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Travel FAQ Interview with Alex Zelloe
March 3, 2023 · By Alex
Europe
4 Off-the-Beaten-Path Greek Islands you should visit
A country right at the heart of European history, Greece’s climate and heritage have long made it one of the c...
September 4, 2019
Oceania
5 Ways to Explore the Australian Outback
Want to explore Australia’s outback? There are many ways to travel across the outback, all of which have their...
March 5, 2019
Europe
Let's Talk about Crete
This week we have an exclusive guest post from Karim & Ashley Mahrougui, an amazing part of our team whom ...
February 8, 2019
Travel Guides
6 Epic Destinations for Adventurous Travelers
If you’re the kind of person who would rather be climbing mountains and swimming with sharks than laying on th...
January 31, 2019
Europe
Top Castles to see in Europe
Many stories revolve around castles adorned with gold and sprawling with ivy. But in Europe, these structures ...
December 19, 2018
Europe
Castles & Alps - An Austrian Adventure
https://youtu.be/ci9dtlyOLHk As we were exploring the southern part of Germany, we made our way to the famous ...
December 7, 2018
Africa
Tanzanian Safari and Maasai Experience
Venturing to the heart of Africa has always been a dream of mine. This year, that dream became a reality. We g...
November 3, 2018
Africa
25 Awe Inspiring Tanzanian Safari Photos
This was my first safari experience ever and it was absolutely life changing! We split our time between the Ng...
October 8, 2018
Africa
Tanzanian Hot Air Balloon Safari
On my recent trip to Tanzania, I decided to try out something new - a hot air balloon safari over the Serenget...
September 28, 2018
Travel Tips
Captain's Log: Documenting Your Travels
Live through your travels, write about the experiences, and hold on to the memories. In the end what you’ll ha...
September 22, 2018
Europe
Modes of Exploration - Cruising in Style
The world is ours to explore. By taking the adventures to sea, the opportunity to visit multiple countries in ...
August 24, 2018
Europe
Castles and Alps - An Unplanned Journey
This journey was completely random... My friend Dave flew to Barcelona for two weeks and wanted to meet up wit...
August 1, 2018
Europe
A Greek Odyssey - Adventures in Mykonos
Welcome to the island of Mykonos - a Greek paradise with chic yachts, wild parties, and endless gyros. Between...
July 14, 2018
Europe
Go travel! Step outside of your comfort zone!
This week we have an exclusive guest post from fellow travel blogger Kim Edelsbacher - Instagram (Think Gypsy)...
July 7, 2018
Central America
Exclusive Guest Post - Costa Rican Yoga Retreat with Jane
This week we have an exclusive guest post from fellow traveler Jane Rodgers. "Sign me up, take all of my time,...
June 19, 2018
North America
Welcome to Impulse Odyssey
Many people are scared to travel and take new opportunities outside of their comfort zone. Let us inspire you ...
May 23, 2018
Interview
How Instagram and Travel will Change your Life - Christian Byfield Interview
Do you ever crave adventure? Are you ready to travel the world but you feel like your 9- 5 job is holding you ...
May 8, 2018
Asia
Exclusive Interview - Waterfall Repelling in Vietnam
This week we have an Exclusive Interview with a fellow travel blogger named Julia. She speaks with us about he...
April 8, 2018
Africa
Blonde Around the World - Top 5 Adventures
This week we have a special guest post by a fellow travel blogger Taisia, also known as Blonde around the Worl...
March 23, 2018
Interview
Stories Among the Crowds
There is something enlightening about sharing stories with people you know you’ll never see again. We are cons...
March 16, 2018
Europe
Dutch Netherlands! - Amsterdam Travel Guide
If you are Alice, then Amsterdam is your Wonderland. With so many winding alleyways and Venetian-like canals, ...
March 5, 2018
Australia
Cage Diving with Great Whites in Australia - Our First Youtube Video!
Cage diving has always been on my bucket list. Great White Sharks are among the most majestic creatures on thi...
February 23, 2018
Africa
The World Is Our Classroom - Life Studying Abroad
Spending a semester abroad is an opportunity offered by most universities which allow undergraduate and gradua...
February 12, 2018
Australia
Exploring the Great Barrier Reef - Australia
Seeing the Great Barrier Reef had been on my bucket list ever since I was a child. All these years I had snork...
February 9, 2018
Australia
Daintree Rainforest Adventures - Australia
The Daintree Rainforest is located in northeast Australia, its entrance is about two hours north of the city o...
January 24, 2018
Australia
Kangaroo Island - Australia
Kangaroo Island has among the most fascinating nature and wildlife in the entire world. Koalas live in the tre...
January 8, 2018
Australia
Cage Diving with Great White Sharks - Port Lincoln, Australia
Cage diving has always been on my bucket list. Great White Sharks are among the most majestic creatures on thi...
January 2, 2018
Europe
Belgian Waffles! - Brussels Travel Guide
Brussels is a mosaic masterpiece of assorted cultures and ethnicities. Proof of such diversity can be found on...
December 14, 2017
Europe
Deck the Halls in Denmark! – Copenhagen Travel Guide
Denmark is a nation rich with history and innovation. The Danish people have contributed much to the modern wo...
December 10, 2017
Travel Tips
Get Free Travel and Win at Life with this Epic Credit Card
Choosing the best credit card is not only good for free travel, it will literally change your life. I want to ...
November 29, 2017
South America
Volunteering in Peru: Traveling with a Purpose
It is quite remarkable how easily travel can elicit a new perspective on life. An individual’s perceptions of ...
November 13, 2017
Travel Tips
DJI Mavic Pro: A Traveler's Best Friend
Ever since drones hit the consumer market, I have always wanted to get my hands on one, but they were all too ...
November 5, 2017
Travel Guides
Top 5 Vacations for Awe-Inspiring Winter Thrills
Factoring in cost, quality of life, and ease of access, here is a quick selection of the best vacations to go ...
October 26, 2017
Africa
A Blast from the Past: Journey to the Sahara
Growing up, I was exposed to non-stop adventure. Being dragged around from country to country became the norm ...
October 21, 2017
Travel Guides
The Ultimate Path to Saving Money For Travel
You have finally decided that it's time for you to take an epic adventure. Maybe you even have the desire to t...
October 12, 2017
South America
Ushuaia: A Journey to the End of the World
After the Perito Moreno Glacier trek, we continued heading as far south as we could go on the South American c...
October 3, 2017
South America
Trekking the Perito Moreno Glacier
Next on our journey through southern Argentina was a trek to the great Perito Moreno Glacier. Located in Los G...
September 17, 2017
South America
Meet and Greet with the Magellanic Penguins
After exploring Buenos Aires, the journey continued towards Patagonia, Ushuaia, and the southernmost tip of So...
September 11, 2017
South America
The Paris of South America: Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, Argentina is often called the “Paris of South America”. Being the second largest city in South A...
September 6, 2017
Asia
Ancient Kung-Fu: Shaolin Temple Adventures
My adventures throughout China led me to the Henan province, located in the central region of China. Here, I e...
August 19, 2017
Asia
The Giant Majestic Pandas of Chengdu
Located in the mountains of southwestern China near the eastern border of Tibet, Chengdu is the capital city o...
August 7, 2017
Asia
The Wild Wild East: Shanghai
After my Beijing experience, I knew I had to return to China as soon as possible. The following year, I secure...
August 1, 2017
Asia
The Wild Wild East: Beijing
Ok... the entire story begins in the summer of 2011. The reason I ended up going to China so much started back...
July 21, 2017
North America
Everglades Airboat Cruising
Last week was my birthday and I made a quick stop down to Miami for the weekend with some friends. After spend...
July 11, 2017
Central America
Arenal Volcanic Hot Springs: Costa Rica
Arenal is Costa Rica’s best-known stratovolcano – a large, symmetrical volcano that’s built upon layers of ash...
July 5, 2017
Central America
Playing with Wild Monkeys and Feeding Crocodiles
Rio Naranjo, Costa Rica Located to the east of Quepos, this beautiful river is filled with lush wildlife, monk...
June 20, 2017
Central America
Zip-Lining Across Monteverde Cloud Forest: Costa Rica
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve The Monteverde Cloud Forest is the ultimate gem of Costa Rica’s Clo...
June 16, 2017
Central America
Explore Costa Rica in 10 Inspiring Photos
Costa Rica is one of the most biologically diverse places on the planet. Rolling hills, vast shorelines, and l...
June 15, 2017
North America
Travel Hacks: Hidden City Ticketing
Ever since airlines created the hub-and-spoke business model, this ticketing hack has been possible; however, ...
June 6, 2017
Asia
The Real Cost of Travel Throughout Thailand: Spending Guide
How much does it cost to travel in Thailand? This depends on your taste and travel budget! It can be really ch...
May 25, 2017
Europe
Iceland Guide: Reykjavik, Blue Lagoon, Glaciers, & Northern Lights
For such a small country, Iceland packs one hell of a punch! It is packed with beauty, culture, and diversity....
May 13, 2017
Europe
The Eternal Waterfalls and Geysers of Iceland
Iceland is a small but mystical place. This incredible island is filled with gorgeous geological structures, e...
May 11, 2017
North America
How to Find the Cheapest Flights & Tickets
Travel doesn’t have to be expensive! Here are my favorite tricks for finding cheap flights and getting the bes...
May 3, 2017
North America
5 Things Travel Has Taught Me
Traveling is a fantastic facet to any lifestyle. Everyday is an adventure, but sometimes the frustrations and ...
April 24, 2017
Asia
Songkran 2017 - Thailand
Every year on April 13th, the Songkran begins. It is based off of the Buddhist solar calendar and marks the of...
April 14, 2017
Asia
Why You Shouldn’t Ride Elephants In Thailand
Everyone wants to ride elephants in Thailand. When I first arrived, I wanted to as well. Imagine how incredibl...
April 10, 2017
Asia
Pileh Lagoon & Long Beach - Thailand
This incredible lagoon is located a short trip away from Maya Bay. One can either take a day trip from Phuket ...
April 3, 2017
Asia
Chiang Mai (Thailand) - Travel Guide
Out of all the places in Thailand, Chiang Mai & Pai were by far my favorite. I spent a large portion of my...
March 21, 2017
Asia
Town of Pai (Thailand) - Mini Travel Guide
Pai, the backpackers haven of northern Thailand. This little slice of heaven in the jungle is about 3.5 hours ...
March 20, 2017
Asia
The Hidden Jungle Town of Pai (Thailand) - Backpacker's Haven
After our incredible Elephant experience, we decided to travel four hours north to the small jungle town of Pa...
March 17, 2017
Asia
The Happy Elephant Home - Thailand (Mae Taeng)
While riding up the mountain road to Doi Suthep, we stopped on the side of the road to grab a bite to eat at a...
March 12, 2017
Asia
Doi Suthep - Thailand (Chiang Mai)
When I arrived in Chiang Mai, I immediately fell in love. It is a beautiful northern city a few hours from the...
March 8, 2017
Asia
Maya Bay - Paradise on Earth (Thailand)
After a year of waiting to visit Thailand, I finally accomplished my goal. I have been dreaming about visiting...
March 7, 2017
Asia
Monkey Beach - Thailand (Phi Phi Island)
We began our adventure with some friends from the west coast. I ran into them on the ferry ride over from Pato...
March 5, 2017
Asia
Impulse Odyssey Explores Phi Phi Island (Thailand)
We have finally found paradise on Earth. The famous Phi Phi Island, located in the Andaman Sea near the southe...
March 5, 2017
Asia
Patong Beach - Thailand (Phuket)
After our crazy first 24 hours in Bangkok with 2 hours of sleep, we decided to hop on a flight headed to Phuke...
March 5, 2017
Asia
Welcome to Bangkok (Thailand)
After the string of flights across the world, I finally made it to one of the craziest places on Earth. At 1am...
February 28, 2017
Asia
Off to Bangkok (Thailand) - Adventure Awaits
I have been planning to visit Thailand for quite some time. It started when I watched a movie called The Beach...
February 25, 2017
Asia
Alishan Mountain Adventures (Taiwan)
As we made our way into central Taiwan, we ventured into Alishan National Park. This area is know for its moun...
February 20, 2017
Asia
Snake Alley - Huaxi Night Market, Taipei (Taiwan)
After an exhausting 14 hour flight to Taipei, I got off the plane and was immediately greeted by my friend and...
February 18, 2017
North America
Let the Blogging Begin - Impulse Odyssey Style!
My name is Alex and this is Impulse Odyssey. I'm 23 and have lived, worked, and traveled across 31 countries i...
February 7, 2017