Episode Description:
In this episode ofTeachers to Travelers, hostJerrod Pickering welcomesPaul Neville, an experienced traveler who has exploredover 120 countries—from backpacking on a tight budget to working as a diplomat and traveling with his family.

Paul shares hisunique travel evolution, from his first international trip to London at 17 tobackpacking across Europe, joining thePeace Corps in Tonga, and ultimatelyturning his love for travel into a career with the U.S. Foreign Service. He discusses thedifferences between solo and family travel, his favorite destinations at different life stages, and histop tips for safe and budget-friendly adventures.

📍Key Topics Covered:
🌍 How a simple trip to London sparked Paul’s lifelong travel obsession
🧳 Budget backpacking strategies & how he traveled the world for a year
🇹🇴 Life-changing experiences in Tonga with the Peace Corps
👨‍👩‍👦 How travel changes when you have kids
🛫 His most surprising destination (hint: it wasn’t what he expected!)
⚠️ Travel safety myths & real-life experiences navigating risk
📚 His bookEndless Horizons and how it inspires others to explore

Paul’s journey is an inspiring testament to thepower of travel—whether you're a solo explorer, a budget backpacker, or a family traveler looking for new experiences. If you’ve ever dreamed of traveling more, this episode is packed withpractical tips and motivation to just go for it!

🎧Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and more!

Paul's Book-https://amzn.to/3QdlFV1

Host Info

Jerrod Pickering

Travel Info- jerrod@foerstertravel.com

Show Info- jerrod@teacherstotravelers.com

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