Jeff Jenkins is an award-winning content creator and travel journalist, also Founder of Chubby Diaries and Co-founder of Black Travel Alliance, and has sat on The Points Guy Advisory Panel. He has created a community that encourages and motivates plus-size people to travel the world.

Jeff is helping plus-size people and Black people feel represented in the travel industry. In this episode, we talk about his blog, Chubby Diaries, and his three pillars of inclusion including accessibility, comfort, and community. Jeff talks about how important it is to see people like himself traveling, in order to encourage other plus-size and Black people to feel welcome to explore the world.

We discussed tips for plus-size folks when traveling, how to prepare for a trip, and how to feel comfortable in the outdoors! We even discussed what airlines will give plus-size folks a free extra seat, and some essentials like bringing your own seatbelt extenders, plus-size wet suits, and what outdoor brands have plus-size backpacks.

Most importantly, Jeff talks to people “where they are right now,” as most of the content on the internet is focused on weight loss, rather than how bigger people should feel comfortable traveling now!

Jeff has been featured in several notable publications such as Forbes, New York Times, Washington Post, Google, Travel Noire, Essence, Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet, Texas Monthly, Outdoor Retailers, and The Point Guy. He helps people travel the world no matter their size through community, branded content, and motivational talks. You can expect 100% authenticity, transparency, and lots of fun. He has a skill of drawing out big dreams in people and every time you are around him you can expect to enjoy yourself! Jeff’s enthusiastic personality, charisma, and contagious big smile makes him one of a kind!

In this episode of The Millennial Travel Podcast I discuss with Jeff Jenkins: 

• Travel tips for plus-size people
• What destinations are doing a good job of being inclusive for plus-size travelers? 
• What are some challenges that black people face traveling? How can we be more sensitive? 
• Jeff’s role with the Black Travel Alliance
• Financial literacy when it comes to traveling and people can invest in themselves 

The Millennial Travel Podcast Rapid Fire Questions I ask Jeff Jenkins: 

• Favorite restaurant in the entire world? 
• Favorite country in the world?
• One thing you couldn’t travel without?

Listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Soundcloud, Spotify, or Youtube.

You can find all the links and past show notes on millennialtravelpodcast.com

Direct support for The Millennial Travel Podcast comes from The Millennial Travel Guidebook: Escape More, Spend Less, & Make Travel a Priority in Your Life.

Looking for more great content? Check out The Ultimate Guide to Solo Travel.

Mike Schibel was born and raised in Pacific Palisades, California, and was exposed to stunning travel destinations from my crib!  When he was five, his Grandparents gushed about a recent trip to Egypt and after seeing those Pyramids, he knew I had to travel!  

As a Junior at the University of Arizona, Mike was ready for something new.  He spent a semester abroad in London, exploring Europe, Scandinavia, and North Africa. Mike stepped way outside my comfort zone and tried new things.  

All roads led back to LA and the Entertainment industry post-college. For a decade, he rose the ranks as an agent and talent manager.  Which of course led to the search for a deeper meaning in my life.

In 2010 Schibel bought a one-way ticket to Australia.  Without a plan, he spent a year on the road, meeting interesting people, seeing incredible places, and having memorable inspiring conversations. 

Mike’s passion for traveling, storytelling, and community building led me to launch, “Travel With Meaning” in 2017. He created “Travel Talk Live” to bring travelers together to recreate the feelings he experienced on the road, build an authentic community to inspire and encourage others to travel.  

In the Spring of 2019, Mike launched the “Travel With Meaning” Podcast to continue to grow our community.

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In this episode of The Millennial Travel Podcast I discuss with Mike Schibel: 

• How did Mike get started with travel? 
• Has Mike ever tried to make others happy in other to find his own fulfillment? 
• Tell us about his experience at Cafe Gratitude in San Francisco. 
• How does Mike try to work gratitude into his life? 
• How can we be more “pura vida” in our life and live a more grateful life? 
• How can we be as present at home as we when we are traveling? 
• How did Mike start the Travel with Meaning Podcast?

The Millennial Travel Podcast Rapid Fire Questions I ask Mike Schibel: 

• If Mike could go anywhere for a life-changing retreat where would it be?
• • Peru! 
• If he could have one person on the Travel with Meaning podcast who would it be?
• Mike’s top place to have a meaningful conversation
• The country that has made the most impact on Mike 

Listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Soundcloud, Spotify, or Youtube.

You can find all the links and past show notes on millennialtravelpodcast.com

Direct support for The Millennial Travel Podcast comes from The Millennial Travel Guidebook: Escape More, Spend Less, & Make Travel a Priority in Your Life.

Looking for more great content? Check out The Ultimate Guide to Solo Travel.

Jill 8pK9nwhyuxDlKt6VsA47Johnson grew up in North Jersey and began camping with her parents before she could walk. After receiving her Master’s in Special Education she moved to California and explored all it has to offer: deserts, sequoias, mountains, beaches, valleys, and SUNSETS. 

Jill has since backpacked Central America and the Pacific Northwest along with various other national parks. If you don’t find her in the forest she will likely be swimming in the ocean, stretched on a yoga mat, or snuggling with her own, or random strangers’ dogs. She is always ready for the next adventure and her glass is always overflowing with plenty to share! You can find her all season as a Trip Leader on Under30Experiences US National Parks Camping and Hiking Trips.

In this episode of The Millennial Travel Podcast I discuss with Jill Johnson: 

• Why does she love cows so much?! 
• How did she fall in love with the outdoors? What did her parents do with her growing up? 
• What does Jill pay attention to when she is spending time in nature? And what can people at home sense?
• What are some of Jill’s favorite books related to the outdoors and nature? 
• How to leave the distractions of modern life behind when people are in nature? 
• How can people learn to appreciate nature more? 
• How did Jill get into yoga and meditation? 
• How can people bring the practice of yoga into their life, even if they don’t have time to roll out their yoga mat?
• How unimportant we all are, but also how beautiful and grandiose we all are...
• When did Jill start traveling as a solo traveler?
• How Half Dome in Yosemite National Park changed Jill’s life?
• Where did Jill do her yoga teacher training in Thailand? 
• • The island was Koh Phangan of Koh Pha-Ngan and the retreat center was Samma Karuna
• What are Jill’s travel plans for the summer? 

Resources from Jill Johnson: 

• You Are Here by Thich Nhat Hanh 
• Wherever You Go There You Are by Jon Kabat-Zinn
• The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben 
• Free Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course based on Jon Kabat-Zinn’s work at MIT, Matt has taken
• Matt’s episode with Joe K the Co-founder of Hurley and Billabong
• Follow Jill on Instagram @jilllovescows

Listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Soundcloud, Spotify, or Youtube.

You can find all the links and past show notes on millennialtravelpodcast.com

Direct support for The Millennial Travel Podcast comes from The Millennial Travel Guidebook: Escape More, Spend Less, & Make Travel a Priority in Your Life.

Looking for more great content? Check out The Ultimate Guide to Solo Travel. 8pK9nwhyuxDlKt6VsA478pK9nwhyuxDlKt6VsA47

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• Scott’s experience getting the COVID-19 vaccine and what the vaccine means for travel.
• When Scott’s book Take More Vacations: How to Search Better, Book Cheaper, and Travel the World is coming out.
• How does Scott follow travel news regarding flights? 
• What are vaccine passports and are vaccine passports needed for international travel? 
• Is your vaccination certificate allow you to travel internationally? 
• Do I need a yellow vaccination certificate from the WHO to travel internationally? 
• Will domestic travel within the United States require vaccination? 
• What are the entrance requirements for COVID-19 tests and vaccinations for Hawaii? 
• What airlines have empty middle seats? What are airline capacities like post-pandemic? 
• When is New York City opening? 
• Are there flights where everyone takes a COVID-19 test?
• How to stay on top of entrance requirements and testing requirements for travel? 
• Are there COVID-19 rapid tests at airports in the United States?
• How much are rapid tests for COVID-19? 
• Some hotels are providing free tests for guests to return to the United States.
• How Scott started Scott’s Cheap flights.
• How Scott encourages his readers to “take happier trips.” 
• Why it’s so important to have a trip to look forward to.
• Why it’s better to take a few trips per year rather than just one big trip… and how to find cheap flights!
• What were Scott’s 2020 travel plans that got cancelled and what do Scott’s 2021 travel plans look like? 

• Does using an incognito window save your money on flights? 
• What is the best day to book flights? Is Tuesday a good day to book flights? 
• How to find cheap business class flights?

• Signup for Scott’s Cheap Flights Newsletter
• Scott’s new book: Take More Vacations: How to Search Better, Book Cheaper, and Travel the World

David McNeill is the founder of Expat Empire. He is focused on inspiring people to move abroad and showing them how to do it. In addition to producing books, podcasts, blog posts, meetup events, and more, Expat Empire offers personalized consulting services to give everyone the opportunity to achieve their international dreams.

David started Expat Empire because he has a genuine passion for living abroad. He left the United States in 2014 and has since lived in Tokyo, Berlin, and Porto.

In this episode of The Millennial Travel Podcast I discuss with David McNeill:
How he found his first job abroad
What life is like in Portugal
What life is like in Germany
What like is like in Japan
How he makes friends living abroad
How David supports himself consulting with people to move abroad
How getting laid off abroad led David to start an international business
How David is pursuing his European Passport via Portugal.
What David thinks about expatriating yourself and tax implications of living abroad as an American
How David learns new languages

The Millennial Travel Podcast Rapid Fire Questions I ask David McNeill:

Where he recommends people move for a minimum of two years? (Berlin!)
Where is the best digital nomad / freelancer hub besides Berlin? (Portugal, Bali, Thailand)

Full shownotes: http://under30experiences.com/blog/how-to-move-abroad-with-david-mcneill-of-expat-empire

Matt Wilson is Co-founder and CEO of Under30Experiences, and the author of The Millennial Travel Guidebook.

Today Matt shares his experience traveling the world for the last decade in MTP23: Solo Travel Guide to Europe.

Read the full article: https://www.under30experiences.com/blog/solo-travel-destinations-in-south-america

Reach out to Matt on Instagram: @mattwilsontv

Matt Wilson is Co-founder and CEO of Under30Experiences, and the author of The Millennial Travel Guidebook.

Today Matt shares his experience traveling the world for the lsat decaide in MTP22: Solo Travel Destinations in South America.

Read the full article: https://www.under30experiences.com/blog/solo-travel-destinations-in-south-america

Reach out to Matt on Instagram: @mattwilsontv

Matt Wilson is Co-founder and CEO of Under30Experiences, and the author of The Millennial Travel Guidebook.

Today Matt shares his experience traveling the world for the last decade in MTP21: Solo Travel Destinations in Mexico, Central America, & the Caribbean. Matt lived in Central America between 2012 and 2019.

Read the full article: https://www.under30experiences.com/blog/solo-travel-destinations-in-mexico-central-america-the-caribbean

Follow Matt on Instagram @mattwilsontv

Hannah Pinkerton is a full-time vanlifer, blogger at Destined for Adventure, Spanish teacher at Speak Better Spanish, and Community Manager and Trip Leader at Under30Experiences. She’s been location independent since 2015 and traveling outside the United States since 2018. Hannah also is a Location Independence Coach helping others do the same. She lives with her 4 cats and 5 dogs in her converted camper van as a solo female traveler in Mexico! 

Hannah gives me everything I need to know about how to live in a van and make money! 

In this episode of The Millennial Travel Podcast I discuss with Hannah Pinkerton: 

• Van life essentials.
• How much van life costs in Mexico. 
• How to live in a van full time.
• How to live in a van and make money.
• How much converting her van cost in Mexico?
• What is the cost of living in Mexico? 
• Some fun van travel hacks
• What is life like as an expat in Mexico? 
• How safe is traveling in Mexico? 
• How is the healthcare system in Mexico? 
• How did Hannah find a mechanic for her van in Mexico? 
• What is the difference between living in a tiny house and van life? 
• What is the slow travel movement? 
• Where do you go to the bathroom when you live in van? 
• How Hannah started adopting animals and bringing them into her van. 
• How you can help adopt a dog or cat from Hannah! 

Resources from Hannah: 

• Destined for Adventure Blog
• @DestinedforAdventure on Instagram
• Hannah’s Vanlife YouTube
• Safety Wing Insurance for Nomads
• Speak Better Spanish
• @SpeakBetterSpanish on Instagram

You can find all the links and past show notes on millennialtravelpodcast.com

Direct support for The Millennial Travel Podcast comes from The Millennial Travel Guidebook: Escape More, Spend Less, & Make Travel a Priority in Your Life.

Looking for more great content? Check out The Ultimate Guide to Solo Travel.

Matt Wilson, is Co-founder and CEO of Under30Experiences, and author of The Millennial Travel Podcast.

Today Matt shares his experience traveling the world for the last decade in the Ultimate Guide to Solo Travel.

Read the full article: https://www.under30experiences.com/blog/solo-travel-guide

Follow Matt on Instagram @mattwilsontv.