Best New Life On Cape Cod Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 149: All Hail The Magic Coin! 1:04:49

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Send us a text In a triumphant return to both our scheduled programming and also to form, Your Friend Frosty and your bartender Mike Whiskey have gone completely insane and off the rails. A decision making coin. Twenty terrifying questions. Too many outcomes to count! Revelations! Betrayals! Surprises! It's all too much to take! Thank goodness we c…

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Beyond the Ring Road: An Iceland Insider’s Guide to Avoiding the Crowds 40:08

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Iceland is so much more than the Golden Circle and Northern Lights—there's a vast country that exists beyond the tourist hotspots. On this episode of Unpacked, join host Aislyn Greene as she speaks with travel writer Ali Wunderman, who has been exploring the country for more than a decade. Ali shares how to connect with authentic Icelandic culture,…

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Unpacked, Five Questions: The Secret Life of New York's Oldest Businesses 26:51

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Welcome to Unpacked, Five Questions, a podcast that takes you behind the scenes of one great travel story. In this episode, host Katherine LaGrave sits down with feature writer Harrison Hill, who is working on his forthcoming book The Oracle's Daughter. For his latest Afar feature celebrating New York City's 400th birthday, Harrison embarked on a b…

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Unpacked, Five Questions: When a British Writer Meets the Cape Cod of the Midwest 26:00

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Welcome to Unpacked, Five Questions, a podcast that takes you behind the scenes of one great travel story. In this episode, host Katherine LaGrave sits down with London-based writer Emma John, author of three books and Afar contributing writer, who recently visited Door County, Wisconsin—her 43rd U.S. state. Nicknamed "the Cape Cod of the Midwest,"…

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Paradise by Design: The Florida Story 21:43

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Welcome to Unpacked, America 250, a mini series celebrating the music, art, food, and more that makes America, America—in honor of our nation's upcoming 250th anniversary. The mini series is part of Afar's "52 Places to Travel in the U.S. This Year" package, and in this third episode, host Aislyn Greene takes us to Florida to explore the architectu…

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A Slow Traveler's Guide to Korea's (Second) Busiest City 21:44

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Welcome to Unpacked, Five Questions, a podcast that takes you behind the scenes of one great travel story. In this episode, host Katherine LaGrave sits down with New York Times bestselling author and Afar contributing writer Peggy Orenstein, who recently traded her usual slow-travel style for the bustling energy of Busan, South Korea's second-large…

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This Beat Is the Real Heart of D.C. 16:24

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Welcome to Unpacked, America 250, a mini series celebrating the music, art, food, and more that makes America, America—in honor of our nation's upcoming 250th anniversary. The mini series is part of Afar's "⁠52 Places to Travel in the U.S. This Year"⁠ package, and in this second episode, host Aislyn Greene takes us to Washington, D.C. to explore go…

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From Controversial Pizza to Comeback Stories: America's Most Compelling Cities Right Now 28:13

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In this special Unpacked bonus episode, we're going behind the scenes of our newView From Afar podcast, which spotlights the people and the ideas shaping the future of travel. Afar editors traveled to the floor of IPW, the annual travel conference organized by the U.S. Travel Association to share the best of America with the rest of the world. In t…

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Newark's Comeback, L.A.'s Wildfire Recovery, and This Summer's Travel Reality 29:34

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In this special Unpacked bonus episode, we're going behind the scenes of our newView From Afar podcast, which spotlights the people and the ideas shaping the future of travel. Afar editors traveled to the floor of IPW, the annual travel conference organized by the U.S. Travel Association to share the best of America with the rest of the world. In t…

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Episode 148: They're Dead, But Still Collectible 45:55

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Send us a text As we draw closer and closer to the nuptials of your bartender Mike Whiskey and his beloved fiancé, the summer is about to get weirder and more anime-related. Your Friend Frosty is taking us all on a tour of a certain travelling museum exhibit with lots of bones and cuddly non-existent anime creatures. Collectible ones, too. That's r…

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Episode 147: The Sentimental World of Philip J. Fry 40:00

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Send us a text Bring forth the tissues, the tubs of ice cream, and the plasma rifles. Okay, maybe not that last one. But prepare thyselves for a very sad episode all about....sad episodes. For years, the cartoon show Futurama has refused to die and has delighted, amused, and devastated us all with its hilarious and soul-touching content. And four o…

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From Freezing to Steaming: A Minnesota Love Story 12:17

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Welcome to Unpacked, America 250, a new mini series celebrating the music, art, food, and more that makes America, America—in honor of our nation's upcoming 250th anniversary. The mini series is part of Afar's "52 Places to Travel in the U.S. This Year" package, and in this inaugural episode, host Aislyn Greene takes us to Minnesota to explore how …

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Episode 146: Why Nature Is Bad and Camping Is Evil, By Your Friend Frosty 43:38

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Send us a text WARNING: this episode was recorded before the terrible events of July 4th, 2025, wherein a devastating flashflood swept across Central Texas and has left many, including children at a summer camp, missing or dead. Our deepest sympathies to all those affected by this tragedy, and our simple plea to not be offended as we make light of …

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Episode 145: 30 Years Worth of Board Game-Related PTSD - Jumanji! 49:05

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Send us a text So, yeah, Happy 4th of July and all that. While it's the USA's birthday, your podcast hosts are celebrating a unique anniversary, one thirty years in the making. And just like on the 4th of July when dogs all run and hide under blankets from fireworks, so does Your Friend Frosty from the terror that is 1995's film blockbuster Jumanji…

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What Happens After You Buy That One-Euro Italian House? 20:21

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Welcome to Unpacked, Five Questions, a new series where we go behind the scenes of one great travel story. In this episode, host Katherine LaGrave sits down with Afar contributing writer Lisa Abend, who recently traveled to Sicily to investigate the viral phenomenon of European countries selling homes for one euro. Based in Copenhagen, Lisa explore…

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Episode 144: From Holy Ground to Holy Mess 44:57

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Send us a text Ever been driving by a church in your neighborhood, looked at it long and hard, and thought, "Wow, that would make an amazing laser tag arena?" No? Well, you definitely aren't alone. Wouldn't you know it, there are some people out there that did, however. From restaurants to apartment buildings, the lives of de-consecrated churches o…

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Episode 143: Imminent Lawless Action 41:33

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Send us a text Warning, listeners: This episode is not going to be a light one. Thought provoking? Inspired by actual events? Full of swears? Oh yeah. Kicking us all the way back to the 1960s, Your Friend Frosty is about to flex his legalese muscles and introduce you all to the infamous 1969 Brandenburg V. Ohio ruling, one which shaped the very wor…

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Episode 142: In the Lair of Pure Evil (Well, Sorta) 45:14

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Send us a text Have you ever wanted to become a supervillain? Maybe a villainous overlord? Maybe a cruel and wicked dictator? Then this is the episode of Bourbon On Ice for you, as your favorite nerds are discussing the dos and don'ts for becoming just that evil and horrible. Avoid the pitfalls which have unseated many a humble tyrant by listening …

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Episode 141: Good To The Last Crumb 43:30

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Send us a text What is it about delicious food? Also death? Wait, can we combine the two? Yes! Inspired by Your Friend Frosty's newest podcast obsession, Mythical Kitchen's Last Meals, there's plenty of talk to go around concerning the simple question: what would be your last meal? While we sling liver and onions, chowder soup, and apps gone crazy,…

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Episode 140: The Same To You, Good Sir! 40:07

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Send us a text Warning: there is going to be an excessive amount of cursing in this episode. Also, this is all Whiskey's fault. No, really, it is. Cleaning up his house in preparation for the arrival of his beloved fiancé, your bartender Mike Whiskey happened upon a book, and he has decided to thus inflict it upon Your Friend Frosty and you, our au…

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Episode 139: A Soggy Subject 45:24

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Send us a text Summer is almost here. As soon as we get through this annoying pollen season, that is. Anyway, with updates on Whiskey's new arrival, a terrifying blow to the Frosty Family, and a lot of harsh light and noise affecting us negatively, there's a question we'd like to ask: this summer, where will you be - pool, beach, or lakeside? It's …

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Unpacked Minis, Five Questions: For One Writer, This Ancient Chinese City Always Feels New 17:34

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Welcome to Unpacked, Five Questions, a new series where we go behind the scenes of one great travel story. In this episode, host Katherine LaGrave sits down with author and journalist Bonnie Tsui, whose father has lived in Guangzhou, China, for decades. In the 2025 Culture Issue of Afar she writes about how a recent trip to the city transformed thr…

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Episode 138: The Rewind - Episode 23: Where We're Going, We Don't Need Ratings! 44:15

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Send us a text The 2025 Tony Award nominations have arrived. This is, admittedly, something that only Your Friend Frosty is excited about (no, really, ask his cohost and the rest of his friend group), but with your bartender Mike Whiskey still occupied, it's time to brush off the dust on an old episode in which we hopped in a Delorean and flew many…

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Unpacked Minis, Five Questions: For Some of the World’s Most Exciting Wines, Travel to Mexico 17:13

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Welcome to Unpacked, Five Questions, a new series where we go behind the scenes of one great travel story. In this inaugural episode, host Katherine LaGrave sits down with award-winning writer Anya von Bremzen to discuss her journey through Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico's exciting wine region just two hours from San Diego, which she wrote about in Afa…

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Unpacked Minis, Cruise Edition: The Culinary Trends Shaping the Way We Eat at Sea 20:10

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In 2025, wellness is the main ingredient at sea. From elaborate tea houses to shopping excursions with the chef—these are the fresh ways that cruise lines are shedding their overindulgent reputations. On this episode of Unpacked Minis, Cruise Edition, host Aislyn Greene sits down at F&B@Sea—the culinary showcase at Miami's Seatrade Cruise Global co…

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Episode 137: The Rewind - Episode 12 - But Was The Moose Okay? 38:25

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Send us a text Whiskey? Where oh where. Your Friend Frosty? You got me. But I'm just a podcast online description, what do I know? Well, everything, as it turns out. Your plucky cohosts are busy, so we're throwing it all the way back to season one, episode twelve, when we discuss what happens when motorcycles and moose mix it up, people try to driv…

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Unpacked Minis, Cruise Edition: The Five Innovations You’ll See on Your Next Cruise Ship 23:41

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Peek into the colorful, immersive, and luxurious innovations shaping the future of cruising—straight from the floor of Seatrade Cruise Global, one of the cruise industry's most important events. From flying theaters to floating pickleball courts, this episode of Unpacked Minis, Cruise Edition takes you behind-the-scenes of the surprising sights (an…

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Episode 136: Super Cheesed 46:01

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Send us a text It's wonderful. It's yellow, or orange, or white, and sometimes has blue. It's sitting in your fridge, and it goes great on almost everything except fish. We're talking, of course, about the miracle of nature and science combined, known as cheese. And after you hear what Your Friend Frosty has drummed up, namely a shocking internatio…

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I Traveled Through 300 Years of Kyoto's History—All From One Hotel 27:10

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With just five years under it's belt, Hotel the Mitsui has already stood the test of time. Housed in the former estate of one of Japan's most influential families, this five-star hotel is full of details that help guests see the rich traditions of Kyoto with a fresh pair of eyes. In this “If These Walls Could Talk” episode of Unpacked, Aislyn Green…

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Episode 135: Voyage of the Dumbed 40:49

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Send us a text Quickly! If you jump overboard and swim fast, you might just make it to shore. That's the only way to avoid this episode - that or turn it off, and we don't want that to happen. Welcome to a new episode of Bourbon On Ice where we welcome the famous intellectual property known as Steamboat Willie into the public domain and spray it wi…

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“Nobody Knows We’re Here.” Inside the Real D.C. 54:30

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This isn’t Washington, it’s D.C.—and it belongs to the people. On this episode of Unpacked, join host Aislyn Greene as she meets the D.C. locals who are shaping the city. They share the diverse communities, places, and histories that make the district unique. From a blossoming food scene to thriving cultural legacies, discover the D.C. that most to…

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Episode 134: Actual Doom 58:07

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Send us a text Warning. If you suffer from existential dread, do not listen to this episode. No, really, we mean it. Today we're taking a look at something Your Friend Frosty does in his spare time, by which we mean compiling lists of worst-case scenarios that just happen to be lurking on the horizon next to the Four Horsemen. As your bartender Mik…

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These Two Cruise Lines Are Charting a Surprising Path to a Better, Healthier World 30:45

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When it comes to the future of cruising, sustainability is steering the ship. On this episode of Unpacked, Afar cruise expert and deputy editor, Michelle Baran, takes you to Seatrade, one of the cruise industry's most important events for a panel discussion that asks the question: Is sustainable cruising the new luxury cruising? From wind-powered v…

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Episode 133: Don't Shoot, I'm Not a Part of This [Prank] War! 50:34

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Send us a text Don't you just hate it when April Fools Day rears its ugly head and everything goes topsy turvy? Greased doorknobs, toilet papering, fake cockroaches? All that sort of stuff has been jam-packed into this episode, because we're bringing back the king of unpleasant pranks himself, Circus Kirkus, here to regale us with tales of his evil…

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These are the Best New Hotels of 2025—and They Have Stories to Tell 36:17

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The best hotels offer so much more than a place to stay. In this episode of Unpacked, go behind the scenes of our Best New Hotels list to discover the hotels that are helping to redefine a destination, setting a new bar for sustainability and design, and bringing travelers into communities where their dollars can really count. Host Aislyn Greene an…

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The State Where Blues Music Legends Are Born 38:27

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These locals are blazing a trail back to the legends that made Mississippi, specifically the Delta, a region that was (and is) vital to the development of modern music. On this episode of Unpacked, British writer and fiddle player, Emma John, takes you on a musical odyssey through the Mississippi Blues Trail and its role in reviving a blues heartla…

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Episode 132: Hypothetically Speaking, Of Course - Theme Park Edition 41:14

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Send us a text Good news: Your Friend Frosty is bound for somewhere full of wonder and magic - in other words, a theme park! Bad news, this means that somehow, in some way, he's also managed to cobble together another list of Hypothetically Speaking, Of Course questions, and they're all terrible. And, imagine this, theme-park-themed! Sit back and l…

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Why Off-Season Travel is the Key to Unforgettable Outdoor Adventure 43:56

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Hut-to-hut skiing, frozen waterfalls and seaside foliage—there are surprising outdoor adventures to have in the off-season. Whether you're looking for "softer adventures" in the outdoors (think cycling and hiking) or routinely exercise your way through destinations, this episode will help you tap into the magic of the off-season and plan a travel y…

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Unpacked Minis, Cruise Edition: Please Don’t Plan a Cruise Without This 8:43

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There's a surprising key to booking a successful cruise, whether it’s your first or 100th. In our second episode of Unpacked Minis, Cruise Edition, host Aislyn Greene and cruise journalist Nicole Edenedo share the secret tool in the savvy cruisers' tool box: a travel advisor. Why Should I Book With a Travel Advisor? In this episode you’ll learn: Th…

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Episode 131: Burn It Down! Again! 51:06

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Send us a text Imagine, if you will, a catastrophe of epic proportions. Now imagine that it's happening all over again. We're heading all the way back to 2017, where a mister Billy McFarland had the brilliant idea of putting on a music festival unlike anything anyone had ever seen. And he succeeded, for better or worse (but definitely worse). With …

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Episode 130: Robare Vs. The 80s 46:23

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Send us a text It’s the showdown that has been coming for a while and also one nobody asked for – our very special guest star, Lord Robare O’Tardis (He’s bigger on the inside) versus the entire decade known as the 1980s. Yeah, it had to happen. Not sure why, but it did. With your bartender Mike Whiskey missing, Robare is filling the slot and pittin…

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Hidden Islands and Local Favorites: How to Hack Your Summer Travel 41:27

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Looking to avoid the crowds and make the most of summer travel in 2025? On this episode of Unpacked, Afar contributor Mark Ellwood—a seasoned traveler who has spent most of his life living out of a suitcase—shares the off-the-beaten path summer adventures you can enjoy, again and again. Looking for the Best Places to Travel in Summer? On this episo…

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Episode 129: CG-Eyesore 52:26

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Send us a text Not every movie is a gem. Not every actor is Academy Award-worthy. But sometimes, beneath the surface, and often not that far down, is a pile of very bad special effects that may be to blame for everything. Or so we've decided, and thus decree as law - bad CGI should be mocked, lampooned, and punished. Just ask Your Friend Frosty and…

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“She’s an Italian Mama.” Get to Know Rome Like a Local. 48:48

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This year—2025—is a holy one in Rome. But you can still avoid the crowds. On this episode of Unpacked by Afar, Rome local and journalist Laura Itzkowitz, takes us off the tourist trail and into the lesser-visited places that make Rome worth visiting, all year round. How To Experience Rome Like A Local, Not a Tourist On this episode you’ll learn: Ho…

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Unpacked Minis, Cruise Edition: There's a Cruise for You (Really!) 17:58

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Welcome to Unpacked Minis, our new Unpacked series. Throughout the year, over the course of four bite-size episodes, we'll dig into the biggest themes in travel. This month, we're tackling cruising, specifically those who are new to cruising—or think it's not for them. In our inaugural episode, Michelle Baran—Afar’s deputy news editor and resident …

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Episode 128: A Drop In The Bucket List 57:56

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Send us a text We all have that list lying around (don't pretend you don't) of all the stuff we want done before we kick the bucket. It also just so happens that your plucky pair of podcasters have theirs front and center. And that's not a bad thing. Why, after all, it's a chance for Your Friend Frosty and your bartender Mike Whiskey to ridicule ea…

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The Secret to Stress-Free Family Travel? These Parents (And Travel Pros) Say It’s All in the Bag. 45:23

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“How soon can you put this baby on a plane?” When No Reception Club founders Gemma and Daniel Ng became parents, they vowed not only to keep traveling, but to create solutions for others braving travel with kids. And so they went on to create “The Getaway Bag,” which went on to become a cult favorite. On this episode of Unpacked, they share the ter…

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Travel Tales Bonus: Queer Eye's Antoni Porowski Will Eat Anything—Except This 33:22

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Welcome to a special bonus from our sister podcast, Travel Tales. In it, Antoni Porowski, our favorite culinary expert from Queer Eye, takes you behind-the-scenes of his new National Geographic show, No Taste Like Home (premiering February 23, 2025). In this episode, he shares the connection that sent him crying off camera with Awkwafina, the dish …

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Episode 127: The Frosty and Whiskey and Poochie Show 44:37

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Send us a text Why mess with perfection? Because the network execs say so, that's why. Many years ago, an episode of America's favorite yellow family of Springfield weirdos showed us the dangers of what can happen when the applecart is upset and your favorite shows take a dangerous new direction. So, naturally, we're doing it in real life. Your Fri…

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I've Been Booking Trips With Points Since I Was 12—Here's How To Win at Travel 44:20

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Stop making these common travel mistakes and start maximizing credit card points and airline miles with these tips from The Points Guy, Brian Kelly, author of the new book How to Win at Travel. In this episode, he chats with host Aislyn Greene about the mindsets, practices, and guidelines to help both beginners and seasoned fliers win at travel in …