Best Traveltips Podcasts (2025)

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Beyond the Trailhead: Long Distance Hiking in North America (JUMP 193 Part 1) 47:18

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What if the accident that nearly ended you became the spark that set your life on fire? A snowboarding crash left Jada “Flo” bedridden—until she turned recovery into an 800-mile trek across Arizona that launched her into the world of long-distance trails. In this episode, we trace her journey from deserts to the Canadian Rockies and the lessons she…

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Wisconsin Dells: Beyond the Waterparks + Family Vacation Fun 30:28

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Wisconsin Dells with Kids: Beyond the Waterparks Ready to plan a Wisconsin Dells trip that isn’t just slides and splash pads? In this episode, I’m sharing family-friendly ideas that go beyond the waterparks—think scenic hikes, slot canyons, animal encounters, historic stops, and cozy kid-approved eats. Resources Instagram Reel (Travel Guide): https…

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5 Things We Wish We Did Differently In Japan + 5 Things We're Glad We Did Do While Visiting Japan 36:24

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After spending 2 weeks in Japan, we certainly learned a lot! And after reflecting upon our trip to Japan, we have 5 things we wish we would’ve done differently while in Japan, but also 5 things we are glad we did do in Japan. From Japan travel regrets like not visiting Uji to being glad we went to Okayama, this is what we are happy we did and thing…

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Exploring Austria with Kids — Kinderhotels, Hallstatt Charm, & The Sound of Music Tour 41:36

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Join us as we take you on a family adventure through some of Austria’s most enchanting experiences. In this episode, we dive into what makes a Kinderhotel in the Tyrolean Alps the ultimate stay for families, share tips for exploring the storybook town of Hallstatt with little ones, and relive magic on a “The Sound of Music” tour through Salzburg. I…

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Travel to Tokyo, Japan & the Best Things to Do in Tokyo for 2.5 Days 1:05:54

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We spent about 2.5 days in Tokyo during our recent trip to Japan. And for being the largest city in the world…we LOVED it! So let’s talk about some exciting must-sees, hidden gems, and even a really awesome thing to do in Tokyo: going to a baseball game! So check out where to stay in Tokyo, when to visit, the best things to do in Tokyo, where to ea…

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RAGBRAI Uncovered: Adventure, Festivals, and 20,000 Cyclists (JUMP 192) 44:41

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What if the biggest party on two wheels was happening in the middle of Iowa every summer—and you were invited? Cyclist Eric Whalen joins Jackie to share the magic of RAGBRAI, the week-long ride across the state that’s equal parts endurance, community, and carnival. From pies and slip-n-slides to costumes and late-night music, Eric reveals how this …

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24 Hours in London with Kids: Family-Friendly Itinerary Using the London Pass 34:20

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Only have one day in London with kids? In this episode of Travel with Kids, I share how our family made the most of 24 hours in the city with the London Pass. From the Tower of London and Tower Bridge to cruising the Thames on the Uber Boat, riding the London Eye, and exploring on the Big Bus Tour, I’ll walk you through a fun, family-friendly itine…

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Unique 2-Week Japan Itinerary For First Timers 57:40

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We’re back from Japan, and we’re breaking down our full 2-week Japan itinerary including stops in Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Okayama, Hiroshima, Miyajima, Naoshima, Himeji, Hakone, and then ending back in Tokyo for a baseball game! This was a fun and unique 14-day Japan itinerary for first timers that combined classic places you need to go at least once a…

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Facing Fears And Finding Resilience In Midlife: Long-Distance Walking With Zoe Langley-Wathen 46:52

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Have you ever considered a radical change to mark a new chapter in your life? What fears hold you back from taking on a huge challenge, like walking for weeks on your own? Zoe Langley-Wathen talks about conquering her fears on the 630-mile South West Coast Path, and how it led to an even bigger goal: to walk the entire coastline of Great Britain. Z…

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One Week in Germany with Kids: Romantic Road, Neuschwanstein Castle, and Bavarian Alps 🇩🇪 53:02

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Planning a family trip to Germany? In this episode, I’m sharing our one-week Germany itinerary with kids—complete with budget tips, hotel recommendations, and must-see stops for families. We started with an overnight train from Brussels to Berlin, explored Berlin’s highlights, and visited important Martin Luther sites in Wittenberg, Eisleben, and E…

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Our Tips For Visiting Japan For the First Time 43:03

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After spending 2 weeks in Japan, we’ve got some Japan travel tips to share! We've got tips for surviving Japan in August (because we visited Japan in the summertime), things you don't need to bring, some cultural insights, and more! Check us out on Substack: Follow for updates, free and paid posts, and exclusive podcast episodes! Subscribe here to …

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Welcome to Season 4! Our Summer Travels + Life Lately 22:28

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Travel with Kids Podcast: Season 4 Kickoff! Welcome back to the podcast! I missed you! We had a summer packed full of adventure and fun, and now that school is back in session I finally have time (and a quiet enough house) to record episodes on each of our exciting destinations. You can look forward to episodes on London, Germany, Austria, Wisconsi…

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You’re Not Stuck with Ginger Cooper (JUMP 191) 54:45

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She was a corporate high-flyer who traded boardrooms for backcountry trails. After joining Jackie on the O Circuit in Patagonia—celebrating a sobriety milestone and conquering suspension bridges—Ginger Cooper came home and sold her house, quit her job, and built a life on her own terms. From solo camper van trips above the Arctic Circle to kayaking…

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What Is It Like to Run an Ultra Marathon: Burning River Endurance Run & Relay Race Recap 1:01:56

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I know what you’re thinking: “Why are we talking about an ultra marathon on a couples travel podcast?” Well, we actually got a lot of questions after hearing Chris bring up that he was doing this. So, in this podcast episode, we’re doing a race recap on the Burning River Endurance Run and Relay. Plus, Chris is going to tell you his story, what he’s…

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Writing Partition: Merryn Glover on History, Home, and the Hill Stations Of India 43:40

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How does a childhood spent in the Himalayas of Nepal and India shape a life and a love for the mountains of Scotland? How can fiction help us understand the complex, painful history of India’s Partition? I discuss all this and more with the award-winning author, Merryn Glover. Merryn’s nomadic “third culture kid” upbringing with missionary parents …

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The One Thing to Do in Each Country We've Traveled To 48:54

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There are a lot of destinations where there is just that “one thing” that people plan their trip around. With Peru, it’s Machu Picchu, with France, it’s the Eiffel Tower. But what is something we’d plan a trip around when it comes to every country we’ve visited? We dive into every country we’ve visited together and list out something we’d plan a tr…

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British Pilgrimage: On This Holy Island With Oliver Smith 33:27

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What makes a place sacred, and can you find spiritual transformation without traveling thousands of miles? Why do ordinary English villages and Scottish islands continue to draw seekers from around the world? Award-winning travel writer Oliver Smith talks about British pilgrimage sites from Lindisfarne to Iona, and Walsingham to Glastonbury, and ho…

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Maps, Miles, and Meaning – Sherry Ott’s 30-Year Bike Quest (JUMP 190) 57:02

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She grew up watching her dad walk across the country—literally—from capital to capital. Decades later, Sherry Ott is finishing what he started… by bike. In this episode, Jackie sits down with the travel veteran (and six-time guest!) to talk about her latest quest: a cross-country cycling journey that’s equal parts tribute, personal challenge, and e…

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How Each of Us Approaches Trip Planning as a Couple 45:38

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Just like any couple, each of us have a different approach to trip planning. While one of us really gets into the major themes and ideas of a trip (think big picture) with a focus on food (AKA Chris), some of us dive deep into logistics like flights, trains, where to stay, etc. (AKA Kat). In this podcast episode, we discuss our approaches to travel…

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Our 10 Unfinished Business Items From Travel 45:17

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Some places leave you with unfinished business. Let’s talk about it. There are some incredible places that we’ve traveled to around the world. But that also means that we’ve certainly made our fair share of travel mistakes, leaving us with unfinished business-wishing we could have done things differently. Or it has us wanting to return to do things…

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Why Orlando is America's best foodie city: Insider's guide to Orlando's must-try food and drink spots 45:19

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Forget everything you thought you knew about Orlando’s food scene. In this deliciously packed episode, we’re diving headfirst into one of America’s most surprising culinary hotspots, Orlando. The Theme Park Capital of the World is now earning serious foodie cred, with Michelin-starred restaurants, buzzing food halls, breweries and creative eats in …

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Touching History: The Ancient Craft Of Stonemasonry With Andrew Ziminski 37:57

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What is it like to work on ancient English churches, cathedrals and stone monuments? How does stone, a symbol of permanence, change over centuries? In this interview, I explore the craft of stonemasonry with church conservator Andrew Ziminski. Andrew Ziminski is a stonemason and church conservator with decades of experience working on some of the g…

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7 Dates on 7 Continents - a Travel Love Story (JUMP 189) 54:19

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He was a small-town guy from Montana, she was living the big city life in New York. They met on a trip to Morocco and got engaged four years later in Antarctica, and they had an adventure date on every continent in between. Listen in as Jackie gets the whole story from guests Andy Austin and Chelsea Anderson, two globe-trotting professionals who fe…

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How to Balance Adventure, Activities, and Relaxation While Traveling 54:06

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How do you balance adventure, activities, and relaxation while traveling? In this podcast episode, Chris and Kat discuss what they think of when they think of adventure, activities, and relaxing, what their approaches are to each during a trip, how they found a great balance on trips…and how they maybe didn’t on some trips! It is a delicate balance…

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What Is It Like Hiking The Aiguilles de Bavella Loop in Corsica? (+ Tips For Success) 46:05

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Are you hoping to visit Corsica? I’ve got a story for you! I (Kat) did a 9-day road trip around Corsica full of fun, relaxation, adventure, and more! Aside from the stunning beaches in Corsica, there are also ample hiking trails. It is known for the GR20, a multi-day trek known to be one of the most challenging in Europe. While I definitely didn’t …

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Fearless Roots: Travel, Grief, And Resilience With Becky Doughty 37:41

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What does it mean to come from everywhere and nowhere at the same time? How can travel shape our sense of self, and how do we find our way home when faced with unexpected grief abroad? In this episode, I talk with author Becky Doughty about her traveling childhood as a missionary kid, a life-changing trip to Tuscany that resonated with grief, and h…

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Traveling and Volunteering with Animals - A Veterinarian's Story (JUMP 188) 49:48

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Dr. Chelsea Anderson never imagined that becoming a veterinarian would allow her to travel the world and work and live in places like Sri Lanka, Uganda, Papua New Guinea, Australia, and beyond. But early on in her career, she figured out how to combine her two passions of traveling and working with animals. Today she shares with us her stories from…

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How to Handle Hot Weather Travel 41:30

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We are no strangers to hot weather travel. We’ve braved the Olympics last year in Paris and Lyon, honeymooned in Southeast Asia, explored Saint Lucia, spent many a summers gallivanting Europe, and more. And now, we’re about to head to Japan during the hottest time of year. This is how we’re preparing for our hot and humid trip and what we’ve done a…

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10 Tips For Attending the Grand Masked Ball at Versailles 45:30

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Less than a couple of weeks ago, Kat had the privilege of attending the Grand Masked Ball of Versailles with 4 of her friends…and it was epic! In this episode, we’re talking about essential tips for attending the Grand Masked Ball of Versailles (AKA Le Grand Bal Masqué). These tips include ticket levels and prices, where to get costumes, practical …

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Traveling By Cruise Ship With Wendy Neugent 37:57

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Have you ever wondered what it’s really like to live and work on a cruise ship? Is it all glamour and exotic locations, or is there a hidden, more challenging side to life at sea? How do you cope with being away from family for months at a time, and what strange events unfold on these floating cities? In this episode, former cruise ship entertainer…

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Episode 138: Tips for Camping With Kids (What We Learned From Our Week Long Camping Trip) 22:15

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Join Ben and Meagan as we share tips about camping with kids that we learned on our week long camping trip to Banff National Park and Glacier National Park. Use our Get Away Today affiliate link when you're planning your next Disney vacation to get the best deals! Use our code YellowVan for extra savings on your vacatino package. Use our YNAB link …

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Jason Moore from Zero to Travel Moved to Norway... Here's Why (JUMP 187) 1:13:10

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Join Jackie and Jason Moore from Zero to Travel Podcast today as they unpack a recent experience in Norway, including first impressions, cultural differences and adaptation in expat life, what makes up the “real" Norway, and a via ferrata on “the highest sea cliff in Europe” that catapulted Jackie straight out of her comfort zone. Takeaways - Only …

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How Our Lives Shape the Way We Travel Over Time 43:09

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We’ve certainly changed how we travel since we were in our early 20s…but over time, how do our lives shape the how, when, and why we travel? Life quickly builds with responsibilities, financial decisions, family duties, and so much more that can alter the way in which we travel. In this podcast episode, we dive into this topic, discussing how prior…

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How to Have an Epic 2-Week South of France Road Trip 1:04:51

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Lavender fields, dazzling beaches, hilltop villages…and cowboys? Yes, a South of France itinerary in 2 weeks is full of surprises! Before Chris and Kat went to the Olympics, Kat embarked on a 2-week solo road trip through the South of France. After falling in love with the area a few years ago on a shorter trip, she knew she had to go back to explo…

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To The End Of The Earth: Walking Spain’s Camino de Santiago With Bradley Chermside 42:33

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How can a physical journey trigger profound inner change? What draws a non-religious person to undertake a Catholic pilgrimage? What happens when you encounter both the best and worst versions of yourself on the same path? Bradley Chermside, international best-selling author, entertainer, and host of the El Camino de Santiago Podcast shares his tra…