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Susi Kaeufer is a digital nomad, mindset coach, and visibility strategist for female entrepreneurs and nomads. Growing up in Germany, Susi never liked the idea of a desk job. However, everyone else around her did not know or understand what it was like to have a different kind of lifestyle, and they actively discouraged her from traveling solo indefinitely. They’d often say, “You need a job!” Well, through meeting other location-independent professionals, Susi was inspired to start her own business and live her life on her own terms!

Key Takeaways:

*Where did Susi grow up?

*It was tough for Susi. She wanted to travel and not be in an office, but everyone around her told her that she “needed a job.”

*How did Susi get started on her solo journey?

*Susi shares how she researched for her solo travel trip and prepared her family for the inevitable.

*Susi temporarily worked in Australia and … it was awesome!

*How did Susi begin to plan her location independent business?

*How did Susi build her network while she was in a foreign country?

*What’s it like being a life coach?

*Susi helps her clients find what business style is natural to them and helps them shine on social media in an authentic way.

*We can live in a world of ‘ands’… not ‘ors.’

*You will always know what’s best for you in your life. No one else can give you ‘advice’ on how to live your life.

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Brianne Miers is a Boston-based travel blogger who believes in sustainable travel (support local). She has been to more than 50 countries and loves traveling off the beaten path to discover and experience completely different cultures. Brianne also recently got back from a trip to Copenhagen and Iceland! On this week’s show, Brianne shares some of her worldly experiences, tips on how to practice sustainable travel, and some of her top favorite destinations to go to.

Key Takeaways:

*Brianne discusses what the Women In Travel Summit is all about and who should go to the event.

*Brianne just came back from a recent trip from Iceland and Copenhagen.

*When did Brianne get bit by the travel bug?

*Brianne’s first solo trip was when she traveled to Atlanta. You can start small and in your own backyard!

*Brianne is a big supporter of sustainable travel.

*What are some of the best ways people can practice sustainable travel?

*What are some of Brianne’s favorite food times?

*Brianne shares some of her favorite destinations.

*Social media has made the world smaller for Brianne.

*Brianne still has a lot of countries on her bucket list to go see. She has not yet been to the continent of Africa.

*Brianne has been blogging and traveling for the last three years. Don’t be afraid to shake things up.

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Transformviatravel.com

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@GoSoloLive on Twitter

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Lisa Lubin quit her job to travel the world back in 2006 for what was supposed to be only a year. Well, after over a decade later, Lisa is still going strong and travels at least once a month for work as a travel and food journalist. When Lisa first tried solo travel, she actually hated it. On the show, she reveals what made solo travel enjoyable for her and she shares her tips and tricks on what saved her the most money as she explored Latin America and Australia.

Key Takeaways:

*Lisa is currently in Chicago! What recommendations does she have for those who are visiting?

*What is Lisa’s blog, LL World Tour, about?

*Why did Lisa not love solo travel in the beginning?

*When Lisa quit her job, what was her strategy to find alternative work while she traveled?

*The slower you travel through one destination to the other, the cheaper it’s going to be.

*What would Lisa do differently, knowing what she knows now?

*When Lisa embarked on her travel journey, where did she go to first?

*Lisa shares some of her biggest lessons learned so far.

*Now that Lisa is a more experienced traveler, how has travel changed for her?

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Transformviatravel.com

Transform via Travel on Facebook

@GoSoloLive on Twitter

Email: [email protected]

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Bikethedrive.org

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Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, also known as JetSetSarah, is a Miami-based Caribbean travel expert, an award-winning travel journalist, and a self-described “Carivangelist,” where she passionately shares the beautiful and amazing things the Caribbean has to offer. On the show, Sarah shares her shopping tips, what kinds of items you can find in the Caribbean, and what solo travel personally means to her.

Key Takeaways:

*How did Sarah become a jet-setter?

*Sarah loves to go shopping while she’s traveling! She is a big advocate for shopping local and supporting local producers.

*Sarah shares her shopping tips and things she personally likes to look for.

*What are some of the best ways you bargain for your items?

*What currency should you buy your items in?

*How much should you budget for?

*Should you buy your items with a credit card?

*Sarah recommends a couple of awesome Caribbean travel destinations for the solo woman.

*Sarah also recommends some of her favorite all-inclusive resorts where you go to get pampered!

*Sarah shares what solo travel means to her.

*In life, you need to get used to being comfortable with discomfort.

Mentioned in This Episode:

Transformviatravel.com

Transform via Travel on Facebook

@GoSoloLive on Twitter

Email: [email protected]

Patreon.com/gosololive

Clubmed.us/l/zen-oasis

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Terra Lyles is a travel agent and delivers her customers a stress-free travel experience. Terra was a nurse before she got into a terrible accident. As a single mom of three, she had no idea that traveling solo was possible for her, but by taking a chance, she has been able to support her family through travel. On the show, Terra discusses some of the ins and outs of being a travel agent, the benefits of working with a travel agent (even when you’re going solo), and so much more!

Key Takeaways:

*How did Terra get started as a travel agent?

*Terra was in a horrible car accident that prevented her from being able to work as a nurse. On top of this, she was a single mom of three children.

*Prior to becoming a travel agent, Terra did not know that international travel was possible for her.

*Should you use a travel agent to help you plan your solo trip?

*What are some of the benefits of working with a travel agent?

*Because of working in travel, Terra is able to go to amazing destinations at a discount. Where does Terra like to go the most?

*How does Terra run her business? Where does she find her clients?

*Terra discusses some of the challenges of being a travel agent.

Mentioned in This Episode:

Transformviatravel.com

Transform via Travel on Facebook

@GoSoloLive on Twitter

Email: [email protected]

Patreon.com/gosololive

Earthwatch.org

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Shara Johnson first started solo traveling as an adult when she was doing animal conservation trips to various countries in Africa. Some people might have some misconceptions about the continent and its safety, but Shara dispels those myths on today's episode! Also, on today's episode, Shara shares what solo travel has been able to do to someone who has always been shy her entire life.

Key Takeaways:

*When did Shara first start solo traveling?

*Shara has gone on two Wildlife Fund conservation trips.

*What was it like traveling to parts of Africa to do these conservation trips?

*Why has Shara fallen in love with Africa?

*Shara can finally get her brain to relax and stop going miles per minute when she’s on a safari watch.

*Lately, Shara has been studying the witchcraft culture in Africa and has even made a documentary about it.

*How did Shara first become aware of the witchcraft presence in Africa?

*Some people might have this perception that women who travel solo have very bold personalities. Well, for Shara, that’s completely not true.

*Solo travel has helped Shara overcome her extreme shyness.

*What can people do to take the leap into solo travel?

Mentioned in This Episode:

Transformviatravel.com

Transform via Travel on Facebook

@GoSoloLive on Twitter

Email: [email protected]

Patreon.com/gosololive

Earthwatch.org

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Megan Hamilton started solo traveling when she was in her mid-40s. She homeschools her two children and her husband is always traveling internationally for work. Prior to solo travel, she was constantly waiting for this phase of her life to be over so that she could finally do what she’s always wanted to do… until it hit her. Why wait! She can raise a family and travel, all she needs to do is make slight adjustments to her lifestyle to make this dream come true.

Key Takeaways:

*Where was Megan in her life when she first began to solo travel?

*Megan was waiting for her girls to grow up before she could really go fulfill her dreams.

*When Megan and her husband traveled together, it was always a compromise.

*How did Megan take her first baby step into solo travel?

*When Megan was on her own, she felt empowered. She was finally able to relax without trying to adjust or compromise for the family.

*What did Megan’s family and friends say when they heard she was going to be traveling alone?

*Megan’s solo travel has opened up so many possibilities in the family. Both of Megan’s daughters will be traveling internationally!

*Someone accused Megan of having affair because a married mother of two ‘just doesn’t travel solo.’

*After Quebec, what was Megan’s next solo adventure?

*What kind of things does Megan like to do while she’s traveling?

*Megan shares her travel tips or rules that she follows before each trip.

*Megan talks about her two daughters and some of their travel aspirations for the future.

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Transformviatravel.com

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@GoSoloLive on Twitter

Email: [email protected]

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Carol Guttery decided to structure her life a little bit differently when she turned 50. Her husband had just retired and she wanted to spend less time commuting to work and more time enjoying life with him. Traveling was something Carol always loved to do and she just didn’t get to do enough of it. So, she quit her job and worked on her ‘next step in life’ while being fully committed to traveling around the world. Find out more about Carol and her journey on this week’s show.

Key Takeaways:

*What was going on in Carol’s life when she turned 50?

*When Carol quit her job, she was finally able to see several conservation projects she was a part of in person/onsite.

*When you go to a new country, spend time doing things you’re passionate about! Don’t like art? Don't go to museums. It’s okay!

*There is a distinction between traveling solo and traveling alone.

*What did Carol like the most about Singapore?

*When is Carol’s next solo trip?

*Icelandair is doing some really cool things right now with the way they’re structuring their flights.

*On Carol’s website, she has organized it in such a way when you can explore ‘alternative activities’ of different places in the world.

*Own your own travel life!

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Transformviatravel.com

Transform via Travel on Facebook

@GoSoloLive on Twitter

Email: [email protected]

Patreon.com/gosololive

Go Solo!: A Savvy Woman’s Guide to Transformation & Self-Discovery, by Jennifer Buchholz and Amy Oaks

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Paige Totaro is a travel blogger and travel group planner with two twin girls. When her children were 12 years old, she knew it was time for the entire family to take a year off and go traveling. How did she manage to do this without losing her mind? Find out on this week’s episode of Go Solo Live!

Key Takeaways:

*Who is Paige and where is she currently located?

*How did Paige get started solo traveling?

*It took Paige a year of planning before she and her family could take a year off to travel.

*Paige was very happy she did a family trip because everybody bonded together as a family.

*What was Paige’s travel experience before she traveled with her family?

*Paige took a writer’s workshop where she got to hike, think, and write with a group of ladies!

*It’s not always practical to travel with the family.

*What was it like to travel solo in Cuba?

*How does Paige’s husband feel about her traveling solo?

*What’s next for Paige?

*What tips does Paige have for the moms who want to travel with the whole family?

*Paige shares where she finds her cheap flights.

Mentioned in This Episode:

Transformviatravel.com

Transform via Travel on Facebook

@GoSoloLive on Twitter

Email: [email protected]

Patreon.com/gosololive

Go Solo! by Jennifer Buchholz

Kiwi.com/us

Skyscanner.net

Hipmunk.com

Cheapoair.com

Secretflying.com

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Mary Cecchini is currently based in Portland, Oregon and hosts both international and domestic trips for groups of women of all ages. Mary was burned out in her corporate career and when her mother got sick, she had a real wake up call. She knew that no one was really going to care if she nailed that presentation today if she woke up dead tomorrow. There had to be more to life than this, and there was. When she started traveling solo, it led her down a path of self-discovery and even a new business venture! Her biggest ‘ah-ha’ moment while traveling solo is that there are so many non-traditional jobs out there and different ways to experience and live life. There is no such thing as the ‘wrong way’ of doing things.

Key Takeaways:

*Through Mary’s business, she hosts small groups of women on trips located all over the world.

*What inspired Mary to get started in this work?

*What were some of Mary’s biggest discoveries and ‘ah-ha’ moments when she traveled solo?

*What would happen if tomorrow was your last day?

*During Mary’s travels, she met a lot of people who had non-traditional jobs and this inspired her to find other options for more fulfilling work.

*We each have our own journeys to go on. Not everyone discovers this lifestyle on the same timeline.

*You have to want this business or the new airline ticket more than you want that new pair of sunglasses or those daily coffees.

*There are different ways to live your life!

*What is Mary’s definition of solo travel?

*What has Mary noticed about the women who go on these group trips with her?

*How does Mary structure her trips?

*Do women end up branching out on their own after going on one of Mary’s trips?

Mentioned in This Episode:

Transformviatravel.com

Transform via Travel on Facebook

@GoSoloLive on Twitter

Email: [email protected]

Patreon.com/gosololive

Go Solo! by Jennifer Buchholz

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