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Travel Budget Tips, Travel Tip Tuesday

How to Avoid Baggage Fees When Flying

Let us tell you a story – a story about when you purchased an airline ticket, you never had to think about whether a bag was included in your price. …

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November 10, 2025
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
Guest Episode, Nova Scotia

Secret Nova Scotia & RVing NS

Alicia Simms joined us and we were thrilled!  She was fun and funny and is a kick-ass female Nova Scotian entrepreneur by way of Newfoundland! Alicia owns several local businesses…

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January 16, 2022
  • Guest Episode,  Travel Advice

    Travel Chat With Youtube Vlogger Where Is Dan

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    This week we welcome travel vlogger Dan to the show from the YouTube channel Where Is Dan. Dan shares why he loves to travel, how he has learned 2 languages, why he loves getting outside of the typical tourist zones, plus insight into YouTube and his plans for the future. We loved chatting with Dan, since his travel experience is so different from ours – can you imagine not researching a place before you visit?!

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  • Travel Tip Tuesday

    Why You Should Prioritize Taking Travel Videos

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    We all know people love taking travel pictures and it has become so easy since most of us now have a smart phone with us everywhere we go. Sometimes people forget it has a video camera feature too!  On this episode of Travel Tip Tuesday, Meggan shares with us how through some recent reviewing of travel videos made her so grateful they document their trips with not just pictures but also video.  There are some memories you won’t ever remember if they weren’t on video!  You need to make sure to be in the moment but also, balance it with capturing some of the moment to enjoy for years to…

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  • Canada,  Guest Episode

    Why Visit New Brunswick & Grand Manan Island

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    We were so thrilled to be joined by Crystal!  She is a definite friend of the show having sent a few of her clients our way to be guests and we thought – Crystal loves travel and has a great story, we should chat with her!  So we did! Crystal tells us about some great spots she has travelled, future travel goals, about being an entrepreneur and all about why she loves her home province of New Brunswick! Tune in to hear from her, why New Brunswick has SO MUCH to offer!

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  • Travel Advice,  Travel Tip Tuesday

    Using Rover For Pet Sitting When You Travel

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    If you have a pet and you travel, you know it can be stressful having to rely on family and friends to care for your furry loved ones!Jenn fills us in on Rover.com, a service where you can find pet sitters in your town who can actually stay at your house, care for your animals and send you updates! This service is available in Canada and nine other countries and it has been a really great experience for Jenn and her animals. This is an episode not to be missed if you have a pet and want another pet-sitting option for when you are away – even on a day…

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    December 28, 2021

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    February 5, 2022

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    September 13, 2022
  • Disney,  Podcast Episodes,  Trip Report,  USA

    Mount Dora, Florida, Disney After Hours Event, Festival Of The Arts at Epcot & More

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    Jenn breaks down her most recent trip to Florida!  She gives us the scoop on flights, how her first longer term car rental went!   She and her husband got to explore some smaller towns in Florida including Mount Dora and Eustis and are already trying to plan how to spend more time in the Sunshine State. Finally, they were able to also spend some time at their favorite place on earth – Disney!  She talks about her experience paying for After Hours Event at Hollywood Studios, experiencing the Epcot Festival of the Arts, and meeting one of their favourite artists!

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    February 27, 2024

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    June 21, 2023

    Disney World: New Rides, Using Genie+, Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

    October 26, 2022
  • Cuba,  Travel Advice,  Travel Tip Tuesday

    Is The Santa Clara Airport VIP Lounge Worth It?

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    Meggan shares about her recent experience at Santa Clara airport in Cuba where she and her husband recently paid for access to the VIP lounge for the first time in their travels!   Was it worth it? Tune in to hear us discuss what was included and how it could be worth it for you…or not?

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  • Cuba,  Trip Report

    Cayo Santa Maria Cuba, Sanctuary at Grand Memories, Santa Maria Review

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    Join us this week as Meggan has just returned from 2 weeks in Cayo Santa Maria, Cuba! She fills us in on the state of things in Cuba, her time at the resort and a bit about the surrounding area and what you can expect from travel to Cuba in 2023.  Cuba’s economy is still recovering from the pandemic and it is important to be aware of what to expect now and likely in the foreseeable future. Overall, we talk about the fact that you make your own fun no matter where you go – Cuba is never short on amazing weather, friendly people and beautiful beaches!  This you can…

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    March 7, 2023
  • Travel Budget Tips,  Travel Tip Tuesday

    Avoid Paying Too Much For Car Rental Insurance

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    As Jenn and her husband prepared for their next trip, they were booking a car for an extended period of time, for the first time!  Insurance was going to double the cost of their car rental! Tune in as Jenn discusses how they were able to save a lot of money and not have to pay anything for car rental insurance and how you can too – possibly! Saving money is a favourite pastime for most so why not tune in and learn how you can possibly save on your next car rental!

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    January 18, 2023

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    January 19, 2026
  • Guest Episode,  Travel Advice

    Airport Security Tips with CATSA

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    We love talking about travel but we also love being able to share useful information so we were so excited when the folks from CATSA (Canadian Air Transport Security Authority) reached out wanting to come on the show! We are joined by Sandra, Team Lead for Client Satisfaction at CATSA and she provided really great insight into travel, what to do to be prepared and tips to help you get through security smoothly. Being prepared to go to the airport is so key instead of trying to rearrange your items while at the airport so you don’t want to miss this one – tune in and be prepared for your…

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  • Travel Tip Tuesday

    Hire A Local Tour Guide

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    We love to support local so on this episode of Travel Tip Tuesday Meggan talks about an experience in Cuba with a personal guide and driver and what a difference it can make in the enjoyment of a tour! Hiring local supports the economy and tourism and the people of that country. You get your burning questions answered directly and you don’t have to deal with other people on a tour bus!  So much winning! If you aren’t sure where to start in booking a local, more private tour, talk to your Travel Agent or like we always say, do some research and you won’t regret it!

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