Design Her Travel: Tips & Inspiring Stories for Women and Solo Travelers

Did you know there's a way to combine the amenities of your favorite Airbnb with the social aspect of a hostel?  And it includes great wifi and a built-in network of friends! As part of our accommodation series this week, Haz Memon shares the world of possibilities available through co-living.  Haz is the founder of Escape, a co-living brand with properties in Switzerland and Greece. He'...

This week on Design Her Travel, we're exploring the empowering impact of women traveling the world. As women, we have a unique opportunity to be ambassadors of peace and possibility. By venturing out and exploring different cultures, we connect with women from all walks of life, expanding our horizons while showcasing what's achievable. Our presence alone becomes a powerful symbol – a re...

In today's amazing episode, we chat with the incredible Marty Sebova, one-half of the adventurous duo Very Hungry Nomads. Together with her travel partner Rachel, Marty embarked on an awe-inspiring mission to visit every single country on Earth!  That's right, all 197 of them! In this episode, Marty shares the unique experiences of women traveling the world. We discuss the power of a smi...

Unlock the world of travel beyond traditional remote work with our latest episode, as host Kim Anderson takes you on a journey through the exciting realm of using headhunters to fuel your global adventures.  Join Kim as she shares her firsthand experiences working in the private yacht industry, where crew agents played a pivotal role in connecting her with placements on luxurious superyachts world...

Ever wondered what it's like to deliver babies on the move? If so, get ready to join us for an exciting episode this week as we chat with Carly Jowitt, a traveling nurse / midwife.  Born in the UK, she now calls Australia home where she and her husband lead a nomadic lifestyle filled with endless opportunities Down Under. During our conversation, Carly reveals the highs, some challenges, and...

Welcome to another enlightening episode of our weekly travel talk series!  This week, we're delving into the realm of slow travel, exploring its nuances, and uncovering whether it aligns with your travel goals and lifestyle.  Join us as we unravel the essence of slow travel, discussing its definition, the myriad of pros and cons, and ultimately, whether it resonates with you and your journey...

Welcome to Episode One of our Accommodation Series! 🎉  This week, we're diving into the exciting world of house-sitting with our fabulous guest, Angela Laws. Angela is not only a representative of Trusted Housesitters but also an experienced pet and house sitter herself, bringing a wealth of firsthand knowledge to the table. Join us as Angela spills all the details on how to become a house a...

Welcome to another exciting episode of our Thursday Travel Talk series! This week, host Kim Anderson delves into the topic of playing tourists in your own home country or town. She shares insightful perspectives on how travel doesn't always require a grand adventure overseas; sometimes, the most enriching experiences can be found right in our backyard. By approaching familiar surroundings wit...

Welcome to another inspiring episode as we sit down with the delightful Valentina Merico, a digital nomad and Italian language teacher who embarked on a remarkable journey through her homeland. After spending several years in SE Asia, Valentina felt the pull to return home and decided to embrace her inner adventurer and explore Italy in a whole new way – on a scooter! Little did she know, this dec...

Join us on today's Travel Talk episode as we tackle the age-old question: Is travel safe? In this episode, we dive deep into the safety spectrum of globetrotting, drawing insights from Thor Pederson's incredible ten-year quest, Once Upon a Saga, to visit every country without flying and your host, Kim Anderson's personal experiences on the road.  We navigate brushes with danger that...

Join us in this gripping second installment of the podcast, where we continue the extraordinary tale of Thor Pedersen, the amazing adventurer who set out to visit every country on Earth in one continuous journey without flying.  Check Out Part One of Thor's Story Here What began as a four-year journey to a nearly decade-long quest, Thor's story is nothing short of awe-inspiring. In this...

Welcome to the first episode of our new series, Travel Talk! In this week's episode, we explore the hot topic of what makes a country a country and how many of them are there. As travelers, we like to tick countries off of our list, but how many are there really? In this short solo episode, your host, Kim Anderson, discusses the rules established by international law that define a country, an...

Today, we're kicking off an epic two-part series with Thor Pedersen - the first person ever to travel to every country in the world without stepping foot on an airplane! Sounds impossible, right? Thor made it happen with his Once Upon A Saga project as he traveled the globe as an Ambassador of the Danish Red Cross. What started as a four-year adventure turned into almost a decade of extraordi...

Who says you need a fortune to travel the world? Not this week's guest, Kendyl Grender!  This episode takes you into the heart of budget travel with someone who's turned it into an art form. Kendyl's journey from travel newbie to travel expert has taken her to 27 countries and 36 US states on a budget, proving once and for all that travel isn't just for the wealthy. Kendyl hold...

Join us on a captivating journey this week with Harry Mitsidis, the legendary traveler who has visited every country not once, but twice, making history as one of the few to achieve this extraordinary feat. As the founder of NomadMania, a vibrant community for the travel-obsessed, Harry seeks out the world's most offbeat and historically complex destinations. In this episode, Harry shares tal...

This week we dive into the incredible journey of Katie Chavez, the globe-trotting genius behind the travel blog, The World is My Necklace.  Discover how Katie transformed her passion for travel into a unique lifestyle, leveraging working holiday visas and seasonal jobs to explore the globe. From her early days of adventurous living to creating a celebrated travel blog, Katie's story is a test...

This week’s episode features travel enthusiast Charmaine, aka The Canadian Wander, and we dive into the world of earning money while traveling in ways that do not include remote work! You heard that right! You don't have to be a remote worker to get paid to travel the world. With years of experience living across three continents, Charmaine reveals how she turned seasonal jobs into a gateway...

Join us this week as we sit down with Nina Karnikowski, celebrated author, environmentalist, and travel writer to dive deep into the heart of mindful and ethical travel. With over a decade of experience crafting stories that inspire responsible travel, Nina shares her invaluable insights on how we can explore the world while making a positive impact. In this uplifting episode, we discuss Nina’s la...

We are bringing the sunshine to Design Her Travel this week with guest Michelle Pijanowski, otherwise known as PJ. This week we dive deep into the world of travel as PJ shares how she transformed her passion for exploration into a budding career. PJ shares the story of embarking on her first solo journey across Canada, visiting 11 cities by train, and how that experience propelled her to travel to...

Join us in a special celebration episode this week as Design Her Travel marks its 1st Anniversary!! 🥳  (Check out the giveaway at the below!) In this solo episode, your host, Kim Anderson, takes you on a reflective journey, diving deep into three common threads from a year of inspiring guest interviews. After almost 70 interviews with people who have crafted a life dreams are made of their succes...

Join us in an inspiring conversation this week with guest Kayla Ihrig, a multi-talented marketing extraordinaire who crafted her expertise through Pinterest. As creator of the travel blog Writing from Nowhere and a newly published author of  the book Become a Digital Nomad: Build a Successful Career While Traveling the World, Kayla shares her journey to building a successful career on your own ter...

Have you ever thought that a life full of travel is impossible because of your 9-5? Well, get ready, because this week’s guests blow the top right off of that idea! We embark on a transformative journey this week with Dasha & Kyle as they unveil the secrets to designing your dream life with travel at its core. They share all the ways a life filled with travel is possible, even with a mortgage,...

Do you have a dream of seeing the world but don't have anyone to go with? Or are you interested in learning more about the life of a full-time travel creator? If so, get ready, because this episode is absolute fire!🔥 In this week's episode we dive deep into the world of solo travel, chasing dreams, and navigating the realm of full-time content creation with the inspiring Savanna Crowell...

Happy 2024 Design Her Travel Community! I'm excited for the 1st episode this year. I'm one of the lucky ones in life that get to ring in the new calendar year and a new year of existence on the planet in the same week. Yep, you got it -  it's my birthday week! 🥳 So, to shake things up a little, I decided to flip the script and showcase an interview I recently did on The Travel Tran...

Embark on a transformative journey this week with Jason Robinson, creator of the Nomad Experiment.  Join us in this inspiring encore episode as we unravel Jason Robinson's extraordinary life—how he redefined his path at 40, faced with a Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis, and embraced a full-time nomadic adventure. From conquering fears to global exploration, Jason's story is a testament to life&...