Manifest Travel

Brittany Braddock
Manifest Travel

Welcome to the Manifest Travel podcast with your host, Brittany Braddock, where we dive into all things travel! From manifesting your travel goals to optimizing your experiences, we'll cover everything you need to channel your inner wanderer. Through conversations with seasoned industry vets as well as novice adventure-seekers, I hope to inspire you on your journey to manifesting travel!

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Travel, Entrepreneurship, and Surfing: An Episode of The Maverick Show with Danielle Hu

    #39: Welcome to a special episode of Manifest Travel where I’m doing something a little different and sharing an episode from one of my all-time favorite podcasts, The Maverick Show with Matt Bowles. If you’ve been following Manifest Travel, you’ve heard me mention Matt and his show more than once. He’s a friend, mentor, and an incredible host who brings powerful conversations about travel, entrepreneurship, and social justice to the forefront. The episode I’m sharing today features Danielle Hu, the founder of The Wanderlover brand, business, and podcast! Danielle is a surfing enthusiast, a location-independent entrepreneur, and a full-time world traveler who has built a wildly successful lifestyle around her passions. In this episode, Danielle shares her inspiring journey—from her parents’ immigration story and growing up navigating Chinese and American identities in New York, to studying abroad in Italy and Hong Kong. She takes us behind the scenes of her transition from corporate life to a thriving career as an entrepreneur, podcaster, and digital nomad. You’ll hear her biggest tips for building a remote business, growing a social media presence, and creating digital products, plus insights on finding love as a digital nomad and making relationships work on the road. Danielle also talks about structuring her days for productivity, traveling safely to 60 countries, and her reflections on what 'home' and 'travel' mean to her after six years of full-time adventure. Episode Show Notes on The Maverick Show Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe and please reach out to me directly on Instagram or email me at manifesttravelpodcast@gmail.com if you have any feedback or would like to be a guest on the show!

    1 hr
  2. JAN 14

    Exploring the World with Confidence: Amy Lancaster on Women’s Empowerment Through Travel

    #38: Welcome back to Manifest Travel, the podcast where we explore the transformative power of intentional travel and share stories to help you manifest the lifestyle of your dreams. I’m your host, Brittany Braddock, and this episode features Amy Lancaster, the founder of Just Go Adventures. Amy is on a mission to empower women to see the world through life-changing group trips filled with adventure, cultural experiences, and exploration. With a professional background in social work and addiction counseling, Amy brings a unique perspective to how travel can heal and transform. We dive deep into how her experiences have shaped her approach to guiding women on their own journeys of discovery. In this episode, we discuss the perks of sober travel and de-centering alcohol while still having an unforgettable time, dismantling the myths that travel is dangerous or unattainable for women, and the profound ways travel connects us to different cultures and fosters compassion. We also talk about Malawi as an incredible destination, the benefits of organized group travel, and how Amy’s work helps women embrace adventure and create their own stories. Explore Asheville Shop Asheville Local Businesses Support Asheville through Beloved Asheville and Hearts with Hands Hive Ambition The Maverick Show Don’t forget to subscribe and follow so you never miss an episode, and if you’re enjoying the show, a quick review would mean the world to me.

    55 min
  3. JAN 7

    Train Travel & Lifestyle Design with The Professional Hobo, Nora Dunn

    #37: Welcome to Manifest Travel, the podcast where we explore the art of intentional travel and lifestyle design to help you manifest your dream journeys and life goals. I’m Brittany Braddock, your host and travel coach, here to inspire you with stories, strategies, and insights from incredible globetrotters who live life on their own terms. Today, I am absolutely thrilled to welcome Nora Dunn, also known as The Professional Hobo. Nora has been a digital nomad since 2006, traveling to over 80 countries and mastering the art of what she calls, financially sustainable travel. She’s the author of How to Get Free Accommodation Around the World and Tales of Trains: Where the Journey is the Destination. Among many many other things, her expertise spans train travel, free accommodations, lifestyle design, and building community on the road. In this episode, we’ll dive into Nora’s fascinating philosophy that the journey itself is often the destination. We’ll uncover her best tips for finding community both personally and professionally, and her secrets to financially sustainable travel. Whether you’re dreaming of a life abroad, looking to redefine how you travel, or simply curious about train journeys and her epic tales, this conversation is sure to inspire you. Location Indie Camp Indie The Maverick Show Nora's Episode on The Maverick Show Manifest Travel episode with Matt Bowles If you enjoyed today’s conversation, don’t forget to follow, leave a review, and share it with a friend who dreams of intentional travel. Also, check out everything I'm offering and working on over at manifesttravelpod.com! Let’s grow this amazing community together.

    53 min
  4. 12/24/2024

    Community, Creativity, and Habit Change with Olivia Ward

    #35: Welcome to Manifest Travel, where I share conversations with seasoned world-travelers, digital nomads, remote entrepreneurs, and industry experts in an effort to inspire you to explore intentionally! I’m your host, Brittany Braddock, and today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to a very special guest, Olivia Ward. Olivia is a digital marketing consultant, an inspiring advocate for personal growth, and a fellow travel enthusiast. We had the pleasure of connecting in beautiful Asheville, NC—right before the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. In this episode, Olivia and I dive deep into our shared experiences during the storm, reflecting on the power of community and the lessons we learned about the value of our neighbors. Olivia shares her incredible journey to building a life where she works to live, not the other way around, and how her creativity and resilience during the pandemic helped her turn dreams into reality. You’ll hear about her inspiring “Try Something New Tuesdays,” an intentional practice that’s transformed her life, keeping her habits fresh, her hobbies aligned with her passions, and her outlook full of curiosity. Olivia also shares how action breeds motivation and inspiration, and we both drop tips on habit-building strategies that you can start using today. OnWard Digital Media Wanderful 14-Day Free Trial Explore Asheville Shop Asheville Local Businesses Support Asheville through Beloved Asheville and Hearts with Hands If you’re ready to take your travel and personal development journey to the next level, visit manifesttravelpod.com for coaching, tools, and resources designed just for you! And please email me at manifesttravelpodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to be a future guest!

    56 min
  5. 12/10/2024

    Abroad and Empowered: Caitlin Sunderland’s Newbie Nomad Journey

    #33: Welcome back to Manifest Travel, the podcast where we explore the transformative power of intentional travel and manifesting the life of your dreams! I'm your host, Brittany Braddock, and today, we’re diving into a truly inspiring story of reinvention and resilience. Joining me is Caitlin Sunderland, a freelance event manager and podcast producer who has recently embarked on full-time travel as a digital nomad. Caitlin’s journey is one of incredible courage—she’s used travel not just as a way to see the world but as a means to heal from toxic relationships, redefine her self-worth, and rebuild her confidence. We’ll talk about her path to creating a life of freedom abroad, how she’s adjusting her habits to align with her goals, and why de-centering alcohol is such a game-changer. Plus, she’s sharing actionable advice for anyone dreaming of a life on the road. You won’t want to miss this episode—it’s packed with insights and inspiration and may be just the push you need to book that one-way ticket! Zero to Travel Podcast Extra Pack of Peanuts Travel Podcast The Location Indie Podcast Allen Carr's Quit Drinking Without Willpower If you enjoyed this episode, please follow whereever you're listening and follow me on Instagram, leave a review, and share it with someone who could use a dose of inspiration for their own travel and lifestyle goals. You can also always reach out to me directly at manifesttravelpodcast@gmail.com if you have any recommendations or would like to be a guest on the show!

    43 min
  6. 12/03/2024

    The Future of Travel: Coaching, Entrepreneurship, and Lifestyle Design with Sahara Rose De Vore

    #32: Welcome back to Manifest Travel, the podcast where we explore intentional travel and lifestyle design while empowering you to manifest the life of your dreams. I’m Brittany Braddock, your host and a Travel, Wellness, and Lifestyle Coach helping individuals like you turn their travel aspirations into meaningful realities while creating a balanced, intentional life. Today’s episode is packed with inspiration and insight as I sit down with Sahara Rose De Vore, Founder and CEO of The Travel Coach Network. Sahara is a world traveler who has explored over 84 countries and is on a mission to revolutionize how we think about travel and entrepreneurship. We’re diving into the world of travel coaching—what it is, who it’s for, and the amazing benefits it offers. Sahara shares her expertise on lifestyle design, how to step into your power as a woman in business, and her top fundamentals for building a thriving, sustainable company. Plus, she’ll give us her take on alternative paths to finding clarity in your business journey and, of course, some of her favorite travel destinations and tips for novice travelers. If you’re ready to take action on your own travel or lifestyle goals but don’t know where to start, I’d love to help. As a Travel, Wellness, and Lifestyle Coach, I specialize in helping individuals like you create a personalized roadmap to manifest their dream lives through intentional travel and sustainable habit building. Visit manifesttravelpod.com to learn more or to schedule a free discovery call. As always, thank you for tuning in and being part of this amazing community. If you enjoyed this episode, hit the follow button, leave a review, and share it with a friend! You can also follow me on Instagram and reach out directly at manifesttravelpodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to share your thoughts or be a guest on the show!

    51 min

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Welcome to the Manifest Travel podcast with your host, Brittany Braddock, where we dive into all things travel! From manifesting your travel goals to optimizing your experiences, we'll cover everything you need to channel your inner wanderer. Through conversations with seasoned industry vets as well as novice adventure-seekers, I hope to inspire you on your journey to manifesting travel!

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