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Dive into this episode to hear all the tips and tricks you need to book that first solo trip.

Ariel is a pediatric medical speech-language pathologist, international speaker, creator of Wander Lounge podcast and CEO of Nomadic Perspectives, LLC. and by heart, a lifelong traveler and storyteller. Two weeks after graduating college she joined the Peace Corps as a health volunteer in Africa—a decision that ignited her passion for exploring new cultures and perspectives.

Over the next seven years, she lived and worked in Mozambique, Brazil, China, and the Dominican Republic, immersing in the rich diversity of each place. Today, she has visited over 25 countries and these experiences have shaped her worldview and influenced her work. Her curiosity and adventurous spirit drives everything she does. Her mission is clear: to empower and inspire women to embrace travel, as a means of self-discovery, personal growth, and cultural exploration, which she shares through her podcasts and speaking events.

In this episode you will hear:

Tips for female solo travelers

Safety for solo travelers

What have you learned about yourself through solo travel

How to make friends while traveling

What do you wish you would have known before solo traveling

Transformative solo travel moments

Specific destinations recommended for first time solo travel

Welcome to Manitoba Canada!  This weel we will be splitting this episode into traveling to Manitoba Canada but we also will be focusing on Churchill within Manitoba.

Carolyn is a mom who loves adventure and slow travel. From living in Morocco to traveling around South America for five months- she is a mom who enjoys exploring the world with her family. You can hear more about their adventures on Prairie Crew Adventures

In this episode you will hear about:

Best time of year to visit Manitoba

Winter adventures in Manitoba Canada

Summer adventures in Manitoba

How to get around Manitoba

Where to stay in Manitoba

Food to try in Manitoba

Must see in Manitoba Canada

What to do in Churchill Canada

Polar bear, belugas and northern lights

Meet Emma Weber! Emma is a mom of 5 and moved with her family to Stuttgart Germany. Since moving there she has embraced the culture, people and travel all around Europe. In this episode Emma shares all about her charming town of Stuttgart Germany and shares everything you need to start planning your next trip to Germany. In this episode we will cover:

Different seasons in Germany

When to travel to Germany

Festivals near Stuttgart Germany

Food to try in Germany

Transportation in Germany

Immersive experiences to try in Germany

Differences between living in Germany and USA

Cash or Credit Cards

Ideal itinerary for Germany

Things to do in Stuttgart

Listen this week as I talk to Marae from bravefamilytravel all about both Bali and all about her life traveling full time. She has lived temporarily in Bali many times and shares all about this bucket list worthy adventure.

Sanur

Ubud

Seminyak

Canggu

Kuta

Pemuteran

Amed

Gili Islands

Listen today all about the beautiful and historic Boston Massachusetts. Jenny was born and raised near Boston and shares all of her insights for the best things to do, see, and eat. 

This weeks episode is all about the North Shore of Oahu. Natalie was born and raised in Laie and shares all of her favorites and must do, see and eat to plan your perfect vacation

Join me as I talk to world traveler, Nicky Yamamoto, all about Amsterdam and Rotterdam in the Netherlands. She has traveled to six continents and countless countries. She lived in Rotterdam for 3 years and shares all of her favorites

Join me as I talk to Bonnie from famdiego all about the beautiful San Diego California. Bonnie is a travel influencer, who has every little tip about San Diego you could imagine. She has lived in San Diego for almost 20 years. These are the topics we will cover this week:

Tips for traveling as a solo traveler

Logistics of traveling to San Diego (hotels, car rentals, airports)

Favorite beaches in San Diego

Favorite places to visit in San Diego

Amusement park tips (Lego Land, Sea World, San Diego Zoo, Safari Park)

Best insider tips

Favorite food in San Diego

Must see places in San Diego

Join me as I talk to Ashley all about Seattle and the surrounding areas

Join me in this episode as I talk to Michelle Pearson all about Chiang Mai, Thailand- meeshpearson on instagram. We talk about our most helpful hints for traveling to Thailand as well as put together a list of our favorite things to do, see and eat there.

8 Best Things to do in Chiang Mai:

1- Visit Temples

Wat Chedi Luang

What Phra That Doi Suthep

2- Visit an Elephant Sanctuary

3- Go to a cooking school

4- Try all the Thai food

5- Visit the night markets

6- Get a traditional Thai massage

7- Zip line through the jungle

8- Take a bike tour around the old city