Zero To Travel Podcast

Do you want to live your best travel life? Mike Savas shares his practical strategies and mindset shifts to help you make big changes and start living your most epic life today.Mike is an adventure seeker, entrepreneur, and positivity influencer who focuses on leading and inspiring others by example. After quitting his corporate job, Mike joined Bon Jovi's team and founded SUPER, a VIP experience company that elevates the fan experience. His clients have included The Rolling Stones, President Obama, Oprah, Eminem, Katy Perry, and more. Mike Savas shares his journey from leaving corporate to living his best life, traveling to places like Nepal to help after an earthquake, and working with global artists and personalities through his business.You'll gain insight into how to make decisions and get off the fence if you're struggling, how to tune in with your instincts and allow them to guide you, why every work or life experience has value, and why you should never underestimate your ability to make an impact. What decisions have you been struggling with? How did this episode help? I'd love to hear your answers, 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: The 2 methods to living your best life and the easiest way to make decisions How he used his seemingly unrelated skills to land a job with Bon Jovi What he's learned from interacting with successful artists and personalities What led to his calling towards disaster response and how to shift out of the "I can't" mindset  How he's pushing his limits through physical challenges and personal growth (and how you can, too) How his challenge to spend 12 months in 12 countries learning 12 skills came to be The lessons he's learned from the experience and how that's changed his attachment to the outcome and his identity Mike's venture into real estate and how to have a big-thinking mindset  The shift to transformational experiences in the travel industry His top 3 destinations for an ultimate adventure trip And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Check out Mike's website Subscribe to him on YouTube Follow Mike on Instagram Want More? How a Quest Can Improve Your Life (And Travels), Metaphysics, Letting Go of Beliefs That No Longer Serve With Derek Loudermilk How To Live a Long and Useful Life (The Wisdom of Ben Franklin) With Eric Weiner Transition to Travel: Radical Life Change for World Travel With Jordan & Tyler Thanks To Our Sponsors Airbnb - Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at airbnb.com/host. Nissan - Go find your path and enjoy the ride along the way with the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition. Learn more at nissanusa.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this engaging conversation, professional photographer Leslie McKellar shares her inspiring journey into full-time travel after a life-changing event involving toxic mold. She discusses her budgeting strategies, how to choose the right destinations, and the unexpected challenges she faced abroad. Leslie emphasizes the personal growth that comes with travel and offers a fun 60-second challenge to spark new adventures. Listeners will resonate with her insights on embracing the chaos of life, adaptability, and the joy of self-discovery through exploration.

How can you transform your passions into a business that lets you work from anywhere? How can you take a traditionally location-dependent business on the road?Adrian "Ady" Parzentny has been a traveling musician for 20+ years and a mixing engineer/music producer since 2017. He works with world-class artists through his mobile recording business, Hit The Road Music Studio. He has been living on the road for 13 years, spending time in Albania, Georgia, Turkey, Armenia, and Greece, among other countries.Adrian shares his journey and best lessons on how he combined his passion for music with his love for travel to create a business around his lifestyle. You'll hear about the positives and negatives of passion mashin' and how he balances traveling the world, supporting local artists with free records, and paid client projects to make his lifestyle sustainable. You'll gain insights into carving your own unique path and deviating from the norm, embracing limitations and finding creative solutions, leveraging your business to connect with local cultures, and valuing your worth as a creative.What passions do you want to build a business around? I'd love to hear about them, 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: What he learned from years of busking on the streets How his mobile recording studio was born The mindset shifts he needed to gain confidence and charge for his work The importance of leaning into your strengths and understanding your customers to find success (and stand out from competitors) How he approaches running his business and traveling with limitations How his art allows him to connect with locals and how he's giving back in Morocco The music Adrian is most proud of producing Why creating the right space is crucial for deeper connections (in business and life) Insights on putting yourself out there, valuing your worth, and balancing that with doing things from the heart How the exposure to different music from around the world impacts his songwriting And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Visit Adrian's website Follow him on Instagram, Facebook Adrian's YouTube playlist Watch his documentaries on Morocco, Armenia, Albania Check out his courses on production Adrian's business coach for artists Want More? Following Inspiration Towards A Life Of Travel with Mark and Steffi (The World's Only Chapman Stick Duo) Being A Creative Vessel, Faking It Until You Are It, & Tour Life (Andy Frasco Interview) Life-Changing Trips, Interviewing Music Legends, Backpacking the World, and Fostering Transformative Connections with Tony Fletcher Thanks To Our Sponsors Airbnb - Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at airbnb.com/host. Nissan - Go find your path and enjoy the ride along the way with the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition. Learn more at nissanusa.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever felt like you don't quite fit the mold of society's expectations? Wanda Duncan is a slow-traveling digital nomad, community manager, podcaster, and event producer. As the mastermind behind Black Women Travl, Wanda has created a community and podcast that fosters conversations, provides resources, and inspires Black women to dream big and travel far. Wanda shares all about how and why she left her corporate job to pursue a life of travel, expert tips on community building, advice on transitioning to full-time travel, and so much more. What are some ways that you have embraced your inner misfit? I'd love to hear about them and hope you will share by sending me an audio message.*This month, we're sharing previous episodes highlighting travel turnarounds! Zero To Travel interviews are timeless, 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: How travel can help a misfit shed expectations and feel at ease Why school is the worst place to learn to be yourself What made Wanda say goodbye to her toxic job and travel to El Salvador The importance of reframing failure and accepting life's turbulence  Why cultivating curiosity and embracing uniqueness will help you find your community anywhere How to be a lighthouse when building your own community Why it's important to find inspiration from outside of your circle Advice for busy digital nomads from a busy digital nomad Why Wanda got kicked out of Malaysia What it's like living in Albania as a digital nomad The advantages of slow travel and the best places to do it And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Check out Black Women Travl Listen to the Black Women Travel Podcast Find opportunities at Idealist  Want More? Traveling While Black w/ Nanjala Nyabola Solo Travel, Coffee and Blackpacking w/ Jarika Johnson The Slow Travel Philosophy + Traveling As A Black Woman with Oneika Raymond Thanks To Our Sponsors Airbnb - Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at airbnb.com/host. Nissan - Go find your path and enjoy the ride along the way with the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition. Learn more at nissanusa.com. No Fixed Address Podcast - Travel around the globe with Michael and Vanessa as they visit a new country every month in search of the planet's most extraordinary people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andi Cross, a former C-suite executive turned certified divemaster, shares her inspiring journey into eco-diving and conservation. She discusses her transition from corporate life to founding the Edges of Earth expedition, highlighting five top eco-diving spots. Andi emphasizes the importance of resilience and networking in pursuing passions, as well as tips for sustainable travel. She offers insights on how to navigate identity and belonging while encouraging others to embrace their unique paths in ocean conservation. A true advocate for merging adventure with purpose!

James C. Hopkins, a poet and ex-stockbroker, shares his remarkable journey from Wall Street to a minimalist Buddhist lifestyle in Kathmandu. He discusses how travel reshaped his understanding of happiness and the concept of 'enough' that led him to retire at just 45. James emphasizes the value of every experience, including a small moment that inspired him to create a social enterprise for children's education. He reflects on transforming cynicism into action and embracing compassion through Buddhist teachings, proving that life’s biggest changes often stem from saying 'yes' to new adventures.

Eric Highland, a full-time traveler since 2014, shares his family's adventure of exploring the world by Jeep. He breaks down the realities of overland travel, debunking myths and highlighting essential tips. The discussion dives into the pros and cons of a nomadic lifestyle, including work-life balance and raising a child on the road. Eric also shares insights on the true costs of travel and his top hidden gem destinations. Tune in for inspiration on achieving your travel dreams while living simply and valuing experiences over possessions.

This month's theme dives into inspiring stories of individuals who have turned their careers around to embrace travel. Expect insightful conversations that explore the journeys of those who dared to chase their wanderlust. Listeners are encouraged to share their thoughts and ideas for future topics, creating a vibrant community focused on exploration. Plus, there's a hint of exclusive content for premium subscribers, making it a treasure trove for travel enthusiasts!

Terry Repak, an adventurous mother who lived abroad for 15 years, shares her captivating journey through diverse cultures while raising a family. She discusses the emotional challenges of expatriate life in Africa during the AIDS epidemic, emphasizing the power of local connections. Terry recounts personal stories of loss, resilience, and the growth of her children as global citizens. Additionally, she explores the struggles of re-integrating into life in the U.S. and the importance of an experimental mindset when embracing significant life changes.

Join Derek Baron, founder of Wandering Earl Tours, as he discusses the best countries for settling down and spending quality time abroad. Topics include finding the right place to stay, tips for housing abroad, making friends, and building relationships while traveling.