Brent Antonson is a travel writer who has circumnavigated the world by rail, including North Korea, 50 states, etc, and taught in Russia, Iraq, and China. Talk about venturing to places where most people would not consider, he pushes the envelope and his luck to fulfill his adventurous side. He even  went to Europe and entered the Former Yugoslav crisis by sliding into Zagreb during the war on a night train. His epic train ride on the Trans-Siberian Railway from Moscow to Beijing via Mongolia...

Mustafa Ammar is the Founder and CEO of The Passion MBA, a global coaching company that has helped hundreds of professionals around the world to find their dream career. Originally from Egypt, he has lived in many countries across 5 continents from the US, the UK, Italy, China, UAE and many others. He is currently building an online platform that envisions helping professionals who are stuck in their career and need to reinvent themselves. He is the author of “Time to Move On”,  a book to...

Up front, I want to say that the Dhari Dhevi in Chiang Mai, Thailand, is the best resort I have ever stayed. I also recently heard it closed its doors recently as a result of the covid era. Still trying to fin dout details. So unlike a hotel, this place exudes peacefulness and sophistication. The Thai hospitality is as gracious and exceptional as you can imagine. In my quest to mingle with the locals, I decided to help them plant rice in the paddy fields. Yes, I got caked in mud, but I also...

Lauren McLaughlin is a speaker, author and the founder of Conscious Strong. Having been a master-certified Pilates instructor and brain health practitioner for the past 16 years, she has had the pleasure and experience to witness life transformations in her clients.  Her dedication to continued learning has her certified in a multitude of modalities associated with movement and brain health.  Also, being a mother of five, she totally understands the challenges of balancing a busy family and...

Cayla is a Canadian indigenous online content creator specializing in  entrepreneurship, influencing, and personal finance. She is trained in Behavioral Finance and Marketing Analytics and has used this expertise to garner over 27,000 followers across her personal social media channels. Our conversation focuses on her voluteer work in Haiti over a 3 month period while staying with a local family and camping with goats. Some eye-opening expereinces indeed, but all very commendable. In her...

2023 is the year for another trip of a lifetime. A time of reflection, as I will be taking a 2nd trip to one of the world's natural wonders, Victoria Falls. This is the story about my first trip from several years ago, as best as I can remember. This is happening, primarily because I will be in that region of the world during the latter part of the year.  I may even decide to go swimming in the Zambezi River this time. FYI, the seven natural wonders are: Great Barrier Reef.Mount...

David McKeegan, his wife and 3 sons have lived in South America, Central America, Europe and Asia. If fact, his 3 sons were born in different continents. After David and his wife got their masters degree in Barcelona, they created a company to help other expats with their taxation issues and filings to the U.S. Government. A great service they offer, since it is a complicated process. Currently enjoying the country of Costa Rica, he has lived in Bali (twice), London, Argentina and Uruguay ...

Sipadan is the only oceanic island belonging to Malaysia and was formed by living corals growing on top of an extinct volcano. Not one person I told that I was going to Sipadan had ever heard of the place. This is not surprising as it located in such a remote location and its significance to the general public is absolutely nothing. It is widely regarded as one of the best scuba diving locations in the world and a permit has to be granted by the Malaysian government. Humans are only allowed...

A business trip to Rio de Janeiro. Sounds great doesn't it. Brazil has been in the news lately for their failure at the World Cup (where they were favorites to win) and political disturbances in the country. Thinking about the country, it took me back a few years when I embarked on a business trip to Rio, to talk with a company who were interested in reselling my company's products. This podcast episode reflects on that time. My host advised me to not venture out on my own, because I am a...

I thought for one brief moment that Carrie Carter was taking her cat to Japan everytime she visited there. There is a good reason I thought that. Carrie has a profound love for Japan, cats, sumo, dioramas, and eating unusual foods. After 14 trips across the Pacific to her favorite country, she decided to write a book about it, sort of.  Whiskers Abroad is a human and  feline perspective on traveling in Japan. Seriously folks, cat aside, Japan is a real cool country to visit in Asia. Great...

Digital Nomads are commonplace these days. 30 years ago it was virtually unheard of. What could be better than running a successful business while being a temporary resident anywhere in the world. Personally, I can think several places that would be attractive to me if I was a Digital Nomad and somewhat younger. To name a few: Thailand, Spain, Malta, Costa Rica, Panama, Caribbean, English Countryside. Listening to Susie's story made me somewhat jealous, however it is inspiring for anyone who...

Federica is the first guest to be on the Travel Addict Podcast twice, and its great to have her back. However this time, she was in Buenos Aires, Argentina, for a month, integrating with the local culture, which is a great thing to do in understanding how people in other parts of the world live and work. Having been there myself a couple of times, we had plenty to chat about. Hence our 60 minute + conversation. Dr. F (hope she doesn't mind me calling her this) is a researcher and science...

Jennifer packed her suitcase and flew cross country in pursuit of independence. She then ditched her shyness & fears on a quest for freedom. ⁣ Giving birth to Deiti-The easiest way to podcast, an agency that helps professionals launch, scale and manage their podcast without burning out, wasting time and money on strategies that don't work! ⁣ ⁣ She is now traveling the world while serving her high-profile clients. Yes, you could say she is a digital nomad & was purposely named JLO 😉⁣...

Danny Cohanpour is the CEO of Trove Tourism Development Adivisors and represents destinations all over the World. Danny's company has helped places like Dubai, Cambodia, Philippines and Fiji stand out in crowded markets. They take over everything from a branding strategy to digital marketing content to analytics all in an effort to help these places grow or diversify their visitor base. They also have a team that does tourism and tourism investment strategies. He is a self-confessed scrappy,...

In her mid 30s and settled in Australia, Regina Meyer was restless and questioning the lifespan of her long-term relationship, unable to quash the insatiable wanderlust within. With her passion for sailing ignited by her father when she was just ten years old, the pull of the deep blue sea had never drifted far from her mind. With the promise of freedom, simplicity and most of all, adventure – a curious and courageous Regina booked herself a oneway ticket to the Caribbean and joined the crew...

As a frequent visitor to Asia, I will typically stop over for a few days in Phuket, Thailand. Located in the Andaman Sea, just west of Thailand, Phuket offers much. Great beachesCheap hotels and luxurious resortsScuba divingGolfNightlifeCost effectivenessGreat ethnic foodRich cultureHistorical sitesSafetySingha, Leo and Chang beer 😊 For the ex-pats who live there, of which there are many, there is excellent health care and an excellent standard of living. Thai people are very welcoming,...

Coach Chris Klesch is a a professional speaker, coach, and consultant. He is also an expert on how to travel in luxury, economically. Whether it be accommodation, airline travel, or destinations, he has some valuable tips that will be very useful to many of us. His advice is great for families looking to get together to create memories of a lifetime. As he says: "It is not the years in your life that matters, but rather the life in your years." We live in a fragile world. Don't have any...

Are you eager to learn more about places in the Bible? Ever thought about traveling to some of them to satisfy your curiosity and bucket list? Would you love to visit biblical sites but can’t because they’re too far away? If John can do it, so can you. John Christopher Frame is currently on a journey exploring the towns in Turkey where the Apostle Paul visited (as recorded in the Book of Acts).  He currently  lives in Turkey and is encountering this country in a new way through this...

Raja Ampat is a place not known to many, except maybe avid scuba divers. It is not exactly the easiest place to get to, however the tolerance of nighttime flights and unreliable ferry and boat rides was well worth it for me. After diving in well-known places like the Caribbean, Palau, Sipadan, Fiji, Andaman Sea, to name a few, I quickly came to the conclusion that this area comes out on top, primarily because of the pristine condition of the coral reef system and the variety and quantity of...

For many years now, Greg Stamm has been traveling the world via cruise ships (50+ trips and counting), and his book, "Come Cruise with Me In A Post-COVID World", shares his insight into what cruising is like post-COVID (hint: it's still the best, safest, and most luxurious vacation a person can take). His book is a travelogue that celebrates the joys of cruise vacations, as well as a guide for cruise-goers looking to get the most out of their first (or next) cruise. After taking over 50...

When I mentioned that I was going to the country of Namibia to spend time in the world's oldest desert, people asked questions such as, "Where is that?", "Why?", "Are you crazy?" I somewhat expected that. After a 15 hour flight from ATL - JNB and then a 2 hour flight to WDH, I was in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. I hired a driver for the 5 hour trip to the Desert Hills Lodge in the Namib Desert, which has been there for 55 million years. Breathtaking scenery kept my GoPro camera busy. I...

Holly Hester is a young Entrepreneur, Author, Speaker, Actress, and lover of people. She has worked in media and Real Estate for over 12 years; in both episodic and feature films. Her recent book that was released in the summer of 2021 called "Higher Living" is an insightful look into living a "higher life" and helps motivate others to conquer life. Apart from her various roles in life, she is currently painting art and continues to sell her work; both contemporary, and renaissance...

Thinking about Berlin, conjures up many thoughts. It is a city of many historical events, with iconic places to visit. People come from all over the world to see the sights and learn a little more about its history.  There are of course many “must visit” places of interest in the city. Within walking distance from my centrally located hotel was Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, Berliner Dom (Cathedral), Berlin Wall Memorial, Potsdammer Platz, Holocaust Memorial, Reichstag Building,...

Even the day before I left Manchester Airport, Russia was threatening Lithuania. Many people may have cancelled travel plans, but for reasons of travel addiction, I chose to visit. This country needs to be left alone to enjoy their freedom and way of life. Steeped in history and eccentricity, Vilnius deserves a visit, especially the area of the "Old Town." Outdoor cafes and restaurants are in abundance and there are many great sights to see. Vilnius Cathedral, Hill of Crosses, Hill of Three...

Brighde Reed  was raised in the UK, moved to Australia, and has also lived in 6 other countries. She spent a decade in tourism before heading into education before heading back to tourism where she now has a business along with her partner. They are based in beautiful Squamish, BC, in Canada.  Personally, I have considered trying to become a vegetarian or vegan myself. I tend to think it has plenty of health benefits. However, Brighde will explain everything.  Some (maybe) interesting things...