Nomading in Mexico, Stylish Minimalism, and Becoming a Full-Time YouTuber with Sergio Sala (Ep 165)

Hear how eight years without a base changed what travel means to him and how he balances documenting life with presence. ============================ Get the Monday Minute my weekly email with 3 personal recs for travel, culture, and living beyond borders you can read in 60 seconds. ============================ ON THIS EPISODE Sergio Sala shares his journey growing up in Mexico, studying abroad in Italy, backpacking around Europe, and eventually becoming a full-time digital nomad and YouTube video creator. He shares the top digital nomad destinations for living and working in Mexico, including what he loves about Mexico City and how to get to the hidden beach near Sayulita. Matt and Sergio then discuss the close bond between Ireland and Mexico and reflect on their travels in Ireland. Sergio then opens up about his first trip to New York City, and how it changed his perceptions about people in the U.S. He then shares some of his top international travel experiences including attending the World Cup in Russia, studying at a Buddhist temple in China, and spending two weeks in Tibet. Sergio also explains how he selects his travel destinations, structures his day, and sustains the digital nomad lifestyle with no base. He then takes us behind the scenes of his life as a professional YouTuber, shares some tips on how to do it full time, and reflects on how he balances the video documentation of his life with the importance of being present in the moment. Sergio also discusses the importance of minimalism in his life, and shares some tips on how to travel the world with carry-on luggage only while still looking stylish (including his favorite travel clothing brands). And, finally, he reflects on why he continues to travel after 8 years as a full time nomad, and what travel means to him today. → Full show notes with direct links to everything discussed are available here. ============================ FIND YOUR NEXT EPISODE Explore The Maverick Show Starter Packs — some of my favorite conversations curated by theme so you can easily find the episodes that match your interests. ============================ FREE RESOURCES FOR YOU See my Top 10 Travel Apps See my Top 10 Books that Shaped the Way I Travel See my 7 Keys For Building A Remote Business (Even in a space that’s not traditionally virtual) Watch my Video Training on Stylish Minimalist Packing so you can join #TeamCarryOn See the Travel Gear I Use and Recommend See How I Produce The Maverick Show Podcast (The equipment, services & vendors I use) ============================ ENJOYING THE SHOW? Follow The Maverick Show on Instagram and DM Matt to continue the conversation Please leave a rating and review — it really helps the show and I read each one personally Support the show by buying me a coffee — espressos help me produce significantly better podcast episodes!