Choose to be Curious Ep. #234: Tips for Wanderers, with Andréa Seiger
Jun 6, 2024
Join Andréa Seiger, the adventurous founder of Urban Safari and author of '111 Places in Washington that you must not miss.' She shares fascinating travel tips for wandering souls, revealing why graveyards and bus stops can be treasure troves of stories. You'll learn to engage with your surroundings, embrace spontaneous urban explorations, and discover the hidden narratives in familiar places. Plus, she emphasizes the joys of mindful exploration, encouraging curiosity to transform your everyday adventures into extraordinary experiences.
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Use Open Doors and Color Signals
- Walk through open gates or doors instantly to discover hidden places.
- Look for color, ornamentation, and architectural details that catch your eye to spark curiosity.
Talking Into Rio Carnival Band Pit
- Andréa and her mom talked their way into the Rio Carnival band pit without tickets.
- They enjoyed an up-close experience with 2000 drums, showing curiosity gains access.
Start Talking at Bus Stops
- Start conversations with strangers at bus stops using simple topics like delays.
- Notices like buttons can be invitations to engage and spark interesting chats.
