Extra Pack of Peanuts Travel Podcast

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 investors define their own buy box and today we talk about how we have defined our buy box, why we are so keen on hitting "the path of progress" and tease out Jonas's new project in upstate NY - and how it was a home run deal for his buy box.     01:00 The Importance of Location in Real Estate 02:50 Understanding Market Dynamics and Indicators 06:07 Setting a Buy Box for Investments 08:48 Evaluating Path of Progress in Markets 11:46 Finding Hidden Gems in Real Estate 15:13 Urban vs. Rural Investment Strategies 17:48 Case Study: New York Property Investment 20:50 Developing Micro Resorts: Key Considerations 24:03 Zoning and Regulations in Real Estate 26:49 Recap and Key Takeaways

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 think! (especially with lots of new digital nomad visas popping up, which we discuss at length) Jeff Opdyke has been to over 80 countries.  He's lived in multiple countries in Europe.  He's written for the Wall Street Journal for 17 years and is now the Global Investment Expert for International Living. So...safe to say he knows a thing or two about living abroad and helping expats find the best place in Europe to live. And surprise, surprise - he gets asked the question "Where's the best place to live in Europe and how do I do it?" Hint:  If it was one size fits all, this podcast wouldn't be over an hour! But the best thing about Jeff is that he doesn't just give you some basic answer - instead, he gives you a variety of answers based on the situation that YOU are in and the type of life that you want to lead. I've spent decades researching living in Europe, and I know quite a bit.  Well, I thought I did.  And then Jeff came on and dropped a ton of new knowledge on me. Want to know the "Asheville of Europe?"  Or what country is "if Greece and Switzerland had a baby?"   Don't miss this one!

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 where are we currently building micro resorts (hint:  one place is international, it starts with a B, and it's not the Bahamas - although I wouldn't be opposed to that down the road).

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 friend Erika Kennedy packed up her life in Canada, her husband, two kids, and mom and headed off for that dream lifestyle in Costa Rica. And after living there for 4 years, she explains what it is ACTUALLY like to live that beachfront paradise lifestyle - the good, the bad, and the WTF - including some of the most random things you can't get there. (oh, and she also renovated a decrepit mountaintop house, so she's really seen it all). Enjoy this behind the scenes look at what life in Costa Rica is really like...and maybe you'll be packing your bags sooner rather than later.

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 on it, and why AirBnB's aren't dead (but a lot are on life support). If you're interested in going on this journey with us, then you're in luck - we'll be releasing new EPOP Real Estate shows every week to give you a behind the scenes look as we go on a mission to create the most unique and boutique micro-resorts around the world. 00:00 Introduction to Experiential Hospitality 00:57 The State of Hotels and Short-Term Rentals 02:59 Defining Experiential Hospitality 05:59 The Importance of Unique Experiences 09:08 Creating Purpose-Driven Properties 11:56 The Future of Hospitality 14:55 Investing in Experiential Hospitality