Zero To Travel Podcast

✈️ 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.

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Blind and Partially Deaf Solo Traveler Tony Gil...
Tony Giles has visited 130 countries on 7 continents and counting. He’s written 3 books, delivered an epic TEDx talk, and has been featured in major media all over the globe, including the BBC and Travel + Leisure. In this episode, Tony shares his i...
72 min
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Top 5 Reasons For “Slomading” + The Benefits Of...
What is your favorite style of travel?Today I am joined by Tim Marting to dive into what it means to be a “Slowmad” and the biggest benefits of spending more time in a new country. Tim is the co-founder and COO of Citizen Remote, an online communit...
84 min
203
Exploring Kyoto Japan, Creative Expression Thro...
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to connect with your heritage? Today I am joined by ex-pat and street photographer, Taro Moberly, to learn about how a short-term trip to learn about his roots turned into 7+  years of living in Kyoto, Ja...
60 min
204
Hidden Norway: 7 Off The Beaten Path Gems You’l...
Have you ever wondered what makes a curated travel experience worthwhile? This week I am joined by Torunn Tronsvang, the founder of Up Norway, to discuss how to have an authentic adventure and unforgettable experience in Norway. After working and li...
88 min
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Best Remote Work + Digital Nomad Destinations 2...
What are the essential qualities of the best remote work destinations? Today I am joined by award-winning travel journalist and friend of the show, Tim Leffel, to review his hand-tailored list of up-and-coming remote work destinations for 2023.
84 min
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5 Must See Destinations In 2023 with National G...
What destinations are on your list of places to visit in 2023? Today I am joined by the senior editor for National Geographic Traveler, Amy Alipio, to talk about 5 of her favorite destinations from Nat Geo’s Best of the World 2023 List.
66 min
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The Power Of Death In Life With Gentle Rebel Br...
What can thinking about death teach us about living life? Today I am dusting off a classic from the archives to explore the answer to that question. In my 2019 interview with author, songwriter, speaker, and free spirit Bronnie Ware we discuss the f...
53 min
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9th Annual Norwegian Christmas Spectacular
Are you ready for the 9th Annual Norwegian Christmas Spectacular?The time has come my friends!On today’s extra special Christmas episode, Anne Dorthe and I snuggle up and talk about 5 ways you can make this a magical holiday season. Tune in to hea...
39 min
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Top 5 Countries to Spend Quality Time with Dere...
Do you ever wish you could just slow down? Today I am joined by a long-time digital nomad and founder of Wandering Earl Tours, Derek "Earl" Baron to dive into the best countries to settle in and spend quality time.
66 min
210
Moving To Guatemala To Learn About Giving (With...
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to make a radical change in the way you experience day-to-day life? Today I am joined by long-time listeners and founders of The Giving Experiment, Owen and Christina Dargatz, to learn all about their fam...
96 min
211
Flight Attendants Secrets Revealed: What NOT To...
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work as a flight attendant? Today's episode provides an insider look into the world of flying with Skybabes Tee and Nena who have 20 years of experience in the aviation industry as senior flight attenda...
80 min
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Seizing Your Opportunity To Travel, Saving Mone...
If a new opportunity comes your way, are you ready to take it? When this week's guest, professional photographer and loyal listener Leslie McKellar, was forced to move out of her apartment in 2020 because of toxic mold, she took it as an opportunity...
66 min
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Top 5 Countries For Solo Travelers, The Future ...
Are you working on your 2023 travel bucket list? Well then, today’s very special episode is just for you. I chat with Matt Berna, President of North America for Intrepid travel, to get insight into some of the best and most unique places to visit as...
80 min
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How To Navigate Life Changes Gracefully, Full T...
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live without regrets? Today I am joined by author, speaker, and nomad, Geri Suster, to deep dive into her newest book Graceful Exits: Making the Case for Getting Good at Goodbye, and learn how to build...
76 min
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Oneika Raymond on The Art of Storytelling, Noma...
Have you ever wished you could improve your storytelling skills surrounding travel? This week I am joined by travel journalist and friend to the show, Oneika Raymond to talk about the art of storytelling, what it’s like to be a travel journalist, an...
76 min
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How To Balance Your Financial Health & Travel (...
Have you ever wondered how to invest in your future while embracing a travel-centered present? Today I am joined by Kristin Meador, a financial expert who specializes in supporting location-independent businesses, in learning about best practices for...
77 min
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Reviving History’s Forgotten Female Adventurers...
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel like a great historical adventurer? Today I am joined by Elise Wortley, a journalist on a mission to quite literally walk in the shoes of some of history’s most fierce female explorers.
69 min
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3 Travel Trends You Should Know w/ Paige McClan...
Do you feel up to speed on the latest travel trends? Today I am joined by travel journalist, author, podcast host, and dear friend to the show, Paige McClanahan, to discuss 3 travel trends you should know before planning your next trip.
72 min
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The Vagabond’s Way: Meditations on Wanderlust, ...
What is it that motivates you to travel? Today I am joined by esteemed travel writer and teacher Rolf Potts to talk about his new book The Vagabond’s Way and dive into how anybody can enrich their lives through maintaining a traveler’s mindset, even ...
106 min
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Being A Creative Vessel, Faking It Until You Ar...
Have you ever wanted to enhance your creativity? Today I am joined by musician and creative powerhouse Andy Frasco to discuss how he keeps his creative juices flowing. For over 15 years Andy has toured as the frontman of Andy Frasco & The U.N. Afte...
68 min
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Embracing Chaos w/ Dr. Calvin Sun from Monsoon ...
What exactly does it mean to embrace chaos? Today I am joined by Dr. Calvin Sun, emergency room physician, entrepreneur, and author of The Monsoon Diaries to discuss the pivotal life events that helped him lean into adventure and stay in the present.
82 min
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Rebel With A Clause: Tales and Tips from a Rovi...
What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of grammar? Today I am joined by grammar expert, polyglot, and entrepreneur, Ellen Jovin, to talk about her experience writing Rebel With A Clause. The idea for the book all started when Ellen...
77 min
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The World Walk (Trilogy): Lessons From A 7 Year...
What does it feel like to reach the end of an era? Well, you’re about to find out. Today’s extra special episode is 6 years in the making and marks the end of Tom Turcich’s (and his dog Savannah’s) epic journey of 7 years walking across 6 continents.
197 min
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How To Earn Passive Income From Your Passions w...
Ok, I know the title of this episode has some clickbaity vibes, but when someone who has built a 7 figure business based on their passion wants to come by and share actionable advice on how you can do it too, who am I to say no?
72 min
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Morocco Travel: Beyond Marrakech w/ Lucas Peters
Have you ever dreamt of traveling to Morocco and having a unique experience outside of popular tourist spots? Today I am joined by Lucas Peters, author of the Moon Travel Guide to Morocco, to get an insider scoop on exactly where to go to find the un...
76 min