Welcome to another episode of the Girl about the Globe podcast. In this episode I’m joined by fellow solo traveller Afarin Bellisario to talk about all about solo travelling to China. If you’ve ever wanted to travel to China, this episode is for you. 

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Welcome to another episode of the Girl about the Globe podcast. In this episode I’m joined by Melanie Pike, a fellow solo traveller who fell in love with Thailand and wrote a book all about it called ‘Doing Life Differently in Thailand.’ If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Thailand, especially Phuket, this podcast episode is for you. 

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Welcome to episode 121 of the Girl about the Globe podcast. In this episode I talk about travelling with anxiety. If I can do it, so can you and I share my tips and advice on how to deal with anxiety when you travel alone. Especially flight anxiety. If you ever feel anxious before a solo trip, this episode is for you. 

Travelling Alone With Anxiety

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There are many great organisations making a positive social impact to their local communities. Whether it is a restaurant, accommodation or an online business, people are making positive changes about the globe. Here are some fantastic social impact programs around the world.

Resources: https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/social-impact-projects/

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Welcome back to our second series of the podcast! Our series will now be weekly and every Monday. Our second series is all about making a difference. To kick off our second series, as the world starts to open up, I discuss how to be a conscious traveller.

Resources: https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/conscious-travel/conscious-travel-menu/

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If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Nicaragua, tune in to today’s episode where I speak with Stephanie Henthorne, a fellow solo traveller who has visited Nicaragua several times as a solo, and lived there for a year.   

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Thanks for listening to series 1 of the Girl about the Globe podcast. We're now taking a break and series 2 will resume from 6th July 2020. 

If you want to travel solo but are not sure if you can do it. In this week’s episode I cover the pros and cons of travelling alone.

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If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Peru, tune in to today’s episode where I speak with Kach Medina from Two Monkeys Travel who spent six months in Peru and shares her tips on where to go and the similarities between Peru and the Philippines. (N.b. apologies for the sound quality).

Resources: Two Monkeys Travel https://twomonkeystravelgroup.com

Resources: Solo Travel in Peru https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/solo-travel-in-south-america/solo-travel-in-peru/

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You don't have to save for years to be able to travel. Although many travellers work for a long period of time to save up for a trip before taking months off to experience the world, this doesn’t have to be the only option available. Find out what jobs you can do to live and work abroad.

Resources: https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/working-abroad/

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If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Nepal, tune in to today’s episode where I speak with Elen Turner who travelled and lived in Nepal for a year. Elen shares her tips on safety in Nepal and the best places to see in Nepal for solos.

Resources: Elen Turner’s Website: http://www.elenturner.com

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Once you’ve made the decision to go it alone, got past the roadblocks and accepted the downsides of travelling solo, there’s one more hurdle to jump as you’ll soon realise that not everyone will share the same enthusiasm for your big trip. In this episode I cover the most common travel myths.

Resources: https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/travel-myths/

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If you’ve ever wanted to travel to India, tune in to today’s episode where I speak with Mariellen Ward, who has travelled and lived in India for more than a decade. Mariellen shares her tips on safety in India and her favourite places for solos.

Resources: Solo Travel in India https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/solo-travel-in-asia/solo-travel-in-india/

Resources: BreatheDreamGo https://breathedreamgo.com

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There’s no doubt about it, travelling costs money, especially solo travelling but you can stay on the right track and stick to your budget. Here are some ways on how to save money when travelling alone.

Resources: https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/before-you-solo-travel/how-to-save-money-travelling-alone/

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Welcome to episode 120 of the Girl about the Globe podcast. In this episode I transport you to the island of Madeira. If you’ve ever wanted to know more about this magical Portuguese island and what there is to see and do there, this episode is for you. Solo Travel in Madeira Get the Solo Travel Card APP! It’s brand new and it gives you lots of discounts on solo female friendly brands. Get it for free here

If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Vietnam, tune in to today’s episode where I speak with Jessica Schmit, who lived in Vietnam and gives her tips and advice on how to travel solo to Vietnam

Resources: Solo Travel in Vietnam https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/solo-travel-in-asia/solo-travel-vietnam/

How To Be A Socially Responsible Tourist In Vietnam - https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/how-to-be-a-socially-responsible-tourist-in-vietnam/

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Solo travel is one of the best things that you will ever do but maybe you have some roadblocks that are stopping you from doing it. You don’t have enough money, you’re worried about your job or money or it’s not the right time. Are one of these excuses stopping you?

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If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Australia, tune in to today’s episode where I speak with Michela Fantinel, author of Your Australia Itinerary, and founder of the Rocky Travel website, who gives her tips and advice on how to travel solo to Australia.

Resources: https://www.rockytravel.net/solo-travel-australia/

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Although there are thousands of us solos travelling the globe, not all of us have the same interests and search for the same types of trips. Maybe you prefer adventure, beaches or seek out cultural destinations for your trip. Whatever your interest when you travel, here are our favourite destinations for all solo travellers, whether you’re a first time solo traveller or a solo pro.

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If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Egypt, tune in to today’s episode where I speak with fellow solo traveller, Samahdr Badawi who gives her tips and advice on how to travel solo to Egypt in Northern Africa. 

Resources: Solo Travel in Egypt http://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/solo-travel-egypt/

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Solo travel isn't just about having adventures, it's also about the personal transformation that you feel during and after your trip. Regardless of when you decide to travel alone, taking a solo trip gives you what you need at that very moment. In this episode I share stories from travellers of the transformation that solo travel brings.

Resources: How Solo Travel Changes You https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/how-solo-travel-changes-you/

How To Meet People When You Travel https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/on-the-road/how-to-meet-people/

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If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Malta, tune in to today’s episode where I speak with fellow solo traveller, Dee Matthews, who gives her tips and advice on how to travel solo to Malta.

Resources: Solo Travel in Malta https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/solo-travel-malta/

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It is so important to look after yourself when you are solo. In this interview with Dr Christina Tarantola, a pharmacist, healer and author of Revealing your Inner Radiance, we reveal the best ways to keep your mind, body and soul balanced when you travel alone. This is also relevant for self-care tips during these difficult times.

Useful Resources: Discover more about Dr. Christina Tarantola and her services

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If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Cambodia, tune in to today’s episode where I speak with fellow solo traveller, Karen de Windt, on how to solo travel to Cambodia, known as the Kingdom of Wonder.

Resources: Solo Travel in Cambodia https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/solo-travel-in-asia/solo-travel-in-cambodia/

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Have you ever experienced reverse culture shock? When you return home from your travels, and everything feels a bit too difference yet it’s all still the same. If you’ve recently returned from a trip and are feeling lost, confused or a bit out of touch, then this episode is for you.

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Welcome to episode 119 of the Girl about the Globe podcast. In this episode I transport you to the stunning Philippines. If you’ve ever wanted to travel to the Philippines, I cover the best places to visit for solos, how to get around and my tips for solo travel in the country. 

Solo Travel in The Philippines

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Our 14 Day Bounce Back Plan is a series of actions that you can take each day to help you to feel and look better. As many of us can't travel during the Coronavirus outbreak, I want to empower you with a self-development plan instead. Our two week Bounce Back Plan will help you to reclaim your personal power and transform you into the best you.

In day fourteen we cover helping others. I hope you enjoy this episode.

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Our 14 Day Bounce Back Plan is a series of actions that you can take each day to help you to feel and look better. As many of us can't travel during the Coronavirus outbreak, I want to empower you with a self-development plan instead. Our two week Bounce Back Plan will help you to reclaim your personal power and transform you into the best you.

In day thirteen we cover makeovers. I hope you enjoy this episode.

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Our 14 Day Bounce Back Plan is a series of actions that you can take each day to help you to feel and look better. As many of us can't travel during the Coronavirus outbreak, I want to empower you with a self-development plan instead. Our two week Bounce Back Plan will help you to reclaim your personal power and transform you into the best you.

In day twelve we discuss learning skills and new habits. I hope you enjoy this episode.

Resources mentioned - Udemy courses

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Our 14 Day Bounce Back Plan is a series of actions that you can take each day to help you to feel and look better. As many of us can't travel during the Coronavirus outbreak, I want to empower you with a self-development plan instead. Our two week Bounce Back Plan will help you to reclaim your personal power and transform you into the best you.

In day eleven we cover gratitude. I hope you enjoy this episode.

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Our 14 Day Bounce Back Plan is a series of actions that you can take each day to help you to feel and look better. As many of us can't travel during the Coronavirus outbreak, I want to empower you with a self-development plan instead. Our two week Bounce Back Plan will help you to reclaim your personal power and transform you into the best you.

In day ten we discuss forgiveness. I hope you enjoy this episode.

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Our 14 Day Bounce Back Plan is a series of actions that you can take each day to help you to feel and look better. As many of us can't travel during the Coronavirus outbreak, I want to empower you with a self-development plan instead. Our two week Bounce Back Plan will help you to reclaim your personal power and transform you into the best you.

In day nine we cover actions you can take to gain confidence. I hope you enjoy this episode.

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Our 14 Day Bounce Back Plan is a series of actions that you can take each day to help you to feel and look better. As many of us can't travel during the Coronavirus outbreak, I want to empower you with a self-development plan instead. Our two week Bounce Back Plan will help you to reclaim your personal power and transform you into the best you.

In day eight we discuss actions for spring cleaning your life. I hope you enjoy this episode.

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Our 14 Day Bounce Back Plan is a series of actions that you can take each day to help you to feel and look better. As many of us can't travel during the Coronavirus outbreak, I want to empower you with a self-development plan instead. Our two week Bounce Back Plan will help you to reclaim your personal power and transform you into the best you.

In day seven we cover positive affirmations. I hope you enjoy this episode.

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Our 14 Day Bounce Back Plan is a series of actions that you can take each day to help you to feel and look better. As many of us can't travel during the Coronavirus outbreak, I want to empower you with a self-development plan instead. Our two week Bounce Back Plan will help you to reclaim your personal power and transform you into the best you.

In day six we cover mental blocks and how you can overcome them. I hope you enjoy this episode.

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Our 14 Day Bounce Back Plan is a series of actions that you can take each day to help you to feel and look better. As many of us can't travel during the Coronavirus outbreak, I want to empower you with a self-development plan instead. Our two week Bounce Back Plan will help you to reclaim your personal power and transform you into the best you.

Day five is about creating a vision board. I hope you enjoy this short episode.

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Welcome to episode 118 of the Girl about the Globe podcast. In this episode I transport you to the small European country of Liechtenstein. If you’ve wanted to know more about this tiny country tucked in between Switzerland and Austria, this episode is for you. 

Is Liechtenstein Worth Visiting?

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Our 14 Day Bounce Back Plan is a series of actions that you can take each day to help you to feel and look better. As many of us can't travel during the Coronavirus outbreak, I want to empower you with a self-development plan instead. Our two week Bounce Back Plan will help you to reclaim your personal power and transform you into the best you.

Day four is all about meditation. I hope you enjoy this short episode.

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Our 14 Day Bounce Back Plan is a series of actions that you can take each day to help you to feel and look better. As many of us can't travel during the Coronavirus outbreak, I want to empower you with a self-development plan instead. Our two week Bounce Back Plan will help you to reclaim your personal power and transform you into the best you.

Day three is all about setting goals. I hope you enjoy this short episode.

Our 14 Day Bounce Back Plan is a series of actions that you can take each day to help you to feel and look better. As many of us can't travel during the Coronavirus outbreak, I want to empower you with a self-development plan instead. Our two week Bounce Back Plan will help you to reclaim your personal power and transform you into the best you.

Day two is all about getting healthy. I hope you enjoy this short episode.

Useful Resources: 16 Superfoods 

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Welcome to day one of our 14 Day Bounce Back Plan; a series of actions that you can take each day to help you to feel and look better. As many of us can't travel during the Coronavirus outbreak, I want to empower you with a self-development plan instead. Our two week Bounce Back Plan will help you to reclaim your personal power and transform you into the best you.

Day one is all about getting active. I hope you enjoy this short episode. 

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In these unprecedented times, it is normal to feel anxious. Uncertainty and being out of control are two of the biggest triggers for anxiety. Tune into today's episode as we discuss this emotion that many of us may be experiencing at the moment. 

For this episode I’m joined by Helen Davies, an advanced life coach. Helen has been helping people with anxiety for the past eight years and shares her advice and coping mechanisms for anxiety and wellbeing. 

Resources mentioned

• Mind
• Samaritans
• Visit Helen Davies website

Read the article - How To Cope With Travel Anixety

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With many borders closed, we find ourselves in an unprecedented time of lock downs and uncertainty. Travel to many of us now means something different to what it meant before. In this moment when we can’t travel, what can we do instead? For this first podcast episode I’ve compiled a list of things we can do when we’re grounded.

Resources Mentioned:

• Udemy - Has discounted and free courses
• NaNoWriMo - For writing a book

Read the article - What To Do When You're Not Travelling

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Welcome to episode 117 of the Girl about the Globe podcast. In this episode I transport you to the Asian gem of Taiwan. If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Taiwan, I cover the best places to visit for solos, how to get around and my tips for solo travel in the country. 

Solo Female Travel in Taiwan

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Welcome to episode 116 of the Girl about the Globe podcast. In this episode I’m announcing the launch of the brand new Solo Travel Card app! (It’s free!) If you’re unsure who to book through, want discounts on solo female-friendly brands and want to make an impact, this episode is for you. 

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Welcome to episode 115 of the Girl about the Globe podcast. In this episode I transport you to the Asian country of Japan. If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Japan, I cover the best places to visit for solos, how to get around and my tips for solo travel in the country. 

Solo Female Travel in Japan

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Welcome to episode 114 of the Girl about the Globe podcast. In this episode I cover all the steps to planning a solo trip that I use to plan all of mine. If you’re feeling overwhelmed about how to plan a trip, this episode is the one for you. 

Read: How To Plan a Solo Trip

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Welcome to episode 113 where I’m joined by Tracy McHugh. Tracy is a blogger at Chasing Wonderful and was featured on The Mind Body Podcast. Tracy has been to 47 of the 50 States and joins me today to talk about solo travel and road tripping in the U.S. If you’re looking for some inspiration for the U.S or planning a road trip, this episode is for you. 

Find out more about Tracy’s adventures at Chasing Wonderful -

Discover how to travel solo in the USA -

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The Girl about the Globe podcast is back! Welcome to the 112th episode where I dive into the best 20 destinations for solo female travellers in 2024. If you’re looking for some travel inspiration for this year, this episode will give you some ideas for your travel wish list.

Best 20 Destinations For Solo Travellers in 2024 - https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/travel-destinations-for-solos-in-2024/

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Welcome to another episode of the Girl about the Globe podcast. In this episode I’m joined by Sally Jane Smith, author of Repacking For Greece to discuss Greece and everything solo travel! If you’re planning a trip to Greece, this podcast episode is for you.

Find out more about Sally and her books on Greece at: Sally Jane Smith

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Season 9 has finished and is a wrap as solo summer begins. June is the month where summer officially begins in the Northern Hemisphere. So what better month to begin Solo Summer? If you’re a new Girl about the Globe, every year I host workshops or offer discounts on my solo travel products to help inspire and empower you to travel solo. This month you can sign up for a 5 day safety challenge help you feel more confident travelling alone.

This short 5 day safety challenge will give you a peace of mind and make you feel more empowered for your solo trip. Each day over 5 days, you’ll receive a quick email with either an article to read or a video to watch. If you want to take part, make sure to join the Girl about the Globe newsletter to get notified of each challenge, workshop, and new products over the months of June, July and August. In the meantime safe travels. 

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