The Year of the Main Stage
Series: The 2026 Travel Forecast
Why is every flight to North America and Europe already booked for the summer of 2026? Welcome to the year of "Mainstage Tourism."In our season premiere, Scott Showalter breaks down why 2026 is officially the busiest year in travel history. Between the FIFA World Cup spanning three countries, the Winter Olympics in Italy, and the massive 250th anniversary of the United States, we are no longer traveling for the quiet—we’re traveling for the crowd.In this episode, we dive into:

• The Big Three: How the World Cup, Olympics, and US250 are redrawing the global travel map.
• The Gig-Tripping Evolution: Why travelers are choosing destinations based on tour dates rather than landmarks.
• Strategic Planning: How to navigate the "Sold Out" sign and find the hidden pockets of calm in a year of chaos.
• The Era of You: Why 2026 is moving away from "bucket lists" and toward high-impact, personal milestones.

Stop watching from the sidelines. Learn how to navigate the Year of the Main Stage without losing your mind (or your budget).Show Me Your Trips is your guide to the 2026 travel landscape. New episodes drop every Tuesday.


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🎅 Welcome to Santa's Chamber! 🎁
The journey ends where the magic begins!
After circling the globe for eleven episodes, Scott  has reached the final destination for The Global Christmas Countdown.

Join us for "Santa's Chamber"—the episode that synthesizes all the global gifts, folklore, spice, and gratitude we’ve found. It's not just a workshop; it's the beating heart of universal holiday spirit!
Tune in for the ultimate Christmas fantasy travel! 🌍✈️

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Dill-ightful Traditions! 🥒✨
Did you know the Christmas Pickle is a popular American tradition... that most Germans have never heard of? 🤣Join Scott Showalter as he dives into the hilarious and quirky history of this disputed ornament! It’s all about fun, surprise, and the joy of creating your own holiday narrative.
Find out why this little green guy brings so much luck!


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North Pole Alert! 🚨
We've arrived at the TRUE official home of Santa Claus: Lapland, Finland! 🎅✈️
Join Scott  for "The Arctic Circle," our tenth stop! We're exploring the silence of Christmas Peace, the magic of the Northern Lights, and the real reason Finns visit the cemetery on Christmas Eve. It's a journey to the heart of Christmas wonder!

Next stop: A bit of a Big Dill!


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FINNISH SAUNA: The Core of Christmas Peace! 🕯️
You've heard of Santa's home, but did you know Christmas in Finland starts with steam? ❄️
Join Scott Showalter as The Global Christmas Countdown takes a reflective pause in the Joulusauna. Discover this ancient, purifying ritual where Finns cleanse body and mind before the Christmas Eve feast. Learn about the mythical Sauna Elf, the importance of silence, and why this hot tradition in a cold land is the ultimate form of holiday gratitude.

It’s more than a bath—it’s the soul of Finnish Christmas!


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🤯 Wait, you HIT the log until it POOPS presents?! 🤯
Forget boring holiday traditions! Scott Showalter is diving into one of the most wonderfully weird Christmas customs in the world: the Tió de Nadal from Catalonia, Spain! 🇪🇸
Meet the smiling, blanket-covered log that you feed for weeks. Then, on Christmas Eve, the kids grab sticks, sing a special song, and literally order the log to... well, you know! 💩🎁Tune in to The Global Christmas Countdown and find out why the 'pooping log' is a cherished holiday ritual!


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Dear Santa... this is where the magic begins! 🇨🇦✉️
Scott  takes us to Canada for "North Pole Post" and the heartwarming tradition where Canada Post ensures every letter to Santa gets a reply. Discover the secret of the magical postal code H0H 0H0 and the incredible volunteers who make this global kindness a reality!
It’s the ultimate feel-good travel story for the holidays. 🎄


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The Global Christmas Countdown, lights up Scandinavia for St. Lucia Day! 🇸🇪
Join Scott as he explores the stunning, symbolic tradition where young women clad in white and crowns of candles bring light, song, and saffron buns to the darkest time of year. Learn the history behind this beautiful holiday of hope!


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Trading snowmen for sandcastles! 🏖️
It’s episode five of The Global Christmas Countdown, and Scott  is checking in from the scorching hot beaches of Australia!Forget the heavy roast and the fireplace—Christmas Down Under means throwing shrimp (or prawns!) on the barbie, hitting the waves, and seeing a Surfboard Santa! 🎅🏄‍♂️

Tune in to discover why the Aussie Christmas is all about sunshine, seafood, and adapting traditions to suit the 40-degree heat.


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Pasta, Fish, and a Flying Witch! 🇮🇹
We're diving into the unique volumes of an Italian Christmas! Learn about the spectacular, meatless Feast of the Seven Fishes and discover the legend of La Befana—the broom-riding figure who delivers sweets (or coal!) on Epiphany!
This episode is packed with spice and tradition! 🎅🧹

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