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The Travelers BlueprintTTB 164: The Quick Guide to Acadia National ParkTTB 164: The Quick Guide to Acadia National ParkElliot Shibley, Co-Host of the Travelers Blueprint Podcast and wife Amanda Shibley break down their recent trip to Acadia National Park in Maine. In this conversation you will be provided with an “audio tour” of their full itinerary which provided insight on Acadia by general regions and prefered hikes!Learn More About Our Guest:Check out all of our content: hereSUPPORT THE PODCAST! This podcast was brought to you by MANSCAPED! Don’t let your nether regions get out of hand while i...2021-11-151h 19The Travelers BlueprintTTB 163: The Quick Guide to Rome, ItalyTTB 163: The Quick Guide to Rome, ItalyBob DiMenna, Co-Host of the Travelers Blueprint Podcast breaks down his recent trip to Rome, Italy. In this conversation you will be provided with an “audio tour” of his full itinerary which broke down Rome by neighborhood, including; Campo Di Fiori, the Colosseum, Monti, Trastevere, the Vatican, the area around the Pantheon, and Pompeii. By the end of this podcast, you will have an insight on how you can create your own Rome Traveler Blueprint!Learn More About Our Guest:Check out all of our content: here...2021-11-081h 20The Travelers BlueprintTTB 162: October Travel BitesIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of November. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: Exclusive: Clear unveils new timed service to speed you through TSACA couple arrested for trying to board their connecting flight in Switzerland during COVIDBillionaire ex-Walmart exec says the first 'settlers' of his planned $400 billion city 'Telosa' will likely be selected through applications — and they could move in by 2030These Vending Machines Sell Flights To Surprise DestinationsDelta Adds More Than 100 New Flights Out of NYC — Here's Where They're Flyin...2021-11-0127 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 161: Morocco and the Sahara Desert w/ Bob and ElliotTTB 161: Morocco and the Sahara Desert w/ Bob and Elliot Bob and Elliot head off to the Sahara Desert to explore, eat, hike, and stargaze their way across Morocco. We had an unforgettable and seamless experience made possible by the incredible team at Berber Adventure Tours. We hiked the soft sand dunes to a serene oasis during sunset, rode ATVs through the Sahara Desert, steered camels from the ancient Berber village of Merzouga, had fresh seafood in the coastal town of Essaouira, toured through the Atlas Mountains and lively city of Marrakech, and learned about ancient Berber c...2021-10-251h 27The Travelers BlueprintTTB 160: The Guide to Exploring MoroccoTTB 160: The Guide to Exploring MoroccoEva Westerling, together with her partner Hassan, runs an agency offering once-in-a-lifetime hiking tours in the Moroccan desert and organizing the logistics for various excursions and tours. After a few desert hiking trips in Morocco and Oman her love for the desert is strong and she loves sharing this passion with fellow travelers. After living and travelling around Morocco for more than 2 years, she knows the country well and her Moroccan partner grew up in the desert. Together they have the local knowledge as well as the organizational skills to put...2021-10-181h 18The Travelers BlueprintTTB 159: Cheese, Wine, and Bread with Katie QuinnTTB 159: Cheese, Wine, and Bread with Katie QuinnKatie Quinn is a video creator, podcast host, and cookbook author. She thinks there is a story to be told everywhere and she believes that food connects people. Every week she posts food & travel videos to her YouTube Channel, QKatie. Her slogan is Keep It Quirky because she thinks life, both in the kitchen and out of it, is more enjoyable if you don’t take yourself too seriously. You may have caught her on NBC's Today Show, as a contestant on the Food Network's 'Chopped' or as a ju...2021-10-111h 34The Travelers BlueprintTTB 158: September Travel BitesTTB 158: September Travel BitesIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of September. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: Update on Bob’s personal COVID travel experiencesWoolly mammoth resurrection project receives $15 million boostCOVID-sniffing dogs now on duty at Miami International AirportInspiration4 Astronauts Beam After Return From 3-Day Journey to OrbitRolls-Royce's all-electric aircraft completes 15-minute maiden voyageForget Supersonic. This Hypersonic Jet Can Fly From NYC to London in Under an Hour.New travel restrictions will require unvaccinated Americans to face additional tes...2021-10-0433 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 156: Hiking 1,200 Miles Along the Ice Age TrailTTB 156: Hiking 1,200 Miles Along the Ice Age TrailEmily Ford gathered some essential belongings, her dog Diggins, and set out on a 1,200 mile hike in the dead of a Wisconsin winter along the Ice Age Trail. Taking a total of 69 days from start to finish, @emilyontrail spent a majority of this time callusing her mind and body. Fighting boredom, loneliness, frozen clothing, deep snow, and gas station meals. Our conversation today covered her preparation for the trip, the enlightening experience of being deeply immersed in nature for an extended period of time, and the mental fortitude required...2021-09-201h 08The Travelers BlueprintTTB 155: The 8,000 Mile Bicycle Ride Through AfricaAlice Morrison is a Scottish Adventurer based in Morocco. As presenter of the BBC2 Series Morocco to Timbuktu: An Arabian Adventure, she has undertaken some tough, physical and mental challenges including: The Tour D’Afrique, cycling from Cairo to Cape Town; running round Everest; and the Marathon des Sables, the toughest footrace on earth; She has just completed a 4000km (2,458 miles) exploration on foot of Morocco from the Mediterranean Sea to the Mauritanian with her six camels when she found dinosaur footprints and a lost city and investigated the spaceships of the desert. She speaks fluent Arabic and French and...2021-09-131h 16The Travelers BlueprintTTB 154: August Travel BitesIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of August. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: He Hiked 2,100 Miles In 209 Days To Complete The Appalachian Trail. He's Only 5‘No one comes here any more’: the human cost as Covid wipes out tourism - An article about once booming remote tourist destinations now left empty. Candela’s High-Performance, Long-Range, Electric-Powered, Hydrofoiling Speedboats Are Going To Revolutionize Boat Travel Just Like Tesla Revolutionized Car TravelUpdate on my personal COVID related experience booking my trip to Italy in...2021-09-0628 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 152: Take More Trips, More Often, For Less with Michael WedaaMichael Wedaa launched his first book after visiting almost 100 countries, entitled International Travel Secrets: Take Shorter Trips, More Often, for Less. Michael’s goal is to get more people traveling by debunking common myths about international travel by sharing secrets on getting rock bottom prices on travel... without booking last minute or staying in crowded hostels. This week we spoke with Michael on his (and our) favorite ways to find the best airfare deals, plan urban navigation, understand cultural norms, be aware of potential safety concerns, and have a mindful travel experience. Learn More About Our Guest:Web...2021-08-2358 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 151: The Preservation of Language with Jonty YamishaJonty Yamisha is an American Circassian, third-generation refugee, and accidental polyglot. He's fluent in four languages and dabbles in six. Jonty's love of travel and languages is the result of his unusual upbringing. With relatives all over the world, Jonty was exposed to a number of cultures, languages and lands. In his professional life, Jonty earned a bachelor’s degree in International Studies with a concentration in economics, political science, and German literature from Vassar College. He went on to earn a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from New York University. Today, Jonty is the founder and Chief Executive Of...2021-08-161h 33The Travelers BlueprintTTB 150: The Post COVID Travel Industry with James Asquith@JamesAsquith, the youngest man to visit every country in the world and Founder of @HolidaySwap, a custom-built travel platform for those seeking adventure, value, and security joined us on the podcast this week for a discussion on his year traveling during the height of COVID-19 (totalling 120 flights), why Holiday Swap is such an incredible platform for those looking to expand their travel horizon (and save a ton of money), and where the travel industry is headed post COVID-19. It was PACKED with insight!Learn More About Our Guest:https://www.holidayswap.com/homehttps://www.instagram.com...2021-08-091h 10The Travelers BlueprintTTB 149: July Travel BitesIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of July! We break down our favorite different news articles, including: Delta Variant and TravelThis Luxurious 132-night World Cruise Costs $73,000 a Ticket — and It Sold Out Within 3 HoursBoeing cargo plane makes emergency landing in ocean near Honolulu, both pilots rescuedFlying car completes test flight between airportsFour-day week 'an overwhelming success' in IcelandThe long-term quest to build a 'galactic civilisation'Intrepid Is Giving Away an 11-day Cruise to Antarctica for 2 — Here's How to EnterHow the Airline Industry Is Improving This Year...2021-08-0229 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 147: 30 Marathons in 30 Countries with Liz WarnerLiz Warner turned to running almost 8 years ago while living in Tokyo as a way of grappling with her father’s recent passing. Soon after, she decided to combine her new love of running with her passion for travel and deep, deliberate exploration of other cultures. In early 2019, Liz launched Run to Reach, an 18-month philanthropic marathon expedition with the goal of running 30 marathons in 30 countries before turning 30 in June of 2020. Instrumental to Liz’s mission was her desire to leave a positive social impact on the countries she visits, one equal to their impact on her. Over the cour...2021-07-191h 19The Travelers BlueprintTTB 146: Jess Wandering | 9-5 to Full Time TravelerJess (aka @jesswandering) is an outdoor enthusiast based in Seattle. Jess grew up exploring the Pacific Northwest, and early on was infected with the travel bug. Originally, she tried to suppress her wanderlust in pursuit of a traditional career path, but after a short stint as a lawyer, she left the confines of her office to get back in touch with her roots. Now, Jess wanders the world taking photos, making memories, and sharing her love for travel with others!Learn More About Our Guest:https://jesswandering.com/https://www.instagram.com/jess.wandering/...2021-07-121h 19The Travelers BlueprintTTB 145: June Travel BitesIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of June. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: Meet the secret nomads whose bosses don't know they're working abroadEuropean Union Is Officially Dropping Travel Restrictions for US TouristsWhere can you travel abroad and is a vaccine card enough proof?Airbnb announces “most comprehensive” service updatesHotel industry emerges from pandemic with new business model, possibly fewer workersAmerican Airlines Passengers Could Be In For A Summer Of Delays And CancellationsUnited Airlines Makes a Dubious Bet on Supersonic JetsF...2021-07-0532 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 143: Profound Self Discovery Traveling From Guatemala to ArgentinaKate McCahill is a writer, editor, and educator. Her first book, a Latin American travel memoir titled PATAGONIAN ROAD: A Year Alone Through Latin America was an experience that spanned four seasons, 10 countries, three teaching jobs, and countless buses. On this podcast we discuss her journey through South America where Kate's solo journey from Guatemala to Argentina brought on struggles with language, romance, culture, service, and homesickness. Learn More About Our Guest:https://www.katemccahill.com/Buy her book: https://www.sfwp.com/books/patagonian-roadThe Travelers Blueprint is more than just a po...2021-06-211h 12The Travelers BlueprintTTB 142: Cannibals, Flying Doctors, and Isolated in Asia During COVID-19Angèle Rose is the Founder of @bloom.stories, a storytelling project that was born from a love of traveling and telling stories of people changing our world. On this podcast Angèle discussed her extraordinary story of being stuck on the small island nation of @vanuatuislands when the pandemic closed down the world in early 2020. But it doesn’t end there! She also spent time with a community of cannibals, her time almost getting stranded alone on the Solomon Islands, and her experience with a man making an extraordinary effort to save sea turtles in the south pacific. Duri...2021-06-141h 18The Travelers BlueprintTTB 141: May Travel Bites with Bob and ElliotIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of May. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: A man traveled cross-country to mine the diamonds for his girlfriend's engagement ring -- he dug up a 2.2 carat beautyAn Indian couple is under investigation over a chartered flight linked to their wedding.Boom Supersonic aims to fly 'anywhere in the world in four hours for $100'A Chehalis man vowed to follow COVID-19 rules. Then he led a 153-person Grand Canyon hikeLong lines, reduced amenities, higher prices: W...2021-06-0726 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 139: The Man Who Hunts PoachersCaptain Pete Bethune is a Conservationist, a world record holder, Producer of his own TV show “The Operatives”, author of two published books, public speaker, and founder of Earthrace Conservation. He’s been shot at multiple times, incarcerated in Libya, held under armed guard in a Guatemalan Military camp, and spent 5 months in a maximum security prison in Japan. He was knifed in the chest while investigating wildlife smuggling in the Amazon. In January this year while on patrol in a Costa Rican National Park he was bitten by the world’s deadliest pit viper, coming perilously close to los...2021-05-241h 41The Travelers BlueprintTTB 138: The DO’s and DON'Ts of Travel w/ The Travel DoctorMark Wolters of Wolters World gives honest 1st hand travel advice to help fellow travelers get the most out of their travel experience. In this episode, Mark discusses what makes his travel content so enjoyable to watch, with insight on the best & worst parts of traveling so that you can be better prepared for your vacation in a way that helps you know more about the culture & people of the city, country, or region you are going to visit. Learn More About Our Guest:https://woltersworld.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFr3s...2021-05-171h 01The Travelers BlueprintTTB 137: The ‘Rogue Trip’ of a LifetimeAs Co-Host of Disney+'s "Rogue Trip", Mack had the opportunity to work on projects on 6 continents where he visited some of the world’s less traditional tourist destinations, including Papua New Guinea, Ethiopia, Pakistan, Lebanon and Ukraine. Mack, being an incredibly talented photographer, is addicted to capturing moments and living amongst people with a deep sense of culture. Learn More About Our Guest:Website: www.mackwoodruff.comIG: @mackwoodruffThe Travelers Blueprint is more than just a podcast with consulting services that allow you to Become Your Own Travel Agen...2021-05-101h 09The Travelers BlueprintTTB 136: April Travel BitesIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of April. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: Biden administration will not require COVID-19 vaccine passports, White House saysA Guide to Vaccine Passport Apps for American TravelersMost of the world’s countries added to State Department’s ‘do not travel’ advisorSerial stowaway Marilyn Hartman arrested yet again, at Chicago's O'Hare International AirportCBP Discovers Finches concealed inside Hair Rollers in Guyana Man’s Baggage at JFK AirportMan Faces Three Years In Jail In Dubai For Consuming Marijuana B...2021-05-0323 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 134: Documenting the Change in the Developing WorldThis week we spoke with Trevor Cole, who’s photography captures inimitable moments today to reflect upon tomorrow. Trevor’s photography focuses predominantly on culture and landscapes; images which reflect a spatial and temporal journey through life and which try to convey a need to live in a more sustainable world. He seeks the moments and the light in whatever context he finds himself and endeavors to use his photographic acumen to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. Trevor also leads small photo tours in Donegal and Ireland but also to other destinations. He lived in Ethiopia from 2...2021-04-191h 22The Travelers BlueprintTTB 132: March Travel Bites w/ Bob and ElliotIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of March. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: Scramble Against Time to Free Ship Stuck in Suez CanalUS Travel Calls for Timeline To Reopen International TravelIndonesia Digital Nomad VisaHealth officials monitoring dozens in US for EbolaTravelers are sitting on more than $10 billion in airline credits — here’s what do to do before they expireTwo New Airlines!3 things to know about your CDC vaccine cardMind-blowing travel 'facts' you thought were trueUp Th...2021-04-0531 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 130: Creating The Ultimate Travel ExperienceTTB 130: Creating The Ultimate Travel Experience Carolene Méli is an Experience Strategist helping businesses create exceptional experiences for their employees and their guests through inspiring workshops, speaking and 1:1 consulting. She has spent the last 10 years on tour with Cirque du Soleil running front of house departments in 17 different countries and over 50 different cities worldwide. On top of this, she ran the entertainment department on a cruise ship in the Mediterranean and the Carribean, coached gymnastics in France and headed a luxury villa experience project in Portugal. Her love of travel and experiencing the world is highly in...2021-03-221h 02The Travelers BlueprintTTB 129: Overcoming Personal Loss Through TravelTTB 129: Overcoming Personal Loss Through TravelCharles Hammerton, while in the Royal Air Force, rescued a pet ferret called Bandit. The pair had a great bond and climbed mountains, trekked across countries and raised thousands of pounds for various charities. In 2017, after the loss of close family members and being discharged from the RAF, Charlie and Bandit decided to sell all they had and leave the UK behind to embark on a 10,000 mile road trip across Europe, from the Arctic Circle to Sicily! Charlie is now an author, children’s support worker and business owner... but he’s al...2021-03-151h 19The Travelers BlueprintTTB 128: Promoting Inclusivity in TravelTTB 128: Promoting Inclusivity in TravelJeannette Ceja is a bilingual Travel Journalist, TV Host, Travel Advisor, and a Global Public Speaker. Last year, she was awarded as one of the top 20 Global Women of Excellence by U.S. Congressman Danny K. Davis and the Multi-Ethnic Advisory Task Force. In this conversation we discussed the challenges and ambitions the travel sector faces as it transitions to be more inclusive of all people, cultures, and ethnicities. Jeanette provided valuable insight on her work to increase representation associated with travel companies, and perhaps more importantly, travelers themselves. This was an...2021-03-0856 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 127: February Travel Bites w/ Bob and ElliotIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of February. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: Travel To Europe Could Pick Up Significantly By SummerDelta will block middle seats through April as competitors continue to fill planesBipartisan Hospitality and Commerce Bill Gains Support of Travel IndustryThe Race To Create a Global Digital COVID-19 Passport Is OnAirline CEOs Set for White House Meeting on Carbon FootprintCDC is not recommending a Covid-19 test requirement before domestic travelPlanning to go camping this spring or summer? Think a...2021-03-0139 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 125: Exploring ColombiaMatt Waugh, a Scottish Expat, moved to Peru in 2006 as a tour leader responsible for groups of tourists from all over the world. He now leads treks throughout Peru and Colombia, and today we discussed his tours through the Colombian jungle! Matt is the Co-Founder of South Andes Tour Agency & Operator which specializes in local options and personalized experiences for hikes in Peru and Colombia. Inside the Episode:(08:35): Matt starts us off with his incredible story of being stuck within Colombia for four months, starting in March of 2020 at the height of the global lockdown caused by...2021-02-151h 31The Travelers BlueprintTTB 124: Photographing Cultures in TransitionNikola Kostic, born in Serbia, has lived in Indonesia for the past 20 years. He has a passion for photography with a strong fascination for cultures in transition. With the islands of the Indonesian archipelago, and the vibrant countries of southeast Asia at his doorstep he’s never short of inspiration, and spends much of my time on the road (and on the ocean) capturing the magic of life through a series of fleeting moments.Inside the Episode:(07:58): Nikola starts us off with his experience during the conflict in the Balkans.(11:13): We make the transition to Nikola’s in...2021-02-081h 17The Travelers BlueprintTTB 123: January Travel Bites w/ Bob and ElliotIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of January. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: (04:07): China Deploys Anal Swab Tests To Detect High-Risk Covid-19 Cases(05:06): Why You Should Get Ready to Plan a Vacation(07:44): US Travel Association To Advocate for Travel Tax Credits09:05): World Tourism Organization Calls For Vaccine Passport(11:04): People Are Faking COVID-19 Tests In Order To Travel(12:43): Biden Will Restrict Travel From South Africa, Reinstates Ban to EU, UK, Brazil(17:32): Will travelers need a negative COVID-19 test to board flights w...2021-02-0127 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 122: TAT Becoming a BackpackerTTB 122: TAT Becoming a BackpackerOn this episode of the Travel Around Table, the group discusses:(03:25): We open up strong with budgeting recommendations (or lack thereof)!(08:55): Amanda and Ryan get into their long history of backpacking around the world. (24:15): We discuss some of the best ways you can ensure your trip is meaningful. (37:11): We take a deep dive into the planning aspect of backpacking abroad. (47:12): We get into work/travel balance for long term travel as a digital nomad. Remember to check out our guests and...2021-01-251h 11The Travelers BlueprintTTB 121: Less Laundry, More TravelWen Muenyi is the creator of HercLéon, the world’s first laundry-free clothing. A native of Cameroon, Wen discovered antimicrobial fabric blends after a trip to Iceland. He realized some fabrics held odors longer than others and committed to discovering why. With four successful crowdfunding campaigns under his belt, the company has earned over $700,000 from hundreds of backers on Indiegogo and Kickstarter — $551,000 in 2020 alone.Inside the Episode:(04:52): We start with an introduction of Wen, including his upbringing in Cameroon Africa and some early moments that inspired his travels. (35:09): Wen brought us through his hilarious story in Ice...2021-01-181h 11The Travelers BlueprintTTB 120: Retracing WWII Through EuropeJD is the producer and host of The History Underground on YouTube where he provides an educational resource for history teachers and students. Found within that channel is a series called “History Traveler” where the viewer rides along with JD as he explores different historic sites around the U.S. and the world. Inside the Episode:(10:47): JD explains the preparation and research he puts into his historic travel videos. (15:00): We begin the discussion on JD’s experience traveling through Europe in search of WWII’s most historical events, including France, Germany, and the UK. (41:10): JD takes us through...2021-01-111h 19The Travelers BlueprintTTB 119: December Travel Bites with Bob and ElliotIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of December. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: (06:38): US State Travel Restrictions: December’s Latest COVID-19 Requirements(10:48): 2021 Travel Forecast: The ‘Vaxication’ and Other Trends(21:26): American teen jailed for violating quarantine in Cayman Islands gets reduced sentence(23:58): Los Angeles pilot finally captures elusive 'jetpack man' on video(25:44):Will Airlines Require Vaccine Passports in 2021?(29:02): :16 Really Good Things That Happened in the Travel World in 2020Up This Month: JD discussing his YouTube Channel History Underground where he...2021-01-0438 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 118: TAT 004 - Is Social Media Killing Travel?On this episode of the Travel Around Table, the group discusses:(03:45): Is the age of the adventurer/explorer all but gone? (06:40): Has social media killed the opportunity for people to experience travel without outside opinion? (13:26): Are people traveling for the perfect picture and not for the experience? (39:00): “Quit Your Job and Make Millions Traveling the World!!” - Is this legit? (57:55): Elliot’s Hoorah Question: As travel content creators, what is the one thing you want to instill into your following? Remember to check out our guests and the incredible travel information they provide!Jeff Jenkins: https://www...2020-12-281h 03The Travelers BlueprintTTB 117: The Ultimate American Wine Road TripNickolaus Hines (@nickolaushines) is a Denver-based freelance writer. His work has appeared in Food & Wine, Wine Enthusiast, INSIDER, and more! This week Nick joined us for a discussion on The Great American Wine tour where we broke down the various wine regions of the USA. After a bit of wine talk we transitioned into coffee culture in the United States, where Elliot informed us he drinks coffee all day, every day, up to an hour before bed…..Inside the Episode:(04:15): Nick brings us up to speed on his background as a travel journalist and editor in th...2020-12-211h 19The Travelers BlueprintTTB 116: Autonomous TravelLarry Burns advises organizations on the future of mobility, logistics, manufacturing, energy and innovation. His current clients include Waymo, Goodyear and Kitson & Partners. Larry served as General Motors Corporate Vice President of Research & Development and Planning from 1998-2009. Between 2010 and 2016, Larry was Professor of Engineering Practice at the University of Michigan, Director of the Program for Sustainable Mobility at Columbia University, and an advisor to several major companies.Larry is the author of Autonomy: The Quest to Build The Driverless Car—And How It Will Reshape Our World (with Christopher Shulgan and published by Ecco / HarperCollins on Augu...2020-12-141h 07The Travelers BlueprintTTB 115: November Travel Bites with Bob and ElliotIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of November. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: (04:22): COVID-19 is surging. But Americans can still travel to these 75 countries.(8:30): Vaccine news and how it impacts the travel industry (12:13):Iceland Is Reopening to Tourists — but Only Those Who Make at Least $88,000 a Year(15:18): Proposed booze ban for Bali(18:15): Arkansas Will Give You $10,000 and a Mountain Bike to Move There(22:33): Digital Nomads Did Not Prepare For ThisUp This Month: 2020-12-0730 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 114: Traveling Misfits and RejectsChapin is the creator of Misfits and Rejects, a travel podcast about the lifestyle design of expatriates, travelers, entrepreneurs and adventures. People who take that step toward the life they’ve always dreamed.Inside the Episode:(04:25): Chapin starts us off with how he fell in love with travel as a young surfer growing up in Newport Beach, CA. (15:00):Chapin brings us through his incredibly taxing 1 year trip traveling the world surviving on approximately $1 a day. After losing 30lbs and struggling to keep up with the nomadic lifestyle - he crashed. He struggled tremendously on this journey aro...2020-11-3059 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 113: The Art of Mindful TravelMag is the award-winning author of BOWING TO ELEPHANTS, Tales of a Travel Junkie (which hit #1 in 5 countries on the day it launched and just won Best Indie Biographies & Memoirs from Kirkus). Her book has been compared to EAT PRAY LOVE in professional reviews and has received accolades from many thought leaders in the mindfulness space, including Jack Kornfield. It's full of stories of her travels around the world, self-discovery, healing, food, and so much more. Inside the Episode:(04:22): Elliot introduces Mag by providing a general synopsis on her book, Bowing to Elephants. (05:10): Mag brings us up...2020-11-231h 17The Travelers BlueprintTTB 112: Achieving Location IndependenceAmanda & Ryan are the hosts of The World Wanderers podcast. They are both originally from Western Canada, but fell in love with traveling on their first big backpacking trip around the world in 2011. Since then, they have traveled all over the world together! In 2016, Amanda & Ryan took their work online so that they could travel more full-time and more sustainably. They’ve been digital nomads ever since, and although Canada will always be home, they have now lived in places like Bali, Mexico, the United States, and Panama. They created The World Wanderers as a way to share their tr...2020-11-161h 23The Travelers BlueprintTTB 111: Into the AmazonScott Lite was trained as an herbalist at the Appalachia School of Holistic Herbalism in September 2011. Scott is an associate of the Botanical Preservation Corps and was on the 2010 expedition to Peru collecting seeds and information on medicinal, edible, and sacred plants throughout the Andes. In 2010 Scott opened the Ethnobotanical Conservation Organization or EthnoCO which is a company based in Peru that leads expeditions and sells cultural wares.Inside the Episode:(09:03): There are certain things you need to know before you go into the Amazon. Scott breaks down the dangers for us.(17:08): Scott tells an incredible...2020-11-091h 01The Travelers BlueprintTTB 110: October Travel Bites with Bob and ElliotIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of October. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: (4:07): General travel updates around the world! (7:03): Holiday Travel Trends!(9:22): Google is rolling out new tech to aid in your ability to book travel in the COVID-19 world!(12:42): The man who visited Machu Picchu all by himself after a 7 month lockdown in Peru!(16:57): The man on the jetpack is back in the LAX area! Up This Month: Scott Lite: Touring the Amazon Jungle Amanda and Ryan...2020-11-0222 minThe Travelers BlueprintTAT 003: The Future of TravelOn this episode of the Travel Around Table, the group discusses:(3:45): What does the future of travel hold? (20:12): What are some of the things tour guides are doing to entice guests to travel safely? (26:35): How has COVID-19 altered your perception of the travel industry? (43:01): One Cuban cigar a day keeps the Spanish Flu away(45:38): Elliot’s Hoorah Question of the day! “What advice can you give our listeners who are typically travel enthusiasts on how to plan and proceed with travel?”Remember to check out our guests and the in...2020-10-3052 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 109: Vagabonding with Rolf PottsRolf Potts’ adventures have taken him across six continents, and include piloting a fishing boat 900 miles down the Laotian Mekong, hitchhiking across Eastern Europe, traversing Israel on foot, bicycling across Burma, driving a Land Rover across South America, and traveling around the world for six weeks with no luggage or bags of any kind. Rolf is perhaps best known for promoting the ethic of independent travel, and his book on the subject, Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel, which has been through thirty-two printings and translated into several foreign languages.Inside the Ep...2020-10-261h 17The Travelers BlueprintTTB 107: The Philly GuideKeshler Thibert is a Philadelphia native and member of Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides, a member of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, and a contributing writer with Hidden Philadelphia. Today we talked about the tours he offers in Philadelphia, general Philadelphia history, and of course FOOD!Inside the Episode:(6:30): We introduce Keshler and start with the history of Philadelphia and several ways you can enjoy touring the city. (10:54) Come to Philly because this is where Ben Franklin got drunk! Keshler breaks down some of the interesting history of our hometown.(12:43): Philly is more than just cheesesteaks. A...2020-10-121h 10The Travelers BlueprintTTB 106: SeptemberTravel Bites with Bob and ElliotIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of September. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: (4:01): Why travel should be considered an essential human activity(8:36): NASA Publishes Artemis Plan to Land First Woman, Next Man on Moon in 2024(9:37): Toxins in water blamed for deaths of hundreds of elephants in Botswana(13:00): 9 cards currently offering sign-up bonuses of 100,000 points or more(16:40): American joins United and Hawaiian in offering preflight COVID testing(18:05)Airbus looks to the future with hydrogen planes(20:44): U.S. airlines lay off thousands o...2020-10-0528 minThe Travelers BlueprintTAT 002: Travel SafetyOn this episode of the Travel Around Table, the group discusses:Our biggest concerns when it comes to your safety abroad. Do men have it easier when it comes to solo travel over women? Our favorite tips and tricks that help us be safer travelers. (4:00): Is it harder to travel solo as a man or woman? (22:30): The group discusses travel insurance (38:30): We discuss general travel safety tips(48:10): Elliot’s Hoorah Question: What is the safest form of travel that you prefer to take? Remember to check out our guests a...2020-09-251h 00The Travelers BlueprintTTB 103: Animals Using DrugsHe was trained as an herbalist at the Appalachia School of Holistic Herbalism in September 2011. Scott is an associate of the Botanical Preservation Corps and was on the 2010 expedition to Peru collecting seeds and information on medicinal, edible, and sacred plants throughout the Andes. In 2010 Scott opened the Ethnobotanical Conservation Organization or EthnoCO which is a company based in Peru that leads expeditions and sells cultural wares.Inside the Episode:Dolphins...oh dolphins. What’s not to love, right? Well...as Scott tells us, dolphins in Peru have been spotted to have intimate relationships with men in...2020-09-141h 07The Travelers BlueprintTTB 102: August Travel Bites with Bob and ElliotIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of August. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: (7:45) A man is caught by incoming pilots to be flying by jetpack in LAX(10:46) Major Airlines are cancelling their “no-change fee” (14:10) COVID-19 in September: Which US States Have Travel Restrictions?(17:00) Contiki Is Gifting Essential Workers a Free VacationNominate an essential worker here: https://www.contiki.com/us/en/act...2020-09-0741 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 101: War TourismMichael Hilliard has been involved in journalism since 2010, working and reporting from countries ranging from Iran, Russia, Ukraine, Kyrgyzstan, China, Belarus and many more. He has broken front page news a number of times, and has worked with sources ranging from the White House to the Taliban.He is regularly called upon as an informed source for various publications and also serves on various committees and councils for the Australian government. Michael is also the host of Australia's largest geopolitics show The Red Line, which has gone on to be streamed of 400,000 times in over 86 countries. ...2020-08-311h 04The Travelers BlueprintTTB 100: The Roman GuyBrandon Shaw is the Co-Founder of one of Italy’s most popular tour companies, The Tour Guy/The Roman Guy. From how to navigate the city, where to grab a slice of pizza, to where to stock up on the best wine, Brandon was able to provide us with detailed information on the how, when, and where for all things Rome. Inside the Episode:Rome Tip of the Day: Once you arrive in Roma Termini, take the subway straight to the Colosseum. The view of the Colosseum as you come out from the subway will be a j...2020-08-2449 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 099: Behind the Scenes of VeniceOn this podcast we spoke with Igor Scomparin of Tour Leader Venice, who specializes in off the beaten path tours in Venice. He shared a ton of ways YOU can stay away from the large crowds and get to experience Venice just like a local. From visiting the print shop where the first printed version of Pinocchio was made, to fine dining and drinking at restaurants few tourists visit, Igor will “bring you in the backdoor” of Venice for a unique experience of local life. Website: www.tourleadervenice.comFacebook: https://www.instagram.com/tourleadervenice/...2020-08-171h 10The Travelers BlueprintTTB 098: Oaxaca Mexico with Coast to CostaWhile living in Spain for four years, Andrew developed fluency for the language and fell in love with the culture. His time there has given him the ability to create a local’s experience, highlighting some of the best- kept secrets that cannot be found in a guidebook. After moving back to San Francisco, he worked in the Spanish food and wine industry. In this role he was able to build relationships with the best restaurants, wineries, and Mezcal producers in Northern Spain and Mexico. It was shortly after this, in 2012, when he launched Coast to Costa to share hi...2020-08-091h 00The Travelers BlueprintTTB 097: July Travel Bites W Bob And ElliotIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of July. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: Anyone else crossing their fingers for a season 2 of Zac Efron’s netflix show Down to Earth? Things we learned: Water Sommeliers exist, you can cook bread in volcanic sand using geothermal energy, and apparently Zac Efron has a dad bod - which means there is absolutely no hope for the rest of us. This was important to go over on the podcast this we...2020-08-0333 minThe Travelers BlueprintTAT 001: Covid-19 and TravelOn this episode of the Travel Around Table, the group discusses how COVID-19 has impacted their travel plans, travel content, and general daily lives. We get into what the future of travel may be like post COVID-19 and ways we’re holding onto optimism for the future.
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Joshua Biggers https://tiredofworking.com/This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2020-07-311h 04The Travelers BlueprintTTB 096: Mesoamerican Psychoactive FloraScott Lite is an ethnobotanist, herbalist, adventurer, seed-saver, plant hunter, explorer and apprentice to the shaman of the world. He was trained as an herbalist at the Appalachia School of Holistic Herbalism in September 2011. Scott is an associate of the Botanical Preservation Corps and was on the 2010 expedition to Peru collecting seeds and information on medicinal, edible, and sacred plants throughout the Andes. In 2010 Scott opened the Ethnobotanical Conservation Organization or EthnoCO which is a company based in Peru that leads expeditions and sells cultural wares.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: 2020-07-271h 17The Travelers BlueprintTTB 095: The Thoughtful TravelerAmanda Kendle is a travel podcaster, blogger, and most importantly a Thoughtful Traveler. Amanda is the host of The Thoughtful Travel podcast where she discusses mindfulness, travel planning, slow travel, and voluntourism.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2020-07-201h 09The Travelers BlueprintTTB 094: The Travel EntrepreneurJoshua Biggers is a travel blogger, travel author, and digital creator living the Digital Nomad Life. Joshua creates informative travel content that helps people around the world see the world as affordably and as efficiently as possible.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2020-07-131h 04The Travelers BlueprintTTB 093: June Travel Bites w/ Bob and ElliotIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of June. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: The European Union will not allow Americans in for what may end up being the remainder of the summer through the fall! https://www.nytimes.com/article/eu-travel-ban-explained-usa.htmlTwo women from the UK are the first two cases in New Zealand after the country essentially squashed the virus. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-zealand-new-coronavirus-cases-24-days-uk-travelers-visit-dying-relative/Elephants are...2020-07-0631 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 092: Walking the Yangtze RiverA continuation from the last episode:Ash Dykes is an explorer, extreme athlete, motivational speaker and 3x World First Record Holder. Ash recently head-lined global news by becoming the first person to hike the entire length of the Yangtze River in China. A 4,000-mile journey that took him 352 days to complete, he faced bears, altitude, wolves, landslides, blizzards and had to send 10 of the 16 team members (that joined him for short stints at different locations) home, due to altitude sickness, fear of wildlife and/or injury.This podcast uses the following third-party services for...2020-06-2950 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 091: Walking Across Mongolia and MadagascarAsh Dykes is an explorer, extreme athlete, motivational speaker and 3x World First Record Holder. On this podcast Ash discusses his mind boggling hikes across both Mongolia and Madagascar where he encountered and overcame everything from mythical jungle witches to bouts with dehydration and exhaustion.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2020-06-2250 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 090: The London Tour GuideSimon Cole is the London tour guide. Simon has a deep admiration for the lengthy history and the quirky nature of the City of London and those who occupy it. Using his personal curiosity to inspire others, Simon takes people deep into off the beaten path neighborhoods to experience a side of London most Londoners don't even get to experience.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2020-06-1558 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 089: The Motorcycle Ride Across Two ContinentsThis week we spoke with Paulo Martino, a professional motorcycle adventurer and owner of Artful Ink Studios. On this podcast Paulo brings us through his incredible four month trip by motorcycle starting in Dubai then through the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and ending in Oslo, Norway.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2020-06-081h 00The Travelers BlueprintTTB 088: May Travel Bites w/ Bob and ElliotIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of May in a world where travel news is still dominated by the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. We break down how COVID-19 impacted countries are opening up to localized tourism.We contemplate what the future of travel will be like for Americans.We discuss a groundbreaking advancement in electric air travel with the first electric flight with a cessna plane! 2020-06-0122 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 087: Active Travel AdventureKit Parks combs the planet to find the best multi-day active travel experiences for fit folks like yourself. She shares her findings with you on her website, in her twice a month podcast (also called Active Travel Adventures). Kit is a 57 year old widow that discovered adventure travel AFTER she turned fifty. All of the adventures are something that she can do, and so can YOU if you are reasonably fit, especially if you do a little pre-trip training. The common denominator is that on all of these adventure vacations, you have to MOVE! You're going to have to...2020-05-2558 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 086: The Buzzed BiologistOn this episode we spoke with Preston, the Buzzed Biologist who travels the world in one of the more adventurous ways we’ve heard thus far on the show. Making it a point to experience the countries he visits in the most authentic way possible, while searching for exotic wildlife.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2020-05-181h 02The Travelers BlueprintTTB 085: Travel BoliviaAlan Cotter is an Irishman currently living in Bolivia for the past eight years. His venture to becoming an Expat came after visiting South America during a month-long visit turned into a prolonged several month stay. Before Alan knew it he was managing a hostel in Cusco, Peru. Eventually this led him to managing the Loki Hostel in Bolivia where he was able to provide us with amazing insight on this remote, often overlooked, country.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2020-05-101h 04The Travelers BlueprintTTB 084: April Travel Bites w/ Bob and ElliotIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of April. We break down how our own personal travels have been impacted by COVID-19 and news and travel information related to the pandemic: We break down how our upcoming trips have been impacted by the spread of COVID-19We contemplate the future of travel as it relates to the airport, air travel, and what to expect as you arrive at your new destination. We read through two articles that break down what...2020-05-0436 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB Quarantine Special Edition. Virtual Tours With The Tour GuyIn this episode I sat down with Brandan Shaw, Co-Founder of one of Italy’s most popular tour companies, The Tour Guy (aka The Roman Guy). As COVID-19 began to spread through the Lombardy region in late January many tour companies, including The Tour Guy were overwhelmed with cancellations. Keeping a positive mindset during this historic health crisis has allowed The Tour Guy to remain focused on bringing valuable information on Italy to its guests with the opening of virtual tours for several cities throughout Italy and Europe.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: 2020-04-0629 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 083: Psychoactive Flora of the WorldScott Lite is an ethnobotanist, herbalist, adventurer, seed-saver, plant hunter, explorer and apprentice to the shaman of the world. He was trained as an herbalist at the Appalachia School of Holistic Herbalism in September 2011. Scott is an associate of the Botanical Preservation Corps and was on the 2010 expedition to Peru collecting seeds and information on medicinal, edible, and sacred plants throughout the Andes. In 2010 Scott opened the Ethnobotanical Conservation Organization or EthnoCO which is a company based in Peru that leads expeditions and sells cultural wares.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: 2020-03-161h 07The Travelers BlueprintTTB 082: High Altitude Medivac w/ Jeff EvansJeff Evans is a world renowned adventurer, expedition leader, speaker, facilitator, author, physician assistant, high altitude medic, and humanitarian. As a highly sought after speaker / facilitator with over 20 years delivering engaging and impactful keynotes to hundreds of clients, Jeff has made appearances at dozens of Fortune 500 companies around the world. Jeff takes the audience on a journey to high peaks around the globe, detailing his exciting endeavors as mountain guide, adventurer and philanthropist. These experiences have allowed Jeff to hone his skills of servant leadership, teamwork, communication and handling adversity which he shares in a way that is applicable...2020-03-091h 07The Travelers BlueprintTTB 081: February Travel Bites w/ Bob and ElliotIn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of February. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: We break down some of the most up to date travel information associated with the coronavirus outbreakNoooo! Ok, we get it. No one wants to be known as the country people visit to get high. But come on Amsterdam, we have nothing but peace and love for you. Don't shun us, man. Vacations, now backed by science. An interesting article on...2020-03-0133 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 080: On Airplane ModeThis week we spoke with Kirstie and Christine, a couple from New York City who are making progress on their goal of backpacking all around the world. Kirstie and Christine are hoping that by following their passion for traveling they can help inspire others, especially in the LGBT community, to do the same!This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2020-02-2454 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 079: The Global Travel ChannelMark Philpott has been travelling all of his life. From the age of sixteen when he left his home country of New Zealand, his exploration of the world commenced and has never stopped. Mark has been fortunate enough to have traveled to every corner of this amazing planet, and has met many of it's incredible people, touched and smelled her unbelievable nature, and changed his life several times along the way.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2020-02-171h 06The Travelers BlueprintTTB 078: Evidence of Hope in TanzaniaTasha Goldberg is a writer, reporter, video producer, and ethnobotanist. Tasha has travelled the world reporting at United Nations negotiations and events on the topic of sustainable development over the last decade. In 2004, Tasha founded Sustainable Solutions, a business consultancy designed to implement global strategic sustainability programs and maintain an active voice in the ongoing planetary dialogue of sustainable development. Tasha’s focus is on opportunities to empower indigenous communities, add value in natural ingredient supply chains, and cultivate carbon awareness.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.co...2020-02-101h 03The Travelers BlueprintTTB 077: January Travel Bites w/ Bob and ElliotOn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of January. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: Before you travel we highly recommend checking out the US Department of State’s travel advisory. Although it does appear that CoronaVirus is a major concern for those hanging out in the US, please take these warnings seriously if you plan on visiting countries that may not have medical facilities to the standard of the US. Safe travels everyone!The Australian wi...2020-02-0224 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 076: Lonely Planet - Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to AstrotourismValerie Stimac is a San Francisco Bay Area-based space tourism and travel writer. She began working with Lonely Planet in 2014, providing local content about Seattle and San Francisco. In 2019, her first book Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to Astrotourism was published by Lonely Planet, and she has also contributed to other Lonely Planet books including The Universe. Her love of space was inspired by growing up in Alaska, watching the northern lights, and seeing the Comet Hale-Bopp in 1997. While her professional career is focused on tourism rather than science, she's working to make space accessible and help more people...2020-01-271h 10The Travelers BlueprintTTB 075: The Wild Indian GirlPriya Mareedu, aka The Wild Indian Girl was not content with the trappings of life’s status quo, she left the security of her law office to pursue modeling full-time. Despite signing with Seattle’s top agency and shooting campaigns for Fortune-500 companies and boutiques alike, her heart begged for something more. Priya’s longing led to wild places within which she could shoot—yielding a unique juxtaposition of beauty and grace contrasted by rugged open spaces. There she discovered the means to create scenes that were dynamic and captivating, though the experiences still felt like they were lacking depth. S...2020-01-1955 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 074: Award Travel 101Jeffrey Brownson is the manager for AwardWallet’s social communities, including the ever-growing Facebook groups, Award Travel 101™, Travel Grumps 101, and Award Travel Singles Mingle. He also hosts the weekly Award Travel 101 Podcast. Jeff found his way to miles and points while researching a trip more than a decade ago, and has been hooked ever since. Over the years, he has taken his family all over the world, with his kids having already traveled to 6 continents and over 25 countries. From speaking at major conferences such as the Chicago Seminars and Frequent Traveler University to writing for several prominent travel sites, Jeff...2020-01-1357 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 073: December Travel Bites w/ Bob and ElliotOn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of December. We break down our favorite different news articles, including: -The volcanic eruption on White Island in New Zealand that claimed the lives of 19 people. -Hotels are gross. But have you ever heard of someone using the coffee pot to wash their underwear? Or that the maids sometimes use your bed to get some quick shut eye on their break? This article broke down some of the dirtiest and weirdest things about hotel rooms...2020-01-0633 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 072: House Sitting w/ the House Sit DivaKelly Hayes-Raitt, aka the House Sit Diva, ran for public office and got her butt kicked 10 years ago. After a 30-year career as a political activist promoting social and environmental justice, she decided to take a sabbatical from politics and visited the Middle East several times where she worked with refugees. To finance her writing, she rents out her own home while she lives in other peoples’ homes, aka house sitting. She’s been housesitting full time since 2009 in the U.S., Mexico, United Kingdom., Germany, Denmark, Netherlands, Gibraltar, Vietnam, Cambodia, China, Singapore, Japan, Malaysia, Senegal, Malawi and Mozambique. She’...2019-12-291h 11The Travelers BlueprintTTB 071: Great White Sharks & Marine Research in South AfricaDylan Irion is a marine scientist and Save Our Seas Foundation project leader working towards a PhD that aims to unravel the drivers of Great White Shark population dynamics in South Africa. He is a passionate free-diver and SCUBA diver, and he volunteers as a Sea Rescue crew member. When not researching sharks, Dylan is Course Director and co-founder of Cape RADD, an organization that seeks to train aspiring scientists, promote citizen science and campaign for a sustainable relationship with our oceans.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https...2019-12-231h 10The Travelers BlueprintTTB 070: Africa and Budget Travel Tips with Black KintsugiPelumi Nubi is currently in her final year of her PhD studentship in cancer research and human genetics. But she is also extremely passionate about travelling. 3 years ago she started travelling with a mission to visit 30 countries before she turned 30. Her ambition quickly grew and she has now visited over 50 countries. Her new goal is to see all 193 UN recognized countries and be the youngest black woman to do so. Travelling to me is the kintsugi (Japanese word for mending with gold therefore making a broken item better than new) of life. Kintsugi is able to both mend and...2019-12-1549 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 069: Alaska National Parks w/ Miss RoverMelissa Miller, aka Miss Rover, quit her stationary job at 25, packed up her belongings in her Nissan Juke, and left Michigan where she has lived her whole life. Two months later, car camping across 11 states, she is now living and working in Juneau, Alaska! Melissa currently works as a home health care Occupational Therapist Monday through Thursday and keeps busy after work with yoga, bouldering, painting, going to live music shows, and petting all the cats. On the weekends you’ll find her hiking through the Tongass National Forest!This podcast uses the following third-party services fo...2019-12-0945 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 068: November Travel Bites w/ Bob and ElliotOn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of November. We break down 14 different news articles, including: -The Mega Bus Giveaway this Cyber Monday! This sale starts at 9am EST today! Only 200,000 free tickets available, so be sure to act fast. Let the travel odds be ever in your favor!-A Wooly Mammoth death pit was found in Mexico. Hundreds (yes hundreds) of Wooly Mammoth skeletons were found in this pit giving archaeologists insight on ancient hunting techniques. -Do you plug...2019-12-0127 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 067: The Adventures Of The Beard Brothers UKThe Beard Brothers UK, Luke and Chris, are two friends who love going on adventures, making videos out of them, and sharing them with the world. They are both from the green and pleasant land of almighty England. Luke lives in the Shires of the north and Chris lives in a cave somewhere near the mystical land of southern fairies. They both met in the hills of Sheffield whilst at university and forged a strong friendship playing for the same football (soccer) team.Currently the Beard Brothers make bike touring adventure videos on Youtube!...2019-11-251h 06The Travelers BlueprintTTB 066: Gary, the New York City Tour GuideGary D is a native New Yorker, born and raised on the Upper West Side, who's lived and worked his entire life almost exclusively within three blocks of his childhood home. Gary gives us intimate insight into the world of being a NYC Tour Guide and great trip ideas to some lesser known locations.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2019-11-181h 07The Travelers BlueprintTTB 065: A Ride on the Trans-Mongolian RailwayIn this episode we spoke with Carly Heyward, an avid world traveler, adventurer and detail oriented travel blogger. Carly has now been to 67 countries and counting, editing her website, www.flightoftheeducator.com along the way. Providing her following with detailed itineraries and budgeting options. In today’s conversation we touched up on general travel tips, budgeting, and her China/Mongolia/Russia train ride.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2019-11-111h 01The Travelers BlueprintTTB 064: October Travel Bites w/ Bob and ElliotOn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of October. We break down 10 different news articles, including: The roll out of airport terminal face recognition technology (AKA getting your picture taken) is coming to a US airport near you! Speeding up boarding times and eventually eliminating the need for paper copy boarding passes, we are excited to see this finally come to the USA. Do you have your REAL ID? The deadline has been established! Starting October 20, 2020 you will need your REAL ID...2019-11-0328 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 063: Bloom Stories - In Search of ChangemakersAngèle is from Provence in the south of France and based in Lisbon in between her travels. About 3 years ago, she left everything behind, booked a one-way ticket to Thailand and left with nothing else than a backpack and a camera. With no plan, no itinerary, no contact she started wandering around Asia where she kept meeting amazing people making a difference for our planet or for others. She decided to turn this adventure into a mission to meet these changemakers and tell their stories through photography and video, on social media. What was to be a 3 months t...2019-10-271h 02The Travelers BlueprintTTB 062: The Safari for EveryoneRobin Cormack and his wife, Clare are the co-founders and operators of Safari Deal. Robin was born and raised in Zimbabwe on a ranch in the south east of the country. His family moved to South Africa in the early 80’s where Robin completed his high school, military service and obtained a BComm degree. In the ‘gaps’ he travelled and worked around the globe. In 1998 he returned to Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls, where he set up and ran an adventure sports production company, filming adrenaline sports activities, as well as managing an overland truck department for Safari Par Excellence. After meetin...2019-10-2059 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 061: 6 Months in San Juan Del Sur, NicaraguaAnalisa Morel recently spent six months living in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua. A paradise unknown to most Americans, she enjoyed an easy-going lifestyle of teaching young children, doing yoga on the beach, and indulging in the occasional dragon fruit or guava. Mostly tourist and crowd free, you’ll find yourself contemplating skipping the normal Caribbean destinations and considering this beautiful Central American country after you hear about her experiences there.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2019-10-1448 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 060: September Travel Bites w/ Bob and ElliotOn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of September. We break down 12 different news articles, including: The devastation facing the Bahamas did not destroy it’s tourism industry. Popular islands like Nassau, Paradise Island, and the Exumas are operating as normal. Don’t cancel your trip just yet and know that any vacation to this country will be a great help for their recovery efforts. Jeff FREAKING Goldblum is coming to the Disney streaming service for “The World According to Jeff”....I guess li...2019-10-0637 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 055: August Travel Bites w/ Bob and ElliotOn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of August. We discuss the rise in the trending slow-tourism, the Amazonian wildfires, and the clashes in the street and airport of Hong Kong! Up This Month: Catherine, a Hawaiin ER Doctor who spends her vacation time scaling the Italian DolomitesAndrew of Coast to Costa talks to us on Cuban tourismSamuele and Daniela aka "Ordinary Jones" - an archaeological investigator in ItalyThis...2019-09-0230 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 051: July Travel Bites w/ Bob and ElliotOn this episode we discuss some of the recent travel related news we found interesting or relevant over the month of July. From the electric car trail through the Alps with Switzerland's Grand Tour to wondering how often airplanes actually get a decent scrub down!This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2019-08-0531 minThe Travelers BlueprintTTB 035: Game of Thrones Filming LocationsWhat a special episode we have here! With the aid of Marleah DiMenna (Bob's wife) we discuss the planning, preparation, and logistics for finding Game of Thrones filming locations in Croatia. In September, 2018 TTB Co-Host Bob and Marleah rented a car while on their honeymoon in order to travel to “off the beaten path” GoT filming locations. Starting in the capital of Zagreb, they drove through the various cities and natural landscapes of this beautiful Adriatic country in order to retrace the footsteps of their favorite Westerosian cast members!This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: ...2019-04-151h 10