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01Feb 2021 by EJtheTravelDiva

Episode 28: HER PACKING LIST

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I know. Another episode about packing. However, it is one of the most requested travel tips, and I thought I’d get someone on the show to talk about it. In this episode, I talk to Brooke Schoenman. She is the creator of Her Packing List, a resource for female travel gear and packing advice. Brooke has spent a lot of time coming up with ways to make a travelling “less is more” guide – she has even perfected packing with just a handbag! [02:19] Introducing Brooke Schoenman Brooke is from Illinois but has been living in Australia for he past 11 years. She lives with her partner and their rabbit, Sherlock Bunz. She was travelling the world in her 20s when she met an Australian guy in Europe. Once…

26Jan 2021 by EJtheTravelDiva

Episode 27: The Workcation

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I’m sure you’ve seen the posts on Instagram of all these digital nomads who share pictures of the amazing views where they can work as they travel. I know you’ve imagined that being your life, and so have I. I’ve always wanted to travel the world and work from anywhere, but I want to travel with certain luxuries and amenities, and I simply don’t have the funds to do that while working from anywhere in the world. I too have a 9-to-5 in an office. A workcation is when you work while in a vacation destination. For my workcation, I stayed at the Royalton Negril in Jamaica. They offered an “Upgrade Your Office” package. What’s the catch? I had to stay for a minimum of 14 nights. I thought…

18Jan 2021 by EJtheTravelDiva

Episode 26: Spreading Positivity Around the World with Phil Calvert

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In this episode, I talk to Phil “Philwaukee” Calvert. He has been traveling the world, spreading positivity one destination at a time. We will discuss his incredible journey from playing professional basketball to traveling the world and having his own travel show on Matador Network, and his feature on the cover of Martinique Lewis’s ABC Travel Green Book. [02:04] Introducing Phil Calvert Phil started his travels while playing professional basketball in Europe. Traveling between countries there proved to be much easier and cheaper than back home in the US. This realization had him bitten by the travel bug, and his journey has taken him to many countries to experience their cultures and spread positivity. [02:18] On the cover of Martinique Lewis’s ABC Travel Green Book In episode 19, of…

10Jan 2021 by EJtheTravelDiva

Episode 25: My Summer of COVID

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I was a little bit worried about doing this episode because this year has been so tough for so many people. My generation hasn’t experienced anything like what has happened this year. As a travel agent, my business took a major hit when the travel industry came to a halt. Despite all of this, I took it upon myself to make some changes in my life and have a positive outlook. This is how I made the best of it… [03:12] Getting out of the houseI’m so used to being between an office and home, and working on my travel business and my 9-to-5 job. I never really focused much on what was happening all around me outdoors. [05:17] This podcast!I’m one of those people that listens to podcasts…

28Dec 2020 by EJtheTravelDiva

Episode 24: What Travelers are Losing Due to COVID-19

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Things are not the same anymore.As travelers, there are some things that have been taken away from our experiences –some luxuries, comforts, and conveniences that would have made for a better vacation. When I travel, it’s in comfort and safety. Since the pandemic hit, theregulations have affected our travel experiences – and I know it’s a good thing and it is about our safety, but we’ve still lost some things along the way. These might seem like “First World Problems”, but here are the things that I’ve noticed are no longer available to travelers. [02:05] Flying First Class has changedDue to COVID-19, some airlines are boarding the plane from the back to front to avoid people walking past each other, which meant First Class boarded last and alcohol is…

20Dec 2020 by EJtheTravelDiva

Episode 23: My Solo Trip to Jamaica

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In October 2020, I returned from a trip to Jamaica, and let me tell you something – it felt good breathing that fresh ocean air and having sand between my toes. It felt good all the way into the depths of my soul. As much as I want to reminisce about living my best life for 5 days in Jamaica, this episode is about traveling solo, and how I ended up taking this solo trip to Jamaica. There were struggles, I had internal battles, and I had to take some steps just to get there. [02:00] The Original PlanA group of people made plans to go to Jamaica in September. A couple of months later, Covid-19 showed up in the US. We thought for sure it would be gone…

13Dec 2020 by EJtheTravelDiva

Episode 22: Your Dream Vacation in St. Lucia with Keiwa Simpson

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In this episode, I talk to Keiwa Simpson. She is a vacation planner living in St. Lucia, and today she’s going to tell us about the beautiful, romantic Caribbean island of St. Lucia. [01:42] Introducing Keiwa SimpsonKeiwa Simpson is a local St. Lucian vacation planner. She has been in the tourism industry for 3 years, and she helps overworked couples put together their dream vacation on the island of St. Lucia (some say it’s the most beautiful island in the Caribbean!). Prior to getting into the world of travel, she taught high school science and Spanish. [03:49] Is there a “best spot” or are there several spots to vacation in?Keiwa says this is an easy answer but also a tough answer. There’s “The Heart and Soul” of St Lucia,…

03Dec 2020 by EJtheTravelDiva

Episode 21: How & Why I Travel Several Times a Year

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It’s episode 21 and in today’s episode, I’m going to tell you how and why I travel, and a little bit about my background. [01:19] How it all startedI grew up a child of divorce. This meant that I was often traveling by myself across the country, at a young age, to visit my dad. I say “travel”, but it was really between Nashville where I went to school and wherever my dad was stationed (he’s a retired marine) in the summer. [03:02] The Big Trips of the YearBack in my school and college days, I took two “major trips” every year.One was the Classic Football Game in Atlanta where TSU would play every year. In my college years, the other major trip of the year was Freaknik, also…

22Nov 2020 by EJtheTravelDiva

Episode 20: Safety Tips for Traveling Alone as a Female

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You’re planning a vacation, and you’re all excited, but you can’t seem to convince any friends to join you, so you decide to take a solo trip. Sound familiar? I’ve been there! I get it. You’re going to a new place, and the thought of traveling alone can seem a bit daunting. All you want is to have a good time with the least stress. Over my many years of traveling (and several solo vacations), I’ve come up with a list of safety tips for the female travelers out there who just want to get out there and put their toes in the sand – and to go solo. [02:03] Arrive at your destination as early as possibleThe last thing you want is to arrive at the airport late…

16Nov 2020 by EJtheTravelDiva

Episode 19: The ABC Travel Green Book by Martinique Lewis

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In this episode, I talk to Martinique Lewis. She has been making waves in the travel industry, pushing back against a historically white-centric travel narrative and making way for a wider acceptance of black travel and tourism. In 2018, African American travelers added $63 billion to the US tourism economy, according to a Mandala Research survey. Martinique is determined to expose the world to this significant contribution. Today, I get to talk to her about her new book, The ABC Travel Green Book. She is about to open doors and get more black travelers to live their best lives in some of the most unexpected places around the world! Purchase the Book The ABC Travel Green Book on Amazon The ABC Travel Green Book on Barnes & Noble Let’s…

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