From all-inclusive resorts to backstreet cafés, from packed itineraries to spontaneous detours, let's discuss some experiences and philosophies. Whether you crave comfort or chase connection, this episode may challenge how you perceive your journeys — and maybe even change how you pack for your next one. In this introspective episode, we explore what separates the casual vacationer from the curious explorer. Join us as we delve into a modern day travel debate — "Are you a tourist or a traveler"?
Edinburgh is a moody city of mist and history with dark alleys called "closes" that beckon for exploration. We only had a few days here, but still have some great recommendations to pass along as we made the most of this vibey town!
In part 2 of our grand Egyptian adventure, we will share details of our incredible cruise down the mighty Nile including stops at temples, tombs and an unforgettable face-to-face experience with King Tut himself!
Egypt, the exotic land of the pharaohs, ancient temples, hieroglyphics and pyramids! In part one, (of two episodes) we will talk about our adventures in Cairo, and share some very important tips to help make your trip to Egypt safe and successful.
A Caribbean paradise where the lush emerald rainforest meets the world’s second largest barrier reef. Adventure opportunities abound with hiking, snorkeling and their renowned scuba diving! Perhaps you should mix yourself up a Monkey Lala and have a listen!
Let's discuss this often overwhelming, archeological wonder. We share our experiences exploring the ruins and delve into some of its unique history. Top that all off with some simple tips that will hopefully make your visit there more pleasurable.
Join us as we discuss our recent trip to the fairytale-like country of San Marino. It may be a small, but it has loomed large on our bucket list for years!
We just spent over a month in Italy. So, thought it would be fun to share some of our "do's and don'ts" for traveling to Italy.
Fulfilling our dream of living like a local in Italy while pet sitting! Pet or house sitting is a great way to stretch vacation dollars and to have a more low-key and authentic experience. Listen as we explain how we found a two-week pet sit near Naples and describe what our experience was like!
A bucket list concert brings us to Italy in the year of the Jubilee! We find a two week pet sitting opportunity to live like a local and offset costs, but not before enjoying a couple nights and fun tours in Rome and a royal retreat in Perugia!
Today, we talk about playing the points game. Using credit cards to receive points and perks that can be used BIG TIME in your travels for hotels, car rentals and airfare and more! We also give new insight as to who we are and why we are doing this podcast. (Also, this is the first podcast we recorded with video, so if you are interested, please watch, like and comment on our YouTube channel @MeAndHerTravel). Thank you for listening, we hope you enjoy!
We welcome our friends, Brian and Janet, to the podcast to share their love of Costa Rica and their experience buying property in Playa Grande, Costa Rica!
We reveal some life changing news and discuss our very spur of the moment trip to Costa Rica including the beachside town of Tamarindo and the Monteverde Cloud Forest Region.
In Spain to visit our daughter during her GAP Year (Ep10). In this episode, we visit Barcelona and we discuss some of the famous sites (Sagrada Familia), but also share some stories of places that you might never have heard of before!
We will discuss the advantages of high school graduates taking a gap year. Enjoy an interview with Raina and Maxime, who took a year long, educational, gap year around the world with Education First, (EF.)
Visit our website Show Notes to learn more and also get a link to EF for a discount at: https://www.meandhertravel.com/shownotes/ep10-got-kids-lets-talk-about-gap-years
How we enjoyed a week in London to see an NFL football game with old friends that we met on a trip to Mexico 14 years prior! We also share some fun stories and things to do off the beaten path!
A work trip brings us to Santa Fe, but we took advantage of some extra time to do some fun things including some art classes and a hot air balloon ride!
Our BONUS Paris episode about our top five favorites from Paris and some quirky tidbits from along the way
All things Olympics! In this episode, we discuss the expectations and fears of a big trip like this, we offer planning strategies and share our experiences at the Vancouver 2010 Winter and the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics.
In this episode we touch on: Pont du Gard, Arles, Lavender Fields, Gordes, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, Verdon Gorge, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Italian Passport Benefits