cover of episode Is Hiking the Torres del Paine in Chile on Your Bucket List? Tips for First Time Hikers with Guest Bonnie Schaefer

Is Hiking the Torres del Paine in Chile on Your Bucket List? Tips for First Time Hikers with Guest Bonnie Schaefer

2023/5/9
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Solo Travel Adventures: Safe Travel for Women, Preparing for a Trip, Overcoming Fear, Travel Tips

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Do you dream of hiking the Torres del Paine trail in Chile, Patagonia region?Listen in on an interview and follow up with Bonnie from pre-trip interview of Episode 17 and see how her trip turned out. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/solo-travel-adventures-safe-travel-for-women-preparing/id1650161410?i=1000600784609Helpful Tips about the trail:* The popular O Circuit trail and W trail are very well marked and can easily be done as a solo traveler.* The trail is completely safe.* Along the trail there are designated campsites where you stay. You can bring your own tent, rent a tent or even rent a room at some campsites.* Pack extra socks and a warm, clean shirt/jacket to wear each night after your hike.* Take the shuttle to get you to the start of the trail.* Physically prepare for this hike with longer hikes including a weighted pack and do hill training.In travel we must be flexible with our plans, especially if there is a physical injury.Remember to always give yourself grace when traveling and listen to your body.Video of Interview:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KcrMtzxdoAExperience Bonnie's adventures on her Youtube channel:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0eUHvO57MB5tzzS56WrcOsP7n3BLJqy6)

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