Passport Joy Travel Talk

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Have you ever dreamed of leaving it all behind to travel the world? If yes, this is precisely how Matt and Nikki Javit felt before packing their backpacks to leave the United States in February of 2017. They both think that their mid-career retirement will become more common as people pause their hectic lives to seek more from experiences. Both have been featured on podcasts and blogs around the world and Matt has been called the Anthony Bourdain of Barber Shops based on his series World Barber Shop Adventures. Listen in as they share their stories, travel tips, money-saving hacks, and answer your questions in this entertaining podcast recorded from around the world. read less
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98: Puerto Escondido, Mexico
09-12-2021
98: Puerto Escondido, Mexico
We discovered a slice of heaven down here in Southern Mexico. Wow! What a great spot. Sun, sand, great food options, outdoor adventures, easy to get around, scooter vibe, and friendly people. We even went out and saw whales and dolphins on a fun sea trip while catching a massive marlin. A bonus section of this podcast includes my interview on the Thought Hustle podcast giving insight on our big trip and thoughts on the future state of travel. Links Mentioned in the Episode:Thought Hustle show notes: https://www.thoughthustle.com/podcast/show113Day on the Ocean Video: https://youtu.be/VKHpcMZP-jIOmars SportFishing Crew: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g153373-d2397755-Reviews-Omar_s_Sportfishing-Puerto_Escondido_Southern_Mexico.htmliVisa for all your visa needs: https://www.ivisa.com/?utm_source=passportjoy Our travel website gives tips that helped us travel to over 50 countries. Passportjoy.comPodcastGuests helps you find podcasts to tell your story and promote your brand. Use the link: https://podcastguests.com/join/ref/182/Check out COINBASE to get $10 free in bitcoin with link: https://www.coinbase.com/join/javit_lThe complete list of solutions and partners from Passport Joy. https://passportjoy.com/partners/Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world - http://bit.ly/SignUpPJSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
96: Roatan, Honduras Live Podcast from the Island
12-01-2021
96: Roatan, Honduras Live Podcast from the Island
Watch the episode filmed in Roatan, Honduras - https://youtu.be/jzJ8mCMQ7ksRoatan is a Caribbean island off the northern coast of Honduras as part of the Bay Islands. It is home to the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, the second-largest reef system in the world which makes for great scuba, snorkeling, boat trips, and calm sandy beaches. Our trip was full of adventure as we made sure to take advantage of everything that was offered. The amazing people of Roatan make sure you feel welcome and loved. With their great hospitality and eagerness to show you all aspects of the island, it is easy to fall in love with the island life. Getting to Roatan from Northern America is a breeze with easy connecting flights, simple to book Airbnbs, and use of the US dollar. Grocery stores, pharmacies, and ATMs are easy to find. Enjoy the many towns of Roatan that make it unique: Sandy Bay, West End, West Bay, French Harbour, Coxen Hole, Dixon's Cove, Flower's Bay, The East End.Pack light, enjoy the sun, go deep-sea fishing, and party on a yacht! Roatan has it all. Links Mentioned in the Episode:Find Airbnb Stays in Roatan:https://bit.ly/3buhhxKOutstanding Local Guide and Driver:Channin Bodden + wife Kimberlyhttp://www.channinboddentours.com/Whatsapp: +50498845340Deep-Sea Fishing:Lonny Miller + his son Anthonywww.roatanfishinganglers.comhttps://www.facebook.com/roatanfishinganglers/Scuba Diving:Ernesto - Banana Hut Burgers Dive Shophttps://www.banananutburgers.com/homeEpic Yacht Party:Rob and Natasha - Amavi Chartershttps://www.amavicharters.com/ Best Bar and Sportsbar in West End:Sundowners Beach BarSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
95: Live from Miami Beach, Florida
23-12-2020
95: Live from Miami Beach, Florida
We just had a great week in Miami Beach, Florida soaking up the sun, going out to restaurants and bars, and enjoying the freedoms of travel. We felt like everything was extremely safe and people were taking the right precautions. I had the chance to connect with my buddy Chris Gayle, met heavyweight champ Tyson Fury, and connected with an old friend of Nikki. The cars and yachts are out of control on South Beach and it was so much fun to them check out. I also got a great haircut in Little Havana. Listen in to this podcast to hear all of the highlights of what it is like to vacation in Miami during these odd times. Main Topic Covered:Traveling in FloridaLinks Mentioned in the Episode:Book List for 2021 - https://passportjoy.com/2021booksThe complete list of solutions and partners from Passport Joy. https://passportjoy.com/partners/COINBASE link to get $10 free in bitcoin - https://www.coinbase.com/join/javit_lBLOCK FI is a strong company that allows you to make interest on your bitcoin, then take out an interest-only loan without touching your crypto while you travel. https://blockfi.mxuy67.net/c/1209671/907782/10568World Barber Shop Adventures is on Amazon Prime https://amzn.to/2v0WY88Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world - http://bit.ly/SignUpPJSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
93: Finance Set Up Now for World Travel Later
15-10-2020
93: Finance Set Up Now for World Travel Later
This podcast is all about how to get your finances lined up before taking that big trip around the world. We used this system to travel stress-free for 27 months to 35 countries. Safe, secure, efficient. Multiple checking accounts, credit cards, bitcoin storage, account freezing, and more.  Links Mentioned in the Episode:The complete list of solutions and partners from Passport Joy. https://passportjoy.com/partners/We set up our Living Trust through Legal Zoom. https://www.legalzoom.com/personal/estate-planning/living-trust-overview.html Charles SCHWAB gives unlimited ATM fee rebates and they are now partnered with TD AMERITRADE. Plus they have amazing customer service. https://www.schwab.com/Find a local bank and build a relationship.Set up the internal and external transfers BEFORE you leave on your trip. Test run this stuff!BLOCK FI is a strong company that allows you to make interest on your bitcoin, then take out an interest-only loan without touching your crypto while you travel. https://blockfi.mxuy67.net/c/1209671/907782/10568Citi Prestige is a great card that gives you access to outstanding travel points. https://www.citi.com/credit-cards/credit-card-details/citi.action?ID=citi-prestige-cardChase Shappire is another excellent card for travel benefits - https://creditcards.chase.com/rewards-credit-cards/sapphire/reserveIf you are looking to do US-based travel only, I would suggest the Southwest Chase card. https://creditcards.chase.com/southwest/homePriority Pass is a must if you are traveling in and out of airports around the country or world. https://www.prioritypass.com/Freeze your credit once you have what you want to set up; Transunion, Experian, EquifaxCash App is great for sharing money back home or with other travelers - Try it using my code and you’ll get $5. TBZRJKD - https://cash.app/app/TBZRJKDUse Express VPN when accessing the internet from cafes, Airbnbs, or hotels when traveling. http://bit.ly/MattExpressListen how to take advantage of WorkAway or TrustedHousesitters in Podcast 25: Free Travel with Pet and House Sits https://passportjoy.com/petsit-podcast/ World Barber Shop Adventures is on Amazon Prime https://amzn.to/2v0WY88Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world - http://bit.ly/SignUpPJSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
92: Where You Can Travel Now (+ What I Would Do)
14-09-2020
92: Where You Can Travel Now (+ What I Would Do)
With the travel restrictions continuing, many are wondering where they can go now. As this is an everchanging list, I am creating my WHAT I WOULD DO NOW list (dreamingly) based on what is currently open to Americans as our visas and money are not currently wanted around the world. There are plenty of amazing places to visit, and a few very unique opportunities, if you are comfortable flying to these unforgettable spots. Listen to this episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk to discover an idea of where you should go during the Fall of this wacky 2020.Main Topics Covered:Where You Can Travel NowWhat We Would DoUnique Travel OpportunitiesIdeas for Long-Term TravelersLinks Mentioned in the Episode:We loved our time in Dhermi, Albania (Incredible Beaches) and would love to go back - https://passportjoy.com/dhermi-albania/Croatia Island Travel (Yacht Week & 2 More Weeks Exploring) - https://passportjoy.com/croatia-island-travel/Jamaica is open. I had a blast hanging out with Cricket Star Chris Gayle in Kingston, Jamaica - https://passportjoy.com/chris-gayle/You can visit Guayaquil, Ecuador now too - https://passportjoy.com/guayaquil/And while you are there you need to see if you can go to the Galapagos Islands (One of Earth’s Most Unique Locations) - https://passportjoy.com/podcast-galapagos-islands/If you don't mind the 14 days in isolation, you could do an Ireland Road Trip - https://passportjoy.com/ireland-road-trip/World Barber Shop Adventures is on Amazon Prime https://amzn.to/2v0WY88Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world - http://bit.ly/SignUpPJSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
87: Convos (Panama, Philippines) during the Crisis
15-04-2020
87: Convos (Panama, Philippines) during the Crisis
During this series of discussions, I am catching up with a wide range of friends from around the world to see how the current crisis is affecting them and their hometowns. In this episode, I catch up with Expat Financial Strategist Mikkel Thorup who is currently in Panama and a podcast engineer expert, Dave, in the Philippines.  Main Topics Covered: Mikkel Thorup in Panama David in the Philippines Links Mentioned in the Episode: Mikkel discusses global strategies to protect your wealth at Expat Money Show  He talks about Second Passports, Offshore Banking, International Trusts, Flag Theory, Tax Strategies And Global Investment at the EscapeArtist.com  Get Mikkel’s book today! Expat Secrets: How To Pay Zero Taxes, Live Overseas & Make Giant Piles of Money  Are you ready to get your podcast going or need critical advice? Check out Dave on PodcastEngineers.com Panama City, Casco Viejo, and San Blas (Sailing Adventure in Panama) Cebu + Moalboal Philippines (Scuba and Scooters) Philippines (2 Weeks of Adventure Travel) Season 3 of World Barber Shop Adventures is on Amazon Prime   Looking for a Father’s Day gift for a police officer? Check out my book that showcases officers around the world.   Check out the list of recommended books for 2020 from my high-performing peers.  Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
84: Convos during COVID (Ecuador, Singapore, Romania)
06-04-2020
84: Convos during COVID (Ecuador, Singapore, Romania)
During this series of discussions, I am catching up with a wide range of friends from around the world to see how the current crisis is affecting them and their hometowns. In this episode, I catch up with one of the stars from Narcos Season 3, Andres Crespo, from Guayaquil, Ecuador, a friend I met at a business networking event in Singapore, and the host of The Gratitude Podcast, Georgian Benta from Romania. Main Topics Covered: Guayaquil, Ecuador with Andres Singapore with Scott Romania with Georgian Links Mentioned in the Episode: Andres Crespo was a star in Seasons 3 of Narcos on Netflix  Scott just founded a new company called Travel Horse in Singapore where they will watch your luggage as you enjoy the city.  Georgian Benta hosts an uplifting and powerful podcast called The Gratitude Podcast  Find out why we loved our visit to Singapore in Podcast 36: Singapore and Kuala Lumpur Travel (2 Kinds of Awesome) -  The Galapagos Islands (One of Earth’s Most Unique Locations) was an unbelievable trip for us.  Get a glimpse of the beauty of Bucharest, Romania on World Barber Shop Adventures.  Looking for a gift for a police officer? Check out my book that showcases officers around the world.  Season 3 of World Barber Shop Adventures is on Amazon Prime  Check out the list of recommended books for 2020 from my high-performing peers.  Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
82: Cebu + Moalboal Philippines (Scuba and Scooters)
05-03-2020
82: Cebu + Moalboal Philippines (Scuba and Scooters)
We loved our time in Cebu, Philippines so much that we canceled a trip to the exotic island of Boracay to spend more time. Having the chance to really get to know Moalboal over our ten days was special. From the families we met to the Scuba certification we achieved - our trip was a fun adventure. The beautiful beaches, the great nightlife, tasty food, fun locals, and cultural experiences like cockfighting, all added up to a vacation of a lifetime. Main Topics Covered: Cebu + Moalboal Philippines Travel Links Mentioned in the Episode: The ad for the Philippines that I saw in an airport and loved.  The awesome bar in IT Park Cebu - The Park Social - where we watched the Super Bowl.  The Airbnb that we stayed at in Moalboal. My big brother Chuck in a photo with our barber in Manila. Military Grade flashlight is an important part of my traveling bag. Cebu Diving Centre is absolutely awesome place to get certified or do local dives.  A few of our favorites included the Mayim for breakfast, The Pleasure Principle for dinner, and Chili Bar for nightlife Oslob Wild Monkey Viewing was a fun way to visit locals that help keep monkeys in their back ‘yard’. The Tumlog Falls and Kawasan Falls are gorgeous and worth the long trip into the forest. The Moalboal Cockpit on Sundays is a ton of fun. Check back soon for my video discussing the matter. A great local guide, Dax, showed us a great time traveling around the island.  My brother got the bug to travel more based on our journey to Da Nang, Vietnam (Trip of a Lifetime). Looking for a gift for a police officer? Check out my book that showcases officers around the world.  Season 3 of World Barber Shop Adventures is on Amazon Prime.  Check out the list of recommended books for 2020 from my high-performing peers.  Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
81: Philippines (2 Weeks of Adventure Travel)
28-02-2020
81: Philippines (2 Weeks of Adventure Travel)
We spent two full weeks getting to know the Filipino way of life visiting Manila, Cebu, and Moalboal. We scootered around the islands having a blast diving off waterfalls, getting scuba certified, hanging out with monkeys, and soaking up the sun. We visited Manny Pacquiao’s training facility in Manila, watched the Super Bowl in a huge bar, and bet the games at one of their awesome casinos. I had no idea I would love the Philippines as much as I did and you will too. The people are amazingly kind, speak great English, and love basketball. If you want to know what we did during our two weeks, tune in to this episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk. Main Topics Covered: Philippines Travel Links Mentioned in the Episode: My brother got the bug to travel more based on our journey to Da Nang, Vietnam (Trip of a Lifetime). Manny Pacquiao’s training facility in Manila is at Elorde Boxing Gym in Pasay City. We watched the Super Bowl at The Social at IT Park. Where we stayed in Moalboal on the beach that we booked through Airbnb. Cebu Diving Centre was outstanding and a wonderful place to get our scuba certification. Solaire Resort and Casino was a gorgeous casino. There was a big poker tournament going on at Okada Casino. Looking for a gift for a police officer? Check out my book that showcases officers around the world.  Season 3 of World Barber Shop Adventures is on Amazon Prime  Check out the list of recommended books for 2020 from my high-performing peers.  Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.