👉 Where to stay in Victoria, Vancouver Island: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-victoria/

👉 23 things to do on Vancouver Island: https://travellemming.com/vancouver-island-things-to-do/

Planning a trip to Vancouver Island, Canada? Don't go before watching this episode.

Cat lives in nearby Vancouver, BC, and shares everything a first-time visitor needs to know before they go. Is Vancouver Island safe? Where are the best places to visit? How do you even get to Vancouver Island? They cover all this and more.

They also chat about the best FOOD to sample on Vancouver Island.

Have a question about visiting Vancouver? Drop it in the comments 👇

📰 Articles from Travel Lemming:

-Where to Stay in Vancouver: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-vancouver/

-All Vancouver guides: https://travellemming.com/vancouver/

-All British Columbia guides: https://travellemming.com/british-columbia/

-Things to Do in BC: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-british-columbia/

-5 Day Vancouver Itinerary: https://travellemming.com/vancouver-itinerary/

-Day Trips from Vancouver: https://travellemming.com/day-trips-from-vancouver/

💻 Perspectives from TravelLemming.com

-Salt Spring Island: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/i-think-everyone-should-visit-salt-spring-island/

#VancouverIsland #VictoriaBC #BritishColumbia

Segment Timestamps

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:00:21 – Vancouver vs Vancouver Island: what's the difference?

00:02:20 – How to get to Vancouver Island

00:03:53 – Getting around the island

00:06:00 – Best things to do

00:07:22 – Victoria

00:08:23 – Tofino

00:09:13 – Hidden gem towns

00:10:37 – Nature, hiking & Gulf Islands

00:12:18 – Beaches

00:13:16 – Where to stay

00:14:30 – Budget tips

00:15:52 – Best time to visit

00:17:26 – Weather & rain

00:18:10 – Safety

00:19:06 – Must-try foods

00:21:09 – Local etiquette

00:22:38 – Final travel tips

00:24:17 – Why visit Vancouver Island?

What planning trips teaches kids 👉 https://travellemming.com/perspectives/i-let-my-kid-wander-freely-around-the-airport-here-are-my-reasons-why/

Nervous about traveling with your kids for the first time? In this episode, Betty chats with Travel Lemming creators Elizabeth & Claudicet as they share everything you need to know about traveling with kids.

Whether your kids are babies, toddlers, or a little older, they share how to plan for a vacation, planes vs road trips, finding kid-friendly activities, and their favorite family-friendly travel destinations.

Have a question about traveling with kids? Drop it in the comments 👇

📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com

-Things to do in Nashville with kids: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-nashville-with-kids/

-Things to do in Seattle with kids: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-seattle-with-kids/

-Things to do in Denver with kids: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-denver-with-kids/

-Things to do in Orlando with kids: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-orlando-with-kids/

🎙️ Other Links Mentioned:

-AutoCamp Cape Cod: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/autocamp-cape-cod-off-season/

-Benefits of letting kids wander freely around the airport: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/i-let-my-kid-wander-freely-around-the-airport-here-are-my-reasons-why/

#KidsTravel #TravelWithKids #FamilyTravel

Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Introduction & guest overview

00:02:38 – How travel changes through different kid stages

00:04:50 – How to prepare & plan trips with kids

00:07:00 – Surviving long flights & road trips

00:13:22 – Dealing with public meltdowns

00:15:11 – What parents overthink

00:16:35 – Budgeting & saving money with kids

00:20:06 – Is it worth traveling with kids too young to remember?

00:20:42 – Money saving tips for attractions

00:21:20 – What NOT to do when traveling with kids

00:22:22 – Chaotic travel stories

00:24:50 – Safety tips while traveling with kids

00:27:04 – Advice for first-time traveling parents

00:28:10 – Best time of year to travel with kids

00:30:02 – Best ways to get around with kids

00:31:11 – Final tips

00:32:49 – How travel has changed since having kids

00:34:41 – Favorite destinations with the kids

00:37:09 – The best thing about traveling with kids

In this episode, Lea Rose & Betty chat about all things North Carolina! Lea Rose was born & raised in North Carolina, and she shares essential things to know about the state + what you should know before visiting.

They chat about the three regions of North Carolina, how to stay safe, the top experiences you need to have, and so much more. Plus, Lea Rose shares what you need to know about North Carolinian food.

Have a question about North Carolina? Drop it in the comments 👇

📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com

-All North Carolina guides: https://travellemming.com/north-carolina/

-Best Things to Do in NC: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-north-carolina/

-Best Things to Do in Asheville: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-asheville/

-Asheville vs Charlotte: https://travellemming.com/asheville-vs-charlotte/

-Where to Stay in Asheville: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-asheville/

-Where to Stay in Charlotte: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-charlotte/

-Places to Visit in North Carolina: https://travellemming.com/places-to-visit-in-north-carolina/

-North Carolina Foods: https://travellemming.com/north-carolina-food/

-North Carolina Packing List: https://travellemming.com/north-carolina-packing-list/

-Towns in Western North Carolina: https://travellemming.com/towns-in-western-north-carolina/

📰 Perspectives from Travel Lemming.com

-Don't just visit Western North Carolina, experience it. Here's how: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/appalachian-culture-western-north-carolina/

#NorthCarolina #NorthCarolinaTravel #traveltips

Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Introduction & Overview

00:01:46 – Top Things To Do

00:09:17 – Must-Try Foods & Drinks

00:13:33 – Outer Banks

00:15:37 – Where To Stay

00:18:34 – Budgeting & Getting Around

00:21:39 – Safety Tips & Hurricanes

00:23:31 – Best Time To Visit

00:27:19 – Final Tips & Wrap-Up

Don't wait until the last minute to plan your trip to Mexico City for Dia de los Muertos. In this episode, Betty & Cat discuss exactly what you need to do in order to prepare for the holiday.

They chat about what Day of the Dead actually is, how long it runs for, the main events in Mexico City, where to stay for the festival, safety, etiquette tips, + so much more.

👉 Read "Why you should go to Mexico City for Day of the Dead" TravelLemming.com: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/mexico-city-day-of-the-dead-festival/

Have a question about Dia de los Muertos in Mexico City? Drop it in the comments 👇

📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com

-Where to Stay in Mexico City: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-mexico-city/

-Things to do in Mexico City: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-mexico-city/

-Mexico City neighborhoods: https://travellemming.com/mexico-city-neighborhoods/

-Museums in Mexico City: https://travellemming.com/museums-in-mexico-city/

-Mexico packing list: https://travellemming.com/packing-list-for-mexico/

-All Mexico City guides: https://travellemming.com/mexico-city/

#DayOfTheDead #DiaDeLosMuertos #MexicoCity

00:00 - Intro

01:16 - What is Day of the Dead in Mexico City?

03:30 - First impressions, parades, & ofrendas

13:11 - Is it worth going solo?

14:33 - What is the "big parade"?

15:09 - How to prepare (Cat's #1 tip)

16:29 - How to pack (don't forget this!)

17:20 - Where to stay for the festival

19:18 - What does a realistic budget look like?

22:33 - Is the festival safe?

23:55 - How to get around Mexico City

26:53 - When exactly is the festival (know these dates)

29:35 - Know this etiquette before you go

Imagine going to Machu Picchu and your view is 100% blocked by fog! This happened to Nate on his recent Peru trip, but thankfully he made a decision the night before that saved his whole visit.

In this episode, Nate gives his crucial tips for visiting quintessential Peru spots like Machu Picchu, Cusco, The Sacred Valley, and Lima. He also shares his #1 Peru itinerary planning tip, incredible hotels to stay in, epic sites, food, & so much more. Nate also has a full YouTube video guide to Machu Picchu: https://youtu.be/TLP9--O2Q2c?si=i06NE0PLpzrp0mn4 And also a playlist of 10 YouTube Peru videos, perfect for planning your trip: https://youtu.be/QrkK8NKRkhU?si=zuFSPGBGbg-vHnhg

Have a question about Peru? Drop it in the comments 👇

📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com

-Where to stay for visiting Machu Picchu: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-for-machu-picchu/

-Where to Stay in Cusco & The Sacred Valley: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-cusco/

-Where to Stay in Lima: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-lima/

-10 day Peru itinerary: https://travellemming.com/peru-itinerary/

-21 Peru travel tips: https://travellemming.com/peru-travel-tips/

🛎️ Peru Hotels Nate Recommends

-Tambo del Inka, Sacred Valley: https://travellemming.com/hotels/tambo-del-inka/

-JW Marriott El Convento Cusco: https://travellemming.com/hotels/jw-marriott-el-convento-cusco/

-Jaya Machu Picchu Boutique Hotel Aguas Calientes: https://travellemming.com/hotels/jaya-machu-picchu-boutique-hotel/

-Palacio del Inka Cusco: https://travellemming.com/hotels/palacio-del-inka/

-Hilton Lima Miraflores: https://travellemming.com/hotels/hilton-lima-miraflores/

#Peru #PeruTravel #PeruPodcast

Timestamps:

00:00 - How Nate almost failed Machu Picchu

05:01 - Where to stay for Machu Picchu

08:08 - How to prep for the altitude (important!)

12:30 - Is Peru just for trekkers?

15:58 - Why you shouldn't skip Lima

21:23 - History you should know

24:54 - Cusco sites & where to stay

28:25 - A traditional Peruvian drink

29:27 - Get this ticket for Cusco & the Sacred Valley

33:12 - Our Peru itinerary & more Peru guides

Don't plan your trip to Vancouver, British Columbia without watching this podcast episode.

Cat is a Vancouver local, and Betty interviews her on everything a first-timer needs to know before they go. They chat about the very best things to do in the city, where to stay, how to get around, & how to visit on a budget.

They also chat about safety tips for Vancouver & what neighborhoods to avoid.

Have a question about visiting Vancouver? Drop it in the comments 👇

📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com

-All Vancouver guides: https://travellemming.com/vancouver/

-All British Columbia guides: https://travellemming.com/british-columbia/

-Where to Stay in Vancouver: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-vancouver/

-Things to Do in Vancouver: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-vancouver/

-5 Day Vancouver Itinerary: https://travellemming.com/vancouver-itinerary/

-Vancouver Neighborhoods: https://travellemming.com/vancouver-neighbourhoods/

-Is Vancouver Safe?: https://travellemming.com/is-vancouver-safe/

-Day Trips from Vancouver: https://travellemming.com/day-trips-from-vancouver/

💻 Perspectives from TravelLemming.com

-Vancouver's Strathcona neighborhood is a hidden gem: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/vancouver-history-in-strathcona/

-Salt Spring Island: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/i-think-everyone-should-visit-salt-spring-island/

#Vancouver #BritishColumbia #VisitVancouver #TravelPodcast

Segment Timestamps

00:00:00 – Intro

00:02:24 – Best Things to Do

00:05:24 – How to Get Around

00:07:19 – Film & TV Industry

00:10:12 – Where to Stay

00:17:00 – Budget Travel Tips

00:19:00 – Is Vancouver Safe?

00:21:13 – Gastown & Chinatown

00:22:29 – Food Scene

Watch this before you go to Amsterdam. In this episode, Betty & Amsterdam local creator Amber discuss exactly what you need to know about travel in Amsterdam.

They chat about etiquette mistakes not to make, where to stay, Dutch food to try, the best things to do in the city, + so much more.

They also discuss where NOT to stay in Amsterdam & safety tips.

Have a question about Amsterdam? Drop it in the comments 👇

📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com

-Where to Stay in Amsterdam: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-amsterdam/

-Things to do in Amsterdam: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-amsterdam/

-5 day Amsterdam itinerary: https://travellemming.com/amsterdam-itinerary/

-Amsterdam packing list: https://travellemming.com/amsterdam-packing-list/

#Amsterdam #NetherlandsTravel #TravelPodcast

Heading to Prague? Watch this BEFORE you go! In this episode, our local Prague expert Meera chats with our host Betty about how to do the city right if it's your first time.

Meera & Betty cover Czech etiquette you need to know, the top sites & attractions, food you need to try, exactly where to stay, + so much more.

They also reveal what NOT to do in Prague & Meera's top tips for visiting.

Have a question about Prague? Drop it in the comments 👇

📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com

-Where to Stay in Prague: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-prague/

-Things to Do in Prague: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-prague/

-5 Day Prague Itinerary: https://travellemming.com/prague-itinerary/

-Where to stay in Cesky Krumlov: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-cesky-krumlov/

#Prague #CzechRepublic #CeskyKrumlov #Prague Travel

Planning a trip to Portugal? Don't hop on the plane without listening to this episode. Our host Betty chats with Travel Lemming Senior Travel Writer & Video Producer Sky Ariella about what makes Portugal so special.

They discuss where to go first in the country, Sky's favorite hidden gems, safety stats you should know, the most iconic attractions, and foods to try. Sky also shares what she thinks is the WORST time to visit Portugal + travel mistakes not to make. It's all in this episode & more.

Have a question about Portugal? Drop it in the comments 👇

📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com

-All Portugal guides: https://travellemming.com/portugal/

-Day trips from Lisbon: https://travellemming.com/day-trips-from-lisbon/

-Where to stay in Lisbon: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-lisbon/

-Where to stay in Porto: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-porto/

-Places to visit in Portugal: https://travellemming.com/places-to-visit-in-portugal/

-Where to stay in Nazare: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-nazare/

-Portugal packing list: https://travellemming.com/portugal-packing-list/

-10 day Portugal itinerary: https://travellemming.com/portugal-itinerary/

🎙️ Other Links Mentioned:

-50 best places to travel in 2025: https://travellemming.com/best-places-to-travel-2025/

#Portugal #Porto #PortugalTravel

00:00:00 – Intro

00:02:00 – Meet Sky

00:04:28 – Why Visit Portugal?

00:07:21 – Where to Go on Your First Trip

00:12:09 – When to Visit Portugal

00:13:27 – Best Things to Do

00:15:00 – Must-Try Portuguese Dishes

00:21:00 – Day Trips from Lisbon & Porto

00:22:43 – Fado Music

00:30:41 – How to Get Around Portugal

00:33:15 – Is Portugal Safe? (Especially for Solo Travelers)

00:35:37 – Why You Should Travel to Portugal

00:38:12 – Outro

Curious about walking the Camino de Santiago? In this episode, Betty chats with Cat who has walked the pilgrimage twice.

They discuss the various routes, how to prep for the Camino, your accommodation options, safety on the trail, what NOT to do while on the pilgrimage, + so much more.

Have a question about walking the Camino de Santiago? Drop it in the comments 👇

📰 Articles from TravelLemming.com:

-All Spain guides: https://travellemming.com/spain/

-Camino de Santiago packing list: https://travellemming.com/camino-de-santiago-packing-list/

-Walking the Camino de Santiago changed my life: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/walking-the-camino-de-santiago/

-I thought my second Camino would be easy. But it was one of the toughest experiences of my life: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/camino-primitivo-experience/

-I couldn't travel to Spain this year, so I walked a Canadian Camino in Nova Scotia instead: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/camino-nova-scotia/

#CaminoDeSantiago #CaminoSpain #caminofrances

Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:55 – Meet Catherine Driver 00:03:10 – History & Routes of the Camino 00:10:08 – The Camino Francés 00:11:57 – Difficulty Level & Daily Distance 00:15:46 – Training & Preparation 00:17:51 – Packing Tips & Essentials 00:24:23 – A Day in the Life on the Camino 00:29:00 – Albergues + Accommodation 00:34:10 – Language Barriers & Spanish Basics 00:36:11 – Bedbugs, Apps & Staying Flexible 00:38:13 – Types of Accommodation & Booking Tips 00:42:31 – Budgeting: Daily & Overall Costs 00:44:28 – Is the Camino Safe? Solo Travel Tips 00:47:01 – Waymarking & Getting Lost 00:50:28 – Best Time of Year to Walk 00:54:02 – Short Routes & Time-Saving Options 00:57:42 – Camino Etiquette & Albergue Tips 01:01:06 – Final Tips for First-Timers 01:03:20 – Why You Should Walk the Camino 01:04:31 – Conclusion