Catching Flights and Feelings

Our podcast is called Catching Flights and Feelings, and today we're getting deep into both with guest @freethebree in this episode on dating while traveling. If you're a traveler and dating in your home city isn't cutting it, maybe your boo is abroad! We get into how Bree met her now husband on a trip and practical tips for having positive dating experiences while traveling internationally. Check out Bree's new ebook, Find Your Fiance - The Search Starts WithinWork with Arielle & Bukie to get a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠custom trip itinerary⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Catch up on related episodes:Episode #011: Travel in Relationships

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram for highlights from Catching Flights & Feelings.Join us to hear from guest, Lydia Copeland⁠, about how she got started with traveling, what she learned from her early experiences, and what every first-time traveler needs to know. Work with Arielle & Bukie to get a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠custom trip itinerary⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠Catch up on related episodes:Episode #004: ⁠⁠⁠Slow TravelEpisode #013: Black People DO...

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram for highlights from Catching Flights & Feelings.Join us to hear from guest, Yetunde of Let's Eat the World, about her experience becoming a guide and multi-day food tour operator in France and Spain. We dig into food as a way to learn about cultures and how to find authentic and ethical tour experiences in countries you visit. We hope this episode inspires you to eat more on your next trip and engage with locals and other tourists in meaningful ways!Work with Arielle & Bukie to get a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠custom trip itinerary⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠Catch up on related episodes:Episode #003: ⁠⁠Finding Your Travel Style

Remember to SHARE your favorite episode of Catching Flights & Feelings with a friend, thank you!In part 2 of this series, Arielle & Bukie continue sharing their perspectives on whether popular travel experiences and splurges are worth it or not. Tune in, and let us know your thoughts in the comments.Work with Arielle & Bukie to get a⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠custom trip itinerary⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram to stay up to date on CatchingFlights & Feelings.

Remember to SHARE your favorite episode of Catching Flights & Feelings with a friend, thank you! In this episode, Arielle & Bukie give their thoughts on whether popular travel destinations, experiences, and splurges are worth it or not. We see so many travel trends on social media, and it can be difficult to decide what's actually worth your time and money. We give our perspectives, and even some hot takes! Tune in, and let us know your thoughts in the comments. Work with Arielle & Bukie to get a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠custom trip itinerary⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram to stay up to date on Catching Flights & Feelings.

Remember to SHARE your favorite episode of Catching Flights & Feelings with a friend, thank you! Carnivals across the Caribbean are uniting the African diaspora for an opportunity to celebrate history and culture and celebrate Black joy. We attended Trinidad Carnival for the first time last year, and we had a TIME! We’re sharing our tips, surprises, and regrets to help you thrive when you attend. Tune in to hear about our experience and what we wish we’d known beforehand. We hope this episode will encourage you to travel for Trinidad Carnival or get you in the spirit to explore another one. Work with Arielle & Bukie to get a ⁠⁠⁠⁠custom trip itinerary⁠⁠.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram to stay up to date on Catching Flights & Feelings. Catch up on related episodes: Episode #005: Balancing Travel Dreams and Financial Wellness Episode #006: Uniting Black Cultures Through Travel

Welcome our first guest on season 2 of Catching Flights & Feelings, Elsie @runwayrizos We travel to see the world, experience new cultures, and broaden our horizons. But for some, travel really can transform their health and wellness. In this episode, we discuss Elsie's decision to embark on a wellness retreat internationally, how you can have those types of experiences no matter your budget, and how travel can be impactful to your wellbeing. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@templemeads.travel

Welcome back, travelers, for season 2 of Catching Flights & Feelings. We're excited to bring you fresh perspectives on meaning travel and the Black travel experience. We love traveling, but we have to admit that sometimes we can use travel as a crutch or unhealthy coping mechanism. Maybe you can relate if you've booked a flight when you should've booked a therapy session instead. That's okay though. In this episode we discuss how to recognize if your travel habits are unhealthy and how to course correct. Follow us on Instagram: @templemeads.travel

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram to stay up to date on Season 2 of Catching Flights & Feelings. We've heard that Black people don't hike or camp and that those are white people sh*t. But those stereotypes are false and we believe in exploring as much of the world as possible, including the outdoors. Our guest, Jamal-Akil Marshall, is a true Black adventurer who doesn't let those stereotypes get in the way of how we chooses to experience new spaces and cultures. We discuss how to unlock new types of travel experiences, recognizing that Black people explore the world in a diverse set of ways and the possibilities are endless. Favorite Black outdoors influencer: @_asipoftee_ Work with Arielle & Bukie to get a ⁠⁠⁠⁠custom trip itinerary⁠⁠.⁠⁠ Catch up on related episodes: Episode #003: ⁠Finding Your Travel Style

Remember to SHARE your favorite episode of Catching Flights & Feelings with a friend, thank you! In the 2nd to last episode of season 1, your hosts discuss their summer travel experiences and share their perspectives on trending topics in travel, like the anti-tourism protests in Spain and all-you-can-fly passes. Work with Arielle & Bukie to get a ⁠⁠⁠⁠custom trip itinerary⁠⁠.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram to stay up to date on Catching Flights & Feelings. Catch up on related episodes: Episode #002: The Impact of Social Media on Travel

Remember to SHARE your favorite episode of Catching Flights & Feelings with a friend, thank you! We can't have a podcast called Catching Flights & Feelings without talking about how travel affects romantic relationships. Our guests, Ronnie and Ashley Ford, have been together for over a decade, and travel served as a bedrock for their early relationship. In this episode, we discuss long-distance relationships, navigating differences in travel styles, and the changes in travel priorities with different life stages. Work with Arielle & Bukie to get a ⁠⁠⁠custom trip itinerary⁠⁠.⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Follow us⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram to stay up to date on Catching Flights & Feelings. Catch up on related episodes: Episode #001: ⁠Impact of Travel on Long-Distance Friendships Episode #003: Finding Your Travel Style

Remember to SHARE your favorite episode of Catching Flights & Feelings with a friend, thank you! We believe travel should be accessible to everyone! And unfortunately elitism is one of many barriers to that being a reality. On this episode of Catching Flights & Feelings, we invited our guest, Destin (@nextstopsuccess on TikTok), to discuss the root causes of travel elitism and mindset shifts needed to combat the the sentiment that only luxury or "exclusive" experiences are desirable. Destin's background in psychology and wealth of travel experiences help us break down the issue and understand more meaningful ways to travel. Work with Arielle & Bukie to get a ⁠⁠custom trip itinerary⁠⁠. ⁠⁠Follow us⁠⁠ on Instagram to stay up to date on Catching Flights & Feelings. Catch up on related episodes: Episode #002: Impact of Social Media on Travel Episode #004: ⁠Slow Travel w/ guest Whitney Pollard⁠ Episode #005: Balancing Travel and Financial Wellness

Can't get the group trip out the group chat? Maybe consider traveling alone. Our guest, Lanna Madu, is a solo travel queen and her story inspires us to give solo travel a try as a way to explore the world, follow our flow on trips, and even connect more deeply with the people around us. Traveling solo for the first time can be challenging (especially as a woman and a Black traveler), so listen to this episode to get tips on how to make the experience safe and enjoyable, and get ready to plan your first solo trip! Work with Arielle & Bukie to get a ⁠custom trip itinerary⁠ ⁠Follow us⁠ on Instagram to stay up to date on Catching Flights & Feelings Follow Lanna's solo travel adventures @lannamadu Use Hostel World to find a social or co-working hostel that works for your next adventure

Many of us have dreamed of living abroad but haven’t made the move. Whether it’s a fear of being far from family or a genuine confusion of how to do it, moving outside of your home country can feel daunting.  On this episode of Catching Flights & Feelings, we dig into the realities of living moving abroad and living as an expat - everything from finding work opportunities to forming community with locals and other expats to being a Black expat. Our guest, Malikah, is basically an expat veteran. She’s from New York and has lived in Italy, Lebanon, and Hong Kong, so she’s the perfect person to demystify the expat experience for us. Tune in to get inspired to take this bold step! Work with Arielle & Bukie to get a custom trip itinerary Work with Malikah to strategize your move abroad Follow us on Instagram to stay up to date on Catching Flights & Feelings Meet other expats through Internations

Raise your hand if you've been personally victimized by group trips! Unfortunately, many of us have been there - the trip made it out of the group chat but now you're stuck on a group trip gone wrong and there's still 2 days left. But what if there's a way to have more successful and more FUN group trips? Our guest, Bria Dein from Black Female Travelers who's a passionate traveler and former flight attendant, weighs in on the complexities of group trips and how planning and taking responsibility as the common denominator on the trip can help us avoid failed group trips. Remember, traveling with friends should be fun and bring us together, not divide us. Let's commit to setting expectations early and having positive group trip experiences. Follow Bria and Black Female Travelers @blackfemaletravelers⁠. Catching Flights & Feelings is a podcast hosted by two Black women travelers where we explore the heart of travel and human connection. Follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠@templemeads.travel⁠⁠⁠. Work with Templemeads Travel to create a custom trip itinerary: ⁠⁠⁠complete this form⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠schedule a consult call⁠⁠⁠ today!

Black culture is diverse, and this can come with some challenges and division among the many subcultures included. On this episode, Bukie and Arielle invite two guests to the show to discuss how travel plays a role in uniting Black subcultures, like Africans, Black Americans, Caribbeans, and Afro-Latinos. In part 2 of this episode, we discuss traveling to the African continent as a Black American and whether travel is elitist within the Black community. Kevin Ojo is a Nigerian man who grew up in Ghana and now lives in the US. He established a company @thetravelclan_ to help the Black community explore countries across the African continent.  Ariel Barlow's experiences with Black subcultures while living in regions across the US, attending an HBCU, and visiting several countries in Africa gives her a unique perspective on this topic. Catching Flights & Feelings is a podcast hosted by two Black women travelers where we explore the heart of travel and human connection. Follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠@templemeads.travel⁠⁠⁠. Work with Templemeads Travel to create a custom trip itinerary: ⁠⁠⁠complete this form⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠schedule a consult call⁠⁠⁠ today!

Black culture is diverse, and this can come with some challenges and division among the many subcultures included. On this episode, Bukie and Arielle invite two guests to the show to discuss how travel plays a role in uniting Black subcultures, like Africans, Black Americans, Caribbeans, and Afro-Latinos. In part 1 of this episode, we dive each of our first experiences with the division between Black subcultures and the root of those disconnects. We also discuss how experiences like Detty December and Carnival are bringing the Black community together, but may leave some individuals out. ⁠Kevin Ojo⁠ is a Nigerian man who grew up in Ghana and now lives in the US. He established a company ⁠@thetravelclan_⁠ to help the Black community explore countries across the African continent.  ⁠Ariel Barlow's⁠ experiences with Black subcultures while living in regions across the US, attending an HBCU, and visiting several countries in Africa gives her a unique perspective on this topic. Catching Flights & Feelings is a podcast hosted by two Black women travelers where we explore the heart of travel and human connection. Follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠@templemeads.travel⁠⁠⁠⁠. Work with Templemeads Travel to create a custom trip itinerary: ⁠⁠⁠⁠complete this form⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠schedule a consult call⁠⁠⁠⁠ today!

We've all laughed at the memes about using your last dollar to buy a flight or maxing out your credit card to travel. But traveling at the expense of your financial wellness isn't funny or wise. Ever wondered how people afford so many vacations each year, or how your favorite influencer is traveling all the time without going into debt? In this episode, we discuss some of the social dynamics of affording travel, common travel mistakes people make due to peer pressure or social media, and some ways to ensure your spending is aligned to your values so you can afford the experiences you want and follow your wanderlust. Catching Flights & Feelings is a podcast hosted by two Black women travelers where we explore the heart of travel and human connection. Follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠@templemeads.travel⁠⁠. Work with Templemeads Travel to create a custom trip itinerary: ⁠⁠complete this form⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠schedule a consult call⁠⁠ today! Disclaimer: Not Financial Advise The information provided in this podcast episode is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as financial, investment, or legal advice. Listeners are advised to do their own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any financial decisions.

Ever considered living abroad? Well, our guest, Whitney Pollard, took the leap and has been loving her experience of living in Colombia. In the final part of this 2-part episode, we discuss dating as a Black woman in Medellin and how Whitney remains open to different and new experiences while traveling. Follow Whitney's Colombia adventures on IG ⁠@lifewithwhitp⁠. Catching Flights & Feelings is a podcast by Templemeads Travel. Follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠@templemeads.travel⁠⁠⁠⁠. Work with Templemeads Travel to create a custom trip itinerary: complete this form and schedule a consult call today!

Ever considered living abroad? Well, our guest, Whitney Pollard, took the leap, left her "traditional" job, and has been loving her experience of living in Colombia. In Part 1 of this 2-part episode, we discuss how Whitney prepared to move to Colombia, her learnings as an Black American living abroad, and how she's embraced being on her own journey. After this episode, you may be ready to pack your bags for a flight to Colombia! Follow Whitney's Colombia adventures on IG @lifewithwhitp. Catching Flights & Feelings is a podcast hosted by two Black women travelers where we explore the heart of travel and human connection. Follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠@templemeads.travel⁠⁠. Work with Templemeads Travel to create a custom trip itinerary: ⁠⁠complete this form⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠schedule a consult call⁠⁠ today!

How do you decide where to travel and what to do on your trips? How do you create travel experiences you'll actually enjoy, not just want to post on Instagram or TikTok? On today's episode of Catching Flights & Feelings we're welcoming our first guest, Zim Obi, to share the pillars of his travel style and discuss how we can all find ways to travel that are authentic to us. He shares about his experiences living in and traveling in Japan and building community along the way. We also get a sneak peak into how he'll curate his experiences in his next stop, Brazil! Follow Zim on his Japan adventures at @youngcrouchtravels. Catching Flights & Feelings is a podcast hosted by two Black women travelers where we explore the heart of travel and human connection. Follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠@templemeads.travel⁠⁠. Work with Templemeads Travel to create a custom trip itinerary: ⁠⁠complete this form⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠schedule a consult call⁠⁠ today!

Ever wondered how much the flying dress photos cost or how long the lines are for some of the most Instagrammable places around the world? From Bali to Thailand to Cappadocia, social media like Instagram and TikTok have been a big driver of tourism and certain experiences. On today's episode of Catching Flights & Feelings we're discussing the costs of allowing social media to overly influence our travel and ways to curate travel experiences that are more personal and meaningful. Let your values, not peer pressure, drive your travels! Catching Flights & Feelings is a podcast hosted by two Black women travelers where we explore the heart of travel and human connection. Follow us on Instagram at ⁠@templemeads.travel⁠. Work with Templemeads Travel to create a custom trip itinerary: ⁠complete this form⁠ and ⁠schedule a consult call⁠ today!

Welcome to Catching Flights & Feelings, a podcast hosted by two Black woman travelers where we explore the heart of travel and human connection! In this episode, we share what to expect from the podcast and upcoming episodes. We then get into a topic that's personal to us - how travel can have a positive impact on long-distance friendships. Catching Flights & Feelings is a podcast by Templemeads Travel. Follow us on Instagram at @templemeads.travel. Work with Templemeads Travel to create a custom trip itinerary: ⁠complete this form⁠ and ⁠schedule a consult call⁠ today!