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Introducing Melissa Rodway!

Melissa Rodway

Introducing Melissa Rodway

This is me in the early morning hours in Nepal, about to hit the trail for part of the Annapurna Circuit. We had just woken up to some beautiful chanting coming from the valley below. Many have said that I am in my element in this photo. That could very well be true… Read More about “Introducing Melissa Rodway”…

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“I have no reason to go, except that I have never been, and knowledge is better than ignorance.”

— Freya Stark

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Wadi Mujib, Jordan.
Beautiful yellow rocks overlooking the Dead Sea.
View of the Dead Sea from the IBEX Trail, Jordan.
IBEX Trail, Jordan.
IBEX Trail, Jordan.
Riding camels during sunrise in the desert.
Sunrise camel ride, Wadi Rum, Jordan.
Wadi Rum, Jordan.
Wadi Rum, Jordan.
Wadi Rum, Jordan.
Petra, Jordan
Petra, Jordan.
Petra, Jordan.
Dana Biosphere Reserve, Jordan.
Dana Biosphere Reserve, Jordan.
Dana Biosphere Reserve, Jordan.
Temple of Hercules, Amman, Jordan.
Amman, Jordan.
Dead Sea, Jordan.
Dead Sea, Jordan.

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I contemplated shutting FLY Travel Radio down a ye I contemplated shutting FLY Travel Radio down a year ago. With so many losing their jobs in the travel industry due to the pandemic, I questioned if carrying on was the right thing to do. As it turns out, people still wanted to talk. I spoke to many around the world about their pandemic experiences while living in Costa Rica, Thailand, Germany, Italy, France, Finland, Cambodia and Mexico. We heard of year round local adventures here at home while kept within our provincial and sometimes urban borders. Guests taught us about ayahuasca, past lives, new gear and great books. We went on a few journeys too - walking across Sri Lanka, cycling North America and kayaking Lake Ontario. We learned about travel and tourism companies who refused to give up and took COVID as an opportunity to reinvent themselves and their businesses. It has also been a time to think about the industry itself. Travel is not just about booking flights and adventures and our disappointment when we cannot go. There are real people behind all of our experiences, from guides to hotel owners to drivers to porters to cooks, all of whom have been greatly impacted in the past year, many with no alternatives to reinvent themselves. We are not out of the clear yet but we can still dream, share our stories and help those behind the scenes who played a part in our past adventures. Travel is important for both the traveller and those whose country is being travelled. It really can change lives. Thanks for your generous stories during these troubled times, sharing your honesty, struggle and hope. We will travel again one day. We will. Go to the link in my bio to find all of these podcast episodes and more. Over 160 stories to choose from! Original broadcast @ciutfm @fly_travel_media @#discoverexperiencerepeat #travelpodcast #travelstories #armchairtravel #wewilltravelagain #adventuretravel #travelideas #ilovetotravel #getoutside #activetravel #travelinspiration #findyouradventure #letstalktravel #rsgcommunity #flytravelradio #ayahuasca #kayakingadventures #cyclingnorthamerica #outdoorsandmentalhealth #travelcanada #urbanadventures #mexico #costarica #italy #france #thailand #germany #cambodia
Look no further for a heart wagging tail with two Look no further for a heart wagging tail with two canine stories of love at first sight! Ina Yetman and Andrea Mut joined me on FLY to discuss their spontaneous international dog adoptions. Roscoe hails from the beaches of St. Lucia and Lola from the streets of Mexico. Both of these stories come with some sage advice for anyone interested in finding a dog this way, as well as the proof that puppy love is meant to be! ๐ŸŽง Listen to our interview, link in bio. FLY Travel Radio airs on @ciutfm 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm. Complete collection can be found on SoundCloud and all podcast platforms. #travel #adventure #discoverexperiencerepeat #explore #dogrescue #internationaldogadoption #dogadoption #internationaldogrescue #brunoproject #adoptingadogfrommexico #adoptingadogfromstlucia #mexico #stlucia #flytravelradio #travelpodcast #armchairtravel #adoptingadogduringcovid #ciutfm
One year later. So much has happened. This was tak One year later. So much has happened. This was taken in Wadi Rum, Jordan. A truly magical place where you know something to be true, even before you are told. For travel ideas, stories and inspiration, go to flyrodway.com. Podcasts and blog posts abound. @fly_travel_media #discoverexperiencerepeat #travelbug #travelpodcast #adventurestories #traveltales #armchairtravel #jordan #wadirum #travelradio #adventuretravel #talesofadventure #ilovetravel #thingstosee #placestogo #bucketlistadventures #traveling #traveller #womenwhopodcast #uniquetravelpodcast #travelinspiration #desert #jeepadventures #sanddunes #lawrenceofarabia #rsgcommunity
FLY Travel Radio Episode 139 ๐ŸŽง Wednesday, Dece FLY Travel Radio Episode 139 ๐ŸŽง Wednesday, December 16, 2020 2AM EST @ciutfm and https://ciut.fm/ It is that time of year again! Travel writer and outdoor enthusiast @dougoneill joins me for our yearly chat about great holiday reads. Doug also has some great pay-it-forward gift ideas for the nature lover in your life. These are two easy ways to shop for the adventure seeker on your list! Doug's gift ideas also contribute to local and environmental causes - these are the gifts that keep on giving! Tune in to hear about some fascinating tales and worthy holiday presents that won't break the bank. Complete FLY Travel Radio collection can be found on SoundCloud. Most recent episodes are on all podcast platforms. #flytravelradio #holidaybooks #holidayreads #giftsfortravelers #booksforadventureseekers #presentsforoutdoorlovers #experiencediscoverrepeat #travelpodcast
As we head into the holidays (and onto the couch), As we head into the holidays (and onto the couch), here are some great reads for the travel lover and adventure seeker on your list. Travel writer @dougoneill stopped by FLY Travel Radio to discuss his favourite books from 2020 which you can find in the bio link. You will also find our interview where we discuss the books as well as some pay-it-forward gift ideas for those outdoorsy types. The complete FLY Travel Radio collection can be found on SoundCloud. #travelpodcast #flytravelradio #discoverexperiencerepeat #travelbooks #adventurestories #booksfortravellovers #booksforadventureseekers #greatholidayreads #lostpianosofsiberia #wherethecrawdadssing #aloneagainstthenorth #thelostpianosofsiberia #waterlog #hiddenplaces #theworldofvenice #transformationaltravelcouncil #transformationaltraveljournal #beyondthetrees #fieldnotesfromanunintentionalbirder #theonlygaijininthevillage #thepowerofsayinghello
FLY Travel Radio Episode 145 ๐ŸŽง Wednesday, Apri FLY Travel Radio Episode 145 ๐ŸŽง Wednesday, April 7, 2021 2AM EST @ciutfm 89.5FM and https://ciut.fm/ Gary Armstrong, Global Purpose Specialist @gadventures stops by FLY to discuss their Travel with Confidence policy, and why we should book now, travel later. Gary reminds us of travel's philanthropic nature, the importance of visiting remote communities, and how even COVID can unite us. When the time comes to travel again, G is ready to keep you safe and healthy without any compromise to the authenticity of your adventure. Photo credits: @gadventures Complete FLY Travel Radio collection can be found on SoundCloud. @fly_travel_media #discoverexperiencerepeat #rsgcommunity #buynowtravellater #travelwithconfidence #gadventures #grouptravel #safetravel #travelpostcovid #adventuretravel #smallgrouptravel #travelbubble #peru #colombia #nepal #travelbug #safetyfirst #planeterra #travelasphilanthropy #ilovetotravel #travelideas #travelpodcast #travelradio #lifeaftercovid #covidandtravel #traveller #remotetravel #homestays #travelcommunity #booknowtravellater #lifelongdeposit
FLY Travel Radio Episode 140 ๐ŸŽง Wednesday, Janu FLY Travel Radio Episode 140 ๐ŸŽง Wednesday, January 6, 2020 2AM EST @ciutfm 89.5FM and https://ciut.fm/ Jillian Brown @jillianabrownphotography takes her spin on FLY this week. Jillian is so many things. Photographer. Artist. Adventurer. Mental health advocate. Tune in to hear about Jillian's adventures kayaking the Grand Canyon, travelling solo around Canada, and paddling the provinces. Jillian will also talk about how she overcame a very dark time in her life through physical activity in the outdoors. Tune in to learn about @campmyway Camp My Way, a non-profit outdoor retreat in BC that was created to help those suffering from PTSD. It won't surprise you that Jillian is the CEO and Lead Guide of this inspiring and worthy operation. Photo credits: @jillianabrownphotography Complete FLY Travel Radio collection can be heard on SoundCloud. Most recent interviews are on all podcast platforms. https://flyrodway.com/ #travel #adventure #explore #discover #flytravelradio #discoverexperiencerepeat #travelpodcast #campmyway #mentalhealth #ptsd #ptsdandtheoutdoors #wildlifeandmentalhealth #getoutside #kayakinggrandcanyon #paddlingcanada #travelcanada๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ #paddlinggreatlakes #femaleadventurers #femaleexplorers #bellletstalk #getactive #canadaswildplaces #adventurephotography
Next chapter is posted, and is available in the li Next chapter is posted, and is available in the link in bio. 10 years ago, I had the great opportunity to travel around Southeast Asia and China. While on the road, I wrote emails back to friends and family, taking in all that I was seeing and doing. Here is my account, 10 years later, starting with the Introduction. Check back regularly as I add each chapter, telling my personal tale of adventure, humour, honesty and humility. FLY Travel Radio can be found on all podcast platforms and heard on @ciutfm 89.5FM and @ckuw_959fm . flyrodway.com #travel #adventure #flytravelradio #discoverexperiencerepeat #travelmemoir #travelstories #backpackingsoutheastasia #travelthailand #travelcambodia #travellaos #travelvietnam #travelchina #flashpacking #luxurytravel #backpackingthailand #backpackinglaos #backpackingcambodia #backpackingvietnam #backpackingchina #travelinruralchina #bangkok #travelpodcast #armchairtravel
I caught up with the ever entertaining creators of I caught up with the ever entertaining creators of @planetlenz just before the holidays. Mike and Faustine, of Canada and France respectively, are pro dive instructors who met in Borneo and have spent the last 8 years working in diverse diving locations around the globe. With Mike's spectacular photography skills and Faustine's background in graphic design, they have created Planetlenz, and are also taking YouTube by storm with their unique videos. Tune in to hear about the importance of doing what you want to do with your life, and so much more! Interview in link in bio. Photo credit: @planetlenz Original broadcast on @ciutfm 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm. Go to flyrodway.com/ for more info on FLY Travel Radio and FLY Travel blog. #travel #adventure #scubalife #divesafari #liveaboard #travelstorytelling #armchairtravel #postcovidtravel #internationalrelationships #travelpodcast #divehonduras #divebali #diveindonesia #divemalaysia #png #divepng #adventurephotos #underwaterphotography #environment #minimalistliving #flytravelradio #beboldbreakthemold #planetlenz #divetravel #getoutside #justdoit #rsgcommunity #dive
FLY Travel Radio Episode 142 ๐ŸŽง Wednesday, Febr FLY Travel Radio Episode 142 ๐ŸŽง Wednesday, February 10, 2021 2AM EST @ciutfm 89.5FM and https://ciut.fm/ I do not hesitate to say that Cyrus Ryan is one of the most unique guests I have had on FLY. A seeker of the esoteric traditions of the East, Cyrus is the Director of the Northern School of Esoteric Wisdom. He is also the author of "Living on the Inner Edge: A Practical Esoteric Tale". As a travel lover, Cyrus shares his many adventures around the world, his affinity for the mountains, and his psychic encounters on the road. There is a reason why we feel at home in some countries more than others. I thoroughly enjoyed this time with Cyrus, and I hope to bring him back. I have more questions..... For all FLY Travel Radio episodes and blog posts, go to flyrodway.com. #travel #adventure #rsgcommunity #discoverexperiencerepeat #wander #explore #discover #mountains #mountaintravel #spiritualtravel #esoteric #esoterictraditions #psychicencounters #psychicencountersandtravel #travelpodcast #travelblog #travelblogger #storytelling #armchairtravel #schoolofesotericwisdom #india #travelindia #himalayas #egypt #travelegypt #jasper #gotothemountains

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