TBD Travel Podcast

We're all about improving your mental health on this show, so we're delighted to bring back our first ever guest.

Rannveig Snorradottir from Obeo Travel told us all about Iceland during episode one.

Now, she's back to tell us about a far warmer travel destination - Namibia.

During this chat you'll learn all about the Cheetah sanctuaries, the desert elephants and the fish river canyon. 

This is the episode you need to listen to if you're considering a trip out to Namibia!

Rannveig also tells us about how having a family needn't be a reason to reconsider a safari visit, and all the mental health benefits of going on one!

You'll also hear all about the wonderful hot air balloon experience, and the skydiving opportunity that Colin is absolutely DESPERATE to try out...

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This episode is about Lizzie's spiritual home - Santa Barbara.

It may not be the first place people think about when it comes to Californian destinations, but it definitely shouldn't be the last either.

We're all about boosting mental wealth on this show, and this destination has previously had a profound positive impact on Lizzie's own mental health.

Jocilyn does a fantastic job of selling this less obvious west coast city to Colin. Although, recently, Colin's been an easy sell! Who can blame him? We're all pretty desperate to get anywhere right now...

Check out these incredible photos of the scenery you can expect if you decide to go to Santa Barbara on a trip booked with us.

Among some of the wonderful activities Jocilyn describes to us are enjoying a sip of wine while watching the sunset, getting up at the crack of dawn to watch the sunrise, and grabbing a goat for some much needed exercise.... Oh, yes. Seriously. Just listen!

We hope you'll agree, Jocilyn (pictured) does a magnificent job of describing this wonderful retreat in America.

Take a listen, and then check out Joci

lyn's website, here.

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We've spent a lot of time talking to travel industry experts about the various locations we love to send our customers off to, in order to inspire.

This time, we decided to get a customer to inspire us! 

Amy has booked a number of travel trips with us and she's touched us by sharing with us the video footage of her family enjoying them.

Here's just one example of the many videos she's blessed us with!

In this episode, she tells us about her trips to Vietnam, Costa Rica, Antigua and Montserrat.

The Caribbean trip to Montserrat was a particularly special one for Amy and her family, as it's the home base of her heritage.

She has ties to the area that go back generations.

Before she delves into that particular journey, she tells us about the crazy traffic in Saigon.

She shares her joy of watching her children experiencing and interacting with the legacy of the Vietnam war. 

We also hear about the calmness and serenity she enjoyed in Costa Rica.

Last but not least, we hear about the literally hair-raising flight she took on a chartered plane to Montserrat.

After listening to this episode, you'll probably want to take a trip to visit any family you have in other parts of the world.

As a trusted, accredited and highly rated travel agent, Lizzie would be happy to help you with that. 

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This is quite possibly one of the most important episodes the "Mind. Body. Travel" team have ever put together. 

If you only listen to one episode of our show, make sure it's this one. You will get a huge benefit to your mental health by turning your ears to the wisdom of Mike Finnigan from i2i.

The company slogan says it all:

Inspiring greatness. Empowering everyone.

That's probably why they're attracting the type of clients that they're working with.

Everyone from golfer Darren Clarke and the South African cricket team to Rolls Royce, and our partners Travel Counsellors.

During this conversation with Mike, you'll hear his fantastic advice on how to transform your mental health by doing some very simple exercises. 

Here is the song he mentions. And here is the Steve Jobs quote.

Mike doesn't do "can't" as you'll hear, and before the end of the episode, you'll find yourself wondering how you got through life without Mike's wisdom.

Mike has a series of tools he uses, and some anecdotal proof of their effectiveness. 

If that's not enough, you'll also hear Lizzie's own shocking story that backs up everything Mike offers in this episode. 

Once you've listened to this episode, you'll definitely be in a much more positive mindset. 

When you are, please take a moment to let us know your own story, and give us some feedback on this show, here.

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What an incredible year it's been for the Mind. Body. Travel. team.

Before we dive head first into this year's fantastic guests, we wanted to put into practice what we preach.

Take a moment, reflect, and enjoy the moment.

We decided to revisit our previous episodes.

You'll hear Ranveigg from Obeo Travel telling us all about her experience trying out paddle-boarding! We cannot urge you enough to go back and listen to the episode in full.

You'll learn all about the Northern Lights, why rotten food in this country isn't a bad thing, and how you'll probably want to experience at least one 'black death' - or as the locals call it, "Brennivin"!

You'll also hear excerpts from:

Kate Mackay, the snow boarding mummy.

Jill Robinson telling us all about her encounters with what she expected to be a small yacht, during her pilates trip.

A ladies only 'Wander Woman' trip to India is described by Lee Evanson from Insight Vacations.

And that's not to mention Mel Byers' elephant encounters in Thailand and Vivek's wonderful insights into Bhutan, a place Lizzie and Colin definitely want to visit themselves!

While it's a tough time for all of us right now, and having (at the time of publishing) re-entered national lockdown, we wanted to keep you feeling positive.

If you're new to Mind. Body. Travel, this episode will serve you as a very entertaining and useful preview of what you can expect by going back and listening to our previous episodes. 

If you didn't hear them, maybe you didn't get round to subscribing? Now is the perfect time to do so.

You can do it right now by clicking this link.

If you've heard episodes of Mind. Body. Travel. before, this episode will help you catch up on any you might have missed, and will provide a useful recap, so you too can start putting together your travel wish lists for 2021 and 2022.

Remember, we're always happy to help you by offering any further questions you might have about the destinations you've heard us cover.

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In this special short episode, Lizzie and Colin take a few moments to reflect on the challenges of 2020, and look ahead to 2021.

The guys also offer some advice on how to handle your mental health during the festive period.

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Bhutan is a country that's been largely unspoiled by tourism, which is why it's high on our list of must-visit suggestions. 

During this conversation with Vivek, you'll hear all about His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck, and how he's the inspiration for the way Bhutan is. It's written into law that the country has to do everything possible to make its people happy. You'll learn all about the Gross National Happiness measure and its four parameters of happiness. 

If you're passionate about sustainability you'll definitely be fascinated to hear about all the things the country is doing to protect its nature.

Foodies will definitely be listening closely, with a starring role from Ema Datshi and butter tea. 

And that's not to mention the monks, meditation, hot stone baths, archery, and the unique types of accommodation on offer.

We don't doubt that once you've listened to this wonderful journey through the delights of Bhutan, you'll want to book your stay in one of the boutique hotels and get prepared for your hot stone bath. 

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Mel Byers and her husband both have a history of working in education and have used travel as a chance to escape the school stresses. As this is a podcast all about helping you find your mental wealth, we decided she'd make the perfect guest.

Listen to Mel describing her trip to Thailand where she volunteered to help maintain the welfare of a herd of elephants in a sanctuary.

She also visited with locals and got involved in their daily routine. 

You'll hear how Mel's visit to Chiang Mai was very transformative, and something of a spiritual awakening.

You'll hear her delve into the realisations she had while in the country as she experienced their simple life first hand.

There's no doubt of the positive effect it had on her mental health.

If you've been suffering recently, or you've just felt like you've lost your 'mojo', our hope is that this episode will inspire you to give some thought to finding it again in Thailand, just like Mel did.

Once you've listened, you'll probably want to find out more about doing something very similar.

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When you think of a girl's trip, what do you think of?

Is it a week of sun worship on a paradise beach?

Is it a back-packing trip in Europe?

Or is it an incredible dive into a world of sound and colour that can only be provided by a trip to India?

If it's the latter, this is the episode for you.

Lizzie and Colin chat to Lee Evanson from Insight Vacations about an adventure in this incredible vibrant country.

"Wander Woman" is a fantastic idea for women who want to get away as a group, with a guide, on an escorted tour, exploring the culture and experiences that are tailored specifically to them!

This trip is customised to the customer's needs, but can include everything from early morning yoga (with a difference) to a visit to a real life family with royal connections! Yes, really!

So what are you waiting for?

Grab a sitar, and enjoy this wonderful journey through everything Lee and his team have to offer.

Jill Robinson joins Colin and Lizzie to talk about her story starting off in a draining corporate job, eventually becoming the founder of Organic Pilates. 

During this chat, you'll hear her inspirational story of how she took the plunge and quit the rat race to grab life by the horns, and thrive in the world of holistic health.