Extra Pack of Peanuts Travel Podcast

Scouring the globe for the best desserts can be a thankless task...haha, who am I kidding?  It's awesome.  And 2024 was a banger of a year for desserts in the Sherry household! From Mexico City bakeries to small North Carolina markets, this list has it all - including two (yes, TWO) British "breakfast" items.  Grab a bib - because you're about to drool!  (and then let us know on instagram @extrapackofpeanuts what you're favorite dessert of 2024 was).

From cocktail bars behind deli shops in Barcelona to a Polish brewed beer using Philadelphia yeast drank in the northwest corner of Spain (yes, it's as confusing as it is delicious), we sampled some of the best coffees, cocktails, and beers we've ever had in our lives during 2024... ... and this episode reveals them all!

From calamari and patatas bravas on the Costa Brava to poolside chicken fingers in Surfside Beach and from pomme frites in Amsterdam to, wait, more chicken fingers (???), this episode is as varied and delicious as the Shady Maple breakfast smorgasbord*  (IYKYK).  

Episode 2 of our 6 part Year in Review answers all those burning questions like "did frugal Trav really drop $500+/night on a hotel?", "if so, did Trav pass out immediately after hitting book on said hotel?", "what's it like inside a Mexican sweat lodge?", and "how easy is it to find your wallet if it gets buried in the sand in a seaside town in the Netherlands?".     Stories abound, so hit play and enjoy!

For the 9th year, we are back with our 6 part Year in Review, starting with 2024 travel stats.  How many places did we sleep last year?  Did we spend multiple nights on an airplane (unfortunately, yes).  What new places did we visit?  And how many total miles did we travel in 2024?  All these answers, and more, in this jam packed episode.

In this chat, Francis Tapon, a crypto early adopter and travel author, dives deep into the world of cryptocurrency and its significance for travelers. He offers a beginner's guide to crypto and shares insights on Bitcoin's future, highlighting its potential as a digital asset. Tapon explains the benefits of crypto for enhancing travel freedom and discusses the evolving landscape of investment psychology among younger investors. He also weighs in on environmental concerns related to Bitcoin mining and the future of global currency.

After living there for the past 10 (!!!) years, Jason shares what life as an expat is like in Norway, why he moved there in the first place (hint: ❤️), the reserved nature of Norwegians and if it's a warranted stereotype and of course, his favorite Norwegian foods. We also discuss the challenges and rewards of living in a different culture, the difficulty of understanding cultural references, the importance of shared background in creating a sense of belonging, and the impact of social media on cultural awareness.

Jason Moore, co-host of the Zero to Travel podcast and a member of the rock band Laundry House, shares his travel wish lists spanning solo trips to dream destinations. He and Travis dive deep into the essence of planning adventures together, reflecting on past journeys and upcoming travels. They discuss the realities of family travel, balancing adventure with practicality, and even share romantic visions of tropical escapes and ski trips. Their light-hearted banter inspires listeners to dream bigger and plan fulfilling journeys.

Heath Padgett, former broke newlywed and now parent and RV entrepreneur, discusses visiting all 50 states in the US while working various jobs, how traveling with kids compares to a "nested life" in Colorado (and it's probably not what you expect), and his experience with Boundless Life, which offers a blended lifestyle of travel and community for families in various countries around the world.

What do red berry G&T's, El Jefe, the Northern Lights, and elementary school field trips have in common?  Those, plus 20 other things, are all things we were (unexpectedly) thankful for in 2024.  Have a listen - and let us know on instagram @extrapackofpeanuts what you are thankful for in 2024.