Most of us would love to own a tropical island. Our pocketbook dictates that's not in the cards for most of us. Well today's guest is Marshall Mayer from Let's Buy An Island. He and his business partner Gareth Johnson recently completed the purchase of Coffee Island in Belize. The amazing part of their journey is how they raised the capital for the purchase---crowding funding, or as Marshall likes to call it "Community Funding." They are the first to ever accomplish this feat.

Learn how they pulled it off, why Belize, and what their plans are now that they, along with their funders own a piece of paradise. Learn the meaning of the phrase "Micronation." 

For more go to LetsBuyAnIsland.com.

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Our guest is award winning journalist Ruksana Hussain. Originally from India but raised in Oman, Ruksana shares her perspective on travel in America and what she's learned along the way. She previously lived in Atlanta and now resides in Los Angeles. She is the founder of the online magazine Traveler and Tourist where she pens wonderful stories on her travels and cultural experiences. We discuss everything from road trips and small southern towns to Alaska snowmobiling and viewing the northern lights, to attending Mardi Gras. You'd be surprised what Ruksana sees that the average American takes for granted and the differences between east and west coast living.

Ruksana has written for Cuisine Noir, Diversity Professional and Detour Road, a UK-based publication. You can also read some of Ruksana's other works at Ruksanawrites.com. In addition to her travel writing Ruksana pens articles on diversity and inclusion, wellness, technology, and disability.

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Our guest is travel agent extraordinaire Geisha Cumberbatch of La Rosa Negra Travel in Manassas, Virginia. We discuss the value of travel agents and why booking can not only improve the overall experience, but actually might save you both money and hassle.

Geisha is taking reservations for three outstanding tours in 2023.

1. South Africa - May 2023
2. Vineyards of the Rhine and Moselle (Riverboat Cruises) - Sept 26 - Oct 3
3. Taste of Bourdeaux (Riverboat Cruise) Oct 19 - 26

Contact Geisha at [email protected] or call 703-389-4617

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Our guest is The Traveling Island Girl Riselle Celestina. Listen as we discuss solo travel in the Caribbean. Solo travel is not just for women as she defines it, nor is it only for single people. We discuss everything from cuisine and culture to islands that cater to peace and tranquility or feed the adventurous spirit. Riselle is not a fan of big resorts. She prefers boutique hotels or home rentals. This enable Riselle to immerse herself in local culture like no other.

Riselle is a native of Curaçao but now calls St Maarten home. Her website The Traveling Island Girl offers great insight with hotel reviews and quirky stories about island living.  Riselle is an avid adventurer, nature and animal lover as well as a self proclaimed eco-warrior. She has written for publications such as WINAIR In-Flight Magazine, Mélange Travel & Lifestyle, AFAR, Insider and Visit St. Maarten. 

Can you guess which islands are among her favorites for solo travel? Listen to this podcast to find out.

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What should you do if you only have a week to explore Hawaii? TripCast360 co-host Michael Gordon Bennett recently did just that.  Listen as he tells you about his wonderful journey to America's 50th and most unique state. You might be surprised how much he accomplished in such a short period of time. We discuss the people, culture and beauty of this magnificent destination.

From Oahu to the Big Island this trip has a little something for everyone.  Check out gohawaii.com for more information. ALOHA!

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Our guest is noted travel journalist Merissa Principe. She joins us to discuss her self-guided journey through South Africa's majestic Kruger National Park. Yes, you read that correctly. There is a way to journey through the three levels of the park on your own.  Merissa was on a quest to see Africa's big five --- Elephants, Lions, Rhinos, Leopards, and Buffaloes.  Hear about the different lodging opportunities and her night safari experience. 

Merissa is a staunch advocate  for Eco-Tourism and sustainable travel.  Listen to her previous TripCast360 podcast The Value of Eco-Tourism and Sustainable Travel.

In addition to her travel writing Merissa is also cover beauty and fashion. You can check out Merissa's writing on her two websites MerissaPrincipe.com and citygirlriss.com.

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The vastness of the Amazon Rainforest --- an awe inspiring journey. Our guest is none other than adventure travel guru Katherine Parker Magyar. Listen as she shares her exploration through the Amazon Rainforest along the largest tributary to the mighty Amazon and the largest blackwater river in the world---the Rio Negro River.

Starting in Manaus, Brazil and heading north for days on end, listen as Katherine discusses her encounters with indigenous peoples who live in a world devoid of life's modern conveniences including cell phones. Katherine tells us about the wonderful wildlife and her infatuation with the pink river dolphin.  How the jungle comes alive at night with bird mating calls, the sounds of howler monkeys, and save for her flashlight, she and her river boat cruise companions would be shrouded in a darkness so deep they would be unable to see the person sitting right next to them.

Listeners can learn more about Katherine's journey's on her website KatherineParkerMagyar.com.  Katherine has visited all 50 states and stories from the 68 countries she's visited to date, and so much more.

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What a way to welcome in 2022 with our first podcast, a trip to the South Pacific paradise of Fiji. Our guest, travel writer Katherine Parker Magyar, was on the first flight to Fiji since the pandemic began. From Nadi to Kokomo Island and everything in between, Katherine had a wonderful culture experience as only she can. From Nadi to Kokomo to breakfast on an uninhabited island, from scuba diving to world class resorts, Katherine's adventure was a totally immersive experience.

Listen to this great podcast and get your 2022 off to a good start by planning your trip to Fiji. You can learn more about Katherine on her website katherineparkermagyar.com. She has written for some of the world's top publications to include; Forbes, Departures, Architectural Digest, TripSavvy and Business Insider to name a few.

Check out the Fiji Travel website to learn more.

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It might be one of the most iconic landmarks in all of Mexico, if not the world...the Arches of Cabo San Lucas, known to many as Lands End. It's the place where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean at the southern tip of Baja Mexico. From Cabo San Lucas to San Jose del Cabo and Todos Los Santos, this quick two to three hour flight from most west coast cities features beautiful beaches, wonderful cuisine, culture, robust nightlife and nearby sea life that's some of the best in the world.

Our adventure travel partner Katherine Parker Magyar joins us for a look at this special North American tourist destinations. Katherine just happened to be in Mexico for Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) November 1-2, 2021 and had a wonderful time.  Katherine is a New York-based travel writer whose works have appeared in Architectural Digest, Departures, Forbes, The Daily Beast and TripSavvy to name a few. You can check out Katherine's works on her website Katherineparkermagyar.com.

To learn more about Cabo and plan your next journey visit the Los Cabos Tourism website.

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South Africa might be one of the most complete travel destinations in the world. What do we mean by that? South Africa has a total package of locales within it borders that few countries can offer. From spectacular beaches to the excitement of a safari, from bustling big city life to some of the best cuisine on the planet, it's no wonder this country is one of the most sought after tourist destinations of the 21st century.

To help us explore South Africa we invited our guest Dana Givens to explore this popular gem. She’s a fiction author, podcaster and lifestyle journalist. Her published works have appeared in Travel Advisor, the New York Times, Essence, Lonely Planet, Forbes and Insider to name a few. She’s a published author and marketer for some of the world’s top brands like Ralph Lauren and Bluefly.

Dana tells us about her travels to South Africa with stops in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. As she told us during the podcast, her two weeks in the country is not nearly long enough to see it all. She can't wait to get back. You can learn more about Dana on her website vmonet.com.

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