Episode 60

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21st Jan 2025

060: Can Travel Help You Live Longer? The Scientific Link Between Travel and Longevity

In this episode of Transform With Travel, we dive deep into the fascinating research behind how travel can help you live a longer, healthier life. We dive deep into the research from Ms. Fangli Hu, a researcher from Edith Cowan University (ECU), sharing groundbreaking findings on the benefits of travel and how it impacts longevity and overall well-being.

From reducing stress and promoting mental wellness to enhancing social connections and broadening perspectives, Ms. Hu's research sheds light on why taking time to explore the world isn’t just a luxury—it’s essential for a long, fulfilling life. 

Join us as we discuss the key takeaways from the study, the science behind the travel-health connection, and actionable tips on how you can incorporate more travel into your life for better physical and mental health.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • The key findings from ECU University's research on travel and longevity
  • How travel can reduce stress, improve mental health, and boost your overall well-being
  • Why travel is linked to longevity and a higher quality of life
  • How to incorporate travel into your 2025 goals


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About the Podcast

Transform With Travel
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Welcome to the Transform with Travel Podcast, where we share stories of personal transformation and life lessons through our experiences of traveling and exploring the world. We believe travel has the power to transform your life, one trip at a time. So we bring on every day adventurers to tell their stories of inspiration, as well as Industry Experts to enhance and optimize your travels. I’m your host - Kelly Tolliday, Founder of Transform With Travel - and it’s my mission to inspire you to live life to its fullest, travel with an open-mind & Heart, and let the world show you a new perspective.

About your host

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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.