Soul Wanderer

Sequoia Armstrong
  • 5.0 (2)
  • PLACES & TRAVEL
  • BIWEEKLY SERIES

Soul Wanderer is a show that aims to inspire and empower women of color to travel solo and consciously. Sequoia Armstrong is a conscious travel consultant and entrepreneur. She comes from a restaurant background, has lived in 4 countries, and brings a lifetime of travel experience to the show. You'll learn ways to travel more mindfully and feel inspired to go on your next solo trip. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 1. What Does Conscious Travel Mean?

    EPISODE 1

    1. What Does Conscious Travel Mean?

    If you're a female traveler, especially a woman of color, who wants to travel with more intention this is the show for you! In this first episode, I break down what conscious travel is so that you can understand what it is, who it's for, and why it's important.  This biweekly show is for the women who don't see themselves represented in the travel podcast space. This is also for women who want to or enjoy traveling solo and who like to hear travel lessons, stories, and tangible tips from other women Work with Sequoia: Japan Mexico Learn more about Sequoia https://pueblayorkinc.com/about Website https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/ Find out more about the women's dinner series https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/womens-dinner-series Say hello on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pueblayorkinc/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    8 min
  2. 2. How Women Impact the Travel Industry

    EPISODE 2

    2. How Women Impact the Travel Industry

    This episode gives context to the travel industry and the impact of women in it.  I also share more of my travel experience and having a mom who worked in hospitality.  The economic power women have in travel Women working in the travel industrySolo travel statistics about women including the biggest reason for solo female travel and the biggest concernWhat's changing in the industry  Learn more from Emily Anne Brant Articles referenced: https://www.unwto.org/gender-and-tourism https://www.solofemaletravelers.club/solo-female-travel-stats/ Episode mentioned Episode 1 Defining Conscious Travel  Work with Sequoia: Japan Mexico Learn more about Sequoia https://pueblayorkinc.com/about Website https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/ Say hello on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pueblayorkinc/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    16 min
  3. 3. Why You Should Travel Solo

    EPISODE 3

    3. Why You Should Travel Solo

    In this episode, I share some reasons to travel solo and what that can bring for you. I also reflect on my solo travels. What to do if you've never traveled solo before to get comfortable with a solo tripThis report found that Americans are especially vacation-deprivedWhy you're the one to define solo travel A solo trip in college that almost escaped my memory How your mindset and attitude impact your travel experiences Work with Sequoia: Japan Mexico Learn more about Sequoia https://pueblayorkinc.com/about Website https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/ Say hello on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pueblayorkinc/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
  4. 4. Female Solo Travel in Japan

    EPISODE 4

    4. Female Solo Travel in Japan

    In this episode, I share why Japan is a great choice for female solo travel- whether it's your first time or you're an experienced solo traveler. I cover: SafetyTransportation is efficient and clean Solo dining is common Tipping isn't customary With a weaker yen, this means that foreign currencies like the US dollar, Euro, and the British pound are strong and it makes traveling in Japan more affordable Episodes referenced: Episode 1 Defining Conscious Travel Episode 2 Women in Travel The language app that I recommend is Drops https://languagedrops.com/ Expo 2025 Osaka https://www.expo2025.or.jp/en/ Work with Sequoia: Japan Mexico Learn more about Sequoia https://pueblayorkinc.com/about Say hello on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pueblayorkinc/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  5. 5. Recommendations for First-time Travelers to Japan

    EPISODE 5

    5. Recommendations for First-time Travelers to Japan

    In this episode, I share tips if it's your first time traveling to Japan: FootwearHow to behave on public transportationUse of cash and contactless paymentsSolo diningWhy I recommend staying at a ryokan (Japanese Inn)Tipping culture -when and howKnowing the Japanese languageDo I need a visa? I also talk about my client's experience working with me on her first time trip to Japan Episode that I reference: Episode 4 Female Solo Travel in Japan The language app that I recommend is Drops https://languagedrops.com/ Pack Lighter Guide If you find it challenging to pack or tend to be an overpacker. I've created a free How to Pack Lighter guide and checklist Get your guide here https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/packing-list-download Work with Sequoia: Japan Mexico Learn more about Sequoia https://pueblayorkinc.com/about Website https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/ Find out more about the women's dinner series https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/womens-dinner-series Say hello on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pueblayorkinc/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min

  6. EPISODE 6

    6. The Trip That Changed My Way of Travel

    In this episode, I share about a birthday trip with friends that began the shift of how I travel. -A 30th birthday trip to Mexico and Cuba and why we decided on these two places -What went into organizing this trip -How it differed from a previous trip I did with these same friends -Why I moved to Mexico after one visit What I refer to in this episode: Third Places https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/third-place-community-spaces/ My travel blog https://www.sequoiaarmstrong.com/blog Trinidad Posts https://www.sequoiaarmstrong.com/blog/trinidadpt1 https://www.sequoiaarmstrong.com/blog/trinidadpt2 Cienfuegos Post https://www.sequoiaarmstrong.com/blog/cienfuegos Havana Post https://www.sequoiaarmstrong.com/blog/havana Work with Sequoia: Japan Mexico Learn more about Sequoia https://pueblayorkinc.com/about Website https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/ Find out more about the women's dinner series https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/womens-dinner-series Say hello on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pueblayorkinc/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min
  7. 7. Choose Quality Over Quantity

    EPISODE 7

    7. Choose Quality Over Quantity

    In this episode, I share why I recommend choosing quality over quality when traveling. -How to choose quality over quantity -What questions to ask yourself -Environmental benefits -How this has guided me in other areas of my life -Cultural contrast around friendship -Heritage travel Episodes and resources referenced Episode 1 What Does Conscious Travel Mean?Episode 6 The Trip That Changed The Way I TravelThe size of US homes grew by more than 300% in 50 years Podcast I mention Yulia Denisyuk's podcast Going Places Season Finale: What Europe Gets About Rest (and the US Doesn't) ‎  Work with Sequoia Mexico Japan Have an idea or question? DM me on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    20 min
  8. 8. How I Began Traveling

    EPISODE 8

    8. How I Began Traveling

    In this episode, I share how I became a lifelong traveler, my upbringing, education, visiting grandparents, and what I wanted to become as a child. -How Human Design has helped me -My first flight -The closeness I had to my Japanese grandparents, particularly my grandfather -Growing up bilingual Episodes referenced: Episode 7 Choose Quality Over Quantity Episode 2 How Women Impact The Travel Industry Resources: Find your Human Design chart Erin Claire Jones Instagram Find out your Love Language  Sustainable Aviation Fuel https://www.iata.org/en/programs/sustainability/sustainable-aviation-fuels/ Work with Sequoia Mexico Japan Have an idea or question? DM me on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min
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Soul Wanderer is a show that aims to inspire and empower women of color to travel solo and consciously. Sequoia Armstrong is a conscious travel consultant and entrepreneur. She comes from a restaurant background, has lived in 4 countries, and brings a lifetime of travel experience to the show. You'll learn ways to travel more mindfully and feel inspired to go on your next solo trip. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Sequoia Armstrong
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Puebla York Travel LLC
  • Show Website
    Soul Wanderer