Helping others achieve their travel dreams is a big part of what I plan to accomplish now that we have returned home. In this three-part series, I talk with a future world traveler as he has plans to set out with his wife for at least a year. In this episode, we talk to Shane about his trip and dreams, understand overtourism and how they might plan to avoid certain areas, and how to maximize their experiences in other cultures. If you are a potential long-term traveler with big dreams, you will … [Read more...] about Podcast 67: Long Term Travel Prep Part 3 (Future World Traveler Asks Questions)
Lexington, Kentucky (USA) – World Barber Shop Adventures
Lexington is known for fast horses and big-time basketball players. On this visit to Kentucky, I visited the famous Rupp Arena, had a delicious lunch in a former synagogue, and visited the racetrack that is home to the 2020 Breeders' Cup World Championships. Although it is one of those American cities that you think would be much bigger than it is, during the summer months Lexington slows down quite a bit. With all of the students off-campus, it made for a great time to visit the best barber … [Read more...] about Lexington, Kentucky (USA) – World Barber Shop Adventures
Podcast 66: Long Term Travel Prep Part 2 (Future World Traveler Asks Questions)
Discussing travel with other jetsetters is one of our favorite things to do. In this three-part series, I talk with a future world traveler as he has plans to set out with his wife for at least a year. In this episode, we discuss safety concerns while traveling, packing tips to make the most out of a single backpack, and using tour guides to your advantage. If you are a potential long-term traveler with big dreams, you will find this episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk interesting as I answer … [Read more...] about Podcast 66: Long Term Travel Prep Part 2 (Future World Traveler Asks Questions)
Podcast 65: Long Term Travel Prep Part 1 (Future World Traveler Asks Questions)
We love to be able to share our advice with other travel lovers around the world. In this three-part series, I talk with a future world traveler as he has plans to set out with his wife for at least a year. In this episode, we get to know Shane, talk about buying that first one-way tickets, understand the logistics of traveling full time, discuss saving money and the effective use of your travel time, and how we handled our finances from the road. If you are a potential long-term traveler with … [Read more...] about Podcast 65: Long Term Travel Prep Part 1 (Future World Traveler Asks Questions)
Podcast 64: Kindness from Strangers (Amazing Humans during our Travels)
It is hard to have a clear perspective of the world if you only hear negative stories perpetuated by the mainstream media. Travel does have some dangers, but at the core of it, there is a kindness that coats every corner of the world. In almost every city, we have found kindhearted people that have either opened their hearts or their homes. Many offered a meal, shared a story, helped us in a time of need, and shared a part of their culture with us. In this episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk, we … [Read more...] about Podcast 64: Kindness from Strangers (Amazing Humans during our Travels)
South Africa Guys’ Trip [Ultimate Adventure Travel]
Exploring South Africa for three months (my second visit to the country) left me with one reoccurring thought - this would be an excellent adventure travel destination for a group of male friends. 40th/50th birthday celebration or twenty-somethings on an exotic bachelor party retreat. I would reiterate these thoughts with other male travelers that I met during my stay, and they all agree. Guys’ Trip Heaven! With such a wide variety of things to do, South Africa is an ultimate getaway for guys … [Read more...] about South Africa Guys’ Trip [Ultimate Adventure Travel]
Podcast 63: A Few Lessons Learned (from Long Term Travel)
Being able to see the world as we did for 27 months gave us much to ponder as we returned home. In this episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk, we reflect on a few lessons learned from traveling, including our new ‘real world,’ patience, our fresh perspective, and building a global travel network. As we transition back to our normal life in Indianapolis, our views will likely adjust over time, but we wanted to share what we are thinking within the first few weeks. Main Topics Covered: A Few … [Read more...] about Podcast 63: A Few Lessons Learned (from Long Term Travel)
Podcast 62: Live Q&A After 800 Day Journey (Part 2)
In Part 2 of the Q&A with Matt’s longtime friend, Mike Polder, in Youngstown, Ohio, we talk about what we would do first if we started the journey over, cannabis laws around the world, a time when we partied too hard, could we do this trip without smartphones, and several other creative questions. Enjoy this special edition of Passport Joy Travel Talk while we enjoy a few drinks while catching up with friends after seeing 35 countries in the past two years. Main Topics Covered: Live … [Read more...] about Podcast 62: Live Q&A After 800 Day Journey (Part 2)