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We sold everything and moved to the Caribbean. Get the latest on our adventures.Be sure to subscribe to the YouTube page at youtube.com/@mattjavitiVisa for all your visa needs: https://www.ivisa.com/?utm_source=passportjoyOur travel website gives tips that helped us travel to over 50 countries. Passportjoy.comThe complete list of solutions and partners from Passport Joy. https://passportjoy.com/partners/Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world - http://bit.ly/SignUpPJ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We discovered a slice of heaven down here in Southern Mexico. Wow! What a great spot. Sun, sand, great food options, outdoor adventures, easy to get around, scooter vibe, and friendly people. We even went out and saw whales and dolphins on a fun sea trip while catching a massive marlin. A bonus section of this podcast includes my interview on the Thought Hustle podcast giving insight on our big trip and thoughts on the future state of travel. Links Mentioned in the Episode:Thought Hustle show notes: https://www.thoughthustle.com/podcast/show113Day on the Ocean Video: https://youtu.be/VKHpcMZP-jIOmars SportFishing Crew: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g153373-d2397755-Reviews-Omar_s_Sportfishing-Puerto_Escondido_Southern_Mexico.htmliVisa for all your visa needs: https://www.ivisa.com/?utm_source=passportjoy Our travel website gives tips that helped us travel to over 50 countries. Passportjoy.comPodcastGuests helps you find podcasts to tell your story and promote your brand. Use the link: https://podcastguests.com/join/ref/182/Check out COINBASE to get $10 free in bitcoin with link: https://www.coinbase.com/join/javit_lThe complete list of solutions and partners from Passport Joy. https://passportjoy.com/partners/Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world - http://bit.ly/SignUpPJSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We tend to think about the money we are going to spend on a vacation or travel but rarely do we think about the money we can make from our experiences around the world. In today's podcast, I get into the details of how your knowledge from the road can make a life-changing impact on your finances and the decisions you make in the markets. Watch the full episode - https://youtu.be/IazOhBePpqw Links Mentioned in the Episode:Our travel website gives tips that helped us travel to over 50 countries. Passportjoy.comPodcastGuests helps you find podcasts to tell your story and promote your brand. Use the link: https://podcastguests.com/join/ref/182/To discover more of Mikkel's educational tools go to EscapeArtist and use Promo code: PASSPORTJOY20 for 20% off - https://www.escapeartist.store/ I never miss an episode of the Expat Money Show podcast - https://expatmoneyshow.com/ World Barber Shop Adventures on Amazon - https://amzn.to/2Ol2f1q The complete list of solutions and partners from Passport Joy. https://passportjoy.com/partners/ Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world - http://bit.ly/SignUpPJ

Matt Javit is a former five-time international sales award winner turned  publisher, world traveler, and career gapper who paused his career to travel the world full time with his wife for 27 months from February 2017 through May 2019 with a single backpack each. In this episode, you’ll hear Matt tell us about how he and his wife Nikki made the decision to pause their careers to travel for 2 years straight without returning home during that time, about some of the projects that they took on to document their journey including their blog and podcast named Passport Joy and Matt’s video series on Amazon Prime called World Barber Shop Adventures, and why you deserve to achieve your goals and dreams if you’ve put in the work. LinkedIn: Matt - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjavit/ Javit Consulting - https://www.linkedin.com/company/javit/about/ PassportJoy.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/passport-joy/about/ Facebook: PassportJoy - https://www.facebook.com/PassportJoyTravel World Barber Shop Adventures - https://www.facebook.com/worldbarbershopadventures Matt - https://www.facebook.com/matt.javit Instagram:  PassportJoy - https://www.instagram.com/passportjoy/ World Barber Shop Adventures - https://www.instagram.com/worldbarbershopadventures/ Matt - https://www.instagram.com/mattjavit/ Website: https://passportjoy.com/ Website: https://javit.com/ World Barber Shop Adventures on Amazon Prime: https://amzn.to/2Ol2f1q World Barber Shop Adventures YouTube Playlist: http://bit.ly/WBSASeries

We just had a great week in Miami Beach, Florida soaking up the sun, going out to restaurants and bars, and enjoying the freedoms of travel. We felt like everything was extremely safe and people were taking the right precautions. I had the chance to connect with my buddy Chris Gayle, met heavyweight champ Tyson Fury, and connected with an old friend of Nikki. The cars and yachts are out of control on South Beach and it was so much fun to them check out. I also got a great haircut in Little Havana. Listen in to this podcast to hear all of the highlights of what it is like to vacation in Miami during these odd times. Main Topic Covered:Traveling in FloridaLinks Mentioned in the Episode:Book List for 2021 - https://passportjoy.com/2021booksThe complete list of solutions and partners from Passport Joy. https://passportjoy.com/partners/COINBASE link to get $10 free in bitcoin - https://www.coinbase.com/join/javit_lBLOCK FI is a strong company that allows you to make interest on your bitcoin, then take out an interest-only loan without touching your crypto while you travel. https://blockfi.mxuy67.net/c/1209671/907782/10568World Barber Shop Adventures is on Amazon Prime https://amzn.to/2v0WY88Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world - http://bit.ly/SignUpPJ

Is this the best time ever to book your travel? Based on my experience, I will tell you why now is the time to make the most of these amazing deals and prices. Also, why and how you should negotiate your pricing for your accommodations. I will share some amazing people that are still traveling the world full-time. Plus, the 2021 book recommendations from several high achieving bookworms. Main Topic Covered:Why Now is the Time to Discover the Best Deals on Travel Ever Links Mentioned in the Episode:Book List for 2021 - https://passportjoy.com/2021booksThe complete list of solutions and partners from Passport Joy. https://passportjoy.com/partners/COINBASE link to get $10 free in bitcoin - https://www.coinbase.com/join/javit_lBLOCK FI is a strong company that allows you to make interest on your bitcoin, then take out an interest-only loan without touching your crypto while you travel. https://blockfi.mxuy67.net/c/1209671/907782/10568Isa and David - https://www.instagram.com/hoponthemap/ Jen and Shane - https://www.instagram.com/shanifer_july28_2017/ World Barber Shop Adventures is on Amazon Prime https://amzn.to/2v0WY88Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world - http://bit.ly/SignUpPJ

This podcast is all about how to get your finances lined up before taking that big trip around the world. We used this system to travel stress-free for 27 months to 35 countries. Safe, secure, efficient. Multiple checking accounts, credit cards, bitcoin storage, account freezing, and more. Links Mentioned in the Episode:The complete list of solutions and partners from Passport Joy. https://passportjoy.com/partners/We set up our Living Trust through Legal Zoom. https://www.legalzoom.com/personal/estate-planning/living-trust-overview.html Charles SCHWAB gives unlimited ATM fee rebates and they are now partnered with TD AMERITRADE. Plus they have amazing customer service. https://www.schwab.com/Find a local bank and build a relationship.Set up the internal and external transfers BEFORE you leave on your trip. Test run this stuff!BLOCK FI is a strong company that allows you to make interest on your bitcoin, then take out an interest-only loan without touching your crypto while you travel. https://blockfi.mxuy67.net/c/1209671/907782/10568Citi Prestige is a great card that gives you access to outstanding travel points. https://www.citi.com/credit-cards/credit-card-details/citi.action?ID=citi-prestige-cardChase Shappire is another excellent card for travel benefits - https://creditcards.chase.com/rewards-credit-cards/sapphire/reserveIf you are looking to do US-based travel only, I would suggest the Southwest Chase card. https://creditcards.chase.com/southwest/homePriority Pass is a must if you are traveling in and out of airports around the country or world. https://www.prioritypass.com/Freeze your credit once you have what you want to set up; Transunion, Experian, EquifaxCash App is great for sharing money back home or with other travelers - Try it using my code and you’ll get $5. TBZRJKD - https://cash.app/app/TBZRJKDUse Express VPN when accessing the internet from cafes, Airbnbs, or hotels when traveling. http://bit.ly/MattExpressListen how to take advantage of WorkAway or TrustedHousesitters in Podcast 25: Free Travel with Pet and House Sits https://passportjoy.com/petsit-podcast/ World Barber Shop Adventures is on Amazon Prime https://amzn.to/2v0WY88Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world - http://bit.ly/SignUpPJ

Have you ever dreamed of leaving it all behind to travel the world? Matt Javit has been traveling the world full time after leaving the United States in February 2017, experiencing over 30 countries and 100 cities since making the difficult decision to leave his career at his peak to discover the beauty of the world. Before his departure, he had a high-achieving, beautiful life in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he was a top-performing sales executive for an international technology consulting company winning 5-straight international sales awards. He loved hanging out with his friends, spending quality time with his family, and making new connections in his vast network. But, he liked to travel and experience new adventures, so he and his wife decided to fulfill their dreams and pack their bags for a 2-3 year adventure around the world. In this episode of the Be Real Show, Matt and Travis open up the show discussing Matt’s inspiration behind his international travels with his wife. Plus, Matt describes how he chose the destinations; they didn’t take winter clothes, so they followed the sun for twenty-seven months. First, they would book the big trips to different continents; in between, they would figure out the logistics to get from country to country. Then, Matt explains how he started Passport Joy – he thinks career gaps will be much more familiar with the next generation. From traveling all around the world, Matt has made lifelong friendships. For instance, Chris Gayle, a world-famous cricket player, invited Matt to his birthday party in Jamaica. Stay tuned to hear Matt answer the top ten questions; Matt reveals the only book that he brought on his travels. Connect Twitter - https://twitter.com/mattjavit?lang=en Passport Joy - https://passportjoy.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjavit/ Podcast – https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/matt-javit/passport-joy-travel-talk-broadcasted-from-around-the-world YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7hJ5nfKTwpTfRZUfVI-sew Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mattjavit/ Weekly Newsletter   Resources Mentioned ExpressVPN - https://www.expressvpn.com As A Man Thinketh   People Mentioned Chris Gayle - @henrygayle David Blaine - @davidblaine Criss Angel - @crissangel  

Helping others achieve their travel dreams is a big part of what I plan to accomplish now that we have returned home. In this three-part series, I talk with a future world traveler as he has plans to set out with his wife for at least a year. In this episode, we talk to Shane about his trip and dreams, understand overtourism and how they might plan to avoid certain areas, and how to maximize their experiences in other cultures. If you are a potential long-term traveler with big dreams, you will find this episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk interesting as I answer questions from a listener who wants to see the world. Main Topics Covered: Shane's travel plans, how they plan to achieve their dream Overtourism Understanding the cultures on the road. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  Look through the TrustedHouseSitters website and get your discount by using our link Podcast 35: Overtourism (What!?!) Travel Backpack Carry On TSA (20 Tips to Pack Your Life) Best Travel Spots for 2019 (Places You May NOT Know) Financial Travel Tips (and Always Wearing the Same Clothes) Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

Discussing travel with other jetsetters is one of our favorite things to do. In this three-part series, I talk with a future world traveler as he has plans to set out with his wife for at least a year. In this episode, we discuss safety concerns while traveling, packing tips to make the most out of a single backpack, and using tour guides to your advantage. If you are a potential long-term traveler with big dreams, you will find this episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk interesting as I answer questions from a listener who wants to see the world. Main Topics Covered: Security on the road Handling safety concerns Packing tips Using tour guides to your advantage Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  Look through the TrustedHouseSitters website and get your discount by using our link Podcast 5: Staying Safe on the Road (Matt Gets Left at Sea) Lisbon, Portugal Podcast (Our Second Trip to the Romantic & Festive City) Travel Backpack Carry On TSA (20 Tips to Pack Your Life) Best Travel Spots for 2019 (Places You May NOT Know) Financial Travel Tips (and Always Wearing the Same Clothes) Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

We love to be able to share our advice with other travel lovers around the world. In this three-part series, I talk with a future world traveler as he has plans to set out with his wife for at least a year. In this episode, we get to know Shane, talk about buying that first one-way tickets, understand the logistics of traveling full time, discuss saving money and the effective use of your travel time, and how we handled our finances from the road. If you are a potential long-term traveler with big dreams, you will find this episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk interesting as I answer questions from a listener who wants to see the world. Main Topics Covered: Introduction of Shane Where to Go and Why? Buying the first one-way ticket Logistics of the full journey Spending time on the road planning the next leg of the trip Saving money, going to the places that are on the bucket list Effective use of your travel time What did we do with our home? Financial and Banking hacks Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  Look through the TrustedHouseSitters website and get your discount by using our link Why I decided to Quit My Job  Lisbon, Portugal Podcast (Our Second Trip to the Romantic & Festive City) Saving Money on Travel Ideas (Short Trips or Long Vacations) Best Travel Spots for 2019 (Places You May NOT Know) Financial Travel Tips (and Always Wearing the Same Clothes) Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

It is hard to have a clear perspective of the world if you only hear negative stories perpetuated by the mainstream media. Travel does have some dangers, but at the core of it, there is a kindness that coats every corner of the world. In almost every city, we have found kindhearted people that have either opened their hearts or their homes. Many offered a meal, shared a story, helped us in a time of need, and shared a part of their culture with us. In this episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk, we open up about a few of the stories that touched our hearts as we travel this beautiful world. Main Topics Covered: Stories of Kindness Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  A great way to give back and travel the world with Global GameChangers Look through the TrustedHouseSitters website and get your discount by using our link Day Trips from Cusco are a must when visiting Machu Picchu.  If you are considering a trip to Africa, check out the post South Africa Guys’ Trip [Ultimate Adventure Travel].  Cambodia Travel (Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and Angkor Wat) Hong Kong: 96 Hour Travel Guide (Macau Included)  Playing Poker in Vietnam [Millions at Stake]  Why We Love Southeast Asia Saving Money on Travel Ideas (Short Trips or Long Vacations) Best Travel Spots for 2019 (Places You May NOT Know) Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

Being able to see the world as we did for 27 months gave us much to ponder as we returned home. In this episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk, we reflect on a few lessons learned from traveling, including our new ‘real world,’ patience, our fresh perspective, and building a global travel network. As we transition back to our normal life in Indianapolis, our views will likely adjust over time, but we wanted to share what we are thinking within the first few weeks. Main Topics Covered: A Few Lessons Learned Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  Look through the TrustedHouseSitters website and get your discount by using our link Best Travel Spots for 2019 (Places You May NOT Know) Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

In Part 2 of the Q&A with Matt’s longtime friend, Mike Polder, in Youngstown, Ohio, we talk about what we would do first if we started the journey over, cannabis laws around the world, a time when we partied too hard, could we do this trip without smartphones, and several other creative questions. Enjoy this special edition of Passport Joy Travel Talk while we enjoy a few drinks while catching up with friends after seeing 35 countries in the past two years. Main Topics Covered: Live Q&A by Mike Polder (Part 2) Links Mentioned in the Episode: Thank you Sam’s Wedge Inn for the great hospitality.  Special thanks to Mike Polder for the interview and awesome style of questioning.  Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  Look through the TrustedHouseSitters website and get your discount by using our link Fiji Islands (Tips for an Unforgettable Trip) POLICE Photo Book (Around the World) South Africa Guys’ Trip [Ultimate Adventure Travel] Playing Poker in Vietnam [Millions at Stake] Why We Love Southeast Asia Saving Money on Travel Ideas (Short Trips or Long Vacations) Best Travel Spots for 2019 (Places You May NOT Know) Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

After traveling the world for 27 months, we are back in the United States visiting friends and family. As we make the rounds to a few cities in the midwest, we stopped by Youngstown, Ohio, where Matt spent part of his youth and still has many longtime friendships. His buddy, Mike Polder, does an outstanding job interviewing with some very different questions. In this episode broadcasted from Sam’s Wedge Inn, find out the most critical item in the backpack, the overall attitude towards Westerners, views on Donald Trump from around the world, and several other fun answers. Enjoy Part 1 of this special Q&A edition of Passport Joy Travel Talk while Matt & Nikki enjoy a few drinks catching up with friends. Main Topics Covered: Live Q&A by Mike Polder Links Mentioned in the Episode: Thank you Sam’s Wedge Inn for the great hospitality.  Special thanks to Mike Polder for the interview and awesome style of questioning.  Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  Look through the TrustedHouseSitters website and get your discount by using our link Kolkata (Calcutta) India {23 Hours in the City of Joy}  Cambodia Travel (Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and Angkor Wat) Why We Love Southeast Asia Saving Money on Travel Ideas (Short Trips or Long Vacations) Best Travel Spots for 2019 (Places You May NOT Know) Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

We heard about the natural beauty of the South Island of New Zealand from travelers around the world. They told us many times about the mountains, hills, lakes, and countless sheep. We began our trip in Christchurch, where we started our adventures around the South Island. We stayed in Lake Tekapo, Lake Wanaka, Queenstown, Ranfurly, and Dunedin. With our rental car fueled up, we took our time discovering the ins and outs of this wonderful country. We stopped many times to take photos along the way. Listen to this episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk to understand why ending our journey in New Zealand was the perfect way to wrap up our trip of a lifetime. Main Topics Covered: South Island New Zealand Travel Tips Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  Our stay in Christchurch was fantastic with our host Ali. Very kind and inviting.  Church of Good Shepherd is a beautiful spot for photos of the surrounding mountains and lake.  The backpackers spot in Lake Tekapo was perfect.  This tree in the lake in Wanaka is a unique photo opportunity.  The Queenstown Hill is a great hiking trail and has the most beautiful views of the town.  The Aspen Lodge Backpackers was an ideal accommodation in Queenstown for the price.  Between Queenstown and Dunedin we stopped off at Hawkdun Lodge in Ranfurly.  Be sure to check out the World Barber Shop Adventures episode from the chair in Queenstown.  Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

Road tripping through the North Island of New Zealand was more fun than we could have imagined. Taking in all of the beauty with the endless hills, wildlife on the farms, and scenic landscapes was a treat as we stopped for photos several times. Auckland offers a ton of great restaurants and nightlife for the city lovers while the rest of the trip was mostly town-sized communities surrounded by nature with jaw-dropping beauty. We visited Rotorua, Lake Taupo, and Wellington as we headed south with a few stops along the way. No matter how you decide to discover the North Island, you will have a blast driving in the gorgeous landscapes of New Zealand where every angle is a screen saver. Listen to the episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk as we give a few tips on how we made our road trip memorable. Main Topics Covered: New Zealand North Island Tips Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  We really enjoyed staying in the Ponsonby district of Auckland for the wide variety of restaurants.  Steven Adams is a famous NBA basketball player from Rotorua, New Zealand.  The Redwoods in Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest are a must-visit location with several walks offered.  Aorangi Peak Chinese Restaurant overlooks the city of Rotorua with a great view. Grab a coffee or dinner.  Huka Falls and Craters of the Moon are a couple of great places to visit just outside of Lake Taupo. On the drive to Wellington we stopped at the Southward Car Museum and checked out the many rare vehicles on display.  There are many walks and trails in and near Wellington including seeing the Red Rocks, going to the top of Mt Victoria for the view, or hugging the coast line in Oriental Bay. You can’t go wrong when visiting Cuba Street in Wellington and we found a favorite in the Hanging Ditch Pub.  If you love tapas like we do, you will love Havana Bar in Wellington just off of Cuba Street.  We had a blast hanging out with our host, Peter, and many of the people that attend the regular Tuesday Night Dinners in Wellington.  Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

The Fiji Islands are high on everyone’s bucket list for good reasons. With unforgettable snorkeling, world-class hospitality, and gorgeous beaches, you will have the time of your life no matter accommodations you plan. In this episode, we will give travel tips on what we experienced with our friends and how it might help you in your adventure to the islands. Not only did we take advantage of having shark at our feet, swim in the best snorkel areas of our lives, and lay near the most beautiful water you can imagine, we also met local families, explored a waterfall, and watched a local rugby match. With my birthday celebration came a kava ceremony, dancers to traditional Fijian music, and a beach bonfire. We had a blast spending 10 days in Fiji and living it up. Please listen in as we share a few tips you might consider before having the trip of our life. Main Topics Covered: Fiji Islands Travel Tips Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  If you plan on drinking alcohol while in Fiji you will want to take advantage of the prices at the airport. The public bus is available to take you where you need to go from Nadi Airport. It is much cheaper than a taxi but it is a tight squeeze. We stayed at the De Vos Private Residence in Maui Bay, Sigatoka, Fiji. We visited Biausevu Village where we enjoyed a private village tour and waterfall experience with Veronica’s Authentic Tours.  We stayed at a great house near the Nadi Airport that had tons of space, a pool, and BBQ area. It was a great stay.  I am addicted to the Rugby Sevens now and Fiji dominated when we watched in the HK7’s in April.  We went to Lawaqa Park and watched local rugby. These guys are extremely tough.  We had the time of our lives with the best snorkeling ever, unbelievable food, and amazing skippers with Coral Cats Sailing.  We visited a great barber shop in Fiji called Nomu Barbershop and had an awesome time.  The Fiji Airport is fantastic and the lounge access you have with Priority Pass gives you the chance to visit one of the best lounges in the world.  Look through the TrustedHouseSitters website and get your discount by using our link Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

Spending almost three weeks in Brisbane and Sydney helped us truly understand the ins and outs of Australian life. We enjoyed our time with our two friends, Nick and Kathryn, and their kind family. BBQs, rugby, and laughter dominated our time in Brisbane. We had a chance to walk the coast in Redcliffe, get some ink like an Aussie, and cheer on the Lions. The wide range of bars and restaurants provided many chances to discover what the Brisbane nightlife is all about. Transitioning to Sydney and the beautiful Bondi Beach provided long walks along the coast, a surfer’s vibe, and many options for coffee or drinks. The Opera House is a world-renowned symbol of Australia, and it did not disappoint with its beauty. Walking around the downtown area gave us a chance to feel the diversity and big-city atmosphere that comes with the charm and kindness of the Australian people. We really enjoyed our time in these two major Australian cities, come along as we share a few tips and tricks we learned along the way. Main Topics Covered: Brisbane, Australia Travel Sydney, Australia Tips Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  We enjoyed our time hanging out with our friends in several parts of Brisbane. Be sure to take your ID if you plan on going out after 10pm. We went to Michelton to visit a classic Brisbane barber shop at Aldo’s Barbershop.  The TAB outlets around town make it easy to gamble on basically anything in the sports realm.  Eat Street Northshore is a great way to discover a wide range of food options and listen to local live talent.  The Treasury Casino is a classic casino with all of the typical game options, great party vibe, and live music on occasion.  The Waterloo Hotel was a favorite bar hangout when we visited the Newstead area.  Rugby is an important part of the Australian culture. We went to a Brisbane Lions game where they won 102-58.  We ended up having our own wing challenge at Lord of the Wings.  Getting an Opal Card is very important when you land in Sydney to save money on transportation.  One of the best walks in the world can be found along the coastline in Sydney.  Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

With only a few weeks left on the 27-month journey around the world, we wanted to take some time to give updates on what the future of our trip looks like as well as the passion projects we have been working. We cover the Kickstarter campaign for the photo book POLICE: Brotherhood in Uniform Around the World, Nikki’s recently released travel memoir Passport Joy: Reflections on Life, Love, & Other Stuff While Traveling the World, World Barber Shop Adventures, the Passport Joy Travel Talk Podcast, my screenplay, and the weekly newsletter. We hope to give some insight into each of these passion projects, the significant time spent, and what we see the future of each becoming. We also talk about our next few weeks on the road, our summer plans, and how we might communicate during our transition phase back to the US. Main Topics Covered: Police Photo Book on Kickstarter Nikki’s Book, Passport Joy WBSA Update Podcast Future Screenplay Complete Newsletters Links Mentioned in the Episode: If you want to hear about our story in better detail check out Podcast 45: Who We Are, Why We Did It, and Where We’ve Been.  You can also look at the Journey So Far tab to get the month-by-month details.  Read all about the Kickstarter campaign for the Police Photo Book on this latest post.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  Find all of the episodes of World Barber Shop Adventures and watch Matt in barber chairs around the world.  Look through all of the episodes of Passport Joy Travel Talk to discover a city you hope to travel to.  If anyone has any advice on how to get my screenplay to the right people, feel free to email me. Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Look through the TrustedHouseSitters website and get your discount by using our link Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

Tasmania is a gorgeous island state of Australia off the southern coast of the mainland. We wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy the beauty of the wilderness, the peaceful town with plenty to do, and fun day tours to visit exotic animals. We loved walking around Hobart to visit boutiques, cafes, restaurants, and galleries. You can find plenty of shops in Salamanca Place, Battery Point, and all of the quaint neighborhoods of Hobart. Tasmania has a large port area with huge yachts, quiet beaches, and the Mona (Museum of Old and New Art) just a short private ferry away. Drinking a cold beer at the Cascade Brewery was a deliciously good choice. Our day trip out to Mt. Field National Park, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, and Mt. Wellington was our highlight as we had a chance to experience the wilderness and interact with kangaroos, wombats, and the iconic Tasmanian devil. Main Topics Covered: Tasmania Travel Tips Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  We had a fun night of live music at the Republic Bar in Hobart Relax and enjoy St. David’s Park where you might spot a few acrobats I got an awesome haircut at Bob’s Your Uncle Barber Shop Taste great local beer and a chance to tour the brewery at Cascade Brewery A great full-day experience with a talented professional guide at Tasmanian Wilderness Tour on Airbnb We interacted with a ton of animals (kangaroos, Tasmanian Devils, wombats, koalas) at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary We had a relaxing lunch, cold beer, and felt like a local at The Richmond Arms Hotel We failed to visit the Mona (Museum of Old and New Art) but you should definitely go. Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

Arriving in Melbourne was exciting as we began our month traveling to a few cities in Australia. The large, beautiful city has a multicultural vibe with a ton of great restaurants, strong artist attitude, and a beautiful coastline. We walked for miles around the town taking in all of the beauty of St. Kilda, eating at a Japanese restaurant on Chapel Street, and enjoying the street art within every pocket of the city. The trip was topped off with the ride down Great Ocean Road to take endless photos of the gorgeous beaches and unforgettable landscape. Spotting bouncing kangaroos and sleeping koalas were a bonus that made the week in the city a great start to our adventures in the Land Down Under. Main Topics Covered: Melbourne, Australia Travel Tips Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  Look through the TrustedHouseSitters website and get your discount by using our link Getting sick is sometimes part of your travel experience. Protect your investment with Travel Insurance.  St. Kilda is a great area to stay when visiting Melbourne if you enjoy beaches, bars, and nightlife.  Acland Street is vibrant with many shops and great restaurants.  Blank Coworking is a great place to get your work done while on the road. A fun and inviting cowork space in St Kilda.  The Myki Pass is the easiest way to get around Melbourne if you don’t want the hassle of renting a car.  The Chapel Street precinct has fashion, fun, and a bunch of places to be seen in. A highlight in Melbourne.  Crown Casino is a world-class casino. Believe me, I’ve been in all of them.  The Great Ocean Road Tour is a MUST. With the wildlife sightings, driving along the gorgeous coastline, and the unforgettable photos at the 12 Apostles, you have to build it into your itinerary when visiting Melbourne.  We went with Go West Tours for our visit and had a 5-star trip. Our guide Joel was fantastic.  Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

We had the chance to spend 23 hours in Kolkata on a long layover from Hyderabad, India to Bangkok, Thailand, so we jumped on it. Based on a relationship that I had in the city, we set up a local guide who took us to a few authentic places that left us with a sense of how the people of Kolkata really live. We tested many of the excellent street food options including the chicken egg roll, puchkas, and bhapa doi. We road on the crowded train from the extremely busy Howrah Station. Visiting the College Street Coffee House is a must in Calcutta, so we made sure we sipped coffee in the busy upstairs hall. In and out of rickshaws, uber, and taxis, we saw the vibrant city and even had the chance to slow down for a shave with a street barber. We had a great time on our short visit in the former capital of India, please listen along on this fun episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk. Main Topics Covered: Kolkata (Calcutta) India Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  Laying over in a city can be a great way to see it. We did the same in Doha, Qatar as well as Copenhagen, Denmark.  Our personal guide in Kolkata was Pratik Jio - reach out to him if you visit the city as well.  Being able to visit the Ganges was a big deal to both of us.  Puchkas or Pani puri, are very tasty street food that you will find everywhere around the city.  Carrom is a game we found walking the streets. It’s basically hitting checkers with your hand into four corners like the game pool.  Bhapa Doi is made by blending yogurt and condensed milk. It becomes more tasteful with the garnishing of almonds and pistachios.  College Street Coffee House is the most famous of Indian Coffee House branches in Kolkata.  The Chicken Egg Roll was one of the best street foods I have ever eaten. I love paratha so to have a burrito style snack with that tasty combination was heaven in my mouth.  The Howrah Station is the busiest railway station in India. It can be intense at times. The streets of Kolkata were chaotic and energizing. Many forms of transportation were fighting for space on the tight roads.  Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

Having the chance to go back to Hyderabad, India for a wedding of our two friends, Preetham and Spandana, was an unforgettable experience. Not only did we have the opportunity to partake in the many ceremonies of the marriage including Sangeeth, Haldi, Groom’s Day, Bride’s Day, Mehndi, and the huge wedding event, we also visited Hitec City, Nalgonda, and Gandipet. The incredible visit included a trip out delivering invitations on a motorbike, dancing choreographed steps to Indian music, and making a trip for Toddy palm wine. The people were all incredibly kind from the families to our amazing hosts. We stayed with four different families, met kids on the streets playing cricket, and enjoyed late nights understanding the culture. This India trip will not be forgotten, and we hope you enjoy us telling our unique story of discovering more reasons why we love to travel so much in this episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk. Main Topics Covered: Hyderabad Nagole Hitec City Nalgonda Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  Listen to our previous journey to India on Podcast 48: India is Incredible (2 Months Traveling 7+ Cities).  Utilize the Pre-Paid Taxis ran by the government to give you peace of mind when you land at the airport in Hyderabad. Our outfits during the wedding festivities were outstanding.  HITEC city is an area in Hyderabad focused on technology, engineering, and other sectors of economic growth.  The Westin in HITEC was unbelievable with its great service and huge rooms.  Toddy palm wine is what we went searching for on Sunday and it was a great trip.  Our hosts, Jaya and Anthony, were amazingly kind. I compared tattoos with their mother one day.  Sangeeth is the dance portion of the wedding festivities. Nalgonda was smaller version of Hyderabad and a fun town. We celebrated the bride’s day and Haldi at her home.  Nikki got mehndi on her hands and forearms.  The wedding was a bit early in the morning but a gorgeous ceremony.  Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

Matt Javit How To Travel The World & Plan Your Own Mini-Retirement EPISODE 31 – January 2019 Today’s episode is with founder of PassPortJoy.com – Matt Javit. Matt & his wife Nikki made the decision to take a leap of faith to travel the world full time, to seek new adventures and opportunities, meet new […]

“It's more than hair; it's an experience.” – Matt Javit Today's guest on the Art of Adventure is the Anthony Bourdain of barber shops, Matt Javit. He is the host and creator of World Barber Shop Adventures and the podcast, which he runs with his wife, The Passport Joy. Matt grew up in a military family, doing a lot of moving around when he was young. He was a corporate salesman before he set on this multi-year travel adventures with his wife. You will definitely enjoy this episode as Matt shares how he started his interest in traveling and how he came up with the idea of visiting barber shops and getting these barbers impart wonderful stories. We find out how he builds rapport and establish connections with these people from different parts of the world. What you'll learn in this episode: How Matt started traveling the world His favorite barber shop stories Also, my favorite barbershop adventures How his experience shaped the way he is traveling now How Matt thinks about meeting someone new - 10 second to build rapport How Matt prepares for his videos Quotes: “It's more than hair; it's an experience.” – Matt Javit "Barbers are craftsmen, and good craftsmanship is hard to replace"– Matt Javit “Your eyes definitely get opened as you travel the world.” – Matt Javit “This world is huge, but sometimes, it can be so tiny.” – Matt Javit “This {travel} is a segment of careers that is going to be around and I think it's going to become more and more appreciated.” – Matt Javit Continue the Adventure: Passport Joy

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and Singapore are both great travel destinations that have their own flavor. While staying in the Bukit Bintang area of Kuala Lumpur, we had the chance to take in Chinatown, several of the massive malls, and check out the Petronas Twin Towers. There are temples to visit, tons of street vendors with spicy food, and street entertainment every night of the week. Singapore is in a class of its own living as a city in the future. It is clean, safe, and luxurious. Beyond the beauty of the downtown area, you can visit the ethnic neighborhoods of Little India, Chinatown, and Arab Street. We give you the advice you need to make the most of your time in both of these beautiful destinations. Main Topics Covered: Kuala Lumpur Singapore Links Mentioned in the Episode: An easy way to support us is by checking out our Amazon Store. We list all of the items we love there.  Skyscanner - To find all of the latest flight deals and creative ways to travel, check out - https://PassportJoy.com/Scan Tony Robbins will help you get to your true potential - find all of his products at https://PassportJoy.com/Tony While in Kuala Lumpur we stayed on the outskirts of Bukit Bintang in a working class neighborhood. It is close to night markets, street entertainment, and plenty of bars.  It rained a lot while we were in Malaysia. You might want to check on the best times to travel before booking your trip.  Chinatown in Kuala Lumpur is a great place to find deals on knock-offs.  Sri Mahamariamman temple is a site to see. Extremely unique.  I attended the TPC Kuala Lumpur PGA event after my buddy Vince came through from the States with a VIP entry.  Singapore has the world’s best airport. It is gorgeous and something you should spend extra time visiting.  We attended ITB Asia which is a large Asia-focused travel convention. Definitely worth our time as we learned a great deal about the travel sector. We found that Singapore has a lot of similarities to Hong Kong: 96 Hour Travel Guide.  The Marina Bay Sands is an epic building with a mall, casino, and fun waterfront area.  Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken Rice & Noodle is a humble street-food stall and the world’s cheapest Michelin star restaurant.  Singapore is ranked as the Best Country for Expats to Work In.  Be sure to check out World Barber Shop Adventures to find out the differences of barber shops around the world.  Make sure you understand what to pack. Pack Less! Here is a great post on everything we packed in a single backpack.  Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

Matt has made an incredible docu-series on YouTube called World Barber Shop Adventures. He also hosts the podcast called Passport Joy with his wife, @nikkijav. When you talk about quitting work and traveling the world, you're just talking, right? Matt and Nikki are doing it!! And they have been for 20 months. We talk about the logistics of traveling, barbershops around the world and a little bit of hoops. Check out Matt's inspiring story!! www.passportjoy.com www.instagram.com/mattjavit www.instagram.com/nikkijav www.instagram.com/worldbarbershopadventures www.jakecutsfresh.com www.instagram.com/jake_cuts_fresh www.twitter.com/jake_cuts_fresh --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Matt Javit and his wife Nikki left their high paying Executive jobs in the USA to pursue their love of travelling the world and learning what it's like to be true entrepreneurs. Listen in to hear Matt talk about what it took to finally make the leap of faith and trust that everything they had planned for over the year was the right decision. It's been a year and a half of constant travel and Matt Javit has a lot to discuss.   Leaves it all Behind to Travel the World Matt Javit and Mikkel Thorup discuss what life looks like when you have a great job, lots of family and friends and you decide to do what most people would say is crazy. Some would say, "how could you leave your great job? You won't earn any money, how are you ever going to survive?" Matt shares that those closest to him were extremely supportive, which really was fantastic to hear. Those questions and more are part of this fantastic interview with Matt Javit.   Things to do Before Moving Overseas Matt Javit and Mikkel Thorup really dig deep and discuss all of the things to do before moving overseas. It wasn't a simple pack up and go. They own a home full of furniture; had 2 cars; jobs; friends...well, they had to plan ahead. An exit plan was in order and because everyone is different a well thought out plan was crucial. Matt discusses his exit plan and all the things to do before moving overseas.   Next Came the Guide to Moving Abroad Matt Javit along with his wife Nikki set out the guide to moving abroad. What had to happen for them to make a seamless transition. Where would they go? For how long? Matt talks about how he bought their first one-way ticket to South America...and then their second one-way ticket to Europe. It all started to come together. Matt had to tell his boss...what a great story this is!   Tips for Living Abroad Mikkel and Matt Javit laugh about the lessons they have both learned because of living overseas and their tips for living abroad. They both agree that life is never the same once you leave your safe job, a safe home, and safe friends. Your mind will never be the same. If you have ever wanted to leave your life behind, in this interview you'll get fantastic tips for living abroad.   Topics we Discuss in Depth How to Make friends while you're overseas How you can live the life you've always dreamed of Earning an income and what has to happen for that to be a reality Challenges you face living abroad Documenting your adventures Matts goals Mind expansion!   Re-Entry into the Corporate World A year and a half has passed since leaving Indianapolis, Indiana. Will Matt and Nikki be able to step back into their old jobs? Will they want to after being so independent and free?   Where can we find Matt Javit Matt has a successful podcast himself called: PassportJoy   Go to his website https://passportjoy.com/ (www.PassportJoy.com) and you can see his blogs about their world travels and listen in to hear his podcast!   Matt Javit's Secret to Success Realize that you deserve it! Once you really understand that, your life will never be the same. You can change your life and from there, anything is possible.   Final Thoughts What a fantastic interview I had with Matt. A real honest, down to earth guy. We laughed a lot because we have both have had similar experiences while learning the lessons of life. Matts tips for living abroad and things to do before moving overseas will be so helpful to you, my listeners. I know you'll all enjoy this episode a ton. I hope you get as much value from this interview with Matt Javit as I did… and if you would like to stay up to date with all new content that comes out at https://expatmoneyshow.com/ (The Expat Money Show) make sure you sign up for our Newsletter below. Some of my best stuff comes out by email and I don't want you to miss it! Support this podcast

I envy Matt Javit and his wife, Nikki. They have a passion for traveling and, instead of planning the occasional trip or excursion decided to adopt the lifestyle full-time and now traverse the globe seeing things most people, like myself, can only imagine. They chronicle their travels in their blog at passportjoy.com and talk about all of these incredible things. They also have a podcast, go check it out! Matt and I talk about what it took for them to be able to take off for a couple of years and how you could do it too! We also talk about the wonderful shopping opportunities abroad… it gets interesting. One thing I learned is that the best part of going to another country as a really tall white guy is that everyone treats you like a celebrity… looks like I have to get some taller heels on my shoes! All this AND we record a sketch! Did you find Matt interesting? You might also like to hear the sketch we came up with!: Sketch Comedy Podcast show is an independent and completely improvised sketch podcast that is based on conversations with interesting people like YOU! We welcome all suggestions, and we are always looking for new and interesting people to have on the podcast. Thank you so much for watching and listening, and please check out our other links for more information, interaction and overall fun! For more episodes, information, and a chance to be on the show, visit: http://sketchcomedypodcastshow.com SOCIAL MEDIA FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/sketchcomedypodcastshow TWITTER: http://twitter.com/sketchcompod INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/sketchcompod SUBSCRIPTIONS & REVIEWS APPLE: http://bit.ly/SCPSitunes GOOGLE: http://bit.ly/SCPSgplay RSS: https://scps.fireside.fm/rss PODCHASER: https://www.podchaser.com/SketchComedyPodcastShow Sketch Comedy Podcast Show is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. © Copyright 2018 Marathon Productions, LLC. Special Guest: Matt Javit | World Traveler.

On this Bonus Episode of the Your Financial Pharmacist Podcast, Tim Ulbrich, founder of Your Financial Pharmacist, interviews Matt and Nikki Javit from Passport Joy about their journey of walking away from their successful careers to travel the world full-time. Matt and Nikki talk about what inspired their journey, how they are managing to do this financially and travel tips and hacks they have learned along the way. Mentioned on the Show Real Estate RPH Passport Joy Passport Joy Podcast Pharmacy Leaders Podcast with Tony Guerra, PharmD The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy Workaway Trusted Housesitters Airbnb

This husband and wife duo quit their jobs to travel the world fulltime! Wow! How do they do it, what challenges have they faced along the way and how can you track them on this journey? Web: www.passportjoy.com Follow: @MattJavitt About: Matt and Nikki Javit had amazing lives in Indianapolis. They loved hanging out with their friends, spending quality time with their family, and making new connections in their vast network. They were both considered very successful in their careers, and they loved their bosses and co-workers. But the desire to travel full time was always on their minds, and they knew the window would be soon closing to turn a dream into reality. So on February 21, 2017, with their single backpack each, they flew to Santiago, Chile with the one-way ticket that would start their journey around the world. Checking off bucket list locations like Machu Picchu, Galapagos Islands, The Sistine Chapel, and The Taj Mahal, they are creating new exciting lists every week on where they want to explore next. Follow along on PassportJoy.com Travel Talk Podcast to hear their latest crazy stories, tips to have amazing trips on a budget, hot locations you may not have heard of, and ways to volunteer on the road. Whether you are looking to travel long-term like they are or you want to find a cheaper way to have epic weekend getaways, this is the podcast that delivers value by keeping it REAL while taking you along for a memorable ride. About the show: ►Website: http://www.ashsaidit.com ►For $5 in ride credit, download the Lyft app using my referral link: https://www.lyft.com/ici/ASH584216 ► Visit http://www.pinnertest.com and use Promo Code: ashsaidit ►Become A Podcast Legend: http://ashsaidit.podcastersmastery.zaxaa.com/s/6543767021305 ►Review Us: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ash-said-it/id1144197789 ►SUBSCRIBE HERE: http://www.youtube.com/c/AshSaidItSuwanee ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1loveash ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashsaidit ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/1loveAsh ►Google Plus: https://plus.google.com/u/0/+AshSaidItMedia ►Blog: http://www.ashsaidit.com/blog ►Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/1LoveAsh/ ►Newsletter: http://ashsaidit.us11.list-manage1.com/subscribe?u=2a2ca3b799467f125b53863c8&id=a6f43cd472 ►Casper Commercial Music Courtesy of http://www.BenSound.com #atlanta #ashsaidit #ashsaidthat #ashblogsit #ashsaidit® Ash Brown is a gifted American producer, blogger, speaker, media personality and event emcee. The blog on AshSaidit.com showcases exclusive event invites, product reviews and so much more. Her motivational podcast "Ash Said It Daily" is available on major media platforms such as iTunes, iHeart Radio & Google Play. This program has over half a million streams worldwide. She uses these mediums to motivate & encourage her audience in the most powerful way. She keeps it real!

This husband and wife duo quit their jobs to travel the world fulltime! Wow! How do they do it, what challenges have they faced along the way and how can you track them on this journey? Web: www.passportjoy.com Follow: @MattJavitt About: Matt and Nikki Javit had amazing lives in Indianapolis. They loved hanging out with their friends, spending quality time with their family, and making new connections in their vast network. They were both considered very successful in their careers, and they loved their bosses and co-workers. But the desire to travel full time was always on their minds, and they knew the window would be soon closing to turn a dream into reality. So on February 21, 2017, with their single backpack each, they flew to Santiago, Chile with the one-way ticket that would start their journey around the world. Checking off bucket list locations like Machu Picchu, Galapagos Islands, The Sistine Chapel, and The Taj Mahal, they are creating new exciting lists every week on where they want to explore next. Follow along on PassportJoy.com Travel Talk Podcast to hear their latest crazy stories, tips to have amazing trips on a budget, hot locations you may not have heard of, and ways to volunteer on the road. Whether you are looking to travel long-term like they are or you want to find a cheaper way to have epic weekend getaways, this is the podcast that delivers value by keeping it REAL while taking you along for a memorable ride. About the show: ►Website: http://www.ashsaidit.com ►For $5 in ride credit, download the Lyft app using my referral link: https://www.lyft.com/ici/ASH584216 ► Visit http://www.pinnertest.com and use Promo Code: ashsaidit ►Become A Podcast Legend: http://ashsaidit.podcastersmastery.zaxaa.com/s/6543767021305 ►Review Us: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ash-said-it/id1144197789 ►SUBSCRIBE HERE: http://www.youtube.com/c/AshSaidItSuwanee ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1loveash ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashsaidit ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/1loveAsh ►Google Plus: https://plus.google.com/u/0/+AshSaidItMedia ►Blog: http://www.ashsaidit.com/blog ►Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/1LoveAsh/ ►Newsletter: http://ashsaidit.us11.list-manage1.com/subscribe?u=2a2ca3b799467f125b53863c8&id=a6f43cd472 ►Casper Commercial Music Courtesy of http://www.BenSound.com #atlanta #ashsaidit #ashsaidthat #ashblogsit #ashsaidit® Ash Brown is a gifted American producer, blogger, speaker, media personality and event emcee. The blog on AshSaidit.com showcases exclusive event invites, product reviews and so much more. Her motivational podcast "Ash Said It Daily" is available on major media platforms such as iTunes, iHeart Radio & Google Play. This program has over half a million streams worldwide. She uses these mediums to motivate & encourage her audience in the most powerful way. She keeps it real!

On today's show we have Matt Javit.A few years back Matt and his wife Nicki got the travel bug, and they didn't get this bug in form of tenuous thought or notion that, “Yeah …. One day, once we have enough money and freedom we'll travel the world.”They got in an, “Okay. What actionable steps do we need to take to make this dream happen kind of way”Those actionable steps included budgeting, making sure they came back home to careers (Money matters mmkay), selling all of their stuff, and then telling all of their loved ones their plans.So if you've ever wanted to know:- Just how much money it costs to travel around the world for a year- How to enjoy yourself despite being in a different culture than you're used to- How to react when faced with a source of constant negativity- How incredibly thoughtful and different the Japanese culture really is ...Then click that download or play button now to listen to this episode of "The Process with Brad Wilson" podcast.Join my email newsletter at: http://www.MentallyInvincible.com/TheProcessFollow @the_process_podcast on InstagramReach out to me directly at brad@mentallyinvincible.com

In this episode, we interview Matt and Nikki of Passport Joy. They are a married American couple who quit their jobs to travel together and have documented their journeys on their blog and podcast. We talk with them about their work life before leaving for their round the world journey and how they juggle a podcast, blog, and their travels together. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/travel-couple-podcast/message

We have been fortunate to spend time on five beautiful islands of Greece - Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Corfu, and Aegina. The beauty of these Greek Islands does not stop with the fabulous beaches or tasty food. In this podcast episode, we discuss why we enjoyed our time so much and why we highly recommend travelers visiting the islands as well. We share tips and tricks that you need to think about before your visit that can save you time and stress. We also discuss four books that have changed us recently that you might want to read as well. Enjoy! Main Topics Covered: 5 Islands of Greece We Love (with Tips and Tricks) Four Books that Have Changed us Lately Links Mentioned in the Episode: Skyscanner - To find all of the latest flight deals and creative ways to travel  Tony Robbins will help you get to your true potential - find all of his products at https://PassportJoy.com/Tony There are thousands of Greek Islands and many to discover that are inhabited and inviting to tourists On one trip a few years ago we visited Mykonos, Santorini, and Paros.  If you are comfortable be sure to rent a scooter or ATV to get around the islands and see the beauty. Be careful to have your meds and money. There may not be an ATM or pharmacy available. Drink plenty of Mythos Beer while on the island. Very tasty.  The Mykonos nightlife is INSANE - be sure to check out the DJ listing before your trip in order to get tickets to a show you want.  Santorini is a romantic, volcanic island full of colorful beaches everywhere. Paros, unlike Mykonos and Santorini, does NOT have an airport. It is a little harder to get to but well worth it. Built around two bays, charming interior village. The private sailing cruise company we used in Paros was M Zeppos - They are extremely professional and make it a great day out.  Be careful using Google Maps on the island of Corfu. It wasn’t always correct. Perdika Village is a small fishing village located on the island of Aegina, Greece.  Check out Matt’s hikes in this video from atop Perdika Be careful along the beaches and coastline with rocks and sea urchins. We suggest these water shoes to help you enjoy your time.  A video of the sea urchin as it moved in my hand before we ate them .  Check out the drunken mussels I made that we ate on the roof of our hotel with friends.  Make sure you understand what to pack. Pack Less! Here is a great post on everything we packed in a single backpack.  You can’t do everything when you travel. Be sure to listen to the Traveler’s Guilt podcast to understand that it’s okay to chill out.  Books we mentioned: Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport Will Power Doesn't Work by Benjamin Hardy Something Like Happy by Eva Woods  What I Know For Sure by Oprah Winfrey Be sure to check out all of the BOOKS WE LOVE and download the list Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

Do you and your spouse ever dream of cashing it all in, and traveling around the world? What could you experience? What could you learn about the world, and about each other? Is it possible? Well, today's guests, World travelers, Matt and Nikki Javit share their insights from 2 years of living that dream together. […] The post Episode 083: Passport Joy | Matt & Nikki Javit appeared first on Legendary Marriage: Build a life, a love, and a legacy together..

Matt Javit is the founder of PassportJoy.com. He recently hit pause on his extraordinarily successful career to travel the world full-time with his wife. Useful links: Passport Joy Website Passport Joy Podcast Passport Joy on Facebook As A Man Thinketh (Book on Amazon) Show notes: How he grew up as a child of someone in the military. … Continued

Matt Javit from PassPort Joy is my guest today. Hi motto is: Experiences over things! He's always lived with gratitude and thankfulness being at the center of his life. Matt left a successful career behind to travel the world fulltime. He says that: "None of this would be possible without a strong belief system and gratitude." Matt had some amazing insights to share about gratitude, for me the one visual example about being grateful for our gifts if we want to experience more of them, really hit home.  You can find him at: https://passportjoy.com Become a supporter of this podcast:https://anchor.fm/the-gratitude-podcast/support

We are in the early stages of our time in Europe for the spring and summer. In this podcast episode, we talk about our time in Munich, Amsterdam, Jena, Prague, Vienna, and Budapest. We will walk through the highlights and what made each trip special. Having the chance to visit several people that we already knew made the visits even more memorable. From Munich's Fruhlingfest to Amsterdam’s King’s Day to Prague’s historic Town Square. The season for festivals is here, and it is a beautiful time to visit these fantastic cities. Join us as we discuss our highlights so far. Main Topics Covered: Highlights of our Travel over the past Month in Europe Links Mentioned in the Episode: Skyscanner - To find all of the latest flight deals and creative ways to travel, check out Tony Robbins will help you get to your true potential - find all of his products at https://PassportJoy.com/Tony Munich's Fruhlingfest (Springfest in English) is a day full of partying and fun - Watch a video from our time here Botanical Gardens of Keukenhof are full of beautiful flowers De Krijtberg Church in Amsterdam - amazing singer with cello on Saturday Night English Mass - 5:00pm Jena Science City is the team of my former student/athlete that is still playing professional basketball, Immanuel McElroy Infant Jesus of Prague was a great experience as we were married in the church of the same name in Chicago. Seeing the original meant a lot. John Lennon Wall is filled with political graffiti and a great photo with many colors We visited the co-work space, Locus Workspace, while in Prague and had a productive day Meetup is a great way to meet new people while traveling the world. You can connect to like-minded locals or travelers Vienna - Cool bar with a great view - 25 hours hotel, rooftop - they might try to act like it is sold out but it’s not; wait a little.  Vienna - Extremely old bar with an ' authentic' atmosphere - Cafe Bendl - people throw coasters at each other, have a jukebox, cheap shots called 'koks', if you love dive bars.  In Budapest, Szimpla Kert is now one of our favorite pubs in the world. So much to be discovered inside this ruin bar.  Viewpoints of Budapest are some of the best in the world to capture great photos of the iconic city Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world

Nikki discusses the importance of TRAVEL INSURANCE, what it is and why you should get it.  We also talk about what great travel insurance policies should cover and certain limits travel insurance policies have. Have questions about PRESCRIPTIONS and refilling prescriptions while traveling?  Nikki provides tips to save time and money. She also covers the importance of travel VACCINES and much more! We also answer a couple of questions from our followers: How we stay in shape while traveling and how we watch American SPORTING events. Enjoy! Main Topics Covered: Travel Tips -Travel Insurance, Vaccines, Prescriptions Q&A - How do we Workout on the road? Q&A - Issues with ATMs Q&A - How does Matt watch American Sports while traveling Shame on that  - People in Crowds Links Mentioned in the Episode: Foundation Training - The most important exercises for your back while you travel!  ExpressVPN - protect your information when you travel and connect to see your content that you are paying for Nikki’s Professional (Medical) Background Travel Vaccines – A Simple Guide (2018) Reliable resources:  CDC and WHO Prescriptions Abroad (A Step-by-Step Guide for Travel) Travel Insurance – A Simple Guide for Choosing the Best (2018) The BEST way to watch sports while you travel  Best ATM Company is Schwab for international travel    Epic Hikes on the trip so far include: Cinque Terre Hiking (Updated Guide) Cerro Toco Hike Climbing in Perdika, Greece Resistance Bands for home training  Beautiful Peru; Beaches, vineyards and geoglyphs (Paracas, Ica, Nazca Guide)  Google Duo for the best face-to-face video while you are traveling  The Best View of Machu Picchu- Climbing Huayna Picchu (An Epic Journey) Venice on a Budget (9 Tips to save money)    This Week’s Prize comes from Seven Corners Insurance   Seven Corners offers customizable travel insurance plans to travelers all over the world.; the two main products being travel medical plans and trip protection plans. Travel medical plans protect travelers when they get sick or injured abroad by providing medical coverage such as medical evacuations, 24-hour assistance and medical maximums up to $5 million. Trip protection plans protect the costs and expenses of your trip in case you have to cancel, interrupt or delay your travels as well as provide coverage for delayed, lost or damaged luggage. Find more at https://PassportJoy.com/Insurance

We talk about all of the reasons that we love spending time in BANGKOK, Thailand. This being our fourth trip to the always-active city, gave us a chance to live like locals and take in the fantastic food, night markets, and shopping malls. Matt had a full body exam at the BUMRUNGRAD International Hospital as well as a teeth cleaning in their Dental Center. We talk about medical tourism and our experience with healthcare outside of the U.S. We also answer a listener question about making the most out of a HORRIBLE string of events. Still can’t believe we ended that wild 24-hours with a smile on our face. Please join us in this latest episode of our adventures around the world. Main Topics Covered: Bangkok, Thailand (Why we Love it and the Bumrungrad Hospital Visit) Q&A - Turning Bad into Laughs Links Mentioned in the Episode: Birch Boys Coffee - This is the coffee and tea that we love so much we had it shipped to us for our travels.  MooseJaw - A great website to get all of your adventure gear to have an excellent trip.  Bangkok City Life through one of Matt’s photos:  Endless Bangkok Traffic Terminal 21 / boutique shops- retail area over 650 stores, and the food court is AMAZING Crazy Wild Night Market - Patpong Night Market Be aware of the Tuk tuks - they might try to take you to tailors With no social system, there are beggars in the streets  Bumrungrad International Hospital  Morgan Spurlock’s Inside Man: Club Med (Medical Tourism)  Dental Exam at Bumrungrad  Executive Health Exam at Bumrungrad Big Pat Thomas ‘Stay the Course’ Podcast Santiago, Chile - Top 7 Things to Do in Santiago, Chile (with photos)  4 Days and 1 Night in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile (Best itinerary for traveling to San Pedro de Atacama)  7 Useful Travel Tips for San Pedro de Atacama (2018)    Contest Prize of the Week: Tommy John Underwear Underwear? Guys don’t like to talk about underwear unless they are complaining...that’s likely why I don’t mention mine….but since you asked,  I wear Tommy John! I wore them for about 2 years before we left so it was an easy decision for me to pack 7 pairs before we headed out for our big adventure. They have several different styles of underwear but I wear the trunks. Tommy John is the revolutionary men’s underwear brand that’s redefining comfort. It's the perfect underwear to keep you comfortable no matter where your travels take you. Tommy John uses proprietary fabrics and innovative designs to make sure that the legs never ride up, the waistband never rolls down, and you never get a wedgie. And, their horizontal quick-draw fly has been described as life-changing. Plus, all Tommy John underwear is backed by the “Best Pair You’ll Ever Wear or It’s Free” guarantee. So if you don’t love the fit and feel of Tommy John, it's free! Check out their latest deals and styles at PassportJoy.com/Tommy.

We go in a few directions in this episode. We start by covering many of the technologies and electronics we use to help us navigate the complexities of traveling full time. We then answer a reader question regarding the scary situations we have encountered on the road so far including a credit card hacker in Santiago, vicious dogs in South America, and a creepy follower in India. We round out the episode talking about driving fails and the tough spots that put us in. Main Topics Covered: Travel Tips - Technology and Electronics We Use Q&A - Scary Situations We Have Encountered Shame on That - Driving fails Links Mentioned in the Episode: Airbnb - The best way to travel anywhere in the world. Get your discount today.  Mizzen and Main - The best pants available for traveling. Versatile, fashionable, and comfortable. Use your coupon today to get the best pants possible.  Google Fi - The phone plan we use to say connected around the world - Get a discount Express VPN - Stay Secure while traveling and get the content you deserve (Netflix) Dropbox - Share your documents with friends and teams around the world  Evernote - I keep all of my daily notes here  Groovebook - a great way to share physical photos with friends and family - use the code - JAVIT63 for a discount Portable Chargers  High Powered Flashlight Travel Adapter Long cords for phones FlightStats - Track your current or upcoming flights TOR Web Browser for Absolute privacy  Google Flights Things to do in Cusco What we loved about Santiago Chile Use Travel Tips for San Pedro de Atacama Go With Your Gut Post Youtube link to the Indore Interview   Contest Prize of the Day is from Birch Boys Chaga Coffee and Tea. Chaga is a parasitic mushroom that draws the life out of birch trees. Over time, it stores the trees' beneficial minerals and compounds into a super-concentrated conk that bursts out of the tree trunk. Due to its life cycle, chaga contains more antioxidants than ANY substance on Earth! I love this coffee and tea and had it shipped to me while traveling. The team behind the product is wonderful as well and their vision to make Chaga a household name is a powerful one. Check out their products at https://PassportJoy.com/Coffee  

JUST ASK!  Sometimes asking for a favor or reaching out to someone you don’t know is tough. Matt talks about how he SKYPED WITH A BILLIONAIRE after sending a cold email, met up with a CRYPTO INSIDER in Ho Chi Minh City, and learned how to make a true wood-fired Italian pizza from a professional. He even discusses how he helped a new friend in need while at Oktoberfest. All these things by simply asking. Nikki & Matt wrap up the episode by discussing how gross people can be on the road and what some people need to change to clean up their act. Main Topics Covered: Travel Tips - Don’t be afraid to ask people tough questions Shame on that  - Dirty People Links Mentioned in the Episode: Skyscanner - To find all of the latest flight deals and creative ways to travel, check out Tony Robbins will help you get to your true potential - find all of his products at https://PassportJoy.com/Tony The clothing line I mentioned was worn by Shaq during all-star weekend in 2003 after I met him a few days prior (big moment for me) Money: Master the Game by Tony Robbins - Book that I mentioned had all of the top Investors’ advice Marc Faber’s Website Why we Loved Chiang Mai so much The Bar in that Marc Recommended - Linda’s Bar A recap of our time in Vietnam and Why we loved it so much  Great Guy in Ho Chi Minh that I met  Real Italian Pizza (Cooking like a Pro) WorkAway   Our prize for the launch contest comes from Dr. Eric Goodman and the team at Foundation Training. Foundation Training’s specifically designed movements and engaging postures help to effectively retrain the body to utilize the power of the posterior chain. This muscle chain is chronically neglected, yet when reactivated and strengthened can bring significant healing. As the body relearns how to move properly, the frame gets stronger and pain decreases. Foundation Training can be done anywhere, anytime. No gym or equipment needed. Foundation Training has changed my life and given me the ability to travel the way we are as well as to be able to be physically active on the road. PassportJoy.com/Back for more information on Foundation Training.

Traveling back to South Africa for the second time in only two years was Nikki’s idea but it became Matt’s playground as they hiked the mountains, went to a safari, enjoyed the braai feasts, swam in the ocean, and went to a rugby match. Deep sea fishing and being part of a shark catch was icing on the cake! Matt makes the case that this is a guys’ trip heaven in this episode that describes their three months in several cities along the coast. They also answer a listener question about what they have learned about themselves and each other during their travel. Enjoy as they continue to open up on their journey so far. Main Topics Covered: South Africa - What We Loved Q&A - What have we learned about ourselves and each other   Links Mentioned in the Episode: Tommy John Underwear - Matt brought seven pairs of underwear on his journey - ALL Tommy John Seven Corners Insurance - The Travel Insurance that we use as we Travel Full time We came to Cape Town in March of 2016: This is what we wrote. We also visited Jeffrey’s Bay during that trip Photo at the top of Lion’s Head Table Mountain - New Seven Wonders of Nature Durban - New Seven Wonders City  Braai - Photo from one we attended in Mossel Bay The Big Five of the Safari - Black Rhino, Elephant, Leopard, Cape Buffalo, Lion Cheetah Conservation My awesome guide - Shawn Mey - for Deep Sea Fishing and Rock & Surf Fishing  Durban Sharks Rugby Team Cricket match - Australia vs South Africa  Inca Ruins and Cusco Day Trips Venice, Italy on a budget  Our prize of this episode comes from Mizzen+Main. I only have two pairs of pants with me during our travels so I had to make sure they were comfortable, stylish, and versatile. My grey and blue Mizzen+Main pants have allowed we to trek up the mountains in Chile and walk through the halls of St. Peters in the Vatican. They are the only pants I need to for all of my traveling adventures. When you see me wearing pants in my photos, I am wearing Mizzen+Main. Check out https://PassportJoy.com/Pants to see their latest styles. Be sure to REVIEW Passport Joy Travel Talk to enter the contest.

Where do we stay as we travel around the world? How do we keep our costs to a minimum with our accommodations? In this episode, we discuss the differences between Airbnb, hostels, hotels, and WorkAways. You will hear about crying babies and squealing guinea pigs. We talk about the Lisbon Hustle and drinking with a star from Narcos. We then answer a couple of follower questions including how we stay in touch with family and what technologies we use to do so. Everyone gets homesick; we talk about how we cope with it on the road. We wrap up with our first ‘Shame on That’ session where we screw up and tell people that they are ugly. Oops! Main Topics Covered: Accommodation Tips to Save Time and Money Q&A - How we Stay in Touch with Friends and Family Q&A - How do we cope with Homesickness SOT - Famous People Look-Alikes; We Didn’t Mean to call you Ugly Links: Feel secure on the road by monitoring your room with Blink - https://PassportJoy.com/Blink Find out more about Priority Pass to save money during your travels and have access to 1000+ Lounges around the world - https://PassportJoy.com/Pass Sign up for a free credit on your first Airbnb stay at https://PassportJoy.com/Stay Great Airbnb Search Tip 14 Things to do in Lisbon, Portugal The Lisbon Hustle and making money from our balcony WorkAway information Get a discount at Booking.com A great way to discover good hostels A Quick Guide to Crazy Guayaquil Ecuador Matt with Andrés Crespo (Carlos Córdova of Narcos) Beautiful Albania Our favorite real-time face-to-face app, Google Duo  The best international calling plan with Google Fi More than a Billion people use WhatsApp around the world Share your amazing photos with - Groovebook - Use code – JAVIT63 for a discount Fred Armisen Jay Leno Our prize of the day and the most beautiful frame to share those amazing travel photos comes from Nixplay. You will hear us talk about this amazing frame often….it is a cloud-based frame that you can send photos from the easy-to-use mobile apps and then your photos appear where the frame is located. You can decide to have it at your office or in grandma’s living room...you call it. You can use your Instagram, Facebook, Dropbox photos and more. Check out their awesome frames at Nixplay.com or at https://PassportJoy.com/Frame for their latest discount. Be sure to REVIEW Passport Joy Travel Talk to enter the contest.

2: What’s in Our Bag, What We Miss, and Do We Get Sick of Each Other?   How can you possibly pack for over two years on the road with only a single backpack each? Impossible, right? Well, we were faced with that difficult task and did quite well. We will discuss all of the items that made the final cut; from clothing to organizers to toiletries. We also answer a couple of follower questions on the luxuries we miss the most while traveling and what it is like to spend 24/7 together as a couple. Yes, it can be a bit much at times, but in the end, we love it. Enjoy!   Main Topics Covered: What we packed for our two+ years of travel Q&A - Luxuries we miss the most Q&A - The difficulty of spending so much time together as a couple   Links: Help your back pain with Foundation Training  - https://PassportJoy.com/back Be protected on the internet with ExpressVPN - https://PassportJoy.com/VPN   The entire ‘What We Packed’ blog post: https://passportjoy.com/pack-life-carry/ Matt’s favorite pants while we travel - he has worn them from seeing the Best View of Machu Picchu to exploring the tea plantations of Kerala, India - Chuck’s Construction - The construction company Matt was bragging about. Bill Murray discussing love and travel video Matt Playing Poker in Vietnam post Hikes that Matt made in Perdika Greece and Cinque Terre Italy   *Note* Matt said “separate rooms’ when describing our accommodations. He meant it as two rooms. Yes, we sleep in the same bed when available.   Our prize of the day and the best tools to protect yourself on the road can be found at SpyEscape.com - https://spyescapeandevasion.com/ - Get our favorite Safety Travel book - Spy Secrets that can Save Your Life - by Former CIA officer Jason Hanson. He and his team are giving away an autographed version of this book, and their  '6 spy tools' which include a Tactical Pen, Mini SpyTac Flashlight, 11-in-1 Survival Tool, Credit Card Knife, Survival Keychain, and Universal Handcuff Key.   Please Subscribe (How to Subscribe and Why it is So Important to Us) on your favorite Podcast App Player: Apple / Itunes or Google Play or Stitcher or Spotify or 'watch' on Youtube *We appreciate your help! iTunes is the largest platform for podcast listening today so the reviews and ratings on that platform help THE MOST. Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a RATING and REVIEW HERE! It takes just 30 seconds (How to Rate and Review and Why it is Important to Us). Thank you! Want to get our Newsletter with added information about our travels around the world? Subscribe now by adding your email address. Find out where we are NOW and check out our Journey So Far to get an idea of all that we have seen along our adventures around the world! Thanks for listening and checking us out! Please leave comments, tips, and feedback on this episode below. Safe Travels!