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This week on the podcast, we’re doing a bit of a life update, sharing about our recent trips to Hawaii and Cabo, as well as giving you some big personal news and show updates. We kick off the episode by talking about our first trip of 2024, which was a family trip to Maui, Hawaii. We talk about what it was like to visit Mauii post-pandemic and after the Lahaina fires, as well as share a little bit about what we did while we were there. We also talk about our trip to Cabo San Lucas, comparing it with other Mexican beach destinations and discussing travel logistics, accommodations, and activities. The episode concludes with some big personal news of expecting a second baby very soon, preparations for welcoming a second baby to the family, and discussing a temporary pause on the podcast to focus on family life. Enjoy!
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This week on the podcast, we’re excited to welcome back Andy Corbley, a traveler, writer, and the founder of World at Large News. In this episode, Andy discusses significant changes in his life, including becoming a father and publishing his travel book 'On the Face of It: A Traveler On His World.' The conversation covers Andy's unique approach to travel literature, his recent travels, and the process of writing and publishing his book. Andy also shares his insights on human kindness across cultures, as well as what’s next for him travelwise, his future projects, including a second book that he’s working on, and much more. Enjoy!
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This week on the podcast, we’re chatting with Nathan Aguilera, a longtime friend and recurring guest, to discuss his 10-year journey as a digital nomad and food blogger. In this episode, Nathan shares his experiences visiting nearly 70 countries across five continents, managing an online business, and launching a new project targeting LGBTQ+ nomads. The conversation spans topics such as the trials and joys of digital nomadism, the impact of the pandemic on travel blogging, finding community on the road, and Nathan's tips for aspiring nomads. They also delve into broader themes of safety for LGBTQ+ travelers, adapting to changes in the blogging industry, and the importance of connecting with locals. Nathan highlights some of his favorite travel destinations, including Buenos Aires, Mexico City, and Madrid, mentions his worst airline experience, and much more. We hope you enjoy it!
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In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Margaux Miller, a global community builder in the tech industry. Margaux shares her experiences as a woman in tech, her advocacy efforts, and how she leverages LinkedIn for networking during her travels and remote work. She delves into balancing work and travel, including tips for slow travel, the benefits of staying a month in places, the implications of renting out a home, and the advantages of targeted networking. Margaux also shares her intricate process of researching locations based on parameters like Wi-Fi access and proximity to co-working spaces before settling in for work, emphasizing the importance of insurance and local advice. Her journey shows the evolution of work and travel, providing keen insights for potential digital nomads and other solo female travelers. Enjoy!
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This week on the podcast we are diving into the final part of our Argentina series, focused on the captivating city of Buenos Aires. Often referred to as the "Paris of South America," Buenos Aires offers a vibrant cultural scene, rich history, and a unique blend of European and Latin American influences. Join us as we share our experiences and insights on exploring Buenos Aires!
In this episode, we talk about what it was like to visit Buenos Aires for the second time 9 years later, how long we went for, what we did, where we stayed and some of the best neighborhoods to stay in as a digital nomad, the food scene, a few recommendations for top tourist activities in the city, and more! Enjoy! -
In this episode of the podcast, we are talking about our experience in Bariloche, a city located in Argentina's Patagonia region. We talk about our time spent in the city, its stunning alpine scenery, and its location in the Lake District near the Chilean border. We also discuss the city's climate and the surprising cold weather that we encountered during our visit. Despite the unseasonably cold weather, we still managed to get out for some adventures! Our adventures included a visit to the Cerro Campanario viewpoint, drives along the scenic Circuito Chico, and hiking excursions. We also mention some of the numerous restaurants and breweries that we enjoyed, including a high tea experience at Hotel Llao Llao. Despite some challenges, such as inclement weather and illness, we highly recommend Bariloche for its beauty, food, and family-friendly atmosphere, and can’t wait to go back! Enjoy!
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We're kicking off 2024 with our first podcast episode about our trip to Argentina! We spent the month of November 2023 in Argentina and are so excited to share about our adventures. In this episode, we talk about why we decided to go to Argentina, where we went and why, and how we were preparing for this trip for an almost 2-year old toddler. We also share how our travels to Argentina went well and our first impressions of Bariloche. Enjoy!
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It's the most wonderful time of the year! That's right, the holiday season is upon us and that means that it's time to review 2023. In this episode, we reflect on the last year, including where we went, what we did in each place, how each trip was, as well as some of our highlights from the year.
We start by talking about our trip to Panama and Colombia, and what we learned about balancing parenthood and work-life with traveling. We also dive into our trips to Japan, Canada, the US, and Argentina, discussing our experiences in each country and the valuable lessons that we learned along the way! Since we spent 2023 based in Mexico, we had lots of opportunities to explore Mexico so we also share about the domestic trips that we took this year. Finally, we end the episode by sharing what's next for us in 2024 and some of the upcoming trips that we have planned for the year!
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This week on the podcast we are talking about air travel with a baby from 0-12 months old. We kick things off by sharing the different stages and ages that we've traveled with Lou and what we've learned through these different trip. We also share our top tips for traveling with a baby from 0-6 months old, as well as our tips and what changes traveling with a baby from 6-12 months old. This episode includes tips on traveling with car seats, strollers, baby carriers, diaper bags, how to pack for a flight, snacks, activities, the difference between traveling with a small baby vs. an almost toddler, why traveling at this age is actually awesome, and much more. Enjoy! In this episode:
Differences in traveling with a 0-6 month old baby and a 6-12 month old babyThings to consider prior to boarding the plane with a babyOur experience flying with a baby on airlines in the pastCar seat and stroller setups for travelingGoing through airport security with a large baby scroller and what to be aware ofThe biggest issue with having a baby on a planeThe two biggest changes we made with Lou getting olderOther tips and thoughts on air traveling with a baby -
This week on the podcast we are joined by Rekha Magon. Rekha is the co-founder of Boundless Life, an avid world traveler and an ed-tech entrepreneur. She leads the charge for Boundless Education and is whole-heartedly passionate about creating a purposeful and personalized, hands-on learning approach where children learn by experiencing the world. This is a philosophy and approach to learning that we are really aligned with so we were really excited to talk with Rekha! In this episode, we talk about what Rekha's philosophy on childhood education, how and why she co-created Boundless Life, what the process of creating a worldschooling program has been like, where they have programs and what these programs offer families, and much more. Enjoy! In this episode:
Rekha’s travel historyThe founding idea of Boundless Life and how Rekha got involved with itHow Rekha got started with worldschooling with her own kidsThe logistics of starting a school in a different countyBoundless Life being based off of a Finnish learning system and why Rekha used that as a template for her own businessDifferences in the day to day of worldschooling versus more traditional schooling modelsThe various locations and countries that Boundless Life operates in and why those locations specifically were chosenPlaces that Rekha hopes to launch schools in nextGuest links: Boundless Life: https://www.boundless.life/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boundlesslife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@boundlesslife9304 -
This week on the podcast we are joined by Hannah Dixon. Hannah is a VA and Freelancer Coach, Recruiter, and the Founder of Digital Nomad Kit. Committed to creating a more equitable future through the freedom and accessibility of freelancing, her teachings have readied 27,000 learners in over 170 countries to work with leading entrepreneurs across all industries. With 15 years as a full-time digital nomad, her insights are highly sought-after, contributing regularly to publications like Business Insider and Forbes, and delivering global talks on her areas of expertise. In this episode of the podcast, Hannah shares a bit about her travel story and how she got into working as a VA, why she created Digital Nomad Kit, why becoming a VA is a great career for travelers and digital nomads, tips for getting started as a VA, and much more! This episode is jam packed with goodness! Enjoy! In this episode:
Hannah’s travel origin storyHannah’s discovering of remote work, the ability to work online, and how it changed the course of her careerFinding VA opportunities early on in Hannah’s careerThe shift of being a virtual assistant and turning it into your own business and communityThe locations and countries Hannah has been staying since starting a career as a VATips for those who may be interested in starting a career as a VA and where to startBalancing productivity of your business while travelingThe method of choosing a destination and how long the stay should beGuest links: Website: https://digitalnomadkit.com/ -
This week on the podcast we are joined by our friends Mitko & Sarah Karshovski. Mitko & Sarah are full-time digital nomads who are currently based in Mexico. In 2022, they adopted a dog named Dexter, and are here to share what life has been like traveling and being nomadic with a pet. In this episode, Mitko & Sarah share their considerations when deciding to get a dog, what is required to fly with a dog, how having a dog has made travel different than it was before, what they've learned over the last year of traveling with Dexter, and much more. Enjoy! In this episode:
Mitko and Sarah’s life and travel highlights since they were last on the podcast in 2021The decision to get a pet and making sure it works with a nomadic lifestyleAdopting Dexter and the resources they used to find the right dogThe filters to search with when finding an animal that is travel compliantThe paperwork and procedures for flying Dexter from the US to MexicoBooking accommodations and knowing which places are pet friendlyCases where Mitko and Sarah haven’t travelled with their dog and how they arranged accommodations for DexterOther tips and advice for traveling with a petGuest links: Cincy Scoop: https://www.cincyscoop.com/ Remote Insider: https://www.remoteinsider.xyz/ -
This week on the podcast we are joined by Heath & Alyssa Padgett! Their story started with a 50-state cross-country road trip in an old RV as two broke newlyweds. After they finished that trip, they had fallen in love with travel and couldn't imagine go back to what they were doing before they started traveling, but also wanted to create value in their work and career. Over the last 8 years, they've written two best-selling books, started & sold a software business, and hosted a conference for fellow RV entrepreneurs. To keep traveling, they sold all their businesses, giving them the time to enjoy traveling with their two beautiful kiddos. They're currently splitting their time between Colorado and international travels as a family of four, and our paths crossed outside of a Starbucks in Kanazawa, Japan! In this episode of the podcast, Heath and Alyssa share a bit about their journey as travelers, entrepreneurs and parents, including why they love traveling the world by RV, how they've been able to strike a balance between working and traveling, what it was like traveling Japan in an RV, what's next for them travel-wise, and much more. Enjoy!
In this episode:How Heath and Alyssa got into travelling and RV travel in particularVisiting all 50 states, and the first trip in an RVHighlights of their first year of travelingFinding sustainable work while living in an RVBuilding a family and having a baby while pursuing a lifestyle of travelExploring Japan by RV and how Heath and Alyssa came to that decisionThe logistical side of traveling abroad by RVSelling their house and what’s in store for the future for Heath and AlyssaGuest links: Website: https://heathandalyssa.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathandalyssa -
We're wrapping up our Japan series with an episode on Tokyo! While there are literally thousands of things to see and do in Tokyo, we narrowed down some of our favorite experiences to create a list of 10 awesome things to see and do there. In this episode, we talk about the Tokyo Skytree, the Tokyo Tower, some of our favorite neighborhoods and parks to explore, where to go see cherry blossoms, the Shibuya crossing, Tsukiji fish market, a few unique experiences that you don't want to miss in Tokyo, and much more! Enjoy! Enjoy! In this episode:
The Tokyo Skytree, what to expect, and places of interest in the surrounding areaThe iconic Tokyo Tower and where to go see cherry blossomsThe parks of Tokyo and the two that were our favoritesExploring around the neighborhoods of Tokyo and the best places to visitThe Shibuya crossing and the Tsukiji fish marketOther significant or interesting spots we visited while in Tokyo -
This week on the podcast we're talking about Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe and Nara. We based ourselves in Osaka for nearly 2 weeks and took that opportunity to explore the city of Osaka, including the Osaka Castle, Dotonburi, Universal Studios Japan, as well as some of the amazing restaurants and arcades that Osaka has to offer. We also took a number of day trips from Osaka and explored Kyoto, Kobe, and Nara. In this episode, we share why we chose Osaka, what the city is like, as well as what we did on each of our day trips, and much more. Enjoy! In this episode:
An overhead view of how we planned out this part of our Japan tripWhy we chose Osaka in particularHow we split up our days working while traveling around OsakaOur day trips to Kyoto, Kobe, and NaraTravelling by train in Japan and planning out your routes in advanceSpending 5 days in central Osaka, and our highlights from visiting restaurants and arcades in the cityVisiting Universal Studios Japan, the Osaka Castle, Dotonburi, and more -
This week on the podcast we are continuing to share our adventures from Japan! In this episode, we're joining you from Tokyo and talking about our travels to Yudanaka and Shibu Onsen in Nagano prefecture where we stayed at a ryokan, enjoyed the onsens, and saw the snow monkeys! We also share a little bit about our time in Kanazawa, including what we did, where we went, and what we've been learning on this trip traveling with a baby. We really loved our time in Yudanaka and Kanazawa and would definitely recommend adding them to your list of awesome places to travel in Japan! Enjoy! In this episode:
Visiting the town of Yudanaka and why we decided to go there in the first placeGetting outside of the city of Tokyo and spending more time outsideThe ryokan we stayed at while in Yudanaka and experiencing authentic Japanese foodSeeing the snow monkeys for the first time and what we observedThe convenience of cheap and tasty food around YudanakaOur experiences in the beautiful city of NaganoThe ease of city to city travel in JapanOur time in Kanazawa and our favorite spots from our visit -
Hello from Japan! This week on the podcast, we are joining you from Osaka, Japan! In this episode, we give you a play-by-play on how our long travel day went, including the 3-hour drive to Mexico City, 6 hours waiting in the airport for our flight, our 15-hour long haul flight, and then the 3 hours from touchdown until we arrived at our hotel. We talk about what it was like to arrive in Japan, how we dealt with the jet lag, and how baby Lou did through all of the big travels and change. We also talk about how nice it's been to be back in Japan after 6 years and how much we're enjoying the cleanliness, organization, efficiency, and quietness of the country! Plus, we share a little bit about what it was like to revisit Tokyo 6 years later, including some of the things that we did during our first few days there. Enjoy! In this episode:
Getting to the airport, waiting for our flight for 6 hoursTackling a 15-hour long haul flight with a baby and our first impressions of the flight experienceLanding in Japan and our experience getting off the plane and out of the airportDealing with jet lag and what we did to minimize its effectsOur first impressions of Tokyo and Osaka, and returning to Japan after 6 yearsCultural differences and dealing with the language barrierOur plans for the rest of our time in Japan and what we're looking forward to experiencing -
This week on the podcast we're talking about our upcoming trip to Japan! This is our first time taking Lou on a long-haul flight and in this episode, we share the preparation that we've done for both the trip and the flight. We talk about why we're going to Japan, how we planned this trip differently than others, what has gone into our preparation for a 15-hour flight and the jetlag that will follow, and much more. You can expect updates from Japan very soon! Enjoy! In this episode:
Why we decided to go to Japan for our first long-haul over the ocean tripHow we have prepared for the Japan trip and our flightPlanning this trip differently from othersDealing with a 15 hour flight and the jetlag that comes along with thatPlanning to go to Japan in 2020 before the pandemic hit, and how our plans have changed with sinceAltering our Japan travel plans now that we have a baby in the pictureHow we’re packing for our trip -
This week on the podcast we are answering a few questions submitted by listeners of the show! We're talking about life in Mexico, raising a child abroad, safety concerns, our favorite tacos, what's on our travel bucket lists and more! This episode was really fun to record so hopefully you guys enjoy it and if you have a question that you'd like us to answer, feel free to send it our way for the next Q&A episode. Enjoy! In this episode:
Cooking vs. eating out while travelingSafety in MedellinExploring the cost of living in MexicoOur favorite tacosWhat it was like getting set up in MexicoWhat’s on our travel bucket list -
Mexico is an amazing place for a beach vacation, a road trip, or a few weeks or months of traveling around! There is so much to see and do in Mexico, but because it's such a big, diverse country, we often get asked what is the best way to travel Mexico. In this week's podcast episode, we discuss the best ways to get around Mexico - plane, bus or driving. We share considerations for each, companies that we recommended, the pros and cons of each mode of transportation, price considerations and more. We hope this episode is informative and helps you plan your next trip to Mexico! Enjoy! In this episode:The best ways to travel in MexicoFlights, buses, and driving - everything you need to knowThe pros and cons of each mode of transportationConsidering pricing while travelingThings to try and avoid at the airportCompanies that we recommend traveling withOptions for traveling in a car
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