Carry-On Bags Only

Sep 11 2023

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Get those suitcases ready for an action packed adventure! Kelsey, the host of the Carry-On Bags Only podcast, will take you around the globe to explore topics such as outdoor adventure, sustainable tourism, and traveling with as little baggage as possible. The podcast will also share stories and feature guest speakers from all around the world who will educate, encourage & inspire you to get outside and travel! You can follow more of the Carry-On Bags Only journey on Instagram @carryonbagsonly_ and on the web at www.carryonbagsonly.com

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Veronica Skye: On the Run & Traveling With Carry-On

Sep 11 2023 45 mins

Veronica Skye is a frequent flyer who knows a thing or two about travel. Veronica competed on the Amazing Race Canada and she works in the travel industry. She is also the Founder of Mondays run club which offers a unique way for people to experience Vancouver in an active and social setting. Veronica shares practical travel tips and will leave you inspired to get outside and see t

Megan Grant: Be Your Authentic Self With Cherish Tours!

Aug 28 2023 36 mins

Calling all female travellers, let your authentic self shine by booking your next vacation with Cherish Tours! Megan Grant, the Cherish Founder & Lead Memory Creator, shares how the transformative powers of traveling empowered her to create socially conscious travel experiences exclusively for women, by women. There is a ton to unpack from this episode, learn more about the perks o

Mark Newton: Accessible Travel & Coaching Para-Alpine Athletes

Aug 14 2023 44 mins

Understand the significance of promoting awareness and inclusivity for people with disabilities within the world of sports, travel and society at large. On this episode you will hear from Mark Newton, he has been working in Para sport since 2015, and has a passion for long term athlete development. He has worked with grassroots to Paralympic athletes coaching and setting them up fo

Patricia Plesner: Why Book With EcoHotels.com?

Apr 09 2023 29 mins

Patricia Plesner is the CEO of EcoHotels.com, a booking website much like Expedia or AirBnb but with a sustainable twist! EcoHotels.com offers a wide range of environmentally conscious hotels and resorts that prioritize reducing their carbon footprint and preserving natural resources. From cozy boutique hotels to luxurious beachfront villas, you're sure to find the perfect eco-frie

Chris Lovett: Own Less & Travel More

Feb 06 2023 52 mins

Stepping on an empty CD case was the catalyst that changed the trajectory of Chris Lovett's life for the better. Chris is a coach, TEDx speaker, thought leader, minimalist and author of the bestselling book Discovery of Less. He found everything he wanted underneath everything he owned and Chris shares with us his transition into a minimalist lifestyle. His humorous journey of decl

Glyn Lewis: Upcycling Homes for a Sustainable Future

Nov 01 2022 36 mins

Five trees stand in the way of a home developer trying to save hundreds of properties from ending up in the landfill. The travel we discuss in this weeks episode of the Carry-On Bags Only podcast involves the transport of homes that are part of a sustainable initiative entrepreneur Glyn Lewis is leading. Renewal Home Development is on a mission to save houses from landfills giving

Teaching Abroad in China

Oct 16 2022 43 mins

Do you ever find yourself on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist browsing for free furniture and then next thing you know you end up with a teaching job in a foreign country? Well that’s what happened to this weeks podcast guest, Sam. He became a teacher, traveler, and tourist after coming across an ad online. Unsure of what his next steps would be after University, Sam decided to

Dr. Rachel Dodds: How to Travel Responsibly, Even With Children

Oct 02 2022 43 mins

"Are we there yet?" - The last thing anyone wants to hear when embarking on an adventure with kids or a travel companion. Maybe you are a parent who has put off traveling all together with your children, thinking it just isn’t possible, let alone traveling more responsibly. If you are looking for techniques of how to travel more sustainably and secrets to keeping kids entertained

Overcoming an Injury Through Outdoor Adventure

Apr 04 2021 46 mins

Row, row, row your boat! On today’s episode of the Carry-On Bags Only podcast, my friend Tom details his experience healing from a traumatic rugby injury, sharing his incredible journey of recovery, and a challenge to row around Ireland. He has since completed several adventure races, hung off the sides of cliffs in Chamonix, and trekked through Yosemite National Park. Tom shares

Seeing the World as a Solo Traveler

Mar 28 2021 44 mins

Bugs the size of dinner plates, a staring contest in Thailand, and unintentionally creating a well sought-after self-defense class from a desire to feel safer and more confident while traveling. Be prepared to laugh and learn some new skills as we explore the world of solo travel. Featured on this episode is my good friend Jess who takes us on one wild adventure! She’s traveled t