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This Kilimanjaro podcast is part of the travel series on Mount Kilimanjaro. In 2017, I will make my way to Tanzania in Africa to climb the tallest freestanding mountain in the world.

As I prepare for this feat, I had the chance to chat with high school friend and US Marine, Kim.

Kim climbed Mt Kilimanjaro and spent some time talking to me on this Kilimanjaro podcast about all things Kilimanjaro.

An Embolden Adventure up Kilimanjaro

So what business does this New York City gal have climbing one of the tallest mountains in the world, Kilimanjaro? I don’t know either, but I am going to give it a shot this year.

Join me in my journey as I ready myself to summit this mountain along with friends from around the world. Check out the full Kilimanjaro experience here. http://www.emboldenadventures.com/embolden-adventures-kilimanjaro/

Mt Kilimanjaro, an old volcano, is the fourth most prominent peak in the world. Known as “Africa’s Rooftop”, it is the tallest point in all of the continent, standing at 19,341 feet.

This mountain climb is not like that of Mt Everest, only reserved for advanced mountaineers with appropriate climbing equipment. Basically, it is a long, gradual walk up a very tall mountain.

However, climbing Mt Kilimanjaro is still a difficult feat. High elevation can cause altitude sickness for even the best of hikers. Also, the occasional high winds and the cold temperatures can make the hike uncomfortable. While fatalities are rare – just a 0.01% chance – it is worth noting the dangers of falling rocks, slipping, and advanced altitude sickness.

Climbing to the top is both mentally and physically challenging. Hikers can expect to walk between 3 and 8 hours a day for up to 9 days in total. On the day of summiting, hikers can walk a total of 16 hours, starting in the middle of the night in temperatures as cold as -40 degrees Fahrenheit (-40 degrees Celsius).

As I prepare myself for this epic adventure, I spoke to Kim for guidance and some cheerleading in reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro!

Meet Kim here and hear what she had to say about climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, her Marine career, working at the Pentagon, and traveling the world!

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Here is a story about the first traveling adventurer I have ever known: Mr. Mario Sousa.

Mr. Sousa has an insatiable desire to see the world. He is the stuff that pioneering explorers are made out of: Curious, adventurous, and proactive in making it happen—An excellent example of an Embolden Adventurer!

Recently Mr. Sousa and his wife reflected on their travels around the United States and Europe. They were kind enough to sit with me, along with their daughter, granddaughter and great granddaughter to share their travel experiences over time.

On this podcast hear about:

• How they came to the United States

• Camping around North America in a pop-up tent

• The early travel blogger

• The importance of traveling, even at 90 years old

• And more!

Mr. and Mrs. Sousa are always on the go. They love to travel, they love to learn, and they love to experience new things.

They are the grandparents of one of my best friends growing up. As a kid, I remember watching them travel all around the United States and throughout Europe. They were fantastic role models, showing us all that it is quite possible and fun to travel.

Together they spent many years first exploring their country of Portugal by way of camping. They loved it so much, never once did they have a fight in the tent.

Then in the late 1960s, Mr. and Mrs. Sousa and their daughter immigrated to America, leaving behind a former dictatorship for a new world.

They brought their love of camping and traveling to America. Soon after they settled, they began touring and exploring.

From Connecticut to California, Missouri to Mexico, Mr. Sousa and his wife have embarked on road trips and camping adventures through North America for nearly 50 years.

They planned out their trips and drove across America on an extreme budget at campsites with their pop-up tents.

And what is the most incredible part? They accomplished all of this traveling pre-internet, pre-Google, pre-cellphones and pre-GPS. Mr. Sousa relied on a little bit of cash, traveler’s checks, and a trusty old road map or two.

His can-do attitude and pioneering spirit have propelled him far leading him to live a rich life through travel.

Now Mr. Sousa turns 90 wonderful years old “and still counting,” he says. Mr. Sousa is happy and healthy, and he still wants to see more.

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This Kilimanjaro podcast is part of the travel series on Mount Kilimanjaro. In 2017, I will make my way to Tanzania in Africa to climb the tallest freestanding mountain in the world.

As I prepare for this feat, I had the chance to chat with Natalie Took of the travel blog Natpacker.com. On her site, Nat writes about the joys of backpacking around the world in an affordable way.

Nat climbed Mt Kilimanjaro in 2015 and chronicled her experience. Recently, Nat spent some time talking to me on this Kilimanjaro podcast about all things Kilimanjaro. In this episode, hear about:

Who is Nat of Natpacker.com

What to pack for the long adventure

When to hike the summit

Where to store your electronics including cameras

Why the guides and porters are amazing

How much to tip at the end of the adventure

…and more!

An Embolden Adventure up Kilimanjaro

So what business does this New York City gal have climbing one of the tallest mountains in the world, Kilimanjaro? I don’t know either, but I am going to give it a shot this year.

Join me in my journey as I ready myself to summit this mountain along with friends from around the world. Check out the full Kilimanjaro experience here.

Mt Kilimanjaro, an old volcano, is the fourth most prominent peak in the world. Known as “Africa’s Rooftop”, it is the tallest point in all of the continent, standing at 19,341 feet.

This mountain climb is not like that of Mt Everest, only reserved for advanced mountaineers with appropriate climbing equipment. Basically, it is a long, gradual walk up a very tall mountain.

However, climbing Mt Kilimanjaro is still a difficult feat. High elevation can cause altitude sickness for even the best of hikers. Also, the occasional high winds and the cold temperatures can make the hike uncomfortable. While fatalities are rare – just a 0.01% chance – it is worth noting the dangers of falling rocks, slipping, and advanced altitude sickness.

Climbing to the top is both mentally and physically challenging. Hikers can expect to walk between 3 and 8 hours a day for up to 9 days in total. On the day of summiting, hikers can walk a total of 16 hours, starting in the middle of the night in temperatures as cold as -40 degrees Fahrenheit (-40 degrees Celsius).

To be successful in reaching the top, here are some things to keep in mind:

Walk slowly

Keep warm by dressing in appropriate clothing and in layers

Stay hydrated

Rest

and travel with experienced guides and porters

Meet Nat!

As I am in the midst of readying myself to embark on this epic hike, I came across Natpacker.com. Natalie Took is a backpacking world traveler and the creator of Natpacker. She hiked Kilimanjaro in 2015 and then published a fairly comprehensive chronicle of her journey.

I found Nat’s tips on how to prepare very helpful and enjoyed reading her journey.

So I invited her to have a chat on the Kilimanjaro podcast!

Nat was driven to hike Kilimanjaro, a bucket list experience for her. She and her now-husband Dave were about to celebrate their 10-year anniversary, so they wanted to do something spectacular for the occasion. Well, Kilimanjaro it was.

And there on the mountain, after 4 long days of hiking and before reaching the summit, Dave proposed to Nat on their anniversary. Although, because of the altitude, the ring didn’t fit!

I asked Nat why Kilimanjaro, and she said it was for the accomplishment and the spectacular views along the way.

“You feel such sense of achievement,” said Nat. As for the views, they are 360-degrees and ever changing. From rainforests to cactus, from rocky boulders to glaciers, the transition of the earth along the path is “truly amazing”.

Song intro: Bibi Tanga & The Selenites - Be Africa (Populette remix)

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New York City architect-turned-comedian Aaron Kominos-Smith shares what he loves most about comedy: Exploring new places.

Come tour the USA with Aaron and me on this latest Embolden Adventures podcast. In this episode we chat about:

• Why Aaron likes to tour the USA

• Some sights, tastes, and experiences of the regions

• Renewable energy and other power in the USA

• Aaron’s podcast show and more…

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Embolden Adventures Podcast #7 - Welcome to the Jungle - Belize

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Here is a travel story about the jungle of Belize, but it is also a story about a person who created a bold new beginning for herself thanks in part to travel.

In this podcast hear about this quick adventure into the jungle including the beauty of Belize, the power of nature, a complete lifestyle change, the importance of travel, and more.

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Embolden Adventures Podcast #6 - An Arabian Adventure

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Join us on an Arabian Adventure around the United Arab Emirates including a visit to an oasis in the desert, skiing in Dubai, meeting my doppelgänger, sand dune bashing, touring the Grand Mosque of Abu Dhabi, and so much more!

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Embolden Adventures Podcast #4 - A Wedding in Jordan Part 3

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The tour around the country of Jordan as it happened. Hear sounds of the city of Amman, the ancient Roman city of Jerash, the Rose City of Petra, the Bedouins singing in the Wadi Rum desert, the Red Sea and the Dead Sea and so much more.

Come hear the conclusion to the adventure destination to Jordan for Jen and Adam's wedding in May 2016. Other adventures coming soon!

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Embolden Adventures Podcast #3 - Meditating in India

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Come hear how Michelle travels from the concrete jungle of New York City to the jungle of central India…just to meditate.

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Embolden Adventures Podcast #2 - A Wedding in Jordan Part 2

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Come join us as we lead up to an adventure destination to Jordan for my friend Jen's wedding in May 2016. Other adventures coming soon!

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