
Zero To Travel Podcast
✈️ The Zero To Travel Podcast has been downloaded 12+ million times and named a "Best Travel Podcast" by The Washington Post, Travel + Leisure, The Telegraph, and Forbes.Packed with life-changing perspectives, inspiration, and practical advice for everyone from travel newbies to nomads, this podcast will give you everything you need to travel the world on your terms, regardless of your situation or experience. Welcome to our amazing global listening community!Since 2013, "Travel Ambassador" Jason Moore from zerototravel.com has been picking the brains of adventurous people living an unconventional life on the road so you can discover new ways to travel endlessly.Along the way, you'll get actionable advice and key resources that will improve your life AND help you travel more as we get down and dirty on topics like; starting and running an online business from anywhere, the best off-the-beaten-path destinations to visit, travel and work opportunities, gutsy budget travel strategies, surprising ways to earn free travel, the digital nomad life, unconventional travel based lifestyles, fun travel jobs, how to plan epic adventures, backpacking, remote work, how to take a gap year or a career break, 4-hour work week inspired topics, ex-pat life, slow travel, travel hacking, sustainable travel, human-powered adventures, trips worth planning, and everything in between.Host Bio: Jason wandered the planet as a nomad for over a decade and spent 15+ years on the road as a tour manager in events/music, a seasonal adventure travel tour guide, and a digital nomad. Originally from the USA, he is now a dual citizen (Norway/USA) based in Oslo. He is obsessed with helping YOU explore our planet on your terms.Follow the show (it's FREE!) and welcome to the global community. 🙏PS - To sign up for our free newsletter to get travel tips, tricks, destination advice, and more visit zerototravel.com/newsletterPPS - If you'd like to access our paid premium feed with ad-free shows, bonus episodes, and more for just $3/month go to zerototravel.com/premium.
Latest episodes

Jan 3, 2023 • 1h 10min
5 Must See Destinations In 2023 with National Geographic Travel Senior Editor Amy Alipio (Plus Learn How To Successfully Pitch Nat Geo)
What destinations are on your list of places to visit in 2023? Today I am joined by the senior editor for National Geographic Traveler, Amy Alipio, to talk about 5 of her favorite destinations from Nat Geo’s Best of the World 2023 List.With a career 20+ year career at National Geographic, Amy provides an insider perspective on how the publication upholds integrity and creates great stories as well as gives tips for how you can pitch your own story. If you are currently manifesting which destinations to visit next, you will not want to miss this episode. Amy shares her favorite destinations from the categories of family, adventure, culture, nature, and community, she also gives insight into how to tell a great story, the process National geographic uses to curate content, and so much more. Which of these destinations have you added to your bucket list? I'd love to hear what they are and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.Premium Passport:Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a bonus episode every month (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1
Tune In To Learn:
What motivated Amy to attend college abroad and what it taught her
How Amy’s personal travel style differs from work trips
Highlights from 20+ years as a travel writer
What sparked Amy’s love for traveling
The process National Geographic uses to curate great travel content
How to create a unique story and find your voice as a writer
Advice for creating a pitch that Nat Geo will actually read
The responsibilities of modern travel journalism today and exciting e
Where to go to get a meal cooked by natural Hotsprings
The lesser-known but equally breathtaking alternative to Machu Pichu
Which country you should visit with the whole family
What destination do you need to visit if you love history
The Canadian province that emphasizes and respects community
Highlights from 10 years recording Zero to Travel
And so much more
Resources:
Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport
Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card - Today's Sponsor
Nat Geo’s Best of the World 2023 List
Want More?
World’s Cheapest Destinations Updated w/ Tim Leffel
Up and Coming Destinations (And Digital Nomad Hotspot): Bulgaria with Mitko
Destination Bonanza w/ Chris Christensen
Thanks to Our SponsorsUS 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.

Dec 20, 2022 • 41min
9th Annual Norwegian Christmas Spectacular
Are you ready for the 9th Annual Norwegian Christmas Spectacular?The time has come my friends!On today’s extra special Christmas episode, Anne Dorthe and I snuggle up and talk about 5 ways you can make this a magical holiday season. Tune in to hear our favorite parts of the holiday season, find gratitude, gain new ideas about how to celebrate, and so much more.What are your favorite experiences and traditions during the holiday season? I'd love to hear what they are and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.Don't forget that if you want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a bonus episode every month (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more. Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1Tune In To Learn:
Reasons to get into the holiday spirit as soon as possible
Big differences between American and Norwegian Christmas traditions
My kid’s favorite Norwegian Christmas treat
Creative ideas to give back this Holliday season
How to find the perfect holiday gathering
Simple ways to bring your friends and family together
Resolutions that will guarantee you have fun in the new year
Anne Dorthe’s special Christmas song
And so much more
Resources:
Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport
The North Face & Purchasing Power - Today’s Sponsors
Want More?
A Norwegian Christmas Spectacular
2nd Annual Norwegian Christmas Spectacular
3rd Annual Norwegian Christmas Spectacular
Thanks to Our Sponsors
The North Face - athlete-tested Jackets that are proven to be highly insulated, warm, breathable & durable so you can focus on what matters. It’s more than a jacket, it’s a calling to get out and explore. Get yours today in stores or at www.thenorthface.com
Purchasing Power - gives federal civilian employees, retirees, and retired military a way to travel by paying over time (right through your paycheck) with no interest or hidden fees. Visit purchasingpower.shop today to find out more

Dec 13, 2022 • 1h 12min
Top 5 Countries to Spend Quality Time with Derek Baron (aka Wandering Earl)
Do you ever wish you could just slow down?Today I am joined by a long-time digital nomad and founder of Wandering Earl Tours, Derek "Earl" Baron to dive into the best countries to settle in and spend quality time. Derek set off for his first trip in December of 1999 and has been traveling the world non-stop since. Having visited over 100 countries, totaling nearly 8000 days on the road (at the time of this interview) he has the unique perspective of someone who has spent over 2 decades living, working, and building relationships abroad. If you are in the midst of making travel plans for the coming year, you will want to tune into this episode. Derek shares how to find the right place to spend quality time, tips for finding good housing abroad, the best country to make friends, advice for building relationships on the road, and so much more. Where is the last place you spent quality time? I'd love to hear what they are and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.Premium Passport:Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a bonus episode every month (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1
Tune In To Learn:
How to balance and honor shifting values when traveling long-term
What being stuck in Bali for 7 months taught Derek about burnout
Takeaways from watching the digital nomad lifestyle grow in popularity
What it was like to be a digital nomad in the 90s
Key differences between being part of a local community vs. a travel community
What it means to spend “quality time” in a new place
Tips and tricks for finding housing abroad
Advice for building meaningful relationships while traveling
The best place to easily make friends with locals
Upcoming small group trips hosted by Wandering Earl Tours
How Derek “turns on” as an introvert when leading a travel adventure
What it was like to be an American traveling through Iraq
The experience of coming back to the U.S. as an ex-pat
And so much more
Resources:
Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport
The North Face & Shopper Cash Rewards Vista Signature Card - Today's Sponsors
Check out Wandering Earl
Travel with Wandering Earl Tours
Want More?
An Interview With Wandering Earl
Travel Tactics 3: How to Extend Any Trip, Learn Languages & Use Tech to Get Cheap Flights
Rob Greenfield On How To Travel Moneyless, Wandering With Purpose and Simple Living
Thanks to Our Sponsors
The North Face - athlete-tested Jackets that are proven to be highly insulated, warm, breathable & durable so you can focus on what matters. It’s more than a jacket, it’s a calling to get out and explore. Get yours today in stores or at www.thenorthface.com
US Bank Shopper Cash Rewards Vista Signature Card - earn up to 6% cash back at selected stores. Visit https://usbank.com/shopper to get $250 Cashback after spending $2000 in the first 120 days of opening your account

Dec 6, 2022 • 1h 40min
Moving To Guatemala To Learn About Giving (With 5 Kids and Minimal Savings), Living Outside Of Your Comfort Zone, and Finding Community w/ Owen and Christina Dargatz from The Giving Experiment
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to make a radical change in the way you experience day-to-day life? Today I am joined by long-time listeners and founders of The Giving Experiment, Owen and Christina Dargatz, to learn all about their family’s transition from life in a cushy Canadian ski town to becoming members of a small Guatemalan community.In May of 2021, the family of 7 arrived in Guatemala with the goal of understanding how they could enhance the lives of others. They have not looked back since and have started a plethora of projects including a community garden and food forest, a neighborhood music academy, workshops and courses to support local entrepreneurs, just to name a few.If you have ever sought a simpler way of life, you will not want to miss this episode. We dive into what it's like to live abroad with 5 kids, why less is always more, how travel has the power to transform your belief system, the beauty of giving and receiving, and so much more.What does discomfort mean to you and how has it helped you grow? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you will share by sending me an audio message.Premium Passport:Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a bonus episode every month (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1
Tune In To Learn:
The unlikely way that Owen and Christina fell in love
Why trusting intuition led to the realization it is possible to live abroad with children
What made Owen and Christina want to “escape from comfort”
The water shut-off experiment that set their family free
How to help your kids adjust to major life changes
Why finances played a big role in the decision to move to San Pedro, Guatemala
The mindset required to switch to an experimental way of life
What it means to redefine what success looks like
How to keep financial stress at bay when living with a giving mindset
The biggest changes they have seen in their kids since moving to Guatemala
Why you should teach your children it’s okay to struggle
The benefits of pausing relationships and missing your loved ones
Owen and Christina’s biggest takeaways from living in Guatemala
How to break free from the mold of other’s expectations
Easy ways you can give back to your own community
And so much more
Resources:
Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport
Check out The Giving Experiment
Follow @the.giving.experiment on Instagram
Learn more about Charity Water
Want More?
Resettling Abroad and Overseas Education
Learning Through Travel: Gap Year, Career Breaks, and Beyond w/Jennifer Miller from BootsnAll.com
Discovering Meaningful Work Through Travel
Thanks to Our Sponsors:
Better Help - visit their website today to get 10% off your first month of services.
US Bank Visa Platinum - get a 0% intro APR for 18 billing cycles and no annual fees, this card is a tool for getting ahead. Visit usbank.com/platinum to signup today.
The North Face - athlete-tested Jackets that are proven to be highly insulated, warm, breathable & durable so you can focus on what matters. It’s more than a jacket, it’s a calling to get out and explore. Get yours today in stores or at www.thenorthface.com

Nov 29, 2022 • 1h 24min
Flight Attendants Secrets Revealed: What NOT To Do On A Plane, Staying Healthy, Wild Passenger Stories and Amazing Travel Experiences w/ “Skybabes” Tee and Nena
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work as a flight attendant?Today's episode provides an insider look into the world of flying with Skybabes Tee and Nena who have 20 years of experience in the aviation industry as senior flight attendants and recruiters for a prestigious international airline. Together they have flown across the world 400 times, visited two-thirds of the world, and spent almost 20,000 hours in the air as flight attendants. They have flown on some of the biggest passenger aircraft including Airbus A330-300, Airbus A340-500/800, Airbus A380, and Boeing 777-200/300 ER.If you plan on spending any time on a plane, you are not going to want to miss this episode. Tee and Nena share some invaluable advice about how to stay safe and healthy on any flight, crazy passenger stories that shed light on what NOT to do on a plane, the serendipitous story about how they met and became skybabes, why growing up during a time of war drew them to travel, and so much more.What was the most surprising thing you learned from today's episode? I'd love to hear what they are and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.Today’s episode is brought to you by The North Face - providing athlete-tested Jackets proven to be highly insulated, warm, breathable & durable so you can focus on what matters. It’s more than a jacket, it’s a calling to get out and explore. Get yours today in stores or at www.thenorthface.com. This episode is also supported by US Bank Shopper Cash Rewards Vista Signature Card, earn up to 6% cash back at selected stores. Visit https://usbank.com/shopper to get $250 Cashback after spending $2000 in the first 120 days of opening your account. Zero to Travel is also brought to you by Intrepid Travel - What’s on your 2023 travel bucket? list? Make it happen on a small group tour with Intrepid Travel and get up to 25% off* at intrepidtravel.com between November 21st to December 2nd. And finally a big thanks to Kachava for supporting the show. Get a blend of organic superfoods and plant-based proteins that has all your essential nutrients in one, visit www.kachava.com/zerototravel for 10% off your first order.Premium Passport:Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a bonus episode every month (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1
Tune In To Learn:
What it was like to grow up Serbia (then known as Yugoslavia) during the war
The serendipitous story of how Tee and Nena met and what brought them to live in Dubai
How the experience of travel helped heal past wounds
Advice for introverts who work in a forward-facing job
Stories about horrible passengers (don’t be these people)
How to show your appreciation to a flight attendant
The truth about the “mile high” club
Must know do’s and don’ts of flying
Best practices for ordering food and drinks during a flight
Key carry-on items that will make your flight more comfortable
What to do before your flight to ensure your day goes smoothly
Tee and Nena’s favorite destinations
The inspiration for writing Call Me Sky Babe
And so much more
Resources:
Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport
The North Face, US Bank Shopper Cash Rewards Vista Signature Card, Intrepid Travel, Kachava - Today’s Sponsors
Get a copy of Call Me Skybabe™: The Unfiltered, Laugh-Out-Loud, Empowering Guide to Finding Your Way to Health, Love, and Joy While Flying
Follow @callmeskybabe on Instagram
Reach out to the Skybabes via email at callmeskybabe@gmail.com
Learn more Amazing Facts About Airplanes
Want More?
The Secret World Of Flight Attendants: An Interview With Betty In The Sky
Around The World Ticket: Is It Worth It?
Hitting The Reset Button On Life Through Travel

Nov 22, 2022 • 1h 10min
Seizing Your Opportunity To Travel, Saving Money As A Solo Traveler, Lessons From A Career Break, and How To Figure Out What You Want (In 60 seconds) with Leslie McKellar
If a new opportunity comes your way, are you ready to take it? When this week's guest, professional photographer and loyal listener Leslie McKellar, was forced to move out of her apartment in 2020 because of toxic mold, she took it as an opportunity to reevaluate her trajectory. After realizing her calling to travel full-time, she set out a plan to make it happen and left for Europe in January 2022.This week's interview is extra special because not only was it recorded in person but I also met Leslie 8 months into her travels so she has some fantastic insights to share from her experience.You will not want to miss what she has to say about how she budgeted for the trip, advice on how to pick the right destinations, valuable lessons from curveballs along the way, why traveling can help you reset, a 60-second challenge to help you find new adventures, and so much more.What are your takeaways from the 60-second challenge? I'd love to hear about them and hope you will share by sending me an audio message.Today’s episode is brought to you by The North Face - providing athlete-tested Jackets that are proven to be highly insulated, warm, breathable & durable so you can focus on what matters. It’s more than a jacket, it’s a calling to get out and explore. Get yours today in stores or at www.thenorthface.com. This episode is also brought to you by US Bank Shopper Cash Rewards Vista Signature Card, earn up to 6% cash back at selected stores. Visit https://usbank.com/shopper to get $250 Cashback after spending $2000 in the first 120 days of opening your account. We are also proudly supported by the About the Journey podcast. Host Oneka Raymond takes you around North America to answer the question what does it mean to travel better? Search for About the Journey today wherever you get your podcasts! Zero to Travel is brought to you by Better Help, visit their website today to get 10% off your first month of services. Premium Passport:Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a bonus episode every month (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1
Tune In To Learn:
Why toxic mold was the unexpected launching point for Leslie’s travel dreams
What made Leslie decide to seize the opportunity to travel long term
Reasons why saying traveling is like hitting a reset button
How it felt to finally leave on a trip that was 2 years in the making
The strategy Leslie used to budget and plan accommodations
How Leslie has navigated visas renewals during her year abroad
What type of unexpected challenges have arisen during Leslie’s time abroad
Why Leslie took climate and weather into account when seeking destinations
Leslie’s experience being a solo female traveler
A few of Leslie’s favorite moments abroad
The biggest differences between slow travel and a quick trip
How this journey impacted Leslie’s perspective on her career
Why Leslie decided to leave her photography equipment at home
The biggest takeaways from nearly a year of traveling
Why it is a bigger risk to not seize the opportunity
A 60-second challenge to everyone
And so much more
Resources:
Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport
The North Face, US Bank Shopper Cash Rewards Vista Signature Card, About the Journey, & Better Help
Check out Leslie’s Photography
Follow Leslie McKellar on Instagram
Want More?
Only $50 And A Dream: Biking Across The USA Solo With Zero Experience with Jasmine Reese
Transition To Travel: Melinda’s Story
Shamans, Solo Travel, and a Healing Path

Nov 17, 2022 • 1h 22min
Top 5 Countries For Solo Travelers, The Future of Tourism, and Making An Impact with Matt Berna from Intrepid Travel
Are you working on your 2023 travel bucket list? Well then, today’s very special episode is just for you. I chat with Matt Berna, President of North America for Intrepid travel, to get insight into some of the best and most unique places to visit as a solo traveler.Intrepid Travel is a world leader in sustainable experience-rich travel that has been taking travelers to discover the world's most amazing places for more than 30 years. The company’s mission is to create positive change through the joy of travel. Intrepid offers over 1,150 trips designed to truly experience local culture across every continent. Regardless of next year's travel plans, you will need information from this episode in your arsenal. Not only does Matt share the top 5 countries for solo travelers (based on real statistics), but he also gives a behind-the-scenes look at what it's like to be a tour guide and shares how to break into the travel industry, why you should consider group travel, what realistic sustainable travel looks like and so much more. What has been one of the greatest travel days you’ve ever had? I'd love to hear what they are and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.What’s on your 2023 travel bucket? list? Make it happen on a small group tour with Intrepid Travel and get up to 25% off* at intrepidtravel.com between November 21st to December 2nd.Premium Passport:Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a bonus episode every month (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1
Tune In To Learn:
Why going to college in Boulder, CO grew Matt’s love for the outdoors
How Matt became a tour guide and why he keeps doing it
The best parts about Matt’s time living abroad in London
Advice for someone who wants to make a living based on travel
What Intrepid Travel is all about
Insight into how to be a more sustainable traveler
Why solo travelers should consider a group tour experience
The best (unexpected) countries to visit as a solo traveler
Why creating unique travel itineraries is a tool for building sustainable travel
What it takes to make a great leader
The greatest travel day Matt can remember
Why you should put something fun on your calendar
And so much more
Resources:
Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport
Don’t Miss the Intrepid Cyber Sale from November 21st to December 2nd
Check out Intrepid Travel stories at the Intrepid Journal
Want More?
Top 7 Hidden Wonders Of The World w/ Dylan Thuras (Atlas Obscura)
Joys of Solo Travel w/ Manjinder Kang
Top 10 Places We’re Dying To Visit That We’ve Never Been

Nov 15, 2022 • 1h 20min
How To Navigate Life Changes Gracefully, Full Time RVing, and Finding Courage Through Travel w/ Geri Suster
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live without regrets? Today I am joined by author, speaker, and nomad, Geri Suster, to deep dive into her newest book Graceful Exits: Making the Case for Getting Good at Goodbye, and learn how to build skills in navigating exits and preventing regretful goodbyes. In 2017 Geri sold her seaside home and all her belongings to travel the United States in a 33’ Class A RV with her 2 dogs. Life on the road gave Geri the confidence and space to realize her calling to write a book geared toward helping others find grace in making difficult exits. She has since traded in her RV for a self-converted sprinter van and found a home base in Bend, Oregon but is gearing up to hit the road again to spread the word about Graceful Exits. Want Geri Suster to come to your town? Reach out!If you have ever regretted how something ended, you will not want to miss this episode. Geri gives practical advice for preventing difficult goodbyes, shares the top questions to ask yourself before any exit, explains why travel gave her the courage to follow her dreams, and so much more. Is there an exit you wish you could have done differently? I'd love to hear about it and hope you will share by sending me an audio message.Zero to Travel is sponsored by BetterHelp online therapy, visit their website today to get 10% off your first month of services. Today’s episode is also brought to you by The North Face - providing athlete-tested Jackets proven to be highly insulated, warm, breathable & durable so you can focus on what matters. It’s more than a jacket, it’s a calling to get out and explore. Get yours today in stores or at www.thenorthface.com. We are also supported by US Bank Altitude Go Visa Signature Card, get 4 X points on eating out and 2 X points on groceries, entertainment services, and gas or EV charge stations. Apply today at usbank.com/altitudego to get 20,000 points by spending $1000 in your first 90 days. Premium Passport:Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a bonus episode every month (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1
Tune In To Learn:
How Geri knew Bend, Oregon would be her new home base after many years on the road
What caused Geri to leave her corporate career and seaside home behind
Why travel can show you what you sometimes cannot see otherwise
The bad lay-off experience that led Geri to the idea for her new book
What it feels like to sell everything and hit the road for the first time
The biggest challenges of living full-time in an RV (and downsizing to a van)
Why a mission to say “yes” guided Geri’s first year of travels and reasons for slowing down her second year
How traveling gave Geri the courage she needed to write her first book
How to define exits and avoid common mistakes in making them
Advice about how to gracefully leave your job
What to do when you have a relationship that needs to end/change
Essential questions to ask yourself before making an exit
The untold beauty of being present for the final exit
Unexpected lessons Geri learned from writing Graceful Exits
Why you should follow your calling despite uncertainty
And so much more
Resources:
Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport
BetterHelp, The North Face, US Bank Altitude Go Visa Signature Card - Today's Sponsors
Get your copy of Graceful Exits today
Take the Exit Intelligence Quiz to learn more about how you can improve your exit skills
Learn more about Geri's upcoming projects
Follow Geri Suster on Instagram & Facebook
Want Geri to come to your town? Reach out!
Want More?
Campervan Therapy
Making Travel Dreams Happen On The Fly
Lifestyle Design and Beating Your Own Path with Marc Freccero

4 snips
Nov 8, 2022 • 1h 20min
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
Have you ever wished you could improve your storytelling skills surrounding travel? This week I am joined by travel journalist and friend to the show, Oneika Raymond, to talk about the art of storytelling, what it’s like to be a travel journalist, and how her nomadic life has changed over the years. Oneika has visited 120 Countries over six continents and is on a mission to educate, empower and encourage exploration. She started her career as a secondary school teacher, eventually becoming an award-winning journalist, speaker, podcast host, and Emmy-winning television host.If you love the spirit of wanderlust, then you don’t want to miss this episode. We talk about why you should take an adult gap year, advice on what it takes to tell a great story, the top 3 cities you must visit, why completion is more important than perfection, factors to consider if you’re considering settling down, and so much more.What are your favorite stories from traveling? I'd love to hear a few and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.Today’s episode is brought to you by The North Face - providing athlete-tested Jackets proven to be highly insulated, warm, breathable & durable so you can focus on what matters. It’s more than a jacket, it’s a calling to get out and explore. Today’s episode is also sponsored by US Bank Visa Platinum Card, perfect for large purchases, unexpected expenses, and balance transfers. To see if you qualify for the lowest APR out there, visit usbank.com/platinum today. Get yours today in stores or at www.thenorthface.com. We also proudly support the About the Journey podcast. Host Oneka Raymond takes you around North America to answer the question what does it mean to travel better? Search for About the Journey today wherever you get your podcasts!Premium Passport:Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a bonus episode every month (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1
Tune In To Learn:
Why Oneika has slowed down her pace of travel and which countries she keeps revisiting
What motivated Oneika and her husband to settle in Miami after an adult gap year
The difference between being nomadic and being an ex-pat
The key factors to consider when looking for a place to settle down
Why the U.S. inspires Oneika as an entrepreneur
The elements required to tell a good story
How to understand and connect with your audience as a storyteller
Why its necessary to be adaptable when telling a story
The importance of having humility when storytelling
Similarities between entrepreneurship and traveling
Advice about being a successful entrepreneur
Why completion is more important than perfection
How to fake it till you make it and overcome imposter syndrome
The hack that will help you use people as inspiration rather than intimidation
Travel advice from a long-time nomad
The best and worst parts about being a TV personality
Which 3 cities Oneika says everyone should visit
3 Books everyone needs to read
Oneika’s most treasured travel memories
And so much more
Resources:
Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport
The North Face, US Bank Visa Platinum Card,& About the Journey - Today's Sponsors
Learn more about Oneika’s projects
Check out Oneika’s travels
Follow Oneika on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter
The 2022 Travel Vanguard
Want More?
The Slow Travel Philosophy + Traveling As A Black Woman with Oneika Raymond
A Soulful Southern Road Trip: About The Journey With Oneika Raymond
Travel Role Models and The Minority Nomad w/ Erick Prince

Nov 1, 2022 • 1h 21min
How To Balance Your Financial Health & Travel (5 Expert Tips) w/ Kristin Meador
Have you ever wondered how to invest in your future while embracing a travel-centered present?Today I am joined by Kristin Meador, a financial expert who specializes in supporting location-independent businesses, in learning about best practices for managing your finances no matter where you are and what you're doing.After years of working 80+ hour weeks for a large accounting firm, Kristin's burnout caused her to make a radical change - sell everything and travel. About a year into her journey, she realized that she could use her skills as a corporate CPA to create her own cloud-based accounting business and create a location-independent lifestyle. She founded Gradient Accounting when she realized she could meet the unique needs of digital nomads, providing simple answers to sometimes scary and complex questions.If want to be sure you are making the best approach toward money management and travel, then you won't want to miss today's episode. Kristin shares the story of how travel inspired her to start her own business, how to define your core values to assist in big financial decisions, the pros and cons of the FIRE movement, finding the balance between investing and traveling, and so much more. What is your money mindset? I'd love to hear about it and hope you will share by sending me an audio message.Today’s episode is brought to you by The North Face - providing athlete-tested Jackets that are proven to be highly insulated, warm, breathable & durable so you can focus on what matters. It’s more than a jacket, it’s a calling to get out and explore. Get yours today in stores or at www.thenorthface.com. This episode is also brought to you by 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 $1000 in your first 90 days. Premium Passport:Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a bonus episode every month (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1
Tune In To Learn:
Why Kristen is my financial mentor
What caused Kristin to develop a love for travel from an early age
Why do Kristin and her husband make it a point to travel together and separately
The importance of discussing travel goals and values in your relationship
Advice for balancing work and travel when living abroad
Why travel helps inspire creativity in business
How to embrace living in the now by being intentional with your time
All about burnout - how to spot it and what to do about it
The moment Kristin decided to travel full-time and the places she visited her first year
Pros and cons surrounding the FIRE movement
Why there is no drug more addictive than the biweekly paycheck
How to find a balance between saving and investing
Why understanding your core values will help you make difficult financial decisions
How Kristin budgets for adventures and travel
And so much more
Resources:
Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport
The North Face & US Bank Altitude Go Visa Signature Card - Today's Sponsors
Learn about Travel As A Tax Write Off
Subscribe to Kristin's YouTube Channel
Get help from Gradient Accounting
Follow Kristin Meador on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
Want More?
Making Sense of Cents: Personal Finance and Travel + Is This The Best time EVER to Travel?
How To Retire Early and Travel the World
How to Travel with Less Money, Start Working on the Road, and Never Settle Down w/ Nora Dunn
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.