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The Travel Addict
After traveling on business for 30 years, what was I going to do after I sold my company in 2013? Answer: Travel more, but to the off-the-beaten-track and obscure places on planet Earth. After visiting almost 100 countries and living in 5 countries, I officially became a Travel Addict. Today, I am contracted by various Cruise Lines to perform enrichment and educational lectures to passengers on various journeys around the World. A podcast or two will be published from time to time when I am…
Episodes
The Travel AddictMy Top 10 favorite islands in the World and some other worthy mentions
My Top10 islands of the World and the explanation of why that is:Isle of Wight, EnglandPalau, MicronesiaBonaire, ABC Islands Rangali, Maldives Providenciales…
The Travel AddictMy Top 10 list of places where I have enjoyed the wonders of Mother Nature.
My Top 10 list of places where I have enjoyed the wonders of Mother Nature.1. The world's oldest desert, Namibia2. High up in the Himalayan Mountains, Nepal3…
The Travel AddictLiving life to the fullest and redefining travel with Sarah Marie Naska
I asked Sarah after she told me about her activities day to day, "Do you have time to sleep?" Hear her response in this podcast. She also answered how she…
The Travel AddictMy Top 10 most sacred places on the planet
This is a relatively short description of the 10 most sacred places I have visited on our wonderful planet.Yes, there are so many out there, I could have made…
The Travel AddictGoing to Scandinavia? You gotta hang out in Stockholm for a few days
It was October when I took the Norwegian Airlines flight to Stockholm. It made me think for a few seconds while in flight that I may be going to Oslo…
The Travel AddictThe Nordics - Happiest Places on Earth. Supporting stats and more..
After listening to this, you may be either surprised or enlightened to the fact that the Nordic countries are rated highly in various world indexes and are…
The Travel AddictMy recent trip to The Norwegian Fjords - some of Mother Nature's best work.
After a flight to Amsterdam and a quick train ride to Rotterdam, I boarded the excellent Celebrity Apex for 9 days in the Norwegian Fjords.Apart from 4…
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Travel Addiction personal experience explained by The Travel Addict (aka Malcolm Teasdale)
Yep, I had to blame someone. My parents.For me it started at an early age. The earlier the better I think.Why? Because it is an experience, both educational…
The Travel AddictTurning a Shotgun Wedding into a Bullet Proof Marriage & Making a Meaningful Life and Traveling the World.
Evelyn LaTorre ‘s first book, Between Inca Walls, A Peace Corps Memoir, won several awards and is about her adventures growing up in Montana, volunteering in…
The Travel AddictEscapades in Russia, North Korea, China and Iraq with Brent Antonson. Add in a trip on the Trans-Siberian Railway also.
Brent Antonson is a travel writer who has circumnavigated the world by rail, including North Korea, 50 states, etc, and taught in Russia, Iraq, and China.Talk…
The Travel AddictFrom an Egyptian Diplomat in China to helping people find a dream career around the World.
Mustafa Ammar is the Founder and CEO of The Passion MBA, a global coaching company that has helped hundreds of professionals around the world to find their…
The Travel AddictRice Farming with the locals in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Plus UFOs and foul mouthed birds.
Up front, I want to say that the Dhari Dhevi in Chiang Mai, Thailand, is the best resort I have ever stayed. I also recently heard it closed its doors recently…
The Travel AddictWellness Entrpreneur Lauren McLaughlin talks about her luxury retreat in Tuscany. Definately worth a visit.
Lauren McLaughlin is a speaker, author and the founder of Conscious Strong.Having been a master-certified Pilates instructor and brain health practitioner for…
The Travel AddictCanadian Cayla Eskesen talks about her volunteer work in Haiti plus experiences with Goats, Tarantulas and Voodoo.
Cayla is a Canadian indigenous online content creator specializing in entrepreneurship, influencing, and personal finance. She is trained in Behavioral Finance…
The Travel AddictA visit to one of the natural wonders of the world, again - Victoria Falls
2023 is the year for another trip of a lifetime.A time of reflection, as I will be taking a 2nd trip to one of the world's natural wonders, Victoria Falls.This…
The Travel AddictThe great expat experience. New Yorker David McKeegan and his family have lived and worked on 3 continents.
David McKeegan, his wife and 3 sons have lived in South America, Central America, Europe and Asia.If fact, his 3 sons were born in different continents.After…
The Travel AddictThe Long and Worthwhile Trip into the Middle of Nowhere - Sipadan, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia
Sipadan is the only oceanic island belonging to Malaysia and was formed by living corals growing on top of an extinct volcano. Not one person I told that I was…
The Travel AddictGringo on the loose in Rio, Brazil
A business trip to Rio de Janeiro. Sounds great doesn't it.Brazil has been in the news lately for their failure at the World Cup (where they were favorites to…
The Travel AddictRegular Japan visitor Carrie Carter talks about her love of the country and why there is a cat involved.
I thought for one brief moment that Carrie Carter was taking her cat to Japan everytime she visited there. There is a good reason I thought that.Carrie has a…
The Travel AddictLifestyle Design Expert Susie Bills working in the Americas and Europe as a Digital Nomad. The Good Life.
Digital Nomads are commonplace these days. 30 years ago it was virtually unheard of. What could be better than running a successful business while being a…
The Travel AddictItalian Dr. Federica Bressan talks about her escapades while living in Buenos Aires for a month.
Federica is the first guest to be on the Travel Addict Podcast twice, and its great to have her back.However this time, she was in Buenos Aires, Argentina, for…
The Travel AddictHear how Jennifer Lopez created a successful podcast company after a life-changing car accident. Avid traveler also.
Jennifer packed her suitcase and flew cross country in pursuit of independence. She then ditched her shyness & fears on a quest for freedom. Giving birth to…
The Travel AddictTrove Tourism is helping to promote destinations around the World to attract visitors. Excellent.
Danny Cohanpour is the CEO of Trove Tourism Development Adivisors and represents destinations all over the World. Danny's company has helped places like Dubai…
The Travel AddictBorn in Switzerland. Lived in Australia. > Change of Course: Sailing into Love & Adversity on Caribbean Shores.
In her mid 30s and settled in Australia, Regina Meyer was restless and questioning the lifespan of her long-term relationship, unable to quash the insatiable…
The Travel AddictOne of the Travel Addict's favorite islands on the planet. Phuket, Thailand.
As a frequent visitor to Asia, I will typically stop over for a few days in Phuket, Thailand.Located in the Andaman Sea, just west of Thailand, Phuket offers…
The Travel AddictCoach Chris Klesch shares his expertise about how to travel for "pennies on the dollar". Great tips and valuable information.
Coach Chris Klesch is a a professional speaker, coach, and consultant. He is also an expert on how to travel in luxury, economically.Whether it be…
The Travel AddictTraveling to places mentioned in the Bible. A pilgimage with a purpose by John Christopher Frame.
Are you eager to learn more about places in the Bible? Ever thought about traveling to some of them to satisfy your curiosity and bucket list?Would you love to…
The Travel AddictHanging out with the locals in the most marine biodiverse place on earth - Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat is a place not known to many, except maybe avid scuba divers.It is not exactly the easiest place to get to, however the tolerance of nighttime…
The Travel AddictThe Joys of Cruise Vacations. Expert Greg Stamm talks about virtually everything you need to know about sailing the high seas.
For many years now, Greg Stamm has been traveling the world via cruise ships (50+ trips and counting), and his book, "Come Cruise with Me In A Post-COVID…
The Travel AddictHere I go again: Off-the-beaten-path in the World's oldest desert.
When I mentioned that I was going to the country of Namibia to spend time in the world's oldest desert, people asked questions such as, "Where is that?"…
The Travel AddictAuthor, Speaker, Actress, and Motivator, Holly Hester is on a quest to inspire people who have the desire to do great things in life.
Holly Hester is a young Entrepreneur, Author, Speaker, Actress, and lover of people. She has worked in media and Real Estate for over 12 years; in both…
The Travel AddictBerlin conjures up many thoughts. Historical events, iconic buildings, etc. My recent trip briefly explained.
Thinking about Berlin, conjures up many thoughts. It is a city of many historical events, with iconic places to visit. People come from all over the world to…
The Travel AddictFinally visited Lithuania to complete my tour of the Baltic countries, in spite of threats from the Kremlin.
Even the day before I left Manchester Airport, Russia was threatening Lithuania. Many people may have cancelled travel plans, but for reasons of travel…
The Travel AddictVegan Travel. Yes, there is such thing. Listen to expert Brighde Reed talk about great places in the World to visit if your a vegan.
Brighde Reed was raised in the UK, moved to Australia, and has also lived in 6 other countries. She spent a decade in tourism before heading into education…
The Travel AddictGOOD DAY VIETNAM. Thinking about going there? If so, then you must contact Kerry Newsome for an expert's advice. After which you'll be booking your tickets.
Kerry Newsome has a travel and marketing background and has been traveling back and forth to Vietnam from Australia for the last 14 years. She has a genuine…
The Travel AddictAmerican expat Chris Seferyn talks about why he permanently lives overseas and will convince you to consider it. Lots of options out there.
Chris Seferyn grew up in Philly and spent 20 years mostly in the Midwest (Kansas City, MO + New Orleans) building, owning and managing 16 of his own…
The Travel AddictFellow Travel Addict and ex-pat of 6 countries, Jonathan DeLise talks about his teaching escapades overseas.
Like yours truly, Jonathan has traveled to 100+ countries, and has been an expat in a few (Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Hong Kong, China, Japan, and Mexico to some…
The Travel AddictTravel Diaries of an Atypical Businessman - UNFILTERED
It had to happen. With a few edited chapters and one addition, the contents appear to be more relevant today in our troubled World than ever before.Russia…
The Travel AddictAn Expat to Expat discussion about emigrating abroad. Why is there an increasing amount of people doing this? David McNeill of Expat Empire shares his expertise.
As the founder of Expat Empire, David McNeill is focused on inspiring people to move abroad and helping them do it. In addition to producing online courses…
The Travel AddictFrom the Corporate World to Entrepreneurship. Author, podcaster, speaker & mentor, Gavin Sequeira educates & empowers people to turn their dreams into reality.
Gavin Sequeira is the Founder and Managing Director of "Break Free From Corporate"Having enjoyed a successful corporate career reaching senior management…
The Travel AddictFrom the great city of Zurich, Switzerland, the inspirational "Queen of Joy" describes how she uplifts people into a happy place in life
Ronja Sakata is a Life and Business Coach, Food Engineer and Queen of Joy. Since launching in 2013, Ronja treats clients to a secret world of joy and…
The Travel AddictThe Smart Travelista (aka Linda King) from Australia shares her knowledge about the travel industry.
Working as a Banker and a Travel Agent made a good combination for Linda King. She is now an expert on advising people how to save money by traveling.Travel…
The Travel AddictHear why Karen Gershowitz left home at age 17 and then moved onto bigger and greater things in life.
Since leaving home for Europe alone at age seventeen, Karen has traveled to more than ninety countries. By profession she is a meeting facilitator and…
The Travel AddictFrom 3 years hitchhiking around the world to creating a "natural food for medicine" company. Hear Scott Ohlgren's story.
What do you do when you don't enjoy school or college?Get out of town. Start hitchhiking. Pick up jobs wherever you can. Work for free. Sleep on a beach. It…
The Travel AddictRelaxation, Adventure, Beauty and Rich Culture in Luang Prabang in Laos - my recent visit
After visiting Vientiane in Laos a few years before for an enjoyable experience, it was time to take a trip to Luang Prabang, where the Nam Khan and Mekong…
The Travel AddictOne of my new favorite places, Ljubljana, Slovenia. Listen to my brief trip report and you might start thinking about booking flights
Let's get the history out of the way. The country became independent from Yugoslavia in 1992.Ljubljana, Slovenia may be unknown to many people, but if you have…
The Travel AddictThe founder of State of Unity, Cara Tolzman, talks about her travel company that helps people travel with purpose and live with adventure. Also a successful climber of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Cara Tolzman is the founder and SEO of State of Unity, a group travel company that allow adventure-seekers to form new friendships, positively impact…
The Travel AddictManaging a business from a Canal Boat and a Sailing Boat. Jo Caruana describes how she successfully accomplishes this seemingly difficult task.
Jo Caruana is enjoying the working life from a canal boat on the English Canals and a sailing boat in the Mediterranean Sea. A Digital Nomad of sorts but a…
The Travel AddictJeremiah Gilbert is an award-winning photographer and travel writer who has explored over a 100 countries. Pictures to show and stories to tell.
Jeremiah Gilbert is an award-winning photographer and travel writer based out of Southern California. His travels have taken him to over a hundred countries…
The Travel AddictBorn in Myanmar, hear Lya Badgley's story about living in this country and her work at the Museum of Genocide in Cambodia helping to bring war criminals to justice.
A fulfilling life it has been for Lya Badgley. It is not often you meet someone who was born in Yangon, Myanmar. Listen to her experience living in this…
The Travel AddictThe Gusty Winds of Change - Looking back at my time in Moscow during the final days of the Soviet Union
Sometimes you just have to look back at your life and relive an experience.With Ukraine and Russia recently being in the news, my Moscow experience back in…
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The Science of Parking Lots
Maybe there is an underlying science in the management of parking lots to make them efficient and profitable.The reason this became "a thing" with me is due to…
The Travel AddictThe long-awaited release of the audio book - Religion, Spirituality and the way of life in the Himalayas
My epic journey to the Himalayan Kingdoms of Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar and Tibet. Breathtaking scenery, rich culture, historic religious buildings and a sense of…
The Travel AddictAudiobook Narrator and Podcast Host Peter Kersting drops by to chat about teaching overseas and other travel escapades.
I like these types of Podcasts. Honest, fun and educational. Peter shares his knowledge and experience gained from teaching overseas and being a Digital Nomad…
The Travel AddictIndustry influencer, coach & mentor Thomas Kereszti talks about International Business. Culture adjustment, lessons learned, food, mannerisms, success & failure.
Tom helps businesses succeed, especially when they consider expanding into international markets.Although our discussion is primarily about business, we spend…
The Travel AddictMalcolm Teasdale visits Kiev, Ukraine for a few days of sightseeing and education. Architectural beauty, historical monuments, and a history worth learning about.
A lot of people asked the question, "why?" when I mentioned I was visiting the Ukraine. My answer was a prompt "why not?" It became independent from Russia…
The Travel AddictMental Fitness Coach Amy Yip sold all her belongings in New York and moved to Ghana for volunteer work. Hear her story.
When material things and wealth do not become the most important thing in a person's life, but rather the need to help other people, even if just for a few…
The Travel AddictMalcolm Teasdale visits the great city of Krakow, Poland. Auschwitz, Schindlers Factory and the Salt Mines await.
You may not be aware that Krakow, Poland is extremely significant in our history, but not necessarily in a good way.The Auschwitz camps are located about an…
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International travel in the Covid era. An example of how to prepare. Rules & Regulations.
To many, the thought of traveling anywhere these days is too problematic to even consider. Add to that, traveling overseas presents additional anxiety in the…
The Travel AddictTour Manager Evan Pierri chats about his escapades and incidences while on-the-road with musicians. Some wild stuff as you may expect.
Many of us have heard about the wild escapades of some rock bands while on tour. You know who they are. I remember a few headlines from the 70's and 80's from…