Soul Wanderer : Mindful Travel for Women of Color

In this episode, I sit down with Siham Lahmine, the founder Morocco Travel Organizer, the first woman‑owned luxury culinary and heritage specialist in Morocco. We discuss Siham's community-driven, tailor-made luxury tours across Morocco that emphasizes slow travel, culinary heritage preservation, safety tips for solo female travelers, and connecting visitors with local families and lesser-known destinations beyond Marrakech.Siham Lahmine is one of Morocco's most distinguished culinary experts and a true pioneer in the world of luxury heritage travel. With a decade of experience leading immersive culinary adventures across Morocco, she has cultivated an extraordinary depth of knowledge in Fassi cuisine and the rich, diverse food traditions that define Moroccan culture from region to region. As the first Moroccan woman to found a travel company rooted in culinary and luxury heritage tourism, Siham has carved a singular path in an industry that had yet to see such a bold, culturally grounded vision. Her company, Morocco Travel Organizer, is not simply a travel service, it is a living invitation to experience Morocco from the inside out, through its flavors, its rituals, and its centuries-old culinary soul. Siham takes her travelers far beyond the postcard version of Morocco. She guides them through the winding, aromatic lanes of historic medina food souks, unlocking stories, secrets, and recipes that most visitors never encounter. Every journey she curates is a carefully crafted blend of authenticity and luxury, designed to awaken the senses while honoring Morocco's deeply rooted traditions.1:10 Meet Siham Lamine4:18 How Long to Stay and Getting Off-the-Beaten-Path7:50 Community-Driven Travel and Planning Your Morocco Trip10:50 Safety Tips for Female Travelers15:05 Key Darija Words and Navigating the Souks18:43 Culinary Heritage and Cooking with Local Families22:58 The Impact on Community and Women's Empowerment28:47 Morocco's Diverse Cities and Slowing Down to Travel Well42:13 Siham's Days Off and Personal Passions52:35 Where to Connect with SihamFind out more about Siham and Morocco Travel Organizer https://moroccotravelorganizer.com/Get the guide to avoid 7 costly Morocco travel mistakes scroll down towards bottom of the homepage above ⬆️

In this episode, I share what happened when I returned to Japan on a solo research trip. This time as a conscious traveler with a completely different intention.I dig deeper into:Why I went back and what I was looking forThe difference between visit before and after the shift of becoming a conscious travelerWhat the quiet, the pace, and the lower season did for my nervous systemThe conscious travel choices that changed what I experiencedWhat Japan gives you when you finally stop rushing through itWhat I'd tell a woman of color considering a solo trip to JapanEpisodes Referenced:38.One of My Favorite Solo Trips33.Off the Beaten Path Travel in JapanFind out more about this small women's group trip to Shikoku, Japan this November https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/womens-group-trip-japan

In this episode, I speak about one of my favorite solo trips. It's something I get asked from time-to-time and also an opportunity to share beyond the countries I specialize in for my travel consulting business.I cover:•The time off I had at one of the restaurants I worked in in New York City to be able to take this trip•Why I chose the two countries I visited•How I planned the trip from where to go, stay, and logistics•Why I continue to enjoy solo travelEpisode referenced:37.Experience Japan Through This Immersive Women's Group Trip 1.What Does Conscious Travel Mean?Learn more by reading these blogs:Madrid and SevillaSagresLisbon

In this quick episode, I share why I'm leading a small women's group trip to Japan this November and why it'll allow you to know Japan at a deeper level. •What I realized about in-person events and why I wanted a small group• The timing of it •Why this region•Who its best for Find out more details and reserve your spot here ➛ https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/womens-group-trip-japan

In this episode, I share why I chose Japan as one of two places I specialize in and go deeper into my personal connection to this country. This is a question I often get asked and I thought that answering it here and in depth would be insightful.I dig into:•Family, roots, and ancestry•Having a bicultural and bilingual upbringing•How I turned what was "me" into a unique business•Where Japanese hospitality can start and what I hope for travelers who visit JapanEpisode referenced:Ep. 35 Money, Freedom, and Solo Travel with Adriana GalvanFind out more about this women's group trip to Japan https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/womens-group-trip-japan

In this episode Adrian Galvan and I have a conversation about money, freedom, and solo travel for women.•Adriana shares what she does and who she helps with financial coaching and the largest emotion women of color feel around money•Two solo trips that were especially impactful for her, one in Mexico and one in Morocco•Adriana shares how she travels and how to utilize credit cards•Safety measures she uses when she travels•How she helped her client with a meaningful trip•Finance tools to help budget and save for travel"There's always some sort of healing process no matter where you go"Adriana is a first generation Mexican-American whose personal mission is empower her community with Financial Literacy Education. After leaving a toxic job at the beginning of the her career and being laid off in 2022, she realized how important it is to have financial stability and how much power comes with it. Her business, Adriana Talks Dinero, was created to educate and empower the minority and disadvantaged communities around their knowledge of personal finance by building wealth, knowing their worth, fighting the system oppression and fighting the patriarchy. Adriana is in the work of breaking generational trauma and norms to better the individuals in the community.Connect with Adriana:IG https://www.instagram.com/adrianatalksdinero/?hl=enTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@adrianatalksdineroLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/adrianatalksdineroWebsite: https://adrianatalksdinero.com/Lunch Money App: https://lunchmoney.app/?fp_ref=adriana88Venture X Referral Link: https://i.capitalone.com/JlqIT92duRelevant links:Flight Angels https://flightangels.org/Episodes you might enjoy:Episode 3 Why You Should Travel Solo Episode 22 Why You Should Travel Solo to MexicoEpisode 23 My Solo Summer: Traveling to Mexico

In this episode, I share why I think birthday trips are special. I include examples of a few that were significant in my personal journey.I cover:• Why a birthday trip might be for you and why they add an additional layer of meaning to your travel• Including astrology in your decision including utilizing astrocartography• The birthday trip that changed how I travel and influenced my now businessEpisode you might enjoy:Ep. 30 How to Start Solo Female Travel Book referenced:Coffee in Japan by Merry WhiteGrab your complimentary guide to packing lighter https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/packing-list-downloadLet me help you plan your birthday trip https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/contactRead about this trip on my travel blog https://www.sequoiaarmstrong.com/blog/rivieramayabirthdaytripConnect with on IG https://www.instagram.com/pueblayorkinc/https://www.pueblayorkinc.com/packing-list-download

In this episode, I expand on what it means to get off the beaten path in Japan and how you can do so. If you’re wanting to travel solo, with a friend or partner, or your family to Japan this year, avoid the generic and lean into an off the beaten path itinerary. I expand on:•Where to go and why traveling outside of the "Golden Route" is better for you and supporting Japanese businesses•When to go as timing is key•What to do and why leaning into your own interests and desires will have an impact on your travel experience•Some surprising food facts you might not know about JapanEpisode referenced:Episode 9 How to Avoid Adding to OvertourismBook referenced:Coffee in Japan by Merry White

In this very brief episode I share a summary of this year and what I'm aiming for in 2026, especially in helping women begin or continue to travel.-Reflecting on this year in life and business-What I'm proud of and loved-An offering coming in 2026 and travel plansEpisode referenced:Ep.25 Reflections and Lessons of a Solo Summer Trip to Oaxaca