185 | Why Travel Feels So Hard — And How to Make It Much Easier

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Ever feel like travel is more stressful than it should be? You’re not alone — and you’re not imagining it.

In this episode, I unpack the real reason travel feels overwhelming: No one ever taught us how to do it well. From not knowing if you passport will pass muster to panicking when a flight gets canceled, most of us are just guessing our way through trips — and that leads to stress, wasted money and missed experiences.

But it doesn’t have to be that way.

I share how 25+ years as a travel journalist led me to create a simple system to help you plan confidently, avoid costly mistakes and actually enjoy your travels. You’ll discover the tools, tips and insider strategies that take you from confused to confident — no matter your destination. If you’re ready to stop winging it and start traveling smarter, it’s time to go behind the curtain.

Join me inside my Secrets of a Travel Journalist Club, where you’ll learn my proven travel system, access real-time support and finally travel the way you’ve always wanted — with clarity, confidence and ease.

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