Sebastian Modak is an award-winning freelance travel writer and multimedia journalist, a profession that has taken him all over the world.
You might recognize him as the New York Times 52 Places Traveler from 2019 where he reported from a different destination each week for an entire year. His work has also appeared in Condé Nast Traveler, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and AFAR, to name a few.
In this episode, Sebastian shares some incredible stories as well as helpful travel advice for newbies and nomads alike.
Tune in to discover:
- How growing up as a 3rd culture kid and How different cultures can shape your childhood and how you carry it with you throughout your life
- Expert advice for battling loneliness on the road
- Why walking a place when you first arrive is such a great habit
- What it was like traveling the world for a year for the New York Times
- A powerful tip for using social media without letting it interfere with your travels
- How to better connect with locals anywhere in the world
- An unforgettable experience in Central Asia
- Why the mindset you are traveling with is so critical and how your inner world changes your outer experiences
- How music enhances your travel
- And much more!
If you love to travel (and I know you do) you don't want to miss this episode!
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Mentioned Resources:
Sebastian's Website