Type 2 Travel

Laura Ericson
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Join host Laura Ericson on "Type 2 Travel" - your weekly companion for authentic travel adventures. From hilarious language mix-ups to transformative cultural encounters, Laura and her diverse guests share real, unfiltered stories from the road. Whether you're a solo explorer seeking community, a conscious traveler navigating sustainable tourism, or simply dreaming of your next escape, this podcast delivers practical tips and heartfelt tales. Dive into local perspectives, troubleshoot travel SOS moments, and discover how travel shapes not just where we go, but who we become. Listen in as Laura guides you through the art of meaningful exploration, one story at a time.

  1. 4D AGO

    How to Afford Your Dream Honeymoon or Vacation with Sara Margulis of Honeyfund

    I'm always fascinated by people who've turned their own travel frustrations into solutions that help millions of others. That's exactly what Sara Margulis did with Honeyfund. Sara is the co-founder and CEO of Honeyfund, and her story started with a simple problem: she and her then-husband wanted to honeymoon in Fiji but didn't need another toaster. So they created a way for friends and family to fund their honeymoon instead. That personal solution has now helped nearly 1.6 million couples receive over a billion dollars in wedding gifts - and completely changed how we think about gift giving. What I love about this conversation is how it challenges the traditional wedding playbook. We talk about why couples are finally prioritizing experiences over stuff, how the wedding-to-honeymoon spending ratio is shifting dramatically, and why Gen Z is rewriting all the rules. Sarah breaks down 2026 honeymoon trends (spoiler: Japan just knocked Mexico out of the top three), shares creative ways couples are using Honeyfund beyond just travel, and explains why unscheduled time might be the most important thing to include in any honeymoon. We also get into the psychology of why travel strengthens relationships, the surprising data showing couples who honeymoon are more likely to be happily married a decade later, and why asking for what you actually want shouldn't feel taboo. Upcoming Trips Mentioned: Georgia: October 2 - 11, 2026 Links & Resources (Sara) Honeyfund@honeyfund (Tiktok)@honeyfund (Instagram) Links & Resources (Laura) Follow my personal IG: @lolawhiskeyFollow my business IG: @lauraericsongrouptripsFollow our podcast: @type2travelpodcastLearn more about upcoming trips: lauraericson.comCheck out our podcast page: lauraericson.com/podcastJoin my Facebook group: @lolalovestravel Thanks for being here! As always, rate, review, share with a friend, and tag us if you're listening.

    51 min

  2. FEB 4

    A Self-Taught Chef's Journey Through Moroccan Food and International Cuisine

    Hannan Zary is someone who's been quietly changing the way I think about food, travel, and what it means to truly connect with people. If you attended Camp Lola Whiskey last year, you already know exactly who I'm talking about - she's the chef behind Tamoont Dining and Gathering who created those incredible meals that had everyone losing their minds. But here's what you don't know about Hannan: She's been traveling since she was two years old, took her first solo trip at seven, and has spent her entire life navigating between two cultures while teaching herself to cook by obsessively watching the Food Network as a teenager. She's someone who was working in professional kitchens at 15, grinding through culinary school and restaurant jobs, all while fighting this nagging feeling that something wasn't quite right. Hannan's traveled to over 20 countries across four continents, and everywhere she goes, she's paying attention to how people gather, how they slow down, and how they use food to build something that we're desperately missing in American culture - genuine connection. This conversation goes deep. We're talking about the lost art of slowing down, what it means to trust your instincts even when everyone thinks you're crazy, why Americans have completely forgotten how to relax, and her dream of getting entire communities to sit down and share food together. Upcoming Trips Mentioned: Kenya: March 11 - 21, 2026 + March 25 - April 4, 2026Morocco: April 10-19 + September 4 - 13, 2026Camp Lola Whiskey: August 27-30, 2026 Links & Resources (Hannan) Tamoont DiningInstagram: tamoontgatheringFacebook Links & Resources (Laura) Follow my personal IG: @lolawhiskeyFollow my business IG: @lauraericsongrouptripsFollow our podcast: @type2travelpodcastLearn more about upcoming trips: lauraericson.comCheck out our podcast page: lauraericson.com/podcastspan...

    1h 2m

  3. JAN 28

    Wildlife Photography, Overlanding, and Packing Tips for a Kenyan Safari

    Justin Emanuel is one of those people who makes you believe in the power of hustle and passion over traditional credentials. I first met Justin when I was scouting Kenya for our group trips, and within a day I knew he was exactly the kind of person I wanted around my travelers. He's got this infectious enthusiasm for Kenya's wildlife combined with real practical knowledge about what makes a safari transformative versus just checking animals off a list. Plus, he's really fun to travel with - which is honestly a key quality I look for when building my team in a new destination. What I love about Justin's story is that he didn't follow some traditional path into wildlife photography. He started in high school with prize money and a camera, taught himself everything, and eventually broke into the travel industry by offering his services for free. He's completely self-taught, which makes his perspective even more valuable - he knows what it's like to not have fancy equipment or formal training, just passion and a willingness to figure things out. Justin is the founder of Kenya Adventurous Media Expert and has spent over a decade photographing everything from elusive leopards (he's only seen five!) to charging elephants in Kenya's most incredible national parks. But what makes him special is how he thinks about the safari experience itself. He's got strong opinions about overlanding versus luxury lodges, what travelers actually need to pack versus what they think they need, and what makes Kenya stand out from every other safari destination in Africa. We're diving into all of that - his favorite animals to photograph, what our March overlanding trips will actually look like on the ground, the biggest mistakes travelers make on safari, and why sometimes the best camera for your safari is actually no camera at all. Upcoming Trips Mentioned: Kenya: March 11 - 21, 2026 OR March 25 - April 4, 2026 Links & Resources (Justin) Instagram: @kenyaadventurousmediaexpert + @just_in_wildlyf Links & Resources (Laura) Follow my personal IG: @lolawhiskeyFollow my business IG: @lauraericsongrouptripsFollow our podcast: @type2travelpodcastLearn more about upcoming trips: lauraericson.comCheck out our podcast page: lauraericson.com/podcastJoin my Facebook group: @lolalovestravel Thanks for being here!...

    40 min

  4. JAN 21

    Gender Equality, Greenwashing, and Supporting Ethical Tourism with Iris Serbanescu

    Iris Serbanescu is one of those rare people in travel who's not just talking about ethical tourism for the Instagram likes - she's actually built her entire business around it, and I'm 100% here for it. I first met Iris at an Adventure Travel Trade Association conference in Denver back in May, and within about five minutes I knew she was someone I wanted in my corner. She's genuine, down-to-earth, and refreshingly easy to talk to in an industry that can feel a bit stuffy and--let's be honest--is often dominated by men. We're diving deep into what ethical travel actually means beyond the buzzwords, why it's worth every penny, and how small locally-owned operators compete against the budget travel giants. Iris founded By Iris Representation to connect ethical tour operators and DMCs worldwide with North American travelers, and she started Women's Work - the first tourism-specific business accelerator for women and non-binary entrepreneurs in North America. But this conversation goes beyond business. Iris is a 38-year-old queer woman who's chosen solo travel, staying single, being childfree, and building a life that doesn't fit the traditional mold the travel industry usually celebrates. We're talking about the single supplement penalty, why Barcelona is the best solo travel city, hop-on-hop-off buses (don't @ us), and how I fired a Moroccan tour guide who couldn't handle working with a woman in charge. Upcoming Trips Mentioned: Georgia: October 2 - 11, 2026 Links & Resources (Iris) LinkedIn: @irisserbanescuwmnsWORKBy Iris Links & Resources (Laura) Follow my personal IG: @lolawhiskeyFollow my business IG: @lauraericsongrouptripsFollow our podcast: @type2travelpodcastLearn more about upcoming trips: lauraericson.comCheck out our podcast page: lauraericson.com/podcastJoin my Facebook group: @lolalovestravel Thanks for being here! As always, rate, review, share with a friend, and tag us if you’re listening.

    46 min

  5. JAN 14

    How Astrocartography Can Transform Your Travels and Your Life with Sonia Cruz Oro

    Have you ever felt inexplicably drawn to a place? That pull might be your soul telling you exactly where you need to be. In this episode, I sit down with Sonia Cruz Oro, certified travel coach and astrocartography expert, to explore how geography and astrology intersect to influence our experiences. I share the stories behind my biggest life decisions—like deciding to end my marriage while in Barcelona and deciding to quit my 14-year career during a trip to Turkey—and why these weren't just random moments of clarity. Sonia breaks down what astrocartography actually is, how to read your map, and why some places are meant to challenge you rather than comfort you. We talk about the difference between intuition and anxiety, how to trust those weird travel pulls, and what to do when you're stuck somewhere that doesn't support you. Upcoming Trips Mentioned: India: Feb 25 - March 7, 2026Morocco: April 10 - April 19, 2026 Links & Resources (Sonia): travelawakens.comFree Destination GuideBook Astro-Cartography Links & Resources (Laura): Follow my personal IG: @lolawhiskeyFollow my business IG: @lauraericsongrouptripsFollow our podcast: @type2travelpodcastLearn more about upcoming trips: lauraericson.comCheck out our podcast page: lauraericson.com/podcastJoin my Facebook group: @lolalovestravel Thanks for being here! As always, rate, review, share with a friend, and tag us if you’re listening.

    55 min

  6. JAN 7

    Solo Female Travel After Divorce: Finding Adventure and Building a Life You Love

    What happens when you stop waiting for perfect timing and start saying yes to everything? Teresa Kalina shares her story of rebuilding life after divorce at 44—from signing up for BumbleBFF to traveling to five countries, taking singing lessons, learning to paint, and working toward her goal of visiting all 50 states before turning 50. We talk about the dangers of waiting, the power of group travel for building community, and why your 40s might be the perfect time to start over. If you've ever thought "it's too late," this episode will prove you wrong. Upcoming Trips Mentioned: Morocco: April 10 - April 19, 2026Georgia: Oct 2 - 11, 2026Greece: May 16-24, 2026 Links & Resources (Teresa) Instagram: @tlkalina Links & Resources (Laura) Follow my personal IG: @lolawhiskeyFollow my business IG: @lauraericsongrouptripsFollow our podcast: @type2travelpodcastLearn more about upcoming trips: lauraericson.comCheck out our podcast page: lauraericson.com/podcastJoin my Facebook group: @lolalovestravel Thanks for being here! As always, rate, review, share with a friend, and tag us if you’re listening.

    46 min

  7. 12/31/2025

    10 Travel Resolutions to Change Your Life in the New Year

    You know what's coming. The resolutions. The broken promises. The "new year, new me" energy that usually fizzles out by February. But what if this year was actually different? I'm sitting down with my friend Rachel Trapani, an elementary school teacher from Michigan who went from taking one trip in 2019 that she couldn't afford to five international trips per year by 2023. She's been on five of my group trips plus two scouting trips to Puerto Rico and Kenya. We're breaking down the exact 10 resolutions that transformed her travel life - from automating her savings to packing light, mastering long-haul flights, and saying yes to trips that scared her. This isn't about vague promises like "I'll travel more." This is your actual roadmap to making 2026 your best travel year yet. The Free Guide: We created a FREE downloadable PDF with all our tips, product links, travel credit card recommendations, packing essentials, and apps we swear by. How to get it: Follow @type2travelpodcast on InstagramDM us the word RESOLUTIONSGet your free guide immediately BONUS: One person who downloads the guide wins a FREE 1-year premium membership to Going (valued at $49) for flight deals in your inbox all year long. Upcoming Trips Mentioned: India: Feb 25 - March 7, 2026Kenya: March 25 - April 4, 2026Morocco: April 10 - April 19, 2026Greece: May 16 - 26, 2026Camp Lola Whiskey: Aug 27 - 30, 2026 Links & Resources (Rachel): Instagram: @smockpaperscissorsGuest blogs: How To Save Money To Travel More (Part 1) and How To Save Money To Travel More (Part 2) Links & Resources (Laura): Follow my personal IG: a href="https://www.instagram.com/lolawhiskey/" rel="noopener noreferrer"

    1h 41m

  8. 12/24/2025

    Dating Abroad & The Real Cost of Living Your Dream Life as a Digital Nomad

    Five years ago, Lindsey Tague bought a one-way ticket to Mexico and never looked back. Now she's built a content marketing business while living as a full-time digital nomad across seven countries - and she's here to tell us the truth about what that actually looks like. This conversation goes places I didn't expect. We're talking about living on a Colombian island with no electricity or running water, navigating the dating scene across multiple countries and cultures, and what it really takes to build a life abroad when you don't speak the language fluently. Lindsey gets refreshingly honest about the unglamorous parts - the Airbnb disasters, the language barriers that kill romance, and why traditional gender roles in Latin America are both attractive and complicated for an independent American woman. What I love about this episode is how Lindsey challenges the Instagram version of nomadic life while still making it feel accessible. She's not rich, she's not fearless, and she didn't have it all figured out when she started. She just took one step at a time and figured out the rest as she went. Upcoming Trips Mentioned: Cuba: Dec 27, 2025 - Jan 3, 2026Colombia: Join the waitlist! Links & Resources (Lindsey) IG: @lindsey_tagueLinkedin: @lindsey-tagueSubstack: @alifebydesign Links & Resources (Laura) Follow my personal IG: @lolawhiskeyFollow my business IG: @lauraericsongrouptripsFollow our podcast: @type2travelpodcastLearn more about upcoming trips: lauraericson.comCheck out our podcast page: lauraericson.com/podcastJoin my Facebook group: @lolalovestravel Thanks for being here! As always, rate, review, share with a friend, and tag us if you’re listening.

    34 min
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Join host Laura Ericson on "Type 2 Travel" - your weekly companion for authentic travel adventures. From hilarious language mix-ups to transformative cultural encounters, Laura and her diverse guests share real, unfiltered stories from the road. Whether you're a solo explorer seeking community, a conscious traveler navigating sustainable tourism, or simply dreaming of your next escape, this podcast delivers practical tips and heartfelt tales. Dive into local perspectives, troubleshoot travel SOS moments, and discover how travel shapes not just where we go, but who we become. Listen in as Laura guides you through the art of meaningful exploration, one story at a time.

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  • Creator
    Laura Ericson
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Laura Ericson
  • Show Website
    Type 2 Travel