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Guest Episode, Travel Advice

Importance of Travel Insurance with Travel Defend

Ben Camille, founder and CEO of Travel Defend joins us to talk about his company and their mission to get you the best travel insurance! Travel insurance is so important…

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September 13, 2023
Travel Tip Tuesday

What Does SSSS On Your Boarding Pass Mean?

So this might be news to you however some boarding passes can be printed with SSSS on them when you are flying into, out of or around the USA in…

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October 14, 2024
Guest Episode, Nova Scotia

Explore Like A Tourist HFX Challenge

Not sure about you all but we love a challenge here at the Travel Mug Podcast. That is why we were so excited to be joined by local influencer Kerra…

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January 16, 2022
  • Travel Advice,  Travel Tip Tuesday

    Using an eSIM While Travelling

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    Using data can be very expensive while travelling, depending on your carrier and your plan. eSIMs are relatively new and taking the travel world by storm. Imagine no longer needing to change out your cell phone’s SIM card for a travel SIM card at your arrival airport?  Imagine just downloading it in advance, paying MUCH less than your carrier would charge per day and just simply turning it on when you arrive at your destination?  It is possible! There are upsides and downsides and research to be done but don’t sleep on eSIMs, they can save you both time and money!

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    July 19, 2022

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    6 Travel Trends We’re Seeing in 2024

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  • Travel Advice

    Features of the World’s Top 10 Airports

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    Airports are often places no one really wants to spend a lot of time. You are either waiting in one to start your adventures or heading home. However, some airports are worth spending time in – no really! Join us as we discuss the top airports of 2024, their functions and features and why you might actually want to hang out there.  PLUS we share a few features that each of us would want in our Dream Airports.

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    Importance of Travel Insurance with Travel Defend

    September 13, 2023

    Staying Healthy & Fit While Traveling

    December 28, 2021

    Cautionary Tale: Double & Triple Check When Booking

    January 22, 2022
  • Travel Advice,  Travel Tip Tuesday

    Driving with Dogs Across The USA and Canada Border

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    Jenn hopes to winter in Florida someday and she & her husband have two dogs. Rules are constantly changing and it is important to refer to the government websites to have 100% up to date information but tune in for this one as Jenn shares what is involved in bringing your dog across the USA/Canada borders via land as of July 2024! You don’t want to be disappointed by not having all the documents or proper vaccinations so listen up and prepare your pup! 

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    November 13, 2023
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    May 1, 2022
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    Cool-cations: 10 Fun Winter Travel Destinations

    January 14, 2025
  • Travel Advice

    Our Travel Essentials

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    Packing and getting ready to travel can be overwhelming but we all have items we take with us that are a given! Tune into this episode as we discuss what items we MUST HAVE with us when we hit the road.  Some of the items are long-time standby’s and others we have just incorporated recently and might surprise you! Once you hear what our “must-have” items are, we would love to hear what yours are!

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    How To Choose Clothing For Travel

    June 17, 2022

    Do You Need To Inform Your Bank When You Travel?

    September 13, 2022

    Air Passenger Rights with Gabor Lukacs

    July 19, 2023
  • Travel Product Reviews,  Travel Tip Tuesday

    TRTL Travel Pillow Review

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    Most of us have seen the ads for the TRTL and its unique design but how many people do you know who have tried one in real life?  I bet not many! Before Meggan received one as a gift, she didn’t know anyone who had one so she thought she would be the guinea pig and give it a try! She is here to tell you her thoughts! #notsponsored What are the pros and cons, did she actually sleep, would she recommend it? We can’t wait to tell you all about it!

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    FinalPress Travel Coffee Maker Review

    September 16, 2024

    Navigating Credit Card Travel Insurance: Lessons Learned

    October 22, 2024
  • Beginner's Guide,  Canada

    Beginner’s Guide to Ottawa, Ontario

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    Join us this week as we celebrate the capital of Canada – Ottawa, Ontario! We have both been to Ottawa and want to help give folks some overall great info to help you get started planning your trip to the Capital. There is so much to see and do in Ottawa!  It is not only a beautiful city but there are canals, museums, amazing restaurants, quaint areas of the city not to be missed and so much more!Tune in as we provide all the goods to help you get planning so you can have a great trip to Ottawa!

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    Beginner’s Guide To Miami

    January 16, 2024

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    June 18, 2024
  • Travel Tip Tuesday

    Why You Should Book Ghost Tours

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    Jenn and her husband have found themselves seeking out Ghost Tours when they visit new towns & cities and there are a few good reasons why! Firstly, they get to explore their new surroundings on foot in a meaningful way while supporting local and secondly, they get to really understand the history and the background – really immerse themselves while learning in a fun way! Walking and Ghost Tours can be easily googled and usually aren’t that expensive. So when you are in your next new town or city, look up the local tours, support local business and have a fun few hours learning about the new spot you are…

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    October 4, 2022

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    December 13, 2022

    The Surprising Benefits Of Traveling

    May 2, 2023
  • Europe,  Trip Report

    Iceland Road Trip: Staying on Budget & Where to Go

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    Join us on this episode as Meggan gives us a rundown of her latest adventure to Iceland! How has the country changed in the last 6 years, what did she do differently this time than last, where did she stay and what did she get up to!? In this episode we talk about her flights, car rental, itinerary, food and drink insights, tips for saving money and what it is like to use a credit card as car rental insurance and what happens when something goes wrong!? It was expensive but as an inside scoop – she wouldn’t change a thing!!  Tune in to hear all about it!

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    September 28, 2022
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    December 15, 2021
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    Exploring Italy with PBS Dream of Italy Host Kathy McCabe

    December 2, 2025
  • Travel Tip Tuesday

    Pack Medications When Traveling

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    Have you ever considered the fact that in some countries, you cannot buy standard drugstore shelf medications like you can in North America and other countries around the world? Tune in this episode to hear our advice on what you should do to be prepared for travel in regards to your typical drugstore items. Also, do you sometimes have general issues or ailments you once in a while need medication for?  Something to consider is reaching out to your primary care doctor and getting a “just in case” prescription for that ailment if allowed! You can never regret being too prepared when you are going to be away from home!

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    Plans Won’t Always Work Out…and That Is Okay

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    Unlocking Flight Deals in 2025

    January 20, 2025

    Edelweiss Inn, Middleton Nova Scotia

    May 30, 2023
  • Travel Advice

    6 Travel Trends We’re Seeing in 2024

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    Trends come and go, they say!  Tune into this episode as we talk about a few new trends and some that have actually been around for a while but are making a resurgence! Let us tell you about Regenerative Tourism, Cosmetic and Wellness Tourism as well as Culinary Tourism, just to name a few! We also let you know if we would be up for these trends or not and hope you chime in on Social Media to let us know your thoughts and would you do it!?

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    Check Travel Advisories Before You Travel

    January 22, 2024

    Road Trip Fails & How To Plan A Good Road Trip

    December 15, 2021

    Our Travel Essentials

    August 13, 2024
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