Boats, Beaches, Bars, & Beyond

This is definitely our first BEYOND episode. We just purchased a Tesla Model 3, and share why we love it so much! We cover the safety features - did you know it’s rated the safest vehicle on the road ever?!?! Can we talk about autopilot? This thing is so fun to drive! It’s Electric! Fast, inexpensive to drive, and did I mention FUN?!?!?! We discuss charging and road tripping with a Tesla. We cover maintenance, or the lack thereof, all of the hidden easter eggs, cool tech, and did I mention it’s Sooooooo Fun! Also - now find us on Podcoin #podcoin

In this episode we discuss vacationing in the Great Smoky Mountains. Whether you’re into tent camping, RV’ing, resort life, or getting off the grid in a rustic cabin, there’s something for everyone in the Smokies. We cover everything from hiking to go cart racing. Get back to nature in Cades Cove, Greenbrier, and Elkmont, or get your thrills on at a rollercoaster at Dollywood. We’ll introduce you to the sights, sounds, and cuisine of Appalachia and the Great Smoky Mountains. Take a trip with us back to where I come from...

Today we bring things just a little closer to home, and discuss vacationing in the Northwest Florida Beaches, and specifically the area that has become known as 30A. We’ll touch on the rise in popularity of Seaside, FL as a result of the movie The Truman Show, Navarre Beach and the best pizza you’ll ever lay your hands on, Road Trips Airports and how to get to 30A, Paddle Boarding, Pontoon Boat Rentals, the tragic fire at Red Bar, hanging out at The Hub@30A, other locally owned restaurants and downtown Seaside, sea turtles, and VRBO rentals, just to name a few topics. This is episode 12 of the show, and we’re so grateful for everyone that has come along with us on this journey. Be sure to share our show with your friends and family, and check us out on Instagram @boatsbeachesbarsandbeyond or on Facebook @boatsbeaches You can also drop us an email at [email protected] We’d love to hear from you!

Today we invite James & Tawanda Maxwell onto the show to discuss their unique perspective of vacationing in Hawaii Like a local. We discuss whale watching in Maui, planning your flight and the Southwest Airlines factor, Hawaiian culture and giving back to the islands - the Brady Bunch paradox, peaceful mornings in Waikiki, deciding where to stay, the Road To Hana, Hollywood and Hawaii, eating like a local, and a Hawaiian bucket list

Today we discuss returning to Music City and the cold weather, filming a music video for the new band King Calaway, how our dog Jack took over Regal Boats social media today, the hilarious antics of Just June, booking Faster To The Fun for VIP access while onboard, debarkation timing, and the all important cruise survey.

Day 7 aboard the Carnival Miracle. Today we discuss our last day at sea, brand loyalty, the platinum/diamond VIP party, sea day and port excursions, a few last minute packing tips, what to do if you get seasick aboard, the debarkation process, and port transportation.

Day 6 aboard the Carnival Miracle. Today we discuss our stop in Grand Cayman, snorkeling the wreck of the Ex-USS Kitty Wake & Cheeseburger Reef with Cayman Diving, things to do while in port in Grand Cayman, and a quick recap of some of the island’s top excursions.

Day 5 aboard the Carnival Miracle. Today we discuss our stop in Roatan Honduras, horseback riding into the Caribbean Sea, things to do while in port in Roatan/Mahogany Bay, and a quick recap of some of the island’s top excursions.

Day 4 on the Carnival Miracle. Today we discuss the unBelizable island of Caye Caulker, and our excursion with Exotic Shore Excursions of Belize, staying on ship time, celebrating sunrises and sunsets on the water, exploring the port, and why it’s best to book your excursion with the ship.

Carnival Miracle Day 3 in Cozumel. We discuss internet on the ship, dining options for those with dietary restrictions, Cozumel excursions versus staying on the ship, and we offer up a few more travel tips to help you on your way.