Takeoff to Travel

Nuremberg, Germany is one of the most famous cities in Bavaria, Germany, largely because of their Christmas market. However, the city is notable for more than just that celebration, not to mention its proximity to a number of great day trips. In this episode, Collin and Olivia share their favorite day trips they’ve taken, their favorite activities in the Alstadt (Old Town) and of course, the foods you should make sure to try when you are exploring Germany.

Resources:

Charles Schwab Debit Card

Christmas Store in Rothenberg Ob Der Tauber 

Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Walking Tour

Bayreuth Opera House

Palm Room in Bayreuth New Palace

Burg Abenburg (the castle we stayed in)

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to [email protected]! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

Oktoberfest is one of the most famous festivals in the world with millions of visitors a year - but there’s a lot you should know ahead of time about how to make the most of your time there. From how much you can expect to spend on food and drinks to what you need to know about getting a seat in the tents, tune in to this episode to learn what Collin and Olivia learned from their time exploring the beer festival in Munich. 

Resources:

Charles Schwab Debit Card

Split Blue Lagoon Tour

Split Pub Crawl

Rent Oktoberfest Outfits in Munich

Salzburg Card

49 Euro Germany Travel Ticket 

Salzburg Hostel

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to [email protected]! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

Croatia has had a reputation for being a hidden gem of Europe for several years now, but the reality is that in 2023, it is nearly as popular (and expensive) as many other European countries. That being said, there are some ways to save money while still exploring the country and seeing all it offers. In this episode, Collin and Olivia share their travel tips for everything from ways to enjoy the cities of Dubrovnik and Split to the best ways to island hop on Hvar, Bol, and Korcula. 

Resources:

Charles Schwab Debit Card

Game of Thrones Tour

Krka National Park

Klis Fortress

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to [email protected]! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

When planning which countries to visit on your next trip to Europe, it’s easy to plan to hit the major highlights like Italy, France, and Spain. However, Collin and Olivia stumbled upon a country that they think you absolutely MUST add to your list: Montenegro. The country's natural beauty and places like Kotor, Perast, Durmitor National Park, and Tara Canyon make the entire country a feast for the eyes and the senses. Listen to this episode for some key recommendations about what to do that will make your trip to the Balkan country unforgettable.

Resources:

Charles Schwab Debit Card

Our Quirky Kotor Airbnb

Blue Barracuda Speedboat Tour

White Water Rafting

North Montenegro Day Tour

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to [email protected]! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

Until recently, Croatia was considered the last hidden gem of Europe, but the secret’s out and it is no longer the cheap, undiscovered location it once was. However, Collin and Olivia recently discovered a European capital city that blew them away in terms of affordability, quality of activities, and overall feel. Listen to this episode for some key recommendations about what to do (and avoid) in Europe's last hidden gem.

Resources:

Charles Schwab Debit Card

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long-term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to [email protected]! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

Despite slowly gaining popularity as a tourist destination, Albania is still a relatively unknown country for many tourists. In this episode, Collin and Olivia share their stories and culture shocks from their first few weeks there, and provide advice about what to expect when it comes to transportation, foods, and culture.

Resources:

Charles Schwab Debit Card

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to [email protected]! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

While exploring London, Collin and Olivia saw over 30 major tourist attractions, from Westminster Abbey to the London Zoo. What’s more, they saved over $500 while doing it. How? With the 10 day London Pass. In this episode, they discuss the London Pass: how it worked, how much money it saved them, and whether it was worth it overall.

Resources:

London Pass

Wicked

Natural History Museum

National Gallery

Platform 9 3/4

High Tea

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to [email protected]! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months with just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long-term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

London, England can be expensive, but luckily, there are ways to do it without spending a ton. Collin and Olivia share their top tips for visiting the British capital on a budget - from packing a picnic to visiting the many free museums, they’ve got you covered. 

Resources:

⁠Free Walking Tour Westminster⁠

⁠British Museum⁠

⁠Science Museum⁠

⁠Victoria and Albert Museum⁠

⁠Hill Garden and Pergola⁠

⁠Harry Potter Studio Tour London⁠

⁠London Pass⁠

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look ⁠here⁠. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to ⁠[email protected]⁠! Want more? Follow our Instagram - ⁠@takeofftotravelpodcast. ⁠

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

In this bonus episode, Collin and Olivia discuss the realities of full-time travel and share reflections from their last six months of seeing the world. 

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long-term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real-time updates. 

Send us your questions to [email protected]! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months for just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

Collin and Olivia discuss their recent travels to Annecy, France and Geneva Switzerland, as well as share the truth about what it is really like to live in Aix-en-Provence, France for a month. 

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long-term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real-time updates. 

Resources: 

Send us your questions to [email protected]! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.