In this milestone episode, I reflect on a trip that should have been about adventure, culture, and connection—but instead, drinking took center stage. Back when I was between jobs, I traveled to visit friends in Granada, Spain. From drinking at the airport to getting drunk while waiting for a delayed train, and then keeping the party going once we arrived, alcohol became the main attraction rather than the stunning beauty of Granada itself.

Sure, we had fun—but how much of that fun was real, and how much was just numbing the experience? Looking back, I see how much of the trip was a blur and how I prioritized drinking over truly being present. In this episode, I break down what that trip meant to me then, what it means to me now, and how my perspective on travel (and life) has completely changed since quitting drinking.

Tune in for a deep dive into the contrast between travel fueled by alcohol and the joy of fully experiencing a place with clarity and presence.