Best Trip Hacks DC Podcasts (2024)

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Visit Arizona: Where to Stay in Phoenix/Scottsdale Using Points! 31:25

1h ago31:25

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Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using points and miles and we share how we leverage credit card welcome offers to earn a ton of points/miles so we can afford travel as a larger family Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 Click here to apply for the Chase Sapphire Cards - we use these points to book…

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Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort - Review from a Family of 5! 45:04

4d ago45:04

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GIVEAWAY WINNER HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED AND NOTIFIED! Thank you all for the reviews, we appreciate it so so much. In today's episode we are sharing all the details of our Labor Day road trip to Huntington Beach, California! Our family stayed at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach for the first time on this trip. It's a category six hotel beloved by the p…

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Family Travel Q&A - How to know when your kids will appreciate a trip? And MORE! 37:21

11d ago37:21

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Flytographer referral link - you can use our link to save $25 off your first booking! Thank you in advance for supporting our free content <3 This is the tripod we have for our cell phones - comes with a bluetooth shutter. Q&A Style episode today! We are answering questions like - What types of rooms do we book to make one hotel room work for a fam…

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Shopping Portals: How to Earn a TON of Points Without Opening More Credit Cards! 38:56

18d ago38:56

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Our Rakuten Referral Link - Use our link for an extra 10% cashback on top of current rates until 9/30/2024! Curious how to earn more points without opening yet another credit card? In our opinion, this is the best way to earn a lot of points, besides opening yet another credit card. ENTER: Shopping Portals! This is a full beginner's guide to shoppi…

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Can You Rent a Car using Points? Our Best Tips for Affordable Car Rentals (& A GIVEAWAY!) 27:56

25d ago27:56

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Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 **GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED** Details were: Giveaway ENDS 9/7/24! We raffled off ONE $50 gift card of your choosing (must be able to be sent via email). Ideas: Starbucks, Target, Southwest, Walmart, you name it. FOR A CHANCE TO WIN: Leave us a review on itunes, screenshot your review and email it to us at travelparty…

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Kimpton Seafire: Couples Trip to Grand Cayman using Points! 36:20

1M ago36:20

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Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using points and miles and we share how we leverage credit card offers to earn a ton of points/miles so we can afford travel as a larger family. Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 Click here to apply for our favorite points - we used these points to book our flight…

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Air France Business Class Review (& Why We Recommend AF for Families!) 28:34

2M ago28:34

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Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using points and miles and we share how we leverage credit card offers to earn a ton of points/miles so we can afford travel as a larger family. Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 Click here to apply for our favorite points - we used these points to book our flight…

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Our Points & Miles Toolbox - How We Manage 20+ Credit Cards! 20:09

2M ago20:09

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Cardpointers MaxRewards Travel Freely Rocket Money Max My Point Point.me PointsYeah.com Ever felt overwhelmed by the world of credit card points and miles? Me too! It can be A LOT. Fortunately we've found some apps to help us manage this hobby and they've really made it super easy. This episode is all about getting yourself organized in the world o…

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Road Trip Tips - Your Guide to Roadtripping with Kids! 26:58

2M ago26:58

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All of our favorite cards and links are here: https://beacons.ai/travelpartyof5 We think road trips are the EASIEST way to get started using points and miles!!! It's so low risk and can have big rewards. If you've ever wondered how to make family road trips less stressful and more fun, this is for you. We're giving you all of our best tips for road…

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Family Trip to Yellowstone: The Road Trip That Isn't Happening (yet) 28:15

2M ago28:15

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Click here to apply for the Chase Sapphire Cards we refer to in this episode - we used these points to book all our Hyatt hotels. And if you've already got one of the Chase Sapphire cards, you'll want to apply for these business cards, linked here. All other best cards (including the Capital One Venture and Venture X cards which you can use to eras…

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Phoenix to San Diego for July 4th (Family Road Trip on Points!) 36:30

2M ago36:30

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Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using points and miles (often called travel hacking) and we share how we leverage credit card offers to earn a ton of points/miles so we can afford to travel more with all five of us. Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 Click here to apply for the Chase Sapphire Car…

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Scottsdale Staycation (On Points and Miles!) 25:29

3M ago25:29

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Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using points and miles and we share how we leverage credit card offers to earn a ton of points/miles so we can afford travel as a larger family. Click here to apply for the Chase Sapphire Cards we refer to in this episode - we use…

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3 Days in Paris on Points and Miles 39:27

3M ago39:27

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Credit Cards we recommend Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using points and miles and we share how we leverage credit card offers to earn a ton of points/miles so we can afford travel as a larger family. Want to use credit card points and miles to visit Paris?!?!…

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The Amalfi Coast & Luxury Beach Clubs: 3 Days in Sorrento, Italy 35:42

3M ago35:42

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Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using points and miles (often called travel hacking) and we share how we leverage new credit card offers to earn a lot of points and miles so we can afford travel as a larger family. Follow us on Instagram @TravelPartyof5 Click here to apply for the Chase Sapphire Card…

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Vespa Mishaps and Wine Tours: 3 Days in Florence, Italy using Credit Card Points! 55:24

3M ago55:24

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Thanks for finding our podcast! We are a family of 5 who does most of our travel using points and miles (often called travel hacking) and we share how we leverage credit card offers to earn a ton of points/miles so we can afford travel as a larger family. Vespa Tour we did (or tried to do?) Tuscany Chianti Wine Tour - the incredible wine tour we ta…

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Fun Restaurants and a Cool Hotel in Portand Oregon 32:07

4M ago32:07

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In this episode of Travel Party of 5, we dive into the vibrant and diverse food scene of Portland, Oregon. Join us as we explore one of the coolest hotels in Portland, Oregon, starting with the stylish Hyatt Centric. This hotel offered a fantastic experience, even allowing me to check off another brand from my Hyatt bingo card. Situated in the hear…

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Who Can Apply for Business Credit Cards? 18:34

4M ago18:34

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In this episode, we dive into the world of business credit cards and explore who can qualify for them. You'll learn that you don’t need a big company to apply; even small side hustles can qualify you for a business credit card. We’ll cover the basic requirements, such as what qualifies as a business and what information you need to provide during t…

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How to Save THOUSANDS on Your Next Disney World Orlando Trip 25:44

4M ago25:44

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Instagram for Travel Party of 5 - FOLLOW US! The card we mentioned with the elevated offer is this one. You can earn 75,000 bonus points with either Chase Sapphire® card: https://www.referyourchasecard.com/19n/NHJ5ONBRRS In 2021 we legitimately spent $10,000 on a trip to Disney World. This was before we started seriously using points and miles, and…

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Are Hyatt Points Worth It? 22:26

4M ago22:26

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Instagram for Travel Party of 5 - FOLLOW US! In todays episode we are sharing ALL THINGS HYATT! World of Hyatt is our favorite hotel rewards program and in this episode you'll hear all the reasons why (there are quite a few!) From all the ways you can earn Hyatt points, plus how you can earn Hyatt free nights and other fun perks and upgrades. Tune …

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Are Hilton Honors Points Worth It? 13:10

5M ago13:10

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Instagram page for Travel Party of 5 - FOLLOW US! Today we're diving into the benefits of the Hilton Honors rewards program. If Hilton is your hotel of choice, learn how to make the most of your travels by pairing the right credit cards with Hilton Honors, earning points for every purchase. We'll share top credit card picks that seamlessly integrat…

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Are Marriott Points Worth it? 18:15

5M ago18:15

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This is the All Inclusive African Safari bookable by points that we mention in this episode: JW Marriott Masai Mara LodgeBy Raya & Duane

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Are IHG Points Worth it? 26:16

5M ago26:16

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This episode is part 1 of a 4 part series covering the 4 major hotel rewards programs. This episode is all about IHG, including- How IHG points work, should you buy IHG points, how to keep them from expiring, and more. Links mentioned in the episode: https://www.ihg.com/explore/national-parks The IHG card that we have currently is the premier perso…

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Can Families Sit Together on Southwest? 20:02

5M ago20:02

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These are a few of our favorite cards. The points can be transferred from Chase to Southwest to book flights! Chase Ink Business Cards - we have all 4 of these cards Chase Sapphire Preferred / Chase Sapphire Reserve This is our favorite Hyatt card for Hyatt stays: World of Hyatt Chase Business Card The script we used to message Southwest to get our…

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How Opening 10+ Credit Cards Last Year Affected Our Credit Scores 19:20

5M ago19:20

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Just a few of our favorite cards (we save most of these for Hyatt stays!) Chase Ink Business Cards - we have all 4 of these cards Chase Sapphire Preferred / Chase Sapphire Reserve World of Hyatt Chase Business Card https://www.experianboost.com is our favorite way to check our scores for free (NOT SPONSORED OR AFFILIATED!)…

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Costa Rica Adventures Part 2: La Fortuna 33:11

6M ago33:11

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Part 2 of our Costa Rica Adventures! We share info about renting a car in Costa Rica, the second AirBnB we stayed at and the activities we did (links below). Chase Ink Business Cards - we have all 4 of these cards Chase Sapphire Preferred / Chase Sapphire Reserve World of Hyatt Chase Business Card AirBnB in La Fortuna - stay at the base of a volcan…

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Costa Rica Adventures Part 1: Manuel Antonio 38:14

6M ago38:14

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Listen in to hear how we travel hacked flights to Costa Rica for our family of 5. We also share the AirBnB we stayed in and the tours we did (links below). Chase Ink Business Cards - we have all 4 of these cards Chase Sapphire Preferred / Chase Sapphire Reserve World of Hyatt Chase Business Card The AirBnB in Manuel Antonio/Quepos Mauro Beach and W…

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What you Need to Know Before Flying with Kids 28:00

6M ago28:00

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We've been taking kids on airplanes for the last ten years and we've practically got it down to a science. Tune in to this episode for our best tips and tricks for flying with kids to make your family's next flight as smooth and enjoyable as possible.By Raya & Duane

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Flagstaff, AZ: Skiing/Snowboarding for Beginners (Without a Lesson?!) 24:07

6M ago24:07

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These are the cards we have that earn us Chase Ultimate Rewards points and Hyatt points- Chase Ink Business Cards - we have all 4 of these cards Chase Sapphire Preferred / Chase Sapphire Reserve World of Hyatt Chase Business Card In this episode we share our experience visiting the Arizona Snowbowl. While it was only our second time ever skiing/sno…

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Christmas in the City: A Family Adventure in NYC with Kids 24:14

7M ago24:14

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The cards we open to get points to transfer to Hyatt hotels to stay for $0 a night: Chase Ink Business Cards - we have all 4 of these cards Chase Sapphire Preferred / Chase Sapphire Reserve World of Hyatt Chase Business Card In this episode we share our experience in New York City during the most festive time of the year. Join us as we navigate the…

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Touristy Things to do in San Francisco in one Weekend 27:48

7M ago27:48

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Here are links to the cards we use to earn points to book hotels like the Hyatt Regency San Francisco or the Hotel Kabuki, both mentioned in this episode: Chase Ink Business Cards - we have all 4 of these cards Chase Sapphire Preferred / Chase Sapphire Reserve (best place to start if you're new!) World of Hyatt Chase Business Card In this episode w…

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Mishaps and Serendipity - Travel isn't always Glamorous 30:30

7M ago30:30

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Instagram - @travel_partyof5 Everyone likes to share how amazing it is to travel but the reality, especially if traveling with kids, is often far from it. From backseat meltdowns to the serendipitous encounters that make it all worthwhile, we are sharing some stories that every parent can relate to but seldom hears in glossy travel brochures. We al…

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Best Hotels for Families in San Diego/Southern California (Hyatt's Version) 35:04

7M ago35:04

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In this episode we are sharing all of our favorite Hyatts we've visited in San Diego, Oceanside, and Newport Beach. We are such big fans of Hyatt because of their incredible point redemptions compared to other hotel chains. We book all of our Hyatt stays using Chase Ultimate Reward points transferred directly to Hyatt. Here are some of our favorite…

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Can I Travel to Maui Now? 1:04:20

8M ago1:04:20

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In this episode we are sharing all the details of our trip to Maui in March of 2023. Unfortunately in early August 2023, a series of wildfires broke out on the island of Maui. The wind-driven fires prompted evacuations, caused widespread damage, killing at least 100 people and leaving four persons missing in the town of Lahaina on Maui's northwest …

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Travel Hacking Q&A for Beginners - Will This Hurt my Credit Score? Plus Our Trip Planning Strategies! 39:48

8M ago39:48

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In this episode, we dive into the questions we are most frequently asked about travel hacking. Ever wondered why more people aren't doing this? Worried about your credit? We've got the answers. We cover questions like- What to do if you get denied for a credit card? What if your credit score is too low? Will this ruin my credit? How far ahead do I …

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Fun Things to do for Couples in NYC 47:36

8M ago47:36

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Join us as we share all about our recent kid-free getaway (and leveraged our Southwest Companion Pass) for a fun stay at the luxurious Beekman (A Thompson Hotel by Hyatt) in NYC. Indulge your taste buds with us as we explore iconic NYC eateries, including Los Tacos No. 1, VanLeeuwen Ice Cream, Joe's Pizza, Maison Pickle, Butter, and Essa Bagels. Fr…

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Credit Cards with Lounge Access: A Beginner's Guide to Airport Lounges 36:15

8M ago36:15

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In this episode we share the exact credit cards we use that offer the coveted benefit of airport lounge access for our entire family of 5. This podcast is perfect for beginners, as we aim to demystify the process, clarify the advantages, and provide actionable steps to leverage cards such as the Chase Sapphire Reserve, Capital One Venture X, Americ…

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Our 2023 Travel Recap and 2024 Travel Goals 23:51

9M ago23:51

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Happy New Year! Join us as we do a quick overview of all the trips we took in 2023, the places we visited, the cards we opened to get there and the points we earned over the course of a year. We also share our 2024 travel/status goals with lots of excitement for what's to come!By Raya & Duane

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Exploring D.C. in 48 Hours: Kid-Friendly Adventures and Must-See Spots 50:45

9M ago50:45

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Join us on an exciting family adventure through the nation's capital and beyond! In this podcast, we'll take you through the whirlwind journey of spending two action-packed days in Washington D.C. followed by two days in Harrisonburg, VA, with our kids. In Washington D.C., we'll delve into the heart of American history, exploring iconic landmarks, …

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5 First Steps to Kickstart Your Travel Hacking Journey 32:28

9M ago32:28

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In this episode, we break down the five crucial steps to kickstart your travel hacking journey. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a novice explorer, this podcast equips you with the knowledge to travel smarter, save money, and create unforgettable experiences. Tune in now and embark on a path to becoming a travel hacking pro. Your next adventur…

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Unlocking the Magic: How to Travel Hack Disneyland 42:52

9M ago42:52

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Join us in this episode as we dive into the ultimate guide for navigating Disneyland as a family of five! From how we essentially got our tickets and hotel for free, to strategic planning for rides and attractions, we explore the top travel hacks that make your Disneyland adventure memorable and stress-free. Discover how to streamline your visit, m…

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Flying Together: Maximizing the Southwest Companion Pass for Families of 5+ 32:05

10M ago32:05

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In this episode, we spotlight a game-changing travel benefit that we think is a must for families of 5 or more: the Southwest Companion Pass. Join us as we explore how strategic utilization of credit card points can help families unlock this incredible perk, allowing them to travel more affordably together. We offer tailored advice and insights on …

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Welcome to our Podcast! 14:16

10M ago14:16

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Every podcast has a pilot episode and this is ours - learn a bit about us and how we got into travel hacking!By Raya & Duane

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Mindful Slow Travel, Unique Stays Around The World, And Food Allergy Tips With Mollie Reese 1:30:29

1y ago1:30:29

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Mollie Reese is the founder and writer of Stay In Good Company, a podcast dedicated to mindful slow travel. Mollie traveled frequently for her job working long hours and never having the chance to enjoy a new destination. That's when Mollie decided to take a step back from the hustle and bustle of corporate life and set out on her own adventure. In…

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Volcano Tacos, Mindfulness Practices, and Saving Money On Flights With Chris Kretzer 39:33

1y ago39:33

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In this solo episode, I dive into a few topics that I think every traveler should hear. After years of travel with over 35 countries under my belt, I made my share of mistakes that affected my enjoyment of a trip but also may have caused problems for others around me. I begin talking about how "traveling" in your own city is just as fulfilling as t…

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Living In Belgium, Growing Up In Singapore, And Brunch In Australia With Blake Erik 1:20:42

1y ago1:20:42

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Blake Erik is the creator behind his website blakeerik.com where he writes about his life experiences, shares stories through photos, and expresses his creative side through online media. Growing up in Singapore, Blake was accustomed to one way of life and understanding the world through a singular lens. When he moved to Spain for college, he start…

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Delicious Paris, First Time European Travel, And Enjoying Every Moment With Renee Hannes 1:32:12

1y ago1:32:12

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Renee Hannes is the blogger behind Dream Plan Experience, a blog focused on niche European and Canadian travel. Her love for travel started when she solo traveled in Germany for three months when she was 17. Since then, Renee's passion for travel grew, taking her to new places all around the world. Renee started her blog in 2019, a side hustle turn…

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Eating In Tbilisi, Making Friends Abroad, And Discovering Venice With Joanne Senoren 1:19:11

1y ago1:19:11

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Joanne Senoren is the blogger behind Sees Food Will Travel, a blog dedicated to finding delicious food from around the world and recreating those dishes into simple to follow recipes. Being born in the Philippines and spending her formative years in Hawaii, Joanne experienced unique food cultures that would influence her passion for travel and love…

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Plus Size Travel, Eating in Oaxaca, and Enjoying South Africa With Dean and Julie 1:30:13

1+ y ago1:30:13

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Dean and Julie are the couple behind Two Fat Americans, a blog dedicated to showing amazing food around the world and tips for plus size travel. Dean and Julie's love of travel deepened after their first trip to Europe to celebrate their anniversary. Soon after their life changing trip, they decided to quit their jobs, sell their stuff and travel f…

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Picking The Perfect Restaurants, Food Scene In Washington D.C., And Impactful Food Moments With Kelci Reedy 1:23:49

1+ y ago1:23:49

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Kelci Reedy is the writer behind Foodish Ways, a Washington D.C. based blog that encourages readers to explore food in their own city. Kelci's fascination with traveling for food started when she attended college in NYC and was completely surrounded by every type of food imaginable. By exploring the city, Kelci grew a better understanding of hersel…

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Traveling Through Egypt, Growing Up In Louisiana, And Tips For Budget Travel With John Paul 1:26:00

1+ y ago1:26:00

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John Paul is the writer behind The Hangry Backpacker, a blog dedicated to budget friendly adventures with amazing food recommendations. Since he was a child, John Paul was fascinated and eager to learn about far off places. This fascination turned into an obsession, leading John Paul to his life changing solo backpacking trip to Europe. As he journ…

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