-
Are You Prepared For 2024 Travel?
It is only halfway through 2023 but here on the Travel Mug Podcast we are already looking to the future. In this Travel Tip Tuesday we talk about how you can start planning and saving now for your 2024 adventures! Money matters and it is necessary to travel so if you have adventure dreams for the next year – this is your sign to start saving!
-
Air Passenger Rights with Gabor Lukacs
If you have ever taken an airplane, this episode is for you! Not everyone has had a bad experience flying with lost luggage or a cancelled flight but you know someone who has and we never know what the future might hold so listen up! We are joined by Gabor Lukács who is an Airline Passenger Rights Advocate! He talks about the amazing resources on his website, some commonplace scenarios that could happen while flying and what you should do and some overall practical advice to protect yourself and why Passenger Rights should matter to everyone! It’s a good one, don’t miss it!
-
Be Mindful Of Your Carry-On Size
Things have changed in the past year with many people opting to leave their big suitcases at home and instead, do carry-on luggage instead! While this is a good idea in theory, it is also causing some havoc! People have a tendency to try and stretch the rules with bags that are too big, too many bags or carry-on suitcases that simply won’t fit in the overhead compartment. Jenn covers what to look out for in regards to your carry-on, we advise you to do your research based on the airline you are travelling with and how not paying attention to the rules could cost you at the airport! There…
-
Overcoming Travel Anxiety & Mental Health Chat
Jenn flies on her own in this episode as she welcomes Jenny from the podcast “Wake Up with Jenny & Friends”! They have a frank and open discussion about past experiences with travel anxiety whether it is getting ready to travel, planning their itinerary or managing anxiety and stress while in transit. Mental health matters and being able to be honest about past experiences and ways to cope is what makes this episode extra special – we hope it can help you understand it is OK and to not let fear stop you from seeing this big, beautiful world!
-
Save Money On Your Rental Car In Europe
Meggan and her husband usually rent cars and do long road trips when travelling to Europe. To save money and make use of local transportation they usually plan things out strategically! Planning to pick up your car rental upon arrival at the airport and dropping it back a few days early to enjoy your arrival/departure city worry free is their advice on the way to do it! Tune in as she shares how they plan and why you should utilize this strategy as well!
-
Beginner’s Guide To Disney World
Jenn loves Disney, we all know this BUT we wanted to take all of her knowledge and know-how and share it with you all so that you can make the most of your first trip!All of the info we share is up to date for June 2023 so please check resources as you are planning to be sure nothing has changed since recording!Jenn shares info about parks and Genie + and the best time of year to go and SO MUCH MORE so if you are planning your first trip or you haven’t been in a while, this episode is for you!!
-
What Are Bereavement Fares & How To Get Them
Join us on this Travel Tip Tuesday as Jenn shares information we hope you never need – the process of attaining a bereavement fare and what exactly that might get you. We talk about Air Canada and WestJet and some US options for the fares as well. It is a process and one that might seem like a lot if you are experiencing a loss yet it is good information to have just in case!
-
Preparing For A Medical Emergency Abroad
We are joined on this week’s episode by voice actor and theatre performer Shana Pennington-Baird. Shana is from Seattle, Washington however on a trip to Europe while traveling alone she suffered a medical emergency and how she turned it into an audio dramedy and also an actual theatre production, Broken Wide Open! Join us as Shana hilariously recounts her experience in several Irish hospitals, Irish medical care and just how much tea you are served while in that care! She shares how having an aortic dissection abroad has changed her life in so many ways and how attitude and humor are everything! An episode not to be missed!
-
Edelweiss Inn, Middleton Nova Scotia
Meggan shares with us about her recent stay at the Edelweiss Inn near Middleton, Nova Scotia. Inn owner Barbara bought the Inn and moved to NS a few years ago, thinking it would be a quick renovation and she would be able to open – turns out the Inn needed a ton of work and it took much longer than expected. The summer of 2023 is their first full season and the team is eager to welcome you! Edelweiss Inn is set on 63 acres of peaceful property with an adjoining German Restaurant with authentic German food. There are 9 rooms and breakfast is included PLUS we give you a discount…
-
Experiencing The Antigonish Highland Games
Join us as we chat with Dan from the Antigonish Highland Society (founded in 1861) as he fills us in on the Antigonish Highland Games which take place each year in Antigonish, Nova Scotia. This year July 2-9, 2023 you can visit and stay in Antigonish for a week-long celebration of Scottish heritage, which includes a street fair, highland dancing, concerts and of course the weekend Scottish Heavy Events! These games are one of Nova Scotia’s biggest summer events and not to be missed.
