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PSA: I LOVE friends' trips. They're just extra fun.

But we can't approach them the same way that we do for a family trip, because the dynamics of the group are just different.

And while our travel styles play a huge role in our experience, there's also one other big thing we can't forget about.

So I'm sharing with you what that is, along with one golden idea that is gonna help out so much in having the best time ever with your friends.

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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.
🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.
🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

For those of us who crave genuine connections with the locals when exploring new destinations, it can sometimes feel like a challenge. After all, being labeled as a tourist can create a barrier to forging authentic bonds.

While engaging with local travel providers like tour guides can be enriching, the opportunity for spontaneous encounters with locals often eludes us. But if you're someone who longs for these meaningful interactions but finds them elusive in your travels, you're in for a treat.

On this episode, I'm dishing my #1 hack that can significantly increase your chances of striking up conversations with locals and ultimately, transforming your travel experience into something truly impactful.

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of a future vacation? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

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⭐ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.
🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.
🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

Planning a trip to Scotland can feel like a daunting task—there's simply too much to see, and you can't cover it all in one visit. But there is one way to make your planning so much easier: choosing the specific regions you want to visit.

In this episode of the Scotland, Your Way series, we simplify things by breaking Scotland down into its distinct regions. I'll walk you through what makes each area unique and who it's best suited for, so you can narrow your focus and create a more streamlined vacation plan.

So whether you're after dramatic landscapes, deep history, or a mix of both, this episode will help you figure out which parts of Scotland will give you the perfect experience, uniquely designed just for you.

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of a future vacation? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.
🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.
🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

Ever had a vacation itinerary that left you feeling like you signed up for a marathon with a sprinter's timeline? You know the drill – epic plans that demand two months but get squeezed into a mere 10 days.

Guilty. Been there, done that.

No shame if you have too, but I'm here to help you recognize when to dial it back a notch with FOUR telltale signs that your itinerary might be pushing the boundaries of possibility. (Or leave you utterly exhausted after the trip).

The goal with our vacations is a realistic plan that can make your getaway more memorable, instead of feeling like an over-scheduled maniac - so buckle up and join me as we explore the signs that your itinerary might be a tad too ambitious.

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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.
🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.
🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

So you've finally decided where you want to go on your next vacation.

But then you're met with the super hard next step: figuring out specifically where to go in that destination. Which city or village should you make your home base? Where else can you visit as a day trip? 

This might be the toughest part about planning a vacation, which is why I see so many people defaulting back to the obvious choice of staying in the capital city of the destination that they're visiting.

And while there's nothing wrong with choosing the capital city as your home base, I'm dishing 3 tips to help you make sure that it's the right choice for you!  These tips are going to make your quest for finding the perfect place to stay in that dreamy destination SO much easier, and of course, will make your vacation experience SO much better.

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of a future vacation? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.
🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.
🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next.

Rome and Florence. The Amalfi Coast and Cinque Terre. Lake Como and Lake Maggiore. The Alps and the Dolomites. Tuscany and Sicily. Choosing where to spend your time in the amazing country of Italy is no easy feat with so many amazing options!

In this destination feature episode, I'm giving you a rundown of each region of Italy to help you figure out where to focus your Italy vacation based on your travel style. Grab a pen and paper for this episode!

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of a future Italy vacation? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.
🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.
🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

A lot of people tell me that there's no way they could ever go on a big international vacation, because they simply don't have enough vacation days. But when you have that mindset - you're closing the door on opportunities for actually being able to go on a trip before even trying to see if it's possible.

So let's start with the facts, and talk about how many days you need to go to certain destinations in the world.

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⭐ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.
🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.
🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

You dream about waking up to the smell of breakfast being cooked by your own private chef on vacation.

Or about taking in the sunset from the most coveted room with a view at that boutique hotel.

You dream about it, but then reality often crashes in with a harsh reminder: those indulgent experiences usually come with a hefty price tag.

Forget the misconception that luxury travel is an all-or-nothing game. If you are someone who wants luxury experiences on your vacation, but doesn't have the budget to match that, there are ways to prioritize what matters most and find clever ways to stretch your dollar to turn your vacation fantasies into a wallet-friendly reality.

Tune in for practical strategies for balancing your budget between high-end experiences and budget-friendly choices. It's time to elevate your travel game without emptying your savings account!

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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.

🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.

🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

If you don't make vacations a priority, those dream trips can easily slip away into "someday." And when you're juggling career, family, and everything else, it's no wonder travel keeps getting pushed to the back burner.

But it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode, I'm sharing a simple, practical hack that's been the key to fitting travel into my own busy life. It's designed to cut through the overthinking and make prioritizing your trips easier than ever.

If you've been waiting for a solution to finally make those travel dreams happen, this might just be it. Because I want you to get out there and travel more.

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of a future vacation? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.

🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.

🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

How often are you taking a vacation these days? Have you settled into a routine of one or two trips a year? How do you feel about that?

I have always been good at taking consistent vacations, but it's also easy to get stuck in a cycle of how many vacations seem  'normal' or 'allowed' instead of admitting that we truly crave more adventure in our lives.

So on this short-and-sweet episode, let's uncover how often your soul truly wants to get away, so we can give meaning to the idea of 'traveling more' with a tangible frequency.

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of a future vacation? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.

🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.

🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

No, I'm not giving you a how-to on putting your husband up for sale in a foreign country on this episode (LOL).

But I am answering the question: how do you sell the experience of a vacation to your not-so-adventurous husband who would be cool with just staying at home?

I've had years of practice at doing just that, and realized that I have a solid strategy that's given me a 100% success rate with getting my husband on board with trip after trip.

So if you find it hard to get your husband on board with a vacation, but you want him to join you on a big vacation and actually enjoy himself, tune in for the 5 steps that will get you exactly that.

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of a future vacation? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

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⭐ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.

🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.

🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next.

Travel becomes really meaningful when you have silly or stupid stories that you can reminisce on for the rest of your life, so I figured it was about time for me to bring some of my favorite travel memories to the show!

These memories that are still sticking with me after all of these years and still making me smile, giggle, and facepalm in some instances, are the reasons why travel is so important to me.

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of a future vacation? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

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If you've gotten any value from this show over the years, the single best way you can show your support is by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or a quick 5-star rating on Spotify. 

⭐ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.

🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.

🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

What's the POINT of a vacation? To relax, to explore new places, to eat good food, to enjoy time with your people?

Yes, of course. But there's also something way bigger than that, and I don't want you to continue living your life without getting in touch with what that is.

Let's dive into this bigger, broader, and more impactful purpose of vacation so you make sure that your vacations are maximizing your happiness and overall life fulfillment.

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of a future vacation? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.

🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.

🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

I want more adventure for you. But the way to have more adventures is not necessarily to go hike a mountain, rappel down a waterfall, or solo backpack through Europe.

It's less about the activities, and ALL about the attitude.

We're chatting about how to embrace this adventure mindset on your vacations (and in life) when things go wrong - and also when things go right.

And more importantly, we're pulling back the curtain on the ONE key thing that holds us back from adopting this adventure attitude - so it can stop sabotaging those adventures that we're destined for.

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of a future vacation? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.

🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.

🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

I took a Caribbean vacation with just my hubby when my baby boy was 8 months old, and I had a LOT of feelings to process before the trip about the decision to leave him at home with grandma.

Once we got on the trip, I had even more feelings to process, which were different than expected, and after it had been a couple of months since the trip, I could really reflect back on these feelings in a more neutral way.

If you feel like you can't take a vacation because you have a little one, you aren't alone, but hopefully this chat will give you the perspective and permission to see how it can be possible for you, too. Yes, even with all of the worries!

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of a future vacation? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.

🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.

🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

To all my fellow busybodies who can't seem to force themselves to take a relaxing vacation because you have to see and do all of the things because you want to make the most of your time - I see you. Because I am you.

I know that sometimes even us busybodies truly crave relaxation on our vacations, and I've discovered a hack that tricks my brain into feeling okay with a relaxing vacation.

It's foolproof, tried and tested, and you're gonna love it. Tune in to learn what it is

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of a future vacation? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

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If you've gotten any value from this show over the years, the single best way you can show your support is by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or a quick 5-star rating on Spotify.

⭐ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts
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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.

🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.

🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next.

One of the things I love about being a mother is seeing the wonder of the world through my son's eyes. Everything is so fresh and new, which means feelings of excitement, curiosity, and fun!

When we are new to traveling abroad, we take with us those fresh and eager eyes, too. But as we travel to more and more places, our sense of awe and wonder starts to fade a bit, just like it does when transitioning from childhood to adulthood.

But traveling the world with a sense of wonder is unlike anything else, and just because we travel more doesn't mean we have to lose those feelings, so I'm sharing with you a list of ideas to bring back the wonder into your travels, even if you've traveled quite a bit.

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of a future vacation? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.

🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.

🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

If you've ever found yourself scrambling to get everything done before a trip—then returning home to a chaotic house, an overflowing inbox, and zero groceries—you're not alone. That last stretch before vacation can feel like a sprint, and coming home doesn't always feel like the reset it should.

In this episode, I'm sharing a practical, stress-reducing pre-vacation prep routine that covers everything besides the packing. From organizing care for kids, pets, and aging parents to tidying up the house, handling life admin, and prepping for time away from work—this is the kind of list that helps you leave home with confidence and return to a lot less chaos.

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of a future vacation? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

LISTEN BACK:

Episode 199: How to Ditch Work Stress Before and After a Vacation

Episode 213: The Path to Your Next Vacation: Career Edition

Episode 214: The Path to Your Next Vacation: Caretaker Edition

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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.

🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.

🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next. 

If you've ever come home from a vacation feeling like something was missing, this episode introduces my signature travel style framework — a core backbone of this entire podcast — and opens a five-part series dedicated to helping you discover exactly what makes travel feel magical for you specifically.

Because 'okay' vacations aren't good enough, and once you know your travel style, you'll never plan one again.

Take the Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.

LISTEN BACK:

The Original LEARN YOUR TRAVEL STYLE Series:

Episode 22: Let's Learn Your Travel Style

Episode 23: Learn Your Travel Style (Part 1: Planning)

Episode 24: Learn Your Travel Style (Part 2: Excursions)

Episode 25: Learn Your Travel Style (Part 3: Confidence)

Episode 26: Learn Your Travel Style (Part 4: Comforts)

Travel Style Series 2.0:

Episode 73: You Don't Have To Do That When You Go There

Episode 74: How Do You Like To Approach Your Vacation Days?

Episode 75: Let's Talk About Sightseeing

Episode 76: Is Your Travel Style Keeping You In Your Comfort Zone?

Episode 77: Lodging Vibes That Vibe With Your Travel Style

Travel Style Avatar Series:

124: The 8 Travel Style Avatars // Which Are You?

125: Travel Style Avatars // The Bucket Lister

126: Travel Style Avatars // The Escapist

127: Travel Style Avatars // The Adventurer

128: Travel Style Avatars // The Soul Searcher

129: Travel Style Avatars // The Socialite

130: Travel Style Avatars // The Nomad

131: Travel Style Avatars // The Tourist

132: Travel Style Avatars // The Thrill Seeker

133: My Travel Style Avatar // How I Narrowed It Down

134: The BEST Travel Style Avatar Companions

Enneagram Travel Style Series:

179: What Your Enneagram Can Tell You About Your Travel Style

180: Enneagram TWOs on Vacation

181: Enneagram THREEs on Vacation

182: Enneagram FOURs on Vacation

183: Enneagram FIVEs on Vacation

184: Enneagram SIXes on Vacation

185: Enneagram SEVENs on Vacation

186: Enneagram EIGHTs on Vacation

187: Enneagram NINEs on Vacation

188: Enneagram ONEs on Vacation

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Something big is happening with the Happy Women Travel More podcast — and episode 300 feels like exactly the right time to talk about it. In this milestone episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on where the show has been, where it's going, and what's changing. I'm also sharing a bit of my own personal journey and how it mirrors the evolution of this podcast — because the two are more connected than you might think.

If you've gotten any value from this show over the years, the single best way you can show your support is by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or a quick 5-star rating on Spotify. It takes less than a minute and it means the world — especially on a milestone like this one.

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As my thank you gift to you — grab one of these free resources to help you travel more intentionally:

🎁Travel Style Avatar QUIZ — Your shortcut to planning better vacations that actually fit you.
🎁Plan Your Next Vacation in Two Months — I'll virtually hold your hand as you work step-by-step to plan your next vacation.
🎁The Vacation Bucket List Challenge — Rank and score your vacation bucket-list to figure out where you should go next.


Thanks for being here. 300 episodes wouldn't mean anything without you.

What are you actually getting from your travel experiences — and is it really what you wanted in the first place?

Travel has been sold to us a certain way for a long time, and many of us have followed the typical vacation script without stopping to ask whether it's actually delivering what we came for.

In this episode, a newly released study on what Americans want from travel reveals a telling gap — between what people are hoping to get out of their vacations and what they're actually walking away with.

If you've ever come home from a trip feeling like something was missing, this episode might be exactly what you need to hear.

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LISTEN BACK:

Episode 110: Don't Ignore This BIGGER Purpose of a Vacation

Episode 111: How to Stop Treating Your Vacations Like a To-Do List

Episode 202: How to Have Your Best Vacation Yet

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of your upcoming New Zealand trip? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

Throughout the New Zealand, Your Way series, we've covered everything you need to plan a trip to New Zealand on your own terms — the regions, the activities, the logistics, the driving, the packing, and everything in between.

And this is where it all comes together. In this final episode of the series, three real custom New Zealand vacations I've designed for past clients come to life — so you can see exactly how all of those pieces fit together into a trip that actually works.

Whether you're in the early dreaming stage or ready to start planning in earnest, this one is worth a listen.

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LISTEN BACK:

Episode 107: How to JUMPSTART Your Vacation Planning

Episode 205: [Client Stories] How to Simplify Your Vacation and Still Do a Ton

Episode 230: The Perfect Pace for a Multi-Leg Trip

→ Need help sorting out the big picture of your upcoming New Zealand trip? Get my 1-on-1 support with my VACATION BLUEPRINT DESIGN service ←

New Zealand's weather has a reputation for being unpredictable — you might find yourself peeling off your jacket before noon, reaching for your rain jacket by afternoon, and happy you have your fleece by evening. Knowing how to pack for that kind of variability is what makes the difference between a comfortable, enjoyable trip and one where you're caught off guard.

This episode of the New Zealand, Your Way series breaks down exactly what to pack for a New Zealand vacation, organized by clothing category and tailored to both the North and South Islands across summer and winter. From a layering system to the gear that will make your active days so much better — consider this your complete packing guide for your New Zealand vacation.

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Episode 96: Real Talk About Packing (From an "Overpacker")

Episode 249: Overnight Flights: The Carry-On Packing Formula You Didn't Know You Needed

Episode 285: Everything I Pack for Mountain Vacations

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Waking up to sweeping mountain views, cooking breakfast with the doors wide open, and moving through one of the most beautiful countries in the world without ever unpacking a suitcase — the campervan road trip in New Zealand is as real and as magical as it sounds.

But before you hit "book," there are things you need to know. This episode covers all of it — the true costs, the logistics, and most importantly, how to make sure the experience you end up with actually matches the one you've been picturing. Because a well-planned campervan trip in New Zealand really could be the trip of a lifetime.

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Episode 230: The Perfect Pace for a Multi-Leg Trip

Episode 263: Don't Trust ChatGPT With This Piece of Your Vacation Planning

Episode 295: New Zealand, Your Way // What to Know About Driving in New Zealand

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Few travel experiences compare to a self-drive road trip through New Zealand's wide open landscapes, where breathtaking scenery unfolds around every bend. It's the kind of trip that stays with you — and the goal is for it to feel that way from the very first day behind the wheel.

This episode is all about helping you approach driving in New Zealand with genuine confidence. The roads are different from home, and yes, they do drive on the left — but that's exactly why we're covering everything you need to know before you go. Because with the right preparation, this is absolutely something you can do — and enjoy every mile of.

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Episode 243: Scotland, Your Way // Driving in Scotland (Part 1)

Episode 286: Independent Travel Tips to Feel Confident Traveling Abroad

Episode 288: New Zealand, Your Way // 4 Things to Know Before Planning a Trip

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Throughout this New Zealand, Your Way series, the consistent advice has been to keep your itinerary simple and focus on one island. But if visiting both the North and South Island is truly what you want from your trip — this episode is your permission slip. It's your trip, and it's absolutely possible.

On this episode, we're breaking down exactly how to get between the two islands, what each option actually looks and feels like on the ground, and what it's going to cost you — so you can weigh the decision clearly and make the right call for your trip. Because if both islands are on your itinerary, figuring out this crossing is one of the most important logistical anchors you'll need to sort out before anything else.

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Episode 201: My #1 Hack for Taking a Stress-Free Vacation

Episode 230: The Perfect Pace for a Multi-Leg Trip

Episode 286: Independent Travel Tips to Feel Confident Traveling Abroad

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New Zealand may not be the first destination that comes to mind for wine—but it's an incredible wine destination. And while wine might feel like a small part of a vacation unless you're a wine connoisseur, it's something you can quite literally bring home with you—and with just one taste, you're instantly transported back to New Zealand, long after your trip has come to an end.

In this episode of the New Zealand, Your Way series, we're taking a practical, travel-focused look at what to know about New Zealand wine so you can experience it in a way that actually enhances your trip. We'll walk through the key wine regions across both the North and South Island, what makes each one distinct, and how to think about where wine fits into your overall itinerary—whether it's a dedicated experience or something you layer in along the way.

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Episode 124: The 8 Travel Style Avatars // Which Are You?

Episode 222: 5 Types of Luxury Travelers

Episode 269: Your Travel Style, Solved + Trip Ideas for Every Season

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New Zealand is one of those destinations where every direction you turn requires a photo, and your camera roll fills up fast. But without a bit of intention, all of those incredible landscapes can start to feel like a blur.

In this episode of the New Zealand, Your Way series, I'm helping you decide which beautiful corners of New Zealand deserve a place on your itinerary. Instead of overwhelming you with an endless list of sights, we're using two simple filters that help you understand what type of natural experiences will stand out most for you.

By the end of the episode, you'll have a clearer, more curated list of the landscapes worth prioritizing—so your time in New Zealand feels more intentional and ultimately more memorable.

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Episode 24: Learn Your Travel Style (Part 2): Excursions

Episode 206: Three Ways to Fall In Love With a Destination

Episode 258: From Must-See to Meh: My Latest Thoughts on Sightseeing

New Zealand is overflowing with unforgettable experiences—but the real magic happens when you discover the activities that actually light you up, so your trip feels like more than just a checklist.

In this episode of the New Zealand, Your Way series, we're taking a different approach to "things to do" in New Zealand. Instead of running through a long list of recommendations, we're breaking activities down by travel style—so you can focus on the experiences that will resonate with you the most.

We'll walk through the four main excursions travel styles—active, sightseer, social, and introspective—and explore how each one shows up across both the North and South Island. From high-adrenaline adventures and iconic must-see landscapes to food, wine, and more relaxed experiences, all the way to quieter, more meaningful moments—you'll start to see which activities are actually worth prioritizing for your trip.

Because the goal isn't to do everything. It's to do the right things—the ones that will make you fall in love with New Zealand and come home feeling like your trip was truly your own.

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Episode 24: Learn Your Travel Style (Part 2): Excursions

Episode 124: The 8 Travel Style Avatars // Which Are You?

Episode 258: From Must-See to Meh: My Latest Thoughts on Sightseeing

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Planning a trip to New Zealand can feel overwhelming at first—because New Zealand is bigger than it seems, you can't see it all, and you have to narrow it down. Before you can even start building an itinerary, you have to answer one major question: should you focus on the North Island or the South Island?

In this episode of the New Zealand, Your Way series, we're talking all about the South Island. I'm walking you through what this island is known for, the types of landscapes and experiences you can expect, and which travel styles tend to love it the most.

But even if you decide that the South Island wins over the North Island, the next step is deciding  which regions you should visit. So I'm also talking you through the regions on the South Island and what makes each one unique, helping you start to narrow down what your South Island trip could look like—and which areas might deserve a spot on your itinerary.

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Episode 124: The 8 Travel Style Avatars // Which Are You?

Episode 151: The Timeline to Your Next Vacation

Episode 288: New Zealand, Your Way // 4 Things to Know Before Planning a Trip

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New Zealand is one of those destinations where it feels like every corner of the country looks incredible (spoiler: it is!). And that's exactly what makes planning a trip here a little tricky—because you can't explore every little corner. Before you can even start mapping out an itinerary, you need to answer one big question: should you focus on the North Island or the South Island?

In this episode of the New Zealand, Your Way series, we're diving into the North Island. I'm walking you through what this island is known for, what kinds of experiences you can expect, and which travel styles tend to love it the most.

I'm also introducing the key regions of the North Island and what makes each one unique, helping you start to narrow down the type of trip that might fit you best.

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Episode 124: The 8 Travel Style Avatars // Which Are You?

Episode 151: The Timeline to Your Next Vacation

Episode 288: New Zealand, Your Way // 4 Things to Know Before Planning a Trip

Welcome to the New Zealand, Your Way series, where I'm sharing everything you need to know to design a vacation to New Zealand that's uniquely yours.

In this first episode, we're starting with the foundation: the key things you need to know before you dive into the nitty gritty planning. These four big-picture decisions will shape your entire trip and make the rest of the planning process feel so much easier and more intentional.

If New Zealand has been on your bucket list but you're not sure where to start, this episode is your first step toward turning that dream into a well-planned, unforgettable trip.

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Episode 154: 4 Signs It's Time for a Nature Fix

Episode 230: The Perfect Pace for a Multi-Leg Trip

Episode 286: Independent Travel Tips to Feel Confident Traveling Abroad

It's easy to think of winter as an off-season for travel with less-than-ideal weather, but there are destinations around the world that truly shine during these months — where the weather, experiences, and overall vibe are at their best.

You also have options when it comes to the type of winter vacation you can take: you can embrace cozy, snow-covered scenery, escape to somewhere warm and sunny, or take advantage of summer in the Southern Hemisphere to visit a bucket list destination.

In this episode, I'm sharing six incredible international destinations to visit in December, January, and February — each offering a different kind of experience depending on the type of trip and weather you're craving. Whether you're drawn to winter magic, mild sunshine, or a warm-weather adventure, there's bound to be a destination on this list that inspires you to put a winter vacation on the calendar.

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Episode 157: Spring Destination Ideas

Episode 234: 6 Fall Destination Ideas

Episode 270: The ONE Trip You Should Take Every Year

Traveling abroad without a guide or tour group can feel intimidating at first. Questions about navigating unfamiliar places, communicating in another language, or figuring out transportation can make independent travel seem totally not doable.

Maybe you've been curious what it's actually like to travel on your own, or maybe you're ready to move past guided tour groups, but can't get past the worry of getting lost or figuring out how to get around. Even though those worries are completely normal, they don't have to be what's stopping you from experiencing a destination on your own terms.

On this episode, I'm sharing my best tips for independent travel so that exploring a new country on your own actually feels doable and enjoyable. These practical strategies will help you feel confident, prepared, and capable—so that your experience abroad becomes far less stressful, and way more rewarding.

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Episode 101: Solo Travel: Should You Do It?

Episode 196: Learn These Phrases in the Language Before Your Trip

Episode 243: Scotland, Your Way // Driving in Scotland (Part 1)

Packing for a mountain vacation can feel a little trickier than packing for other types of trips. The weather can change quickly throughout the day, which means you need layers for warmth, flexibility for shifting conditions, and clothing that works just as well on a trail as it does exploring a town afterward.

After many years of traveling almost exclusively to mountain destinations, I've developed a reliable packing system that keeps things functional without overpacking. In this episode, I'm sharing exactly what goes into my suitcase for mountain trips — from my go-to layering strategy and footwear choices to the small gear and accessories that make a big difference once you're there.

If you've ever stood in front of your closet wondering how to pack for changing mountain weather without bringing everything you own, this episode will help simplify the process and give you a practical framework you can use for your own trips.

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Episode 118: A Destination Where the Hiking is Definitely "Worth It"

Episode 154: 4 Signs It's Time for a Nature Fix

Episode 256: What to Know About a Montana Vacation

Travel advice can be framed as universal, but the truth is most of it depends. Preferences, budgets, life stage, energy levels — all of it plays a role in what makes a trip "good." And yet, after nearly two decades of planning my own travels and seven years designing vacations professionally for clients, there are a handful of travel principles I don't waver on.

In this episode, I'm sharing those strong opinions — the hills I would absolutely die on as a seasoned travel planner. These are the patterns I've seen repeatedly make or break a trip, the decisions that create smoother experiences, and the mindset shifts that elevate travel from fine to unforgettable.

While travel is deeply personal, some lessons are universal. And today, I'm sharing the ones I stand by every single time.

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Episode 84: Just Say 'No' to Big Vacations With Big Groups

Episode 149: A Heart-to-Heart With Your Vacation Expectations

Episode 164: The MAIN Thing to Know About Travel Deals

Vacation planning usually begins as excitement, but it can quickly turn into over-researching, second-guessing, and circling the same options without making real progress once the decisions start stacking up.

In this episode, I break down two practical, mindset-shifting strategies that will help you make faster decisions about your vacation without rushing or compromising on quality. You'll learn how to move forward with confidence, reduce planning fatigue, and finally stop spinning your wheels so you can focus on what actually matters — enjoying the experience you're creating.

If you've ever felt stuck in the middle of planning, unsure how to move from researching to booking, this episode will help you simplify the process and move forward with clarity.

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Episode 148: When (and When NOT) to Compromise on Vacation

Episode 173: How to Ditch the Default

Episode 278: Travel That's Not Just for the Cool Kids

It's so easy to overthink your vacation plans — to spend hours researching, comparing options, and second-guessing every decision. And if travel really matters to you, that probably feels completely normal. Maybe it even feels responsible.

But while we're busy overthinking certain parts of the process, it can be all too easy to underthink the pieces that actually shape how the trip feels once we're there.

In this episode, we're breaking down three common areas where this happens — those parts of vacation planning that get too much of our mental energy, and the areas that deserve a little more of our attention instead.

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Episode 148: When (and When NOT) to Compromise on Vacation

Episode 173: How to Ditch the Default

Episode 278: Travel That's Not Just for the Cool Kids

Vacations have a way of feeling like they disappear faster than we expect. You wait for them, plan for them, and look forward to them for months — and then in the blink of an eye they're over, leaving you sad and wondering where the time actually went.

Why the heck do vacations feel like they fly by? In this episode, we're calling out those sneaky patterns that cause this so we can be aware of them while we're planning our trips.

I'm also sharing about how small, intentional shifts in the way you plan and move through a trip can make your vacation feel richer, slower, and more memorable without adding a single extra day.

If you've ever come home feeling like your trip flew by in a blur, this conversation will help you understand why — and how to make your future vacations feel like they truly lasted.

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Episode 230: The Perfect Pace for a Multi-Leg Trip

Episode 258: From Must-See to Meh: My Latest Thoughts on Sightseeing

Episode 280: My #1 Hack for Making a Vacation Feel Longer

Have you ever hit the last night of a trip and felt that sinking realization that your vacation is already over — like it just slipped right through your fingers? Or you get home, unpack your bags, and it's almost hard to believe you were even gone at all.

In this episode, I'm sharing one simple shift that can dramatically change how long a vacation feels — not by rearranging dates or squeezing in more time, but by changing how you experience the trip while you're there.

If you've been craving vacations that linger a little longer in your body and your memory — instead of disappearing the moment you get home — this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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Episode 68: My #1 Hack for Taking a Relaxing Vacation

Episode 160: My #1 Hack for Meeting Locals on Vacation

Episode 201: My #1 Hack for Taking a Stress-Free Vacation

I don't think any of us set out to take a vacation that feels like a bunch of work. A trip is supposed to feel like a break — something you look forward to, not something you manage, execute, and then need to recover from.

And yet, sometimes a vacation starts to feel heavy before you even leave… or quietly turns into another job once you're there.

In this episode, we're unpacking the sneaky ways vacations slip into "work mode," so you know what to watch for — both while you're planning and when you're already on the trip.

If you've ever come home from a vacation thinking, that was good… but also exhausting, this episode will help you rethink what it actually takes to make travel feel like a true break again.

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Episode 180: Enneagram TWOs on Vacation

Episode 188: Enneagram ONEs on Vacation

Episode 230: The Perfect Pace for a Multi-Leg Trip

Travel has become so woven into our lives that we rarely stop to question it. We work hard, we take time off, we go somewhere — it's just part of the rhythm. Somewhere along the way, travel also turned into another form of achievement. Another box to check. Another way to prove we're keeping up, doing what we're "supposed" to do, and not missing out.

In this episode, we take a closer look at how easily travel decisions can be shaped by what "the cool kids" are doing— by what sounds right, looks good, or feels like the move everyone else is making.

This conversation is an invitation to pause and get honest about what's driving your desire to travel — and to make sure the trips you're taking actually belong to you. Because when your eyes are opened to what's pushing you to travel, the experience changes entirely.

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Episode 231: Real Talk About Travel Before Instagram

Episode 266: A Quick Test to Know If a Destination Is Right for You

Episode 276: Making Wanderlust Work For You

Every vacation is built on a series of choices — and whether we realize it or not, each one comes with a tradeoff. Where you stay, how full your days are, which experiences you prioritize, and even how involved you are in the planning all quietly shape how your trip unfolds.

Some of these tradeoffs are easy to spot. Others don't reveal themselves until you're already on the trip — or worse, once you're back home wondering why it didn't feel the way you hoped it would.

In this episode, we're breaking down seven real-world tradeoffs that show up on nearly every vacation. We'll look at both sides of each decision so you can understand what you're truly choosing — and design a trip that aligns with your priorities, your energy, and the kind of experience you actually want to have.

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Episode 116: How to Adopt an Adventure Attitude 

Episode 141: Encouragement + Advice | Destinations That Make You a Tad Uncomfortable

Episode 148: When (And When NOT) To Compromise on Vacation

Wanderlust doesn't usually show up quietly. It shows up as a pull — a photo that stops your scroll, a video that makes your stomach flutter, a sudden desire to be somewhere else. It's exciting, energizing, and often a little distracting… and for most people, it stays right there as a daydream.

In this episode, we're talking about how to make wanderlust actually work for you. Instead of treating it like a passing fantasy, we explore how that feeling can point you toward the kind of trip you're truly craving — one that fits your life, your season, and your energy.

This conversation is about turning that spark into something actionable, so wanderlust becomes a guide instead of a tease — and helps you plan travel that feels intentional, aligned, and worth taking.

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Episode 10: Behind the Name Wild Hair Travels

Episode 107: How to JUMPSTART Your Vacation Planning

Episode 170: A Travel Challenge for Next Year

Episode 171: How to Start Taking Vacations Again

Celebrating 5 years of the Happy Women Travel More Podcast, I'm leaving you with one last episode for the year — and honestly, it's something I've never fully shared out loud.

As you start thinking about your vacations for next year, today I'm revealing 3 insights about planning a trip that most people never tell you… but I will.

These are the small but powerful insights that can completely shift how you approach your vacation planning, and ultimately, how much satisfaction you get from your travel experience.

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Episode 40: Why Out-of-the-Box Vacations Don't Do It For You

Episode 53: The Pros and Cons of Independent Vacations

Episode 155: My 2 Biggest Pieces of Travel Advice

If you're starting to think about the year ahead and want a fresh approach to planning, I'm sharing a simple, practical formula you can follow as you plan your next year — and it's not your typical year-ahead planning advice.

We're skipping the usual (and boring) focus on SMART goals and achievement lists, and instead zeroing in on the things that make a year feel meaningful, fun, and intentional — the things that help you create your best year yet.

If you're ready to plan your year in a way that goes beyond resolutions, obligations, or "shoulds," this episode is for you.

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Episode 146: How Seasonal Planning Could Help With the Overwhelm

Episode 172: How to Live a Happier Life

Episode 173: How to Ditch the Default

Episode 262: How to Plan a Big Trip Years in Advance

When you take a step back and look at how you're spending your time, does it actually reflect the life you want to live? Because the reality is, the way you spend your days now shapes the life you'll look back on later.

On this episode, we're getting real about time — not in the sense of productivity hacks or squeezing more in, but in the sense of owning the one life you get.

If it feels like your days are running you instead of you running them, this episode is designed to give you a fresh perspective, a bit of inspiration, and maybe the push you didn't even realize you needed to take back control.

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Episode 169: The ONE Thing to Remember About Time + Travel

Episode 172: How to Live a Happier Life

Episode 173: How to Ditch the Default

Episode 193: How to Tackle Calendar Clutter and Ditch the Overwhelm w/ Laurie Palau

Do you ever find a few spare minutes in your day or week to just sit quietly and do nothing — no phone, no book, no distractions at all? If that idea makes you a little uncomfortable, you're definitely not alone, and this episode is for you.

We're diving into what it really means to pause, quiet your mind, and simply let yourself be — especially if your life usually feels like it's moving at full speed. We'll explore why our modern version of downtime doesn't always feel restorative, how spending time in nature can help you settle, and why allowing yourself to do nothing might be exactly what your mind and body need.

If the thought of stillness makes you squirm, feel guilty, or seems impossible, stick around — you might be surprised at how much learning to slow down can transform your sense of calm, clarity, and well-being.

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Episode 218: How to Have a Successful Solo Staycation Retreat

Episode 227: The Work-Life-Travel Equation: How to Balance It All Without Guilt

Episode 253: When Nature Stops Being a Hobby and Starts Being a Lifeline

If you've ever hesitated when someone asks what you do for fun, you're not alone. So many of us get caught up in work and life that we forget what it even feels like to have something we do purely because we enjoy it.

But as busy professional women juggling all of the things, having something just for us is actually really important.

In this episode, we're unpacking what hobbies really look like for adult women, how they can bring more joy and meaning into your day-to-day life, and how to actually fit them into a busy lifestyle. Because sometimes what we're really craving isn't a break or extra hours in the week, but a little space to do something that's ours.

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Episode 92: Traveling More Won't Make You Happy

Episode 172: How to Live a Happier Life

Episode 209: Finding Happiness: A Personal Reflection on Loving My Life

Travel Style Avatar Series:

124: The 8 Travel Style Avatars // Which Are You?

125: Travel Style Avatars // The Bucket Lister

126: Travel Style Avatars // The Escapist

127: Travel Style Avatars // The Adventurer

128: Travel Style Avatars // The Soul Searcher

129: Travel Style Avatars // The Socialite

130: Travel Style Avatars // The Nomad

131: Travel Style Avatars // The Tourist

132: Travel Style Avatars // The Thrill Seeker

133: My Travel Style Avatar // How I Narrowed It Down

If you can only take one trip each year, make sure it's this one.

This is the getaway that keeps you going when life feels overwhelming, busy, or just plain "meh." It's the kind of trip you can look forward to all year long — and enjoy the excitement of anticipating it just as much as the time away itself.

On this episode, I'm sharing a fresh perspective on the one trip that deserves a permanent spot on your calendar every single year, and why it's worth prioritizing above all others.

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Episode 110: Don't Ignore This BIGGER Purpose of a Vacation

Episode 156: Behind the Scenes of My Best Vacation Yet

Episode 191: Finding Your Travel Frequency: Bridging Wanderlust with Reality