Welcome to the Experiences Podcast!

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

“If price and convenience are all that matter, we should all be eating at McDonald’s.” – Zach Smith

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.

🌐 Learn More

• Visit: https://anywhere.com
• Follow Anywhere on Instagram and Trustpilot
• Try planning your own trip: anywhere.com

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