Andy Steves brings a lifetime of travel experience in Europe and a passion for connecting with those from other cultures to this podcast. He’s a travel entrepreneur, a self-proclaimed coffee snob, amateur cyclist and award-winning guidebook author, our speaker, Andy Steves loves helping travelers bridge the cultural gaps they encounter while on the road. By combining modern technology with the travel philosophies of his father, travel guru Rick Steves, Andy is becoming the new voice of millennial travel.
S1 E13 - When in WALES
Mar 22, 2017
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Ep13 - When in WALES
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If you’ve had the incredible opportunity to study abroad, you may relate to that feeling of fulfillment that comes with it; that you’ve found a new place to call “home". For Dr. Maggie Parke, abroad ‘home' was the small city of Bangor, Wales. Her overseas experience was so powerful that she was back to the UK in no time.
Now an International Education Officer at Bangor University, Maggie shares what to expect when you take on the expat life, how students can maximize their own experiences abroad, and of course what makes Wales so magical (aside from all the castles).
S1 E12- Welcome to My Palace: PRAGUE's Noble Family
Mar 15, 2017
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Ep12 - Welcome to My Palace: PRAGUE's Noble Family
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The story is something out of a fairy tale: Typical American family, happily settled in Boston, gets called upon to collect their ancestors’ royal fortune in Europe. For the Lobkowicz clan, this is was indeed real life. Today, William Lobkowicz Jr. shares what it’s like to call a 40,000 square-foot castle home. His family has been a part of Czech nobility for 1000 years. All of their possessions were lost to the Nazi’s- and then again to communists. In Prague, the beautiful Lobkowicz Palace that looms over the city is one of 13 restored castles, now hosting a collection of paintings, musical scores (including Beethoven’s original sheet music) and old firearms. William's personal account on the family's history and palace, which otherwise would have just been another building, brings Prague even more to life.
S1 E11 - ROME: How to Best Experience the Eternal City
Mar 08, 2017
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Ep11 - ROME: How to Best Experience the Eternal City
Learn the secrets to maximizing your visit to ROME. Sean Finelli, co-founder of The Roman Guy, shares insider tips on top restaurants to taste, sights to see, and immersing into the Italian way of life.
La Bella Figura is the driving force behind that “cool” Italian way of life. Translating to “the beautiful figure”, it is essentially “the idea that you always have to be the best you can possibly be. This why the Italians start smoking when they’re young , they drink coffee all the time, sitting at their cafés… and they dress to the nines for every occasion . It’s about keeping up appearances.”
FOODIE TIPS
In Rome, you'll often be lucky enough to stumble upon restaurants that . "I hate choosing food. In the states, I ask a waiter what I should order and they get flustered. In Italy, they'll just say 'this this and this'. Sometimes I'll just be like 'we're hungry just get us some food, and they'll do your whole meal for you. At my favorite, Le Mani in Pasta, you don't even need to look at your menu, and they'll set you up."
JUST DO IT
“I have a rule for myself: if the activity looks cool, and other people are doing it, then DO the activity. Don’t wimp out. If it’s expensive, just try to cut somewhere else, so that you can see the sights you’re supposed to see.”
IMMERSING INTO ITALIAN CULTURE
“Italians love Americans in general, but they also have a resentment towards Americans when they visit with their ‘American’ style and ‘American’ culture, the Italians say, ‘no- you can’t do it this way’. It goes beyond can’t have a cappuccino after 1pm, it translates to the point where the Italians will give bad service out of resentment. We [at the Roman Guy] let know how things are done here. If you want to put grated cheese on your fish pasta, that in Italy is completely taboo. We let you know what’s publicly accepted and what’s not. “
Co- owners Sean and Brandon during Trasterere Food Tour
Sean on his scooter in Italy
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- The Roman Guy is a team of creative travel & Italy vacation experts operating small group & private tours, day trips, shore excursions, complete vacation packages and trip planning services across Italy. - Food Tours in Rome - Hotel Tonight app: Last-minute deals on top hotels - Trastevere food highlights: Le Mani in Pasta (13:30) , Il Gabriello (14:10) Podcast featured by: - Andy Steves' Europe: City-Hopping on a Budget Europe essentials & Guidebook- View on Amazon
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S1 E10 - IRELAND: Heritage, Pubs, and St. Paddy's Day
Mar 01, 2017
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With St. Patrick’s Day around the corner, today we're getting the full Irish experience! I'm joined by special guest Stephen McPhilemy- certified Ireland guru with near 20 years of tour guide experience, as well as starting his own tour company, hostel and now a B&B. We discuss Ireland's deep culture & traditions, including the country’s struggle to keep Irish Gaelic alive, and share fun stories such as past hostel experiences (bed bugs, anyone?) and St. Paddy's Day shenanigans in Dublin. If you enjoyed my interview with UpRoxx writer Steve Bramucci, you'll love this one. Sláinte!
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S1 E9 - Serial Entrepreneurship: How to Win Shark Tank with Will McLeod
Feb 21, 2017
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Today we’re zeroing in on the world of business and entrepreneurship as I’m interview with serial entrepreneur Will Mcleod. Will is a co-founder of Keen Home, a Smart Vent system featured on ABC’s hit show Shark Tank that landed a $750,000 deal from Robert Herjavec, one of the biggest offers in the show’s history. He was named to the Forbes’ 30 under 30 list in 2016, and has won over 2 million dollars in funding from business competitions.
We discuss the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, the process of forming the perfect team around your idea, and the realities of taking a concept all the way to become a winning product.
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S1 E8 - Unlocking Adventure Travel with Steve Bramucci, UPROXX Life Editor
Feb 14, 2017
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Pirate graveyards. Whirlpools in the Mekong Delta. Traveling without a cellphone *gasp!*
Steve Bramucci has years of adventures under his travel belt. Currently the editor of UPROXX Life, Steve has written for the likes of Nat Geo and Afar, and interviewed the experts such as Anthony Bourdain.
We discuss everything from rowing the Mekong river via Vietnamese sampan to studying Komodo dragons in Indonesia. His story of encountering a real-life pirate graveyard in Madagascar won the Trazzler Oasis prize, and his trip across Australia in a car fueled with french fry oil was adapted into an Australian TV show. Steve’s first novel, The Danger Gang and the Pirates of Borneo!, will be published in August 2017. Also featured: This week’s “Ask Andy” segment, where listeners send in those burning travel questions.
"Ask Andy":What souvenirs do you like to bring home, or what have you found is the best token of past memories of trips? - Marie, Portland Submit your travel questionhere!
Steve's Background: Backpacking for 13 months, going from grade school teacher to writing for "glossies", developing the "Life" platform of UPROXX
The secret to adventure travel: embracing your inner “kid”
That time Steve tumbled upon a real-life Pirate Graveyard
Finding the world's best hospitality in Laos
Crossing Australia in a car powered by french fry oil
Unplugging for travel- Why Steve puts his cellphone away before a trip
Stranded in Tanzania, trekking Eastern Africa in a broken down Jeep
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S1 E7 - BARCELONA: Beaches, Tapas & Catalan Culture
Feb 07, 2017
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The vibrant city Barcelona offers white sandy beaches by day, and glitzy dance clubs by night. But even beyond that, this town has it all: surreal modernist architecture, bustling markets with fresh local produce and seafood, and nightlife that continues through sunrise. Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia, Spain’s north-easternmost territory, and the regional pride here is fierce. Get ready to soak in the culture and pick up some tips on living like a local from this fun conversation I have with fellow guide Lauren Fokas.
But first, we open the show with our newest segment—where listeners send in, comment and post their questions to us. This week, I answer: “What are the main travel apps you use?” and share essential apps to download before your trip- including local Ideas, cheap flight trackers, and a few that you may not expect will come in handy during travels.
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S1 E6 - 95 Countries Down: How to Travel the World for a Living
Jan 31, 2017
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Ep 6- 95 Countries Down: How to Travel the World for a Living
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I’m sure we’d all love to be friends with the guy who breaks Guinness travel records as a hobby. This is how today’s guest, Drew Goldberg, aka travel expert Drew Binsky spends his spare time, already making his mark by traveling to the most UNESCO sites in 24 hours.
Thousands of millennials are already familiar with Drew, especially his social media profiles. He’s consistently ranked as THE top travel account (he’s even been called “the king”) of Snapchat, and with over 200,000 fans total, He's kinda a big deal in the travel world. Drew is supporting himself through sponsorships and travel gigs to achieve his goal to hit all 195 countries before turning 30. He’s 25 now and at 95 countries so far, so is well on his way.
If you enjoyed the Nomadic Matt episode, you’ll love this one.
WHAT WE TALK ABOUT:
- How Drew started traveling with study abroad (and hasn't stopped since) - From nightlife blog (The Hungry Partier) to established resource (Drew Binsky) - Breaking the world record: Visiting the most UNESCO World Heritage site in 24 hours - What it takes to create (and maintain) a successful travel brand
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S1 E5 - Independent Female Travel: Turning Wanderlust into a Brand
Jan 24, 2017
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Aspiring to explore the world, whether it be for vacation or long-term? Today, we share how to make it happen.
I'm joined by my dear friend and fellow global backpacker, Carey Carpenter, otherwise known as CareBear Abroad. She is a proud "traveling addict (with no need for an intervention)" who packed her bags with a one-way ticket to Prague. Three years later, Carey has made a living for herself on the road by teaching English and creating her own inspiring travel brand. I chat with Carey about the lessons, triumphs and challenges of life as a female nomad.
WHAT WE TALK ABOUT:
Carey's background and finding her passion of travel through study abroad and a life-changing trip to Croatia
Taking the leap to teach abroad with the TEFL program
How to make money on the road & budget for travel
Tips for independent female travelers
How bloggers and digital nomads
Social media as a power tool in travel entrepreneurship
Marketing yourself and working with brands
& a few Czech phrases! (hey, you never know when you'll need 'em)
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S1 E4 - Biting Octopus Heads in CROATIA
Jan 18, 2017
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Ep 4 - Biting Octopus Heads in CROATIA
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Today, we’re heading to the beach in sunny Croatia. You’ll probably recognize this coastal destination by the picturesque white sandy beaches, or possibly by its cameo appearances in the popular series “Game of Thrones”. There’s tons to discover in Croatia, which hit its record-high in tourism this past year in 2016. I’m joined by Ashley Colburn, the two-time Emmy-winning TV producer & host who turned her passion for travel into a career.
Today, Ashley shares with me her secret to living the dream-life abroad, as well as how to best experience Croatia’s breathtaking national parks, delicious seafood --which includes live octopus, apparently…-- and addicting atmosphere.
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