Amateur Traveler Travel Podcast

By: Chris Christensen
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  • Since 2005 Amateur Traveler has been talking about a different destination every week. It covers destinations all of the world with an emphasis on culturally rich travel. Learn more about your world. Amateur Traveler won its creator Chris Christensen a Travel+Leisure award as the "best independent travel journalist".
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  • MT#2 - Living Abroad with Justin Barnes

    MT#2 - Living Abroad with Justin Barnes
    Sep 18 2024
    In this bonus episode of Amateur Traveler, we discuss issues associated with living abroad. My Guest Justin Burns, a part-time resident of the Canary Islands, joins us to share his experience of living abroad. He talks about the practical aspects of relocating to a foreign country, from navigating visa options to adjusting to life in a new place. Whether you're considering a move overseas or just curious about what it's like, Justin offers helpful insights based on his personal journey. Questions In this podcast with Justin Burns, several key questions are addressed, including: How can someone move abroad and what are the steps involved? Justin explains the different visa options, such as retirement, digital nomad, and investment visas, and the application process. What challenges do people face when relocating to a foreign country? He discusses both bureaucratic hurdles, like obtaining necessary documents and dealing with red-tape, and emotional challenges related to language barriers and cultural adjustments. What are the costs of living abroad compared to the U.S.? Justin compares the cost of healthcare, housing, groceries, transportation, and more in Spain to the U.S. and provides insights into how moving abroad can result in significant savings. What are some of the emotional surprises of moving abroad? He shares his experiences dealing with frustrations like language barriers and cultural differences and how those affect day-to-day life. What should people consider when choosing a place to live abroad? Justin provides tips on what to look for when selecting a city or country, including things like local amenities, accessibility, and whether the destination is welcoming to expats. How does the process of buying property abroad work? He explains the steps involved in purchasing a home overseas, including the role of notaries and legal differences compared to the U.S. What are the tax implications of living abroad? The podcast discusses double taxation agreements and how taxes work for expats living in places like Spain. These topics provide practical insights for anyone considering a move abroad or curious about the lifestyle. https://amateurtraveler.com/living-abroad/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • AT#912 - Travel to Georgia

    AT#912 - Travel to Georgia
    Sep 14 2024
    Hear about travel to the state of Georgia as the Amateur Traveler talks to Lesli Peterson from 365 Atlanta Traveler about the state where she grew up. Why should you go to the state of Georgia? Lesli says, "I love Georgia because I am an outdoor person, and Georgia's got this great city. Everybody talks about Atlanta. Atlanta is fantastic. I'll tell you why I think it's most fantastic. But, it also has, Mountains, so beautiful hiking opportunities, waterfalls great camping, beautiful rivers filled with fish and all that sort of thing." "And then the beach. So there's the coast. Most people know Savannah, but there's so much more to the coast than just Savannah. In fact, Savannah doesn't even have a beach. But this idea of this big city, mountains, and beach. All in one place is very enticing." Lesli outlines a diverse itinerary for visiting Georgia, focused on outdoor activities, cultural history, food, and unique attractions. Here's a summary of her recommended itinerary: Day 1: Arrival in Atlanta ... https://amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-georgia/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • AT#911 - Lubbock and Amarillo, Texas

    AT#911 - Lubbock and Amarillo, Texas
    Sep 7 2024
    Hear about traveling to Lubbock and Amarillo, Texas, as the Amateur Traveler talks to Jill Robbins about her favorite part of the state she calls home. Why should you visit Lubbock and Amarillo? Jill says, "Amarillo and Lubbock are both smaller cities. I don't like the word off the beaten path or hidden gem, but these are just great little slices of Texas and they both really showcase the unique landscape of Texas." "Lubbock is in the high plains area. Amarillo is in the panhandle. They're both known for different things, but both have some surprises, things you might not expect to see in a small town. They both have a lot of things to do. Amarillo is more focused on outdoor adventure and Americana that is the old Route 66". "Lubbock is known for music history and particularly being the birthplace of Buddy Holly. So that is what puts that on the map." Here's the itinerary that Jill Robbins recommends for visiting Lubbock and Amarillo, Texas: Day 1: Arrival in Lubbock ... https://amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-lubbock-and-amarillo-texas/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 mins

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