Make Your Own Map: Are YOU Ready to be BRAVE?

Lisa Niver

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Step out of your comfort zone: how being brave can open you up to your dream world. Lisa Niver can show you how small steps can lead to big results She tackled her own fears and overcame her top 50 challenges before she turned 50. She and her guests will share tips, tricks and tools for how to be courageous in the world of travel, and how that will result in big changes in other areas of your life.

OCT 5

Secrets Bahia Mita on The Jet Set TV with Lisa Niver

I spoke with Nikki Noya on The Jet Set TV about my incredible stay at Secrets Bahia Mita Surf & Spa Resort in Riviera Nayarit. From Sky Bar cabanas and whale watching to sunset hula hooping, birthday celebrations, and unforgettable dining, this adults-only, all-inclusive escape—part of Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection—truly exceeded every expectation. 🌴✨ https://www.wesaidgotravel.com/secrets-bahia-mita/ In my interview on The Jet Set TV, I shared why Secrets Bahia Mita Surf & Spa Resort in Riviera Nayarit was such an unforgettable experience. This adults-only, all-inclusive property—part of Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection—offered the perfect mix of relaxation, celebration, and adventure. My suite was extraordinary, with over 1,000 square feet of space, a plunge pool, wraparound balcony, and sweeping ocean views. One of my favorite memories was hula hooping at sunset during our private mixology class on the balcony. Celebrating Heather’s birthday at the resort was pure joy. From songs and shots at breakfast to a surprise cake at dinner, the staff turned every moment into a celebration. Our Sky Bar cabana days were equally special: drinks delivered poolside, surprise Oreo ice cream sandwiches, whale watching from our loungers, and even a sunglass concierge to keep everything crystal clear. Team members like Regina, Angelo, Efrain, and Julio went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and cared for. And then there was the food—fresh lunches at Olio and Sky Bar, perfect steaks at Bluewater Grill, Mediterranean flavors at Mezze, and plenty of birthday cheer everywhere we dined. Evenings brought karaoke at Koi Bar, fireworks from nearby celebrations, and whale and dolphin sightings along the coast. Secrets Bahia Mita isn’t just a resort—it’s a place where every detail adds up to a joyful, luxurious escape that I’ll never forget. https://www.hyattinclusivecollection.com/en/resorts-hotels/secrets/mexico/bahia-mita-surf-spa-resortMore of my videos from SECRETS: https://studio.youtube.com/playlist/PLv_jKkCiDQcSSKOMIJwWpkJKsxI-9MYyi/videos?o=U

4 min
SEP 28

"Own Your Play" on Do The Thing Podcast

Lisa Niver on DO THE THING Podcast: “What happens when five women stop waiting for permission and start showing up for themselves and each other? That is exactly what we explored in this new episode of The Do The Thing Podcast. I sat down with Laura Carney, Melissa Llarena, Melissa Bright, Lisa Niver, and Darcy Voldenn to talk about why play is the key to building courage, leadership, and community. We talked about why play matters, how small steps lead to big momentum, and how community helps you move faster than you ever could alone.ㅤ Tune in here → YouTube: https://youtu.be/8aGkw3xzKGE Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/own-your-play-how-5-leaders-turned-play-into-purpose/id1618590178?i=1000714244526 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3PMhIZaw4XknjYTI6Qvv6aㅤ And remember... don’t wait for opportunity; create it. #Brave ㅤ#OwnYourPlay #DoTheThingPodcast #Leadership #Creativity #Community Thank you to Stacey and Laura for including me! Lisa My Father's List Modern Prairie Official Melissa E. Gilbert

1h 21m
SEP 21

BRAVE-ish on Sideline Sisters

SIDELINE SISTERS E86 Lisa Niver takes small steps toward feeling brave and finding joyhttps://youtu.be/hSqkVQsanlULisa Niver is a Telly Award-winning travel journalist, TV host, and author of the award-winning memoir Brave-ish: One Breakup, Six Continents, and Feeling Fearless After Fifty. She’s explored over 100 countries on all seven continents, with bylines in USA Today 10Best, The Los Angeles Times, and WIRED. Host of the podcast Make Your Own Map, Lisa inspires audiences worldwide through her bold adventures, powerful storytelling, and passion for reinvention. Lisa's Notes from the Sidelines: Being brave and adventurous have to do with perspective -- how we think of ourselves and the judgement perceived.Small steps lead to big changes.Starting over is hard... no matter how many times you've done it.Like scuba diving, in life, when we have challenges, we need to lean on a buddy. So reach out, take small steps, and find a buddy.You can't do new things in an old way.Acknowledgement and winning is validating, especially when you do your work alone and don't know if it's impactful.Find what makes you happy and do it. It is much easier with the internet to find your people.Travel lets you learn new things and gives you the opportunity for perspective.You can have a travel experience without ever getting on a plane. Explore your own city.Be kind to yourself. It's easy to label yourself a failure, but we don't call a baby a failure when it's learning to walk.When someone says no to you, maybe it means something better is coming.🎙️Listen to Sideline Sisters podcast on your favorite app: https://pod.link/1709566379🌐Check ⁠Jentle Coaching website⁠: www.jentlecoaching.com👉Follow ⁠@jentlecoaching on Instagram⁠: www.instagram.com/jentlecoaching

1h 5m
SEP 14

Fearless After Fifty on Living Ageless & BOLD Podcast!

Fearless After Fifty on Living Ageless & BOLD Podcast! Just shy of her 50th birthday, Lisa Niver moved back in with her parents after leaving a toxic marriage. What felt like rock bottom at the time, was actually the beginning of an incredible journey that would span 102 countries across six continents!Lisa is an award-winning travel expert and one of the top travel influencers in the world. Her website “We Said Go Travel” ranked third on Rise Global’s top 1,000 Travel Blogs. Her YouTube channel of the same name has over 2 million views! She’s published countless articles in publications like National Geographic, Wired, USA Today, Teen Vogue, and more. In this episode she shares with us her adventures and misadventures from her travels all over the world. As a way to challenge herself, Lisa came up with a personal list of fifty new things to try before turning fifty! Come along Lisa’s journey as she gives us a sneak peek into her new memoir called “Brave-ish”. https://www.wesaidgotravel.com/living-bold-podcast/

38 min
SEP 7

BRAVE-ish at Torrance Library

BRAVE-ish at Torrance Library Torrance Library Summer Author Series July 19 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm PDT Level Up Your Life with Brave-ish Adventures North Torrance Library 3604 Artesia Blvd Torrance, CA 90504 https://lisaniver.com/event/torrance-library/ Join award-winning travel expert, journalist, and adventurer Lisa Niver for an inspiring talk about her journey through heartbreak, reinvention, and fearless exploration in her memoir, Brave–ish: One Breakup, Six Continents, and Feeling Fearless After Fifty. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vyhpoSdweI

59 min
AUG 30

Chasing Adventure: Travel Journalist Lisa Niver’s Global Odyssey on Communications Redefined by Angela Tuell

Thank you Angela Tuell for interviewing me on Communications Redefined: “Chasing Adventure: Travel Journalist Lisa Niver’s Global Odyssey” https://www.wesaidgotravel.com/communications-redefined/ Communications Refined https://communicationsredefined.com/chasing-adventure-travel-journalist-lisa-nivers-global-odyssey Welcome to Media in Minutes. This is your host, Angela Tuell. This podcast features in-depth interviews with those who report on the world around us. They share everything from their favorite stories to what happened behind the lens and give us a glimpse into their world From our studio here at Communications Redefined. This is Media in Minutes. On today’s episode, we are talking with award-winning travel journalist, tv host and author, Lisa Niver. Lisa is an adventurer who has explored all seven continents and over 100 countries. She is also the award-winning author of Brave-ish: One Breakup, Six Continents and Feeling Fearless After 50. With a passion for pushing boundaries, she has journeyed through the desert in Mongolia, scuba dived with bull sharks in Mexico, snorkeled with whale sharks in the Philippines and swam with the humpback whales in Tonga. Her adventures include polar bear walking safaris in Canada, twice taking a polar plunge in Antarctica and experiencing thrilling safari encounters with Africa’s Big Five. Lisa is also a sought-after international speaker and the host of the podcast Make your Own Map!

35 min
AUG 24

Nissan Summit Travel Summit at Lake Arrowhead 2025

What a privilege to be part of the Nissan Summer Travel Summit at the beautiful Lake Arrowhead Resort & Spa — and to be included alongside such inspiring leaders in travel, community, finance, hospitality, communications, and automotive media. I drove up from Los Angeles in a Nissan Armada to join the summit as a featured travel expert, sharing my journey as an explorer, author, TV host, and travel journalist who’s visited over 100 countries on all seven continents. From my Telly Award-winning storytelling to my memoir Brave-ish, my mission is to inspire others to step boldly into the unknown and embrace the joy of reinvention. The focus of the summit was road trips and budget travel, exploring how to make adventures accessible, fun, and memorable. The day was rich with insights from a dynamic panel:✨ Lori Butler – Interim Executive Director, Lake Arrowhead Chamber of Commerce✨ Jackie Lam – Personal finance writer & AFC® financial counselor✨ Terry Sullivan – Director of Sales & Marketing, Lake Arrowhead Resort & Spa✨ Jeff Wandell – Communications Manager, Nissan North America Moderator: Jannelle Grigsby – Communications Manager at Nissan, bringing storytelling flair and strategic engagement to guide the conversation. The summit also featured the cream of top automotive journalists and media outlets, including Car and Driver, MotorTrend, Kelley Blue Book, CarBuzz, and Edmunds, making it a powerhouse gathering of travel and automotive expertise. After our talk, I signed my memoir, Brave-ish! A heartfelt thank-you to the Nissan team for bringing together such a talented group and creating space for conversations that spark new ideas and connections. also see my reel on YouTube of our panel: https://youtu.be/rQQGQCGsW1k More videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv_jKkCiDQcSLX4M-0ye3pz2kKpOPveCi Article on We Said Go Travel about the summit:

34 min
JUN 30

BRAVE-ish on NPR

Thank you to Giovanna Rossi for interviewing me on The Well Woman Show for NPR! 324: How To Be Brave With Lisa Niver – The Well Woman Show Giovanna Rossi interviewed me to discuss my book “Brave-ish: One Breakup, Six Continents and Feeling Fearless After Fifty” and “The transformative potential of embracing change. The importance of setting bold goals for personal growth. Strategies for overcoming fear and self-doubt, and much more!” https://www.wesaidgotravel.com/braveish-npr/

48 min

Step out of your comfort zone: how being brave can open you up to your dream world. Lisa Niver can show you how small steps can lead to big results She tackled her own fears and overcame her top 50 challenges before she turned 50. She and her guests will share tips, tricks and tools for how to be courageous in the world of travel, and how that will result in big changes in other areas of your life.

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Lisa Niver
Years Active

2023 - 2025
Episodes

66
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Clean
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Make Your Own Map: Are YOU Ready to be BRAVE?