Speaking of Travel® With Marilyn Ball... No Passport Required!
Welcome to Speaking of Travel, the iHeart Radio show and global podcast that takes you on inspiring journeys without ever needing a passport! Host Marilyn Ball chats with fascinating people from all over the world, sharing uplifting travel stories that spark curiosity and joy. With a focus on sustainability and conservation, Speaking of Travel highlights how travel can create positive change—culturally, socially, emotionally, and economically. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or just dreaming of adventure, this show celebrates making travel better for everyone. Tune in and let the journey begin! 🌍✈️
Speaking of Travel® With Marilyn Ball... No Passport Required!
Seasoned Travel Writer Jan Schroder Turns Her Travels Into Stories
Jan Schroder is a travel writer and editor for close to 25 years and shares how she began her career. Jan provides advice for people who want to be successful travel writers and also reveals some useful travel tips.
For many years, Jan was the managing editor of a travel magazine and a freelance travel writer for well-known outlets including Fodor’s, Orbitz, Global Traveler and International Living. Today she focuses on writing and producing the monthly digital publication The Travel 100, which is part of The 100 Companies based in Atlanta.
Jan explores some of the most challenging parts of being a travel writer and shares some trends she is seeing in travel today.
Also on Speaking of Travel, grab your comfy sweaters and get ready to plan your ultimate getaway to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. Mark Collins, Partnerships Manager for RomanticAsheville.com, the most popular online travel guide to the mountains and foothills surrounding Asheville and Western North Carolina, gives us the lowdown on the best ways to boost your energy and mood when the temps are cooler and sunshine is scarce.
So stay tuned!
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