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The My Outdoorsy Mom PodcastEP 2: Raising Adventurous Kids with Lisa Stanworth of Choose Your Happy PlaceIn my first guest episode, I chat with Lisa Stanworth—a mom of five, travel enthusiast, and host of the Choose Your Happy Place podcast. Lisa shares how her childhood shaped her love for the outdoors, how she keeps things simple and adventurous with kids from toddlerhood to the teenage years, and why walks, multi-generational travel, and tech boundaries matter more than ever. Whether you’re dreaming of big family trips or just want ideas for getting outside after dinner, Lisa offers down-to-earth advice you’ll love.What You’ll Hear:• Lisa’s favorite trav...2025-04-2843 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Baltimore Maryland with Jessica HumanMeet Jessica Human from We Chose Adventures For womens adventure travel you can also now find her on shechoseadventures And for outdoor homeschooling you can find her at mid.atlantic.mama In this episode Jessica will talk all things Baltimore so you can plan the perfect trip. In this episode we will discuss Best time to visit Baltimore Day trips from Baltimore Food to try in Baltimore Restaurants in Baltimore Where to stay in Baltimore Itinerary/must see things in Baltimore2025-01-2023 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Sedona Arizona with Shelby MatthewsShelby was born and raised in Illinois and after some convincing (and a powerpoint) she talked her family into moving to Arizona. Once a social worker, Shelby now shares all the hidden gems and must see places about Arizona on Instagram azfamilyguide She also has a guide to purchase for a more complete guide to Sedona. You can find that here In this episode Shelby will cover everything you need to have your dream family vacation to Sedona Arizona. In this episode we will cover: Best time of year to visit Sedona Arizona R...2025-01-1328 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to the United Kingdom with Jessica WilkinsonJoin me this week as I talk to Jessica Wilkinson all about the U.K. Jessica has had a love of travel from a young age, traveling abroad to explore the world. She has continued her love of travel and now lives in the United Kingdom with her husband and children. She created the instagram page Our Micro Adventures to inspire others to get out and travel, whether with children, solo, womens trips, our couples trips. In this episode we will be covering travel mainly around the midlands. In this episode we will discuss Favorite ti...2025-01-0631 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel with Emily Cooper from Emily Eats and ExploresEmily Cooper is an epidemiologist turned full-time traveler and content creator. In 2021, she started her social media platforms and website, Emily Eats and Explores, to teach women how to confidently travel solo. She has since worked with major travel brands, tourism boards and travel companies, while hosting her own group trips around the world. Today, Emily teaches her community of over 100,000 how they can get paid to travel. Emily has been featured in Newsweek, Huffpost, and is the co-host of the top travel podcast, Travel Chat with Ashley and Emily. In this episode we will be discussing:2024-12-3039 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to El Paso Texas with Alex DuhlAlex Duhl, her husband, toddler, and two dogs decided to move to El Paso Texas for a job offer. They quickly fell in love with El Paso and Alex will be sharing all about it today. Alex strives to share more about El Paso, family friendly restaurants, side trips, and parenting hacks on her instagram, elpasotravelfamily In this episode Alex will be sharing everything you need to plan your next getaway to El Paso Texas. In this episode we will be covering: Best time of year to visit El Paso Favorite restaurants in...2024-12-2326 min
Choose Your Happy Place2024 Year end review with Lisa Stanworth2024 Review of the podcast. Jut recapping the last year of the Choose your happy place podcast. In this episode I'll be chatting about some our the hightlights from this year. Listen to hear what the top episode of the year was, how many countries I have listeners in, and all the fun stats. Next, I'll be sharing about the ups and downs of 2024 as well as travels we have done with our family and recommendations in each location. Finally I'll be sharing about the future of this podcast, my goals, bucket list items and things to look forward to. H...2024-12-1632 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Malaysia with Hannah WoodhamsHannah Woodhams is sharing today all about Malaysia. As a mother of two, with a passion for adventure and exploring, has lived around the world. Originally from Northampton, UK, Hannah has traveled the world as an international teacher. Her family has lived in Shanghai, Malaysia (Penang), UK, and Malaysia again. Living in Malaysia gave her family an incredible access point for travel. Join me on this episode as we learn more about Hannah and her family and all the information she has about Malaysia In this episode we will cover Best time to travel to...2024-12-0933 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Guam with Alicia MendiolaIn this episode we dive into learning all about Guam from Alicia Mendiola. Born and raised in Guam, Alicia shares her story about growing up on the little and beautiful island of Guam. There she met her husband and after serving in the Army, the Mendiolas ended up in Georgia. In this episode we will be covering: Best time of year to visit Guam Food to try in Guam Hiking in Guam Ideal itinerary for visiting Guam 2024-12-0349 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceHumanitarian Work with Ben HigginsBen Higgins, a veteran of ABC’s hit series The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, won over the hearts of loyal viewers with his refreshing vulnerability and willingness to share himself fully. Following his appearances across franchises, Higgins has embarked on numerous ventures, entrepreneurial and otherwise, grounded in faith, a sense of hope for humanity, and a mission to help organizations connect more deeply with their employees and customers. Ben co-founded Generous International in 2017, a for-purpose company dedicated to raising money to create jobs, feed children, improve education, and empower communities to eliminate poverty around the world. Outside of...2024-11-2549 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Roatan Honduras with Cassi SilveusIn this episode we will be covering everything you need to plan a trip to Roatan Honduras. I was joined this week by a new friend I made while visiting Honduras for a humanitarian trip. Cassi had taken her family to the humanitarian trip with Humanity and hope united. We were instant friends. Both in similar family situations and era of life. My husband and I visited Roatan before our humanitarian trip and Cassi and her family visited after. In this episode we discuss both perspectives as well as give ideas for planning your next trip. Cassi i...2024-11-1836 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Zion National Park with Miriam GersdorfMiriam Gersdorf is a Utah-based hiker, outdoor adventurer, and content creator behind the social media account @explore.hike.teach. Her passion is exploring Utah and inspiring others to get outdoors and discover their next favorite adventure. She has been adventuring around Utah for 30 years, exploring the national parks and off-the-beaten-path locations. She advocates for responsible recreation and empowers others to get outside and on the trails. When not hiking, she teaches reading intervention at a local elementary school, spending time with her family and indulging in a good book or disaster movie. In this episode we will be...2024-11-1134 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceHumanity and Hope with Riley FullerRiley Fuller is the President and Co-founder of Humanity and Hope United, a non-profit organization that inspires hope in communities in Honduras. Anyone who meets him immediately feels welcomed into his life and his purpose. He wants to help people break free from poverty, and to be able to make their dreams come true regardless of where they were born, what they look like, or who their parents are. You can learn more about humanity and hope here In this episode we will be diving deep into the mission and goal of humanity and hope united. If...2024-10-2855 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Anchorage Alaska with Deborah RaarupDeborah Raarup from raarupadventures is a lodging photographer and travel blogger that loves to live life adventurously. After her and her husband got married, they sold most of their things and moved to Alaska. After visiting their 50th state together in January 2023, they embarked on a year long world trip with the goal to travel the world for an entire year on less than $100/day. From both their blog and their youtube channel they share their favorite places, things to do, and easy itineraries. In this episodes we will be covering everything from Alaska to plan your...2024-10-2129 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceA Traveler's Mindset with Kat MedinaEntrepreneur, adventurer, world traveler, and public speaker, Kat Medina has traveled to more than 35 countries, and lived in Ecuador, Argentina, France and Spain. She draws upon her passion for travel to inspire joy in others, teaching people how to show up and live fully by embodying a traveler's mindset in daily life. In this episode Kat shares all about her book, The Joys of Jet Lag, and gives helpful and inspirational advice for how to keep that traveler's mindset with you. In this episode we talk about: How travel has changed after having kids 2024-10-0736 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceSummer 2024 Travel RecapSummer 2024 Recap. I wanted to focus one episode on sharing about the ups and downs of our travel. We had a rough beginning to summer but ended with a bang. Summer is a time that I truly treasure with my family but decided to take a podcast break. In this episode I will be sharing about some of the highlights of our summer and recommendations for traveling to Boise and California.2024-09-3016 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to French Polynesia with Eleanor and Dave BrooksSince they were kids, Eleanor and Dave dreamed of traveling around the world and in 2014 they finally took the leap! They spent 18 months on the road and that time changed them to the core; there was no going back... although they had to. They returned to work, started a family, bought a house, and focused on micro adventures but it didn't feel like "the good life." It just felt too busy. So they decided to forge a different kind of future for themselves driven by joy and intention. They made one change after another until they could leave again...2024-09-2348 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel with Summer Adamson and a little extra JayneSummer Adamson is a mother of 4 who was born in California and now lives in Utah. She is an influencer and advocate for children with Down Syndrome, sharing her daughter's Jayne 'extra' witht the world, by showing all of the things she can do with her diagnosis! She loves to travel all around the world with her family. She also recently wrote a book that will be released September 24, 2024. You can preorder her book at Jumelle Press or A little extra Jayne In this episode we will be discussing tips for Traveling tips for big...2024-09-1628 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Bentonville Arkansas with Mady BazzleMady Bazzle is a wife and mother of three (almost four) children. She has lived in several different states including California, Idaho, Utah, Virginia, and her families most recent adventure has been moving to Bentonville, Arkansas. She loves traveling on a budget, photgraphy, food, andything with water and meeting new friends. In this episode we will be covering: What is Bentonville known for? Traveling to Bentonville Where to stay in Bentonville What to do in Bentonville Places to eat in Bentonville Best trails to hike near Bentonville2024-09-0932 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel with Raimee Iacofano from RaimeetravelRaimee Iacofano has been featured on Good Morning America and is a known TikTok travel influencer. With over 500,000 followers across socials- Raimee is inspiring people across the world to travel. At the age of 14, she took her first international trip to Honduras and Belize and she fell in love with experiencing different cultures. From there she spent time all over Europe from study abroad programs in Ireland, Germany France and the Netherlands. She worked for the incredible nomadicmatt remotely managing media and content while getting to explore 5 different continents. In 2021 she had a TikTok she made about...2024-09-0233 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Brevard North Carolina with Mary EllenMary Ellen is one half of the Wonderland on Points podcast duo. She was born and raised a Southern Girl who, as an adult, has bounced up and down the East Coast. She's a busy mom, who spends most of her days dreaming about travel while shuttling kids to sports practices and picking up shifts as a nurse at her local hospital. She's an expert in maximizing credit card rewards for travel and has redeemed thousands of dollars worth of free travel flying her family of 5 to magical destinations. A few of her biggest inspirations that helped mold her...2024-06-0340 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceIndividual Trips with your Children with Kelly JensenWhen Kelly Jensen joined Instagram she quickly gained a following of women from all walks of life who wanted to be inspired to see the good in themselves and each other. Kelly manages to balance her role as a successful entrepreneur, motivational speaker, wife, and mother of five with grace and almost makes you think having five young children is easy. When she has a moment to herself (which isn't often), Kelly likes to adventure and travel the world with her husband. Kelly teaches her five children to live intentionally and dream big by making a "Live...2024-05-2745 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Rio de Janeiro Brazil with Chanika McFlyChanika McFly is an entrepreneur and mother of five. She was born and raised in Reno, Nevada. In 2017 the McFly family sold everything and moved to Brazil. They opened the first trampoline parks called Big Jump USA. The McFly family currently has 3 trampoline parks in Rio de Janeiro where they live. They homeschool their children and document all their wild adventures on YouTube. Their channel is called Our Brazilian Life. In this episode Chanika will break down all the logistics to help create an unbelievable trip to Brazil. In this episode you will f...2024-05-2037 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Queensland Australia with Cörlina SaundersCörlina a dynamic female entrepreneur, CEO, Mother and avid travel enthusiast is on a quest to find the perfect balance between her thriving business ventures and her passion for exploration. With an insatiable curiosity and a relentless drive for success, she navigates both the boardroom and the world map with equal fervor. Embarking on adventure-filled family journeys not only to discover new destinations but also to uncover 'The Ultimate Route" in harmonizing professional achievement with personal fulfillment, she epitomizes the modern woman breaking barriers and forging her own path to greatness." In this episode we cover e...2024-05-1354 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to St Louis Missouri with Joanna BrownJoanna is St. Louis native, a tween girl mom, a fiancé AND the co-host of the Wonderland on Points podcast. She has always had a deep love of travel, but for many years it wasn’t feasible to take vacations on her family’s budget. Learning about credit card points and miles changed everything! Now they are able to take trips of a lifetime for a fraction of the cost. Jo is passionate about financial responsibility and using wise budgeting choices to take the stress out of planning vacations. And now she is using that passion to teach others that...2024-05-0637 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Waco Texas with Jessica SernaJessica Serna is the Creative Mind, Blogger, Writer, Photographer, and Face of My Curly Adventures. a Texas based travel brand that has been inspiring people to find magic in the everyday and encouraging people to live a travel lifestyle even with a 9-5 through looking for local getaways. Jessica, often touted as the Texas Travel Expert, along with her husband, take readers on colorful adventures across Texas and the US, showcasing how sometimes you can "travel the world" without having to travel far, and brings international destinations to her audience. Through these trips, she shares married life, managing curly...2024-04-2924 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with Julianne NienbergJulianne is a stay at home mom of 3, proud Michigander, content creator, and founder of the brand, My Outdoorsy Mom She turned her passion for simple outdoor adventures into a resource for families needing easy ways to get outside and enjoy the outdoors! With 3 littles of her own, she's developed a knack for transforming everyday outings into treasured family memories. Julianne loves exploring the Great Lakes with her family and encourages everyone to see the beauty Michigan has to offer! Julianne created a guide for parents to get outside more with their children. Find the guide here and use...2024-04-2237 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Paris France with Baptiste PrevotBaptiste Prevot is your go-to French-American travel advisor, expert in all things French and fabulous! With a passion for travel and a love for his homeland, Baptiste’s Instagram account, @theFrenchmanGuide, showcases the beauty and culture of France. Join him on Instagram as he shares snapshots of his travels, from exploring iconic landmarks to indulging in delicious pastries. Based in Utah where he lives with his family, Baptiste plans and prepares curated tours of Europe with an emphasis on unique tailored experiences in France. He also offers travel consulting for those in the planning stages of their own personal itineraries. Bap...2024-04-1554 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to St George Utah with Miryka HaberlSt George Kids is your go-to site for all the things to do locally- parks, hikes, events, places to go, things to see, and much more! Started by a mom, who had moved to St George and needed an outlet to discover St George in a way she wasn't used to- with her kids. Her page began by posting parks and hikes, and is now a guide to finding the best things to do for a weeked or finding fun things going on around town. St George Kids has grown tremendously in three years and continues to be a...2024-04-0828 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Boise Idaho with Katie WilliamsKatie is the creative force behind the Traveling Spud blog, an award winning travel and lifestyle blog based in Boise, Idaho. With a focus on showcasing unique ways to explore the world, Katie offers travelers insider tips, unique accomodations finds, and attainable travel advice. From road trip itineraries to packing essentials, her blog and socials are valuable resources for anyone looking to dive more into travel. In this episode we will discuss Boise Idaho and the surrounding areas. If you are looking for roadtrip ideas or side trips around Idaho you won't want to miss this episode. We cover:2024-04-0128 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Málaga Spain with Karen RosenblumKaren Rosenblum is from California but moved to Spain six years ago. After a brief stint in Madrid, she now considers Málaga to be home. A travel industry veteran, Karen has worked for several travel companies including STA Travel and Airbnb. In 2018, she founded Spain Less Traveled, a Spain travel planning service where she works with her clients to plan and personalize their trips to Spain. Karen is also the founder of the Travel Spain! community on Facebook, a forum to discuss Spain travel planning with almost 40,000 members. In her spare time, Karen enjoys traveling the world, riding her bi...2024-03-2537 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Aruba with Erin BellereErin Bellere was born and raised in Pasadena Maryland and still lives there 40 years later. She loves to travel with her husband and two children using points and miles. When she is not traveling, she's researching and planning her next trip. Erin fell in love with Aruba and has returned again and again. In this episode we will discuss all the things to help you plan your trip to Aruba. We will cover: Best time to travel to Aruba Weather in Aruba Best place to stay in Aruba Food to...2024-03-1816 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to the South Island of New Zealand with Jen ParkesJen was born and raised in New Zealand and calls the South Island home, despite being born in the North. She was inspired to start Backyard Travel Family after taking an "easy" hike and found herself using chains to pull herself up with a baby in tow - not exactly what she planned on an easy hike. From here she started her website to provide lots of practical advice about travelling around New Zealand and adventuring with kids to give parents the info they actually need to plan a trip with kids. Now a full time photographer and freelance journalist, she...2024-03-1146 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Los Angeles California with Stephanie LoaizaStephanie Loaiza is one of the founders of the food media company, Six Sisters’ Stuff. With over 4 million followers across their platforms, they focus on quick and easy recipes and ways to bring your family together. She has co-authored 10 cookbooks which have sold over 500,000 copies. In her spare time, you can find her reading, playing pickle ball, or traveling with her husband and 5 kids. In this episode we will discuss everything to plan your perfect trip to Los Angeles California. In this episode we will cover: What to eat in Los Angeles Top th...2024-03-0433 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceMacs Explore with Christina McEvoyChristina McEvoy is the founder of the brand Macs Explore and Adventure Together, which is devoted to helping adventurous families with teens get outdoors and travel to unique destinations around the world. She is also the host of the hit podcast, Your Limitless Life, which explores the intersection of travel, entrepreneurship and self-development. Christina is an adventure travel expert, mom to two teen boys, Stage 4 cancer survivor, and a self-proclaimed "travelpreneur". Having built a successful multiple six-figure a year income from travel content creation, Christina has also helped hundreds of other travel creators build and monetize their own businesses...2024-02-2640 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Jamaica with Dian HollandDian Holland is district sales manager for the Jamaica Tourist board. Her passion for Jamaica and her natural flare for sales and marketing led her to join the Jamaica Tourist board in Kingston, Jamaica in 1978. She was later transferred to Miami Florida then to Los Angeles, California. Realizing that she enjoyed being on the road, connecting with both trade and consumers Diane seized the opportunity to apply for the position of business development manager and now channels her energetic personality, and encourages others to travel to Jamaica. In this episode we will cover everything for you to p...2024-02-1933 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Grand Junction Colorado with Melinda FrandsenMelinda is a mom, entrepreneur, business owner, and influencer. Born and raised in Spanish fork Utah. She is the mom of 4 kids from the ages of 7 to 15. I first found Melinda through instagram when I saw an ad for her bags. A little something about me. I am obsessed with good bags and so when I saw these, I knew I wanted to try it out. I bought one of her bags and fell in love with it and bought another one. She is a beautiful soul who shares their life and struggles and everything in between. Melinda is...2024-02-1235 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceBucket List Family with Jessica GeeJessica Gee began the popular YouTube channel the bucket list family with her husband after planning to travel the world for five months with their two young children. Eight years and another kid later they visited more than 90 countries around the world have grown a following of nearly 2 million YouTube subscribers and 3 million Instagram followers and continue to find ways, big and small, to add to their lifelong travel bucket list. the bucket list family has been named travel influencer of the year two years in a row by the American influencer awards, and nominated for a Nickelodeon kids...2024-02-0531 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel hacking with Kamree PriceKamree Price is the founder of Our Family Passport, co-founder of Travel Reward University, and an Art History Professor. As a mom to a blended family of six, she specializes in finding the BEST ways to earn and maximize points for families and teaches thousands how to do it as well. She has been to over 50 countries on points and miles and most of those with her little ones. Her specialty is finding creative ways to make the most of ALL of the different bank programs and helping others build a points and miles strategy that works for them...2024-01-2937 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Croatia with Jamie EdwardsJamie Edwards is the creator of I am Lost and Found—a website that inspires travel. She created I am Lost and Found to share experiences about the places she's been, hoping that it inspires others to travel, too. Travel has taken Jamie to far corners of the Earth—from the Arctic Circle to the Antarctic continent. Jamie's bungee jumped in New Zealand, climbed the Tiger’s Nest in Bhutan, and tracked silverback gorillas in Uganda. Along the way, she met fascinating people, a Burundian Olympic Gold medalist, a Cambodian monk, and a Sámi shaman. 2024-01-2236 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to the Marshall Islands with Lexie BrownLexie and her husband Zach moved from Washington, DC metro area to Kwajalein, the Republic of the Marshall Islands summer of 2023 for Zach’s job. They sold their house and cars, and Lexie left her job to make the move to the Central Pacific where they will be for the next two years. The Marshall Islands are very remote but it has been a fun adventure learning about and exploring the Central Pacific Region. Lexie is enjoying island living and currently working on her Masters of Science in Space and Aviation from Oklahoma State University 2023-12-2635 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Kansas City Missouri with Amy EastinAmy Eastin got her undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas School of Journalism in Strategic Communications. After graduating, she taught English in Seoul, South Korea for a year, backpacked through Southeast Asia and India for three months, and served in the Peace Corps in Bulgaria. After returning to the states, she settled down in Kansas City, getting her Master's Degree in Public Administration focusing in Nonprofit Management from the University of Missouri- Kansas City. She met her husband and settled down -as much as she ever will. Now they have 3 kids: identical twin 6-year-old girls and a 3-year-old...2023-12-1835 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Salt Lake City Utah with Anna CookAnna was born in North Carolina, lived in Florida and now calls Utah her home. Anna moved to Utah in 2019, is the mom to one adorable little girl, and is a social media infuluecer, blogger, and photographer. Anna shares on her social media, Adventurewithanna, everything you would want to see, do or eat in Salt Lake. In this episode you will hear all about everything you need to plan your trip to Salt Lake Best hikes near Salt Lake Kid-friendly hikes near Salt Lake Food to try in Salt Lake Things...2023-12-1133 min
Choose Your Happy Place2023 Recap with Lisa Stanworth2023 Review of the Podcast. Just recapping the last year of the Choose Your Happy Place Podcast. In this episode I'll be chatting about the some of the highlights from this year. Listen to hear what the top episode of the year was, how many countries I have listeners from, the most shared episode, and top countries. Next, I'll be sharing about the future of this podcast and all of the projects I'll be working on in 2024. Finally, I'll be recapping the travel I was able to do with my family. The ups and down and everything in between. Happy...2023-12-0416 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Phoenix Arizona with Jana TingomJana Tingom, an influencer based in Phoenix, offers an insider's view of family friendly destinations in the Phoenix Metro area and Arizona. Her social media account, Phoenix with kids, serves as an excellent guide for uncovering activities, dining spots, and accommodations, providing inspiration and practical advice. Through her blog, Jana shares more detailed information and insights to enhance her followers' travel experiences. With her informative posts and user-friendly resources, Jana stands out as the primary source for discovering Arizona's hidden gems. In this episode we will discuss everything you need to know to plan your trip to P...2023-11-2023 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Iceland with Kyana Sue PowersKyana was born and raised in the United States. She went on vacation to Iceland and fell in love with the country and decided she wanted to try and move there. She moved to Iceland four years ago and has spent the last three traveling around and figuring out the best things to see and do in Iceland. She is an amazing content creator who is known all over the world for her in depth knowledge about Iceland. In this episode we will get to know Kyana better and hear her incredible story of how she ended up living...2023-11-1353 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to St Augustine Florida with Emily KrauseEmily is a stay at home mom of four between the ages of 3 and 10. She also is a travel blogger and content creator. Before kids she was a high school Spanish teacher. She got her start in the travel industry as a freelance writer when she lived in Florida. With her family she road tripped all over Florida to get content and attended media events at Disney World, Universal Orlando, and LEGOLAND. Now she lives in the midwest and works for herself creating content for her own brand, A Mom Explores. In this ep...2023-11-0627 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Poland with Korina CaldwellKorina was born in Poland and lived there until she was 10. Her father fled the country for refuge and her mother, brother and she were reunited with him in Salt Lake City, Utah two years later. She has lived in Utah since then and is now the mother to four children from the ages of 9-18. She is a mental health consultant by profession. In this episode Korina shares all about Poland. She continues to travel back frequently to visit family. In this episode we discuss: Best time of year to visit Poland Transportation in...2023-09-1130 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Morocco with Lindsey BrownLindsey is a wife and a mom of 4 kids, ranging between the ages of 10-16. Lindsey has a background in teaching, and loves running, triathlons, travel, and sunshine. Her and her family moved to Germany where they have lived the past 2 years. During that time, Lindsey’s family has visited 27 countries all around Europe and some in Africa. Lindsey fell in love with the country of Morocco while visiting with a group of friends. The culture, food, religion, landscape, architecture, and the people are special to her, and keep her going back. In the last year, Lin...2023-09-0435 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceRV Travel with Brooke HappeBrooke was born and raised in Iowa. She is the mom to three kids from the ages of 8 to 12. In 2015 Brooke was working her dream job as a physical therapist and decided to step away to be a full time stay at home mom. To keep her hands strong she began crocheting and unexpectedly started her very own six-figure small business crocheting beanies. In 2019 Brooke and her husband decided to sell everything and hit the road in an rv. They now work remotely while traveling all over the United States. In this episode Brooke tells all the details about...2023-07-3126 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Dublin Ireland with Catherine JordanCath is an Irish expat who is now living in Portugal, after 15 years in the United Kingdom, with her Irish husband and son who was born in Wales and the United Kingdom. Cath is a scientist with a Ph.D. in Chemistry but left the field of science when they moved to Portugal in 2017. She is now the author of a travel website about Ireland called Travel Around Ireland. Through this website, Cath aims to help travelers plan their perfect vacation to Ireland, via helpful guides, itineraries, and articles with ideas for things to see, do and...2023-07-2432 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Cincinnati Ohio with Stephanie TaleghaniStephanie is a Cincinnati native who loves to explore places off the beaten path. Her love of travel has taken her on the adventure of a lifetime as she recently transitioned to a full-time travel writer and content creator. Her blog, https://www.consistentlycurious.com/ highlights amazing family-friendly destinations and gives great guides on visiting her hometown of Cincinnati. In this episode Stephanie shares all the details for your next trip to Cincinnati. Food to try in Cincinnati Favorite restaurants in Cincinnati Favorite hotels in Cincinnati Must see places in Cincinnati...2023-07-1724 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Bangkok Thailand with Naomi GeidelNaomi Geidel is an International Educator, Life Purpose Coach and Creative who supports others to bring their ideas to life. She is the host of two podcasts - A Creative Purpose and Singleness: Extended Edition and believes in the power of sharing stories and the lessons learned along the way. She is single and childless not by choice so has a deep understanding of navigating the twists and turns of life and living a life unexpected. You can find Naomi wandering streets she’s never been for creative inspiration and joyful moments. She was raised in Colorado but ha...2023-07-1030 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Värmland Sweden with Dani Rosenblad JamesDani Rosenblad James is a well-rounded individual with a myriad of passions in life. As a mom of a rambunctious 2-year-old, she embraces the joy and challenges of parenthood with unwavering love and dedication. Throughout her life, Dani has embarked on numerous road trips across the United States and hitchhiked along the west coast, fueling her adventurous spirit. Since then, Dani has focused her energies on various endeavors. She cultivated a passion for travel, exploring over 15 countries and documenting her experiences through a travel blog. Concurrently, she is studying to become an English teacher and e...2023-07-0337 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Manila Philippines with Odyssa AbilleOdyssa was born and raised in the Philippines. She has been living in Vietnam to teach English. She is an author and loves traveling and exploring new places. In this episode Ody shares all of the details you need to plan a trip to the Philipines. In this episode we cover Food to try in the Philippines Traveling to the Philippines Ideal itinerary to the Philippines Must see places in the Philippines Advice for female solo travelers Beaches and islands to visit in the Philippines What to see in Manila Philippines Best time of year to visit the...2023-06-2639 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Turkey with Elise CaffeeElise from 3kidstravel shares in this episode all about her trip to Turkey. Elise is a return guest and just as a recap- she shared on episode 10 all about travelling with kids. Elise is a mom of 3 girls, started her own publishing company, is an editor, and a social media influencer. In this episode Elise shares all the details to make planning a trip to Turkey easier. In this episode you will find: Itinerary for Turkey trip Transportation in Turkey Where to stay in Turkey What to do in Bodrum 2023-06-0527 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Alaska with Ashlee BairdAshlee Baird grew up in Utah where she met her husband. she is the mother to three kids between the ages of 9 and 2. she is a homeschooling SAHM as well as a wedding and event floral designer. This explains perfectly the Bairds: We're a military family, which means we get told where to live. We learned early on that every duty station is what we make it, and with this mindset, we are determined to make the most out of each place we live. We make it our mission to try all the quirky, unique-to-the-area activities everywhere we...2023-05-2933 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Costa Rica with Cate GilmourCate was born in the Phillipines and raised in Dubai. She now lives in Costa Rica with her husband and two children, ages 4 and 9. Her and her husband own a fishing company in Costa Rica called Jackpot Sport Fishing. Cate also shares on her instagram, travelingwithkkidscostarica, all about the amazing places to visit in Costa Rica and focuses especially on traveling with kids. In this episode Cate shares all about traveling tips for Costa Rica. She shares about: weather in Costa Rica Best time of year to visit Costa Rica Food t...2023-05-2227 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Northern Germany with Jordan WagnerJordan Wagner was born and raised in Washington DC and after graduating college she moved to Germany in 2013 with every intention to move back home after 18 months. Since then she traveled to Croatia, Bulgaria and Edinburgh Scotland. She met her future husband during her travels and permanently moved back to Germany in 2016. She is the owner of a digital marketing company and shares on her social medua all about things to do in Northern Germany. In this episode Jordan shares her dream itinerary for traveling to Northern Germany along with all the tips and tricks to be aw...2023-05-1539 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel on cruises with Jeff and Leah DanielsLeah and Jeff Daniels were born and raised in Kansas City. They have now been married for 2 years They are the parents to a 8 month old son. In the past five years they have traveled on 12 Different cruises so I think it’s safe to say they are cruise experts. In this episode they will share all the details that you may need to plan, select and get the most out of your cruises. In the past 5 years they have travelled on the Royal Carribbean, Carnival, Virgin Voyages, and Norweigen. In this episode we will share: Pros an...2023-05-0845 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Vancouver British Columbia with Debbie FettbackDebbie was born and raised in Vancouver British Columbia. She is the mom to four kids between the ages of 3 to 9. She and her husband are travel influencers that share all around Canada and all of their many adventures. In this episode we discuss everything you need to plan a trip to Vancouver Where to stay in Vancouver Best side trips from Vancouver Best food in Vancouver Top things to see in Vancouver2023-05-0120 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Seaside Florida with Melisa OsmondMelisa Osmond was raised in Destin Florida. She is the mom to three kids from the ages of 9 to 178. Melisa wears a lot of hats. Not only is she a busy mom but she is also a social media influencer and found of the power in you events in Utah and is a frequent guest doing family fun segments on ksl studio 5. Anyone that follows Melisa on instagram knows that she is a burst of sunshine. In this episode Melisa shares all about Seaside Florida, which was the film set for the truman show. She shares all about the...2023-04-2434 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Dana Point and San Clemente California with Ciara BellCiara was raised in Dana Point California dnd now lives in Salt Lake City. She is the mom to 3 kids from the ages of 9-13 years old. She is a pta superstar, the cool mom that can hang at the skate park with her kids, and freelance event planner by trade. In this episode Ciara shares all abou Dana Point and San Clemente: Best food in Dana Point and San Clemente Things to do in Dana Point and San Clemente Best beaches in Dana Point and San Clemente Both Cit...2023-04-1732 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Mount Kilimanjaro with David ClineDavid Cline was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. He is an investor, author, song writer, social media influencer, and co-creator of Utah treasure hunts- https://utahtreasurehunts.com Dave recently returned from Africa where he hiked the epic Mount Kilimanjaro. On this episode he shares all about his experience, shares what he recommends bringing, what he wished he would have had, preparations for hiking, and everything else in between.2023-04-1032 minChoose Your Happy PlaceYWE with Glen AndersenGlen Andersen has a been an avid outdoorsmen his whole life! He has 4 kids and his passion is spending time with them outside. Glen spent his undergrad years studying communications and group dynamics and his graduate work focused on Adventure and Outdoor Programming. Glen is passionate about getting kids outside and founded a program called Youth Wilderness Experiences. The focus of this program is to help kids disconnect with technology so they can reconnect with themselves, God and others. This week we will be talking all about the different experiences Glen offers with YWE and w...2023-03-2727 minChoose Your Happy PlaceAirplane tips for toddlers and babies with Tracey MiddletonThis episode is all about the tips and tricks that my sister and I have used for toddlers and babies. Tracey is a mom of 5 between the ages of 0-7. She was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii and traded in the beach and city for cowboy boots and farm life. She regularly flies back to Hawaii with her kids and shares all her best tips or support for parents flying with small children. In this episode we discuss: How to make flights easier Tips for getting through security What to pack in...2023-03-2028 minChoose Your Happy PlaceDrowsy Water Dude Ranch with Caleb McGrathDrowsy Water Ranch is nestled in the beautiful outdoors of Granby Colorado. In this episode I share all about the researching and planning that you would need to find the perfect dude ranch for your family. I also talk with one of the ranch hands from Drowsy water ranch all about the specific things you would need to know about this dude ranch.2023-03-1334 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Denver Colorado with Ben HigginsBen Higgins, a veteran of ABC’s hit series The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, won over the hearts of loyal viewers with his refreshing vulnerability and willingness to share himself fully. Following his appearances across franchises, Higgins has embarked on numerous ventures, entrepreneurial and otherwise, grounded in faith, a sense of hope for humanity, and a mission to help organizations connect more deeply with their employees and customers. Ben co-founded Generous International in 2017, a for-purpose company dedicated to raising money to create jobs, feed children, improve education, and empower communities to eliminate poverty around the world. He...2023-03-0644 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Portland Oregon with Pri KerwAfter moving to the U.S. from Brazil 6 years ago, Priscila from @kerws.onthego - (read Kervs) and her family have made the most of every moment in the beautiful Pacific Northwest Based in Portland - OR, they explore and adventure in the Pacific Northwest as much as possible around school schedules and activities. They love to hike, spend time in nature, travel in the family trailer and make forever memories with their kids. They have created this IG account to share travel experiences around their 9-5 jobs and to show families that it’s poss...2023-02-2740 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Sicily Italy with Carolina McKennaCarolina was born and raised in Sicily Italy and has been living in the United States since 2018. Carolina shares all of her best tips for traveling around not just Sicily but Italy. She shares so many interesting facts. In this episode she will cover Favorite foods in Italy Logistics for traveling to Sicily Must see places in Sicily2023-02-2046 minChoose Your Happy PlaceMardi Gras with Carrie HamiltonThis week we will be diving into the history and experience of Mardi Gras in New Orleans Louisiana. Carrie lived in New Orleans for 3 years and has gone back to celebrate for 16 years. She shares all the tips for the best place to stay, favorite spots for watching parades, things to eat, and helpful tips for taking kids to Mardi Gras2023-02-1331 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Sydney Australia with Stef TaukafaIn this episode Stef Taukafa, former professional rugby player in Australia, shares all about his hometown of Sydney Australia. Stef shares all his favorite places to eat, favortie beaches, as well as his must see places in Sydney.2023-02-0625 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Zurich Switzerland with Tanya DeansThis week we are talking all about the beautiful land of Zurich Switzerland with Tanya from swissfamilyfun.com She has lived in Zurich since 2005 and shares all about what to eat, every helpful tip for traveling to Zurich, and hikes and things to do in each region. Best things to eat in Zurich: Mountain huts Zeughauskeller Sternen Grill Confiserie Sprugli2023-01-3042 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Tokyo Japan with Adrienne WoolleyListen this week all about one of my favorite places to travel to, Tokyo Japan. Adrienne lived with her family in Japan and just recently returned from a trip to Japan. This weeks episode is full of all of our favorite recommendations2023-01-2435 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Vietnam with David ClineThis weeks episode is all about traveling to Vietnam. David Cline bought a one-way ticket with his family after he retired. He traveled all over Vietnam and Thailand and was sharing what life was like there. He shared his favorite memories and some of the amazing things they did in this country.2023-01-1739 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Kihei Maui with Mary LaneJoin me as I talk this week to Mary all about Kihei Maui. Mary has been traveling to Maui for the last… years. Kihei is one of my favorite places to visit in Maui. This week Mary and I will share all of our favorite food, hikes, beaches, and must see places in Maui. 2023-01-0924 minChoose Your Happy PlaceHappy HolidaysJust checking in and wishing you all happy holidays! New episodes will begin on January 9.2022-12-1904 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Dallas Texas with Carrie HamiltonJoin me this week as I talk to Carrie all about Dallas Texas. Carrie has lived in Dallas for the last 18 years and shares her favorite food recommendations and must see things. Carrie is a mom of 4 and she loves to travel, read and review books, and practice yoga. Here are some of her favorite restaurants to try: 2022-12-1334 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTraveling with Special needs kids with Catie McHardyOn this episode I talk to stay-at-home mom and social media influencer, Catie McHardy, all about traveling with kids with special needs. Catie is the mom to 4 kids with 3 being special needs. She shares what her day to day looks like without hiding the good the bad and the ugly. She gives tips for families with special needs children and also gives advice to outsiders looking in. She strives to bring awareness by sharing her real life everyday on social media.2022-12-0541 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Bali with Marae TorrelierListen this week as I talk to Marae from bravefamilytravel all about both Bali and all about her life traveling full time. She has lived temporarily in Bali many times and shares all about this bucket list worthy adventure. Sanur Ubud Seminyak Canggu Kuta Pemuteran Amed Gili Islands2022-11-2838 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Boston Massachusetts with Jenny YamamotoListen today all about the beautiful and historic Boston Massachusetts. Jenny was born and raised near Boston and shares all of her insights for the best things to do, see, and eat. 2022-11-2124 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to the North Shore of Oahu with Natalie YamamotoThis weeks episode is all about the North Shore of Oahu. Natalie was born and raised in Laie and shares all of her favorites and must do, see and eat to plan your perfect vacation 2022-11-1427 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Amsterdam with Nicky YamamotoJoin me as I talk to world traveler, Nicky Yamamoto, all about Amsterdam and Rotterdam in the Netherlands. She has traveled to six continents and countless countries. She lived in Rotterdam for 3 years and shares all of her favorites 2022-11-0730 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to San Diego California with Bonnie TaylorJoin me as I talk to Bonnie from famdiego all about the beautiful San Diego California. Bonnie is a travel influencer, who has every little tip about San Diego you could imagine. She has lived in San Diego for almost 20 years. These are the topics we will cover this week: Tips for traveling as a solo traveler Logistics of traveling to San Diego (hotels, car rentals, airports) Favorite beaches in San Diego Favorite places to visit in San Diego Amusement park tips (Lego Land, Sea World, San D...2022-10-3148 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Seattle Washington with Ashley KowallisJoin me as I talk to Ashley all about Seattle and the surrounding areas 2022-10-2429 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Chiang Mai Thailand with Michelle PearsonJoin me in this episode as I talk to Michelle Pearson all about Chiang Mai, Thailand- meeshpearson on instagram. We talk about our most helpful hints for traveling to Thailand as well as put together a list of our favorite things to do, see and eat there. 8 Best Things to do in Chiang Mai: 1- Visit Temples Wat Chedi Luang What Phra That Doi Suthep 2- Visit an Elephant Sanctuary 3- Go to a cooking school 4- Try all the Thai food 5...2022-10-1737 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Las Vegas Nevada with Natalie PettittThis episode is jammed pack with things to do and eat in Las Vegas Nevada. Natalie has lived in Las Vegas since 2008 and has so many great recommendations. 2022-10-1036 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Disneyland with Tara BleazardJoin me this week as I talk to Tara all about one of the happiest places on earth, Disneyland. Tara is a Disney fanatic and shares all of her knowledge and answers all the questions: Where to stay by Disneyland? Game plan for Disneyland- When to arrive, which rides to get to first, food options to keep prices down Should you bring a stroller? Ideal amount of days to spend at the parks Learn about genie plus Best time of year to go Best place...2022-10-0344 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTraveling with kids with Elise CaffeeJoin me today as I talk with a travel influencer, Elise, from 3kidstravel. Elise has built a life around traveling with her family and has such a vast knowledge of all things travel. From here on out, every 10th episode I will be talking about travel in general and be answering questions asked from my instagram account. Today Elise answered all travel questions, specifically about traveling with kids. Questions Answered in this episode: 3 most kid-friendly destinations How do you pick your destinations? How do you travel with kids in school? 2022-09-2634 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Park City Utah with Becca HrabarBecca Hrabar is from Lehi Utah and loves to explore and adventure around her home state, Utah. Along with her family she enjoys hiking, kayaking, and paddleboarding all over Utah and the Western States. She frequents the Mighty Five and. Utahs lesser known beauties. She shares her adventures on social media on her account @utahfamilytravels and through freelance blog writing. In this episode we will dive into everything you need to know for your next trip to Park City, Heber or Midway Utah. We will cover: Where to eat in Park City Where...2022-09-1938 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to the North Island, New Zealand with Brook HamiltonJoin me as I talk to Brooke Hamilton all about the North Island, New Zealand. Brooke lived there for 5 years and her husband James was born and raised there. She lays out all of her recommendations for things to do in New Zealand. Brooke talks about travel tips with little kids, the best places to visit as well as some food recommendations: Best places to visit on North Island: Auckland Waiheke Islands Matamata Rotorua Lake Taupo Coromandel Peninsula Bay of Islands2022-09-1235 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Nairobi Africa with Liz BrogListen all about Liz’s dream vacation and bucket list item, to experience safari’s in Nairobi. She gives all the details about her entire vacation. We talked about the good and the bad experience, what to pack and how to prepare, the life-changing experiences, helpful hints, and every detail in between. Liz walks us through all the details from each of these locations: Amboseli National Park Lake Naivasha Lake Nakuru Masai Mara2022-09-0632 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to New Haven Connecticut with Ashley FerryJoin me as I talk to one of my oldest friends all about her hometown New Haven, Connecticut. Learn all about her favorite day trips, favorite foods and top things to do. Whether you are traveling with out without kids this is a perfect travel guide 2022-08-2936 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Boise Idaho with Kristie KempJoin me this week as I talk with Kristie Kemp, co-founder of June Loop swimsuits. Kristie was raised in Nampa Idaho and is discussing our favorite things to do and eat in Boise Idaho and the surrounding areas. 2022-08-2230 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Honolulu Hawaii with Tracey MiddletonTracey Middleton was born and raised in Honolulu Hawaii. After attending college on the mainland, Tracey met the love of her life, who happened to be a farmer in Washington. She moved from a big city girl to a small town farmers wife. She is the mother of 5 children and is in the thick of motherhood. Even with very full hands, Tracey still enjoys exploring this beautiful world and takes every opportunity she can to travel. From cruises, superbowls, Hawaii, Europe and of course Disneyland, Tracey is showing others that life doesn't end when you have kids. ...2022-08-1544 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel To Iceland with Kim PetersenThis episode covers Kim’s itinerary all around Iceland. Her family travelled to Iceland during June and July 2022 and traveled around the loop- starting by going to the left (if you are looking down at a map). Since we don't speak Icelandic here is the spelling for each destination. Fridheimar Tomato Farm- favorite restaurant The blue lagoon Hallgrímskirkja- church in Reykjavik Hvítserkur- monolith rising from the ocean Akureyri- town through troll peninsula with heart stop lights Goðafoss waterfall- horseshoe waterfall Skútustaðagígar C...2022-08-0836 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to the Cook IslandsThe Cook Islands are where I developed a love for travelling to new destinations and becoming immersed in the culture. At just 19 years old I was able to travel to Rarotonga with my 21 year old brother. We spent time with the locals, visited the market and drove the short 45 minutes around the island on our little scooter. We explored, snorkled, went scuba diving and to luaus, and ate the most delicious passion fruit breakfast ever. Listen to hear more about our first adventure.2022-08-0311 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTravel to New York with Kristi RomeroKristi Romero is a Salt Lake native who moved to NYC with her big family. Kristi shares her everyday life on Tiktok where she has gained over 300,000 followers and counting. Whether traveling with or without kids, this is your travel guide to all things New York City. We talk about everthing from the minute you land at the airport until you leave. In this episode we will cover Must-see places in New York Best food in New York Best desserts in New York Best pizza in New York 2022-08-0153 min
Choose Your Happy PlaceTravel to Honolulu Hawaii with Tracey MiddletonJoin me as we discuss all of the information you want to know when you are travelling to Hawaii. My little sister Tracey and I discuss all of our favorites. Where is the best place to eat? Where are the best beaches? What are activities with kids?2022-08-0143 minChoose Your Happy PlaceTrailer: Choose Your Happy Place- a travel guideEach week I will focus on a different destination and give my best food recommendations, activities with kids, kid-friendly hikes, best beaches for surfing or snorkeling, or must see places. My hope for this podcast is to make traveling easier for you.2022-07-2202 min