The Travel Addict

What happens when you leave behind the familiar and step into the unknown? Emptying the Adventure Travel Bucket List takes you on a thrilling ride through remote landscapes, bustling cities, and breathtaking wilderness, uncovering the beauty, mystery, and danger of the world’s most extraordinary destinations. From the towering peaks of the Himalayas to the untamed depths of the world’s best scuba diving locations, this adventure-packed travel memoir is a celebration of exploration, cultural connection, and the indomitable human spirit. ​If you've ever dreamed of leaving everything behind to chase adventure, this book is for you. Life is short and fragile. Make the most of it and have no regrets. http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

At your favorite book stores this month is the new book by Malcolm Teasdale. For those who find joy in the turn of a map, the scent of an unfamiliar market, or the thrill of setting foot in a new land, Emptying the Travel Destination Bucket List is the ultimate travel companion. This book takes readers on an immersive journey across the globe, uncovering destinations that inspire, challenge, and transform. Believing that travel is more than a getaway, but rather a way of life, this book covers some of the world's most awe-inspiring places. Informative factual information, with real-life experiences and color photos from the author, this book will ignite your wanderlust and remind you why the world is meant to be explored. For curious souls, cultural explorers, and passionate travelers, Emptying the Travel Destination Bucket List is more than a book. it’s an open invitation to discover, dream, and embrace the beauty of our diverse world. Where will your next journey take you? The stories and pictures will help you make that decision. Enjoy your travels. http://www.travelingenglishman.com http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

Andrew has traveled through 10+ countries in Latin America alone, but his most meaningful destination is Bogotá, Colombia—a city he has visited nine times and now plan to call home. What started as a love story turned into a full-blown expat adventure involving jungle rides on Harleys, navigating city streets that never sleep, and investing in property in the highlands of La Calera. This isn’t your typical travel tale. It’s got love, risk, grief, healing, and a whole lot of street-savvy survival. Human Connection: How Andrew's travels reshaped his identity, values, and business outlook—especially in how he serves others through his company TechRescue. If you love stories and opinions that are off-script, honest, and full of heart, this conversation is made for you. Check him out here: TECH RESCUE http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

Maya Azucena is an Award-winning Singer, Recording Artist and Humanitarian, and is a Cultural Ambassador with a focus on Women’s & Youth Empowerment and Domestic/Sexual Violence, who has completed 12+ humanitaran tours sponsored by American Embassies and U.S. State Department to countries such as China, Tanzania, Suriname, India, Sri Lanka, Haiti and Turkey. As a full-time touring Artist, she has traveled with her band to 40+ countries, most recently in Uzbekistan. We talk about this. Other recent concerts have been in Qatar, The Philippines, Myanmar, Tanzania, all around the USA, many European countries, plus South America and South Africa. She performed on countless stages and festivals, including Hollywood Bowl (17,000+ people), and Essence Fest in New Orleans. Among several awards for her music and humanitarian outreach, Maya Azucena contributed her voice to a feature performance with Stephen Marley, which earned a Grammy for Best Reggae Album of the Year, and can be heard on her latest 2022 Stephen Marley collaboration, “Celebrating Nina: a Reggae Tribute to Nina Simone,” on Ghetto Youths record label. Read about her on her website: https://mayaazucena.com/ Here is a great video to check out https://youtu.be/OYtRoaKA6Ns http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

It was a long one. I was contracted as a Luminary to provide 10 educational talks about various travel subjects. My voice survived, barely. Places visited: This is a brief trip report, from my current time zone to a place 7 hours ahead. Then the long flight home, then jet lag. A trip full of education, historical places and culture. All good. http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

Trina is a GenX adventurer, solo traveling across Africa. Currently, she is traveling overland from Ghana to Namibia, exploring each country as she goes, then around South Africa, then up the east coast towards Turkey. In 2017, Trina and her husband sold everything and set off to travel the world. He was losing his vision and she wanted him to see as much as possible before it went completely. They traveled mostly in Southeast Asia and Africa, but then she lost him to health issues in 2022. They were in Ghana at the time and Trina paused there for a couple of years of healing and re-organizing. Back on the road she is now for more adventure. What a fantastic story this is. Enjoy it. http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

In the past, people have asked me such questions as: In this short podcast, there are a few examples of the above, with the exception of jail time, because that never happened. Just to drop a hint or two: ..... to name a few. The main thing is, though, I may be a little fortunate to still be alive. The adventure continues. http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

Here is my "current "To Do List" for adventure travel, otherwise known as a Bucket List. Will I get through the list before I am told that I will have to stay at home for the rest of my life? A horrible thought it is. There are so many wonderful places on our planet and I rather be traveling to experience them than listening to all of the bad news on TV. The anger, the hate, the egos, the lies are all depressing. So I am making the most of it. My bucket list will keep growing no doubt, but I rather have it that way, than nothing on it. Enjoy my current top 10 from the Americas, Africa, and the South Pacific. Life is short and fragile. http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

Since 2008, Ralph Velasco has been a full-time travel photographer and international tour organizer, having created and led over 120 international tours (all 5-star rated) in well over 30 countries on 7 continents (plus over 100 domestic tours in the U.S.). He has been location-independent for 11+ years and traditionally spends anywhere from 8 - 9 months on the road internationally scouting and leading tours. Like many others, he is considering leaving the USA to live in Europe, for a few reasons. Check out how web site. There may be something that he is organizing that will interest you. Get out of town everyone, and see the world. https://continentaldrifter.co/ https://www.instagram.com/ralphvelasco https://www.facebook.com/theContinentalDRIFTER/ http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

Paul W. Neville brings a wealth of firsthand travel experience, cultural insights, and actionable advice that captivates interviewers and audiences alike. Having explored over 120 countries, Paul is a seasoned adventurer with a deep understanding of global travel and the transformative power it holds. Whether offering practical travel tips, sharing stories of resilience and humor, or providing guidance for aspiring adventurers, Paul connects with audiences through his relatable and inspiring approach. A U.S. Foreign Service Officer currently stationed in the Netherlands, Paul’s career and travels have given him a unique lens on the world. His Peace Corps service in Tonga and a yearlong backpacking odyssey through Oceania, Southeast Asia, Northern Europe, and South America shaped his global perspective and storytelling style. Fluent in Tongan, Thai, and Spanish, he has lived and worked in diverse countries, including Thailand, Honduras, Pakistan, and Mexico, gaining insights into cross-cultural connection and the human spirit. Paul’s debut book, Endless Horizons: A Global Backpacker’s Quest for Adventure, Connection, and Discovery, is a tribute to the power of travel to foster growth, community, and self-discovery. As the cofounder of Lana Learn, an e-learning platform for language and workplace skills, he’s passionate about empowering others to explore the world and embrace new opportunities. http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

Arias’s entrepreneurial journey is rooted in overcoming profound adversity. Raised by a single mother who worked two full-time jobs and a father who struggled with drug addiction, Arias experienced homelessness and instability, living in over 12 different places before turning 18. Nowadays, as a digital marketing expert, he helps people build businesses and enables success, and he still finds time to travel. Listen to his escapades in Cuba and Morrocco. Check him out here: https://ariaswebsterberry.com/ https://www.passportnoire.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariasweb/ https://www.instagram.com/ariasweb http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

When you're ready for a good story, Miles Spencer has one. He trekked 1,100 miles through the deserts of Israel, Saudi, Jordan and Syria based on the history of TE Lawrence. He wrote "A Line in the Sand", a recent Amazon bestseller on Middle East history and modern humanity .. with recipes! After listening to this podcast, you will be wondering how Miles is still alive. Based on what he did, and where he did it, begs the question, "Why?" He has the memories and achievements of which to be proud. His is also a mentor in the business world. Enjoy. https://milesspencer.com/ http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

Simon Yeats has 3 distinct sides to his life. His funny side, his serious side and his dark side. In each case, his experiences are unique. Funny Side: Birth by Fire in his travel escapades around the world and then writing books to tell all. How to maybe avoid mistakes and survive. Serious Side: Helping people walk again and bringing some back to life. Dark Side: Facing death 10 times. Mental health issues. Kidnapping of son. After an unbelievable life packed ful of incidences, he is lucky to be alive. Hear about his escapades in Rio, Brazil. Hoping he may settle down and chill out now. I need a rest just listening to him. Check out his books on Amazon. Best enjoyed after a few beers. http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

Yes, it is very true. Music, whether it is rock, motown, classical, opera, reggae, and many others, can take you back to a certain moment in time where you may have been traveling or experiencing something, somewhere in the world. In other words, you could be listening to a piece of music, and think, I remember this song when I was....... Listening to these musicians and their music have caused me reflect and remember a travel experience from the past: Pink Floyd Santana Dire Straits AC/DC Men at Work Yanni Abba Simple Minds Peter Gabriel Eagles Scorpions Geoffrey Oryema Murray Head Heart Listen in, and you will underatnd what I mean. Then do it yourself. Start making a list http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

Many thanks to the International Impact Book Awards organization for this award in the "Adventure" category. You can read it or listen to it (ebook, paperback, hard cover, audible). It is all about my escapades to: Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet and Myanmar Sacred places they maybe, but being in the Hiamlayan Mountain region is something really special and enlightening. Give it a read or a listen, and learn a littel about the land and its people. https://internationalimpactbookawards.com/ http://www.malcolmteasdale.com