By: Gina Cambridge

"Travel far, travel wide, but leave behind a trace of love for every mile you journey."

- Gina Cambridge

Welcome, wanderlust souls, to a journey that transcends borders and embraces the ethos of
sustainable and conscious travel on a budget. As avid or budding explorers, we can understand
the transformative power of travel, but we also must recognize our responsibility towards the
planet and its communities.

In this blog post, we embark on a quest through four essential areas: #1-planning, #2-packing, #3 research, and #4-products, to help you enable planet and community friendly travel adventures.

So let's illuminate your path with some affordable ways to travel sustainably and conscientiously. Let's embrace this adventure together while leaving behind a trail of positive change.

Here are little ways we all can make an impact for change…..

1. Planning

a) Choose Eco-Friendly Accommodations: Seek accommodation that embody sustainable practices, such as energy...

By: Ricardo Wilkins

In 2019, I embarked on a life-changing journey volunteering in Cartagena, Colombia. Before departing, I often felt that my career held me back from growing and living a fulfilled life. With nothing to lose and uncertain of my path forward in life, I boldly decided to volunteer in a different country while living with a host family. What I did not know then was how pivotal that environment would be to shift my mindset and help shape the inspired life that followed. During my two months volunteering I was content and happy living a new lifestyle. I recognized that the things I held on to weren’t that important and allowed me to define my authentic values. 
 
Stepping into the unknown, embracing new cultures, and engaging in selfless acts are the ingredients for a transformative experience. As an Immersive Volunteer Travel Coach who has ventured into the vibrant city of Cartagena, Colombia, I...

Travel has long been recognized for its ability to rejuvenate the soul, ignite a sense of adventure, and create lasting memories. But did you know that travel can also serve as a powerful tool for healing and personal transformation? Whether it's recovering from a loss, overcoming a challenging period, or simply seeking solace and self-discovery, the transformative nature of travel can provide a much-needed path to healing. In this blog post, we will explore how travel can help people heal, restore their spirits, and embark on a transformative journey towards healing and self-renewal.

1. It Offers a Break from Routine and Familiarity

Sometimes, healing begins with stepping away from the familiar and embracing new environments. Travel allows individuals to temporarily detach from their routine, surroundings, and responsibilities, creating a space for self-reflection and emotional healing.

• Distance from triggers and reminders: For those experiencing grief, heartache, or...

By: Sahara Rose De Vore, Founder & CEO of The Travel Coach Network

Has anyone ever told you that before?

"Your idea is not good."

"You’ll never find a customer."

"Your concept is not a 'thing'."

"No one will ever pay money for that."

If you have been told that before OR you tell yourself that, here are 5 things that I want you to consider:

1) How much do you believe in your idea?

No one will believe in, or understand, your idea(s) more than you will. What will get you through those tough days, which there will be many of, is your passion and belief in your overall mission.

2) Someone has to be the first for everything.

Stop trying to start a business based off of someone else’s proof of concept. Why let someone one else pioneer a path in what YOU believe in and succeed at it first. Instead, set a precedent for what you do and what you offer and let the attention and energy flow to you.

3) Does your concept stem from your personal experience, needs, or obstacles?...

By Tandi Bailey | Eir Wellness

Traveling is an exhilarating experience that allows us to explore new places, immerse ourselves in different cultures, and create cherished memories. However, the excitement of travel can sometimes leave us feeling physically and emotionally drained upon our return.

Travel recovery delves into the importance of resting and provides valuable benefits to help you restore and nurture your well-being after your adventures. It is an intentional process of rejuvenating and restoring your mind, body, and spirit after an immersive travel experience.

Rest and Recharge

After an intensive travel experience, it's essential to prioritize rest and recharge. Give yourself permission to relax and rejuvenate. Allow your body to recover from jet lag, fatigue, and the physical demands of travel. Set aside dedicated time for quality sleep, unwind with a good book, take soothing baths, and engage in activities that promote relaxation. Buffer your travel timeline with a...

Life is an extraordinary journey, filled with opportunities for growth, self-discovery, and personal
transformation. Many individuals seek guidance and support to navigate their path and make the most of their experiences. In recent years, two coaching disciplines have gained significant popularity: life coaching and travel coaching. But what if we told you that combining these two powerful approaches could lead to even greater personal development and a truly transformative journey? In this blog post, we'll explore how to harness the synergy between life coaching and travel coaching, allowing you to unlock your full potential while embarking on unforgettable adventures.

Embracing Self-Exploration Through Travel

Travel has the remarkable ability to broaden our horizons, expose us to new cultures, and
challenge our perspectives. It encourages us to step outside our comfort zones, fostering personal growth and self-exploration. By integrating life coaching principles into your travel...

Are you a travel coach looking for tips on how to set a solid foundation for your business or ways to take it to new heights? Do you want to create a thriving brand that truly resonates with your audience? In this article, we'll dive into the five “gets" – five essential, evergreen strategies that will help you elevate your travel coaching business.

#1. Get Authentic

When you sound like everyone else, or do what they do, just because it works for them or someone told you that this is the way that you should do it, you get lost in the crowd. 

Instead, start getting authentic in your business. That means tapping into your own travel story, using your own travel experiences, your own purpose for travel in your travel brand, and sharing your beliefs around the value of travel. 

What is it that you believe in? 

What is it that you want people to know and believe in when it comes to travel? 

Build a business that is true to yourself.  In your business,...

By: Rebecca Thomas

"In order to succeed you must fail, so that you know what not to do the next time."

A quote by Author Anthony J. D'Angelo that sums up my sabbatical experience
perfectly!

Travel has been a love of mine since my early twenties, but life sometimes takes us
on a different path. At 22 years old, after my degree in Travel and Tourism and a rite
of passage backpacking through Asia and Australia I fell into recruitment! Twenty
years later I’ve come full circle and am ecstatic to marry together my passion,
profession and purpose.

I believe it’s all possible once we find balance. Which, hand on heart I can honestly
say I’ve finally found. But it hasn’t always been this way. Rewind 7 years, I was
living in Sydney working consistent 60-70 hour weeks in a highly target driven
environment. Living for the weekend and seeing my family once a year for two
weeks if I was lucky, it certainly wasn’t a life of design.

Life on Manly Beach, Australia; Image credit...

As we near the end of Mental Health Awareness Month, it's important to recognize the powerful impact that travel can have on our mental wellbeing. As travel coaches, we have a unique opportunity to help our clients tap into the transformative power of travel and use it to support their mental health.

It's no secret that travel can be a great way to escape the stressors of everyday life and experience new things. When we travel, we are exposed to new cultures, foods, and ways of life, which can help us expand our perspective and challenge our assumptions. This can be incredibly empowering, especially for those who may be feeling stuck or trapped in their daily routine.

As travel coaches, our role is to help our clients make the most of their travel experience. This means not only helping them plan their itinerary but also helping them embrace the mental health benefits that travel can offer. Here are a few ways we can do this:

1. Encourage mindfulness: Traveling can be a great...

By: Terri Reynolds

How it Started

It was 1998, I was 38, it was the end of my second marriage. I decided I would be the one to
move out of the marital home, it was easier that way. I asked my 18-year-old daughter
what she preferred to do, and she wanted to stay there. That was fine, I was only 10
minutes away.

The months that followed began a mind-numbing routine of eat, work, sleep, repeat. That
summer I went on my first ever girls’ holiday, it was just my friend and me. We went to
Zante, Greece. I loved it so much I went back twice more that summer. I got friendly with
the workers on the island and decided that when I returned home, I would ask for a career
break for a year, to go back to Greece the following season, as a worker.

My first girls' holiday in Zante, Greece.

Work said yes! I was so excited.

Then a work colleague who had heard of my plans, suggested a round the world ticket. I’d
never heard of this – tell me more.

Now – I’d only ever been abroad...