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Joining me today are two people who took a life changing leap of faith to pursue their dreams. Claire and James Young are UK-expats who sold their physical possessions at home in Kelowna, Canada in order to drive around the world in a truck and camper.

They are the crew behind This Big Road Trip, a website and social media account created to document this epic endeavour. Claire and James share insights on acquiring and preparing a vehicle up to the task for this ambitious undertaking, memorable experiences along the way and what their future holds as the journey continues.

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On this episode we covered:

Their backstory of developing a lifelong love affair with travel
How they initially discovered overlanding through a truck and trailer
Why overlanding is like “backpacking on wheels”
Why a Dodge Ram 3500 was their only vehicle of choice for the job
How they found and modified their truck for a road trip around the world
How they customized the camper for both comfort and durability
The reactions of locals when they encounter each other for the first time
How telemedicine allows Claire the flexibility to work remotely as a doctor
Volunteering with an NGO clinic on the Colombia – Venezuela border
Can’t-miss destinations and favourite experiences so far
The country that pleasantly surprised them the most
Their general travel plans for the future
And much more!

Where to find Claire and James:

Website: https://thisbigroadtrip.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisbigroadtrip/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thisbigroadtrip/

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Joining me today are two people whose accomplishments I admire and respect. Kristy Shen and Bryce Leung are ex-software engineers from Toronto who achieved financial freedom and retired early in their 30’s to travel the world.

They are the writers behind Millennial Revolution, an educational blog on investing strategies and world travels. They are also authors of a newly released personal finance book “Quit like a Millionaire.” Kristy and Bryce share lessons learned from their FIRE journey, their travel experiences in the Galapagos Islands and what it means to leave a legacy.

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On this episode we covered:

Their backstory of discovering FIRE while working full time in Toronto
How home country or home city bias prevent people from pursuing a better life
The underrated and best value-for-money travel spots around the world
The awesome country that’s cheekily named the “G-spot of Europe.”
The importance of travel for motivation and rejuvenation
The three biggest costs people need to optimize
How to save money while travelling abroad
How to use a VPN to save money on airline tickets
Travelling around the Galapagos Islands
Why the Galapagos Islands is such a special place
The mindset to overcome financial obstacles and setbacks
The importance of meeting mentors and like-minded partners to reach FI
The Chautauqua FIRE Retreat and what a day looks like
And much more!

Resources Mentioned:

Chautauqua Financial Retreat - https://www.fichautauqua.com

“Quit Like a Millionaire” by Kristy Shen & Bryce Leung (Amazon Affiliate Link)

Where to find Kristy and Bryce:

Website: https://www.millennial-revolution.com

Email: firecracker.revolution@gmail.com

Follow Gary on IG: https://www.instagram.com/garyli.io/

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Quit Like a Millionaire: No Gimmicks, Luck, or Trust Fund Required

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Joining me today is someone who I consider to be a modern-day renaissance man. Calvin Sun is an Asian-American ER doctor, entrepreneur and world traveller living in New York City. Calvin is also the founder of the Monsoon Diaries, a travel blog and “tour company for people who hate group tours.” He shares his thoughts and experiences on travelling to countries typically thought to be “dangerous,” how his blog post on a famous North Korean hotel caused controversy and went viral, as well as the one country you must visit in your lifetime.

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On this episode we covered:

Why travelling to “dangerous” countries is actually safer than living in a city like NYC
Why you should visit “unstable” countries first
Why he’s the “worst tour guide in the world”
The value of an authentic travel adventure
What it was like to visit North Korea
What it was like to stay at the famous Yanggakdo Hotel in Pyongyang
How he discovered the “secret” 5th floor of the Yanggakdo Hotel
How his blog article went viral and attracted controversy
How he dealt with a medical crisis 50,000 at feet in the air
The one country in the world everyone must visit in their lifetime
Why three weeks is the minimum amount of time to explore this country
And much more!

Articles Mentioned:

“Creepy North Korea: The Hidden 5th Floor” (Monsoon Diaries)

“The Untold Story of Otto Warmbier, American Hostage” (GQ)

Where to find Calvin:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monsoondiaries/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monsoondiaries/

Website: https://monsoondiaries.com

Email: Calvin@monsoondiaries.com // calvindsun@gmail.com

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Joining me today is someone who I consider to be a modern-day renaissance man. Calvin Sun is an Asian-American ER doctor, entrepreneur and world traveller living in New York City. Calvin is also the founder of the Monsoon Diaries, a travel blog and “tour company for people who hate group tours.”

He shares his advice on how to maximize your time and money for travel, why you should travel as widely as possible while you’re young and how group travel can transform even for the most die-hard solo travellers.

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On this episode we covered:

His experiences of growing up in New York City
His literal and metaphorical travels in the journey to become a doctor
How his travels began with a photo of Halong Bay
How a girl and a bet lead him to his first backpacking trip
How he had to sink or swim as a traveller in Egypt
Why solo travel is a form of controlled trauma
The travel moment that changed his life forever
Mindset shifts and personal transformation
How he financed his world travels as a med school student
How he overcame the “I don’t have time” barrier to travel
The buffet analogy to life and travel
The monsooning philosophy behind his travel style
How his travel company grew organically through authenticity
How to do group travel the right way to make lifelong friends
And much more!

Where to find Calvin:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monsoondiaries/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monsoondiaries/

Website: https://monsoondiaries.com

Email: Calvin@monsoondiaries.com // calvindsun@gmail.com

Follow Gary on IG: https://www.instagram.com/garyli.io/

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Joining me today is an adrenaline junkie and fellow podcaster. Danny Carlson is a former competitive long boarder and construction worker turned online entrepreneur. He is also the host of the Danny Carlson Podcast, a show that dives into lifestyle design and location freedom. He is now based out of Bali, where he enjoys the vibrant acro-yoga scene while riding motorcycles. We had a wide-ranging conversation from everything you’d want to know about living in Bali to why acro-yoga is a great practice for travelers.

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On this episode we covered:

How competitive downhill longboarding took him all around the world
The biggest hotspots and the craziest roads for extreme longboarding
How a near death experience in the Philippines prompted him to re-examine his lifestyle
What it’s like to live in Cebu City
Travel tips for getting around the Philippines
What prompted him to move to Bali
Bali neighbourhood recommendations
How to save money on accommodations in Bali
How over tourism has negatively affected foreigner reputation
The most common travel scams to beware of
The “rules of the road” or lack thereof
The best roads for a scenic scooter ride
The benefits of acro-yoga for improved fitness and social life
The strong acro-yoga communities in Bali and other cities around the globe
And much more!

Where to find Danny

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danny.k.carlson/

Website: https://www.kenjiroi.com

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/danny-carlson-podcast/id1481422376

Follow Gary on IG: https://www.instagram.com/garyli.io/

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Joining me today is someone who’s career in the clouds has taken her all around the globe. Clover Lam is a veteran flight attendant and blogger based out of Toronto, Canada. Clover is also the founder of Simply Clover Living, an online resource that shows the intimidated how to turn adventures into reality by exploring the world. She is also deeply passionate about all things related to personal development; from travel to mindset and personal finances.

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Show notes can also be found here: https://viajeroclub.com/pages/e09

On this episode we covered:

How she got started in the airline industry
The application and hiring process to become a flight attendant
The benefits and challenges of the career and lifestyle
How to endear yourself to flight attendants and get pampered
How she deals with jet lag and constantly changing time zones
Her favourite country for solo female travel
The idea of a swimming holiday and her favourite destinations
How to take the best tripod photos while travelling
What is the FIRE Movement (Financially Independent, Retire Early)
The basics steps to achieve FIRE
The 4% Rule and the Trinity Study
How your savings rate affects your target retirement number
Why she sold her condo and chose to rent with roommates
How FIRE has shifted her mindset on material possessions
How minimalism helps to spark joy
And much more!

Resources and Books Mentioned:

SwimTrek – Company for Swimming Holidays

“Quit Like a Millionaire” by Kristy Shen & Bryce Leung (Amazon Affiliate Link)

Where to find Clover:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycloverliving/

Website: https://simplycloverliving.com

Follow Gary on IG:

https://www.instagram.com/garyli.io/

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Joining me today is a fellow entrepreneur, podcaster and world traveller. Andrew Erickson is a former engineer turned entrepreneur. Andrew is also the host of the Zon Con Podcast, a show that helps Amazon sellers succeed with their business. He recently travelled around the world for eleven months with his wife and shares things he learned as well as entertaining anecdotes from the journey!

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On this episode we covered:

How his wife made the leap to take a year off for travel in the middle of a career
How the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) can potentially save you tens of thousands of dollars in US taxes through travelling abroad
The “Four C’s” that prevent people from extended travel abroad
How they prepared their affairs for a long trip abroad
Their travel budget for one year and how they made money
Why Thailand, Indonesia and Taiwan were their favourite countries
Getting into a bus accident in Armenia
A hilariously strange bath story in Georgia
The most rewarding and challenging things with couple travel
How to set boundaries and create personal space as a couple on the road
The best travel destinations for couples
His best tips for couples planning to travel abroad
How I had my whole backpack stolen in Israel
And much more!

Where to find Andrew:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theandrewerickson/

Website: http://andrewknowsamazon.com

Email: Andrew@AndrewKnowsAmazon.com

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/zon-con-podcast/id1459073059

Follow Gary on IG: https://www.instagram.com/garyli.io/

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Joining me today is a personal friend and an introspective, fellow travel lover. Anita Hisir is a women’s coach, writer and speaker based out of Vancouver, Canada. Anita is also the founder of InHerVision, a women empowerment coaching company that helps women build the life of their dreams. She has shattered her own limiting beliefs through travel, journaling and reflection. She is also a DJ and astrology enthusiast!

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On this episode we covered:

How a deep realization prompted her to quit a job to travel
How a moment in Bali and public speaking made her decide to become a life coach
Her latest project, “Fierce and Feminine,” to help women build self-esteem
Why solo travel is the key to self-discovery
How she overcame the initial fear of travelling alone
A powerful exercise for developing intuition and embracing serendipity
Her tips for women on how to stay safe on the road
Her experiences travelling solo as a woman in a Muslim country
Dealing with romantic advances and manipulation
Her favourite food recommendations in Turkey
How to take the best photos in Cappadocia
The lesser known, must visit destinations in the Netherlands
The surprising value of spirituality and astrology
Her top advice for young women
And much more!

Where to find Anita:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inhervision/

Email: hello@inhervision.com

Website: https://inhervision.com

Follow Gary on IG: https://www.instagram.com/garyli.io/

Join the Facebook Community : https://www.facebook.com/groups/407928276427355

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Joining me today is someone well versed in the art of charm. Tony D is a professional dating coach who travels all around the world helping men to improve their confidence with women. Tony is also an author and blogger at Absolute Ability, a platform where he produces content on dating, travel and self-improvement. He recently returned to Canada from an extended trip abroad and talks about his motorcycle adventures.

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On this episode we covered:

How he overcame a difficult childhood without a masculine role model
How he became a dating coach and freelance writer
Cultural differences in dating outside of Western society
The biggest obstacles men face when dating abroad
Why you’re never too old to start travelling
The one portable skill anyone can learn to start earning a remote income
Exploring off-the-beaten-path places in the Philippines
Why he thinks Filipinos love basketball so much
What surprised him the most about the Philippines
How learning about history helps you connect with the locals
The best place to find knowledgeable expats anywhere in the world
The best travel book and travel movies which inspired him
The best advice he would give a 20-year old to travel more
And much more!

Places and Resources Mentioned:

“On the Road” by Jack Kerouac (Amazon Affiliate Link)

“Into the Wild” by Jon Krakauer (Amazon Affiliate Link)

Where to find Tony D:

Blog: https://www.absoluteability.com/

Email: absoluteability@gmail.com

Follow Gary on IG:

https://www.instagram.com/garyli.io/

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Joining me today is one of the most focused and hardworking tech entrepreneurs I know. Galya Westler has a dual citizenship from Israel and Canada, and travels all around the world as a digital nomad and paid speaker. Galya is the CEO of Plazus, a blockchain company helping businesses protect their data. She is also a travel lover, TEDx speaker and professional speaker at various tech conferences.

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On this episode we covered:

What it was like to grow up in Israel
Her experiences of serving in the Israeli army
Why Israel is such a hub for start-up tech companies
Why Israelis must have a competitive and tough mentality
How moving to Canada allowed her the opportunities to connect with people from different ethnicities and religions
The best way to assimilate yourself to a new country
How she transitioned from a corporate job to an entrepreneur
The travel opportunities in tech and blockchain
How to find and book apartments without using Airbnb to save on fees
What she loves about working remotely
Why you should visit Valencia, Spain
How Spanish culture fosters more quality family time
How she balances fun and productivity as a digital nomad
And much more!

Where to find Galya:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/galya-westler-b0b63b42

Email: galya@plazus.com

TEDx Talk – “Social Media Obesity and Loneliness:” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rbKskuyCE0

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Joining me today is one of the fittest human beings that I know with a passion for sharing his knowledge. Bismarck Ebiweh is an ex-NCAA track athlete and American expat now living in Colombia. Bismarck is the founder of Fitx Fearless, an online resource and that teaches men how to date successfully by being fit. He also works with women as a self-employed personal trainer to help them achieve their fitness goals.

Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the show!

On this episode we covered:

What it was like to immigrate from Nigeria to America
Why he chose to live in Medellin
How he maximizes his happiness and get paid to do what he loves
How to live fearlessly
The advantages of looking and feeling good
How to eat a balanced meal anywhere
The most effective primary compound exercises in the gym
The one exercise you can do anywhere to stay fit
How to get lose fat and become super toned
The biggest challenge women face with fitness
The biggest misconceptions people have with fitness
His take on alcohol consumption
The importance of accountability and coaches

And much more!

Where to find Bismarck:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitxfearless/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4m17whgO_4uf2yCOjtFg_Q

Amazon: https://amzn.to/2LP3zIa

Follow Gary on IG: https://www.instagram.com/garyli.io/

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Cracking The Dating Code: A solution for the frustrated man

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Joining me today is a special guest from Central Europe who has profound insights on its culture, food and places, as well as the changes that the region has seen since the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Anna Szczykutowicz is a Polish English teacher and Youtuber living in Warsaw, Poland. Anna is the founder and host of Dzikie Ucho, a popular Youtube channel featuring fun videos about Polish pop culture, current music and television / film.

On this episode we covered:

The biggest difference between Warsaw and other Polish cities
The impressive level of English fluency in the country
The remnants of the old Former Soviet Union mentality
The advantage of living in Warsaw for travel lovers
The cost and pace of day to day living in the capital
What attracts foreigners to living in Poland
The best, traditional Polish dishes you must try
The Polish Food Challenge on her Youtube channel
Why Polish rap is so popular
Famous and accomplished Poles through history
What she loves about my hometown of Vancouver
What she can’t travel without
The must-visit cities in Poland
and much more!

Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the show!

Places and Resources Mentioned:

"Heart of Darkness" by Joseph Conrad (Amazon)

"Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead" by Olga Tokarczuk (Amazon)

"Flights" by Olga Tokarczuk (Amazon)

The Masurian Lake District (Wikipedia)

Zakopane and High Tatras (Wikipedia)

Lazienki Park (Wikipedia)

What Foreigners Think About Poland (Youtube)

Show notes can also be found at www.viajeroclub.com/pages/03-shownotes

Where to find Anna:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slomka/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk1ApEy9H6ZReTESvUecroA

Follow Gary:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyli.io/

Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/407928276427355/?source_id=262726517550423

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Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead: A Novel

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Joining me today is someone who took a life changing trip around South America and decided to move there permanently after falling in love with the culture and its people.

Drew Crawford is an American digital nomad currently living in Medellin, Colombia. Drew is the founder and editor-in-chief of On My Way Up, an online resource that helps people earn more money through creating online businesses. He also operates a Youtube channel sharing his deep love of the Colombian culture along with its people.

Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the show!

On this episode we covered:

Drew’s solo backpacking trip in South America
How he left a well-paying job in corporate America
Why Latin America is so special to him
What he likes about living in Medellin, Colombia
Working from home versus coworking spaces
How to make deep local connections
What it’s like to volunteer in Colombia
The best way to learn Spanish quickly
The rewards and challenges of working remotely
The best online business and service trends in 2019
His current project to help people make online income
His favourite book recommendations for 2019
and much more!

Show notes can be found at https://viajeroclub.com/pages/02-shownotes

Books and Resources Mentioned:

"Can’t Hurt Me" by David Goggins (Amazon Affiliate Link)

"Start With Why" by Simon Sinek (Amazon Affiliate Link)

"The Infinite Game" by Simon Sinek (Amazon Affiliate Link)

fundacionvisibles.org/en/

www.Slack.com

www.hubstaff.com

www.Zoom.us

www.Trello.com

Where to find Drew:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/hola.drew

Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCXB_qbelJkSHcQK6sjwbvGQ

Website:

www.omwu.com

Follow Gary:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyli.io/

Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/407928276427355/?source_id=262726517550423

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Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds

Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action

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In this inaugural episode of the Viajero Club Travel show, Gary introduces himself by sharing a bit of who he is with the audience, and what kind of valuable and entertaining travel content the listeners can expect to find in future episodes.

Listen in until the very end to learn how to be entered in a FREE prize draw for early listeners of the show!

Future show notes and past guests can be found at www.viajeroclub.com

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