After her kids left the nest, Laura DeSisto was 49 years old and struggling. That’s when her friend convinced her to try SCUBA diving for the first time. On her first dive, she encountered a shark and it changed her life. Since then, Laura has traveled around the world to dive and has published a critically acclaimed book. In this episode, Laura recounts how the experience of diving helped her “resurface” in her own life, and talks about both the real and exaggerated risks of diving.

No need to search for the lost city of Atlantis, there are real ancient underwater cities that you can visit around the world. In this episode, we dive into some of the most compelling destinations to find out what you can expect from a visit. We also feature several sites that require no diving experience. The Layover series is our monthly show that features current travel news, travel tips and investigations into the latest trends.

Ever heard of studying abroad on a boat with 600 students? Yes, it’s a thing. Semester at sea is open to any college student, provided they can afford to pay for it. In this episode, we hear from one lucky former semester at sea student Danielle Seat, who spent four months cruising eight countries during college.

When most people book a flight, they pay attention to the price and the airline, but probably don’t give a thought to the model of airplane that will be transporting them across the world. But it turns out, the type of plane you fly in can make a huge difference in overall sleep, comfort and even jet lag. In this episode, hosts Jon and Saskia discuss the hidden features to look out for in modern airplanes and how to take advantage of them. And stick around until the end to learn about our lesser known destination of the month: The Maldives of Mexico.

Want to try long-term travel, but worried about money? South East Asia might be the best place to try if you have a tight budget. In this episode, we discuss some of the best money-saving tips for traveling South East Asia with Brian Carlson, who traveled to eight countries in six months for under $5,000.

Floating hotels, treasure hunts, and spiritual retreats, on this episode we dive into some of 2023’s forecasted travel trends. And if you’re not into trends, tune in for the sake of knowing what to avoid! The Layover series is a casual monthly talk show that features current travel news, travel tips and investigations into the latest trends.

Borders, oceans, and lesser-known cities — these are some of the places in-between point A and point B, places which aren’t often thought of as the highlights of a journey, yet can so easily define it. Join host Saskia as she reflects back on the last 35 episodes of the Globetrotters podcast, and the lessons learned from various guests and their adventures chronicled on the show.

Elena Conner didn’t really know what she was getting herself into when she booked a six-week-long caravan tour across Africa. Soon after she arrived, she found herself in the remote wilderness camping among some of the largest predators in the world, traveling from park to park in an overland truck, and sharing the journey from Kenya to South Africa with over 20 strangers. In this episode, she breaks down the highlights of her trip, and talks about what she would have done differently.

Dom Skinner, a self described planner was preparing to move from San Francisco, CA to Lisbon, Portugal and was planning on bringing his 12 year old dog Luna with him. After several months of meticulous planning, he decided Air Canada was the best option. He decided on a layover in Toronto, Canada to give his dog a break, and that is when the problems began. In this interview, you'll join us on a whirlwind of emotions as Dom struggles to find out where his dog is.

Cris Hazzard, aka “The Hiking Guy” is a professional hiking guide and author. His goal? To make hiking simple, easy, and safe. In this interview, we discuss what prompts people to avoid the outdoors, how to make nature more accessible, and his approach on writing guides and what he hopes people can get out of them.

In a special episode, hosts Jon, Max and Saskia discuss geotagging, gatekeeping, and how it affects destinations already suffering from over-tourism. Plus, our lesser known destination this week revolves around more affordable Greek islands you can visit compared to Mykonos and Santorini.

We sit down with Matt Payne, Co-Founder of Natural Landscape Awards and Nature First - The Alliance for Responsible Nature Photography to discuss the ethics and importance of responsible travel photography including geotagging, gatekeeping, and why he started the alliance. Matt is also a Colorado 14er and Centennial Finisher, and Creator and Host of the F-Stop Collaborate and Listen podcast.

In a special episode, hosts Jon, Max and Saskia investigate the most profitable and exciting travel jobs, why it seems everyone is moving to Portugal all of sudden, and our lesser known destination: Playa Santispac.

Brytta Moreira, an entrepreneur and traveling yoga teacher debunks yoga cliches, shares her thoughts on yoga festivals, and her tips for those who wish to transform their yoga practice into a successful business.

In a special episode, hosts Jon, Max and Saskia investigate the numerous resources people can use to travel to their native homeland, we pose the question of what proper flight etiquette looks like, and our lesser known destination: Ometepe, Nicaragua.

As a result of slavery in the United States, the family history of many African Americans was erased. Today, many African Americans still know little to nothing about their ancestral roots. Shido, an artist living in California, is one of them. So, when he was offered the opportunity to visit Africa, he immediately jumped at the chance. In this episode, Shido recounts his life-changing adventure to the Ivory Coast and the whirlwind of emotions that he experienced along the way.

In a special episode, hosts Jon, Max and Saskia investigate the costs of European group tours from some of the most well-known travel companies. Are these pre-organized trips worth their hefty price tags? Tune in to find out.

Sarah Croft initially planned on traveling throughout Europe with a friend, but when the plan fell through she decided last-minute to book an organized group tour for people under 35. For the next few weeks, Sarah would visit countless countries, make a bunch of new friends and have some unforgettable experiences — but not without a few caveats. In this episode, Sarah talks about the ups and downs of organized tours and offers some advice for those interested in group travel.

Join hosts Jon, Saskia, and Max for the Layover - the travel talk show that brings you the latest travel headlines, lesser known locations to inspire your next adventure and more. In this week’s episode, we discuss global passport rankings, dive into a questionable Tik Tok trend and recommend a beautiful port side city to visit in Bulgaria.

When the COVID-19 pandemic broke out, Krysten Kaladkarin had been traveling for years. So she decided to call Ukraine home for a while. Two years later, Russia started a war with the country, threatening the safety of citizens and travelers alike. In this episode, Krysten explains why she decided to stay in Ukraine and how she is using her status as a world traveler and blogger to help causes that she cares about.