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Welcome back to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It was the third day in Riyadh, and at 11 am, we left the apartment and our base for four nights. After a stop in a unique and impressive modern mall with a great water feature, I left the capital of Saudi Arabia with my travel friend, Cynthia, in our rental car to find the "Edge of the World". The Edge of the World Riyadh is on a plateau. And there's a place on the edge of this plateau called ”Edge of the World”. You would normally book expensive tours – at up to $500+US per person, to go there. But we decided to self-drive. There are two access roads to the official point. One is only open on weekends (and not this day), and the other access was in bad condition and currently only good by 4WD. We got lucky that Cynthia has a local acquaintance from the CouchSurfing community, Mohammad. He told us how to get to the REAL Edge of the World. It is near, but not at the tourist spot.  These directions included something like: "Go to the Mosque" "Go to End of Road" "Don't Die". Here's Mouhammad's full message: ”Go to the Mosque Ammaria Hills. Drive past the Mosque (it is on your right); go to the END of the paved road. Here go left. Then, take the first right. Then you'll start to see the Edge to your left. Pick a spot along the edge and be CAREFUL CAREFUL, as several people died here recently.” The directions seemed crazy, but they worked smoothly. We even saw our first two camels at the end of the paved road. We saw zero cars or people after the Mosque Ammaria Hills. The Edge of the World (also called Jebel Fihrayn) is an unexpected and dramatic geological wonder in the rocky desert. The site earned its nickname because you have an uninterrupted view of the horizon, and it kinda looks like it. It's a 1,131 m2 height cliff that lies some 100 km northwest of Riyadh and a great place to discover the breathtakingly spectacular views overlooking a deep valley and extending barren desert. It's one of the most famous sights in Saudi Arabia, and for a good reason. These cliffs rise dramatically from the desert, stretching toward the sky like a great natural wall and the cliff face is 300 meters tall. Maybe more in some places. When we stand on top of them and look toward the horizon, it seems as if the sky is melting into the earth. At the Edge, we pulled out onto the edge of the Edge at several points, being careful not to get stuck – and not to drive over the edge like Thelma and Louise. We were at Edge until 4 pm. It is a must-do. Although it's only an hour from Riyadh, it was unbelievably remote and exciting. From the Edge, we could see endlessly across the desert, which was created 150 million years ago when a shallow sea existed here. Now there's no water because Saudi Arabia is a dry country. And speaking of that, let's have a look at the Saudi weather. THE WEATHER Saudi Arabia is a large country located in the Middle East, and the climate varies significantly across different regions. But, in general, Saudi Arabia has a hot desert climate with very little rainfall. The eastern region and the southern areas – just south of where we are now, are one of the largest sand deserts in the world; it is considered one of the driest places on earth. Here rainfall is extremely rare; sometimes, it doesn't rain for years. In the capital city of Riyadh, the average annual rainfall is less than an inch (2.5 cm). They say it only rains two days a year in Riyadh. Temperatures in Saudi Arabia can be pretty extreme, with average high temperatures ranging from the 30s Celsius (mid-80s Fahrenheit) in the winter to over 50 degrees Celsius (120 degrees Fahrenheit) in the summer. The hottest temperatures are typically found in the eastern provinces, while the cooler temperatures are found in the western provinces, such as Jeddah and Mecca. Overall, the weather in Saudi Arabia is characterised by hot temperatures and low humidity throughout the year. It is important to stay hydrated and to protect yourself from the sun when visiting the country. But we got the rare experience of seeing rain in Saudi Arabia. A very rare experience in the desert. Driving across Saudi Arabia We started the road trip across the country and made a stop halfway to Al-Ula in a city called Hail. As soon as we leave Riyadh and head north, it is very flat with yellow sand. It is a big 6-lane divided highway with very little traffic. The roads throughout our trip are the same. They are large, in good condition and often more trucks or camels than cars. And thank God, 95% of road signs are in both Arabic and English. The locals told us they are not driving as fast and crazy as they used to because the government has installed many speed cameras. The maximum speed is 110 km/h, so travel is slower than we expected, and the distances between cities is big in this huge country. Camel Spotting After half an hour of driving, we see our first truck with four camels seated in the back. The nearly identical white trucks, often Toyotas, carry one to six camels. Each truck has a crane to lift the animals in and out. The camels look relaxed, almost as if they're enjoying the breeze and the ride. Along the way, we also see three colours of camels: white, brown, and black.  Our first sighting of a larger group of camels was of twelve strolling parallel to the highway. One of the locals had stopped and tried to get them off the road. Next up, we spotted a huge herd of 100 all-white camels (with one black one.) Orange Sand Dunes Then we entered Orange Sand Dunes. They stretch as far as the eye can see. These are much larger than the Red Sand Dunes to the south of Riyadh, where we went quad biking. The colours of the sand are varied as you look both close to the road and in the distance. We see pink, purple, black, yellow, white, and orange sand on the drive today. Accommodation in Saudi Just after 7 pm, we arrive at our accommodation in the city of Hail, nestled between Mount Shammer to the north and Mount Salma to the south. Hail was once the capital of the Arabian Desert. Consistently throughout Saudi, we easily rent 2-bedroom apartments via Hotels25.com. They average around $100 US a night. This one was $76 for a night. Like the one in Riyadh, this one was also a spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit. But it only contains one towel; there is not a single utensil or pan in the huge kitchen. Saudi Arabia is only recently opened to tourists, so it's like they are not really ready for tourists anticipating tourist needs. So, we soon learn to look and ask for: toilet paper, towels, hot water kettle and kitchen utensils. When we ask, the response is always that of extremely high Saudi hospitality: the desk clerk will say something like, "If I have it, it is yours"; then he will rush to go get the requested items. Meeting a Friendly Local The next morning, we got an early start without having breakfast. I just thought I'd buy something on the way and eat it in the car. But then something happened. Something very strange, surprising, and heart-warming. They didn't accept Visa or MasterCard (only their local Saudi Mada Card), and one of the other customers offered to pay for me. And he insisted that I fill a bag with lots of stuff. It was a very surprising and nice meeting with a random stranger. Getting Stuck in the Sand On the way from Hail to Al Ula, we took a driving break on the shoulder by the road. It looked fine, but too late, I realised that the sand was fine and soft – and we got stuck in the sand by the highway. And that was just the first time that happened. Getting stuck in the sand will happen four times on this trip. And twice in our next stop, Al Ula. After a bit of digging, shoving stuff under the tires of our front-wheel drive car, and pushing, we were off driving again. Al-Ula We arrived in Al-Ula at 3 in the afternoon. It's located in northwest Saudi Arabia and is known for its historical and cultural significance, as well as its natural beauty. It's also known for its ancient rock carvings, tombs, and ruins dating back to the pre-Islamic era. The area around Al-Ula has been inhabited for thousands of years. The city has been an important cultural and economic centre throughout its history and contains many important archaeological sites. One of them is the Hegra, which features a well-preserved set of tombs carved into the rock, many of which are decorated with incredible carvings and inscriptions. In recent years, Al-Ula has become a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Saudi government has been investing in developing the area as a tourist destination with the aim of showcasing its rich history and natural beauty. Al-Ula is also known for its unique geography with a mix of rocky desert and oasis, uniquely shaped rock formations, and has been a key location for many movies and TV shows. When we got there, we went directly to the most famous natural site and one of these uniquely shaped rock formations: Elephant Rock. It's very quiet here, and more grounds-maintenance workers than tourists. Later, approaching sunset, two information ladies and more visitors will arrive. But we have a relaxed stroll and sit with a drink from the cafe. Elephant Rock is in front of us and towers at 52 m (171 feet) in the air. It really looks like a huge elephant (see pictures on theradiovagabond.com and on Instagram). Just before sunset, we head around "Vessel Rock," then pick a sunset spot, surrounded by hundreds of rock monoliths. Next Week on The Radio Vagabond   In the next episode, a week from now on “Travel Tuesday”, we will speak to a young Saudi woman. She's dressed very western, is not wearing any hair covering and has perfect English. We'll also head further down the coast of the Red Sea to Yanbu and the big city of Jeddah, where we CouchSurf with a local. But also, I have an extra episode on Thursday where I speak with my Saudi friend, “J”. He's agreed to answer ANY question I have. Let's end with a poem written A.I. The Radio Vagabond, Palle Bo,Went to the edge of the world in Saudi, Where huge cliffs loomed high and big drops did flow, And the landscape was beauty to see. He threw a rock down with care, Not wanting to drive over like Thelma and Louise, And across the hot desert they did fare, Getting stuck in the sand, but not to lose. They met many camels on the way, And a kind Saudi man paid for their breakfast, In the UNESCO site of Al-Ula they did stay, Where the Elephant Rock and unique formations did impress. So come and listen to the podcast, From Saudi Arabia, there's much more to come, With Palle Bo as your guide, you'll be engrossed, In the tales of adventure and fun. My name is Palle Bo, and I gotta keep moving. See you.

Welcome back to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It was the third day in Riyadh, and at 11 am, we left the apartment and our base for four nights. After a stop in a unique and impressive modern mall with a great water feature, I left the capital of Saudi Arabia with my travel friend, Cynthia, in our rental car to find the "Edge of the World". The Edge of the World  Riyadh is on a plateau. And there's a place on the edge of this plateau called ”Edge of the World”. You would normally book expensive tours – at up to $500+US per person, to go there. But we decided to self-drive. There are two access roads to the official point. One is only open on weekends (and not this day), and the other access was in bad condition and currently only good by 4WD. We got lucky that Cynthia has a local acquaintance from the CouchSurfing community, Mohammad. He told us how to get to the REAL Edge of the World. It is near, but not at the tourist spot.  These directions included something like: "Go to the Mosque" "Go to End of Road" "Don't Die". Here's Mouhammad's full message: ”Go to the Mosque Ammaria Hills. Drive past the Mosque (it is on your right); go to the END of the paved road. Here go left. Then, take the first right. Then you'll start to see the Edge to your left. Pick a spot along the edge and be CAREFUL CAREFUL, as several people died here recently.” The directions seemed crazy, but they worked smoothly. We even saw our first two camels at the end of the paved road. We saw zero cars or people after the Mosque Ammaria Hills. The Edge of the World (also called Jebel Fihrayn) is an unexpected and dramatic geological wonder in the rocky desert. The site earned its nickname because you have an uninterrupted view of the horizon, and it kinda looks like it. It's a 1,131 m2 height cliff that lies some 100 km northwest of Riyadh and a great place to discover the breathtakingly spectacular views overlooking a deep valley and extending barren desert. It's one of the most famous sights in Saudi Arabia, and for a good reason. These cliffs rise dramatically from the desert, stretching toward the sky like a great natural wall and the cliff face is 300 meters tall. Maybe more in some places. When we stand on top of them and look toward the horizon, it seems as if the sky is melting into the earth. At the Edge, we pulled out onto the edge of the Edge at several points, being careful not to get stuck – and not to drive over the edge like Thelma and Louise. We were at Edge until 4 pm. It is a must-do. Although it's only an hour from Riyadh, it was unbelievably remote and exciting. From the Edge, we could see endlessly across the desert, which was created 150 million years ago when a shallow sea existed here. Now there's no water because Saudi Arabia is a dry country. And speaking of that, let's have a look at the Saudi weather. THE WEATHER Saudi Arabia is a large country located in the Middle East, and the climate varies significantly across different regions. But, in general, Saudi Arabia has a hot desert climate with very little rainfall. The eastern region and the southern areas – just south of where we are now, are one of the largest sand deserts in the world; it is considered one of the driest places on earth. Here rainfall is extremely rare; sometimes, it doesn't rain for years. In the capital city of Riyadh, the average annual rainfall is less than an inch (2.5 cm). They say it only rains two days a year in Riyadh. Temperatures in Saudi Arabia can be pretty extreme, with average high temperatures ranging from the 30s Celsius (mid-80s Fahrenheit) in the winter to over 50 degrees Celsius (120 degrees Fahrenheit) in the summer. The hottest temperatures are typically found in the eastern provinces, while the cooler temperatures are found in the western provinces, such as Jeddah and Mecca. Overall, the weather in Saudi Arabia is characterised by hot temperatures and low humidity throughout the year. It is important to stay hydrated and to protect yourself from the sun when visiting the country. But we got the rare experience of seeing rain in Saudi Arabia. A very rare experience in the desert. Driving across Saudi Arabia We started the road trip across the country and made a stop halfway to Al-Ula in a city called Hail. As soon as we leave Riyadh and head north, it is very flat with yellow sand. It is a big 6-lane divided highway with very little traffic. The roads throughout our trip are the same. They are large, in good condition and often more trucks or camels than cars. And thank God, 95% of road signs are in both Arabic and English. The locals told us they are not driving as fast and crazy as they used to because the government has installed many speed cameras. The maximum speed is 110 km/h, so travel is slower than we expected, and the distances between cities is big in this huge country. Camel Spotting After half an hour of driving, we see our first truck with four camels seated in the back. The nearly identical white trucks, often Toyotas, carry one to six camels. Each truck has a crane to lift the animals in and out. The camels look relaxed, almost as if they're enjoying the breeze and the ride. Along the way, we also see three colours of camels: white, brown, and black.  Our first sighting of a larger group of camels was of twelve strolling parallel to the highway. One of the locals had stopped and tried to get them off the road. Next up, we spotted a huge herd of 100 all-white camels (with one black one.) Orange Sand Dunes Then we entered Orange Sand Dunes. They stretch as far as the eye can see. These are much larger than the Red Sand Dunes to the south of Riyadh, where we went quad biking. The colours of the sand are varied as you look both close to the road and in the distance. We see pink, purple, black, yellow, white, and orange sand on the drive today. Accommodation in Saudi Just after 7 pm, we arrive at our accommodation in the city of Hail, nestled between Mount Shammer to the north and Mount Salma to the south. Hail was once the capital of the Arabian Desert. Consistently throughout Saudi, we easily rent 2-bedroom apartments via Hotels25.com. They average around $100 US a night. This one was $76 for a night. Like the one in Riyadh, this one was also a spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit. But it only contains one towel; there is not a single utensil or pan in the huge kitchen. Saudi Arabia is only recently opened to tourists, so it's like they are not really ready for tourists anticipating tourist needs. So, we soon learn to look and ask for: toilet paper, towels, hot water kettle and kitchen utensils. When we ask, the response is always that of extremely high Saudi hospitality: the desk clerk will say something like, "If I have it, it is yours"; then he will rush to go get the requested items. Meeting a Friendly Local The next morning, we got an early start without having breakfast. I just thought I'd buy something on the way and eat it in the car. But then something happened. Something very strange, surprising, and heart-warming. They didn't accept Visa or MasterCard (only their local Saudi Mada Card), and one of the other customers offered to pay for me. And he insisted that I fill a bag with lots of stuff. It was a very surprising and nice meeting with a random stranger. Getting Stuck in the Sand On the way from Hail to Al Ula, we took a driving break on the shoulder by the road. It looked fine, but too late, I realised that the sand was fine and soft – and we got stuck in the sand by the highway. And that was just the first time that happened. Getting stuck in the sand will happen four times on this trip. And twice in our next stop, Al Ula. After a bit of digging, shoving stuff under the tires of our front-wheel drive car, and pushing, we were off driving again. Al-Ula We arrived in Al-Ula at 3 in the afternoon. It's located in northwest Saudi Arabia and is known for its historical and cultural significance, as well as its natural beauty. It's also known for its ancient rock carvings, tombs, and ruins dating back to the pre-Islamic era. The area around Al-Ula has been inhabited for thousands of years. The city has been an important cultural and economic centre throughout its history and contains many important archaeological sites. One of them is the Hegra, which features a well-preserved set of tombs carved into the rock, many of which are decorated with incredible carvings and inscriptions. In recent years, Al-Ula has become a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Saudi government has been investing in developing the area as a tourist destination with the aim of showcasing its rich history and natural beauty. Al-Ula is also known for its unique geography with a mix of rocky desert and oasis, uniquely shaped rock formations, and has been a key location for many movies and TV shows. When we got there, we went directly to the most famous natural site and one of these uniquely shaped rock formations: Elephant Rock. It's very quiet here, and more grounds-maintenance workers than tourists. Later, approaching sunset, two information ladies and more visitors will arrive. But we have a relaxed stroll and sit with a drink from the cafe. Elephant Rock is in front of us and towers at 52 m (171 feet) in the air. It really looks like a huge elephant (see pictures on theradiovagabond.com and on Instagram). Just before sunset, we head around "Vessel Rock," then pick a sunset spot, surrounded by hundreds of rock monoliths. Next Week on The Radio Vagabond   In the next episode, a week from now on “Travel Tuesday”, we will speak to a young Saudi woman. She's dressed very western, is not wearing any hair covering and has perfect English. We'll also head further down the coast of the Red Sea to Yanbu and the big city of Jeddah, where we CouchSurf with a local. But also, I have an extra episode on Thursday where I speak with my Saudi friend, “J”. He's agreed to answer ANY question I have. Let's end with a poem written A.I. The Radio Vagabond, Palle Bo, Went to the edge of the world in Saudi, Where huge cliffs loomed high and big drops did flow, And the landscape was beauty to see. He threw a rock down with care, Not wanting to drive over like Thelma and Louise, And across the hot desert they did fare, Getting stuck in the sand, but not to lose. They met many camels on the way, And a kind Saudi man paid for their breakfast, In the UNESCO site of Al-Ula they did stay, Where the Elephant Rock and unique formations did impress. So come and listen to the podcast, From Saudi Arabia, there's much more to come, With Palle Bo as your guide, you'll be engrossed, In the tales of adventure and fun. My name is Palle Bo, and I gotta keep moving. See you.

Couchsurfing--both the brand name and the general idea of staying on a stranger's couch when you're traveling! In this episode, we start with the company and go from there, from what the process is like and things to know ahead of time to stay safe and have a great experience, to alternative platforms that each have their own focus and advantages.Resources mentioned in the episode:CouchsurfingHost a SisterTrustrootsBeWelcomeCouchersWarm ShowersServas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

„Máig lenyűgöz! Közhelyszerűen hangzik, hogy valami az ellentéteknek a városa, Lima egészen biztos! Itt minden van és mindennek az ellenkezője. Jóból, rosszból, szolidaritásból, kirekesztésből, szeretetből, gyűlöletből, gazdagságból…” – Soós Tamás   http://www.inkalauz.hu/       http://abaratsagosszekotaszoosszehoz.libsyn.com/     aszoosszehoz@gmail.com          https://drive.google.com/open?id=16jIMy0_BKoYrarbtYELctwHfMv_iE66-&usp=sharing         https://www.facebook.com/groups/383671148748549/           https://www.buymeacoffee.com/aszoosszehoz   

Lexis Yelis is FULL of spunk, tenacity and passion. I had such a blast getting to know her and hearing all her fun stories. Lexis and I chatted during her 14-day NYC quarantine and she shared how quarantine has allowed her to re explore some past ideas with her collaborator and pattern Couchsurf. Check out her new song, “Between My Thighs” and watch the video here.  Please don't be shy, email me! Sara.Scoggins@idobi.com with any advice questions or topics. If you like the show, please rate, subscribe & share with a friend.  Talk soon! 

P & A On NPE: Couch Surf & Discuss Dying Evangelical Church by The Non-Partisan Evangelical

Alleine reisen kann cool sein. Kann aufregend sein. Und spannend. In dieser Folge geht es weniger um's "wie ich die Koffer packte und mich selbst fand", sondern darum, wie mein 19 jähriges Ich einfach mal nicht mehr auf Gelegenheiten warten wollte und anfing, durch Amerika zu touren. Dem folgten einige unvergessliche Stories, Backpacking durch Thailand und einem Solo-Roadtrip durch Neuseeland. Wer denkt, dass hier immer alles glatt lief ... ach, wer würde das schon vermuten. Viel Spaß beim Reinhören. Ich freue mich auf eure Travel Stories!

The Alternative Addiction Podcast returns in April with some great indie music. Listen for new music from Old Sol, FRND CRCL, Sub-Radio, Makeshift, Half-Hearted, Ocean Grove, Trapdoor Social, Big Spring, Couchsurf, and Mute Choir

Join me today as I chat and laugh with Luisana Colmenares, the podcaster for the Female Solo Traveler. Her INSTAGRAM is https://www.instagram.com/lucolmenares_/Luisana has visited over 22 countries in a very short time. Her favorite is whatever country she's visiting. She gives us a view at what it is like to "Couch Surf" and travel to Spain and Mexico as a single female traveler. We compare notes on interesting accommodations around the globe! Today's podcast is dedicated to the free spirits out there embracing travel when they can! Thanks Luisana for chatting with me today, hope we get to do this again real soon.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/travelwithwendy)

Zodra je kleine kinderen hebt, is het afgelopen met al die mooie reisavonturen. Verre landen, andere culturen en indrukwekkende landschappen vinden ze maar saai en je kunt beter naar de camping met entertainment gaan. Dat zijn de vooroordelen, maar volgens Claartje Schouten kan je prima met je jonge gezinnetje erop uittrekken. En dat doet ze dan ook: samen met Wim en hun dochtertje Keet en zoontje Willem trekt ze de hele wereld over. Van Japan tot IJsland en van Zweden tot Mexico.Samen met Ilona Annema schreef Claartje ook een boek over reizen met kinderen: “Van Terschelling tot Timboektoe, 25 keer met je kind op avontuur”. En ze beheert de de Facebook-pagina “Reislustige Ouders”.Verder debuteert Daisy’s vriend Patrick met zijn bijzondere reisherinnering. En Niels en Daisy delen weer een paar handige reistips.Hier nog even het spoorboekje, voor als je snel wilt doorspoelen:3:58 Claartje Schouten over reizen met kinderen deel 1;30:43 Reistips van Niels en Daisy: check hoe lang of kort de dagen zijn als je naar Scandinavië gaat (bijvoorbeeld via timeanddate.com) en probeer couchsurfen eens;40:05 Claartje Schouten over reizen met kinderen deel 2;51:31 De reisherinnering van Patrick Boone over een safari in een iets te normale auto

Zodra je kleine kinderen hebt, is het afgelopen met al die mooie reisavonturen. Verre landen, andere culturen en indrukwekkende landschappen vinden ze maar saai en je kunt beter naar de camping met entertainment gaan. Dat zijn de vooroordelen, maar volgens Claartje Schouten kan je prima met je jonge gezinnetje erop uittrekken. En dat doet ze dan ook: samen met Wim en hun dochtertje Keet en zoontje Willem trekt ze de hele wereld over. Van Japan tot IJsland en van Zweden tot Mexico. Samen met Ilona Annema schreef Claartje ook een boek over reizen met kinderen: “Van Terschelling tot Timboektoe, 25 keer met je kind op avontuur”. En ze beheert de de Facebook-pagina “Reislustige Ouders”. Verder debuteert Daisy’s vriend Patrick met zijn bijzondere reisherinnering. En Niels en Daisy delen weer een paar handige reistips. Hier nog even het spoorboekje, voor als je snel wilt doorspoelen: 3:58 Claartje Schouten over reizen met kinderen deel 1; 30:43 Reistips van Niels en Daisy: check hoe lang of kort de dagen zijn als je naar Scandinavië gaat (bijvoorbeeld via timeanddate.com) en probeer couchsurfen eens; 40:05 Claartje Schouten over reizen met kinderen deel 2; 51:31 De reisherinnering van Patrick Boone over een safari in een iets te normale auto

One of the things I wanted to do on this trip was to interview a Cuban that wanted to chat with me and also didn’t have a hidden agenda and that's exactly what this episode is about. My Couchsurf host and I discuss more than Salsa, Rum and Cigars Here is David's account - https://www.couchsurfing.com/people/david-goitizolo?action=show&controller=user_profiles&utm_campaign=profile_share&utm_source=couchsurfing-ios

In today's travel podcast episode, Dari Poli is sharing her top tricks on saving the money when traveling to Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Switzerland. She has been living in FREE accommodations for over 4 years and has been spending no more than 10€ on food, transportation, and entertainment per day. Now she sharing all her tips on how to request a free bed using Couchsurfing, find free events and food-sharings in Scandinavia. Backpacking is cheaper and easier than you have ever thought!Websites mentioned by Dari Poli:How to Couchsurf (free accommodations)CouchsurfingAlbanian Hostel - Travel StoryTravel Tricks for European TripFree accommodations - websitesSleeping in Airports - GuideCollapsible Water Bottle - Option #1, Option #2Collapsible Lunch BoxEco-friendly Reusable Snack BagsFood-sharing AppCar-sharing - BlaBlaCarHow to hitchhike - GuideEvent App - MeetUpActivity Deals - Groupon

Andrej, my travel buddy and two of our Couchsurf hosts; Ammar and Forough join me in this episode recorded and produced in Iran about what it is like to hosts strangers from other countries in their homes. We touch on the key benefits for hosts and guests for using the Couchsurfing community, some of the scepticism travellers experience when using the App and how it made my trip to Iran a unique one.

It's another week down and here's the newest episode the crew brings you. We're coming in hot with an interesting take on churches and those who run them. God only knows where that discussion will take us. It takes us to reality TV, because we always end up in reality TV. Somehow the crew is finding their niche after 45 episodes and we're narrowing it down. See if you can find the scary place Huw could take us down. Nate informs us of another human we need to cancel and the ramifications of their work. The crew dives into a car chase that one of them might been involved in and could still be in the run. #callthepopo Finally Stacy takes us on a new Couch Surf south of the border. Thanks again to all you crazy people listening.

This week, the podcast focused on Couchsurfing. We recently backpacked around the world with our kids for a year. Our budget was approx $75 a day for the four of us - which wasn't easy considering we have two gannets as teenagers.   This week on the podcast we explored the dark murky waters of Couchsurfing. We recently backpacked around the world with our kids for a year. Our budget was approx $75 a day for the four of us - which wasn't easy considering we have two gannets as teenagers. One of the ways we were able to stick to our budget was by Couchsurfing. In case you aren't familiar with this amazing organization, it is a website that pairs travellers -  who are in need of somewhere to stay, with a host, who has a spare room, bed (or sometimes a couch) to offer.   Couchsurfing. What is it and Why Does The Thought Of It Terrify Me?   We wanted to discuss the pro's and con's of Couchsurfing and to try and answer the most commonly asked questions that people have. Also, when I tell people that we took our teenagers to sleep on strangers couches they are quite rightly filled with doubt! There is a misconception (which I too used to have) that Couchsurfing is for twenty-year-olds who are looking for a good time. Not true. And anyway, even when I was twenty I was still boring so that puts an end to that theory.   Some of the points that were raised were:   Is Couchsurfing free?   Why would anyone want to couchsurf?   What is it like to Couchsurf as a family?   Is Couchsurfing safe?   All of these questions and more were discussed, and hopefully, we convinced you that if you are looking to travel and haven't got much money (but you have got a great sense of adventure), then Couchsurfing really is the best. There is a fabulous story that we touched on. We were in Italy and one particular Couchsurfing host was ...let's say 'eccentric'! I loved him, (because I am weird and slightly vindictive) but the kids were honestly terrified. Seriously, they were never in any danger - they simply saw how one crazy Italian man lived his life. It was a brilliant experience. Anyway, have a listen to Sonny's interpretation of this and let me know if your teenagers would have felt the same. If you would like to hear more about the crazy Italien then leave a comment and we will see to it!   You can read further here:   Couchsurfing with kids, the good, the bad and the bucket   The Couchsurfing Website: https://www.couchsurfing.com  

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Daniel Castillo discusses camping, getting on world industries, the world park, filming for love child, selling boards, skating blank boards, getting shot, foley catheter insertion/removal, his latest entrepreneurial venture "Couch Surf" and much more!

Melissa Adams is a couch surfing host with a difference. She doesn't couch surf herself but hosts dozens of people from around the world at her house in Amsterdam.  She's a travel writer and an American expat and writes all about her new home in Amsterdam at www.wordgeisha.com She's amazing to listen to and her stories are fantastic! What is this Couchsurfing thing you ask? Couchsurfing International Inc. is a hospitality exchange and social networking website. The website provides a platform for members to "surf" on couches by staying as a guest at a host's home, host travelers, or join an event. Melissa is a host in Couchsurfing and will talk about how she chooses who she hosts. She also shares some not so good experiences with Couchsurfers and also the super interesting and fun ones. She talked about her rules as a host which make it much easier for you to figure out how you should get into the Couchsurfing world easier. She also answered a lot of questions about Couchsurfing and why Couchsurfing is not for her. She also gave advice for first time couch surfers and those who would like to try Couchsurfing.  If you want to get in touch with me head over to Travis Longmore Photography. You can also check out some travel photos and tips there as well! After you listen to her you'll want to know more so check out all her work: https://www.couchsurfing.com/people/wordgeisha http://www.wordgeisha.com/ http://uncloggedblog.com/ http://wordgeisha.blogspot.com/ https://www.facebook.com/wordgeisha  

Do you you have an itch to see a whole lot of this wide world, but don't know where to start or don't have a lot of money to do it? Today’s guest on the Art of Adventure has been to over 80 countries, and is the host of the Travel Widsom Podcast. Ladan Jiracek and I first bonded over mountain biking and science, and in today's show we talk about both of those, plus some of Ladan's best advice to travelers on how to get started and how to travel on the cheap! If you love travel and travel stories, or are thinking about setting off on a trip, this is the episode for you! Quotes: "Pack lots of socks and underwear" - Ladan Jiracek "Adventure is getting yourself in and out of trouble" - Ladan Jiracek "Science is just messing around, but you write it down" - Ladan Jiracek What you will learn in this episode: -What holds people back from travel -Travel as an educational tool -The best tools and process to learn any language -How Ladan got out of a tricky situaion in Romania -Should you Air BRB or Couchsurf? -What two travel items (besides socks and underwear) should you never leave home without? -What open source government would look like Mentioned in this episode: travelwisdompodcast.com/ Air BNB Couch Surfing Duolingo Thanks Ladan Jiracek! If you enjoyed this session of The Art of Adventure Podcast, let Ladan know by clicking on the link below and sending him a quick shout out on Twitter: Click here to thank Ladan on Twitter! Support the Art of Adventure! This podcast is supported by listeners like you! Become a patron of the Art of Adventure on Patreon This episode is also brought to you by Red Revive! We have an amazing new partner and are offering a special sale for Art of Adventure listeners – click here for 30% off! Subscribe to The Art of Adventure Podcast for free in iTunes or Stitcher. If you enjoyed the show, please help us by leaving a 5-star rating and review! You might also like these episodes: AOA 054 | Natalie Sisson | Take Your Business Anywhere With The Suitcase Entrepreneur AOA 052 | Ben Keene | Creating Tribes Around The World AOA 030 | Dave Booda | Exploring Creativity and Relationships Did you like the episode? Ladan is a great storyteller, really fun and interesting dude. Are you inspired to hit the road? Where do you want to go next?

A Tesó című romantikus komédiával robbant be a köztudatba, azóta rendezett egy kevésbé jól sikerült vígjátékot (Kész cirkusz), egy szuper kamaradrámát (Köntörfalak), egy moziforgalmazásba sosem került thrillert (Utolér), és legutóbb a Couch Surf című szkeccsfilmet. Dyga Zsombor szerint rossz duma, hogy a magyar filmeknél a pénzen múlik bármi, elmondta, hogy ő például miért szeret kis költségvetéssel dolgozni, és miért van "hattal lejjebb", mint Pálfi György. Beszélgettünk arról is, hogy miért muszáj sorozatokat nézni, és majd elárulta, mit csinált Udvaros Dorottya kiskertjében hajnali négyig. Kiderült továbbá, hogy az álma egy ősemberhorda vándorlásáról szóló némafilm megrendezése, valamint hogy melyek azok a filmek, amiket mindenki ajnároz, ő viszont ki nem állhat. Végezetül Zsombor ajánlott is a hallgatóknak néhány szerinte remek filmet.

Premierek: 300 - A birodalom hajnala, A Föld Után, Vámpírakadémia, Couch Surf, Mielőtt meghaltam Trailerek: Transformers: Age of Extinction, Afflicted, Paddington Egyebek: Matrix Reboot, SW EP III.5, Batman: Arkham Knight, Pixels film?, Batman vs. Terminator, Kevin Bacon #1, Kevin Bacon #2 Megtekintve: Non-Stop RMJV: Cage: Fegyvernepper

The first time I met Jellaine was when she showed up for a CouchSurf. She was working on a travel blog then called Backpacking in Stilettos. Her mindset was fascinating back then, and where it took her is the stuff of legends. Despite debt, career and family problems she grew a million dollar business on her own. She … Continue reading "Jellaine Ross: The Mindset Behind Cherry Blooms" The post Jellaine Ross: The Mindset Behind Cherry Blooms appeared first on The Blog of Ian Robinson.

What is Couchsurfing, how to Couchsurf, and is couchsurfing safe ... Advice from years of couchsurfing, new friends and free accommodation around the world. For more, visit: http://indietravelpodcast.com/travel/how-to-couchsurfing/