Travel Advice
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Everything You Need to Know About Getting Married Abroad
Making the decision to have your wedding abroad is a big one with many things to consider! We are joined in this episode by Aimee from Snap Happy Travel, who experienced the wedding of her dreams 7 years ago in Italy. Aimee shares practical tips, the cost of getting married abroad vs. her home country of Ireland, logistics to consider and more. If you are considering a wedding abroad or just interested in hearing the ins and outs of making it happen, this episode is for you!
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How to Earn a Freelance Income to Travel More or Move Abroad
We love travelling, and that is obvious, but so are some of the roadblocks that prevent it: time and money! We are excited to be joined on this episode by Jen of ‘Jen on the Run’, an American freelancer who has taken her skills and turned them into a job where she can have it all – work and travel! Jen shares with us some common mistakes new freelancers make, what influenced her to want to travel and pursue this as a career, and where she is living now. It hasn’t always been easy; there are a lot of adjustments with a lot to think about, but if you have…
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How to Plan a Quick Trip (48 Hours or Less)
Long vacations get a lot of attention because you have a lot of time to do a lot of things, but have you ever considered that quick trips also need a lot of planning!? If not, this episode is for you! Because of the travel time required by plane, train, or car, and the short duration of the trip, putting time and thought into what you will pack, where you will stay, what you will do, and what kind of trip you are taking is key. What is your intention for the trip? Will you return to this destination so you don’t need to be so rushed, or is it a…
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Couples Travel with the Travel Mug Podcast Husbands
This is a first for the Travel Mug Podcast as we are joined by our husbands for a travel chat! Did you ever wonder what it is like to really travel with us? What are our annoying travel habits? How much of a planner is Jenn really? What special memory stands out most from their travels, according to her husband, Ryan? Is this memory the same for Jenn? What does Peter think couples should understand when travelling together, and what is one of his favourite travel memories with Meggan? We have the scoop, and it’s a fun one!
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Travel Tips with Mark from Wolters World
We are so excited to be joined by Mark from the popular YouTube Travel channel, Wolter’s World. With 1.16 million subscribers and nearly 3,000 videos on a wide variety of topics, Mark has a lot to share about seeing the world. Mark is a professor and family man from Illinois who has lived in multiple countries across Europe, speaks multiple languages, and has travelled extensively. Join us as Mark shares his worldly insights, the story of how he got started travelling & started a YouTube channel, plus why he loves sharing travel advice and insights rather than just documenting his travels. While you are there, be sure to visit YouTube…
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2026 Travel Trends: 10 Ideas You Can Build a Trip Around
Well, believe it or not, 2026 is upon us, and our friends at Flight Centre have compiled their Top 10 Travel Trends for the year! It is early in the year, so there’s still time to ensure you don’t miss out on what is trending in travel, and we feel like there is something for everyone. Whether you want to support your home country, wellness travel sounds appealing, or even travelling and visiting the country of your ancestors, the trends of 2026 have it all! So tune in and see if any of these appeal to you, and based on what we are seeing, there is even an opportunity to…
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Tips for Traveling in Winter – What to Pack, How to Stay Warm & Safe
It is that time of year – some people hate winter and some people love it, but either way, winter can be very beautiful, and a lot of adventures can be had! If you aren’t from a cold climate, it can be stressful and confusing to know what to pack and what to buy in advance to ensure a safe and fun holiday. In this episode, we break down what cold weather actually is, what to buy and pack, tips for renting a car, and general tips to help you be properly prepared. Mother Nature is her own boss, and while you cannot control the weather, you can control how…
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Making Travel Easier as You Age: Mobility-Friendly Travel Tips
Joining the podcast are Cary and Trish. Trish has multiple sclerosis and uses a mobility scooter to get around, but this has not stopped her and Cary from travelling. Based on their travel stories and adventures, Cary has written a book entitled: “On Two Legs and Three Wheels – The Travel Adventures of a Couple Overcoming Age and Disability” We were thrilled for them to join us and discuss what it is like to travel as a person who uses a mobility scooter, how the world has changed with more accommodations (or has it), where they have been and where they still want to go. This is an important topic…
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Exploring History Through Travel
Wherever you go in the world, there is history to be explored – there is significance all around us. Join us on this episode as we look at six places throughout the world that hold deep significance in history and should never be forgotten as we forge forward in today’s uncertain world. As everyday travellers, it can be challenging to know how we can be better travellers and humans. We feel that one way is to visit these sites of significance, immerse yourself in the history, understand the impact of the events there and pass that on to others. May we never repeat the atrocities of the past and appreciate…
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How to Move to Another Country
If you’ve been dreaming of moving to another country but aren’t sure where to start, then our guests Sara and Paolo have the tools for you! They moved their family from Bermuda to Italy and they want to help others make their dream move! They’ve created Operation Relocation, a workbook and website to help you plan and execute your move! We chat about moving abroad with kids, how to choose a new city, and how their lives have changed since moving to Italy.
