In this episode, Whitney recounts of her three-week trip exploring the national parks of Hawaii and American Samoa. She goes into detail on the planning process, the financial ease she experienced, and adventures had at nature spots like Maui's Road to Hana and American Samoa's island of Ofu. She also touches on personal milestones, such as paying off her car loan, and the importance of respecting local cultures. Reflecting on the balance between work and travel, Whitney discusses personal growth, connections made, and the dualities of feeling both relaxed and challenged. Join her for enriching stories and lessons on ease, spiritual connection, and the impacts of travel.07:05 Trip Preparations20:37 Exploring Maui: Road to Hana and Camping31:15 Big Island Adventures: Volcanoes and Spiritual Connections46:08 Oahu Surprises: Glamping and Pearl Harbor54:24 Adventures in American Samoa01:04:57 Cultural Immersion and Local Cuisine01:14:47 Final Island: Kauai01:23:12 Reflections on Travel and Personal GrowthMentioned (affiliate links used):Owen Beiny episode: https://podcast.wellevatr.com/life-changing-advice-on-credit-cards-celebrity-and-coffee-with-owen-beinyAmerica the Beautiful Pass: https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=e295c418-295a-447c-b265-734e25f82503&website_id=cb108bda-c46a-4843-be9f-40db97e01187&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F234584%2Famerica-the-beautiful-pass-20242025Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Jacket: https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=e295c418-295a-447c-b265-734e25f82503&website_id=cb108bda-c46a-4843-be9f-40db97e01187&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F215176%2Fpatagonia-torrentshell-3l-jacket-womensHiking Umbrella - https://amzn.to/4cksqO0Tevas: https://amzn.to/3KSJpv4 Snorkel Set: https://amzn.to/3XqsAPv HipCamp: hipcamp.com/r/whitneyelsa Happy Cow: https://www.happycow.net/ Car Phone Holder Mount: https://amzn.to/3RADVsF Cabeau neck pillow: https://amzn.to/4bdbzvt Aeropress: https://amzn.to/4eyr6Zt Porlex Mini Grinder: https://amzn.to/4cwqSR1Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Beyond Measure community today:https://podcast.wellevatr.com/beyond-measure
