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How would you like $350 worth of Tortuga backpacks gear - FREE!? Tune in for all the details and a chance to win.   How to Enter the Giveaway:  Leave an honest, 5-star review for Badass Digital Nomads on your favorite podcast platform or our website, https://www.badassdigitalnomads.com Take a screenshot of your review. Email your review to hello [at] travelingwithkristin.com with the subject line: Podcast Review.   BONUS! - For additional chances to win, post your review on social media. Each post on a separate social media site will equal one additional entry (maximum one entry per social media platoform). Also include these screenshots in your email. For posts on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok, tag @TravelingwithKristin. For tweets on X, tag @WheresKristin. For posts on LinkedIn, add link to the podcast website or any episode. (Connect with Kristin here on LinkedIn.)   (Again, also include a screenshot of your social media post(s) in your email.)   DEADLINE TO ENTER: JUNE 20, 2024 WINNER ANNOUNCED: JULY 2, 2024   By entering the giveaway, you agree to our Terms & Conditions below.   Check out Tortuga Backpacks gear:  40L Travel Backpack Pro 40L Travel Backpack Lite All Pro Bundle (Save $100)   Related Podcast Episode:  How to Close the Gender Wage Gap for Remote Workers with Tortuga Backpacks   $350 Tortuga Backpacks Gift Card Giveaway Terms and Conditions Eligibility: This giveaway is open to listeners of Badass Digital Nomads podcast who are 18 years of age or older as of the date of entry. Employees of Tortuga Backpacks, its affiliates, subsidiaries, advertising, promotion, and fulfillment agencies, and legal advisors, as well as the immediate family members and persons living in the same household of such persons, are not eligible to participate in the giveaway. How to Enter: To participate, entrants must follow these steps during the entry period from May 21, 2024, to June 20, 2024: Leave a 5-star, honest review about Badass Digital Nomads on any podcast platform or on www.badassdigitalnomads.com. Screenshot the published review and email it to hello [at] travelingwithkristin.com. For additional entries, post the screenshot of the review on social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok) and tag @travelingwithkristin. If posting on Twitter/X, tag @whereskristin. Also attach your social media screenshot(s) to the email.  Each review on a unique platform counts as one entry. Duplicate reviews on the same platform will not be counted more than once. Prize: One winner will be randomly selected to receive a $350 gift card for Tortuga Backpacks. The prize is non-transferable, and no cash alternative is offered. Selection of Winner: Winners will be chosen at random from all eligible entries received by the closing date. The draw will take place within 7 days of the closing date. The winner will be notified by email. If the winner does not respond within 7 days of notification, we reserve the right to withdraw the prize from the winner and pick a replacement winner. General Conditions: By participating in the giveaway, participants agree to these terms and conditions, and to the decisions of the promoter, which are final and binding in all respects. No purchase necessary. A purchase does not enhance the chance of winning. Publicity: Except where prohibited by law, participation in the giveaway constitutes winner's consent to the promoter's use of winner's name, likeness, voice, opinions, biographical information, hometown, and state for promotional purposes in any media without further payment or consideration. Privacy: Any personal data relating to participants will be used solely in accordance with current United States data protection legislation and will not be disclosed to a third party without the individual's prior consent. Limitations of Liability: The parties offering the giveaway (Tortuga Backpacks, Badass Digital Nomads podcast, and the host, Kristin Wilson) are not responsible for late, lost, misdirected, or undeliverable entries, or for any computer, online, telephone, or technical malfunctions that may occur. Law and Jurisdiction: The giveaway will be governed by the state of Florida, USA, and any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of St. John's County, FL.   Connect with Kristin and Support the Show: *   Become a Patron *   Buy a Coffee *   Follow on Instagram *   Join the Facebook Group *   Leave a 5-Star Review *   Subscribe on YouTube  

Hey, it's Alex from Remote Work Life. On today's episode of the Remote Work Life Business Spotlight, I'm featuring Tortuga Backpacks @ tortugabackpacks.com. Want to work remotely from home or anywhere so you can avoid the morning commute and have more freedom? Download a list of 100 tech businesses that hire remote professionals and freelancers

Have you ever been drawn to something so strongly that you are willing to uproot your life in order to get closer to it?  This week I'm joined by location independent entrepreneur, Paolo Dobrowolny, who shares the story of how following his dream of moving from Italy to California, led to building a business surrounding a lifestyle he loves.  If you have ever wondered what it would be like to chase your lifestyle dreams, then you won't want to miss this episode. Paolo shares exactly how he overcame the fears and obstacles that went along with uprooting his life in Italy to chase the California dream as well as an abundance of tips for aspiring product creators.   What steps can you take towards becoming the person you strive to be? I'd love to hear what they are and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message. Don't forget that if you want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a bonus episode every month (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more. Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1 and get: Access To The Zero To Travel Podcast Archives (300+ amazing episodes and growing)  One Bonus Episode Per Month (Decided By YOU) + Exclusive Content You Can't Hear Anywhere Else  Ask Me (Jason) Your Burning Questions, and Get A Personal Answer!  All Episodes Ad-Free (From April 2021 Onward) Today's episode is sponsored by Expedia's new podcast,  Out Travel The System, subscribe today to get tips, tricks, inspiration, and information to help plan your next trip. Tune In To Learn: 10:20 What exactly is an Eggboard? 12:30 All about growing up in Italy 15:10 Why Paolo was drawn to the California lifestyle 19:00 How a controversial tech startup started the journey  22:10 What it was like to uproot from Italy to live in California 26:00 When Paolo met the love of his life & why he likes living in the U.S.  30:20 Why having Italian roots comes in handy in the U.S. 36:40 Perspective surrounding "home" when living abroad 40:50 The secret to creating physical products as a location independent entrepreneur  51:10 What it's like to build a brand and business around your preferred lifestyle 55:20 Paolo's favorite pasta recipe 1:04:40 The trick to getting closer to the person you want to be And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Out Travel The System - Today's Sponsors Check out the Eggboards website Location Indie Want More? Should I "Follow My Passion" When Should You Go "All In" On Something? How To Pack Light Plus The Secret To Creating A Physical Travel Product With Fred from Tortuga Backpacks

Joining me today is someone whose freelance work has been featured in AFAR, Travel and Leisure, and Rolling Stone, who has been to 51 countries on 6 continents and whose book “Good With Money:  A guide to prioritizing spending, maximizing savings, and traveling more” shows how she has been able to travel nonstop for 10 years on an average income of $30,000, Anna Mazurek from TravelLikeAnna.com.  Check out the full show notes here! Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Sauv's & Tortuga Backpacks! Check out the entire library of EPoP Travel Podcasts on Apple Podcasts. In This Episode 05:33 Travel Is My Life 10:55 Making Freelancing & Travel Work 16:25 Freelancing, Money & Hustling 24:10 Budget Breakdown For Full Time Travel 28:25 Scale Of Travel 31:10 Batching Work vs. Work/Travel Balance 33:40 What Did You "Give Up" For This Life 36:30 Prioritizing & Changed Ways 40:50 Saving Money Tips & Tricks 50:50 Favorite Places 53:10 Travel Mishaps 57:50 What's Next in Travel & Work   Important Links Travel Like Anna Grab Your Copy of Anna's Book Good With Money Follow Anna on Instagram | Twitter Postagram Location Indie Want to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles   Want More? The Art of Pivoting In Travel & Life w/ Lia & Jeremy The Sweaty Traveler w/ Mackenzie Lawrence It's Okay To Not Know Your Exact Path w/ Jon Santiago   Leave a Review! Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts! Click this link: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Hit “View in iTunes” on the left-hand side under the picture. Leave an honest review. You're awesome!      

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We are trying something different today as we have crowdsourced from you our EPOP community, over on Instagram, all of your favorite holiday movies. We had you list your top 5 by rank and each number had a point amount which ended up giving us the top 10...yes, there was math, and yes, we did use a calculator because we are all business here

It is time for another throwdown showdown (requested by the EPOP community) and we are combining it with the holiday season to decide which is better a cold location Christmas or a warm location Christmas. Do you want to get away from the cold and sometimes dreary weather or celebrate all that the holidays are in a traditional snowy weather place?Who was the winner? Which team did you agree with the most? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.Today's episode has been sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks!In This Episode06:15 Rules Of The Debate09:15 Cold Weather Opening Arguments12:00 Warm Weather Opening Arguments15:40 Peaceful Cold Weather18:00 Simplified Warm Weather19:35 Traditional Cozy Holiday22:40 Does The Food Matter?25:10 Breaking With Traditions26:10 Magic Of Christmas29:05 Acai Bowls & Margarita's vs Hot Chocolate & Mulled WIne Important LinksLocation IndieWant to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMylesTortuga Backpacks Want More?Top 10 Winter Road TripsTop 10 Places To Spend ChristmasTop 10 Favorite StatesTop 6 Places To Get Quarantined Leave a Review!Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts!Click this link: Leave a review on Apple PodcastsHit “View in iTunes” on the left-hand side under the picture.Leave an honest review.You’re awesome!

How important has "play" been in your daily life? Today's guest is the king of play (& shimmies), Jeff Harry, and as a coach & international speaker, he travels the world talking to major companies like Google, Amazon, and Southwest Airlines about how to tap into their true selves while embracing their happiness and fulfilling lives. We as adults spend a lot of time pretending to be important, serious grownups, but it's when we let that facade down and just play, that the real magic in our lives begins to happen.Jeff & I, get into how play and travel mix,  the importance of unleashing our inner child on both our physical and mental health and how play can help you find your purpose in life. I hope you walk away from this episode with permission to play more and enjoy a little more "you" time. What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Will you be allowing yourself more play in your day to day life? Let me know by sending me an audio message (please) or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com. Today's episode is being sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks which, you know, are my favorite backpacks in the world. Tune In To Learn:13:20 What Is Play & Is Travel Play?18:50 Setting Yourself Up For Success Using Play25:35 How To Battle Against Toxic Positivity30:35 Does Technology Hamper Play34:25 Managing Business & Play41:50 How Did Jeff Get Into This53:10 Being "Cool" Is The Archnemesis Of Play58:00 Enjoying The Ride & Learning From The Failures01:01:00 The Journey Before The Journey01:05:15 Let The Moment Just Be The Moment01:08:30 Weirdest Thing About You That People Don't Know01:12:35 The State Of Culture In America01:18:55 Book Recommendations01:23:10 Challenge For The Zero To Travel Podcast CommunityAnd so much moreResources:Check out Jeff on his websiteFollow Jeff on Instagram | Youtube | Tiktok | TwitterTortuga BackpacksLocation IndieCamp IndieWant More?5 Cures For The Travel Pandemic BluesExploring Your Limiting Beliefs & Finding Your Purpose w/ Kathleen SinclairHow A Pilgrimage Can Transform Your Life w/ Paul Barach

Do you have the urge to start changing the path that you are currently on? Can you find purpose while on a pilgrimage, even if religion doesn't play a role in your everyday life?The definition of a pilgrimage is a journey, especially a long one, made to some sacred place as an act of religious devotion but do you really have to be religious in the traditional sense to take on and gain from a pilgrimage.I am talking to my buddy, Paul Barach, about the journey he took on Japan's Shikoku pilgrimage, the power of movement, the importance of having a purpose, and why setting goals is not just an arbitrary exercise but can actually get you to those places you want to go in the world. Plus, we get deep into why society may be built to make us miserable and what you can do about it. This and so much more is going down on today's episode thank you for joining us and I hope you not only enjoy but get something meaningful out of this episode.Which pilgrimage has been on your bucket list and why? If you have ever been on a pilgrimage, which one and how much did religion play a part in your journey? Let me know by sending me an audio message (please) or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com.Today's episode is being sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks which, you know, are my favorite backpacks in the world.Tune In To Learn:08:55 Movement Plays A Big Role In Your Life & Travels15:30 Do You Know What Is Driving You Forward?16:30 Choose What You Want To Become & The 7 Goals22:00 The Shikoku Pilgrimage & Its History27:05 Travels Prior To The Pilgrimage & The Last Hurrah29:40 The Travel Mind Can Begin In College Classes30:40 What Was The Draw To Shikoku vs Other Pilgrimages?32:30 The Expectations Of A Pilgrimage43:00 Learning To Let Go & Accepting The Experience Wholly47:50 The Length Of The Shikoku Trail & The Logistics50:30 What Did The Last Day Feel Like?54:20 Returning Back To Life & Work 55:35 Goals vs Just Being59:20 Being Present In The Struggle Is To Be On Your Journey01:02:40 Gratitude In The Storm & The Small Celebrations01:06:35 Fighting Monks & Burning Mountains: Misadventures On A Buddhist PilgrimageAnd so much moreResources:Check out Paul's book "Fighting Monks & Burning Mountains"Follow Paul on InstagramTortuga BackpacksLocation IndieWant More?The Ultimate Guide To Budget Travel In Japan: Destination Discovery SeriesA Journey To The Wild Ends Of The Earth w/ Dan RichardsHiking Spain, Pack Hacks, & How To Meet Other TravelersPlease head over to the archives for more Zero To Travel podcasts!

It is time to hit the road but we are putting a winter spin on it. We have listed our top 5 (each) winter road trips and are sharing them with you and with each other. Some of these we have taken but not necessarily in the wintertime which puts a whole new lens on the experience. Grab your favorite warm beverage, get snuggly in your softest blanket, and sit back and enjoy this episode!What road trips would make your list? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.Today's episode has been sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks! In This Episode07:25 Honorable Mentions12:10 Number 518:35 Number 426:10 Number 335:30 Number 246:10 Number 1 Important LinksLocation IndieFollow Mack on InstagramHalcyon Hot SpringsElote Cafe In SedonaWant to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles Want More?Top 10 Places To Spend ChristmasTop 10 Favorite StatesTop 6 Places To Get QuarantinedTop 16 Places Where We'd Live For 3 Months Leave a Review!Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts!Click this link: Leave a review on Apple PodcastsHit “View in iTunes” on the left-hand side under the picture.Leave an honest review.You’re awesome!

Today I am bringing you my updated list of the best gifts for travelers (under $100) that I own and use regularly. Whether you are looking for yourself or someone else, these will be a great fit for your travel gift needs. Check out my Amazon list where you can grab these gifts in one spot and help out the podcast because I will receive a small affiliate commission without adding any additional cost to your purchase.What are your favorite Christmas gifts to give or receive for the holidays? Let me know by sending me an audio message (please) or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com.Today's episode is being sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks which, you know, are my favorite backpacks in the world.Tune In To Learn About:10:00 Can You See In The Dark?11:00 Oh So Handy11:45 How Much Fits In It?13:00 Writing Masterpieces14:15 Armchair Travel15:55 Jamming To Your Favorite Tunes19:00 Keeping It Dry20:35 Man, I Am Thirsty23:05 Loving The Warmth25:20 Don't Forget Your Pants27:15 Best Part Of Waking Up32:15 Safety First32:25 This Little Piggy Was Comfy34:20 Testing 1, 2, TestingPlus travel tipsAnd so much more!Resources:Tortuga BackpacksJason's Amazon ListMiracle Feet CharityPencils Of PromiseLocation IndieWant More?20 Travel Gift Ideas: Part One20 Travel Gift Ideas: Part Two6th Annual Norwegian Christmas Spectacular: Celebrating Christmas In Norway5th Annual Norwegian Christmas Spectacular4th Annual Norwegian Christmas SpectacularPlease head over to the archives for more Zero To Travel podcasts! 

First, we want to give a huge thanks to our amazing listeners who gave us some fantastic holiday-themed ideas for podcasts for the entire month of December which spurred on today's episode. Heather and I are talking about our top 5 places (each) that we would like to spend the Christmas season. Of course, they are ranked but do you think any place made both lists?What places would make your list? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.Today's episode has been sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks!In This Episode08:20 Honorable Mentions11:00 Number 516:35 Number 419:35 Number 326:55 Number 232:30 Number 1 Important LinksLocation IndieIceHotelWant to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles Want More?Top 10 Favorite StatesTop 6 Places To Get QuarantinedTop 16 Places Where We'd Live For 3 MonthsThe 10 Best Winter Destinations of 2019 Leave a Review!Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts!Click this link: Leave a review on Apple PodcastsHit “View in iTunes” on the left-hand side under the picture.Leave an honest review.You’re awesome!

Do you yearn to live abroad? Have you put on your rose-colored glasses when you daydream about it or are you living more in the realities of life in another country?We are hanging out once again with my fellow ex-pat, podcaster, and good friend, BoTik Quest, and while last time we talked about the reasons to love living abroad, today we are getting into the not so "mac & cheese" parts of it. We are definitely getting super honest about the downsides, the struggles, and the realities of it but we are so happy to have made the leap years ago and encourage you to look into it if you are interested.While we make these lists independently, you will have to listen to see how many things made it to both lists...any guesses?What would you guess as being the biggest challenge of living abroad? If you are an ex-pat already, did any of yours match up to ours? Let me know by sending me an audio message (please) or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com.Today's episode is being sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks which, you know, are my favorite backpacks in the world.Tune In To Learn:04:40 Bike Touring Adventure in Norway During COVID18:20 Number 5: Embracing & Missing29:30 Number 4: Say What?36:25 Number 3: Integration & Connections45:55 Number 2: Jumping Hoops & Tasty Time53:30 Number 1: Perspectives & The Most Important ThingAnd so much moreResources:Check out BoTik's podcast the Transnatural PerspectivesFollow BoTik on YouTube| TwitterListen to BoTik's MusicTortuga BackpacksLocation IndieWant More?Top 10 Reasons To Love Living Abroad w/ Botik QuestEverything You Need To Know About Living Abroad w/ Tim LeffelResettling Abroad & Overseas EducationPlease head over to the archives for more Zero To Travel podcasts!

It’s great to practice thankfulness all year long but it’s definitely in overdrive during this season and we couldn’t be happier. So to continue in the celebrations, Heather and I look back at the past year (as difficult as it was) and reveal the people & things we are most thankful for in 2020. We want to know what are the unexpected things you are thankful for this year? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.Today's episode has been sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks!In This Episode06:15 Number 709:55 Number 614:45 Number 520:55 Number 429:00 Number 340:15 Number 253:30 Number 1 Important LinksLocation IndieWant to follow our lives & adventures? Check out our Instagram's @ExtraPackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, and @TravelingWhitMyles Want More?20 Questions About Our New Beach House - Answered!Thanksgiving Thanks 2019Thanksgiving Thanks 2018Thanksgiving Thanks 2017 Leave a Review!Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts!Click this link: Leave a review on Apple PodcastsHit “View in iTunes” on the left-hand side under the picture.Leave an honest review.You’re awesome!

How do you speak to yourself? Is it encouraging or damaging? What action can you take to make it positive? I am beyond blessed to have spoken word poet Stephanie James from Just A Vessell Poetry joining me today. We are getting into why words matter, how your internal dialogue affects your entire wellbeing, how to make a living through your art, and settles life vs nomad life. All of this plus a friendly reminder for all my fellow travelers out there that you may need to hear right now so stay tuned until the very end. Thank you so much for taking the time to hang with me, so buckle up and enjoy my chat with Stephanie James.How do your words influence your life? Does what you say need to change? Let me know by sending me an audio message (please) or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com.Today's episode is being sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks which, you know, are my favorite backpacks in the world.Tune In To Learn:07:20 What Is The Draw Of Poetry11:10 The Beauty of Bored12:45 Traveling Brings You Into The Now17:00 Using Language To Reframe The Narrative19:10 Sharing Your Art With The World25:15 Where Passion Meets Purpose29:25 Take Joy In The Process & Where You Are Right Now34:15 Adopting A Label & Owning It36:45 Becoming A Traveler & Taking Risks41:30 Staying For Security VS Flexibility Freedom48:20 Creating A Life That You Love, Unapologetically 51:50 Places You Love & Will Go Back To55:45 Tips On Connecting With Locals59:20 Balancing Digital Nomad Life With Creating Community01:00:20 The Perks & Struggles Of Nomad Life01:03:40 Making A Living Through Your Art01:07:00 T-Shirt Project01:08:30 The Inspiration Behind Just A VesselAnd so much moreResources:Find Stephanie at Just A Vessell Poetry Follow Stephanie on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube| TwitterSame Shirt Different Country StoreLocation IndieWant More?How To Start A Travel Vlog Worth WatchingGetting Free Through Travel w/ Mike ClarityFrom $70k In Debt To World Travel w/ Annette & Daniel FortnerPlease head over to the archives for more Zero To Travel podcasts!

Is your debt holding you back from the life you want to live? Is it better to save or just "wing-it" when embarking on a trip?Today I am chatting with Annette and Daniel Fortner who sold everything, paid off $70k in debt, and are now traveling the world (yes even in COVID times). We hit on how to make travel work financially, what it is really like traveling and working together as a couple full time, and what rules you can set up to make managing travel with a partner much easier on both of you. All of this plus you will get insight into their advice on whether you should embark on full-time travel during COVID so get comfy and enjoy this episode.What would be the first thing you would do after paying off all your debt? Let me know by sending me an audio message (please) or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com.Today's episode is being sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks which, you know, are my favorite backpacks in the world.Tune In To Learn:09:20 Saving Dogs In Thailand13:40 Depression & Soulless Jobs19:25 The Expectations of Society & Family22:00 Helping Your Partner & Figuring Out The Next Steps26:20 The Mental Side Of Traveling & The Power Of Choices35:45 Settling Into The Pace Of Long Term Travel38:15 Working & Traveling: Difficulties & Wins40:20 Working & Traveling With Your Partner45:35 How To Make Thing Work Financially While Traveling53:20 Favorite Surprise & Delight Locations58:45 Planning Future Travels With The Pandemic Restrictions01:04:20 Preparing For Digital Nomad Travel During & Post COVIDAnd so much moreResources:Find Annette & Daniel at ChaseForAdventure.comFollow Annette & Daniel on Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeActionForDogs.comSuicide Prevention Lifeline - or Call 1-800-273-8255BookShop.orgZero To Travel Location IndieWant More?World Towning: 5 Years Of Full-Time TravelThe Reality Of Full-Time Travel Blogging With Tommo & MegsyLessons From Traveling To 193 Countries While Working Full-Time w/ Brian AsherPlease head over to the archives for more Zero To Travel podcasts!

Do you have a passion for film and a love for travel? Why not combine them with today's guest, Rebecca Sharp from AlmostGinger.com, as we countdown her top 5 hidden gem film locations for travelers. We are getting into cinematic tourism, more reasons to spark that travel wanderlust, and why combining two passions together (passion mashin) can be amazingly fulfilling.What are your favorite film locations & excuses for travel? If so, let me know by sending me an audio message (please) or shoot me an email over at Jason@ZeroToTravel.com.Today's episode is being sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks which, you know, are my favorite backpacks in the world.Tune In To Learn:06:50 The American Summer Camp Counselor Experience08:20 UK vs US Cultural Differences via TV & Film14:00 Passion Mashin + An Excuse To Travel17:30 Why A Passion For Film?21:50 Building A Business Based On Cinematic Tourism28:00 Overtourism Due To Film & TV Lovers34:00 Number 5: Obscure In England36:25 Number 4: Well Known In France40:35 Number 3: The Island Life43:30 Number 2: Bond, James Bond47:20 Number 1: The Home Of Fantasy & Magic51:40 Honorable Mentions52:50 Jason's Honorable Mentions55:05 Working At A Hostel58:00 For The Love Of Film Festivals01:00:45 What Fictional Character Would You Spend The Day With?And so much moreResources:Find Rebecca at AlmostGinger.comFollow Rebecca on Instagram | Twitter | PinterestWorkaway.infoLocation IndieWant More?How To Find Seasonal Jobs In Great Places w/ Coolworks.comHow To Have Fun, Make Money, & Travel The World w/ Seasonal JobsHow To Find Life-Changing Seasonal JobsPlease head over to the archives for more Zero To Travel podcasts!

As a brand that sells a long-lasting product, retention might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Tortuga Backpacks. Thing is, they're working hard to find innovative ways to build customer loyalty- especially when it comes to content. They’re a fascinating example of a business that’s taken a slow and steady approach to bootstrapped growth. Fred and Kristen dig into the ways that Tortuga is increasing AOV and creating meaningful customer relationships, plus their unique method of sequentially bundling products.

When Fred Perrotta first started playing around with content for his brand, Tortuga Backpacks, he had no idea what would resonate. Eventually, something stuck. But it was a topic he never would have expected. Here's how content helped Tortuga break their first million in sales. And what you can learn from their experience over the last decade.

What can you radically change in your life to help make travel happen for you?Tune in today to learn about one couple's transition to travel story.  Jordan & Tyler give you a "before and after" of their extended trip.  You'll hear all about what life was like leading up to their travels and then hear what it was like when they got back.  See how Tyler was able to radically change his life and learn how he and Jordan were able to set themselves up for travel.  This will truly show you the impact that travel can have on your life.Today's episode is being sponsored by the amazing folks over at Travel South Dakota and Tortuga Backpacks.  Get the best free guide all about the beautiful state of South Dakota and find some of the best travel gear out there.You can grab the full show notes with all links discussed here!  Tune In To Learn:13:58 Building Up To The Drastic Transition To Travel18:09 Daily Routine To Make Sacrifices For Travel20:53 The Snowball Effect To Make Travel A Reality24:18 How To Decide On Where To Travel26:25 How Much To Budget For A Three Month Trip32:12 Time Traveling To Life After The Trip38:14 Did The Budget Hold Up?39:38 Highlights Of The Trip41:11 South American Destinations That Stood Out45:05 How Has This Experience Has Changed You?47:35 Challenges Transitioning Back To Reality56:35 Traveling As A Couple For Three MonthsAnd so much more

Joining me today is someone who moved to Italy on the advice of a stranger on the internet, who can see France from her bedroom window (even though she lives in England), and who got Italian citizenship in 2 months, Sarah Mikutel from PostcardAcademy.co and the Postcard Academy Podcast.Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Chase. Check out one of our favorite travel credit cards, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, by going to CreditCards.com/EPOP We are also being sponsored by the amazing guys over at Tortuga Backpacks!. Have you ever researched your ancestry citizenship possibilities? What country would you love to be an ex-pat in? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.Grab the full show notes with all the links discusses here!In This Episode05:00 How An American Got Italian Citizenship11:15 Researching Your Italian Citizenship Options & Steps To Take18:05 Costs & Challenges27:20 Ways To Travel Long Term Overseas & 31:40 Freelance Visa's & E-Residency in Estonia37:20 What Are The Benefits & Cons Of Living In Europe42:30 Working For Companies Overseas45:00 What Is Her Travel Style & Places She Loves48:00 How To Save Money While Living Abroad & Traveling53:25 Travel Mishap Stories

With the current shift happening in the world today I decided to switch up a few of my interviews so that I could help address the idea of working remotely and homeschooling since so many of us have been put into these new roles. I am very lucky to be able to call on my friend, Jenn Miller, who is an expert on all things remote work & homeschooling to help us navigate these new seas.Jenn has spent 10 years traveling full time with her hubby and their 4 kids all while working remotely and homeschooling and they started this adventure before being a digital nomad was a thing people sought after. We dive into all those details plus productivity, balance, travel, and how to make it all work together as seamlessly as possible so this is a show that has something for everyone.Today's episode is being sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks which, you know, are my favorite backpacks in the world & the people over at Travel South Dakota which have the best free guide all about the beautiful state of South Dakota. Check out the full show notes with all the links discusses here!Tune In To Learn:11:00 How is COVID-19 Affecting You13:20 Lessons From The Economic Recession19:10 Earning Money Along The Way22:00 Reinventing & Rebuilding Your Life 29:50 Those Remote Work Challenges & Positives33:20 Productivity Tips To Make Remote Work & Homeschooling Easier38:30 The Self-Care Side Of Remote Working + Knowing Your Needs46:20 What Is Going To Happen To Work Culture Post Coronavirus47:20 Keeping The Kids Learning, Entertained, & Happy While Home54:30 It Isn't All Academics All The Time With Homeschooling59:15 The Benefits Of Alternative Educations On The Children's Lives01:03:45 Resources For Remote Work & HomeschoolingAnd so much more

Today's Throwdown Showdown we are focusing on two places that we both truly adore, Croatia &. Slovenia.  Which do you want to visit more the pearl of the Adriatic or the nation of caves? Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Chase. Check out one of our favorite travel credit cards, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, by going to CreditCards.com/EPOP We are also being sponsored by the amazing guys over at Tortuga Backpacks!. Who is the winner in your opinion, Croatia or Slovenia? What Showdown Throwdown do you want to hear next? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.Get the full show notes here!In This Episode07:35 Heather's Love Of Croatia08:45 Trav's Love of Slovenia10:55 The Island & Nature Debate12:20 Too Touristy15:40 The Cities20:55 Location, Location, Location23:35 Battle Of The Foods27:35 It's All About The $$$29:06 Coastal Heaven

Do you believe travel makes you more creative? Has it brought you closer to your family and friends?Today I will be talking with Palle Bo from The Radio Vagabond and we will be talking about becoming a nomad organically, working while traveling, and how being an empty nester became the catalyst to his vagabond lifestyle. We also discuss why Palle feels like a life completely on the road has actually brought him closer to his family and friends which is not something I had really thought about but I find to be true as well.Today's episode is being sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks which, you know, are my favorite backpacks in the world & the people over at Travel South Dakota which have the best free guide all about the beautiful state of South Dakota. Check out the full show notes here!Tune In To Learn:10:15 Being Home 13:25 The Tale of Palle17:10 Bringing You Closer20:55 Long Term Travel & Getting Ready24:40 The Love Of Radio, Audio, & Cows29:05 How Has Podcasting On The Road Changed Things32:25 Stand Out Podcast Guests35:00 Tips & Challenges For Working On The Road40:35 Adventures On The Road45:40 The Most Memorable Moments & Countries48:20 Stretching The Budget & Why Hostels Are For Everyone53:25 Loneliness On The Road57:00 Advice On TravelAnd so much more! 

Today's Throwdown Showdown we are focusing on two of the greenest landscaped countries with views to die for, Ireland vs. Scotland.  Does your heart lie with the Emerald Isle or the land of whiskey and bagpipes?Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Chase. Check out one of our favorite travel credit cards, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, by going to CreditCards.com/EPOP We are also being sponsored by the amazing guys over at Tortuga Backpacks!. Who is the winner in your opinion, Ireland or Scotland? Who did a better job convincing you, Heather or Trav? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.Check out the full show notes here!In This Episode06:30 Choosing Your Side08:25 Transportation12:15 So Green & Tourism14:30 It's All About The Pub Life19:15 The Major Cities23:15 Roadtrips & Nature26:12 Isle of Skye vs. Dingle Pennisula31:50 The Accent Debate

You asked we listened and we will have a lot more 'Throwdown Showdown' shows coming to you! Today the great debate is Austin vs. Nashville. Which location is your favorite?Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Chase. Check out one of our favorite travel credit cards, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, by going to CreditCards.com/EPOP We are also being sponsored by the amazing guys over at Tortuga Backpacks!. Who is the winner in your opinion, Austin or Nashville? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @ExtraPackofPeanuts.Check out the full show notes here! In This Episode07:50 Going Big To Start: Food13:15 Time For The Tunes16:35 What's The Temp?19:20 Mobility & The Epicenter20:20 Catch That Ball24:30 Entrepreneurial Spirit27:20 Coffee vs Ice Cream29:10 Closing Arguments

Joining me today is someone who met her husband at a music festival (although the bag of wine means she doesn’t remember it that well), who has lived in China, Indonesia, and Mexico, and who is always one of my favorite people to talk to, Rachel Story from GratefulGypsies.com.Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Chase. Check out one of our favorite travel credit cards, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, by going to CreditCards.com/EPOP We are also being sponsored by the amazing guys over at Tortuga Backpacks!.In This Episode05:08 Love Of The World10:50 Music Festivals & Finding Love19:10 Starting To Travel & Hitting Rock Bottom28:50 Teaching English In China37:30 Online English Teaching For Location Independence46:25 Pro's & Con's Of Online English Teaching53:25 Best Resources To Learn More55:25 Tips For Teaching English59:00 The 3 Prong's Of Digital Nomad Life01:03:00 Biggest Travel Mishap01:05:40 Next Travel Stops & Teaching For Freedom Course 

Welcome back my friend, Rachel Story from Grateful Gypsies, who is an expert on teaching English online, who knows cheap nomad hotspots around the world, and has first-hand experience of why teaching English online is a fast track option to the location independent lifestyle.Today we will be talking about how teaching English gives you the ability to slow travel, the exact steps you need to get started, the best resources for companies to work for, how much you can get paid, how to handle the timezone challenges of online teaching and how you can schedule your teaching around you travel schedule. Plus so much more!   Today's episode is being sponsored by the amazing folks over at Tortuga Backpacks which, you know, are my favorite backpacks in the world & the people over at Travel South Dakota which have the best free guide all about the beautiful state of South Dakota. Tune In To Learn:12:25 For The Love Of Music16:00 Origin Story & Freedom22:50 How To Get Started Teaching English Online27:30 Let's Talk Money & Timezones31:20 Defining Freedom & Schedules33:55 The 3 F's Of Teaching English Online38:30 Getting Hired & Tips40:45 Competition & Must-Have's45:40 Wander Planning Technique51:00 What's Next & Teaching Freedom Course DiscountAnd so much more!

Today we have Fred Perrotta, Co-founder and CEO of Tortuga Backpacks! In this episode, we talked about the challenges of developing a physical product when you’re a 100% distributed team, building an epic place to work, and applying the principle of “players and coaches” in your company. We also talked about Fred’s million-dollar mistake, how to figure out if someone can be a good remote worker, and why you should always do project post-mortems. If you’re enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a review on iTunes!

Fred Perrotta of Tortuga Backpacks takes a contrarian view when it comes to scaling a successful brand. But his approach has allowed him and his team scale Tortuga Backpacks into a multiple-seven-figure business through bootstrapping alone. They haven't raised any outside venture capital, and they've managed to build a fully remote team from day one.  Designing and manufacturing products require capital. This is the biggest constraint for bootstrapped businesses. You have to figure out how you can afford to scale as the demand for your products increase.  We talk to Fred about how he co-founded the business, how they've scaled it, and how they've overcome capital constraints resulting from not raising any outside funding. We also explore the tactics Tortuga Backpacks has used for managing inventory issues, covering employee salaries, and marketing their brand.  If you're looking to take a bootstrapping approach to growing your business, you'll learn how Fred and his team have been able to scale Tortuga Backpacks into a multimillion-dollar brand.  “You have to focus on what's actually working for you, what's possible, and what you can afford. That's a muscle you have to develop.” - Fred Perrotta, Tortuga Backpacks (15:06-15:15) Some topics that were discussed include: The “levers” that Tortuga Backpacks used to hit their first seven figures in revenue How to learn from the feedback you get from customers so you know what will work How profitable (and for how long) you have to be to get conventional funding  Accidental scarcity can create a bigger demand for your products.  Getting your audience to buy up your inventory can be as easy as just sending out an email.  How much revenue does it take to fund your inventory and production runs while keeping your products in stock at all times? Where you need to allocate your profits when growing a bootstrapped business What percentage of your marketing needs to go to performance marketing  Magazines have become online publishers that rely heavily on affiliate revenue. Tortuga Backpacks' philosophy on remove versus non-remote teams Navigating the drawbacks and limitations of remote teams Contact Fred Perrotta: Fred Perrotta on Twitter Fred Perrotta's Website References & links mentioned: Tortuga Backpacks Website Subscribe & Review The Commerce Lab Podcast: Thanks for tuning in to this week's episode of The Commerce Lab Podcast! If the information shared in these weekly conversations and interviews have helped you in your business journey, please head over to iTunes, subscribe to the show, and leave us an honest review. Your reviews and feedback will not only help us continue to deliver great, helpful content, but it will also help us reach even more amazing entrepreneurs just like you! How to get involved Join the community of brand owners and industry influencers in the Facebook group The Commerce Lab or visit thecommercelab.com. Visit www.bluestout.com for more info If you liked this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a quick review on iTunes. It would mean the world to hear your feedback and we'd love for you to help us spread the word!

According to Wirecutter, Tortuga produce “The Best Carry On Travel Bag.” Now, as Tortuga don’t ship to the UK, I became aware of them through Klaviyo which is a tool I’ve used on client sites to setup and run email marketing automations. In this episode of the podcast I interview Tortuga’s Director of Marketing, Taylor… Read more about Episode 2: Interview with Taylor Coil of Tortuga Backpacks

It’s great to practice thankfulness all year long but it’s definitely in overdrive during this season and we couldn’t be happier.So to continue in the celebrations, Heather and I look back at the past year and reveal the 8 people & things we are most thankful for in 2019. Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Suavs & the amazing guys over at Tortuga Backpacks! Important LinksCamp IndieSuavsTortuga BackpacksBluffworksJetto App - Referral Code: EPOPWant to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at  @PackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @Let'sJetto

How do you manage a physical product while remote? That's what we get into here on this week’s episode of More Beach Meetings. Our guest this week is Fred Perrotta, co-founder and CEO of Tortuga, a remote company specializing in travel products like their award-winning Setout Backpack.

Do you love Philadelphia or has it been on your to-go list for way too long? In this series, we will be breaking down everything that is Philly from neighborhoods to eating & drinking to things to do in 5 mini-episodes. You can binge them all in one sitting or listen to the first three today and the last 2 next Tuesday but either way you will be getting some serious jonesing for a trip to Philadephia (cue the Fresh Prince theme song). Yep, now you have that in your head!Bonus points if you say the word "water" the Philly way! Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Sauv's & Tortuga Backpacks!In This Episode09:45 Getting To Philadelphia14:35 Fishtown / Northern Liberties20:15 Passyunk Square22:45 Old City24:50 Center City/Washington Square WestImportant LinksPhilly PhlashVisitPhilly.comVisitPhilly.com FishtownAirbnb #1 in Fishtown/Northern LibertiesAirbnb #2 in Fishtown/Northern LibertiesVisitPhilly.com Passyunk SquareAirbnb #3 in Passyunk SquareVisitPhilly.com Old CityAirbnb #4 in Old CityVisitPhilly.com Center City/Washington Square WestJetto App - Referral Code: EPOPWant to follow our adventures? Check out our Instagram's at  @PackOfPeanuts, @HeatherSherry, @TravelingWhitMyles, and @Let'sJetto

Equal pay is a hot topic right now, especially after the USWNT won the World Cup of Soccer and with democratic presidential candidates joining the conversation. Luckily, remote companies like Tortuga Backpacks are leading the way with innovative policies to help close the gender pay gap. A recent survey of 2,520 self declared digital nomads revealed a troubling reality: In spite of the other progressive aspects of the digital nomad movement, there were significant and obvious pay gap amongst nomads despite isolating the variables of age, hours worked, education, and job roles between men and women. In this episode, Kristin talks with Tortuga's Jennifer Sutherland Miller about: - How she has sustained the digital nomad lifestyle for over 11 years in 50 countries - How she travels as a digital nomad family with 4 kids - What it's like to work for a fully remote company - How pay inequality affects men, women, minorities, and people of all nationalities - Why wage inequality is a global issue that affects everyone - How much should people make per hour in the US versus India or Guatemala? - How individuals and companies can take action now to make more money Behind the numbers: 52% of women digital nomads make less than $3000 a month, while 31% of male digital nomads fall into the same bracket. At the top of the scale, 23% of female digital nomads earn more than $5000 a month, while 43% of male digital nomads make more than $5000 a month. Nearly twice as many men are in the top earnings tier. And there are over 20% fewer men in the lower group. Kristin and Tortuga's Jenn have explored these findings in various blog articles: The Digital Nomad Wage Gap: It’s Not a Level Playing Field  How Digital Nomadism Can Solve the Global Gender Gap Time’s Up for the Gender Pay Gap Learn more about Tortuga Backpacks: https://www.tortugabackpacks.com/ Check out the Tortuga Setout for Women: https://www.tortugabackpacks.com/products/setout-womens-travel-backpack About Kristin:  Kristin Wilson is an online entrepreneur, writer, speaker, and content creator who has lived and worked in 60+ countries. She coaches people who want to work online and travel through her courses, workshops, and two YouTube channels. She also consults companies in adopting remote work policies. Kristin is a Top Writer on Quora and Medium who has been featured in Bloomberg Businessweek, ESPN, The New York Times, Huffpost, HGTV’s House Hunters International, and more. ........................................................................................................ Support the Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Today's guest is someone who has been to more than 50 countries, who took a year-long round the world adventure in 2009, and who, during that entire time, kept a detailed and meticulous spreadsheet that any number loving nerd like myself would geek out on, Bryan Tighe, founder of BudgetYourTrip.com. Today's episode has been sponsored by our friends at Tortuga Backpacks!   Check out the full show notes here

Have you heard of the Tiny House Movement? What do tiny houses have to do with travel? Tune in today to see how many tactics and tips from the tiny house movement can help you travel the world. You are going to get 7 powerful lessons in today’s show. Please welcome back Ethan Waldman for his third appearance on the show. He is the host of the Tinyhouse Lifestyle Podcast and founder of The Tiny House where you can learn about all things tiny house related. You'll Learn: How to keep yourself excited about a project. One of the biggest lessons from traveling. A life hack that forces you to make bigger decisions. How to free up your time to travel and do more. Why it's a good idea to DIY (do it yourself). How to know when your soul is speaking to you. One interesting thing that can lead to huge lifestyle changes. And so much more. Resources: AeroPress. Tortuga Backpacks. Tiny House Lifestyle Podcast. The Tiny House. How To Build A Tiny House. Adventure Cycle Touring Guide. YNAB. Location Indie. Heady Topper - Wikipedia. Please head over to the archives for more Zero To Travel podcasts.

In this episode, we interviewed Fred Perrotta. He is the Co-Founder & Remote CEO of Tortuga Backpacks. The company that creates amazing carry-on-size backpacks, specially designed for long-term urban trips. Tortuga Backpacks is a fully remote team, with nine employees working from home. Most of them are based in the US, one in Canada, and one in China. In this episode we talked to Fred about, their decision to go 100% remote, establishing trust, autonomy, the benefits of working remotely, challenges of an e-commerce remote business, communication, lack of standardization, Instilling culture, and their preferred tools. For Fred, trust plays a big part when hiring new people. He believes that trust is built by doing the actual work. Fred doesn’t see the employees sitting for 10 hours working on something, he only sees the results. There are three “remote” challenges that Fred is always working on: physical product development, flow of information, lack of standardization.

Have you ever had therapy in a campervan? How can you combine your passion with travel? Well a school teacher and psychotherapist from the UK, Joe Kingly, is doing just that. He is helping people who are maybe going through a hard time (from his campervan!). He has a profession and passion for helping others through Human givens. Stop by his campervan to connect. You'll hear an awesome new twist to van life as 4 wheel wandering month continues. And maybe it will spark an idea for you! Open Up To Learn: How to rethink the way you are going to live. Ways to be your own teacher. Benefits of offering therapy from your van. How to attract people to connect with. How to create deeper connections with travelers. Why time constraints can be used to your advantage. And so much more. Resources: AeroPress. Tortuga Backpacks. #vanlife. Human givens - Wikipedia. 12 Rules for Life. The Power of Now. Location Indie. Please head over to the archives for more Zero To Travel podcasts.

Jennifer Sutherland-Miller is a digital nomad, global educator, mother and adventurer who has spent the last seven years circumnavigating the globe with her husband and three children. Miller is currently the editor of Packsmith by Tortuga Backpacks, a blog that offers fellow travelers advice on packing, gear, and clothes.  In her personal work, Miller is deeply involved in grassroots efforts to alleviate malnutrition and combat the root of poverty but creating sustainable, dignified work for women and through expanding educational opportunity. 

Do you think you can travel for healing? Have you ever used travel as a healing tool? Today we are kicking off a new theme month as you'll hear all about wandering on wheels. The next 4 episodes coming up are dedicated to: 4 wheel wandering. Traveling in RV’s or Vans. The #Vanlife world and what it's like to live that lifestyle. Sleeping in your vehicle and traveling around on wheels. My guest today has been living the #vanlife for 8 months now....but is life on the road all it’s cracked up to be? Today you'll hear what the #vanlife is all about, learn what it's like to be a nomadic van dweller, and so much more! Please welcome Jeff Chow to the show. Tune In To Learn: How to live the vanlife (and heal). Why you need to realize challenging moments are temporary. How you can have a mini-rebirth every time you interact with a new person. The beauty of travel. Strategies to get rid of all your stuff. Advice around selecting your 4 wheel vehicle. The best part of the vanlife experience. Resources: #Vanlife. Tortuga Backpacks. Hike the Appalachian Trail With Zero Experience. @balanceandpeace. Location Indie. Looking for more Z2T Podcasts? Check out the archives now! *Featured image courtesy of @balanceandpeace

What is work culture like when you work remotely? What is the reality when dealing with distributed teams across the world? Tune in today as my good friend, Fred Perrotta from Tortuga Backpacks returns....you'll get all kinds of tips including: How to run a remote team (or distributed teams) How to manage the culture and people who are working with you from around the world How to put it all together to make it work! All while still enjoying the freedom to travel and explore. You'll Learn: When you realize how the traditional working environment is not for you General advice for building your own thing How to find the right people (to work with you and your distributed teams) Helpful exercise to create a kick ass company culture Mistakes to avoid when bringing on a new member And so much more Resources: Tortuga Backpacks Top 11 Digital Nomad Hotspots The Paradise Pack Slack Who Fivver Upwork HelpScout Asana Gusto Transfer Wise Buffer Fred Perrotta Fred Perrotta Blog On Your Terms @FredPerrotta Want more Zero To Travel Podcasts? Be sure to check out the archives now!

This week on the EasyPoint podcast, Zach sits down with the founder of the popular Tortuga backpacks, Fred Perrotta. They discuss how the company got started, what his travel hacking experience is like, and credit card strategies for businesses.

A Spotlight Interview with Taylor Coil, Director of Marketing at Tortuga Backpacks

A conversation with Fred Perrotta, co-founder and CEO of Tortuga Backpacks, about something he calls his "million dollar mistake."

In this series, we investigate the big why behind remote team retreats. There are countless teams across the globe that consider in-person retreats a vital tool in making the everyday work life harmony possible!In this episode Fred Perrotta, Co-Founder and CEO of Tortuga Backpacks shares with us why Tortuga values their bi-annual company retreats. Fred lives in Oakland, California and founded Tortuga in May of 2010. The Tortuga team is spread across the globe with most members in the United States.Every backpack that Tortuga makes solves a problem for the urban traveler. Tortuga uses software and systems to help their team focus on what matters: products and people; they are on a mission is to help us all live, work, and travel on our own terms!

Fred Perrotta is an entrepreneur and traveler, and the co-founder of Tortuga Backpacks, a travel luggage company that makes gear for the urban traveler, specializing in sleek carry-on-sized backpacks. Fred believes that people should travel and live life “On Your Terms” and sees a future where people have more control over where they live and work. In this episode, Fred discusses the history of Tortuga along side travel & remote work, before we break into a “Tipsy Talk” segment fueled by stories of Vietnamese craft beer, Thai whiskey, and bad Australian wine. Temescal Brewing in Oakland, CA is the setting for this episode, where we drink our way through a variety of West Coast pale ales and IPAs during the conversation.

"Yesterday’s the past, tomorrow’s the future, but today is a gift.  That is why it is called the present."  -Bil Keane  Looking for great travel gift ideas? Tune in today for Part Two of 20 Travel Gift Ideas! In this episode, I sit down my wife Anne Dorthe to share 3 cost saving tips around actual travel experience gifts (hear the most valuable gift you can give someone).   Plus, Fred from Tortuga Backpacks pays us another visit to share his top 5 travel gift ideas for long term travel. Want to give a special shout out to Tortuga Backpacks for sponsoring today's show! Check out the new Outbreaker Backpack and get a special offer just for listening. Travel Gift Ideas: Backpack - Tortuga OutBreaker Backpack($249) Shorts - Kuhl Renegade Shorts ($70) Pants - prAna Stretch Zion Pants ($85) Book- Vagabonding by Rolf Potts ($11.60)   Accessories- Kindle Paperwhite ($119.99) Book Recommendations:I Am Pilgrim ($10.11)Into Thin Air ($9.29)The Sex Lives of Cannibals ($11.66)River Town ($9.27)TED Talks: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking ($19.04)   Rock Star Status- How to Apply for Global Entry ($100) Pants- Outlier Slim Dungarees ($198) Gear- Parker Jotter Stainless Steel Ballpoint Pen ($8.49) Gear- Moleskine Classic Notebook ($17.96)   Travel Towel - Pack Towel ($10-$40) Leggings- Girlfriend Collective (First pair free) Water Bottle  - Platypus SoftBottle Water Bottle ($8.95) Resources: Tortuga Outbreaker Backpack The Suitcase Entrepreneur Extra Pack of Peanuts Want more Zero To Travel Podcasts? Head over to the archives now! Note: This article contains affiliate links. As an affiliate partner, if you chose to purchase any items through my links, I will get a small commission at ZERO extra cost to you and you’ll be supporting my work – thank you for that!

What was the best travel gift you have ever received? How do you come up with travel gift ideas? Well, be sure to tune into this two part series to get a list of 20 travel gift ideas! In this episode, my wife Anne Dorthe stops by to discuss actual travel experience gift ideas and 3 tips for knocking it out of the park if you want those gifts to mean something (think the spirit of travel). Plus, Fred from Tortuga Backpacks returns to share his top 5 travel gift ideas for the digital nomad. Want to give a special shout out to Tortuga Backpacks for sponsoring today's show! Check out the new Outbreaker Backpack and get a special offer just for listening.   Travel Gift Ideas: Backpack - Tortuga OutBreaker Backpack($249) Liner - Cocoon CoolMax Mummy ($45.95) Socks - REI Lightweight Merino Wool Hiking Socks ($10.79) Laptop - Apple MacBook Pro MF839LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop with Retina Display (2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 Processor, 8 GB RAM, 128 GB Hard Drive, OS X Yosemite) ($1,199.99) Smartphone - iPhone 6se ($549.95) Laptop Case - Thule Gauntlet 13 inch Macbook Sleeve ($49.95) Case for Phone - OtterBox DEFENDER iPhone 6/6s Case ($25.37) External Hard Drive - Seagate Expansion 1TB Portable External Hard Drive USB 3.0 ($54.99) Laptop Stand - Roost Laptop Stand - Portable & Adjustable (For Apple MacBook and PC) ($74.95) Adapter - Travel Smart by Conair All-In-One Adapter and Converter Combo ($21.80) Travel App- TripIt Pro Travel App ($49/year)   Music- Spotify Premium ($9.99/month)   Headphones - Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones ($349) Tripod - Gorilla Pod ($14.99) Lightning Connector cable - Segawoot Apple MFi Certified Lightning Connector and Micro USB Nylon Braided Charging/SYNC Cable($13.99)                                            Resources: Tortuga Outbreaker Backpack Zero To Travel Podcast : Travel Tactics Part 1 Want more Zero To Travel Podcasts? Head over to the archives now! Note: This article contains affiliate links. As an affiliate partner, if you chose to purchase any items through my links, I will get a small commission at ZERO extra cost to you and you’ll be supporting my work – thank you for that!

What is a Nomad Capitalist? Well, who better to learn from than “The Nomad Capitalist” himself, Andrew Henderson. Andrew has become an expert at operating businesses around the world, managing overseas bank accounts, real estate, and even securing 2nd passports and citizenship's for himself and his clients. He helps you keep more of your money by finding the best countries in the world to LEGALLY move your businesses for tax reductions, immigration, and investments. Special thanks to Tortuga Backpacks for sponsoring today's show! Want the perfect travel backpack or looking for a great gift for your travel friend?  Listeners of this show will get a special offer on the Tortuga Backpack! Listen Now To Learn: Why geography is no longer a limiting factor How you can exponentially improve your living situation Can you legally live, bank and work in countries around the world The best countries to go to if you’re considering escaping yours Ways to become a citizen of the world Four ways to get a passport How to avoid paying heavy taxes in a country you no longer live Is it possible to travel the world with bank accounts all in different countries (think Jason Bourne) The best advice for average digital nomad Legal ways to put money offshore and avoid taxes (in an ethical way) And much more! Resources: Trekking Nepal: Your Adventure Guide- A Zero To Travel Podcast Series Up and Coming Destinations: The Republic of Georgia Tortuga Outbreaker Backpack Nomadic Capitalist Be sure to head over to the archives to see all Zero To Travel Podcast Episodes!

What is the most unusual place you’ve slept while traveling? And what is one style of accommodations that you'll have to add to your bucket list? Tune in now to find out! Plus, you'll learn what it's like to transition to a life on the road. Zero To Travel community members Paula and Perry recently quit their successful corporate jobs for long term travel with a longer term goal of creating a new location independent lifestyle! You'll hear their journey before the journey, get valuable tips and advice, and maybe some of their stories will inspire you to make it happen for yourself. Many thanks to Fred at Tortuga Backpacks for supporting today's show. Need a great gift for yourself or another travel lover? Listeners of this show will get a special offer on the Tortuga Outbreaker backpack! Listen Now To Learn: How to create a "lifestyle overhaul" How learning to live with less can transform your life Why transitioning to long term travel can be a challenge What you have to sacrifice for long term travel How long you many need to learn how to live life on the road How to plan for long term travel What things can set you up for success on the road Practical ways to downsize (detachment is key) Why you may need less money than you first thought How to build your relationship (while preparing and traveling) What to pack for a long term trip And much more! Resources: Tortuga Outbreaker backpack Fire Lookout Station Rentals Forest Fire Lookout Association Paula Labine Extra Pack of Peanuts How to Travel the World on $50 a Day International House Sitting: How To Travel the World and Stay Anywhere, For Free Perry J Argiropoulos Be sure to head over to the archives for more Zero To Travel Podcasts!

Do you get confused by the ever-shifting carry on baggage rules? Do you love flying? Do you hate flying? You are going to have to do it when you travel, so it doesn’t really matter..... Do you know how to get the lowest airfare for your next trip? Tune in today to get the definitive guide to know exactly what you can carry on these days.  Plus, you'll get 5 tips to help you get the lowest airfare for your next trip. Carry on baggage rules can be very specific, so who better to learn from than the co-founder of Tortuga Backpacks Fred Perrotta. Welcome back to the show Fred! And as a special deal, Tortuga Backpacks is giving a 10% discount to all Zero To Travel listeners. Need an awesome new pack for your next trip, or thinking of a great gift for your travel friend?  Just enter the discount code 'travel' at check out. Listen Now To Learn: How to save money by not checking a bag How to increase your chances of finding the lowest fare The best ways to travel carry on only How to maximize the carry on option What exactly is the mysterious personal item A good rule of thumb for carry on baggage rules Which airlines are more strict when it comes to carry on What type of carry on offers more flexibility (and less chance of checking it!) How to follow the 3-1-1 rule How to use teamwork to distribute weight And much more! Resources: Tortuga Backpacks BootsnAll Consumer Reports- How To Get The Lowest Airfares Ryanair IATA Packsmith- Packing Tips from Tortuga Backpacks- Blog Don't forget to enter discount code 'travel' at Tortuga Backpacks for 10% off! Want more Zero To Travel Podcasts? Head over to the archives now! Photo courtesy of Tortuga Backpacks

Full Show Notes: www.travelfreedompodcast.com/064   Summary: Creating physical products can be a long process, but a very profitable one, if done right. Making mistakes early on can waste month and thousands of dollars. We chat with Jeremy from Tortuga Backpacks about avoiding the rookie mistakes and creating a profitable product business.  

What is the weirdest thing you've seen on a trip?In this episode of the Zero To Travel podcast, you'll hear all about travel weirdness, an interesting interpretation of hell, and different ways to get off the beaten path.I'm bringing you a special guest at the top of the show.And, you'll hear from Chris Backe: The nomad travel blogger bringing you One Weird Globe- helping you discover weird and offbeat places when you are traveling.Special thanks to Tortuga Backpacks. Use promo code 'travel' at checkout for 10% off and a chance to win a $50 holiday package.Listen in to Learn:Is food in a tube weird?Would Norway's Russ fly in the USA?How to save money living overseasHow to put more money into your awesome fundHow to define weird and offbeat (it's all relative....)Pro tips to find places and events on the weird sideWhy a Buddhist hell temple is kind of crazyActionable tips to go off the beaten path (not in any guide book)Why learning a bit of the local language can be helpfulHow some festival activities are NSFWRecommended destinations for some weirdness (you can find weird places anywhere you go)And Much more!Resources Mentioned:Brianna DawesTortuga BackpacksOne Weird GlobeFluent in 3 MonthsDuoLingoBoryeong Mud FestivalPhi Ta Khon FestivalWat Pa Lak RoyWat Chedi HoiChoose A WayUnbroken by Laura HillenbrandLooking for a specific Zero To Travel podcast? Head over to the archives!The post Travel Weirdness : Zero To Travel Podcast appeared first on Zero to Travel.

Do you find this time of year both strange and exciting?What is your biggest travel meltdown?In today's Zero To Travel podcast, we're bringing you a different kind of episode: Travel Meltdowns. Hear from people who have 'melted down' all over the world.Not only here, but we've got a sister episode over at Extra Pack of Peanuts. Tune in there to hear more travel meltdown tales.Maybe you'll get some ideas on how to avoid a travel meltdown!Thanks again to Tortuga Backpacks! Use promo code 'travel' for 10% off and a chance to win a special year end prize.Listen in to Learn:Ways to game-plan for next year's travel goalsHow biking around a city can bring new adventuresHow the Paris bike share program works (or doesn't work...)How to avoid going...zero to angryHow to manage travel and a relationshipHow to regroup and figure out a challenging situationWhy meltdowns are often over small things (and emergencies get handled)Ways to prepare for a trip to a new place (to avoid possible meltdown)Why mindset is so importantSome antidotes to meltdownsAnd much more!Resources:How to achieve your travel dreams in 2015: Zero to Travel podcastChris GuillebeauLocation IndieExtra Pack of PeanutsTortuga BackpacksHave a travel meltdown story? I challenge you to share via twitter or email. Or just check in and say hello!And I'd be grateful if you could leave me an honest review on iTunes.For more Zero To Travel podcasts, check out the archives now!The post Travel Meltdowns : Zero To Travel Podcast appeared first on Zero to Travel.

In today's Zero To Travel Podcast, I'm bringing you a new series: Inspiring Female Adventurers.In this series I give the ladies some props and share some amazing things they are doing out in the world.Whether it is adventure, exploring cultures, overcoming challenges, or just seeing the world, there is something to learn from these amazing female travelers.Today's guest walked for 5 years straight, through 4 continents, 22 countries, and over 14,000 miles. Her journey was a mission to bring global awareness to breast cancer.The first woman ever to walk around the world: Polly Letofsky. Read her book 3MPH: The Adventure of One Woman’s Walk Around the World, and learn all about Polly here.A special thank you to Tortuga Backpacks for helping make today's episode possible. One lucky Zero To Travel listener will win a bonus package for any purchase made through the end of the year. Be sure to use promo code 'travel' at check out (for 10% off) to qualify for the giveaway.Listen to Learn:How to deal with FOMO (can you guess what FOMO stands for?)How to create clarity, creativity, and connectivity through walkingHow many pairs of shoes you need to walk 14,000 milesHow to take the leap from an idea to actually start a journeyWhy faith and trust in the world makes all the differenceHow to handle Forrest Gump like statusThe best ways to 'train' for a 5 year walkTips to show up and persevere (advice to do something big)Ways to manage the ebb and flow of your emotionsWhy walking is a great mode of travelHow certain sacrifices can lead to future growthPractical tips on bringing big goals and dreams into realityAnd much more!Resources:Tortuga BackpacksPolly Letofsky3MPH: The Adventure of One Woman’s Walk Around the WorldNew BalanceBreast Cancer.orgLions Club InternationalRotary InternationalLooking for more Zero To Travel podcasts, go to the archives now!And lastly, I am grateful for you! Thank you for listening and being a part of this community. Do you have someone you want me to feature or a specific topic to cover? Reach out via email or send me a message on twitter.The post The Only Woman To Walk Around The World: Inspiring Female Adventurers Series with Polly Letofsky appeared first on Zero to Travel.

In today's Zero To Travel Podcast, I'm bringing you episode two of Travelosophy.In this series I share thoughtful questions around long-term travel and/or travel as a lifestyle choice for any period of time.These questions I pose in this series have no right or wrong answer and my thoughts are my travelosophy or travel philosophy.I'd love to hear what you think. Email me, send me a message on twitter, or leave a comment below if you want to add to this discussion.Special shout out to Tortuga Backpacks for sponsoring today's episode! Zero To Travel Podcast listeners get 10% off (use promo code 'travel' at check out). Make a purchase through the end of the year, and one lucky winner will score an awesome prize package ($50 gift card and some other goodies).Now, let’s dive into today's question...What is the most powerful emotional tool you have and how can that help you in travel.....and in life?You'll Learn:How to transition from working on the roadDifferent ways to land in one spot and have a 'normal' routineBenefits of being a band tour managerWhy exploring a new opportunity could be just what you needHow to know when to move on from a jobWhy being aware and making adjustments is key for growthHow to get out of a funkHow one positive event could change your lifeWays to overcome difficult journey's (to feel like yourself again)The magic pill for eliminating problemsAnd much more!Resources Mentioned:Tortuga BackpacksWorld Domination SummitThe Five Minute JournalPuttylikeEmilie Wapnick: Why some of us don't have one true callingThe Language of Letting Go- Melody BeattieThe Untethered Soul- Michael SingerBe sure to check out the archives for more Zero To Travel Podcasts!The post Travelosophy: Gratitude: Zero To Travel Podcast appeared first on Zero to Travel.

If you've ever been frustrated with the products in your life, and thought "there's gotta be a better way!," this conversation is sure to hit home. Jeremy Michael Cohen and Fred Perrotta created Tortuga Backpacks after an awesome trip to Europe -- and a less-than-awesome experience with their luggage. They resolved to create a better travel backpack, and did it, starting as a side hustle of course.

In this episode of the Zero To Travel Podcast, we're bringing you part 5 of Travel Tactics- welcome back! This is the second edition of how to travel indefinitely.This series gives you a three pronged attack to building a life around long term travel- free flights, inexpensive accommodations, and how to work from the road and earn an income on the road.Learn from those that have truly been there, done that- Travis Sherry from Extra Pack of Peanuts, Nora Dunn from The Professional Hobo, and Rob from Making It Anywhere.You will Learn:How to travel indefinitelyHow your state of mind determines your feelings about travelWhich credit cards maximize your ability to use miles (to travel anywhere!)Five things to look for when choosing a travel credit cardThe best cards to get when you are first starting outHow you can extend your travel (with one specific strategy)How to spend a small amount of money on accommodations (for long periods of time)The fist thing you need to do to find a 'house sit'Why you don't have to leave your family behind when you travelHow to decide where to travel when running a businessHow to separate tourism and building a businessTop hot spots around the world for digital nomadsWhat to expect your first year running a business from the roadHow to detach yourself from an outcome (to truly learn and grow)And much more!Resources:Einstein: His Life and UniverseTortuga BackpacksExtra Pack of PeanutsProfessional HoboWorking RoadHow to Get Free Accommodation Around the WorldTrusted House SittersHouse CarersMind My HouseMaking It AnywhereFind A NomadAirbnbGet access to exclusive community only content to help you travel the world in your style and your own way!  Join the  Zero To Travel community newsletter online or text 'zerototravel' to 33444.And you can always get more Zero To Travel podcasts by checking out the archives.Thanks again to Tortuga Backpacks!  See how easy it is to never check a bag again.  Special 10% off for Zero To Travel listeners (enter promo code 'travel' at check out).The post Travel Tactics Part 5: How to Travel Indefinitely: Zero To Travel Podcast appeared first on Zero to Travel.

What is the number one thing you can do to create a lifestyle around something you love...including travel?In this episode of the Zero To Travel Podcast, you'll hear from Marc Freccero: DJ, music producer, and entrepreneur. He quit his corporate job at an accounting firm to live out of a van to create music.Marc shares his lifestyle design story when he took off on a 10 month tour of 10 USA cities to produce a song for each city. Check out his tracks on The Light Nearby, as Marc captures the culture, vibe, and ambiance of each city.Tune In To Learn:Why you don't need anyone's permission to design your lifeThe first step to make your idea a realityHow to make the transition out of a Corporate jobHow to budget for a 10 month tourHow to structure a tour of 10 cities over 10 monthsThe most common objections when trying to get a gig (and how to handle them!)How to soak in the ambiance, energy, and vibe of any cityHow to make music the soundtrack of your lifeTop tips for living in a van around the countryAnd much more!Scroll down to see Marc combining Parkour and Pizza!Resources:Tortuga BackpacksExtra Pack of PeanutsLocation IndieJames AltucherSeth GodinMarc FrecceroApex MovementSkrillexPretty LightsThe Light Nearby ProjectSoylentBreaking Into Event MarketingBe sure to enter promo code 'travel' at Tortuga Backpacks for 10% off.And for more Zero To Travel Podcasts, head over to the archives!The post Lifestyle Design and Beating Your Own Path with Marc Freccero : Zero To Travel Podcast appeared first on Zero to Travel.

What is your biggest takeaway from your last trip?'Theme' week continues on the Zero to Travel Podcast as you'll hear another story of travel with a four legged friend.Meet Jesse (aka Alex) and his horse Pepper. They took off on an amazing 8 month journey across the USA from the Pacific to the Atlantic. Check out Jesse's story on his facebook page, On the Hoof, Sea to Sea.Jesse took a few similar trips on a moped and flying a small plane. He also rode a motorcycle across the country and bicycled across Canada (where the idea for the Horse trip was born!).He shares with you his journey within the journey.Listen now to Learn:How to Save up money for a tripHow to go about buying a horseWhere to keep your horse (and how much boarding can cost)How to solidify a bond with a new horseWays to plan your route when traveling with a horseHow to 'stealth camp' with a 950lb animalWhat to do with the manureThe legality of traveling by horseback (no longer living in the old west)How to exercise patience and live in the present momentAnd much, much more!Resources:On the Hoof, Sea to SeaEmilie Wapnick: Why some of us don't have one true callingDan AadlandAtlas & Gazetteers- by State- DeLormeLocation IndieTortuga BackpacksSee below for some additional photos of Jesse and Pepper's trip!Be sure to check out the archives for more Zero To Travel Podcasts.And don't forget to use the promo code 'travel' at Tortuga Backpacks to get 10% off.The post A Horseback Ride Across the USA: Zero To Travel Podcast appeared first on Zero to Travel.

This episode of the Zero To Travel Podcast kicks off a new 'theme' week combining two things people are passionate about, animals and travel.Can four legged friends enhance your travel experience? What is it like to take a trip back in time and use animals as your mode of transportation?Today's guests did just that when they rode 3500km across Mongolia on horseback.Nic and Donna Cuthbert share a passion for travel and decided to spend their 'honeymoon' living a traditional horse based existence among the Mongolian tribes.Check out their amazing story on Blue Sky Walkabout.Plus listen to the end of the show for a secret surprise!Saddle Up to Learn:The biggest choice you can make when it comes to travelRewards of traveling as a coupleHow to prepare for a horseback trip in Mongolia (or anywhere else!)Cost of obtaining a horse in MongoliaHow to overcome fears when just starting out (wherever you are going)What the Mongolian nomads are like and how often they move their Ger (Mongolian Yurt)Biggest challenges when traveling with horsesTips for learning a new language and embracing the local experienceThe general greeting used when meeting other travelers in Mongolia (language lesson #1)Tips on securing sponsorship's for expeditionsAnd much moreScroll down to see more pictures from Nic and Donna's bold expedition.Subscribe to the Zero To Travel Podcast on iTunesResources:Location IndieTortuga BackpacksBlue Sky WalkaboutConversation ExchangeWintec SaddlesRemember, Tortuga Backpacks is giving all Zero To Travel listeners 10% off. A perfect gift for yourself or your travel friend. Just enter promo code 'travel' at check out!And be sure to check out the archives for more Zero To Travel Podcasts.The post Riding Across Mongolia On Horseback: Zero To Travel Podcast appeared first on Zero to Travel.

Do you think YOU can live a long term travel life?In today's episode of the Zero To Travel Podcast, you'll hear how a long term travel life is possible from Caz Makepeace.  She and her husband Craig have been traveling on and off for over 16 years. They have lived in 5 countries and adventured in 52!They are helping to change people's lives via their blog ytravel.And they are enhancing the lives of their two young daughters through travel- how cool is that?Plus I talk road trips and give you my thoughts on a devilish festival.Listen in to Learn:The best advice to open doors to travel possibilitiesHow to save money and actually get on the roadHow to get 'unstuck' and make your travel dreams a realityHow to budget for your bucket listWhy travel doesn’t have to stop after having kidsThe best ways to raise the next nomadsThe most rewarding way to travel with kidsWhere to stay when traveling with the familyHow to connect to life through travelResources:Ytravel BlogHow to create a travel life you love- without spending a fortuneTortuga BackpacksAirbnbYHA AustraliaLocation IndieDon't forget to check out Tortuga Backpacks and get 10% off as a Zero To Travel listener. Just enter promo code 'travel' at check out.And to get more Zero To Travel podcasts, go to the archives!The post An Organic Long Term Travel Life: Zero To Travel Podcast appeared first on Zero to Travel.

Is the digital nomad lifestyle for you?Can you really get work done away from your home?In this episode of the Zero To Travel Podcast, you'll hear from Matt Giovanisci about what it's like to take your business on the road for the first time.Matt is a video and podcasting whiz, public speaker, rapper and beat maker, runs multiple online businesses, and hosts driven, a podcast for driven entrepreneurs and more.You'll hear his first hand unique take on location independence.And you'll get yet another Pack Hack from Fred at Tortuga Backpacks. Helping you bring everything you need without checking a bag!Take a listen to learn:Why getting yelled at on the road can be funHow to find that 'sweet spot' when packingHow your first travel experience can change your lifeHow to overcome your fear of traveling and workingThe best strategies to find a home base for a period of timeHow to easily 'up' your lifestyleSimple steps to create a different lifeTips for working on the road for the first timeThe most helpful thing you can ever do for your businessAnd much more!Resources:The Tiny HouseLocation IndieTortuga BackpacksExofficioDrivenSwim UniversityRoasty CoffeeThe 4 Hour Work WeekThe Lean Start UpJeff Walker's Product Launch FormulaArt To SelfDon't forget!  Zero To Travel listeners get 10% off at Tortuga backpacks. Be sure to use promo code 'Travel' at check out.Want more Zero To Travel Podcasts? Click here to get the archives!The post Nomad On A Wire: The Delicate Balance of Travel and Work: Zero To Travel Podcast appeared first on Zero to Travel.

In this episode of Tricia’s Take, we explore ideas of how to design a life you love. When you’re wondering about your next step… maybe its time to consider the words of Thomas Jefferson, “If you want something new you have to do something you’ve never done”. We also give an update on our recent sailing trip to San Diego, hear from the KYD listeners and discuss gear from Tortuga Backpacks and the Luci Light. Check out the full description, pictures and show notes at www.KeepYourDaydream.com. Join the KYD Community by subscribing to our email list for travel ideas and more inspiring stories.

Are you ready to go for a ride across the USA? My guest for this episode of the Zero To Travel Podcast did just that (well, many rides). He quit his job, sold his stuff, and hitchhiked from Orlando to San Francisco! I welcome the true transient, Pat Daley to the show. Check out his site to get the goods on his trip and some inspiration for your next adventure.Plus I bring you some travel trivia and a world record!And you’ll get another Pack Hack from Fred at Tortuga Backpacks.Listen now! You’ll discover:The easiest way to have an adventureWhat it takes to become a digital nomadWhat to expect on a hitchhiking trip (focus on the journey)Rules to hitchhiking authenticallyIs hitchhiking safe?Where to sleep while hitchhikingHow to keep your good vibes while waiting for a rideWhy you may have to become a therapist in exchange for a rideThe best tools to capture and document your hitchhiking journeyAnd much more!Remember our friends at Tortuga Backpacks are giving Zero to Travel listeners 10% off. Be sure to enter the promo code ‘Travel’ at check out. Click here to find your perfect pack.Resources:Tortuga BackpacksTrue TransientWorld Wide Opportunities on Organic FarmsLive and Learn on Organic FarmsWWOOF USAWWOOF HawaiiZero To Travel Podcast - The Story of WWOOFZero To Travel Podcast - The Real WWOOF ExperienceLocation IndieInternational House Sitting BookHitchWikiLooking for more Zero To Travel Podcasts? Check out the archives here.The post Hitchhiking Across The USA : Zero To Travel Podcast appeared first on Zero to Travel.

Tired of baggage claims, extra travel fees or lugging around more than you need? Todays Expert Series is with the co-founder of Tortuga backpacks. Learn how to become carry-on only, travel hacks and packing tips that will make your travel even smoother! Jeremy created Tortuga Backpacks with his best friend Fred after setting out on their very first backpacking trip to Europe. They found out that their bags played a BIG roll in the trip and unfortunately they were a BIG disaster!!  Tortuga was born because necessity is the mother nature of invention. Check out the full description, pictures and show notes at www.KeepYourDaydream.com. Join the KYD Community by subscribing to our email list for travel ideas and more inspiring stories.

This is the second episode of Tricia’s Take. An episode where KYD can make announcements, celebrate the achievements of listeners and answer questions from guest interviews.  Embrace the Unknown! That’s the idea of todays show. We don’t always have the answers to, “What’s Next?” But by taking a leap of faith - to a place where we can decompress and tap into our creativity we can find the yellow brick road to our dreams. Where do you go to find your next steps? In this episode we also talk about our new #keepyourdaydream Instagram campaign as well as Facebook, Voicemail and the upcoming Gear Episodes. Click here to follow us on Instragram https://instagram.com/keepyourdaydream You can count on KeepYourDaydream to bring you leaders, experts and forward thinkers from many different backgrounds to give you the platform to jump into whatever your dreams may be! Links from the episode: In this episode, Tricia mentioned Tortuga Backpacks. Check ‘em out at http://www.tortugabackpacks.com as well as posting #keepyourdaydream on Instagram. Today’s Tricia’s Take Away was based on Nadine’s episode #25 Happier than a Billionaire. Check out the full description, pictures and show notes at www.KeepYourDaydream.com. Join the KYD Community by subscribing to our email list for travel ideas and more inspiring stories.

In this episode of the Zero To Travel Podcast, I share my golden rule for how to pack light. I also speak with Fred Perrotta from Tortuga Backpacks about packing so that you never need to check a bag again, the backpack problem he solved, and creating a physical product.Whether you just want to find out how to save space in your luggage, or you have an idea for a physical product and you'd like to know what bringing that idea to market would involve, you're guaranteed to get a lot out of this interview.One last thing before you dive in: this interview comes with a discount code to get 10% off Tortuga Backpacks. Simply click this link and use the code ZERO when you check out to save yourself some money.Watch this Tortuga Daypack Review to learn more:In this interview, you will learn:The golden rule for packing: how to minimize what you bring to maximize your pleasureWhy Fred felt the need to create a travel backpackHow to pack properlyThe number one item that wastes spaceHow to pack if you’re going to places with different climatesThe most common baggage restrictionsWhich size bag to look for, in terms of litersHow Fred got started with creating a physical productWhy naivety can be an advantageThe steps to creating a physical productHow much it costs to get a physical product designedOne crowdfunding pitfall to avoidWhether or not you can still travel when you’re creating a physical productWhy Fred decided to create a day bagResources MentionedHow To Quit Your Job and Travel the WorldDo It Right and Pack Light : Timeless Travel TacticsTortuga Backpacks (discount code: ZERO)Power Trip PodcastExtra Pack of PeanutsThe 4-Hour Work WeekThomasNetMaker’s RowAlibabaElanceOdeskKickstarterDon't forget to check out Tortuga Backpacks and use the discount code ZERO to get 10% off!The post How To Pack Light Plus The Secret To Creating A Physical Travel Product With Fred from Tortuga Backpacks : Zero To Travel Podcast appeared first on Zero to Travel.

The ultimate playbook to Lifestyle Design for 2015 (and beyond) is here! The new genre-redefining book, “Buy Your Own Island” is now available on Amazon. Get it here! Listeners can also download the audio book 100% free. Fred Perrotta is co-founder of Tortuga Backpacks, a company he started he created after a backpacking trip through Europe. The trip […]

Fred Perotta, founder of Tortuga Backpacks joins me today to give out some seriously awesome tips on packing for your upcoming trips!

This is part 2 of my conversation with Travis Sherry. Listen to part 1. Travis Sherry got a late start in life to traveling the world internationally. He was 25 when he finally got bit by the travel bug on a study abroad internship trip, living in Lozan, Switzerland. Since then, he has worked tirelessly to make for himself a life of travel. “Everyday I would go swimming in Lake Geneva," says Travis, "and I'd look up at the Alps and think, ‘I’m not going to get this by just staying home all my life.’" Today, Travis bills himself as a regular guy who loves to travel, but zip on over to Extra Pack of Peanuts. and you’ll see he has just a little expertise in traveling the world for free, and helping his audience do the same. There you can pick up his Ultimate Guide to Points and Miles. He also runs a travel podcast by the same name, and if you like this show, you’d probably like his too. I’m excited to have him on to discuss his lifestyle and how to earn and redeem points and miles to see the world for as close to free as possible. Words from an Explorer “If you’re able to travel cheaper, then you’re able to travel more. And the more you travel, the better we think you’re life will be. And society in general.” What You’ll Learn What you'll find on ExtraPackofPeanuts.com Why Travis argues in favor of local guest houses, for a more authentic experience that puts money in a local's pocket. Hostels don't necessarily involve 10 bunks in a room and dirty backpackers. They can often be better than hotels in many ways. Other ways to go: Housesitting or renting apartments (through Airbnb, GowithOh) Travis' Best Travel Advice The First Step: If it scares you to do it, then stop putting it off and make a concrete reservation that you can't change. Jump in and figure out how to swim. Cheap Airfare: Points and miles! Listen to the show for Travis' advice getting involved. Finding Cheap Airfare: The Flight Deal, ITA Software's Matrix, then book through Kayak or the airline directly. Packing Tips: Always, always travel with just a carry on. Travis' wife is a fashion blogger and Travis has even talked her down from 2 checked suitcases to just a carry on! Check out Tortuga Backpacks. Favorite Travel Book: The Majic Bus: An American Odyssey Get this book for free at FreeTravelBook.com Travel Gear: Osprey Farpoint 70 Travel Backpack Weirdest food: A whole fried frog for $1 in Cambodia. Also, silk worm and cricket! Mentioned in this Show ExtraPackofPeanuts.com Extra Pack of Peanuts Travel Podcast TheFlightDeal.com Tortuga Backpacks ITA Software's Matrix Airbnb GowithOh, rent apartments across Europe Music credit: Imogen Heap – Wait It Out (Artec Remix), Intrepid Journey, by Aaron Static Like the show? I’d love a rating and review! Take action and please share the show! All you have to do is click one of the social sharing buttons at the top of this post. Also please leave a rating or review on iTunes! It just takes a second and you can help the show increase its rankings on iTunes just by this simple and quick gesture. If you do, click here to let me know so I can personally thank you! Thank you so much for your support! See you next time!     The post 20: Travel Hacking to Find Authentic Experiences with Travis Sherry appeared first on The Daily Travel Podcast.

Get $20 off Tortuga Backpacks! Fred was nice enough to put together an exclusive promo code for listeners of The Daily Travel Podcast. Through the end of June, get 10% off at Tortuga Backpacks with discount code DTP514. Get your backpack here! Thanks Fred! They're currently sold out but expecting more in mid-June. On a 2-week trip to Germany with his best friend, Fred Perotta had an ah-ha moment. After heaps of research and no help from retailers, Fred couldn’t find the right bag for travelers. He couldn’t understand why most travelers use outdoor ‘hiking’ backpacks, rather than one made specifically for ‘traveling.’ That is, until he realized the solution he wanted — a front-loading backpack, rather than top-loading, that fits into an overhead compartment — didn’t exist. So, he decided to solve his own problem. Today, he’s a world traveler, entrepreneur, startup marketer and co-founder of one of Entrepreneur magazine’s 100 Brilliant Companies List in 2012, Tortuga Backpacks. Fred’s a shining example of how unplanned, wandering travel can reinvigorate your creativity, and help to create opportunities to build a lifestyle for yourself that incorporates regular travel. Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Soundcloud or TuneIn Words from an Explorer: “Travel is about seeing what a city's like when you’re not on that pre-prescribed tourist trail.” What We Discuss: Why Fred tries not to overplan, and apply the famous Tolkien quote “Not all who wander are lost.” How a backpacking trip gave Fred his entrepreneurial ah-ha moment, and set him on a path to make the perfect backpack for traveling, not hiking or trekking. How Fred combined his love of travel and entrepreneurship to create a life that incorporates travel into it regularly Why unplanned travel often results in the best experiences and stories How to identify a great travel companion Fred’s Best Travel Advice: The First Step: Just do it. Setup an alert and when you find a ticket, buy it. Then you know you’re going. Travel Hack: Find an appropriate card for your style of travel and be sure it has a huge signup bonus. Finding Cheap Airfare: Hipmunk, Skyscanner, Kayak Favorite Internet Travel Tool or Resource: TripIt app Favorite Travel Book: On The Road, Jack Kerouac. You can’t read it at 100mph, as if you’re in the car with those guys. Favorite Travel Gear: Eagle Creek Packing Cubes Weirdest Food: Live Ant Links Mentioned on this Show: TortugaBackpacks.com Like the show? I’d love a rating and review! Take action and please share the show! All you have to do is click one of the social sharing buttons at the top of this post. Also please leave a rating or review on iTunes! It just takes a second and you can help the show increase its rankings on iTunes just by this simple and quick gesture. If you do, click here to let me know so I can personally thank you! Thank you so much for your support! See you next time! The post 17: Packing Made Perfect with Fred Perrotta of Tortuga Backpacks appeared first on The Daily Travel Podcast.

Listen Here: Fred Perrotta is an entrepreneur and travel junkie who  co-founded the luggage company Tortuga Backpacks. As a frequent traveler and tech startup consultant, Fred has tested dozens of travel apps and today, he’ll share his favorites and tell us which ones to use to make our travel paperless and pain free. Finding the Best Travel […] The post Podcast: Finding the Best Travel Apps appeared first on JenningsWire.