EPISODE · Jul 17, 2025 · 31 MIN
Unlocking Awe: Your Transformative Travel Guide with Sandy Cohen
from Traveling with AAA · host Auto Club Enterprises
Travel often takes us to beautiful beaches, stunning skylines, and historic landmarks. But what if the most important aspect of escaping the ordinary is the feeling it gives us? That spine-tingling, goosebump-raising sensation you feel when you witness something breathtaking provides us with the feeling of awe. Not only is awe good for the soul, it’s also great for your physical and mental health. Today, host Angie Orth welcomes Sandy Cohen, a health and wellness writer, coach, and educator on a mission to make mindfulness more practical and accessible. She’s the host of the podcast Inner Peace to Go and recently wrote about the science of awe while traveling for Westways and AAA Explorer.You’ll hear why awe may be the most powerful reason we travel in the first place, how to make room for it on your next trip, and why this fleeting feeling is worth chasing at home or abroad. From dolphin pods to street festivals, you’ll learn why awe is more accessible than you think and how it can truly change the way we experience the world.What You’ll Learn:06:22 The surprising health benefits of experiencing awe08:48 Why it’s easier to find awe when you’re traveling09:40 Travel experiences most likely to spark feelings of awe13:16 How to be intentional about seeking these experiences19:39 How to take the feeling home with youConnect with Sandy Cohen:Website: https://www.sandycohenwrites.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesandycohen/Podcast: https://www.innerpeacetogo.com/Story: https://www.ace.aaa.com/publications/travel/awe-inspiring-experiences.htmlBook Referenced: Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life by Dacher KeltnerCTA: What was your most awe-inspiring travel moment? Tell us in the comments!Connect with AAA:Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprisesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprisesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises
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