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Barcelona Adventures: Tips and Recommendations
Join us as Meggan recounts her recent 8-day stay in Barcelona, Spain! She was able to experience the sights and vibrant culture of this amazing city from the Sagrada Familia to the National Palace and everything in between! She was able to experience the culture of eating Tapas and talks about the great, non-touristy neighbourhood she stayed in and how she got around the city during her stay! Tune in for all of the ins and outs, and tips and tricks to help you plan your trip to Barcelona!
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Cross-Packing Strategies
The thrill of a traveller when they see their luggage on the baggage carousel is euphoric, knowing you will have your stuff, but also that you don’t have to go through the hassle of getting compensation and possibly being without your belongings during your travels. Cross-packing is a great idea to help minimize this fear! Cross-packing comes into play when you are travelling with more than two bags, and each person packs some of their stuff in each other’s bag so that if someone’s luggage is lost, you won’t be without all of your things. Jenn doesn’t do exactly this, but has another tip to share and has Meggan ever…
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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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Should You Visit The Top Tourist Spots?
When exploring somewhere new, you always want to take in as much as possible and see & do all the things, but do you have to? In this Travel Tip Tuesday, we talk about how to find a balance between seeing some of the things while also staying true to what you are interested in. Do you look up the top attractions and then choose a few? Are you the kind of person who doesn’t feel like you have been somewhere unless you see ALL there is to do? Finding a happy medium between must-see and ‘what do I actually enjoy?’ can be hard, but definitely doable!
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Six Affordable Places to Travel in 2026
There is a big world out there with so much to explore, but these days it feels like you cannot leave home without spending a minimum of $50 – it costs a lot of money to exist. If you love to travel, how can you do it all? Join us on this episode of the Travel Mug Podcast as we have a little fun comparing some expensive spots with potentially cheaper alternatives that maybe you hadn’t considered. We need to do what we can to afford to live, and if travel is a priority for you, switching up your destination to a cheaper location could help you afford to do…
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Pros and Cons of Extreme Day Trips
Extreme day trips are growing in popularity! Would you take a flight for the day by leaving early and returning home late at night? What would it take for you to do this? We also dive into the pros and cons of this idea because, like with anything, there are reasons why ‘heck yeah’ you should do it and also, why in the world would you!? It’s an interesting one – let us know what you think!
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Exploring National Parks and All 50 States with Matt Tory
Matt is a writer and filmmaker based in California, and he has recently released a book called “Go See America,” chronicling his adventures visiting all 50 states and every national park in the contiguous United States. Before writing the book, Matt wrote and directed a wide range of films and streaming series, including the comedy series The Beech Boys as well as the mockumentary We Make Movies, which was called “one of the best films of the year” by Cinescape Magazine. Tune in to hear about his adventures throughout the USA!
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Why Book a Hotel For Your Arrival Morning
If you are anything like us, you cannot sleep sitting up! A plane or a bus is not where you find comfort and the ability to have a good sleep. This can be particularly tough when taking an overnight flight to a new location where all you want to do is sleep, but also see all the things on your first day. Tune in as we give you a quick idea on how you can grab some shut-eye early and then get out and seize the vacation day! Podcast Transcript Thank you so much for all your support. We love making this podcast, and it truly is a labour of…
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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.
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Sonder Apartment Hotels Review
Jenn recently went on a true Canadian trip to our nation’s capital, Ottawa, and also headed over to Montreal by train. When travelling, where you stay can sometimes make or break your trip, but you don’t want it to break your bank account. So, while trip planning, Jenn came across the hotel brand Sonder. Sonder started in Montreal and has locations worldwide, including Ottawa and Montreal. Join us as Jenn gives her feedback on her experience, introduces us to the brand and answers the question – should you give Sonder a try?!
