Destinations Beyond Expectations

Berlin is a dynamic city that’s known for its famous sites like Museum Island and the East Side Gallery. Joining Stevie on the podcast to talk about some of Berlin’s top sites to see is Claire Waggoner from the Tall Girl Big World blog.

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Published on 12/20/24
 
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0:00 - Intro
1:46 - What About Berlin Makes it an Exciting City to Visit?
2:44 - Areas to Stay in Berlin
3:38 - Alexanderplatz and the TV Tower
6:16 - Museum Island
8:24 - Gendarmenmarkt 
9:58 - The East Side Gallery
11:37 - Stay Connected with Tall Girl Big World
13:41 - Claire Waggoner  is a Student of Travel

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When you travel, have you ever though about how you can leave a place better than you found it? Today’s episode features Susanna Shankar, AKA Sooz, from Curiosity Saves Travel, who joins Stevie for a discussion on the idea of regenerative tourism.

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Published on 12/13/24
 
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0:00 - Intro
2:34 - What the Term Regenerative Tourism Actually Means
6:19 - How Long has the Concept of Regenerative Tourism been Around?
9:27 - The Core Principals of Regenerative Tourism
13:25 - The Differences Between Sustainable Travel and Regenerative Travel
17:57 - A Closer Look at Examples of Regenerative Tourism 
21:26 - Can Regenerative Tourism Help to Diminish Overtourism Issues?
22:59 - It Takes Everyone Involved to Make Regenerative Tourism Happen
24:15 - Regenerative Travel Tips for Travelers
29:37 - Responsibility as it Relates to Regenerative Tourism
30:47 - Final Messages on Regenerative Tourism
31:55 - How to Choose a Regenerative Destination
33:08 - Stay Connected with Curiosity Saves Travel
35:02 - Susanna Shankar is a Student of Travel

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• What is Regenerative Tourism 101: Tips and Everything Travelers Need to Know

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Whether it’s a tiny town with mining history like Silver Plume or a college town like Boulder, you can find stunning scenery, fun outdoor activities and unique history in the communities that are in close proximity to the Mile-High City. Katie Chavez from The World on my Necklace travel blog sits down with Stevie to talk about some of the fascinating towns that aren’t too far from Denver.

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Published on 12/6/24
 
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0:00 - Intro
2:17 - What Made Katie Put Together A Blog Post About Towns Near Denver?
2:58 - Boulder, CO
4:23 - Idaho Springs, CO
6:15 - Golden, CO
8:50 - Morrison, CO
10:43 - Silver Plume, CO
12:32 - Fort Collins, CO
14:04 - Stay Connected with The World on my Necklace
15:31 - Katie Chavez is a Student of Travel

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• 11 Mountain Towns Near Denver You Have To Visit (1 Hour or Less)

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Known for its Jazz history, tasty food and Mardi Gras celebration, there is nowhere in the world quite like New Orleans! Joining Stevie to talk more about some exciting things to do in New Orleans is Liz Wood from the Roaming with Red blog.

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Published on 11/29/24
 
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0:00 - Intro
2:02 - New Orleans Never Gets Old
3:56 - The Experience of Riding the Streetcar in New Orleans
7:52 - Some of the Delicious Food that New Orleans is Known For
11:19 - The Cemeteries in New Orleans
15:26 - The Garden District
17:53 - Frenchmen Street
22:12 - Magazine Street
24:39 - What is City Park Like?
29:09 - Stay Connected with Roaming with Red
32:08 - Liz Wood is a Student of Travel

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• What to Do on Your First Trip to New Orleans

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Today’s conversation is going to take us to three magical areas of Costa Rica - Manuel Antonio, Monteverde, and La Fortuna. Jessy Vanpoperinghe from The Worried Wanderer blog stops by the show to walk us through some of the key stops on a trip she took to Costa Rica, which included hiking around a volcano, sipping chocolate tea, ziplining through the clouds, and much more.

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Published on 11/8/24
 
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0:00 - Intro
2:03 - Is Costa Rica Worth Visiting?
3:26 - The Baldi Hot Springs Resort
5:23 - The La Fortuna Waterfall
7:16 - The Tabacon Hot Springs 
8:38 - Hiking Near Arenal Volcano
10:30 - A Chocolate and Coffee Tour with Northfields Cafe
12:28 - Seeing Incredible Animals on a Night Tour in Monteverde
14:54 - Ziplining and Walking Along the Hanging Bridges at Sky Adventures
18:21 - Stopping by Cafe Colibri
20:05 - The Shana by the Beach Hotel
21:56 - What You can See or Do if You're Visiting Manuel Antonio National Park
24:00 - Stay Connected with The Worried Wanderer
25:30 - Jessy Vanpoperinghe is a Student of Travel

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• 9 Day Costa Rica Itinerary

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The towns around Italy’s Amalfi Coast are certainly worth a visit because of their delicious Italian food, historic sites, and gorgeous coastline views. Joining Stevie for a conversation about some of the stunning Amalfi Coast towns for visitors to explore is Madison Krigbaum from the Madison’s Footsteps blog.

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Published on 11/1/24
 
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0:00 - Intro
1:43 - Where is the Amalfi Coast and How to Get There From Rome
2:39 - Packing Tips for Someone Looking to Plan an Amalfi Coast Trip
3:33 - The Best Time of Year to Visit the Amalfi Coast
4:23 - Sorrento Itinerary Ideas
5:47 - Positano and What You can Experience There
7:47 - Capri and Suggestions for Someone Who's Visiting
9:20 - Visiting Pompeii and Some Top Recommendations to Check Out
10:38 - Stay Connected with Madison's Footsteps
12:26 - Madison Krigbaum is a Student of Travel

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• The Perfect 5 day Amalfi Coast Itinerary

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During the Christmas season, Strasbourg, France becomes a winter paradise, with its historic Christmas market, sparkling lights, and spectacular wintery experiences. Friend of the show Jen Ciesielski from the Dabbling in Jet Lag blog joins Stevie today to explain more about why Strasbourg, France is such a magical place to be in during the holiday season.

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Published on 10/25/24
 
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0:00 - Intro
1:51 - Where Strasbourg is Located Within France and Basic Info About the City
3:33 - What Makes Strasbourg a Great Place to Visit in December?
4:55 - The Experience of Visiting the Strasbourg Christmas Market
8:59 - The Enchanting Neighborhood of La Petite, France
12:41 - Dabbling in Traditional Cuisine from Alsace and the Maison Kammerzell
17:34 - Day Trips Near Strasbourg in December
21:17 - Other Tips for Visiting Strasbourg During the Winter
24:01 - Stay Connected with Dabbling in Jet Lag

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• 21 Amazing Things to Do in Strasbourg in December

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• France Travel Tips and Planning
• Alsace Travel Tips

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Lisbon is a popular European destination to visit because of its breathtaking views, energetic neighborhoods, and great nearby day trips. Joining Stevie to dive deeper into some of Lisbon’s amazing sights and things to do is Priscilla Rodriguez from the Priscilla Wanders travel blog.

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Published on 10/18/24
 
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0:00 - Intro
1:56 - Why Lisbon is a Favorite City for Many Travelers
3:50 - The Beauty of Downtown Lisbon
5:41 - Exploring the Time Out Market in Lisbon
6:52 - The São Jorge Castle
8:02 - Why Exploring Sintra on a Day Trip is a Great Option
11:00 - Pink Street and What you can Find and do There
11:53 - Stay Connected with Priscilla Wanders
14:58 - Priscilla Rodriguez is a Student of Travel

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• Quick Guide to Lisbon: Top 10 Must-Do Activities and Attractions

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Spain's breathtaking architecture, lively festivals, rich cultural legacy, and mouthwatering food make it an unforgettable tourist destination. Stopping by to talk about 5 highlights from her trip to Spain is blogger Summer Meddock.

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Published on 10/11/24
 
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0:00 - Intro
1:50 - Why Spain is a Memorable Travel Destination
4:50 - Basilica de La Sagrada
6:19 - The Picasso Museum
9:05 - Cathedral de Mallorca
11:02 - Park Guell
13:30 - La Casa de Robert Graves
18:04 - Stay Connected with Summer Meddock
19:55 - Summer Meddock is a Student of Travel

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• Exploring Spain's Rich History: Must-Visit Museums and Sites

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We all know Montreal is a popular city for tourists, but today we're putting the spotlight on two other nearby destinations in Quebec, Laval and Oka, that have a ton of great things to do. If you’re interested in learning more about Oka’s cheese, national park, and outdoor tranquility or Laval’s scrumptious food scene and exciting outdoor adventures, you’re in the right spot because Kathryn Dickson from Kathryn Anywhere joins DBE today to talk about Oka, Laval, and why both places are worth exploring on your next trip to Montreal.

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Published on 10/4/24
 
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0:00 - Intro
2:00 - Where Laval and Oka are Located
3:17 - What are Laval and Oka Known For?
5:34 - Is French Spoken in Laval and Oka?
8:27 - Immersia Laval
10:15 - Ferme Marineau
12:16 - Hiking and Kayaking at Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles
14:38 - The Food in Laval
17:38 - Oka National Park
22:28 - Vignoble Rivière du Chêne
24:24 - Distillerie Côte des Saints
26:55 - Oka Cheese and Must-Try Restaurants for Someone Visiting Oka
31:05 - Stay Connected with Kathryn Anywhere
34:00 - Kathryn Dickson is a Student of Travel

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