Podcasts about ultimate journeys

“When we got into this, we didn’t know how to make videos. That’s a skill we’ve had to learn, because the industry has changed so much, from photos to videos. We are still learning all the time.” —Ann Howard In this episode of Deviate, Rolf, Mike, Ann and Kiki talk about they got started traveling as a couple, how they made it affordable, and how they made the transition into the world of content creation (2:15); how to navigate recording and sharing travel experiences that go wrong, including relationship dynamics (9:30); how to make travel “sustainable” in the personal and creative sense of the word (17:00); the advantages of having a “niche” as an influencer, and how sponsored travel works (24:30); and what makes travel influencers stand out from others, and the importance of learning new skills (34:00). Mike & Anne Howard are on The World's Longest Honeymoon, traveling for the last 13 years through 80 countries across all 7 continents. They have written and photographed a National Geographic book on couples adventure travel, Ultimate Journeys for Two, as well as the glamping guidebook, Comfortably Wild. Notable Links: The 10-Year Honeymoon (video) Glamping (upscale camping style) DMO (destination marketing organization) Brunei (country in SE Asia) Timor-Leste (country in SE Asia) How to Get Started Housesitting (article) Co-living (residential community living model) Michelin star (restaurant rating system) Favelas (impoverished neighborhoods in Brazil) World's Most Romantic & Sustainable Destinations (article) The Deviate theme music comes from the title track of Cedar Van Tassel's 2017 album Lumber. Note: We don't host a “comments” section, but we're happy to hear your questions and insights via email, at deviate@rolfpotts.com.

Subscriber-only episodeIntrospective Flow | Audio Only Yoga SeriesThe Introspective Flow Series is an audio-only yoga practice designed to facilitate introspection and create space to tune in to the subtle energies and responses of the body. This practice falls under the category of Pratyahara in Yoga philosophy, the 5th yogic limb, and translates into "withdrawal of what's taken in." Not to be confused with sensory numbing or dulling, sensory withdrawal means minimizing external stimuli to reverse the energy flow and focus on what's within. This is typically done by minimizing the use of senses to 1 or 2.  This helps us become more attuned to what's happening inside and absorbed with what's within so that what's outside of ourselves no longer distracts us. In these audio-only yoga flows, we practice sensory withdrawal while in movement, minimizing the sense of sight and tuning in to the sense of feeling and listening. We are feeling the physical sensations both within and on the outside of the body, and we are listening to the details of the cues. By decreasing the use of sight (watching and imitating), there is a natural tuning into the body, the space around the body, what feels good, and what the body is telling you to make intuitive adjustments and discoveries. You are invited to practice trusting your intuition, trusting what you are feeling in the moment, and releasing self-doubt, self-criticism, and judgment of right or wrong based on what you see vs. what you feel.You are taking a moment to notice yourself….Our being often tells us when we need sensory detoxing. Every time we use our DND setting, what our being is needing is a sensory break. Every time you desire to shut down all comm or disappear and retreat, this is your body begging for nervous system regulation. Subscribe to From Within +Subscribers will have access to bonus episodes and premium content. Click the link for more info. Subscribe to "Living In Rhythm" blog series,BlooLotus Virtual Meditation & Yoga Studio: Take some free classes, browse membership options and enjoy a 7-14 day free trial depending on your pick. Click the hyperlink to check the class schedule, on-demand videos and view pricing options.15% on Ayurvedic Herbs: I'm thrilled to announce an exciting affiliation with Kerala Ayurveda, a pioneer in the world of Ayurvedic wellness products. Click the hyperlink to browse their store and use promo code "TashiraP15" for 15% your first order! How to reach out:Email: Shi@bloolotus.comText: 602-661-3420Feel free to reach out with questions, episode topic requests and consultation requests!Online Meditation Coaching: pricing and options.Ultimate Journeys & Personalized Packages....

A 30-minute guided meditation using the pelvic breathing technique to deepen and elongate the breath and massage the vagus nerve. In this meditation, the metronome guides you into a rhythmic meditative breath flow and is paired with soft soothing sounds to nourish the nervous system. I guide you step by step through the soothing process of aligning your breath with the gentle movements of your body, beginning at the pelvic bowl and rising through to the chest. Accompanied by the steady rhythm of a metronome, we create a symphony of breath that deepens our connection to our innermost selves, inviting you to savor the wave of contentment and sharpened sensory perception. Take a moment to honor the sacred pause between each breath where inner stillness resides, ride the wave of the breath's smooth and unbroken flow, and experience the tranquility there.  Create an oasis of calm, simply with the breath.If you are new to Bhastrika or need a refresher:  Bhastrika How ToIf you are new to meditation and need guidance structuring a proper seat: Finding Your SeatEnjoy!Kerala Ayurvedic Herbs Use code "TashiraP15" for 15% off your first order!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showSubscribe to From Within +Subscribers will have access to bonus episodes and premium content. Click the link for more info. Subscribe to "Living In Rhythm" blog series,BlooLotus Virtual Meditation & Yoga Studio: Take some free classes, browse membership options and enjoy a 7-14 day free trial depending on your pick. Click the hyperlink to check the class schedule, on-demand videos and view pricing options.15% on Ayurvedic Herbs: I'm thrilled to announce an exciting affiliation with Kerala Ayurveda, a pioneer in the world of Ayurvedic wellness products. Click the hyperlink to browse their store and use promo code "TashiraP15" for 15% your first order! How to reach out:Email: Shi@bloolotus.comText: 602-661-3420Feel free to reach out with questions, episode topic requests and consultation requests!Online Meditation Coaching: pricing and options.Ultimate Journeys & Personalized Packages....

This season I've found myself wrapped in the warm embrace of introspection. This episode takes you through the heart of winter's call to align with Winter's rhythm, offering a sanctuary for our nervous system to rest, repair, and digest the complexities of life. I share deeply personal reflections and the wisdom of Ayurvedic and Hindu Balinese traditions, inviting you to slow down, invite introspection and listen to the subtle signs of healing within your own body.We touch upon the spiritual significance of nurturing our nervous system, key to unlocking the growth of our higher chakras and finding balance in our spiritual journey. Embracing the art of stillness through yoga nidra, breathwork, and other restorative practices, this episode is a guide to transforming the cold darker months into a period of profound self-care and mental health. As the conversation comes to a close, I can't help but feel immense gratitude for your companionship on this path of conscious living; your support fuels this exploration into a life more attuned with the world around us.So here is your Call To Action:There is one date left to register for the at-home Winter Silent Retreat, a sacred pause for the busy modern human! Deadline to register is 2/20/24 and your retreat day starts 3/6/2024, the 11th day after the full Moon.  You'll receive all you need before then! Click the hyperlink to register! Afterwards, you'll receive an email from me welcoming you and another link to complete your Ayurvedic intake so I can determine your Dosha profile, curate your box and recipes! Support the showSubscribe to From Within +Subscribers will have access to bonus episodes and premium content. Click the link for more info. Subscribe to "Living In Rhythm" blog series,BlooLotus Virtual Meditation & Yoga Studio: Take some free classes, browse membership options and enjoy a 7-14 day free trial depending on your pick. Click the hyperlink to check the class schedule, on-demand videos and view pricing options.15% on Ayurvedic Herbs: I'm thrilled to announce an exciting affiliation with Kerala Ayurveda, a pioneer in the world of Ayurvedic wellness products. Click the hyperlink to browse their store and use promo code "TashiraP15" for 15% your first order! How to reach out:Email: Shi@bloolotus.comText: 602-661-3420Feel free to reach out with questions, episode topic requests and consultation requests!Online Meditation Coaching: pricing and options.Ultimate Journeys & Personalized Packages....

As your guide on this insightful journey of "From Within," I'll let you in on a little secret; it's okay to be 'unavailable' sometimes. It's okay to prioritize self-care and reduce stress by stepping away from our incessantly connected life. I share my personal experience, highlighting the profound importance of valuing our time, setting boundaries, and coming to terms with losing a few connections in the process. It's all about finding that sweet spot between our goals, ambitions, and emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being.For this episode, we take a quick dive into the festive frenzy and talk about setting boundaries in relationships and prioritizing self-care. Because in the end, how can we give love and care to others if we don't look after ourselves first? As we navigate through this busy holiday season, and life in general, I earnestly encourage you to absorb what resonates with you from this episode. Remember, we are on this path of transformation together; recreating our external experiences by redesigning our internal landscapes, all from within. So, are you ready to embark on this enlightening and enriching journey with me?Support the showSubscribe to From Within +Subscribers will have access to bonus episodes and premium content. Click the link for more info. Subscribe to "Living In Rhythm" blog series,BlooLotus Virtual Meditation & Yoga Studio: Take some free classes, browse membership options and enjoy a 7-14 day free trial depending on your pick. Click the hyperlink to check the class schedule, on-demand videos and view pricing options.15% on Ayurvedic Herbs: I'm thrilled to announce an exciting affiliation with Kerala Ayurveda, a pioneer in the world of Ayurvedic wellness products. Click the hyperlink to browse their store and use promo code "TashiraP15" for 15% your first order! How to reach out:Email: Shi@bloolotus.comText: 602-661-3420Feel free to reach out with questions, episode topic requests and consultation requests!Online Meditation Coaching: pricing and options.Ultimate Journeys & Personalized Packages....

Xaereth and SoloBass15 record Gambit Podcast's 213th episode. Crazy week. Sorry for missing last week. TONS of stuff to discuss, including the release of Ultimate Journeys, Raid info, and Leia remaining dominant. So much stuff to discuss. Too much, probably. Podcast questions answered. So much madness. Madness!! Here are some links to help you on your way: The Gambit Discord Server Xaereth's Twitch Channel Solobass15's Twitch Channel Gambit Twitch Channel Xaereth's YouTube Channel Solobass15's YouTube Channel Gambit YouTube Channel

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In this thrilling episode of "The Vacay," Sophie Jackson is joined by a very special guest, Aly, one of Helloworld's Product Development Managers. The focus of their discussion is set on the captivating destination of Manitoba, Canada, as well as the exclusive experiences offered by "Ultimate Journeys by Viva Holidays". With a core mission of delivering bucket-list adventures and providing unique activities not typically accessible to solo travellers, "Ultimate Journeys by Viva Holidays" takes you on a remarkable journey through the wilderness. Prepare for the ultimate Canadian wildlife expedition as they unveil the wonders of Churchill and explore the Polar bear capital of the world. Tune in as they dive into the specifics of this extraordinary tour, promising a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that's bound to leave you awe-inspired. All that and more in this week's edition of ‘The Vacay Podcast' thanks to nib & helloworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to ‘The Vacay Podcast' with host Sophie Jackson. Join us for a unique episode of The Vacay featuring Aly, one of Helloworld's Product Development Managers. Sophie and Aly unveil the world of "Ultimate Journeys by Viva Holidays" in Australia, offering unique luxury experiences in iconic destinations. This small group tour experience by "Ultimate Journeys by Viva Holidays" ensures intimacy and exceptional activities not available to solo travellers. Expect the "Wow factor" with experiences like private desert dinners in Uluru, Rockstar adventures at Mona, and oyster shucking in Coffin Bay. If you crave luxury and adventure, this episode is your ticket to extraordinary Australian experiences. All that and more in this week's edition of ‘The Vacay Podcast' thanks to nib & helloworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Tristan and Hassan go on one last journey through Pallet Town to become the very best like no one ever was... NSFW EiFNiR Theme Music by DJ Dain eifnirpodcast@gmail.com Twitter

Adam discusses Part 2 of Pokemon Ultimate Journeys on Netflix. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beware-of-spoilers/support

Adam discusses the first part of Pokemon Ultimate Journeys on Netflix. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beware-of-spoilers/support

Welcome to today's episode of From Within, where we delve into the fascinating topic of one of the most common distractions encountered during meditation practice: Forgetting & Mind-wandering.In this brief episode, we will explore how this prevalent mental distraction, often encountered in the initial stages of meditation, can impact not only your inner state but also your external experiences. We will uncover how it tends to seep into your everyday life, distorting your perception and subtly influencing your decisions and actions.This episode ends with a 20-minute impactful mindfulness meditation exercise that will allow you to dive into the realm of your mind and cultivate a deeper understanding of its inherent tendencies. Take a ride in the seat of the observer. Find a comfortable position, close your eyes, and let us embark on this journey together....To begin your personalized journey into the depths of the mind, and discover the rewards of meditation & mindfulness simply text "Mind Dive" to 602-755-2652 to discuss your options and goals. You can also reach out via our website, browse plan options and read more info @ https://blooolotus.wixsite.com/changeyourmindDon't forget to support the show by clicking the Buy Me A Coffee link. All donations will be going towards my Fall Yoga Nidra & Meditation Teacher Intensive Training in Bali. Thank You For Your Support! And please subscribe, follow, and share as a way to support the show as well! Support the showSubscribe to From Within +Subscribers will have access to bonus episodes and premium content. Click the link for more info. Subscribe to "Living In Rhythm" blog series,BlooLotus Virtual Meditation & Yoga Studio: Take some free classes, browse membership options and enjoy a 7-14 day free trial depending on your pick. Click the hyperlink to check the class schedule, on-demand videos and view pricing options.15% on Ayurvedic Herbs: I'm thrilled to announce an exciting affiliation with Kerala Ayurveda, a pioneer in the world of Ayurvedic wellness products. Click the hyperlink to browse their store and use promo code "TashiraP15" for 15% your first order! How to reach out:Email: Shi@bloolotus.comText: 602-661-3420Feel free to reach out with questions, episode topic requests and consultation requests!Online Meditation Coaching: pricing and options.Ultimate Journeys & Personalized Packages....

Welcome to Travel Matters, recorded at TBEX Europe 2023 in Kalamata, Greece. In this one we have a conversation with the amazing couple, Mike and Anne Howard from HoneyTrek.com. They're two Americans that realized life is short; the world is big, and the value of travel too great to wait another day. So, when it came time for their honeymoon, they decided to sell their stuff and embark on a trip around the world. They left on January 22, 2012, and are on “The World's Longest Honeymoon” … 11 years and counting! Books:Check out their National Geographic book “Ultimate Journeys for Two” and their glamping book “Comfortably Wild”. Other links: Facebook: https://Facebook.com/HoneyTrek Twitter: https://Twitter.com/HoneyTrekInstagram: https://Instagram.com/HoneyTrekYouTube: https://YouTube.com/TheHoneyTrek TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@honeytrekPinterest: https://Pinterest.com/HoneyTrek  

Stay updated on the latest Pokémon news! We cover everything from the shocking $147K Pokémon merchandise heist to updates on Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, new Pokémon Unite characters, upcoming Pokémon Ultimate Journeys episodes, and a spotlight on Bulbasaur.

Hey Guys! A quick and short talk about making space to prioritize your health! In todays world, it's pretty hard! With the hustle and bustle, even more so with inflation depending on where you live, and the craziness of life it's not easy! Our health is more compromised than ever! It's getting worse, from labels we can't trust, to food produced in labs, to the contamination of our waters, to the poisoning of our animals, to the poor air quality, the fake news and fear based propaganda to even our seeds being tampered with. It may feel impossible to take control of your health and your life! It's an attack on all sides. Ayurvedically speaking, our Ahara is all compromised, meaning our food. And if you listen, journey and follow you know our food includes not just what we eat, but what we breathe, what we drink, what we hear and what we see!I'm here to tell you IT IS POSSIBLE! It's not easy. And it'll take a lifestyle and mindset make over tbh!!! I believe in it with all my being and if you do too, journey with me and let's do the work and figure it all out together. This season on From Within will focus on making space and BIG change. So stay tuned, because this season I may bring in some guests!We are Doing the “impossible”So in this episode, I give some tips and great first steps to make! IT WILL NOT BE EASY! So accept that first, and join me on the other side! I reference a particular blog in this episode, check that here Interested in starting? Not too late to start your holistic Spring cleanse & detox

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An audio to our latest blog post "Spring Ritual: Entering the Season of Rebirth & Growth".Featured Service: 28 Day Spring Renewal Cleanse & Detox which is a 28 day commitment! Like I said, you gotta do the work. Click the hyperlink to see what's all included! This is a seasonal package designed to help you create space in your life for rebirth & metamorphosis. Spring is the time for cleansing stagnant energy & old ways of thinking/behaviors to make space for change, and growth in your human & spiritual journey. This package helps to rid the body and mind of excess and heaviness, cleanse accumulated toxins from the previous season, make space in the body and mind to begin a new and evolved self care routine. Spring is full of fresh energy & momentum..the perfect time to start something new!Want to set up a free consult? You can do that here!For more on the topic check out "How Toxins Accumulate: Mind & Body" a quick read-2min.As always, I'll see ya'll on the other side! Please make sure to share with those who need it, like/follow to support the show and the mission, and comment to let us know if you like the content, if it's helped you, or even if you have struggles and concerns to vent about! ShiSupport the showSubscribe to From Within +Subscribers will have access to bonus episodes and premium content. Click the link for more info. Subscribe to "Living In Rhythm" blog series,BlooLotus Virtual Meditation & Yoga Studio: Take some free classes, browse membership options and enjoy a 7-14 day free trial depending on your pick. Click the hyperlink to check the class schedule, on-demand videos and view pricing options.15% on Ayurvedic Herbs: I'm thrilled to announce an exciting affiliation with Kerala Ayurveda, a pioneer in the world of Ayurvedic wellness products. Click the hyperlink to browse their store and use promo code "TashiraP15" for 15% your first order! How to reach out:Email: Shi@bloolotus.comText: 602-661-3420Feel free to reach out with questions, episode topic requests and consultation requests!Online Meditation Coaching: pricing and options.Ultimate Journeys & Personalized Packages....

POKEMON ULTIMATE JOURNEYS PART 2 REVIEW #pokemonultimatejourneys #pokemon link- https://youtu.be/0SYX_cs8Tgs HEY GUYS BACK AGAIN FOR ANOTHER VIDEO CHECK IT OUT. ANY AND ALL COPY RIGHTS AND ARTWORK BELONG TO THERE RESPECTFUL OWNERS LINKS DOWN BELOW http://gamsterindustries1.wixsite.com... https://twitter.com/Gamsterwolf92 https://www.facebook.com/Gamster92 https://www.instagram.com https://anchor.fm/gamster-world

When Americans Mike and Anne Howard set off on their honeymoon back on January 22 2012, they thought they'd spend a year travelling the globe. 11 years later and counting, they're still on the same honeymoon. They just kept on traveling and doing it the right way. They're focused on sustainable travel, destinations and modes of transport. Slow travel overland with as few flights, as possible to the environmentally conscious consumption. There are vegans who avoid plastic and drink only UV light-treated tap water, never bottled. They've lived out of a backpack for more than a decade. Along the way, they managed to shift their endless vacation into a profession and lifestyle. They write for magazines, run a popular blog named HoneyTrek, handle social media platforms and collaborate with tourism boards all over the world. They've also published a pair of books, including Comfortably Wild, an elegant coffee table book about glamping, and the National Geographic book, Ultimate Journeys for Two. They've been featured in major media from Los Angeles Times to Travel & Leisure. And they even do travel and glamping consulting for companies and individuals. One of their favourite destinations and one they're eager to return to is Slovenia. They visited it last September and fell in love with it. They traveled around with an electric vehicle and explored the alpine peaks, the Adriatic coast, wine country, historic villages, and the culinary scene. In the podcast, they unveil their favourites in Slovenia and when they first heard about it:"In 2016 or 17, Slovenia won the Green Destination Award, and it came on our radar because we've been focusing more on sustainable travel and pushing our audience, and ourselves, to think about the footprint we leave as travellers."How do you pack for a decade-long journey? What's the relationship secret of a couple who spend 24 hours a day together, 7 days a week, for more than 600 weeks running? Keep listening to find out."Obviously, life is different for us, maybe it's a little slower. Sometimes it's a little faster. But there's all sorts of crazy hacks."Feel Slovenia the Podcast is brought to you by the Slovenian Tourist Board and hosted by Dr Noah Charney.Sound Production: Urska Charney For more inspirational content, check out www.slovenia.info and our social media channels, including Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Pinterest, LinkedIn and Tripadvisor.

Alex, Richard, and Toonz talk about the first part of Pokémon Ultimate Journeys! While this series is pretty much over in Japan, the boys are still getting through the dub (for some reason). They get a bit more into the show and voice their thoughts: particularly on Ash vs Leon. Let us know what you think!

POKEMON ULTIMATE JOURNEYS THE SERIES REVIEW #pokemonjourneys #netflix link- https://youtu.be/DDfLH12GCqA HEY GUYS BACK AGAIN FOR ANOTHER VIDEO CHECK IT OUT. ANY AND ALL COPY RIGHTS AND ARTWORK BELONG TO THERE RESPECTFUL OWNERS LINKS DOWN BELOW http://gamsterindustries1.wixsite.com... https://twitter.com/Gamsterwolf92 https://www.facebook.com/Gamster92 https://www.instagram.com https://anchor.fm/gamster-world

Gotta Watch'em All Podcast Recording Date - 10/12/2022 Publish Date - 10/17/2022   Phew! It's been a while since we have released a Gotta Watch'em All Episode! Thanks for sticking around! In this episode we will get caught up with the latest in Anime news and releases as we work our way through the catalog!   We start off by working through the released Pokétoons, with “Wait For Me Magikarp” being up this week! We follow that watchalong with Episode 1 of Hisuian Snow: Onto The Icy Blue.    Before watching along with The Whistle Stop, we cover the latest from Netflix as we have The Arceus Chronicles Special and Ultimate Journeys providing the latest that the Anime has to offer!   Episode Blog - https://bit.ly/GWeA124Blog  Wait For Me Magikarp -https://bit.ly/GWeA124Magikarp Ultimate Journeys - https://bit.ly/GWeA124Netflix  Hisuian Snow: Onto The Icy Blue - https://bit.ly/GWeA124HisuanSnow  The Arceus Chronicles - https://bit.ly/GWeA124Arceus  The Whistle Stop - https://bit.ly/GWeA124ANime  Support the show by shopping at TCGPlayer.com using this link - https://bit.ly/TCGPlayerAffiliate    Pokémon Professor Network Merch Store - https://bit.ly/PPNMerchStore     GottaWatchemAll@PokemonProfessor.com  Voicemail, Text, and Picture Line - 732-835-8639 http://pokemonprofessor.com https://www.gottawatchemall.com  http://bit.ly/PokeProfNetPatreon  http://bit.ly/PokeProfNetFacebook  http://bit.ly/PokeProfNetTwitter  http://bit.ly/PokeProfNetYouTube  http://bit.ly/PokeProfNetInstagram  http://bit.ly/LuredUpTumblr  http://bit.ly/GWeAApplePodcasts  http://bit.ly/GWeASpotify  http://bit.ly/GWeAStitcher  http://bit.ly/GWeAGooglePodcasts  http://bit.ly/GWeAIHeartRadio  https://bit.ly/GWeAPodchaser  Show music provided by GameChops and licensed through Creative Commons   ▾ FOLLOW GAMECHOPS ▾ http://instagram.com/GameChops http://twitter.com/GameChops http://soundcloud.com/GameChops http://facebook.com/GameChops http://youtube.com/GameChops http://www.gamechops.com   Intro Music Malie City Grimecraft and Wishlyst GameChops - Ultraball http://gamechops.com/ultraball/  http://soundcloud.com/Grimecraft http://soundcloud.com/wishlyst Break Music Route 3 Mikel and GameChops GameChops - Poké and Chill http://smarturl.it/pokechill https://twitter.com/mikel_beats   Outro Music Elite Four CG5 Trap Remix ft. The Great Dolvondo GameChops - Alola http://smarturl.it/cg5alola http://soundcloud.com/cg5-beats https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClzwNL0eoWrZONZr1W4ozKw   Hosts Ken Pescatore Adam Tuttle   Writer and Producer Ken Pescatore   Executive Producer Paul Thompson   Pokémon And All Respective Names are Trademark and © of Nintendo 1996-2021Pokémon GO is Trademark and © of Niantic, Inc.Gotta Watch'em All and Pokémon Professor are not affiliated with Niantic Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak or Nintendo.   #pokemon #pokemongo #podcast

I know, I know, like who releases episodes on this type of schedule?! Just know it's always worth the wait, usually I am aligning and ensuring the best intentions in between recordings. I take this kinda seriously, and I care a lot about what's needed out there! I go through the creative process of this is great to this sucks all the time! Working on it...THIS EPISODE is introducing to you all my infamous and most loved service...Yoga Nidra + Theta Sound Bath! This is a grounding practice good for relaxation, an overactive mind, stress, anxiety and even insomnia. Prepare to be soothed with sound and caressed with breath! This is for You!All sounds played using my sound healing instruments, and strategically implemented! Use headphones for the ultimate experience.Make sure your environment is interruption free, phone on DND, etcAnd take the next 40 minutes for your self care!Enjoy & See ya'll on the other side!!!Please rate, review, follow,  and all that good stuff! I would love to hear your feedback, experience with this session and whatever else you would like to share! Don't be shy! Hit me up and let's chat about whatever is on your mind, any insights or messages from your session or whatever else! Find me on Instagram and send a message! It would light up my day to hear from my listeners! Check out our private services here! We offer services locally (AZ) and remotely!! Support the showSubscribe to From Within +Subscribers will have access to bonus episodes and premium content. Click the link for more info. Subscribe to "Living In Rhythm" blog series,BlooLotus Virtual Meditation & Yoga Studio: Take some free classes, browse membership options and enjoy a 7-14 day free trial depending on your pick. Click the hyperlink to check the class schedule, on-demand videos and view pricing options.15% on Ayurvedic Herbs: I'm thrilled to announce an exciting affiliation with Kerala Ayurveda, a pioneer in the world of Ayurvedic wellness products. Click the hyperlink to browse their store and use promo code "TashiraP15" for 15% your first order! How to reach out:Email: Shi@bloolotus.comText: 602-661-3420Feel free to reach out with questions, episode topic requests and consultation requests!Online Meditation Coaching: pricing and options.Ultimate Journeys & Personalized Packages....

Greetings Journey-ing Souls! On this episode, we distinguish between a path guided by the mind vs one guided by the heart! We have lived most of our lives making life decisions with our mind, ignoring our heart! And it's time for a change! Don't you think? Tune in to dive a little deeper!Seasonal Offering: Rest & Reflect Winter Self Care Package- 4 WeeksWe are offering this one on one, customized winter wellness package until end of March/2022! This is a Yoga Nidra based healing package, designed to manage, prevent and treat common seasonal physical and mental imbalances such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, falling sick often, decreased energy, poor digestion and dry skin. This program is designed to guide you in creating time and space for deep rest and relaxation, no matter how busy you think you may be! Click the link for more info and to schedule your free consultation to discuss this experience in detail!Don't forget to listen to the Yoga Nidra Fall to Winter episode (ep.7) at least weekly to keep a calm mind, and make space for deep rest in your weekly routine. This is available to you, so make sure to use it!WE ARE HOSTING OUR WINTER PEACE OF MIND GIVEAWAYWinner Gets:1. $100 towards any private service, package or program.2. FREE access to the SELF GUIDED 6 week Yoga Nidra program to be released late Feb!3. FREE 30 minute private yoga intro session either remotely or in person!!!!HOW TO ENTER:1. Follow me on IG and DM me "following"2. Like the Peace Of Mind giveaway post on IG, tag ONE friend to join you and share the post 3. Download our app and become a member of the BL tribe  for FREE! Once joined you will receive a 15% off any service promo code via email (make sure to check your spam to confirm your free subscription and receive your promo code). Once you are a member, send me a message in the app via chat saying "giveaway"4. Turn on notifications for the show, Support the showSubscribe to From Within +Subscribers will have access to bonus episodes and premium content. Click the link for more info. Subscribe to "Living In Rhythm" blog series,BlooLotus Virtual Meditation & Yoga Studio: Take some free classes, browse membership options and enjoy a 7-14 day free trial depending on your pick. Click the hyperlink to check the class schedule, on-demand videos and view pricing options.15% on Ayurvedic Herbs: I'm thrilled to announce an exciting affiliation with Kerala Ayurveda, a pioneer in the world of Ayurvedic wellness products. Click the hyperlink to browse their store and use promo code "TashiraP15" for 15% your first order! How to reach out:Email: Shi@bloolotus.comText: 602-661-3420Feel free to reach out with questions, episode topic requests and consultation requests!Online Meditation Coaching: pricing and options.Ultimate Journeys & Personalized Packages....

Welcome to episode 7 and I know it's been a minute! Know the wait is always worth it! This episode is so far one of my favorites! I even teared up during recording! Here in this episode:• I share a dream and it's interpretation: A reflection…literally •We go in depth about reflection and surrender •I offer 3 questions to spark your own reflections within for introspection & reprogramming where needed •We end with a  yoga Nidra session to helpYou relax, release and shift beautifully into the season of rest and reflection!

Namaste journey souls (and welcome back)!In this episode I decided to break down the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner  that our illnesses are expressed in our genetic makeup and our life path is revealed through the realization and healing of this obstacle in the form of illness! Tune into to this episode while you do your chores, commute or just chillin and gain some new perspective on illness, disease and destruction.Buy the book: Disease, Karma, and Healing: Spiritual-Scientific Enquiries into the Nature of the Human BeingPlease make sure to rate and review after listening, leave your mark and let me know you were here, show some support and help "From Within" get recognized and seen!!Follow me on IGFollow me on FBSTART YOUR VEDIC HEALING JOURNEY TODAY! Go here for info on Vedic healing programs and to schedule your free consult and receive 20% off program of choice if sign up by 11/30/2021.Support the showSubscribe to From Within +Subscribers will have access to bonus episodes and premium content. Click the link for more info. Subscribe to "Living In Rhythm" blog series,BlooLotus Virtual Meditation & Yoga Studio: Take some free classes, browse membership options and enjoy a 7-14 day free trial depending on your pick. Click the hyperlink to check the class schedule, on-demand videos and view pricing options.15% on Ayurvedic Herbs: I'm thrilled to announce an exciting affiliation with Kerala Ayurveda, a pioneer in the world of Ayurvedic wellness products. Click the hyperlink to browse their store and use promo code "TashiraP15" for 15% your first order! How to reach out:Email: Shi@bloolotus.comText: 602-661-3420Feel free to reach out with questions, episode topic requests and consultation requests!Online Meditation Coaching: pricing and options.Ultimate Journeys & Personalized Packages....

I've decided this to be the theme of the day, which turned into the theme for the season for me- A C C E P T A N C E!In this episode we discuss what it means to operate from a state of acceptance and discuss a little about the level of mindfulness needed to cultivate acceptance within, or at least begin practicing to. I challenge you, do you accept? Listen in for more...And yes, this is a Yoga Nidra session, so get ready for a deep ̐relaxation practice, see chapter marker if you wanna jump right to it. ☾ Yoga Nidra begins ➪ 32:46

In this episode I talk about the great benefits of cleansing and detoxing the Ayurvedic way, in my experience and also based on client testimonials. I briefly talk about why I personally choose to cleanse to shed light on how one would know when it's a good time. Seasonal cleansing and detoxing is a typical Ayurvedic ritual, cleansing during the shift from summer to fall and from winter to spring. I break down the different forms of "food" to the body and discuss how we can feed each of the 5 senses. We also briefly discuss the 5 layers of the soul and how the Ayurvedic cleanse addresses each layer. Ways to find out your Dosha:www.banyanbotanicals.com offers awesome free Dosha quizzes, find out yours today so you can be up to speed when listening to future episodes. If you would like to start your own customized Ayurvedic Cleanse journey, just head to my site and type FROMWITHIN4444 for a special discount only my listeners have access to ;) with no expiration date on the deal! Nothin but love! I appreciate you tuning in....Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe for notificationsFollow me on IGFollow me on FBVisit my website to browse services or schedule a free connection call to discuss your health and wellness goals and needs. Support the showSubscribe to From Within +Subscribers will have access to bonus episodes and premium content. Click the link for more info. Subscribe to "Living In Rhythm" blog series,BlooLotus Virtual Meditation & Yoga Studio: Take some free classes, browse membership options and enjoy a 7-14 day free trial depending on your pick. Click the hyperlink to check the class schedule, on-demand videos and view pricing options.15% on Ayurvedic Herbs: I'm thrilled to announce an exciting affiliation with Kerala Ayurveda, a pioneer in the world of Ayurvedic wellness products. Click the hyperlink to browse their store and use promo code "TashiraP15" for 15% your first order! How to reach out:Email: Shi@bloolotus.comText: 602-661-3420Feel free to reach out with questions, episode topic requests and consultation requests!Online Meditation Coaching: pricing and options.Ultimate Journeys & Personalized Packages....

For this episode make sure you are able to go somewhere quiet where you will be undisturbed! This is a Yoga Nidra session dedicated to the shift from the season of action (Summer) to the season of letting go

In this episode, I discuss the 9 obstacles to a grounded and solid mediation practice from The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, a blueprint of sorts for Yogis and spiritual aspirants. A meditation practice alone won't help you reach your health goals, it is to be paired with the philosophy of Yoga and Ayurvedic living. This is a great episode to listen to if you are currently struggling in your meditation journey and can't figure out why, or if you are contemplating on beginning a meditation journey. Knowing these obstacles and how to manage them will help you establish the proper environment (body, mind, etc) that will support a mediation journey. There is way more to it than just sitting down and focusing on breath, your day to day activities, habits and diet play major roles in your spiritual journey and quality of meditation.Contemplation offered at the end, please feel free to reach out and share discoveries or ask for assistance and guidance along your journey! Here are some ways to get in touch and please don't forget to comment, rate and review!!!IG@ BlooLotus_VedaYogaFB @ Tashira Mone'Website: www.bloolotus.comUpcoming BlooLotus Events & Offerings:Fall Equinox Cleanse & DetoxThe Healing Cocoon RetreatSupport the showSubscribe to From Within +Subscribers will have access to bonus episodes and premium content. Click the link for more info. Subscribe to "Living In Rhythm" blog series,BlooLotus Virtual Meditation & Yoga Studio: Take some free classes, browse membership options and enjoy a 7-14 day free trial depending on your pick. Click the hyperlink to check the class schedule, on-demand videos and view pricing options.15% on Ayurvedic Herbs: I'm thrilled to announce an exciting affiliation with Kerala Ayurveda, a pioneer in the world of Ayurvedic wellness products. Click the hyperlink to browse their store and use promo code "TashiraP15" for 15% your first order! How to reach out:Email: Shi@bloolotus.comText: 602-661-3420Feel free to reach out with questions, episode topic requests and consultation requests!Online Meditation Coaching: pricing and options.Ultimate Journeys & Personalized Packages....

Let's start this journey off with a deep dive shall we! Tune in to the FIRST episode of "From Within",  and join me on the other side where we look at things differently, process differently and think differently. This episode offers a light introduction into the ancient art of Yoga Nidra, The Sleep of The Sages aka Psychic Sleep or Yogic Sleep.  Come find out what it is, why it's so vital to your overall health and well-being and EXPERIENCE a session as well! Yep, that's what we do here, that's what you can come HERE for...to REST...to TRANSCEND...to be RELEASED...to BREATH...Here's where you can follow me and check out what BlooLotus Healing & Yoga is all about:IG@ BlooLotus_VedaYogaFB @ Tashira Mone'Website: www.bloolotus.comPlease don't forget to comment, share, follow, and all those things to help my podcast and BlooLotus grow!Support the showSubscribe to From Within +Subscribers will have access to bonus episodes and premium content. Click the link for more info. Subscribe to "Living In Rhythm" blog series,BlooLotus Virtual Meditation & Yoga Studio: Take some free classes, browse membership options and enjoy a 7-14 day free trial depending on your pick. Click the hyperlink to check the class schedule, on-demand videos and view pricing options.15% on Ayurvedic Herbs: I'm thrilled to announce an exciting affiliation with Kerala Ayurveda, a pioneer in the world of Ayurvedic wellness products. Click the hyperlink to browse their store and use promo code "TashiraP15" for 15% your first order! How to reach out:Email: Shi@bloolotus.comText: 602-661-3420Feel free to reach out with questions, episode topic requests and consultation requests!Online Meditation Coaching: pricing and options.Ultimate Journeys & Personalized Packages....

This week we tackle on of this year's most popular road trips -- the Grand Circle road trip in the Southwest USA. And we have the perfect guest! Anne Howard from Honeytrek shares her insights and tips after having spent weeks in this region over multiple trips. About Anne Howard Anne is the co-founder of the couples adventure travel blog HoneyTrek and co-author of the books Comfortably Wild: The Best Glamping Destinations in North America and National Geographic's Ultimate Journeys for Two. Since 2012, Anne and her husband Mike have been traveling full-time across the seven continents and have road tripped from Baja to The Arctic Circle and 50 US States in between. Mike & Anne Howard left on their honeymoon in January 2012...and never came home. They created HoneyTrek.com to chronicle their journey across all seven continents and help people mobilize their travel dreams. Their story of the World's Longest Honeymoon, savvy tips, and blog have been featured in hundreds of international media outlets—from USA Today to Lonely Planet. Firm believers that love and travel make the world a better place, they authored Ultimate Journeys for Two—National Geographic's bestselling couples travel guide. To write their newest book, Comfortably Wild, they bought a vintage RV (aka Buddy the Camper) and traveled 73,000 miles across 9 countries to find the best glamping experiences in North America. Along the way, they fell in love with RVing and have made Buddy their full-time adventure mobile. They've taken their 1985 Toyota Sunrader from the tip of Baja Mexico to the Arctic Circle of Canada and 50 US states in between. As full-time nomads and travel journalists, the Howards are always on the hunt for off-the-track destinations, uncommon adventures, and the human stories that make each place so special. Follow their adventures at www.HoneyTrek.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. You can also see a gallery of photos from their Grand Circle Road Trip on Facebook. Tips for Planning a Grand Circle Road Trip The Grand Circle road trip is the loop of national parks and monuments in the Southwest including the Zion, Bryce, Capitol Reef, Canyonlands, Arches, the Grand Canyon and many other national monuments, tribal lands, and state parks along the way. Trying to hit the six big National Parks, you need at least two weeks to adequately cover the Grand Circle road trip. You want to leave time to stop at roadside shops, restaurants, photo opportunities, etc along the way. Utah has such amazing landscapes but also has many dinosaur fossils. To start the road trip, fly into Las Vegas. Sometimes camping or RVing in the parks sounds ideal, but it can get hard to find campsites in the national parks so sometimes staying in hotels or other lodging can actually be better. Keep in mind that big RVs aren't able to go in some areas of the national parks and driving a large RV on the small roads or fitting into parking lots can be a big challenge. If you are renting an RV to do the Grand Circle road trip, stick to an RV that is 27' or smaller. The ideal size is probably 22 feet. From Las Vegas, it is only a three hour drive to Zion National Park (versus four hours from Phoenix to the Grand Canyon.) From Zion you will go to Bryce along Highway 12, which is a gorgeous scenic drive. You will also pass by Escalante National Monument, which is massive and you want to leave some time to explore. You will then go to Capitol Reef, then Arches National Park, before heading down to the Grand Canyon. Don't just follow Google Maps, which will just route you the fastest way. After Canyonlands, leave time to go to Bears Ears National Monument, which is underrated but is a sacred destination for various Native American nations and you will have an opportunity to see cliff dwellings and petroglyphs and it is not crowded at all. You will also want to leave time on your trip down to the Grand Canyon to swing through Monument Valley and the Navajo nation's lands and tribal parks. Just 15 minutes or so away from Monument Valley is Goosenecks State Park. It has a double loop in the river, which is a much better photo opportunity than the popular Horseshoe Bend and it is inexpensive and not crowded. It is a true hidden gem! Beyond the national parks, look for other types of public lands -- national forests, Bureau of Land Management land, etc. To find public lands and campsites, you can use iOverlander and UCPublic CG Ultimate Campgrounds app. But please leave reviews and share useful information to grow these communities. Don't miss hiking the slot canyons of Spooky and Peekaboo Canyons in Escalante National Monument. It is a tough road to get there and one is a more technical hike, but doable for kids and well worth the effort. They can get very narrow at points, sometimes no wider than a foot. A more family friendly hike between Bryce and Escalante is Willis Creek Slot canyon. Keep in mind that this could be icy in the winter. This is also much easier to get to. Escalante Yurts is a great spot to glamp when you are in this area. Make sure you hike a slot canyon while in Utah. You can also plan other adventures, like canyoneering in Orderville Slot Canyon near Zion or off-roading in Moab, where there is some of the best off-roading in the world, or do a scenic flight over Canyonland and Arches. Bryce also has astronomy rangers and you can do full moon hikes twice a month. Some big adventures need permits, such as hiking the Narrows. Try to do the national parks midweek and state parks on the weekend to try to avoid some crowds. This can also be a good winter road trip when it isn't as crowded and it can be beautiful in the snow, but not everything may be available. Spring is another great time because there is more water running, more flowers, and it isn't as hot as summer. These areas are warmer during the day and can get colder at night, so be prepared. In Arches, if you can't do the whole park because you are pressed for time, make sure you hike Devil's Garden with the largest concentration of arches. Zion isn't that large and doesn't take too long to do. Canyonlands is huge, and there are also two separate entrances, which makes it almost like two separate parks. The Island in the Sky in the north end near Moab is actually hours aways from the Needle section. The Needle section is actually less traveled and very lovely. Make sure you spend time understanding the Native American history for all of these places. When you are traveling in the Needles section of Canyonlands, Newspaper Rock is a quick stop but it has two thousand years of history in petroglyphs. (Note: this was recently horribly and thoughtlessly defaced.) The Butler Wash Ruins in Bears Ears is another great place to see amazing cliff dwellings from the 1200s (similar to Mesa Verde in Colorado.) Glamping is a great way to experience the outdoors and this area including Under Canvas, which is usually just outside of the national parks, and Wunder Camp, which has a series of camps near national parks but at a lower price point. Be sure to buy Anne's book, Comfortably Wild: The Best Glamping Destinations in North America , for more glamping suggestions. If you need to skip something, you can miss the full 18-mile scenic drive in Bryce as the best parts are at the beginning and it is an out and back drive and not a loop. Be careful about hiking down the Grand Canyon as you have to hike back up and it is a tough hike and plan accordingly with time, water, and energy. This is a good trip to buy a National Parks Pass. It would also be useful to buy the Secrets to the National Parks and Scenic Highways and Byways books for the trip. Anne also covers a lot of the southwest, including Moab and a southwest road trip section, in her book Ultimate Journeys for Two. When visiting this area, make sure you pack a good wide brim sunhat to block the strong sun and layers to deal with the changing temperatures. Anne recommends Asolo hiking boots for women and men, as well as Kyodan leggings with pockets. Full Episode Transcript [00:00:00.060] - Kim Tate Stay tuned, because today we're circling around the southwest.   [00:00:16.090] - Announcer Welcome to Vacation Mavens. A family travel podcast with ideas for your next vacation and tips to get you out the door. Here are your hosts, Kim from Stuffed Suitcase and Tamara from We3Travel.   [00:00:31.000] - Tamara Gruber Hey, Kim, I've missed talking to you.   [00:00:33.580] - Kim Tate I know it's crazy. I feel like we just got done saying, like, we're back and now we are. We had another break.   [00:00:39.430] - Tamara Gruber So it's you know, we've gone to these every other week episodes for a while because we weren't traveling. And now I think we're going to start traveling, which makes it hard find time to record. But in the meantime, we've gotten some feedback from our listeners. And I thought we should maybe take a little bit of time before our interview today just to share a little bit of the feedback, because I always love it when our listeners come back with some advice and some recommendations of their own.   [00:01:08.060] - Tamara Gruber So I thought it would be great to share.   [00:01:09.700] - Kim Tate Yeah, definitely. I love knowing that people are actually listening to us because I really like you and I just love talking to each other and it's kind of fun. But to actually know that people actually care and like us, it's awesome.   [00:01:21.400] - Tamara Gruber I know we say it all the time, but we really, really do get a big smile on our face every time we get, you know, one of these kind of comments or emails or messages. And it just, you know, definitely makes us happy to know we aren't just talking into the void. But I wanted to share about our episode, probably a month or two now ago, we talked about some of our favorite hotels in Florida with Joella.   [00:01:43.330] - Tamara Gruber And I got a message from David and Karen from family boarding pass, and they had some to recommend also. So I thought I would share those because I feel like it is prime vacation planning time right now. And I know that hotels, especially in Florida, getting really booked up. So they had recommended the Pink Shell Hotel, which is in Fort Myers Beach and also the Hilton in Clearwater. And there's lots to do around there. You can walk to beach locations and they also have additional activities like kayaks and bike rentals.   [00:02:12.610] - Tamara Gruber And I know that they gave one other recommendation for old Key West, but unfortunately, that part of the message got cut off. And so, you know, thanks, guys, for sending that in. I always love finding new hotels that people that are like me have tried and liked. So check those out if you're looking for a stay on the west coast of Florida, the summer.   [00:02:32.860] - Kim Tate Yeah, I definitely feel like hotels are kind of people seem to be really into resort vacations right now, and I think it's just they're starting to get ready to branch out a little more. But organizing tours and with some things being closed down, hotels are definitely getting some good travel. I am going to share something because speaking of hotels, we recently had Episode one eight five and we talked to Nate from Room Steals and we actually had a listener, pint sized mommy who left us a message on our Instagram post about it, saying that she used her Room Steals to book a hotel and she saved four hundred and forty five dollars.   [00:03:08.980] - Kim Tate And so she thanked us for that episode. And I think that's cool like we were talking about. It's fun to know that we're actually helping our listeners, too.   [00:03:16.360] - Tamara Gruber So it's a reminder to go back and use that too because, you know, I, of course, like added the extension and then said, I'm not always using chrome. A lot of times I do my searches either on my phone or in Safari. And so I need to go back and try to use that because I am trying to book some things, you know, in the next couple of weeks. So maybe I can get a deal, too, because.   [00:03:36.850] - Tamara Gruber Yeah, Elisa, that's amazing. I mean, 440 dollars. That's that's substantial.   [00:03:42.400] - Kim Tate Yeah, it is. And you know, one of the cool things, you know, we had originally when we were talking to Nate, I wondered about if it defaults to a specific room taken, families might be stuck. But I actually tried it out myself when I was looking at some hotels for a trip that we're planning coming up. And you can actually click through and then you can see different room types and the pricing that they found for those different room types.   [00:04:03.220] - Kim Tate Even so, it's not like you're just buying one room or one price and you just get stuck with whatever room. So they still have the ability to choose a specific room, which was cool. But just so everyone knows, it only works on like aggregator sites like Expedia and stuff like that. It doesn't work if you just go to like Marriott Dotcom. So the idea is that it's it uses those aggregate bulk pricing sites.   [00:04:27.730] - Tamara Gruber Interesting. Yeah, it's good to know. Yeah. And I also wanted to give a shout out to Patty from following the magic on Instagram. She has been a follower for a bit and she gave us some feedback that she really loved the episode that we were talking about my road trip because remember how I went on and on and I felt like it was so long. And so she was like, no, no, I love listening to you guys, you know, share about your travels.   [00:04:48.310] - Tamara Gruber And so I just want to say thank you. I definitely appreciate that. And I know that those always tend to get a little bit even higher downloads than some of the other episodes. And so we are traveling again. And so you'll hear more of those coming up. But that Patti, thanks for that feedback.   [00:05:04.420] - Kim Tate Yeah, we loved hearing that. And it's so funny to actually have her message that because it made Tamara and I both look and we're like, yeah, when you look at download numbers, which with podcasting, you don't get a lot of statistics, but you can definitely see download numbers and then listening time and Tamara and I have both have noticed that you guys seem to like when it's just us rambling on like nonsense. So that's good to know. But we also wanted to take a moment to reach out to you guys and tell you that we're thinking about doing a mailbag episode.   [00:05:33.520] - Kim Tate And if you're a podcast, avid podcast listener, you probably have heard of this where the episode will just be filled with questions from our, you know, listeners. If you guys have a question about maybe you're planning a trip, you need advice, maybe you want Tamara and I to look at a specific destination and help you pick a hotel, maybe you need help with an itinerary or destination ideas, any of that. We would love to hear from you and help you do some travel planning or give you some travel tips.   [00:06:00.160] - Kim Tate So if you have any thoughts or questions for us, send us an email at podcast@VacationMavens.com, or you can always reach out to us on social media @stuffedsuitcase or @we3travel or even @vacationmavens and send us a message. So just let us know and we would love to hear from you and be able to do an episode all about our, you know, our listeners questions.   [00:06:23.860] - Tamara Gruber Yeah. And if we don't have the answer, we may know someone that does or will read it in. One of our listeners may tune in for the next episode to try to give us some answers. So it's the great thing about the community. But in the meantime, we're going to be talking about a really popular road trip. I feel like especially this year, I feel like everyone that I know seems to be planning a trip out here. But a lot of our listeners have also asked for an episode for us to talk about the grand circle through a lot of the Southwest, the Utah parks and some of Arizona.   [00:06:54.190] - Tamara Gruber So we're going to be chatting with Anne Howard, who has spent so much time in this area. And this was an interview that I absolutely loved because she just had so many great tips to share. So definitely stay tuned.   [00:07:05.770] - Kim Tate Yeah, we already love Anne and her enthusiasm about this subject will come through in this episode. So I hope you guys enjoy.   [00:07:21.840] - Tamara Gruber So this week, we're here with Anne Howard and is the co-founder of the couples adventure travel blog, Honey Trek, and also the coauthor of books Comfortably Wild The Best Glamping Destinations in North America and National Geographic's Ultimate Journeys for Two. Since 2012, Anne her husband, Mike, has been traveling full time across the seven continents and have a road trip from Baja to the Arctic Circle and 50 United States in between. So Anne, you've been everywhere. Where are you right now?   [00:07:48.870] - Anne Howard We are in San Miguel de Allende Mexico.   [00:07:51.660] - Tamara Gruber Oh, I've heard such good things about that area.   [00:07:54.170] - Anne Howard Yeah, it's always hard to leave. The camper waits and long term storage somewhere randomly outside of Sacramento, but I'm sure it'll be fine because you got to mix up your adventures domestically, internationally. So we'll be back to the camper in about two months.   [00:08:07.500] - Tamara Gruber Yeah. What is the campers name, Buddy?   [00:08:09.450] - Anne Howard His name is Buddy. Yeah, buddy. The camper. Good old buddy.   [00:08:13.980] - Tamara Gruber Well, you took our you took Buddy on a big road trip. I mean, you've taken Buddy on many, many road trips. But one that I know a lot of our listeners have been asking about is the grand circle road trip is kind of a I'm not exactly sure where and when it got that name, but I've been hearing it kind of pop up in all kinds of chat groups and Facebook groups and things. It seems to be on everybody's radar this year.   [00:08:36.690] - Tamara Gruber So I was hoping maybe you could tell us a little bit about what exactly is a grand circle type of Southwest road trip? What does it include?   [00:08:45.570] - Anne Howard Yeah, the grand circle. I mean, conveniently, many of the most amazing national parks of the Southwest are in a sort of natural loop. Zion, Bryce Canyon lands arches and the Grand Canyon all connect. But what makes it even grander is that there are many national monuments, state parks, Navajo tribal parks that that actually follow this route as well. So it's as grand as you want it to be. And in reality, we've actually done it over the course of two years, really many years.   [00:09:20.340] - Anne Howard We've done many of these parks many times. And then a certain point we're like, wait a second, we just did the Grand Circle Road trip. And because it doesn't need to follow such a linear path, but in its classic sense, it's hitting those big five national parks. But we really encourage people to take as long as they can. And rather than really rush and think about it is like a bucket list thing, like I must do it all in one loop.   [00:09:43.500] - Anne Howard It might be two different trips for you. And that's OK. I'd actually prefer people break it up into two trips because I'd hate to see race by all these other fabulous things just to have it be a check on your bucket list.   [00:09:57.110] - Kim Tate Yeah, totally, I know we talked to I can't remember who our guest was, I want to say, Alison, it was perhaps a while back like it was one of our first episodes. So we'll have to link in the show notes to that episode. But she had mentioned, like, how amazing many of the Utah state parks are and that they can have a lot less of the crowds and offer some of the same amazing scenery. So I agree with what you're saying.   [00:10:19.920] - Kim Tate Like this type of thing isn't maybe to be rushed through and split it up a little and decide, you know, take it in parts maybe. But it is a lot of ground. Yeah, definitely. It's a lot of ground to cover.   [00:10:37.550] - Anne Howard I missed one. So it's Zion, Bryce Capital, Reef, Canyonlands, Arches and Grand Canyon. So six are technically on there. But like I said, there's so many more wonderful national mountains, the state parks along the way.   [00:10:48.710] - Kim Tate Yeah, of course. I think Grand Canyon throwing it in there throws off the big five. That is Utah's big thing. Yeah, it is. It really is. All you tell you.   [00:10:56.150] - Kim Tate Yeah. So do you think how many days, you know, if they are going to try and do it as the grand circle, you know, how many days do you think they. I'm I'm sure you guys are going to say two months, but somebody is going to try and do it with a standard vacation allotment. How many days do you think they need to adequately make the grand circle trip?   [00:11:15.110] - Anne Howard I would say really two week minimum if you could. But every anything is possible, right? You could do all the parts and just, you know, one day I think it's nicer to be at them two days each. There are some sometimes was more significant travel days. You have to realize you're not going to do all of Zion one day and then all of the other because you're going to be you need to actually get between those places, those you happen to be closer than the others, but it's hard to get from Canyonlands to Grand Canyon.   [00:11:43.640] - Anne Howard So that's you have to buffer in a little bit of extra time. And you just you know, that is always the serendipity of a road trip, is you never know what you're going to find along the way so that having those those stops and when you see them incredible photo stop, a fun rock shop, a neat roadside restaurant, you don't want to squander those things.   [00:12:00.590] - Kim Tate Mm hmm. Yeah. There's nothing worse than being on a road trip. And, you know, like because I've experienced this, unfortunately, where you're like, sorry, we don't have time to stop. And like, you actually start skipping like turnouts. Yeah, no, we're not going to get a snack there because we have to get to this hotel and it's almost dark. And, you know, the office closes at ten and that's just miserable.   [00:12:20.090] - Kim Tate You don't you don't want that life.   [00:12:21.890] - Anne Howard Yeah, totally.   [00:12:23.390] - Tamara Gruber I feel like especially that part of the country, you know, for many of us, it's just such a different landscape. It's such a unique place that you do want to stop. Like, would I usually want to stop at a rock shop? No, probably not. But I don't know if I've really seen a rock shop, so maybe I do want to stop.   [00:12:39.740] - Anne Howard You do want to stop at at rock shop. Utah particularly has incredible history and not just geologically, but also dinosaurs. I mean, you'd stop at a rock shot. You're like, I'm pretty sure that's a Tyrannosaurus Rex femur in this guy's backyard. Like, are you serious right now? Like, there's some crazy roadside things to see, especially when it comes to rocks and bones and probably a lot of crafts, too, right?   [00:13:06.080] - Anne Howard For sure. Yeah, yeah, yeah.   [00:13:08.300] - Tamara Gruber So I guess the point is, like, where do you start? Do you typically would you fly into Phoenix, would you fly into Vegas. Like what is if you're not driving buddy, you know, where do you usually start?   [00:13:20.510] - Anne Howard And even though it seems like we have an advantage because we do have a camper, we actually have have done this road trip in many ways. So while we love RV and can sing those praises, we've also done it as traditional road trips where we stayed in camping camps and some of the historic park lodges. So I think it's actually just as cool a trip either way. So don't feel bad if you don't have an RV if you wanted to try it.   [00:13:43.220] - Anne Howard I think it's an awesome way to do it. But it's also really tricky to camp in national parks. They fill up fast. They're crowded, like sometimes camping in RV and national parks is not the way to go. So I think you could do it whichever way makes you happy, because there are so many charming lodging options and they're not massive distances. So you it's you're going to get to your destination before sunset and check into a into a camp or a hotel.   [00:14:11.030] - Anne Howard So it doesn't have to be that way, even though I am a fan of RV. But I would say if you are going to fly in and rent a car or rent an RV, flying into Vegas just makes a lot of sense. If you from from Vegas, it's like under three hours to Zion and there's plenty of cool things. One, there's Vegas is its own phenomenon. So if you want to spend the night there just for fun, it's it's a great kid friendly place as well.   [00:14:33.860] - Anne Howard But then you to get to Zion in under three hours versus if you came from Phoenix is more like four hours the Grand Canyon. And it's just kind of a slog and it's like Vegas ready for that road trip and you know, people are coming for it. So I that would be my recommendation.   [00:14:49.010] - Kim Tate That's some great advice. And I think, you know, one other tidbit about that is I'll never forget being in Yellowstone and seeing the campers and even though they. Parking for RVs. You know, it seems like sometimes the stress for those guys getting in and out of some of those turnouts, especially when you're looking at the bison further, you know, in Lamar Valley, there was times where you just couldn't get in there. And that's kind of disappointing.   [00:15:12.640] - Kim Tate So I see what you mean about maybe RV's aren't the best for national parks.   [00:15:16.170] - Anne Howard Also that also small, big RV's are not the best for national parks. There are length restrictions on many of these like wonderful winding roads that you want to be on. So if you are going to rent an RV, like keep it under twenty seven feet, we think the smaller the better. We think the perfect size of twenty two because yeah. You'll get boxed out of certain opportunities because of your length.   [00:15:36.750] - Kim Tate Well so we talked about flying into Vegas. You think that that's a good one. So does that mean then you're like there's a certain direction that you take the loop or a certain order that you hit the hit the six parks.   [00:15:46.480] - Anne Howard Yeah. I mean, from there you're going to go to to Zion and then you're going to then is Bryce one of the Highway 12 is absolutely gorgeous, like going along that way. But then as you're going to also be passing through Escalante National Monument, which is massive. So you want to give that some extra time, if you can, before heading into Capitol Reef, then Canyonlands. And then I had my map up and then my computer crashed.   [00:16:12.270] - Anne Howard And I don't have my map in front of me right now.   [00:16:14.230] - Kim Tate And I think it's Arches.   [00:16:16.020] - Anne Howard Then Arches, then Canylonlands. And then down to Grand Canyon. But then once again, you're going to pass through if you're going to go just the straight Google map, fastest way they're going to have you skip major things. You also have an opportunity from Canyonlands to go through Bears Ears National Monument, which is totally underrated. It is an incredible sacred destination for various Native American tribes. So incredible opportunities to see cliff dwellings and petroglyphs.   [00:16:43.110] - Anne Howard And it's not traveled at all. So that's a gem. We actually lived in that area of Utah for two months doing a house that taking care of lots of turkeys and chickens. So and we lived we actually took care of a house for two park rangers. So they knew all the best places. And we had an incredible time. And then once again, they might want to speed you just to get to take the fastest highway. No, you should certainly take the very slight detour to go through Monument Valley, which is the Navajo Nation.   [00:17:10.740] - Anne Howard So, no, that's not a national park. But the equivalent of a Navajo national park is their tribal parks for Monument Valley. The highly recommend that before just racing down the Grand Canyon.   [00:17:22.140] - Tamara Gruber I once drove through Monument Valley at sunset. And it was so magical. I mean, this area is not an area that I've had a chance to explore very much. But I did once, as I've told I think on the podcast before, I had to drive from San Diego to New York City after 9/11, and we were like, it was me and my boss, because we were stranded there.   [00:17:42.990] - Tamara Gruber And we were like, if we're going to drive this way, we're going to see one thing. And so we decided to stop at the Grand Canyon and we basically had lunch, took a couple of pictures and then drove through Monument Valley up to Moab that night. But it was I think it was also that time that I was there that to see nature so beautifully and then the sun, it just it was kind of like a healing type of moment.   [00:18:03.690] - Tamara Gruber But that area, I think a lot of people do kind of skip over and it's yes, definitely beautiful.   [00:18:09.030] - Anne Howard And then actually one of our favorite, totally underrated state parks. I swear no one goes there. It is. And it's right next to to Monument Valley with like a 15 minute detour is called Gooseneck State Park. So everybody knows what Horseshoe Bend looks like. Right. It's probably the screensaver on your Windows PC right now. It's like that look like it's an arch with a river going around this peninsula. And it's stunning. Well, gooseneck is that Horseshoe Bend Times, too.   [00:18:36.990] - Anne Howard So it's a double loop around two peninsulas with this snaking river, Red Rock, turquoise water. It is absolutely stunning. And it's five bucks to go and a million dollar photo op and you can camp there and no one's there that night and they barbecue pits and the whole thing. So that's that's a fun extra that I feel like I wouldn't have known without the help of my Utah Park Ranger friends.   [00:19:00.090] - Tamara Gruber Yeah. And I feel like especially now, like this year, I think is going to be a little bit insane when it comes to going to a lot of these national parks. I mean, I've already seen arches tweeting almost every day that by like ten, eleven they're full. You know, it's something that people are going to get to really plan in advance and hopefully really look for those other kind of opportunities. But I feel like between the desire for everyone to be outside but still travel this year domestically and then Instagram, you know, the fact that, like now I see so many people are talking about, like, I want to go to Goblin or I want to like these different places that I had never heard of until Instagram.   [00:19:37.170] - Tamara Gruber Right. So everyone's trying to get that photo op. Everyone's there at sunset or sunrise or, you know, the craziness of it. And I just, you know, I couldn't stand crowds before. So now I'm probably going to have, like, what's the phobia for crowds? I don't know.   [00:19:49.110] - Anne Howard But that's why I also because that's I feel similarily about national parks and that's why we discovered public lands. For every national park, it's that's like the most protected designation of public lands, but then it it definitely eases up and opens up from there. So I highly encourage people instead of thinking I have to stay at the the National Park campground, look at the surrounding public lands. That means National Forests, Bureau of Land Management, land, and that's all wide open and it's usually free.   [00:20:20.500] - Anne Howard So and there are no crowds and there are some some wonderful apps to find that kind of thing. I Overlander is a great app to find public lands, one of our favorite, which I will share, even though Mike is sort of territorial over it. But I do. I will share it if that you are one a good steward of the land and two, you leave a review because that's what this app lacks, is the community element of like people saying, hey, watch out for the pothole on the right or o sounds.   [00:20:49.240] - Anne Howard That is even better over here. I Overlander has that. But the app and I'm, I tell you, UCPublic CG, which is Ultimate Campgrounds app, is an incredible, incredible resource to discover public lands and camping opportunities. It's like five dollars for the app and it's so worth that. So that is a great way to kind of get out of the fray of summer like the the national park traffic.   [00:21:13.690] - Tamara Gruber So I know you don't want to give up all of your secrets, but since we're talking about these more off the beaten path parks and things that we should see, do you have a few others that you would recommend? That would be if you are looking for alternatives to some of the national parks or even if you can do a longer trip to add in there?   [00:21:32.440] - Anne Howard Yeah, I mean, Escalante, national monument is massive and one of the coolest hikes ever. It's a challenging road to get out there and it's a kind of a typical hike. But I also did it with some friends and they had their little kids with them and they were having the best time ever. So I've seen, like, kids age seven do it. I've seen dogs do it. But please don't bring your dog. It's way too complicated for that.   [00:21:53.290] - Anne Howard But Utah has amazing slot canyon. So no matter what, you can't leave Utah without hiking a slot canyon to the technical one I was describing. It's actually two that come together called spooky and peekaboo canyons. And it's sometimes it's only as wide as a foot. It's crazy. So a slot canyon, basically these sort of sheer walls that have been carved by a river or an erosion over time. And they kind of create this magical play of light and it's like a little bit of rock scrambling.   [00:22:23.410] - Anne Howard And and it really is a full body experience. And it's totally magic for those. That's a more challenging version, another one that is super cool and very easy and family friendly. And just kind of on your way between Bryce and Escalante is called Willis Creek Canyon. Funny enough, we did it with my mom and we were staying at Escalante. It's a great camping camp. That's a really wonderful base for your trip. She's like, oh, do definitely do Willis Creek.   [00:22:54.070] - Anne Howard And she didn't she didn't really mention that it might be frozen. So we were like ice skating there and well, still kind of through the river at one point. But it's only no matter what, it's only like four inches deep. So in the summer, that's going to feel really good. It's a waiting. You're wading through the water at very, very shallow levels. You're not going to worry. That swept away. And then it's maybe like a mile and a half and then, oh, it's like amazing.   [00:23:19.180] - Anne Howard Slot Canyon appears at the end and it's not very crowded and it's it's really special. And that's like an easy detour, peekaboo and spooky or like a life experience and a drive and of itself, but very cool. So do slot canyon no matter what in Utah. Also like this is the land of true adventure. Do a do something big. Don't you see, I love hiking, but you have opportunities to try new things. So maybe it's doing canyoneering in Orderville slot Canyon near Zion or maybe it's doing a four by four trip in Moab because they have some of the best rock off roading in the world.   [00:23:57.700] - Anne Howard Maybe it's doing the scenic flight to kind of get a sense of the geology from above what you can do for many places. But there's a great one that kind of loops over both canyons and arches that you could do another fun things if you can time your trip or with the full moon. Bryce does they have their astronomy rangers and you can do full moon hikes two nights of the month. So and that's a totally unique way to see the park.   [00:24:25.420] - Anne Howard So, yeah, mix it up, try new adventures, be it hiking, getting a boat at some point, strapping yourself in for some canyoneering or hopping in four by four and challenge yourself to do something new.   [00:24:38.400] - Kim Tate Yeah, I think that's great tips and kind of fun to think beyond, just, you know, like let's look for some fun hikes. You know, it is the adventure and there are soft adventures, you know. You know that you don't have to be, you know, jumping out of an airplane to have some adventures. Yeah.   [00:24:53.880] - Tamara Gruber It's perfect for our teens too right Kim?   [00:24:56.190] - Kim Tate Yeah. Yeah, exactly. Yeah. I mean, I could see it being much better to kind of having teenagers if you have. They always like to have something unique that's cool and that they can brag about with friends. It's not just we went on a hike so. Yeah. Any other, you know, a must see attractions or experiences you think. I mean we've talked a lot in the past about, you know, we've talked about the Grand Canyon, the big five, house boating even on Lake Powell.   [00:25:20.610] - Kim Tate But do you think there's any highlights that are certainly not to be missed? You've talked, of course, about, you know, getting beyond the beyond the standard, but what do you think are some of the must dos for that area?   [00:25:31.600] - Anne Howard It was good to know that some of these truly iconic things like, say, for example, hiking the narrows, which is up around the Virgin River, is an amazing experience. But it needs a permit. So it's not a big deal is you need to know that certain big adventures need permits, not too many. But like, that's one of the most Instagramable things ever. Why? Because it's that popular. And as a result, you now need a permit.   [00:25:54.450] - Anne Howard So don't let that deter you. But at the same time, like not, everything's always going to be available to you. I think to avoid some of this rush in general, though, is to know what days of the week you're going to like, maybe get your your national parks midweek and your state parks on the weekend and also your time of year. I think we chat about season later, but time of year is going to make a big difference about what things are available to you.   [00:26:19.650] - Anne Howard We actually loved doing these this road trip in the winter when, like, no one's around and you know it like seeing like the red hoodies embrace of the blanket of snow or the layers of the Grand Canyon like feathered with white. It's an unbelievable. So I wouldn't rule out I don't want my neck to rush to do it this summer when it's the hottest. Like you can hurry up. Actually, spring is a great time to do it. And spring and winter, our favorite times to go to beat some of the crowds and actually see some more unique things.   [00:26:47.880] - Anne Howard More water runs in the spring. More flowers come out in spring.   [00:26:51.780] - Tamara Gruber I'm really glad to hear you say that about winter because there's been so many times where we've talked about doing it as like our we have a spring break in March. That's two weeks. And we're always like, is it going to be too cold or not? And dances are usually we'll head off somewhere internationally, but obviously not now. But is that what we were actually thinking, like, well, hey, maybe next year we can try to do it for March break.   [00:27:15.660] - Tamara Gruber So if it if it's going to be nice in mid-March, it's still pleasant, you know, where you can still access everything. That sounds ideal to me.   [00:27:24.360] - Anne Howard Yeah. And most of these areas like heat up during the day, they might drop in the morning at night, but it's usually pretty much always hiking weather. You disappear, maybe dress a little. And we actually saw the Grand Canyon in a blizzard, a straight blizzard. And but we had we actually had booked a room at the Bright Angel Lodge on the rim. Actually, that not that was luck. That happened to be one room left. And we took it and we woke up to just the sunniest Grand Canyon, all fluffy white.   [00:27:49.980] - Anne Howard It was absolutely unreal. So I was like, what a benefit. We had seen the Grand Canyon the summer. I was like, wow, you can't beat winter. This is unreal. So, yeah, don't let nature deter you all year round is actually quite good. I'd say summer is probably the least desirable time to go. But hey, if that's what your schedule allows for kids, vacations, whatever, if you can make it work.   [00:28:09.400] - Kim Tate Are there any do you think there's any, you know of the hikes of I mean I'm thinking about of course, Big five a little bit, but were there any hikes that you feel like you have to get there early or do you have to make time for this one? Because the the views are just epic? Or do you or do you feel like maybe there's a hike in, say, because I've seen like Bryce, it looks very different than arches, you know?   [00:28:32.610] - Kim Tate So do you are there any that you're like, yeah, take your time, make sure you do get out and see this or anything like that.   [00:28:39.960] - Anne Howard I see. Well, I mean, say in arches like hiking the devil's garden, if you can't do the whole park, what you know, if you're really crunched for time. Well, Devil's Garden has the largest concentration of natural arches in the world. So, like, that's some place to prioritize. But, you know, all of these parks, like our like Zion isn't that big a place. Arches isn't that big a place. Canyonlands is a massive place.   [00:29:04.200] - Anne Howard And actually, Canyonlands is good to know that it's not one entrance. You actually it's almost two totally separate parks. So know that in your planning that the island in the sky in the north end near Moab is like hours away actually from the other end. The needle section, the needle section is actually less traveled and a really lovely and actually I'd say in general and needles is a good place to do this, but throughout is make sure you spend some time understanding, like the Native American history that goes with all of these places, because, of course, the geology says.   [00:29:38.220] - Anne Howard Eye popping, but really there's there's incredible narratives from various, you know, from ancestral Pueblo ones to the more contemporary Navajo who are who hold these places as sacred and who left their mark in their own way. So like, say, for example, when you're driving the the long road needles to get to the section of Canyonlands newspaper Rock is a quick little stop. But you could certainly miss it if you're not paying attention. And it shows petroglyphs dating back two thousand years and starting with ancestral lines.   [00:30:11.910] - Anne Howard But then, like other groups have layered on and layered on so called newspaper because like literally like kind of putting the news as time goes on on this rock. So it was incredible concentration of petroglyphs that actually are go pretty close to print. So it's very interesting the how different groups, you know, what they're what their symbols were and and spending some time learning about that also on the ancestral puebloan and sort of Native American history of the area.   [00:30:42.180] - Anne Howard Bear Ears there's one place called there's many places, but the Butler Wash ruins is very easily accessible just off the road. And that's where you get to see amazing cliff dwellings from like the twelve hundreds. So it's so cool to see almost like a city in the rocks and in Mesa Verde National Park is an example of that in Colorado, the canyon all the way to Colorado on this trip. We'll know that you can also do it in Utah.   [00:31:05.730] - Kim Tate That's fabulous tips. I think that's good. And I think that's what more people need to be willing to do to help with the overcrowding that we're experiencing in our national parks is you know, I appreciate you guys being such a great voice for that of recognizing, like you said, the heritage of these lands and then also, you know, getting beyond just the borders and the national park entrance and looking for the stories that are around those areas, too.   [00:31:28.110] - Anne Howard Yeah, absolutely. And one thing another way to kind of beat the crowds. And I will shamelessly plug that. We we wrote a book about camping and but it's because we're really passionate about this way to experience the outdoors. And I think particularly when it comes to this sort of everyone checking the same camp or the national parks or trying to be at the historic lodge, they offer great opportunities to places to look into. Under canvas is the most known, but they've kind of built their model about finding the public lands and building their beautiful safari tents just outside the national park.   [00:32:05.050] - Anne Howard So you can get that serenity again. They are more they are higher end or I'd say a higher price point, rather. But another really amazing company who's doing something similar at a more at a lower price point. Equally awesome is called Wunder Camp. And they have a series of camps that are around some of these national parks to where they're setting up tents and helping you kind of set up so that you could be they had various programing. So it could be you're doing the cooking or they're doing the cooking.   [00:32:35.460] - Anne Howard But that's that's a great way to be outdoors. And, yeah, I think I just think life is such a cool way to get in touch with nature and have that serenity and meet the crowds and try something different.   [00:32:46.650] - Tamara Gruber Yeah, I agree. Kim and I have both stated under canvas what can you've been outside a glacier and Yellowstone and I was outside of Mt. Rushmore. And I love that experience. I mean, I've never been drawn to camping as much because I love my bathrooms and things like that. So I really like this kind of in-between world of camping. And it it's just such a unique experience that even if you don't do it for the your entire trip, just to do it for a few nights and have that experience, it really it makes things stand out.   [00:33:14.850] - Tamara Gruber It's very memorable, certainly much more memorable than, you know, staying at the Holiday Inn or whatever. So. Yeah, yeah. So, you know, we've talked a lot about some of the off the beaten path things. And I feel like one of the things that I know I struggle with and I think a lot of people do is letting go of something like, you know, everyone does this and you feel like this pressure like this.   [00:33:38.580] - Tamara Gruber Well, I have to get that picture, too. How can I come back from this trip and not have a picture of Horseshoe Bend or, you know, like some of these things, like you feel this pressure of like, I must do all the things and I'm just wondering, like, what are some of the ones that people feel are so like, you have to do this. You have to do the narrows or, you know, something else that you would say, you know what?   [00:33:58.950] - Tamara Gruber You really don't have to like you're not going to be missing anything. It's OK if you let that one go. Are there any that you think maybe are worth leaving off the list and to be able to fit in some of these other great experiences that you've talked about?   [00:34:12.430] - Anne Howard You know, like, say, for example, we were we showed my mom part of the Grand Circle, actually, we did the complete grand circle with her over the course of two trips and then we wanted to pack and that a lot that day and went to Bryce. And I really need to do the full 18 miles. It's in it's an in and out, so it's not a loop. So you're making the choice to go all the way out that way and turn around like the best of us, really on the front end.   [00:34:37.060] - Anne Howard So not just because it's not fabulous and you have all day go for it and you're going to it's going to get less crowded as you go. There is a benefit to completing, but that's one small example of like, you know, you don't need to do the full thing to feel like you've achieved the goal. And also knowing that when you hike to the bottom of the Grand Canyon, you need to hike back up. So be very aware of how that it's going to make your body feel because you probably haven't hike straight down and then straight up to that degree ever in your life and you are going to feel it.   [00:35:08.980] - Anne Howard So not to say you can't do it, but know that you might just be really sore. And once whatever you do, it's hot and it's you need to be packing your own water and to plan for life pretty extreme. So it's it's more than a mile deep, but it's a mile like you've never experienced before switchbacks. So it's more than a mile. So. Yeah. So really weigh in your mind if you need to go to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and plan accordingly, because it's going to take you all day and you might with kids, you don't want to be stuck in the dark and not make it back in time.   [00:35:41.230] - Anne Howard So take that with a real cautionary tale.   [00:35:45.390] - Kim Tate Yeah, that's a great tip, so we will wrap up and just ask if there's any final tips that you think people should consider. I was just thinking, you know, when you were talking that maybe this is a perfect kind of trip to make sure that you look into maybe buying a annual national parks pass, but maybe also Utah State Parks pass as well. I don't know if they offer it, but might be kind of a good idea. But do you have any tips for families that are thinking of planning this Southwest Grand Circle Road trip?   [00:36:12.120] - Anne Howard Yeah, mean, I think it's just so great the national parks pass with 80 dollars. And if it just inspires any other trip in your year, it's certainly worth buying because it encompasses like hundreds of sites that gets you in for free. And it's just 100 percent do that. And it spurs our park system, which I think is great. Utah State Park Pass is actually a really good tip. I can't tell you specifics on that, but probably worth it.   [00:36:35.190] - Anne Howard And we are big fans of the book, two National Geographic Books, one that's called Secrets to the National Parks and another one that is the scenic Highways and Byways book, which covers the Southwest in great detail, much less the entire country. We reference that book every time we take a big drive. It's fantastic. And then actually we wrote two books, so Ultimate Journeys four two that's published by National Geographic as well. We we love the Southwest and we have various sections.   [00:37:06.930] - Anne Howard We go in super detail on MOAB, which is the home of of Arches and Canyonlands, and then we have a different Southwest road trip. Sections of that could be a great resource for you and also supports us. And it's a really great book. And and then, as we said comfortably, while others are glad book, which has got a lot of SWS options to.   [00:37:24.590] - Kim Tate Perfect. We'll definitely link to those in the show notes. Thanks, guys.   [00:37:28.850] - Tamara Gruber So now for maybe an easier question, I don't know. But it's a question that we ask all of our guests, and that is, what do you wear when you travel? It's hard for you because you guys are always traveling. But so maybe we should focus it on the Southwest. What would you recommend? What is your go to gear when you're doing one of these kind of road trips?   [00:37:47.000] - Anne Howard Oh, my God, you need good hat. You need some strong sun, some incredibly strong sun. You need that, like wide brim, full ball caps. Not going to cut it like you need a proper sun hat. And yeah, knowing that the temperature swing is massive from morning to night. So, yes, layers being key. And I'm not a close person really. It's hard for me. I like, you know, since I literally drive with my closet, I have all things with me at all times.   [00:38:15.860] - Anne Howard So like I've become a terrible packer because like I always have everything with me. But yes, it's a hot place and, you know, hydrating and some coverage and all that is like more important than ever.   [00:38:26.780] - Kim Tate Do you have any favorite, like, shoes that you guys like to wear that works well for various rock shopping and hiking?   [00:38:35.090] - Anne Howard Yeah, I mean, these are a little heavier, but I think they look cool without looking. They don't. They are they're heavy duty. Then they look and they're kind of like Mike, even worse is like jeans and it still looks good. A solo makes a really great, sturdy hiking boot that's actually like not so clunky and aesthetically pleasing. So that's that's great. They have women's and men's. So in the market for any boots I'm probably will get well is the next round.   [00:38:58.370] - Anne Howard And I have these leggings that I swear by because now I'm discovered leggings can have pockets and I really just want like carry all my stuff, like to put a phone in my pocket, a little bit of money as needed. And even your car keys like without having to feel like you're jingling, jangling and things are being knocked around. Is this brand called Kyodan? And they are so soft and they have deep pockets. So I kind of tend to wear those when I hike.   [00:39:30.450] - Kim Tate Great, that sounds awesome, thanks so much for joining us and why don't you let our listeners know where they can find you guys online and follow along on your adventures?   [00:39:39.090] - Anne Howard Yeah, thanks so much. Has been really, really nice to you podcast. So we are we are we I say we my husband Mike and I with our couples travel blog is called Honey Trek. So Trek, like a long walk around the world and we are all over the place, but it's at Honey Trek across Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, wherever you like to hang out. And Honey Trek is also sort of the hub of our our nine years on the road and glamping tips and road trip.   [00:40:07.080] - Anne Howard We have a lot of road trip content in general, and it's also where you can get signed copies of our books for gifts or for your own collection.   [00:40:15.600] - Tamara Gruber That's perfect. Thank you so much. We'll link to those in the show notes and you know where you're going to be after Mexico.   [00:40:22.110] - Anne Howard We bought a one way ticket. I don't want to be in Mexico where the camper is parked in Northern California. So, yeah, I mean, the trajectory. Might we kind of follow the seasons to we are going to probably head more north. Check out the far reaches of Northern California, which I think most people don't get to. Maybe check out Lassen Volcanic National Park, and the sort of the wild north of California and maybe into Idaho.   [00:40:47.070] - Tamara Gruber Good. Well, have safe travels and thank you again.   [00:40:50.580] - Anne Howard Yeah. Thanks so much.   [00:40:55.800] - Tamara Gruber We are back and thanks again for listening. And if you do have any questions for us or, you know, travel advice that you need, just a reminder to send in a message, a podcast@vacationmavens.com or talk to us on social media.   [00:41:09.390] - Kim Tate And in the meantime, tune in in another two weeks, because I'm going to be sharing all about my Oregon to California coast road trip and sharing kind of some of the things we did along the way. So stay tuned for that. Can't wait.  

Today's guests are on the world's longest honeymoon - 9 years and counting! They also wrote National Geographic's bestselling book on couples travel, Ultimate Journeys for Two. Meet Mike & Anne and be inspired by both their positivity and unique approach to romance. They are full of tales and tips, like river-rafting to boutique camps, romantic dinners at Victoria Falls, and how to mix up your honeymoon. Mike & Anne are a lot of fun - you're going to like them. Check out their awesome blog HoneyTrek and their more recent book on glamping, Comfortably Wild.

Mike & Anne Howard left on their honeymoon in January 2012 and never came home. They created HoneyTrek.com to chronicle their journey across all seven continents and help people mobilize their travel dreams. Their story of the World's Longest Honeymoon, savvy tips, and blog have been featured in hundreds of international media outlets—from USA Today to Lonely Planet. Firm believers that love and travel make the world a better place, they authored Ultimate Journeys for Two—National Geographic's bestselling couples travel guide. To write their newest book, Comfortably Wild, they bought a vintage RV (aka Buddy the Camper) and traveled 73,000 miles across 9 countries to find the best glamping experiences in North America. Along the way, they fell in love with RVing and have made Buddy their primary home and adventure mobile. They've taken this 1985 Toyota Sunrader from the tip of Baja to the Arctic Circle and 50 states in between. They pride themselves on their small-space (104-square feet), off-grid living (all solar, no generator), and living life to the fullest on a shoe-string budget ($900 a month all in).  Follow their adventures @HoneyTrekVideo Overview of our Camper Journeyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOm_YAc9GJgCelebrating 4 Years in a Camper Articlehttps://www.honeytrek.com/year-in-a-camper/Our Poland Pandemic Odyssey in an RVhttps://www.HoneyTrek.com/Poland-Road-TripComfortably Wild: Best Glamping Destinations in North Americahttps://www.HoneyTrek.com/Glamping-BookUltimate Journeys for Two: Extraordinary Destinations on Every Continenthttps://www.HoneyTrek.com/Ultimate-Journeys-For-TwoHoneyTrek Trip Coach for long-term travelers and RVershttps://www.HoneyTrek.com/Trip-CoachHoneyTrek Glamping Consulting and Creative Services:https://www.HoneyTrek.com/Glamping-Experts

Mike and Anne Howard (@HoneyTrek) left for their honeymoon in January 2012 and never came home. And most importantly, they share their adventures with the world through their blog HoneyTrek.com, which chronicles their journey across all seven continents. Their story as the World's Longest Honeymooners has been featured in hundreds of media outlets, from USA Today to Lonely Planet. Together, they've written two books. Their first book, Ultimate Journeys for Two is National Geographic's bestselling couples travel guide to destinations all over the world. And their second book, Comfortably Wild, details their journey to find the best glamping spots in North America. As full-time nomads and travel writers, Mike and Anne are always searching for off the beaten path destinations, uncommon adventures, and the human stories that make each place so special. Mike and Anne met each other playing volleyball as partners when they were working in New York City. They spent their first Valentines Day together sneaking into Cuba...before it was cool. And their life changed when they learned that they could travel the world for a cheaper all-in cost than their rent in Hoboken. So they quit their jobs and set off on what was supposed to be a 1-year trip around the world. That was 8 years ago. According to them, they haven't had the key to an apartment or house since December 2011. In this episode we discuss so many things and they share their travel philosophy, which revolved around traveling slowly and taking in as much as possible from the local culture. They share tips on making the most from Airbnbs. Why you shouldn't wait to travel until you're 65 and retired. And so many more lessons they've learned from the road. Ultimate Journeys for Two - https://amzn.to/38IKsKa Comfortably Wild - https://amzn.to/2GStrjc Read the full post here: https://rolliepeterkin.com/mike-anne-howard-honeytrek-world's-longest-honeymoon ------- Please feel free to reach out to me on social media! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rolliepeterkin Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/rolliepeterkin Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rollie.peterkin Website - http://www.rolliepeterkin.com/contact My book - The Cage: Escaping the American Dream http://amzn.to/1Y0xbzD  

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg  focuses on some chronic problems in the travel industry, and our experts weigh in on some common sense solutions. Joining Peter is The Wall Street Journal’s Scott McCartney on the aftermath of the government shutdown. Arnie Weissmann, Editor-in-Chief of Travel Weekly, on why (or if) major hotel chains don’t lie and Costas Christ, Editor at Large for National Geographic Traveler, on the true meaning of sustainable tourism along with Fly Guy Columnist for USA Today George Hobica. Then, Anne and Mike Howard, Founders of HoneyTrek and Authors of National Geographic’s Ultimate Journeys for Two, discuss their seven-year honeymoon and sharing real experiences together and Ian McAllister, Director of Great Bear Rainforest, talks about the three years it took to make the film and the region's 'spirit bear.' There’s all this and more on this week’s Eye on Travel.

This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg  focuses on some chronic problems in the travel industry, and our experts weigh in on some common sense solutions. Joining Peter is The Wall Street Journal’s Scott McCartney on the aftermath of the government shutdown. Arnie Weissmann, Editor-in-Chief of Travel Weekly, on why (or if) major hotel chains don’t lie and Costas Christ, Editor at Large for National Geographic Traveler, on the true meaning of sustainable tourism along with Fly Guy Columnist for USA Today George Hobica. Then, Anne and Mike Howard, Founders of HoneyTrek and Authors of National Geographic’s Ultimate Journeys for Two, discuss their seven-year honeymoon and sharing real experiences together and Ian McAllister, Director of Great Bear Rainforest, talks about the three years it took to make the film and the region's 'spirit bear.' There’s all this and more on this week’s Eye on Travel.

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On this podcast we talk to Mike and Anne Howard of HoneyTrek who left for their honeymoon in 2012 and ended up turning their travels into a full-time business. Mike and Anne are now on the World’s Longest Honeymoon and together they have explored 620 regions of the world in 54 countries across all 7 continents. Check out their National Geographic book “Ultimate Journeys for Two, Extraordinary Destinations on Every Continent”! www.HoneyTrek.com

Mike and Anne Howard left on their honeymoon in January 2012 and have been exploring the globe ever since. They realized life is short, the world is big, and the value of travel too great to wait until retirement, so to kick off their marriage they decided to take a trip around the world…on what has become “The World’s Longest Honeymoon.” Using Anne’s background as a national magazine editor and Mike’s as a digital marketer and photographer, they created HoneyTrek.com to chronicle their journey to over 50 countries and show more people how to mobilize their travel dreams. Having reviewed over 200 luxury hotels and excursions across seven continents, they know the five-star side of travel, though they also understand how to get to the heart of local culture. They've taught English in tribal Vietnam, housesat in Costa Rica, ridden local mini-buses across East Africa, and learned variety is the spice of life and travel. Their unique journey, savvy tips, and top-40 travel blog have been acclaimed by Washington Post, Condé Nast Traveler, Los Angeles Times, Daily Mail, CBS and more, including Microsoft Windows’ TV ad campaign. Firm believers that love and travel make the world a better place, they continue to spread the word as Smithsonian speakers and National Geographic authors with their new book, Ultimate Journeys for Two.   We cover: What it’s like being on the world’s longest honeymoon. Inside advice on how to best travel as a couple. Their latest book on Nat Geo on Couples Travel and why its different than your typical travel guide. Stepping into the world of glamping   Guest Info: Website  Facebook  Instagram Twitter YouTube  Purchase: The Ultimate Journey For Two

When you hear about honeymoons or romantic getaways, whether for Valentine’s Day or any other occasion, so often the trip involves expensive hotels in upscale destinations. But Mike and Anne Howard took their honeymoon on the road, threw in a sense of adventure and learned to travel cheaply in trips to seven continents for over five years. In this episode of “Get Outta Here,” Associated Press travel editor Beth Harpaz talks with the Howards about being the “world’s longest honeymooners” and about their book, “Ultimate Journeys for Two.” The Howards share some favorite destinations and advice for traveling cheaply.

Today's episode is with Mike and Anne Howard. They left on their honeymoon in January 2012 and have been exploring the globe ever since. They realized life is short, the world is big, and the value of travel too great to wait until retirement, so to kick off their marriage they decided to take a trip around the world…on what has become “The World’s Longest Honeymoon.” Using Anne’s background as a national magazine editor and Mike’s as a digital marketing executive and photographer, they created HoneyTrek.com to chronicle their journey across 50+ countries and 7 continents, and share tips with anyone looking to mobilize their travel dreams. Their unique journey, engaging blog, and savvy tips have been acclaimed by the Washington Post, Condé Nast Traveler, Los Angeles Times, The Daily Mail, CBS, and more-- including Microsoft's 2016 TV ad campaign.Firm believers that love and travel make the world a better place, Mike & Anne continue to spread the word as Smithsonian speakers and National Geographic authors with their new book, Ultimate Journeys for Two. In National Geographic's first book on couples adventure travel, Mike and Anne take readers through 75 featured destinations, Top 10s, travel hacks, personal anecdotes, and keys to an unforgettable journey. Resources Mentioned In the EpisodeHoneyTrek: http://honeytrek.com/Ultimate Journeys for Two: Extraordinary Destinations on Every Continent: https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Journeys-Two-Extraordinary-Destinations/dp/1426218397 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This Week in Travel - Travel News Podcast. Regular hosts Jen Leo and Chris Christensen are joined by this week's guests: Mike and Anne from honytrek.com, authors of National Geographic, Ultimate Journeys for Two