Traveling at OSU E-Campus * Coronavirus Outbreak & Kids (Harvard Medical) * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Location Indie
Want More? * The Hidden Gem That Is Uruguay w/ Karen Higgs * Guidebook Writing & The National Parks w/ James Kaiser * A Year Of Living Prayerfully w/ Jared Brock Part 2
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We return with our final part in our Year in Review Series
Check out Part 1: Travel Stats
Check out Part 2: Superlatives
Check out Part 3: Best Drinks
Check out Part 4: Best Desserts
Check out Part 5: Best Meals
Each year there are always a handful of days that stand out. While 2020 definitely did everything in its power to limit those, they still prevailed in spades.
Today, Heather and I go through our top 10 experiences of 2020 from multiple honorable mentions to really appreciating the big and the little things in life.
What were your favorite experiences of 2020? If you get to hit up any of the places we list then please let us know @ExtraPackofPeanuts and snap a pic and hashtag it #EPOPSentUs!
In This Episode * 05:15 Honorable Mentions * 12:55 Getting A Peek Into Our Diaries * 14:35 Travel Blogging Friends + A Social Distance Shindig * 17:05 Whit & Hadley: Best Buddies * 19:25 Pre-Covid Cocktail Crawl * 21:55 Road Tripping * 24:00 The 100th Country Party (Pre-Covid) * 26:45 Beaches...Feeling Normal Again * 29:40 Love, Deuce, Match * 32:15 Heather's Happy Place * 36:40 Walks With Mom * 38:30 Beautification Of The Backyard & Family Celebrations * 42:45 Collegiate Times * 45:05 Girl Date & Zoom Weddings * 49:30 Porch Sitting & Beach Days * 53:00 The Launching of Ju Ju + Co * 55:30 Hanging Ten * 01:01:20 Zone Of Genius * 01:06:40 Daddy Daughter Time * 01:12:25 Our Number One's
Links * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Yo Dat's Rank * Ju Ju + Co on Instagram * Camp Indie
Want More? * Scott Brills: A Man Of Leisure, Adventure, & Business * 2021 Travel Wishlist * 2020 In Review: Superlatives * 2020 In Review: Travel Stats * 2020 In Review: Best Drinks * 2020 In Review: Best Desserts * 2020 In Review: Best Meals
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We return with Part 5 of 6 in our Year in Review Series
Check out Part 1: Travel Stats
Check out Part 2: Superlatives
Check out Part 3: Best Drinks
Check out Part 4: Best Desserts
If you know anything about us, it's that we love to eat. We tried to eat out to help support restaurants as much as we safely could during COVID.
Today Heather and I are going to go through our top 8 meals of the year (each) for a total of 16 awesome places that you should definitely check out if you're going to be in the neighborhood!
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
What was your best meal of 2020? If you get to hit up any of the places we list then please let us know @ExtraPackofPeanuts and snap a pic and hashtag it #EPOPSentUs!
In This Episode * 06:30 Honorable Mentions * 13:35 The List Begins * 19:55 Good Ol' Biscuit's * 23:10 Fantastic Chicken Options * 27:15 Heather Can Make It Even Better * 29:40 Thai Is The Best * 33:40 Trav "Acai Bowl" Sherry * 37:15 It Is ALL About Comfort Food * 42:30 A Homemade Southern Tradition * 47:40 Bringing it Back to Philly * 52:00 Home Cooking Papa Style * 54:45 Drum Roll Please....#1's
Links * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Get Your Education While Traveling at OSU E-Campus * Ju Ju + Co on Instagram * Location Indie
Homemade or Multi-Location * Trav's Grilling * Pineapple Stuffing & Salt & Vinegar Mashed Potatoes by our buddy Crime * Papa Sherry's Gumbo * Tattooed Chef Acai Bowls
North Carolina * Cast Iron Kitchen * The Southerly * Soul Flavor * Salt Fish Restaurant & Tiki Bar * Kalethy Living * Rooster & The Crow * Cape Fear Boil Company
Philadelphia * Nui Nui Kitchen * Zahav
Philly Suburbs * Collegeville Italian Bakery Pizzeria Napoletana * Sweet Aloha Bowls
Tennessee * Hattie B's
Want More? * 2021 Travel Wishlist * 2020 In Review: Superlatives * 2020 In Review: Travel Stats * 2020 In Review: Best Drinks * 2020 In Review: Best Desserts * 2019 In Review: Best Experiences * 2019 In Review: Best Desserts * 2019 In Review: Best Beers * 2019 In Review: Best Coffee * 2019 In Review: Best Wines * 2019 In Review: Best Meals * 2019 In Review: Superlatives * 2019 In Review: Travel Stats
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We return with Part 4 of 6 in our Year in Review Series:
Check out Part 1: Travel Stats
Check out Part 2: Superlatives
Check out Part 3: Best Drinks
We love desserts, anything from ice cream to pastries, key lime bars to doughnuts...it all tastes amazing.
Everyone loves desserts, so we know you're not skipping this episode!
Today Heather and I go through our top 5 desserts (10 total + 2 honorable mention (& 1 dishonorable mention) from 2020, from hometown to widely available to cities around the world if it's delicious, it's on the list!
What was your best dessert of 2020? If you get to hit up any of the places we list then please let us know @ExtraPackofPeanuts and snap a pic and hashtag it #EPOPSentUs!
In This Episode * 04:15 Dishonorable Mention (A First on the Podcast) * 05:35 Honorable Mentions * 10:20 Do You Want S'Mores? * 13:25 Keeping It In The Family * 16:20 Doughnut Crazed * 22:20 Perfect Bars * 22:55 Philly Pride * 24:35 Do You Want Some Salt? * 29:20 More S'Mores? * 34:05 For The LOVE Of Pies * 39:50 PB Ice Cream
Links * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @HaddieBean * Ju Ju + Co on Instagram * Location Indie
Multi Locations * Jeni's Ice Cream * Tillamook Ice Cream - Monster Cookie * Jet-Puffed S'More Marshmallows * Perfect Bars - Dark Chocolate & Peanut Butter * Salt & Straw Ice Cream
Homemade * Peppermint Bark - Julie
North Carolina * Britts Donuts * Wake N Bake Donuts * The Southerly
Philadelphia * Zsa's Ice Cream * Butterscotch Pastry Shop
Want More? * 2021 Travel Wishlist * 2020 In Review: Superlatives * 2020 In Review: Travel Stats * 2020 In Review: Best Drinks * 2019 In Review: Best Experiences * 2019 In Review: Best Desserts * 2019 In Review: Best Beers * 2019 In Review: Best Coffee * 2019 In Review: Best Wines * 2019 In Review: Best Meals * 2019 In Review: Superlatives * 2019 In Review: Travel Stats
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We return with Part 3 of 6 in our Year in Review Series
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Check out Part 2: Superlatives
We've decided to bring all drinks into one episode due to the restrictions on travel we had this year because of COVID. Join us today as we bring you our tops spots for coffee, wine, and anything that wets your whistle.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
What were your drink spots in 2020? Do you like sparking water, yes or no? If you get to hit up any of the places we list then please let us know @ExtraPackofPeanuts and snap a pic and hashtag it #EPOPSentUs!
In This Episode * 06:10 The Reason Heather Is Drinking * 07:10 Honorable Mentions * 10:55 Coffee First * 18:55 East Coast Love * 21:50 Europe Does It Right * 27:25 Trav's Picks
Important Links * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles * Get Your Education While Traveling at OSU E-Campus * Slightly Pretentious * Location Indie
Wilmington, North Carolina * Outpost Coffee Company * Bespoke Coffee * New Anthem Brewing Company
Chicago, Illinois * Dark Matter Coffee - Cold Brew Coffee Cans
Charlton, Massachusettes * Tree House Brewing Company
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania * Bluebird Distillery * Bluecoat Distilling
Nashville, Tennesse * Sidebar at Bode
General * Tres Agaves * French 75
Want More? * 2021 Travel Wishlist * 2020 In Review: Superlatives * 2020 In Review: Travel Stats * 2019 In Review: Best Experiences * 2019 In Review: Best Desserts * 2019 In Review: Best Beers * 2019 In Review: Best Coffee * 2019 In Review: Best Wines * 2019 In Review: Best Meals * 2019 In Review: Superlatives * 2019 In Review: Travel Stats
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Every year that we break down all our travel stats, best meals, best travel superlatives, best drinks, etc and we hear a ton of feedback from you all.
Apparently, these are some of your favorite episodes.
We are running our 6 part series (!!!) that covers our superlatives, the stats, best meals, best drinks best desserts, and best experiences in our year in review.
In this episode, we go into the Superlatives of our 2020 travel year. Best of, worst of, the best value, and a host of other things.
And then definitely reach out to @ExtraPackofPeanuts and let us know what is the most positive yet unexpected thing that happened to you in 2020?
In This Episode * 05:00 Most Expensive Accommodations * 07:00 Cheapest Accommodations * 08:15 The Best Value * 12:20 The Worst Value * 14:35 Favorite Accommodations * 19:55 Least Favorite Accommodations * 21:20 Craziest Thing We Did In 2020 * 28:20 Best Thing We Bought * 34:05 Biggest Change in 2020 * 35:55 Most Unexpected Good Thing * 39:10 Most Unexpected Bad Thing * 44:30 Most Underwhelming Thing * 47:55 Neatest Person We Met * 51:50 Biggest Travel Mishap
Important Links * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles * Side Hustle Success Challenge * Location Indie
Want More? * 2021 Travel Wishlist * Superlatives: 2019 Year In Review * 2019 In Review: Best Experiences * 2019 In Review: Best Desserts * 2019 In Review: Best Beers * 2019 In Review: Best Coffee * 2019 In Review: Best Wines * 2019 In Review: Best Meals * 2019 In Review: Superlatives * 2019 In Review: Travel Stats
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Obviously, this year travel has been a lot different but we are still going to cover the nerdy statistics of 2020 in the traveling we have been able to do. We'll figure out about how many miles we traveled, how many different places we slept in, and how many states we visited plus much, much more!
We'll be covering road trips, accommodations, and some experiences, but food and drink have their own episodes coming later this month.
So if you're into the numbers, or would like to compare your stats with ours have a listen! And then definitely reach out to @ExtraPackofPeanuts and let us know some of your stats like how many miles did you travel in 2020, the number of countries or states that you visited, and/or what's next for 2021 especially post vaccine!
In This Episode * 06:16 Slept In How Many Places & The Breakdown * 11:15 Longest Consecutive Time In One Place * 14:40 Beach House Stats: Visitors vs Alone Time vs Airbnb Rentals * 20:20 Flights * 21:10 Overland Miles * 23:00 Number of Countries * 23:25 Number of States * 24:00 Final Thoughts & What's Next
Important Links * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles * Side Hustle Success Challenge * Location Indie
Want More? * 2021 Travel Wishlist * Superlatives: 2019 Year In Review * 2019 In Review: Best Experiences * 2019 In Review: Best Desserts * 2019 In Review: Best Beers * 2019 In Review: Best Coffee * 2019 In Review: Best Wines * 2019 In Review: Best Meals * 2019 In Review: Superlatives * 2019 In Review: Travel Stats
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To say that we didn't get to any of the places we had on our 2020 Travel Wishlist would be an understatement but that is what makes our 2021 list that much more special. We have a vaccine being rolled out so we are crossing our fingers to be able to get out and travel this coming year. Heather and I are going through our top 5/6 destinations (and some honorable mentions), including a couple of surprising destinations from us both. Where will we go first?
What trips are on your travel wishlist for 2021? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 05:58 Honorable Mentions * 08:45 Central America is Represented * 13:45 Road Tripping * 16:00 Aloha Time * 19:35 Showing Some Love To The Midwest * 24:40 An Honorable Mention Makes The Actual List * 28:55 The Most Likely Trip To Happen In 2021 * 34:55 Oh Canada! * 39:50 Our #1's
Important Links * Location Indie * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles * SantoriniDave.com
Want More? * 2020 Travel Wishlist * 2019 Travel Wishlist * 2018 Travel Wishlist - 2017 in Review * The Hidden Gem That Is Uruguay w/ Karen Higgs
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We are trying something different today as we have crowdsourced from you our EPOP community, over on Instagram, all of your favorite holiday movies. We had you list your top 5 by rank and each number had a point amount which ended up giving us the top 10...yes, there was math, and yes, we did use a calculator because we are all business here 🤪.
Thank you so much for everyone that participated and if you enjoy this style of episode then we would love to do more in the future. Let us know over on Instagram if you want us to do more of these!
Did your favorite movie make the list? Do you want to see more crowdsourcing type episodes in the future? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Today's episode has been sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks!
Important Links * Location Indie * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles * Tortuga Backpacks
Want More? * Top 10 Winter Road Trips * Top 10 Places To Spend Christmas * Throwdown Showdown: Cold vs. Warm Christmas * The Best Gifts For Travelers 2020
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It is time for another throwdown showdown (requested by the EPOP community) and we are combining it with the holiday season to decide which is better a cold location Christmas or a warm location Christmas. Do you want to get away from the cold and sometimes dreary weather or celebrate all that the holidays are in a traditional snowy weather place?
Who was the winner? Which team did you agree with the most? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Today's episode has been sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks!
In This Episode * 06:15 Rules Of The Debate * 09:15 Cold Weather Opening Arguments * 12:00 Warm Weather Opening Arguments * 15:40 Peaceful Cold Weather * 18:00 Simplified Warm Weather * 19:35 Traditional Cozy Holiday * 22:40 Does The Food Matter? * 25:10 Breaking With Traditions * 26:10 Magic Of Christmas * 29:05 Acai Bowls & Margarita's vs Hot Chocolate & Mulled WIne
Important Links * Location Indie * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles * Tortuga Backpacks
Want More? * Top 10 Winter Road Trips * Top 10 Places To Spend Christmas * Top 10 Favorite States * Top 6 Places To Get Quarantined
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It is time to hit the road but we are putting a winter spin on it. We have listed our top 5 (each) winter road trips and are sharing them with you and with each other. Some of these we have taken but not necessarily in the wintertime which puts a whole new lens on the experience. Grab your favorite warm beverage, get snuggly in your softest blanket, and sit back and enjoy this episode!
What road trips would make your list? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Today's episode has been sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks!
In This Episode * 07:25 Honorable Mentions * 12:10 Number 5 * 18:35 Number 4 * 26:10 Number 3 * 35:30 Number 2 * 46:10 Number 1
Important Links * Location Indie * Follow Mack on Instagram * Halcyon Hot Springs * Elote Cafe In Sedona * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Want More? * Top 10 Places To Spend Christmas * Top 10 Favorite States * Top 6 Places To Get Quarantined * Top 16 Places Where We'd Live For 3 Months
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First, we want to give a huge thanks to our amazing listeners who gave us some fantastic holiday-themed ideas for podcasts for the entire month of December which spurred on today's episode. Heather and I are talking about our top 5 places (each) that we would like to spend the Christmas season. Of course, they are ranked but do you think any place made both lists?
What places would make your list? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Today's episode has been sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks!
In This Episode * 08:20 Honorable Mentions * 11:00 Number 5 * 16:35 Number 4 * 19:35 Number 3 * 26:55 Number 2 * 32:30 Number 1
Important Links * Location Indie * IceHotel * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Want More? * Top 10 Favorite States * Top 6 Places To Get Quarantined * Top 16 Places Where We'd Live For 3 Months * The 10 Best Winter Destinations of 2019
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It’s great to practice thankfulness all year long but it’s definitely in overdrive during this season and we couldn’t be happier. So to continue in the celebrations, Heather and I look back at the past year (as difficult as it was) and reveal the people & things we are most thankful for in 2020.
We want to know what are the unexpected things you are thankful for this year? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Today's episode has been sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks!
In This Episode * 06:15 Number 7 * 09:55 Number 6 * 14:45 Number 5 * 20:55 Number 4 * 29:00 Number 3 * 40:15 Number 2 * 53:30 Number 1
Important Links * Location Indie * Want to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Want More? * 20 Questions About Our New Beach House - Answered! * Thanksgiving Thanks 2019 * Thanksgiving Thanks 2018 * Thanksgiving Thanks 2017
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Joining me today is someone who has visited 98 countries, lived in 5, and who figures he’ll settle down when he’s 95, former business traveler and now strictly pleasure seeker, Malcolm Teasdale from MalcolmJTeasdale.com.
Do you travel for business? How do you mix business travel with pleasure travel? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 04:15 Getting Bit By The Travel Bug * 06:35 Seeking Out Business That Requires Travel * 10:05 Making Business & Travel Work Together * 13:30 Pros & Cons Of Living In All The Places He Has Lived * 18:25 Cruise Ships Speaking As A Way To Travel The World * 29:55 Getting Off The Beaten Path & Places To Go * 32:10 Bhutan Beauty & Exploration * 37:50 The Highlights Of All His Travels * 41:20 The Places That Will Be Visited * 42:45 Save and Splurge Travel * 47:25 Biggest Travel Mishap
Important Links * Find Malcolm on MalcolmJTeasdale.com * Follow Malcolm on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Want More? * The Best Gifts For Travelers 2020 * From An Office To An Adventure w/ Otto Ecroyd * Where To Go & When w/ Sherry Ott
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We are doing things a little different this time around because, well...2020 has been a different type of year. This year we are keeping our list to only 20 travel items that are great for regular travel, of course, but are also useful right now during COVID which means these items are good for everyday life and for current travel life (domestic travel in the US, road trips, and staycations).
From less than $5 to over $1,000, and with gifts ranging from backpacks to books and from kids to COVID items, there’s something here for everyone. Here are the best gifts for travelers (even during COVID) – so start shopping and happy holidays!
Click here to see the whole gift guide.
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Tortuga Backpacks!
In This Episode * 07:00 Electronics and Gear * 14:50 Books * 20:40 Clothing * 30:30 Only in COVID * 34:00 Kids
Important Links * Click here to see the whole gift guide. * Best Travel Backpacks & Gear * Best Travel Gadgets * Best Sleep/Health Travel Gifts * Best Stocking Stuffers for Travelers * Best Travel Books * Best Travel Gifts For Men * Best Travel Gifts For Women * Heather’s Favorite Travel Gifts * Trav’s Favorite Travel Gifts * Best Infant Travel Gifts * Best Toddler Travel Gifts * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at @PackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles.
Want More? * The 46 Best Gifts for Travelers in 2019 (Podcast) * The 49 Best Gifts For Travelers In 2018 (Podcast) * The 47 Best Gifts For Travelers in 2017 (Podcast) * The Best Gifts For Travelers 2016 (Podcast)
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Joining me today is someone who once tried to sail from Norway to France and failed, who decided to ride a bike 5,000 miles from Alaska to Mexico but didn’t know how to change a tire, and who has gotten lost, stuck, and confused in more countries than he can count, Otto Ecroyd, author of Northbound and Down.
What long-distance adventure are you wanting to conquer? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 03:00 Learning On The Go * 04:05 Leveling Up & Where It All Started * 09:45 Wanting To Do It To Actually Doing it * 15:30 Alaska Adventure * 19:30 Falling Forward & Planning At The Same Time * 23:20 Am I Gonna Quit? * 27:55 Being So Remote * 30:35 Differences & Similarities Between All The Locations * 35:55 Gear Used & Tossed Along The Way * 40:40 Timeframe & End Date * 44:25 The Longest Stretches * 46:30 Biggest Lessons Learned * 48:50 Post Trip Life * 55:50 No Rules Needed * 56:30 Learning About Writing & Publishing A Book * 59:30 Unexpected Highlights & Biggest Mishap
Important Links * Find Otto's book Northbound & Down * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Want More? * Epic Trips & Micro-Adventures w/ Alastair Humphreys * Adventures Big & Small w/ Alastair Humphreys * Where To Go & When w/ Sherry Ott
In her 11 years of living nomadically, she’s circled the globe multiple times visiting all 7 continents. She lived in Vietnam, hiked the Annapurna Circuit with her father, finished the 10,000-mile Mongol Rally, walked the Camino de Santiago, kayaked in Antarctica, herded reindeer in the Arctic, and drove an auto-rickshaw across India.
While quarantining in her home in Denver - she used her time to work on a new Ebook, Where to Go, and When. The book provides inspirational ideas of where to travel each month (for when we can travel again). For each month she chose 3 destinations to satisfy different travel styles (epic adventure, domestic trip, and an international trip or festival) with a short overview of the interesting, cool and quirky things to do there. The destinations were chosen based on trips Sherry has actually done over her 14 years as a travel blogger. My good friend and incredible writer and photographer - one of the OG’s of travel blogging - Sherry Ott from Ottsworld.com.
What is your favorite place to go in a specific month? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 05:20 Homebasing After Being Nomadic For 11 Years * 12:00 How Fast Was She Moving As A Digital Nomad * 17:25 Do You Still Want The New Places Or The Comforts Of Places You've Been * 19:15 How The Pandemic Has Affected Sherry's Life & The Positives Of It All * 25:45 Exploring The West Via Road Trips * 33:30 Flirting & Planning For Future Travels * 36:30 Where To Go & When Travel Book * 38:50 Travel By Month * 42:00 Destinations That Are Surprising & Fun * 50:30 Lesser-Known Options & Trusting Advice From People Who Have Been There * 57:30 Save & Splurge: What Do You Save On & What Do You Splurge On * 01:05:30 Biggest Travel Mishap
Important Links * Find Sherry at OttsWorld.com * Follow Sherry on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest | Twitter * FREE Ebook Download of Where to Go & When * Wisconsin Supper Clubs Blog Post * Pooping Christmas Log Blog Post * Northern Argentina & Chile Travel Blog Post * Antarctica Travel Blog Post * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Want More? * Taking A Career Break With Sherry Ott Part 1 * Taking A Career Break With Sherry Ott Part 2 * The Beauty Of Imperfect Travels w/ Christine & Jules
Heather and I have had a lot of questions about our new beach house in North Carolina and today they are getting answered. The questions are broken down into 3 categories which include general, logistics, and rental opportunities, and let's get started!
Do you want to live on the beach? Would you like to rent Trav & Heather's beach house? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
In This Episode * 07:30 How Long Do You Plan To Spend At The Beach House? * 12:00 Did You Sell The Philly House? Are You Renting The Philly House? * 14:15 How Did We Decided On The Location? * 19:20 Why Did You Decided To Buy Something So Far From Philly? * 21:15 Why The Carolina's And Not Abroad? * 22:20 Where Do You See Yourselves Buying Next? * 24:00 Where Did We Get Those Chairs?! * 24:45 How Did We Find This Property? * 27:20 How Did We Find A Realtor In North Carolina? * 33:00 What Was The House Buying Process Like For You? * 38:45 Is Flood & Hurricane Insurance Expensive? * 42:10 Do We Have Concerns About An Investment This Large During A Pandemic? * 45:55 Any Tips On Budgeting For Someone Who Wants To Buy A Place * 53:35 Are We Hiring A Property Manager For The Rental Of This House? * 55:25 Was The Beach House Previously A Vacation Rental? * 57:55 How Do We Home Renovate With 2 Little Ones? * 59:30 Has It Turned Out How We Thought It Would?
Important Links * Oregon State University E-Campus * Never Split The Difference By Chris Voss * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Want More? * Top10 Favorite States * 16 Best Places To Live For 3 Years * Destination Diary: Asheville, North Carolina
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Today is all about #vanlife but we are going back in time to 1975 to see how much it has changed over the years. I am happy to welcome Marshall & Debbie Hockett from Tripping1975.com, who, in 1975, hopped on a plane to Europe, grabbed a VW van named Banana, spent a year exploring the continent...and then, wrote a book about it 45 years later!
How much has traveled changed for you over the years? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
In This Episode * 03:00 Getting The Book Written * 05:40 Decision To Getting The Book Out * 07:00 Biggest Differences In Travel From The '70s to Now * 09:00 Highlights From The Trip * 12:25 Planning The Trip & The Route They Took in 1975 * 19:15 Places That Exceeded Expectations * 21:00 Only One Argument In A Year * 25:00 Biggest Changes In Your Travel Style & Getting Back To Europe * 29:30 Biggest Travel Mishap * 36:00 Getting Engaged On The Road
Important Links * Find Marshall & Debbie Hockett from Tripping1975.com * Follow Marshall & Debbie on Facebook | Instagram * Buy Tripping 1975 Here * Oregon State University E-Campus * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Want More? * The Beauty Of Imperfect Travels w/ Christine & Jules * Van Life As A Female Traveler w/Sydney Febrache * From NFL to Van Life w/ Joe Hawley
Joining me today are two people I’ve spent uncountable nights singing karaoke with, who graciously played host when Heather and I got to experience a New Year’s Eve in Sydney, and who I’ve been living vicariously through the last year as they travel around on their 3-year Round the World Trip, my favorite kiwis in the whole world, Mon and T from GetHappy.today.
What locations would be on your big trip list? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
In This Episode * 04:30 The Hidden Gem * 09:45 Planning The Big Trip & The Spreadsheet * 17:50 The Deciding Factor Of When To Leave * 22:05 Taking Things With Ease & Lessons From Travel * 25:40 Get Happy Today: Begin Your Journey To Happiness * 27:30 The Parallel Between Two Seemingly Different Things * 36:05 Budgeting For A Long Extended Trip * 48:45 Traveling During COVID * 55:00 Being "Stuck" In Barbados * 58:35 The Future Of Their Travels During COVID * 01:03:15 What's It Like To Be Turned Away From A Country * 01:11:05 Trying To Get Into Slovenia * 01:14:30 Trying To Avoid Anymore Border Drama * 01:18:15 The Pillars Of The Travel Plan & What Will They Miss * 01:21:30 What Happens After The Trip? * 01:24:35 The Places They Want To Possibly Live * 01:33:40 The Vietnam Jeep Story
Important Links * Find Mon & T on GetHappy.today * Follow Mon & T on Facebook | Instagram * Akashinga: The Brave Ones | National Geographic * Oregon State University E-Campus * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Want More? * Beautifully Boozing Around The World w/ Natalie Migliarini * Around The World On 50 Bucks w/ Christopher Schacht * Living Around The World w/ Worldtowning
Joining me today are the half Aussie/half American duo who have roamed the historic streets of Cuba, bathed elephants in Thailand, danced in one of the biggest music festivals in Europe, and done something many of us have done, gorged themselves full of food in Italy, Christine and Jules from Don’tForgetToMove.com and the Not So Bon Voyage podcast, which has the tagline “When Sh*t Goes Wrong on the Road”.
What are your biggest travel mishaps? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
In This Episode * 04:25 Volunteering For Love * 06:20 Where Did The Love Of Travel Start * 11:00 Learning To Travel With A Partner * 17:05 Different Ways Of Life On The Road * 19:45 Planning Their Travels * 20:50 #VanLife * 23:25 Sustainable/Responsible Tourism * 28:00 Adventure Travel = Authentic Travel * 32:25 Roles Of Travel * 35:45 Crazy Travel Situations & Travel Angels * 40:00 Splurging & Saving In What Areas * 47:05 Biggest Travel Mishaps * 56:15 Plans For Future Travel Post COVID
Important Links * Find Christine & Jules on Don’tForgetToMove.com * Follow Christine & Jules Podcast Not So Bon Voyage * Follow Christine & Jules on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest * Oregon State University E-Campus * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Joining me today is a fellow podcast host, someone who also owns a van (but her’s is infinitely nicer than mine) and who has been on the road for almost 3 full years now with her dogs, Sydney Febrache from DivineOnTheRoad.com.
Has van life intrigued you? What is your biggest hurdle from entering the van life world? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
In This Episode * 05:45 Van Life In COVID Times * 08:15 Planning Your Travels...Or Not * 12:50 Starting Van Life * 21:15 Ella The Van Dog * 23:30 First Things You Need To Think About For Your Van * 30:15 Worst Parts Of Van Life * 34:30 Van Life With Dogs * 39:40 Best Parts Of Van Life * 44:15 Solo Female Travel & Safety * 53:45 The Future * 55:10 Most Special Places She Has Slept * 59:15 The Friendships On The Road * 01:04:40 BIggest Travel Mishaps
Important Links * Find Sydney on DivineOnTheRoad.com * My Solo Road Podcast * Follow Sydney on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest * Ella The Van Dog * Oregon State University E-Campus * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Joining me today is someone who has driven solo across Vietnam on a bike, was a burlesque dancer in Shanghai, and has gotten stranded in Taiwan, Alice Teacake from TeacakeTravels.com and cohost of the Girls Talk Travel podcast.
What has been your challenging travel education? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Important Links * Find Alice on TeacakeTravels.com * Follow Alice on Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Joining me today is someone who after spending 8 years playing at the highest level in the NFL retired and gave all his possessions to charity, and whose name of his blog and social media handles says it all, Joe Hawley from ManVanDogBlog.com.
Have you pivoted in your life? What was the catalyst for your pivot? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Check out the full show notes with all the links here!
In This Episode * 06:55 Your Relationship With The NFL * 09:10 Leaving The NFL & Injuries * 15:00 Camaraderie In Work & Life * 23:40 Why Van Life * 26:35 Van Logistics & Finding The Sprinter * 31:10 Being Open On The Road vs. Routine At Home * 36:15 The Shift In People's Reactions * 40:45 How Travel & Adventures Change You * 47:40 The Härt Collective * 53:55 Other Great Projects & Writing A Book * 01:02:10 Biggest Travel Mishaps
Would you consider yourself to be anxious? How has your anxiety impacted your travel?
Joining me today is someone who, despite being a “neurotic Jew from New York who is quite possibly the most risk-averse person you know” (his words, not mine) has traveled to over 20 countries - all while clutching his wallet too tight and packing every medication under the sun just in case he’s 3 hours from a hospital, Gilad Gamliel from The Overthinker's Passport.
How has anxiety played a role in your travels? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Check out the full show notes with all the links here!
In This Episode * 02:15 The Overthinker's Passport * 05:10 How Do You Know If You Are An Anxious Person * 06:40 How Has Anxiety Impacted & Affected Your Life * 11:45 Pushing Past The Anxiety To Travel * 14:30 Deciding Where To Go * 16:25 Saying Yes To Things That Make You Uncomfortable * 20:45 The List Of Comfort * 23:55 What Can You Do When Someone Else Is Having A Panic Attack * 34:30 Stopping It Before It Gets Away From You * 38:55 Self-Love To-Do's * 40:05 Slow vs. Fast Travel * 41:15 Anxiety In Different Cultures & Easing Through A Trip * 45:40 Tips On Starting To Travel With Anxiety * 48:40 The After The Trip Routine * 51:25 The Struggle Is Real * 57:25 Biggest Travel Mishaps
Important Links * Find Gilad on The Overthinker's Passport * Follow Gilad on Facebook | Instagram * 7-Day Side Hustle Challenge * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Want More? * Traveling With Baggage With Sarah Tiedemann * Travel Meltdowns w/ Jason, Napkins, Travis, & Heather * The Art Of Pivoting In Travel & Life w/ Lia & Jeremy
How do travel & booze mix? Does a specific cocktail or drink immediately remind you of a specific place?
Today we are talking with Natalie Migliarini from BeautifulBooze.com and we are discussing the epic relationship between cocktails and travel, how she got her business started, and why it's okay to blend your business with your travels. We also dive into the best countries for cocktails, the strangest cocktails, the best drinking experiences, and where you should scrimp & splurge for your home bar (especially during COVID-19).
What is your favorite cocktail? What has been your experience with cocktails while traveling? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Check out the full show notes with all the links discussed here!
In This Episode * 06:00 Misconceptions On Bringing In Booze From Outside The U.S. * 12:40 When Did The Love Of Cocktails Start * 18:50 For The Love Of Travel * 20:10 How She Started Beautiful Booze * 25:55 Leveling Up Her Business Through A Change of Scenery * 33:30 Learning To Blend Travel With The Business * 38:15 Best & Not So Great Countries For Cocktails * 41:00 Strangest & Most Unique Cocktails Ever Had * 48:15 Situational Drinking * 52:00 Best Drinking Experiences * 57:55 Best Drinking Experience In The U.S. * 01:00:30 Guilty Pleasure Drink * 01:01:40 Where Should You Scrimp & Splurge For Your Home Bar * 01:04:20 Are Certain Spirits Are Better Than Others * 01:08:55 Being Mindful Of How Much You Are Consuming * 01:12:40 Biggest Travel Mishap
Joining me today is someone who I had the great honor to have on 3.5 years ago (way back in episode 272), and who since then has continued his immersive exploration, which includes working the hardest job on Earth, Nate Menninger from his new project, ThePorterFilm.com.
What has been your biggest challenge in life? What is the difference you are going to make in this world through that challenge? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Grab the full show notes with all the links discussed here!
In This Episode * 02:50 What Was The Goal 3.5 Years Ago * 07:30 The Hardest Job In The World * 10:00 The Plan & Why They Chose Him * 14:10 Beginning Stages & Initial Shocks * 20:15 Biggest Fears * 22:25 What Did The Other Porter's Think * 25:40 The Day To Day Life Of A Porter * 33:15 The Breaking Points * 37:30 The Camaraderie * 40:45 How The Story Changed & What Emerged Instead * 45:45 The Wages Are Not Survivable & The Systematic Problem * 50:15 What Is The End Goal
Joining me today is someone who used to sing 60’s covers in a psychedelic rock bar in Costa Rica, whose hometown is roughly 8,000 miles from where she now lives, and who is the only Uruguay guidebook author who actually lives there, Karen Higgs from guruguay.com.
Is Uruguay now on your travel bucket list? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 05:50 Pronunciation & Mistaken Identities * 13:15 History & Culture of Uruguay * 20:00 How Did You End Up In Uruguay? * 24:20 Falling In Love With Uruguay * 28:30 The Reactions To Uruguay From Abroad * 31:50 What Is Uruguay Known For? * 35:35 Itineraries (Including Beaches & Wine Country), When To Go, & When To Book * 50:00 The City, The Food, The Music Scene, & The Carnivals * 57:00 Temperatures You Can Expect * 58:30 The Costs & What To Budget * 01:06:50 Biggest Travel Mishaps
Important Links * FREE Guide To Karen's Favorite Places To Eat, Drink, & Visit In Uruguay * Grab Karen's Uruguay Guide Books * The Guru'Guay Guide to Montevideo on Audible.com * Find Karen over at Guru'Guay * Follow Karen on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube * Discover Uruguay Facebook Group * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Joining me today is someone who has hitchhiked across oceans, who started off on a 5 year around the world journey with only $50 in his pocket and came home with a wife, and who is a fellow twin, Christopher Schacht, author of Around the World on $50 Bucks.
This episode was recorded pre-COVID-19.
Check out all the links discussed on the show notes page!
How long do you think you could make it on $50? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 02:20 Twin Talk * 05:30 The Time Frame To Go Around The World Without Air Travel * 08:50 Deciding On The Places To See & Learning To Use The Time * 17:10 The Places Christopher Stayed The Longest * 19:45 How Long Did That $50 Last * 24:50 From Party Angel To Mining Gold: The Crazy Jobs Along The Way * 31:50 Languages Learned Before & On The Road * 34:45 Hitchhiking Across The Oceans * 44:15 The Love Story & The Unusual Way He Met His Wife * 50:35 Why Did The Traveling Stop? Do You Want To Travel Again? * 57:15 Biggest Travel Mishaps
Joining me today is someone who since 2005 has hitchhiked across 95 countries, including Afghanistan and Iraq, to document hospitality and fight stereotypes and who has written a book about it called Hitchhiking in the Axis of Evil, Juan Villarino from JuanVillarino.com.
Have you ever hitchhiked? Where is your dream hitchhiking location? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Check out the full show notes with all the links here!
In This Episode * 02:30 Hitchhiking In Modern Times * 10:35 Home Basing To Write A Book * 12:40 Easiest & Hardest Places To Hitchhike * 18:15 Building Authentic Connections Through Hitchhiking * 23:10 The Rules Of Hitchhiking & Being A Good Hitchhiker * 33:15 Solo vs With A Friend * 36:15 Hitchhiking in the States * 47:45 The Real Hospitality Of The People In The "Axis of Evil" * 01:01:45 Biggest Travel Mishap
Joining me today are two guys who started the #1 hostel in Nicaragua, who have participated in the Mongol Rally, who have traveled through China, Colombia, and Peru sourcing fabrics and whose motto is to “Fight Against Boring”, Sean Kolina and Jeff Anderlite from BajaLlama.com. This episode was recorded pre-COVID-19.
How do you fight against boring? Do you want to participate in the Mongol Rally? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Don't forget to check out the full show notes to grab all the links discussed!
In This Episode * 02:30 What is BajaLlama & Throwing The Darts On The Board * 06:20 Deciding On & Running A Clothing Business * 11:00 Supporting Local Artists & The Designing Process * 20:50 What Is The Naked Tiger? * 25:40 How Travel Has Impacted Them & How Has It Changed * 33:00 The Crazy Mongol Rally & The Fight Against Boring * 39:15 What Is The Mongol Rally & Where Do You Go? * 42:00 Strategies & Marketing for BajaLlama * 50:10 Biggest Travel Mishap * 56:45 What Is Coming Next & In The Future
Joining me today is someone who is a founder through and through - he’s founded a coworking space in Bansko, Bulgaria, a Nomad Sailing Retreat, and who has just started another project called “Wild Nomad Safari”, Uwe Allgauer from Wildnomadsafari.com. We are diving into what it's like to have multiple businesses running at one time, the importance of having a community of like-minded people, & why you need to have time to connect and time to disconnect. (This was recorded pre-COVID-19 so dates discussed have changed)
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
Do you surround yourself with like-minded communities? How has it benefited you? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 04:05 Why So Many Projects & Being A Multipotentialite * 10:45 The Backstory: Start of the Digital Nomad Life * 16:15 Defining The Terms To Live The Life * 23:30 Surrounding Yourself With Like-Minded People * 30:05 Building & Running Co-Working Bankso * 41:50 Beautiful Bulgaria & Business Perks * 47:45 Wild Nomad Safari * 52:30 How Does It Work & The Total Experience * 01:01:00 Nomad Sailing Retreats * 01:07:00 Biggest Travel Mishap
You are really digging our "countdown" style podcasts lately so we are giving you another one but this time we are diving into the 16 best places to live for at least 3 years. We aren't talking about vacations or short-haul stays but living day to day life like a local, embracing the culture fully, & truly settling into the places we discuss in today's podcast.
This one is a little more high stakes because Trav has a love of buying real estate and so at any point one of these places could become a reality so I (Heather) had to think long and hard about the possible future commitment this episode could be making for me.
We each picked 7-8 places (hello, honorable mentions) where we could live for 3 years and you'll have to listen to see if we had any places make both lists. Can anyone say moving possibilities?!
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
What places made your list? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 05:00 The Ground Rules * 08:10 Honorable Mentions * 10:10 Let's Get Started * 41:10 Drumroll Please...Number One's
Today is all about Heather & I's top 5 favorite states we have been to and that means it is time for some good-hearted disagreements and maybe a mention or two of a few states that we still want to visit. This is another episode idea straight from our "Ask Us Anything" call-out on Instagram but we knew this would definitely need its own full episode. Of course, this wouldn't be a "Top List" without some honorable mentions so who do you think had the most of those?
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
Which states made it to your top 5 favorites list? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 05:40 The States We Want To Visit * 10:30 Honorable Mentions * 13:20 Let's Get Started * 29:35 Drumroll Please...Number One's * 41:25 If This Was a State, It Would Be My # 1
Joining me today is someone who is known as “a nomad attorney”, who in the last two years has ventured through Pakistan and Iraq, driven from LA to Alaska, and maybe most impressively, took the Trans-Siberian railroad in winter, and who just published his third novel, He Who Fights with Monsters (wow, I’m tired just writing all of that out!), Marc Weitz.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
Can your job be done on the road? What is your biggest hurdle to getting to a nomadic lifestyle? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Grab all the show notes including the links here!
In This Episode * 04:15 Being A Nomad Attorney & Getting Started * 12:05 Biggest Roadblocks * 17:10 Tips For Beginner Nomads (Especially If Your Job Is Not Normally Nomadic) * 22:50 Making Travel A Lifestyle * 29:15 Living in Paris * 35:20 Volunteering During Your Trips * 37:45 Pakistan & Iraq Safety & Surprises * 44:00 Accommodations & Getting Around * 48:15 Exploring Eastern Europe & Transnistria The Breakaway Republic * 51:30 Amount Of Time Spent Away * 52:30 Tales From The Trans-Siberian Railroad In The Winter * 57:45 Top Of The List Places * 01:02:10 Biggest Travel Mishaps * 01:05:20 Writing Novels & The Love of Writing
Have you always wanted to learn a new language? How about 20 of them? Joining me today is someone who retired ex-diplomat, who has 50 years of travel under his belt, and who speaks 20 languages, Steve Kaufmann from lingq.com.
What language(s) do you want to learn? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 02:10 The Language Learning Beginnings * 05:45 How To Make Your Brain More Flexible * 08:15 Best Ways To Learn A Language * 15:40 Lingq Language Learning * 19:20 Is Isolated Vocab Necessary? * 21:40 Comprehension & Tenses * 24:40 How Long Does It Take To Learn A Language * 28:45 How Important Is Immersion * 32:35 How To Decide Which Languages To Learn * 34:15 Which Languages Did He Give Up On * 36:30 Learning Multiple Languages At Once & Losing What You've Learned * 40:50 The Extensive Travel Life * 42:55 Top of List Destinations * 43:40 Diplomat Life & Living Anywhere * 47:50 Travel Stories & Mishaps
Today we are answering one of our listener's questions that we received through our Instagram and we thought it was so good that it deserved its own podcast episode. We all know how much Travis loves his lists and he agonized over it up until this recording (TBH it was during the recording as well) while Heather was able to put her's together in less than 5 minutes but that is not to say that there wasn't a ton of pros and cons to navigate. The question is (drumroll please...) if you could only go back to one country for the rest of your life, where would you choose?
And of course, Trav has his ground rules for this question & is the flip flop master which you will hear when you check out this episode.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
If you could only go back to one country for the rest of your life, where would you choose? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Get the full show notes with links here!
In This Episode * 04:30 The Question * 05:30 Trav's Ground Rules * 07:45 Heather & Trav's Reasoning & Honorable Mentions * 14:15 Let The Lists Begin * 31:10 Number One's * 40:00 What Is Your Top 5?
Joining me today are two people with Californian accents (even though one of them is from Kentucky), a couple who has driven a BMW into a medieval castle in France and are fellow stroopwafel addicts, Jeremy and Lia from PracticalWanderlust.com. After a disastrous year-long honeymoon they now share down-to-earth travel tips from their many (mis)adventures on their podcast and blog and we dive into those stories & tips in today's episode.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
What has been your most disastrous travel mishap? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 6:00 Coming Home From The One Year Honeymoon * 14:20 Better Work/Life Balance with Travel * 17:45 Why The Jump Into Travel & The Spreadsheet * 29:00 The Disasterous Honeymoon * 37:00 Reality Checks & How-To Pivot * 44:35 Amazing European Highlights & Castle Crashing * 50:20 The End Of The Trip & Processing It * 57:00 The Machu Picchu Misadventure * 01:07:00 What Is Coming up Next
For our Quarantine Diaries we did a "Ask us Anything" series and some of the questions deserved a full episode so today Heather and I go through the top six places to be quarantined! The mountains, the ocean, a lake, a city... what will we choose? You have to listen to find out!
Where would you want to be quarantined? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Today's podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus.
Check out the entire library of EPoP Travel Podcasts on Apple Podcasts.
In This Episode * 5:30 Where would you choose to be quarantined? * 7:47 Heather's honorable mention * 10:09 Headed here in the fall? * 12:48 The ocean, good restaurants, and impeccable weather! * 13:53 Headed to an island? * 23:39 Anything you would change? * 25:30 Living on the water * 26:50 Where do you want to be quarantined?
Important Links * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Trav and Heather asked and you answered! On today's Quarantine Diaries Heather and Trav answer all your questions, including most insane things we've done while traveling for the experience, how many languages we speak, and... you'll have to listen to find out the rest!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Trav and Heather asked and you answered! On today's Quarantine Diaries Heather and Trav answer all your questions, including most insane things we've done while traveling for the experience, how many languages we speak, and... you'll have to listen to find out the rest!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Trav and Heather asked and you answered! On today's Quarantine Diaries Heather and Trav answer all your questions, including most insane things we've done while traveling for the experience, how many languages we speak, and... you'll have to listen to find out the rest!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Joining me today is someone who fell in love with biking in the city of Detroit, who enjoys being (and peeing) outdoors, and who is on a two-year bike trip from Alaska to the southern tip of Argentina, Chris Haag from ThePlacesIPee.com
This episode of The Extra Pack of Peanuts Travel Podcast is sponsored by Oregon State University ECampus
What's the longest bike trip you've been on? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
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In This Episode * 3:16 Being and Peeing Outdoors * 6:10 Riding a bike from Alaska to the southern tip of Argentina * 9:49 Budgeting for an Epic Biking Trip * 14:00 What To Do When Reality Sets In * 26:30 Getting Stuck in Sticky Situations * 30:55 Advice for Other Riders * 27:18 Most Difficult Places to Ride * 35:03 Mental Toughness * 39:10 Passing Time While Riding 50 Miles a Day * 41:00 Favorite Places to Ride * 52:18 Facing the Unexpected * 1:08 Better Than You Imagined?
Trav and Heather asked and you answered! On today's Quarantine Diaries Heather and Trav answer all your questions, including most insane things we've done while traveling for the experience, how many languages we speak, and... you'll have to listen to find out the rest!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Trav and Heather asked and you answered! On today's Quarantine Diaries Heather and Trav answer all your questions, including most insane things we've done while traveling for the experience, how many languages we speak, and... you'll have to listen to find out!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Joining me today is someone who once had to decide between grad school and interning at a castle in Italy (you can guess which one he chose), who has written two books, and who has helped pioneer the low-tech movement, Johnny Welsh from Johnnywelsh.com
Have you ever done a digital detox? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Grab the full show notes with all the links here!
In This Episode * 03:05 Internship in Italy or grad school? * 04:37 Support from your friends and family * 06:10 Coming back from Italy * 08:27 The idea of unplugging * 11:37 Falling into old habits * 20:45 Johnny writes his first book * 25:26 What it means to stay unplugged * 39:10 Getting bit by the travel bug * 45:56 Some of Johnny's favorite places * 51:21 Biggest travel mishap
Important Links * Find Johnny Welsh at Johnnywelsh.com * Location Indie * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles
Trav and Heather give their gut reaction for the “best of's” in Paris, including best meal, experience, activity, and even biggest surprise - all without any planning or preparation - to ensure maximum spontaneity and hilarity!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Trav and Heather give their gut reaction for the “best of's” in Siem Reap, including best meal, experience, activity, and even biggest surprise - all without any planning or preparation - to ensure maximum spontaneity and hilarity!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Trav and Heather give their gut reaction for the “best of's” in Switzerland, including best meal, experience, activity, and even biggest surprise - all without any planning or preparation - to ensure maximum spontaneity and hilarity!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Joining us today is someone who loves cliff diving with Italian grandmas and a good pork chop, who all of you have met before even if you don’t know it (since she’s in charge of the EPOP social media) and who just launched her very own podcast with the best podcast tagline we’ve ever heard Mackenzie Lawrence from The Sweaty Traveler podcast.
Grab the full show notes with all the links here!
What has been your sweatiest traveler moment? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
In This Episode * 03:15 What & Who Is The Sweaty Traveler * 05:05 Traveler's Guilt & How It Affects You * 09:30 Tips For Solo Female Travel * 13:00 Support & Panic Attacks When Solo Traveling * 20:05 Cliff Diving With Italian Grandma's Near A Nude Beach * 25:00 Authentic Experiences While Traveling * 27:00 Living Outside Your Comfort Zone * 30:20 How Did This Trip Change You * 34:10 What Helps You When You Can't Travel (Quarantine Blues) * 35:15 Tips For Making Friends On The Road & Balancing Time For Yourself * 39:45 What Surprised You Most About Yourself & Traveling * 43:20 Biggest Travel Mishap * 50:30 The Sweatiest Places
Trav and Heather read their meanest reviews for everyone's enjoyment :)!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Trav and Heather give their top 3 post quarantine road trips that they want to take!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Trav and Heather give their gut reaction for the “best of's” in Barcelona, including best meal, experience, activity, and even biggest surprise - all without any planning or preparation - to ensure maximum spontaneity and hilarity!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Grab the travel guide here!
Joining me today is someone who is a proud Cincy resident and Wisconsin native, who has been to over 40 countries, who describes herself as an “older Millennial” and who has absolutely awesome pictures of 6 Ethiopian boys on stilts, Jen Seiser from TheJourneyNotes.com and JenSeiserPhotography.com.
Could you balance a full-time job and your travel goals? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Grab the full show notes with all the links here!
In This Episode * 03:00 For The Love Of Cincy & the State Of Wisconsin * 09:45 What Does Your Travel/Work-Life Look Like * 11:15 The Hybrid of LI & Remote Careers * 14:15 Travel Tradeoffs & Holidays * 15:35 Solo Trips vs Family Trips * 20:30 State of Travel Urgency (Where To Go Soon) * 24:55 Capturing It All With Photography * 31:25 Travel Style & Costs * 35:35 Hardest Country To Drive In * 38:40 Biggest Travel Mishap
Trav and Heather give their gut reaction for the “best of's” in Cape Town, including best meal, experience, activity, and even biggest surprise - all without any planning or preparation - to ensure maximum spontaneity and hilarity!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Grab the travel guide here!
Trav and Heather give their gut reaction for the “best of's” in Georgia, including best meal, experience, activity, and even biggest surprise - all without any planning or preparation - to ensure maximum spontaneity and hilarity!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Trav and Heather give their gut reaction for the “best of's” in Slovenia, including best meal, experience, activity, and even biggest surprise - all without any planning or preparation - to ensure maximum spontaneity and hilarity!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Trav and Heather give their gut reaction for the “best of's” in Italy, including best meal, experience, activity, and even biggest surprise - all without any planning or preparation - to ensure maximum spontaneity and hilarity!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Trav and Heather give their gut reaction for the “best of's” in British Columbia, including best meal, experience, activity, and even biggest surprise - all without any planning or preparation - to ensure maximum spontaneity and hilarity!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Trav and Heather give their gut reaction for the “best of's” in Bali, including best meal, experience, activity, and even biggest surprise - all without any planning or preparation - to ensure maximum spontaneity and hilarity!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Joining me today is someone who spent many years covering the NBA, attended Justin Beiber’s 21st birthday party, and who left it all behind in 2016 to travel the world and has been on a whirlwind tour since then, Jon Santiago freelance writer and publisher of original content at Santiagos.space.
What does your dream life look like? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Get the full show notes with all the links discussed here!
Trav and Heather give their gut reaction for the “best of's” in Thailand, including best meal, experience, activity, and even biggest surprise - all without any planning or preparation - to ensure maximum spontaneity and hilarity!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Trav and Heather give their gut reaction for the “best of's” in Greece, including best meal, experience, activity, and even biggest surprise - all without any planning or preparation - to ensure maximum spontaneity and hilarity!
This is part of our special podcast series called The Quarantine Diaries, which are short(er) form, unedited, off the cuff shows designed to give you even more travel content and love during a time when we are all stuck at home. You can also watch these on our @extrapackofpeanuts IGTV station. Enjoy - and keep those travel spirits high!
Joining me today is someone who is the co-founder and CEO of Trip Scout, who traveled back and forth to Europe by himself as a 9-year-old, who was called “the modern-day Marco Polo” by Forbes and who now, like myself, is traveling with two little ones, Konrad Waliszewski from Trip Scout.
Do you use TripScout for your travels? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Grab all the links discussed in the show notes here!
In This Episode * 02:50 Life Between the US & Europe At A Young Age * 10:30 The Impact On The Entrepreneurial Spirit & Travel * 17:55 Traveling, Creating A Company, & Blending The Two * 25:40 How Trip Scout Started & Helps Today's Traveler * 36:25 Favorite Underrated Places & The Next Big Adventures * 48:40 How Did TripScout Grow So Large * 53:00 The Initial Vision & How It Has Changed * 57:00 The Investor Power * 01:01:30 Underwhelming Places & Where To Go Instead * 01:07:00 Biggest Travel Mishap & What's Next
Joining me today is someone who moved to Italy on the advice of a stranger on the internet, who can see France from her bedroom window (even though she lives in England), and who got Italian citizenship in 2 months, Sarah Mikutel from PostcardAcademy.co and the Postcard Academy Podcast.
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Chase. Check out one of our favorite travel credit cards, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, by going to CreditCards.com/EPOP
We are also being sponsored by the amazing guys over at Tortuga Backpacks!.
Have you ever researched your ancestry citizenship possibilities? What country would you love to be an ex-pat in? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Grab the full show notes with all the links discusses here!
In This Episode * 05:00 How An American Got Italian Citizenship * 11:15 Researching Your Italian Citizenship Options & Steps To Take * 18:05 Costs & Challenges * 27:20 Ways To Travel Long Term Overseas & * 31:40 Freelance Visa's & E-Residency in Estonia * 37:20 What Are The Benefits & Cons Of Living In Europe * 42:30 Working For Companies Overseas * 45:00 What Is Her Travel Style & Places She Loves * 48:00 How To Save Money While Living Abroad & Traveling * 53:25 Travel Mishap Stories
Today's Throwdown Showdown we are focusing on two places that we both truly adore, Croatia &. Slovenia. Which do you want to visit more the pearl of the Adriatic or the nation of caves?
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Chase. Check out one of our favorite travel credit cards, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, by going to CreditCards.com/EPOP
We are also being sponsored by the amazing guys over at Tortuga Backpacks!.
Who is the winner in your opinion, Croatia or Slovenia? What Showdown Throwdown do you want to hear next? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Get the full show notes here!
In This Episode * 07:35 Heather's Love Of Croatia * 08:45 Trav's Love of Slovenia * 10:55 The Island & Nature Debate * 12:20 Too Touristy * 15:40 The Cities * 20:55 Location, Location, Location * 23:35 Battle Of The Foods * 27:35 It's All About The $$$ * 29:06 Coastal Heaven
Today's Throwdown Showdown we are focusing on two of the greenest landscaped countries with views to die for, Ireland vs. Scotland. Does your heart lie with the Emerald Isle or the land of whiskey and bagpipes?
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Chase. Check out one of our favorite travel credit cards, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, by going to CreditCards.com/EPOP
We are also being sponsored by the amazing guys over at Tortuga Backpacks!.
Who is the winner in your opinion, Ireland or Scotland? Who did a better job convincing you, Heather or Trav? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Check out the full show notes here!
In This Episode * 06:30 Choosing Your Side * 08:25 Transportation * 12:15 So Green & Tourism * 14:30 It's All About The Pub Life * 19:15 The Major Cities * 23:15 Roadtrips & Nature * 26:12 Isle of Skye vs. Dingle Pennisula * 31:50 The Accent Debate
You asked we listened and we will have a lot more 'Throwdown Showdown' shows coming to you! Today the great debate is Austin vs. Nashville. Which location is your favorite?
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Chase. Check out one of our favorite travel credit cards, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, by going to CreditCards.com/EPOP
We are also being sponsored by the amazing guys over at Tortuga Backpacks!.
Who is the winner in your opinion, Austin or Nashville? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Check out the full show notes here!
In This Episode * 07:50 Going Big To Start: Food * 13:15 Time For The Tunes * 16:35 What's The Temp? * 19:20 Mobility & The Epicenter * 20:20 Catch That Ball * 24:30 Entrepreneurial Spirit * 27:20 Coffee vs Ice Cream * 29:10 Closing Arguments
Joining me today is someone who met her husband at a music festival (although the bag of wine means she doesn’t remember it that well), who has lived in China, Indonesia, and Mexico, and who is always one of my favorite people to talk to, Rachel Story from GratefulGypsies.com.
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Chase. Check out one of our favorite travel credit cards, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, by going to CreditCards.com/EPOP
We are also being sponsored by the amazing guys over at Tortuga Backpacks!.
In This Episode * 05:08 Love Of The World * 10:50 Music Festivals & Finding Love * 19:10 Starting To Travel & Hitting Rock Bottom * 28:50 Teaching English In China * 37:30 Online English Teaching For Location Independence * 46:25 Pro's & Con's Of Online English Teaching * 53:25 Best Resources To Learn More * 55:25 Tips For Teaching English * 59:00 The 3 Prong's Of Digital Nomad Life * 01:03:00 Biggest Travel Mishap * 01:05:40 Next Travel Stops & Teaching For Freedom Course
Joining me today is the winner of the 1989 Human Race, where he traveled 40,000 miles in 17 days, someone who was named “The World’s Greatest Traveler” by National Geographic Traveler in 2002, and who is the founder and Ringmaster of The Global Scavenger Hunt, Bill Chalmers from GlobalScavengerHunt.com
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Chase. Check out one of our favorite travel credit cards, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, by going to CreditCards.com/EPOP.
Would you want to participate in The Global Scavenger Hunt? Would you do it more for fun or to win? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.
Grab the full show notes with all the links discussed by clicking here!
In This Episode * 03:40 How Did This All Start * 11:40 What Keeps It Going * 16:20 This Biggest Changes * 22:40 What is The Global Scavenger Hunt * 34:45 Type Of People Who Participate * 37:55 Figuring Out The Hunt & Dynamics * 48:50 Would You Win? * 51:00 Keeping People Going & Competition * 59:25 How Long Does Planning Take? * 01:08:30 Costs To Participate & Spending During The Hunt * 01:17:00 Is There Going To Be a 2021 Event?
Joining me today is someone who has been traveling and working from the road for over 2900 days and who has visited 573 cities and 73 countries, Mike Swigunski from GlobalCareerBook.com.
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Chase. Check out one of our favorite travel credit cards, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, by going to CreditCards.com/EPOP.
Get the full show notes with all the links here!
In This Episode * 03:45 Counting Countries & Cities * 07:10 The City Of Spires: Prague * 16:05 Places Not Living up To The Hype * 17:50 Finding Jobs Overseas * 28:30 New Zealand Working Visa & Hitchhiking Adventure * 32:30 Finding Remote Work & Using Your Current Skill Set * 40:55 What Job Is Right For You & Pay Scales * 45:30 What Is The Competition Like? * 46:50 How To Stand Out From The Crowd * 53:20 Work/Life/Travel Balance * 56:10 Home Bases & Traveling From There * 59:50 Travel Mishaps
Each year there are always a handful of days that stand out.
Some of those perfect travel days that you couldn't have planned in a million years, but that really stick with you, months later.
Today, Heather and I go through our top 10 experiences of 2019 spanning the globe from the Good Ole USA to Canada to the warmth of sunny Florida and gorgeous Croatia.
What were your favorite experiences of 2019? If you get to hit up any of the places we list then please let us know @ExtraPackofPeanuts and snap a pic and hashtag it #EPOPSentUs!
Get the full show notes here!
In This Episode * 05:40 Honorable Mentions * 06:35 A Flight Made The List??!! * 08:55 The Good Ole USA * 13:30 Ohhhh Canada * 17:30 NYE + A Wedding * 19:20 I Think I Am In Love * 24:00 Beach Experiences * 35:55 Pacific Northwest With Friends * 39:15 Epic Croatia * 46:40 Mountain Skiing * 52:20 The Sun Came Out * 56:15 Viva Mexico * 58:45 Our Number One's
We love desserts, anything from ice cream to pastries, key lime bars to doughnuts...it all tastes amazing.
Today Heather and I go through our top 8 desserts (16 total + 1 honorable mention) from 2019, from hometown to widely available to cities around the world, if it's delicious, it's on the list!
What was your favorite dessert of 2019? If you get to hit up any of the places we list then please let us know @ExtraPackofPeanuts and snap a pic and hashtag it #EPOPSentUs!
Get the full show notes with all the links discussed in today's episode here!
In This Episode * 03:50 Honorable Mention * 05:10 Starting Off With An Old Favorite * 07:50 Creamy Peanut Butter * 10:25 Keeping It Local * 14:45 Doughnut Crazed * 16:30 Portland Pride * 20:45 Ice Cream In Florida * 23:35 Number 3/2 * 28:25 More Doughnuts * 32:25 Number Ones
2019 was a great year for beer!
Listen to hear our best beer experiences of 2019 and since Heather was pregnant for most of the year, Trav had to really step up and carry the "burden" of beer drinking for 2019. You can only imagine how distraught this made him (queue sarcasm).
What was your favorite beer or brewery of 2019? If you get to hit up any of the places we list then please let us know @ExtraPackofPeanuts and snap a pic and hashtag it #EPOPSentUs!
Check out the show notes with links to everywhere we talked about on the episode page.
In This Episode * 05:30 Keeping It Local * 11:55 Colorado Love * 13:50 Bringing It Back Home * 16:25 Deliciousness In The North * 20:15 Portland Pride * 23:30 Number 1
We return with Part 5 of 8 in our Year in Review Series!
It is the bonus episode all about wine! Instead of grouping coffee and wine together, Heather thought it deserved its own episode and she was right (like normal). Join us today as Heather shares her top 6 wines from around the world in 2019.
Check out Part 1: Superlatives
Check out Part 2: Travel Stats
Check out Part 3: Best Meals
Check out Part 4: Best Coffee
What was your favorite wine of 2019? If you get to hit up any of the places we list then please let us know @ExtraPackofPeanuts and snap a pic and hashtag it #EPOPSentUs!
Check out the show notes with all the links on the episode page!
In This Episode * 06:20 Honorable Mentions * 07:20 Starting Off At Home * 09:15 We Love Canada * 10:55 Europe Does It Right * 13:50 Prince Edward County * 18:00 Drum Roll Please...
We return with Part 4 of 8 in our Year in Review Series.
Check out Part 1: Superlatives
Check out Part 2: Travel Stats
Check out Part 3: Best Meals
We've decided to split up...coffee and wine into their own episodes. So this year in review will be an 8 part series instead of the normal 7.
Join us today as Heather shares her top 9 coffee spots from around the world of 2019.
What were your favorite coffee spots of 2019? If you get to hit up any of the places we list then please let us know @ExtraPackofPeanuts and snap a pic and hashtag it #EPOPSentUs!
Grab the full show notes with all the links to the places discussed on the episode page!
In This Episode * 08:05 Portland Representing * 10:50 Ohhhhh Canada * 18:55 East Coast Love * 21:50 Europe Does It Right * 27:25 Trav's Picks
We return with Part 3 of 7 in our Year in Review Series
Check out Part 1: Superlatives
Check out Part 2: Travel Stats
If you know anything about us, it's that we love to eat. And boy did we eat a lot in 2019!
Today Heather and I are going to go through our top 12 meals of the year (each) for a total of 24 awesome places around the world that you should definitely check out if you're going to be in the neighborhood!
From Croatia and Bosnia & Herzegovina to Philadelphia and Maine, we truly span the globe with today's episode!
What were your favorite meals of 2019? If you get to hit up any of the places we list then please let us know @ExtraPackofPeanuts! If you go anywhere we have ever discussed please snap a pic & post on Instagram and hashtag #EPOPSentUs
Check out the FULL show notes (including links to everything discussed) here!
In this episode, we cover the nerdy statistics of 2019. We'll figure out about how many miles we traveled, how many different places we slept in, and how many new countries we visited plus much, much more!
We'll be covering flights, drives, accommodations, and some experiences, but food and drink have their own episodes coming later this month.
So if you're into the numbers, or would like to compare your stats with ours have a listen! And then definitely reach out to @ExtraPackofPeanuts and let us know some of your stats like how many miles did you travel in 2019, the number of countries or states that you visited, and/or what's next for 2020!
In This Episode * 06:50 Slept In How Many Places & The Breakdown * 13:15 Housesitting * 16:45 Longest Time In One Place * 22:00 Flights * 25:00 Overland Miles * 31:15 Number of Countries * 31:55 Number of States * 33:00 Final Thoughts & What's Next
Check out the full show notes here!
Every year that we break down all our travel stats, best meals, best travel superlatives, best drinks, etc and we hear a ton of feedback from you all.
Apparently, these are some of your favorite episodes.
We'll be running a 7 part series (!!!) that covers our superlatives, the stats, best meals, best coffee/wine, best beer, best desserts, and best experiences in our year in review.
In this episode, we go into the Superlatives of our 2019 travel year. Best of, worst of, the best value, and a host of other things.
We'll be covering flights, drives, accommodations, and some experiences, but food and drink have their own episodes coming later this month.
So if you're into the numbers, or would like to compare your stats with ours have a listen! And then definitely reach out to @ExtraPackofPeanuts and let us know some of your stats like craziest thing you did or bought, the most unexpected thing in a good way that happened to you &/or your biggest travel mishap in 2019!
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Sauv's!
In This Episode * 06:30 Most Expensive Accommodations * 09:23 Cheapest Accommodations * 13:21 The Best Value * 16:45 The Worst Value * 18:00 Favorite Accommodations * 25:00 Least Favorite Accommodations * 26:25 Best/Worst Flights * 31:20 The Craziest Thing (in our lives) * 36:00 Best Thing We Bought * 40:42 Biggest Travel Change * 43:28 Most Unexpected Good Thing * 48:10 Most Unexpected Bad Thing * 51:32 Most Underwhelming Thing * 55:30 Neatest Person We Met * 01:01:17 Biggest Travel Mishap
Important Links * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at @PackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @Let'sJetto * How To Get Free Accommodation With House Sitting * Jetto App - Referral Code: EPOP
Every year we like to make a list of our dream destinations for the upcoming year. Sometimes we get around to a couple of them, sometimes we don't and they live on to the following year's list, but either way, it's a great way to start off!
We didn't even look back at our 2019 Travel Wishlist because we didn't want to be swayed so we simply asked ourselves 'Where do I want to go' without overthinking it or putting any restrictions on the dreaming of travel for 2020 just pure wanderlust.
Heather and I go through our top 7 destinations (and some honorable mentions), including a couple of surprising destinations from us both!
Where will we go first?
What places are on your dream 2020 travel wishlist? Did any of your places match one of ours? Let us know @PackofPeanuts!
In This Episode * 06:40 Honorable Mentions * 11:30 Let's Begin! * 19:15 South America is Represented * 23:20 Europe Time! * 30:45 Remote Living * 33:30 Rehashing The Past * 37:15 Top 3 Region for Trav * 47:15 Our #1's
Important Links * World Nomads * TravelFish.org * Jetto (Apple Only) * Ask EPOP
Today I have the amazing Chase Boehringer from The Bucketlist LIfestyle on the show and he has had the honor to be on the Price Is Right, he has spontaneously walked into an airport and bought a ticket, and has currently crossed off 80 out of 100 bucket list items. This is a very fun conversation that will probably get you the motivation to start attacking your bucket list!
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Sauv's!
Do you have a bucket list? How many items have you been able to check off so far and do you have plans to get more checked off? Let us know @PackofPeanuts!
In This Episode * 03:40 Top 3 Bucket List Items Crossed Off & Still To Do * 07:40 The Story Of Chase's Bucket List * 17:00 Best Version Of Yourself & Growth * 22:40 Transition To Full-Time Traveler * 33:40 Positives & Negatives & Adventures * 46:15 Best Advice On Embarking On Creating A Bucket List * 50:55 The Price Is Right * 56:55 Biggest Travel Mishaps
Important Links * The Bucketlist Lifestyle * The Bucketlist Lifestyle Tours * Follow Chase on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube * Jetto App - Referral Code: EPOP * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at @PackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @Let'sJetto
I am so excited to talk with my guest, Queen Michele, on today's episode because she is all about getting others to move abroad just like she did. Queen retired at the age of 52 and moved to Mexico as a single, middle-aged retiree, and began her journey of self-discovery with no end in sight. She now wakes up with a smile on her face and joy in her heart every single day!
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Sauv's!
In This Episode * 03:30 A Multi-Layered Lady * 05:30 Planning To Move Abroad * 10:00 Prior Travel & The Emotions Of Leaving * 13:30 Checklist For The New Location * 15:30 Research * 25:30 Reactions From Family & Friends * 33:50 Finding Accommodations * 38:15 Hardest Part Of Living Abroad * 45:30 What You Need To Consider Prior To Moving * 49:00 Considering Finances
Important Links * Queen's book Considerations: A Guide For Moving Abroad * Follow Queen on Facebook * Jetto App - Referral Code: EPOP * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at @PackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @Let'sJetto
We have made it to our 400th episode and today we welcome the entire EPOP team to join us in giving our top 40 (plus) travel tips. Today we have on the show Vanessa, Mackenzie, Ransom, Lily, Kaycee, and of course, my wonderful wife and constant travel companion Heather and we are diving into the travel tips and tricks we have all accumulated over our decades of travel experience.
Like always it started at 40 (for our 400th episode) but who knows what number it actually ended up with.
Sit back, relax, and enjoy our 400th episode with this crazy, funny, and awesome team that we have here at Extra Pack of Peanuts and thank you for being with us through these 400 episodes. We couldn't have done it without you!
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Tortuga Backpacks!
Which tip did you like the most? Did you enjoy having the entire team on the podcast? Let us know @PackofPeanuts!
Check out the entire library of EPoP Travel Podcasts on Apple Podcasts. Do you have travel questions for Trav about travel or travel hacking? Tweet us @packofpeanuts or Instagram with #askepop to @extrapackofpeanuts, or even on facebook! Anywhere you can find us!
In This Episode * 04:00 Introductions * 05:30 Pre-Travel Tips * 22:00 Packing * 45:20 Money * 51:00 During Travel
Important Links * Tortuga Luggage * Tortuga Packing Cubes * Bigger Carry On from Away Luggage * Packing Cubes * Fanny Pack * Amazon Mesh Bags * Baggu Reusable Bags * Buff * Trek Light Backpacks & Totes * Kilimanjaro & Tanzania Women-Owned Travel Company * Helium II Rain Jacket * Nomader Silicone Water Bottle * Bamboo Utensil Set * FREE Extra Pack Of Peanuts Packing List * Charles Schwab Checking Account * Jetto App (Apple Only) - Referral Code: EPOP * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at @PackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @Let'sJetto
It’s great to practice thankfulness all year long but it’s definitely in overdrive during this season and we couldn’t be happier.
So to continue in the celebrations, Heather and I look back at the past year and reveal the 8 people & things we are most thankful for in 2019.
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Suavs & the amazing guys over at Tortuga Backpacks!
Important Links * Camp Indie * Suavs * Tortuga Backpacks * Bluffworks * Jetto App - Referral Code: EPOP * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at @PackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @Let'sJetto
Joining me today are two people who have taken on many adventures in life, including driving a 1978 orange and brown Dodge Tioga RV across the country and, most recently, decided to embark on a one year trip around the world with their 12 year old daughter Kayla to expose her to all different types of cultures, religions, and ways of life, Kim and Scott Goyette from MeditationMutha.com and GoLoveNow.com.
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Tortuga Backpacks!
Grab The Full Show Notes Here!
In This Episode * 04:10 Free Spirit Mode & Adventure Starting * 11:00 From Cubicle to Location Independence * 14:50 RTW: Planning & Mindset * 23:30 Long Term Travel & Keeping Everyone Interested * 27:30 Planning vs Roaming & Length of Stays * 35:00 Accommodations & Playing With Points * 41:30 Non-Negotiable Places & Surprises * 44:00 Where Didn't Meet Expectations * 48:00 Biggest Challenges & Transitioning Back * 55:45 Next Adventure? * 01:00:45 Biggest Travel Mishaps
Important Links * Meditation Mutha * Follow Meditation Mutha on Instagram | Facebook * Go Love Now * Follow Go Love Now on Twitter | Facebook | Youtube * Jetto App - Referral Code: EPOP * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at @PackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @Let'sJetto
Every year, for the past seven years, we’ve scoured the globe to find the most unique, most useful, and best gifts for travelers on the planet (tough life, I know).
And in those past seven years, our annual “best gifts for travelers” guide has become one of the most popular travel gift guides in the world!
So if you’re struggling with what to get the traveler in your life, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered again this year.
From less than $5 to over $1,000, and with gifts ranging from backpacks to books and from cashmere to coffee, there’s something here for everyone.
Here are the best gifts for travelers – so start shopping, and happy holidays!
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+ Best Travel Backpacks & Gear
+ Best Travel Gadgets
+ Best Sleep/Health Travel Gifts
+ Best Stocking Stuffers for Travelers
+ Best Travel Books
+ Best Travel Gifts For Men
+ Best Travel Gifts For Women
+ Heather’s Favorite Travel Gifts
+ Trav’s Favorite Travel Gifts
+ Best Infant Travel Gifts
+ Best Toddler Travel Gifts
Joining me today is someone who solo bicycled from Canada all the way down to Patagonia, Argentina, Xavier Himma from FollowTheHumOfTheEarth.com and Hum of The Earth on YouTube. Get the full show notes here!
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Tortuga Backpacks!
In This Episode * 03:40 Why Do It, Why On A Bike & How Long * 14:00 Path Taken * 19:00 Fears & Sleeping Accommodations * 22:10 Budget & Journey * 32:30 Unforeseen Places * 37:30 Hardships & The Kindness Of Firefighters * 43:45 What Was Learned * 45:10 Fond Memories & Difficult Spots * 51:20 Mishaps * 55:30 What Was The End Like? * 58:30 What's Next, Timeline
Important Links * Find Xavier on his website Follow To The Hum Of The Earth * Follow Xavier on Youtube * Warm Showers * Jetto App - Referral Code: EPOP * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at @PackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @Let'sJetto
Joining me today is someone whose freelance work has been featured in AFAR, Travel and Leisures and Rolling Stone, who has been to 51 countries on 6 continents and whose book “Good With Money: A guide to prioritizing spending, maximizing savings and traveling more” shows how she has been able to travel nonstop for 10 years on an average income of $30,000, Anna Mazurek from TravelLikeAnna.com.
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Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Sauv's & Tortuga Backpacks!
In This Episode * 05:33 Travel Is My Life * 10:55 Making Freelancing & Travel Work * 16:25 Freelancing, Money & Hustling * 24:10 Budget Breakdown For Full Time Travel * 28:25 Scale Of Travel * 31:10 Batching Work vs. Work/Travel Balance * 33:40 What Did You "Give Up" For This Life * 36:30 Prioritizing & Changed Ways * 40:50 Saving Money Tips & Tricks * 50:50 Favorite Places * 53:10 Travel Mishaps * 57:50 What's Next in Travel & Work
Important Links * Travel Like Anna * Grab Your Copy of Anna's Book Good With Money * Follow Anna on Instagram | Twitter * Postagram * Jetto App - Referral Code: EPOP * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at @PackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @Let'sJetto
This is the last episode of our updated Philly Destination Diary (cue sad music) but we are ending it with the best of all...Activites! Yep, we are giving you the must-see sites for adults, kids and everyone in between in this gorgeous city of ours. We hope you have enjoyed the new format for this destination diary and that we have inspired you to come visit the city of brotherly love real soon.
In This Episode * 03:50 West To East * 07:00 For The Kiddies * 11:40 Medical Oddities * 13:20 Time For A Visit To The Markets * 16:40 History In A Nutshell * 21:55 Wandering The Old City * 24:10 Concerts * 26:10 Sports
Important Links * Philadelphia Art Museum & The Rocky Steps * Kids + Franklin Institute + Please Touch Museum + Smith Playground & Playhouse + Academy of Natural Science of Drexel University + Philadelphia Zoo * Mutter Museum * Reading Terminal * Italian Market * Independence Hall & Liberty Bell * Museum of the American Revolution * Wander Around Old City + Elfreth's Alley + Betsy Ross House + Carpenter's Hall * Concerts + Fillmore in Northern Liberties + Union Transfer + The Met + World Cafe Live * Sports + South Philly Sports Complex + XfinityLive + Temple + Villanova + Palestra * Kelly Drive * Fairmount Park * Toynbee Tiles
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- Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at @PackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @Let'sJetto
By now you are well-versed in the neighborhoods you need to stay in, the best places to eat and the best places to start your day (aka breakfast & coffee) but today is all about getting your drink on. Yes, we are diving into the best places in Philly to drink with a focus on beer and cocktails plus we even sorted most of them by neighborhoods to make it easier for you to find them. If you weren't wanting a cold beer before this episode you may by the end!
In This Episode * 05:30 Let's Begin with Beer in Spring Garden Area * 09:40 Beer in South Philly Area * 14:40 Beer in Fishtown Area * 25:55 Cocktails * 28:10 Distilleries
Important Links Beer * Spring Garden Area + Yards Brewing Company + Love City Brewing * South Philly + Second District Brewing Company + Separatist Beer Project + Brewery ARS + Bok Bar * Fishtown + Evil Genius Beer Company + Tired Hands Biergarten + Urban Village Brewing Company + Frankford Hall + Barcade + Garage Philly + Bottle Bar East * Crime and Punishment Brewing Company * McGillin’s Olde Ale House
Cocktails * The Franklin Bar - Center City * Writer’s Block Rehab - Center City
Distilleries * Blue Coat Distillery * New Liberty Distillery * Stateside Urbancraft Vodka Bar
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We now know which neighborhoods to check out, a ton of places to eat but we are needing something to kick off our day in Philly and this episode fits the bill with the best breakfast/brunch & coffee places in town. Get noshing on some amazing bagels, donuts (with fried chicken), breakfast sandwiches, and french toast and get it all down with the best coffee in Philly.
In This Episode * 04:25 Let's Begin * 07:00 Heather's Favorite Coffee * 10:40 Foodie Place That Matt G Loves Too * 12:00 Beer Bagels * 13:30 Donuts & Fried Chicken * 16:15 Roasters Jawn * 18:40 Get A Shot * 19:15 Going Off Script
Important Links * Middle Child * La Colombe * One Shot * Philly Style Bagels * Federal Doughnuts * ReAnimator Coffee Roasters * Shot Tower Coffee * United By Blue * Jetto App - Referral Code: EPOP * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @Let'sJetto
It's time to dive into one of the most delicious aspects of Philly and that is the best places to eat. We will break them down by food type (hello cheesesteaks) and by location so that you can eat your way through Philly easily. Loosen that belt, get comfy, and start planning your epic foodie trip!
In This Episode * 03:30 Cheesesteaks * 12:30 Best Of The Best * 21:00 Fishtown Area * 30:25 Old City * 34:25 Center City * 37:30 South Philly * 41:20 Reading Terminal Market
Important Links Cheesesteaks * Pat's King of Steaks * Geno's Pizza & Cheesesteaks * John's Roast Pork * Dalessandro's Steak & Hoagies * Woodrow's (on South Street) * Campo's Philly Cheesesteaks (on Market St) * Carmen's Famous Italian Hoagies & Cheesesteaks (in Reading Terminal Market)
Best of the Best
- John's Roast Pork
- Zahav
- Suraya
- Pizzeria Beddia
- Middle Child
- La Colombe
- Reading Terminal Market
Fishtown
- Suraya
- Pizzeria Beddia
- Cake Life
- Good Spoon Soupery
- Loco Pez
- Bottle Bar East
- Memphis Taproom
- Helm
- Wm. Mulherin's Sons
- Hiroki
Old City
- Zahav
- Lucha Cartel
- The Continental Restuarant & Martini Bar
- High Street Market
- The Bourse Food Hall
Center City
- Kanella's Grill
- Spice Finch
- Indeblue Restaurant
South Philly
- Francoluigi's Italian Resturant
- La Mula Terca
- Hardena
Reading Terminal Market
- Bassett’s Ice Cream
- Beiler’s Donuts
- DiNic’s Roast Pork
- Miller’s Twist Soft Pretzels
- Beck’s Cajun Cafe
- Herschel’s East Side Deli
Famous Local Institutions
- Philly Soft Pretzel Factory
- Wawa
Do you love Philadelphia or has it been on your to-go list for way too long? In this series, we will be breaking down everything that is Philly from neighborhoods to eating & drinking to things to do in 5 mini-episodes. You can binge them all in one sitting or listen to the first three today and the last 2 next Tuesday but either way you will be getting some serious jonesing for a trip to Philadephia (cue the Fresh Prince theme song). Yep, now you have that in your head!
Bonus points if you say the word "water" the Philly way!
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Sauv's & Tortuga Backpacks!
In This Episode * 09:45 Getting To Philadelphia * 14:35 Fishtown / Northern Liberties * 20:15 Passyunk Square * 22:45 Old City * 24:50 Center City/Washington Square West
Important Links * Philly Phlash * VisitPhilly.com * VisitPhilly.com Fishtown * Airbnb #1 in Fishtown/Northern Liberties * Airbnb #2 in Fishtown/Northern Liberties * VisitPhilly.com Passyunk Square * Airbnb #3 in Passyunk Square * VisitPhilly.com Old City * Airbnb #4 in Old City * VisitPhilly.com Center City/Washington Square West * Jetto App - Referral Code: EPOP * Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at @PackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @Let'sJetto
Are you a remote worker, digital nomad or location-independent and are wanting to combine travel and work with some community time thrown in? Do you prefer group travel instead of always going it alone? Well, we've got a perfect solution for you!
Joining me today is someone who got a bachelor’s degree in those very complementary subjects of neuroscience and Korean language, who was once a hula hooping protege, and who loves a well-timed pun more than most, Spencer Jentzsch from HackerParadise.org.
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Are you a proud leaf peeper? Do relish every moment of pumpkin spice season? Does the change in temperatures get you giddy?
If so, then you are going to want to take notes as we go through our lists on today's episode. We have done the best fall destinations a couple of times in the past so this year we are changing it up and sticking only to US destinations. Plus we are choosing from places we have been and places that we have always wanted to go to during this season so this was an extra fun podcast to record.
This podcast can best be absorbed with a cup of hot coffee or tea, a snuggly blanket, and your favorite comfy chair or sofa...Enjoy!
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Do you fear failure or success, or maybe both? Maybe you feel stuck or unworthy…. tune in today as Jason and Trav touch on the fear of success. You’ll get 3 actionable items to help you create an awareness of these fears and learn how to conquer them.
Are you a digital nomad or an aspiring one? Are you a blogger? Do you know who started it all? Joining me today is someone who has gotten arrested for smuggling a single banana, who ran a campaign for Apple that was so successful their lawyers had to shut it down, and who wrote, quite possibly, the world’s very first blog post and is the world’s very first digital nomad, Rob Palmer from Go Freelance.com.
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One of the top stressors people have when becoming location independent are money, investments, and taxes abroad and the best way to structure everything. Well, joining me today is someone who has lived everywhere from Banff and the Canadian Arctic to Singapore and Dubai, who has traveled to almost 100 countries and who believes that just because you were born in one country doesn’t mean you have to keep your money and investments there, Mikkel Thorup from The Expat Money Show.
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Joining me today is someone who has lived in over 40 countries, who had a cat that had more Facebook likes than his company page, and who is known as the Nomad CEO, Eli David, co-founder of StartUpBlink.com & founder of BecomeNomad.com.
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Zeona McIntyre went from a $12 an hour retail job while side-hustling by renting out her place on Airbnb to owning her own Airbnb property to now having an entire vacation property management company that she runs while still traveling around the world.
This is part three of this series and we get into the investing side of it all. What should you be looking for when purchasing a property for hosting on Airbnb or any short term rental platform?
We will be answering the following: investor partnerships vs solo, cash vs financing, turnkey vs work needed, how to keep up with the ever-changing laws and so much more.
If you have ever played with the idea of buying an investment property for short term rental then listen closely because we are discussing it all.
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Tortuga Backpacks!
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Have you wanted to visit New Zealand? How about traveling through New Zealand via a campervan?
Joining me today is someone who has been featured on HGTV's Tiny House Hunters, who campervanned around New Zealand and wrote a book about it, and who started her latest project when she realized chatting with her husband was awkward, Lindsey Nubern from NuventureTravels.com.
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Tortuga Backpacks & Sauv's!
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If you have ever listened to this podcast in the past then you are very aware of our love for Ice Cream/Gelato. Since it is summertime we thought this is the perfect time to dive into our favorite places around the world for this delicious dessert (& it should be eaten at all times during the day).
Here are a few of the things that we looked for when judging/ranking these:
- Quality of ice cream - taste & consistency
- Variety of flavors
- Split Scoop
- Do they let you taste prior to selection
- How nice was the staff
- Price
Get a pen and paper ready (or just scroll down) to jot down all 12 of our best ice cream experiences from our travels and create your own ice cream itinerary for your next adventure.
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Do you dream of going to school abroad? If living and studying while roaming the streets of your favorite European city sounds good to you then this episode will fuel and help your dreams become a reality.
Joining me today is the author of College Beyond the States: European Schools That Will Change Your Life Without Breaking the Bank, someone who is one of the world’s foremost experts on the over 1,700 schools in Europe that a student can get a bachelor’s degree from, in English, and who, for her “job”, gets to visit Europe regularly to visit these schools, Jenn Viemont from BeyondtheStates.com.
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Do you allow your lack of funds to dictate your travels or lack thereof? Are you looking for an epic adventure or are you more of a micro-adventurer?
Today's guest is someone whose accomplishments will make you feel slightly guilty you didn't hit the gym yesterday since they include cycling around the world for 4 years, rowed across the Atlantic Ocean, pulled a 600-pound sled across the Empty Quarter desert & for good measure, completed an unsupported trek across Iceland by foot and pack-raft.
It’s no wonder that he was the 2012 National Geographic Traveler of the Year, and Geographic Magazine calls him “Slightly bonkers but this a wonderful thing”, Alastair Humphreys from AlastairHumphreys.com and author of 10 books, including the latest My Midsummer Morning.
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Do you enjoy collecting remembrances of your travels? Are you someone who has something from every country you have visited?
Joining me today is someone who hails from the beautiful city of Vancouver, Canada, who wants to help those less fortunate be able to travel the world as well, and who has a design eye that would make my wife proud, Darryl McIvor from TravellerCollective.com.
He creates beautiful yet simple rings that are engraved with country codes that you can wear on a necklace or on a leather embossed keyring that allows you to easily carry mementos of all that places you have been in a classic and minimalist way.
These are one of my new favorite ways to celebrate the places you have gone plus allows for some great conversations to start & inspires wanderlust!
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Joining me today is the author of one of my favorite books, The Hidden Europe, creator, producer, star and everything else of The Unseen Africa, and a man who has probably had more adventures in the last 3 days than I’ve had in my entire life, Francis Tapon of WanderLearn Podcast. I am so happy to have him back on the show since we last spoke almost exactly 4 years ago or 275 episodes but who is counting. Today, we are diving deep into The Unseen Africa project which includes a book and a video series and is a must see for everyone!
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Typically, our destination diary episodes are Heather and I riffing on a place that we’ve traveled to, but every so often I meet someone who knows a place so well, I just have to have them come on and talk about it. And, even though Bulgaria is very high on my list, I didn’t want to have to wait a year or so to put out an episode on it because I don’t want other people to wait that long to go.
Joining me today is someone who has been kind enough to bring me beers from Cincinnati and bring Whit a stuffed Hey Hey doll from Moana, who has taught me everything (literally, everything) I know about Bulgaria, who is an integral part of our Location Indie team, and who can spur wanderlust in me about as quick as any person I’ve ever met, Mitko Karshovski from ThatRemoteLife.com and host of the That Remote Show podcast.
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Are you an over packer? Do you think there is no way that you can travel with only a carry on? Do you have no idea what you should be packing in the first place?
Today, we are diving into our packing list and even giving you our checklist so that you can pack for anywhere in the world only using your carry-on luggage. We break down every single item we pack (regardless of how long the trip is) in the following categories; women's, men's, electronics/necessities, and infant/kids stuff and we are hoping that you will find it useful for your next trip. You can signup to get the full packing list at the brand new Extra Pack Of Peanuts website!
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Do you allow fear to dictate your choices? Are you too scared to take the first step?
My dear friend, Ruth Soukup, author of Living Well, Spending Less & Do It Scared, creator of the Elite Blogging Academy, & host of the Do It Scared podcast, is joining me today to discuss fear, struggles, and building your dream lifestyle. Courage isn't an absence of fear but the drive to continue moving forward despite the fear & that works in life and entrepreneurship and Ruth is the guru of it all.
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After visiting Croatia three times over the last five years, Trav and Heather continue to fall more and more in love with this wonderful country. In today's episode, they'll tell you where you can find the best seafood they've ever eaten, how to make sure you are able to get in to Plitvice Lakes, and what beach has both urban exploring and crystal clear waters - plus tons more!
I am super excited to be talking with the always happy Kelsey Henry, from PositivelyDelighted.com, who is a singer/songwriter who just dropped her first album, who introduced me to the term road schooling, and who is a certified Laughter Yoga leader. This episode is filled with positivity, laughter, and epic stories of being roadschooled in an RV!
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Just because we consider ourselves travelers doesn't mean that we are immune to travel mishaps, both those in our control and those out of our control, and today's episode will cover our 8 mishaps during our 11 day trip to Croatia & Bosnia. Yep, you read that right, 8 mishaps in 11 days which may be a new record for us. Enjoy!
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Do you have an insatiable desire to hit the road in an RV full time? Do you want the opportunity to go on the great American road trip without the need for costly hotels or scary motels?
Joining me today are a couple that have been full-time RV’ing for the last 4.5 years, and who during that time have visited all 50 states, summered in Maine and wintered in Alaska, written a book that was just recently published by Simon and Schuster (and which can even be found in Costco!) and who are NOT retired, Marc and Julie Bennett from RVlove.com.
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Joining me today is someone who last year set out to take 12 trips in 12 months but who smashed that goal by taking 20 trips in 12 months, and, here’s the kicker, did it all while employed full-time, Jen Ruiz from JenOnAJetPlane.com and author of The Affordable Flight Guide.
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In celebration of the launch of this year's Paradise Pack, we decided to put together this 777 series. Now, you are probably wondering 'What's with the 7's?' well this is our 7 most memorable experiences in our 7 years of location independence over the next 7 days.
We have made it to our #1! This was the most memorable experience in our 7 years of being location independent and it included filming our own special on Switzerland, gorgeous Corsica, and epic charity trip to Africa. You can hear how excited we are just reminiscing about this trip so you can see why this made it to #1.
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In celebration of the launch of this year's Paradise Pack, we decided to put together this 777 series. Now, you are probably wondering 'What's with the 7's?' well this is our 7 most memorable experiences in our 7 years of location independence over the next 7 days.
Part 2 is all about our first trip after becoming location independent! This experience taught us a lot of what NOT to do and a little of what worked well so hit play and enjoy (but please don't make these same mistakes on your next trip).
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In celebration of the launch of this year's Paradise Pack, we decided to put together this 777 series. Now, you are probably wondering 'What's with the 7's?' well this is our 7 most memorable experiences in our 7 years of location independence over the next 7 days.
In part 3, we are talking about a trip that allowed us each to pick one destination that we have always wanted to go to, how we decided, and did they live up to our expectations (hint: they absolutely did). Come with us as we unpack our love for Georgia & Greece.
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In celebration of the launch of this year's Paradise Pack, we decided to put together this 777 series. Now, you are probably wondering 'What's with the 7's?' well this is our 7 most memorable experiences in our 7 years of location independence over the next 7 days.
In part 4, we are talking about our epic European trip that was a mad dash through the continent which was exhilarating and exhausting all at the same time.
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In celebration of the launch of this year's Paradise Pack, we decided to put together this 777 series. Now, you are probably wondering 'What's with the 7's?' well this is our 7 most memorable experiences in our 7 years of location independence over the next 7 days.
In part 5, we are talking about last year's epic launch of the Paradise Pack which was year five for us and included a family trip to Mallorca.
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In part 6 we dive into how we kicked off the very first Paradise Pack back in 2014. We did some things very right and other things with a whole lot of naivete but in the end, it was such a success that here we are launching the 2019 Paradise Pack.
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The Paradise Pack
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In celebration of the launch of this year's Paradise Pack, we decided to put together this 777 series. Now, you are probably wondering 'What's with the 7's?' well this is our 7 most memorable experiences in our 7 years of location independence over the next 7 days.
And we are starting it all off in Myanmar and if you have listened to the podcast before you probably know this as the place where I had my epic meltdown but there is more to the story then just that.
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In today's show, Heather & I break down the 7 lessons learned from our 7 years of being location independent which translates into the biggest "Oh bleep, it's really happening" moments from the last 7 years. Plus we get super real about what we have made financially in these last 6 years, tips on how to create a successful business, and how to get started towards your dream location independent life.
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I am stoked to be talking with my buddy, Jaime Atkinson from The EntrepreneurJunkie.co because I am extremely proud of his journey, his passion for entrepreneurship, and his unflinching honesty.
Today, we dive into his life story which includes the epic curveball that started him down this path, how The Paradise Pack helped launch him into the location independent lifestyle, and how he has navigated through the ups and downs of figuring out what works and what really doesn't in his businesses. Jaime is a powerhouse of truth and is not afraid to be open about everything when it comes to his life in business so you will definitely walk away today knowing that you can do this and that your mess may end up being your message.
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Joining me today is someone who serves as a lifeguard at one of Sydney’s beaches, who loves Aussie Rules football, and who knows more about travel insurance than almost any other human alive, Phil Sylvester, Head of Media and Communications for World Nomads.
We’re going to be diving into one of the most misunderstood, seemingly complex but incredibly important parts of traveling - travel insurance - throughout this podcast, and I’ll be peppering Phil with all the questions that have come my way from listeners, friends, and family plus a few of my own.
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Joining me today is someone who has lived, worked, and traveled in over 150 countries, who set a Guinness World Record on 3,700 km rail journey across China, and who, by the time you’re listening to this, will have embarked on a journey driving a solar-powered tuk-tuk across all of Australia, Julian O’Shea, founder of Unbound and SolarTuk.
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Joining me today is someone whose work has graced the cover of National Geographic, who has sold over 150,000 copies of his guidebooks, and who claims to have the best job in the world (I may argue this point), James Kaiser, award-winning travel writer and photographer from JamesKaiser.com.
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Today's guest is someone who has been to more than 50 countries, who took a year-long round the world adventure in 2009, and who, during that entire time, kept a detailed and meticulous spreadsheet that any number loving nerd like myself would geek out on, Bryan Tighe, founder of BudgetYourTrip.com.
Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Tortuga Backpacks!
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Today's guest is former Frugal Traveler columnist for the New York Times and author of Rediscovering Travel: A Guide for the Globally Curious, Seth Kugel. Seth is also known in some circles as the "Latino food expert", can claim that he has written for the New Yorker but can't claim that his work has appeared in the New Yorker, and is one of the funniest guys out there (just read his about page!).
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Joining me today is Lucas Peters, an award-winning writer and photographer, who has lived abroad in village on a mountain and then moved to one of the world’s most expensive cities, and who is pushing me (in a good way) to take Heather to Morocco more than anyone else on the planet - and who has literally written the book on that wonderful country, Moon Travel Guides: Morocco.
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Pilot Mark has been to all seven continents, became a qualified pilot at age 22, has flown over 2 million miles, which is the equivalent of 4 roundtrips to the moon, and is my guest on today's episode. He is the man behind the Flying and Travel website where he gives tips on flying, great destinations, and how to become a pilot. He has some amazing insights into different locations that you have to check out because they will give you wanderlust like nothing else.
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Each year there are always a handful of days that stand out.
Some of those perfect travel days that you couldn't have planned in a million years, but that really stick with you, months later.
Today, Heather and I go through our top 16 experiences of 2018 spanning the globe from Budapest to British Columbia to the warmth of sunny Florida and Mallorca.
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We love desserts, anything from ice cream to pastries, peppermint bark to doughnuts...it all tastes amazing.
Everyone love desserts, so we know you're not skipping this episode!
Today Heather and I go through our top 7 desserts (14 total plus 1b from Trav) from 2018, from hometown to widely available to tiny towns around the world, if it's delicious, it's on the list!
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2018 was a great year for beer!
Listen to hear our best Beer experiences of 2018, Trav has cheated by having 8 while Heather has 7! Including a few that happened during the Old Bess adventures.
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We return with Part 4 of 7 in our Year in Review Series
Heather's favorite activities mean she's in charge today!
While she didn't drink a lot of wine in 2018, there are still a couple of awesome spots to mention, and there were quite a few coffee shops visited along the last 12 months!
Join us today as Heather shares her top 4 wine experiences and top 10 coffee shops of 2018
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Part 3 of 7 in our Year in Review Series
If you know anything about us, it's that we love to eat. And boy did we eat a lot in 2018!
Today Heather and I are going to go through our top 10 meals of the year (each) for a total of 20 awesome places around the world that you should definitely check out if you're going to be in the neighborhood!
From Budapest and Vancouver to Philadelphia and Austin, we truly span the globe with today's episode!
We return with Part 2 of 7 in our Year in Review Series
In this episode, we go into the Superlatives of our 2018 travel year. Best of, worst of, best value, and a host of other things.
We'll be covering flights, drives, accommodations, and some experiences, but food and drink have their own episodes coming later this month.
Every year that we break down all our travel stats, best meals, best travel superlatives, best drinks, etc and we hear a ton of feedback from you all.
Apparently, these are some of your favorite episodes.
We'll be running a 7 part series (!!!) that covers our stats, the superlatives, best meals, best coffee/wine, best beer, best desserts, and best experiences in our year in review.
In this episode, we cover the nerdy statistics of 2018. We'll figure out about how many miles we traveled, how many different places we slept in, and how many new countries we visited plus much, much more!
Oliver Gee, a former Australian journalist, can teach you fake french in 1:07 seconds, give you the most amazing insights into local life in Paris, and he just completed an 8-week, 2500 mile trip around France on a little red scooter, going 30 miles per hour (max) with his new wife on the back and somehow found the time to join us on today's episode. He is the man behind TheEarfulTower.com, The Earful Tower Podcast, and he makes tons of videos all highlighting the beauty and mysteries of Paris while constantly striving to discover more about his adopted hometown.
Nate Hake is a recovering lawyer who after 5 years and $250,000 of debt, got fed up and decided to travel the world instead. He spent his first year fast traveling through 43 countries & 6 continents but has switched to digital nomad slow travel to allow him to work on his travel blog Travel Lemming and burgeoning software company. His love of the country of Georgia & being a sucker for emerging destinations has made us instant kindred spirits and this one of my favorite conversations.
Every year we like to make a list of our dream destinations for the upcoming year. Sometimes we get around to a couple of them, sometimes we don't and they live on to the following year's list, but either way, it's a great way to start off!
For the last few years, New Zealand has been on both of our lists and after canceled tickets (mistake fares that Air New Zealand canceled on us) we are so excited that it looks like it could be a go for 2019/2020!
Heather and I go through our top 9 destinations (and some honorable mentions), including a couple of surprising destinations from us both!
Where will we go first?
Zeona McIntyre went from a $12 an hour retail job while side-hustling by renting out her place on Airbnb to owning her own Airbnb property to now having an entire vacation property management company that she runs while still traveling around the world.
This is part two of this series and we get into the nitty-gritty of what works and what doesn't! We discuss the different platforms (positives & negatives), mistakes in listings, pricing, standing out in the crowd, dealing with non-positive reviews, and so much more. This episode is a must listen if you have ever played around with the idea of getting into the short-term vacation rental game.
Zeona McIntyre went from a $12 an hour retail job while side-hustling by renting out her place on Airbnb to owning her own Airbnb property to now having an entire vacation property management company that she runs while still traveling around the world. This is part one of a two-episode series where we break down the backstory of how Zeona got started, tips and tricks for the beginner, and if she had it to do over again what would she have done differently.
Happy Thanksgiving - we've got a special announcement for you so you don't miss out on my favorite day of the year!
In this annual episode, Heather and Trav take a glance back over 2018 and reveal the top 6 unexpected things that have happened to them that they are thankful for. It’s great to practice thankfulness all year long but it’s definitely in overdrive during this season and we couldn’t be happier.
Every year, for the past six years, we've scoured the globe to find the most unique, most useful, and best gifts for travelers on the planet (tough life, I know). And in those past six years, our annual "best gifts for travelers" guide has become the #1 travel gift guide in the world!
We've been spending more and more time in Austin lately so we thought it was time to share! With tons of activities, awesome places to eat and drink, and more tacos than you can even imagine. And you know we love tacos.
Our 2nd of 3 #throwdownshowdowns! Today? A question we get all the time. Should you go to Thailand or Bali?
It's time for the #throwdownshowdown. Which is better? Portland Oregon or Vancouver British Columbia? It's time to find the answer.
Denver is an awesome city. With the Crush Graffiti walls decorating so many streets and alleys, there's art no matter where you look. Add in some amazing food trucks, great breweries, and new friends, and it's a recipe for success.
With Whit joining us on our travels we have QUITE a few more things to worry about luggage wise than before. Listen to our must-haves for any trip with an infant!
It's been 4 years since we did our last edition of Best Breweries, and boy, have we added to the list! As research, we've visited over 140 breweries around the states. It's a tough job, but someone's got to do it.
Whether you like snow, or sunshine, we've got our take on some of the best winter destinations to visit this winter. There are too many good choices!
On a spur of the moment decision, I purchased a 19ft van that had been converted to be lived in and took a road trip with EPoP favorite, #loveNapkins. Boy, do we have stories to share!
Rerun: Inspired by our recent Travel Hacking Masterclass we wanted to go over some of the most common questions about Travel Hacking that we get here at Extra Pack of Peanuts.
Rerun: Relationships on the road are entirely different. Facebook and Instagram only capture those amazing smiling moments, but the reality can be a little more varied. Today Jason interviews Heather and I as we talk about how we work things out on the road.
Rerun: Travel meltdowns happen. Even to the best of us. Today Jason from Zero to Travel and Napkins (fan favorite!) share a couple of the meltdowns that happened on the road. Check out the Zero to Travel podcast to hear mine and Heathers!
Budapest has made its way into our hearts, and our top cities list. Check out today's podcast for our favorite parts of this walkable eastern European city.
Jessica and Will are on a mission to give their kids an epic childhood by living around the world. Listen to some of their hardcore travel adventures and the story behind WorldTowning.
Some people (Heather) have a luxury travel streak in them. It's not always about saving the most money, as it is finding the best experience. Jetset Christina joins me today to talk about her luxury travel style, and how she's turned it into a full time job.
Chris Cage used to be an accountant. Until he decided to take a huge hiking trip which lead him to create his own shelf stable food product for long, calorie dense, adventure travel.
From the good, the bad, to the expensive we learned a lot on our first international trip with Whit. Learn from our mistakes, and commiserate with our experiences in Budapest and Spain!
Getting to travel, live, and work anywhere is pretty sweet in it's own right, but after six years of being location independent, Heather and Trav have found 7 other benefits of location independence that are great - but often get overlooked. What are they...and what do they have to do with a common hosehould appliance? Listen to find out!
In this special episode, Trav and Jason from Zero to Travel record live on location in Mallorca, Spain on the eve of their biggest launch ever. They reveal how they are feeling just a few hours before the Paradise Pack goes live, talk about why they don't agree with the phrase "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" and give you three ways you can go bigger than you ever thought possible.
In today's show, Trav and Heather break down the 6 biggest stages of our location independent journey, from selling vacuum cleaners door to door and wise "no duh" words from a mentor to 30th birthday debacles and the moment Trav thought he finally made it - and why that shocked Heather.
If you're interested in becoming location independent yourself, don't miss out on the Paradise Pack, only available for 7 days a year. www.theparadisepack.com
A strange encounter on a flight, wisdom from Grandma, setting new habits, traveling the world, and more! Trav and Heath Armstrong jam in a wide-ranging conversation about the crazy behind-the-scenes of the Sweet Ass Journal and the Sweet Ass Domination Deck.
Mike & Jess of VanThere.com join Trav to discuss the joys and challenges of living and working out of their custom-built van, with no permanent address anywhere!
Being location independent has its perks. Heather and Trav discuss the top 16 cities of the world where they'd love to spend three months, and what they love most about each one.
We just launched our new app, Jetto, which sends the world's cheapest flight deals directly to your phone.
In today's episode, learn just how long the app took to make (hint: a long time), where Trav first met Jetto's developer (hint: there was champagne involved), and how you can win a free flight to Dublin.
While Rome and Venice may get all the publicity for things like culture and canals, Florence, with it's amazing food, gelato, and architecture, tops them all.
When a city has Heather's favorite thing to eat (ever!), some of Trav's favorite gelato, and one of the most amazing pieces of art they've ever laid their eyes on...it's hard to go wrong! So have a listen, and then start packing your bags, because Florence is one city you MUST go to.
In this episode, Heather and I go through our list of top summer destinations around the globe. From surprising to serene, vibrant to verdant, and interesting to impactful, there's a great destination for everyone.
What's it like to live in another country, and then return to your home country? Is reverse culture shock a bad thing? Dive into a deep conversation with Trav & Jason!
After spending over 3 weeks in Vancouver, Heather and Trav are well versed in the best things to do in this beautiful city. Discover how many breweries Trav went to in 21 days (hint: it's alot!), Heather's favorite pizza and coffee spots, and the activity that they both say you "can't miss" when visiting Van.
For many people, travel writing is the dream lifestyle. In this episode, we'll hear from travel writer Gabi Logan about all the possibilities in travel writing and how to get paid to see the world!
Learn the joys and challenges of traveling everywhere in the world as a family of five, with Ricky Shetty of DaddyBlogger.com.
Michelle Jones, founder of The Wayfinding Academy, talks about the crazy process of starting her own college, who The Wayfinding Academy is for, and why she believes her model has worked so well so quickly.
Every year Heather and I list out our top destinations for the upcoming year. We tend to knock at least one of them off the list, so let's see where we might be traveling in 2018!
2017 was quite a year, filled with some seriously awesome happenings. Listen as Heather and I go through our best travel experiences of the past year.
2017 was the year we turned into beer snobs. Well, the year Travis did anyway. Listen to hear our best Beer experiences of 2017, Trav has quite a few!
Everybody loves desserts, and we ate a LOT of them last year. One day I even had 4 different ice creams in the name of research! Check out our 16 best desserts from 2017!
If we'd tried to fit the drinks in with the meals we never would have stopped talking! So in today's episode, the best wine (when Heather could drink it) and coffee from 2017.
We eat a LOT when we travel, it's one of our favorite things to do. We've distilled all that eating down into the best meals of the year, enjoy!
In this part of our Year in Review series, we hand out our superlatives for the best/worst flights, accommodations, and more. But you'll have to wait until next week for our best meals and drinks! There were too many to do in just one episode!
In this episode we go in depth to figure out how many places we slept in 2017, how many miles we traveled, and how many new (and old) countries/states we visited this past year. Part 1 of 6 in our Year in Review series.
Mike Brcic, founder of Sacred Rides, talks about how he haphazardly started the world's #1 mountain bike tour company in the world, how they pick destinations, the hardest trip he's taken, and why ANYONE can, and should, go mountain biking!
I've known Scott for years and never quite knew exactly what it was he does. Today I'm on a mission to find out. Join us today to learn more about starting a business abroad, how to go about running a marathon with no training, and to hear some great travel tips for Japan!
To celebrate 4.5 years and 300 episodes (!!!), Trav and Heather decide to have a little fun and grill one another by putting each other on the hot seat and answering 15 travel questions apiece.
The person on the hot seat has no idea what questions will be asked and has to give the first answer that comes in to their head for questions ranging from "what's your favorite accommodation ever" to "when were you the most frustrated with me while traveling" and everything in between.
Trav and Heather reveal exactly how much money frequent flyer miles saved them in 2017 (take a guess...you'll never get it!) - and Heather discusses why she thinks it's not the "real" number.
Friends. Family. Food. Yeah, yeah, yeah, everyone is thankful for those things. But what about the things we didn't expect to happen.
In this episode, Heather and Trav look back on 2017 and reveal the 11 most unexpected things that happened to them that they are thankful for.
After scouring the globe, we reveal our 44 favorite gifts for travelers. From less than $4 to over $1,000, here are the best gifts for any budget and style.
Inspired by our recent Travel Hacking Masterclass we wanted to go over some of the most common questions about Travel Hacking that we get here at Extra Pack of Peanuts.
You used to be able to travel for free if you gave up your luggage space for courier packages. Turns out that while you can't travel for free, you can make back some of your flight costs with a company called Airmule!
Katrina McGhee took a 20-month career break and came back to land 5 jobs in 5 weeks. Learn what she did on her trip, and how she managed to spin it to land a job almost right upon re-entry!
Finding cheap flights can be hard if you don't know where to look. Here's a step by step system to see if you've found a good price for your flight.
Slovenia quickly stole my heart and the #1 Gelato spot, in the whole world! Have a listen as Heather and I detail our time in Slovenia. Where to eat, drink, and visit on your next trip.
For people who are better planners than us (everyone) it's time to start thinking of those winter destinations if you haven't already! Heather and I list our favorites, and our wishlists as we move into the season.
In this special 3 part collaboration, Trav & Jason go over the most beautiful places in the world, according to them! On Zero to Travel you'll find 20-11, here you'll find 10-1, and on the Location Indie podcast we're doing a Top 16 Places We Want To Visit as a bonus episode!
Get a behind the scenes look at Travis and Heather's "posh" babymoon and learn how much planning they did for the trip (hint: not much), how much they spent (hint: more than not much), and how much compromising they did (hint: much)
We've spent a lot of time in Portland since we recorded our Destination Diary, so it's time for an Update! Complete with a local!
You don't hear much about people traveling in the fall, but it's a beautiful (and cheaper) time to travel to some destinations. Heather and I go through our top 6 picks in today's episode!
Electronics, health and wellness, and all the other things that don't fit into our other packing lists!
If you've ever wondered how you could travel with just a carry-on, Heather's here to show you the way! If she can do it, anyone can!
Heather and I dove headfirst into the short-term rental property business. Today we share some of our rationale, how we pick our properties, and some tips to get you started!
Today Heather and I share our favorite spots and experiences from San Diego, the land of sunshine and tacos.
George Igoe flys the world in first class, only to live the economy lifestyle on the ground. We dive into his hilarious travel videos, his travel style, and his advice for saving money on the road.
Caz Makepeace of yTravelBlog joins me today to chat about how she turned her life around and created one of the biggest travel blogs on the internet. This episode is part of our Behind The Paradise Pack series, you can check out the pack by going to www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/paradise
Brian Lofrumento joins me today to tell you why you don't need an idea to start a business, and what your most valuable resource is. This episode is part of our Behind The Paradise Pack series, you can check out the pack by going to www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/paradise
There's no better teacher than travel. Today Heather and I share 32 lessons we've learned over the past 5 years around the world.
Derek Loudermilk from The Art of Adventure joins me today to talk about being Location Independent, and how his travels have changed with the addition of his newborn son to the family.
Wait But Why is one of my favorite places on the internet and today Tim Urban joins me today to talk about his writing, his process, and his travels.
Every now and then we bring on someone who knows a lot more than us about a place. Welcome author Lily Ann Fouts to the podcast to share her vast knowledge on Ecuador!
I went to send this episode to someone, and realized it didn't exist! So here you have our recommendations for Asheville, NC. We liked it so much we visited twice last year!
Whitney Powell travels the world filming and producing adventure travel videos. She joins me today to chat about how she decided to take the leap to working for herself and talks about some of her favorite projects to date!
Travel pushes your comfort zone, and today Nate Menninger from The Pathfinder joins me to talk about his experiences stretching his limits and relying on the kindness of strangers.
If you've listened before, you'll remember me not being a big fan of London, but I've changed my tune quite a bit! Heather and I recount our favorite areas, foods, and things to do from our last three trips to London!
A collaboration with Jason and my other podcast, Location Indie. This week our 10 crazy awesome travel dreams that we hope to make reality!!
Sarah Tiedemann, author of Traveling with Baggage: A Guide for the Hesitant Hiker, has dealt with anxiety her whole life. Today she joins me to chat about her experiences traveling with anxiety.
When you go on holiday, you do the things you like to do. Turns out Bill Ker (Doc) really enjoys working out, so he started a tour company to do just that.
More than the food, the drinks, or the location, the best thing about Barcelona was the lifestyle. But the food and drinks were also awesome!
A stint in Dublin and a 6 day roadtrip around southwestern Ireland was enough for us to fall in love! Here's where we stayed, what we ate, and our favorite things to do on the Emerald Isle!
Lots of people think once you have one kid you can't travel, let alone 4 kids and a dog! Paul Kortman joins me today to share his family's experience taking on Mexico in an RV.
We're a bit early this year, but the planning's got to start! Here's a list of our top 7 destinations (and of course, honorable mentions) for 2017! Where will we go first?
Thinking over the best experiences from 2016 makes Heather and I very grateful. Join us as we reminisce over our top 18 experiences of last year.
Meals are all well and good, but we all know the drinks and desserts are what REALLY have us coming back for more! Check out our favorites this year in our "mini" episode!
Around here you know that traveling means finding some of the best food and drink out there whenever possible. Today we recount our top 22 meals of 2016. Let the salivating begin!
Every year we like to look back at our travel year and crunch the numbers. How many miles did we travel? How many places did we sleep? And then, of course, we have to figure out the best, the worst, and the most ridiculous of several aspects of our travels!
Today Jason Moore joins me as we share our super simple way to plan your goals for the new year. We look back at our success and failures, and discuss some of the awesome things to come in 2017.
Amanda Hathorn-Geary joins me today to share her vast experience working and traveling the world, on cruises!! We talk about the types of jobs available, how to get them, and the awesome perks that come with it.
Tim Leffel comes back to the podcast today to discuss breaking into the Travel Writing field and cheap places to live around the world!
Suzanne and Mitch Rutledge just finished up a 9 month, round the world trip, complete with their 8 year old son! Learn how they traveled as a family and some of the best tips they learned along the way.
Brent Underwood started his own hostel in Austin, Texas when the opportunity presented itself. Today he joins me to chat about his journey from travel junkie, to travel junkie with a hostel and some of the steps that that entailed.
We're thankful for a lot of things this year, and most of them were very unexpected! Join us for our annual chat about the things we're thankful for! P.S. You're on the list ;)
After scouring the globe, we reveal our 46 favorite gifts for travelers. From less than $4 to over $1,000, here are the best gifts for any budget and style. For pictures & links head to www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/gift
This year the Abroaders are partnering with Home for the Holidays to help people unable to be with their families for the holidays fly home using donations of Frequent Flyer miles. So if you've got miles to spare, or have been away from your family, have a listen and see if you can give/get one of the best presents ever.
Joining me today is S. Bedford the author of It's Only the Himalayas and Other Adventures of Miscalculation from an Overconfident Backpacker. With a title like that, we have plenty of travel mishaps to discuss on today's episode!
Nothing good happens after 2am - except the most epic experiences of your life!
Jon Levy explains how, by using science (yes, SCIENCE!) he went from being a nerd - before nerds were cool - to spending Thanksgiving at Kiefer Sutherland's house, hosting dinner parties for some of the world's most interesting people, and narrowly escaping death while running with the bulls.
Erin McNeaney from Never Ending Voyage joins me today to chat about how to travel with just a carry on, and what it was like to create a budget tracking app for travelers.
Join Heather and I as we delve into the best places to stay, the best things to do, and of course our favorite foods from Santorini, Greece!
After 2 months traveling through Norway, Georgia (the country!), Greece, England, and Scotland, we have a lot to recap! We discuss the best foods, accommodations, experiences, and our most surprising moment from the trip!
Stefan Loble is back on the podcast to talk to us about Bluffworks newest project, a blazer! We even detail how you can win your very own! Check out their kickstarter at : http://kck.st/2cPjhUw
When our list of things to do consists of mostly beaches, you know you've found a good relaxation spot. Join us as we chat about our time in Paros, Greece!
Georgia has quickly made it's way into my heart (probably through my stomach) and should be a country high on anyone's wanderlust list. Today we chat food, accommodations, and amazing scenery in the country of Georgia.
Only on the road can you run into situations like this. Remember the #1 travel rule, if you can take someone up on an invitation into their home? Do it.
Ever wondered why road trips are so awesome? Probably not cause you already knew it, but Jason & I are going to talk about it anyway!
Jason and I are back to talk some more about how awesome roadtrips are! We go through the top part of our list, and even match up on some of the numbers!
Author Tom Edwards has traveled the world on a shoestring, or perhaps a guitar string. He shares his tips for getting jobs on the road and some of his experiences as an ultra-budget traveler.
Mike & Suzie, from The Mike & Suzie show join me today to talk health and fitness on the road. How to keep routines/eat better when you're traveling, why diets are crap, and how there is no such thing as failing!
Fast or slow? There's pros and cons for traveling either way, and today Jason from Zero to Travel joins me for a quick debate!
Part 2 of our Destination Diary on Chicago where we talk about the public transit in Chicago, how it's the most bikeable city in the US, the sports scene, and the multitude of free things to do in the city!
Chicago is known as one of the best food cities in the world. And after to listening to the first half our our destination diary, you'll know why. With more food recommendations than any Destination Diary to date, we welcome listener Kevin to the show to discuss the wonders that Chicago has to offer.
There's a big difference between traveling on your own, and traveling with your spouse, friends, parents, siblings, etc. Today Heather, myself, and podcast favorite guest Napkins discuss those differences and the benefits of traveling on your own.
Sometimes when you get home from a trip, you get a little (or a lot) sad. We experience it too, and here's how we deal with the post travel blues.
Marcus and Feli, founders of the Digital Nomad Conference, talk about the unifying power of the location independent lifestyle, how they broke free of the 9-5, and what they believe the future looks like for digital nomads.
Gabby reveals how her Youtube channel went from 1,000 subscribers to 100,000 subscribers in less than a year, why her business model isn't based on what SHE wants, and how she handles internet trolls and hate mail.
Britany gives us the nitty gritty details on how to get freelance writing gigs, including a "secret tip" that will allow you to find freelance writing gigs for any magazine in the world.
Jacob drops "truth bombs" while telling you how it's possible to be successful AND follow your passion...and then urges everyone to play the "no game", which will radically rock your world.
Matt tells us why drinking Bloody Mary's at 11 am in the morning is his barometer for success and reveals his 4 step OSEM system for being a successful entrepreneur.
Carla tells us what it was like being one of the world's first digital nomads - eventhough she didn't know it at the time - and the secrets you need to know to be ultra successful as self published author.
Tim discusses the world's cheapest destinations, where you should travel RIGHT NOW to take advantage of a strong US dollar, and how he has been able to travel with a family for the last 20 years.
Join Ginger as she discusses how she was able to get the government to pay her to travel (what???) and how you too can take advantage of this and other "travel savvy" opportunities that many people don't know exist!
Nick and Gen discuss their AirBn"Bee" problem and how they are able to travel, live, and work as couplepreneurs...and the highs and lows of relationships on the road!
How Johnny went from being a broke scuba diving instructor to making $20k a month off affiliate income and how he finds digital nomads in cities all over the world.
Learn how Brian, as a college student, built one of the largest sites about soccer on the internet - and then why he walked away from it. Plus, his key for making sales without ever being "salesy."
This years Paradise Pack launches today, and in honor we're releasing three interviews with contributors to this years pack! Here we'll talk to Mish Slade from Mortified Cow and Making It Anywhere about how she built her businesses while traveling the world!
Show Notes: http://www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/233
The Paradise Pack: http://www.TheParadisePack.com
This years Paradise Pack launches today, and in honor we're releasing three interviews with contributors to this years pack! Here we'll talk to Ruth Sokup on how she built her blog LivingWellSpendingLess.com and her advice for anyone looking to make money from home!
Show Notes: http://www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/232
The Paradise Pack: http://www.TheParadisePack.com
This years Paradise Pack launches today, and in honor we're releasing three interviews with contributors to this years pack! Here we'll talk to Johnny FD about his journey to Location Independence and his advice to those of you looking to do the same!
Show Notes: http://www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/231
The Paradise Pack: http://www.TheParadisePack.com
Heather and I have been Location Independent for 4 years. Long before we even knew that was a thing to be. Today we share 27 lessons we've learned (or are still learning) along the way.
Show Notes: http://www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/230
It should be no surprise that Heather and I loved New Orleans. Check out some of our recommendations on where to eat, what to do, and where to stay in the big easy!
Show Notes: http://www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/229
Heather and I have rented AirBnB properties all over the world, but now we've decided to flip the equation and rent out our own home on AirBnB. We relay our experience as AirBnB hosts plus tell you how to price your property, create a good listing, and add the little touches so that you can successfully rent out your place (even if you don't live in a "hot" area) and make money while you travel.
Show Notes: http://www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/228
Heather and I are back from our amazing roadtrip, and today we're here to thank you guys for being so awesome, and talk about some of the places we visited along the way.
Show notes are available at http://www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/227
Nashville has quickly climbed the charts to one of our favorite cities in the USA. Today we discuss our favorite places to eat, drink, and listen to live music (they have more than just country!) as well as some of our favorite activities and an awesome money saving tip if you're traveling by car!
Get the shownotes @ http://www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/226
Jason joins me today to discuss our top cities around the USA. We'll do the first half of our favorite cities today on the EPoP Podcast, and you can check out part 2 over on Zero to Travel!
Geneviève and Nicolas from The Great Anomaly join Heather and I today to talk about what it means to be couplepreneurs.
Travis and Heather discuss why they have (almost) no plans for their upcoming roadtrip, how you can help pick where they go and what they do, what their essential items are, and why this is getting back to their travel roots.
I recently returned from a trip to Israel and was blown away by how incredible it was. Today, guest favorite Napkins is back to interview me about my experiences in Israel, why I think it's the most fascinating country in the world and my unintentional digital sabbatical!
Brian is biking Around America. Not across. The difference? About 9,000.00 miles. Tune in to listen to Brian as we run through the details of his trip, from planning, to the money he's raised for charity, to some of the awesome stats he's been keeping along the way.
I recently had the good fortune to travel to Israel with Nir and Guy, the founders of Puzzle Israel. And had some of my favorite travel experiences. We chat about our trip and the creation of Puzzle Israel.
Today Heather and I each countdown our top 10 travel destinations. Included are places that have been on our list for years. Others have only been on there for 2 weeks. What can I say? I'm easy to convince!
We finally got around to it! Here is a Destination Diary on Japan, yes, the entire country! Food, places to visit, good places to stay, and lots of cheap travel tips.
The list continues in today's episode. Find out what my (current) favorite city is! And check out our new podcast!
Nick Hersh joins me again to discuss the Top 10 cities in the world. For now anyways! I reserve the right to change my mind!
Everyone loves to eat, especially me. Today my buddy Nick Hersch and I discuss our top 5 countries in Europe for food!
The top ten travel questions Googled in 2015 aren't at all what we were expecting. We try to answer them anyways!
Today my guests help me answer an important question that I don't have much insight to, personally. Should you travel solo? What are the benefits vs. traveling with a friend or loved one? How do you meet people on the road?
Today Jason from Zero to Travel, Jackie from Budget Minded Traveler, and Nathaniel from The Daily Travel Show join me to ask each other questions about travel! We discuss food, offices, whether we actually enjoy flying, and a ton more! Get ready for some good stories!
Fabian returns to chat about his time working on the Startup Diaries, and driving his company around South America while he did it. We also chat about working more efficiently, not harder, and ask a very important question, what will you do with your freedom?
Fabian Dittrich joins me to talk about his journey from having Malaria to running his own company from the road. We discuss making decisions based on the story you'll be able to tell later, why he's thankful he got malaria, and thoughts on traditional job advice.
Nate Buchanan talks about his incredible 15-day mileage run in airplanes and airports from South America to Asia, and why he considers this 92,000-mile business class trip an investment.
From hot air balloon rides over ancient temples to self-guided food tours of back alley stalls, here are our top 24 experiences of 2015 - including a few that will surprise you!
From street side stalls in Thailand and taco trucks in Austin to gourmet restaurants in Sedona and Cape Town, here are our 20 best meals of 2015...plus our favorite beers, wines, and coffees!
In Part 1 of our 2015 Year in Review we give you all our stats - how many miles we traveled, how many places we stayed, and other fun facts. Then, we give our best and worst of each, from our favorite accommodations to our biggest travel mishap.
Danny Flood is back to discuss some of the main ideas of his newest novel, Hack Sleep. Along with balancing work & travel, the Open World Magazine, and a new IndieGoGo project!
Author Danny Flood joins me to talk about starting your own business, his #1 secret for launching a hit book on Amazon, and the importance of 1,000 true fans.
Travel meltdowns happen. Even to the best of us. Today Jason from Zero to Travel and Napkins (fan favorite!) share a couple of the meltdowns that happened on the road. Check out the Zero to Travel podcast to hear mine and Heathers!
Have a traveler in your life? Want to know what to spend some of your holiday money on? Here are a ton of awesome gifts for those travelers in your life (or for yourself!) Visit http://www.extrapackofpeanuts.com/gifts for links to each product!
Heather and I chat about the 14 things that we are amazingly thankful for this year. Including you! Thanks for listening!
Leon joins to talk more in depth about his experiences filming Karun: Misadventures on Iran's Longest River. Today we talk about cost, preparation, and how filming can change the trip.
Leon McCarron, one of the adventurers of this journey (and previous podcast guest!) joins us today to chat about what he's been up to in the last 150 episodes, how he has managed to make "adventurer" his job title, and his journey through Iran that led to the creation of Karun!
Today we look at some broad strokes of visiting Japan. We share some the etiquette we learned during our time there, as well as our favorite tips for cheap transportation, accommodation options, and, of course, food!
It's been a while, but we finally recorded an episode about teaching English in Japan, or anywhere else for that matter!
The Grand Canyon is an amazing site, and today's podcast is recorded from it's very edge. Heather and I are incredibly thankful for the decisions that landed us here and to all of you for making it possible!
Bryan Petro returns today to talk more about CorkSharing, his recommendations on places to visit around the world, and a spicy travel mishap!
Bryan Petro joins us today to talk about his experiences expanding the sharing economy to boats, and one of Heather's favorites, wine!
I have a new favorite city, and today Heather and I are gonna tell you all about it! From transportation to food and wine, we have a ton of recommendations for you!
Today Heather and I take turns drawing travel quirks out of a hat and it's up to you to guess which one of us it applies to! What can we say? We're weird.
Scott was truly one of the most inspiring, energetic, and enthusiastic people I know, and I recorded this podcast to help others who may be grieving from the loss of a loved one and also to inspire people by discussing the 4 biggest lessons I've learned from Scott over the years.
Sherry Ott joins me for part 2 of our interview where we discuss the founding of Meet, Plan, Go and the importance of having a home base.
On the (almost) 9 year anniversary of starting her journey, Sherry Ott of Meet Plan Go! joins me to talk about taking a career break to travel, why it's benificial, and some tips on how to make it happen!
I managed to break my frugal tendencies to take an amazing trip to Kenya. And I don't regret a second of it.
Jacob of Sensophy.com returns today to chat about how money is an excuse for deeper fears, fear vs. growth mindsets, and how his business model has changed in the last year to allow him to reach the next evolution of his business!
We bring back Jacob Sokol of Sensophy.com to tell us what he's been up to in the year since he's been on the podcast! We chat about mentors, making sustainable change, and the best time for decision making and much more!
Jim returns in part two to share some more information about how a Home Exchange works, how you can search for places to exchange that fit your passions, and quite a "rockin" travel mishap!
The president of HomeExchange.com joins me to share some awesome information about how home exchange works, and the awesome connections that can be the result!
Today we go over the crazy amount of things we did in Switzerland that weren't in last weeks episode. Who knew you could fit SO MUCH stuff into 10 days?
Heather and I are back from a whirlwind trip through Switzerland filming a television special that you helped us win! Tune in to hear about the crazy adventure you sent us on; there are impromptu yodeling lessons, charismatic locals, and so much more!
Jared Brock is back today to talk about some of the crazy adventures he experienced on his journey to live prayerfully for a year. Also included are some tips on how to become a minimalist, and a crazy travel mishap with a happy ending!
Jared Brock is a world traveler who has done some crazy things. He fights human trafficking as co-founder of Hope for the Sold. Join us to learn about his adventures making documentaries and walking on hot coals!
Heather, Napkins, and I discuss some our top 7 tracks (each) that are must haves for roadtrips! From the old to the new, there's something for everyone!
We continue our car recording journey with 18 essential items for any of your upcoming roadtrips!
Heather and I take a little time during our current roadtrip to discuss some roadtrips that we love, or would love to do around the United States during the summer!
In this episode, our friend Dave Atkins, or "Napkins", interviews us about our upcoming Lights, Camera, Switzerland television pilot!
Adam is the founder of a global organization that builds schools in underdeveloped countries. Today he joins us to talk about the beginnings of Pencils of Promise and how travel has changed his life.
Stefan Loble, founder of Bluffworks, returns today to discuss his favorite places to travel (an absolute shocker), great tips for traveling like a local, and why he bought a wet newspaper for $40.
In today's episode, Stefan Loble, founder of Bluffworks, discusses why he trekked through the jungle with no shoes, how his hatred for doing laundry lead to him starting a business, and what to do when you don't have the skills to do something.
Jason returns today to discuss the creation of Phroogal.com, the difference between penny pinching and spending consciously, and how you might be able to catch them on tour!
Jason Vitug from Phroogal.com joins us to talk about his experiences traveling, and how it changed his life, making the decision to leave a job you actually like (!), and how he became royalty, quite by accident.
Jasper Ribbers joins us for the final session of the Paradise Pack Sessions with some information on renting out your apartment on AirBnB! If you're interested in learning more, check out the Paradise Pack at www.TheParadisePack.com!
Our next to last session is with Caz Makepeace from the Y Travel Blog If you're interested in getting a copy of the Paradise Pack, make sure to head over to www.TheParadisePack.com!
Longtime friend of the show Sean Keener of BootsnAll fame joins us for this next part of the Paradise Pack Sessions. If you're interested in getting the Paradise Pack, make sure to head over to www.TheParadisePack.com!
We continue the awesomness with Sherry Ott, founder of Meet, Plan, Go and Ottsworld! If you're interested in getting the Paradise Pack, join us over at www.TheParadisePack.com
Tim Leffel from Cheap Living Abroad joins us to talk about becoming an ex-pat and living abroad for a fraction of the price. If you're interested in the Paradise Pack, head on over to www.TheParadisePack.com!
A short interview with Jesse Krieger, the Lifestyle Entrepreneur conducted during the Paradise Pack Livecast Party. If you're interested in getting the Paradise Pack, make sure to head over to www.TheParadisePack.com
We kick off today's Paradise Pack Sessions with some awesome friends of ours, Nat & Jodie from Housesitting Academy. If you're interested in checking out the Paradise Pack, head over to www.TheParadisePack.com
Today's replay of the Paradise Pack Livecast concludes with Benny Lewis, the Irish Polyglot who speaks over 10 languages! If you're interested come check out www.TheParadisePack.com
The Paradise Pack Livecast Party continued with Dave Lee from Travel Blog Success. If you're interested, visit us over at www.TheParadisePack.com!
The Paradise Pack Livecast Party continues with Adam Seper from Bootsnall! If you're interested, visit us over at www.TheParadisePack.com!
The Paradise Pack Livecast Party kicks off with Sean Ogle of Location 180! If you're interested, visit us over at www.TheParadisePack.com!
In the second part of our interview with Dave from Oventure Travel Gear we discuss how on earth you even start getting a physical product made, Oventure's dedication to donating to Pencils of Promise, and a recommendation for the best beignets in New Orleans.
Today Dave from Odventure Travel Gear joins me to talk about his start as an entrepreneur, why he chose to start with travel gear, and how great packing cubes can be!
Jason and I list out 14 great practical hacks that will allow you to travel for as long as you wish! From 1 month trips to becoming a permanent nomad, if you like to travel, this is a great episode for you!
Today Jason and I break down some great mental hacks that can help you head off on your travel dream, and keep things interesting while you're gone! Also, enter to win a free Tortuga Backpack!
From the streets of Portland and diners of America to cafes of Italy and the alleys of Chiang Mai, Heather and Jason list their 16 best coffee experiences from around the world while Travis tries to figure out why people love this weird brown liquid.
In part 2 of this interview with Eytan the Snarky Nomad we discuss travel gear. From clothes to technology Eytan has a minimalist answer to all of your packing woes! We also discuss looking good while you travel and using your phone as your main camera while on the road.
Eytan from SnarkyNomad.com joins me today to discuss how he fell in love with travel, why he became obsessed with travel gear, and why explaining red solo cups to an Australian is part of the reason he keeping going back to travel, again and again.
Brendan is back for Part 2 of our interview. In this portion we talk about freedom, and how awesome it is, why everyone should adventure in their hometown, even if it's just for a new taco place, and the reason everyone should carry a spoon when they travel.
Brendan Leonard from Semi-rad.com joins me today to discuss how he got into the outdoor lifestyle, how taking a conference call from his smelly car changed his life, and the reality behind the concept of security.
Evo is back again for part 2 of this awesome interview. Today we talk about how to find out if this lifestyle is for you, relationships on the road, and of course, the evil that are duck feathers?
Evo Terra from the Opportunistic Travelers joins me today as we talk about leaving the default lifestyle behind and taking your life in new directions through travel. Part 1 of a 2 part interview.
I discusses the strategy and secrets behind opening multiple credit cards in one day to earn tons of miles and points and then helps Jason plan his own app-o-Rama.
What were the most popular questions about travel in 2014? Google knows the answer. Today Heather presents the top 10 travel questions Googled last year and see's what advice I have to give!
Leon Logothetis is well aware of the power of kindness on the road, and has spent more than one crazy trip relying on the kindness of strangers to get him through.
We give a lot of advice on this podcast? But do we follow it? Today Heather and I discuss the planning of our 2 month trip around the United States, and how we apply some of our advice to save money on domestic travel.
Africa is a continent filled with mystery...and misconceptions. Today, Trav sits down with his brother Cody to discuss what life is REALLY like living in Africa and also recount a hilarious travel mishap that includes tap dancing shoes, a trip to Turkey, and lots of sobbing.
Heather and I have spent more time in Chiang Mai than anywhere in the world except Philly. So today we run down some of the best places to eat, sleep, adventure, and get custom suits in this amazing city.
Both Heather and I love sweets, and not just for dessert. Today we talk about our favorite sweet treats from all around the world including, ice cream, peanuts, (we did get an extra pack of them after all...) and so much more.
After eating food from all over the globe, Travis and Heather reveal the 20 best meals they've eaten, ranging from $1 meals at street stalls to seven course dinners at 5 star restaurants.
When you're on the road, it can be hard to make your money stretch if you're afraid of the street food. In today's episode Heather and I discuss our 18 rules for making sure you get great, cheap food while you travel!
Today Heather and I return to finish up our list of the 20 most beautiful buildings in the world. From the cliche to the forgotten this episode is full of amazing places to visit.
Today Heather and I were inspired by a beautiful building in Yangon, Myanmar to compile a list of our 20 favorite buildings all over the world. Check out our honorable mentions and the first 5 off each of our lists here!
Despite all our planning, we arrived in Myanmar a little unsure of what exactly we'd be spending our time on. Today Heather and I recount a couple of our freakout moments during our time in Burma, and how we moved past them to finally enjoy our time abroad.
Allan Karl spent 3 years on the road, so when he came home it was a bit of a shock. From the glare of supermarket choices to the decision to self-publish a book about his travels we chat about his journeys once he returned to the United States.
Allan Karl visited over 30 countries on his 3 year long motorcycle journey around the world. Today we finally connected to chat about some of his more stressful moments along the way.
Everything you need to know about trekking in Nepal - from what route to take, how to hire a guide, what to pack, and everything in between...from someone who has done it.
When you're traveling some of the best moments often come when you meet, and spend time with, the local people. Today Jason, Heather, and I talk about our 6 favorite experiences meeting locals from our travels.
Sometimes you end up in businesses you never would have considered. Today we talk with Nate Buchanan about his journey into the world of printing, and how his company, Peanut Butter Printing, is helping to save the world.
Nate and his wife went on a whirlwind trip through Europe and South East Asia using mostly points and miles. What sparked their trip? A mistake fare! Check out this episode to learn some of Nate's best advice on how to plan your first big trip and save money while doing it.
Mike Spencer Bown has been on the road for 23 years and has some of the best travel stories you'll ever hear. From impersonating a UN security officer to cannibals and killer bees to rave parties this is an episode you won't want to miss.
When travel becomes your life, sometimes it can get a little tiring. It may sound absurd, but travel burnout is a real thing and today Jason, Heather, and myself sit down to a roundtable discussion on the topic.
Ever wanted to go on vacation, but didn't want to spend hours and hours making decision and planning all the details? Well now you don't have to. Denise from Magical Mystery Tours joins me today to talk about her business booking secret vacations for people all over the globe.
Trav and Jason break down their 10 general rules for getting cheap flights- like which days of the week are the cheapest to fly and how to "trick the computer" - and then reveal the 8 step process they go through each time they book a flight to ensure they are always getting the cheapest prices.
When is the best time to travel to a location? Peak season? Off season? Shoulder season? Today Jason joins me as we discuss the benefits of traveling off season, from lower prices to smaller crowds and some of our favorite off season destinations around the world.
Relationships on the road are entirely different. Facebook and Instagram only capture those amazing smiling moments, but the reality can be a little more varied. Today Jason interviews Heather and I as we talk about how we work things out on the road.
Paris is one of the most expensive cities in the world to visit as a tourist. But Heather had her heart set on visiting, so we found a way to do it cheap(er). Listen to find out our money saving tips for the city of love!
Today, Heather and Trav discuss their tips and tricks for how to plan and organize a trip - from picking your destination to how they research "on the ground" and what locals are the best for authentic advice.
We're back today to finish off our list of the top 14 travel experiences of 2014. From getting locked into a cage with a bunch of rabid sports fans to the beautiful lanterns of Yee Ping this year has been full of amazing experiences.
In this episode, Trav and Heather countdown their travel experiences from 2014, including racing up waterfalls in Thailand and making homemade pizza in Italy.
27 hours on planes is enough to drive anyone mad! Today Heather joins me to talk about our recent long haul flight experience and some of the steps we took to make our journey as comfortable as possible.
In a digital age, we're sometimes a little too attached. Today we bring back friend and co-host Jason Moore who is just back from a one month digital sabbatical to share his experiences.
In this episode of The Extra Pack of Podcast, Jason Lewis of Expedition360 joins me to talk about one of the most amazing feats in travel history, going around the entire world using just human power.
In the inaugural episode, Trav discusses why he started Extra Pack of Peanuts, where the site name came from, and why he has decided to start a podcast.
In this episode, Trav answers some of the most frequently asked questions about frequent flyer miles so that you can start understanding them, earning them and traveling for free.
In this episode of the Extra Pack of Peanuts Travel Podcast, Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle joins me to discuss a variety of travel topics, including why he allows strangers to pick which country he will move to every 4 months, how being an idiot abroad is a positive thing, and why he currently has only 70 items to his name.
One of our favorite things to do while we're traveling is to rent apartments. Being in cool neighborhoods, with more space, for less money - what's not to love? Heather joins me today to talk about our experiences renting apartments and some tips and tricks to help you save money on your travels!
We’ve scoured the globe for the perfect gifts for travelers and now reveal our 33 favorites for 2014. From less than $10 to over $1,000, we’ve picked out travel gifts that fit in any budget. So start shopping, and happy holidays!
Accounts of Bali vary wildly, is it cheap or expensive? The truth is it can be either, but here are our experiences doing Bali for cheap. From accommodations to food and activities, we break down the real price of travel in Bali.
Today I share with you the top 15 travel websites that I love, and use all the time to plan out our travels around the world. From finding flights and train travel to accommodations and recommendations on what to do, these websites have got you covered.
Today I bring back Robb Hillman and David McMullin to share their experiences in Guatemala with all of us, so that we too can fall in love with this seemingly beautiful country. We talk about some of the best sites to see, including Tikal, active volcanoes, and caves best seen by candlelight.
Heather and Trav reveal their 14 golden rules for carrying money when traveling - from what bank accounts reimburse your ATM fees overseas and don't charge a percentage, when and where to convert your money, how much cash you should have you at all times, and everything else to help ensure you don't get ripped off.
Scott Manning from TwelveCountries.com joins us today to talk about his year abroad with his wife and baby. We talk about the places they've visited so far, how much it's cost them, and some great advice for saving money on the road.
People seem to think that kids = the end of your traveling. Scott Manning from TwelveCountries.com disagrees, and joins us to talk about his experience traveling the world with an infant.
Sailing was something that interested Bo, but he'd never done. So of course, he bought a sailboat and made it his goal to sail around the world. I mean really, what else was there to do?
To celebrate this holiday of thanks Heather joins me to discuss some things that we're thankful for this year, some of which were completely unexpected. We also lay out some of the best podcasts for you to queue up for any long travel days coming over the weekend!
Rob and Dave joins us again today to share their experiences on their current open-ended trip. From where they've been to where they're going, how they've saved money on accommodations, and some deep thoughts on stepping out of the cave, they're sure to teach us all a little something about life and travel.
Longtime EpoP Readers and Listeners share their strategies for saving money for their long term trips around the world! All those excuses to not travel, they had them, and they overcame them and you can too!
Getting sick while you travel can be terrible, but don't let it ruin your trip! Here are 8 tips and tricks that we've learned, from experience, to be helpful when you're far from home and need medical attention.
How do you find the travel sweet spot between comfort, convenience, and cost?
Over the last 4 years, that answer has changed for us - dramatically.
Today Heather joins me as we talk about the aspects of our travel that have changed and why, and we coin a new term - Travpacking!
We get asked how we can travel so often all the time. The secret? Cheap travel destinations. Today we go in depth into how much it costs to visit Thailand, from accommodations to $1 dinners (no, we're not kidding) we cover everything you'll need to know to start planning your trip!
Alex Owumi found himself trapped in his apartment building during the Arab Spring for several weeks. This is the story of his escape from Libya and his struggles getting back to a "normal" life.
Alex Owumi had no idea when he accepted a contract to play in Libya that he'd be playing for a team owned by Qaddafi. He also had no idea that he would end up trapped in his penthouse apartment, eating bugs, while the Arab Spring raged on the streets below.
Nick joins Trav once again and they countdown the Top 10 European cities to visit during the winter.
Steve and Vali got the book deal, but now they had to actually go on the trip. After buying a ridiculously priced bottle of Scotch they set out on an adventure around the world, meeting people, having general misunderstandings, and, of course, breaking the rules. Then once they were finished, they had to write about it!
Comedy writers Steve Hely and Vali Chandrasekaran join Trav to discuss The Ridiculous Race, who cheated right off the bat (and why), and the interesting tactic they used to score a book deal from a major publisher before The Race even began.
Heather joins me today as we describe one of the most underrated ways to travel more and spend less- budget airlines. Everything from how to find them, the pros and cons, and even sneaking on your overweight baggage.
In part II of this interview with readers Chris & Tiffany we learn more about their crazy honeymoon and how they're able to save money on their travels. We chat about where they've been, where they're going, their money saving strategies, and hear about some crazy mishaps that have happened along the way.
Today I bring on long time listeners, and now EPoP team members, Chris and Tiffany to talk about their experiences deciding to become location independent and making their dream of a year long backpacking honeymoon a reality. Our very first EPoP listener success story!
You're getting ready to head out on your trip. But what do you need to do to prepare? No need to fret, Heather and I are here to list out the 24 items you want to be sure to have in order before you leave on your amazing trip!
Percy Fawcett, one of the world's most famous explorers, set out in 1925 to find the “Lost City of Z” and was never seen again. 80 years later, David Grann decided to find out the truth about Fawcett and Z, and he shares his incredible adventure with us today.
Author David Grann joins us today to talk about some of his craziest adventures in search of the story; from being stuck in the middle of a hurricane at sea while searching for a Giant Squid to the beginnings of his pursuit of Percy Fawcett and the Lost City of Z.
Now that he's proven he's not superhuman, Dave Cornthwaite tells us about his his epic Expedition 1000 project; what it is, which legs were the hardest, how he plans and packs for each, and what's next on his list.
No matter how hard I try, I can't get these British adventurers to admit that they're superhuman, and Dave Cornthwaithe is no different.Today he convinces us that he's just a regular human by telling us about his journey from a couch potato to world class adventurer.
Today we discuss a location near and dear to our hearts. Our home town, Philadelphia! From the best places to eat (and yes, the best cheesesteaks) to the greatest museums for those of you traveling with kids it's all here! Come visit us!
Yesterday we gave our Top 8 books about travel, and today we're back with the other 13 books on our list. If you like to read, and love to travel, these are some books that should definitely make it to your bookshelf.
While I'm not traveling (and even when I am) I like to spend my free time READING about travel. Because you really just can't get enough. Nick joins me today while we discuss the first part of our list of top 20 books on travel.
Want to make money renting out your apartment or home while you travel, but don't know how you feel about it? Charlie Grosso joins us to talk about her experiences renting out her New York apartment while she travels the world.
Charlie Grosso of CharlieGrosso.com joins me today to talk about running a brick and mortar business while still living a location independent lifestyle, the Mongol Rally and the idea of security while traveling and working for yourself. This is part 1 of a 2 part interview.
Heather joins me to discuss every travelers worst enemy. Jetlag. Our best tips on how to avoid it,
Last week we let the cat out of the bag and let you all know how uncool Jason and I really are. This week we cinch the deal and discuss our favorite "touristy" travel destinations around the world.
What's so different about traveling as a couple? Well for one thing, spending all that time with just one person can lead to a lot of tension on the road. Especially long term. Married with Luggage founders join us today to talk about their best advice for couples on the road.
Married with Luggage founders Warren and Betsy Talbot join us to talk about their journey to becoming location independent and the considerations when looking for a home base for your travels.
Within 2 hours of landing in Italy, if it could go wrong, it did. And the worst part was, most of it could have been avoided! I guess not even us "pros" are exempt from the little travel mishaps.
Today we discuss our best tips and tricks for sticking to some semblance of a workout routine & diet while traveling abroad.
Jason and I throw away all preconceived notions of our coolness and tell you the top 14 touristy activities that we've engaged in on our travels.
Fred Perotta, founder of Tortuga Backpacks joins me today to give out some seriously awesome tips on packing for your upcoming trips!
Jason and I finish up our list of 21 ways to save money when looking for a place to stay while you travel.
Today Jason joins me as we discuss the first 10 of our 21 ways to save accommodations master list. Timeless strategies that can help anyone find cheaper digs anywhere in the world!
Ever wonderded what it's really like to be a location independant professional? Today Jason and I discuss the realities behind being a digital nomad.
Today my good friend Nick Hersh joins us to talk about his experiences in the Foreign Service as a U.S. Diplomat and gives advice to those of us interested in pursing this avenue of working abroad.
Today Heather and I talk about one of our favorite countries in the world, Portugal! Where to go, what to do, and the best places to eat and drink!
Byron Go joins Trav to discuss why he stopped living "the Netflix life", his decision to trade in his apartment to live in a van, and why he's never been happier.
Ever wondered how to use all those mile and points you've accumulated? Here's a great place to get started. Check out the awesome resources and join in the conversation over at www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/awardtickets.
Which coast is the best coast? Let the battle rage on as Heather and Trav go head to head in an attempt to determine which is better, the East Coast or the West Coast.
In this episode, Trav brings his twin Gale back on the podcast to tell you the best things to do, see, and eat in Santiago and the surrounding area of Galicia (including where to find the best sangria)!
In this episode, Trav brings on his twin sister (who just so happens to live in Santiago de Compostela) to discuss everything people should know about hiking The Camino, the world's most famous pilgrimage.
What's better than having all the conveinces of home while you're away? Getting them for free. Heather and I just finished a wonderful housesit in beautiful Breckenridge, Colorado and we have some tips and tricks that'll help you get your first housesit that we're dying to share. If you want to see the show notes and join in the conversation please visit www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/HouseSittingFAQS
Today Jason and I discuss our top 14 most beautiful places on earth. From places you can't even pronounce (don't worry, we can't either) to locations that might be just a drive away we travel the world with our choices. And after this episode you'll be yearning to travel too. Join in the conversation and tell us the most beautiful places you've been by going to www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/BeautifulSpots
Everyone always thinks that travel is all beautiful vistas and delicious foods, but those of us that travel know the truth. Sometimes mishaps occur during our travels, even to those of us who do it all the time! Join Heather and I while we chat about some of our most serious travel mishaps and be sure to leave your own over at www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/mishaps.
Today we have Rob from Making It Anywhere to chat about how he and Mish (his wife and business partner) started their journey to becoming digital nomads through Fiverr and Elance before slowly moving their way up the digital ladder to bigger projects and income streams. Be sure to listen in for great tips on where to start, how to get past the feeling of not having any skills, and creating your very own digital business. Join the conversation over at www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/Anywhereist.
In this week's Destination Diary we tackle on of our favorite US Cities, Portland! From excellent beer to delicious coffee, the best ice cream in the world, and amazing food carts around every corner Portland is a dream come true. Join in the conversation and tell us about your favorite places in Portland by visitingwww.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/DesinationPortland
Today we have the Planetwalker, John Francis, on the podcast to talk about his 22 year journey not riding in motorized vehicles, and 17 year vow of silence. With some hilarious stories, some heartfelt moments, and some wisdom along the way, we find that maybe crazy isn't as bad as people think. Join the conversation and help the Planetwalk cause by heading over to www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/planetwalker
This week Jason and I get together to chat about our top 12 sporting events. We chat about Japanese baseball tournaments, WWE, skiing, caged fan sections at soccer games, the Kentucky Derby, and more!
Join in the conversation and tell us YOUR favorite sporting events over at www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/sports
Trav and Heather reveal the 20 items they always bring with them on a flight to ensure that, no matter how long it is, it's as enjoyable as possible.
Remember folks: An 8 hour flight without headphones = TORTURE!
Today we have Bruce Poon Tip, founder of G Adventures, on the podcast to talk about his best advice for entrepreneurs and travelers. We discuss what it takes to run such a large company and how it grew to become one, how travel changes you, and why group travel is really awesome. Join the conversation and see the show notes over at www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/GAdventuresPodcast
This week's destination diary focuses on the state of Colorado. With Jason as our co-host and Colorado local we cover the best cities, how to visit all the national parks for cheap, great ski spots, delicious food, and of course, great beer. To join the conversation and for links & maps of all the places we discuss in this weeks episode join us over at : www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/destinationColorado
Today I'm joined by Ethan Waldman of TheTinyHouse.net where he talks about his experiences building and living in a tiny house. We chat about what made him decide to build a tiny house, how much it cost him, and the great rewards of living small. For more information and links to resources on tiny houses please join the conversation over at www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/tinyhouse.
What are the strangest foods you've had? Today Jason and I talk about our top 10 weirdest foods, ranging from Cambodia to Norway, Montenegro, Japan, and even my very own home! Join the conversation over at www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/weirdestfoods and let us know the strangest thing you've ever eaten!
This weeks Reader Questions focus around your top 5 credit card questions. Today Jason joins me as we delve in depth into these very commonly asked questions and unravel some of the mystery surrounding your credit score, what miles you should collect, and where to start in the travel hacking game.
To get links from this weeks episode and for more information on credit cards and travel hacking check out www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/CreditCardQuestions
One of the most complicated aspects of planning a trip can be the process of getting a visa. From hard to understand terminology to demands that don't fit your schedule, researching visas is always stressful.
Today, visa experts Steve Gempler and Peter Gulas from AlliedPassport.com to clear up some of the mysteries surrounding passports and visas and answer all the most commonly asked questions.
Croatia is a land of beautiful beaches, well preserved historical sites, and delicious fried calamari.
In today's episode Heather and I take a look back at our 3 weeks in Eastern Europe, most noteably, the time they spent on the Dalmation Coast of Croatia from Split to Dubrovnik.
From walking the walls of a historical city to exploring abandoned resorts and delicious mini pizzas to giant meat platters, this episode is a great overview of the sights and tastes of Croatia. We'll share some of the best places we stayed, ate, and adventured and make you long for the clear waters and brilliant views that make up the Dalmation Coast.
To see some of our favorite restaurants and accomodations visit the blog page for this episode at www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/destinationCroatia for links and more!
A.J. Jacobs is a NY Times Bestseller, editor at Esquire, and a professional human guinea pig.
A.J. takes on these personal experiments in what he calls “extreme self improvement” and documents his struggles (and successes) in his books.
Keeping life fun and exciting through these personal challenges is exactly the reason that I wanted AJ to come on the show and share his experiences with us all.
AJ talks to us today about how he started on this journey to self-experiementation (hint: it involves the Academy Awards), how his family handles some of his more extreme projects, and his newest project that you can be a part of!
We're reminded that our changes don't all have to be huge, that viewing the world from another's point of view is always a good use of time, and the ideas are the lifeblood of entrepreneaurs.
Make sure to check out the site for A.J.'s next project : GlobalFamilyReunion.com so you can help him with his next project. You and A.J. are cousins after all, and family helps out family!
Check out more links & notes from the episode at www.ExtraPackofPeanuts.com/aj-jacobs
Jason and I get together this week to talk about one of our favorite subjects. Beer. We take the time to list out our 8 favorite breweries each (for a total of 16 awesome places to visit) and let you know just why each one made our list.
Jason and I breakdown all the important factors in picking the right backpack, from getting the right size, figuring out your straps, and how to make sure you don't have to pull everything out each time you want to find a pair of socks. We also offer recommendations on which ones you should buy...and which ones you shouldn't.
Sasha Martin discusses why she decided to dedicate over 3 years of her life to cooking a meal from every single country (all 195), reveals some of her favorite recipes, and lays down a challenge to all listeners, called #EPoPCooks. You won't want to miss this amazing story!
India is an assault on the senses, a country of amazing colors, contrasts, and mostly, confusion. And a country that can't begin to understand until after you've been there, and one you won't fully understand afterwards. In today's episode,Heather and I break down their three week adventure through India, telling you their favorite places they stayed, ate, and experiences they had.
Jacob Sokol from Sensophy joins Trav to discuss how one travel experience transformed him from living the fast life in NYC with the good job, great apartment, and even the motorcycle to someone who is now on a quest for deeper meaning and greater connections.