Episode 7: “Restrooms, Rhinos & Really Good Coffee” - The Dawns Discover SA !

What happens when two friends from the USA pack their bags and head to South Africa for the first time? Adventure, laughter, and a whole lot of culture shock!

In this episode of Curlers and Conversations, Kristina sits down with her two fabulous friends—Dawn and Dawn—who just spent two unforgettable weeks exploring South Africa. From safaris and street markets to unexpected encounters and eye-opening cultural differences, they share their honest (and often hilarious) reactions to life at the southern tip of Africa.

🎧 Inside this episode:
✔️ The Dawns’ Top 10 biggest surprises about South Africa
✔️ Funniest tourist moments and language mix-ups
✔️ How they adjusted to new customs, food, driving, and daily life
✔️ Their favorite experiences—and what they can’t stop talking about
✔️ Why they’re already dreaming of coming back!

This lighthearted travel chat is full of real stories, genuine reactions, and tons of laugh-out-loud moments. If you love travel, culture, and seeing the world through fresh eyes, this one’s for you.

✨ Grab your coffee and come along for the ride—you might just fall in love with South Africa too!

📌 Show Notes – Connect with the Dawns

🎧 Guests:
Meet this episode’s dynamic duo of travel, adventure, and laughs—Dawn Celapino and Dawn Barthels—as they share their real-time reactions and heartwarming moments from their South African journey!

🐾 Dawn Celapino – Fitness Trainer & Adventure Lover
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🌐 Website: leashyourfitness.com (if applicable)

🌿 Dawn Barthels – Wellness Advocate & Essential Oils Educator
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📸 Instagram: @dawns_oil_den
📘 Facebook: Dawn’s Oil Den (Public & Private Pages)
🔍 Search “Dawn’s Oil Den” on Facebook to request access to her private group and follow her public page for wellness tips and essential oil education.

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Kristina Foster —missionary wife for nearly 30 years, mom to two miracle girls she raised overseas, and a woman who’s figured out faith and life are a wild, unscripted ride.

Thru this podcast she is pulling back the curtain on her mission-field life and introducing you to her friends from all over the world along the way!

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