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Eric Aguirre
I'm Eric, I aim to inspire and lead fellow and future thought-provoking leaders around the world. I love geeking out on Personal Development and strive to make myself and the world around me a better place. You can find my published books and articles at erichristian.com
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Eric Aguirre
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Eric Aguirre
July 11, 2019
Exciting Changes to Our New Zealand Itinerary in 2020
Take a look at our revamped itinerary and discover the best of New Zealand's South Island with Under30Experiences!
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Exciting Changes to Our New Zealand Itinerary in 2020
Eric Aguirre
July 11, 2019
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Eric Aguirre
September 4, 2018
Why You Should Visit New Zealand with U30X
New Zealand boasts some of the most stunning natural beauty on the planet. Take a trip to the other side of the globe and explore!
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Why You Should Visit New Zealand with U30X
Eric Aguirre
September 4, 2018
Travel
Eric Aguirre
April 5, 2018
7 Reasons Why You Should Visit The Galapagos with Under30Experiences
The Galapagos has wildlife, nature, and adventure that you literally cannot find anywhere else on the planet. This is why you should experience this place with us.
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7 Reasons Why You Should Visit The Galapagos with Under30Experiences
Eric Aguirre
April 5, 2018
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Eric Aguirre
April 2, 2018
Travel With Us to The Galapagos Islands
Here's what you can expect from our newest U30X experience to one of the most unique and remote places on our wonderful planet -- The Galapagos Islands.
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Travel With Us to The Galapagos Islands
Eric Aguirre
April 2, 2018
Inspiration
Eric Aguirre
February 2, 2018
5 Mental Models To Overcome Fear
Is fear of the unknown keeping you from traveling? Here are 5 mental models to help you overcome that fear and take the leap.
Inspiration
5 Mental Models To Overcome Fear
Eric Aguirre
February 2, 2018
Travel
Eric Aguirre
January 24, 2018
4 Reasons Why You Should Visit Spain Midyear
Thinking about going to Spain? Here's 4 reasons why you should visit midyear!
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4 Reasons Why You Should Visit Spain Midyear
Eric Aguirre
January 24, 2018
Eric Aguirre
December 13, 2017
Be Authentic, Mission Driven, and Unafraid of Failure with David Simnick
In this week’s podcast episode we discuss how to let your mission fuel your plan, navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, and the importance of being authentic.
Be Authentic, Mission Driven, and Unafraid of Failure with David Simnick
Eric Aguirre
December 13, 2017
Eric Aguirre
December 5, 2017
Advocate for Your Health, Take Risks, and See Your Life as an Experiment with Jennifer DeSimone
In this week's podcast episode we discuss food, taking risks, learning how to play as an adult, and viewing your life as an experiment.
Advocate for Your Health, Take Risks, and See Your Life as an Experiment with Jennifer DeSimone
Eric Aguirre
December 5, 2017
Eric Aguirre
November 29, 2017
Create A Thriving Identity Through The Power of Travel
Listen in to an experiemental episode where Live Different Host and Under30Experiences Co-Founder Matt Wilson discusses some of his favorite topics.
Create A Thriving Identity Through The Power of Travel
Eric Aguirre
November 29, 2017
Eric Aguirre
November 22, 2017
Develop a Limitless Mindset Through Keystone Habits with Cody McLain
Cody McClain the founder of several successful businesses tells us how to create a limitless mindset by prioritizing certain keystone habits.
Develop a Limitless Mindset Through Keystone Habits with Cody McLain
Eric Aguirre
November 22, 2017
Eric Aguirre
November 15, 2017
Live Longer, Happier and Healthier Through The Power of Community with David Spinks
Learn about the impact community has on your life and your health with David Spinks the Founder and CEO of CMX Media.
Live Longer, Happier and Healthier Through The Power of Community with David Spinks
Eric Aguirre
November 15, 2017
Eric Aguirre
November 7, 2017
Fail Frequently. Learn to Build Your Perfect Day and Persevere with Chris Hughes
Learn how to form your perfect day through brute perseverance with digital nomad and entrepreneur Chris Hughes
Fail Frequently. Learn to Build Your Perfect Day and Persevere with Chris Hughes
Eric Aguirre
November 7, 2017
Eric Aguirre
November 1, 2017
Make Millions, Travel the World, and Give Back with Multi-Millionaire Tim Sykes
Multi-millionaire Tim Sykes discusses how he achieved success, the impact he's making with his wealth, and how you can learn to do the same
Make Millions, Travel the World, and Give Back with Multi-Millionaire Tim Sykes
Eric Aguirre
November 1, 2017
Eric Aguirre
October 25, 2017
Become the Architect of Your Environment with Leo Babauta of Zen Habits
Learn how to make changes that stick and get comfortable with discomfort in this excellent conversation with Leo Babauta.
Become the Architect of Your Environment with Leo Babauta of Zen Habits
Eric Aguirre
October 25, 2017
Eric Aguirre
October 13, 2017
Embrace The Uncertainty of Solo Travel
Solo travel can feel uncertain – but embrace the fear and you're likely to have the adventure of a lifetime.
Embrace The Uncertainty of Solo Travel
Eric Aguirre
October 13, 2017
Eric Aguirre
October 11, 2017
Discover Your Transformative Superpower with Luz Garcia
In this episode of the Live Different Podcast we talk all things yoga and travel with U30X Yoga Teacher, Luz Garcia.
Discover Your Transformative Superpower with Luz Garcia
Eric Aguirre
October 11, 2017
Eric Aguirre
October 9, 2017
9 Reasons Under30Experiences Loves Its Community
9 Reasons Under30Experiences Loves Its Community
Eric Aguirre
October 9, 2017
Eric Aguirre
October 4, 2017
Get Naked Fast! Eliminate Toxic Foods and Heal Your Body with Diana Stobo
Start taking steps toward healing your body and living a more vibrant life in this episode of the Live Different podcast with Diana Stobo.
Get Naked Fast! Eliminate Toxic Foods and Heal Your Body with Diana Stobo
Eric Aguirre
October 4, 2017
Eric Aguirre
September 9, 2017
Do Something with Your Voice featuring Daniel DiPiazza from Rich20Something
Brain performance, training your focus, and all things personal & business growth. Check out our latest episode of the Live Different Podcast...
Do Something with Your Voice featuring Daniel DiPiazza from Rich20Something
Eric Aguirre
September 9, 2017
Eric Aguirre
September 6, 2017
Life Lessons from a Solo Traveler
Life as a solo traveler certainly has its challenges - but sometimes those challenges can prompt the most important lessons.
Life Lessons from a Solo Traveler
Eric Aguirre
September 6, 2017
Eric Aguirre
August 22, 2017
Do The Thing: Lose Weight, Unleash Mental Capabilities, and Have More Fun with Zen Dude Fitness
Are you ready to have more fun and live the life you want? Check out our new podcast featuring Zen Dude Fitness.
Do The Thing: Lose Weight, Unleash Mental Capabilities, and Have More Fun with Zen Dude Fitness
Eric Aguirre
August 22, 2017
Eric Aguirre
July 15, 2017
Do More Than Get Paid: Love Your Work w. Nathan Chan of Foundr Magazine
Were you born to do what you're currently doing? Learn how Nathan Chan founded a multi-million dollar business pursuing what he loves.
Do More Than Get Paid: Love Your Work w. Nathan Chan of Foundr Magazine
Eric Aguirre
July 15, 2017
Eric Aguirre
June 7, 2017
Become So Good that People Are Afraid to Lose You
Learn the skills and mindsets necessary to execute and become indespensible.
Become So Good that People Are Afraid to Lose You
Eric Aguirre
June 7, 2017
Eric Aguirre
April 19, 2017
Why Developing Relationships is More Important than Just Working Hard
A world-renowned social dynamics expert shares how to build authentic long term relationships
Why Developing Relationships is More Important than Just Working Hard
Eric Aguirre
April 19, 2017
City Guides
Eric Aguirre
March 13, 2017
The Insider Guide to Exploring Barcelona Like a Local
Discover insider tips for exploring Barcelona like a local, not like a tourist! Uncover hidden gems and must-visit spots in this vibrant city.
City Guides
The Insider Guide to Exploring Barcelona Like a Local
Eric Aguirre
March 13, 2017
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Eric Aguirre
January 31, 2017
Join Us in the Peruvian Amazon
We're launching a brand new trip to the Amazon. Here's why you should come and what to expect.
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Join Us in the Peruvian Amazon
Eric Aguirre
January 31, 2017
Inspiration
Eric Aguirre
January 30, 2017
Why I'd Rather be Sorry than Safe
My dream one year ago was to get paid to travel the world. Today I can say I’ve spent the past year doing just that. Learn how I changed my life path in a year.
Inspiration
Why I'd Rather be Sorry than Safe
Eric Aguirre
January 30, 2017
City Guides
Eric Aguirre
December 21, 2016
A cross-city guide through Brooklyn in a day
A city guide for one of the most diverse places on the planet: Brooklyn
City Guides
A cross-city guide through Brooklyn in a day
Eric Aguirre
December 21, 2016
Eric Aguirre
October 12, 2016
Deconstructing Meditation: Improve Performance + Build Relationships w/Robert James Collier of Practical Idealist
Check out another great Live Different Podcast with the co-founder of Under30Experiences, Matt Wilson. In this episode, we deconstruct meditation and so much more...
Deconstructing Meditation: Improve Performance + Build Relationships w/Robert James Collier of Practical Idealist
Eric Aguirre
October 12, 2016
Travel
Eric Aguirre
October 7, 2016
The Only Guide You'll Need for your First Free Flight (+ increase your credit score)
I’ve racked up hundreds of thousands of miles for free flights and hotel stays in the last few months. This is how I did it…
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The Only Guide You'll Need for your First Free Flight (+ increase your credit score)
Eric Aguirre
October 7, 2016
Travel
Eric Aguirre
August 24, 2016
I Visited the First Freed Slave Town in the Americas & This Happened
The first freed slave town isn't where you think it is. I recently led a small group of travelers with Under30Experiences to this historical place and had the best cultural experience of my life.
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I Visited the First Freed Slave Town in the Americas & This Happened
Eric Aguirre
August 24, 2016
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Eric Aguirre
August 22, 2016
4 Reasons Guatemala Has To Be on Your Travel List
Guatemala is one of the best kept secrets when it comes to traveling the world. And even though we've collectively traveled to almost 100 countries, Guatemala knocked us off our feet. Here's our top 4 reasons you have to see this place...
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4 Reasons Guatemala Has To Be on Your Travel List
Eric Aguirre
August 22, 2016
Inspiration
Eric Aguirre
August 18, 2016
Use Fear as a Superpower, not a Weakness
What would your life be like if you didn’t allow irrational fears to dictate your actions?
Inspiration
Use Fear as a Superpower, not a Weakness
Eric Aguirre
August 18, 2016
Travel
Eric Aguirre
August 9, 2016
You'll Never Guess Where You'll Find the Best Mayan Ruins
You know there are Mayan Ruins in Mexico...but did you have any idea some of the coolest ruins are actually in Guatemala?!
Travel
You'll Never Guess Where You'll Find the Best Mayan Ruins
Eric Aguirre
August 9, 2016
Eric Aguirre
August 9, 2016
Why Life on Your Own Terms Should Never be a Phase
Society can lead you to believe that you can't do the things you truly want but it's simply not true. You can live life on your own terms. Learn more!
Why Life on Your Own Terms Should Never be a Phase
Eric Aguirre
August 9, 2016
Eric Aguirre
July 28, 2016
The Human Journey: Embrace Your Calling and Use Travel as a Way to Catalyze Transformation w/ Nathaniel Boyle
Ready to take yourself to the next level? We interviewed one of the Top 100 Influencers in Travel and he shares his life formula & so much more...
The Human Journey: Embrace Your Calling and Use Travel as a Way to Catalyze Transformation w/ Nathaniel Boyle
Eric Aguirre
July 28, 2016
Eric Aguirre
July 11, 2016
How to Stay Healthy and Fit While Traveling
Our Head Coach and Fitness Trainer Donny Gallegos joins us for a wealth of information on everything health and fitness related.
How to Stay Healthy and Fit While Traveling
Eric Aguirre
July 11, 2016
Inspiration
Eric Aguirre
July 3, 2016
6 Under30Experiences Alumni You Have To Meet!
Our travel community is filled with some pretty amazing people. They want to live outside the status quo, make a difference, and follow their true north. Here are some of their stories...
Inspiration
6 Under30Experiences Alumni You Have To Meet!
Eric Aguirre
July 3, 2016
Inspiration
Eric Aguirre
July 3, 2016
Top 42 Books our Travelers Read in 2015
Want to get ahead this year? We recently asked our travel community for the most influential nonfiction books they’ve read this year and the results were incredible...
Inspiration
Top 42 Books our Travelers Read in 2015
Eric Aguirre
July 3, 2016
Eric Aguirre
July 3, 2016
12 Blogs You Should Already be Following
Our community is doing some incredible work in the world and you can see a lot of it online. Check out these 12 blogs you should already be following...
12 Blogs You Should Already be Following
Eric Aguirre
July 3, 2016
Eric Aguirre
July 3, 2016
Travel to Change the World w/ Jeff Greenwald
Prison labor, human rights, & ethical travel: Jeff Greenwald joins us on the Live Different Podcast to discuss traveling the world while making it a better place.
Travel to Change the World w/ Jeff Greenwald
Eric Aguirre
July 3, 2016
Eric Aguirre
June 28, 2016
We Interviewed National Geographic’s Adventurer of the Year
Think cycling around the world, rowing across the Atlantic, and walking across India is impossible for one man to accomplish? Think again...
We Interviewed National Geographic’s Adventurer of the Year
Eric Aguirre
June 28, 2016
Inspiration
Eric Aguirre
October 28, 2015
Best Reads For Travel Lovers
We asked our Community for their favorite books of 2015. Here are the results.
Inspiration
Best Reads For Travel Lovers
Eric Aguirre
October 28, 2015
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