The Extra Pack of Peanuts Travel Podcast is hosted by Travis Sherry, a serial entrepreneur and world traveler. Known as "Rick Steves for the new generation", this podcast will teach you everything you need to know to travel more and spend less. From interviews with some of the world's most famous travel names, like Chris Guillebeau, Bruce Poon Tip, AJ Jacobs, Chris Christensen and others to specific travel advice on how to use frequent flyer miles, score cheap hotels, pack like a pro, and travel on a budget, this show does it all. We'll also highlight specific destinations, telling you what it's really like to travel to India, the best places to eat and sleep in Paris, and top everything off with our Top 10 lists, which will make you laugh, reminisce, and ultimately, be filled with wanderlust. To find out even more, visit our renowned travel site at www.extrapackofpeanuts.com.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 23 days 3 hours 47 minutes
The Best Winter Destinations in Europe
Nick joins Trav once again and they countdown the Top 10 European cities to visit during the winter.
The Ridiculous Race, Part II: Winning, Whales, and Writing
Steve and Vali got the book deal, but now they had to actually go on the trip. After buying a ridiculously priced bottle of Scotch they set out on an adventure around the world, meeting people, having general misunderstandings, and, of course, breaki...
The Ridiculous Race, Part I: Alaska, Cuba, and Dirty Hot Tubs
Comedy writers Steve Hely and Vali Chandrasekaran join Trav to discuss The Ridiculous Race, who cheated right off the bat (and why), and the interesting tactic they used to score a book deal from a major publisher before The Race even began.
Your Guide to Budget Airlines
Heather joins me today as we describe one of the most underrated ways to travel more and spend less- budget airlines. Everything from how to find them, the pros and cons, and even sneaking on your overweight baggage.
EPoP SuccessL Little Big Honeymoon
In part II of this interview with readers Chris & Tiffany we learn more about their crazy honeymoon and how they're able to save money on their travels. We chat about where they've been, where they're going, their money saving strategies, and hear ab...
EPoP Success: The Decision to Become Location Independent
Today I bring on long time listeners, and now EPoP team members, Chris and Tiffany to talk about their experiences deciding to become location independent and making their dream of a year long backpacking honeymoon a reality. Our very first EPoP lis...
Pre-Travel Checklist: 24 Things To Do Before You Leave
You're getting ready to head out on your trip. But what do you need to do to prepare? No need to fret, Heather and I are here to list out the 24 items you want to be sure to have in order before you leave on your amazing trip!
David Grann, Part II: The Lost City of Z
Percy Fawcett, one of the world's most famous explorers, set out in 1925 to find the “Lost City of Z” and was never seen again. 80 years later, David Grann decided to find out the truth about Fawcett and Z, and he shares his incredible adventure wit...
David Grann, Part I: A Journalist in Search of a Giant Squid
Author David Grann joins us today to talk about some of his craziest adventures in search of the story; from being stuck in the middle of a hurricane at sea while searching for a Giant Squid to the beginnings of his pursuit of Percy Fawcett and the L...
Dave Cornthwaite, Part II: Expedition 1000
Now that he's proven he's not superhuman, Dave Cornthwaite tells us about his his epic Expedition 1000 project; what it is, which legs were the hardest, how he plans and packs for each, and what's next on his list.