Welcome to The Traveling Golf Diva Podcast with Doris Muscarella - where golf meets travel, lifestyle, and unforgettable adventures.

In this episode, Golf, Leadership & Wellness: Building a Stronger Tomorrow with Dr. Christine Thorpe

Dr. Christine Thorpe – Health Educator | Wellness Coach | CEO of Stronger Tomorrow | Board Chair, YWCA Northern New Jersey Host: Doris Muscarella

• Dr. Christine: “Golf isn’t just a game—it’s the ultimate leadership laboratory.”
• Doris welcomes the Divas and introduces Dr. Christine as the woman who is changing the face of executive networking… one swing at a time.

Meet Dr. Christine Thorpe – The Origin Story

• From corporate leader and health educator to realizing the golf course was the most under-used boardroom for women
• Founding Stronger Tomorrow: why she saw an urgent need for women executives to have a safe, fun space to learn golf, build wellness habits, and create authentic relationships
• Her role as Board Chair of YWCA Northern New Jersey and how social-impact leadership fuels everything she does

Why Golf + Women in Leadership is a Perfect Match

• The surprising parallels between the golf swing and leadership resilience
• How 4 hours on the course reveals more about someone than 4 years in the office
• Breaking the “old boys’ club” stereotype: creating environments where women feel celebrated, not intimidated

Inside Stronger Tomorrow Experiences

• What really happens at a Stronger Tomorrow event (half-day and full-weekend formats)
• The unique blend: professional round-table discussions + wellness sessions + on-course golf coaching
• Real stories: The CFO who closed her biggest deal ever with a connection made on the 9th green
• Why learning golf in a women-only, judgment-free setting accelerates confidence on and off the course

Wellness Secrets Every Busy Woman Leader Needs

• The “Executive Par” morning routine (under 15 minutes)
• Simple, golf-specific mobility moves that double as stressbusters
• How to use the golf course as a moving meditation and networking goldmine
• Quick nutrition and hydration tips that keep energy high from the first tee to the 19th hole

Rapid-Fire Leadership & Golf Round

• The biggest leadership lesson the golf course has taught her
• One myth about women executives and golf she wants to shatter forever
• Favorite “power move” when introducing yourself on the first tee
• The non-negotiable item in her golf bag that has nothing to do with clubs

The Vision: A Stronger Tomorrow for Women Everywhere

• Upcoming 2026 Stronger Tomorrow retreats and how to get involved
• Plans to bring the model to Florida and beyond (hint, hint for South Florida Divas!)
• How any woman—at any level—can start using golf strategically right now, even if she’s never touched a club

Final Takeaways from Dr. Christine Thorpe

1. Golf is the fastest way to build trust-based relationships that last a career.
2. You don’t have to be good at golf to belong—you just have to show up as you are.
3. When women invest in their wellness and their network at the same time, everyone wins.
4. The future of leadership is inclusive, wellness-focused, and (yes!) played on grass.

Closing

• Doris thanks Dr. Christine and invites listeners to bring their own leadership teams to a future Stronger Tomorrow event
• Subscribe, share with your boss/bestie/boardroom, leave a 5-star review
• Where to find Dr. Christine & Stronger Tomorrow: → www.strongertomorrow.org Instagram: @stronger.tomorrow → Join the waitlist for 2026 events – link in show notes!

Let’s build a stronger tomorrow, one drive at a time.

Thank you for joining me on this journey today. I am Doris, your Traveling Golf Diva. Until next time – keep swinging, keep traveling, and always add a touch of ‘Diva flair to the game we love. Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter, share, and follow us on social media and visit our website: https://thetravelinggolfdiva.com/ for the latest news and guest speakers.

The Traveling Golf Diva with Host Doris Muscarella and Christina Ricci

Getting More Pars with Christina Ricci – From 5-Year Golfer to Global Coach Phenomenon Guest: Christina Ricci, PGA & LPGA Class A, TPI Level 3 Host: Doris Muscarella

• Doris welcomes listeners and introduces Christina as one of the most beloved and recognizable coaches in women’s golf today

About Our Guest – The Christina Ricci Origin Story

• How a non-athletic adult picked up golf and went from beginner to a 5 handicap in just five years
• The moment she realized teaching was her true calling
• Writing her first book → unexpectedly hitting #1 → launching the More Pars empire
• Becoming PGA & LPGA Class A and TPI Level 3 certified

The More Pars Philosophy

• Why “More Pars” is about so much more than score – it’s about freedom and fun
• The power of immersive, resort-based camps (and why a 3-day experience can change someone’s game forever)
• Who the camps are really for: beginners to single-digit players, men and women

Key Topics & Teaching Goal

1. The biggest myth recreational players believe about swing changes
2. One simple concept that instantly adds distance for 90% of players
3. Why most women (and men) leave 30–50 yards on the table – and how to claim it
4. The “Fitness Friday” approach: simple TPI-based moves anyone can do at home
5. How Christina’s YouTube channel and books make elite instruction accessible to everyone

Life on the Road & Behind the Scenes

• Favorite resort camp destinations and what makes each one special
• Memorable student success stories (the 70-year-old who started hitting driver 200+ yards, etc.)
• Appearing on Golf Channel, Golf Tips magazine, and reaching millions online

Rapid-Fire “More Pars” Lightning Round

• Best drill for the shanks
• One swing thought that cures the slice for good
• Favorite club in the bag right now
• The non-golf activity that improved her own game the most
• What she wishes every new golfer knew on Day 1

What’s Next for Christina & More Pars

• New camps and locations for 2025/2026
• Upcoming books, video series, or surprises
• How listeners can train with Christina (camps, online membership, YouTube, books)

Final Takeaways from Christina Ricci

1. Progress is possible at any age and any starting point – her own journey proves it.
2. Stop overcomplicating: focus on the 2–3 things that move the needle the most.
3. Golf is supposed to be joyful – when you get More Pars, you get more smiles.
4. Invest in yourself: one weekend at a More Pars Camp can save you years of frustration.

Closing

• Doris thanks Christina
• Subscribe, leave a review, share with your golf buddies
• Where to find Christina: → Website: www.morepars.com → YouTube: Christina Ricci – More Pars Golf → Instagram: @morepars

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In the sun-drenched fairways of global golfing adventures, meet Doris and Rob Chaplin, the dynamic duo behind a premier travel company hailing from the United Kingdom, where their passion for seamless journeys blends the precision of the green with the thrill of discovery.

As seasoned owners with a storied legacy in communication, leisure, travel, and tourism, Rob brings an impressive track record of excellence, having bootstrapped The Golf Travel Company from a bold vision in 1999 into South Africa's unrivaled #1 outbound golf tour operator—a testament to his mastery in negotiation, business and leisure travel, top-tier customer service, and savvy sales strategies. Joined by Doris, they infuse every itinerary with insider expertise, whether crafting bespoke escapes that marry world-class courses with cultural immersion or weaving in the spirited fun of football golf for groups seeking a lighter swing on tradition. In this episode of The Traveling Golf Diva, the Chaplins share captivating tales from the road, including Rob's mesmerizing recent sojourn to Egypt, where ancient wonders met modern tees along the Red Sea, revealing why this storied land is the ultimate diva's next horizon for luxury, legacy, and unforgettable pars.

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In this episode, Doris Muscarella—your Traveling Golf Diva—dives into one of the most important but often overlooked parts of golf and travel: being prepared for the unexpected. From flight delays and lost clubs to sudden weather shifts, Doris shares her personal Brightline Orlando travel story and offers practical, diva-approved tips to keep your golf adventures on course.

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Ultimate Golf Travel Must-Have Checklist Curated & road-tested by Doris Muscarella. Print this, screenshot it, or save it to your phone — this is the exact checklist Doris uses (and shares with every guest) before any international or domestic golf adventure!

Documents & Money

• Passport (valid 6+ months past return date) + color photocopies
• Flight & hotel confirmations (digital + printed)
• Tee-time confirmations & course dress-code printouts
• Travel insurance proof (with golf club coverage!)
• International driver’s license (if renting a car)
• Credit cards with no foreign transaction fees + some local cash
• GHIN card or handicap certificate (many overseas clubs require it)

Golf Gear Essentials

• Travel bag with stiff-arm or hybrid hard/soft case
• 2–3 dozen favorite golf balls (custom stamped = easier to identify)
• Rain gloves (2 pairs) & waterproof pouch
• Collapsible umbrella (course-compliant size)
• Lightweight push cart or rental confirmation
• Spare spikes/soft spikes tool
• Sharpie + ball-marker stash
• Small towel with carabiner clip
• Sunscreen stick (SPF 50+) & lip balm with SPF
• Bug spray wipes (for Scotland, Ireland, Southeast USA)

Clothing – Pack Like a Diva

• 5–6 golf outfits (mix-and-match tops & bottoms for 14 looks)
• Layering pieces: lightweight packable puffer & cashmere sweater
• Rain jacket & rain pants that actually fit over golf clothes
• Wide-brim or bucket sun hat + visor
• 10+ pairs golf socks (no-show & crew)
• Evening dinner outfits (many clubs have strict after-6 pm dress codes)
• Compression socks for the flight
• Foldable flats or stylish sneakers for non-golf time
• Belt bag/fanny pack that matches your outfits

Tech & Health

• Portable charger + international adapters (Type G for UK/Ireland, etc.)
• Air Tags in golf bag, suitcase, and purse
• Noise-canceling headphones (for long flights & range sessions)
• Travel-size laundry sheets (do a mid-trip sink wash)
• Mini first-aid kit: Band-Aids, Advil, blister pads, allergy meds
• Collapsible water bottle
• Yeti-style insulated tumbler for keeping drinks cold on the course

Diva Extras (Never Leave Home Without)

• Jewelry rolls (magnetic ones are genius)
• Packable sun sleeves (instant arm coverage)
• Mini hair straightener or curling wand
• Clear stadium-approved purse for tournaments
• Lightweight scarf/blanket for chilly airplane cabins
• Gratitude journal – because every birdie deserves to be recorded!

Pro Tip from Doris: Lay everything out 5 days before departure, then remove 30 %. You’ll still have too much… but at least you’ll have room for the new golf polo you’ll buy on the trip.

This episode blends golf, travel, business, and lifestyle lessons into one engaging conversation that will leave you feeling inspired, prepared, and stylish for your next journey.