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Take a Wander with ShebsLuxury Cycling Tours in Italy: The Art of A'qto✅ Stay Connected With Me.Become a Patreon today 👉https://patreon.com/ShebsTheWanderer👉Website: https://shebsthewanderer.com/ 👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/ 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ 👉X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom 👉Threads: https://www.threads.net/@shebsthewanderer Airalo for my phone network - Get $3 off your first tariff when you sign up with this code SHUHEB7792=============================Nancy De Losa: Co-Founder InterviewCo-Founder Nancy De Losa discussed her company, A'qto, with me and why it is one of the leading luxury cycling tour companie...2025-06-3020 min
Travel Writing PodcastFinding Peace as a Professional Travel Writer and Media Personality - Interview with Shebs AlomWhat drives someone to keep exploring the world — not for clicks or clout, but for something deeper? In this episode of the Travel Writing Podcast, we sit down with Shebs Alom — award-winning writer, broadcaster, and host of the Take a Wander with Shebs podcast — for an authentic chat about his journey as a travel writer.
Shebs opens up about mental health, finding purpose, and rediscovering joy when travel is your job. We also peel back the curtain on PR travel trips, media award circuits, and the dangers Shebs has faced in his professional life. Plus, he reveals the secret of how he...2025-05-0233 min
Take a Wander with ShebsWhat Makes a Bestseller? Costanza Casati (Sunday Times) Shares Her Story✅ Stay Connected With Me.Become a Patreon today 👉https://patreon.com/ShebsTheWanderer👉Website: https://shebsthewanderer.com/ 👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/ 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ 👉X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom 👉Threads: https://www.threads.net/@shebsthewanderer Airalo for my phone network - Get $3 off your first tariff when you sign up with this code SHUHEB7792=============================Costanza Casati Interview: Clytemnestra, Babylonia & Movie Talk! Bestselling author Costanza Casati (Clytemnestra, Babylonia) discusses her journey from studying Ancient Greek in Italy to international success. Hear about C...2025-04-2133 min
Take a Wander with ShebsLevison Wood on 'The Great Tree Story': Why Forests Are Crucial | Exclusive Interview✅ Stay Connected With Me.Become a Patreon today 👉https://patreon.com/ShebsTheWanderer👉Website: https://shebsthewanderer.com/ 👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/ 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ 👉X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom 👉Threads: https://www.threads.net/@shebsthewanderer This episode is sponsored by Legaroo. Book your legal assistance for an annual payment of just $350, and you can receive up to 20 legal hours. Terms and conditions apply. Click here today https://app.legaroo.com/en/tlaLa Divina, Aria Hotels, Athens. Book today for a luxury stay. https...2025-03-3130 min
Take a Wander with ShebsSecrets to Luxury Travel on a Solo Budget | Tips on how to save money on flights, hotels, & food✅ Stay Connected With Me.Become a Patreon today 👉https://patreon.com/ShebsTheWanderer👉Website: https://shebsthewanderer.com/ 👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/ 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ 👉X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom 👉Threads: https://www.threads.net/@shebsthewanderer =============================In this podcast, I go through how I have saved money over the last 20 years of travelling as a solo budget traveller. I have used services such as booking.com and Homestay to save money on accommodations. Skyscanner to book my flights. Banks such as Wise to get local currencies...2025-02-2425 min
Take a Wander with ShebsTrouble in Iran | Passport Problems, Arrest, & Falling in Love – Unforgettable Motorcycle Adventure✅ Stay Connected With Me.Become a Patreon today 👉https://patreon.com/ShebsTheWanderer👉Website: https://shebsthewanderer.com/ 👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/ 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ 👉X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom 👉Threads: https://www.threads.net/@shebsthewanderer Airalo for my phone network - Get $3 off your first tariff when you sign up with this code SHUHEB7792=============================In this episode, I chat with Ladislav Pivec about his thrilling motorcycle journey through Iran. From passport troubles at the border to being detained by the police, Ladislav shar...2025-01-2727 min
Take a Wander with ShebsFinding Peace in Taiwan - From Mental Struggles to Strength✅ Stay Connected With Me.Become a Patreon today 👉https://patreon.com/ShebsTheWanderer👉Website: https://shebsthewanderer.com/ 👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/ 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ 👉X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom 👉Threads: https://www.threads.net/@shebsthewanderer ✅ For Business Inquiries: shebsthewanderer@gmail.com This episode is sponsored by Legaroo. Book your legal assistance for an annual payment of just $350 – get up to 20 legal hours. Terms and conditions apply. Click here today https://app.legaroo.com/en/tla=============================I travelled to Taiwan and hike...2024-12-2544 min
Take a Wander with ShebsNicaragua’s Top Surf and Yoga Retreat! Rise Up Surf’s Secret to Mind-Body Bliss | Phil Southan✅ Stay Connected With Me.Become a Patreon today 👉https://patreon.com/ShebsTheWanderer👉Website: https://shebsthewanderer.com/ 👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/ 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ 👉X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom 👉Threads: https://www.threads.net/@shebsthewanderer👉YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Shebsthewanderer✅ For Business Inquiries: shebsthewanderer@gmail.com This episode is sponsored by Legaroo. Book your legal assistance for an annual payment of just $350 – get up to 20 legal hours. Terms and conditions apply. Click here today https://app.legaroo.com/en/tla...2024-09-2329 min
Take a Wander with ShebsPaddle in 40 of the best places in France | Anna Richards author interviewDuring this interview, Travel Writer and Author of the new book, 'Paddling France: 40 Best Places to Explore by SUP, Kayak & Canoe', Anna Richards, spoke about her love for the water and her journey into writing this guidebook. We spoke about how she broke into the travel industry, her life now in France, and a bit of imposter syndrome. 👉You can buy your copy now in any good bookstore or from this link: https://www.bradtguides.com/product/paddling-france-1/✅ Stay Connected With Anna.👉Website: https://www.annahrichards.com/👉Twitter: https://twitter.com/annahrich...2024-05-2035 min
Take a Wander with Shebs"We'll always have Paris" | Discovering the Unseen | Andrew Nelson Author InterviewRenowned Travel Journalist, professor and author Andrew Nelson shared insights into his incredible work during our interview! His new book, ‘Here Not There: 100 Unexpected Travel Destinations,’ is in association with National Geographics.He spoke to me about the reason why he decided to write this book, as he felt it was a necessity to have for anyone looking for alternative destinations outside the usual Paris, London or New York👉You can buy your copy now in any good bookstore or from this link: https://amzn.to/3UGKjAc✅ Stay Connected With Andrew.👉Website: http...2024-05-0631 min
Take a Wander with ShebsWhy We Travel: Exploring the Science & Psychology Behind Our Travel | Ash Bhardwaj InterviewOn this podcast, I delved into the fascinating world of travel psychology and exploration with Ash Bhardwaj, the author of the new book 'Why We Travel'. From the psychology behind our innate desire for adventure to the societal implications of travel, my conversation with Ash offers profound analysis and compelling points of view; every insight will leave an indelible mark on your understanding of why we travel.👉You can order your copy on either of the two links here: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/why-we-travel-ash-bhardwaj/7619683?ean=9781915798787 or https://amzn.eu/d/csa1SJL2024-04-0837 min
Take a Wander with ShebsAdler Spa Resort: Is this the Ultimate Retreat in Sicilian Paradise?Adler Spa Resort Sicilia is a hideaway where luxury and peace infuse every minute. My recent stay here surpassed conventional hospitality, offering a sensorial trip that left a lasting impression. And you can also experience this outstanding indulgence. This podcast will tell you everything you need to know about this resort!👉Read my article on my visit to the resort.https://voyagersvoice.com/a-retreat-in-sicilian-paradise-relax-and-refresh-at-the-5-adler-spa-resort/✅ Visit the website using the link below and book your stay today.👉https://www.adler-resorts.com/en/adler-spa-resort-sicilia/483-0.html✅ Check out their social media pages.👉Fa...2024-04-0109 min
Take a Wander with ShebsReasons to visit Porto in 2024Reasons to Visit Porto in 2024 is a podcast that delves into why Porto should be on every traveller's bucket list for 2024. The podcast provides an intriguing peek into this coastal city's lively culture, rich history, and alluring appeal. The discussion topics range from enjoying world-renowned port wine beside the Douro River to meandering through scenic neighbourhoods covered with colourful tiles, leading listeners on an immersive journey through Porto's breathtaking landscapes and unique experiences.Whether you're a history buff, a foodie craving exquisite cuisine, or simply seeking adventure, the podcast promises to ignite passion in Porto...2024-03-1114 min
Take a Wander with ShebsIt's 2 Years of PodcastingI look back at some of my memorable talks for my second year of podcasting on Take a Wander with Shebs! Watch the full episode of my talk with Ash Bhardwaj on the link below.https://youtu.be/sDO_Nb3iiQIWatch the full episode of my talk with Sade on the link below.https://youtu.be/lIlFOj2sktIWatch the full episode of my discussion about Afghanistan.https://youtu.be/Vbc63BTXVM8You can also watch the episode on my YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/UDHH_0GNcFo...2023-03-2718 min
Take a Wander with ShebsChange your story, transform your life | Jessica LeeIn this episode, I sat down and spoke to, Jessica Lee, about her travel coaching business, The Wander Word. Jess talked to me about after a decade of wandering; she noticed a massive problem for travellers – over-tourism. With her cultural immersion coaching service, she spoke to me about how she hopes to get people to learn how to connect with their destination and transform from being a tourist to a traveller through one-on-one coaching, language courses, and travel planning services.Jess spoke to me about her target audience and the cost of her services. We al...2022-06-1333 min
Take a Wander with ShebsComing through Domestic Abuse and Starting a Travel Career | Jessica LeeIn this episode, I sat down and spoke to, Jessica Lee, about her travel coaching business, The Wander Word. Jess talked to me about after a decade of wandering; she noticed a massive problem for travellers – over-tourism. With her cultural immersion coaching service, she spoke to me about how she hopes to get people to learn how to connect with their destination and transform from being a tourist to a traveller through one-on-one coaching, language courses, and travel planning services.Jess spoke to me about her target audience and the cost of her services. We al...2022-06-1333 min
Take a Wander with ShebsJourney Home Festival | Saqar & Den TutI spoke to two key people who run the Journey Home Festival, Saqar Ahhah Ahershu and Den Tut Rayay. We went into detail about the festival's intentions and what they hope to achieve. They told me that the objective is to bridge the gap between African Americans, African Caribbean, and African Europeans to travel to West Africa, specifically Liberia.They spoke to me about the purpose of the festival. The journey is not only to tour the cultural sites and beauty of Liberia but also to create sustainable economic actions, both for-profit and non-profit, on...2022-05-3019 min
Take a Wander with ShebsJourney Home Festival | Saqar & Den TutI spoke to two key people who run the Journey Home Festival, Saqar Ahhah Ahershu and Den Tut Rayay. We went into detail about the festival's intentions and what they hope to achieve. They told me that the objective is to bridge the gap between African Americans, African Caribbean, and African Europeans to travel to West Africa, specifically Liberia.They spoke to me about the purpose of the festival. The journey is not only to tour the cultural sites and beauty of Liberia but also to create sustainable economic actions, both for-profit and non-profit, on...2022-05-3019 min
Take a Wander with ShebsPodcasts vs Traditional media | Leah & TrizzyIn this episode, I sat down and spoke to the Ticket 2 Anywhere Podcast hosts, Leah and Trizzy. During our discussion, I talked to them about why they started their podcast and its intention and goal—also the intended target audience.We also spoke about whether podcasts will challenge traditional media and where it stands today. Whether they want to go into conventional media in the future themselves. Trizzy and Leah also spoke to me about whether they have gotten work because of the podcast. Plus, they reveal some guilty pleasures that so...2022-05-1642 min
Take a Wander with ShebsPodcasts vs Traditional media | Leah & TrizzyIn this episode, I sat down and spoke to the Ticket 2 Anywhere Podcast hosts, Leah and Trizzy. During our discussion, I talked to them about why they started their podcast and its intention and goal—also the intended target audience.We also spoke about whether podcasts will challenge traditional media and where it stands today. Whether they want to go into traditional media in the future themselves. Trizzy and Leah also spoke to me about whether they have gotten work because of the podcast. Plus, they reveal some guilty pleasures that so...2022-05-1642 min
Take a Wander with ShebsWhy I started Gallivant Radio | Miriro MatemaI sat down and spoke to the Founder of Gallivant Africa and Gallivant Radio, Miriro Matema. Miriro and I discussed how she fell into travel journalism and her intention and goal behind starting Gallivant Africa. I then spoke to her about her vision behind Gallivant Radio and why she felt having a dedicated travel radio station was important for Africa and the travel media.We talked about the challenges she has faced starting the station and where it stands now. We also spoke about her transition into a TV host. Miriro a...2022-05-0236 min
Take a Wander with ShebsWhy I started Gallivant Radio | Miriro MatemaI sat down and spoke to the Founder of Gallivant Africa and Gallivant Radio, Miriro Matema. Miriro and I discussed how she fell into travel journalism and her intention and goal behind starting Gallivant Africa. I then spoke to her about her vision behind Gallivant Radio and why she felt having a dedicated travel radio station was important for Africa and the travel media.We talked about the challenges she has faced starting the station and where it stands now. We also spoke about her transition into a TV host. Miriro...2022-05-0236 min
Take a Wander with ShebsImportance of Hispanic Representation in the Travel IndustryThis episode is associated with Travel Unity, as they provided me with three influential individuals to discuss the importance of Hispanics within the travel industry. They were Karen Kuhl, Danny Guerrero, and Jeannette Ceja. National Hispanic Heritage Month is annually celebrated from September 15th to October 15th in the United States to recognise the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. With my three guests, I explored where Hispanics are today and whether more voices are needed within the travel sector now to help the next gene...2022-04-1857 min
Take a Wander with ShebsImportance of Hispanic Representation in the Travel IndustryThis episode is in association with Travel Unity, as they provided me with three influential individuals to discuss the importance of Hispanics within the travel industry. They were Karen Kuhl, Danny Guerrero, and Jeannette Ceja. National Hispanic Heritage Month is annually celebrated from September 15 to October 15 in the United States for recognising the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. With my three guests, I explored where Hispanics are today and whether more voices are needed within the travel sector now to help the next generation...2022-04-1857 min
Take a Wander with ShebsGet a bespoke trip with xplor.earth | Harsh PatilIn this episode, I spoke to the founder and CEO of xplor.earth, Harsh Patil. xplor.earth is a luxury travel advisor firm that provides customised itineraries for a unique travel experience. I spoke to Harsh about his intention and goal when he started the business. Harsh talked to me about how the company listens to its customers, and every trip is curated to accommodate each traveller’s unique priorities, interests, and needs. Harsh also spoke to me about how each itinerary is tailor-made for the client.He discussed with me how people co...2022-04-0443 min
Take a Wander with ShebsXplor.Earth with Harsh PatilIn this episode, I spoke to the founder and CEO of xplor.earth, Harsh Patil. xplor.earth is a luxury travel advisor firm that provides customised itineraries for a unique travel experience. I spoke to Harsh about his intention and goal when he started the business. Harsh talked to me about how the company listens to its customers, and every trip is curated to accommodate each traveller’s unique priorities, interests, and needs. Harsh also spoke to me about how each itinerary is tailor-made for the client.He discussed with me how people co...2022-04-0443 min
Take a Wander with ShebsWhere to travel to in 2022 | Katherine Parker-MagyarI sat down and spoke to Travel Writer, Katherine Parker-Magyar, in detail about what people can look forward to in terms of travel in 2022. Katherine talked to me about some of the destinations she feels people can travel to in 2022 as the world has opened up. We spoke at great length about Fiji being the number 1 hotspot for everyone.You can, of course, travel to these places in subsequent years. It was a fascinating talk, and I look forward to travelling to some of the places Katherine talked about during this episode.2022-03-2135 min
Take a Wander with ShebsWhere to travel to in 2022 | Katherine Parker-MagyarI sat down and spoke to Travel Writer, Katherine Parker-Magyar, in detail about what people can look forward to in terms of travel in 2022. Katherine talked to me about some of the destinations she feels people can travel to in 2022 as the world has opened up. We spoke at great length about Fiji being the number 1 hotspot for everyone.It was a fascinating talk, and I look forward to travelling to some of the places Katherine talked about during this episode.You can also watch the episode on my YouTube channel (https://youtu...2022-03-2135 min
Take a Wander with ShebsHow diverse is the travel industry in 2022 | Wazha DubeIn this episode, I talked to Africa Collection Manager at Index Select and Travel Consultant, Wazha Dube.During this discussion, Wazha and I talked about his early upbringing, which involved moving across to the U.K. from Botswana and living in multiple other countries before settling in New York. We spoke in detail about what it was like to break into the travel sector and any challenges he faced doing so. In particular, what it was like for someone of colour. Following that topic, we looked at why the industry hasn't been as...2022-03-0728 min
Take a Wander with ShebsHow diverse is the travel industry in 2022 | Wazha DubeIn this episode, I talked to Africa Collection Manager at Index Select and Travel Consultant, Wazha Dube.During this discussion, Wazha and I talked about his early upbringing, which involved moving across to the U.K. from Botswana and living in multiple other countries before settling in New York. We spoke in detail about what it was like to break into the travel sector and any challenges he faced doing so. In particular, what it was like for someone of colour. Following that topic, we looked at why the industry hasn't been as...2022-03-0728 min
Take a Wander with ShebsLet's visit Greece | Tony KariotisI spoke to social media expert and entrepreneur, Tony Kariotis, about his business, Greece Media. We went into detail about how his platform helps promote Greece and how it would encourage people to visit the islands and all other areas of the country. I spoke to Tony about how he started the business and his initial goal. I discussed what other ambitions he has for the company going forward. I also discussed whether he sees himself as a social media influencer or whether he sees himself as a businessman. Also, whether influencers are...2022-02-2129 min
Take a Wander with ShebsLet's visit Greece | Tony KariotisI spoke to social media expert and entrepreneur, Tony Kariotis, about his business, Greece Media. We went into detail about how his platform helps promote Greece and how it would encourage people to visit the islands and all other areas of the country. I spoke to Tony about how he started the business and his initial goal. I discussed what other ambitions he has for the company going forward. I also discussed whether he sees himself as a social media influencer or whether he sees himself as a businessman. Also, whether influencers are...2022-02-2129 min
Take a Wander with ShebsSocial Media Coaching | Marie HernandezI sat down and spoke to a digital entrepreneur business coach and an expert in sponsored travel, Marie Hernandez. Marie runs her own business, Seriously Travel, where she aims to help influencers, bloggers etc., grow and work with various brands. One of the goals she sets out for her students is to get that sponsored travel. I went into detail about how people can start and what it takes to succeed. We spoke about the length of a course, what it entails, and the cost. I also talked to her about how she...2022-02-0739 min
Take a Wander with ShebsSocial Media Coaching | Marie HernandezI sat down and spoke to a digital entrepreneur business coach and an expert in sponsored travel, Marie Hernandez. Marie runs her own business, Seriously Travel, where she aims to help influencers, bloggers etc. grow and work with various brands. One of the goals she sets out for her students is to get that sponsored travel. I went into detail about how people can start and what it takes to succeed. We spoke about the length of a course, what it entails, and the cost. I also talked to her about how she...2022-02-0739 min
Take a Wander with ShebsLet's see the world together | The Destination Club | Sekou SaundersI sat down and spoke to the founder & CEO of The Destination Club, Sekou Saunders.Sekou and I spoke in detail about why he started his business and how the company has done since the initial launch. I asked him what made The Destination Club different from other tour group companies. We spoke about the impact the pandemic has had on the business. Another discussion point I had with Sekou was about what type of people the group looks for, as there is a membership that people can purchase. Therefore, what kind of...2022-01-2432 min
Take a Wander with ShebsTravel Points Guru | Ali Travel Points | Alida LupariI spoke to entrepreneur and founder of Ali Travel Points, Alida Lupari. Our main discussion was around how she can help people save money by travelling with points. Alida spoke to me about moving across from Panama when she was young. She was a financial planner before retiring to focus on her passion, which was to travel and help people plan theirs.Ali Travel Points will guide you to find ways to get the best points on your spending. Alida explains how the process works on onboarding clients. I discussed challenges she faces regularly and...2022-01-1038 min
Take a Wander with ShebsLuxury Property Rentals | TSL Rentals | Kyle BiskitI spoke to the founder and CEO of TSL Rentals, Kyle Biskit. Kyle and I discussed how he started in the travel industry and his intention when he started renting properties. We spoke about the early years and the challenges he faced. In particular, we talked about the challenges he faced during the pandemic. How much of an impact did it have on his business. We spoke about where some of these properties are to rent and whether he would like to expand the business. Kyle also discussed how competitive his company is in the...2021-12-2721 min
Take a Wander with ShebsBreathtaking Kenya | Scott Eddy & Ceebz GerardI had the pleasure of sitting down and talking to entrepreneur and TV Host, Scott Eddy, and the Founder & CEO of DNC Media, Ceebz Gerard. During this discussion, they went into detail about the goal and the vision they had when they travelled to film in Kenya. Ceebz discussed the set-up of his company, DNC Media, and what type of work they have done in the past. Scott explains why he wanted to do business with Ceebz & DNC Media. From there, you will see why they connected.Throughout the chat, they both explained how great...2021-12-2042 min
Take a Wander with ShebsTripsha | Meet Travellers & Join Adventures | Cassie ShihI sat down and spoke to the founder and CEO of Tripsha, Cassie Shih. Cassie went into detail with me about her company's concept and her aim and ambition in growing the business. The company leads tours, and we discussed who can lead these tour groups. Cassie spoke to me about what makes Tripsha stands out from other competitors and why she feels it's unique. I spoke to her about who can become a host and whether you are tied down to curating several trips a year. I talked to Cassie about why...2021-12-1330 min
Take a Wander with ShebsWomen who want to travel Kenya | Travel with SinjaI sat down and had the pleasure of talking to the founder of, Travel with Sinja, Sinja Stoetzner. Our main topic of discussion surrounded her business.Sinja and I spoke about her life-changing moment when she travelled across to Kenya to experience the culture, and when she went back to her home country, Germany, she decided that she was going to move to Kenya and start a new life. We discussed why she started her business, Travel with Sinja, and what the business entails. Sinja talked about helping women feel empowered into wanting to travel...2021-11-2943 min
Take a Wander with ShebsTravelling Kenya | Travel4PurposeI sat down and had the pleasure of talking to the founder of Travel4Purpose, Shammi Shah. Our main topic of discussion surrounded her business.Shammi talked to me about studying in Australia and Hong Kong and getting hooked on travelling then. We discussed why she decided to leave the U.K., her home and move back to Kenya, where she was born. I asked her about the courage and bravery it took to quit a well-paid corporate job and start her business, Travel4Purpose, especially during a pandemic.I went into depth about what...2021-11-1533 min
Take a Wander with ShebsSurviving Genocide | Story of JupiterIn this episode, I spoke to Travel photographer, Jupiter Kayonga. Our main topic of discussion was about Jupiter surviving the genocide in Rwanda in 1994, having suffered a traumatic loss as well as having to flee his home and get refuge. We also spoke about his career and how he became a travel photographer. I went into detail about those early moments of his life. Whether it left any scars or he saw it as an opportunity to go and succeed in whatever Jupiter decided to go into.Jupiter talked about being a flight attendant for...2021-11-0136 min
Take a Wander with ShebsTravelling to Tanzania | Curious on Tanzania | Justa LujwanganaI sat down and spoke to the founder of Curious on Tanzania, Justa Lujwangana. Our main discussion point was on her business and why using her platform whilst travelling to Tanzania will be an experience to gain. Justa and I discussed her upbringing and moving across to the U.S.A. from Tanzania. We talked about how she settled into a new country and how she found the culture.We discussed Curious on Tanzania and why she started the business. We went into detail about the concept of her company. What plans she has for...2021-10-1841 min
Take a Wander with ShebsBeauty of Sierra Leone at 60 | SadeIn this episode, I spoke to Journalist & Broadcaster, Sade. Our main topic of discussion surrounded her documentary, which was about the 60th Anniversary of Sierra Leone's independence.We talked first about Sade's education, growing up in England, and how she first fell in love with travel. We discussed her early visits to Sierra Leone as well. I also talked about her beginnings as a journalist and how tough it was to break into the field.I then delved into why she felt it was important to film a documentary about Sierra Leone's 60th independence anniversary...2021-10-0449 min
Take a Wander with ShebsAfghanistan | My life under the TalibanThis is a special edition of the show. I spoke to Masum (name changed to protect his identity), who is in Kabul, Afghanistan, about the current situation in the country. It was intriguing to listen to Masum's story as he went into fine detail about pre-2001, during the 20 years the Americans were inland, and post-August 15th. He tells me what it's really like to live under the Taliban. I also spoke to Conference Director and Travel Photographer Shane Dallas to give his perspective of Afghanistan as it is now and what he made of it...2021-09-2751 min
Take a Wander with ShebsTravelling to find love | Carolina JiménezI had the pleasure of talking to travel influencer, Carolina Jiménez. Carolina is from Colombia, and she discussed with me why she leapt to leave her job in a profession where she obtained a bachelors and masters degree. We went into detail about how she first fell in love with travelling and why she wanted to continue writing that narrative. You will see from our discussion that Carolina was in love with a guy she thought she would be travelling the world together. It turned out to be all so different when the man s...2021-09-2033 min
Take a Wander with ShebsHow to start a successful Podcast | Megan ChapaI sat down and spoke to the host of one of the longest-running travel podcasts, Megan Chapa. Megan hosts the show, Travel Radio Podcast.We went into detail about how she first fell in love with travelling and why she wanted to continue writing that narrative. We talked about why she started the podcast and sustained the show for more than four years. Megan and I discussed what she has done to keep the show fresh over the years. We talked about what is required to start a podcast and what quality you need to...2021-09-0634 min
Take a Wander with ShebsEcomadic | Putting Sustainable into your Travel | Jaclyn YostI sat down and spoke to the founder of ecomadic, Jaclyn Yost. Ecomadic is a sustainable travel platform company, launching in the autumn of 2021 to challenge significant travel booking platforms. Jaclyn spoke passionately about beaming light on environmental and social sustainability issues through travel in this discussion.I spoke in detail with Jaclyn about how she first fell in love with travelling. Jaclyn also talked to me about living in different countries and what she learnt from those experiences. I discussed with Jaclyn why she wanted to start a sustainable travel company and her ambition...2021-08-2338 min
Take a Wander with ShebsTravel Entrepreneur | Mr Scott EddyI had the pleasure of talking to entrepreneur, globetrotter and travel host, Scott Eddy. One of our most significant discussions was on how to run a business that incorporates travel into your work and lifestyle and how anyone can do it at the highest standard.Scott and I spoke about his early life, working in the corporate world as a stockbroker. We talked about why he left that field and what made him fall in love with travel. My main focus point with Scott was looking at how people want to be in the travel...2021-08-0951 min
Take a Wander with ShebsI'm Roaming the Earth | Drea CastroI had the honour and pleasure to talk to actress, producer, director, host, and documentary maker, Drea Castro. Our main topic of discussion was based on Drea's career and how she manages to incorporate travel with her busy work life. Born in the Philippines, Drea moved across to the United States at the age of 4. She talked to me about visiting the Philippines every summer to stay in touch with her Filipino routes. I spoke to her about what it was like getting the best of both American and Filipino culture. Drea and I spoke...2021-07-2647 min
Travel Radio PodcastTraveling Turkey As The Only Tourist w/ Shebs AlomOpening with a 20 min special segment on unveiling fake travel influencers. Turkey travel content can be accessed by skipping ahead to min market 20:00. For an excellent article on this episode please visit the blog at: https://www.travelradiopodcast.com/post/the-only-tourist-in-turkey-w--shebs-alom #turkey #travelShebs Alom Headshot2021-07-171h 11
Take a Wander with ShebsBreaking Down Barriers | Ash BhardwajI had the honour and pleasure to talk to travel journalist, documentary maker and broadcaster, Ash Bhardwaj.Our main topic of discussion was based on how South Asian travellers, journalists, content creators can be seen and heard more in the media. We discussed what obstacles are being faced and the short-term and long-term solutions to improve south Asian diversity within the sector. Ash and I also discussed how he first got into writing and journalism. And what was it that made him stand out? We also discussed him being a multi-media journalist. We...2021-07-1238 min
Take a Wander with ShebsWhy did I start my podcast | Anniversary specialWhat a year! A pandemic year. A year in which I have pretty much distanced myself from everyone. Much like everyone else has! But there was one thing that I was proud to have started during 2020. That was my travel podcast, Take a Wander with Shebs. And what better way to celebrate the first anniversary than to interview the man who has produced consecutive weekly episodes and has pioneered the show. An interview inspired by the state of the current climate. An interview with none other than myself, Shebs Alom!I also have to reference B...2021-06-2811 min
Take a Wander with ShebsWhy did I start my podcast | Anniversary specialAnniversary specialWhat a year! A pandemic year. A year in which I have pretty much distanced myself from everyone. Much like everyone else has! But there was one thing that I was proud to have started during 2020. That was my travel podcast, Take a Wander with Shebs. And what better way to celebrate the first anniversary than to interview the man who has produced consecutive weekly episodes and has pioneered the show. An interview inspired by the state of the current climate. An interview with none other than myself, Shebs Alom!I...2021-06-2811 min
Take a Wander with ShebsStory of Alex on The Map | Alex Schnee part 2I sat down with Alex Schnee to talk about her travel blogging career and how she has managed to make that a success with her blog, Alex on the Map.This was the third time I had spoken to Alex about her journey to date as I had conducted an Instagram Live with her back in April 2020. The talk unfortunately disappeared due to Instagram not giving the option to save the video at that time.This is part 2; part 1 is about food & travel and was technically my second chat with her. In this discussion, we...2021-06-1448 min
Take a Wander with ShebsMexican Explorer & Photographer | Roberta MarroquinI had the honour and pleasure to sit down and speak to photographer, Roberta Marroquin, about how she got into photography, travelling, and her secret of sustaining her long career. Coming from Monterrey, Mexico, we discussed what it was like growing up in Mexico. We discussed her education and why photography was such a passion for her from an early age. Roberta discussed going to university and studying in England and France, of all places, to learn her trade. Roberta talked to me about graduating and making it into the field by freelancing at the...2021-06-1342 min
Take a Wander with ShebsDon't Forget to Move & Not So Bon Voyage | Jules & ChristineJules Hatfield and Christine Williams spoke to me about how they started a successful blog, Don't forget to move, a podcast, Not So Bon Voyage together, and evolved into brilliant entrepreneurs. Jules is from Melbourne, Australia, and Christine is from San Fransisco, California, USA. They both now live in San Fransisco. I asked them where their initial love for travelling started and how that led them to the lives they have now.We discussed how they first met. They stumbled across one another in Peru, South America. They were both travelling solo and connected with...2021-06-1344 min
Take a Wander with ShebsOn a mission to conquer every country in the world | Ravi PrabhuI spoke to Ravi Prabhu live on May 16th 2020 on my Instagram about his ambition to conquer every country in the world. Ravi spoke to me about his early life in India before getting the opportunity to move to the United States of America. He talked to me about his education and his early desire to travel. We spoke about the travel industry and the impact the 2020 pandemic has had on the travel industry. We talked about what airlines, hotels and hostels may do going forward. We also discussed potentially carrying a certificate to travel...2021-06-1344 min
Take a Wander with ShebsTravel with Meaning | Mike SchibelMike and I sat down and talked about the year, which was 2020. We discussed what took place for Mike on a creative level, his journey in the travel space and what he has installed for 2021. Mike and I met through a panel we were both involved in at the end of 2020. During that discussion, we spoke about the importance of diverse storytelling within the travel industry. During our one to one talk, we went in-depth about where Mike's love for travel came from, and what led him to form 'Travel with Meaning.' Living in...2021-06-1345 min
Take a Wander with ShebsThe Extraordinary & Adventurous Journey of Ryan PyleI had the honour and privilege to sit down and talk to, Ryan Pyle. Ryan and I had a comprehensive chat about his life and career up to the present date.Ryan spoke to me about how he initially fell in love with travelling. He told me that his mother was a travel agent, and his household always had magazines such as National Geographic, which got him curious about travelling at a young age. Ryan spoke to me about going off to university and studying International politics at the University of Toronto. His idea of...2021-06-1359 min
Take a Wander with ShebsJourney of Journalist & Travel Blogger Stephanie Claytor | BlacktrekkingStephanie and I spoke about her life and career up to the present day. Stephanie worked as a television reporter for nearly a decade covering the news and being a weekend anchor until she decided to leave the role in September 2020. We spoke about where her initial love for travel came from. Stephanie became fluent in Spanish and then went on to live in the Dominican Republic and Colombia. She also lived in Colombia while participating in a Fulbright Programme. We spoke about her book 'Blacktrekking-My journey living in Latin America,' a memoir of...2021-06-1327 min
Take a Wander with ShebsStory of Travel & culture Writer Katherine Parker-MagyarKatherine spoke to me Live on the 21st of September 2020 on my Instagram about how she started off her writing career, and how she became successful within a couple of years. I discussed where the initial love for travel started with Katherine, and I spoke to her about some of her transformative travel experiences. Katherine used to be based in New York but moved across to Wyoming during the lockdown. She does state it was temporary. Even though she couldn't travel internationally after March 2020, Katherine travelled across the State on road trips. She...2021-06-1344 min
Take a Wander with ShebsMadNoMad | Exploring the world on a motorcycle | Elias VrohidisI had the pleasure of speaking to Mad Nomad, adventurer, writer and author, Elias Vrohidis. Elias and I discussed how he fell in love with travelling and what drove him to want to explore the world on a motorcycle. We started the discussion on his education and what degree he obtained. From there, he realised when he began working in front of a computer that this was a life he did not want to continue living. Elias talked to me about the decision he made to travel at the age of 23, and this was to...2021-06-1331 min
Take a Wander with ShebsFood & Travel | Alex Schnee Part 1I spoke to Alex Live on my Instagram on May 25th, 2020 at 11pm BST/6pm EDT. Alex decided to cook us all ratatouille. This show aimed to discuss what types of food we both have eaten on our travels and why we love to try different cuisines worldwide. Food is a big part of my travels and this talk will serve up an appetite. This was the second talk I had with Alex as our first talk was also live on Instagram. Unfortunately, I don't have access to that footage due to Instagram not having the option...2021-06-1336 min
Take a Wander with ShebsThe Travel Camel | Shane DallasI sat down and spoke to Shane Dallas, a keynote speaker, conference director, social media expert and photographer.We discussed how he fell in love with travelling at a young age and how his career started in the travel industry. One of the topics we talked about was his photography. Shane got noticed because he took photos of places on the road less travelled, which not many did back in the early 2000s or do so today. We talked about why he travels the road less travelled and the meaning behind him starting his weekly...2021-06-1335 min
Take a Wander with ShebsLiving the Dream | Simon ParkerSimon Parker is a Telegraph travel writer, columnist and BBC broadcaster. His show, Earth Cycle, airs on Amazon Prime worldwide. I had the honour and privilege to sit down and talk to Simon about his life and career up to the present date.Simon spoke to me about how he initially fell in love with travelling. Growing up in north Oxfordshire, he said there were no shops, no pubs, and not much to do, making him eager to get away as he got older. He didn't do much travelling during his early life apart from a few...2021-06-131h 02
Take a Wander with ShebsGuy in Dubai | Paris NorrissI had the pleasure of sitting down and speaking to entrepreneur and TV personality, Paris Norriss. In our discussion, we talked about his education, work, travel and becoming a host of his own travel show, Guy in Dubai. Paris discussed with me what it was like growing up and having a few family holidays. This left him wanting to travel more. He went through to university, studying Business studies and focused on finance. He explained why he went down the financial route. When he graduated, Paris told me it was tough to get a job due to...2021-06-1353 min
Take a Wander with ShebsTravelling with Fibromyalgia | Chloe EnnisChloe Ennis appeared on my Instagram live on the 1st of June 2020, to talk to me about her life and travel experiences. We also spoke about her condition, which has affected her life as she was diagnosed with, fibromyalgia. Chloe spoke to me about where her love for travel initially started from. We talked about how that initial experience moulded her into the person that she is now. We also spoke about her life in general growing up and her struggles. The discussion involved getting liked and respected.We spoke in-depth about her condition, fibromyalgia...2021-06-1337 min
Take a Wander with ShebsJourney of Italian Travel Blogger Diana BancaleI had the pleasure of sitting down and talking to Italian travel blogger, Diana Bancale. Diana and I discussed her initial love for travel and how it all started for her in the travel blogging world.We discussed Diana's education and when she moved to Miami to learn English. When she returned to Italy, we spoke about how working in an office environment was the catalyst for her decision to pursue her passion for travel. Having studied journalism in school, Diana had an eye for writing. Hence when 2013 came about, she was well equipped to...2021-06-1345 min
Take a Wander with ShebsLet me tell you my story | Travel Writer & Editor Avital AndrewsI had the pleasure of speaking to Avital Andrews about her success as an editor, writer and journalist. We spoke about how Avital initially fell in love with travelling and how her curiosity was enhanced from her early adventures to explore more in the subsequent years.Avital explains to me how her writing and journalism career started. She puts it down to being bilingual and not speaking the native language of English until she went to school in the United States of America. We talked about what makes her stand out in her field and...2021-06-1329 min
Take a Wander with ShebsA Dose of Travel | Dr Nabila Ismail | South Asians TravellingI sat down and spoke to Pharmacist and Travel Blogger, Dr Nabila Ismail about how she first fell in love with travelling and why she wants to make that a part of her life going forward in her professional career.Growing up in the United States of America, Nabila talked to me about her first experience of travelling abroad. Before starting university, she spent time as an Au pair in Spain which she feels was one of her most significant transformative travel moment. Nabila went and trained as a Pharmacist, having studied through school and...2021-06-1332 min
Take a Wander with ShebsCan you find Love & Travel? | Natasha CottiI spoke to Natasha live on Instagram on the 22nd May 2020 about her life, travels, and whether you can find love whilst your love is travel. Natasha is a Flight Attendant, Freelance Travel Writer, aspiring Actress, and Author. She is also the founder of Single Passport, where her aim is to get singles who travel into a loving relationship. We spoke in-depth about why it has been difficult for some to find a companion whilst travelling during our talk. Whether we are overwhelmed by the thought of settling down and whether that would disrupt our...2021-06-1328 min
Take a Wander with ShebsLegal help for tourists | Legaroo | Life & Career of Alex ThompsonAlex Thompson and I spoke about his life, career, his travels, and the reason he founded, Legaroo, a law firm that aims to help travellers worldwide.Alex spoke to me about his early stages, where his passion for travel started. He was sent off to Canada at 17 years old to study for a year, where his curiosity for wanting to see the world first started. I went into detail about Legaroo, based in Costa Rica, where he is the Founder and CEO, and spoke to Alex about what the company can do to help people...2021-06-1338 min
Take a Wander with ShebsWhy travel to Africa? | German De la melenaGerman came on my Instagram live on the 22nd of June 2020 to speak to me about his business, NananTravel. We also talked about Africa's beauty and why we should think about travelling there after getting back to some normality. I spoke to German about where his passion for travel started. I talked to him about his upbringing in Peru, and how he got started in modelling. You will find out his modelling took him around the world. After living in quite a few different countries worldwide, German eventually decided to leave Lima, Peru and move to Cape...2021-06-1344 min
Take a Wander with ShebsConquering 7 Continents under 30 | Hope WeaverWhat is it like to talk to someone who has conquered all 7 continents and not even turned 30 yet? Well, I got the chance to speak to Hope Weaver, someone who had embarked on a boat to Antarctica a day before her 27th birthday to complete this achievement. Hope is someone I travelled with all over Morocco back in March 2016, as we met on a group tour. Since then, we have remained friends, and I thought it was time she shared her remarkable journey in her life with the world. Hope and I discussed what it...2021-06-1338 min
Take a Wander with ShebsExiled from Palestine | Story of Alaa DaoudiI spoke to Alaa live on my Instagram on the 29th of September about his life journey and what took him to where he is now in Turkey.Alaa is a businessman and owns a restaurant in downtown San Fransisco called Elixiria. His business has featured in Hoodline and Timeout and has had a lot of great success. Unfortunately, it closed during the pandemic, and he does state he is unsure of the future. Alaa talked to me about being born in Jerusalem and moving across to America with his parents at two years old...2021-06-1340 min
Take a Wander with ShebsTravel industry diverse enough? | Fly Brother Ernest White III had the pleasure of speaking to Ernest White II on June 8th, 2020, Live on my Instagram about Ernest's life, career, and the state of diversity within the travel industry. Ernest and I discussed his journey as a blogger, and when he started, the world of blogging was all so new. I discussed the transition he made in making that blog into a television docuseries called Fly Brother with Ernest White II. We spoke about the locations he filmed in and what he gained from those experiences, the plans he has for season 2 and what...2021-06-1334 min
Take a Wander with Shebs12 Trips in 12 Months | Journey of Jen Ruiz | Jen on a Jet PlaneJen and I sat down to go over her wonderful and successful career up to the present day. We discussed her transition from being a lawyer to a full-time travel blogger. She is also an established author. Jen is the founder of 'Jen on a Jet Plane' where her aim is to help people live life on their own terms. This ethos in life also led her to become the founder of; 'People of Puerto Rico,' a non-profit organisation, which aims to help local entrepreneurs establish an online income stream. I discussed with her why it...2021-06-1248 min
Take a Wander with ShebsHow depression hit me during the pandemic | Jeannette CejaJeannette and I sat down and spoke about 2020 and her career up to the present day.Jeannette spoke candidly with me about how she struggled when we all went into lockdown back in March 2020. She stated she fell into a mild form of depression. We spoke in-depth about why this was triggered and where she is now with it.We also spoke about why mindset is so important when it comes to wanting something in life. Whether that aspect is on a career level or just her day to day goals. She spoke to me...2021-06-1248 min
Take a Wander with ShebsIs Travel Inclusive for everyone? Romey LouangvilayRomey and I spoke on my Instagram Live on June 15th, 2020 at 11 pm BST/6 pm EDT on his life and career. Romey is the Partner, Head of Communications at ELMNTL, President at TravelUnity, and Forbes 30 under 30 Finalist in Marketing in 2016. Based in New York, I spoke to Romey about his passion for travel and why it is so important to him to bring inclusivity within the travel sector. Romey and I discussed his upbringing. The initial love for travel came for him whilst growing up in Huntsville, Alabama. One thing he did tell me, growing...2021-06-1234 min
Take a Wander with ShebsI love flying a drone | Christine Lozada | Where in the World is cLChristine and I spoke about her extraordinary journey in life up to the present moment. She fell in love with travel from an early age and when she was in university, she was able to go on off the beaten path and experience what travel really had to offer. We discussed her work in the corporate world where she eventually landed a job working remotely. She was married to her best friend, both with great careers, and their lives all planned out ahead of them. That was the issue! You will find out from Christine...2021-06-1239 min
Take a Wander with ShebsAlways a 'Plane Ticket Away'I sat down and spoke to David about some of his travel experiences. David took his first trip with his parents to Ibiza when he was 18 months old (not that he can remember that). But from an early age, he was fascinated about travelling the world one day as he never went away with his family after that trip. I discussed with David his current situation as he was meant to be in China with his partner teaching English. I spoke to him about where he sees himself once we go back to some normality. I also...2021-06-1231 min
Take a Wander with ShebsPerseverance to succeed | Life & Career of Jeanine BaroneI sat down and spoke to Jeanine about her life and career up to the present day. Jeanine is quite eclectic in her pursuits. She is a travel writer and photographer, fashion and product designer, comedy screenwriter, and entrepreneur. (Her line of clothing, bags and wallets can be found here http://www.jthetravelauthority.com/store/) She has visited 100 countries and all 50 states, often bicycling, hiking, or Nordic skiing. Her quirky comedy short film that she wrote, 'Such A Deal,' debuted in 2020.Jeanine spoke to me about her early love for travel. She...2021-06-1228 min
Take a Wander with ShebsSasta Traveller | Sahil PoleMy talk with Sahil Pole was based on his early travels and what's ahead for him in the coming years. Sahil talked to me about how he has travelled a fair bit of India and parts of the country where many tourists and even Indians haven't been. He spoke to me in detail about specific trips and what he had gained from those experiences. To this day, Sahil has travelled with companions but is open to the idea of travelling solo in the future. There are many places he wants to see around India before...2021-06-1216 min
Take a Wander with ShebsSolo Female Traveller from India | Rutuja KulkarniI sat down and spoke to Rutuja Kulkarni about some of her experiences regarding her travels. Rutuja is a solo female traveller from India. Not many females from India travel solo, but she spoke to me about why she explores solo. One of the big reasons behind it was due to her relationship as she was married. She talked to me about the different mindset and environment the man she married had grown up in. Perhaps how that stopped her from wanting to explore more about her inner self and life. We talked about some...2021-06-1222 min
Take a Wander with ShebsHow to start a successful Travel YouTube Channel | Karl WatsonKarl and I sat down and spoke about some of his experiences in travel and what it took for him to start his travel channel, 'Karl Watson-Travel Documentaries.' We spoke about some of his early days and where the love for travel started. The conversation then led to us talking about filming documentaries and where that all started. He has gone on to make some wonderful feature-length films, usually as a one-man band, occasionally with the help of others. He spoke to me about a few key points when starting and what the content...2021-06-1242 min
Take a Wander with ShebsThe photo that launched my photography career | Lola Akinmade ÅkerströmI had the pleasure of talking to Lola about her life and career up to the present day. Lola is internationally recognised for her work and has won numerous awards. Some of her work has been featured in the likes of CNN Travel, National Geographic Traveller, and BBC Travel. We spoke about how it all started for her in the industry. Lola told me that she moved to Maryland, USA, and started her education there and then eventually moved across to Europe and settling up in Sweden. She started her career as a field journalist...2021-06-1227 min
Take a Wander with ShebsWhy Travel Iran? with Safoura TaheriI spoke with Safoura Taheri about why Iran is a place to travel. Safoura spoke to me about the country's beauty and why there is a misconception of Iran from the western media. We talked about some of the places she loves to visit, and perhaps people should put on their bucket list. She spoke to me about wanting to travel abroad after she has seen all of Iran. Some of the places on her list include Europe and the United States. Safoura is married and said she would love to travel even...2021-06-1220 min
Take a Wander with ShebsJoys of Sri Lanka | Yashodha EdirisingheYashodha Edirisinghe and I sat down and spoke about some of her experiences travelling around her home country, Sri Lanka. We talked about why it was important to her to travel around her home first before embarking on a journey abroad. There were some specific places she spoke to me about and places where she recommends. Yashodha also spoke to me about why waterfalls were always on her list of things to see and experience. Plus we talked about the types of food to eat, and what to try when visiting Sri Lanka. ...2021-06-1218 min
Take a Wander with ShebsDeaf Boy Abroad | Max TaucherMax Taucher is a very charismatic young man. I sat down with him and spoke to him about his life, his YouTube channel, and what got him to start making travel videos. Max was born deaf, but with a successful cochlear implant technology in his ears, this now allows him to hear and speak. Max has desires to have his 'Deaf Boy Abroad' channel grow and would like to reach 1,000 subscribers very soon. Perhaps also get international recognition. Also in the future, he would love to work in the production industry. Specifically for Netflix, either...2021-06-1222 min
Take a Wander with ShebsOnly tourist in the Faroe Islands | Robin MeulemanI sat down and spoke to Robin about his travels and his love for photography. Robin discussed how he first started travelling and how that led him to explore more as time went on. He spoke to me about his love for Iceland and the Faroe Islands. He has the ambition to see more of the world and talked to me about a few places on top of his bucket list.We spoke about over-tourism as well. Our discussion was based on places like the Faroe Islands having too many tourists visiting that the locals...2021-06-1224 min
Take a Wander with ShebsWriting about food from my travels | Journey of Sucheta RawalI spoke to, Sucheta Rawal, a travel expert with a mission to raise awareness in the world through meaningful travel and cultural understanding. Sucheta spoke to me about when she moved away from India at the age of 17 to America. In particular, we discussed some fundamental reasons why telling that story, whether it is through writing or other various social media outlets, was a vital narrative to inform and inspire, especially as she is from a south Asian background. We spoke about going from working in the corporate world to writing articles on food and eventually pursuing...2021-06-1240 min
Take a Wander with ShebsI'm French and I travel | Journey of Garance ChokoI had the pleasure of sitting down and talking to Garance Choko about her life, career and her travels up to the present day. Garance spoke to me about her early life journey and how she found it difficult, growing up in Paris, France. She explains that she had always wanted to leave due to not feeling welcome due to her race. You will see why this was the case as we spoke in detail about racism in society as a whole. She talked to me about the journey she took that led her to...2021-06-1230 min
Take a Wander with ShebsTravel Energetics | Journey of Chelsea Joy ArganbrightI spoke to Chelsea about her journey through her extraordinary life. She has lived a life as a nomad since she was a baby, as her mother moved her around from country to country. In her own words, not even army brats have moved as much as her. We spoke about her journeys in more detail, where she is now, what got her into Travel Energetics with her being the CEO of her company Larrikin Travel. Plus, we spoke about her past relationships and where she sees herself in the future. Chelsea is a fascinating...2021-06-1245 min
Take a Wander with ShebsThe importance of Conservation | Life & Career of Lauren JarvisI sat down and spoke to British Freelance Travel Writer, Lauren Jarvis about her career and her love for travel. Lauren and I discussed her life journey, which has led her to write about travel, wildlife, and conservation. We spoke about where that initial love for travel started. She mentioned her backpacking trip to Australia being a transformative moment. I spoke to Lauren about how she got started in writing and talked to me about what it takes to put in the research to write a good article. From the discussion, you will see it...2021-06-1240 min
Take a Wander with ShebsIs animal conservation important | David KtorzaDavid and I spoke about various things, including his incredible photography and his love for wildlife and travel. David spoke to me about where his initial love for travel started and how that led him to explore more of the world. We talked about some of his specific trips and what sticks out in his mind. We talked about his passion for photography. He explained that he learnt his craft on YouTube of all places, and got better with more time. His most immense love is taking photographs of the wildlife as you will find...2021-06-1227 min
Take a Wander with ShebsEmirates woman of the year | Raha MoharrakI had the honour and pleasure of speaking to Raha Moharrak about her epic journey on completing the 7 summits, career and life, and her plans for the future. Raha spoke to me about her early ambitions in life. We talked about where her love for travel came from and where and why this idea of conquering the 7 summits came from.We spoke about the challenges she had in convincing her parents to want to achieve her dreams. As a Saudi woman, she felt as though she would be breaking down barriers, and by doing so...2021-06-1237 min
Take a Wander with ShebsLife of a Peruvian Explorer | Jimmy Dick EzcurraI had the pleasure of talking to my friend, Jimmy Dick Ezcurra. Jimmy and I met on a group tour in Peru where he was my tour guide back in September 2016. We remained friends since that time as I loved Jimmy's outlook on life.In our discussion, we spoke about how travelling started for him, as he states his father was a pilot which meant he boarded a flight for the first time before his first birthday. Ever since that time, he has always wanted to experience the world. Jimmy spoke to me...2021-06-1226 min
Take a Wander with ShebsWhy you shouldn't work for free | Bemused Backpacker Michael HuxleyI had the chance to speak to someone who doesn't live too far away from me, and that was Micheal Huxley from Bemused Backpacker. I spoke to Michael about the journey he took into starting Bemused Backpacker and how he had transitioned from being a nurse to a full-time travel blogger and making his business a success.Over the years, Michael's work has appeared in The New York Times, The Guardian, BBC, The Globe and Mail, USA Today Travel, NASA and much more. One of the most important topics with spoke about was...2021-06-1237 min
Take a Wander with ShebsTravelling as a Family | Sharon & Mike CassidyI had the pleasure of speaking to Sharon and Mike Cassidy about their lives and where they sit today. Sharon & Mike Cassidy are expats living in Dubai. They are kiwis with two daughters and travel as much as they can as a family. They discussed with me what it’s like to travel as a family and how they are looking to do this on a full-time basis. They both met in New Zealand and didn't necessarily want to travel the world, but with opportunities arising, they eventually moved across to UAE, Dubai. Th...2021-06-0833 min