Hey Globetrotter, It's been so long since we've last spoken, and I am so sorry that it's took me so long to get back to you, but life has been life'n since 2023. And I haven't been traveling nearly as much as I would have liked in 2024. But it's a new year, and I am ready to take you along with me, if you'll have me.

So I hope you are ready for this shaky journey I am about to embark on so see more of this beautiful world.

Today's episode is an update of what's been going on with Ashley Travels the Globe, and the reasons for my silence. As you know at the top of this year, I decided to take on a 12 trips in 12 months challenge, and boy it's been a whirlwind of travel and adventure. So in this episode I cover all of the places I've been and what episodes are to follow in this season.

Today I wrap up my Chicago trip by talking about the vibes. How I felt there as a content creator, and all around as a person, tourist, and traveler. 

Chicago is a vibe and should be on everyones Travel Bucket List! 

Check out my Chicago Itinerary here:

https://ashleytravelstheglobe.com/2023/01/17/travel-guide-chicago-illinois/

I spent 5 days in Chicago and it wasn't nearly enough time! The Windy City is the city of 77 neighborhoods and has so much to offer. In this episode I talk about how to navigate ChiTown as well as things to do, and places to eat!

My Chicago Itinerary:

https://ashleytravelstheglobe.com/2023/01/17/travel-guide-chicago-illinois/

Welcome back to season 3 of Ashley Travels the Globe - The Podcast. I can't believe that we have made it this far! In today's episode I am talking about the first trip in my 12 Trips in 12 Months Challenge -- Chicago, Illinois aka the Windy City. 

Today's episode covers getting to Chicago and my first impression.

Steal My Itinerary:
https://ashleytravelstheglobe.com/2023/01/17/travel-guide-chicago-illinois/

In Season Three I will be taking on the 12 Trips In 12 Months challenge, and I plan to get a bit more personal in my episodes, giving a more transparent insight to the places I travel to during this journey. 

Season Three will return Wednesday, January 18, 2023! 

Today I am reflecting on what I consider the best parts of traveling. 

While recording this episode, I realized that travel really challenges you to change whether you want to or not. It forces you to see the world in a new light, and shows you how to be more open and excepting of all that the world has to offer.

Today's episode is a story of discovery. I recently learned the importance of visiting your homeland or even "the promise land" after successfully visiting both Trinidad and Jamaica. I now understand the importance of grounding yourself in the birth place(s) of your people.