Travel Episodes

What happens when your cruise almost doesn’t happen? In this episode of Travel Time Stories, Shannon and Ann sit down with their sister and best friend Kristen to break down her recent Virgin Voyages sailing — starting with the travel chaos that nearly kept her from ever boarding the ship. From stressful flight delays on the way to Miami… to the first impression stepping onboard… to the now-famous balcony hammock — we’re diving into: 🚢 Boarding Day experience 🛏️ Cabin layout...

What do you do when the “perfect life” you built suddenly falls apart? In this powerful episode of Travel Time Stories, we sit down with transformational speaker and Journey to Purpose founder Anna Quigley to talk about what happens when life implodes — and how travel can become the doorway to clarity. When Anna’s carefully constructed life unraveled in a short period of time, she made an unexpected decision. Instead of immediately job hunting or calling attorneys, she boarded a plane to I...

What would it take for you to walk away from a successful life… and start over in another country? In this episode of Travel Time Stories, we sit down with bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and transformational attorney Wani Manly, whose life changed dramatically when she made a bold decision: sell everything, leave Miami, and move to Paris alone — with no plan, no French, and no safety net. After more than two decades advising Fortune 500 companies as a corporate lawyer, Wani chose rei...

🚢 What if your next trip changed more than your location? Travel Time Stories is leaving the microphone behind and taking our community to SEA! 🌴 Everyone who books becomes part of something that will always be remembered as the first and be Founding Members of the TTS travel community. Join Shannon & Ann for our FIRST Story at Sea aboard the Crown Princess®, sailing the Southern Caribbean March 14–21, 2027. This isn't just about taking a cruise. It's about bringing together the people who have...

What happens when travel becomes more than a vacation? In this inspiring episode of Travel Time Stories, Shannon and Ann sit down with Eleanor A., founder of Elevate Your Escapes, to talk about meaningful travel, cultural connection, emotional transformation, and what exploring more than 70 countries has taught her about life. This conversation goes beyond travel tips and bucket lists. It’s about: ✨ Traveling with intention ✨ Finding beauty in slower experiences ✨ The emotio...

In a world where travel is as easy as a click, Vern Flaig takes us on a breathtaking journey that transcends borders and expectations. Ever dreamed of setting off on a grand adventure? Join Vern as he shares the incredible story behind his memoir, *Maple to Mandalay*, which chronicles his four-year odyssey across Australia and beyond, sparked by a heartbreak and an insatiable curiosity. This episode is a must-listen for adventurers, memoir enthusiasts, and anyone craving inspiration to chase ...

At 72 years old, Rand Timmerman set out to hike the entire 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail with his younger brother, Ron. But they weren't simply climbing mountains. Both brothers were Vietnam combat veterans carrying experiences from the war that had followed them for decades. Rand was also walking a path of recovery from alcoholism, while Ron was grieving the loss of his wife. What began as an extraordinary physical challenge became something much deeper—a journey through grief, addiction r...