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Today, I’ll be speaking with Ashly Ryan about her perfect day beyond the strip in Las Vegas, Nevada. And then, at the end of our chat, we talk about a few alternative day trips in the area as well! Join Ashly and me as we make the most of a day outdoors around Las Vegas, Nevada.   About Ashly Ryan Ashly is half of Happy Nomad Couple, a duo who loves the travel together on a budget. In 2017, they quit their jobs to backpack around the world. In one year, they visited 22 countries on five continents. As of now, they've traveled to over 30 countries together, and by the end of this year, they'll have seen all seven wonders of the world! They keep track of their spending to create budgets to share with other young couples planning trips. Ashley's past travels have also inspired her to create a reversible travel clothing line called Splice Clothing. Read more about Ashly's traveling experience at Happy Nomad Couple or her reversible travel clothing line at Splice Clothing. What We Cover in This Episode The best and worst time of year to visit Las Vegas, NV. A local's favorite hotel to play and stay. Where to stay in Branson, MO, with and without an RV. The best spots to get coffee and breakfast in Las Vegas, NV. All of the best sights to see at Valley of Fire State Park. How to get to free hiking trails in Red Rock Canyon that you don't need a reservation to hike. A neighborhood with the best food in the city. A delicious, not to be missed, three-course dessert experience. Tons of other things you can do in the area if you've already been to Red Rock and Valley of Fire. How to hike to Hot Springs in the area. Where you can hike nearby to see epic sunsets and waterfalls. The best local spot for boating. The best Instagram spots in Las Vegas, NV. One overrated attraction in Las Vegas, NV, and where you should go instead to get an even better experience. A few must-visit attractions on the strip. The best of the best of the strip and Fremont, according to a local.   Quotes Ashly: "If I were to guess, I would say probably 20% of people actually end up leaving the strip to see what else is out there. I think it's becoming more popular, especially now with having to social distance and things like that. But a lot of people just really stick to the strip. I mean, it's really easy to just stay there because it's kind of its own little world, you know, there's so much to see on the strip. So you definitely could get stuck there, but I think it's kind of a shame because we have so many beautiful outdoor environments around Las Vegas."   Ashly: "You'll be pleasantly surprised at how different the landscape is from probably most other places you've seen and how gorgeous it is. So it doesn't have to be your whole itinerary if you're coming to Vegas for a few days. I think one of the things that annoys me the most is when people say, Oh, you can do Vegas in two or three days. That's true if you're just gonna stick to the strip and see shows and restaurants and go to the lobbies. But I would say. You don't want to miss adding an extra day to your stay in Vegas to go outside. Definitely go somewhere outside. There's tons of different things for all different interests. If you've already been to Red Rock, there are other places you can go that will be completely different, and you don't want to miss it because I think you'll have a great time. And if you could either just go see it to take pictures and go for a really nice drive or you can go and do a crazy hike."   Links to Places Mentioned in this Episode   Links to Places Mentioned in this Episode Where the locals stay in Las Vegas, NV Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa   Outdoor Activities Mentioned in this Episode's "perfect day": Valley of Fire State Park Atlatl Rock Fire Wave Rainbow Vista Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area Calico Basin Kraft Mountain Loop Trail Ash Canyon Trail First Creek Trail Oak Creek Trail   Extra "Beyond the Strip" Outdoor Activities Mentioned in the Episode Hoover Dam Grand Canyon National Park Arizona Hot Spring Trail Gold Strike Hot Springs Trail Historic Railroad Hiking Trail Death Valley National Park Zion National Park Rhyolite Mount Charleston Lake Mead National Recreation Area Willow Beach Las Vegas, NV Restaurants Mentioned in this Episode: Makers & Finders Red Rock Grand Café The Cracked Egg La Cantine 888 Korean BBQ Nabe Sweets Raku Las Vegas, NV Instagram Photo Spots Mentioned in this Episode: Seven Magic Mountains Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck Fountains of Bellagio Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens 10% off an Escape Campervan I know many of you are starting to plan out future adventures, which is super exciting!

It’s smart advice to consider renting a camper van before you buy one-- just ask photographer and digital artist Anna McNaught, who had lots of experience in road travel but little in the world of camper vans until she rented one for the first time recently with her husband, James. For Anna, renting a camper van turned out to be the catalyst for moving their dreams of long-term road travel forward. This special episode with Escape Campervans covers everything from practical tips in renting to what considerations you might want to take if you decide full-time road travel is for you. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why Anna and her husband James decided to rent a camper van for their honeymoon We wax poetic about the simple luxuries of camping and roads trips Tips on what makes a good camper van rental company How Anna and James knew that they wanted to buy a van after renting one What vans they considered, and how they made their choice Laura and Anna discuss methods for managing mail and insurance while on the road Other resources mentioned in this episode: Follow Anna on Instagram - @leavethemap Check out Anna’s digital art - @annamcnaughty The Globetrotter’s Guide to Travel Insurance by Michael and Yvonne Bauche A Beginner’s Guide to Living in an RV by Alyssa Padgett US Global Mail Sign up for our newsletter to receive updates on our WOTR Camp Out happening this October near Moab, Utah! Women On The Road on Instagram - @womenontheroad Join the Women On The Road Podcast Facebook group Sponsor Websites & Codes: Escape Campervan Rentals - visit www.escapecampervans.com/women and use promo code WOMEN15 for 15% off your next road trip! Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. You can also share this podcast with a friend. Thank you for your support! Episodes air weekly on Fridays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Follow along with Laura Hughes on Instagram (@howsheviewsit) and see more of her work through her website, How She Views It. Music is by Josh Woodward.

In the last 2 years, Lauren Walker was married to her long-time partner Trent. They bought a house, planned their kitchen remodel, and saved up for their honeymoon. But then Trent died, suddenly and unexpectedly. And just 2 months into their marriage, Lauren was alone.As you can imagine, everything changed for Lauren with Trent's passing, but one thing she's kept as a constant is a van that belonged to Trent. Right now, she's traveling in it full time around Australia, allowing herself room to process her grief, and sharing her thoughts openly online with others in hopes of encouraging others to embrace their lives and loved ones fully, every day.In this episode, you'll hear:Lauren's journey of grief after losing her husband, TrentHow van travel has helped Lauren in her healing processThe ways Lauren has grown since hitting the roadWhy you should plan a little lessWhat Lauren thinks about safety and fear on the road as a solotravelerResources mentioned in this episode:Follow Lauren on Instagram: @lauren_ashleigh_walkerJoin the On the Road, Our Way Facebook Group!Learn more on the episode landing page.Sponsor Websites & CodesGet 20% off your Escape Campervan rental for the Women On The RoadGathering! Use promo code WOMEN20.Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It'll help other people find us. You can also share this podcast with a friend. Thank you for your support!Episodes air weekly on Fridays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Follow along with Laura Borichevsky on Instagram (@howsheviewsit) and see more of her work through her website, How She Views It.Music is by Jason Shaw and Josh Woodward via Free Music Archive using a CC by A license.A production of Ravel Media

Pregnant with her daughter Ruby, Melody Forsyth thought hiking would be her "last hurrah" when she found out Ruby has Down Syndrome (DS). Turns out, it was just the beginning. We talk about what having a child with special needs has added to Melody's hiking and personal life, and how she uses social media to break stereotypes about her little girl and DS. Women featured in this episode: Melody Forsyth Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode, you'll hear: How Melody balances the roles of mother, nurse, hiker, and wife The ways in which a backpacking experience in her teens has carried with her into her 40's Getting started hiking again a little later in life Why fear of not getting to explore after having a child with Down Syndrome got Melody's family outside How seeing a kid with special needs at a National Park assuaged Melody's fears How Ruby connects with the outdoors Melody's family's quest to visit all the National Parks in the US The ways Melody uses her Instagram @downwithadventure to correct misconceptions about Down Syndrome and hiking with a child with special needs What Ruby has taught Melody (and can teach us!) Sponsored by Away and Bombas Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Camp with us In Taos at the Women on the Road Gathering Resources Melody's instagram: @downwithadventure Learn about their family on the Goal Zero Blog Sponsor Websites and Codes Bombas: Get 20% off your first purchase by using code 'explores' at checkout! Away: Get $20 off your first purchase of a suitcase by using code 'explores' at checkout! Get 20% off an Escape Campervan rental by using code 'WOMEN20' at checkout Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Jason Shaw using a Creative Commons Attribution license. Music is also by Bouquet and Liam McNally

In the last 2 years, Lauren Walker was married to her long-time partner Trent. They bought a house, planned their kitchen remodel, and saved up for their honeymoon. But then Trent died, suddenly and unexpectedly. And just 2 months into their marriage, Lauren was alone. As you can imagine, everything changed for Lauren with Trent’s passing, but one thing she’s kept as a constant is a van that belonged to Trent. Right now, she’s traveling in it full time around Australia, allowing herself room to process her grief, and sharing her thoughts openly online with others in hopes of encouraging others to embrace their lives and loved ones fully, every day. In this episode, you’ll hear: Lauren’s journey of grief after losing her husband, Trent How van travel has helped Lauren in her healing process The ways Lauren has grown since hitting the road Why you should plan a little less What Lauren thinks about safety and fear on the road as a solo traveler Resources mentioned in this episode: Follow Lauren on Instagram: @lauren_ashleigh_walker Come see us in Taos at our first Women On The Road Gathering with Vanlife Diaries! Join the Women On The Road Podcast Facebook group Learn more on the episode landing page. Sponsor Websites & Codes Get 20% off your Escape Campervan rental for the Women On The Road Gathering! Use promo code WOMEN20. Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. You can also share this podcast with a friend. Thank you for your support! Episodes air weekly on Fridays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Follow along with Laura Hughes on Instagram (@howsheviewsit) and see more of her work through her website, How She Views It. Music is by Jason Shaw and Josh Woodward via Free Music Archive using a CC by A license. WOTR podcast cover artwork designed by Dani Opal.

Elyse Rylander is the founder and executive director of OUT There Adventures, a nonprofit dedicated to empower queer young people through their connection with the natural world. Elyse believes nature is a disruptive force for queer youth and hopes to foster their identities and love of the outdoors. Women featured in this episode: Elyse Rylander Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode, you'll hear What Elyse is working on right now How partnering with other established nonprofits like Outward Bound is helping spread the mission of OUT There Adventures Why it can be uniquely hard for a small nonprofit to do outreach for queer kids for outdoor programs Why role models are so important for queer youth in the outdoors How working at an outdoor store and getting into guiding positively impacted Elyse as a teenager Why Elyse believes nature is a disruptive force How nature mirrors queer identities How OUT There fosters inclusiveness on trips What Elyse hopes the youth take with them when they leave Hurdles to growth for OUT There Elyse's vision for the future About the second annual LGBTQ Outdoor Summit What Elyse is looking forward to Sponsored by BetterHelp and Bombas Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group Camp with us In Taos at the Women on the Road Gathering Resources OUT There Adventures: Website & Instagram LGBTQ Outdoor Summit Outside Online Article on Elyse Rylander Sponsor Websites and Codes Betterhelp: Get the first week free by heading here and using offer code 'explores'! Bombas: Get 20% off your first purchase by using code 'explores' at checkout! Get 20% off an Escape Campervan rental by using code 'WOMEN20' at checkout Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Music is by Lee Rosevere, Jason Shaw, Josh Woodward using a Creative Commons Attribution license. Music is also by Kay Orange

Emily Hart is no stranger to solo travel. In fact, she's on a quest to visit every National Park in the US, and she has some insightful thoughts on what it's like to start traveling alone.Whether you travel alone regularly, or the thought of it fills you with dread-- we've been there. And this episode is for you.In this episode, you'll hear:What newfound solo travel for host Laura Borichevsky is likeWhy Emily started traveling to National ParksHow many National Parks Emily has visited soloWhat Emily's simple car camper conversion is like, and why she lovesitHow using travel as self care helps Emily be a better teacherThe way Emily views being “outdoorsy”What Emily's middle school students glean from her travelsHow she balances full-time teaching with her adventuresWhat advice Emily has for those wanting to start new, big soloendeavorsResources mentioned in this episode:Follow Emily's adventures on Instagram: @emilyventuresCome see us in Taos at our first Women On The Road Gathering withVanlife Diaries!Join the On the Road, Our Way Facebook Group!Sponsor Websites & CodesGet 20% off your Escape Campervan rental for the Women On The RoadGathering! Use promo code WOMEN20.Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It'll help other people find us. You can also share this podcast with a friend. Thank you for your support!Episodes air weekly on Fridays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Follow along with Laura Borichevsky on Instagram (@howsheviewsit) and see more of her work through her website, How She Views It.Music is by Jason Shaw and Josh Woodward via Free Music Archive using a CC by A license.A production of Ravel Media

Emily Hart is no stranger to solo travel. In fact, she’s on a quest to visit every National Park in the US, and she has some insightful thoughts on what it’s like to start traveling alone. Whether you travel alone regularly, or the thought of it fills you with dread-- we’ve been there. And this episode is for you. In this episode, you’ll hear: What newfound solo travel for host Laura Hughes is like Why Emily started traveling to National Parks How many National Parks Emily has visited solo What Emily’s simple car camper conversion is like, and why she loves it How using travel as self care helps Emily be a better teacher The way Emily views being “outdoorsy” What Emily’s middle school students glean from her travels How she balances full-time teaching with her adventures What advice Emily has for those wanting to start new, big solo endeavors Resources mentioned in this episode: Follow Emily’s adventures on Instagram: @emilyventures Come see us in Taos at our first Women On The Road Gathering with Vanlife Diaries! Join the Women On The Road Podcast Facebook group Sponsor Websites & Codes Get 20% off your Escape Campervan rental for the Women On The Road Gathering! Use promo code WOMEN20. Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. You can also share this podcast with a friend. Thank you for your support! Episodes air weekly on Fridays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Follow along with Laura Hughes on Instagram (@howsheviewsit) and see more of her work through her website, How She Views It. Music is by Jason Shaw and Josh Woodward via Free Music Archive using a CC by A license. WOTR podcast cover artwork designed by Dani Opal.