Podcast Episodes
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Common Travel Mistakes & How To Avoid Them
Travelling is so fun but can sometimes come with mishaps that can and sometimes cannot be avoided! Have you ever packed too much? Have you ever skipped buying insurance to avoid the extra cost but didn’t think through the value if you needed it? We have all made a lot of really common mistakes in our travels but on this episode join us as we discuss those mistakes but ALSO suggestions on how to potentially avoid those mistakes. You just might thank us later!
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Finding Facebook Groups To Plan Travel
Facebook has its issues however it can be a great resource when it comes to travel planning! We are currently or have in the past both made use of travel groups to help us figure out places to eat, what to see, information regarding travel passes and more from dedicated destination Facebook groups. It can take a bit of trial and error to find a group that is right for you and what you are looking to learn but when you do – it can be so useful as you plan your next trip. You might even end up visiting somewhere you hadn’t planned based on your newfound group! These groups…
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Why You Need A Travel Journal
How do you want to remember your travels? You may think just having photos is enough, but a travel journal can help you remember the details, the little moments, and how much fun you had! Jenn likes to write her travels down, Meggan likes to use video and short notes. Either way it’s fun to look back on your past travels!
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2nd Birthday Episode – Listener Questions & More
The podcast is two years old – we cannot believe it either!! Join us as we chat about some memorable episodes, take listener questions and have some random, not-so-travel related questions for each other. We are so grateful for this podcast community we have built and our listener support! Here’s to two years and many more! Happy Birthday to us!! Now – let’s travel!!
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Trying New Foods While Traveling
When we think of folks who really love to travel, we think of open mindedness. We are very aware that there are lots of food restrictions due to allergies or choices people make about what they will and won’t eat (vegan, vegetarian, etc) however travelling does introduce us to other cultures and ways of life and that includes food! Our tip this week is discussing branching out from what you normally eat and immerse yourself in a food experience. It doesn’t have to be every meal but if you haven’t eaten like a local at least, were you really there? Be adventurous for at least one meal on your travels…
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Solo Travel & Owning An AirBnb
Kat – Owner/Operator of Nova Scotia AirBnb ‘Luna Rosa’ joins us! She stops by to talk about her own travels across the world which include some amazing treks as a female solo traveller! She shares stories of her time out in the world, some of her adventures and misadventures. Kat also shares with us what it is like to run an AirBnb, especially one that is so special to their family – built by her dad on family owned property! It was great insight into the other side of AirBnb and also some great inspiration for anyone considering solo (or couple) adventure travel!
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How To Choose Clothing For Travel
We are all out of practice travelling and packing has always been a conundrum for some – I mean what do you pack for a longer trip with multiple weather scenarios? Jenn talks about how she decides what to pack and she gets ready for her next big trip, what she is having trouble deciding between. Our advice is less pants than shirts and try to also book at least one accommodation, possibly in the middle of your trip, that has access to a washing machine! (although the sink will do in a pinch)
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All Things Bar Harbor Maine – What To Do, East & See
Maine isn’t far from Nova Scotia and Bar Harbor is only a 7 hour drive from Halifax! Back in 2013, Meggan and her husband made their first visit and have gone back yearly ever since, having missed the last few – they are excitedly returning in May 2022! Join us as Meggan reviews all of her favourite things to do in Bar Harbor from shopping, eating, drinking and outdoor activities. From getting outdoors in Acadia National Park or Bar Island to having a great breakfast at Two Cats or Thrive Juice Bar & Kitchen and drinks in the evening at the Cottage Street Pub and so much in between –…
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Booking Your Admissions In Advance
A lot has changed in the last two years and now that people are getting back out there in the world, you have to be prepared for the changes. When it comes to travel, one of the changes you can expect in some places is that entry requirements include a pre-purchased ticket! Due to some capacity concerns that still exist, please check in advance for the activities you wish to take part in so you don’t show up disappointed! Plus having your ticket booked in advance can also help you plan better around that activity!
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Tips For Hiking & Back Country Camping
We were so lucky to be joined a second time by Deborah Peddle-Hann! She joined us again to talk about her new passion she picked up during the pandemic, back country hiking! She shares with us what you need to do to be prepared, what to expect, why she fell in love with this activity and shares resources you NEED to enjoy what can be a challenging physical activity. Her advice (and definitely ours too) start with small, shorter hikes and do your research about what it means to be truly prepared as a back country hiker!
