You can feel it when travel stops being about seeing more and starts being about becoming more. I’m Cheryl Esch, and I’m sharing the pull I’ve been sitting with lately: the desire for a deeper, quieter kind of solo travel that resets me from the inside out, not just for a weekend, but in a way that lingers.I talk honestly about the Camino de Santiago and the part people don’t always say out loud. I went in carrying big expectations after a hard season and wanted the walk to equal instant healing and a clean new beginning. It didn’t. That disappointment taught me something important about purposeful travel, spiritual travel, and mindful travel: when we force a trip to deliver a guaranteed transformation, we miss what’s happening right in front of us. The real work is staying open, letting God lead, and allowing meaning to unfold in its own time.Then I get practical about planning a pilgrimage style hike or multi day trek that fits real life. We walk through how I’m choosing my next route by listening to my body, factoring in injuries and training, testing what’s feasible on my schedule, and deciding whether a guided group tour makes sense. I also share a list of inspiring options around the world, including Kumano Kodo in Japan, Via Francigena, Cotswold Way, Scotland trails, Iceland’s Laugavegur, Patagonia, and more, with an eye toward quieter routes and nature focused experiences.If you’ve been craving a reset, a little peace, or just space to breathe again, press play. Subscribe for more solo travel inspiration, share this with a friend who needs a fresh start, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show. What kind of walk is calling you right now? Resources & LinksApply for 1:1 travel coaching with Cheryl:https://cherylbeckesch.com/workwithme/Coaching InvitationIf you’re feeling drawn toward solo travel but unsure where to begin, this is something I support women with through 1:1 coaching. Together we can explore what kind of travel experience fits your season of life and create a thoughtful plan that reflects the woman you are becoming.https://cherylbeckesch.com/workwithme/Episode 107:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2048349/episodes/15925135-finding-myself-on-the-camino-a-transformative-experience.mp3?download=trueEpisode 104:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2048349/episodes/15751955-preparing-for-the-camino-de-santiago-essential-tips-for-a-successful-pilgrimage.mp3?download=trueSupport the showhttps://[email protected] @solotraveladventures50