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The Ultimate Guide to Shoulder Season Travel: Pros, Cons & Tips
We are big fans of shoulder season travel here at the Travel Mug Podcast, but what does shoulder season really mean, and why should you consider it? We are excited to be joined by Susan Catto from Travelzoo Canada to chat about this topic! Susan is well-travelled and works in the business, so we are excited for her to share her expertise. There are lots of things to consider, including what type of trip you want to have, who your travel companions are, the weather, what is open/closed, and so much more! Shoulder season certainly has its myths, and we are here to bust them, but one thing that was…
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The Best Career For Travel Lovers
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have a career that fully immerses you in travel? Actually being out in the world while earning money…for some, this is the dream, but how and what career should you choose? Join us on this episode as we dive into some careers you could embark upon that could allow you to travel the world, or even your country for that matter, while earning. There are quite a few options with a lot of things to keep in mind, as you would still be working; it isn’t quite all fun and games, but would it be better for you than a…
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The Ultimate Guide to Long-Term Travel with a Baby
If you have listened to the podcast for a while, you know that we do not have children, so we were thrilled when Riana from Teaspoon of Adventure reached out wanting to discuss travel with children. Riana, her husband, new baby and their dog set out on a nine-month adventure during parental leave to explore some of Europe. This was an idea that sprouted quite a few years before they decided to have a child, and they saved and planned and dreamed. Riana had travelled extensively prior to becoming a mother and wanted to spend time out in the world with her family, and that dream became a reality. Tune…
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Mastering Aeroplan and Air Canada Status
We are excited to be joined by Geoff from Abeam Travel and do a deep dive into Air Canada’s travel program, including status! Geoff has been nerding out on the Air Canada programs for years, and we are thrilled he joined us to share all he has learned. We talk about different ways to earn travel miles, what those miles could get you, what the different tiers of status with Air Canada are and how those can be used to your advantage. He is also a great travel agent, so if you are in need of someone to help your travel dreams come true, Geoff is your guy!
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Can Airlines Add a Fuel Surcharge After You Book?
There is a lot going on right now, and so much of it has to do with the talk of oil, including jet fuel, so Jenn wanted to know – can airlines add a fuel surcharge once you have already bought your ticket? Tune in to find out, but one thing we do know for sure is that airline prices and fees are rising, and while it is unfortunate, it is also a reality. If you have summer or fall travel plans, you may want to seriously consider booking your flights as soon as possible and tune in to find out if your ticket is safe from extra charges once…
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How We Reset After a Rough Travel Day
Travel is so many things, including wonderful, exhilarating, educational, and it can also be rough! Whether it is anxiety, illness, transportation issues or other logistics, things do not always go according to plan, and sometimes that just has to be ok. Tune into this episode as we each discuss what can make travel days rough and how we deal with them. One thing that was an underlying theme in this episode is communication, preparedness, and acceptance, and we hope you take something away to help you when you also have a rough travel day.
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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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Medications That Are Illegal to Bring to Japan
Tune into this episode if you travel with prescription medication, because while this episode is about Japan specifically, it is also food for thought to ensure that you research any travel destination when traveling with medication. Jenn shares that it is actually illegal to bring in some medications, others require forms to be filled out, and some medications, if brought into the country illegally, can lead to arrest and even imprisonment. Let us share this super important information with you: what you need to know and how you can avoid the worst-case scenario when bringing certain medications into Japan.
