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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:

Getting Off The Beaten Path with Travel Writing Legend Joe Cummings Sep 29, 2020

Show notes

How often do you find yourself getting off the beaten path & how have those experiences shaped you?

Today I have travel writing legend Joe Cummings as my guest and he wrote the very first Lonely Planet Guide book to Thailand back in the early '80s and we will dive into what that was like plus we talk about what guide books have done to travel (the good, the bad, & the ugly), what the benefits are for getting off the beaten path, and he shares tons of stories that encompass his entire travel writing career including one with Mick Jagger. Do I need to pick up that name I just dropped?!

This is definitely a not to miss episode for anyone who loves travel & the stories that come from it so sit back relax, grab your favorite beverage and enjoy my time with travel rock star Joe Cummings.

What is your favorite travel story? Send me an audio message (please) or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com.

I am so excited to partner with HomeExchange.com who makes it possible to see the world without paying for accommodations. Make sure you listen to the entire podcast to get the promo code to save you some extra cash when you get your first exchange.

Tune In To Learn:

08:15 Why Bangkok?
11:15 For The Love Of Travel
15:30 From Quaker College To Travel Writing Rock Star
20:15 The Experience of Writing The Thailand Guidebook
25:10 Opening Up Via The Language
27:00 Finding The Balance Between Feeling & Communicating In Guidebook Writing
31:50 The Impact Of Guidebooks: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly
38:40 Tips On Finding & Getting Off The Beaten Path
40:20 Stories On Travel & Getting Lost
46:25 Travel & Technology In Modern Times
51:45 Eastern Philosophies & The Influence On Travel
56:35 Fundamental Mindset Shifts From Living Outside The U.S.A.
01:02:10 Hanging With Mick Jagger
01:04:30 Advice On Travel & Honing Your Craft
01:07:35 Would You Do Anything Differently?
01:08:40 What Does The Future Of Travel Look Like?
01:10:40 Experiencing The Real Thailand Tips & Tricks
01:14:05 Most Proud Moments In Life
And so much more

Resources:

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Love Is NOT Tourism w/ Krishni Metivier Sep 22, 2020

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How would you cope with being separated from your loved one thousands of miles away indefinitely?

Today we are talking with Krishni Metivier who is a part of the love is not tourism movement which is fighting for the reunion of people who are separated from family and partners due to COVID-19. Not everyone is in a foreign country because they are tourists, in fact, there are many who are there to connect with their long-distance partners or family members. With so many people being affected this movement is diligently working hard with governments to amend the travel restrictions to help the mental and physical toll that separation is causing across the world. They also understand and want to cooperate with appropriate safety measures to include paying for testing and quarantining until a negative result is received or agreeing to a full 14 day quarantine period so it is a safety-first decision.

Krishni is here to talk about her experience and to show us that we all are capable of great change in the world even during some of the toughest times. We also dive into travel talk, her research for her PH.D., the importance of ethnomusicology, and so much more!

Has COVID separated you from those you love? Send me an audio message or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com.

I am so excited to partner with HomeExchange.com who makes it possible to see the world without paying for accommodations. Make sure you listen to the entire podcast to get the promo code to save you some extra cash when you get your first exchange.

Tune In To Learn:

10:40 What Is Love Is NOT Tourism
16:40 The Call To Action
17:50 Krishni's Story
27:30 You Are Not Powerless or Alone
34:55 Humanitarian Exemptions
38:50 Cultural Capacities & Travel
48:10 Overcoming The Naysayers
52:25 Mysticism & Believing It Will Work Out
56:45 Traveling As An Act Of Courage
58:45 Push Out Of Your Comfort Zone & Finding Joy In Your Mistakes
01:04:40 Ethnomusicology & Translating The Experience
And so much more

Resources:

Follow Krishni on Twitter
Love Is Not Tourism website
Follow and support Love Is Not Tourism on Facebook Group 1 | Facebook Group 2
Krishni's documentary: Behind The Scenes On Eco-Ladrillos Para Paz
Krishni's Article: Envisioning Higher Education as Antiracist
HomeExchange
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The Power Of Never Giving Up with Andy Frasco Sep 16, 2020

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Today we are mixing two of my favorite things travel and music with today's guest Andy Frasco from Andy Frasco & the U.N. This is an episode full of deep but impactful topics like why you should be taming your ego, the amazing ripple effect of setting intentions, how to choose your hardships wisely, and the power of never giving up. Enjoy being a fly on the wall on this one by sitting back, grabbing your favorite beverage, and enjoying my conversation with Andy Frasco.

Do you find setting intentions impactful for you? When was the last time you didn't give up and saw awesome benefits from it? Send me an audio message or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com.

I am so excited to partner with HomeExchange.com who makes it possible to see the world without paying for accommodations. Make sure you listen to the entire podcast to get the promo code to save you some extra cash when you get your first exchange.

The Travel Life During COVID w/ Peter Scott Sep 08, 2020

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What is it like being nomadic during a pandemic? What have been the biggest hurdles during this unprecedented time?

Joining me today is Peter Scott from EarthFamilyTravel.com who is nomadically traveling with his family and has first-hand knowledge of what it is really like to travel abroad right now. We are eagerly discussing when do you know it's the right time to get out and travel, what can you gain from slow travel that you can't get from fast travel, & why it's so important to learn to let go. These are all factors in making the decision to travel whether it be for long stretches or if you are making travel your life so join us as we dig in deep to these questions and so much more.

Do you have dreams of nomadic travel? What is holding you back the most? Send me an audio message or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com.

I am so excited to partner with HomeExchange.com who makes it possible to see the world without paying for accommodations. Make sure you listen to the entire podcast to get the promo code to save you some extra cash when you get your first exchange.

Tune In To Learn:

08:25 COVID Decisions
17:30 Having 24/7 With The Family
22:55 The Emotional Toll Of Travel
26:00 Slow vs Fast Travel Experiences
30:00 Transition To Travel Process & Choosing Your Timing
39:55 Hardest Thing To Let Go Of
45:00 Skills & Lesson Learned Along The Way
49:00 Best Ages For Your Kids To Enjoy Travel
50:40 Resources For Schooling On The Road
58:30 Best Time To Start Prepping In NOW
And so much more

Resources:

Find Peter on EarthFamilyTravel.com
Follow Peter on Facebook | Instagram
HomeExchange
7-Day Side Hustle Success Challenge - Last Day To Signup
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Transition To Travel with Lance Wright Sep 01, 2020

Show notes

We are here with another episode in our transition to travel series where we have an interview with a guest prior to their travels and then one after (or during if it is long term) so that we can see how travel can change people.

Today we are talking with my friend and Location Indie member, Lance Wright from The Midlife Traveler, who took a leave of absence from his higher education career to travel the world. We did the first interview about 3 weeks into his trip and the second interview after his trip (about 8 months later) and we get to see if he went back to his job, how he integrated back into his "normal" life, how his wife of 25 years dealt with being gone, and all the tips and tricks of travel & travel planning he learned along the way.

I love these labor of love episodes and I hope you do too!

Would you ever take a solo trip even if you are a part of a couple? What has been your biggest transition to travel moment? Send me an audio message or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com.

Check out the full show notes with all the links discussed here!

I am so excited to partner with HomeExchange.com who makes it possible to see the world without paying for accommodations. Make sure you listen to the entire podcast to get the promo code to save you some extra cash when you get your first exchange.

Tune In To Learn:

08:45 First Time For Everything
10:25 When You Don't Have To Resign From Your Job
14:00 How To Talk To Your Partner When You Want To Solo Travel
18:15 Learning The Lessons & The Need For Community
19:50 Planning vs Fly By The Seat Of Your Pants
21:20 Arriving In A New Place Alone & Beautiful Albania
23:45 Preparing For The Trip: Values Clarification
28:30 How Is Family Handling Everything
32:10 The Midlife Crisis Traveler & What That Means
34:50 The Masculinity Paradigm
39:05 Serving Others & Being Fully Committed
43:25 Back To The Future
44:30 Was The Trip All It Was Cracked Up To Be
45:05 The Hard Days & The Rabies Adventure
48:05 Tips For Connecting With Other People On The Road
50:40 Impacting The Relationships With Family
53:45 Tips On Planning & Knowing Yourself
58:30 Highlights From The Trip
01:02:30 The Workaway Idea & Airbnb Experiences
01:07:05 Back To Work & Getting Back To "Normal"
01:13:45 The Moment Of Clarity
01:21:50 Relationship With The Home Country
And so much more

How Travel Can Improve Your Mental Health w/ Gilad Gamliel Aug 25, 2020

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Do you suffer from anxiety? How have the unknowns of the road hindered your travel plans? What role does stress play in your travel planning?

Today we are diving into mental health and how it affects your life choices and future plans. My guest is Gilad Gamliel from Anxious & Abroad and he is very open in sharing his struggles with mental health issues, how he has learned to control them, the role travel plays in his journey, and the balance between planning vs. spontaneity. All this and more on today's episode so sit back and enjoy my talk with Gilad!

Has your anxiety ever stopped you from your travels? How has travel helped you overcome your anxiety? Send me an audio message or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com.

Grab all the links discussed over on the show notes episode page.

Tune In To Learn:

09:20 Why Start Talking About Mental Health & Diagnoses
13:45 Compulsions & When Did It Start
15:55 How To Tell If You May Need Help
17:45 Breaking Free From The Comfort Bubble
22:05 The Shock To The System
23:45 What Did Travel Do For Gilad
26:30 Freelance & Contract Work Anxiety
28:35 Transformation You See In Yourself During & After Travel
30:15 Tips For Traveling With Anxiety
33:00 The Coming Out Process & Gay Travel Tips
35:35 Travel Highlights
36:20 American Culture & Returning Home
41:45 What Has Been Learned From Putting Yourself Out There
And so much more

Reflections On Rock And Roll Life with Øystein Greni Aug 18, 2020

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I got the chance to sit down with one of Norway's biggest rock legends, Øystein Greni from the band Big Bang, and record today's awesome podcast (pre-COVID of course). We get into songwriting, where creativity comes from, how expectations can screw things up, and the touring lifestyle plus how skateboarding in his youth was a catalyst to his rock n roll future. All of this and more in today's episode so buckle up, strap in and listen to the pearls of wisdom from this rock icon.

Do you have a passion for music? How have your expectations actually screwed things up? Where does your creativity come from? Send me an audio message or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com.

Check out the full show notes with all the links here!

5 Predictions On The Future Of Travel Aug 11, 2020

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What is the future of travel? When will we be able to safely travel again? Will the cost of flights skyrocket? While I don't own a crystal ball (or any psychic abilities) I am going to give you my top 5 predictions on the future of travel over the next 3 to 5 years and I am going to answer the question 'should you get back out there on the road?'. Grab your favorite drink and join me for today's episode!

What are some of your predictions for the future of travel? Send me an audio message or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com.

Tune In To Learn:

06:50 The Unraveling Of America
08:30 Prediction # 1: Airline Ticket Prices
13:40 Prediction # 2: Regional Travel
19:00 Prediction # 3: Slow Travel
20:40 Prediction # 4: Human-Powered Adventures
24:50 Prediction # 5: Different Kind Of Connections
29:55 Should You Get Back Out There?
And so much more

Grab the full show notes with all the links discussed in today's episode here!

Nomad Lifestyle with Nomad Cruise Founder Johannes Voelkner Aug 04, 2020

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Is the digital nomad lifestyle calling out to you? Do you want to get the inside tips, tricks, and methods to make sure you are a successful digital nomad?

Check out today's episode as we are talking about the full-time travel lifestyle and the different perspectives that come from it. I am very happy to have on my friend Johannes Voelkner from The Nomad Cruise and we are touching on how sometimes the more you travel the more you crave routine & familiarity, the two key things to your nomad lifestyle success, and the up and coming destinations that don't currently have a large digital nomad scene.

This episode was recorded prior to COVID-19 and there are currently no cruises allowed at this time but you can get on their email list to get notified when the cruises will be available again.

I am so excited to partner with HomeExchange.com who makes it possible to see the world without paying for accommodations. Make sure you listen to the entire podcast to get the promo code to save you some extra cash when you get your first exchange.

Tune In To Learn:

08:05 The Steps That Exist In The Nomad Life
10:15 Craving The Familiarity & What Is Home
13:40 Digital Nomad Life & The Nomad Cruise
19:20 Understanding The Power Of Community
26:40 What It Takes To Be A Digital Nomad & Battling Overwhelm
31:35 The Two Key Things To Digital Nomadism & What Businesses Are Thriving
36:30 How To Still Be Productive When Fast Traveling
38:10 Why You Need To Unplug
40:30 Possible Up And Coming Digital Nomad Spots
50:15 Hard Decisions, Lifestyle Design & Passion Projects
And so much more

Check out the show notes with all the links here!

The Wonder Of Travel with Aaron Millar Jul 28, 2020

Show notes

In today's episode, my friend Aaron Millar from Armchair Explorer and I talk all about wonder and how it fuels us to travel and explore. Aaron is an award-winning travel writer, documentary presenter & author of two amazing books 50 Greatest Wonders Of The World & 50 Greatest National Parks Of The World and he shares some incredible advice on using travel content creation to add more adventure to your life. Aaron has some amazing stories that he shares with us including how a 100-mile pub crawl kicked off his career as a travel writer, travel writing tips, & pitching to publishers so buckle up, sit back, relax, and let's talk travel.

I am so excited to partner with HomeExchange.com who makes it possible to see the world without paying for accommodations. Make sure you listen to the entire podcast to get the promo code to save you some extra cash when you get your first exchange.

Grab all the links we discussed in the show in the show notes!

Tune In To Learn:

11:00 The Ultimate Pub Crawl
18:00 Running From The Music Biz To Writing
20:20 How To Become A Travel Writer & The Hail Mary Pitch
27:30 Operating From Intuition, Intention & Manifestation
35:30 How To Live Life To The Fullest & What That Means For You
42:00 Creating Yourself In New Places & Minimalism
49:00 The Great Wonder Deficit
01:00:40 Travel Writing Tips & Starting As A Side Hustle
And so much more

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