Chica Travel with Lelo

I am on a break this week so there is no new episode but here is a podcast of my Travel Chat on PowerFM with Mich Atagana recorded in August 2019. Audio courtesy of Power FM Love and strength to fellow South African women who have to live through this current gender-based violence nightmare. #ChicaTravelPod

Traveling with children seems quite daunting if you have not done but this week’s guest, Lucille Gumbi (@mrsladylu) has been doing it effortlessly for years. Lucille shares on her travels with Jamie & Jodie plus how she infused fun for herself during the trips. Please subscribe & share your feedback with @mslelob on social media via #ChicaTravelPod or send your Travel questions &...

This week on Chica Travel, Lelo chats to SA’s internet superstar, Mihlali Ndamase (@mihlalii_n) about her relationship with travel, her underrated yet fantastic Travel vlogs and highlights from her Travels to Europe and Thailand. Mihlali also shares tips on taking care of your skin while traveling & her New York dream! Please subscribe & share your feedback with @mslelob on social me...

This week’s guest is award-winning TV Producer, Voice Artist and Creative Director at Burnt Onion Productions Rethabile Ramaphakela. A super traveller that Lelo is obsessed with, @Retini dishes all about how she plans her annual #RetiniTravels Birthday adventures, how to plan a trip to Coachella, avoiding tourist traps & tips for travelling cheap! Please listen, subscribe and share your...

Happy Episode 10 everyone! In this episode, I talk to @Siphiwe. Dlamini about how he’s using Education to fund his amazing travels. Siphiwe also give us a glimpse into guy solo travel, what turns a trip into a good holiday and his experience at Barcelona Pride! Please listen, subscribe and share your feedback with @mslelob on social media via #ChicaTravelPod or send your Travel questions to...

In this week’s episode, I chat to South African born German based Singer/Songwriter @NonhleBeryl about life in Germany. As a member of the BeyHive who also starred in a Lion King Musical, Nonhle gives us her thoughts on the new Lion King and Nala! On a travel note, Nonhle gives her thoughts on Hamburg, Berlin and Munich as Travel destinations, as well as insights on Germany’s aging pop...

So what exactly is Travel Insurance and why is it important? These are the questions I am asking this week and joining me to share all that you need to know on the topic is Simmy Micheli, Sales and Marketing manager at TIC (Travel Insurance Company). Join the conversation on social media #ChicaTravelPod / @mslelob

This episode takes a step back to go through travel basics and tips for First Time travelers. I am joined by @Lebza4sure & @Lahvito who share their first travel experiences, searching for flights, accommodation, handling money overseas, staying connected and letting the SA government know that you’re travelling. Recommended Apps: Momondo, Hopper, Booking.com, Airnbnb, TripAdvisor. Please...

In this week’s episode, Lelo talks to @CarydonVidah about growing up in Kenya, and leaving home for Italy to study Italian culture and language. Vidah gives us an inside look into the Italian way of life, must do attractions in Rome and the excessive tourism issue in Venice. [For Rome Tips, listen from 29:29]. Recommended Rome restaurants 1. Da Felice In Testaccio 2. Osteria del Fortunata in...

Fashion Stylist & Personal Shopper - Siya Ndube (@siya_weloveher) gives us the low down on packing stylishly for your trip. How to look comfortable but cute when travelling, the 10 Basic Items to pack for your trip and 1 transforming clothing item that women of all shapes and sizes need to own as a finishing touch for any outfit. [For Packing Tips, listen from 45:33] Please share your feedback...

This week’s guest is our fave carefree aunty @TumiMohale who no doubt left me wishing she was my travel buddy. In this episode, Tumi shares stories about her trips to Havana, Cuba and Ibiza, Spain and convinces Lelo to give New York another try. Please share your feedback on the show with @MsLeloB via social media #ChicaTravelPod or email travel@chica.co.za

I met Ayanda and Tebogo for the first time at OR Tambo airport, when we and 13 others, decided to go on a girls trip to Durban. The trip was so successful, we are doing it again, but this time, to Thailand. Find out why these ladies decided to travel with strangers, how they dealt with fears & their tips on travelling with people you have never met. The social conversation continues with @MsLe...

In this episode of Chica Travel, I chat to avid traveler & house music DJ Karabo Ducasse (@miss_ducasse) about her luxurious travel adventures through Europe, with a focus on Croatia and Greece. Find out which apps she uses to connect and make friends in new cities, her advice on getting that long term Schengen Visa and more! Recommended Apps: HotelTonight, FLIO, InList, Vomos & OpenTable....

In this episode of #ChicaTravelPod I am joined by Buhle Ndlovu (@BeeinRSA) & Palesa Lengolo (@pale_lengolo) to discuss the rising phenomenon that is Solo Travel. If you are a black woman who wants to travel solo but aren’t sure of where to start, whether it’s safe, where to go, then this episode is for you. Please listen, subscribe and share your feedback with me ( @mslelob) on soc...

Travel is one of the most fulfilling experiences and CHICA Travel is all about making it even more beautiful for you. Are you often overwhelmed by all the information that’s available on the internet and aren’t sure where to find reliable information you can trust? Then join me, Lelo Boyana as I chat to travel lovers, friends, influencers and travel industry experts who share tips, tri...