In this week's Travel Talk episode, host Kim Anderson shares a personal story sparked by a recent conversation that unlocked a powerful memory. It’s a moment from her travels that's hard to put into words—and even harder to forget. It was brief, unexpected, and unlike anything she’s experienced before... or since.

This episode is all about those rare, strange, and beautiful travel moments that don’t come with a guidebook or a checklist—but leave a mark all the same.

🔹 A solo hike that turned into something completely unexpected
🔹 A moment of stillness that shifted Kim’s perspective
🔹 Why this short experience continues to resonate years later

If you’ve ever had a travel moment that stopped you in your tracks—or made you feel something you couldn’t quite explain—this one’s for you.

🎧 Hit play and see if you’ve ever experienced this too. Because let's be real... IYKYK

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You followed the rules. You checked all the boxes. So why does it still feel like you're living someone else’s dream?

In this Best Of episode, host Kim Anderson revisits one of the most powerful and soul-stirring conversations from last summer with travel blogger and content creator Bea Mitiner of Bea Adventurous.

Bea had it all: a high-powered corporate job, a successful marriage, and the kind of life that checked all the boxes. But something didn’t feel right. So she made the boldest decision of her life - she left it all behind to travel, create, and pursue a life that actually felt like hers.

In this episode, you’ll hear how Bea sold everything, ended her marriage, and set off on a year-long journey across Sub-Saharan Africa to build a travel business rooted in meaning and connection. She shares the raw truths of that leap - what it cost her, what it gave her, and how it reshaped everything.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

• Why leaving a “good life” can be the hardest decision of all
• How to build a business aligned with your values, not just your resume
• Why redefining success means going beyond money, metrics, and titles

If you’ve ever looked around and wondered, “Is this really it?”—this episode is your sign.

Press play and get inspired to build a life that feels like your own.

RESOURCES:

• Connect with Bea: Instagram & Bea_Adventurous Travel Blog

⚡ ROUND BOOK: Ten Lessons From the Road by Allistair Humphrey

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3. The Realities of Entrepreneurship & Turning Your Passion Into Profit w/ Travel Girl Gang Creator, Ashley Jones #97

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Looking for more joy in your everyday life?

In this short and inspiring episode, host Kim Anderson shares how the joy of travel begins way before you take off.

Whether you’re planning a big international adventure or a quick weekend getaway, this episode explores the emotional benefits of travel anticipation and why the lead-up to a trip might be just as magical as the trip itself.

You’ll walk away feeling inspired to plan your next vacation—and understand why booking travel in advance can be a powerful way to boost your mood, build excitement, and stay connected to your love for adventure.

Perfect for anyone craving a mindset shift, a spark of wanderlust, or a reason to finally book that trip.

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