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[podcast_subscribe id="715"] In February of 2021, I went to Planet Hollywood in Cancun. I was supposed to go in May 2020, but Covid-19 put that plan on hold until finally giving me a chance to go in February 2021 for some Valentine’s self-love. Even after such a long delay, my stay there was absolutely worth the wait, and I will suggest it to anyone looking for an incredible experience in Cancun. Highlights from this episode: [02:16] Two sides of the resort. There’s a family side with 566 suites, and an adult-only side with 332 suites.  I usually stay on the adult-only side of resorts if they have one - I don’t have kids, and I’m not about to go to a party and turn up around kids all the time. The…

[podcast_subscribe id="715"] I was in Cabo, Mexico, when I heard about the new executive order that requires passengers to have a negative COVID-19 test to enter the US, so I decided to get back to the US rather than risk getting stuck in Mexico. With 2021 coming around, travelers were excited to get back to traveling, and the prospect of getting stuck in another country because of a COVID-19 test put those plans on hold for many people. Being on vacation and having to find a lab and arrange transportation to and from that lab just adds an extra layer of stress to that vacation. So, I heard of a resort in Mexico that opened recently, Planet Hollywood, and they offer Covid tests on-site, and I decided to try this…

[podcast_subscribe id="715"] In this episode, I talk to Catherine Smith from Her Bags Were Packed. Her Bags Were Packed is about helping women release emotional baggage through solo travel. In this episode, Catherine drops so many beautiful gems and words of wisdom that will truly help you get on the path to discover your truest self, overcome challenges, and be a badass - not only while traveling but in all areas of your life. And the best part is, you don’t need anyone else to do it. Highlights from this episode: [01:56] Solo travel is therapy.Catherine’s philosophy is that solo travel allows you to be independent and discover more about yourself than you would if you were travelling with someone else - you are forced to deal with and process your own…

[podcast_subscribe id="715"] Today, I talk to Malina Padgett. After working several years with a yearning to travel, Malina got into house sitting, and now travels full-time. Imagine traveling to all your bucket list places without having to pay for accommodation. This is truly a fascinating conversation, and I’m sure you’ll get some very valuable information. Highlights from this episode: [02:22] Malina’s travel history.Travel was a big part of her life growing up. Her parents’ goal was to have her and her sister travel to all 50 states before graduating high school. They almost made it. With just Alaska on hold, they finally managed to cross it off their list recently. [03:36] Travelling full-time.After starting her own business working with clothing boutiques and brands, and then becoming a freelancer to free…