Starla Skelton - Podcast Details

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I Am Not Your Tour GuideNine-Week Journey through Asia!Are you looking for travel ideas? Where should you go next? How do you decide on an itinerary? The owners and operators of Travel Light Adventures joined our podcast again to share some of their updated knowledge on their 9-week trip through Japan, Korea, Vietnam, and Nepal! This dynamic duo, Melanie and Enzo, traveled with one of their best friends through Asia and together they shared a few top-life experiences! A few experiences that we discuss: The magical toilets in JapanStreet food in Vietnam Trekking in Sapa, Vietnam Riding motorcycles through the Ha Gi...2025-06-191h 24

I Am Not Your Tour GuideHike Your Own Hike: Tales from an Ultralight Hiker."You pack your fears." Those are the words of Stephen Virant, a trail minimalist who challenges himself by packing only what he needs. Though the current weight of his backpack (and all its contents) weighs only 7.7 lbs., he encourages you to get outside and hike your own hike! Whether you're hitting the trails to hike three miles or thirty, Stephen advises, "Just do what you can and take in the beauty that you are in". A few of Stephen's hiking highlights: Arizona Trail Colorado Trail John Nicholas Trail (JNT)Glacier Nati...2025-05-2652 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideIntroduction to Mount St. Helens and Mount Adams!The star of this weeks episode is Kyle Comley! He is a Washington local that grew up learning about the history of the land in the PNW and he enlivens the narrative of spending life outdoors. Kyle gives us background and historical information on Mount St. Helens and claims that Mt. Adams is the hidden gem of the Northwest!A few recommended resources to explore before your visit: https://www.wta.org/https://www.alltrails.com/Additional must-see spots in southwestern Washington: Gifford Pinchot National ForestApe CaveLewis River Tr...2025-04-2840 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideDiscover the White Mountains in New England!Jaime Itani joins us this week to highlight the White Mountains, which can be found in New Hampshire and Maine. She is a master of the day-hike and and she encourages us to find communities to be a part of in the areas in which we live. Jaime lives in Boston, Massachusetts and is a mother of three awesome boys. If you're looking for a hiking community in the Boston area, she recommends: Appalachian Mountain ClubAdventuring Mamas of New England Join us for some inspiration on getting outside and being your own version of...2025-04-1348 min

I Am Not Your Tour Guide¡Vamos a Puerto Rico!This week's podcast takes us to the extraordinary island of Puerto Rico! One of my best friends, Erin Sellers, takes us on an auditory adventure as she outlines the details of her trips. Even though the island has exotic resorts that are worth the visit, Erin is more of a "let's see what type of risky festivity is out there" kind of woman. Her wanderlust ran wild in Puerto Rico as she searched for adventures including scuba diving, eating all the bananas, horseback riding, biking, hiking, and getting misconstrued tattoos. She reminds us that Puerto R...2025-03-1053 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideEcuador. This Is Your Sign To Go.Welcome to Season Three! I am kicking off this third season with a good ol' fashion travel story that completely revolves around the incredible country of Ecuador. Our story starts in Quito and takes us on a journey south to Cotopaxi National Park. 2025-02-0138 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideTravel Light Adventures: They ARE Your Tour Guides.I am not your tour guide....but this dynamic duo can actually be your tour guides! I was lucky enough to have an inspiring conversation with Melanie and Enzo, who are the owners of an active group adventure company, Travel Light. Melanie is a free bird who is passionate about planning trips that consist of a healthy balance of spending the days in nature but sleeping in comfy beds at night. Her cohost and fiancé, Enzo, is the perfect partner whose job ranges from trip comedian to mule (not the drug kind). If you're looking to join a...2024-05-2058 min

I Am Not Your Tour Guide'Twavel....It's What Bwings Us Togever Today.'This power couple, Mike and Natalie, join us this week to relive their adventures of traveling the world together as they continued to fall deeper in love with each other. Natalie and Mike traveled for almost a year throughout parts of Central and South America on their first go-around. They had so much fun the first time, they took off for another 9 months through Europe. They are definitely the type of couple that we hashtag with the phrase #relationshipgoals. So, check out a small portion of their beautiful story on one of your evenings strolls this week! 2024-04-2254 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideNepal: Finding Inspiration in Vertical Landscape."We have always kind of lived our life easily inspired". That is the mindset of this week's guest, my brother, Ryan Skelton. He is a traveler that allows the world to impress him. Ryan has traversed through seventy countries and lived abroad with his wife for almost 11 years. On this week's episode, we embark on an adventure through the soaring mountains of Nepal as we enjoy the powerful feeling that we receive when we listen to a good story, compliments of my brother. 2024-03-041h 14

I Am Not Your Tour GuidePATAGONIA: The Spirited Journey of a Woman Who Forgot Her Gloves.This week's guest, Tasha Cortesi, has a gift for retracing her vivid memories for a story, living in the moment, and making new best friends wherever she travels! She passionately shares her guided adventures through Patagonia as she expresses her new devotion to finding the spirit of Träkál, which is a spirit created to honor Patagonia. Though Tasha discovered that no article of clothing is actually waterproof and tents work best when they are tied down....her positive outlook on respecting nature and being present in every moment will inspire you to book your next trip to a p...2024-02-191h 09

I Am Not Your Tour GuidePassenger Princess: Tales of RVing across America.This week's fabulous guest, Callie, divulges stories from her 14- month road trip across the United States in her trusty RV with her amazing husband. As first mate of their RV, Callie navigated around the country and explored dozens of National Parks. They began by joining the snow birds in Florida and then made their way West, making friends and living their best lives. So, join Callie for a few tips and a lot of inspiration if you have a desire to sell everything, buy an RV and just go! 2024-01-2254 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideAntarctica: How to Get to the Bottom of the Earth.Through my wave of excitement, I got to interview this week's guest from her computer room in McMurdo Station, Antarctica. Katy's original goal was to reach the continent without breaking the bank. With determination, she applied multiple times for support staff positions within research bases on the frozen world of Antarctica. She's now living out one of her dreams in a destination where true, pure adventure still lives. Join Katie on our pod this week as she gives us a little glimpse of her remote world. 2023-12-2339 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideGood energy, good friendship, good conversation.After years of a friendship that requires little nurturing, I got to sit down and catch up with my dear friend, Tennah. Her positive energy and her enthusiasm for being her authentic self is something you can feel when she speaks. Tennah took the time to entertain me with a few of her special travel memories from the past while reminding me of the importance of friendship!2023-12-1146 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideSolo Travel. Solo Podcast.In the spirit of solo travel, I attempted a solo podcast. Though I'm more interested in hearing the travel stories of fellow travelers, there was a peace in reliving my memories through my story-telling. For all those people that are teetering with the idea of a solo travel trip...let me be the person that tells you to just do it! There is beauty to be found everywhere and we sometimes see life in a deeper form when we are focused on ourselves and not distracted by the routine of others. I encourage that you introduce one good solo t...2023-11-3042 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideAdventure Travel Trips.This week I interviewed the owner/operator of Travel Light, Melanie Tucci. She's participated in a whirlwind of adventures through 32 countries and has a passion for planning adventure travel trips so people can experience the world in new and exciting ways! Melanie is an avid hiker and "Type 2 fun" kind of girl. Join us as she lights the fire of wanderlust within us and enlist on one of her upcoming trips! You can find all her information on IG @traveltooch. Her photos will make you want to jump on the next plane out of town! 2023-11-0644 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideTeaching Abroad: Tips and AdviceKatie Skelton joined us for another amazing interview on the pod! Katie was a teacher overseas for a decade and she shares some of her amazing knowledge and tips for anybody that may be teetering with the idea of teaching abroad. For those passionate about teaching children and seeing the world, just know that you CAN do it and Katie is here to remind you of that! 2023-11-0558 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideTeaching Abroad: Egypt and Vietnam.Brittany and Adam have traversed the globe as a couple for the past twelve years and it's brought them closer than ever. It started with Brittany's itch to move abroad and after a six-pack and ten very convincing google images of Vietnam, Adam agreed to leave everything behind and they moved to Ho Chi Ming with high hopes of finding a job in the world of teaching abroad. Two-weeks and a few interviews later, their adventures began in teaching English and they never regretted a minute of it. Join Adam and Brittany this week on the pod as they g...2023-07-1751 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuidePart 2: Let's Talk Travel.Join this week's guest, Jason, for the second half of a good conversation on travel. Although a three-hour conversation tends to be one of our shorter ones, we skim popular and controversial topics that revolve around the world of wanderlusting such as technology vs. travel, over-tourism, women traveling alone, and learning about different cultures. Maybe this will even spark a good debate between you and your own travel partner....so enjoy! 2023-07-111h 15

I Am Not Your Tour GuidePart 1: Zion National Park, Utah: The Narrows.The Narrows is an appropriately named hike considering that it is the narrowest section in Zion Canyon in Zion National park. Though the description of this place can be intimidating, it's a wet trail that calls to hikers of all experience levels. This week my pal Jason joins the show to educate us on what to expect if you're planning on paying a visit to this incredible and specific spot in Utah. He goes into detail on what you need to pack, where you should camp and how to prepare for this unforgettable trek. Jason's tips will encourage you...2023-07-031h 01

I Am Not Your Tour GuideGermany and Switzerland: You know it's on your bucket list.Although you can spend years discovering all that Germany and Switzerland have to offer, it's worth it to take any amount of time and explore any city that's calling your name! Briana, a 26-year old musician and Ultrasonographer from Atlanta, took 11 days with her hubby to scout out some awesome cities with the help of their Eurail passes. They experienced the high altitudes of Jungfraujoch which sits over 11,000 feet above sea level (it will take your breath away just by googling it). Briana and her husband Wyatt bar-hopped through pubs in Munich where the standard for beer is high...2023-06-2649 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideRoad Trips and Weekend Getaways.This week's guest is no stranger to road trips and four-day weekends. The one and only Kelly Dugan joins the world of podcasting where her inventive way to create humor is appreciated and her honesty doesn't go unnoticed. Kelly reminds us that weekend trips can be the antidote we need when we are feeling like we are in a rut. So, join Kelly and I as we reminisce on the stories that entail failed roller skating adventures, being woefully unprepared on Cumberland Island, and her passion for food safety. We hope that our stories will remind you of the j...2023-06-191h 13

I Am Not Your Tour GuideTraveling Teenager: Reflections with my daughter.My one and only daughter has been my road dog since the day she was born. With the celebration of her high school graduation, I wanted to take time to reflect with her on just a few of her travel experiences. Her shyness and humility is part of her beauty, so I wasn't sure if she would humor me with a public podcast episode. But she indulged me and comfortably sat with me, as mother and daughters do, and chatted with me about her perspective on travel. She's stepped foot on 5 continents and at least 20 US states, and she's r...2023-06-1326 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideDebbie almost died.....but not in India.Our guest this week, Debbie Chand, steals the show as she provides us with tips for traveling throughout India, not to be confused with Indiana. Debbie was born in the U.S.A and her father is from India. She has explored India in depth and provides us with her "to-do" list that she recommends. Join our podcast for some great travel advice and some "I almost died" stories, compliments of Debbie Chand. 2023-05-2154 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideDebbie almost died.....but not in India.2023-05-2154 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideDebbie almost died.....but not in India.This week's guest, Debbie Chand, steals the show with her tips on traveling to India, not to be confused with Indiana. Debbie, who was born and raised in the U.S.A, has family in India and has been exploring that country her whole life. Her perspective on travel is helpful and entertaining since she has always had the gift of being blunt. So, join us for useful travel guidance and get ready to hear Debbie share a few stories about how she "almost died". 2023-05-2154 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideLuxury Golf Travel.Join us on this week's podcast as we talk in depth with an amazing friend of mine, Mike DiLonardo. Mike has mastered the art of travel and now uses its benefits to do what he loves doing most, play golf. When he was fifteen years old, he started playing any course he could get his hands on. Now, he's on a search for top luxury golf courses across the globe and he enjoys it most when he's playing a round with his dad. 2023-05-1255 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideRock Climbing, or not, in Yosemite National Park.The culture of rock climbing in Yosemite National Park is a way of life that I have always admired with a dash of jealously. But whether you are an avid climber or an individual who has respect for the artistry of Mother Nature, Yosemite is a place to visit where peace finds you. Visit our podcast this week to meet Chris Law, an incredibly entertaining outdoor enthusiast who has lived in the culture of the wall. He gives helpful travel tips and encourages everyone to go, at least once in their life, to Yosemite National Park. 2023-05-081h 00

I Am Not Your Tour GuideTraveling With Purpose.Frederick Murphy, aka "Murph", is the founder and artistic creator of the project, History Before Us. Murph is a licensed therapist who used the canvas of the United States to get back to the thing that he really loved to do...which was creating oral histories by interviewing people on their specified experience during Jim Crow. Since then, he has used his belief in the power of storytelling to invest in the lives of others. He doesn't use travel solely as a recreational piece, but he travels with purpose and the intent to keep history alive. Check out his w...2023-04-091h 00

I Am Not Your Tour GuideMy Flow State of Travel.There are people that are overwhelmed with a level of discomfort when they are asked to share their feelings and sentiments about life. Jay is not one of those people. On the contrary, he is a person who shares the details of his emotions without a morsel of apology. So, listening to Jay discuss how he sees the world through the viewpoint of a traveler is an experience that will unlock something inside of you. Join us this week as we discuss his admirations for travel and his advice on stepping outside of your comfort zone and just going. 2023-04-031h 04

I Am Not Your Tour GuideTramily on the Appalachian Trail.Today we are listening to the dynamic Brother/Sister duo who rocked the entire 2,200 miles of the Appalachian Trial in just under five months. David and Ashley reminisce on the community of the trail, their daydreams of food, and their pursuit to actively avoid gear heads. These two have an undeniable sibling bond and an attractive take on storytelling. If you've ever thought of doing some hiking on the A.T. or just enjoy hearing about the outdoor pursuits of others, join us on this fun discussion. 2023-03-2650 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideThere is Another World Out There.Born in Venezuela, raised by a strong mother who taught her the importance of being an independent woman, Dariella shares her stories of how she prioritizes travel over having nice "things" in life. Her stories are laced with conviction as she stresses her devotion for giving back to the communities that she visits. Dariella's stories will inspire you to love a little more and also to buy a plane ticket, asap. 2023-03-1955 min

I Am Not Your Tour GuideA Dodgy Little Place.Join us this week as we listen to Rob De Clerk effortlessly spout out his tales of seeing much of this planet. His affection for dodgy little places is expressed as he narrates his version of the world. Rob's stories are concise and candid and I'm sure you will love him more for it. So, sit back and relax as you prepare yourself to get lost in his journey. 2023-03-121h 10

I Am Not Your Tour GuideStarla Story Time.Though I am fully aware that everything I say is not profound, I still love telling a good old fashioned story. On this week's episode, we are mixing it up. My brother, Ryan Skelton, does an excellent job of making me feel that I'm more interesting than I actually am. So, I hope you join me, my country accent, and my over-usage of the word 'like' as I explain how and why I entered this amazing world of podcasting. 2023-03-061h 19

I Am Not Your Tour GuideMy Boyfriend won't talk to me on this temple.Although we don't put a dent in Katie Skelton's repertoire of stories, she divulges her personal saga of getting engaged in Myanmar and giving birth to two remarkable daughters in Casablanca, Morocco. Katie taught abroad for over a decade, took a bus from Colombia to Argentina on a year-long honeymoon, and is now starting a photography business with her husband. Join me on this adventure of love and family through Katie's eyes.2023-02-261h 03

I Am Not Your Tour GuideArt. Walk. Travel. Repeat.Dr. Darcova Triplett sees the beauty in everything. Although she explores museums in every city she visits, she still appreciates art in the life that surrounds her. Darcova is an artist, teacher, poet, traveler, line dancer and professional walker with a specialty in strutting. Join us as she entertains us with her travel experiences across the U.S.A and teaches us all a little about self-love. 2023-02-1955 min