Zero To Travel Podcast

Daniel Troia embarked on a bike journey across the USA relying on strangers' kindness. He shares insights on discomfort, unexpected life-changing encounters, and lessons on adversity, grief, and humanity. The episode discusses his travel documentary 'We Are All In This Together' and offers advice on long-distance biking and dealing with confrontations.

Have you ever wondered how you can lessen your environmental impact during your next adventure? Richard Hammond has devoted his life to helping others understand their environmental impact and how to make changes to live more sustainably.As an expert on low-carbon travel, eco-holidays, and sustainable travel, he's here to share tips and strategies to become more environmentally friendly travelers without being overwhelmed. We cover practical strategies for lessening your carbon footprint, why travel helps us understand ourselves as global citizens, how to spot a company using greenwashing as a marketing strategy, and so much more. Which of Richard's tips will you apply to your next trip? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.*We're sharing previous episodes to highlight Earth Month! Zero To Travel episodes are timeless and provide valuable insight whenever you listen.Premium Passport:Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all episodes for only $3/month. Subscribe now! Tune In To Learn: The reason travel is a necessity to build a more sustainable future Why you should work towards being carbon neutral when traveling  Tips for becoming a "flexitarian" when traveling Which forms of travel have the lowest carbon footprint What is "greenwashing" and how to spot a truly sustainable company Why becoming a green traveler is a state of mind How to find the most efficient airlines Simple packing tips to make your trip more environmentally friendly The 3 Golden Rules to be more environmentally friendly on your next trip How to seek new adventures as a green traveler And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Check out Green Traveller Get a copy of the Green Traveller book Follow on Instagram Want More? Is Your Summer Vacation Destroying The Planet? w/ Seth Kugel Biking The World For Climate Change w/ Devi Lockwood Conscious Travel Mindset With Robin Greenfield Thanks To Our Sponsors Nissan - There's no better vehicle for adventure than the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. Learn more at www.nissanusa.com. Wise - Wise can help you send, spend, and receive internationally without the hidden fees or exchange rate markups. Learn how Wise can work for you by downloading the app or visiting www.wise.com/travel. AeroPress - Say yes to better mornings fueled by better coffee. Visit aeropress.com/zerototravel to save 20% off your order.

Today, I’m joined by digital nomad and author Lisa Jansen to get her list of the top 10 New Zealand hidden gems and get a peak into the New Zealand campervanning lifestyle.Lisa is a long-term traveler based in New Zealand. She has been a nomad for over six years, five of which have been spent traveling across the country in her campervan. Her book Life Done Differently explores her decision to prioritize a nomadic lifestyle, favoring travel and van living over conventional familial and career pursuits.Lisa shares her eclectic mix of off-the-beaten-path places to visit, from surreal lakes and remote beaches to a steampunk town, a west coast alternative to the popular hot water beach, one of the best night sky views in the world, and where you’re most likely to naturally swim with dolphins.You’ll hear all about New Zealand vanlife, get tips and tricks for having your own campervan adventure, and gain plenty of insights into solo and long-term travel.👉 Want Lisa's list of New Zealand hidden gems? Click here to go to the website!Are you planning a trip to New Zealand? Which of these spots would you add to your list? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.Premium Passport:Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all episodes for only $3/month. Subscribe now! Tune In To Learn: How a one-year study abroad led to permanently living in New Zealand Her daily life in a campervan, work/life balance, and how she makes a living as a digital nomad Campervanning NZ 101: How to find a van, must-haves, and important things to consider Advice for this style of travel and mistakes to be aware of  The best New Zealand hidden gems, from the north island to the south Advice for tramping (hiking) the Great Walks in New Zealand  Why she decided to be child-free and how that’s allowed her to embrace new possibilities Why she decided to write a book on her experiences and what she’s learned about self-publishing Her thoughts on solo travel (plus an important safety tip for aspiring vanlifers) And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Learn more about Lisa at Life Done Differently Connect with Lisa on Instagram, Facebook Find a van in NZ with trademe NZ Vanlife Facebook Groups - Vanlife - New Zealand, Vanlife Singles NZ, Vanlifer NZ - Buy and sell campervans Want More? How To Campervan In New Zealand Epic Treks: Tramping New Zealand’s Te Araroa Trail Travelosophy and Adventures In New Zealand Thanks To Our Sponsors Nissan - There’s no better vehicle for adventure than the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. Learn more at www.nissanusa.com. Wise - Wise can help you send, spend, and receive internationally without the hidden fees or exchange rate markups. Learn how Wise can work for you by downloading the app or visiting www.wise.com/travel. AeroPress - Say yes to better mornings fueled by better coffee. Visit aeropress.com/zerototravel to save 20% off your order.

How does hearing someone else's story change your thoughts about the world?Today, I am joined by author and climate change activist Devi Lockwood to talk about her story-fueled cycling journey, which took her to 20 countries spanning 6 continents and eventually led her to write her first book, 1001 Voices on Climate Change.If you love story-telling or have ever wondered what it'd be like to do a 5-year bike tour, you do not want to miss this episode. Devi shares the roots of her inspiration, how she turned her vision into a reality, insights she gained along the way, and so much more.Do you have a passion project that has influenced your travels? I'd love to hear more about it and hope you will share by sending me an audio message.*We're sharing previous episodes to highlight Earth Month! Zero To Travel episodes are timeless and provide valuable insight whenever you listen.Premium Passport:Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all episodes for only $3/month. Subscribe now! Tune In To Learn: How a walk around the block turned into a 5-year journey The importance of surrendering to the flow and stepping outside of your comfort zone Why holding space for stories is important The power of making the first move Devi's best advice for making an impact on climate change How Devi prepared for her first 800-mile bike tour Why solo travel is the most social way to see the world Devi’s favorite destinations on and off the bike Lessons about listening & why inviting fear helps you overcome it Advice on finding funding for your passion project And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Get a copy of 1001 Voices on Climate Change Check out Devi's Website Learn more about Devi's Journey in writing the book Want More? Is Your Summer Vacation Destroying The Planet? w/ Seth Kugel Solo Adventure Cycling Around The World: Epic Bike Rides With Shirine Taylor Antarctica: Living And Working On The Frozen Continent w/ Leah & Zach Thanks To Our Sponsors Nissan - There’s no better vehicle for adventure than the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. Learn more at www.nissanusa.com. Wise - Wise can help you send, spend, and receive internationally without the hidden fees or exchange rate markups. Learn how Wise can work for you by downloading the app or visiting www.wise.com/travel. AeroPress - Say yes to better mornings fueled by better coffee. Visit aeropress.com/zerototravel to save 20% off your order.

Do you ever feel called to do something different? Do you want to make a BIG change in your life? Ingrid Alm and her family (husband, son, and dog) embarked on a human-powered adventure right from their doorstep in Oslo, Norway, to Nordkapp, Europe's northernmost accessible point by car. Their 2,000+ KM journey included walking, skiing, cycling, rowing, and even paddle boarding!In this episode, Ingrid shares the lessons they learned on this epic trip and how a need to shake things up from “normal” life led to their adventure. You’ll hear plenty of advice on how to kickstart your own journey of a lifetime, insight into making big changes, and much more.What trip or decision have you been considering? What’s been holding you back? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.Premium Passport:Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all episodes for only $3/month. Subscribe now! Tune In To Learn: Her college experience in the USA (and why Norwegians are so square) Insights into overcoming limiting cultural constructs and going all in on creative pursuits The lessons she’s taken away from working with special needs kids How they prepared for their human-powered adventure Family dynamics and things to consider when traveling with children in more extreme ways What she took away from the experience and how it changed their family going forward The pros and cons of some of the different modes of transport they used How the trip allowed her to connect with her home country The surprising acts of kindness and interactions they had with others Her advice for anyone considering making a change And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Follow Ingrid on Instagram Want More? 7 Bike Rides of a Lifetime With National Geographic’s Roff Smith Lessons from Coaching Olympians, Traveling to 150+ Countries, and 30,000+ KM of Human-Powered Travel with Antonio Cala Cross Country Canoeing: 7,500 Miles Into the Soul of America + an Unconventional Life of Travel With Neal Moore Thanks To Our Sponsors Nissan - There’s no better vehicle for adventure than the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. Learn more at www.nissanusa.com. Wise - Wise can help you send, spend, and receive internationally without the hidden fees or exchange rate markups. Learn how Wise can work for you by downloading the app or visiting www.wise.com/travel. AeroPress - Say yes to better mornings fueled by better coffee. Visit aeropress.com/zerototravel to save 20% off your order.

Travel undoubtedly makes us better people and, in turn, the world a better place. But does that good outweigh the negative environmental impacts? How can we be more conscious travelers?Robin Greenfield is a truth seeker, activist, social reformer, and servant to earth, humanity, and our plant and animal relatives. He lives simply and sustainably as a means of active resistance to oppressive, exploitative systems. Robin’s life is an experiment with truth and integrity – dedicated to liberation and equal rights for all.Robin shares his incredible story, and we talk about the life vows he committed to, including earning below the federal poverty threshold, keeping his net worth to a minimum, and owning few material possessions. This episode is packed with advice and insight to inspire you to become a more environmentally friendly traveler and positively affect the world and those around you. What small change can you make to become a more conscious traveler? I'd love to hear your ideas, and I hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.*This episode was originally published in 2018, but the insights are timeless! Zero To Travel episodes are evergreen, providing valuable insight whenever you listen.Premium Passport:Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all episodes for only $3/month. Subscribe now! Tune In To Learn: Why he chooses to live at the federal poverty line (and the logistics of living without money) His transformation into simple living and becoming a conscious traveler The problem with taking a black-and-white approach to issues How you can make your travels more sustainable and have a positive impact on the world (flying aside) Why money isn’t the only thing that makes the world go ‘round Why our way isn’t actually the “normal” way  How living simply affords him the ability to live the life that he wants Ways to start shifting your perspective in your own backyard How to explore your purpose or passion when you’re not sure where to start And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Visit Robin’s website WWOOFing Want More? Travel Legends Series: The Story of WWOOF – An Interview With Founder Sue Coppard What it Takes to Build a School w/ Adam Braun Why Flying Is Miserable (And How To Fix It) With Ganesh Sitaraman Thanks To Our Sponsors Nissan - There’s no better vehicle for adventure than the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. Learn more at www.nissanusa.com. Wise - Wise can help you send, spend, and receive internationally without the hidden fees or exchange rate markups. Learn how Wise can work for you by downloading the app or visiting www.wise.com/travel.

We are back with another installment of Travel Trends, Tools, and Tips for April 2024! Kick back and get ready to hear about four trends I recently came across and some important food for thought about travel, life, and creating a growth mindset. Which travel trend was most interesting to you? I'd love to hear your thoughts are and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.Premium Passport:Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all episodes for only $3/month. Subscribe now! Tune In To Learn: One of the best definitions of home I’ve ever heard The #1 thing to consider when making the transition to full-time travel (or prioritizing travel) Travel trends that will inspire you to travel in a new way Something you can do today that will set yourself up for a lifetime of enjoyment And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Read The Psychology of Money Read Autobiography of a Yogi Condé Nast article on travel trends Wiki article on mindset Want More? Travel Trends, Tools, and Tips (February 2024) How To Exchange Your Home For Free Accommodations Around The World w/ Emmanual Arnaud 16 Mindset Hacks To Help You Travel Long Term Thanks To Our Sponsors US Bank Altitude Go Visa Signature Card - Get 4 X the points on eating out and 2 X the points on groceries, entertainment services, and gas or EV charge stations. Apply today at usbank.com/altitudego to get 20,000 points by spending $1,000 in your first 90 days.  Nissan - There’s no better vehicle for adventure than the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. Learn more at www.nissanusa.com. Wise - Wise can help you send, spend, and receive internationally without the hidden fees or exchange rate markups. Learn how Wise can work for you by downloading the app or visiting www.wise.com/travel. AeroPress - Say yes to better mornings fueled by better coffee. Visit aeropress.com/zerototravel to save 20% off your order.

We're pulling past episodes from the archives to highlight Women's History Month! This episode was originally published in January 2016.What is your most outlandish travel dream? Ellen Miller has a list of incredible athletic achievements. She's the first American woman to summit Everest from both sides (north and south), the first American woman to climb the Himalayan Triple Crown, has summited every 14,000+ foot mountain peak in Colorado (there are 53 of them!), and was named Colorado Woman of the Year in 2002. On top of that, Ellen is an accomplished endurance athlete coach, adventure racer, Nordic skier, mountain runner, and the founder of Climb for Literacy. Ellen and I talk about her experience climbing Mt. Everest and what it really takes to conquer the biggest mountain in the world. Ellen shares insight into how to balance risk in extreme situations, advice on travel and athletics, and answers the question: Are endurance athletes born, or can they be made?What would you do if you could go anywhere and do anything? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you'll share them by sending me an audio message.Premium Passport:Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all episodes for only $3/month. Subscribe now! Tune In To Learn: The most important thing about a travel dream Why being told "go outside and play" can help with adventure How to leverage your accomplishments to provide amazing experiences for others How she kept climbing after a hip replacement What it really takes to make climbing Everest an enjoyable experience How to mentally prepare for the reality of climbing Everest Advice to get started on your quest Why you should thank your mother for her genetic gifts (if you perform well at high altitudes) How to change the neural pathways of your brain Top recommendations for staying fit while traveling And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Want to travel with me to Morocco? Sign up for more info! Read Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer Learn about The Literacy Project Want More? Riding 16,000 Miles Blind The First Woman To Walk Around The World with Polly Letofsky Walking Across America Thanks To Our Sponsors US Bank Altitude Go Visa Signature Card - Get 4 X the points on eating out and 2 X the points on groceries, entertainment services, and gas or EV charge stations. Apply today at usbank.com/altitudego to get 20,000 points by spending $1,000 in your first 90 days.  Nissan - There's no better vehicle for adventure than the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. Learn more at www.nissanusa.com. Wise - Wise can help you send, spend, and receive internationally without the hidden fees or exchange rate markups. Learn how Wise can work for you by downloading the app or visiting www.wise.com/travel. AeroPress - Say yes to better mornings fueled by better coffee. Visit aeropress.com/zerototravel to save 20% off your order.

Samantha Brown has been inspiring people to get out and explore the world for over two decades as a travel television host - a career that has taken her to over 250 cities in 74 countries and 44 of the United States. She was the host of Travel Channel’s “Great Hotels” and currently hosts PBS’s two-time Emmy-winning series, “Samantha Brown’s Places to Love.”This episode is packed with insight to take with you on your travels and entrepreneurial pursuits as we talk about Samantha's journey to becoming a successful travel expert.You’ll hear about the 10-year buffer she gave herself to make it in NYC, lessons from connecting and communicating with strangers all over the world, what she’s doing behind the scenes that’s critical to the success of her shows, plenty of travel talk, and so much more.What is the biggest lesson that travel has taught you? I'd love to hear what it is and hope you’ll share by sending me an audio message.Premium Passport:Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all episodes for only $3/month. Subscribe now! Tune In To Learn: What she learned while struggling to make it in the entertainment industry How to build rapport, ask better questions, and connect with anybody A critical thought to consider when communicating across cultures Why you should revisit your hometown as an outsider Why everyone should take a solo trip How she balances a fulfilling career with family life Her pivot to entrepreneurship and becoming a producer Why she loves visiting absurd destinations The problem with the media’s narrative on travel  The biggest lesson she’s learned from travel and her career And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Want to travel with me to Morocco? Sign up for more info! Visit Samantha’s website Follow Samantha on Instagram Want More? Travel Legend Rick Steves Live Life Now! (w/ Jeff Jenkins from Chubby Diaries) Oneika Raymond on The Art of Storytelling, Nomad Life, How To Choose A Home Base, And What It’s Like Behind The Scenes As A Travel TV Personality Thanks To Our Sponsors US Bank Altitude Go Visa Signature Card - Get 4 X the points on eating out and 2 X the points on groceries, entertainment services, and gas or EV charge stations. Apply today at usbank.com/altitudego to get 20,000 points by spending $1,000 in your first 90 days.  Nissan - There’s no better vehicle for adventure than the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. Learn more at www.nissanusa.com. Wise - Wise can help you send, spend, and receive internationally without the hidden fees or exchange rate markups. Learn how Wise can work for you by downloading the app or visiting www.wise.com/travel. AeroPress - Say yes to better mornings fueled by better coffee. Visit aeropress.com/zerototravel to save 20% off your order.

We're pulling past episodes from the archives to highlight Women's History Month! This episode was originally published in February 2016.Sarah traveled 10,000 miles on foot from Siberia to Australia—alone. It was an epic walk that lasted three years, during which she survived the mafia, drug dealers, thieves on horseback, temperatures from subzero to scorching, dangerous wildlife, and many other life-threatening occurrences. Her tales of survival, nature connections, perseverance, various encounters, and overall incredible spirit are documented in her book Wild by Nature.Sarah and I discuss the deep meaning behind her extreme walking adventures and the lessons she’s learned from these experiences. Get ready to be inspired as we explore themes of following your curiosity, trusting your intuition, and creating deeper connections with yourself and the world around you.Would you go on a walking adventure? What lesson from Sarah stood out to you the most? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.Premium Passport:Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all episodes for only $3/month. Subscribe now! Tune In To Learn: How to have a more authentic travel experience How to push your boundaries (and use the resources you have within) What it’s like to follow your heart and discover your mission How to assess any situation to figure out what is actually going on How to differentiate real fear from fear you create Your ultimate ally in dealing with new experiences Her trick for creating positive thinking Practical tips for those looking to do extreme adventures And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Want to travel with me to Morocco? Sign up for more info! Read her book Wild by Nature Want More? Walking 300 Miles In Medieval Armor + Being The Change w/ Lewis Kirkbride Walking Across America The World Walk (Trilogy): Lessons From A 7 Year Walk Around The World w/ Tom Turcich Thanks To Our Sponsors US Bank Altitude Go Visa Signature Card - Get 4 X the points on eating out and 2 X the points on groceries, entertainment services, and gas or EV charge stations. Apply today at usbank.com/altitudego to get 20,000 points by spending $1,000 in your first 90 days.  Nissan - There’s no better vehicle for adventure than the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. Learn more at www.nissanusa.com. Wise - Wise can help you send, spend, and receive internationally without the hidden fees or exchange rate markups. Learn how Wise can work for you by downloading the app or visiting www.wise.com/travel. AeroPress - Say yes to better mornings fueled by better coffee. Visit aeropress.com/zerototravel to save 20% off your order.