JUMP with Traveling Jackie

JUMP 122: Raising Kids Outside with Brooke Froelich

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JUMP 121: Achieving Location Independence to Travel via Stock Market Trading

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JUMP 120: From Adventure Travel Photographer to TV Show Host with Eric Hanson

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JUMP 119: How to Become Fluent in Any Language with Polyglot Benny Lewis

Learn to hold a 15-minute conversation with a native speaker in 90 days: #Add1Challenge  Get the Courage to Speak Sign up for the Speak in a Week course Watch my video reviews of Osprey Fairview Trek and Osprey Daylite Travel   Show notes at http://jumppodcast.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

JUMP 118: Hut to Hut Long-Distance Hikes Around the World

Costa Brava coastal paths (Spain): https://www.ottsworld.com/blogs/camino-de-ronda-coastal-path-hike/ Lycean Way (Turkey): https://www.ottsworld.com/blogs/hiking-lycian-way-faqs/ Lycean Way by boat: https://www.ottsworld.com/blogs/hike-the-lycian-way-by-boat/ Saint Olav Ways (Norway): https://www.ottsworld.com/blogs/walking-saint-olavs-way-in-norway-pilegrimsleden/ Maine Huts & Trails: https://www.ottsworld.com/blogs/maine-huts-and-trails-hiking/ Find Sherry @ottsworld: https://w...

JUMP 117: Hiking the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trails in Japan

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JUMP 116: Walking the West Highland Way in Scotland

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JUMP 115: Travel Photography and Patagonia with Osprey's Dan Holz

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JUMP 114: Glacier Mountaineering in the Himalaya and Beyond with NOLS

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JUMP 113: Walking the Camino de Santiago

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JUMP 112: Expat Life in Norway and Learning Norwegian

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JUMP 111: Living and Speaking Portuguese in Brazil

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JUMP 110: Attending a Foreign Language School as an Adult

One month study abroad in France: https://www.thebudgetmindedtraveler.com/study-abroad-in-france/ Show notes at https://travelingjackie.com/podcast Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

JUMP 109: Multilingual Journeys of Two North American Girls

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JUMP 108: Five Gringos on a Mission to Change the World, or at Least the Americas (Los Gringos Part 2)

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JUMP 107: How Gringos Learn to Speak Fluent Spanish (Los Gringos Part 1)

Dustin's tips for learning Spanish: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTOX-3ruQ-Q Chad teaching Dustin how to speak like a paraguayo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xIIqH-ce7Vo Chad & Dustin performing "Tereré" (a Bay Bay parody): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfdDWHZNS6g Find all the guys on Instagram @losgringostv: https://www.instagram.com/losgringostv/ Show notes at https://travelingjackie.com/podcast Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https...

JUMP 106: How to Plan a Trip to Patagonia

Carretera Austral guide: https://www.thebudgetmindedtraveler.com/carretera-austral-patagonia-road-trip/ Patagonia packing list: https://www.thebudgetmindedtraveler.com/patagonia-packing-list Patagonia trips led by Jackie: https://travelingjackie.com/trips   Show notes at https://travelingjackie.com/podcast Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

JUMP 105: Off the Beaten Path in Tuscany

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JUMP 104: Cheese Fondue and Cycling in the Swiss Alps

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JUMP 103: Bavarian Beer Traditions and Drinking Recommendations

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JUMP 102: Oktoberfest Traditions and Insider Tips with Anja Wilbert

JUMP 102: Oktoberfest Traditions and Insider Tips with Anja Wilbert

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JUMP 101: Travel Game Show with Jason Moore from Zero to Travel

To kick off JUMP, Jason and I have prepared 3 questions for each other. Join us as we put ourselves on the spot with some big travel topics. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

BMT 100: JUMP with Traveling Jackie

We've reached a milestone! Join me today as I reflect on the past 100 episodes and share some big news about the future of this podcast.   View show notes and other episodes at https://thebudgetmindedtraveler.com/podcast Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

BMT 99: "It Seems Impossible Until You Do It." Moving Forward with Erin & Erin Zipperle.

We first met Erin and Erin in episode 52, right after they had sold everything and moved to Austria, with a plan to stay for two years. Three years later, we get to reflect on how this journey has changed their lives and shaped their paths going forward. We talk about the importance of living in the moment, embracing new surroundings, and looking forward and around at life rather than backwards all the time. Everyone who has returned home from travel needs to listen to this episode!  Show ...

BMT 99: "It Seems Impossible Until You Do It." Moving Forward with Erin & Erin Zipperle.

We first met Erin and Erin in episode 52, right after they had sold everything and moved to Austria, with a plan to stay for two years. Three years later, we get to reflect on how this journey has changed their lives and shaped their paths going forward. We talk about the importance of living in the moment, embracing new surroundings, and looking forward and around at life rather than backwards all the time. Everyone who has returned home from travel needs to listen to this episode!  Show ...

BMT 98: The Hardest Part of Travel is Returning Home: Reflecting with the Bensons

We first met the Bensons, a family of five, in episode 67 when they were preparing to take a giant leap, sell their house, and travel around the world for a year. We caught up with them again halfway through their trip while they were in South America to see what that trip ended up looking like (episode 76). Today, we get to chat with them again, now that they have been back in the US for over a year. This is a hard conversation, and we ask the question, "How do you keep the travel spirit a...

BMT 98: The Hardest Part of Travel is Returning Home: Reflecting with the Bensons

We first met the Bensons, a family of five, in episode 67 when they were preparing to take a giant leap, sell their house, and travel around the world for a year. We caught up with them again halfway through their trip while they were in South America to see what that trip ended up looking like (episode 76). Today, we get to chat with them again, now that they have been back in the US for over a year. This is a hard conversation, and we ask the question, "How do you keep the travel spirit a...

BMT 97: Life After Two Years Teaching English Abroad with Maddy Wolfe

As we approach episode 100, I'm bringing back some of our favorite guests from over the years to talk about where they are now. Today we chat with Maddy Wolfe, whom you'll remember from episodes 66 and 77. When we first met her, she was about to graduate college and take a job teaching English in Israel for a year. The second time we talked to her, she was in the middle of her year in Israel, and now, she is on the other side of another year abroad teaching English in Malaysia. Join us tod...

BMT 97: Life After Two Years Teaching English Abroad with Maddy Wolfe

As we approach episode 100, I'm bringing back some of our favorite guests from over the years to talk about where they are now. Today we chat with Maddy Wolfe, whom you'll remember from episodes 66 and 77. When we first met her, she was about to graduate college and take a job teaching English in Israel for a year. The second time we talked to her, she was in the middle of her year in Israel, and now, she is on the other side of another year abroad teaching English in Malaysia. Join us tod...

BMT 96: On a Harley in Europe with Hayden Lee

Hayden Lee, aside from being the Audio Magician behind the scenes at BMT Podcast Headquarters, is the host of Travel Stories Podcast and a solo nomad, exploring every country in mainland Europe by means of his trusty Harley Davidson, Gloria. Just wait til his coffee kicks in about halfway through...  Show Notes Hayden's podcast: Travel Stories Podcast (I've been a guest on his show twice, look for my name if you want to check out those episodes!) Hayden's Instagram: @backpackdigital ...

BMT 96: On a Harley in Europe with Hayden Lee

Hayden Lee, aside from being the Audio Magician behind the scenes at BMT Podcast Headquarters, is the host of Travel Stories Podcast and a solo nomad, exploring every country in mainland Europe by means of his trusty Harley Davidson, Gloria. Just wait til his coffee kicks in about halfway through...  Show Notes Hayden's podcast: Travel Stories Podcast (I've been a guest on his show twice, look for my name if you want to check out those episodes!) Hayden's Instagram: @backpackdigital ...

BMT 95: Jordanian Culture, People, Language... and more Magic.

In the last episode, we traveled through Jordan as we recapped my experiences there in May of 2018, and today we're going deeper into the Jordanian culture. Listen as Ban and I continue our conversation, this time covering topics such as:    Jordan dress code - do's and don'ts according to where you are in the country What it’s like to be a woman in Jordan Ban’s story - where her family comes from, growing up in Saudi Arabia, what is home Arabic v Dothraki, and other Arabic language...

BMT 95: Jordanian Culture, People, Language... and more Magic.

Quick link to my Jordan recap.   In the last episode, we traveled through Jordan as we recapped my experiences there in May of 2018, and today we're going deeper into the Jordanian culture. Listen as Ban and I continue our conversation, this time covering topics such as:    Jordan dress code - do's and don'ts according to where you are in the country What it’s like to be a woman in Jordan Ban’s story - where her family comes from, growing up in Saudi Arabia, what is home Arabic ...

BMT 94: Travel in JORDAN! Jordan Trail, Dead Sea, FOOD, Safety, and MAGIC

Quick link to my Jordan recap. I have finally checked Jordan off my bucket list! I spent three weeks exploring beautiful Jordan in May 2018, attending an adventure travel conference and then taking a group of YOU with me hiking on the Jordan Trail to Petra. My guest today, Ban Barkawi, is a Jordanian friend of mine whom I met studying abroad in Italy years ago. Listen as Ban and I talk about travel in Jordan, safety, customs, attractions, history, FOOD, and so much more, including: Five...

BMT 93: Plan a Sailing Trip Like a Pro with Costas Mantratzis

Laugh with us today as Costas and I get into how to plan a sailing trip. Costas is from Greece and has been putting together sailing trips with his friends for almost 20 years, he knows what he's talking about! Sit back and take notes as the pro dishes out the details for pricing, budgeting, food, people, destinations, boats, skippers, packing, seasickness, and more. Just don't listen at work and try to hide it, you'll laugh out loud too much.   Show Notes This episode is sponsored by B...

BMT 92: Long-Distance Running As a Way to Travel with Mike Sewell

Mike Sewell is a South African runner on a mission. Tune in today to hear about how he has taken up running long distances (like... REALLY LONG) as way to explore a new country. In the first half of this episode, we recap Mike's running expedition on the Carretera Austral, the same 1300km route through Chilean Patagonia that I did by car. Then in the second half we get into tips and advice for how to create a running expedition, how to pack for it, what to expect, and more. This episode is...

BMT 91: 220 Miles Solo on the Danube Bike Path

I've done my bike tours and I lived to talk about them! Join me and Jim Johnson, Founder of BikeTours.com, again today as I reflect on my experience participating in two different bike tours for the first time ever, including a 200-mile week-long solo ride rom Germany to Vienna, Austria. We dispel the concerns I had, take reader questions, and even give YOU a special incentive to get on a bike yourself!    Show Notes This episode is sponsored by BikeTours.com! They offer over 200 bike ...

BMT 90: Jackie is Going to Ride a Bike Across Austria, Alone

Today we kick off a new series about alternative ways to get from here to there as we travel, and we're starting with bike touring! Join me as I chat with Jim Johnson, Founder of BikeTours.com, about my decision to take on a 200-mile solo bike ride across Austria. We'll go over some of my fears and concerns and some of Jim's best advice for newbie bike tourers. This is Part 1 of the conversation, in the next episode we'll find out how it went!   Show Notes This episode is sponsored by B...

BMT 89: Driving the Carretera Austral in Chilean Patagonia

Continuing our conversation from the last episode, Ford Quarterman (@wheresthegringo) and I take you on a journey with us back to Patagonia. In December of 2017, we spent three weeks driving the length of the Carretera Austral. In this episode we share stories about this epic experience and give tips for anyone considering trying this mind-blowing road trip for themselves. Read my ultimate guide to Driving the Carretera Austral. Listen to my first chat with Ford Quarterman back in epis...

BMT 88: The End of the Pan-American Highway with Ford Quarterman (Part 2)

We first met Ford back in episode 81 when he came on the show to talk about his solo journey from the US down the Pan-American Highway. He was in Colombia at the time, and now, after 2.5 years on the road, he is back home. He joins us today to reflect on the journey and give tons of great advice for anyone considering driving the Pan-American Highway. I actually met up with Ford in person last fall and we drove through Chilean Patagonia together (the Carretera Austral) for about five weeks...

BMT 87: Travel Game Show with Bloggers Gloria Atanmo and Leah Davis

Back by popular demand: another travel game show! Join me today as I catch up with two female bloggers: Gloria Atanmo from The Blog Abroad and Leah Davis from The Sweetest Way. While we are usually all traveling in different parts of the world, the three of us have all been in the same place together for one random holiday, you’ll have to listen to hear that story. Grab a drink and get ready to laugh as we ask each other questions about our travels, our habits, our preferences, and more. T...

BMT 86: Best Budget Travel Tips for Saving Money on the Road

Today we hit the jackpot with some of my best budget travel tips for saving money on the road. Tune in for 21 ways that you can spend less while you're traveling, from booking accommodations, to food, shopping, transportation, and more.    View full show notes at http://thebudgetmindedtraveler.com/86 View 21 Budget Travel Tips That WILL Save You Money on the Road Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

BMT 85: Ask Jackie Session 6 - Apartments, Insurance, Transportation, Beer and More

We're back for another round of Ask Jackie, because the questions are so good and so many! Join us today to chat about fear of traveling as a female, transportation logistics, choosing a destination, long-term apartments overseas, losing things and theft abroad, passports, travel insurance and... craft beer. That's right.   View full show notes at http://thebudgetmindedtraveler.com/85 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

BMT 84: Ask Jackie Session 5 - Airports, Vaccinations, and Proof of Onward Travel

It’s back! In this is Ask Jackie session, we're digging deep into just three questions. We'll discuss how to navigate airports, what to do about recommended vs required vaccinations, and the tricks to the sometimes complicated requirement of proof of onward travel (and what that even means). These questions are taken from members of The Budget-Minded Traveler Community on Facebook, join us there if you haven't already! View full show notes at http://thebudgetmindedtraveler.com/84 Advertis...

BMT 83: Hitchhiking and Couchsurfing Through Europe with Brendan Lee

Brendan Lee used to be an accountant in New Zealand, that is, until he decided to volunteer in Tanzania and not go home afterwards. He's been on the road for several years, traveling solo, collecting friends and experiences and writing about them on his blog. While his adventures on the road have been plenty, he's here today to share with us about five months he spent hitchhiking through Europe in 2016. He has detailed notes about how much he spent, broken down by category, topped with his b...

BMT 82: South America by Motorcycle with Casey Wong

Casey Wong bought a motorcycle and shipped it to South America, where he proceeded to ride it from Colombia to Argentina, on his own. In Ecuador he ran into a friend of mine, which prompted an introduction to me and eventually a few beers in person as he passed through Bariloche, where I happened to be living in Argentina. With the notorious Patagonian winds, questionable roads, and oncoming winter, I worried about his safety as he continued south. A year later, we get to hear the complete s...

BMT 81: Exploring the Americas by Car with Ford Quarterman

Ford pulled out of his driveway in Georgia in October 2015 to start driving his truck down the Pan-American Highway, all the way to the end of the world in Patagonia, Argentina. He is on a mission to break stereotypes between Latinos and Gringos (Americans), live & experience first-hand cultural experiences, find the best adventures, learn Spanish, and show that America is a continent and not a country. His journey is meant to be shared, through the internet or if he has a seat available in ...

BMT 80: #Vanlife with Photographer Andy Austin

One year ago, Montana photographer Andy Austin bought a converted van and moved his life onto the road. Since then he has chased countless sunrises and sunsets, dealt with check engine lights, had coffee over campfires, and collected endless stories under the stars, sometimes down by the river, sometimes in Walmart parking lots. Today, he joins us on the show to share the highs and lows of the not-always-glamorous experience he wouldn't exchange for anything: the reality behind the romantici...

BMT 79: Travel Game Show with Podcasters Derek Loudermilk and Hayden Lee

Game show? Yes! Because I love games, I am going to be hosting travel themed game shows more regularly on the BMT podcast. For each game show episode, I will have guests who work in the travel industry, whether they are bloggers, podcasters, or other travel media influencers, all of whom are well-experienced in travel, with plenty of stories and advice to share. We will take turns answering randomly selected questions about travel experiences and preferences, some of which were asked by YOU ...