Love, Luggage & Last-Minute Plans

Flights, Festivals, and Friends

This month's episode is a love letter to festival culture, friendship, and the Black creative experience. From Dreamville to Essence, we’re diving into how showing up for the vibes can shift your whole life. ⏱️ Skip to What You Need – Flights, Festivals & Friends 0:00 – Intro: Welcome to Flights, Festivals & Friends 1:20 – Meet the Guests: Aria & London 3:45 – Dreamville Fest: Last-Minute Plans & First Impressions 7:10 – Building Community Through Travel & Music 11:30 – Turning Random Encounters into Opportunities 15:00 – The Power of Showing Up as Your Full Self 19:25 – Creative Careers & Festival Culture 23:50 – Final Thoughts & Listener Stories Invitation I sat down with two amazing guests: Aria (⁠bellaire_⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/bellaire_/]), a journalist and PR powerhouse, and London (⁠photo.leaux⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/photo.leaux/]), a creative event photographer for some major festivals and artist. Together, we unpack what it means to make friends while chasing concerts, building careers, and showing up as your full self in new places. In this episode, we’re sharing: ⭐️ How we pulled off Dreamville Fest at the last minute (with some help from friends!) ⭐️ What it's like to build community through travel and creative work ⭐️ Stories about turning random encounters into real opportunities ⭐️ Why showing up—literally and figuratively—matters more than ever This one is insightful, hilarious, and full of gems—and we kept it under 30 minutes so you can vibe with us during your coffee break or commute.  Full episode drops TODAY— 🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform 📺 Watch the full video episode on YouTube 📲 Follow the journey: @brionylikepeony on ⁠TikTok⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@brionylikepeony?lang=en] & ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/brionylikepeony/] 🌐 Blog, resources + free itineraries: ⁠TravelIsMyLifestyle⁠ Got a festival memory or travel friendship that changed your life? Drop a comment or DM—we’d love to share your story in a future episode!⬇️ 📍Dreamville Fest – Raleigh, NC #FlightsFestivalsFriends #TravelIsMyLifestyle #BlackTravelCreators #FestivalCulture #MusicMeetsMovement #NowStreaming #PodcastLaunch #RelationshipThroughTravel #TravelPodcast #DreamvilleFest #BlackTravelCreators #CreativeCommunity #PodcastLife #WanderlustVibes

Love, Luggage & Last-Minute Plans

Ever wondered how travel can transform your life? Whether it’s solo adventures, couple getaways, or real talk about love and culture— this podcast is for YOU! In this episode, we are talking about our most recent travels —We're recording from our dreamy stay at the SO Auckland Hotel in Auckland, New Zealand, and sharing: ✅ How we ended up in Auckland for our anniversary (spoiler: last-minute magic) ✅ What we’ve done so far and how we’re liking the vibe ✅ An intro to using points & miles to book luxury travel Want more travel tips, details on how we got to Auckland on a deal, and insider offers? ➡️ Follow me on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@brionylikepeony?_t=8hDsg5ODyc2&_r=1] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/brionylikepeony]: @brionylikepenny ➡️ Check out my travel website: TravelIsMyLifestyle.com [https://www.travelismylifestyle.com ] ➡️ Subscribe on YouTube: @TravelIsMyLifestyle_ [https://www.youtube.com/@TravelismyLifestyle_] for vlogs, full episodes & destination guides What’s the one trip that changed your life? Drop a comment—we’d love to feature your story! 📍 Filmed on location at SO Auckland Hotel – Auckland, New Zealand #TravelPodcast #LoveAndTravel #AucklandNewZealand #CouplesWhoTravel #LuxuryTravelTips #PointsAndMiles #PodcastLovers #TravelPlanning #BlackTravelCreators #WanderlustVibes #BrionyLikePeony #TravelIsMyLifestyle

Welcome to Travel is My Lifestyle 2.0!

Ever wondered how travel can transform your life? Whether it’s solo adventures, couple getaways, or real talk about love and culture, this podcast is for YOU! In this episode, my husband flips the script and interviews ME! We dive into: ✅ How travel transformed my life & mindset ✅ The moment I knew I wanted to be a content creator ✅ My best travel tips & secrets you NEED to know ✅ Surprising things about my journey you never expected New episodes drop monthly! Subscribe & Follow us [https://www.travelismylifestyle.com/linkinbio?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabSK5DpVfHacFHeMtoQjjFUJov1B6A_dRTcTnAVauMV0GBrc87EtnJYZ7k_aem_6bbJVLipvS0WWh9uYm6G1w]on your favorite platforms to never miss out! Let’s chat! What’s the one trip that changed YOUR life? Comment below! ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️ Watch Now [https://youtu.be/rQMlbRchU2s]📍 Filmed in: SO Auckland Hotel, Auckland, New Zealand #TravelPodcast #Wanderlust #CouplesWhoTravel #LifeOfAdventure #PodcastLovers #TravelPodcast #ContentCreatorLife #TravelVlog #HowToBeAContentCreator #TravelChangedMeand

Episode 8: Hotel vs Vacation Rentals

Welcome to  Travel is my Lifestyle podcast hosted by Your Professional Tourist [www.Travelismylifestyle.com]. Our host shares thrilling tales from her own explorations around the world and relates them to an everyday lifestyle.  Episode 8: Hotel vs Vacation Rentals! In our latest episode, we’re diving into the timeless debate: hotels vs vacation rentals! Are you team hotels or team vacation rentals? Share your thoughts in the comments below and let’s spark some lively conversation! Plus, catch the newest segment of ‘Ask Me’ where I answer questions from my Instagram page. Who knows, maybe I’ll answer one of yours! Don’t miss out, see you there!  They say travel is a journey of self-discovery, and oh, how true that is! It’s up and running so check it out! Listen or watch as we discuss with our guests different topics of building travel confidence. The heart of the podcast lies in not only entertaining, but connecting each new travel experience with the change it makes in your lifestyle. So get comfortable, get a drink ready, and press play!

EP6: The Confident Creator

Travel is my Lifestyle is a captivating podcast that brings travelers together. Hosted by Briony, Your Professional Tourist, this podcast serves as a gateway to immersive story time, where the host shares thrilling tales from her own explorations around the world and relates them to an everyday lifestyle.  Episode 6: The Confident Creator! In our latest episodes, we dive deep into the journey of our host as a content creator in the Travel and Lifestyle niche. From the highs to the lows, we share personal experiences and valuable insights on what it takes to succeed in this ever-evolving field. Whether you're just starting or a seasoned creator, you'll find practical tips and relatable stories to guide you. The heart of the podcast lies in connecting each new travel experience with the change it makes in your lifestyle. Tune in to Travel is my Lifestyle every 2 weeks and fuel your passion for travel, inspire connections, and encouragement to embrace travel as not just an experience but a way of life. Your feedback means the world to us, so please leave your comments and reviews on YouTube or your preferred podcast platform. Enjoy the episode!