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Zero To Travel Podcast

✈️ The Zero To Travel Podcast has been downloaded 12+ million times and named a “Best Travel Podcast” by The Washington Post, Travel + Leisure, The Telegraph, and Forbes.
Packed with life-changing perspectives, inspiration, and practical advice for everyone from travel newbies to nomads, this podcast will give you everything you need to travel the world on your terms, regardless of your situation or experience. Welcome to our amazing global listening community!
Since 2013, “Travel Ambassador” Jason Moore from zerototravel.com has been picking the brains of adventurous people living an unconventional life on the road so you can discover new ways to travel endlessly.
Along the way, you’ll get actionable advice and key resources that will improve your life AND help you travel more as we get down and dirty on topics like; starting and running an online business from anywhere, the best off-the-beaten-path destinations to visit, travel and work opportunities, gutsy budget travel strategies, surprising ways to earn free travel, the digital nomad life, unconventional travel based lifestyles, fun travel jobs, how to plan epic adventures, backpacking, remote work, how to take a gap year or a career break, 4-hour work week inspired topics, ex-pat life, slow travel, travel hacking, sustainable travel, human-powered adventures, trips worth planning, and everything in between.
Host Bio: Jason wandered the planet as a nomad for over a decade and spent 15+ years on the road as a tour manager in events/music, a seasonal adventure travel tour guide, and a digital nomad. Originally from the USA, he is now a dual citizen (Norway/USA) based in Oslo. He is obsessed with helping YOU explore our planet on your terms.
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Latest Episodes:

Hidden Trails of Oregon Podcast: Crater Lake, Lava Tubes, and Fly Fishing with a Native American Guide May 04, 2023

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Today we have a special episode from Hidden Trails of Oregon, a documentary-style podcast designed to put you in the heart of Oregon's most spectacular travel experiences.

In this episode, award-winning travel writer and host Aaron Millar takes us on an immersive first-person journey across America's wild, weird, and wonder-filled state. You'll join Aaron on the Central Nature Trail as he snowshoes to the top of Watchman Peak, paddles along the Deschutes River, descends 1,000 feet underground into a lava tube, and fly fishes with a Native American guide.

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Independent Travel as a Female in Afghanistan, Hitchhiking Iraq, and Ex-Pat Life in Sudan with Jacquelyn Kunz May 02, 2023

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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.

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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:

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Learn more about the conflict in Sudan
Connect with Jacqui on Instagram
Listen to Laundry House on Spotify and follow us on Instagram

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Impressions on Travel in Bulgaria + 5 Reasons Why Group Travel Rocks with Travis Sherry Apr 25, 2023

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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.

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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:

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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'

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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.

Using Intuition to Make Tough Decisions, Learning to Surrender, Discovering Purpose, and Living Your Best Life with Amrit Sandhu from Inspired Evolution Apr 18, 2023

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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.

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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:

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Discover your values with Amrit's free masterclass
Subscribe to Inspired Evolution on YouTube

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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.

Building, Growing, and Enjoying a Successful 7-Figure Lifestyle Business with Dan Andrews from Tropical MBA Apr 11, 2023

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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.

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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:

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Search for remote jobs on Dynamite Jobs
Learn about Dan’s community, Dynamite Circle

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Transition to Travel with Maxwell Lee Apr 04, 2023

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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.

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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:

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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

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Discovering The Hidden Europe with Francis Tapon Mar 28, 2023

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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.

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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

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Travel as a Force for Good, the Role of Travel Media, and Uncrowded Destinations to Visit with AFAR Co-Founder Greg Sullivan Mar 21, 2023

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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.

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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

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Living in Alignment, Capturing Magic, and Being a Citizen of the World with Ernest White II Mar 14, 2023

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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.

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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

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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

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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.

Travel to Galicia, Spain (Featuring the Amateur Traveler Podcast) Mar 09, 2023

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Have you ever considered traveling to Galicia, Spain?

This week I’m swapping shows and bringing you a bonus episode from Amateur Traveler Podcast, an award-winning blog and podcast helping real travelers plan real trips to their own backyard or around the world.

In this episode, host Chris Christensen talks to Lisa Rose Wright about her adopted home of Galicia, Spain. Lisa shares why you should add this lesser-known, greener corner of Spain to your bucket list and lays out an eight-day itinerary to get you started on planning your trip.

Full show notes here!

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