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Chica Travel with Lelo

Join the curious explorer, Lelo Boyana, as she takes you on a journey like no other, chatting with fellow globetrotters and travel enthusiasts who are eager to share their invaluable tips and tricks for all things travel. This podcast is your golden ticket to a world of wanderlust, offering in-depth discussions on must-see destinations and a comprehensive guide on making the most of your travel experiences.

Whether you're a seasoned adventurer with countless stamps in your passport or a wide-eyed wanderer planning your first escapade, CHICA Travel is tailor-made to enrich every travel dream. Lelo brings you the best of both worlds—inspiring stories from those who have roamed far and wide, as well as practical advice for turning your travel aspirations into extraordinary realities.

Keep in touch on social media through @MsLeloB / @ChicaTravelPodcast or send an email to lelob@chicatravel.co.za
Weekly English South Africa Places & Travel
77 Episodes
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56. Susan Cherry on Rare Earth & Her Packing Advice

This week's episode is a conversation with Susan Cherry, who is the Head of Design at Cape Union Mart. Susan and I talk about her love affair with travel, sustainable travel, packing tips for your travel and she tells us all about the exciting new Rare Earth Collection, which is…
23 Nov 2022 40 min

55. The A to Z of Planning Your Trip To The Amalfi Coast

As promised, here's my take on the basics you need to know for your first time trip to the Amalfi Coast in Italy. This is the second and last episode of my Amalfi Coast series, until, of course, the next time. For now, do enjoy this solo episode and let…
19 Nov 2022 50 min

54. A Trip To The Amalfi Coast With Buhle

Ciao !! In this episode I connect with Buhle Ndlovu (@buhlendlovu_) and we reminisce about our recent trips to the oh-so fabulous Amalfi Coast in Italy. Buhle and I talk about the places we visited in Amalfi, the food, the people, and why you need to add this amazing destination…
8 Nov 2022 55 min

53. The Second Date with Neo in Tunisia

This new episode features a returning guest Neo Mokuene @black_tonystark and we chat all things Tunisia, as he lets us in his second date with his girlfriend, which took place recently. I hope you will enjoy the chat and I look forward to hearing your feedback. You can tweet @chicatravelpod…
28 Apr 2022 50 min

52. Planning Group Trips: Our Experience

This week on the show , my friend Lerato Moja (@lahvito) is back and we are talking about our experience planning and taking part in group travels. The money matters, getting commitment, choosing who to travel with , who gets to pick their room first and a lot more. I…
30 Nov 2021 1 hour

51. Around The World with Caitlyn Lubas

This week’s episode features Caitlyn Lubas, a 23-year-old travel content creator, entrepreneur and author of “You Are Where You Go: A Traveler’s Coming of Age Journey Through 70 Countries and 7 Continents During College! I hope you will enjoy it and look forward to hearing your feedback. You can tweet…
24 Nov 2021 37 min

50. Planning A Trip to Namibia with Kenneth Kapitako

This week’s episode is all about Namibia! I chat to one of Namibia’s best tour operators and owner of Sandwich Dune Tours & Safari (www.sandwichdunetours.com.na) about all you need to know when planning a trip to Namibia, highlights of what I got up to on my recent trip, plus we…
8 Nov 2021 48 min

49. Neo Mokuene Goes To Jordan (Baecation Edition)

This week’s episode features one of my favourite travellers, Neo Mokuene @black_tonystark and we talk all about his recent trip to Jordan. From getting around safely, to all the exciting things he got up to in Amman, Wadi Mujib, Dead Sea, Wadi Rum and more. Oh the best thing about…
19 Oct 2021 51 min

48. Lerato Talks About Her Dublin Experience

Hello again! Lerato Bambo & I continue with our conversation on her experiences living outside of SA & this time she’s sharing all about the 2 years she spent living in Dublin. In the episode, she gives you an idea of how much to budget for your, the best way…
16 Jul 2021 21 min

47. My Cape Solocation & Listener Questions

In this episode, I’m on the other side of the microphone and answer listener questions about my recent trip to the Western Cape, facilitated by my friend & fellow travel lover Lerato Moja (@lahvee) . Lerato and I chat about the places I visited, how I chose them, how much…
7 Apr 2021 56 min

46. Adventure Travels Around The World With Johan and Jana

This week on the show I am chatting to Cape Town based couple Johan (@a.whale.away) and Jana who share all about their travel adventures. Johan and Jana are budget travelers who went on an 18-month long honeymoon around the world and also spent 3 weeks cycling through Lesotho on bicycles…
24 Mar 2021 50 min

45. Traveling to Japan with Lalla Hirayama

This week I am in conversation with Lalla Hirayama about her mother’s homeland, Japan. Lalla was born in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa-Ken, Japan and moved to South Africa when she was 6 years old. At 13 she moved back to Japan but later returned to SA at 16. In this chat, Lalla…
8 Mar 2021 45 min

44. Lerato on Living in Bali

This week I am joined by Lerato Bambo (@leratolb) who has been working as a digital nomad for over 5 years, having lived in 4 different continents. Lerato runs a blog called lifefromabag.com and in there she shares everything you need to know about leaving south Africa to go live…
21 Feb 2021 46 min

43. Seeking Cabins with Anna and Tanya

This week on the show I am joined by Tanya and Anna, former flight attendants who are all about finding hidden gems in the quiet corners of South Africa and sharing them with the world. Together they call themselves @c_a_b_i_n_s_e_e_k_e_r_s ! I hope you enjoy this episode, and if you…
14 Feb 2021 40 min

42. A Trip Through Mpumalanga with Dineo Maduna

This week on the show I am joined by @Dineo_Zonke and we are talking all about her home province, Mpumalanga. From sharing tips for Budget Travelers, to where and how to find Mpumalanga’s majestic waterfalls and where to stay if you’re looking for luxury or just adventure, Dineo lays it…
7 Feb 2021 56 min

41. Senegal Solo Missions with Senzelwe

This week on the show I am chatting to @Senz_m about her recent solo trip to Senegal and she generously shares tips for visiting , what she got up to, how much she spent and everything she learned while exploring. Please share your feedback on this episode with me on…
24 Jan 2021 44 min

40. What You Need To Know If Traveling Out of SA

In this episode I chat to @tlalane about her recent trip to Zanzibar and how she prepared for it. We cover her research process, covid testing, travel insurance and protocols in Zanzibar, or rather the lack of. Please share your feedback on this episode with me on social media -…
17 Jan 2021 28 min

Trailer: New Episodes Coming !

Welcome to another season of CHICA Travel with Lelo. Tune into the first episode on 18 January 2021, with new episodes out every Monday. Twitter: @ChicaTravelPod Instagram: @ChicaTravelPodcast
14 Jan 2021 5 min

39. The Most Memorable Meal I’ve Had While Travelling

The Most Memorable Meal I’ve Had While Traveling This week on the show, I asked a few friends of the podcast about the most memorable meal they have had during their travels and these responses ranged from Maputo, Sevilla, Hoedspruit, Italy to Mexico so please give this episode and make…
30 Nov 2020 10 min
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