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Zero To Travel Podcast

Zero To Travel Podcast

By: Jason Moore
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 ✈️ The Zero To Travel Podcast has been downloaded 12+ million times and named a "Best Travel Podcast" by The Washington Post, Travel + Leisure, The Telegraph, and Forbes. Packed with life-changing perspectives, inspiration, and practical advice for everyone from travel newbies to nomads, this podcast will give you everything you need to travel the world on your terms, regardless of your situation or experience. Welcome to our amazing global listening community! Since 2013, "Travel Ambassador" Jason Moore from zerototravel.com has been picking the brains of adventurous people living an unconventional life on the road so you can discover new ways to travel endlessly. Along the way, you'll get actionable advice and key resources that will improve your life AND help you travel more as we get down and dirty on topics like; starting and running an online business from anywhere, the best off-the-beaten-path destinations to visit, travel and work opportunities, gutsy budget travel strategies, surprising ways to earn free travel, the digital nomad life, unconventional travel based lifestyles, fun travel jobs, how to plan epic adventures, backpacking, remote work, how to take a gap year or a career break, 4-hour work week inspired topics, ex-pat life, slow travel, travel hacking, sustainable travel, human-powered adventures, trips worth planning, and everything in between. Host Bio: Jason wandered the planet as a nomad for over a decade and spent 15+ years on the road as a tour manager in events/music, a seasonal adventure travel tour guide, and a digital nomad. Originally from the USA, he is now a dual citizen (Norway/USA) based in Oslo. He is obsessed with helping YOU explore our planet on your terms. Follow the show (it's FREE!) and welcome to the global community. 🙏 PS - To sign up for our free newsletter to get travel tips, tricks, destination advice, and more visit zerototravel.com/newsletter PPS - If you'd like to access our paid premium feed with ad-free shows, bonus episodes, and more for just $3/month go to zerototravel.com/premium.Copyright 2013-2025 Zero To Travel International AS Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
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  • The 5 Best Hacks of “All the Hacks”: Travel, Money & Life Optimization with Chris Hutchins

    The 5 Best Hacks of “All the Hacks”: Travel, Money & Life Optimization with Chris Hutchins
    Aug 19 2025
    What if the secret to unlocking a better life and travel experience lies not in more, but in smarter choices? Chris Hutchins is the host of the “All the Hacks” podcast, where he distills practical strategies across life, money, and travel. An optimizer by nature, Chris has saved millions by breaking down every aspect of life to maximize happiness at the lowest cost. Chris joins me to share the top hacks from his podcast - life-changing mindset shifts that shape how we experience travel, time, and value. You’ll hear how he uses travel as a lens for smarter life decisions, from taking second trips to embracing intentional spending. We talk about the emotional side of optimization, how to avoid over-optimizing, and why some of the best “hacks” are actually mindset shifts. If you've ever questioned whether squeezing in that extra flight or saving those extra points was worth it, this conversation might change how you travel and live. What’s one tiny hack you’ve adopted that’s unexpectedly amplified your joy or efficiency? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Why returning to the same destination can unlock a more meaningful travel experience How buying back your time (groceries, errands) can pay more than saving money When it's smarter to spend money instead of optimizing every detail, especially in different seasons of life Surprising things you didn’t know you could negotiate and how a simple ask can save thousands Why buying airline or hotel points during promotions can open up luxury travel for a fraction of the cost How to spot deals that aren’t just discounts, but potential income streams with a little creativity The mindset shift from deal-hunting for its own sake to building long-term value in how you spend and live A simple way to search for unclaimed money that might literally have your name on it Chris’ favorite tools and tech to save time, money, and mental energy with almost no effort Why the best hacks are the ones aligned with your time, energy, and priorities - not just your wallet Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Listen to All the Hacks podcast Coyote game Die with Zero by Bill Perkins The Five Types of Wealth by Sahil Bloom Want More: How to Win at Travel with “The Points Guy” Brian Kelly Top 8 Food Hacks in Europe: How to Find Authentic Culinary Experiences on the Old Continent with Kenny Dunn 10 Key Principles That Built a $40M Business While Traveling with Dan Demsky Thanks To Our Sponsors: Apple Card - Earn 3% back on the Apple products and services you love with Apple Card. Booking.com - Book your next stay and find exactly what you’re looking for on booking.com
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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • 7 Ways to Improve Your Next Road Trip (Lessons from our Norway Family Road Trip) with Anne Dorthe

    7 Ways to Improve Your Next Road Trip (Lessons from our Norway Family Road Trip) with Anne Dorthe
    Aug 12 2025
    Could a loosely planned road trip actually turn out better than a perfectly mapped itinerary? Anne Dorthe is my wife and travel partner of over 11 years, and a Norwegian local with roots in Trøndelag. In this episode, Anne and I share the story of our recent open-ended family road trip through Norway. We talk about the lessons we learned along the way, sharing insights that can be applied to anyone planning a more relaxed, rewarding road trip, whether in Norway or somewhere else. If you’ve ever dreamed about traveling Norway without spending a fortune, this conversation offers a real-world example of how to make it work. You’ll hear about the small, in-the-moment choices that shaped each day, the unplanned stops that became highlights, and how following the weather brought a sense of ease and adventure to the whole trip. We’ll also talk about the joy of connecting with friends along the way, the simple comfort of cabin stays, and why embracing flexibility over a fixed plan deepened our connection to every place we visited. What’s a spontaneous road trip or travel adventure you took that surprised you by how well it flowed? I’d love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you’ll share by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Why letting go of a rigid schedule created our best family memories How weather reports guided our route more than any app ever could The exact approach I used to politely get a hotel refund How overpacking led to lessons for smarter packing next time Why cabins felt more authentic than hotels The power of paper maps and local advice What it’s like to wild-camp at 900 m with kids How visiting friends became our travel anchor How an unplanned ferry ride led to one of Norway’s most beautiful beaches What it felt like swimming with our kids in Norwegian fjords and lakes And so much more Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Stiklestad Viking Experience Want More? America’s Greatest Road Trip! Key West to Deadhorse: 9,000 Miles Across Backroad USA With Tom Cotter 2,000 KM on Foot From Oslo to the North Cape (With a 4-Year-Old, Husband, and Dog) + Making Big Life Changes With Ingrid Alm Top 10 Road Trip Albums With Jason Law from Festy GoNuts Thanks To Our Sponsors Apple Card - Earn 3% back on the Apple products and services you love with Apple Card. Booking.com - Book your next stay and find exactly what you’re looking for on booking.com
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    46 mins
  • Top 6 Hidden Gems in Riga, Latvia (From Ancient Saunas to Secret Markets) with Lelde Benke-Lungevica

    Top 6 Hidden Gems in Riga, Latvia (From Ancient Saunas to Secret Markets) with Lelde Benke-Lungevica
    Aug 7 2025
    What are the best hidden gems in Riga, Latvia, and how can you experience this Baltic city like a local? Lelde Benke-Lungevica is a Latvian writer and cultural storyteller who was born in Australia and moved back to Riga in her teens. Since 2013, she’s run the blog Life in Riga, offering a personal and authentic look at life in Latvia’s capital through stories, guides, and reflections on identity and homecoming. This episode explores what makes Riga unique and how to see the city (and beyond) through local eyes. You’ll hear Lelde’s top tips for exploring Riga off the beaten path, how Latvia’s seasonal rhythms shape daily life, and the local wellness ritual that might just change how you travel. She shares everything from the best markets and bakeries to an unusual national pastry and a coastal trail that stretches for over 1,000 kilometers. If you're looking to travel deeper and more intentionally, these hidden gems in Riga, Latvia, will give you a new way in. What’s one lesser-known destination where you’ve felt a deep connection to the local culture? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you'll share by sending me an audio message. Tune In To Learn: Why Lelde moved back to Riga after years abroad, and how it shaped her sense of home What to do beyond Riga’s Old Town (and why it matters) How Riga’s past and present shape its identity today Advice for souvenir shopping that supports local makers How to explore Riga’s lesser-known beaches and hiking routes Why bakeries became a lifeline during Latvia’s economic crisis How Latvian cider culture is quietly booming Where to experience Latvia’s contemporary art scene without a national museum What “pirts” means, and why this wellness ritual might surprise you How to escape Riga and explore the rest of Latvia with just a few days Resources: Sign up for our FREE newsletter Life in Riga website Live Riga tourism website Visit Riga Facebook Group Latvia Expats Facebook Group Zuzeum Art Centre Kim? Contemporary Art Centre Riga Neighborhoods Project Baltic Coastal Hiking Route Agenskalns Market Sidrerija Want More: World’s Cheapest Destinations + Traveling Europe on a Budget (2025) with Tim Leffel Solo Traveling Europe and “The Stans” in a Campervan with Maria Glaser Discovering The Hidden Europe with Francis Tapon Thanks To Our Sponsors: Apple Card - Earn 3% back on the Apple products and services you love with Apple Card. Booking.com - Book your next stay and find exactly what you’re looking for on booking.com
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    1 hr
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