If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to work while traveling across time zones, or how travel can reshape your definition of success, then take a listen as my guest Brianne shares her experience building a life that prioritizes freedom, presence, and meaningful connection.

Originally from Canada, Brianne is a writer, speaker, semi-pro swing dancer, and podcast host who has spent extended periods living abroad with her husband.

In this episode, she speaks about her experiences spending extended time in Nicaragua, particularly in San Juan del Sur, and why the country has become a second home. She shares insight into the expat community, affordable lifestyle, and unique destinations like Ometepe and the Corn Islands. 

Brianne also opens up about the realities of working abroad, including navigating time zone challenges, maintaining routines while traveling, and learning how to create a business that supports travel rather than competes with it.

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https://backpackerssociety.com/realities-working-abroad-redefining-success-through-travel-nicaragua-with-brianne/

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Main Points Discussed

Location: Nicaragua (San Juan del Sur, Granada, Ometepe, Corn Islands)

Travel Topics: Remote Work Realities Abroad & Redefining Success Through Travel

Chapters

00:00:00 – Cold Open

00:02:21 – Get To Know Brianne "The Person"

00:20:32 – Insight on Nicaragua

00:42:03 – Get To Know Brianne "The Traveler"

01:11:23 – Travel Topic: Remote Work Realities Abroad

01:27:20 – Travel Topic: Redefining Success Through Travel

01:35:35 – Rapid Fire Questions & 30 Seconds of Glory

01:40:01 – Post Interview: Triston on Designing Work Around Lifestyle 

Connect With BrianneCheck out her Writing and Podcast: www.brianneroberge.com/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/itsbrianneroberge

Instagram: www.instagram.com/itsbrianneroberge

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If you’ve ever wondered about lesser-known regions of France, or what it’s like to experience travel by foot, then take a listen as my guest Colleen shares insight on walking the Camino and speaks about her home region of Dordogne, France.

In this episode, Colleen takes us through the Dordogne region and shares insight into its medieval villages, prehistoric caves, and authentic French charm. She also speaks about the Camino experience, how accessible long-distance walking can be, and how travel can evolve later in life.

After the interview, Triston shares thoughts on alternative ways to explore the world and other unconventional approaches that allow for deeper connection and community.

Originally from the UK, Colleen has spent nearly two decades living in southwestern France and has walked more than 20 Camino routes across Spain and Europe.

🗺️ See Full Show Notes For This Episode: https://backpackerssociety.com/walking-the-camino-slow-travel-later-in-life-dordogne-france-with-colleen/

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Main Points Discussed

Location: Dordogne, France

Travel Topics: Walking the Camino & Slow Travel Later in Life

Chapters

-Cold Open, Guest & Topics Intro (0:00)

-Get To Know Colleen “The Person” (9:11)

-Insight on Dordogne, France (25:23)

-Get To Know Colleen “The Traveler” (50:17)

-Colleen Speaks On Walking The Camino (1:17:58)

-Colleen Speaks On Slow Travel For Older Explorers (1:56:25)

-Rapid Fire Questions & 30 Seconds of Glory (2:38:37)

-Triston Speaks On Alternative Travel Methods  (2:44:15)

Connect With [Guest Name]
Website: https://thenwewalked.com/

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If you're new to international travel or travel in general, ever wondered what it’s like in Budapest, or thought about starting a business abroad, then stick around because Amy shares how a life change led her from the U.S. to starting a completely new chapter, living in Hungary.

Originally from Ashland, Ohio, Amy talks about moving to Budapest, learning a new culture and language, and how travel and unexpected life changes reshaped her perspective and helped rediscover her voice later in life.

We also dive into local insights about Budapest,  from thermal baths and street food to hidden tours and everyday life in the city.  

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https://backpackerssociety.com/budapest-hungary-living-like-a-hungarian-starting-a-business-abroad-with-amy/

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Main Points Discussed

Location: Budapest, Hungary

Travel Topics: Living Like a Hungarian & Starting a Business Abroad 

Chapters

-Guest & Topics Intro (1:11)

-Get To Know Amy “The Person” (4:52)

-Insight on Budapest, Hungary (33:28)

-Get To Know Amy “The Traveler” (1:09:40)

-Amy Speaks On Living Like a Hungarian (1:37:11)

-Amy Speaks On Starting a Business Abroad (1:44:17)

-Rapid Fire Questions & 30 Seconds of Glory (2:02:17)

-Triston Speaks On Travel Lessons for Newbies & Looking For Paths to Travel (2:09:13)

Connect With Amy

Her Website: https://buzwordink.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/buzwordink

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhatTheBuz

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybuz

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What happens when your child grows up… and you finally have the freedom to leave?

In this episode, Jason shares his journey from being a long-time Arizona resident and single father to slow traveling through Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, and now preparing to move to Vietnam to teach business English.

We dive into the food culture, transportation, healthcare system, neighborhoods, language learning, and social scene in Guadalajara. We also discuss the realities of being a single-parent empty-nest traveler, visas & residency challenges, and what it takes to truly adapt.

🗺️ See Full Show Notes:

https://backpackerssociety.com/single-parent-empty-nester-travel-guadalajara-mexico-with-jason/

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Main Points Discussed

Locations: Guadalajara, Mexico | Belize | Guatemala

Travel Topic: Single Parent Empty Nester Living Abroad

Chapters

• Guest & Topics Intro (0:58)

• Get To Know Jason “The Person” (5:40)

• Insight on Guadalajara, Mexico (24:45)

• Get To Know Jason “The Traveler” (45:19)

• Travel Topic: Single Parent Empty Nester Abroad (1:15:47)

• Rapid Fire Questions & 30 Seconds of Glory (1:33:11)

• Post Interview: Triston on fitting into a new country & starting to travel at any age (1:36:43)

  
  

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Youtube: @thespendchannel

His Website: thespendchannel.com

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If you’ve ever thought about visiting Hong Kong or Seoul, or questioned whether you’re truly experiencing a place versus just checking it off,  this episode is for you.

My guest Wendy is originally from the UK with deep roots in Hong Kong. She’s a former English teacher turned travel agent who has traveled to five continents and lived abroad in China and South Korea.

In this episode, she takes us to Hong Kong and Seoul, South Korea, and shares practical insight on both destinations from dim sum culture and cha chaan teng cafés to the DMZ and Korean street markets. We also dive into quality vs quantity travel, traveling with kids, falling in love with a place, and how travel teaches humility, flexibility, and perspective.

🗺️ See Full Show Notes:

backpackerssociety.com/hong-kong-seoul-quality-vs-quantity-travel-with-wendy/

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Main Points Discussed

Locations: Hong Kong & Seoul, South Korea

Travel Topics: Quality Over Quantity Travel

Main Points

• Guest & Topics Intro (0:50)

• Get To Know Wendy “The Person” (3:08)

• Insight on Seoul, South Korea (11:03)

• Insight on Hong Kong (25:51)

• Get To Know Wendy “The Traveler” (43:12)

• Wendy Speaks On Quality vs Quantity Travel (57:09)

• Rapid Fire Questions & 30 Seconds of Glory (1:14:34)

• Post Interview:  Triston speaks on Quality vs Quantity Travel (1:19:17)

Connect With Our Guest

Connect with Wendy on Instagram: @lifeoftravel_uk, Facebook: Life of Travel UK, and on her travel website: lifeof.travel

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If you’ve ever felt nervous about traveling solo or wondered what it truly means to feel connected to a place, then take a listen as I speak with my guest, Ayrton.

In this episode, Ayrton shares stories from Rome, Germany, Scotland, and beyond, including what it was like to visit Erfurt, Germany, a place connected to her ancestry that unexpectedly felt like home. We talk about building confidence while traveling solo and how stepping into unfamiliar environments can change how you see yourself.

After the interview, I’ll share some practical thoughts on building solo travel confidence and how to start connecting more deeply with the places you visit.

🗺️ See Full Show Notes:

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Main Points Discussed

Locations: Erfurt, Germany | Fife, Scotland | Lincoln, England

Travel Topic: Solo Travel Confidence

Chapters

• Guest and Topics Intro (0:49)

• Get To Know Ayrton “The Person” (3:30)

• Local Insight on Dunfermline, Newark-On-Trent, & Erfurt, Germany (16:26)

• Get To Know Ayrton “The Traveler” (35:29)

• Ayrton Speaks on Solo Travel Confidence (44:15)

• Rapid Fire Questions & 30 Seconds of Glory (1:02:08)

• Post Interview: Triston Speaks on Confidence & Feeling Connected to a Place (1:06:13)

Connect With Our Guest

Learn more about the causes Ayrton cares about: Hearts Unite the Globe and the Congenital Heart Conversations Podcast (CHC)

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If you’ve ever wondered about the lifestyle of a flight attendant, or what it's like to visit the Netherlands, then take a listen as my guest Mark shares insight on working for a European airline and speaks about his home base, Amsterdam.

Originally from Haarlem in The Netherlands, Mark has traveled the world around the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Caribbean.

In this episode, Mark takes us around Amsterdam and speaks about his experiences in Thailand and Indonesia. He also talks about what it's like to work and travel as a flight attendant.  After the interview, Triston shares other work and travel options that keep your expenses low to non-existent.

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Main Points Discussed

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Travel Topics: Work & Travel As A Flight Attendant

Chapters

• Guest & Topics Intro (1:55)
• Get To Know Mark “The Person” (4:37)
• Insight on Amsterdam, Netherlands (15:54)
• Get To Know Mark “The Traveler” (30:08)
• Mark Speaks On The Travel Topics (45:07)
• Rapid Fire Questions & 30 Seconds of Glory (1:10:05)
• Triston Speaks On Work & Travel (1:14:32)

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If you’ve wanted to learn more about the mindset of long term travelers or have an interest in starting your own remote business, then take a listen as my guest Edward shares some travel stories and the process he adopted to develop and maintain his remote business. Originally from Australia, Edward is an animator and a lover of storytelling who’s traveled around the world for 11+ years.  Check out his Instagram @thewolfandtheforest.

In this episode, Edward takes us around Thailand to Bangkok and Kho Phangan, and to Vilnius, Lithuania. He also talks about his experiences setting up a remote business and shares his thoughts on the traveler mindset.

Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share?  Send me an email at ⁠[email protected]⁠

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Main Points Discussed

Location: Bangkok and Kho Phangan,Thailand | Vilnius, Lithuania

Travel Topics:  Setting Up A Remote Business, Traveler Mindset

Chapters

• Guest & Topics Intro (1:11)
• Get To Know Edward “The Person” (4:47)
• Insight on Thailand & Lithuania (27:47)
• Get To Know Edward “The Traveler” (47:00)
• Edward Speaks On The Travel Topics (1:03:26)
• Rapid Fire Questions & 30 Seconds of Glory (1:29:06)
• Triston Speaks On The Travel Topics (1:36:02)
  

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If you’ve wondered what it’s like to live with less on the road, or you’ve feared the idea of travel, take a listen as my guest Nicole shares her stories from the road, and how she came to live a current life of travel. Originally from Germany, Nicole is an art lover and historian who’s been nomadic for two years.  She has her own travel blog, Nice Paths.

In this episode,  Nicole takes us to Tulum, Mexico. She also talks about her experiences volunteering in her travels, being brave enough to change her lifestyle, and shares an epic adventure that highlights living with less. After the interview, I explain how you can be braver to travel and enhance your life in general.

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Main Points & Some General Points/Stories Discussed

(Location: Tulum, Mexico)

(Travel Topics: Volunteering, Living with less, Braveness To Travel)

Main Points

• Guest and Topics Intro (1:39)
• Get To Know Nicole “The Person” (4:26)
• Insight on Tulum, Mexico (20:07)
• Get To Know Nicole “The Traveler” (34:43)
• Nicole speaks on The Travel Topics (41:36)
• Rapid Fire Questions & 30 Seconds of Glory (1:05:05)
• Triston speaks on being brave to travel (1:08:47)
  

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If you want to learn about some lesser-visited areas in Europe, or being flexible with your travel plans and staying healthy during your adventures appeals to you, then take a listen as I speak with my guest, Amie. Originally from Australia, Amie is a mental health and addiction advocate who’s traveled to Europe, Asia, and Africa.

In this episode, Amie takes us to Northern Albania and Lemnos, Greece. She shares why her time in Northern Albania was the best part of her Balkan trip and speaks on her strong ties to Lemnos. She also explains how she stays healthy on the road and shares how she learned to be more flexible with her travel plans.

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Main Points Discussed:

Locations: Northern Albania and Lemnos, Greece

Travel Topics: Staying healthy on the road & Planning things with little notice

Chapters

• Guest and Topics Intro (1:46)
• Get To Know Amie “The Person” (4:45)
• Insight on Northern Albania and Lemnos, Greece (19:49)
• Get To Know Amie “The Traveler” (51:30)
• Amie speaks on Planning things with little notice (1:05:31)
• Staying healthy on the road (1:14:01)
• Rapid Fire Questions & 30 Seconds of Glory (1:22:38)
• Triston shares some stories and advice on the travel topics (1:27:30)
  

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