Zero To Travel Podcast

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: This episode was recorded before the conflict in Sudan, and Jacqui has since left the country. For additional information and ways to support the Sudanese people, visit eyesonsudan.net and follow Jacqui on Instagram. Why would someone choose to travel to the world's most dangerous places? Today I'm joined by Jacquelyn Kunz, the first female to travel independently through Afghanistan after the Taliban regained control. In this episode, Jacqui shares some of the toughest moments from her time in Afghanistan, what led her to move to Sudan, and her life as an ex-pat. We also talk about what it was like to hitchhike in Iraq and how these experiences have shifted her outlook on life. Do you consider yourself a risk-taker? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a monthly bonus episode (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1 Tune in to Learn: The ultimate traveler fantasy Jacqui's favorite places to visit and what attracts her to more extreme foreign destinations Traveling through Afghanistan and why she chooses to take on challenging trips Insight into the experience of being a woman in Sudan How Government censorship and surveillance impacts a society Why Jacqui moved to Sudan and her family's reaction Her first days in Sudan and what she does for work Life in Sudan with political instability and how she fits into society Why a foreign woman is considered an honorary man and how this impacts her relationship with Sudanese women How these experiences changed her perspective on life, relating to others, and having gratitude What it's like being an ex-pat and her background in political science The competition of traveling to every country Finding the courage to take a different path and the challenges of living an unconventional life Her experience hitchhiking in Iraq Jacqui's best advice for safety and her thoughts on being a risk-taker Her quest to visit a certain fast food chain in every country they have a location Her plans for the future And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Subscribe to our FREE newsletter Today's Sponsor, Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card Learn more about the conflict in Sudan Connect with Jacqui on Instagram Listen to Laundry House on Spotify and follow us on Instagram Want More? 7 Pro Tips For Traveling In Dangerous Countries w/ Bjorn Palsson Travel In The Middle East with Genevieve Hathaway What Is "Happiness"? Discovering Meaning On The Silk Road w/ Will Rickard Thanks to our Sponsors This episode is sponsored by US Bank's Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card, with the ability to earn up to 5x the points on travel-related expenses like hotels and rental cars, this card will get you the most return on your next trip.

2 Mai 20231h 30min

Have you considered a ski trip to Bulgaria? Are you thinking about traveling with a group but unsure if it's right for you? Today I'm back on the mic with Travis Sherry, founder of Extra Pack of Peanuts and co-founder of Location Indie, to talk about our recent group trip to Bulgaria. Through his community and podcast, Extra Pack of Peanuts, Travis teaches travel lovers how to find the best flights and experience amazing trips that fit their lifestyle and budget. He's also the co-founder of Location Indie, a community that helps people discover different ways to travel and work from anywhere in the world.  In this episode, Travis and I share our impressions of Bulgaria, what it was like to travel with 19 people, the pros and cons of group travel, and why you may want to consider this style of travel for yourself. You'll also hear about Camp Indie, an adult summer camp and conference in June that you don't want to miss! Where would you want to go on a group trip? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a monthly bonus episode (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1 Tune in to Learn: Planning a trip to Bulgaria  Framing a trip for play instead of being in work mode  Impressions on travel in Bulgaria How we've become lazy travelers (don't make these mistakes!) Our thoughts on Bulgarian food Connecting with locals and Bulgarian stereotypes Skiing in Bansko and Borovets Affordability, mountain culture, and things to do Why you should consider group travel  An opportunity to join Trav at Camp Indie And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Subscribe to our FREE newsletter Today's Sponsor, Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card Check out Extra Pack of Peanuts Learn more about Location Indie Sign up for Camp Indie and save $150 with the promo code 'ZERO' Want More? Up and Coming Destinations (And Digital Nomad Hotspot): Bulgaria with Mitko Top 5 Countries For Solo Travelers, The Future of Tourism, and Making An Impact with Matt Berna from Intrepid Travel Hot and Cold Edition: Cheap Flights In Asia + Budget Ski and Snowboard Travel Thanks to our Sponsors This episode is sponsored by US Bank's Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card, with the ability to earn up to 5x the points on travel-related expenses like hotels, and rental cars, this card will get you the most return on your next trip.

25 Apr 20231h 32min

Do you want to live a more purposeful, passion-driven life? As travelers, we know that it's not just about the logistics of the trip; when building a lifestyle around our love for travel, other aspects of our lives come into play. Today I'm joined by Amrit Sandhu, founder of Inspired Evolution. Amrit is an internationally acclaimed certified coach, positive mindset influencer, and conscious founder and investor whose global platform reaches and serves thousands of people. In this episode, Amrit shares practical tips on finding the balance between surrender and taking action, connecting with your purpose to live your best life, and navigating personal identity shifts and challenges when transitioning to a new lifestyle. What challenges or decisions are you currently working through? I'd love to hear what they are and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a monthly bonus episode (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1 Tune in to Learn: Amrit's childhood and growing up in Australia The Sikh faith and why it's important How travel fits into Amrit's spiritual journey His experience backpacking the world Balancing his career as an engineering planner, coach, and new father Using your intuition to make decisions The concept of surrender, learning to trust, and having support Curiosity and connecting to your purpose  Identity politics and handling identity shifts  And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Subscribe to our FREE newsletter Learn more about Inspired Evolution Discover your values with Amrit's free masterclass Subscribe to Inspired Evolution on YouTube Want More? The Spiritual Journey + Travel and Creativity with Karan Bajaj Living in Alignment, Capturing Magic, and Being a Citizen of the World with Ernest White II The Vagabond's Way: Meditations on Wanderlust, Discovery, and the Art of Travel w/ Rolf Potts Thanks to our Sponsors This episode is sponsored by US Bank's Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card, with the ability to earn up to 5x the points on travel-related expenses like hotels, and rental cars, this card will get you the most return on your next trip.

18 Apr 20231h 38min

Do you dream of building a business that allows you to work from anywhere in the world? Today I’m joined by Dan Andrews, an OG in the digital nomad movement and co-host of The Tropical MBA Podcast, to talk about building a location-independent lifestyle and business. Since 2009, Dan and his co-host, Ian Schoen, have been sharing stories of people who have successfully built “micro-multinational” businesses while traveling the world. He is also the co-founder of Dynamite Ventures, which includes brands like Dynamite Jobs and Dynamite Circle.  In this episode, we explore topics such as how to take advantage of the remote work and location-independent lifestyle, the unique challenges of having freedom, Dan’s best business advice, and how to leverage the sense of possibility that travel gives you.  What remote business do you want to create? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a monthly bonus episode (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1 Tune in to Learn: Dan’s background and getting his start in digital nomadism Thoughts on the massive shift to remote work Dan’s earliest blog on playing guitar Entrepreneur guilt and balancing spontaneity with business What Dan’s journey has taught him about himself Advice for battling imposter syndrome  Doing the uncomfortable and the mistakes people make when starting online  Testing and validating an idea The concept of exploring your passion and recognizing starting points Connecting over mutual experiences and the loneliness narrative Advice on business partnerships and the marriage model Building effective processes and systems How to determine KPIs Finding remote work and hiring remote workers Dan’s experience going back to the US  Dating as a nomad and building a base Dan’s book recommendations The future of digital nomadism Dan’s influential travel experiences and the best places to live And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Subscribe to our FREE newsletter Check out The Tropical MBA Podcast Search for remote jobs on Dynamite Jobs Learn about Dan’s community, Dynamite Circle Want More? Lifestyle Business Series: Productized Service 101 w/ Brian Casel Potpourri Prat (Lifestyle Business, Experimenting, and Travel Fears) with Matt Giovanisci How To Do A Lifestyle Redesign

11 Apr 20231h 56min

Do you ever wonder whether the idea of long-term travel or the nomadic lifestyle matches up to the reality of it? This is another episode in my Transition to Travel series where I interview someone before they head off to travel and catch up with them months later to see how it panned out! In today's audio journey, I'm joined by my friend, Maxwell Lee. During the first part of this episode, you'll learn why they decided to travel through the US and Mexico and move to Taiwan. You'll hear about their anxieties going into the trip and how they've been preparing for this huge life change. We'll then fast-forward to almost a year later and talk about their experience with being a nomadic family and what it was like to settle down in Taiwan.  What fears can you tackle first to build momentum toward your travel goals? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a monthly bonus episode (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1 Tune in to Learn: Maxwell's plans for traveling the US and Mexico and moving to Taiwan The interesting travel visa he acquired, the pursuit of music, and real estate investing What lead to the decision to leave the states The emotions and fears of moving abroad His thoughts on returning home and renting their house Advice on travel insurance  The Financial Independence Retire Early movement How their travel plans turned out Their experience being a nomadic family The pros and cons of slow and fast travel How to find childcare while traveling Maxwell's highlights of traveling in Mexico  Worldschooling and deciding what's right for your family  Settling into life in Taiwan and the struggles of being away from family Maxwell's advice for long-term travel and ex-pat life And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Subscribe to our FREE newsletter Learn more about Maxwell's fire-walking journey Check out Maxwell's music on YouTube Connect with Maxwell on Instagram Learn more about the Worldschool Pop-Up Hub  Want More? Transition to Travel: Before and After w/ Sofia and Teague Transition to Travel: From Big Salary to Frugal Travel Life Transition to Travel w/ Lance Wright

4 Apr 20231h 56min

Are you considering a trip to Eastern Europe? For this week's episode, I'm pulling one of my favorite shows from the archive! Francis Tapon has a travel resume that inspires all of us to get out there and explore. He is the author of many renowned books, is an avid backpacker and slow travel junkie, and someone who has never owned a television, couch, bed, or spaceship (and is most disappointed about the last one). In this episode, we dive into Eastern Europe, the beautiful benefits of slow travel, and why connecting with locals (not your phone) is so important to your overall experience. What hidden spots have you added to your list? I'd love for you to share them by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a monthly bonus episode (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1 Tune in to Learn: The meaning of 'wander learn' Who is Francis Tapon? Comfort zones and epic hiking trails Living below your means and choosing life Techniques for saving money Becoming a writer Hidden Europe Meeting locals through couchsurfing Why Eastern Europe? Where to visit in Eastern Europe and where Francis would live Married life and travel The writing process and Unseen Africa Relationship with technology Upcoming destinations to visit now And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Subscribe to our FREE newsletter Check out fancistapon.com Follow Francis on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, and YouTube Visit Africa54.com Listen to Wander Learn Podcast Grab a copy of Francis' books Couchsurfing RescueTime Camp Indie Want More? Tips for Travel to Europe this Summer How to Travel Europe on a Budget w/ Andy Steves How to Road Trip Around Europe Around the World Ticket: Is it Worth it?

28 Mar 20231h 27min

What effect do you want your travels to have on the world? Today I'm joined by Co-Founder and CEO of AFAR, Greg Sullivan. AFAR is an award-winning travel media brand making a positive impact on the world through high-quality storytelling that inspires, empowers, and enriches travelers who care. In this episode, Greg gives us his take on the state of travel, the roles and responsibilities of travel media, and how travel is a force for good. He shares the destinations you should consider visiting before they get too crowded and business advice for working remotely and getting started in the travel industry. Has travel made you more empathetic? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a monthly bonus episode (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1 Tune in to Learn: Why Greg dropped everything to go back to school and his experience studying abroad in his 40s The conclusions he came to through studying philosophy and ethics and how travel is the best teacher of all Greg's core values as an individual and how travel influences your ethics How AFAR came to be and the transformative trip that sparked this journey The early days of AFAR and the challenges of running a magazine The meaning behind their mission of travel as a force for good When travel media does more harm than good, and the biggest issues in travel media and tourism When it's better to stay home How AI will change the industry Greg's experience with failure and advice for working remotely, managing a distributed team, and scaling a company His thoughts on living in balance and protecting your time Advice for finding your place in the travel industry Choosing to visit places during moments of radical change Destinations that exceeded Greg's expectations and a moment that changed his thoughts on travel  And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Subscribe to our FREE newsletter Check out AFAR Magazine Listen to the Unpacked by AFAR podcast Want More? Top 5 Countries for Solo Travelers, the Future of Tourism, and Making an Impact with Matt Berna from Intrepid Travel Sustainable Travel 101 (How to be a Better Traveler) w/ Richard Hammond 3 Travel Trends You Should Know w/ Paige McClanahan

21 Mar 20231h 17min

Are you where you need to be right now in life?  Today I'm joined by Ernest White II to learn about the value of living in alignment and following your creative pursuits. Ernest has circumnavigated the globe six times. He's a storyteller, explorer, executive producer, and host of the television travel docuseries Fly Brother with Ernest White II.  In this episode, Ernest talks about his life as an ex-pat, the importance of joy and celebrating life, his perspective on trusting in your vision, and the struggles of carving your own path. He shares his thoughts on overcoming doubt and fears, his experience producing and hosting a successful travel TV show, and what he loves most about the cultures he's visited.  How can travel bring you more into alignment? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a monthly bonus episode (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1 Tune in to Learn: Why Ernest decided to move to Vancouver How the physical and cultural environment impacts his creativity Expansion, leaning in, and the support of others Operating from integrity rather than fear The traveler's advantage and experiencing the romance of life  Establishing a foundation of trust and safety Ernest's experience growing up in Florida, Disney World, and visiting Sweden as a teen Finding the balance between "what's next" and living in the "now" Connecting through language and Ernest's experience learning Portuguese and Spanish Ernest's most standout experiences while filming Fly Brother How traveling for a shoot vs. personal travel changes his relationship with a place What "the world is our tribe" means to Ernest  Ernest's three favorite adjectives as a writer The destinations he's dying to go to and the most adventurous thing he's ever done Ernest's most treasured travel memories  Why a passion for living is more prevalent in certain cultures And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Subscribe to our FREE newsletter Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card, Today's Sponsor Learn more about Fly Brother Check out Ernest's new community, Fly Brother and Friends Connect with Ernest on Instagram Want More? The Vagabond's Way: Meditations on Wanderlust, Discovery, and the Art of Travel w/ Rolf Potts The Spiritual Journey + Travel and Creativity with Karan Bajaj From Wall Street To Nepal, Life Changing Moments, and What It Means To Have Enough w/ James C. Hopkins Thanks to our Sponsors This episode is also sponsored by US Bank's Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card, with the ability to earn up to 5x the points on travel-related expenses like hotels, and rental cars, this card will get you the most return on your next trip.

14 Mar 20231h 40min