Experiences

Mark Sandeno sits down with longtime friend and fellow adventurer Zach Smith, founder of Anywhere.com — a global travel platform that’s redefining how we explore the world.

In this episode, we go deep on:

🌍 The origin story: How Zach went from body surfing and hammocks to building one of the most thoughtful travel companies in the world

🔁 From chance meeting to startup launch: The unlikely business plan that began with a dusty office in Costa Rica

🤝 Why co-created travel matters: Personalized trips, informed travelers, and meaningful connections with local cultures

💡 The Anywhere model: Tech-enabled, human-powered itineraries that deliver immersive, regret-free experiences

⚖️ Mass travel vs. mindful travel: How convenience and cost miss what great travel is really about

🌱 What’s next: New geographies in development (Greece, Morocco, Italy, Mexico) and how Anywhere continues to scale with integrity

Whether you’re a traveler looking for deeper experiences or an entrepreneur building something that matters, this conversation will challenge your thinking on what modern travel should be.

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