I Am Not Your Tour Guide podcast

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Welcome to Season Three! I am kicking off this third season with a good ol' fashion travel story that completely revolves around the incredible country of Ecuador. Our story starts in Quito and takes us on a journey south to Cotopaxi National Park.

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Travel Light Adventures: They ARE Your Tour Guides. 58:08

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I am not your tour guide....but this dynamic duo can actually be your tour guides! I was lucky enough to have an inspiring conversation with Melanie and Enzo, who are the owners of an active group adventure company, Travel Light. Melanie is a free bird who is passionate about planning trips that consist of a healthy balance of spending the days in nature but sleeping in comfy beds at night. Her cohost and fiancé, Enzo, is the perfect partner whose job ranges from trip comedian to mule (not the drug kind). If you're looking to join a travel tour where adventure is abundant and comedic relief is included.... then you have found it! Check them out on this week's podcast and get the inspiration you need to try something new and exciting! You can find them on IG: @traveltooch and @enzocomedy. Also, at www.travellightadventures.com. You can also find them on Youtube as they bust out their new podcast, Travel Light Adventure Duo. Basically, they are everywhere and you can't avoid them if you try. So, just book a trip and go!…

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'Twavel....It's What Bwings Us Togever Today.' 54:41

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This power couple, Mike and Natalie, join us this week to relive their adventures of traveling the world together as they continued to fall deeper in love with each other. Natalie and Mike traveled for almost a year throughout parts of Central and South America on their first go-around. They had so much fun the first time, they took off for another 9 months through Europe. They are definitely the type of couple that we hashtag with the phrase #relationshipgoals. So, check out a small portion of their beautiful story on one of your evenings strolls this week!…

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Nepal: Finding Inspiration in Vertical Landscape. 1:14:44

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"We have always kind of lived our life easily inspired". That is the mindset of this week's guest, my brother, Ryan Skelton. He is a traveler that allows the world to impress him. Ryan has traversed through seventy countries and lived abroad with his wife for almost 11 years. On this week's episode, we embark on an adventure through the soaring mountains of Nepal as we enjoy the powerful feeling that we receive when we listen to a good story, compliments of my brother.…

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PATAGONIA: The Spirited Journey of a Woman Who Forgot Her Gloves. 1:09:25

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This week's guest, Tasha Cortesi, has a gift for retracing her vivid memories for a story, living in the moment, and making new best friends wherever she travels! She passionately shares her guided adventures through Patagonia as she expresses her new devotion to finding the spirit of Träkál, which is a spirit created to honor Patagonia. Though Tasha discovered that no article of clothing is actually waterproof and tents work best when they are tied down....her positive outlook on respecting nature and being present in every moment will inspire you to book your next trip to a place that's your version of magic.…

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Passenger Princess: Tales of RVing across America. 54:36

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This week's fabulous guest, Callie, divulges stories from her 14- month road trip across the United States in her trusty RV with her amazing husband. As first mate of their RV, Callie navigated around the country and explored dozens of National Parks. They began by joining the snow birds in Florida and then made their way West, making friends and living their best lives. So, join Callie for a few tips and a lot of inspiration if you have a desire to sell everything, buy an RV and just go!…

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Antarctica: How to Get to the Bottom of the Earth. 39:04

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Through my wave of excitement, I got to interview this week's guest from her computer room in McMurdo Station, Antarctica. Katy's original goal was to reach the continent without breaking the bank. With determination, she applied multiple times for support staff positions within research bases on the frozen world of Antarctica. She's now living out one of her dreams in a destination where true, pure adventure still lives. Join Katie on our pod this week as she gives us a little glimpse of her remote world.…

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Good energy, good friendship, good conversation. 46:42

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After years of a friendship that requires little nurturing, I got to sit down and catch up with my dear friend, Tennah. Her positive energy and her enthusiasm for being her authentic self is something you can feel when she speaks. Tennah took the time to entertain me with a few of her special travel memories from the past while reminding me of the importance of friendship!…

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Solo Travel. Solo Podcast. 42:09

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In the spirit of solo travel, I attempted a solo podcast. Though I'm more interested in hearing the travel stories of fellow travelers, there was a peace in reliving my memories through my story-telling. For all those people that are teetering with the idea of a solo travel trip...let me be the person that tells you to just do it! There is beauty to be found everywhere and we sometimes see life in a deeper form when we are focused on ourselves and not distracted by the routine of others. I encourage that you introduce one good solo trip into your life!…

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Adventure Travel Trips. 44:46

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This week I interviewed the owner/operator of Travel Light , Melanie Tucci. She's participated in a whirlwind of adventures through 32 countries and has a passion for planning adventure travel trips so people can experience the world in new and exciting ways! Melanie is an avid hiker and "Type 2 fun" kind of girl. Join us as she lights the fire of wanderlust within us and enlist on one of her upcoming trips! You can find all her information on IG @traveltooch . Her photos will make you want to jump on the next plane out of town!…

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Teaching Abroad: Tips and Advice 58:27

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Katie Skelton joined us for another amazing interview on the pod! Katie was a teacher overseas for a decade and she shares some of her amazing knowledge and tips for anybody that may be teetering with the idea of teaching abroad. For those passionate about teaching children and seeing the world, just know that you CAN do it and Katie is here to remind you of that!…

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Teaching Abroad: Egypt and Vietnam. 51:20

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Brittany and Adam have traversed the globe as a couple for the past twelve years and it's brought them closer than ever. It started with Brittany's itch to move abroad and after a six-pack and ten very convincing google images of Vietnam, Adam agreed to leave everything behind and they moved to Ho Chi Ming with high hopes of finding a job in the world of teaching abroad. Two-weeks and a few interviews later, their adventures began in teaching English and they never regretted a minute of it. Join Adam and Brittany this week on the pod as they give us some insight on teaching English in Egypt and Vietnam and maybe....just maybe.... you will be inspired.…

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Part 2: Let's Talk Travel. 1:15:09

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Join this week's guest, Jason, for the second half of a good conversation on travel. Although a three-hour conversation tends to be one of our shorter ones, we skim popular and controversial topics that revolve around the world of wanderlusting such as technology vs. travel, over-tourism, women traveling alone, and learning about different cultures. Maybe this will even spark a good debate between you and your own travel partner....so enjoy!…

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Part 1: Zion National Park, Utah: The Narrows. 1:01:31

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The Narrows is an appropriately named hike considering that it is the narrowest section in Zion Canyon in Zion National park. Though the description of this place can be intimidating, it's a wet trail that calls to hikers of all experience levels. This week my pal Jason joins the show to educate us on what to expect if you're planning on paying a visit to this incredible and specific spot in Utah. He goes into detail on what you need to pack, where you should camp and how to prepare for this unforgettable trek. Jason's tips will encourage you to start planning that next hike and make you energized for some adventure. So, take a listen to part 1 of 2 episodes and get prepared to take a trip outside! *Side Note: Before you plan this trip, check Zion's website for any updates and resources because National Parks change their rules and regulations seasonally.…

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Germany and Switzerland: You know it's on your bucket list. 49:06

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