Are you curious about what it’s like to attend a psychedelic retreat?

Today I’m joined by Sonia Kreitzer, facilitator at Beckley Retreats, to learn more about her story as a musician and song healer and to help me unpack my experience with psychedelic plant medicine.

In this episode, Sonia shares how travel impacted her life, what led her to work with plant medicine, and some of her experiences around that. I’ll also share what it was like to attend a Beckley Retreat and my biggest takeaways and insights that have come from the experience.

Disclaimer: This episode discusses using psychedelics and plant medicines, which are illegal in most countries. This is not medical advice and should not be taken as a recommendation to use psychedelics.

What are your thoughts on psychedelic retreats? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.

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Neil Markey is the CEO of Beckley Retreats, an organization that offers psychedelic wellness retreats with the aim to bridge the latest scientific research with ancient wisdom traditions to create the richest possible experience for their participants.

In this episode, Neil and I talk about the framework of a psychedelic retreat and how this kind of plant medicine is being used for therapeutic purposes to create transformational opportunities and lasting change. If you’ve ever been curious about psychedelic tourism, this episode is for you!

Disclaimer: This episode discusses using psychedelics and plant medicines, which are illegal in most countries. This is not medical advice and should not be taken as a recommendation to use psychedelics. The topic of suicide is mentioned in this episode.

Would you go on a psychedelic retreat? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.

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Have you ever thought about taking a trip around the world? How about on a motorcycle?

Mike Barr quit his real estate job in New York City and sold all of his belongings to embark on a round-the-world motorcycle tour. He’s now using his time on the road to build his photography and writing portfolio and has traveled over 40,000 miles at the time of this recording.

In this episode, Mike shares why he decided to prioritize adventure over college debt, how his hobbies influence his solo travel experience, why it’s important to create your own system when traveling, his advice on motorcycle touring, and more. Even if you never plan on traveling by motorcycle, this episode will help you unpack whatever is next for you on your journey.

What type of round-the-world adventure would you take? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.

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Are you considering a gap year or career break?

Julia Rogers is a professional gap year coach and founder of EnRoute Consulting, a social enterprise dedicated to fueling the gap year movement and developing a generation of compassionate and resourceful global citizens.

No matter your age, this episode has a ton of value! Julia shares her best advice for tackling a gap year from a mindset perspective, questions to consider when planning, how to afford a gap year, and available programs and resources.

What life skills or goals would you want to accomplish with a gap year or career break? Where would you go? I'd love for you to share your thoughts by sending me an audio message.

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Want to save thousands of dollars on Airbnbs and short-term rentals? Of course you do!

Today I'm joined by Zach Busekrus to talk about how to save money on Airbnbs and tips for starting your own short-term rental business. 

Zach and his wife spent 15 months traveling and living in Airbnbs full-time. They now operate a business called Sponstayneous, which sends last-minute deals and upcoming steals on Airbnb directly to your inbox.

This episode has a ton of gold that you won't want to miss! Zach breaks down his tactics for scoring epic last-minute deals, including using dynamic pricing and listing rankings to your advantage and the three core windows you need to watch out for. He also shares insight into running a short-term rental business and the latest trends for a successful rental.

Which tactic will you try first? I'd love to hear what they are and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.

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Traveling abroad had such an impact on Rick early on, that he chose to dedicate his life to helping others see the world.

In 1976, he launched Rick Steves’ Europe and, over time, built a travel empire along with a community of raving fans (including me!). His best-selling guidebook series, public television show, public radio show, syndicated travel column, small group tours, free resources, and other media all align with his core mission to help people get out and travel Europe.

Rick has had a huge influence on me, both personally and professionally. His recommendations helped shape some of my early trips to Europe, ultimately leading to my life of travel. Rick also showed me it was possible to craft a career around my passion for helping others travel the world.

Needless to say, he’s been a dream guest for me, and it was an absolute honor to chat with him and share this conversation with you today.

What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.

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What happens when you say yes to adventure?

Jackie Nourse (aka Traveling Jackie) is a long-term solo traveler, podcaster, and blogger who founded JUMP Adventures to meet her listeners and readers offline to travel together through the most epic corners of the planet.

In this episode, Jackie shares the top five hidden highlights from her travels and the biggest lessons and perspective shifts these moments created. Her thought-provoking insights will inspire you to embrace the unknown, seize every opportunity, and watch the adventure unfold before you.

What have been some of your hidden highlights? I'd love to hear what they are and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.

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Do you want to create your own path and build a life around your passions?

Today I'm joined by author Tony Fletcher to talk about his experience interviewing music legends and his lessons from backpacking the world.

Tony has lived an incredible life, building a career around his passion for writing and music. He's conducted over 1,000 interviews and has written several best-selling biographies of famous musicians like Keith Moon, Wilson Pickett, R.E.M., and The Smiths.

In this episode, Tony shares what it was like to run a fanzine at 13 and the importance of getting out of your comfort zone. He gives valuable insight on how to connect with others on a deeper level, how travel can lead to profound reflection, and his #1 tip for maximizing your next travel experience.

Do you have a life-changing travel moment? I'd love to hear your story and hope you will share it by sending me an audio message.

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Today we have a special episode from Hidden Trails of Oregon, a documentary-style podcast designed to put you in the heart of Oregon's most spectacular travel experiences. 

In this episode, award-winning travel writer and host Aaron Millar takes us on an immersive first-person journey across America's wild, weird, and wonder-filled state. You'll join Aaron on the Central Nature Trail as he snowshoes to the top of Watchman Peak, paddles along the Deschutes River, descends 1,000 feet underground into a lava tube, and fly fishes with a Native American guide.

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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: This episode was recorded before the conflict in Sudan, and Jacqui has since left the country. For additional information and ways to support the Sudanese people, visit eyesonsudan.net and follow Jacqui on Instagram.

Why would someone choose to travel to the world's most dangerous places?

Today I'm joined by Jacquelyn Kunz, the first female to travel independently through Afghanistan after the Taliban regained control. In this episode, Jacqui shares some of the toughest moments from her time in Afghanistan, what led her to move to Sudan, and her life as an ex-pat. We also talk about what it was like to hitchhike in Iraq and how these experiences have shifted her outlook on life.

Do you consider yourself a risk-taker? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.

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