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Globe-trotter Paul Neville tells epic stories from 120+ countries, Peace Corps adventures, and wild backpacking wisdom
08 Feb 2025
00:41:14
Paul W. Neville brings a wealth of firsthand travel experience, cultural insights, and actionable advice that captivates interviewers and audiences alike. Having explored over 120 countries, Paul is a seasoned adventurer with a deep understanding of global travel and the transformative power it holds.
Whether offering practical travel tips, sharing stories of resilience and humor, or providing guidance for aspiring adventurers, Paul connects with audiences through his relatable and inspiring approach.
A U.S. Foreign Service Officer currently stationed in the Netherlands, Paul’s career and travels have given him a unique lens on the world. His Peace Corps service in Tonga and a yearlong backpacking odyssey through Oceania, Southeast Asia, Northern Europe, and South America shaped his global perspective and storytelling style. Fluent in Tongan, Thai, and Spanish, he has lived and worked in diverse countries, including Thailand, Honduras, Pakistan, and Mexico, gaining insights into cross-cultural connection and the human spirit.
Paul’s debut book, Endless Horizons: A Global Backpacker’s Quest for Adventure, Connection, and Discovery, is a tribute to the power of travel to foster growth, community, and self-discovery. As the cofounder of Lana Learn, an e-learning platform for language and workplace skills, he’s passionate about empowering others to explore the world and embrace new opportunities.
Arias WebsterBerry - Digital Marketing Expert with some great travel stories
31 Dec 2024
00:38:32
Arias’s entrepreneurial journey is rooted in overcoming profound adversity. Raised by a single mother who worked two full-time jobs and a father who struggled with drug addiction, Arias experienced homelessness and instability, living in over 12 different places before turning 18.
Nowadays, as a digital marketing expert, he helps people build businesses and enables success, and he still finds time to travel.
The classic Digital Nomad experience. Working in Latin America and Europe, Faustina Mulnik tells her story.
01 Aug 2024
00:36:56
Faustina Mulnik has been traveling as a digital nomad for the last 2 years. She also studied abroad in college (but got sent home early due to Covid!). She is a huge fan of long-term travel and tries to stay in each place at least 1 month at a time. She has worked remotely from Mexico, Argentina, Spain, and Italy. and has loads of tips on what to pack, dual/esim cards, how to make friends abroad, etc.
Why wasn't the Digital Nomad experience around when I was growing up in England? Basically because the technology to make it happen was not around back then. If it was, I likely would have been one.
Backpacking, motorbiking, hiking, musician and traveler: Pastimes of an Italian Ph.D. who speaks 7 languages. Federica Bressan talks about her escapades around the world.
19 Apr 2021
01:00:18
Add to that, sleeping in strangers cars and parking lots, losing her voice in Egypt, plus other raw adventures. Federica is a very cool lady whose adventurous spirit will make you shake your head and smile. Admittedly, she has done a few risque things that would not be considerations for the vast majority of the people on planet earth, but in all due respect she has gained a boatload of decent memories from her travels and learnt much along the way. She has published numerous international scientific journals and performed research in various subject matters, including digital philology, multisensory installations, multimedia heritage, and digital humanities to name a few. Check out her podcast, Technoculture. I wish I had though of that name years ago . Down to earth, friendly, honest, and charming, I would have loved to chat more over a glass of Peroni or Prosecco. Enjoy.
You can find more about Federica here: http://research.federicabressan.com/ http://federicabressan.com/ http://podcast.federicabressan.com/
Sent flowers to Kim Jong-un while in North Korea, chased by pirates in the Congo, almost jailed in Libya - just everyday stuff! Living on the edge with Ian Collins
10 Apr 2021
00:49:26
Yep, this is "Living on the Edge" stuff. Ian is an Australian but currently living in London for this moment in time. He has lived on 5 continents, so chances are that he'll be going somewhere else quite soon. He is an International Safety and Performance Coach (for humans and organizations), which he explains in detail on this podcast episode. In one sentence, it is basically the science of systems-driven behavior and understanding of how and why people make mistakes. I always thought that there was some science reasoning behind my occasional decision making process. This occupation involves travel and sometimes to places where most of us would not even consider for a split second. Listen to why he was involved in some admirable work in North Korea and yes he did send a bouquet of flowers to the country's glorious leader as a goodwill gesture. With near misses in Libya and the Congo that could have ended badly, he has swam with great white sharks, climbed an active volcano and consumed jungle plant medicine to name a few.
His life is one big adventure, but even though some of his activities are somewhat risky, it is all educational and fulfilling.
You can find Ian here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/safetycoach https://facebook.com/ipcollins
Colombia, Amsterdam, Stonehenge, Magic Mushrooms and more dubious stuff with Irishman Buck Mulligan
24 Mar 2021
00:36:50
Colombia, Amsterdam, Stonehenge, Magic Mushrooms and more dubious stuff with Irishman Buck Mulligan. Buck is also a teetotaler, which in the whole scheme of things seems rather eccentric or perplexing, but that is just my candid opinion. Author of the book "Adventures on Drugs" which tells the story of visiting 6 countries to take the 6 drugs that they are associated with seems a little embarrassing for those nations in question, maybe. However, after listening to Buck, any hint of embarrassment disappeared pretty quickly. There is reason and some logic to these escapades, even the part about attending Solstice at Stonehenge. With regards to the prehistoric monument on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England , it's actually a "thing to do." Suffice to say, I must have led a rather sheltered life growing up there, because I have never heard of it. Regardless, listen to the stories surrounding his travels to places for reasons every else does not. Buck does have a "BUCKet List" also, which includes Iran, Thailand, and others. Keep up the good work and enjoy the experiences.
Volunteer work in 3 unimaginable areas of World poverty - Lisa Szkatulski ventures into places of destitution to support the locals.
15 Mar 2021
00:49:29
After listening to Lisa for 45 minutes, you'll come to the realization of how fortunate we are. She travels to Anand on the west coast of India, the City of God adjacent to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and La Chureca on the outskirts of Managua, Nicaragua. Why, you may ask? Because she wanted to. Not only do these places exhibit extreme poverty, but they also present an element of risk and danger. She has just released a new book called Faithful Nomad that has an intriguing subtitle of "Seven Rules for Finding Your Path... When There's No Destination." Check out her web site faithfulnomad.com also. Thinking of all what we had to endure and what we could not achieve in 2020, makes it even more important that we make the most of life in the future. Many of us have the overused term, "Bucket Lists", but those of us whose ambitions include travel, however obscure the destinations may be, must prevail or at least do our best in our ambition to learn how the rest of the world works. Thank you for your inspiring work Lisa. Safe travels.
Unsurpassed scenery, large birds of prey, nomads, camping, remoteness, temples, peacefulness, isolation are just a few of the words to describe the Mongolian Wilderness. My trip took me from North-Eastern Thailand via Bangkok to Beijing, China, where I stayed in a Transit Hotel for a few hours before the 1+ hour flight to Ulan Bator in Mongolia. After staying in the city for a couple of days, I ventured into the wilderness, including Terelj National Park. The excellent Selena Travel Group planned my transport and guide for the excursion. Note: You could do this yourself, but getting lost or car breaking down would not be good. The further away from UB I ventured, the more sparse it became. I experienced: camping in a Ger, getting up close and personal with a large Vulture and a White Eagle, spending time with a Nomadic family at their home, trekking up to Aryaval Monastery, climbing into the horse's head of the Genghis Khan Statue, to name a few. It was a very fulfilling adventure as well as educational. I was back in UB for Mother's and Children's Day, a celebration of family, which is a very important part of Mongolian culture. I also found an Irish Pub and a Mongolian Massage Parlor. All good. Finally departed on a MIAT flight to Hong Kong. Another Bucket List item checked off. Maybe one to add to yours.
The perfect Englishman's job, maybe - Co-Host of Travel Talks UK and Sky Sports Producer Alex Emery chats about work and travel aspirations.
13 Mar 2021
00:30:10
I read Alex's profile and thought, "these types of jobs weren't around when I was growing up." That's just me being jealous. Anyway, in this conversation, we talk about traveling for work and future travel when all of this Covid mess is behind us. Apart from being a Producer for Sky Sports in the UK, he travels for work. He even got to tour France for Euro 2016. Add to that, meeting and working with famous football players, such as Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne, Portugal's Christiano Ronaldo, and Egypt's Mohammed Salah. He is also co-host of Travel Talks, one of the UK's most popular travel podcasts. Check it out here: Travel Talks on You Tube
With both of these occupations, the word "travel" stands out, however like myself, he has a "Bucket List" which he has been working on during the relative "confinement" of 2020. We talked about the state of todays game of football, with the use of the VAR and overreaction by players to stiff tackles. I am a little "Old School" on this subject, so you'll have to excuse my whining (aka whinging across the pond). He's in a good place, although just waiting for the chance to travel more. Sounds somewhat like "Yours Truly."
Traveling the World with Purpose and Impact with Geoff DeVito from GDSynergy - Communication. Education. Cooperation.
15 Feb 2021
00:50:03
Geoff Devito has been consulting in the travel, tourism, and hospitality business for many years, however, in a capacity that you would never expect. His goal is to help make the travel experience to foreign lands meaningful and educational. He basically thinks a lot like me, which is the need to travel for a purpose, not just for enjoyment. Of course it is great to just lounge on a beach somewhere or visit a historical building in a major city such as London or Paris, for example, but enriching your life and learning about foreign cultures adds that little extra to the experience. Before the pandemic hit, Geoff was spending 11 months of the year on the road, with is incomprehensible to most people. I thought I was bad. He recently hosted a conference with the "Our World Heritage" Organization to discuss cooperation between conservation and consumption in the tourism industry, with members from around the World. Check them out at ourworldheritage.org.
Myanmar is never too far from making news headlines. It is a country that has endured much turmoil in its history, especially during World War II. More recently there was the UN reports for human right violations under military rule, but in 2010, a civilian government was installed, and then shortly afterwards it was approachable in my humble opinion. On the good side, it is a country of priceless treasures. 2014 came about. After careful planning, I took the trip. This came to a grinding halt at immigration, where I was refused entry and put inside a "Holding Room" before taking the last flight out of town. There were a few anxious moments, but I lived to tell the story. It cost me $ 400 for a non-refundable hotel bill, but I returned in 2015 for a more successful trip. Advice - do not argue with immigration officers in Myanmar.
The Minimalist Entrepreneur. Words of wisdom from Jermane Cheathem
12 Feb 2021
00:30:23
Based just outside Singapore, one of my favorite places on the planet, is where I found Jermaine Cheathem, an entrepreneur with his own set of rules that achieves a satisfying lifestyle for himself. We all want to be happy and contented in life, but sometimes when the pressure of work is so intense, there is little time to just chill out and do more recreational activities. Many entrepreneurs become successful, and the more they do, the more they want to do. It is almost like confidence in overdrive, however with growth, there will always be challenges, stress, missteps, employee and customer issues along the way. This could also be said for wealth. When is enough, enough? Without sounding religious, the Buddhists have the following statement absolutely correct, "Wealth does not equate to happiness." Jermane explains his work ethic. His company is almost on auto-pilot, which provides him space and time to do the things he loves. His common sense approach of "keeping it simple", relatively speaking, is a path many should follow. No one gets out of this place alive, but don't work yourself to death when you don't have to.
A brief visit to St. Petersburg, Russia - a city of greatness
07 Feb 2021
00:26:08
My first visit to Russia was back in 1990 to Moscow during the final days of the Soviet Union's existence and of course the end of communism. That episode is documented in the "Travel Diaries of an Atypical Businessman - Unfiltered" book in the chapter "The Gusty Winds of Change." My trip to St. Petersburg, Russia, although brief, was for pleasure reasons, as opposed to my working trip to Moscow all those years ago. In spite of government web site warnings and the closure of the U.S. consulate due to a spat between the two countries, I deemed it safe enough. St. Petersburg is steeped in history and turmoil. In addition, the architecture and iconic buildings are spectacular. Kazan Cathedral, Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, Peter and Paul Fortress, Hermitage Museum are just a few must see places. Theater is also big business in the city, however I didn't get to experience either an opera or classical music concert on this trip. I'll just have to go back. I stayed at the very nice Corinthia Hotel on Nevsky Prospect, an ideal location in the middle of the city, within walking distance of the main sites to explore. Obtaining a visa is a bit of a process, but well worth the time and expense. My only regret is that I did not stay a few extra days. A more detailed description of my trip to St. Pete is detailed in the book, "Planes, Trains, Taxis, and Tuk Tuks."
Nominated for Global Women of Influence Awards, Gail Gibson talks about her leadership roles around the world
13 Jul 2024
00:32:11
Gail Gibson, an accredited master coach, mentor, author, and podcast host is renowned for her transformative approach, The Can Do Way®. Gail's methods empower clients around the world to break through frustration and find fulfilment, sparking incredible personal and business growth. She captivates global audiences with her insights on growth mindsets, leadership excellence, and midlife wellbeing for women leaders. A champion of conscious, compassionate leadership, Gail's impact resonates across diverse regions, fostering sustainable success. When she's not inspiring others, she enjoys reading, green tea, haiku poetry, and forest bathing, finding solace in nature. A curious traveller at heart, Gail has lived and worked in Australia, Canada, the UK, and Malaysia. Together with her husband, she has explored over 30 countries, with many more adventures on the horizon.
How NOT to travel the World. First hand experiences by Australian Bing Fraser.
31 Jan 2021
00:43:22
There's nothing like starting out with a bang on your very first podcast hosting gig. Joining me was Bing Fraser from a land down under, where women glow and men plunder. He has some candid advice on how NOT to travel around the world, by actual experiences of being arrested, losing his front teeth, a case of schizophrenia, being robbed a few times, and cracking his skull open. Realistically he should be dead, but survived to tell the stories. For those of us who have traveled to various places in the world, we likely have had a few moments of nervousness or regret, but we all learn from our mistakes. Nothing ventured, nothing gained I say. Bing lives in the great city of Sydney, which, if you haven't been there already, add it to your Bucket List. While you are there, take a few days to visit New Zealand or one of the South Pacific Islands. You can read more about Bing here: https://www.instagram.com/kingbingfraser/ https://www.bingfraser.com/
He has also written a book with the dubious title of "Unprotected Treks" which details his escapades. Fasten your seat belt and give it a listen. Best enjoyed after a few beers or a couple of glasses of wine.
How I innocently ended up in the world’s wildest city – Pattaya, Thailand
24 Dec 2020
00:21:09
Patttaya diehards will look at this title and say BS and to be honest my explanation for being there is somewhat lame. My aim was to scuba dive around the islands of nearby Koh Khrok and Koh Larn. Not the best diving in the world, but decent enough to tempt me away from a 2-3 day layover in Bangkok. The diving never happened because of a sinus infection, likely from the international flight into BKK Airport. Yep, the old "sinus infection excuse" but I did have to go to the hospital to get checked out. Aside from that, I was able to venture out at night for a beer or two along Walking Street. My eyes nearly popped out of my head, when I encountered the wildest nightlife I have ever experienced. Hundreds of bars, cabarets of naughtiness, 24-hour nightclubs, live music, freelance ladies of the night, and even a Muay Thai boxing ring. You have to see it to believe it. Then you get sucked in to the electric atmosphere with the many tourists and ex-pats. What was once a quiet fishing village is now the craziest party town on the planet. Check it out on You Tube or Google, you'll see what I mean. I stayed 2 nights before I had to fly to somewhere a little saner and peaceful. If risque activities offend you, then don't go there. For me, not much on this planet surprises me any more these days. However, I can look back on this trip and smile a little. Pattaya is a city that ticks along like a well-oiled machine. Job opportunities and paying customers abound. Go there, I dare you.
Palawan is mostly always included in the top 10 of World's Best Islands by the premier travel magazines. From the stunning landscape and beaches of El Nido in the north to the natural and unspoiled beauty further south, it is worth a few days of your time. Even the typical Filipino will have this island of their country on the "Bucket List." I stayed in Puerto Princesa, the main city, to be close to great scuba diving and one of the Natural Wonders of the World, The Underground River. Two days of exquisite diving in the unbelievable calm waters provided me with time to completely chill out. Add to that, a boat ride into a cave with spectacular and haunting rock formations. Did I mention bats? Yes, there are loads of them in there. It's their home. Just had to remember to keep my mouth closed while looking upward.
A trip to the magical Taj Mahal - A wonder of the World
13 Nov 2020
00:16:49
Since I was on official business in India, I extended my stay for the very worthwhile trip to one of the wonders of the World, The Taj Mahal. Located in Agra, about a 4 hour drive from the chaotic city of Delhi, I booked an excursion. To keep my sanity, I would never drive in and around Delhi for any amount of $. The Taj Mahal is a magical place with unique architecture made from white marble. As the sun rises and sets, the light spawns off the colors of the rainbow. Commissioned by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died while giving birth to their 14th child, it emits an aura of something special and important. The musician Yanni played his epic "Tribute" concert on the grounds, a perfect complement to enhance its beauty. It's on video by the way. Listen to my trip experience, which is also detailed in my book Asia Specific. Another item on my bucket list fulfilled.
Over indulgence in The City of Angels - Angeles City, Philippines
04 Oct 2020
00:28:24
I went there twice, so you may ask the question of why? Actually, I don't have a believable answer other than it was a 2 day layover in Manila. It is not for the faint of heart, intolerant, or easily offended type of people. Although the city has an extensive history including American occupancy, it is today a haven for the partying crowd and the odd inquisitive type of individual such as myself. The famous "Over the Top" ABC Hotel (Angeles Beach Club) beckoned me, so I was led into temptation to experience what all the fuss was about. Think of these words from the Eagles song Hotel California. "You can check out anytime you want, but you can never leave." Just somehow seems appropriate. If it crosses my mind to consider anther visit, I vow to send myself to counselling.
Mae West's famous quote applies here. "You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough."
Which is the World's greatest country? Some food for thought
24 Sep 2020
00:27:22
Which is the World's greatest country? An intriguing question isn't it.
Living in the USA, you may have heard the statement from friends, relatives and politicians, "We are the greatest country in the World." People in other countries may say the same thing about their land. I am an inquisitive type of person, so I have replied to that statement a few times with the question of, "So why are we the greatest country in the World?" The response is typically either silence or something that does not answer the question.
This presentation is about various world indexes and rankings that are factors in determining our standard of living. While some countries can take credit for being the best at one thing, they may not excel at another. We probably would do better if we learned a little from each other.
Included in this 30 minutes spiel are responses to the, "Why are we the greatest?" question and various factual information from many documented trustworthy sources that support such parameters as: happiness, quality of life, corruption, human development, safest, mortality, longevity, health care, smartest, social progress, environmentally correct, stability, freedom, etc.
Like a sudden hope in the dark night of the soul - Yangon, Myanmar
13 Sep 2020
00:34:13
I went there twice, but the first time they would not let me in. Managed to get on the last flight out of town. One year later was the second attempt, however successful this time. A poor country with riches beyond belief. Shwedagon and Botataung Pagodas are both priceless and breathtaking in appearance. Areas of British colonialism such as Holy Trinity Cathedral and the Strand Hotel made me think I was back in the old country for a moment. In fact, there are pockets of Brits still living there. Food markets with unrecognizable meat and veggies. A band playing the Heart song "Alone" to me as I sat in a club by myself while being teased by flirtatious local girls. Feelings of being kidnapped by a taxi driver. Walking between pubs and getting lost at night. Guard dogs roaming the streets. Apart from that, just a normal type of trip you could say.
A Brit doing business in Argentina - mishaps, fun & edginess
10 Sep 2020
00:22:38
There is nothing quite like visiting Latin America to conduct business. However me, the Brit, visiting Buenos Aires, Argentina maybe classed as biting off more than being able to chew. Remember history - the Falklands War in 1982, the World Cup of 1966, Maradona's "Hand of God" goal in 1986. There were a few incidents that could rear their ugly head. Formal meetings, attending a local soccer game between rivals, cow glands for lunch, massive steaks, dog walking in bulk, an economic collapse, bars of questionable merit, plus others. All in the quest to succeed in business. I came through unscathed and intend to go back one day so I can learn the Tango and visit Patagonia. Fulfilling experience, passionate people, great city.
A Little Closer to Shangri-La. My epic journey to Lhasa, Tibet
04 Sep 2020
00:31:16
A long awaited Bucket List item was finally fulfilled. A long trip via Shanghai (incl. a ride on the world's fastest train) and Chengdu (incl. a trip to the Panda Rehabilitation Center) in China. Tibetan culture is unlike any other in the World. Going back in time to a region that is steeped in religion and spirituality with iconic temples and palaces is an truly epic adventure. Potala Palace, The Dalai Lama's residence before the uprising in 1959 was worth the trip by itself, but there is so much more to see and enjoy. Jokhang Temple, Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Debating Monks, Stir Fried Yak, my accommodation of the House of Shambhala, Smoldering Juniper, Himalayan Mountains, and the list goes on. Memories are precious. There's a process in getting permits and traveling there, but the information is here in this broadcast. If you have one trip left in you, this could be it.
A description of my awesome adventure to the country of Bhutan and my climb to Tigers Nest Monastery, situated high up on a rock face in the Himalayan Mountains. Just google it to see a picture and you''ll think it is unreachable. The adrenaline rush from the climb was quickly diminished on entering a meditation room to a feeling of inner peace and visions of my parents. It was indeed a spiritual moment, one that I have never experienced before. Words cannot adequately describe that feeling. The following day, I witnessed the King's birthday celebration at the national soccer stadium. Bhutan is a happy and peaceful country and I was very fortunate to have spent a few days in a land that develops and modernizes at its own pace.
The Joys of Jet Lag - The travelers mindset of being accepting and understanding of people around the world
23 Jun 2024
00:40:20
Kat Medina is an entrepreneur, world traveler, public speaker, and author of the book "The Joys of Jet Lag." Jet lag is a thing, and people who travel by plane for many hours through different time zones to reach their destination, can or will suffer from it. It is not pleasurable, however, the art of dealing with it can help in other ways. For example, it can help us be tolerant, accepting, and understanding of people in foreign lands around the world. We will be guests in their country, a place that is likely to have different customs and way life from us. As Kat describes her book, "How to use a traveler's mindset to not be an A-hole in daily life."
On a positive note, it is all educational, and will help us to respect our fellow human beings in the rest of the world.
Likely you have already thought about this but the planning logistics are a little challenging. Anything is possible and almost everywhere is accessible. This podcast presents some ideas, many of which have been experiences of yours truly, The Travel Addict. If there is one final adventure trip left in you or many, then just get it done. You do not want any regrets before you bow out of this World. These memories will stay with you forever.
"Of all the books in the World, the best stories are found between the pages of a passport."
You are never too old for adventure - Consider and Justify
24 Aug 2020
00:21:06
Should age be a factor in making the decision to embark on a trip of a life time? OF COURSE NOT. However, there are a number of things to consider before you can justify the expense and time. Health, time away, safety, location, culture shock, mannerisms, tolerance, and many more. This podcast asks some straight forward questions to the adventurous types. It you come through unscathed, then start planning your trip of a lifetime.
Think Mark Twain “Twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed with the things you didn’t do rather than the things you did.”
A quick introduction to the Travel Addict, who just wants 2020 to be gone. He cannot travel anywhere right now, especially to the obscure places on Planet Earth. This is a quick introduction to his addiction and the quest to learn how the rest of the World works. Travel book author, enrichment and motivational speaker, and other activities of questionable merit. www.malcolmjteasdale.com
Become bilingual and speak English and American - Part 2
24 Aug 2020
00:24:20
Start learning how to speak English and American. Having lived half of my life in the USA and half in Great Britain, I have become bilingual. Believe me, there is a difference. Accents, Dialects, Culture also play a part. I could say that I speak 5 languages if you throw in Canadian, Australian and South Africa, however I am not fluent in those. This two part podcast takes a lighthearted look at the some differences between English and American so people from both sides of the Atlantic can "seamlessly fit in" when they travel across the Pond. Enjoy.
Become bilingual and speak English and American - Part 1
18 Aug 2020
00:32:47
Start learning how to speak English and American. Having lived half of my life in the USA and half in Great Britain, I have become bilingual. Believe me, there is a difference. Accents, Dialects, Culture also play a part. I could say that I speak 5 languages if you throw in Canadian, Australian and South Africa, however I am not fluent in those. This two part podcast takes a lighthearted look at the some differences between English and American so people from both sides of the Atlantic can "seamlessly fit in" when they travel across the Pond. Enjoy.
Larger than Life and ambitious, Jamie Meyer talks about her World travels and how she motivates others
08 Jun 2024
00:35:39
Jamie is a traveller and entrepreneur from Australia. She was running a company at 23 and founded her own at 27. At age 30, she set out to explore the world, and has lived in various countries. She is the only person I know that has taken an Uber ride for 7 hours. That was along the coast in Mexico. She has led a full life that has included ups and downs, excitement, and lots crazy stuff, but she is still on a quest to keep it all going. A lady of many trades, she is a coach, mentor, advisor, speaker, designer, and rehabilitator She has predicted that she will die at an age of 103 and have written on her tombstone, "I came, I saw, and I conquered the most remarkable life." I believe her. Keep it going Jamie
Diversity & Inclusion professional Solene Anglaret describes her life overseas for the past 12 years
27 May 2024
00:33:35
Born and raised in France, Solene has lived abroad for over 12 years - in Norway, the United States, the United Kingdom, China, and Australia. Her passion for travel has also led her to visit more than 58 different countries so far.
Day-to-day, she works in diversity and inclusion as Programme Lead for Disabled Innovators for the UK's government agency for innovation, something she is really passionate about.
She also runs her own business: Be Beyond Borders, which is all about storytelling, creativity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. As part of this venture, she hosts a talkshow called 'The Inclusion Conversation and has published four books including a travel memoir (Where to Next?) and a children's story (Where Are You From?). She is now pivoting to offer facilitation, training, and mentoring.
The purpose behind everything she does is to break down borders and bring the world closer together, one conversation, one story, one connection at a time. She inspires and helps people from all over to live a life worth living - whatever that might mean for them.
Capturing the essence of elopements for couples around the world
18 May 2024
00:29:52
Zephyr et Luna’s founder, Ambre Peyrotty, captures the essence of elopements through nature’s unique light, crafting award-winning photography that preserves each moment in its most authentic and radiant form. With a background in travel agency and guiding, Amber brings unrivaled insight to orchestrate dream elopements, seamlessly blending exploration with exquisite imagery. So everybody out there, if you and your other half are looking to elope to a place of beauty and peacefullnes to create lifetime memories, Ambre is your "go to" person. Enoy the podcast.
Two Humans and a Dog - Travel adventures, Shakespeare and Folklore
27 Apr 2024
00:39:35
This is about Lauren, husband Jon and their dog Belka, who are living an adventurous life mixed in with a few variations of lifestyle every now and again. In Lauren's own words: "My proudest travel moments include taking a student expedition team to Ecuador. Having treated herself to a trip of the Trans-Siberian railroad for my 30th birthday, I am now looking forward to being in Japan for my 40th. Together with my husband, Jon, I run the travel website https://twohumansandadog.com. This focuses on dog-friendly adventure travel. We have enjoyed plenty of adventures together from a road trip around Cuba to diving in the Galapagos Islands. Recently we eloped and spent our honeymoon volunteering around the Balkans."
Lauren also has a passion for Shakespeare, Folklore, and Ghouls. Lengthy stays in the Isle of Skye and the Balkans add to their list of escapades.
The Travel Addict on a speaking gig around the Caribbean. Added bonus - an explanation of cricket inside 3 minutes
26 Apr 2024
00:20:36
Barbados, St. Lucia, Grenada, Tobago, Curacao, Bonaire, Aruba, and Dominican Republic. Culturally diverse, but each of these islands have their own history and personality. Collectively, the Travel Addict had 5 education talks to perform and in addition, by special request from a few pssengers, they wanted to hear an explanation of the rules of cricket. An abbreviated version it was to be, which is borderline giberish, however presents a brief and somewhat humorous explanation of one of the worlds oldest and most popular sports. Add in addition, a quick overview of the islands visited. Island hop or take a cruise ship folks, depending on what time you have. Lots to see and do. Stay active or stay relaxed.
Ex-Flight Attendant Autumn Carolynn expands her horizon in the travel business to focus on photography
17 Apr 2024
00:34:16
Autumn Carolynn recently had a goal to visit 30 countries within 30 years. Throughout her time traveling, she kept an on-going journal of all her travels and when reaching that goal, she created a book called "Traveling in Wonder". It was launched in February 24th, 2024. She was a previously a flight attendant, travel agent, travel design manager, and is now a travel photographer within the twin cities in Minnesota. She sells her canvases, matted prints, calendars, greeting cards, and more at art festivals and fairs around the Midwest!
The Travel Addict in Asia for a month - Philippines, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Singapore, Bhutan, and Thailand.
23 Mar 2024
00:27:31
I had a speaking gig on a cruise ship around Asia for 2 weeks, so I thought I would extend it for a week before and after. Presenting to people from the Americas, Europe, Asia, Australasia, and Africa was fullfilling and it was just great to be in an environment where humans from many parts of the world all got along with each other wonderfully well. Apart from presenting some history, geography, and cultural facts about countries in Asia, I decided to take on an extreme challenge and climb to Tigers Nest Monastery for the 2nd time, however I was now 9 years older. The great news is that I made it without passing out or falling off the mountain along the way, It's a very tough and strenuous trek up steep slopes in a rocky terrain. The reward for reaching this iconic building is a feeling of substantial achievement and enlightenment, at one of the most sacred places on planet earth. I visited the following:
What to do when you retire in your 60's - do volunteer work in Bangladesh, backpack around Latin America, sleep in a hammock in the jungle - Just normal stuff
31 Jan 2024
00:48:50
Alastair Henry did something not many people would think about doing when retiring in his 60s. He did volunteer work in Bangladesh, Guyana, and Jamaica. He also did his share of backpacking around the world, an activity normally associated with the younger generation. This is a prime example of "You are never too old for adventure", which is also a title of one of my presentation topics. He did surprise me when he stated that more people than we think do these commendable activities, even when they are in the latter part of their lives. Take note everyone. Life is short. Check out his web site and books: Alastair Henry - Fiction & Non-Fiction Author
Fellow Cruise Ship Luminary Max Vanaalst chats about his life as a Marine Biologist on the great island of Curacao.
21 Dec 2023
00:41:17
Max Vanaalst and I were both invited on the brand new luxury ship Explora 1 on its inaugural visit to Caribbean from Europe. We were contracted as Luminaries, as we provided educational and enrichment talks to passengers during the 2+ week cruise around the Caribbean, visiting islands such as Barbados, Bonaire, Dominica, Curacao, St. Lucia, St. Vincent, Martinique, St. Kitts and Antigua. A great ship with wonderful staff and delicious food.
Max and his company Branch Coral Foundation are doing a wondeful job preserving and expanding the coral reef system around Curacao. Listen and learn a little about the intricacies his company's work. Very commendable.
Wayne Butler's rollercoaster journey from boardrooms to self-discovery reminds us that our emotional currency can fuel a brighter future.
07 Dec 2023
00:43:11
Wayne has been chronicling his life's adventures, grappling with personal demons, recounting moments of shame, and reflecting on his wild, at times bewildering behaviors for over three decades. Now, using the wealth of insights contained within his extensive series of journals and life experiences, he has unveiled it all to the world in his debut book, "So It Begins: Dark Dreams, Demons, and Discovery." This book marks the first installment in a series that captures his myriad experiences and profound self-reflection as he embarks on a quest for redemption, striving to invest his emotional currency wisely. After an active life so far, he is still alive to talk about his escapades.
Kelly Keefe, Founder of Heartspace, drops by to talk about her travel stories and teachings.
19 Nov 2023
00:43:03
Kelly Keefe is a multi-disciplinary artist, best-selling author, innovative leader, empowerment guide, and Reiki teacher. She is the founder of The Heartspace, established in 2016 helping individuals and groups elevate into states of thriving. She works deeply with the Divine Feminine/spiritual world to endlessly create uplifting experiences, creations, and teachings. Her music is a multi-dimensional experience created with the intention to expose and elevate the different facets of herself, and as a reflection - of everyone. Kelly is a world traveler serving, performing, and creating as needed and desired. Ready to thrive and live alive? Listen and discover.
The Galavanting Goddess talks about her crazy outlandish life of travel and adventure
15 Nov 2023
00:39:06
This podacst is based on Lisa Ruoff's own personal experiences, as a single solo female traveler, within her highly unconventional life. Alaska to Cuba and Back is the story and is about leaving her little, off grid cabin in Alaska to make her way onto a sailboat off the east coast of the states, to sail around Cuba with a South African captain and the girl he met at a bar the night before. She wrote a book about this. Her second book, Bite of the Travel Bug , recently released, is about backpacking and hitchhiking adventures in both Australia and Africa. Hear about her experience with a Tasmanian Devil in, guess where, Tasmania. All fun stuff, and she is still alive to talk about it.
Meet the Gagnons. Enjoying the traveling life with disabled daughter Jordan and her Bucket List
10 Nov 2023
00:32:37
For the 100th episode of the Travel Addict Podcast, I find myself listening to an inspiring story about the Gagnon family from Canada. Daughter Jordan has a very rare illness has caused her to become disabled and wheelchair bound. Nevertheless, they travel, primarily because Jordan has her own travel Bucket List. With an attitude of, "we will make it happen", they have plans to travel and make the most of life. With an upcoming trip to Costa Rica and a cruise to Alaska, they intend to continue their travels under the challenging situation without hesitation. Hear mother Christa talk about their escapades and plans for the future. Very inspiring it is: Resilience, Determination, Courage, Bravery, and Strength are their core values
Mapmaker and artist Sonja Bajic describes living in 4 countries with the same street name before moving to Paris from Serbia
14 Oct 2023
00:43:18
Sonja a mapmaker, artist, and designer. For the first 26 years of her life,she lived in 4 countries while not changing her street address. You have to listen to this podcast to understand this logic. She moved to Paris 12 years ago from Serbia to complete her second master's degree in Urban Regeneration (her first was in Architecture). Paris ignited her creativity, and for the past 8 yearsshe has been crafting maps for companies and individuals. She believes anything can be turned into a map, aiding communication in the workplace and celebrating life. She has also climbed the Eiffel Tower 100's of times. We talk about her ex-pat life and the science of maps.
The thrill of teaching English in Bangkok, Thailand, with American Mitch Metzger
06 Oct 2023
00:44:54
Mitch Metzger helps people completely change their lives by traveling the world and getting paid to teach English abroad. If an opportunity like this was around when I was growing up in England, I would have given it some serious consideration. Mitch describes his time in Thailand teaching English and also teaching teachers. It may not be the highest paying job on the planet, but the advantages of living inThailand are many:
Low cost of living
Safe
Affordable accomodation
Good health care system
Hospitality of the country's citizens
A desirable place to live for ex-pats from all over the world
Culturally rich
Thailand's diversity
Fun
Easily accessible to other parts of Asia
etc.
He does return to the States every now and again, but after 2 weeks, he feels the need to get back to Bangkok. A frequent visitor to Thailand myself, I understand completely his desire to live there. In 2024, I will be there again.
Listen to his story as it is very inspiring to the younger generation who maybe looking for something "different" to explore in their lives. FIVE STAR reviews.
These days, I am more likely to visit and stay in a place where there are fewer people, however I do have some favorite major cities, which left their mark on me. Would I go back to these places? Of course I would. Below is a list of my favorite capital cities of the world. Each has their own personality and unique history.
In no particular order:
Edinburgh, Scotland
London, England
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Berlin, Germany
Kyiv, Ukraine
Bangkok, Thailand
Singapore
Stockholm, Sweden
Sydney, Australia
Vilnius, Lithuania
The picture inserted in my logo is a view of Sukhumvit Road in Bangkok on a typical day. Enjoy the short podcast.
Teacher & Traveler - Trisha DePasquale is educating school children about the World. Definitely the right thing to do.
09 Nov 2024
00:34:44
Trisha DePasquale is an early childhood educator and has been for more than 17 years and is also a world traveler.
Teaching kids about the world has been a love of hers throughout her entire teaching career. Providing teachers with resources to bring the world to their classrooms has become her passion.
She created Passport Adventures and American Adventures as a unique way to make children feel as if they are actually traveling to these places. A little imagination goes a long way, and it is quite inspiring.