Join us as Rory’s parents share their favorite travel experiences, memorable adventures, and lessons learned along the way. Discover tips, inspiration, and insights to help you create meaningful and unforgettable journeys of your own.  

Piggybacking on last week's episode, we explore generations of vacations and share the lasting benefits of family travel.

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Join us as we explore ways to create unforgettable family travel experiences. Discover tips for making lasting memories, engaging activities that kids will love, and strategies to ensure your summer adventures stay in their hearts—and yours—forever. 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

A U.S. Travel Association survey discovered that not only do family vacations create lasting memories, but also that one's most vivid childhood recollections are of family vacations.

Episode 84: The Powerful Influences of Grandma and Travel - Interview with Aaron Schlein - Part 1
https://podcast.theroamies.com/263670/5182495
Episode 85: Grandma and Intentional Travel- Interview with Aaron Schlein - Part 2
https://podcast.theroamies.com/263670/5182495

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Join us as we share our planning process for an unforgettable European summer tour. Discover practical tips, budgeting strategies, and booking insights to help you plan your own stress-free and memorable European adventure. 

Our Strategy and Approach to Booking our Summer Tour in Europe
Mentioned in this episode:
Momondo.com
Southwest.com


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Check out these summer trends. If you haven't yet booked and planned your  your travel, these trends can help inspire you on where to go and what to do. Trends also help  direct you based on if you are a crowd person or whether you want your privacy and space. :)



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Join us as we explore the latest attractions, hidden gems, and exciting experiences in Nashville. Discover tips, recommendations, and inspiration to make your own visit to Music City unforgettable. 

Rosepepper.com
Nashville Metro Parks
Centennial Park
Big Band in The Park
Harpeth State Park Hidden Lake
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Join us as we break down what travelers can expect during busy holiday weekends. Discover practical tips for navigating flights, avoiding delays, and making your summer travel smoother, less stressful, and more enjoyable. 

Happy Memorial Day! 
We love and honor our military and their families. 

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Join us as we explore the grandeur and history of Hearst Castle. Discover tips for touring this iconic landmark, learn fascinating stories behind its architecture and art, and gain inspiration for making your own visit truly memorable.  

http://www.HearstCastle.org

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Join us as we guide you through the best spots to enjoy spring blooms across Southern California. Discover scenic locations, practical tips, and insider insights to make your floral adventure vibrant, relaxing, and unforgettable.  

The Huntington Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CA
Santa Barbara Botanical Garden, Santa Barbara, CA (and then visit Hurst Castle- which'll tell you about in Episode 177!)
Descanso Gardens, Flintridge, CA
The Japanese Garden, Balboa Park, CA
Botanic Gardens at Balboa Park, San Diego, CA

Also Mentioned in this Episode:
www.missouribotanicalgarden.org
Turo
Soda Stream


NO CAL:
Filoli, Woodside, CA
San Francisco Botanical Gardens, San Francisco, CA

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Botanical Gardens are a wonderful destination/attraction for SPRING, ideas, covid-friendly, walking- nature - combines walking and nature- beauty- captures the culture of a city through its foliage, and flora. 


Portland Japanese Garden, Portland, OR
Portland Rose Test Garden, Portland, OR
Washington Park Arboretum, Seattle, WA
Bellevue Botanical Garden, Bellevue, WA
CITY WEBSITES: Bellevue Botanical Garden,  AND Bellevue Botanical Garden-

ALSO MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
PREPDECK
The Container Denise Gave Me
Similar Item 1
Similar Item 2 - Collapsible


If you're super ambitious, you can add these gardens from North Cali to your itinerary:

NO CAL:
Filoli, Woodside, CA
San Francisco Botanical Gardens, San Francisco, CA

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Join us as we explore the most beautiful botanical gardens in Florida and nearby regions. Discover stunning blooms, must-see attractions, and practical tips to plan a spring road trip that’s vibrant, relaxing, and full of inspiration.  

FLORIDA:

FAIRCHILD TROPICAL BOTANIC GARDENS, Coral Gables, FL
 Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

NAPLES BOTANICAL GARDENS, Naples, FL

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, Gainesville, Florida

IF YOU’RE FEELING JIGGY…
Extend your road trip beyond Florida into:

ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDENS, Atlanta, GA


Brookgreen Gardens, Myrtle Beach, SC
Sculpture gardens, a huge collection of actual outdoor sculptures by 300 of the best sculptors in the US. AND… A FULL ZOO!

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