With beautiful coastal scenery, quaint seaside communities, and a wealth of cultural heritage, Nova Scotia can be an epic vacation destination for history buffs, lovers of the great outdoors - or really anyone! Meggan and Jenn from The Travel Mug Podcast join Stevie to talk about Nova Scotia and the opportunities it holds for travelers.

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Published on 8/2/24

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0:00 - Intro
2:36 - Where Nova Scotia is Located and Basic Things About the Province
5:40 - What is Nova Scotia Like Throughout Different Seasons of the Year?
8:16 - Things to Include on a Nova Scotia Itinerary During the Warmer Months
10:38 - Things to Include on a Nova Scotia Itinerary During the Colder Months
14:20 - Unique Dishes Nova Scotia is Known For
17:09 - Some of the Biggest Cities or Most Popular Areas in Nova Scotia for Visitors
19:57 - A Closer Look at Cape Breton
24:34 - Hidden Gems in Nova Scotia
29:00 - Stay Connected with The Travel Mug Podcast
31:31 - Jenn & Meggan are a Students of Travel

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With its gorgeous coastline Cornwall, England, is a mesmerizing travel destination with plenty of hidden gems to discover. Joining the show to talk about Cornwall are Emma and Steffan from the In Wanderment travel and photography blog.

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Published on 7/5/24

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0:00 - Intro
1:54 - Where Cornwall is Located and What the Area is Known For
3:07 - Is Cornwall Busy All Year?
4:00 - The Godrevy Lighthouse and What Makes it Worth Visiting
6:59 - Visiting the Cornish Seal Sanctuary
11:28 - Enjoying the Sunset at Botallack Mine
14:47 - St Micheals Mount
18:14 - The Fishing Town of Porthleven
20:49 - The Legendary Kynance Cove
24:14 - Watching a Sunset at Lands End
27:32 - What is a Cornish Pasty?
29:02 - Stay Connected with In Wanderment
33:45 - Steffan & Emma are a Students of Travel

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• How to Spend a Weekend in Cornwall – A 2-Day Itinerary

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Every year, tons of tourists head to Waikiki for its world-class surfing, exciting nightlife, and diverse cultural offerings. Tori Mitchell from Tori Pines Travels joins Stevie to talk about some ideas for spending time in Waikiki.

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Published on 6/28/24

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0:00 - Intro
1:48 - Where in Hawaii is Waikiki and How Much of a Tourist Hot Spot is it?
2:42 - Hotel Options in Waikiki
4:06 - Taking a Surf Lesson in Waikiki
7:46 - Going on a Sunset Cruise in Waikiki
9:30 - Catching a Sunrise or Sunset in Waikiki
11:35 - Visiting the Honolulu Zoo
12:49 - Stay Connected with Tori Pines Travels
16:16 - Tori Mitchell is a Student of Travel

Read Tori's Waikiki Blog Post

• 23 Fun Things to do in Waikiki Beach, Hawaii: Best Activities and Food!

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The coastal city of Valencia, Spain is known for having delicious food, great beaches and many historic sites to explore. Jan Oberson from Jan Adventures joins Destinations Beyond Expectations to talk about why Valencia is such a unique place to visit.

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Published on 6/21/24

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0:00 - Intro
1:55 - Where Valencia is Located Within Spain
2:34 - The City of Arts and Sciences
4:59 - The Central Market and The Silk Exchange
7:36 - What to Know About Visiting the Church of San Nicolás de Bari
9:25 - The Food in Valencia
14:36 - What it's Like to Explore the Turia Nature Park
17:45 - The Beaches Near Valencia
19:57 - Stay Connected with Jan Adventures
24:05 - Jan Oberson is a Student of Travel

Read Jan's Valencia Blog Post

• 3 Days in Valencia Spain

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While visitors have the opportunity to enjoy gorgeous blue lakes, a variety of animals, and an array of incredible outdoor activities, the truth is, Banff can get expensive. Caitlin Laurent joins Destinations Beyond Expectations to share how accommodation options, food choices, free activities, traveling during shoulder seasons and more can help you save money on a Banff adventure.

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Published on 6/14/24

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0:00 - Intro
2:31 - Can a Banff Trip Get Expensive?
3:06 - Ways to Save Money on Accommodations in Banff
6:25 - Cutting Costs Through Food Options in Banff
8:35 - Free Hikes and Outdoor Activities Around Banff
11:36 - How Bundling in Banff can Lead to Savings
12:34 - Saving Some Dough on Transportation in Banff
14:54 - Is it Worth it to See Banff in the Off-Season?
16:51 - Stay Connected with Caitlin Laurent
19:25 - Caitlin Laurent is a Student of Travel

Read Caitlin's Banff Blog Post

• Banff on a Budget - Money saving tips from a local!

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Every year the historic city of Rome wows a huge number of visitors. Today Stevie is joined by Phylicia Stitzel from The Backpacker Mom who talks about some ideas for how to spend 3 days in Rome.

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Published on 6/7/24

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0:00 - Intro
2:01 - Is 3 Days in Rome a Good Amount of Time for a Visitor?
3:09 - Day 1 in Rome (Time-Traveling in Ancient Rome)
5:04 - The View from Palatine Hill
6:22 - Food and Hydration Tips for Traveling in Rome
9:18 - What its Like to See the Pantheon
11:14 - Day 2 in Rome (The Vatican City Extravaganza)
14:19 - Pre-Purchasing Tickets for Vatican Museums
15:31 - Dress Code in Vatican City
16:37 - Supplì (Fried Risotto Balls)
17:45 - Day 3 in Rome (Basking in the Roman Culture)
20:32 - Does the Trevi Fountain have Tourists All Throughout the Day?
21:24 - Packing Tips for 3 Days in Rome
23:40 - Stay Connected with The Backpacker Mom
28:19 - Phylicia Stitzel is a Student of Travel

Read Phylicia's Rome Blog Post

• Can You Conquer Rome in Just 3 Days? Let’s Find Out!

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Mexico City is the biggest city in North America, and it has no shortage of delicious food, vibrant neighborhoods, and fun adventures to discover. Becca Siegel from Half Half Travel joins the show to talk bout Mexico City and three great day trips.

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Published on 5/31/24

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0:00 - Intro
2:35 - Describing Mexico City to Someone Who's Never Been
4:05 - The Presence of English in Mexico City
5:48 - The Main Neighborhoods of Mexico City
10:31 - The Food Scene in Mexico City and Eating as a Vegetarian
16:02 - Unique and Cool Cafes in Mexico City
18:42 - Safety in Mexico City for Women and More Safety Tips for Travelers
24:05 - Unique Places in Mexico City that are Off the Beaten Path
28:10 - A Day Trip to the Teotihuacán Pyramids
30:32 - A Day Trip to Tepoztlán Pueblo Mágico
32:26 - A Day Trip to Xochimilco
34:54 - Stay Connected with Half Half Travel
40:14 - Becca Siegel is a Student of Travel

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• The Ultimate Mexico City Travel Guide (51 Best Things to Do and See)
• Where to Stay in Mexico City (The Best Neighborhoods)
• Best Tacos and Gluten-Free Food in Mexico City
• 25 of the Best Mexico City Cafes Worth Visiting
• Is Mexico City Safe for Travel in 2024?
• 20 Unique and Memorable Day Trips from Mexico City

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Located in the Indian Ocean, the country of Sri Lanka is full of tasty tea, fascinating wildlife and much more to discover. Valerie Edman from Cultured Travel joins the show to talk more about Sri Lanka and some of the unique things you can do there during a visit.

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Published on 5/10/24

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0:00 - Intro
2:09 - Where is Sri Lanka?
3:05 - What's the Weather Like in Sri Lanka?
3:51 - The Rangiri Dambulla Cave Temples
5:36 - Sri Lanka's Tea Culture
7:19 - Some of the Ways to Get Around Sri Lanka
9:12 - Some of the National Parks and Wildlife in Sri Lanka
10:20 - Cool & Unique Lodging Options
12:54 - The Type of Food Sri Lanka is Known For
14:36 - Stay Connected with Cultured Travel

Read Valerie's Sri Lanka Blog Post

• Journey Through Sri Lanka: Unforgettable Encounters And Experiences

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