Had To Be There: Recent Episodes
Kelly Acevedo
Explore new places and ignite your inner wanderlust. Travel to new and exciting destinations around the world through the vacation memories of our guests!
Meet Risa August, a seasoned traveler, adventurer, and author! In this inspiring episode, Risa shares her journey from Canada to Mexico on a bike, overcoming challenges, and embracing new experiences along the way. Plus, hear all about her book, The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike, and how she's inspiring others with her mindset and determination.
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Connect with Risa August:
- https://www.risaaugust.com
- https://www.instagram.com/risaunleashed/
- https://www.facebook.com/risaunleashed
- https://www.facebook.com/featherandsagecoaching/
- https://www.facebook.com/risa.august.unleashed/ (personal)
- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094334990837
- www.linkedin.com/in/risa-august-9b130524a
- https://linktr.ee/risaaugust
- https://substack.com/@risaunleashed
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- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had to Be There Podcast
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Ready to start your next adventure? Contact Vacations by Kelly to request your free quote!
Meet Stephen, a Master Teacher of Tai Qi Chuan, Navy veteran, and lifelong adventurer! Join us in this captivating episode as Stephen shares his experiences in the beautiful islands of Fiji and unveils his latest book, Who They Are and What They're Up To—a fascinating dive into four generations of alien encounters.
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Connect with Stephen & Leslie Shaw:
Website: whotheyarebook.com
Instagram: @leslie.shaw.author
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Instagram: @hadtobethere203
Facebook: Had To Be There
Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in exploring the beauty of Fiji? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
Meet Indra, a lifetime spiritual seeker, healer, and teacher! Join us in this transformative episode as Indra shares his experience ringing in a new millennium at the very place where Buddha attained enlightenment.
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Connect with Indra Rinzler:
- Website: indrarinzler.com
- Facebook: Indra Rinzler
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- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in visiting Bodh Gaya for yourself? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
Meet Csongor, traveler, bioenergy healer, and motorcycle aficionado! Join us as Csongor discusses how travel has impacted his life and shares his "Had To Be There" moment in Romania!
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Connect with Csongor Daniel:
- Website: https://www.csongordaniel.com/
- Intro to course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1KLMye0cUI
- Free lecture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_C1qLOQTaeI
- Use my link for 20% off Csongor's Online Course!!
- Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/@csongordanielbioenergy
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in visiting Romania for yourself? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Tara!
Join this travel expert extraordinaire as she whisks us away to the vibrant island nation of Cuba! In this episode, Tara spills the tea on Cuba's stunning scenery, welcoming locals, unhurried pace, and unique experiences. We'll even get a taste of a hilarious "Had to Be There Moment" where cultural differences lead to an unforgettable adventure!
This episode is your jam if:
- You're dreaming of an affordable, safe, and culturally rich vacation.
- You're on a budget but crave a taste of authentic Cuba.
- You value friendly locals and a relaxed atmosphere.
Bonus! Tara also shares:
- Top tips for planning an affordable trip to Cuba.
- Her all-time favorite travel destinations ("Passport Picks") and why they hold a special place in her heart.
- The ultimate insider tip for immersing yourself in a new culture.
Listen now and get ready to book your Cuban escape!
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Connect with Tara Goebel:
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/mommagabes
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- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in booking a Cuban adventure for yourself? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Ralph, professional travel photographer and international tour organizer. Join us as Ralph takes us to the Republic of Georgia where he had quite the "Had To Be There" moment trying to cross into Armenia!
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- Things to do in Tbilisi, Georgia by Vacations by Kelly
Connect with Ralph Velasco and the Continental Drifter:
- Website: https://continentaldrifter.co
- YouTube: https://youtube.com/continentaldrifter
- Facebook: https://fb.com/thecontinentaldrifter
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/ralphvelasco
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/ralphvelasco
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in visiting the Republic of Georgia for yourself? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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🌍 Welcome to a new chapter of wanderlust on the "Had to Be There Podcast"! Join your guide, Kelly Acevedo, as she embarks on the third year of exploring the world, one story at a time.
In this Season 3 trailer, Kelly reflects on the incredible journey so far, and those who have been along for the ride. But hold on, because this year is different – it's an adventure upgraded!
Get ready for exciting changes, a new schedule, and a lineup of amazing guests who will take you to captivating destinations around the globe. The "Had to Be There Podcast" is not just a show; it's a community of wanderlusters, and you're invited to be a part of it. Literally! Join the conversation in the "Had to Be There Podcast Community" Facebook group, where the podcast comes to life. Connect with fellow explorers, share your travel tales, and immerse yourself in the global community.
Buckle up, because the adventure is just beginning. Subscribe, follow us on social media, and join Kelly on the "Had to Be There Podcast" – where every story is a destination and every destination has a story. From local legends to travel tips, snapshot stories to culinary quests – Season 3 is sure to be a celebration of the diverse tapestry of travel experiences.
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Had To Be There Podcast Community
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
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Meet Michelle, travel blogger, educator, and foodie. Join us as Michelle takes us to Zihuatanejo, Mexico where she had a spontaneous tour of the former home to a mobster!
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- Things to do in Zihuatanejo, by Vacations by Kelly
Connect with Michelle:
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/trvlintention
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trvlwithintention/
- Website: https://travelwithintention.com/
- Newsletter: https://travelwithintention.com/travel-goals-newsletter/
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in visiting Zihuatanejo or another region of Mexico? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Kim, a lawyer living a nomadic lifestyle. Join us as Kim takes us on a trip to Guatemala where she awoke to a fascinating surprise.
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- Check out the inaugural episodes of the Poltergeists and Pixie Dust Podcast
- Vacation by Kelly's Guatemalan things to do!
Connect with Kim:
- Instagram: @passportcandy
- TikTok: @passportcandy
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in visiting Guatemala or any of the amazing places we chatted about this week? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet R.C., author, retiree, and traveler. Join us as R.C. shares a story of an unlikely person showing up in a most unlikely place!
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- Check out the trailer for the upcoming Poltergeists and Pixie Dust Podcast
- Things to Do in Salem this Spooky Season: Vacations by Kelly's Viator page
Connect with R.C. Hand:
- Website: https://cowboyproductions52.com/
- Facebook: R.C. Hand
- Instagram: @r.c.hand
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in India or any of the amazing places we chatted about this week? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Alastair, author, traveler, and our new surrogate British-Canadian grandfather! Join us as Alastair shares just some of the incredible stories he's collected throughout his life. Part 2 coming soon!
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- Check out the trailer for the upcoming Poltergeists and Pixie Dust Podcast
- Things to Do in Salem this Spooky Season: Vacations by Kelly's Viator page
Connect with Alastair Henry:
- Website: https://alastairhenry.com/
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in visiting Guyana, Bali, or any of the amazing places we chatted about this week? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Bob, a real estate agent who has cheated death and found real meaning in his life! Join us as Bob lets us tag along to the town of Stalybridge to visit friends he made on a cruise.
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- Check out the trailer for the upcoming Poltergeists and Pixie Dust Podcast
Connect with Bob Thompson:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BobThompsonRealtor/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-thompson-9333261a5/
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in visiting Stalybridge yourself? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Dara, a globetrotting travel writer with a taste for adventure! Join us as Dara transports us to the enchanting world of Chiang Mai, Thailand, where she spent a month living inside a mushroom, and shares a story that will redefine your perspective on life's true treasures.
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- Check out the trailer for the upcoming Poltergeists and Pixie Dust Podcast
Connect with Dara Brewton:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/likesarabutwithad/
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in spending a month in Chiang Mai yourself? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Meghann and Zach, the husband and wife duo not taking a moment of life for granted as they take hikes, road trips and explore the world together. Join us as they share the Had To Be There experience hiking Havasupai at the Grand Canyon.
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Connect with Meghann and Zach Grah:
- Website: thegrahlife.com
- Instagram: @thegrahlife
- Facebook: @thegrahlife
- Pinterest: pinterest.com/thegrahlife
- YouTube: youtube.com/thegrahlife
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in seeing the Grand Canyon for yourself? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Gary, a former engineer and lawyer turned author. Join us as he shares his spotaneous Had To Be There experience climbing Annapurna - and all the adventures he had along the way.
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Connect with Gary Baker:
- Website: https://www.biopatent.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garytraveler/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawsci/
- The Last Lonely Traveler: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C3Y4TYFD
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in seeing all that the Himalayas have to offer? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Yaneck, the owner of WASIO Photography and a passionate adventure motorcyclist. Join us as he recounts the exhilarating Had To Be There experience of his (would-be) cross-state motorcycle expedition from San Diego to Utah.
- Looking for the VIDEO VERSION on this episode? Coming soon to YouTube.
Connect with Yaneck Wasiek:
- Website: www.wasiofaces.com & www.wasiophotography.com
- Instagram: @wasio_faces & @wasio
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in seeing all that Nevada has to offer? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Leia, who has been a writer, an editor, a nonprofit president, a library page, and an educator over the past twenty years. Join us as this military spouse and mother of 4 (by birth and adoption) shares the Had To Be There experience she had climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.
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Connect with Leia Johnson:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leiamjohnson/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mamaorgana80/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/MamaOrgana80
- Website: https://www.leiamjohnson.com/
- Get Your FREE E-Book: https://www.leiamjohnson.com/books
- Leia's Children's book, "Sister": https://www.phoenixmediaandbooks.com/product-page/sister https://a.co/d/9vP2ncs
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in seeing Mount Kilimanjaro for yourself? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Laura, an Atlanta-based author and business professional, deeply enchanted by the allure of Daufuskie Island. Join us as Laura unveils her passionate journey of restoration, development projects, and her captivating connection to this hidden South Carolina gem.
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Connect with Laura Elizabeth:
- Website: www.TheIslandMysteries.com
- Instagram: @theislandmysteries
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-elizabeth-923704266/
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in booking a vacation rental on Daufuskie Island for your own getaway? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Rebecca Chandler, the globetrotting storyteller who's braved life's twists from Southern California to the heart of Africa. Join us as Rebecca unveils her thrilling journey gorilla trekking in Rwanda, offering insights that span continents and decades.
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Connect with Rebecca E. Chandler:
- Website: https://www.rebeccaechandler.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RebeccaEChandler
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccaechandler/
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rebeccaechandler
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therebeccaechandler/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnttoKqwJM5PMy8jeDvmrLQ
Rebecca's Books:
- It Won't Hurt None: https://books2read.com/ItWontHurtNone
- Hurt No More: https://books2read.com/HurtNoMore
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in booking a gorilla trekking adventure of your own? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Cheryl, a history loving travel guru on a mission to combine her two passions! Join us as Cheryl takes us to the site of one of America's most poignant and historic landmarks.
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Connect with Cheryl Johnson:
- Website: https://www.readwritetechnology.com/the-fifth-principle
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rwltech/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs6LEHcP6GH17MPOXm7TKOpamMQJKnGe7
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in booking a historic adventure of your own? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Brandon, a pastor and memory collector residing in Omaha, Nebraska! Join us as Brandon gets us lost in Sydney, Australia!
- Looking for the VIDEO VERSION on this episode? Too bad, because it's audio only 😜 Don't fret - I'm working on getting a video up soon!
Connect with Brandon Hair:
- Website: brandonhair.me
- Blog: thisawesome.life
- Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-awesome-life/id1675601972
- Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brandonhair
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonhair
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonhair
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in booking an Australia adventure of your own? Contact Vacations By Kelly - a certified Aussie specialist(!) - to request your free quote!
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Meet Austin and Monica, college sweethearts living their best digital nomad life. Join us as the pair recount a road trip gone awry while cruising down Highway 1 through Fort Ross, CA!
- Looking for the VIDEO VERSION on this episode? It's available on Spotify and YouTube: https://youtu.be/aIjuWAkYWNM
- Looking for the Epcot Food & Wine Fest Foodie Guide, as promised? Click here!
Connect with Austin and Monica:
- Website: https://austinandmonica.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinandmonica/
- Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/profitable-nomad-couple/id1645905709
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
- Facebook: Vacations by Kelly
- Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in booking an Italian adventure of your own? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Lisa, the woman who does it all! Join us as this flight attendant, social worker, published author, and animal rescuer shares a Had To Be There experience she had at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab, Utah!
Looking for the VIDEO VERSION on this episode? It's available on Spotify and YouTube: https://youtu.be/vjg2SJSjGuo
Connect with Lisa Wilkes:
Website: https://www.lisamichellewilkes.com Amazon author page: https://amazon.com/author/lisawilkes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Travelisa1984/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lisa.castignetti
Additional Resources:
Best Friends Animal Sanctuary: https://bestfriends.org/sanctuary SWATT (Southwest Animal Transport Team): https://www.instagram.com/swatt_transport/
Connect with Had To Be There:
Instagram: @hadtobethere203 Facebook: Had To Be There Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly Facebook: Vacations by Kelly Twitter: @KellyVacations
Interested in booking a visit to Kanab of your own? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet George, documentary filmmaker and host of the Tell Us How to Make It Better podcast. Join us for the "Had To Be There" moment George had traveling between villages in Cinque Terre and how he crossed paths with former Morgan Stanley CEO, Phil Purcell!
- Looking for the VIDEO VERSION on this episode? It's available on Spotify and YouTube: https://youtu.be/YN32-AVIRNo
Connect with George Siegal:
- Website: https://tellushowtomakeitbetter.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tellushowtomakeitbetter/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Tellushowtomakeitbetter
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-siegal/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/movetwfilms
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tellushowtomakeitbetter
- Watch The Last House Standing: https://www.thelasthousestanding.org/movie
Connect with Had To Be There:
- Instagram: @hadtobethere203
- Facebook: Had To Be There
- Twitter: @hadtobethere203
Connect with Vacations by Kelly:
- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
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- Twitter: @KellyVacations
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Meet Shawn, a lifetime entrepreneur and inspiration to us all. Join us as Shawn shares how he turned a negative into a positive in Barcelona and which country he'll be walking across next!
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Meet Mike, a higher education admissions consultant who has traveled extensively in the US and around the world for both work and pleasure. Join us as Mike shares some of his hilariously awful travel stories including a visit to India that left a “had to be there” impression.
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Meet Shaun, a clean comedian who has toured on five different continents. Join us as Shaun shares one particular "Had To Be There" experience he had while trying to get to a show in New Zealand against all odds.
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• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shaun.breidbart
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Meet Don, a veteran with a successful military career spanning nearly 30 years. Join us as Don shares the "Had To Be There" moments he experienced while exploring the beautiful Yellowstone National Park with his young family.
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Meet Nikkee, a two-time Jeopardy! contestant, trapeze artist, and a true erudite - constantly consuming and imparting knowledge. Join us as Nikkee shares the wild "Had To Be There" moment she experienced trying to get from her vacation rental to the airport.
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Meet Jeremy, a United States Air Force veteran with a particular area of expertise. Join us as Jeremy shares his "Had To Be There" moment that he experienced while guarding a mysterious crate in the Jordanian desert in the 90s.
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Meet Brian, a SoCal native and president of BSG PR. Join us as Brian shares his "Had To Be There" experience that came when he accepted a client's invitation to join them in running a half marathon in North Korea.
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Meet Allie, author and remote work leader. Join us as Allie shares some of the highs and lows of her experiences abroad. Content warning: our conversation includes the unpleasant reality of the presence of sex trafficking and exploitation of women and children in Madagascar. To learn more about this grim reality and ways you can help, I encourage you to read this article by Matt Ray on medium.com: https://medium.com/illumination-curated/something-i-noticed-in-madagascar-sex-tourism-and-trafficking-is-alive-and-well-89e790882a81
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Meet Patti, a lifelong educator and now adventure travel writer. Join us as Patti shares her "Had To Be There" experience trekking in Nepal, the wonderful children she met along the way, and the lengths she has gone to make sure they get a quality education.
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- Website: www.pattishaleslefkos.com
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Meet Scott, a New England-based career coach with over 25 years of experience in helping individuals and organizations achieve their professional goals. Join us as Scott shares his "Had To Be There" experience through-hiking the famously challenging GR20 trail in Corsica.
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- Website: https://gscottgraham.com
- Coaching Services: https://trueazimuth.biz
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/author.gscottgraham
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Meet Urmi, an Italian-Bengali currently living in Montreal. Join us as Urmi shares her "Had To Be There" moment she experienced when she went exploring away from her resort in Cancun.
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- LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/urmi-hossain
- Book: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0B75X14G7/ref=sr_1_2?crid=38ODHSOSYZ3W8&keywords=urmi+hossain&qid=1658373403&sprefix=urmi+hossain%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-2
- Blog- https://www.myways.ca/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZoiI0SGU0Xo9_lNjtLWtgg
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urmamio/
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- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/travelconsultantdf
- Email: danielle.fuglsang@academytravel.com
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Meet Roger, host of the popular Crossing It Off Podcast. Join us as Roger shares the Had To Be There moment he experienced while crossing an item off his own bucket list - visiting the filming locations of Ted Lasso.
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Meet Diana, a familiar voice and fellow Academy Travel affiliate. Join us as Diana shares how her passion for travel began and her Had To Be There moment of peace in Istanbul, Turkey.
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- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/galaxcytravelin/
- Email: diana.dobbs@academytravel.com
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Meet Kelly - oh wait, that's me! Join me as I recap my first trip to Puerto Rico last fall and hear about the many "Had To Be There" moments my husband and I experienced during our stay.
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- Instagram: @vacationsby_kelly
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Meet Megan, a fellow Academy Travel affiliate and self-proclaimed lover of all things nerdy. Join us as Megz shares some of the Had To Be There moments she experienced on the Galactic Starcruiser and why this adventure should be on every fan's bucketlist!
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- Instagram: @meganolenatravel / @mega2minniemegz
- Facebook: Megan O'Lena Travel
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Meet Sandra and Håkan, an adventurous married couple from Sweden currently living in Spain. Join us for the pair's "Had To Be There" moment they experienced in Mongolia and hear all about their experience along the Transmongolian Railway along the way.
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Meet Jake, a traveler who recently went viral after sharing a true "Had To Be There" moment on social media. Join us as Jake takes us along on his trip to South Georgia Island and all the emotions he experienced leading up to this moment.
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- Instagram: @jakerosmarin
- Tiktok: @jakerosmarin
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- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CassiesDisneyExperience
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassiecarterhammer/
- Email: cassie.carter@academytravel.com
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Meet Andrew, host of the Flying Smarter podcast and fellow Disney fan! Join us as Andrew reflects back on his visits to every Disney Park around the world and why Tokyo Disney has such a special place in his heart.
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- Website: www.flyingsmarter.com
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/flyingsmarter
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Meet Dan, an author who uses any excuse to insert bits and pieces of his own travels into the story at hand. Join us as Dan talks about his first trip to Thailand and the potentially embarrassing faux pas that has turned into one of his favorite tales!
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- Website: https://www.hostingauthors.com/authors/danmccrory
- TikTok: www.TikTok.com/@danmccrory
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- Email: crissiokane@gmail.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrissiOKaneTravel
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Meet Hinesh, a returning guest and London native. Join us as Hinesh talks about his love for solo travel and how he prioritizes visiting new places while juggling a full time job and mortgage!
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- Instagram: @hin101
- Twitter: @hin101
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- Email: diana.dobbs@academytravel.com
- Website: https://www.academytravel.com/Diana/
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Meet Erika, author of the Travel Rangers children’s book series and host of the Planes, Trains, & Kids Abroad podcast. Join us as we hear about Erika's scary experience traveling between two countries in the Holy Land.
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- Website: https://bigworldpub.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorerikabud
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorerikabud
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Meet Dominique, a teacher and Minnie ear creator with a deep love for Disney. Join us as we hear about Dominique's Disney story and her family's long history with the rootin'est tootin'est show in the wilderness!
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- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/messerinmagic/
- Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JustAKidGrownUpEars
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Meet Abigail and Cecilia, the dynamic duo behind the inclusive publishing company The Passage Press. Join us as we hear about their chance encounter while studying abroad bonded them for life and some of the adventures they've had since.
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- Website: https://thepassagepress.com/
- Empower Empathy Early Series: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B19CX1NH
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepassagepress
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepassagepress
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepassagepress/
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Meet Nilesh, a Merchant Navy Chief officer who sails onboard cargo ships all around the world. Join us as Nilesh recounts a recent trip he and his wife took to Indonesia where they experienced the romance and natural beauty of Bali and the Nusa Islands.
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- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesaltypassport/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesaltypassport9046
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Meet Maya, the founder of Healthy High Achievers and a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach. Join us as Maya recounts the story of how she left her home country of Belgium to find her truest self in the South American country of Peru.
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- Website: www.mayalombarts.com
- Healthy High Achievers: https://healthyhighachievers.thinkific.com/courses/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayalombarts/
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Meet Carrie, a travel-loving runner, author, and member of an 80s cover band. Join us as Carrie shares some of the stories that have made Tokyo one of her favorite places to visit, having already been 14 times and plans to return again and again.
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- Website: carriecarterwrites.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carriecarterwrites/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carriecarterwrites/
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Meet Sandeep, an author currently living in Australia with a deep-rooted passion for travel. Join us as Sandeep shares a true "Had To Be There" moment high above the ancient rock formations of the country. Be sure to check out our BONUS episode over on YouTube for a BONUS tale from another one of Sandeep's travel adventures: https://youtu.be/PRyjHweFG2o
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- Twitter @sandeep_adnani
- Facebook @sandeepadnaniauthor
- Instagram @sandeepadnani11
- Author Website: https://theexiledrogueseries.wordpress.com/
- Blog: https://sandeepadnani.home.blog/
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Meet Sara, whose love of travel is in her DNA. Join us Sara takes us on a once-in-a-lifetime trip she accidentally manifested where she and her mother were able to travel all around the world in just 84 days.
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- Website: superiorperformancecoaching.biz
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-l-phillips/
- Schedule Your FREE Consultation: https://calendly.com/saraspc
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Meet Dustin, a nomadic traveler and hopeless romantic. Join us as we celebrate La Noche de San Juan on the Mediterranean shores and fall in love with a daughter of Grenada living in the coastal city of Valencia, Spain.
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- Website: MDY.world
- YouTube: @wanderwest
- Instagram: @wanderwest_mdy
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Meet Gordon, entertainment law expert and podcast coach extraordinaire! Join us as The Podcast Lawyer™ takes us back in time to a Europe trip his high school organized where things went a little off the rails (pardon the expression)!
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- Website: https://www.gordonfiremark.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gordonfiremark/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gfiremark
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/gfiremark
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gfiremark
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Meet Maricia, educator and world traveler! Join us as Maricia lets us tag along on a girls trip to Italy where things did not exactly go according to plan, but as you'll learn this week, sometimes in life if you can learn to roll with the changes, the outcomes can be better than you imagined.
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- Website: https://thisisyourbestyear.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisyourbestyear/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thisisyourbestyear
- FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thisisyourbestyear/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCelcj2W7_O0vea-tZ9F_LCA
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariciajohns
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Meet Alison, who quit her successful tech career and left the corporate world to pursue her passion! Join us as Alison takes us on a memorable hike along New Zealand's most famous Great Walk and hear about the challenges she faced and the new friends who helped her through. Connect with Alison:
Website: iDare2be.com Dare 2 Be More?: iDare2bemore.com Alison's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-arnoff/ Dare2Be's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/success-acceleration-coaching/
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Meet Rob, meteorologist by day and psychic medium by night! Join us as Rob share with us some of the haunting haunted moments he has experienced along his travels. Don't forget to check out our BONUS episode over on YouTube for even more ghost stories from Rob: https://youtu.be/UPI7sgmCwfA
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- Website: www.robgutro.com or www.petspirits.com
- Amazon Author Page: https://amazon.com/author/robgutro
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Meet Linda, the Smart Travelista! Join us as Linda takes us to Austria for the famous Sound of Music tour where we'll visit the settings for the movie's most iconic scenes.
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Meet Keith, a traveler who seeks out non-touristy moments even in the most tourist-heavy destinations! Join us as Keith shares about uncovering family secrets and a magical Had To Be There moment he shared with his wife in Hawaii.
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- Book: https://store.bookbaby.com/book/please-stand-up1
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Meet Rick - musician, composer, and founder of Jazz for Peace. Join us as Rick talks about his mission to promote unity and peace across cultures through the performance of music and shares a Had To Be There moment he recently experienced in Nigeria.
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- Rick's Website: https://rickdellaratta.com
- Jazz for Peace: https://jazzforpeace.org
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Meet Melissa, the Barefoot Dancing Rocket Scientist! Join us as Dr. Melissa lets us tag along on a race she ran along the Great Wall of China - just ONE of the marathons she participated in as part of the Seven Continents Club.
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- Website: https://www.epiclifeactually.com
- Book: https://www.epiclifeactually.com/runningtheworld
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Meet Blake, a Titanium Certified Abundance Coach. Join us as Blake takes us along on his first visit to One Happy Island, and hear about how that 3-week stay on Aruba changed everything.
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- Facebook: ARUBAbundance
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Meet Harker, a #1 Amazon best-selling author, member of the LA Drama Critics Circle, Broadway World contributing writer, and Mensa member. Join us as Harker whisks us away to a charming Sicilian wedding.
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- Until September: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07V46MPBT
- IG: https://www.instagram.com/harker_j/
- Twitter: @harkerjones
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Meet Julie, a writer and publisher retired from a long career with the U.S. Foreign Service. Join us as Julie shares her experience from her FIRST trek along the Camino de Santiago, the famous pilgrimage leading to Galicia, Spain.
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- Bayou City Press: https://www.BayouCityPress.com
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Meet Karen, a native New Yorker and "Travel Mania" author. Join us as Karen dispenses some of her favorite travel tips and shares a special chance encounter she experienced in Yogyakarta!
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Meet Cathy, an avid composter and laughter yoga leader. Join us as Cathy takes us along on her adventures traveling from Uganda to Kenya in the 80s and shares why it's always important to be mindful while visiting foreign countries!
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- Website: https://www.cathyscomposters.com/
- Cathy's Chuckle Club: http://www.cathysclub.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CathysCrawlyComposters
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhgn2112
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Meet Chris and Melissa, a husband and wife team embracing the midlife and crusading against boring times. Join us as this dynamic duo takes us to one of the stops along their "12 cities in 12 months" adventure and shares the exciting experience they had there!
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- YouTube: Chris + Melissa
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- Website: chrisplusmelissa.com
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Meet Dylan, an award-winning author and gifted storyteller. Join us as Dylan takes us on an adventure hutting through the Austrian Alps and how this seemingly harmless "hütte crawl" took a bit of a turn!
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- Website: djqfiction.com
- TikTok: @author_dylanjamesquarles
- Facebook: Dylan James Quarles
- Instagram: rainier_augusta_indie_pub
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Meet Samantha, a lifelong Disney fan and former WDW cast member. Join us as she recounts the "Had To Be There" details of her own Disney Fairytale Wedding.
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- Instagram: @daley_disney
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Meet Callan J. Mulligan, a best-selling author with a penchant for travel. Join us as Cal takes us on an adventure from Thailand to Cambodia and shares the Had To Be There moments he experienced along the way.
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- Website: callanjmulligan.com
- Instagram: @callanjmulligan
- Twitter: @callanjmulligan
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Meet Joe LeValley, a crime reporter turned award-winning author. Join us as Joe takes us to Venice, Italy and shares a remarkable Had To Be There moment they experienced thanks to a second-generation watertaxi driver!
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- Website: josephlevalley.com
- Facebook: facebook.com/joe.levalley
- Instagram: @josephlevalley
- Twitter: @josephlevalley
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Meet Chris, a professional speaker and luxury travel coach. Join us as Chris shares some of the things he loves most about his favorite vacation destination, Vail, CO - while sprinkling in a few cost-saving travel tips along the way!
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- Schedule a Coaching Call: coachchrisspeaks.com
- Phone: 561-386-2986
- Email: lifetimeleisure@bellsouth.net
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Meet Lauren, Daynalee, and Kelsey, three more of my fellow Academy Travel affiliates. Join us as they recap the special events they were treated to by Academy Travel and the Walt Disney World Resort at the recent Agent Education Program!
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- Lauren: https://www.instagram.com/lstaniszewskitravel/
- Daynalee: https://www.instagram.com/daynaleeferg/
- Kelsey: https://www.instagram.com/kelseykvacations/
- Kelly: https://www.instagram.com/vacationsby_kelly
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Meet Amanda and Eva, two of my fellow Academy Travel affiliates. Join us as they recap the week we spent learning and exploring the Walt Disney World Resort at the recent Agent Education Program!
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- Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/readingmama.amanda/
- Eva: https://www.instagram.com/evaweitzeltravel/
- Kelly: https://www.instagram.com/vacationsby_kelly
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Meet Amy, a mother of three and fellow Disney travel planner. Join us as she shares the "Had To Be There" moment she got to experience as a mom, after growing up a Disney kid herself!
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- Instagram: @wishesplanningservices
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Meet Hinesh, a London native who enjoys exploring new countries and cultures as a solo traveler. Join us as he takes us to the city of Guatapé in Colombia and shares the Had To Be There moment he experienced after climbing a rock nearly 700 feet tall!
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- Instagram: @hin101
- Twitter: @hin101
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Meet Lexi! A travel consultant new to the world of Disney vacation planning, Lexi is taking us on a journey to a number of non-Disney destinations - a collection of memories from the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, and Zion National Park.
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- Instagram: @magictravelbylexi
- TikTok: @magictravelbylexi
- Facebook: Magic Travel by Lexi
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Welcome back Brook! Our guest from Episode 4 is back to talk about the Most Magical Place on Earth and will be sharing some of her favorite Disney memories, what's on her Disney bucket list, and what are her favorite WDW vegan menu items!
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- Instagram: @roseriotphotography
- Website: Rose Riot Photography
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Meet Morgan and April, two of my fellow Academy Travel affiliates. Join us as we recap the week we spent learning and exploring Universal Orlando Resort!
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- Morgan: https://www.instagram.com/mamawiththemagic/
- April: https://www.instagram.com/aprilwarnerphoto/
- Kelly: https://www.instagram.com/vacationsby_kelly
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Meet Ngina, a Kenyan native currently living her life of positivity in Doha (the capital city of Qatar). Join us as she takes us to one of her favorite parts from her homeland: Nairobi National Park!
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- Website: https://nginakieti.weebly.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kietingina
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCerKpamOuQ49sZmkhj-V8g
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ngina_kieti
- Email Your Dating Stories: kietingina777@gmail.com
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Meet Marques! After retiring from professional football, Marques has gone on to find a series of successes and failures in his life. Join us as he shares his favorite Had To Be There moments from his family's recent Disney Cruise and learn how he has taken his failures and turned them into teachable moments for others.
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- Website: https://marquesogden.com/
- The Lev & Marques Show: https://open.spotify.com/show/1xNWP0jfb4YAiZsUO9Mglh
- The Success Cycle: https://www.amazon.com/Success-Cycle-Achieving-Goals-Business/dp/1642931748
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marquesogden/
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Jump back in with Debora and Jack, as they share even more Had To Be There moments from their spontaneous elopement adventure in Costa Rica. ¡Pura vida!
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- Website: MakeThemAllTripsOfALifetime.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/makethemalltripsofalifetime
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makethemalltripsofalifetime
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThemTrips
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Meet Debora and Jack, who cite traveling as their first shared passion and the cornerstone to their relationship. Join us for our first two-part episode as the pair recount their spontaneous nuptials in Costa Rica!
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- Website: MakeThemAllTripsOfALifetime.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/makethemalltripsofalifetime
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makethemalltripsofalifetime
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThemTrips
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Did you hear the news? The Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue is returning to Walt Disney World! In honor of this news and in celebration of our TENTH episode, join me as I share one of my own personal Had To Be There moments.
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Meet Nick, who has had the privilege of visiting all seven continents and over 50 countries! Join us as Nick takes us along with him to Antarctica for his unforgettable Had To Be There moment.
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- Global League Shop: GlobalLeagueShop.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GlobalLeagueShop
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/globalleagueshop/
- Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/GlobalLeague/_shop/
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Meet Nikky, an insanely talented artist and fan of all things Disney, horror, and gaming. Join us to learn more about Nikky's creations and hear her Had To Be There moment experiencing WDW with her abuelita.
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- Etsy Shop: ANerdyQuirk
- TikTok: @anerdyquirk
- Instagram: @anerdyquirk
- Pinterest: @ANerdyQuirk
- Tumblr: ANerdyQuirk
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Meet Tammy, an Emmy-award winning filmmaker, actress, podcaster, and singer. As host of "The Tammy Tuckey Show," she invites actors, composers, and cast members to talk about working in Disney films, television shows, and theme park attractions. Join us as we talk to Tammy about her favorite WDW memories, former interviews, and her bucket list guests and destinations!
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- Facebook: www.facebook.com/singertammytuckey
- Twitter: www.twitter.com/TammyTuckey
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/TammyTuckey
- Website: www.tammytuckey.com
- YouTube: www.youtube.com/tammytuckey
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This week we welcome back Liz, our resident Disney Cruise Line expert! As a former DCL cast member (which is what Disney calls their employees), she has sailed over 500 cruises. In her second HTBT appearance, Liz takes us on a Mediterranean sailing where she was able to cross a major destination off her bucket list.
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- Instagram: @cruisingthemagicalseas
- TikTok: @cruisingthemagicalseas
- Twitch: Cruising The Magical Seas
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Meet Kelly, a fellow travel professional and Disney fan with a GREAT name - if I do say so myself. Join Kelly 1 and Kelly 2 as we talk all things Disneyland and hear Kelly 2's Had To Be There moments she experienced attending the D23 Expo!
Connect with Kelly:
- karma&kismet: @karmankismet
- Kelly's Magical Vacations: @kellysmagicalvacations
- Website: karma&kismet design studio
- Pat's Rollercoaster Reviews: @rollercoasterreviewguy
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Meet Brook, a photographer with an adventurous spirit. Join us as Brook recounts a road trip she and her husband took from their home outside of Atlanta, Georgia to White Sands, New Mexico and the Had To Be There moment that she calls "life changing."
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- Instagram: @roseriotphotography
- Website: Rose Riot Photography
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Meet Stan, a tour guide with a wealth of knowledge. Join us as we explore the upstate region of New York State to hear Stan's Had To Be There Moment, and stay to hear the journey that led him to become a licensed tour guide in New York City!
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- Twitter: @Tourguidestan
- Instagram: @Isleofnewyorktoursllc
- Facebook: Isle Of New York Tours, LLC
- YouTube: Isle Of New York Tours
- Website: IsleOfNewYorkTours.com
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Meet Juan Sebastian, a tourism expert with Quito Travels in Ecuador. Join us as we explore this beautiful country and hear Juan Sebastian's harrowing Had To Be There moment. As a fellow travel professional, I'm sure he agrees this story may be a lesson to us all on the importance of using a travel agent!
Connect with Juan Sebastian:
- Instagram: @quitotravels.ec
- Facebook: Quito Travels
- Website: QuitoTravels.com
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Interested in booking an Ecuadorian adventure of your own? Contact Vacations By Kelly to request your free quote!
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Meet Liz! As a former Disney Cruise Line cast member (which is what Disney calls their employees), she has sailed over 500 cruises. As our first guest, Liz takes us to ICELAND, shares a few tales from her travels, and talks about what makes a Disney Cruise so special.
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- Instagram: @cruisingthemagicalseas
- TikTok: @cruisingthemagicalseas
- Twitch: Cruising The Magical Seas
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Your host, Kelly Acevedo, introduces herself and shares her hopes for the Had To Be There podcast.
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