E18: The $1000 Travel Lie: Why You Can’t Live Like a King Abroad

Jesse and Ky debunk the myth that you can “live like a king” abroad on $1,000 a month, sharing raw travel experiences, personal stories, and lessons from years of working and adventuring around the globe.

👥Guest Bios:
-Jesse Wright is a seasoned traveler and podcast co-host who has lived, worked, and backpacked across Asia, Latin America, and the U.S., with experience in international teaching, cruise ship work, and seasonal resort jobs.
-Ky Primo is a Filipina-American and co-host of El Podcast, who blends a love of surf culture, wellness, and storytelling, bringing insights from her global travels and upbringing in the Philippines.

Topics Discussed:

• The illusion of luxury travel on a $1,000/month budget
• Real costs of long-term travel in Southeast Asia, Central America, and beyond
• Working abroad: from South Korea to Australia and Alaska
• The pros and cons of woofing and volunteer travel
• Cruise ship labor conditions
• Solo travel, resilience, and post-travel clarity
• Building a calm, purpose-driven life after years on the move

Top 3 Quotes:

• "There's not a single country in the world where you can live like a king or queen on a thousand dollars a month." — Jesse
• "Your body doesn’t want to be hyper lean—it wants to be healthy, and healthy includes peace." — Ky
• "After years of chasing experiences, I realized what I really want is calm, community, and control over my time." — Jesse

📺Watch the full pod on YouTube➡️https://youtu.be/D0UB89rUC6Y?si=MvzY-oIi4uwUwjmV

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