Episode 41

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23rd Jul 2024

041: Sober Travel: Navigating Alcohol-Free Vacations with Jen Hirst of Lighthouse Sobriety

Have you ever wondered how you can travel and avoid alcohol without sacrificing fun and adventure? Jen Hirst, founder of Lighthouse Sobriety, shares her powerful story of overcoming addiction and provides actionable tips for embracing an alcohol-free life while traveling. 

In this episode of the Transform with Travel podcast, Jen discusses her journey to sobriety, the impact of alcohol on personal growth, and how to navigate vacations without drinking. Jen shares her journey to sobriety – from seeking help through AA and various outpatient programs, to eventually dedicated herself fully to recovery. 

Many people associate travel with alcohol. Whether it's enjoying a drink on the beach, attending a wine tasting, or partying at local hotspots, alcohol seems intertwined with the concept of vacation. However, Jen highlights the problems this relationship can cause, particularly for those looking to embrace a sober lifestyle.


For Jen, the true essence of travel lies in experiencing the world fully present. Alcohol, she explains, can dull these experiences, leaving travelers missing out on the simple joys of connecting with new places and cultures.


Jen shares her key strategies to enjoying your alcohol-free vacation to the fullest.


We talk about:

  • 00:00 Intro
  • 01:57 Jen’s Early Struggles with Alcohol
  • 13:01 Seeking Help and Sobriety
  • 17:53 Life After Sobriety: Rebuilding and Thriving
  • 21:00 The Impact of Alcohol on Travel and Life
  • 27:14 Understanding Alcohol's Effects on the Body and Mind
  • 34:43 Empowerment Through Sobriety
  • 36:22 Strategies for Navigating Alcohol-Free Vacations
  • 37:59 Reframing FOMO to JOMO
  • 40:56 Visualization and Planning for Sober Travel
  • 45:01 Setting Boundaries and Communicating with Travel Companions
  • 49:02 The Importance of Alcohol-Free Communities


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About the Podcast

Transform With Travel: Trip Planning Made Easy For Busy Professionals Craving Bucket List Adventures
Are you sitting behind your desk craving an adventure to make you feel alive again? But with thousands of travel options out there, where do you begin?

Transform With Travel is designed for busy professionals who want more bucket lists trips that reignite adventure, go beneath the surface and feel unique to you WITHOUT the overwhelm of planning, the endless midnight scroll and the crowded tourist traps.

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Kelly Tolliday

Kelly is the Founder of Transform With Travel, with over 11 years in the travel industry. She's a Wellness Travel Expert, Retreat Facilitator, Travel Advisor & Podcast Host.

She's also a 500-Hr Registered Yoga Teacher & an Accredited Continued Education Provider for the Yoga Industry.

She's traveled to over 45 countries and lived across 4 continents. Now, it's her mission to inspire and support you in stepping outside of your comfort zone and into the life of your dreams.

She's passionate about immersive and transformational travel. She believe when you travel with intention, by combining wellness, adventure & cultural enrichment, you can truly transform your life, one trip at a time.

She's now based in South Florida, and she's married to her husband Sam with 2 beautiful daughters & 2 crazy dogs.