Discovering Adventure in Familiar Places

#84: Travel writer and author, Rolf Potts joins Chris to discuss time wealth, why that's such a vital topic in life and what anyone can take from the concept to travel more richly. They also talk about how to adapt to the changes in travel technology and still have amazing adventures, why Rolf once traveled for six weeks without luggage and what you can learn from that experiment, how leaving your phone behind or getting lost might create richer experiences, and why he thinks that as you get older, you can still have richer and fulfilling travels.

Rolf Potts (@rolfpotts) is an esteemed travel writer, teacher, and author. He’s reported from more than 60 countries across six continents for publications like National Geographic Traveler, the New York Times Magazine, Sports Illustrated, National Public Radio, and the Travel Channel. His most recent book is The Vagabond's Way: 366 Meditations on Wanderlust, Discovery, and the Art of Travel

Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/vagabonding-rolf-potts

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Resources Mentioned

Connect with Rolf Potts: Website | Instagram | Twitter

Books

• Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel
• The Vagabond's Way: 366 Meditations on Wanderlust, Discovery, and the Art of Travel
• Paris Writing Workshops
• No Baggage Challenge
• Blundstone
• AirTreks
• Podcast: Deviate 131: Kevin Kelly on travel

Resources Mentioned 

• The 4-Hour Work Week: Escape the 9-5, Live Anywhere and Join the New Rich
• Die With Zero: Getting All You Can from Your Money and Your Life
• Use this TikToker’s viral travel tip to find the best places to stay

Full Show Notes

(00:27) The Book That Sparked an Eight-Month Backpacking Trip

(02:14) Dispelling Common Travel Misconceptions

(05:04) Embracing World Travel and Your Dreams

(06:03) Travel Safety: Mindset and Navigating "Clickbait"

(07:40) Hacks for Hotel Expenses and Flexible Itineraries

(11:03) Slowing Down for Travel Pleasures

(12:45) Investing in Time Wealth for Fulfilling Travel

(16:27) Pitfalls of Arbitrary Net Worth Goals

(19:43) Active Integration of Money, Income, and Interests

(20:51) Discovering Your True Desires

(26:26) Core Life Themes from Travel

(29:19) Immersive Strategies in New Places

(34:08) Attitudes and Rituals Cultivated from Travel

(35:44) Immersive Cultural Experiences at Home

(37:37) Unique Family Travel Experiences

(39:18) Tips for Families Traveling with Children

(41:20) Slow Travel: More by Doing Less

(42:24) Authentic Immersion via Home Swaps

(47:24) Crafting Unforgettable Moments

(48:02) Tackling and Checking Off Your Bucket List

(50:26) Unique Encounters Beyond Long Journeys

(54:01) Lessons from Baggage-Free Travel

(57:09) Rolf Potts’ Essential Travel Items

(58:13) Disconnecting from Technology While Traveling

(1:02:57) Budget-Saving Travel Hacks

(1:06:00) Experiencing Cities Through Flâneuring

(1:08:22) Where to Connect with Rolf Potts Online

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