Counting Countries | Travel The Entire World

Download Episode! A true global citizen who was inspired to country count after an impulsive wager with a friend. Mario has lived on 3 continents in 7 different countries.  He has had a 30 year career in travel and in IT.  Mario on a bet with a childhood friend began his quest to travel the world.  I joined Mario at his office at the Pacific Asia Travel Association in Bangkok where he serves as the Chief Executive Officer.  In his role, he is able to mix business and leisure travel to explore the world.     Subscribe on iTunes today! More about Mario Hardy: Born in: Montreal, Canada Passports from: Canada & France Favorite travel book: National Geographic Favorite travel film: When The Villagers Left  by Kyle Sandilands Favorite travel site:  TripIt | Emirates | Triip.me | Kaligo    Must carry:  iPad, Bose headphones, iTraq GPS Tracker, The Dash (Bragi bluetooth headphone), and running sneakers for my morning run Favorite food: Persian, Vietnamese, and Thai Favorite drink: Whiskey Favorite Airline: Em