Discussing travel with other jetsetters is one of our favorite things to do. In this three-part series, I talk with a future world traveler as he has plans to set out with his wife for at least a year. In this episode, we discuss safety concerns while traveling, packing tips to make the most out of a single backpack, and using tour guides to your advantage. If you are a potential long-term traveler with big dreams, you will find this episode of Passport Joy Travel Talk interesting as I answer questions from a listener who wants to see the world. Main Topics Covered: Security on the road Handling safety concerns Packing tips Using tour guides to your advantage Links Mentioned in the Episode: Check out all of the PARTNERS that have made our lives easy while traveling the world.  Nikki’s first published book - Passport Joy - can be found on the Kindle store on Amazon.  Look through the TrustedHouseSitters website and get your discount by using our link Podcast 5: Staying Safe on the Road (Matt Gets Left at Sea) Lisbon, Portugal Podcast (Our Second Trip to the Romantic & Festive City) Travel Backpack Carry On TSA (20 Tips to Pack Your Life) Best Travel Spots for 2019 (Places You May NOT Know) Financial Travel Tips (and Always Wearing the Same Clothes) Sign up for our Newsletter to get the latest tips in Travel and hear about our weekly visits around the world