Episode List

Episode 101: New York City

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Episode 101: New York City
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We’ve talked before about the iconic city of New York. If you’re a theater buff like a few of the Outlander agents & their families, Hamilton may have convinced you that it’s the Greatest City in the World! Well, it has a lot of competition, but it definitely ranks high on the list. Elizabeth and […]

Episode 100: What We’ve Learned in 100 Episodes

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Episode 100: What We’ve Learned in 100 Episodes
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We are beyond thrilled to be recording our 100th Episode! When we started recording this back in 2014 we weren’t sure how we’d keep coming up with new travel topics, but it turns out that new things are coming out all the time! From exciting itineraries, to world events, to bucket list trips, there is […]

Episode 99: The Great Roller Coaster Challenge

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Episode 99: The Great Roller Coaster Challenge
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We are joined this week by our friend George Taylor. George has been a self-professed Disney nerd since since long before he started his own website in 2007. He’s been writing about Disney and other theme parks at Imaginerding since 2007. He’s also one-half of the awkwardly handsome duo that is Communicore Weekly, a podcast […]

Episode 98: Where to Travel for the Holidays

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Episode 98: Where to Travel for the Holidays
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The kids are back to school and it’s time to start thinking about the next big break! What are you doing for the holidays? Believe it or not, it’s not too early to start planning. Actually, a lot of popular places are getting pretty full by now. So what are some options for people who don’t […]

Episode 97: What’s Hot for Honeymoons

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Episode 97: What’s Hot for Honeymoons
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As travel professionals, we like to think that we have pretty good insight into what’s trending with travel. One of our favorite trips to help plan is honeymoons! Weddings can be stressful, but couples look forward to getting away from it all and relaxing by themselves after the big day. There are lots of options […]

Episode 96: Revisiting Sandals in Jamaica

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Episode 96: Revisiting Sandals in Jamaica
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Sandals resorts are the ultimate in luxury all-inclusive vacations. Perfect for honeymoons, anniversaries, or just a romantic getaway, they offer couples retreats, excellent accommodations, a variety of included activities, and gourmet dining. Way back in Episode 8 we gave you an overview of all of the Jamaican resorts that Aimee, Sandy and Elizabeth had recently visited. Well, […]

Episode 95: Cruising the Dominican Republic with Fathom

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Episode 95: Cruising the Dominican Republic with Fathom
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Last week we touched on Lindsay’s Fathom trip to Cuba. This week we wanted to delve a little deeper into what impact travel really means and how you can be a part of it. She was lucky enough to reboard the Fathom Adonia for a week long trip to the Dominican Republic. We want to […]

Episode 94: Cuba

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Episode 94: Cuba
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One of the most exciting travel developments of the past year has been the US re-opening travel to Cuba after 50 years. There are still certain restrictions and criteria you have to meet, but most people agree that this is an exciting time to go. Lindsay was recently able to cross this off her bucket […]

Episode 93: Adventures by Disney – Central Europe

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Episode 93: Adventures by Disney – Central Europe
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This week we are excited to welcome Lily Mendoza to the show, our Disney Destinations Representative. We’re huge fans of Adventures by Disney on this podcast. In Episode 79 we took you into Central America to visit Costa Rica, and way back in Episode 45 we talked to some clients who had just experienced the castles […]

Episode 92: Disney’s Aulani and O’ahu

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Episode 92: Disney’s Aulani and O’ahu
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This week we are excited to welcome Lily Mendoza to the show. Disney’s Aulani Resort is located on the island of O’ahu. It opened in 2011 and showcases the Hawaiian culture and beauty while throwing in what we like to call the “Disney difference”. Lily is here to help us paint a picture for you of […]

Episode 91: Amsterdam

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Episode 91: Amsterdam
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Amsterdam is the capital city of the Netherlands. The name of the city comes from its origin story: as a dam on the Amstel river. Known for diamonds, museums, its key roles in both World Wars, it’s beautiful canals and architecture, and of course for its party scene. It has one of the world’s best […]

Episode 90: Isla Mujeres

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Episode 90: Isla Mujeres
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Isla Mujeres is a 20 minute high speed ferry ride from Cancun, but a million miles removed from Cancun’s urban scene.  The island in the Caribbean Sea is less than 5 miles long with 15,000 inhabitants, and features beaches, as well as a dramatic and rocky coast line (depending on what side of the island […]

Episode 89: Colorado in Summer

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Back in Episode 39 we filled you in on all of the different ski options that Colorado has to offer. Well, we would be remiss if we didn’t take you back to this awesome state in summer and share some other must-do experiences. Home to Pike’s Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, and the Garden of […]

Episode 88: Introducing Laura Lanier & Traveling with Special Needs

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Episode 88: Introducing Laura Lanier & Traveling with Special Needs
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We are very excited to introduce the newest addition to the Outlander team: Laura Moog Lanier! Laura is just learning the sales side of the travel business, but she has years of experience related to her specialty: traveling with special needs. Join us as we talk about the exciting changes in the industry in regards […]

Episode 87: Traveling Through Reading and Reading to Travel

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Episode 87: Traveling Through Reading and Reading to Travel
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This week Outlander Travel is embracing it’s literary roots. You may remember me referring to my “previous life” as a librarian. This week I’ve invited some of my literary-minded, librarian “squad” to discuss how books can inspire travel, and how we can help you create itineraries that allow you to visit some of your favorite […]

Episode 86: What’s Up with TSA?

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Episode 86: What’s Up with TSA?
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You may have noticed recent stories in the news about long lines at airports. I’m talking really really long lines! There were even reports in May of travelers having to spend the night at the airport in Chicago because flights were missed. So what’s up with TSA? This week we wanted to talk about some […]

Episode 85: Puerto Rico

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Episode 85: Puerto Rico
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Puerto Rico is an attractive destination to US travelers because you don’t need a passport to travel there. A US territory, it uses the US Dollar and English is spoken everywhere. This island has something to offer everyone: white sand beaches, rainforest, coffee plantations, eco tourism, and water sports, just to name a few! Lindsay […]

Episode 84: Cabo San Lucas

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Episode 84: Cabo San Lucas
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Cabo San Lucas is at the southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula.  Known for beaches, scuba, the sea arch ( El Arco de Cabo San Lucas), marine life, game fishing, and golf, it’s also a great place to watch whales in winter months.  Aimee recently traveled there with her husband and stayed at the Hyatt Ziva. […]

Episode 83: Universal Studios Revisited 2016

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Episode 83: Universal Studios Revisited 2016
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Way back in Episode 4 we talked about Universal Studios and what was new back then. Well, the great thing about theme parks in Central Florida is that they’re always changing and adding new things. Plus – Episode 4? Really? I’m sure we’ve mentioned Universal since then, but we would be remiss if we didn’t […]

Episode 82: So You Want to be a Travel Agent?

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Episode 82: So You Want to be a Travel Agent?
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One of the things we hear a lot (especially when we are on a trip), is “I want your job!” Yes, we travel a lot, and yes, the locations are usually fun and picturesque. But is it all awesome all the time? Well of course nothing is, and when we come back home from a […]

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