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The Erica James Travel Show#100 My First BaecationI’ll be talking about my first Baecation. For those who don’t know, I’ve been a travel agent for about 17 years, and I’ve only travelled solo, with other travel agents, or with my friends. This time, I took my first Baecation, and I have some tips for those of you considering taking your own first Baecation. Support the showContact 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
2024-04-2225 minThe Erica James Travel Show#99 I'm back! Bahamas Cruise on Carnival FreedomI’ll be talking about the cruise I recently took to the Bahamas – the first cruise I’ve taken since pre-pandemic. Support the showContact 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
2024-04-0839 minThe Erica James Travel Show#97 Alexis' Full Circle Travel JourneyI’m joined by Alexis from Have Curves, Will Travel.She is a plus-size traveler breaking stereotypes, pushing boundaries, and encouraging others to travel regardless of their backgrounds.Support the showContact 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
2024-03-1140 minThe Erica James Travel Show#96 Unpacking Vacation Packages: What Some People Don't Understand!Join me in this episode as we delve deep into the world of travel packages, uncovering the hidden gems and demystifying the misconceptions. Get ready to change the way you plan your next vacation and interactions with a travel agent.In this episode, Erica James unpacked how vacation packages really work and some other travel misunderstandings that she encounters with customers.Support the showContact 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
2023-10-0230 minThe Erica James Travel Show#95 Passport to Paradise: Chronicles of a Travel Agent's Fam TripGet ready to embark on a journey like no other with 'Passport to Paradise: Chronicles of a Travel Agent's Fam Trip'! Join me, your friendly Nashville travel agent, as I take you behind the scenes of the exhilarating world of Fam Trips. Support the showContact 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
2023-09-2524 minThe Erica James Travel Show#94: Support BLACK Periodt w/ Franny the TravelerIn today’s episode, I will be talking to Princess Francois, aka Franny The Traveler, and we are getting into her new book, Support Black Periodt.By the end of this episode, you will have the tools, resources, and insights so that we can all support black businesses, intentionally.Support the showContact 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
2023-01-0938 minThe Erica James Travel Show#93: A Client's Experience: First All Inclusive in JamaicaIn today’s episode, I will be talking to another one of my clients, Altie, and she is going to tell us about her experience staying at the Royalton White Sands Resort with her husband, two kids, and her brother-in-law and his wife.None of them have ever flown out of the US or stayed at an all-inclusive resort, and today we are going to get her opinions on all-inclusive resorts versus cruising, and some tips and tricks for when you want to book your all-inclusive resort vacation.Support the showContact Erica Ja...
2023-01-021h 04The Erica James Travel Show#92: Why Are Yall So Mad While TravelingIf you’ve been following travel news, you have heard about the increase in unruly passengers that have been causing delays, rerouting flights, and ruining everybody else’s plans and experiences.In today’s episode, I need to address those unruly passengers and get to the bottom of this.Support the showContact 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
2022-12-2637 minThe Erica James Travel Show#91: A Traveler's Experience: First All-Inclusive ResortAfter two years of doing this podcast, I’m changing things up for this episode.In today’s episode, I will be talking to one of my clients, Pam, and she is going to tell us all about her experience staying at the RIU Reggae All-Inclusive Resort (which was also her first flight trip out of the US, as well as her first all-inclusive resort stay).Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join my P...
2022-11-2840 minThe Erica James Travel Show#90: If Your Luggage is Lost/DelayedIn episode 88, I talked about how you can minimize your chances of your luggage getting lost or delayed.In today’s episode, I will be talking about the things that you can do if your luggage either doesn’t arrive at your destination or arrives a few days later. This happened to one of us in our group when we travelled to Riu Baja California, and it is not the way you want to be starting your vacation.Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJth...
2022-11-0715 minThe Erica James Travel Show#89: Riu Baja CaliforniaLast month, I stayed at the Riu Baja California in Cabo San Lucas for 6 days, and this time I travelled for vacation and not as a travel agent. In this episode, I will be going through the experience I had so that you can have the information you may need to decide if you want to stay at this resort on your vacation.Support the showContact 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 h...
2022-10-3119 minThe Erica James Travel Show#88: Lost LuggageAfter returning home from a trip in Cabo San Lucas with 9 other people, one person had to wait several days to receive her luggage.So, today’s episode is going to be about what you can do to minimise your risk of losing your luggage.Disclaimer: These are not 100% guaranteed to prevent your luggage being lost or delayed. They’re only to minimise your chances.Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at...
2022-10-2414 minThe Erica James Travel Show#87: I Stayed There: Secrets Royal Beach Punta CanaAs you heard in Episode 86, I spoke about my stay at Impressive Premium Resort, Punta Cana. After leaving Impressive Premium, I took a taxi down the road to stay at Secrets Royal Beach, Punta Cana.In this episode, I will be giving you the downlow on what to expect if you decide to stay at this AAA-rated All-Inclusive resort.Support the showContact 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
2022-10-1714 minThe Erica James Travel Show#86: I Stayed There: Impressive Premium ResortSince the last episode, I’ve been staying at various resorts so that I can give you suggestions, advice, and insight into staying at these resorts during your travels. Even though some resorts invite me to stay there, I will always be keeping it real for my clients, so you will hear the good, the bad, and the ugly.In this episode, I’ll be talking about my stay at Impressive Premium Resort, Punta Cana.Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at...
2022-10-1021 minThe Erica James Travel Show#85: Hot Tips to Keep Family Travel FunIn this episode, I talk to Brian Noggle, co-founder of Frankie Dean® Dream Blankets™. We are going to be talking about traveling with family - as y’all know, I’m single with no kids, so I invited Brian to share his tips for keeping family travel fun for those of you who want to get into travel with your kids.Support the showContact 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
2022-10-0332 minThe Erica James Travel Show#84: I'm backI took some time off, and I really felt like I needed to address this.Many people told me not to bring attention to my hiatus and to just continue releasing episodes from where I left off, but things have happened in the last few months and I feel that I need to talk about how travel has helped me get back to where I want to be.Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at...
2022-09-1214 minThe Erica James Travel Show#83: Sex and TravelWelcome to episode 83! Today, I’m joined by writer and body image advocate, Laura Delarato.Today, we’re getting into all things self-love, sex, and travel. Being comfortable with has a big influence on both your sex life and your travel, and we are going to dive deep and talk about ways that you can become more comfortable with yourself so that you can live your best sex and travel life.Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on T...
2022-09-051h 03The Erica James Travel Show#82: Music Festival Travel with Johnny McLeanToday, I have a good friend of mine, podcaster, music festival connoisseur, traveller, Johnny Mclean.This episode is going to be so good. For the past few episodes, we’ve dedicated them to specific niches of travel, and today, we’re getting into Music Festival Travel.Everybody loves music. If you love music AND travel, you may want to merge the two, and music festival travel is the perfect way to do that.Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at...
2022-04-1857 minThe Erica James Travel Show#81: Bleisure TravelDo you remember when we would travel somewhere and we would always get the question, “business or pleasure?”When I first graduated college, I would travel for my first job, and that was business travel. We didn’t have social media, so no one was taking advantage of all the opportunities that we now know exist. If I knew about bleisure travel, believe me, I would’ve been living my best travel life a long time ago.Today, if I get asked the question, “business or pleasure?”, I’m saying both business AND pleasure, which is what we’re goi...
2022-04-0424 minThe Erica James Travel Show#80: Marijuana Tourism: How You Can Center Your Travel Around WeedIt’s episode 80, y’all!I feel like we know each other well enough now, right?Today’s episode is going to be all about cannabis tourism, and because we know each other so well, I’m going to be calling it weed as well.It is March 28th, which is National Weed Appreciation Day (not the kind of weed we’re talking about today), and that gave me the idea to find out everything I could about cannabis and tourism, and let me tell you - it’s been enlightening!Support the...
2022-03-2821 minThe Erica James Travel Show#79: Wellness TravelToday, we’re taking a few deep breaths and talking about wellness travel.According to the Wellness Tourism Association, wellness travel is “travel that allows the traveler to maintain, enhance, or kickstart a healthy lifestyle, and support or increase one’s sense of wellbeing.”It is so important to live inward, find ourselves, and experience true wellbeing, and if you’ve been listening to the podcast for a while, you know how many guests have said that travel is the best way to discover who you are, down to your core.Support the show
2022-03-2125 minThe Erica James Travel Show#78: How to Center Your Travel Around SportsPeople go on vacations for all sorts of reasons.From people who like history to people who like going on wellness vacations, ski vacations, and beach vacations, there is a vacation to cater to anyone’s interests.That includes sports. This is a theme that not many people talk about, so I’m going to talk about it today.Support the showContact 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
2022-03-1620 minThe Erica James Travel Show#77: Plan B Tips for Traveling During a PandemicIt’s been two years since the Covid pandemic shut down the entire planet.When you’re traveling, you need to have a Plan B. Especially during these times when everything could change in an instant and cause problems for your Plan A.No one wants to have to think about bad stuff when traveling. We all just want to travel and have a good time and enjoy our vacations.That’s great and all, but you also don’t want to be having a great vacation and be unprepared for that one time tha...
2022-03-0720 minThe Erica James Travel Show#76: Black History Themed TravelIt is finally here!Black History Month has arrived, and I am so excited!Today’s episode is about black history and travel, and I wanted to reflect on the fact that I have the freedom to actually travel to wherever I want to spend my vacation.So, today’s episode is celebrating black history and I’m going to give you some ways that you can add a little bit of black history into your trip, no matter where you go.Support the showContact Erica James Follow...
2022-02-2122 minThe Erica James Travel Show#75: How to Incorporate Romance into TravelHappy Valentine’s Day!Today’s episode is all about romance, and because this is a travel podcast, I’m talking about spicing up your travels with some romance.There are the usual romantic trips, such as the weddings, honeymoons, babymoons, anniversaries, vow renewals, or whichever milestone you want to celebrate.Support the showContact 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
2022-02-1424 minThe Erica James Travel Show#74: Travel Talk with Will HollingworthToday, I’m talking to William Hollingworth. He is the author of All 48: Drive Your Dreams, a true story about him and his wife, Jessica, as they navigate young parenthood, William’s deployment in the army, and into the spontaneous road trip that sparked their desire to see more of the world.In this episode, you will hear about their journey, how to plan for a road trip, how to get double the experience in one trip, and how they travel with full-time jobs (at one point they had 2 jobs each).Support the showCo...
2022-02-0852 minThe Erica James Travel Show#73: RIU Palace Costa RicaSupport the showContact 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
2022-01-3130 minThe Erica James Travel Show#72: Planet Hollywood Costa RicaWelcome back to another episode about Costa Rica!This time, I’ll be telling you about Planet Hollywood, the all-inclusive resort where I stayed for two whole weeks in Costa Rica.There are many reviews online about every resort and experience, and sometimes you can’t tell if they’re reliable or not, so I went to experience Planet Hollywood and Riu Palace Costa Rica so that I could give you my recommendations as a travel agent for when you decide to visit Costa Rica.Support the showContact Erica James Fo...
2022-01-2431 minThe Erica James Travel Show#71: I'm Back from Costa RicaAfter the ordeal that I spoke about in the previous episode, I finally had my vacation in Costa Rica.Despite the flight cancellation that delayed my trip by one day, I still managed to spend around 21 days in Costa Rica, and it was amazing.If you ever get the opportunity to go to Costa Rica, there are a few things that you need to know, and a few experiences that you need to have in order to make it the most memorable vacation you could possibly take.Support the showContact...
2022-01-1724 minThe Erica James Travel Show#70: A Delay is Not a DenialWelcome to 2022!I’m sure many of you are familiar with the message of “a delay is not a denial.” Today, I’m putting it into the context of travel.A delayed flight is not the end of a vacation. Even a cancelled flight doesn’t have to cancel your trip.Most of you probably know that I recently travelled to Costa Rica, and on the way there, my flight was cancelled.I could’ve cancelled my entire trip and gone home, but I decided to take it as a slight delay to the...
2022-01-1021 minThe Erica James Travel Show#69: Are You a Member of the No Vacation Nation?Did you know that in 2018 there were 768 million days of vacation that were just not taken in the US alone? 236 million of those days didn’t carry over to 2019.That’s $65.5 Billion in benefits just thrown away.This is what the No Vacation Nation looks like – just giving away vacation days, and for what? Are you expecting an award for perfect attendance?Do you live in the No Vacation Nation?Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheT...
2021-11-2223 minThe Erica James Travel Show#68: My Atlanta BirthdayIt was my birthday recently. #VirgoFTWFor my birthday, I went to Atlanta with a few friends.Atlanta is where I would go twice a year for my travels, before I did any of my international trips, so going back there for my birthday was pure nostalgia.I was invited to Atlanta for a bachelorette party, and because it was my birthday, we decided to take that weekend and turn up all over Atlanta.Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at...
2021-11-1513 minThe Erica James Travel Show#67: Be Intentional with Your LifeLet me just ask you: are you living your best life?It might seem like a straightforward question, but have you really thought about the answer?Today’s episode is going to be some more travel motivation, but you can really apply these tips to any part of your life.Whatever your best life looks like, whether it’s traveling the world, skydiving, climbing mountains, or searching for the greatest French fries in the world, you need to ask yourself the right questions to get you started on that journey, and then you need...
2021-11-0811 minThe Erica James Travel Show#66: How to Manage Expectations when TravelingI don’t know if any of you have noticed, but we’re in the middle of a pandemic.Destinations have restrictions on travel, and these restrictions are constantly changing.If you’re expecting a smooth travel experience, now is not the time to look for it. You can, however, take whichever situation you’re in, lower your expectations, and find happiness in the parts that are going well.Today, I have some tips on how to manage that expectation when you’re on a vacation.Support the showContact Er...
2021-11-0115 minThe Erica James Travel Show#65: You Are Responsible for Your Own HappinessLike the last episode, today’s episode is about happiness. More specifically, it’s about being responsible for your own happiness.Are you taking responsibility for your happiness? When was the last time someone gave you a look that you didn’t appreciate, and did you get upset about it?If you did, you’ve given that person control over your happiness.Today, I’m going to give you the things that you can do in order to reclaim your power over your own happiness on vacation, and in your life.Support th...
2021-10-2531 minThe Erica James Travel Show#64: Being Happy is a ChoiceToday, I need to talk about happiness.I just came back from a group trip, and having to adjust to different people’s personalities, moods, needs, and wants can sometimes be a bit tiring, especially when there are people with a permanent bad vibe.If you are a naturally happy, fun-loving person, you know that you don’t want those negative vibes to rub off on you. Neither do I. No one wants it.So, today’s episode is going to be about finding your happiness if you’re one of those people who alwa...
2021-10-1816 minThe Erica James Travel Show#63: You Got This Girl: A Tale of TriumphI have an amazing story about one of my clients that I have to share with you all today.She thought she couldn’t travel by herself. She was determined not to get on the plane on her own. This is the story of so many travellers who reach the gate and panic, and then decide to ditch their plans because of their fears.In the end, she went on her trip. She got on that plane and she went on her vacation, and I could not be more proud of someone for overcoming her fe...
2021-10-1135 minThe Erica James Travel Show#62: How to Work with a Travel AgentToday’s episode is all about how to work with a travel agent.Planning a vacation can be stressful, and you shouldn’t have to try to do it on your own. Travel agents are the solution – we can ensure that you have the perfect vacation while keeping your pockets satisfied.As a travel agent myself, there are a few pointers that I can give you to ensure that the travel planning, and eventually the traveling itself, goes as smoothly as possible, and that you end up exactly where you never knew you wanted to go.
2021-10-0415 minThe Erica James Travel Show#61: How to Budget for VacationIn today’s episode, I need to talk about vacation budgets.If you don’t know how to budget properly, it can have serious consequences on your finances. Not everyone’s money has no limits, and the thought of a more-than-average vacation could seem out of reach for many people.As a travel agent, I start things off by asking about my clients’ budgets. Why? So that I can make that budget work for the kind of vacation that you want to have. I’m not here to max out your budget, trust me.But it’s...
2021-09-2715 minThe Erica James Travel Show#60: Travel Talk with Karen GershowitzToday, I’m talking to Karen Gershowitz. She’s a recently-retired successful businesswoman, author, and mentor. Plus, while holding down a full-time job, she traveled to over 90 countries.If you ever need an example of what is possible, Karen’s whole life is that example.In this episode, you will get to hear about her fascinating life of travel, career, and adventure, and she will show you how you can take advantage of every opportunity to have the kinds of experiences that most will only dream of.Support the showContact Erica...
2021-09-2056 minThe Erica James Travel Show#59: The Psychological Benefits of Vacationing with Dr. Leo FlanaganToday is a bit of a different episode.We’re going to talk about the importance of taking a vacation.Yes, taking vacations are not just for having fun once a year. They’re also there for your health. Now, they’re only good for your health if you properly prepare yourself beforehand.In this episode, I have Dr Leo Flanagan, psychologist and trauma expert, and he is going to tell us exactly why vacations are so important, how we can transform our vacations to get the most health benefits from our time off, a...
2021-09-1356 minThe Erica James Travel Show#58: Villas of DistinctionHave you ever thought about renting out a villa for your vacation?It probably sounds too expensive, so you’d rather go to an all-inclusive resort, right?Well, Steve from Villas of Distinction is here today to talk about the benefits of staying at a vacation home rather than at a resort.Support the showContact 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
2021-09-0647 minThe Erica James Travel Show#57: When The Seat Belt Sign Goes Off with Nicole L. DavisToday, I get to talk to Nicole L. Davis. Nicole’s career was on its way to her becoming an international businesswoman when she decided to make a change and become a flight attendant for a major airline. In this episode, she will be getting into the details about her life as a flight attendant - it’s not the lifestyle that you’re imagining it is, but she does get to travel the world. She also talks about her book, When TheSeatbelt Sign Goes Off, and there are a few things that she wants travelle...
2021-09-0356 minThe Erica James Travel Show#56: Pros and Cons of Travel Insurance with Laura AdamsToday, I am talking to Laura Adams, finance analyst, and insurance expert. She has been in over 2000 interviews, featured on major networks such as ABC World News, NBC, CBS, and FOX. She knows what she’s talking about.We’re going to talk about all things travel insurance. This is one of my favourite topics, and it’s also extremely important for those who want to travel.Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Join m...
2021-08-2353 minThe Erica James Travel Show#55: I'm Back! Hideaway at Royalton NegrilFor this episode, I am going to be telling you about my experience staying at The Hideaway at Royalton Negril in Jamaica.The previous time I stayed in Jamaica, I spent 2 weeks at the Royalton Negril. Both the Royalton Negril and the Hideaway are on the same property, but are separate resorts - the Hideaway is the adult-only side of the property.Today, I’ll be giving you my tips, tricks, and suggestions for when you decide to take a vacation to Negril, Jamaica.Support the showContact Erica James Fo...
2021-08-1626 minThe Erica James Travel Show#54: Travel Talk with Stacey Weston-AzimToday, I’ll be talking to Stacey from She Travelin’.Stacey has been to over 40 countries, she has traveled solo and in groups, she has done road trips, stayed in hostels in Portugal and Singapore, and she even owns an RV.We’ll be talking about all of that and more as we get to know this incredible woman who’s making it happen for herself and others.Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok a...
2021-08-091h 02The Erica James Travel Show#53: Travel Talk with Tiffany HeardToday, I have Tiffany Heard on the show!Tiffany is a Ghana travel expert, author of Hues of Africa, blogger, volunteer, and world traveller.We’re going to get into all things Africa - what she has experienced in her many visits there, and what we need to know when we decide to visit Africa ourselves.This episode is definitely going to inspire you to learn more, travel more, and experience more, especially all over Africa.Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on In...
2021-08-0251 minThe Erica James Travel Show#52: My Experience as a Tourist in My Own HometownI’ve been talking about being a tourist in your hometown, so I decided to actually do it myself so that I could tell you what the experience was like.I took some time to be a tourist in my hometown of Nashville, Tennessee - yes, Music City itself, and today, I’m here to give you the ins and outs of my staycation, and the information you need to become a tourist in your own hometown as well.Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at...
2021-07-2639 minThe Erica James Travel Show#51: Being A Tourist In Your HometownI just got back from a weekend vacation in my own hometown of Nashville. I stayed at a resort, visited some great restaurants and bars, and did some tours, just like I would if I was a tourist.If this pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that we need to appreciate the things that we have, and if you’re a traveller like me, to enjoy the destinations that are right around us. Your own city is a tourist destination to others, so why not make it one for yourself as well?Today, I’m goin...
2021-07-1918 minThe Erica James Travel Show#50: About the Nashville Convention & Visitors CorpToday, I’m going to be talking about my hometown, Nashville, Tennessee. Joining me is Staci Flores, Tourism Sales Manager from the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp, and we’re going to get into vacationing in Nashville, what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of what Nashville has to offer.Support the showContact 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
2021-07-1235 minThe Erica James Travel Show#49: 1-Year Podcast Anniversary Episode: Ask Me AnythingEpisode 49 celebrates the 1-year anniversary of the Erica James Travel Show podcast with an Ask Me Anything Episode.Support the showContact 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
2021-07-0643 minThe Erica James Travel Show#48: Are You a Travel Procastinator?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 showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at @EJtheTravelDiva Jo...
2021-06-2821 minThe Erica James Travel Show#47: Travel Talk with D. CarrieThis 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 to go.”Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and...
2021-06-211h 24The Erica James Travel Show#46: How to Pick an All-Inclusive ResortAre 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 showContact 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
2021-06-1523 minThe Erica James Travel Show#45: How to Cut Cost After Booking a VacationHave 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 showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on...
2021-06-0716 minThe Erica James Travel Show#44: Riu Palace Cabo San LucasErica James shares her experience in Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas, an all-inclusive resort in Mexico where spent three weeks working remotely.Support the showContact 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
2021-05-3115 minThe Erica James Travel Show#43: Travel Talk with Rachel V. HillToday, 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 showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on Ti...
2021-05-2448 minThe Erica James Travel Show#42: Cruise vs All-Inclusive ResortIn this episode, I’ll be giving you the similarities and differences between all-inclusive resorts and cruises.Support the showContact 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
2021-05-1736 minThe Erica James Travel Show#41: Tips to Keep Your Vehicle Running Smoothly While TravelingToday’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 and experience different places.Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me...
2021-05-1026 minThe Erica James Travel Show#40: Work and WanderlustThere 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 showContact 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
2021-05-0324 minThe Erica James Travel Show#39 How to Plan a Perfect Vacation with your FriendsAre 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 you don’t see the red flags, your trip could go very wrong. So, I came up with a list of tips to help y...
2021-04-2618 minThe Erica James Travel Show#38: Planet Hollywood Cancun Review - My ExperienceIn 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 showContact Erica James Follow me and tag me on Instagram at @EJtheTravelDiva Tweet me at @EJtheTravelDiva Follow me on TikTok at...
2021-04-1923 minThe Erica James Travel Show#37: COVID-19 Testing Required for U.S. Entry - My ExperienceI 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 showContact 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
2021-04-1217 minThe Erica James Travel Show#36: Solo Travel That's Good For The SoulToday, 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 showContact 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
2021-04-0553 minThe Erica James Travel Show#35: House Sitting to TravelToday, 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 showContact 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
2021-03-2946 minThe Erica James Travel Show#34: The Cons of All-Inclusive Resorts and How to Fix ThemToday, 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 showContact 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
2021-03-1536 minThe Erica James Travel Show#33: Vaccine or Retire PassportIn 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 showContact 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
2021-03-0814 minThe Erica James Travel Show#32: A Fairytale VacationToday, 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 showContact 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
2021-03-011h 03The Erica James Travel Show#31: From Tragedy to TriumphToday, 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 showContact 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
2021-02-2251 minThe Erica James Travel Show#30: The Value of Travel from a Life CoachJulie 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 showContact 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
2021-02-161h 18The Erica James Travel Show#29: A Couple That Travels TogetherIn 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 showContact 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
2021-02-0856 minThe Erica James Travel Show#28: Her Packing List with Brooke SchoenmanIn 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 showContact 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
2021-02-0145 minThe Erica James Travel Show#27: The Workcation and How It WorksToday, 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 showContact 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
2021-01-2523 minThe Erica James Travel Show#26: Spreading Positivity with Phil CalvertIn 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 showContact 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
2021-01-1142 minThe Erica James Travel Show#25: My Summer of COVIDMany 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 showContact 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
2021-01-0424 minThe Erica James Travel Show#24: What Travelers are Losing Due to COVID-19Things are not the same anymore.As travelers, there are some things that have been taken away from our experiences –some luxuries, comforts, and conveniences that would have made for a better vacation.Support the showContact 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
2020-12-2821 minThe Erica James Travel Show#23: My Solo Travel to Jamaica I just returned from a trip to Jamaica, and let me tell you something – it felt good breathing that fresh ocean air and having sand between my toes. It felt good all the way into the depths of my soul. As much as I want to reminisce about living my best life for 5 days in Jamaica, this episode is about traveling solo, and how I ended up taking this solo trip to Jamaica. There were struggles, I had internal battles, and I had to take some steps just to get there. Support the showCon...
2020-12-2122 minThe Erica James Travel Show#22: Your Dream Vacation in St. Lucia wtih Keiwa SimpsonIn this episode, I talk to Keiwa Simpson. She is a vacation planner living in St. Lucia, and today she’s going to tell us about this beautiful, romantic Caribbean island. Support the showContact 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
2020-12-1441 minThe Erica James Travel Show#21: How and Why I Travel Several Times a YearIn today’s episode, I’m going to tell you how and why I travel, and a little bit about my background. Support the showContact 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
2020-11-3026 minThe Erica James Travel Show#20: Female Solo Travel Safety TipsI’ve been there! I get it. You’re going to a new place, and the thought of traveling alone can seem a bit daunting. All you want is to have a good time with the least stress.Over my many years of traveling (and several solo vacations), I’ve come up with a list of safety tips for the female travelers out there who just want to get out there and put their toes in the sand – and to go solo.Support the showContact Erica James Follow me and tag...
2020-11-2313 minThe Erica James Travel Show#19: Martinique Lewis, Author of The ABC Travel Green BookEpisode 19 of the Erica James Travel show features Martinique Lewis discussing the inspiration and purpose of The ABC Travel Green Book.Support the showContact 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
2020-11-1633 minThe Erica James Travel Show#18: 15 Things to do Before You TravelAvoid the stress, uncertainty, and possible disappointments by having a to-do list. Don’t know what to put on that list? In this episode, you’ll learn the 15 things that you should be doing before you even leave your house to go on that vacation.Support the showContact 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
2020-11-0924 minThe Erica James Travel Show#17: Is a Clean Room All You Really Want? The most annoying thing to hear as a travel agent is “I don’t mind where it is, all I want is a clean room.” So, as long as you have a clean room, the rest of the hotel can be awful, your food can be horrible, and the service can be terrible? I don’t think so. “All I want is a clean room.” No, you don’t. The most important question that you need to answer when booking your vacation shouldn’t be “what’s the price?” You should be asking, “What do I want to experience on vac...
2020-11-0237 minThe Erica James Travel Show#16: Packing Tips and Advice from Travel Fashion GirlOn the show today we have Alexandra (Alex) Jimenez of Travel Fashion Girl. Travel Fashion Girl is a website that teaches women how to travel via carryon only for any destination in the world. Support the showContact 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
2020-10-2747 minThe Erica James Travel Show#15: Travel Talk with Ray BlakneyIn this episode, I am talking to Ray Blakney about his travel journey and life. Ray was born in the Philippines, grew up in Istanbul, Turkey and now lives in Mexico. He shares his travel stories along the way.Support the showContact 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
2020-10-0538 minThe Erica James Travel Show#14: Why Visit JamaicaI'm talking to Tamara Christie-Johnson from the Jamaica Tourist Board about why Jamaica is a good idea for a vacation destination. We are talking about things to do, what to see and what to eat.Support the showContact 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
2020-09-2854 minThe Erica James Travel Show#13: Travel Talk with Joey HeldJoey Held of the Phat Phoodie Blog stops by the Erica James Travel Podcast Show for a little travel talk to discuss his travel journey.Support the showContact 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
2020-09-211h 00The Erica James Travel Show#12: Travel Tips I Learned from Watching SeinfeldI am a HUGE Seinfeld fan! That's why in episode #12 of the Erica James Travel Show, I am giving you 19 of the best travel tips that I have learned from watching Seinfeld.Support the showContact 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
2020-09-1429 minThe Erica James Travel Show#11: Travel Talk with Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon (JetSetSarah)In Episode 11 of The Erica James Travel Show, I am talking to the Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, aka JetSetSarah, who is a travel writer who has been featured in Forbes, Travel + Leisure and Essence Magazine. I am diving into Sarah's travel background and journey and why she loves the Caribbean so much.Support the showContact 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
2020-09-0745 minThe Erica James Travel Show#10: 13 Helpful Tips to Plan a Girlfriend GetawayIn episode 10 of The Erica James Travel Show, I am discussing 13 helpful tips that you will need to plan a successful girlfriends getaway with your group of girlfriends.Support the showContact 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
2020-08-3122 minThe Erica James Travel Show#9: Travel Talk with Leonard BeanIn today's episode, we're going to talk to Leonard Bean who has a love and a passion for travel. He will share how his passion for travel was sparked, the many places he has been and how he is pivoting during this pandemic to feed his travel needs.Support the showContact 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
2020-08-2457 minThe Erica James Travel Show#8: 10 Sustainable Travel Tips for the Newly Inspired TravelerHave you ever wanted to be an environmentally responsible traveller but did not know where to start? I am here to help you take baby steps towards your journey to be a more responsible traveler. This episode is for you! Support the showContact 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
2020-08-1722 minThe Erica James Travel Show#7: Why Travel Insurance? Here's the BenefitsTravel insurance is as important as your vacation. You have to put your business in order even before you make that trip to your dream vacation. The benefits of having travel insurance cover are immense and much needed when traveling. It is important not to take any chances when traveling which will also ensure you enjoy your trip without worries.Support the showContact 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
2020-08-1036 minThe Erica James Travel Show#6: The Beginner's Episode to Travel PointsIn today's episode, we are learning how to earn travel points and travel FREE! Earning miles, what credit card to use, loyalty cards and more! This episode will get you started on your way to earning free travel.Support the showContact 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
2020-07-2738 minThe Erica James Travel Show#5: Would you take a BAEcation with Someone That You are NOT in a Relationship with?I invited two of my girls- Ingrid and Tamara so we can discuss this topic. They both have two different views with Ingrid saying NO she would not go on a BAEcation with someone she’s not in a relationship with and Tamara saying YES to the same.Support the showContact 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
2020-06-071h 01The Erica James Travel Show#3: Benefits of Using a Travel AgentI have compiled six reasons why you should use a travel agent because I care for you.Support the showContact 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
2020-06-0712 minThe Erica James Travel Show#4: Steps New Travelers Should Take, NowIn the show today, I give tips on how you can prepare for travel as a first-time traveler.What’s even more fun? It’s firsthand information with my firsthand examples and experiences!Support the showContact 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
2020-06-0712 minThe Erica James Travel Show#2: Start Your Debt Free Travel Journey with Jateria PittmanTravel doesn’t have to be complicated and expensive; it is the small daily steps that you take which will take you to your goals. My guest in the show today, Jateria Pittman, says there are several ways you can plan and save money for travel while still paying your debt.Support the showContact 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
2020-06-0541 minThe Erica James Travel Show#1: Welcome to the Erica James Travel Podcast!#001 - Travelers pack your bags because Erica James is on a mission to help real people, with real jobs and real budgets travel the world and travel well. From tips about how to pack, reviews of destinations and interviews with experts, Erica James aims to help new travelers as they ease from guided trips and cruises to exploring on their own. Support the showContact 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
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