FT: Do you ever get seasick?
JG: I have, but on much smaller boats on incredibly rough wa-
ters. Even on cloudy, windy semi-stormy days, I have never
had a problem with being sea sick on a cruise ship. The ships
are so much more massive then we realize and really mask
the waves well. Then again, I’m a pretty lucky guy and there’s
always a chance I’ve just been lucky with friendly oceans.
FT: Name the most interesting place you traveled to while
on The Voyager . What was it about this place that stuck out?
JG: The Voyager took me to Girona Spain, and literally every-
thing (and I mean EVERTHING) took the cake. The people
were so genuine, unique, and vibrant. The food was authentic
and fresh, yet still honored traditions from hundreds of years
ago. The geography and landscapes were exactly what you’d
expect from the sunshine-soaked Mediterranean cliché we’ve
all heard about. And nothing beats hanging out with the
castells, literally human towers. These guys are not only ath-
letes, building crazy nine-story-tall towers out of humans, but
they made me feel loved and like family. It was unforgettable.
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FT: Being environmentally conscious and practicing human-
itarianism is important to you. What are some words of ad-
vice on how to treat the lands that provide us with so much
beauty and excitement?
“The Voyager took me to Girona Spain,
and literally everything (and
I mean EVERTHING) took the cake.”
JG: It’s so easy to take, but in so many ways, I think mankind
has forgotten how to give back. Emphasizing eco-tourism and
exercising a plant-based diet is an incredibly effective way to
take care of our bodies, our planet, and feel just as enriched
as anyone else traveling the globe. I am living, breathing proof
that we can live the big life, take care of our planet, and feel
incredibly rewarded. By doing so, I feel true joy and bliss, so
much more than I ever did living carelessly. Because the uni-
verse continues to match my contributions, I get more, I enjoy
more, I feel more, granting me access to a canyon of satisfac-
tion and gratitude that I never fathomed. So next time you’re
out and about on vacation, look up local eco-tourism oppor-
tunities or volunteer opportunities. It’s an excellent way to meet
your destination. I promise it will come back to you tenfold.
FT: What are some of your traveling plans in the future?
What do you hope to accomplish next?
JG: I’ve spent a lot of time working on The Voyager and en-
joyed every minute of it. I absolutely loved getting to know
New Zealand in April, and having some me-time was much
needed. I’ll be posting lots of YouTube and Instagram updates
with all my latest work, as production for The Voyager with
Josh Garcia season 2 is now in high gear. Be sure to be watch-
ing NBC on Saturday mornings starting Sept 30!
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