In this episode of Let’s Get Real, I’m sharing the real talk on why rest is essential when we travel. From unexpected rainy days in Biarritz to navigating steep hills in Portugal, I get into my own lessons learned the hard way—and how taking breaks has transformed my travel experiences. I’ll share tips on building downtime into your itinerary, listening to your body, and discovering how rest can be the secret ingredient to savoring every part of your journey. Spoiler: resting doesn’t mean missing out—it’s how you truly show up for the adventure.

Timestamps:

[00:00] – Introduction

[00:54] – The significance of rest in travel

[03:07] – Recognizing signs of travel fatigue

[04:48] – Finding balance

[06:24] – Personal story: Embracing a rainy day in Biarritz

[07:51] – Personal story: Navigating knee pain in Portugal

[10:24] – Learning to rest more in Scotland

[12:38] – Mental rest and decision fatigue

[15:51] – Planning downtime in your itinerary

[17:29] – Resting isn’t wasting time

[18:47] – Overcoming the 'go-go-go' mentality

[20:23] – Mental rest and travel fatigue research

[21:35] – Listener engagement: Reflecting on your travel experiences

[22:05] – Outro

[23:37] – Episode Teaser

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