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Takeoff to Travel
Takeoff to Travel
27 episodes
4 hours ago
Takeoff to Travel follows your hosts, Collin and Olivia. We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. In November 2022, we landed in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.
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Takeoff to Travel follows your hosts, Collin and Olivia. We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. In November 2022, we landed in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.
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Episodes (20/27)
Takeoff to Travel
What To Do, See, and Eat in Nuremberg, Germany in 2023 | Episode 27

Nuremberg, Germany is one of the most famous cities in Bavaria, Germany, largely because of their Christmas market. However, the city is notable for more than just that celebration, not to mention its proximity to a number of great day trips. In this episode, Collin and Olivia share their favorite day trips they’ve taken, their favorite activities in the Alstadt (Old Town) and of course, the foods you should make sure to try when you are exploring Germany.

Resources:

Charles Schwab Debit Card

Christmas Store in Rothenberg Ob Der Tauber 

Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Walking Tour

Bayreuth Opera House

Palm Room in Bayreuth New Palace

Burg Abenburg (the castle we stayed in)


Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to takeofftotravelpodcast@gmail.com! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
29 minutes 57 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
What You NEED to Know Before Going to Oktoberfest | Episode 26

Oktoberfest is one of the most famous festivals in the world with millions of visitors a year - but there’s a lot you should know ahead of time about how to make the most of your time there. From how much you can expect to spend on food and drinks to what you need to know about getting a seat in the tents, tune in to this episode to learn what Collin and Olivia learned from their time exploring the beer festival in Munich. 

Resources:

Charles Schwab Debit Card

Split Blue Lagoon Tour

Split Pub Crawl

Rent Oktoberfest Outfits in Munich

Salzburg Card

49 Euro Germany Travel Ticket 

Salzburg Hostel

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to takeofftotravelpodcast@gmail.com! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
24 minutes 33 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
Your Ultimate Guide to Visiting Croatia in 2023 | Episode 25

Croatia has had a reputation for being a hidden gem of Europe for several years now, but the reality is that in 2023, it is nearly as popular (and expensive) as many other European countries. That being said, there are some ways to save money while still exploring the country and seeing all it offers. In this episode, Collin and Olivia share their travel tips for everything from ways to enjoy the cities of Dubrovnik and Split to the best ways to island hop on Hvar, Bol, and Korcula. 

Resources:

Charles Schwab Debit Card

Game of Thrones Tour

Krka National Park

Klis Fortress

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to takeofftotravelpodcast@gmail.com! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
26 minutes 12 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
The Most Beautiful Country We've Been To | Episode 24

When planning which countries to visit on your next trip to Europe, it’s easy to plan to hit the major highlights like Italy, France, and Spain. However, Collin and Olivia stumbled upon a country that they think you absolutely MUST add to your list: Montenegro. The country's natural beauty and places like Kotor, Perast, Durmitor National Park, and Tara Canyon make the entire country a feast for the eyes and the senses. Listen to this episode for some key recommendations about what to do that will make your trip to the Balkan country unforgettable.

Resources:

Charles Schwab Debit Card

Our Quirky Kotor Airbnb

Blue Barracuda Speedboat Tour

White Water Rafting

North Montenegro Day Tour


Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to takeofftotravelpodcast@gmail.com! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
33 minutes 28 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
This City is Europe's Last Hidden Gem | Episode 23

Until recently, Croatia was considered the last hidden gem of Europe, but the secret’s out and it is no longer the cheap, undiscovered location it once was. However, Collin and Olivia recently discovered a European capital city that blew them away in terms of affordability, quality of activities, and overall feel. Listen to this episode for some key recommendations about what to do (and avoid) in Europe's last hidden gem.

Resources:

Charles Schwab Debit Card

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long-term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to takeofftotravelpodcast@gmail.com! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
30 minutes 27 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
What Albania is Like in 2023 | Episode 22

Despite slowly gaining popularity as a tourist destination, Albania is still a relatively unknown country for many tourists. In this episode, Collin and Olivia share their stories and culture shocks from their first few weeks there, and provide advice about what to expect when it comes to transportation, foods, and culture.

Resources:

Charles Schwab Debit Card

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to takeofftotravelpodcast@gmail.com! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
39 minutes 35 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
How We Saved Over $500 Sightseeing in London | Episode 21

While exploring London, Collin and Olivia saw over 30 major tourist attractions, from Westminster Abbey to the London Zoo. What’s more, they saved over $500 while doing it. How? With the 10 day London Pass. In this episode, they discuss the London Pass: how it worked, how much money it saved them, and whether it was worth it overall.

Resources:

London Pass

  • ArcelorMittal Orbit

  • London Stadium

  • AllStar Lanes

  • Chocolate Cocktail Club

  • St Paul’s Cathedral

  • London Tower Bridge

  • Tower of London

  • Kensington Palace

  • Queen’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace

  • Curzon Cinema

  • London Zoo

  • Twickenham Stadium

  • Kew Gardens

  • Windsor Palace

  • Kia Oval

  • Westminster Abbey

  • Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour

  • Harry Potter Walking Tour

  • Shakespeare’s Globe Theater

  • Hampton Court Palace

  • Fuller’s Brewery Tour

Wicked

Natural History Museum

National Gallery

Platform 9 3/4

High Tea

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to takeofftotravelpodcast@gmail.com! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months with just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long-term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
35 minutes 45 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
What You Need to Know to Visit London on a Budget | Episode 20

London, England can be expensive, but luckily, there are ways to do it without spending a ton. Collin and Olivia share their top tips for visiting the British capital on a budget - from packing a picnic to visiting the many free museums, they’ve got you covered. 

Resources:

⁠Free Walking Tour Westminster⁠

⁠British Museum⁠

⁠Science Museum⁠

⁠Victoria and Albert Museum⁠

⁠Hill Garden and Pergola⁠

⁠Harry Potter Studio Tour London⁠

⁠London Pass⁠

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look ⁠here⁠. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Send us your questions to ⁠takeofftotravelpodcast@gmail.com⁠! Want more? Follow our Instagram - ⁠@takeofftotravelpodcast. ⁠

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
35 minutes 52 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
Lessons From 6 Months of Full Time Travel | Bonus Episode

In this bonus episode, Collin and Olivia discuss the realities of full-time travel and share reflections from their last six months of seeing the world. 

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long-term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real-time updates. 

Send us your questions to takeofftotravelpodcast@gmail.com! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months for just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
20 minutes 19 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
The Truth About Aix-En-Provence, France | Episode 18

Collin and Olivia discuss their recent travels to Annecy, France and Geneva Switzerland, as well as share the truth about what it is really like to live in Aix-en-Provence, France for a month. 

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long-term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real-time updates. 

Resources: 

  • Flixbus

  • Les Fils a Maman

  • La Boca Loca (Collin’s burrito recommendation)

  • How to Hike Mont Sainte Victoire from Aix en Provence

  • Our Travel Spreadsheet 

Send us your questions to takeofftotravelpodcast@gmail.com! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.


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2 years ago
26 minutes 3 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
Culture Shocks in Spain | Episode 17

Collin and Olivia discuss the culture shocks they discovered in Spain and describe their first impressions of Aix-en-Provence, their French destination for the month of May.

Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 

Resources: 

  • El Chaparrito Restaurant - Collin’s pick

  • Taberna El Buo - Olivia’s pick

  • Our Travel Spreadsheet 

Send us your questions to takeofftotravelpodcast@gmail.com! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
22 minutes 42 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
Do’s and Don’ts of Madrid, Spain | Episode 16

Collin and Olivia share recommendations for the best sites to see in Madrid and which ones you can skip, and discuss a uniquely provocative show that they saw while in town. 


Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 


Resources: 

  • Anton Martin Market (alternative to San Miguel)

  • Retiro Park rowboats

  • Reina Sofia Art Museum

  • Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

  • Prado Museum

  • Royal Palace of Madrid

  • Our Travel Spreadsheet 


Send us your questions to takeofftotravelpodcast@gmail.com! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
26 minutes 57 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
What to Expect When You Get to Madrid, Spain | Episode 15

Collin and Olivia share first impressions of Madrid and discuss the country’s culinary delicacies and cultural differences, and expose a full-time travel myth.


Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long-term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real-time updates. 

Resources: 

  • Rick Steve’s Venice Tour

  • Cercanias Train From the Madrid Airport

  • San Gines Chocolate and Churros

  • Cien Montaditos Sandwich Chain


Send us your questions to takeofftotravelpodcast@gmail.com! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
33 minutes 43 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
What You NEED to Know Before You Go to Florence, Italy | Episode 14

Hello friends! 

Welcome to the 14th episode of Takeoff to Travel with your hosts, Collin and Olivia. In this episode, we shared our do’s and don’ts for Florence, Italy.


Tune into this episode to hear about: 

· Some common questions we’ve been asked about traveling full time

· The culture shocks we’ve experienced in Italy

· How to find good gelato and restaurants (and avoid the bad)

· The do’s and don’ts for Florence


Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 


Resources: 

  • Omio

  • Travelon Bags

  • Olivia’s anti-theft travel backpack

  • Why Europeans Don’t Refrigerate Their Eggs

  • Santo Ambrogio Market

  • Semel Street Food

  • I Fratellini Sandwiches

  • Trattoria Anita

  • I Tarocchi Ristorante Pizzeria

  • Riva Reno Gelato

  • Vivoli Gelato

  • Perche No! Gelato


Send us your questions to takeofftotravelpodcast@gmail.com! Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
25 minutes 55 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
Don’t Miss These Experiences in Florence, Italy | Episode 13

Hello friends! 

Welcome to the 13th episode of Takeoff to Travel with your hosts, Collin and Olivia. In this episode, we shared our top recommendations for activities to do in Florence. 


Tune into this episode to hear about: 

· A cooking class / wine tasting in the tuscan hills

· The top five museums we recommend visiting (and the ones we don’t)

· Two cities just a day-trip away that you can’t miss 

· Challenges we’ve faced because we don’t speak Italian


Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 


Resources Mentioned in the Episode: 

  • Santa Croce church

  • Palazzo Vecchio Tower

  • Uffizi Gallery

  • Boboli Gardens

  • Medici Chapel

  • Piazzale Michelangelo

  • The Wine Tasting / Cooking Class in Italian Villa Airbnb Experience

  • Firenze Card

  • Our Travel Spreadsheet 


The Full List of Museums We Visited:

  • Museo di San Marco

  • Museo di Palazzo Vecchio

  • Galleria dell’Accademia

  • Museo dell’Opificio delle Pietre Dure

  • Basilica San Lorenzo

  • Fondazione Palazzo Strozzi

  • Cappelle Medicee

  • Palazzo Medici Riccardi

  • Santa Maria Novella

  • Palazzo Pitti - Boboli Gardino (included four other museums inside)

  • Complesso monumentale di Santa Croce

  • Museo Nazionale del Bargello

  • Torre di Palazzo Vecchio

Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We first arrived in Chiang Mai, Thailand in November 2022, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
31 minutes 30 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
How to Visit Rome on a Budget | Episode 12

Hello friends! 

Welcome to the 12th episode of Takeoff to Travel with your hosts, Collin and Olivia. In this episode, we talked about our adventures getting from Australia to Italy, and shared some our first impressions of Rome and Florence.


Tune into this episode to hear about: 

· How to survive a 15 hour flight

· Our first impressions of Rome and Florence

· Some lessons we’ve learned so far about Italian food

· Ways that we are living large on a budget in Italy


Travel Spreadsheet: 

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey. 

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates. 


Resources: 

  • Leonardo Express train

  • Semel Street Food (Collin’s favorite sandwich)

  • All’Antico Vinaio (the subpar sandwich to avoid) 

  • Firenze Card

  • Our Travel Spreadsheet 


Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We are currently in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and work our way across the world over the next 14 months. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.


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2 years ago
29 minutes 23 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
The Ultimate Guide to Gold Coast, Australia | Episode 11

Hello friends!

Welcome to the eleventh episode of Takeoff to Travel with your hosts, Collin and Olivia. In this episode, we talked about adventures we’ve had throughout the Gold Coast, and shared some valuable information for any travelers looking to visit.

Tune into this episode to hear about:

· The tours we’ve been on: Glow Worms, Mt. Tambourine, and Springbrook National Park

· Our day trips to Moreton Island, Byron Bay and Noosa

· The unique foods of Australia that we have tried

· Culture shocks we’ve experienced in Australia

· Expectations vs Reality for the Gold Coast

· What we expect out of Italy

Travel Spreadsheet:

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey.

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates.

Resources:

· Scenic Day Tours

· Moreton Island Day Trip

· Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

· Our Travel Spreadsheet 

Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We are currently in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and work our way across the world over the next 14 months. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
36 minutes 39 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
Three Day Itinerary for Singapore | Episode Ten

Hello friends!

Welcome to the tenth episode of Takeoff to Travel with your hosts, Collin and Olivia. In this episode, we talked about our adventures in Singapore and our first impressions of Australia.

Tune into this episode to hear about:

· Our three day itinerary in Singapore (and some tips to save money)

· The red-eye flight from hell

· What to expect when going through immigration in Australia

· Olivia’s surfing lesson and the other tours we have booked

· The overall theme of Australia

Travel Spreadsheet:

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey.

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates.

Resources:

· Our Singapore capsule hotel

· The Raffles Hotel Singpore

· Maxwell Hawker Center

· Priority Pass

· Surfing lesson

· Our Travel Spreadsheet 

Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We are currently in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and work our way across the world over the next 14 months. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
33 minutes 30 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
What We Wish We Knew Before Going to Vietnam | Episode Nine

Hello friends!

Welcome to the ninth episode of Takeoff to Travel with your hosts, Collin and Olivia. In this episode, we talked about what our experiences were like celebrating the Lunar New Year in Vietnam.

Tune into this episode to hear about:

· What it’s like to celebrate the Lunar New Year (Tet) in Vietnam

· The Cornflakes story

· The bad luck date

· What we wish we had known before going to Vietnam

Travel Spreadsheet:

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey.

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates.

Resources:

· Happy New Year Song

· The pizza restaurant we went to in Ho Chi Minh

· The fancy hotel we stayed in

· Our Travel Spreadsheet 

Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We are currently in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and work our way across the world over the next 14 months. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
35 minutes 17 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
Rats Living in Our Kitchen | Episode Eight

Hello friends!

Welcome to the eighth episode of Takeoff to Travel with your hosts, Collin and Olivia. In this episode, we talked about some of the sights we saw, our Friday the 13th from hell and shared an important lesson about the Vietnamese e-visa.

Tune into this episode to hear about:

· Our experience at Bui Vien Street (the Vietnam red light district) and the anti-American War Remnants Museum

· The eight story Cafe Apartments that Olivia adored

· Our Friday the 13th from hell & how we discovered the rats in our kitchen

· An important lesson about the Vietnamese e-visa

· Our expectations for Tet (the Lunar New Year)

Travel Spreadsheet:

If you’re curious about how much money we anticipated spending in each place on our list (and also how much we have ACTUALLY spent so far), you can take a look here. We hope to make long term travel feel more accessible and attainable for everyone, so we are going to be incredibly transparent with our finances along the journey.

Make sure to check our spreadsheet throughout the year to see real time updates.

Resources:

· About Bui Vien

· War Remnants Museum

· Ho Chi Minh Fine Arts Museum

· The Cafe Apartments

· Our Travel Spreadsheet 

Want more? Follow our Instagram - @takeofftotravelpodcast. 

About Us: We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. We are currently in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and work our way across the world over the next 14 months. Throughout the podcast, we will share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We’ll share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.

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2 years ago
34 minutes 51 seconds

Takeoff to Travel
Takeoff to Travel follows your hosts, Collin and Olivia. We’re a couple traveling the world for 14 months on just $25,000 each. In November 2022, we landed in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and have been working our way across the world ever since. Throughout the podcast, we share our advice to make long term travel feel less overwhelming and more accessible. We share practical advice and stories that will make your travelers smoother, cheaper, and more doable.