The Erica James Travel Show

Episode 49 celebrates the 1-year anniversary of the Erica James Travel Show podcast with an Ask Me Anything Episode. Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join my Podcast Community here

Are you a travel procrastinator? A couple of months ago, I sent out an email to my subscribers about an amazing Labour Day vacation package to Planet Hollywood Cancun. I gave everyone 2 weeks to pay their deposit. It’s now June, and people are still calling me and asking if the package is still available. Why? Because they are travel procrastinators. Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me...

This week, I talk to fellow podcaster, dCarrie. She is the host of the Travel N Sh!t Podcast, and she is a solo woman of colour traveller. If you have ever thought you don’t have enough money to travel, or you’re not ready to travel, or you can’t travel like ‘other people’, dCarrie has got you. Even with a full-time job, she has been proving to the world why she is a strong advocate of “we all get...

Are you always asking people for recommendations on the perfect all-inclusive resort only to get 10 different suggestions and you still have no clue what is right for you?  This episodes discusses how to pick the right resort for you and your travel style. Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at...

Have you ever put together the last of your coins just to go on your vacation, and hoped that you don’t get any surprise out-of-pocket expenses? I’m willing to bet you’ve been there or you know someone who’s been there. Today, I’m going to be giving you the tips and tricks for when you need that vacation, but you can’t afford any of the extras. Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and ta...

Erica James shares her experience in Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas, an all-inclusive resort in Mexico where spent three weeks working remotely. Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join my Podcast Community here

Today, I sit down and talk to Rachel V. Hill. She was named one of 11 Influencial black women in travel that you should know. Having her on this show is a dream come true. She’s going to share her story from retiring from her 6-figure job at the age of 27, to traveling the world for 6 years, to retiring as a travel influencer, to running a marketing agency. Support the show Contact Erica James Fol...

In this episode, I’ll be giving you the similarities and differences between all-inclusive resorts and cruises. Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join my Podcast Community here

Today’s episode is a bit different. Usually, when I talk about taking a trip, I talk air travel. But, sometimes you just want to get into your car and take a long drive somewhere and have a good time with family or friends. Especially during the pandemic, where people are either uncomfortable with flying or there are some restrictions on flights, taking a road trip is a great way to still go out a...

There are so many people telling you to quit your job, sell your belongings, and travel the world on $50 a day. That’s one way of doing it, but it’s not for everyone. If you have a 9-to-5 job, you can travel the world and still collect your salary!  Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheT...

Are you planning to book a vacation with a friend? I love travelling with friends as much as the next person! It’s guaranteed fun, laughter, and great memories. However, before you can get to having all that fun, you could find yourself going down a difficult and stressful road. In the words of George Costanza from Seinfeld: some trips are relationship killers. If you’re not properly prepared, or...

In February of 2021, I went to Planet Hollywood in Cancun. I was supposed to go in May 2020, but Covid-19 put that plan on hold until finally giving me a chance to go in February 2021 for some Valentine’s self-love. Even after such a long delay, my stay there was absolutely worth the wait, and I will suggest it to anyone looking for an incredible experience in Cancun. Support the show Contact Eric...

I was in Cabo, Mexico, when I heard about the new executive order that requires passengers to have a negative COVID-19 test to enter the US, so I decided to get back to the US rather than risk getting stuck in Mexico. Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join my Podcast Commun...

Today, I talk to Catherine Smith from Her Bags Were Packed . Everything about Her Bags Were Packed is about helping women release emotional baggage through solo travel. Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join my Podcast Community here

Today, I talk to Malina Padgett . After working several years with a yearning to travel, Malina got into house sitting and now travels full-time. Imagine traveling to all your bucket list places without having to pay for accommodation. Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join...

Today, I’ll be talking about a post I saw on the Black People Love All-Inclusive Resorts Facebook Page . The post was a question asking what people DON’T like about all-inclusive resorts. Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join my Podcast Community here

In this episode, I am talking about a hypothetical question --- If you were told that you had to get the COVID-19 vaccine in order to travel, would you get the vaccine or retire your passport? Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join my Podcast Community here

Today, I talk to Mindy Marzec from This Fairytale Life. She is an avid Disney fan and full-time blogger – she even got to fulfill her lifelong dream of having a Disneyland Fairy Tale wedding! Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join my Podcast Community here

Today, I talk to Fletcher Cleaves. He has an incredible story – his life was going perfectly, until a horrible accident changed his life forever. His story is one of tragedy, but also one of hope and empowerment, and he’s on a mission to share it with the world one trip at a time.  Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDi...

Julie DeLucca-Collins shares her travels around the world for business and leisure, as well as her work as a life coach helping people reach the goals they thought were impossible. Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join my Podcast Community here

In this episode, I talk to Leonard and Jernita about their travel journey as a couple. Their story is amazing - their first date was in Panama, and their first kiss was outside the US! Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join my Podcast Community here

In this episode, I talk to Brooke Schoenman . She is the creator of Her Packing List , a resource for female travel gear and packing advice.  Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join my Podcast Community here

Today, I am sharing the best tips on how to work your 9 to 5 from a vacation destination and how to do it successfully. Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join my Podcast Community here

In this episode, I talk to Phil “ Philwaukee ” Calvert. He has been traveling the world, spreading positivity one destination at a time.  We will discuss his incredible journey from playing professional basketball to traveling the world and having his own travel show on Matador Network , and his feature on the cover of Martinique Lewis’s ABC Travel Green Book . Support the show Contact Erica James...

Many feel like 2020 was the worst year ever.  As a Travel Agent, it was very hard on my business.  I could have focused on the negative however I decided to make the most out of 2020 and I had the best summer ever. Support the show Contact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join my Podcast Community...