Daniel Scheffler is a Madrid-based travel writer who writes about cultural travel, identity and the human stories that shape how we move through the world. Scheffler is also the host of Without Maps, a travel podcast about how movement shapes identity, and he writes a newsletter via withoutmaps.substack.com.At Forbes, he covers transformative travel experiences, with a focus on luxury travel, adventure travel and the deeper meanings behind where we go and why. His travel writing has also appeared in The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, where he’s explored everything from slow travel to the evolution of place-based storytelling. With a focus on empathy, culture and nuance, Scheffler’s reporting highlights the moments and places that connect us. Follow Scheffler for destination stories, travel trends and thought-provoking conversations from the world of travel.