Podcast appearances and mentions of nikki vargas

Note to listeners: we're currently on hiatus, returning with new episodes in April 2025. Until then, we're sharing some of our favorite episodes from the archive each week. Today, we're speaking with Nikki Vargas, a senior editor at Fodor's Travel, founder of Unearth Women, and author of "Call You When I Land." In this travel memoir, Nikki shares her experiences navigating cultures and finding love.Reminder: I'm running a 10-day group trip to Jordan this May. The trip runs from May 18th to 27th and you can get all the information by visiting here. The last day to join our trip is Friday, April 18th.Original Air Date: Feb 21, 2024.What you'll learn in this episode:How the memoir writing process differs from other non-fictionAre books easier to write than articles?How Nikki overcame self-doubt and fear in the writing processNikki shares practical strategies for tackling a writing projectRecognizing the privilege of travel How Nikki's work supports women in travel, amplifying their voices through conscious consumerismHighlighting women making a difference, like Manal Kahi's Eat Offbeat.Nikki's upcoming book project inspired by a trip to NorwayFeatured on the show:Check out Nikki's travel memoir, CALL YOU WHEN I LANDNikki's book Instagram: @callyouwhenilandNikki Vargas website: nikkivargas.comNikki's Instagram: @niknakvargasEat OffBeat: eatoffbeat.comPitch your story idea to FodorsReview Fodor's pitch guidelinesListen to Episode 87: The Driving Force Behind Unearth Women with Nikki VargasLearn more about our upcoming trip to Jordan in May hereGet more information at: Going Places website Join our Going Places newsletter to get updates on new episodes and Yulia's travel storytelling work. Subscribe at goingplacesmedia.com/newsletter!For more BTS of this podcast follow @goingplacesmedia on Instagram and check out our videos on YouTube!Please head over to Apple Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE to the show. If you enjoy this conversation, please share it with others on social and don't forget to tag us @goingplacesmedia!And show us some love, if you have a minute, by rating Going Places or leaving us a...

In this episode of Soul of Travel, Season 5: Women's Wisdom + Mindful Travel, presented by @journeywoman_original, Christine hosts a special summer showcase of authors who wrote some of our favorite books at Soul of Travel.Christine is so happy to share about her past guests' recent books – as well as some favorites from the last few years! These women continue to show up in big ways to shift the narrative around who is traveling. The result: Getting more memoirs and travel stories written by women on bookshelves around the world, and inspiring future generations of travelers.Authors highlighted include:· Dr. Anu Taranath· Beth Santos· Nikki Vargas· Maria Baltazzi· Lisa Niver· Kat MedinaJoin Christine for this special soulful book-isode.

After getting engaged, Nikki Vargas was staring down a lifetime of white picket fences, suburbs, and 2.5 kids. And deep down she knew she couldn't do it. So years into a confining relationship, and even deeper into a love affair with travel and journalism that compromised the future her fiancé imagined, Nikki had to make a life-changing choice. She talks with Stephanie about how, ultimately, that choice might just be the best one she's ever made. This series is presented by the Marguerite Casey Foundation. MCF supports leaders who work to shift the balance of power in their communities toward working people and families, and who have the vision and capacity for building a truly representative economy. Learn more at caseygrants.org or visit on social media @caseygrants. Follow Stephanie on Instagram at @wittelstephanie. Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Have a story you want to share? Head to bit.ly/lastdaystories to fill out our confidential Google form.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium. And if you want to continue the conversation with other listeners, join the My Lemonada community at https://lemonadamedia.com/mylemonada/ For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. To follow along with a transcript, go to www.lemonadamedia.com/show/lastday shortly after the air date.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to Going Places! Today, I'm thrilled to reconnect with Nikki Vargas, a remarkable individual whose journey continues to inspire. Nikki, a senior editor at Fodor's Travel and the founder of Unearthed Women joins me to discuss her latest book, "Call You When I Land." In this captivating travel memoir, Nikki shares her profound experiences navigating different cultures, finding love, and discovering herself along the way. Throughout our conversation, Nikki sheds light on the transformative power of travel and its ability to shape our personal journeys and our careers. We discuss the unique role travelers play in supporting the communities they visit, echoing Nikki's commitment to championing women's voices worldwide. From her experiences founding Unearthed Women to her latest book project, Nikki's wisdom and passion for exploration shine through, offering listeners a fresh perspective on the intersection of travel, self-discovery, and advocacy."Call You When I Land" is out now and promises readers a captivating exploration of wanderlust, resilience, and pursuing one's dreams. Whether you're an avid traveler or simply curious about the world, Nikki's story will surely resonate. This episode and the entire season is brought to you by Visit Jordan. Be sure to visit myjordanjourney.com to learn more about Jordan.What you'll learn in this episode:Introduction and overview of Nikki's new book, "Call You When I Land."Excerpt reading and discussion of pivotal moments from the bookComparison of the writing process between Nikki's first book, "Wanderess," and her memoir, "Call You When I Land."Challenges and rewards of book writing compared to articlesOvercoming self-doubt and fears in the writing processPractical strategies for tackling a writing projectThe influence of Nikki's career as a travel journalist and editor on her book writingThe power of memoirs and travel narratives in inspiring transformationRecognizing the privilege of travel and finding accessible ways to exploreSupporting women in travel and amplifying their voices through conscious consumerismHighlighting stories of everyday women making a difference in their communities, like Manal Kahi's Eat Offbeat.Importance of authenticity in social media, particularly TikTokBalancing personal life milestones with professional endeavorsNikki's upcoming book project inspired by a trip to NorwayInvitation to join Nikki on her book tour and connect in personFeatured on the show:Order Nikki's travel memoir, CALL YOU WHEN I LANDNikki's book Instagram: @callyouwhenilandNikki Vargas website: nikkivargas.comNikki's Instagram: @niknakvargasNikki's Twitter: @MsNikkiVargasCatch up with Nikki on her book tour. Follow Nikki on Tiktok: @authornikkivargasEat OffBeat:

If you've ever felt like you were too far down the wrong path to change course, this episode is for you. Nikki Vargas, travel writer and author of CALL YOU WHEN I LAND was engaged to be married when she decided to listen to that little voice - and it sent her off on a wild adventure. Join Alisha and Nikki as they chat when the best time is for a midlife crisis, how to feel about failure, and the hottest destinations for 2024.Buy CALL YOU WHEN I LAND here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Soul of Travel, Season 5: Women's Wisdom + Mindful Travel, presented by @journeywoman_original, Christine hosts a soulful conversation with bestselling travel author Nikki Vargas.Originally from Bogotá, Colombia, Nikki Vargas is the author of the newly-released bestselling CALL YOU WHEN I LAND (HarperCollins 2023), named one of the best women's memoirs of 2023 by Glamour Magazine, selected as a Staff Pick by Apple Books, and a recommended read by Good Morning America, Forbes, Shondaland, Cosmopolitan, Real Simple, and more. Nikki is also the co-author of WANDERESS (Penguin Random House, 2022), a women's travel guide in stores now.Nikki is a Senior Editor for Fodor's Travel. She is also the Founder of Unearth Women, a women's travel publication set on championing women's stories and spotlighting women-owned businesses.Christine and Nikki discuss:· Nikki's new book, Call You When I Land· Navigating challenges when you find yourself out of alignment· How to change direction to head toward the right pathJoin Christine now for this soulful conversation with Nikki Vargas.

Zibby speaks to Colombian immigrant and travel journalist Nikki Vargas about her soul-stirring travel memoir, CALL YOU WHEN I LAND, which whisks readers through the countries that brought her self-discovery, new love, and the inspiration to launch the first international feminist travel magazine, Unearth Women. Nikki reveals the beginning of her journey (as a runaway bride, screaming into the jungles of Argentina) and then describes her path to travel writing and the unique 3-part structure of her book (Turbulence, Changing Pitch, and Landing). She also talks about her magazine, highlighting the highs and lows of the entrepreneurial venture, and shares her plan to transition into fiction writing.Purchase on Bookshop: https://bit.ly/48Fk5T5Share, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travel is exhilarating and enlightening, but what happens when it becomes an escape from things that really matter? For acclaimed travel writer Nikki Vargas, travel has been her work, her dreams—and also her crutch. She joins host Richard Aldous to discuss her new book Call You When I Land (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/call-you-when-i-land-nikki-vargas?variant=41011396214818), a memoir of her winding adventures that ultimately do have a destination.

Episode Notes Frommer's columnist, and consumer expert, Bill McGee discussed the history-making battle against the JetBlue/Spirit Airlines merger. Then author Nikki Vargas talked about her new travel memoir "Call You When I Land"

Today, I'm joined by Nikki Vargas to explore how her relationship with travel has developed and changed over the years and the impact it's made on the trajectory of her life.  Nikki is the senior editor at Fodors Travel, a bestselling author, and a public speaker. Her recent book, Call You When I Land, whisks readers away through the countries that brought her new love, self-discovery, and the inspiration to launch the first feminist travel publication, Unearth Women.  In this episode, Nikki talks about her new memoir, that time she called off her wedding two weeks before the big day (and the consequences), and how she's built a career as a travel journalist. She shares her experience in reconnecting with her Columbian roots, advice for making tough decisions and living a life of travel, creating your own path to break into an industry, and much more. How has travel influenced making hard decisions in your life? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you'll share them by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a monthly bonus episode (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more? Click here to try Premium Passport for only $1. Tune In To Learn: The creative process of writing her memoir and how it was a cathartic experience Making the choice to do what's right for your life and the ripple effect of calling off her wedding Why travel was essential to the evolution of who she wanted to become What makes travel both escapism and realism and the defining moment that set her course as a writer Why she chooses to make her heritage a prominent part of her work Her love/hate relationship with travel blogging and why it made her feel empty Advice for bridging the gap between where you are and where you want to be (and doing it your way) Why you should never underestimate your impact no matter your follower count What she learned from launching (and killing) the first feminist travel publication  The value in revisiting places you've already been And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Subscribe to our FREE newsletter Today's Sponsors - Airbnb, US Bank, Land Rover, Uncommon Goods Visit Nikki's website Follow her on Instagram Want More? Life-Changing Trips, Interviewing Music Legends, Backpacking the World, and Fostering Transformative Connections with Tony Fletcher “Universe, I Trust You” – An Experiment on Letting Go with Roberta Mussato Silence in the Age of Noise with Legendary Explorer Erling Kagge Thanks To Our Sponsors Sometimes, it just makes more sense. Book your next group stay with Airbnb! This episode is also sponsored by US Bank's Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card, with the ability to earn up to 5x the points on travel-related expenses like hotels, and rental cars, this card will get you the most return on your next trip.  You're up for any challenge that comes your way, and the Land Rover Defender 110 is too. Learn more at landroverusa.com/defender.  Get 15% off your next gift from Uncommon Goods by visiting uncommongoods.com/travel.

Nikki Vargas has spent her life traveling world as a writer. But her life took a detour and a new journey of self-discovery after she called off her wedding to a longtime beau, quit her job and decided to pursue a full-time career in travel, now as Fodor's Travel Senior Editor. Along the way she founded the first feminist travel publication, Unearth Women, and learned about a mysterious family murder in her native Colombia. Vargas shares her story in her memoir, Call You When I Land.Fearless Fabulous You is broadcast live Wednesdays at 12 Noon ET.Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show is broadcast on W4WN Radio - Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Fearless Fabulous You Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

A senior editor for Fodor's Travel and the author of the travel memoir, Call You When I Land, shares how globe-trotting saved her from committing to a life she knew was not for her, along with her hard-earned insights on learning from failure, and planning trips that foster introspection and growth. 

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from the Hard Rock Hotel in San Diego. Peter sits down with Nikki Vargas, Senior Editor of Fodor's Travel to discuss some dramatic changes in traveler behavior and the new challenges of travel.Then, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, CEO of Celebrity Cruises, on the changes she had to make, as well as the changes and innovations she wanted to make to adapt and pivot her crude line as it emerged from the pandemic. Then, a deep dive by Hannah Sampson of The Washington Post into the brave new and often draconian world of hotel resort fees -- and some of them are truly odd.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week's Eye on Travel Podcast with Peter Greenberg from the Hard Rock Hotel in San Diego. Peter sits down with Nikki Vargas, Senior Editor of Fodor's Travel to discuss some dramatic changes in traveler behavior and the new challenges of travel.Then, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, CEO of Celebrity Cruises, on the changes she had to make, as well as the changes and innovations she wanted to make to adapt and pivot her crude line as it emerged from the pandemic. Then, a deep dive by Hannah Sampson of The Washington Post into the brave new and often draconian world of hotel resort fees -- and some of them are truly odd.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Get full show notes and more information at: https://travelmedialab.co/podcast/87 Want to know how to publish your travel stories? Download my free guide in which I share with you the 10 steps to take now to get your work out into the world.For more BTS of this podcast follow @travelmedialabNeed support and accountability? Join our Facebook group!Please head over to Apple Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE to the show. If you enjoy this conversation, please share it with others on social and don't forget to tag us @travelmedialab!And show us some love, if you have a minute, by rating Travel Media Lab or leaving us a review wherever you listen. You'll be helping us to bend the arc of algorithms towards our community — thank you!Travel Media Lab is a podcast for travel lovers and storytellers who want to break into – and thrive in – the travel media space. Each week, we explore what it means to get there through in-depth conversations with incredible women in the travel media space. Hosted by Yulia Denisyuk, a published travel photographer, writer, and entrepreneur.Learn more about Travel Media Lab at travelmedialab.co.

Welcome back to the meandering conversations of Haley and Jillian after their long hiatus. Today, Jillian talks about the scandalous, salacious, and sordid tale of the Floreana Affair and Haley talks blue footed boobies. Sources: The Galapagos Affair - The Unbelievable True Story Behind the Movie, Happy Gringo The Mysterious Murder That Rocked The Galapagos Islands, Nikki Vargas, Culture Trip The Galapagos Affair: Satan Came To Eden, 2013, Streaming on Amazon The Floreana Affair; Murder in Paradise, Dark Histories Podcast Blue-Footed Booby, National Geographic

Get full show notes and more information at: https://travelmedialab.co/podcast/72 Want to know how to publish your travel stories?https://travelmedialab.co/start ( Download my free guide) in which I share with you the 10 steps to take now to get your work out into the world. For more BTS of this podcast followhttps://www.instagram.com/travelmedialab/ ( @travelmedialab) Need support and accountability? Join ourhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/travelmedialab ( Facebook group)! If you enjoy the Travel Media Lab podcast, we could use your support! Please consider leaving us a review or introducing us to your friends! We love and appreciate you! Travel Media Lab is a podcast for travel lovers and storytellers who want to break into – and thrive in – the travel media space. Each week, we explore what it means to get there through in-depth conversations with incredible women in the travel media space. Hosted by https://www.instagram.com/insearchofperfect/ (Yulia Denisyuk), a published travel photographer, writer, and entrepreneur. Learn more about Travel Media Lab at https://travelmedialab.co/ (travelmedialab.co). Mentioned in this episode: 10 Steps To Publishing Your Travel Stories Get my guide to publishing your travel stories and let's start changing the media industry — and with it, the world — one published, brilliant woman at a time.

Welcome to the last episode of the first season of While She's Away!  Don't Worry! I'm going to sprinkle in bonus episode or two over the summer during my travels. I'll be back full swing with season 2 in September!  This week I had an incredible conversation with Nikki Vargas! Originally from Colombia, Nikki is a travel editor, published author, and writer now living in New York City. Her first book, Wanderess, is an exhaustive women's travel resource combining the wisdom, expertise, and experience of leading women in the travel industry and was published in Feburary 2022. Nikki is currently writing her second book, a personal travel memoir.  Currently, Nikki is an editor for Fodor's Travel. She also is the Found Editor of Unearth Women, a women's travel publication she founded back in 2018. Unearth Women's mission is to show travelers how to support women worldwide, while also sharing women's stories. Her work with Unearth Women has appeared in The New York Times, Good Morning America, CNN, Vogue Spain, and The Washington Post.  In this episode we chat about...  - Nikki's first solo travel experience in Colombia  - What inspired her to create Unearth Women  - Her mission to amplify women around the world through Unearth Women and Wanderess  - Her experience writing Wanderess  - Why Wanderess stands out from other guidebooks out there  - and like always, a ton more!    HostelPass - Start saving up to 25% on hostels all across Europe now and get 20% off your Hostel Card membership at https://www.hostelpass.co/hostel-card/?ref=diannihall1 Connect with Nikki & I on social:  Nikki Instagram https://www.unearthwomen.com/ Where to buy Wanderess While She's Away Instagram

Originally from Colombia, Nikki Vargas is a travel editor published author and writer now living in New York City. Her first book Wanderess was published in February of 2022. It is an exhaustive women's travel resource combining the wisdom, expertise and experience of leading women in the travel industry. She is currently writing her second book which is a personal travel memoir. Currently, Nikki is an editor for photos travel where she commission's writes and edits and produces daily travel stories for the Digital Site. In addition, she is also the Founding Editor of Unearth Women, a women's travel publication she founded back in 2018. Unearth Women's mission is to show travelers how to support women worldwide, while also sharing women's stories. Her work with unearth women has appeared in The New York Times, Good Morning America, CNN, Vogue, Spain and the Washington Post. For full show notes and to access resources mentioned in this episode, head to https://www.lotussojourns.com/podcast-episodes/episode78Learn more about Lotus Sojourns and ways to be a part of the community here.Find Lotus Sojourns on Facebook, or join the Lotus Sojourns Collective, our FB community for like-hearted women.Follow us on Instagram: @lotussojourns or @souloftravelpodcastLOVE these conversations...support the production of this podcast by making a donation here! Credits. Christine Winebrenner Irick (Host, creator, editor.) Nikki Vargas(Guest). Original music by Clark Adams. Editing and production by Rayna BoothSupport the show

In this episode, I talk with Nikki Vargas, a travel editor, author, video producer and public speaker based in New York City. She is the Founding Editor and Co-Founder of Unearth Women, a unique publication that celebrates travel and women's stories. Nikki is also an editor for Fodor's Travel, and her bylines have appeared in VICE, Food & Wine, Roads & Kingdoms, Cosmopolitan, and more. Nikki shares what sparked her love of travel, what led her to become a travel writer and editor, why her family left Colombia, and what drew her back. She also talks about co-founding Unearth Women, what it offers to travelers, and about her related book that will be published in early 2022.You can learn more about Nikki Vargas on her website or the Unearth Women website, and follow her on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.Visit my website to learn more about me, and say hi on social media: @jetsetlisetteSee Full Show NotesEnjoyed this episode? If so, please rate and review on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.Partners & OfferingsWaypoint Goods designs accessories that support and inspire women travelers, including their signature travel scarf with hidden zipper pocket. Enter JETSET at checkout for a 15% discount.Join Wanderful, the leading travel collective that helps all women travel the world by connecting them to each other. Enter JETSETLISETTE for $50 off annual membership.

Host/comedian TJ Del Reno welcomes back fellow comedian and filmmaker Jeff Cerulli! Also special audio appearances by travel writer Nikki Vargas and their dog Chico! They try to talk about the Mega Man Collection, Mortal Shell, It Takes Two, the reason for the XBOX 360's Red Ring of Death, and more! Follow @JeffCerulli on Twitter.

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In this episode, Christine sits down again with Nikki Vargas, founder of the publication Unearth Women. This publication has so many amazing features, the Feminist City Guide being one of many. Nikki and Christine talk about the mission to lift people's voices - especially women with lived experiences in marginalized identities. This conversation is packed with conversation around representation, perspective, traveling as a woman, deepening one's relationship to a place, and so much more. A truly gorgeous conversation that will leave you nourished, excited, and considering where you are connected to and why.Visit Unearth Women's Website: https://www.unearthwomen.com/Learn more about Lotus Sojourns and ways to be a part of the community here.Find Lotus Sojourns on Facebook, or join the Lotus Sojourns Collective, our FB community for like-hearted women.Follow us on Instagram: @lotussojourns or @souloftravelpodcastCredits. Christine Winebrenner Irick (Host, creator, editor.) Dr. Emily Thomas (Guest). Original music by Clark Adams. Editing and production by Alex Lee-Ammons and For The Love Media, LLC.

Episode Overview: The Unearth Women podcast celebrates travel through the stories of inspiring women. In this episode, our Founding Editor, Nikki Vargas, chats with Rani Cheema. Rani is the Founder & Culinary Travel Curator at Cheema's Travel, a boutique travel agency specializing in small group culinary travel around the world. In this episode, Rani defines culinary travel, speaks about inclusivity and diversity in the travel space, and how we can all do better. This episode is adapted from an Instagram Live interview edited by our Co-Founder, Elise Fitzsimmons. Liked this episode? Please make sure to like, share, and subscribe. Social Media: Unearth Women: @unearthwomen Guest, Rani Cheema: @cheemastravel Host, Nikki Vargas: @niknakvargas IG Live to Podcast Producer, Elise Fitzsimmons: @elise_fitz Show Notes: (2:14) Rani discusses the garden she created during COVID and the shifting expectations of productivity during her experience. (5:10) Rani describes what a Culinary Travel Specialist is and how she created the position to encompass her passions and share them with the world. (7:28) Rani explains how she determines the next location for one of her tours and how certain experiences make the cut. (11:30) Rani created her business from the ground up. Hear how she followed her passion to built the career of her dreams. (14:40) New York has so many hidden gems and can be seen on a budget, Rani tells us how. (22:00) Rani is of blended heritage, she discusses the challenges she faces and how she is trying to help others bridge the divide that can occur when feeling disconnected from your roots. (26:00) Rani shares her one piece of advice for anyone who wants to start a travel business. (29:40) The pandemic has left no business untouched. Rani discusses how she has pivoted and how she dealt with the stress of running a travel company during a pandemic. (32:00) Rani discusses the higher purpose of giving back to the world through her work founding Cheema's Travels and how she is innovating to give back and support the travel community in these uncertain times. (37:20) Rani discusses her journey of personal education, her realizations about racism and prejudice, and appropriation in the culinary space. (42:00) Ranni and Nikki discuss white-passing and the associated privilege that comes along with it. (48:40) Rani explores the origin of the narratives that shape our beliefs about society and what it means to be a woman of color. (52:00) Rani discusses practical resources and tools that have worked for her on her journey. She emphasizes the need for safe spaces, vulnerability, and conversations. As well as the importance of creating safe spaces for others.

Episode Overview: The Unearth Women podcast celebrates travel through the stories of inspiring women. In this episode, our Founding Editor, Nikki Vargas, chats with Beth Santos of Wanderful. Beth Santos is the CEO and Founder of Wanderful—made up of an international community of over 40,000 members, a home-sharing network for women, the Women in Travel Summit, and the Bessie Awards. In this episode, Beth discusses the importance of community for women who travel, how Wanderful is pivoting as a business in the face of the pandemic, and the true magic of the connections we create when traveling. This episode is adapted from an Instagram Live interview edited by our Co-Founder, Elise Fitzsimmons. Liked this episode? Please make sure to like, share, and subscribe. Social Media: Unearth Women: @unearthwomen Guest, Beth Santos: @maximumbeth Host, Nikki Vargas: @niknakvargas Podcast Producer, Elise Fitzsimmons: @elise_fitz Wanderful website: https://sheswanderful.com/ Show Notes: (1:53) Beth speaks to adjusting to quarantine. She explains how being a CEO and mother to a 3-year-old is multi-tasking on an extreme level. (6:50) Paying attention to the writing on the wall, Beth saw that the world was changing. She explains working with her team to prepare her business for a travel industry shut down. (10:59) It will take some time for the travel industry to stabilize. Beth thinks it will happen in waves and will be filled with nuance. (20:03) Beth discusses the team's decision to pivot the business to a membership model, how she navigated transitioning her in-person conferences to the digital space and the personal connections that are fundamental to the travel community. (21:56) Beth discusses Wanderful's new content strategy and the importance of continuing to learn about the world, even from home. (25:46) The virtual event space continues to evolve. Beth discusses how Wanderful's chapters and members around the world foster connections.

Episode Overview: The Unearth Women podcast celebrates travel through the stories of women. Nikki Vargas, Founding Editor of Unearth Women, chats with Caitlin Murray, founder of Purposeful Nomad, a tour company that curates ethical group trips. In this episode, they discuss building a community-driven business, the challenges of planning group trips from scratch, and what international travel might look like after COVID-19. Today's episode is adapted from an Instagram Live and edited by our Co-Founder, Elise Fitzsimmons. Liked today's episode? Please make sure to like, share, and subscribe. Social Media: Unearth Women: @unearthwomen Guest, Caitlin Murray: @purposefulnomad Host, Nikki Vargas: @niknakvargas IG Live to Podcast Producer, Elise Fitzsimmons: @elise_fitz Show Notes: (1:00) Caitlin discusses adapting to quarantine and how she has been navigating this unprecedented time. (5:30) Caitlin talks about the inspiration behind her ethical tour company. (7:19) Caitlin explores the logistics of starting a tour company, how she planned the first trip, and how to support people already doing wonderful things in their communities. (16:40) Caitlin discuss the challenges of having a tour business during COVID-19. (22:50) Caitlin reviews the existing trips she has coming up, as well as the extra precautions that need to be taken, and how she sees travel changing. (26:10) Caitlin talks about the future of travel. (30:28) Caitlin gives advice to women who want to start a tour company and travel the world.

Episode Overview: The Unearth Women podcast celebrates travel through the stories of women. Nikki Vargas, Founding Editor of Unearth Women, chats with Jessica Nabongo, the first black woman to visit every country on earth, all before the age of 35. They discuss racial diversity in the travel space, passport privilege, and lessons learned from Jessica's record-breaking trip. Today's episode is adapted from an Instagram Live and edited by our Co-Founder, Elise Fitzsimmons. Liked today's episode? Please make sure to like, share, and subscribe. Social Media: Unearth Women: @unearthwomen Guest, Jessica Nabongo: @thecatchmeifyoucan Host, Nikki Vargas: @niknakvargas IG Live to Podcast Producer, Elise Fitzsimmons: @elise_fitz Show Notes: (1:46) Jessica discusses living in Detroit and how she is coping with quarantine during COVID-19. (4:10) Inspired to see every country around the world before the age of 35, Jessica speaks about her record-breaking trip. (6:34) Hear the most surprising country Jessica visited during her travels. (8:20) Jessica discusses how to form genuine connections and make an impact when traveling. (11:40) Looking back on her around-the-world trip, Jessica discusses the challenges that she faced. (13:49) Jessica discusses passport privilege and why she travels using both her American and Ugandan passport. (19:50) Jessica talks candidly about the challenges of traveling as a black woman. (29:29) Jessica discusses ways in which she thinks brands can better be anti-racist and allies without being pandering. (35:20) Jessica discusses the importance of marketing in the travel space and how, despite the massive purchasing potential of black travelers, campaigns remain white-washed.

With all of us cooped up at home we asked travel writer and co-founder of Unearth Women, Nikki Vargas to join us for this super fun episode! Nikki's company Unearth Women supports women in the travel industry as well as female run businesses in general. With their amazing guides to lesser known - but amazing - women owned spots around the globe, you can support women and experience the magic only traveling the world can offer. Learn more about Nikki and Unearth Women here.  Sponsoring this show is NED that amazing full spectrum hemp oil we love so much. Use code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout to save save 15%. Be sure you connect with us in our FREE PRIVATE Facebook group where we're already hanging out with other amazing, like minded women like YOU! Join us! And we can't wait to see you all in person! Our spring retreat was postponed to fall which means you can still register! Get signed up for our retreat to be held in Chico, CA October 15-18, 2020 and you save $100 with code EARLYBIRD20 at checkout.

Episode Overview: The Unearth Women podcast celebrates travel through the stories of women. Nikki Vargas, Founding Editor of Unearth Women, catches up with Travel Channel host and journalist, Oneika Raymond. They discuss the changing landscape of travel content, how Oneika is navigating new motherhood amidst a pandemic, and the process of growing with your brand. Today's episode is adapted from an Instagram Live and edited by our Co-Founder, Elise Fitzsimmons. Liked today's episode? Please make sure to like, share, and subscribe. Social Media: Unearth Women: @unearthwomen Guest, Oneika Raymond: @oneikatraveller Host, Nikki Vargas: @niknakvargas Podcast Producer, Elise Fitzsimmons: @elise_fitz

Episode Overview: The Unearth Women podcast celebrates travel through the stories of women. Nikki Vargas, Founding Editor of Unearth Women, catches up with award-winning VICE Correspondent, Isobel Yeung. Isobel reported from Italy for VICE News, taking viewers to the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic in the epicenter of the Italy outbreak. During her reporting, Isobel visited an ICU to speak with healthcare workers, a funeral home to report on the human toll of the pandemic, as well as connects with local Italians about the realities of quarantine. Today's episode is adapted from an Instagram Live and edited by our Co-Founder, Elise Fitzsimmons. Liked today's episode? Please make sure to like, share, and subscribe. Social Media: Unearth Women: @unearthwomen Guest, Isobel Yeung: @izyeung Host, Nikki Vargas: @niknakvargas Podcast Producer, Elise Fitzsimmons: @elise_fitz

Episode Overview: The Unearth Women podcast celebrates travel through the stories of women. Nikki Vargas, Founding Editor of Unearth Women, speaks with Imani Bashir, a travel writer, author, and ex-pat who was living in Wuhan right before the Coronavirus began. What was meant to be a simple family vacation from her home in Wuhan, quickly turned into a multi-month journey of navigating a global pandemic, reuniting with her family, and figuring out what to do when you can't return home. Today's episode is adapted from an Instagram Live and edited by our Co-Founder, Elise Fitzsimmons. Liked today's episode? Please make sure to like, share, and subscribe. Social Media: Unearth Women: @unearthwomen Guest, Imani Bashir: @sheisimanib Host, Nikki Vargas: @niknakvargas Podcast Producer, Elise Fitzsimmons: @elise_fitz

Episode Overview: The Unearth Women podcast celebrates travel through the stories of women. Nikki Vargas, Founding Editor of Unearth Women, speaks with Rachel Rudwall, an Emmy-Nominated producer, host, and writer in the travel space. Together, the two discuss testing positive for COVID-19, the current state of the travel industry, and finding joy at home amidst quarantine. Today's episode is adapted from an Instagram Live and edited by our Co-Founder, Elise Fitzsimmons. Liked today's episode? Please make sure to like, share, and subscribe. Social Media: Unearth Women: @unearthwomen Guest, Rachel Rudwall: @rachelroams Host, Nikki Vargas: @niknakvargas Podcast Producer, Elise Fitzsimmons: @elise_fitz

Co-founded by lifelong friends Nikki Vargas and Elise Fitzsimmons, Unearth Women is a new magazine that champions women's travel experiences and spotlights women fighting for change around the world. You'll find everything from feminist city guides that highlight women-owned business and local women's history, to profiles of women to watch in the travel industry. In this episode, Elise and Nikki talk about why they started the magazine, the current state of the travel space for women, and what it takes to publish a magazine. They also provide resources for those wanting to delve deeper into feminist thought. Unearth Women is offering Nav.it podcast listeners a FREE year-long subscription to their magazine! Visit UnearthWomen.com/store and enter the code: FREEYEAR. What You'll Learn Why Nikki and Elise started the Unearth Women magazine The back story behind their lifelong friendship Why there's been a lack of women's voices and stories in travel writing and journalism What the response has been to the magazine The current shift in the travel space in regards to women's stories and experiences What it takes financially to publish a print magazine What's been the best part of the journey for both of them Suggestions for helping to bring more women's voices to the table Some suggested resources for feminist thought and readings (see list below) Information about their upcoming podcast, The F-Word Where to find Unearth Women Unearth Women The F-Word Podcast Resources The Feminist Book Club Everything's Trash, But It's OK by Phoebe Robinson Woman : An Intimate Geography by Natalie Angier We Should All be Feminists by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Bad Feminist by Roxanne Gaye White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo If you are enjoying the Nav.it podcast. please take a moment to rate, review and subscribe – we would appreciate it as it really helps us grow the show. Other comments, suggestions or other feedback? Find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter at @letsnavit. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app