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Solo travel is freedom. It is one of the quickest paths to personal growth & empowerment! ...One of the best places for it? Mexico

Shelley Marmor


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    55 • Merida, Mexico Travel Safety

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2021 45:05


    Curious about Merida, Mexico safe travel? It is actually known as the safest city in Mexico — but you've come to the right place to get a more thorough answer to the Is Merida Mexico Safe? — because I have lived in Merida since 2019. In this podcast, I'm sharing all my Merida and Yucatan Peninsula travel tips with you. • Based on this blog: traveltomerida.com/is-merida-mexico-safe • Connect on IG: instagram.com/traveltomerida • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/traveltomerida

    54 • Pt. 2: 30 Solo female travel tips (#14-30)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 59:07


    Need some solo travel tips & advice? The solo travel advice in this podcast comes from the experts — female travel bloggers who have been on solo vacations, and have amazing solo travel info to pass on to you. From how to take epic solo travel photos, to solo travel safety measures and solo travel safety items to pack, it's all here! (Note: This is part 2 of a 2-part podcast.) • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/how-to-vacation-alone • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    53 • Pt. 1: 30 Solo female travel tips (#1-13)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2021 43:34


    Need some solo travel tips & advice? The solo travel advice in this podcast comes from the experts — female travel bloggers who have been on solo vacations, and have amazing solo travel info to pass on to you. From how to take epic solo travel photos, to solo travel safety measures and solo travel safety items to pack, it's all here! (Note: This is part 1 of a 2-part podcast.) • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/how-to-vacation-alone • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    52 • Safe solo female travel in Mexico City

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 43:18


    Traveling to Mexico City alone? You've landed on the right podcast for Mexico City solo travel tips and advice — because I used to live there! That's right, I spent about a year in Mexico City as a solo female traveler, and have a lot of info to share with you about how you can visit this amazing city and stay safe, just like I did. • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/mexico-city-solo-travel • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    51 • Poonam talks 10 benefits of solo travel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 61:45


    Poonam, of blog Rex Angel, took her first solo trip in 2014. Since then, she has been to places including Mexico, London, Paris and Hawaii, all as a solo female traveler! In this episode of the podcast, we discuss 10 benefits of traveling alone, and Poonam offers advice for making the leap and embarking on your first solo female travel experience. • Based on this blog: rexangel.com/benefits-of-traveling-alone • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    50 • How to start a travel podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 50:02


    In honor of my 50th episode, I decided to do an episode about how to start a travel podcast! From narrowing down your niche to what equipment you need, and picking a podcast host, designing your cover art and how to find guests, this will help get you on the right track to starting a podcast for FREE! • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/how-to-start-a-travel-podcast • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    49 • Renting a car in Mexico

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 56:17


    Looking into a Mexico car rental? You've come to the right place, because I live in Mexico, and am going to walk you through the process of renting a car in Mexico. By the end of this article, you're going to feel confident about the entire Mexico rental procedure, Mexico car insurance rules and you'll get 10 useful tips on driving in Mexico. • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/renting-a-car-in-mexico • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    48 • Kelli talks Mexico van life

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 62:22


    This week's guest, Kelli of blog The Vanabond Tales, along with her partner, Eddie, traveled Mexico in their Chevy van for about six months! In this episode of the podcast we discuss the #1 question about van life in Mexico, and Mexico travel in general: Is Mexico travel safe? We also cover what you need to know to drive into Mexico, the best app for van life, if you need to know Spanish for van life in Mexico, and much more. • Based on this blog: thevanabondtales.com/is-it-safe-to-drive-through-mexico • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    47 • The ultimate Tulum, Mexico travel guide

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 50:24


    Tulum travel planning on your mind? If you've never visited Tulum (or even Mexico), the thought of traveling to Tulum might be overwhelming — but by the end of this podcast, you will be a Tulum pro. How do I know? I lived there for a while, and in this episode of the podcast, I'm sharing all my Tulum travel tips with you! • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/ultimate-tulum-travel-guide • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    46 • Brittany overcomes fear & anxiety through travel

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 82:22


    Brittany, of the blog She Goes With Purpose, a self-proclaimed homebody who loves solo travel, says "I don't believe that anyone is truly fearless." In this week's episode of the podcast, we talk about some of her fears and anxieties about solo female travel, and how she has learned to cope with them, learn from them, and transcend them — and how you can too! • Based on this blog: shegoeswithpurpose.com/how-travel-forces-me-to-face-my-fears • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    45 • Traveling to Merida, Mexico

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 42:11


    Making your Merida, Mexico travel plan? How exciting! If you've never visited Merida (or even Mexico), the thought of Merida travel planning might be overwhelming — but by the end of this podcast, you will be a Merida expert! How do I know this?! Well… I live here! In fact, have been living in Merida since July 2019, and I feel I know the city well… and after this podcast, so will you. • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/merida-mexico-travel-guide • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    44 • Louisa talks van life in Mexico

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 74:34


    Louisa, of @theoffgridgirl, was on sabbatical from work in Denver, and decided to buy a camper and do some solo travel in Mexico for six months! In this episode of the podcast we talk about solo female travel in Mexico, what it's like to drive in Mexico, her adventures going to about half the states in the country, adopting a kitten named Paquito on the side of the road — and why listening to your intuition is the best piece of solo travel advice. • Connect with Louise here: instagram.com/theoffgridgirl • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    43 • 50 Mexico travel tips from a long-time resident

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 63:16


    Need useful Mexico travel tips? You've come to the right place because, well, I live in Mexico, and also because the 50 best Mexico travel tips are all right here! By the end of this podcast, you'll discover all the tips for traveling to Mexico that will make your trip smoother, safer and more enjoyable. • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/50-tips-for-mexico-travel • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    42 • What to pack (and NOT pack) for Mexico

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 61:28


    Mexico isn't all beaches and tropical weather, and in fact, Mexico City and Central Mexico are much colder than most people think they are. This episode covers everything you need to know about how to dress and what to wear in Mexico, what to pack for the beaches and what to pack for cities in Mexico — and most importantly, what NOT to pack for Mexico. • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/packing-list-for-mexico • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    41 • Sue's 15 Tips to combat loneliness in solo travel

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 78:38


    40 • Tips for safe solo travel in Mexico

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 76:11


    One of the biggest questions in the Mexico travel world is — Is Mexico safe for travel? While this question has no real answer (I wish it did!), I am offering 20 Tips on how to travel to Mexico as safely as possible. I have been to 14 out of 32 states now, most as a solo traveler, and encountered NO ISSUES at all — Find out how I stayed safe in this episode... And how you can too. • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/safe-travel-in-mexico • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    39 • Kylie's 5 Tips for being a mindful traveler

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 64:45


    38 • How to NOT get sick in Mexico

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 53:08


    One of the biggest questions in the Mexico travel world is — Can I drink the water? To quickly answer that, NO, tap water in Mexico isn't safe to drink. While tap water should be avoided (no one drinks it, btw; not even locals!), some people also avoid more than they need to... like street food. There are ways to choose the right street food stand, as well as many other tips on How to NOT get sick in Mexico in this episode for you to discover! • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/how-to-not-get-sick-in-mexico • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    37 • Michelle talks getting paid to travel the world

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 68:23


    36 • How to NOT feel lonely during solo travel

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 53:57


    One of the biggest questions from first time solo female travelers is — Will I feel lonely? Spoiler alert: Most likely. However, loneliness is normal human emotion — and the better question is How do I combat the feelings of loneliness? In this episode, we'll chat about some strategies to transcend loneliness while solo traveling, and why feeling occasional loneliness isn't actually the end of the world. • Check out these solo travel blogs: travelmexicosolo.com/solo-travel-blogs • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    35 • Heather's 11 Tips for making friends during solo travel

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 69:31


    34 • Planning your first Mexico solo trip

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 54:51


    33 • Rose talks about her solo travel in Mexico

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 104:25


    32 • 10 Tips for Tulum, Mexico travel on a budget

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 60:00


    Planning your trip to Tulum, Mexico, in the Yucatan Peninsula/Mexican Caribbean? You're in the right place because I used to live there, and can offer some (ex) local's tips for how to visit Tulum and not break the bank! Truth be told, this is completely doable, no matter what your budget is — and I have 10 Tips on how to do it — as well as some tips on how to plan out your overall travel budget. • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/tulum-on-a-budget • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    31 • Daria talks about her Yucatan solo travel

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2021 77:13


    30 • Pt. 2: How to Travel Alone for the First Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2021 66:26


    29 • Pt. 1: How to Travel Alone for the First Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2021 49:00


    Always dreamt of solo travel? Is your first solo trip coming up — and you're unsure how to feel about it?? This is the podcast episode for you! I traveled solo throughout Mexico and Guatemala for years, and I'm spilling the tea on all my tried & true pro tips for traveling alone . As you might imagine, after years of solo travel, I have quite a bit of knowledge to share with you, so this will be a 2-part episode. Tune in next week for even more great tips for the solo traveler. • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/how-to-travel-alone-for-the-first-time • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo

    28 • Marquita talks about her solo travel in Tulum

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2021 53:24


    27 • Flavia talks Latinx solo travel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2021 58:41


    26 • How to spend 4 days in Mexico City

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2020 63:55


    Traveling to Mexico City? This is the travel itinerary you need in your life! I lived in CDMX, as it's known, for about 1 year, and in this episode, I break down a neighborhood-by-neighborhood itinerary so you'll see all the most amazing sites in a total of 5 neighborhoods. Head to the blog this podcast is based on, travelmexicosolo.com/4-days-in-mexico-city, to get even more Mexico City travel tips, Airbnb recommendations, links to recommended tours, places to eat the best tacos... and more! • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/4-days-in-mexico-city • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    25 • Leigh talks traveling solo to Mexico City

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 74:49


    Mexico City is amazing, and despite what the mainstream media might lead you to believe, it's a safe place to travel. My guest this week, Leigh of the blog Campfires and Concierges (www.campfiresandconcierges.com), joins me to talk about her not one, but two, solo trips to Mexico City. That's right, she loved it so much she visited a second time! Get practical travel tips, neighborhood recommendations, and more from this veteran CDMX visitor. • Based on this blog: campfiresandconcierges.com/mexico-city-travel-tips • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo • Connect on Pinterest: pinterest.com/travelmexicosolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    24 • Trusting your intuition while solo traveling

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 44:42


    I often refer to solo travel as “the quickest form of therapy” because of all the lessons I learned about myself, some seemingly overnight! One of the biggest was to always trust my intuition (AKA inner voice, higher self, etc.). As a solo traveler, I made it a point to never question my intuition — and by never, I do mean never ever. Tune in to learn how to become BFFs with your intuition, just like I did. • Based on this blog: insearchofsarah.com/important-lessons-learned-from-travelling • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    23 • Nina's Top 10 first time solo travel hacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 63:35


    Ready to take your first solo trip? This is the podcast for you! My guest this week, Nina of the blog Nina Out and About (www.ninaoutandabout.ca), joins me to talk about how to turn first time potential first time solo travel mistakes & mishaps into first time solo trip wins & successes. We discuss 10 mistakes first timer solo travelers often make, and some ways to correct each one of them. • Based on this blog: ninaoutandabout.ca/10-mistakes-first-time-solo-travelers-make • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    22 •

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2020 62:27


    Do you think you could stay silent for 10 straight days? Are you considering a Vipassana? You've come to the right place for info, because I did a 10-day silent meditation retreat at Hridaya Yoga in Mazunte, Oaxaca, Mexico! To those considering doing the same, this podcast has everything you need to know before, during & after your retreat... as well as my spiritual breakthrough & the lessons I learned in silence. • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/hridaya-yoga-mexico-everything-you-need-to-know-for-your-retreat • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    21 • Carrie talks making time to travel

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2020 55:29


    Do you have a "good" excuse as to why you "can't" find the time or money or whatever to travel? My guest this week, Carrie of the blog Overworked and Undertraveled (www.undertraveled.com) joins me to talk about how to reframe your excuses (yes — they are excuses!), make a travel plan, and start crossing some destinations off your bucket list.... using the same method she did! We also talk about why travel is good for you. • Based on these blogs: undertraveled.com/5-reasons-why-you-should-travel • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    20 • Traveling to Tulum, Mexico

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 53:56


    Wondering Is Tulum, Mexico open for travel? You're in luck, because it sure is… and this podcast will tell you everything you need to know about safely traveling to Tulum during the pandemic. This travel podcast also covers everything you'd need to know about Tulum, Mexico travel: from Tulum solo female travel safety, to how to get there & where to stay, to which Mayan ruins & cenotes to visit, where the best bars are ...and, of course, where to find the best Mexican street food tacos! • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/is-tulum-open • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    19 • Sarah's 5 reasons you should travel solo

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 47:56


    Sarah, of the blog Last Minute Wanders, traveled solo for a longggggg time — as in 5 years long! On this episode of the podcast, she talks about her first solo trip, how she thought she made the biggest mistake ever by doing it, and how she pushed through her feelings of anxiety & discomfort, to go on to have the experience of a lifetime! Tune in for 5 reasons Sarah says you should definitely travel solo. • Based on this blog: lastminutewanders.com/5-reasons-you-should-travel-solo • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    18 • 5 ways to overcome solo travel anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 57:39


    Anxious about traveling alone? You landed (pun intended!) on the right solo travel podcast. Anxiety holds us back from so much we want to do, so you're not alone. Even as a veteran solo traveler, I feel anxiety while traveling alone from time to time. This podcast has 5 of the tried & true tips I used throughout my last few years as a solo traveler to help transcend my anxieties — and they will work for you too! • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/5-effective-ways-to-overcome-solo-travel-anxiety • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    17 • Kathryn talks La Catrina from Day of the Dead

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 48:41


    Kathryn, of Vivien Travel, joins me to discuss La Catrina — the skeletal icon of Mexico's famed Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead) holiday! La Catrina's origins & significance are as complex as the last century of Mexican history, but today, she represents, among other things, Mexico's choice to live joyfully in the face of death... and even celebrate it, both during Dia de los Muertos & year-round. We also talk about the Day of the Dead holiday, which showcases one of the vast differences between Mexican and U.S. cultures with our divergent views on death. • Based on this blog: vivientravel.com/blog/bucket-list • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    16 • Day of the Dead in Oaxaca, Mexico

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 57:21


    There's no better time in Mexico than during Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead)! There are a few large celebrations in various parts of the country — but nothing compares to the festivities in Oaxaca City during this Mexican holiday. While the 2020 celebration was cancelled, you should know that NOW is a good time to start thinking about planning for 2021! Check out the podcast to see why I say this... as well as everything you need to know about celebrating Dia de los Muertos in Oaxaca, Mexico. • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/day-of-the-dead-in-oaxaca-everything-you-need-to-know • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo • Connect on Twitter: twitter.com/travelmexsolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    15 • Pt. 2: Travel off the beaten path in Oaxaca

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 62:21


    Mexico's off the beaten path travel destinations are kinda my thing! Looking to travel to some Mexico hidden gems? If so, you're in the right place… and you've come to the right guide. In this podcast, we're going to be discussing my absolute favorite place: Oaxaca! Why Oaxaca? You might be wondering. Oaxaca, in a word, is magical. I really believe that Oaxaca (pronounced wa-ha-ka) is the Mexico people imagine Mexico to be! • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/traveling-to-oaxaca-heres-everything-you-need-to-know • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Dream To Destination FB Group: facebook.com/groups/dreamtodestination • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    14 • Pt. 1: Travel off the beaten path in Mexico

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 55:43


    Mexico's off the beaten path travel destinations are kinda my thing! Looking to travel to some Mexico hidden gems? If so, you're in the right place… and you've come to the right guide! In this podcast, we're going to be discussing 4 of my favorites: Bacalar, Guanajuato, Holbox Island & Sayulita. • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/5-hidden-gem-destinations-of-mexico-travel • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Dream To Destination FB Group: facebook.com/groups/dreamtodestination • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    13 • Elizabeth has learned 8 languages

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 54:48


    Travel blogger Elizabeth, of AdventuresInFluency.com, joins me to talk about the importance of learning (at least the basics of) the language before visiting another country. To date, she has learned 8 languages, and explains all the ways this has benefitted her personally, as well as the ways it helped her while traveling. For those who don't think they can learn a language, Elizabeth explains that you absolutely can — and exactly how to make learning it fun. • Based on this blog: adventuresinfluency.com/why-should-you-learn-the-language-before-you-travel • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Dream To Destination FB Group: facebook.com/groups/dreamtodestination • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    12 • Emma's tips for eating alone while traveling

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 58:32


    Emma, of the blog Forever Lost in Travel (foreverlostintravel.com), discusses how she overcame her fears & got comfortable dining solo while traveling! Although she describes dinner for one as "the scariest part of traveling alone," she has developed about 15 of her own tips & tricks for confidently dining alone while traveling — from picking the exact seat you want to taking your time while eating — we're discussing them all on this episode of the podcast. • Based on this blog: foreverlostintravel.com/eating-alone-while-traveling-tips-for-solo-dining • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Dream To Destination FB Group: facebook.com/groups/dreamtodestination • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    11 • 5 reasons Mexico is perfect for U.S. travelers

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 56:17


    Let's talk travel destinations & how to pick the best one! In this episode you'll learn 5 reasons why Mexico is the ideal destination for U.S. travelers (solo & not-solo!).... but also things to consider when picking a travel destination. We'll also discuss solo travel safety in Mexico, and some general travel safety tips, including enrolling in the free STEP Program. • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/5-reasons-mexico-is-one-of-the-best-first-time-solo-travel-destinations • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Dream To Destination FB Group: facebook.com/groups/dreamtodestination • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    10 • Naa Adei talks Cancun (& Why it wasn't for her)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 67:34


    Travel blogger Naa Adei (thepursuitofflyness.com) joins me to talk about her Feb. 2020 trip to Cancun... one of Mexico's biggest tourist destinations. With 6+ million visitors annually, Cancun actually ranks as one of the world's most-visited beach towns on the planet — but is it a place everyone will actually enjoy visiting

    09 • How to get awesome solo travel photos

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 46:51


    Ready to get Professional Enough with your photos? Check out my phone photography course now! Do you want to learn how to get beautiful solo travel photos, and take your travel photography game to the next level? If so, you're in the right place. Here's why:

    08 • Alex's 35 Tips for traveling to Mexico

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 81:19


    Expat/Travel blogger Alex AKA the Backpacking Brunette (backpackingbrunette.com) joins me to discuss her 35 Tips for Traveling to Mexico for the First Time. Now, don't let the "first time" part of that throw you off! I've been living in Mexico for over 2 years now, and even I learned a thing or two. Alex has also been living in Queretaro, Mexico for several years now, which is why you need her travel pro tips! • Based on this blog: backpackingbrunette.com/mexico-travel-tips • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Dream To Destination FB Group: facebook.com/groups/dreamtodestination • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    07 • Afraid to travel solo? You need these 5 tips

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 48:50


    Afraid to travel alone? If so, you landed on the right podcast (pun very much intended!). Fear is the #1 thing that holds us back from nearly everything we'd like to do, so you're not alone. Even as a veteran solo traveler, I feel fear while traveling alone from time to time. This podcast has 5 of the tried & true tips I used throughout my last few years as a solo traveler to help transcend & breakthrough my fears & anxieties — and they will work for you too! • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/afraid-to-travel-alone-these-5-powerful-tips-will-help • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Dream To Destination FB Group: facebook.com/groups/dreamtodestination • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    06 • Retha talks things to do on Cozumel Island

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 47:50


    Travel blogger Retha AKA the Roaming Nanny (roamingnanny.com) joins me to talk about her week-long trip to Cozumel Island in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. Cozumel is a popular cruise ship stop — but it's so much more than that! In this podcast, Retha talks about getting her PADI diving certification in Cozumel, snorkeling & diving, renting a car, visiting Mayan ruins, her favorite sunset spot... and even Cozumel's only microbrewery! • Based on this blog: roamingnanny.com/blog/best-things-to-do-in-cozumel-mexico • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Dream To Destination FB Group: facebook.com/groups/dreamtodestination • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

    05 • In Mexico, everyday is Taco Tuesday

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2020 66:40


    I often tell people I had to move to Mexico because everyday is Taco Tuesday! What I never knew was just how many distinct types of tacos there are in Mexico & Mexico City. I'm a bonafide taco addict who spent about 1 year living in Mexico City, eating (well above & beyond) my fair share of tacos. This podcast will tell you everything you need to know about how to & where to eat authentic Mexican tacos while traveling in CDMX! • Based on this blog: travelmexicosolo.com/50-of-the-best-tacos-in-mexico-city-free-map • Connect on IG: instagram.com/travelmexicosolo • Dream To Destination FB Group: facebook.com/groups/dreamtodestination • Connect on FB: facebook.com/travelmexicosolo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dreamtodestination/support

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