Design Her Travel
Do you feel most alive when exploring new parts of the world? Do you dream of living a life filled with adventure, connection, and purpose?
If so, you’re in right place! Design Her Travel is the podcast that inspires you to turn those dreams into reality.
Hosted by global nomad Kim Anderson, this podcast is your weekly source of travel tips, fascinating stories, and actionable advice. Whether you’re dreaming of your first solo trip, planning your next family adventure, or searching for ways to design an intentional life full of travel, Design Her Travel has something for you.
Each episode takes you behind the scenes of extraordinary journeys, from travelers who’ve walked the globe, rowed across oceans, written best-selling books and created success as digital nomads and travel entrepreneurs.
Through a mix of guest interviews and solo episodes, you’ll get real-world tips, heartfelt stories, and the kind of inspiration that’ll have you turning your travel dreams into reality.
Meet Kim:
Her solo travels have taken her to over 40 countries and across countless oceans, and her unique experiences—like sailing the world despite not seeing the ocean until age 12—prove that transformation happens when you step out of your comfort zone. Her passion for adventure and community led her to create Design Her Travel group trips for like-minded women, offering you the chance to explore the world with a built-in travel tribe of lifelong friends.
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Travel with Pride: A Guide to Safe & Confident LGBTQ+ Adventures Around the World w/ Nomadic Boys Gay Travel Blog Creator, Stefan Arestis #73
Feeling the wanderlust but have concerns about safety as an LGBTQ+ traveler? ️
If so, tune in, because this episode is your essential guide!
This week we chat with Stefan Arestis, one half of the powerhouse duo behind the beloved Nomadic Boys travel blog, known for its incredible LGBTQ+ travel resources.
Stefan, along with his partner Sebastian, have been inspiring globetrotters since 2014, sharing their adventures and insights on navigating the world as an LGBTQ+ couple.
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of safe travel for the LGBTQ+ community. We discuss Stefan's top tips for finding gay friendly destinations, building community on the road, and leveraging technology to help you safely adventure as a queer traveler.
We discuss the complex issue of traveling to anti-gay nations. Stefan shares his experiences and considerations when deciding whether or not to visit these destinations. So tune in, because the answer might surprise you!
Whether you're a seasoned explorer or a first-time traveler, this episode is packed with valuable insights to design a life of travel that celebrates your LGBTQ+ identity.
Stefan also shares about his new book "Out in the World: A Gay Guide to Traveling with Pride."
TOPICS DISCUSSED:
- Countries that have anti-gay laws, but are still gay friendl
- Research plays a vital role in safety
- The multifaceted uses of Grinder as a world traveler
- The freedom to be yourself
- When to safely post about gay travel on social media
RESOURCES:
Connect with Stefan at Nomadic Boys Gay Travel Blog & Instagram
Get a copy of their new book: Out in the World: A Guide to Traveling with Pride
EPISODE DETAILS:
10:55 - Grinder is a great resource around the world to tap into gay communities
12:10 - You can access gay communities through websites that might be restricted in nations by using a VPN
17:25 - Research is the most important piece to safely travel. Knowing the laws and the level of social acceptance in any country before you go is vital.
18:15 - At the time of this recording, the Egyptian police were targeting gay men through the grinder app
22:54 - Your presence alone gives visibility to the LGBT. Q. Plus communities wherever you go
24;15 - Avoid getting blacklisted in anti-gay nations
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