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The Extra Pack of Peanuts Travel Podcast is hosted by Travis Sherry, a serial entrepreneur and world traveler. Known as "Rick Steves for the new generation", this podcast will teach you everything you need to know to travel more and spend less.
From interviews with some of the world's most famous travel names, like Chris Guillebeau, Bruce Poon Tip, AJ Jacobs, Chris Christensen and others to specific travel advice on how to use frequent flyer miles, score cheap hotels, pack like a pro, and trave
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Visit website →Despite traveling less than past years, our top experiences still brought the heat and include lots of concerts, retreats, dolphins, water, dolphins jumping in water, us jumping in water, hanging with "the band", and singing Estonian love ballads in
A local favorite finally cracks the top desserts list, Heather's obsession with a certain type of pastry, and the pie that Trav thinks is the world's most underrated - plus a (unexpectedly) lengthy discussion about a specific candy bar that Heather l
Coffees in rural Vermont. Cocktails in Mexico City. Eastern European liqueur. And tea from...Jamaica??? An eclectic mix makes up our best drinks of 2025 - listen to see what comes out on top.
Just because we didn't travel as much in 2025 doesn't mean we didn't have some incredible meals. From sushi trains to eating cheesesteaks in a car in South Philly - with lots (and lots) of Mexican food in between - these are our best meals of 2025.
What was our best accommodation? How about our worst? What was the most unexpected thing that happened in 2025...and who was the neatest people we met?All that, and more, in this episode.
For the 10th year, we are back with our six part Year in Review, starting with 2025 travel stats. How many places did we sleep last year? Did we spend multiple nights on an airplane (unfortunately for one of us, yes). What new places did we visit
240 acres. Sweeping mountain views. 10,000 square foot event barn. 1803 stone farm house. A mile from the base of a ski mountain. Unlimited potential.
Find out how a Louisiana boy found the deal of a lifetime in the Catskills, and what they Trav
7 months. Over $20k of our own money. Thousands of hours of work.And we decided to bail on a $5,000,000 resort - what would have been the biggest real estate deal we’ve done so far.And while it was crushing in the moment, that changed quickly.Here’s
What does pickleball, an Eagles Super Bowl win, upstate NY, and the world's largest furniture markets all have in common? Those, plus 16 other things, are all things we were unexpectedly thankful for in 2025. Have a listen - and let us know on inst
Over the last 5 months, since I announced my "retirement", a lot has happened.And I mean...A LOT!Stuff like:
losing a $5 million deal
pivoting to an oceanfront resort
being very close to acquiring a 240 acre farm
Retirement life - I've never been b
Wilmington, NC is an awesome city. Heck, that's why I moved here 5 years ago and was able to convince Jonas to move here a few weeks ago.
It's also a market I know very, very well - and one that I am very excited about doing a micro resort in.
Today
The site of our first international micro resort is:
A country that neither Jonas or Trav has stepped foot on.
Small, tropical, and not known by many people.
Home to incredible scuba diving.
So how did this become the first place we decided to do a
Short answer: VERY!
But for some people, the design process can be very overwhelming.
Today, Heather shares why design is the one of the most importance parts of any hospitality project (especially a boutique one) and why it's not JUST "oh, that's v
Experiential micro-resorts around the world?
Yes please!
Today, we dive into our the top 15 international destinations that we are dreaming (scheming?) of opening up micro-resorts.
3 people.
5 places each.
And some very surprising answers.
Want to be
Max Lee is not your typical gym owner. In fact, he was never even planning on going to the gym, yet alone opening up 20+ gyms across Taiwan.
Heck, he didn't even live in Taiwan 4 years ago - and he wasn't planning on staying that long.
But Max is al
Dreaming about where to do our next project is one of the most fun parts of the whole process - and there are no shortage of epic places to pick from.
Today, we narrow down the list to our top 15 places in the US where we'd like to open a micro-resor
Kevin was a burnt out Wall Street lawyer who left that life behind to "buy a drug motel at the Jersey Shore with no money."
Oh...and he had no previous hospitality experience.
What he did have was a vision - both for what a new version of hospitality
Two sets of bungalows. Both on the same island. Both owned by a one family for the last 50 years. Both historical and charming.
And that's where the similarities end.
In this episode, Trav walks through the lessons he learned from the first set
You've thought of it. Probably even dreamed of it. Leaving your regular life - the job, the car, the house, and the rat race - to move to a tropical location, renovate, and run a hotel.
No worries, no stress. All sunshine, surf, fresh coconuts. P
Jonas has two development projects currently going - one in New York, one in Tennessee. One's going very well, one's going not so well (or in his words - not at all).
So how do two projects, both with the same owner, take two drastically different p
Tom left his home in New Jersey one day before his 26th birthday. He walked. Around the world. For 7 years. 28,000 miles. 38 countries. 34 pairs of shoes. And one trusty companion (who was not part of the original plan).
I've been fascinated by T
Location, Location, Location - the old adage of real estate is true.But that doesn't mean the right location is a one size fits all. In fact, it's the opposite. What's right for you might not be right for me - and vice versa.
The best real estate i
Ever dreamed of living in Europe? Sipping cappucinos in the square of some Italian village or sunbathing on the beautiful beaches of the Mediterranean or Adriatic?It's possible - and, in fact, maybe even a lot more feasible, and affordable, than you
It's like a resort...for ants.
(Just kidding. That's a Zoolander reference. I really hope someone got it and laughed).
So, what are micro resorts? Why do Jonas and I believe they are the best path forward for creating experiential hospitality? And
Ever dreamt of moving to a tropical country, beach breeze blowing through your hair, surrounded by lush vegetation, wildlife, and amazing surf?
("Uhhh, yea Trav, basically every day!")
Well great - then you're in luck.
Because 4 years ago, my great f
In this new podcast, Trav sits down with his co-host Jonas to discuss the vision for their real estate "empire" - and why they believe experiential hospitality is the answer.Learn how they define experiential hospitality, why they are doubling down
J-Rob was 40, had a house, regular job, and had only been to two countries (one of which was the US). Oh, plus he was scared to travel.
But he did it anyway - and he started with a series of experiments (which he continues to this very day).Here's h
Danielle and Cassie were just two vet techs living in New Hampshire with a shared passion for the outdoors and morbid stories.So naturally, they started a podcast with their $25 walmart microphones and...
...it become an overnight sensation!In this
Adam Schluter is a self-proclaimed "introvert who was scared of the world." So what did he? Booked a plane ticket to the cheapest place he could find (hint: it wasn't cheap once he landed!) and started saying hello to strangers.Fast forward 9 year
Over the past 30 days, I've taken on a challenge - to try 9 new habits. Everything from doing a carnivore diet to 5 minutes of a daily somatic shake to "phone in foyer". What did I learn? Did I fail at some of them? (hint: yes). Are some life-cha
Abby Wren is one of the world's most famous makeup artists and advocates for alopecia, which has lead her to live a life that is truly "one of one" (She's also my 5 year old daughter's favorite influencer)!Abby shares her journey of discovering her p
Wade Holland is many things - and when I say he might be the most creative and energetic human I know, I don't say that lightly.
He's the host of the GoPro Mountain Games, former freestyle skier, co-founder of the incredible Wrenegade Media, and so
I had the opportunity to tell my story, in full, on my friend Tanya Rooney's Tribe Builder podcast - and I thought the interview was so good I wanted to share it with you.We discuss everything, from how and why I gave up a dream job in Brazil (with a
For the first time in 12 years and over 600 episodes, I recorded a full length solo show - and of course, it's about my favorite topic in the world, ICE CREAM!
From grandmas on remote Canadian islands to father-son duos in obscure South American coun
Learn Matt Bowles took that the "oh-so-common" career trajectory of Irish-American hip hop DJ turned human rights activist turned location independent entrepreneur turned minimalist world traveler and podcast host - and how he's been able to visit 80
Gabe Wyner has been called "a mashup of Steve Jobs and Aristotle" - and that's just one of the interesting tidbits about him (another includes the fact that he's an opera singer).In this episode, Gabe shares his unique journey from a mechanical engin
2024 was a banger - tons of amazing experiences. Now, we've narrowed the list down to 20 (well...with a few honorable mentions). Everything from swimming at beaches with castles to walking (not swimming) with a whale is included in this year's best
Scouring the globe for the best desserts can be a thankless task...haha, who am I kidding? It's awesome. And 2024 was a banger of a year for desserts in the Sherry household!From Mexico City bakeries to small North Carolina markets, this list has i
From cocktail bars behind deli shops in Barcelona to a Polish brewed beer using Philadelphia yeast drank in the northwest corner of Spain (yes, it's as confusing as it is delicious), we sampled some of the best coffees, cocktails, and beers we've eve
From calamari and patatas bravas on the Costa Brava to poolside chicken fingers in Surfside Beach and from pomme frites in Amsterdam to, wait, more chicken fingers (???), this episode is as varied and delicious as the Shady Maple breakfast smorgasbor
Episode 2 of our 6 part Year in Review answers all those burning questions like "did frugal Trav really drop $500+/night on a hotel?", "if so, did Trav pass out immediately after hitting book on said hotel?", "what's it like inside a Mexican sweat lo
For the 9th year, we are back with our 6 part Year in Review, starting with 2024 travel stats. How many places did we sleep last year? Did we spend multiple nights on an airplane (unfortunately, yes). What new places did we visit? And how many to
Today, I'm joined by one of the smartest people I know and a crypto early adopter, Francis Tapon. He gives you a great "crypto for beginners" primer, discusses what he thinks the future holds (hint: it's a more rational viewpoint than most TikTok ta
After living there for the past 10 (!!!) years, Jason shares what life as an expat is like in Norway, why he moved there in the first place (hint: ❤️), the reserved nature of Norwegians and if it's a warranted stereotype and of course, his favorite N
In this episode, Travis and Jason discuss their dream travel itineraries for various types of trips - including solo trips, family trips, friends trips, and a "snap your fingers" trip, where you get to spend just one day anywhere in the world (and yo
Heath Padgett, former broke newlywed and now parent and RV entrepreneur, discusses visiting all 50 states in the US while working various jobs, how traveling with kids compares to a "nested life" in Colorado (and it's probably not what you expect), a
What do red berry G&T's, El Jefe, the Northern Lights, and elementary school field trips have in common? Those, plus 20 other things, are all things we were (unexpectedly) thankful for in 2024. Have a listen - and let us know on instagram @extrapac
How 10 seconds of advice (seriously, 10 seconds) completed transformed my tennis serve
Special 2 for 1. An important life lesson for all ages + a killer parenting hack!
Sounds crazy, but I wasn’t just buying a golf cart. I was buying so much more.
For 48 hours, I was doing the bedroom to bathroom shuffle…and it taught me this lesson.
One of my new favorite phrases - and how it’ll impact the rest of my life.
I fell down a the viral Christian music rabbit hole of Forrest Frank and not only did I love it - but I learned a few awesome lessons.
These two legends share a lot in common…including something that often gets overlooked but was vital to their success.
How a visit to the dentist on a random Tuesday changed the trajectory of my life.
21 years in to my Facebook experience…and it finally happened. I got scammed. Here’s why I’m smiling about it.
Birthdays are for cake, and ice cream, and pizza, and…fasting????
For a month, I felt rich. And the best part wasn’t cocktails and steak dinners, although that was pretty nice. It was something else.
Somehow, Heather and I ended up on a ski trip in Bulgaria with a bunch of expert skiers. And I was not prepared to go down this crazy steep slope…but they were.
One of the 7 Wonders of the World > Stuffed toucan at a gift shop…or is it?
Time to start tackling buffaloes!
Life Lessons from a $150 Bottle of Wine
And why having my bike stolen was one of the best things that ever happened to me!
Why I never miss my son’s kindergarten story time (listen until the end for a secret…shhh)
Why’d I buy the equivalent of a $50 pack of cards in Thailand? Because of this one rule I now live my life by.
You’ve got two options. Choose wisely.
The power of releasing the how.
I got to hang out with the G.O.A.T. (Greatest of All Time). Here’s what I learned.
I’ve gone viral once in my life…and it was awesome. But not for the reasons you’d think.
THE MOST important thing you can do if you want people to buy (and buy into) what you’re doing.
“When the snows fall and the white winds blow, the lone wolf dies but the pack survives”.
Sometime you put the effort in and…
To açaí or not to açaí? … that is the question.
And there’s only one right answer!
Getting frustrated while shooting videos…so I’m shooting a video about it. How meta!
Chug, chug, chug!
How this lesson lead to the best purchase of my life (Civico Magnifico!) and how it still works for me, all the time!
And all it took was a 60 minutes segment and a dip in a cold ocean.
The Power of PPP (what’s that?). Listen to find out!
Turning down travel…with my best friends…in a cool area? Surprising, but necessary.
A simple way to always be the best at something.
It doesn’t have to be sexy to work!
How you can make sure you are always the most popular person at brunch!
…and it all happened before my eggs even got cold!
…and how it lead to a beach compound in Belize!
One of my first real travel experiences happened when I moved to Switzerland, on the banks of Lake Geneva…a lake I’d get to know very well!
There’s a lot of fish and chips counters in Vancouver. Here’s why one particular one stood out (and it wasn’t the fish…or the chips).
Strawberries are great. Muffins are great. Strawberry muffins? Now that’s a game changer - here’s why (and surprise - it’s not just the taste!)
How a Cambodian tuk tuk Driver won my business, superhero edition!
Why did it take me over a month to record a 3 minute podcast - and what’s this new series all about, anyway?
Horses and dolphins and groups of stingrays (called a fever???)...OH MY!Here are our 20 best experiences, including getting my bike stolen, Whit as a cowboy, dimly lit Bulgarian bowling alleys, and lots and lots of salt!
This episode has it all - a special guest host doing the intro, debates over food truck pizza, "pork bread", and an unanimous #1 that left us with full bellies and full hearts. One of our best shows of all time.
Ohhhh, here we go...gimme that sugar rush! We're talking desserts...everything from a lemon tart that was "the best in the world" even after a day in the refrigerator to Trav finding his new favorite ice cream of all time. Plus...nuts????
Heather drank a lot of coffee...and wine...and cocktails this year (and hey, I had some myself!). In this episode, we break down our favorites, including a speakeasy that's in a flower shop, a speakeasy that's REALLY a speakeasy, and Heather's favor
Episode 2 of our 6 part Year in Review answers all the burning question, like "what was the craziest thing we did this year?", "what was our worst accommodation" (hint: it had an abandoned building next to it), "is having a golf cart life changing",
For the 8th straight year - and after a 1 year hiatus - we are back baby with our 6 part Year in Review. And in Episode 1 - Travel Stats, Trav gets to nerd out on all the numbers.
How many places did we sleep last year? Where were they? Did one of
In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie.
In this episode, you'll hear from three of our past campers - Cassidy Scott, an accountant who has been abl
In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie.
In this episode, you'll hear from three of our amazing speakers this year - Nora Dunn, the OG digital nomad
In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie.
In this episode, you'll hear from two past camp attendees who loved it so much in 2021 that they are coming
In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie.
In this episode, hear from two of our main speakers, Erica Hackman and John Burnett, on how they've been ab