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Women’s Retreat
Enjoy a four-day bunk-bed adventure with canoes, campfires, and more — plus workshops and sessions with my personal coach, Dr. Deborah Ballard-Reisch, who will help us release the past and embrace the future with joy.
I’m sharing all my secrets
I’ll teach you how I visited more than 40 countries on a poverty-level income. Learn how to book cheap flights, find amazing lodging, and live your best life for less money than you probably imagine.
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If you thought world travel was only for wealthy folks — buckle up.
I’ve been traveling the world on a shoestring budget for years, and I love to share what I’ve learned. I hope I can inspire and teach you everything you need to know to make the world your playground.
~ Lauren Zehara Haas
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