Ep. 15 – The 3-Year-Old Who Vanished in Portugal: Madeleine McCann
🛫 Destination: Praia da Luz, PortugalIn May 2007, three-year-old Madeleine McCann vanished from a holiday resort in Praia da Luz, Portugal, while her parents dined just meters away. What should have been a relaxing family vacation turned into one of the most haunting missing persons cases in modern history.Despite countless theories, worldwide media coverage, and a multimillion-dollar investigation spanning over a decade, Madeleine was never found. Suspects came and went, but no definitive answers emerged.Then, in recent years, shocking new evidence has surfaced—including a convicted predator with ties to the area. Could this finally be the break investigators have been waiting for?🔍 In This Episode, We Discuss:⚠️ How predictable routines can make you a target—and why switching things up is key.⚠️ The dangers of feeling “too safe” while traveling in familiar or resort settings.⚠️ The bizarre twists and conspiracy theories surrounding Madeleine’s case.👉 Support the show:buymeacoffee.com/sgtg📌 Bonus Content:Is this girl on Dr. Phil actually Madeleine McCann? Watch HereWatch the full 60 Minutes Interview with the German Prosecutor: Watch Here📷 Check out Emilia’s Photojournalism Projects: HolaEmilia.com or @__helloemilia on Instagram.Support the show💜 Don’t miss out on all things True Crime Travelers Instagram: @truecrimetravelers TikTok: @truecrimetravelers YouTube: @sologirlstravelguide Get episodes delivered to your inbox every week, join the TCT Newsletter > TrueCrimeTravelers.comGet Alexa's book, The One-Way Ticket Plan and check out the full collection of The Solo Girl's Travel Guide at www.Alexa-West.com Want to travel with us? www.Alexa-West.com/Glow-Up-Travel-Trips 💛 True Crime Travelers is hosted by Alexa West & Emilia Igartua. Connect with Alexa: www.alexa-west.com Connect with Emilia: www.holaemilia.comSafe travels!
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Ep. 14. Online Dating Turns Deadly in New Zealand | Grace Millane
🛫 Destination: Auckland, New ZealandGrace Millane, a 21-year-old British backpacker, embarked on a solo adventure of a lifetime right after graduating from University. Starting in South America, Grace then headed to Auckland, New Zealand, where, in December 2018, she connected with Jesse Kempson through a dating app. They went on a date to celebrate her upcoming birthday. Dinner, drinks…and then they both went back to his hotel. What looked like a successful date turned into a nightmare as days later Grace’s body showed up buried in a suitcase in a remote area outside the city. Grace’s case drew international attention, voicing safety concerns around female solo travel and online dating in general. 🔍 In This Episode, We Discuss: ⚠️ How solo travel doesn’t mean being alone or lonely.⚠️ How listening to your intuition can literally save your life. ⚠️ Safe practices for dating while traveling alone. Listen here: Support the show💜 Don’t miss out on all things True Crime Travelers Instagram: @truecrimetravelers TikTok: @truecrimetravelers YouTube: @sologirlstravelguide Get episodes delivered to your inbox every week, join the TCT Newsletter > TrueCrimeTravelers.comGet Alexa's book, The One-Way Ticket Plan and check out the full collection of The Solo Girl's Travel Guide at www.Alexa-West.com Want to travel with us? www.Alexa-West.com/Glow-Up-Travel-Trips 💛 True Crime Travelers is hosted by Alexa West & Emilia Igartua. Connect with Alexa: www.alexa-west.com Connect with Emilia: www.holaemilia.comSafe travels!
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Ep. 13 The Yoga Teacher Killer in Costa Rica: Kaitlin Armstrong
Destination: Santa Teresa, Costa RicaMoriah "Mo" Wilson, a rising star cycling star, was tragically murdered on May 11, 2022, in Austin, Texas. The 25-year-old was shot multiple times at a friend's home, by Kaitlin Armstrong, a woman involved in a love triangle with Moriah and Kaitlin’s boyfriend, Colin Strickland, a fellow cycling star.Moriah had been spending time with Strickland earlier that day, which reportedly fueled Kaitlin's jealous outburst. After the murder Kaitlin changed her appearance and fled the country to the digital nomad paradise of Santa Teresa, Costa Rica.🔍 In This Episode, We Discuss:⚠️ The importance not to share your live location all the time⚠️ How to share your location only with those you trust⚠️ How this love-triangle became a girl-on-girl crime⚠️ How no matter where you travel solo, you’ll never be truly alone!Support the show💜 Don’t miss out on all things True Crime Travelers Instagram: @truecrimetravelers TikTok: @truecrimetravelers YouTube: @sologirlstravelguide Get episodes delivered to your inbox every week, join the TCT Newsletter > TrueCrimeTravelers.comGet Alexa's book, The One-Way Ticket Plan and check out the full collection of The Solo Girl's Travel Guide at www.Alexa-West.com Want to travel with us? www.Alexa-West.com/Glow-Up-Travel-Trips 💛 True Crime Travelers is hosted by Alexa West & Emilia Igartua. Connect with Alexa: www.alexa-west.com Connect with Emilia: www.holaemilia.comSafe travels!
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Ep. 12 Mass Methanol Poisoning in Laos: Bianca Jones & Holly Bowles
Destination: Vang Vieng, Laos In this eye-opening episode, we investigate the tragic case of Australian tourists who suffered from methanol poisoning at a hotel in Laos. This shocking incident serves as a crucial reminder for travelers about the hidden dangers of alcohol consumption abroad. 🔍 In This Episode, We Discuss: ⚠️ The alarming details of the methanol poisoning incident ⚠️Understanding methanol: What travelers need to know ⚠️Essential travel safety tips for avoiding dangerous situations ⚠️How to choose safe hotels and make informed decisions while travelingSupport the show💜 Don’t miss out on all things True Crime Travelers Instagram: @truecrimetravelers TikTok: @truecrimetravelers YouTube: @sologirlstravelguide Get episodes delivered to your inbox every week, join the TCT Newsletter > TrueCrimeTravelers.comGet Alexa's book, The One-Way Ticket Plan and check out the full collection of The Solo Girl's Travel Guide at www.Alexa-West.com Want to travel with us? www.Alexa-West.com/Glow-Up-Travel-Trips 💛 True Crime Travelers is hosted by Alexa West & Emilia Igartua. Connect with Alexa: www.alexa-west.com Connect with Emilia: www.holaemilia.comSafe travels!
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Ep. 11 American Tourist Detained in North Korea: Otto Warmbier
Destination: Pyongyang, North Korea | On this episode of True Crime Travelers Podcast, we explore the shocking case of Otto Warmbier, an American traveler who was locked up abroad during a travel to North Korea, a prison sentence that eventually killed him. What happened to Otto Warmbier in North Korea? Investigate the case on the True Crime Travelers podcast here.Check out Emilia's Art here.Support the show💜 Don’t miss out on all things True Crime Travelers Instagram: @truecrimetravelers TikTok: @truecrimetravelers YouTube: @sologirlstravelguide Get episodes delivered to your inbox every week, join the TCT Newsletter > TrueCrimeTravelers.comGet Alexa's book, The One-Way Ticket Plan and check out the full collection of The Solo Girl's Travel Guide at www.Alexa-West.com Want to travel with us? www.Alexa-West.com/Glow-Up-Travel-Trips 💛 True Crime Travelers is hosted by Alexa West & Emilia Igartua. Connect with Alexa: www.alexa-west.com Connect with Emilia: www.holaemilia.comSafe travels!
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