Podcast appearances and mentions of becky pokora

Episode 39: Show Notes Are you bored of the usual tourist travel tropes and looking for more? Have you ever wondered how to turn a simple trip into an unforgettable adventure? In this episode, we dive into the art of ‘sightDOING' with travel expert Becky Pokora, who transforms ordinary travel experiences into extraordinary, hands-on journeys. Becky is a seasoned travel expert and writer passionate about adventure and exploration. As the founder of the travel blog sightDOING, she shares her experiences and tips on active travel and immersive adventures. Becky has a knack for discovering unique destinations and engaging activities, encouraging her readers to dive deeper into their travel experiences. In our conversation, we explore the secret behind authentic travel, why first-hand travel recommendations are superior, and the benefits of going with the flow. Discover strategies for finding the best experience while traveling and helpful resources to get you started. Becky recounts some of her most memorable travel moments, including seeing a volcano erupt, attending an ice festival in China, and experiencing the wonders of Antarctica. She also shares advice for communicating when you don't speak the local language and red flags to watch out for when looking for accommodation. Join us as we journey into the world of authentic travel with Becky Pokora. Tune in now! Key Points From This Episode: [00:45] Background about Becky, her travel blog, and the concept of ‘sightDOING.' [04:12] Strategies she uses to uncover special and authentic travel experiences. [08:35] Hear about some of the unconventional travel experiences she has had. [13:03] Rigid travel planning versus taking a more unstructured approach. [16:38] An example of a top non-traditional travel experience she had in Mexico. [20:57] She shares the most underrated travel options available in Mexico.  [25:40] Why knowing the local language is not a prerequisite for authentic travel. [29:38] The Harbin Ice Festival and her New Zealand and Australia travel highlights. [38:45] Her approach to finding accommodation and why hotels are not always an option. [44:00] SightDOING in Antarctica and recommendations for those considering the trip.  [52:51] Final takeaways for listeners and how to contact Becky. Quotes: “That first-hand touch from someone that you trust and from someone where you understand their frame of reference is a great way to filter [travel ideas].” — @sightDOING [7:20] “Sometimes taking what is easy is a legitimate way to plan a trip or plan an activity.” — @sightDOING [10:33] “Sometimes even when you have fantastic plans, they just get rearranged based on conditions or things you never expected.” — @sightDOING [20:00] “I like hotels but a lot of places I go don't have a lot of hotels which means you have to get a little bit more creative.” — @sightDOING [39:01] Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: sightDOING sightDOING on X sightDOING on Instagram sightDOING on Facebook sightDOING on Pinterest Becky Pokora on LinkedIn Airbnb Reddit Meetup Facebook Events Harbin Ice Festival Vrbo Booking.com Quark Expeditions The Milenomics Podcast Network Thomas Kim on X Trevor Mountcastle on X

We welcome back Becky Pokora from sightDOING who took a trip to Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks recently. We discuss the long hikes you can take when not traveling with two kids and a dog (like Nick did!), renting a boat to go fishing, what flying cross country felt like, and a whole lot more. Becky teaches both Joe and Trevor some new terminology/names and a great time was had by all.

Becky Pokora of SightDOING joins the podcast and we discuss our miles and points resolutions for the new year.

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, travel blogger Becky Pokora discusses the Black Hills and Badlands of South Dakota. Here you'll be wowed by ponderosa pine forests, rolling hills and impressive peaks (including the tallest point east of the Rockies), frequent wildlife sightings, and some of the country's most unique scenery in the Badlands. Although outdoor adventures are a strong draw here, travelers can also enjoy more relaxing activities, like scenic drives on the Needles Highway, Old West history in Deadwood, and breweries throughout downtown Rapid City and the nearby Black Hills. Follow Becky's adventures at https://sightdoing.net/Featured music is "Traveler" by the Walk-About Band - https://www.walkaboutband.com/Thanks to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association for sponsoring this segment! https://www.ifwtwa.org/

Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine and Parks & Travel Magazine, for Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station Parks & Travel Show with travel writer Becky Pokora, publisher of SightDoing.net.   On this episode, Becky discusses the Black Hills and Badlands of South Dakota. Here you'll be wowed by ponderosa pine forests, rolling hills and impressive peaks (including the tallest point east of the Rockies), frequent wildlife sightings, and some of the country's most unique scenery in the Badlands.  Although outdoor adventures are a strong draw here, travelers can also enjoy more relaxing activities, like scenic drives on the Needles Highway, Old West history in Deadwood, and breweries throughout downtown Rapid City and the nearby Black Hills.  Featured music is “Traveler” by the Walk-A-Bout Band. Thanks to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) for sponsoring this segment! 

Becky Pokora from sightdoing.net drops by and we chat about our recent trips that hopefully can inspire you as you plan your next ones. How can you enjoy Alaska by land or by sea, what is it like to go to the Women's World Cup, and how much wildlife can you see in Tasmania? We also talk about how Joe dealt with a grossly overcharged rental car.

Becky Pokora from sightDOING{ drops by to help us celebrate our 100th episode! We discuss her experience with the Hong Kong Airlines mistake business class fare and how she handles building a trip around a mistake fare. Then, we discuss her trip (via said fare) to Harbin, China (哈爾濱) and their amazing ice festival. Hope you enjoy hearing about her spectacular experience as much as we did.

Becky Pokora returns to the podcast after her big move to talk one of her favorite countries, Guatemala. We then discuss the best ways to travel when living in a non hub city and how to best keep track of flights. As always, Becky inspired us with her love of travel and all the fun she's been up to! Elsewhere, we discuss the power of nested itineraries.

Becky Pokora of sightDOING (nee The Girl and Globe) fame joins Joe and Trevor to talk Mexico, funding travel to far flung locations with miles and points, why domestic travel gets ignored by the blogosphere, Sri Lanka, and more!

Becky and I met on the Adventure Seekers Tbex FAM in Fort Lauderdale before the Tbex Conference. Becky is a freelance writer, travel blogger and frequent flyer royalty program consultant. In this episode we talk about how to identify a niche, how to make revenue with Twitter parties, working with Copypress and lots more. Get [...] The post BITW 046: How to Identify Your Niche and Generate Revenue with Twitter Parties with Becky Pokora appeared first on Break Into Travel Writing.

Becky and I met on the Adventure Seekers Tbex FAM in Fort Lauderdale before the Tbex Conference. Becky is a freelance writer, travel blogger and frequent flyer royalty program consultant. In this episode we talk about how to identify a niche, how to make revenue with Twitter parties, working with Copypress and lots more. Get [...] The post BITW 046: How to Identify Your Niche and Generate Revenue with Twitter Parties with Becky Pokora appeared first on Break Into Travel Writing.