The Holafly Podcast

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The Holafly Podcast is a weekly travel show hosted by Harry Jaggard and Travel with Chris, two of YouTube’s biggest travel creators. Each episode features conversations with travelers, creators, and adventurers about destinations, real experiences, and stories from the road. The podcast offers honest, unfiltered discussions, including behind-the-scenes moments, the business side of YouTube, the realities of being a content creator, and what it’s really like to build a life while traveling the world. It invites listeners to join the adventure and see travel from a more authentic perspective.

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    How Travel Youtubers REALLY make MONEY | The Holafly Podcast #05

    Can you still become a successful YouTuber in 2026?In this episode of The Holafly Podcast,  @harryjaggardtravel  and  @Travelwithchris  reveal the strategies, lessons and mistakes that helped them turn content creation into a full-time business.They share how they started with no guarantee of success, what it really takes to grow an audience and why treating YouTube like a business changed everything. Harry also reveals how he made $6,000 in his first month on YouTube, while Chris explains why consistency, reinvesting in your content and building the right team are essential for long-term growth.The conversation also explores the reality people rarely see behind the videos: working around the clock, dealing with burnout, balancing relationships and family, adapting to AI and finding different ways to monetize a personal brand beyond YouTube ad revenue.Whether you want to become a travel creator, grow your personal brand or turn social media into a real business, this episode reveals the creator secrets that nobody teaches you when you are starting.#Holafly #HolaflyPodcast #YouTubeTips #YouTubeGrowth #ContentCreator #CreatorEconomy #YouTubeBusiness #YouTubeMonetization #MakeMoneyOnYouTube #TravelYouTuber #SocialMediaStrategy #PersonalBrand #CreatorTips #DigitalCreator #YouTube2026Get your eSIM here: https://hfly.co/qbdemMore from Holafly:Newsletter with exclusive content: https://theholaflypodcast.substack.comMore from Holafly:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holafly_esimWebsite: https://esim.holafly.com/LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST ON:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ErockaMiqATlYCzSjBV?si=bn51HMopTrm6mf8DZGn5dg🎧 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/e78b7798-086e-474b-a662-c63672228390/the-holafly-podcast🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-holafly-podcast/id678420183200:00:00 Behind the Scenes of Being a YouTuber00:01:36 Turning a Passion Into a Career00:05:18 Making $6,000 in His First Month00:06:24 Why Most Creators Give Up Too Early00:14:21 Treating YouTube Like a Business00:19:36 Building Confidence, Skills and a Team00:27:15 Short-Form, AI and Staying Relevant00:35:05 Relationships and the Cost of the Dream00:43:15 How YouTubers Really Make Money00:55:09 Success, Family and What Comes Next

  2. Jul 18

    Which Asian Country Should You Visit First? | The Holafly Podcast #04

    What does it really take to leave everything behind, buy a one-way ticket to Thailand, and build a life around travel?In this episode of The Holafly Podcast,  ⁨@harryjaggardtravel⁩  and  ⁨@Travelwithchris⁩  sit down with OG travel creator  ⁨@SteveYalo⁩  to talk about more than a decade of travel, YouTube, backpacking, van life, and some of the wildest experiences Southeast Asia has to offer. Steve shares how he left his corporate marketing job, sold almost everything he owned, and flew to Thailand with no real plan other than to travel and make videos. From backpacking through Southeast Asia and staying with local families in Vietnam to hitchhiking across Myanmar and living in a converted school bus, this episode explores both the freedom and the reality behind a life of constant travel.They also debate the best countries in Southeast Asia for beaches, street food, nightlife, friendly locals, digital nomads, solo female travelers and first-time visitors. Plus, they reveal their most underrated destinations, including East Java, Cambodia, Myanmar and Papua New Guinea. An honest conversation about taking risks, meeting strangers who become lifelong friends, getting off the beaten path, and why sometimes the best travel experiences are the ones you could never have planned. #Holafly #HolaflyPodcast #TravelPodcast #SteveYalo #TravelCreator #SoutheastAsia #Backpacking #SoloTravel #DigitalNomad #VanLife #travelstories Get your eSIM here: https://hfly.co/qbdem More from Holafly: Newsletter with exclusive content: https://theholaflypodcast.substack.com More from Holafly: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holafly_esim Website: https://esim.holafly.com/ LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST ON: 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ErockaMiqATlYCzSjBV?si=bn51HMopTrm6mf8DZGn5dg 🎧 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/e78b7798-086e-474b-a662-c63672228390/the-holafly-podcast 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-holafly-podcast/id6784201832 INTRO 00:00:00 Trailer 00:02:18 Quitting Everything for a One-Way Ticket 00:08:58 From Backpacking to Business and Bus Life 00:12:54 The Brutal Truth About Van Life 00:18:19 Why Hostels Create Instant Friendships 00:25:29 The Travel Experiences You Can’t Plan 00:34:05 Myanmar, Bali and the Overrated Debate 00:47:45 Southeast Asia Showdown: Who Wins? 00:54:57 The Best Country for First-Time Travelers 00:58:19 Asia’s Most Underrated Hidden Gems 01:07:09 The One Travel Advice Steve Lives By

  3. Jul 11

    We survived RIO CARNIVAL (barely) | The Holafly Podcast #03

    Two travel creators. One of the world's biggest parties. Here is what Rio Carnival is actually like. Welcome back to The Holafly Podcast, with Harry Jaggard and Travel with Chris. In this episode, Harry and Chris give their honest verdict on Rio Carnival, one of the largest events in the world, with millions of people filling the streets of Rio de Janeiro every February. They cover everything first-timers need to know about Rio Carnival: the difference between the blocos and the Sambadrome parade, how to actually plan your trip, what safety in Rio is really like, the flirting culture at Carnival, and why losing your group without phone service might be the scariest part of the whole experience. Beyond Brazil, the episode goes into some of their wildest shared travel moments, including how they first met in Bangkok, eating raw meat in Ethiopia, and an honest conversation about whether visiting every country in the world is a real goal or just a travel ego trip. If you are planning a trip to Rio de Janeiro, curious about Brazil travel, or just want an unfiltered conversation about what it is really like to experience one of the world's biggest events, this episode is for you. Subscribe for new episodes every week with  ⁨@harryjaggardtravel⁩  and  ⁨@Travelwithchris⁩ and guests from around the world. Get your eSIM here: https://hfly.co/qbdem More from Holafly: Newsletter with exclusive content: https://theholaflypodcast.substack.com More from Holafly LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holafly_esimWebsite: https://esim.holafly.com/ LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST ON: 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ErockaMiqATlYCzSjBV?si=bn51HMopTrm6mf8DZGn5dg 🎧 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/e78b7798-086e-474b-a662-c63672228390/the-holafly-podcast 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-holafly-podcast/id6784201832 CHAPTERS 00:00 Trailer 00:02:28 First impressions of Rio Carnival 00:09:15 Rio beyond Carnival, helicopters, favela tours and steakhouses 00:14:20 The flirting culture at Carnival 00:18:30 The samba parade, Olympic-level spectacle 00:24:50 How Harry and Chris met in Bangkok 00:27:10 Raw meat in Ethiopia and comfort zones 00:36:00 Israel and Palestine, filming the most controversial destination 00:45:30 Is visiting every country in the world worth it? 00:51:30 Future guests and what's coming next

  4. Jul 2

    Why NOBODY Wants You to visit CHINA | The Holafly Podcast #02

    What is traveling to China really like beyond politics, surveillance and the usual Western headlines?In this episode of The Holafly Podcast,  ⁨@harryjaggardtravel⁩  and  ⁨@Travelwithchris⁩  are joined by Steve from  ⁨@jetlagwarriors⁩  to explore the reality of traveling across China and how different it feels from the image often presented in Western media.Together with his wife Ivana and their daughter Jean, Steve has traveled through China several times, including a 2,000-kilometer road trip across Yunnan and into Tibet. From futuristic cities and high-speed infrastructure to remote mountain landscapes, local food, safety and everyday life, they break down the side of China most people never get to see.They also discuss the biggest misconceptions about the country, why China surprised all of them and what makes it one of the most fascinating places to travel right now.Steve also shares how Jet Lag Warriors became a full-time travel channel, how parenthood changed the way they travel and why some of their simplest videos, from supermarkets to everyday local life, became their biggest hits. Subscribe for more honest travel conversations with Harry Jaggard, Travel with Chris and guests from around the world. #ChinaTravel #TravelToChina #ChinaTravelTips #JetLagWarriors #Holafly #HolaflyPodcast Get your eSIM here: https://hfly.co/qbdem Newsletter with exclusive content: https://theholaflypodcast.substack.com More from Holafly: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holafly_esim Website: https://esim.holafly.com/ LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST ON: 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ErockaMiqATlYCzSjBV?si=bn51HMopTrm6mf8DZGn5dg 🎧 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/e78b7798-086e-474b-a662-c63672228390/the-holafly-podcast 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-holafly-podcast/id6784201832 CHAPTERS 00:00:00 In this episode… 00:01:00 What is China really like? 00:05:10 From regular jobs to full-time travel creators 00:21:18 Misconceptions, propaganda and the real China 00:26:18 Culture shock and everyday life 00:32:19 Why China feels like the future 00:33:01 Why your phone is essential in China 00:35:39 Surveillance, cameras and personal freedom 00:46:26 Getting a Chinese driving licence 00:53:42 Traveling internationally with children 00:58:17 Final thoughts

  5. Jun 25

    Why Everyone is WRONG about PAKISTAN | The Holafly Podcast #01

    Welcome to the first episode of The Holafly Podcast, hosted by  @harryjaggardtravel  and  @Travelwithchris  travel In this new series, we explore real travel stories, behind-the-scenes experiences, creator insights and honest conversations about what it is really like to move through the world today.In this episode, Harry and Chris talk about one of the most misunderstood countries they have both visited: Pakistan. From the way Pakistan is portrayed in Western media to the reality of walking through its markets, meeting locals, drinking endless cups of chai and experiencing its famous hospitality, this conversation looks beyond the usual headlines.They discuss how Pakistan changed Harry’s travel and YouTube career, why Chris decided to visit after watching other creators, and whether travel content has helped show a more human side of the country. They also talk honestly about the challenges of traveling there, including safety concerns, armed security in Peshawar, infrastructure, hotel WiFi, food poisoning, cultural differences and whether Pakistan is ready for mass tourism. The episode also explores Pakistan’s relationship with India, the similarities and tensions between both countries, the role of politics in shaping perceptions, and how Pakistan compares with India and Bangladesh as a travel destination. If you are curious about Pakistan, adventure travel, travel creators, hospitality, food, culture and what it really feels like to visit places that are often misunderstood, this first episode is the perfect place to start. Get your eSIM here: https://hfly.co/qbdem More from Holafly: Newsletter with exclusive content: https://substack.com/@holafly More from Holafly: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holafly_esim Website: https://esim.holafly.com/ LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST ON: 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033ErockaMiqATlYCzSjBV?si=bn51HMopTrm6mf8DZGn5dg 🎧 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/e78b7798-086e-474b-a662-c63672228390/the-holafly-podcast 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-holafly-podcast/id6784201832 CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Welcome to the first Holafly Podcast in English 00:01:25 Why Pakistan? 00:04:24 How Pakistan changed Harry’s YouTube career 00:06:12 How travel videos changed Chris’s perception of Pakistan 00:09:43 Do creators go to Pakistan for the views? 00:12:07 Is Pakistan ready for mass tourism? 00:14:16 Safety, Peshawar and armed security 00:17:28 Pakistani hospitality and the tourism paradox 00:23:48 Hunza, Skardu and the mountains of Pakistan 00:25:45 Pakistani food, street food and food poisoning 00:35:14 Staying connected while traveling in Pakistan 00:38:04 Cultural differences and travel discomfort 00:47:22 India vs Pakistan: politics, people and perception 00:53:19 Why creators need to be honest about difficult destinations 00:55:08 Bangladesh, chaos and South Asia as adventure travel 57:56 Favorite cities in Pakistan

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    Holafly's NEW TRAVEL PODCAST drops TODAY

    🎥 Two of YouTube's biggest travel creators🌍 Guests who've been places Google Maps won't even suggest💀 Trips your travel agent would never book🔓 Stories that will change how you see the world…and a ton of fun 😜 🎧 Travel the world with @harryjaggard and @whichchris_#Holafly #StayConnected #TravelPodcast #TravelStories #esim

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The Holafly Podcast is a weekly travel show hosted by Harry Jaggard and Travel with Chris, two of YouTube’s biggest travel creators. Each episode features conversations with travelers, creators, and adventurers about destinations, real experiences, and stories from the road. The podcast offers honest, unfiltered discussions, including behind-the-scenes moments, the business side of YouTube, the realities of being a content creator, and what it’s really like to build a life while traveling the world. It invites listeners to join the adventure and see travel from a more authentic perspective.

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  • Creator
    Holafly
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Holafly
  • Show Website
    The Holafly Podcast