Tony Giles has visited 130 countries on 7 continents and counting. He’s written 3 books, delivered an epic TEDx talk, and has been featured in major media all over the globe, including the BBC and Travel + Leisure.
In this episode, Tony shares his inspiring story of traveling the world as a blind solo traveler. He talks about his struggles growing up with alcohol and kidney disease, his trust in strangers, the surprising advantages of being blind, how he unintentionally became a motivational speaker, and so much more.
How did Tony’s story change your perspective on travel?
I’d love to hear your thoughts and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.
Premium Passport:
Tune In To Learn:
- How Tony become blind and partially deaf, and his personal struggles with alcohol addiction and kidney disease
- The pivotal moments that sparked Tony’s passion for travel and the challenges he’s overcome
- How Tony’s book, “Seeing the World My Way,” came to fruition and the therapeutic effects of sharing his story
- How Tony navigates through the world by utilizing “body feeling”
- The drawbacks of traveling as a sighted person and the advantages of traveling blind (like being able to touch the Liberty Bell!)
- The story of how he unintentionally became an inspirational speaker
- Why Tony feels he is less vulnerable than sighted people and how he’s learned to trust others
- What solo travel has taught Tony about himself
- His most memorable interactions and experiences
- Which countries may be more difficult for him to visit
- Where you should visit on your trip to England
- His best travel advice for everyone
- And so much more
Resources:
Want More?
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.
