We have recorded several episodes on cruises and many are huge fans of ocean cruising. However, there is another cruise option out there that is considered one of the fastest growing industry segments out there: River Cruising! The ships are smaller, the ports are more intimate, and the whole experience is far more inclusive. Recently, Elizabeth […]
Travel is about making memories that last a lifetime and broadening your world view and your perspective. One thing that pretty much everyone does on vacation is buy souvenirs. Some of us have a “go to” item that we have to buy on every trip, thereby building a sort of memory collection to display and […]
Right now, all of us are in the midst of the holiday bustle. Which is to say, we are all right at that point when we wonder why we do this every year and why can’t we all just go to the beach for a week?! So we thought this would be a good time to talk […]
Thousands of islands make up the Caribbean Island region. Antigua and Barbuda have 37 of them! Aimee recently visited Sandals in Antigua and we are excited to talk to her about her experiences both at the resort and on the island. Do YOU know how to pronounce the name of this island paradise? Which resorts, […]
Ho! Ho! Ho! We talk about Walt Disney World a lot on this podcast, but this week, we wanted to talk about this wonderful place at the “Most Wonderful Time of the Year…” (no, not the Food and Wine Festival!) – the winter holidays. If you love Holiday Traditions you will not be disappointed! From the […]
Cruising is a wonderful vacation option, as it allows you to unpack once and travel all over a given area of the world. Your food and entertainment is included (with some exceptions) and some drinks are included (with some exceptions). Shore excursions are rarely included. But sometimes you like to know that everything is all […]
Oh, that City by the Bay! Welcome special guest Linda! We mentioned last week that Linda currently lives in San Francisco. Apart from a three year stint in Hong Kong, Linda has been a resident of San Francisco since the summer of 2000, she has truly come to love the city. What better way to […]
Tourism is growing exponentially all over Asia, but many Americans are still a bit intimidated by the customs, food, and even the place names in this beautiful area of the world. So this week, we asked Linda if she would share her experience and knowledge of China, Hong Kong, Japan and Southeast Asia with us […]
We are very excited to talk to Outlander agent Aimee tonight about her recent visit to Sandals Emerald Bay, in Exuma, Bahamas. This all-inclusive property is a real gem as it is a bit off the beaten path but it is surrounded by beautiful Bahamian waters and great golf and water sport options. Listen in […]
Way back in our third episode when we were mere babes in arms… we talked about the Norwegian Getaway. Elizabeth had been fortunate enough to be on board for one of her pre-inaugural sailings when she was fresh off the shipyard and shared that experience then. Now the Getaway has been sailing for well over a year […]
We book trips for a lot of families of all shapes and sizes. Whether you have one kid or six, travel presents some challenges that you might not experience when traveling with only adults. Although travel is exciting and varied, there are also some slow lulls in the process. Tonight, we thought we would share […]
We are so excited to have reached fifty episodes and we wanted to do something really special for this landmark occasion. We often talk about the “bucket list…” quite literally, “Things I want to do before I kick the bucket.” Perhaps a bit morbid, but we all truly believe that life is short and you […]
If you’re a long time listener, you might remember Episodes 10 & 21 when we discussed the great state of Alaska and sat down and talked with Anchorage local Amy Newman. Sandy recently returned from her trip where she was a guest of Visit Anchorage, the local tourism board. She packed a lot of activities […]
Malta (officially the Republic of Malta) is located in the Mediterranean, about 50 miles south of Italy and 176 miles east of Tunisia. It is a small island nation of about 450,000 people with a booming tourism industry that serves as a primary force in the nation’s economy. Yet many Americans only know of Malta […]
This week, we are taking on the important and fascinating topic of Travel Protection! You might call it travel insurance, trip coverage, or some other variation, but at it’s core, it is an insurance policy specifically designed to protect your vacation. It may seem a bit dry, but before you skip this podcast, please give […]
Like Linus and his blanket…each traveler has something that is essential to make a trip comfortable. We’re talking about the ESSENTIAL non-essential item that we take on various vacation types with us that is a must pack item. From Pepsi to…lipstick, it’s something that you don’t NEED, but having it makes your vacation so much better, […]
Adventures by Disney is a high-end escorted tour company. Although “Disney” is in the name, the only real indication you get of Disney is in the high quality of the tours and experiences you have on your adventure. These tours are made for families and no, Mickey does not appear at any time during your […]
All the planning, discussion and excitement leading up to your trip is good for your soul! Research shows that a great deal of the benefit we get from vacations comes from the anticipation of the vacation. But what about coming back home again? How do you get the most benefit from your vacation and avoid the […]
If you have taken a cruise before, you know that one of the best things about it is your hotel takes you to many different destinations during your time on board! This is a great way to get a taste of several different islands or cities so you can determine which ones you want to […]
Hilton Head Island is the second largest barrier island on the East Coast of the USA, at the southernmost tip of South Carolina just before you cross into Savannah, Georgia. It’s a lush, green, natural state island, rich in history, and offers 20+ world-class gold courses, exemplary dining with 150+ non-chain restaurants, 100+ miles of bike trails, 12 […]
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When we aren’t traveling, we love to read books that transport us to new and unique places. And who knows? Your next read might inspire your next trip!
