Full Time to Travel Time

Kim Coates, Isaac Navias
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Welcome to your new comedic travel podcast, where we guide you through the transformative journey from living a traditional full-time work life to embracing the freedom of being able to travel anytime anywhere. Meet Your Hosts, Kim and Isaac. They spent 2018 building their first business together and figured out how to create more time freedom and impact through entrepreneurship and systems.🚙 Now, with over six years of continuous travel under their belts, 40 of the 63 National Parks explored, and over 35 countries visited, they are excited to share the joy, growth, and outrageous experiences that come from the journey, not just the destination. From driving through a herd of buffalo to walking though 3000 year old forests, the Full Time to Travel Time Podcast will take you on a journey through the amazing landscapes, animals, food and culture that makes up this incredible world.🌎  This podcast heavily features the incredible epicness of the US National Park System and gives you great insider tips and guides to visiting amazing National Parks like Yosemite, Yellowstone, Zion, Rock Mountain National park, and many more. Listen and learn behind-the-scene secrets to growing a business or creating a job that allows you to travel anytime, anywhere. Come along for the journey and be inspired to unlock whatever lifestyle you’ve never thought possible.⛰️   --Disclaimer: This podcast is for general and entertainment purposes only.  The opinions and statements of the individuals featured in this podcast should, in no way, be taken as advice or an indication of future results. The opinions expressed during this podcast are only for comedic and entertainment purposes. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. There is an inherent risk to traveling and conditions like weather are constantly changing so you must do your own due diligence before traveling.   

  1. 12/11/2025

    Ep. 18 - Behind Green Living Magazine: Eco-Friendly Travel & Arizona Hotspots with Dorie Morales

    In this episode of Full Time to Travel Time, we’re joined by Dorie Morales, CEO and Publisher of Green Living Magazine, and a powerhouse voice in Arizona’s sustainability scene. She’s taking us behind the scenes of eco-lodges, conscious travel, and what it really means to live green...not just talk green.We’re talking about easy tips for traveling consciously, how to find the best eco-lodges, and the Arizona-based local businesses Dorie personally recommends for travelers who want to explore Arizona through a more eco-minded lens.We’ll also hear the story behind the magazine that’s helped shape Arizona’s green living movement, and play a lightning-round fun game you don’t want to miss! ♻️🌵🛎️ Topics in this episode include:• What makes an eco-lodge "legit"?• Conscious travel tips for beginners• Highlighting the best eco-friendly Arizona local businesses!• What it’s like running a sustainability magazine• Hilarious green travel fails + a fun game!👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe & share with your friends and eco-travel enthusiasts!🎧 Listen anywhere you get your podcasts!📗 Learn more about Dorie & Green Living Magazine:https://greenlivingmag.comdorie.m@greenlivingmag.com 👇 Resources mentioned in the episode:🌎 Beyond Green – Sustainable hotel directoryhttps://staybeyondgreen.com⚡ Buzze EV Charging (AZ-based innovation)https://buzze.biz🧼 Desert Refillery (Phoenix zero-waste refills)http://www.desertrefillery.com/🌾 Zero Waste Store – For travelers & planet-lovershttps://zerowastestore.com✨ Tune into the Full Time to Travel Time podcast and fuel your wanderlust with epic road trip stories and travel tips! https://fulltimetotraveltime.com/travel-podcast/ 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬.https://www.youtube.com/@fulltimetotraveltime/?sub_confirmation=1

    1h 10m

  2. 11/05/2025

    Ep. 17 - Journey Through the Immortal Forest: Sequoia National Park Guide

    Exploring Sequoia National Park and Walk Through The “Immortal Forest” After visiting 40 National Parks this one easily ranks in the top 3!  Watch our top ranked 3 Day Sequoia NP Guide on Youtube: https://youtu.be/M4eI8LI_jlM?si=AILwFyskXQPXAjhBWhat you’ll learn in this episodeExactly how to explore the Giant Forest hub without losing your parking spot (hello, free park shuttles), plus how to pick between the Ash Mountain (198) and Big Stump/180 entrances.Beat-the-crowds strategies: when to arrive, what days to target, and how to ask Rangers the one question that leads to hidden-gem hikes.Must-do hikes & viewpointsTrail of the Sequoias (our off-the-beaten-path stunner via Congress Trail)Big Trees Trail (easy boardwalk around a gorgeous meadow; wheelchair accessible)Eagle View (short, quiet, wildly rewarding panorama over the Middle Fork Kaweah and High Sierra)Moro Rock (iconic steps + sweeping views—go early or late)Iconic trees, explained: General Sherman (largest by volume on Earth) and General Grant (third-largest; fun fact: it could “hold” ~37M ping-pong balls), plus that “how is this even alive?” fire-scar cave you can stand inside.Crystal Cave 101: how to time the drive, what to bring (it’s ~50°F inside), why tickets sell out, and how your tour supports the Sequoia Parks Conservancy.Where to stay: Wuksachi Lodge, campgrounds near Giant Forest and Grant Grove, and when to base in Three Rivers or Visalia.Where to eat (and how we save time & money with “trail-day sandwiches”), plus our post-hike pick: The Gateway Restaurant in Three Rivers with river views.Wildlife moment: the adorable baby bear we spotted from the Big Trees boardwalk (and how to enjoy safely).Games & goodies inside“Trail Tale (or Tall Trail?)” — our true/false Sequoia mini-quiz.A rapid-fire Q&A with our favorite views, drives, and “whoa, we’re tiny” tree moments.Listener bonus: Isaac’s 3-Day Sequoia Itinerary—the exact route that let us hit the classics and the hidden gems—coming to our site so you can download it for offline use.Quick tips we swear byArrive 7:30–8:00 AM on busy days to snag hub parking, then ride the shuttle.No gas in the park—fill up in Three Rivers (south) or near Grant Grove (north).Vehicles >22 ft: use the 180/Big Stump entrance (better for RVs; less twisty).Pack layers: alpine mornings, cool caves, sunny meadows—Sequoia serves all seasons in a day.Support the ParksPurchases at park-run gift shops, Crystal Cave tours, or becoming a Friends of the Sequoias member all help fund education, trails, and habitat work. Leave No Trace, be kind to rangers, and pack out what you pack in. 💚Keep in touchIG/YT: @fulltimetotraveltimeSite & newsletter (and that 3-Day Sequoia download): fulltimetotraveltime.comIf you loved this, please follow and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps fellow travelers find the show!We’ve visited 40 of 63 national parks so far, and Sequoia shot straight into our Top 3 (Isaac might have a new #1). Press play and meet the giants. 🌲

    1h 24m

  3. 10/16/2025

    Ep. 16 How to Start Living Sustainably Without Feeling Overwhelmed | Ashley Weisman of GreenLight Solutions

    If you’ve ever wanted to live a little more sustainably but felt overwhelmed by where to start, you are not alone!In this episode, we’re joined by Ashley Weisman, Executive Director of GreenLight Solutions, a nonprofit that helps students and businesses turn sustainability into simple, real-world action. Ashley breaks down what it actually means to live sustainably in your everyday life, and how even small changes can create a ripple effect.We talk about: 💚 The basics of what sustainability means👵How to embrace your inner grandma! 🌿 Easy habits that can make a real impact 🎓 How students are driving change and how you can get involved too 🗑️ The solution to diverting 90% or more of your waste & leftover food from events/parties! 🌊 The changes Ashley’s seen after years of diving in oceans around the world ⚡ ️The ‘Work From Home Sustainability Guide’ we created together (that’s now part of Arizona’s Green Business Certification Program!) 🎉 Plus: you know we’ve got a great game, travel stories, and positive news about coral reef restoration!! This conversation is full of encouragement, real talk, and real action items that anyone can take to start living with more intention, for yourself and the planet.👉PS - get Kim’s Favorite European Drying Rack here 👉 https://amzn.to/46lHlqN ✨ Tune into the Full Time to Travel Time podcast and fuel your wanderlust with epic road trip stories and travel tips! https://fulltimetotraveltime.com/trav... 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬.   / @fulltimetotraveltime

    1h 8m

  4. 08/13/2025

    Ep. 15 Top 3 Books To Grow Your Business!

    We said three... but you’re getting SIX. 🤷😁In this episode, we’re breaking down the top business books that helped us go from working full time 👉 to building a business that supports our freedom-first lifestyle. Whether you're launching a new side hustle or growing a full-time travel-based business, these books will shortcut YEARS of trial and error. We made the mistakes and learned what to do and what NOT  to do so you can take the fast track to living your best life!📚 From financial intelligence to marketing with storytelling to creating duplicatable systems—this episode is a goldmine of recommendations and just wait until you actually READ these books!We share: 💡 How each book impacted our lives & business 📖 Who these books are great for (and what order to read them in) 🚀 How to start applying the BIGGEST takeaways nowYou'll also hear: – How to read the bare minimum to still magically read 2 impactful books a year! – One of our favorite Free Apps for you to read and listen to books – And how one book completely changed Isaac’s brain forever 🤯

    20 min

  5. 07/23/2025

    Ep. 14 How to Travel the World Using Credit Card Points with Points Queen and TravelCon Host Katherine Fan

    What if you could travel the world, fly first class, and stay at luxury hotels—all without paying cash!? In this episode, we’re joined by points expert Katherine Fan, who has visited 44 countries and all 7 continents using credit card travel rewards!She shares the emotional side of travel, how to get started with points (without getting overwhelmed), and some of her favorite redemption stories—like flying home from Japan in a lie-flat seat and sailing with orcas in Antarctica.We also play 2 hilarious travel games like “Points or Nope” and “The Most Unexpected Game” where Katherine shares a totally unexpected experience accidentally running into Dr. Dinosaur from her childhood in a place she didn’t expect!Listen To The Episode To Get Some Amazing Knowledge-Bombs From The Points Queen Herself: 💳 Learn the basics of using points to travel & how to start using points today🌍 Understand how to make your credit card points worth significantly more than just getting cash back🧳Learn the best way to get free checked bags✈️Find out the benefits and value of transferring points and when to do it🤣 Stay for the stories, laughs, and real talk about purposeful travelIf you’ve ever wondered how travel hackers actually do it, this episode will inspire you & teach you to book your next trip smarter—and maybe even weirder!

    1h 26m

  6. 06/11/2025

    Ep.13 From Professor to Travel Pro: Wolters World on Building a YouTube Brand That Lasts

    Travel Expert Mark Wolters Shares Secrets to Being a Travel OG on YouTube!Join us on Full Time to Travel Time as we chat with the legendary travel vlogger , the man behind the viral “Do’s and Don’ts” travel series that’s helped millions explore smarter. Mark Wolters from Wolters World. He shares his journey in travel vlogging, providing honest and valuable travel advice, and balancing life as a dad, husband, world traveler, and an award-winning business professor. Discover how Wolters World started, the truth behind the glamorous facade of travel vlogging, and get tips on making family travel memorable. Plus, don't miss our fun games and interesting discussions on how to travel smartly and safely!Whether you’re a curious traveler, budding YouTuber, or just trying to survive your next family vacation with your sanity intact—this one’s for you. 🎒🌍

    1h 11m

  7. 05/28/2025

    Ep 12: The Oldest Person to Climb Mt. Kilimanjaro - A Guinness World Record Holder with Anne Lorimor

    🎙️ In this exciting episode, we sit down with Anne Lorimor, a Guinness World Record holder as the oldest person to summit Mount Kilimanjaro - twice! Anne is an inspiring author, adventurer, movie-star and philanthropist. She shares her incredible journey of climbing mountains around the world, including several fourteeners in the US, Machu Picchu, and of course Mt. Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa. Anne is also the founder of the non-profit Creating Exciting Futures, dedicated to helping underprivileged youth unlock their potential. Learn about her award-winning documentary 'Anne Everlasting', her impactful work with youth, and her adventurous spirit that keeps her pushing boundaries even at 94. Get ready to be inspired by Anne's life lessons and her motto, 'It's never too late to learn and grow'.

    1h 13m

  8. 05/14/2025

    Ep. 11 Top 50 Funniest Moments While Traveling To The National Parks: 50-45

    Join us for a new adventure of totally unhinged & hilarious segments called the Top 50 Funniest Moments, where we relieve our top 50 laughable experiences from our national park travel adventures! In this episode, you’ll get to hear 5 crazy stories including a sandwich that attacked Kim, the golden retrievers who were very polite drivers, how to eat a crab off the street, what a park ranger yelled at Kim, & find out what’s not for the buffalo…What made Isaac yell “that’s not for you buffalo!” The noises and imitations of each other will have you dying laughing in this episode!

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Welcome to your new comedic travel podcast, where we guide you through the transformative journey from living a traditional full-time work life to embracing the freedom of being able to travel anytime anywhere. Meet Your Hosts, Kim and Isaac. They spent 2018 building their first business together and figured out how to create more time freedom and impact through entrepreneurship and systems.🚙 Now, with over six years of continuous travel under their belts, 40 of the 63 National Parks explored, and over 35 countries visited, they are excited to share the joy, growth, and outrageous experiences that come from the journey, not just the destination. From driving through a herd of buffalo to walking though 3000 year old forests, the Full Time to Travel Time Podcast will take you on a journey through the amazing landscapes, animals, food and culture that makes up this incredible world.🌎  This podcast heavily features the incredible epicness of the US National Park System and gives you great insider tips and guides to visiting amazing National Parks like Yosemite, Yellowstone, Zion, Rock Mountain National park, and many more. Listen and learn behind-the-scene secrets to growing a business or creating a job that allows you to travel anytime, anywhere. Come along for the journey and be inspired to unlock whatever lifestyle you’ve never thought possible.⛰️   --Disclaimer: This podcast is for general and entertainment purposes only.  The opinions and statements of the individuals featured in this podcast should, in no way, be taken as advice or an indication of future results. The opinions expressed during this podcast are only for comedic and entertainment purposes. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. There is an inherent risk to traveling and conditions like weather are constantly changing so you must do your own due diligence before traveling.   

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  • Creator
    Kim Coates, Isaac Navias
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    Full Time to Travel Time