Life Abroad
Andy Steves
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S1 E20- 20 Years of Travel: GoAbroad Founder Troy Peden

To mark our 20th episode, we're meeting up with GoAbroad.com founder & CEO Troy Peden, also celebrating 20 years of his massive travel website. Thanks to GoAbroad, millions of Americans with a craving for travel have found their perfect study, intern, volunteer or work organizations.

We discuss the evolution of the study abroad experience and the growing desire for meaningful and sustainable travel. Troy talks about the shift of singular destination semesters to the multi-city adventures during a term away from home. His personal experiences abroad have influenced the transformational value of international education, especially during this critical time in American history. He stresses the crucial role international travel has in shaping perspectives and broadening horizons of the youth.  

S1 E19 - GREECE: Ouzo, Island-Hopping & Ancient Ruins

It’s Greek week on the podcast!

Greece is full of gems to explore, from iconic Athens, to the monasteries of Metéora, to its 6,000 islands scattering the sea. Local guide Angelos Kokkaliaris shares with us the sumptuous eats, social culture and stunning retreats (Santorini and Mykonos, sure- but have you heard of Amorgos?) that make up an authentic Greek experience.

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S1 E16 - AMSTERDAM: "Sex, Dutch and Rock & Roll"

We dive into Europe's most eclectic city, joined by my longtime guide and local Dutchie, Arthur Bijlholt. As a professional tour guide by day and comedy club owner by night, Arthur shares with us the deeper side of Amsterdam, beyond its many vices (although we cover those, too).
This episode tackles Dutch politics, culinary highlights (vending machine fast food, anyone?) and the culture behind that unique, urban vibe you can only find in Amsterdam.

S1 E15 - Inside Study Abroad

Brooke Roberts, the founder of Inside Study Abroad and certified study abroad guru, is an international education professional, turned entrepreneur (she runs three of her own companies!) Brooke helps people skip to the front of the line and transform their approach to launching and growing an international education (or any) career. 

S1 E13 - When in WALES

If you’ve had the incredible opportunity to study abroad, you may relate to that feeling of fulfillment that comes with it; that you’ve found a new place to call “home". For Dr. Maggie Parke, abroad ‘home' was the small city of Bangor, Wales. Her overseas experience was so powerful that she was back to the UK in no time. 

Now an International Education Officer at Bangor University, Maggie shares what to expect when you take on the expat life, how students can maximize their own experiences abroad, and of course what makes Wales so magical (aside from all the castles). 

S1 E12- Welcome to My Palace: PRAGUE's Noble Family

The story is something out of a fairy tale: Typical American family, happily settled in Boston, gets called upon to collect their ancestors’ royal fortune in Europe. For the Lobkowicz clan, this is was indeed real life.  

Today, William Lobkowicz Jr. shares what it’s like to call a 40,000 square-foot castle home. His family has been a part of Czech nobility for 1000 years. All of their possessions were lost to the Nazi’s- and then again to communists. In Prague, the beautiful Lobkowicz Palace that looms over the city is one of 13 restored castles, now hosting a collection of paintings, musical scores (including Beethoven’s original sheet music) and old firearms. William's personal account on the family's history and palace, which otherwise would have just been another building, brings Prague even more to life.

S1 E10 - IRELAND: Heritage, Pubs, and St. Paddy's Day

With St. Patrick’s Day around the corner, today we're getting the full Irish experience! I'm joined by special guest Stephen McPhilemy- certified Ireland guru with near 20 years of tour guide experience, as well as starting his own tour company, hostel and now a B&B.

We discuss Ireland's deep culture & traditions, including the country’s struggle to keep Irish Gaelic alive, and share fun stories such as past hostel experiences (bed bugs, anyone?) and St. Paddy's Day shenanigans in Dublin. If you enjoyed my interview with UpRoxx writer Steve Bramucci, you'll love this one. Sláinte! 


LINKS & NOTES: 

Irish Short film: Yu Ming Is Ainm Dom
Milltown House - Dingle
Essential Ireland Tours 

This episode brought to you by "Andy Steves' Europe: City-Hopping on a Budget"
Music by AudioJungle
 

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S1 E6 - 95 Countries Down: How to Travel the World for a Living

I’m sure we’d all love to be friends with the guy who breaks Guinness travel records as a hobby. This is how today’s guest, Drew Goldberg, aka travel expert Drew Binsky spends his spare time, already making his mark by traveling to the most UNESCO sites in 24 hours.

Thousands of millennials are already familiar with Drew, especially his social media profiles. He’s consistently ranked as THE top travel account (he’s even been called “the king”) of Snapchat, and with over 200,000 fans total, He's kinda a big deal in the travel world. Drew is supporting himself through sponsorships and travel gigs to achieve his goal to hit all 195 countries before turning 30. He’s 25 now and at 95 countries so far, so is well on his way. 

If you enjoyed the Nomadic Matt episode, you’ll love this one.  
 

WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: 

- How Drew started traveling with study abroad (and hasn't stopped since)
- From nightlife blog (The Hungry Partier) to established resource (Drew Binsky)
- Breaking the world record: Visiting the most UNESCO World Heritage site in 24 hours
- What it takes to create (and maintain) a successful travel brand
 

LINKS & NOTES: 

Web: Drewbinsky.com
Facebook: Drew Binsky
Instagram: @DrewBinsky

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S1 E5 - Independent Female Travel: Turning Wanderlust into a Brand

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Aspiring to explore the world, whether it be for vacation or long-term? Today, we share how to make it happen.

I'm joined by my dear friend and fellow global backpacker, Carey Carpenter, otherwise known as CareBear Abroad. She is a proud "traveling addict (with no need for an intervention)" who packed her bags with a one-way ticket to Prague. Three years later, Carey has made a living for herself on the road by teaching English and creating her own inspiring travel brand. I chat with Carey about the lessons, triumphs and challenges of life as a female nomad.
 

WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: 

  • Carey's background and finding her passion of travel through study abroad and a life-changing trip to Croatia

  • Taking the leap to teach abroad with the TEFL program

  • How to make money on the road & budget for travel

  • Tips for independent female travelers

  • How bloggers and digital nomads

  • Social media as a power tool in travel entrepreneurship

  • Marketing yourself and working with brands

  • & a few Czech phrases! (hey, you never know when you'll need 'em)

NOTES & INFO

Follow Carey's adventures:
- Instagram @carebearabroad
- carebearabroad.com
- youtube.com/careycarpenter

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S1 E4 - Biting Octopus Heads in CROATIA

 

Today, we’re heading to the beach in sunny Croatia. You’ll probably recognize this coastal destination by the picturesque white sandy beaches, or possibly by its cameo appearances in the popular series “Game of Thrones”.  There’s tons to discover in Croatia, which hit its record-high in tourism this past year in 2016. I’m joined by Ashley Colburn, the two-time Emmy-winning TV producer & host who turned her passion for travel into a career. 

Today, Ashley shares with me her secret to living the dream-life abroad, as well as how to best experience Croatia’s breathtaking national parks, delicious seafood --which includes live octopus, apparently…-- and addicting atmosphere.

LINKS & NOTES

  • Wonders- Ashley's TV Show

  • Instagram: @ashley_colburn

  • Facebook: ashley_colburn

  • Twitter: @ashleycolburn

  • Ashleycolburnproductions.com

  

S1 E3 - Nomadic Matt: From Backpacker to Best-Seller

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Matthew Kepnes runs the award winning budget travel site, Nomadic Matt, and wrote the New York Times best-seller, How to Travel the World on $50 a Day. After a trip to Thailand in 2005, Matt decided to quit his job, finish his MBA and head off into the world. His original trip was supposed to last a year. Over ten years later, he is still out roaming the world. He's scuba dived in Fiji, was a poker player in Amsterdam, taught English in Thailand, got lost in a jungle in Central America, and broke down in the middle of Australia's outback.

His writings and advice have been featured in The New York Times, CNN, The Guardian UK, Lifehacker, Budget Travel, BBC, Time, Yahoo! Finance and countless other publications. He also regularly speaks at travel trade and consumer shows, leads group tours in Europe and Southeast Asia, opened a hostel in Texas, and launched a non-profit called FLYTE, that sends kids abroad to bring their classroom experience to life.

 

WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: 

How Matt turned his life around from an office job to traveling the world
Kicking off Nomadic Matt and his travel resource platform
Google SEO for travel blogs
Travel Tips: Skipping the line, planning ahead, saving your budget
Best credit cards for travel
Cheap flight search engines

LINKS & NOTES: 

NomadicMatt.com
Instagram
Twitter

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S1 E2 - PARIS: Politics, Pop Culture & Pastries

Bonjour!

This episode is all about Paris. I'm today joined by my close friend and fellow guide, Kevi Donat. Kevi runs his own alternative tour company - Le Paris Noir, or 'the Black Paris', providing walking tours focused on Paris’ overlooked black history, musical influence and culture. He of course shares his thoughts on the must see sights and top neighborhoods and tips on how to avoid the crowds in one of the world’s most visited cities. 
We also discuss politics and discuss some of the most contentious issues in French and American politics.  It’s one of my favorites conversations, and I hope you enjoy!

  

WHAT WE TALK ABOUT:  

Following Kevi's passion: From Public Health to Tour Guiding
The birth of “Le Paris Noir”, or Black Paris Walks
What you'll really get from a Free Walking tour
Exploring Paris 101:

  • Where to find the trendy neighborhoods (St. Martin, Latin Quarter, etc.)

  • Culture, how to stand out from the Parisians

  • Best food spot (links below)

LINKS & NOTES:  

Le Paris Noir

Discover Walks - Paris

Le Comptoir General
 

WSA Paris Weekend Tour

 

S1 E1 - BUDAPEST: Ruin Bars, Baths and Boyz II Men

Our first episode is focused on beautiful, bustling Budapest. Today, we visit the jewel of Central Europe with professional guide, entrepreneur, Budapest local and Boys II Men aficionado Bogi. 

Bogi takes us through top highlights of her hometown, plunging into the trendy nightlife and culture Budapest has to offer. We discuss the latest trends that even locals are buzzing about, which neighborhoods are best to explore, and the countless activities that you just can’t find anywhere else but funky Budapest. Bogi’s been a guide at my tour company, Weekend Student Adventures, for 5+ years now, and I also rely on her to help me update my guidebook, "Andy Steves’ Europe: City-Hopping on a Budget." Chatting about the food and fun experiences in Budapest has me dying to get back ASAP.
I hope you enjoy and as they say in Budapest, Eggeshegadre!

WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: 

  • The history behind one-of-a-kind ruin bars

  • Bogi's B-Side Tours: A “remix” on the typical tour experience

  • Caving in Budapest

  • Typical Hungarian cuisine (including ingredients you wouldn't expect!)

  • The local treat: Lagos

  • How to meet your favorite pop celebrities

  • The world’s most epic “Harlem Shake” performance

NOTES & LINKS