Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real Journeys, Real Stories, Real Healing

Life is a journey, and every journey is worth telling. Welcome to Travel Time Stories with Shannon, a space where we believe that when we share our paths—the detours, the breakthroughs, and the healing—we remind each other that we are never truly alone.

Travel Time Stories was born from a deeply personal mission: to explore the intersection of travel, resilience, and the human spirit. Hosted by Shannon and her co-host Ann, this podcast goes beyond the standard travelogue. We invite you to sit down with us, grab your favorite beverage, and join a community dedicated to raw, honest, and transformative conversation.

You belong here if you’ve ever felt like life is a series of chapters, some more difficult to read than others. This community is for those navigating major life changes, those searching for deeper connection, and those who know that the "perfect" life isn't always what it seems. If you are a traveler at heart, a seeker of truth, or simply someone who loves a story that touches the heart, you have a seat at our table. We welcome anyone ready to step out of their comfort zone and into a space of vulnerability and understanding.

Podcasting since 2025 • 64 episodes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real Journeys, Real Stories, Real Healing

Episodes

From Adoption to Adventure: My Wild Ride into Travel

Join your host and travel advisor Shannon from Texas. In this very first episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I share the personal story that started it all—my adoption, my childhood filled with imagination, and the moment travel...

June 16, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 1 • 14:45

The Cruise That Changed Everything: First-Timer Adventures & Life Lessons

In this episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I'm talking about my first-ever cruise aboard the Carnival Dream and the many “firsts” that came with it. I’ll share the excitement, the surprises, and a few unexpected lessons along the way....

June 23, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 2 • 32:23

Shady Adoptions & Pier Runner Drama: Cruise Chaos & Caribbean Charm

This episode is packed! I open up about the shocking truth behind my adoption story, and then take you on a wild ride through my second cruise with my best friend Ann—filled with unforgettable excursions and a dramatic dash to avoid getting str...

June 29, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 3 • 23:32

Cruising 101 & Childhood Trauma

DISCLAIMER: Please be advised that this episode contains discussions of sexual abuse and molestation.Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know need support, please refer to the resources listed in the show notes.

July 07, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 4 • 28:33

Halloween on the High Seas: Costumes, Casinos & Carnival Memories with an Unforgettable Move

In this episode of Travel Time Stories, I'm sharing our spooky-silly Halloween cruise aboard the Carnival Dream! It was my second time on this ship and the first time celebrating Halloween at sea—with costumes, casinos, and cruise directo...

July 14, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 5 • 24:13

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