The ROAMies Podcast

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.  

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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:
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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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Join us as we explore the most beautiful botanical gardens across the Northeast. Discover breathtaking blooms, insider tips, and must-see spots to plan a spring or summer adventure that’s both inspiring and memorable. 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
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Join us as we guide you through a specially curated Texas botanical travel triangle. Discover stunning gardens, must-see spots, and practical tips to plan a vibrant, relaxing, and unforgettable adventure. 

TEXAS:
SAN ANTONIO:
San Antonio BOTANICAL GARDEN, San Antonio, TX

Greater HOUSTON AREA:
South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center, Corpus Christi, TX
Mercer Botanic Gardens, Humble, TX
Hermann Park Japanese Garden, Houston, TX


DALLAS:
The DALLAS ARBORETUM & BOTANICAL GARDEN, Dallas, TX
Texas Discovery Gardens, Dallas, TX
Fort Worth Botanic Garden, Ft Worth, TX:  The oldest botanic garden in Texas, established in 1934. Fort Worth’s Botanic Gardens are home to more than 2,500 species of plants in its 23 specialty gardens on 109 acres. It includes the world-renowned Japanese Garden featuring craft stonework, dramatic waterfalls, and captivating hillsides. There's also a 10,000-square-foot Conservatory with winding paths of luxuriant tropical foliage.


WHILE IN WACO....
Magnolia
Mill-King Market and Creamery
Homestead Heritage
World Hunger Relief, Inc.
Baylor


AUSTIN AREA:
Zilker Botanical Garden, Austin
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
Mayfield Park and Nature Reserve

On your way back to San Antonio, take the really long scenic route back
to experience bluebonnets in Marble Falls, Johnson City, and Fredericksburg.

Bring Home Some BOUDIN with you next time you visit the Greater Lake Charles area: https://www.facebook.com/Gillis-Meat-Market-159787380719764/

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Join us as we explore the most stunning botanical gardens in the United States. Discover the best spots to see seasonal blooms, practical tips for visiting, and inspiration for planning your own vibrant springtime adventures. 

London Botanical Gardens to Check out This Spring
Kew Gardens
Kensington Gardens
The Regent's Park
Hyde Park
St. James's Park

Winners of the TOP 5  BOTANICAL GARDENS IN THE US:
Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix, Arizona
New York Botanical Garden, Bronx, New York
Portland Japanese Garden, Portland, Oregon
Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe, Illinois
Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, Missouri

Also Mentioned in This Episode:
Brooklyn Botanical Garden, Brooklyn, New York
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Join us as we chat with Jonathan from World Hunger Relief about ways to turn your travels into meaningful experiences. Discover practical tips and inspiring ideas for making a positive, lasting impact while exploring the world.  

Thanks to Jonathan Grant, Executive Director of World Hunger Relief, Inc.
www.worldhungerrelief.org
DONATE: http://www.worldhungerrelief.org/give-1
SERVE: http://www.worldhungerrelief.org/group-volunteering
Make your next getaway meaningful and impactful. Not only for you and those you travel with, but also for the community and beyond. Plan a Waco getaway- visit Magnolia, Homestead Heritage, and Baylor University. Walk the Brazos and Hike in Cameron Park, and visit the Cameron Zoo. But most importantly, schedule time to visit and volunteer at World Hunger Relief. Help with the crops, the animals, the office, events, and beyond. When you give your time and talents, you get back a lifetime of memorable experiences and change lives for the better all at the same time. You'll learn about sustainable farming and take skills home with you that you can incorporate into your community and your own backyard.

TODAY'S TRAVEL TIP:
Episode 134:
Pick Your Own 
www.PickYourOwn.com
Helps you find Farms where you can pick your own produce.

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Join us as we explore the pros and cons of all-inclusive vacations. Discover practical tips, insider insights, and considerations to help you decide if this type of getaway is the perfect fit for your next trip.  

"10 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in Montana"

A FEW websites that offer All-Inclusive Getaways and/or last-minute deals:
www.cheapcaribbean.com
www.lastminutetravel.com
www.gate1travel.com
www.RCI.com

Email us if you have any requests for future episodes, questions, and/or tips for growing an avocado tree in our yard in Texas! :) [email protected]



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