Travel FOMO

S12:E8 – In this final episode of the “Middle of Nowhere” season, Jamin and Hilarie getaway to Sedona, Arizona, which is known for its gorgeous red rock landscape and relaxing vibes. They also make time to travel to a nearby mountain town called Jerome, one of the most haunted towns in America. Hear about the big history behind this creepy little place in this podcast episode.

For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E8 Hiking in Sedona (+ a visit to its haunted neighbor)) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/QvdoLYNthNA) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season.

Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at [email protected]. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast.

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Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts.

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S12:E7 – Whether you’re making it a short pit stop on a road trip or planning an overnight hiking extravaganza, the Grand Canyon always packs a punch. It’s a land of extreme depths, extreme heat and extreme cold. In this episode of Travel FOMO, Jamin and Hilarie bring their dog, Maggie, along for the ride.

For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E7 Grand Canyon’s South Rim | Road Trip with Our Dog 🐕) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/Q-ftfdyt3Fg) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season.

Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at [email protected]. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast.

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Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts.

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S12:E6 – In this episode of the Middle of Nowhere season, Jamin and Hilarie revisit an old favorite, Las Vegas. They will tell you what keeps them coming back and what it’s like to visit Vegas by RV. Filmed in November 2022, this adventure includes ice skating on the strip and a Thanksgiving feast at the best buffet in Vegas served up by the world famous Wynn Casino. They’ll give you your Vegas playbook so you can plan your next trip to the desert.

For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E6 Buffet, Baby! Our Thanksgiving at The Wynn in Vegas) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/LsH8uo5C0tA) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season.

Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at [email protected]. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast.

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Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts.

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S12:E5 – If you’ll be hitting up the Hoover Dam any time soon, you’re probably wondering, “But what else is there to do there?” Fortunately, this modern marvel is just minutes away from a hidden gem – Boulder City, Nevada. Residents call it “the best city in Nevada” – and for good reason. Tune in to find out more about Boulder City and Hoover Dam (like how many bodies are buried within the concrete…).

To see the colorful vibes and friendly faces of Nevada, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E5 Hoover Dam + the city that built it) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/6GQyzQ49RaE) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season.

Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at [email protected]. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast.

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Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts.

Follow Travel FOMO on social media:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/travelfomopodcast

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S12:E4 – Jamin and Hilarie are back in the middle of nowhere as they discuss their time in Joshua Tree National Park. You’ll hear all about the park, their favorite hiking trails and why this park is so popular. They will also discuss the challenges of “dry camping” in the desert, how they handled the cold winter nights and what surprised them the most about this epic park.

For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E4 Joshua Tree’s best hiking trails) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/fEs1xJYqax4) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season.

Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at [email protected]. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast.

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Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts.

Follow Travel FOMO on social media:

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S12:E3 – This episode of Travel FOMO focuses on Jamin and Hilarie’s Phoenix finds – including some opportunities for some excellent views – from hiking to touring homes. Their dog-friendly hike along the Pima Wash Trail gave them a glimpse of the classic Saguaro cacti. Photo opp! They topped it off with a tour of Taliesin West, the unique winter home of architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E3 Hiking in Phoenix (+ a tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s home) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/9I0U5Jbux3Q) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season.

Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at [email protected]. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast.

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Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts.

Follow Travel FOMO on social media:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/travelfomopodcast

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TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@travelfomopodcast

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@travelfomopodcast

S12:E2 – The bigger the cave, the less claustrophobia…in theory. In this episode of the Travel FOMO podcast, Jamin and Hilarie discuss their time in Carlsbad, New Mexico. This gap year adventure makes them a bit claustrophobic — in the massive cave at the center of Carlsbad Caverns National Park. They also retell a creepy story of a mercy killing that took place within the park.

For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E2 Carlsbad Caverns | A big cave that feels really small…) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/Ka_xkJkwNl8) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season.

Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at [email protected]. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast.

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Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts.

Follow Travel FOMO on social media:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/travelfomopodcast

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TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@travelfomopodcast

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@travelfomopodcast

S12:E1 – COVID caught us. And right in the middle of Gap Year!

This episode takes you through our journey of testing, hibernating and recovering from COVID in October 2022. Fortunately, there were no complications, and we made it back on the road – arriving to Marfa, one of Texas’ most unique ghost towns with a supernatural twist to it. Tune in to hear about experiences, including our own footage of the mysterious Marfa Lights.

To see our Marfa Lights footage, check out the video that accompanies this podcast – S12:E1 Travel plans interrupted by COVID 😷 (+ What we DIDN’T do in Marfa) – on YouTube (https://youtu.be/lZM5d7n-RGs) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season.

Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at [email protected]. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast.

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Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts.

Follow Travel FOMO on social media:

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BONUS EPISODE – Jamin and Hilarie visited Siloam Springs, Arkansas for a recent weekend getaway, where they stayed in a 120-year-old cottage owned by Hilarie’s aunt, Gwen. Tune in to hear about the thoughtful renovations that turned this private cabin into a modern home-share rental, which is now available on AirBnB and Vrbo.

Just 5.5 miles outside of Siloam Spring’s historic downtown, it’s located on 800+ acres of the Lake Frances Preserve and a short drive from the community’s proud new WOKA Whitewater Park, a $33M investment in outdoor adventure.

For a video tour – and to meet the sweet face behind the place – check out the video that accompanies this podcast (Gwen's Nest in Siloam Springs | The Perfect Arkansas Getaway) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/SFCjpgI_HF4).

Book your stay at Gwen’s Nest:

AirBnB: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/760801039230452431?check_in=2025-01-02&check_out=2025-01-07&guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=47f41a6f-e355-49ac-b60f-836eb27cbaad

Vrbo: https://t.vrbo.io/hS1SRpYE8Ob

Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at [email protected]. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast.

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Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts.

Follow Travel FOMO on social media:

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S11:E10 - Where’s the best sand in the U.S.? Maggie Moodle the Golden Doodle believes she found it in Panama City Beach, Florida. Jamin and Hilarie arranged a dog-friendly day with their golden doodle – with everything from dog-friendly beaches to lunch at The Porch in Pier Park to St. Andrews State Park. In this episode of the Travel FOMO podcast, you’ll also learn how the orange streets lights in beach communities help protect sea turtles.

For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S11:E10 A Dog-Friendly Day in Panama City Beach 🐾) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/0X8hFZyqLMM).

Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at [email protected]. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast.

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Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts.

Follow Travel FOMO on social media:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/travelfomopodcast

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TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@travelfomopodcast

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@travelfomopodcast