Welcome to Explore & Expand, with Carrie Wren and Kelly Howard. We are a little bit of soul and a whole lot of sass...and the occasional f-bomb. Join us for conversations about life through the lens of travel, and living life to the brim.
Explore & Expand
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Welcome to Explore & Expand, with Carrie Wren and Kelly Howard. We are a little bit of soul and a whole lot of sass...and the occasional f-bomb. Join us for conversations about life through the lens of travel, and living life to the brim.
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Recent Episodes
June 17, 2026
Meet Your Retreat Leaders: Our Origin Story!
<p>One of the questions our group travel participants ask us most is: how did you two meet? Buckle up, because in this episode, we spill the tea on the origins of our real life friendship. From meeting on the the sales floor at Pier One Imports and dancing on bars in our youth, to leading boutique travel experiences around the world, we share all the highs and lows of 25 years of deep friendship, and how it all relates to who we are as business partners and retreat leaders. As usual, we share much full belly laughter, as well as a tear or two.</p> <p>To learn more about our upcoming retreats, head over to our <a href= "https://exploreandexpandretreats.com/">website</a> for all the juicy details.</p> <p>Check out our <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/exploreandexpandretreats/?hl=en">IG</a> for lots of eye candy from our travels!</p> <p>(C) 2026 Explore and Expand</p>
April 27, 2026
Not Your Average Travel Essentials Packing List
<p>Ever wondered how seasoned travelers seem to have everything but the kitchen sink zipped into their carry-on, while the rest of us somehow seem to be overpacked and underprepared? We've been there! And, over our many years hosting retreats all over the world, we've finally nailed down the travel must-haves. In this episode, we unzip the mysteries of our "not your average" packing list, and spill (neatly, of course) all our travel essentials. From the hero items you think you don't need—but absolutely do—to the delightful little lifesavers that earn their spot in your carry-on, we cover it all with a wink and a well-folded pair of socks. Expect clever hacks, a few "why didn't I think of that?" moments, and just enough chaos to remind you that packing is an art, not a science. Tune in before your next adventure...your suitcase will thank you, we promise.</p> <p><strong><a href= "https://docs.google.com/document/d/14_kQbsUElaqQIrEZxJx9FzzGlRPKsb4S5WOp8ldMotk/edit?usp=sharing"> CLICK HERE</a> to peek our Not Your Average Travel Essentials Packing List</strong></p> <p>To learn more about our upcoming retreats, head over to our <a href="https://exploreandexpandretreats.com/">website</a> for all the juicy details.</p> <p>Check out our <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/exploreandexpandretreats/?hl=en">IG</a> for lots of eye candy from our travels!</p> <p>(C) 2026 Explore and Expand</p>
April 13, 2026
The Trip I Almost Missed
<p>Have you ever wanted to go on a trip, but something held you back? We can relate. There are always reasons why "not" to take the trip of a lifetime: time, money, fear of the unknown. And yet every single time we've taken the trip, despite all those familiar reasons that could have held us back, we are so damn glad we did. Join us for as we reminisce about some of the most pivotal travel experiences of our lives... and why we almost missed them.</p> <p>Dear listener: we created <a href= "https://www.canva.com/design/DAHGX40fHF8/VEsIgr7ZUD1ncfyW62Jmag/view?utm_content=DAHGX40fHF8&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h6706965cfe"> <strong>this interactive workbook</strong></a> just for you! Filled with journaling prompts, opportunities to reflect, and a guided meditation, we designed this workbook to support you in any decision-making threshold you might be navigating, travel-related or otherwise. Check it out, and let us know what you think!</p> <p>To learn more about our upcoming retreats, head over to our <a href="https://exploreandexpandretreats.com/">website</a> for all the juicy details.</p> <p>p.s Check out our <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/exploreandexpandretreats/?hl=en">IG</a> for lots of eye candy from our travels!</p> <p>(C) 2026 Explore and Expand</p>
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