Ready to explore America’s 63 national parks and take your adventures to the next level?

This episode is your guide to unlocking the wonders of the great outdoors, from awe-inspiring landscapes to the best ways to navigate your time in the parks.

This week, we're joined by Kendra Tustin, an expert in maximizing travel while balancing a full-time job.

Kendra shares her strategies for making the most of your PTO, offering practical tips to help you explore bucket list destinations without compromising your 9-5 routine. You'll also hear insights on growing your social media presence as a travel influencer.

From accommodation tips and road trip highlights to balancing work and adventure, this episode is packed with valuable advice.

Tune in and discover how to turn your national park dreams into reality—no matter your schedule!

TOPICS DISCUSSED:

• Maximizing your time at popular sites
• Finding affordable accommodation near National Parks
• Best practices for maximizing your paid time off
• Tips for growing your social media as a travel influencer

RESOURCES:
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National Park Service
Tips for traveling with dogs in the National Parks

EPISODE DETAILS:
13:12 - Do your research ahead of time.

13:42 - Get to the entrance early in the morning

15:38 - Please use that paid time off because that is the time that you earned.

20:15 - I like having those little trips throughout the year because I feel like I'm making more memories.

25:00 - Assume that most national parks don't allow dogs.

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