Wanderlust Unleashed: Embrace the Magic of Unplanned Escapes

What comes to mind when you hear the word “Travel” or“Vacation?”   For me, it’s the soft white sand that sneaks in between my toes while walking along Miami Beach. I can close my eyes and immediately see the turquoise-colored water transforming into white ripples as it reaches the shoreline. The salty air makes my skin feel so much smoother and my hair… just a little rougher and coarser than usual… but, I like it. It comes with the territory—different place, different people, and a different state of mind. Isn’t that what travel is all about?   As peak travel season sails into view, many of us have our eyes set on dreamy destinations all around the world. What are you thinking up? The deserts, wine country, and dramatic cliff tops of Western Australia? How about the brilliant blue waters, expansive coral reefs and hundreds of peaceful islands of Fiji? We can’t forget about the mouthwatering Southern fare of Charleston, South Carolina—where it’s all about red rice with sausage, fried chicken and lima beans.  No matter what strikes your fancy, we’re ready to go… 63% of U.S. adults plan to travel this summer. WanderlustUnleashed! It’s time to embrace the magic of unplanned escapes. This episode is all about the thrills and chills associated with travel. Laura Lindsay is a global travel expert for Skyscanner, a search engine and travel site. She’s a seasoned traveler who’s filled with stories from all over the globe, and she shares some of her favorite spots, provides insights—like travel hacks for scoring the best airfare, and talks about the latest trend—spontaneous travel.  Spontaneous travel is supposed to alleviate some of the pressures associated with vacation planning, because it eliminates certain expectations like picking the best hotel, eating dinner at that hard to reserve restaurant, and having an overly ambitious itinerary.  Laura and I chat about our favorite vacation memories, destinations inspired by TV and film, and her three secret hot spots sure to motivate you to book a trip.  I also hit the streets of New York City to find out how our lives can be transformed by travel. One man shares his story about openly supporting gay rights in a place where being LGBTQ could lead to jail time or even death. We meet a woman who was in England during one of this year’s biggest news stories, and we’re going to answer the question… where in the world can we find the best schnitzel? No matter near or far, embracing the magic of unplanned or planned escapes adds a sense of excitement and adventure to our lives. Whether following a detailed itinerary, or ditching the plan, grabbing your passport and letting the wind guide your way… one thing is certain, travel enriches our lives.