Season 2 Ep. 29: Makin Moves with Jon

Ayyyy welcome back to your fave travel podcast. Thanks for tuning in and getting yourself ready to make some MOVES with me. Let's get it! In Season 3 Episode 4, I am joined by Evelien-a solo female traveler from Belgium who has been exploring the world for most of her life. Her journey began in childhood with family travels, but it expanded during her college years. After graduating, she embarked on her first solo trip to Mexico, and from that moment on, she was hooked. Realizing that her wanderlust was far from satisfied, Evelien returned home to save up and plan her next adventure. However, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic nearly stranded her in Colombia for eight months. She decided to return home to wait out the pandemic. After nearly two years of working in Belgium, Evelien set off again, this time for a two-year journey that took her through Latin America, North America, and South Asia. Now back in Belgium, she is working again to save up for future travels and has started an online business, allowing her to work remotely from anywhere in the world. Tune in today! To follow Evelien's moves: Instagram Follow the Makin Moves with Matt Podcast on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with your Host on Social Media Matt:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Ayyyy welcome back to your fave travel podcast. Thanks for tuning in and getting yourself ready to make some MOVES with me. Let's get it! In Season 3 Episode 3, I am joined by Sophie, originally from Brighton, UK. Sophie takes us through her transformative adventures in Australia, starting with her first backpacking trip in 2017 that opened her eyes to a world beyond what she knew. Years later, she returned to Australia in 2022, creating a new life in Brisbane by working seven jobs and living in a hostel. From building lifelong friendships to embracing the hustle, Brisbane became her home away from home. She also shares the unique experience of living in a remote coal-mining town to meet visa requirements, a time that tested her limits in ways she never expected. Sophie’s story continues with her time in the Whitsundays, working on a sailboat, and a spontaneous escape to Brisbane during a cyclone scare. Throughout, she reflects on the lessons learned, the challenges faced, and the unforgettable moments that defined her journey. Whether you’re dreaming of life in Australia or looking for inspiration to take a leap of faith, this episode is for you! Tune in today! To follow Sophie's moves: Instagram Youtube Tik Tok Blog Follow the Makin Moves with Matt Podcast on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with your Host on Social Media Matt:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠

Ayyyy welcome back to your fave travel podcast. Thanks for tuning in and getting yourself ready to make some MOVES with me. Let's get it! Season 3 is in full swing and we got an awesome Episode 2 for you. Today, Ben aka Ben Books the World hails from Vermont, USA, and has been traveling full-time for 3 years now. Ben's mom is from Germany so he grew up visiting Europe from a young age exposing myself to new cultures and languages. Ben even spent a year living in Germany and going to a public school when he was 13 which opened his perspectives to living in another country. Ben started an online business in high school which then led to him building out his car to do a winter of van life around the USA while working on the computer. Later that year, Ben went to Costa Rica beginning these last 3 years of full-time travel around the world.Throughout these 3 years, Ben has begun traveling more and more to off-the-beaten-path destinations including those that might be considered as unsafe or have a bad portrayal in the media. What Ben's experienced is these have been some of the best and friendliest countries and his goal of his social media is to change the perceptions of travel along with showing how others can begin this journey of traveling on a budget. This takes us to today's episode where Ben dives into traveling within one of the most off-the-beaten-path destination: AFGHANISTAN! Tune in to hear more about this country that has gone through such a turbulent history and is always in the news for the wrong reasons. Yet, that didn't stop Ben from visiting and creating his own perspective of the country. To follow Ben's moves: Instagram YouTube Website Follow the Makin Moves with Matt Podcast on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with your Host on Social Media Matt:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠

Ayyyy welcome back to your fave travel podcast. Thanks for tuning in and getting yourself ready to make some MOVES with me. Let's get it! We are finally on the 3rd season and who better to start it with than my travel partner- Perlie! As mentioned in previous episodes, Perlie and I are currently in the midst of a backpacking trip where we spend a month in a different country. This is the 3rd episode in this series and we are going to take you to the beautiful country of Poland! Tune in to hear why you should go to Poland as we spent almost a month there last year in both Warsaw and Gdańsk and are still talking about it. From the architecture, to the Christmas markets, to the food and some more food (including the best McDonald's outside the US), we got all the reasons as to why Poland should be your next travel destination. Be sure to listen to the previous episodes in this series documenting our month spent in both Guatemala and Montenegro respectively. We can't wait to take you to the 4th country...but in the meantime, enjoy Poland and all that it has to offer! To follow Perlie's moves on social media: Instagram To follow both of our moves: Instagram / Blog Follow the Makin Moves with Matt Podcast on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with your Host on Social Media Matt:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠

Ayyyy welcome back to your fave travel podcast. Thanks for tuning in and getting yourself ready to make some MOVES with me. Let's get it! Season 2 Episode 29 features fellow Marylander, Jon, who takes us on his adventurous journey from the East Coast to the vibrant streets of Latin America. After earning his master’s degree in New York City and spending a few years immersed in the fast-paced life of the Big Apple, Jon felt the need for a change. He packed his bags and made the bold decision to start fresh in North America’s largest city—Mexico City! Tune in as Jon shares his personal experiences of living in the world’s largest Spanish-speaking city. He gives an insider look into expat life, adjusting to a new culture, and thriving in a place known for its rich history, dynamic food scene, and artistic vibrancy. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to live in Mexico City, this episode will make you want to book a ticket. And for those thinking about a visit, Jon highlights some must-do activities and hidden gems. Discover iconic sites like the grand Zócalo and the breathtaking Palacio de Bellas Artes, or spend a day exploring the ancient ruins of Teotihuacán, just a short trip outside the city. Stroll through the charming neighborhoods of Roma and Condesa, where tree-lined streets, trendy cafés, and boutique shops will make you feel like a local. Art lovers can’t miss a visit to Frida Kahlo’s Blue House in Coyoacán, while foodies will savor the flavors of Mexico City’s world-class street food—from tacos al pastor to tamales. Whether you’re planning a trip or just curious about life in this bustling metropolis, this episode is packed with travel tips, cultural insights, and all the inspiration you need to explore one of the most exciting cities in the world. Tune in today! To follow Jon's moves on social media: Instagram To see Jon's photography page: Instagram Follow the Makin Moves with Matt Podcast on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with your Host on Social Media Matt:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Ayyyy welcome back to your fave travel podcast. Thanks for tuning in and getting yourself ready to make some MOVES with me. Let's get it! We got a special one for you today with not ONE but TWO guests who happen to have the same last name as the host? Are you serious? No coincidence here...just a good ole SIBLINGS TAKEOVER. My 2 younger sisters, Caroline and Stephanie, grace the pod with funny stories and anecdotes from their first trip abroad without the parents. The sisters gallivanted across Europe in what was truly an incredible trip. Tune in to hear more about their travels that includes seeing Amanda Seyfried in Switzerland to shreddin the gnar in France to lastly some wild adventures in Barcelona that culminated in hospital visits and missed flights. You won't wanna miss these moves! To follow the sibs' moves on social media: Caroline- Insta Stephanie- Insta Joint Travel Account- Insta Follow the Makin Moves with Matt Podcast on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with your Host on Social Media Matt:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Ayyyy welcome back to your fave travel podcast. Thanks for tuning in and getting yourself ready to make some MOVES with me. Let's get it! Season 2 Ep. 27 features Anna from Sheffield, England. She is also known as Anna’s Adventures - the clue is in the name. Anna discovered her love for travel aged 18 when she spent a month around Europe, since then she’s had a wanderlust that has taken her all over the globe to over 40 countries, including a year living abroad in France and backpacking trips across South America and South East Asia. Tune in to hear all about her adventures makin moves! To follow Anna's travels on social media: Instagram / Blog Follow the Makin Moves with Matt Podcast on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with your Host on Social Media Matt: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt:⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt: ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok

Ayyyy welcome back to your fave travel podcast. Thanks for tuning in and getting yourself ready to make some MOVES with me. Let's get it! Season 2 Ep. 26 features the most frequented guest on this podcast- the one and only PERLIE YANG! That's right, Perlie is back gracing my podcast for the 4th time! Since last September, Perlie and I have embarked on quite a mission around the world as we have been working online. We have spent every month hitting a new country. So, we are taking you with us on a special country feature episode of our travels to the Central American country of Guatemala. Guatemala was our first country that we spent a month in during this world backpacking trip. Both of our first times to the country, we didn't know what to expect. But when I tell you we loved our time in this gem of a country...I mean we LOVED it. Join us as we dive into our itinerary that we recommend to others that took us from the hustle and bustle of Guatemala City to the chill-laid back vibes of the towns scattered around Lake Atitlán and of course to the colonial town of Antigua. Tune in to hear why Guatemala should be next on your travel list...we can honestly both say- you won't regret it! To reach Perlie for any travel recs or advice: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Our joint account as well-⁠ Instagram ⁠ Follow the Makin Moves with Matt Podcast on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Connect with your Host on Social Media Matt: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt:⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt: ⁠⁠⁠TikTok

Ayyyy welcome back to your fave travel podcast. Thanks for tuning in and getting yourself ready to make some MOVES with me. Let's get it! Season 2 Ep. 25 features Coralee: a 24 year old French-American born and raised in the USA in the sunny state of Florida. Coralee's mom is French and dad is American but she's actually half-South Korean by blood because her mom was adopted to France (even though she's never been to Korea!)After finishing University in Florida, Coralee decided to move to Paris to become an au pair and re-connect with her French roots. Coralee just finished two amazing years in Paris and traveled to 11 new European countries, thanks to the flexibility of being an au pair! She also taught English, did an internship, took French classes, and worked in a cafe part time while au pairing in Paris.Now, Coralee has decided to take a few months to travel around Europe, do a yoga teacher training in Bali, and travel and see family in the U.S. before hopefully moving back to Paris! To follow Coralee's moves on Social Media: Instagram OR To follow Coralee's yoga and foodie moves: Instagram Follow the Makin Moves with Matt Podcast on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Connect with your Host on Social Media Matt: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt:⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt: ⁠⁠⁠TikTok

Ayyyy welcome back to your fave travel podcast. Thanks for tuning in and getting yourself ready to make some MOVES with me. Let's get it! Season 2 Ep. 24 features the most frequented guest on this podcast- the one and only PERLIE YANG! That's right, Perlie is back gracing my podcast for the 3rd time! Since last September, Perlie and I have embarked on quite a mission around the world as we have been working online. We have spent every month hitting a new country. So, we are taking you with us on a special country feature episode of our travels to beautiful Montenegro. Both of our first times to Montenegro, we had an incredible journey that took us through the pristine beaches of the country's Adriatic coast through the stunning mountains of Durmitor National Park. While our trip had its highs, it def had its lows including staying in a deserted resort town...SPOILER ALERT- RESEARCH YOUR AIRBNB BEFORE BOOKING FOR A MONTH! All in all, we loved Montenegro...tune in to find out why Montenegro should be on your travel list! To reach Perlie for any travel recs or advice: ⁠Instagram⁠ Our joint account as well- Instagram Follow the Makin Moves with Matt Podcast on Social Media: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Connect with your Host on Social Media Matt: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt:⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ Makin Moves with Matt: ⁠⁠TikTok