Travel Free, Live Rich: Unlocking the Freedom Lifestyle with the Lockwoods (Episode 23 / Part 2)

By Wealth on the Move | July 17, 2025

Summary: In Part 2 of this inspiring conversation, host Will Hoffman dives deeper with Phil and Erin Lockwood, the power couple behind Always Be Changing. This episode explores how they turned their adventurous lifestyle into a sustainable business model. They share how they monetized their YouTube channel, built income streams through brand partnerships, and revived the travel agency model with ABC Trips. Phil and Erin also unveil their online course, ‘Travel Free, Live Rich,’ aimed at helping families learn how to design, fund, and fully embrace a semi-nomadic life. From emotional parenting insights to tactical monetization advice, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for anyone dreaming of breaking the mold and living more freely.

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Monetizing content goes beyond YouTube ads—brand deals and direct services are more lucrative.
ABC Trips offers personalized, relationship-driven travel planning with hands-on support.
Travel agents are resurging in popularity due to value-added experiences and human-level service.
Their online course ‘Travel Free, Live Rich’ teaches practical steps to fund and sustain global travel.
Content creation began casually but evolved into a key income stream through consistency and authenticity.
Most brand opportunities come inbound through email after building credibility and audience.
Loyalty programs and travel hacking make luxury experiences accessible with planning.
They emphasize doing it now—before kids are grown, not waiting until retirement.
Immersive travel (e.g. rice harvesting in the Philippines) creates lifelong family memories.
The biggest fear? Not money—but whether their parenting choices truly served their kids long-term.

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