The Travel Transformation Podcast With Jessica Grace Coleman

Jessica Grace Coleman

Welcome to the Travel Transformation Podcast – the podcast that explores the life-changing potential of solo travel, intentional travel, and location-independent working. Whether you are an aspiring digital nomad, want to completely transform yourself and your life, or simply want to boost your confidence through epic travel experiences, I’m here to motivate and inspire you to go after all your wildest dreams. I’m Jessica Grace Coleman, author, travel transformation coach, founder of Flip The Script Travel Transformation Services and your host for the Travel Transformation Podcast. Join me every week as I delve into the wonderful world of travel, investigating exactly how travel can help you transform, interviewing people who use travel as a tool to better their lives, and giving you all my favourite travel itineraries, tips, and hacks to help you on the road. Travel changed my life – now let’s change yours. Join me online! www.traveltransformationcoach.com www.instagram.com/traveltransformationcoach read less
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Episodes

132. Life Lessons Learned From The Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour In London
18-06-2024
132. Life Lessons Learned From The Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour In London
In this episode, I discuss my recent trip (my third visit!) to the Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour in London with my travel buddy Deanna, who was visiting from Vancouver, Canada. It’s such an incredible place, and as we were going around, I kept saying, ‘I can’t believe how much time, effort, energy, and detail went into making these films. And then I kept thinking: ‘I don't even put this much effort and detail into planning my own life’ – though I do often put it into planning my travels (I love a good itinerary). So, in this episode, I talk all about the Studio Tour and what you can expect if you’ve never been there, but I also discuss how we can take the magic of the movies – and how that magic is achieved, in the details – and apply it to the journey of our lives. Useful links: The Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour: https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/  ----- Follow Jessica on Instagram @traveltransformationcoach and check out her website at https://www.traveltransformationcoach.com   Get your free Travel Transformation Guide at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/transformationguide Join the Flip The Script Travel Transformation Academy at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/academy Check out Jessica’s books at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/books Email Jessica at info@traveltransformationcoach.com If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review and share with a friend!
130. Airbnb Introduces ICONS: The Future Of Accommodation?
04-06-2024
130. Airbnb Introduces ICONS: The Future Of Accommodation?
In this solo episode, I discuss Airbnb’s 2024 Summer Release announcement, ICONS - in relation to my own project, Movify Your Life. I discuss whether this is the future of accommodation, and whether immersive experiences like Secret Cinema are the future of entertainment and travel. I’ve personally been to Secret Cinema’s Moulin Rouge, Back To The Future, Stranger Things, and Bladerunner events, and I’m intrigued about Airbnb’s ICONS experiences involving the X-Men X-Mansion, the Up house, Prince’s Purple Rain house, and more. I also talk about past ICONS experiences such as Barbie’s Malibu Dreamhouse, Home Alone Holiday, The Last Blockbuster, and the Ted Lasso Pub. You can head to the Airbnb website to watch CEO and co-founder of Airbnb, Brian Chesky’s introductory talk about ICONS - and to see the Up house! Useful links: Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.co.uk/ ICONS video: https://www.airbnb.co.uk/release  ----- Follow Jessica on Instagram @traveltransformationcoach and check out her website at https://www.traveltransformationcoach.com   Get your free Travel Transformation Guide at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/transformationguide Join the Flip The Script Travel Transformation Academy at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/academy Check out Jessica’s books at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/books Email Jessica at info@traveltransformationcoach.com If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review and share with a friend!
128. Amsterdam, Content Creation & The Digital Nomad Lifestyle With Kyle Kroeger, Founder of ViaTravelers
21-05-2024
128. Amsterdam, Content Creation & The Digital Nomad Lifestyle With Kyle Kroeger, Founder of ViaTravelers
In this episode, I talk to Kyle Kroeger, the founder and owner of ViaTravelers.  Kyle helps travellers find their next adventure through his videography and photography, which can be seen on the ViaTravelers YouTube channel. His writing has been featured on Redfin, CNN, Forbes, and Travel + Leisure. Outside of writing, his videography has been featured in The Telegraph and other media outlets worldwide. In this interview, we discuss how Kyle transitioned from corporate to content creator and journeyed from the States to Amsterdam, travelling with a toddler and a dog in tow, being a digital nomad in Europe, the YouTuber and travel blogger lifestyle, and more! Connect with our guest: Website: https://viatravelers.com   Newsletter: https://viatravelers.com/newsletter/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/viatravelers   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viatravelers/ ----- Follow Jessica on Instagram @traveltransformationcoach and check out her website at https://www.traveltransformationcoach.com   Get your free Travel Transformation Guide at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/transformationguide Join the Flip The Script Travel Transformation Academy at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/academy Check out Jessica’s books at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/books Email Jessica at info@traveltransformationcoach.com If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review and share with a friend
127. Healing From Trauma & Reverse Culture Shock With Melissa B. Lombardo, Founder Of Write Heal Thrive LLC
14-05-2024
127. Healing From Trauma & Reverse Culture Shock With Melissa B. Lombardo, Founder Of Write Heal Thrive LLC
In this episode, I talk to Melissa B. Lombardo, author, speaker, and founder of Write Heal Thrive LLC. Melissa is a well-travelled Connecticut native who lived in Central America for two decades. She is a Bilingual Certified Sexual Assault Crisis Advocate and knows first-hand the silence surrounding the topic of sexual violence. It was through the support of friends and family that she navigated the path of vulnerability to begin speaking out and supporting the healing of those who have faced their own trauma. She now advocates for others as they begin to heal and thrive to become their best version. As a naturally inquisitive person, Melissa credits her love of writing as the reason she was able to find her voice and thrive beyond trauma. Melissa is the founder of Write, Heal, Thrive, which offers holistic conscious individuals the opportunity to continue their healing journey, support a supporter, and offer guidance to individuals as they find their path to healing, thriving, and well-being via books and other publications. In the interview, we discuss Melissa’s time spent in Nicaragua, the reverse culture shock she had when coming back to the States, how she used writing and publishing to help her heal from trauma, and how she’s helping Nicaraguan artists and artisans through her Etsy shops – plus much more! Connect with our guest: Website: https://melissablombardo.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Melissablombardoauthor/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Melissablombardoauthor/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Melissablombardoauthor   Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/writehealthrive and https://www.etsy.com/shop/CoralilloArtandGifts  ----- Follow Jessica on Instagram @traveltransformationcoach and check out her website at https://www.traveltransformationcoach.com   Get your free Travel Transformation Guide at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/transformationguide Join the Flip The Script Travel Transformation Academy at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/academy Check out Jessica’s books at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/books Email Jessica at info@traveltransformationcoach.com If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review and share with a friend!
125. The Magic Of Paris With Video Creator And Writer, Jay Swanson
30-04-2024
125. The Magic Of Paris With Video Creator And Writer, Jay Swanson
In today’s interview I talk to video creator, writer, and author of the Paris in My Pocket guide, Jay Swanson. Jay is an American living in Paris, and he is passionate about sharing his Paris journey and travel tips, helping others enjoy the city he has fallen in love with, through social media and Patreon. His YouTube channel has 81k+ subscribers and offers helpful, uncommon advice for Paris travellers. He produced a daily vlog for 3+ years, totalling nearly 1,200 videos – and counting. On Instagram, he has been posting exciting photos of Paris and beyond for 11+ years. In this episode, we discuss Jay’s unique quest to move to Paris – including turning up with a visa no one even knew existed – his recommendations for places to visit that are off the beaten-path, how to do Paris on a bit of a budget, moving to France as a digital nomad, and all kinds of Paris-related tips and treats. If you’re going to Paris, this is the guy you need to follow online! Connect with our guest: Website: https://www.jayswanson.me/ Paris In My Pocket: https://parisinmypocket.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jayswanson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jayswansonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayswanson/ Useful links: Museum of Hunting and Nature: https://www.chassenature.org/  ----- Follow Jessica on Instagram @traveltransformationcoach and check out her website at https://www.traveltransformationcoach.com   Get your free Travel Transformation Guide at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/transformationguide Join the Flip The Script Travel Transformation Academy at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/academy Check out Jessica’s books at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/books Email Jessica at info@traveltransformationcoach.com We’re partnered with Give The Goodness Global, a brilliant global outreach project. Find out more at https://www.instagram.com/givethegoodnessglobal If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review and share with a friend!
122. Can You Slumdog Millionaire Your Own Life? AKA How To Start Manifesting Your Dream Future
09-04-2024
122. Can You Slumdog Millionaire Your Own Life? AKA How To Start Manifesting Your Dream Future
In this solo episode, I look at the film Slumdog Millionaire and the lessons it can teach us about looking back at our pasts and connecting the dots to who we are now, in the present. I also look at what we want to manifest in the future – in terms of our dream career, our dream lifestyle, and the person we want to become. I discuss the concept of being in alignment with our goals and aspirations and share insights on reverse engineering our desired future by taking proactive steps in the present. Drawing from personal anecdotes and examples, I explore the idea of manifesting our dreams through deliberate action and intention. Remember, life is short, and we have the power to shape our own destinies. So, let's Slumdog Millionaire our lives and make our dreams a reality! ----- Follow Jessica on Instagram @traveltransformationcoach and check out her website at https://www.traveltransformationcoach.com   Get your free Travel Transformation Guide at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/transformationguide Join the Flip The Script Travel Transformation Academy at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/academy Check out Jessica’s books at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/books Email Jessica at info@traveltransformationcoach.com We’re partnered with Give The Goodness Global, a brilliant global outreach project. Find out more at https://www.instagram.com/givethegoodnessglobal If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review and share with a friend!
121. Discovering The Magic Of The Everyday With Author Lauren K. Nixon
02-04-2024
121. Discovering The Magic Of The Everyday With Author Lauren K. Nixon
In this episode, I talk to my friend Lauren K. Nixon – author, poet, editor, and one of my best friends since we were 11, when we met on the very first day of high school! An ex-archaeologist enjoying life in the slow-lane, Lauren K. Nixon is an indie author fascinated by everyday magic. She is the author of numerous short stories, Mayflies, The Fox and the Fool, The House of Vines – the first book in the Chambers Magic series – and her most recent novel, The Last Human Getaway. She also curates The Superstars, a vibrant community of writers, poets and artists. Lauren K. Nixon is a member of the team of consultant proofreaders working for Coleman Editing – my other business! – providing freelance copy editing services for aspiring writers. In this episode, we discuss all things magic (in preparation for my DIY documentary, Movify Your Life, which is all about creating Magical Movie Moments on the road) – including everyday magic, the magic in her books, the magic of travel, magical memories, magical films and TV shows, and more! Connect with our guest: Website: https://www.laurenknixon.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenknixon/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndieAuthorLaurenKNixon The Superstars Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ShortStorySuperstars Amazon Author Page: ​​https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Lauren-K.-Nixon/author/B01HEYNMIQ  ----- Follow Jessica on Instagram @traveltransformationcoach and check out her website at https://www.traveltransformationcoach.com   Get your free Travel Transformation Guide at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/transformationguide Join the Flip The Script Travel Transformation Academy at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/academy Check out Jessica’s books at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/books Email Jessica at info@traveltransformationcoach.com We’re partnered with Give The Goodness Global, a brilliant global outreach project. Find out more at https://www.instagram.com/givethegoodnessglobal If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review and share with a friend!
120. Weird & Wonderful Tourist Attractions & Bizarre Things To Visit On Your Next Trip
26-03-2024
120. Weird & Wonderful Tourist Attractions & Bizarre Things To Visit On Your Next Trip
In this solo episode, I delve into the world of weird and wonderful – and plain bizarre – tourist attractions. I love visiting random places and things, so I thought I’d tell you about some of them – and some of the places I’d love to visit in the future! Mentioned in this episode: The Bude Tunnel, Cornwall, UK Australia’s Big Things The Big Boots of Cheyenne, Wyoming The World’s Tallest Filing Cabinet, Burlington, Vermont Washington Irving’s grave, Sleepy Hollow, New York Edgar Allan Poe’s grave, Baltimore, Maryland Kiwi 360, Te Puke, New Zealand The Dinosaur Trail, Norwich, UK And more! Useful links: The Bude Tunnel Tripadvisor Reviews: https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g190804-d12865329-Reviews-Bude_Tunnel-Bude_Bude_Stratton_Cornwall_England.html  Cheyenne, Wyoming’s Big Boots: https://heavenstobetty.com/2019/09/12/big-boots-%F0%9F%91%A2-cheyenne-wyoming/  Australia’s Big Things: https://www.australiantraveller.com/australia/most-iconic-big-things-of-australia/  Conde Nast Traveler - 11 Strangest Tourist Attractions In The World: https://www.cntraveler.com/galleries/2014-04-25/wacky-tourist-attractions  ----- Follow Jessica on Instagram @traveltransformationcoach and check out her website at https://www.traveltransformationcoach.com   Get your free Travel Transformation Guide at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/transformationguide Join the Flip The Script Travel Transformation Academy at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/academy Check out Jessica’s books at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/books Email Jessica at info@traveltransformationcoach.com We’re partnered with Give The Goodness Global, a brilliant global outreach project. Find out more at https://www.instagram.com/givethegoodnessglobal If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review and share with a friend!
119. Sustainability, Solo Trips & Revenge Travel With Sustainable Tourism Consultant, Samantha Smits
19-03-2024
119. Sustainability, Solo Trips & Revenge Travel With Sustainable Tourism Consultant, Samantha Smits
In this episode I talk to sustainable tourism consultant, Samantha Smits. As a sustainable tourism consultant, Samantha guides tourism companies in enhancing their brand reputation, accessing the sustainable tourism market, and saving resources, thereby saving both time and money. By integrating sustainability into their operations and communicating this to their customers, Samantha’s clients differentiate themselves within the industry, aligning with the growing demand for responsible travel experiences. And, of course, contributing to a future-proof tourism industry and business. In the interview, we discuss how to travel more sustainably – and how to be more eco-friendly when we’re at home – Samantha’s love of Tanzania, our mutual love of dogs and the stray dogs we meet abroad, the concept of Revenge Travel, and so much more! Connect with our guest: Email: smitssustourconsultancy@gmail.com Website: https://smitssustourconsultancy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smitssustourconsultancy/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@smitssustourconsultancy Pinterest: https://nl.pinterest.com/smitssustourconsultancy/ Book a discovery call: calendly.com/smitssustourconsultancy Book a Quick Win: https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/6OCYUvw8tMIqN The Thrive Track: https://mailchi.mp/a6ab42d1510c/thrive-track-sustainable-tourism-goals-2024-jumpstart Get the checklist: https://mailchi.mp/d8c37f5b28a7/the-sustainable-checklist-unlocking-sustainable-tourism-practices Craving for more? Opt straight for the workbook that includes the checklist!: https://smitssustourconsultancy.com/products/ ----- Follow Jessica on Instagram @traveltransformationcoach and check out her website at https://www.traveltransformationcoach.com   Get your free Travel Transformation Guide at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/transformationguide Join the Flip The Script Travel Transformation Academy at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/academy Check out Jessica’s books at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/books Email Jessica at info@traveltransformationcoach.com We’re partnered with Give The Goodness Global, a brilliant global outreach project. Find out more at https://www.instagram.com/givethegoodnessglobal If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review and share with a friend!
118. How Emily Dickinson Gave Me A Kick Up The Arse
12-03-2024
118. How Emily Dickinson Gave Me A Kick Up The Arse
In this solo episode, I talk about how Emily Dickinson gave me a kick up the arse. Bear with me here… I’ve recently been watching the show ‘Dickinson’ on Apple TV, and it suddenly struck me: I have it so easy! As a woman these days, I can vote, I can live alone, I can travel alone, I’m not the ‘property’ of a man, I can write and publish my thoughts, I can start businesses, I can own property, I can achieve all my wildest dreams just from sitting down at my laptop and going online… so why aren’t I doing all these things?! If Emily Dickinson were alive right now, think of all the incredible things she could achieve with her amazing talent. And then think of all the things you’re able to achieve… but haven’t. All the dreams you’ve left unchecked, when – really – there aren’t any barriers stopping us from doing so. Not like in the 1800s, anyway. And that is my story of how Emily Dickinson gave me a kick up the arse. ----- Follow Jessica on Instagram @traveltransformationcoach and check out her website at https://www.traveltransformationcoach.com   Get your free Travel Transformation Guide at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/transformationguide Join the Flip The Script Travel Transformation Academy at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/academy Check out Jessica’s books at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/books Email Jessica at info@traveltransformationcoach.com We’re partnered with Give The Goodness Global, a brilliant global outreach project. Find out more at https://www.instagram.com/givethegoodnessglobal If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review and share with a friend!
116. What I’ve Learned From Dave Gorman’s Crazy Quests – My Hometown Hero
27-02-2024
116. What I’ve Learned From Dave Gorman’s Crazy Quests – My Hometown Hero
In this solo episode, I discuss one of my favourite comedians – Dave Gorman, who comes from my hometown of Stafford and who also attended Walton High School, just like me! I recently read two of his books - ‘America Unchained’ and ‘Are You Dave Gorman?’ (written with Danny Wallace) and watched the accompanying documentary and TV show. I loved them both, and in this episode, I tell you why – as well as encouraging you to go on your own ridiculous quest this year! Useful links: Dave Gorman’s Website: https://davegorman.com/  Are You Dave Gorman? Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Are-Dave-Gorman-Danny-Wallace/dp/0091884713/  America Unchained Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/America-Unchained-Dave-Gorman/dp/0091899370/  ----- Follow Jessica on Instagram @traveltransformationcoach and check out her website at https://www.traveltransformationcoach.com   Get your free Travel Transformation Guide at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/transformationguide Join the Flip The Script Travel Transformation Academy at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/academy Check out Jessica’s books at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/books Email Jessica at info@traveltransformationcoach.com We’re partnered with Give The Goodness Global, a brilliant global outreach project. Find out more at https://www.instagram.com/givethegoodnessglobal If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review and share with a friend!
115. Spotlight On Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare, Swans & The Magic Of The Past
20-02-2024
115. Spotlight On Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare, Swans & The Magic Of The Past
In the first of my quickie ‘Spotlight’ episodes, I talk about one of my favourite places in England: Shakespeare’s Stratford-Upon-Avon. I tell you all about my past trips (of which there have been many), and I give you recommendations on where to go and what to do, from Shakespeare’s Birthplace to seeing a play at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, having a drink in the beer garden at the Dirty Duck, visiting Shakespeare’s grave in the beautiful Trinity Church, having a Shakesbeer at The Garrick pub on the High Street, visiting the Old Thatch Tavern, going on the big wheel, saying hi to the swans on the river, and much, much more! Useful links: Visit Stratford-Upon-Avon: https://visitstratforduponavon.co.uk/  -----   Follow Jessica on Instagram @traveltransformationcoach and check out her website at https://www.traveltransformationcoach.com   Get your free Travel Transformation Guide at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/transformationguide Join the Flip The Script Travel Transformation Academy at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/academy Check out Jessica’s books at https://traveltransformationcoach.com/books Email Jessica at info@traveltransformationcoach.com We’re partnered with Give The Goodness Global, a brilliant global outreach project. Find out more at https://www.instagram.com/givethegoodnessglobal If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review and share with a friend!