We're covering all the fun things to do in Austin! We keep it weird as we travel to Austin Texas with stories and adventures from two separate trips to the capitol of the lone star state. There are so many things to do in Austin that you’ll want to visit again and again! From great good, to beautiful nature, to the cowboy lifestyle, just one weekend trip to Austin will have you saying yeehaw! In this episode we tell you where to stay in Austin to enjoy the most of this beautiful city and the amazing hotel pools it has to offer.

Highlights of the Austin Include:

• Live music everywhere
• Patios bars and restaurants
• Barton Springs
• Art, music, and community events
• Watch the bats fly out South Congress Bridge
• Go on the lake by boat, SUP, or kayak

Austin hotels we recommend:

• The LINE Hotel - Great location and view of the lake and bats
• Hotel Van Zandt - Great rooftop pool vibes
• The Downright Hotel - Cute pink, fun decor and a great pool vibe.
• Lake Austin Spa Resort - All-inclusive wellness resort on the Lake, it is absolutely amazing! You can also book a spa day, see our Lake Austin Spa Review before you go!

Check out fun things to do in Austin that we recommend on Viator. These are perfect if you don’t have a car or want to have some unique experiences on this trip.

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In this weeks episode giving you a Travel Throwback to one of our previous episodes, Episode 78: Arches & Canyonlands National Park. These two parks are close enough to see both on the same weekend trip.  If you want to visit Arches and Canyonlands in one day that is certainly possible, but it’s better to spend one day in each and make this a weekend tip.

In this episode we share:

• Tips for visiting Arches and Canyonlands National Parks
• The best hikes in Arches and Canyonlands National Parks including the iconic Canyonland hikes Island in the Sky
• Scenic overlooks you have to see in in Arches and Canyonlands National Parks
• The best airport to fly into to visit Arches and Canyonlands
• The driving route to take to explore these national parks
• Entrance fees to the parks
• Where to stay near Arches and Canyonlands national parks

Where to Stay in Moab: Moab is the town in between Arches & Canyonlands. Here are a few hotels that we recommend in the area:

• Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Moab
• Hyatt Place Moab
• La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Moab
• Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn

Activities & Tours: Arches and Canyonlands have a lot of great hiking opportunities and scenic overlooks, however if you are looking for a guided tour, consider the Arches National Park 4x4 Adventure from Moab or the Canyonlands National Park Half-Day Tour from Moab

Where to Fly Into: The closest major airports to Moab are the Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) but they are approx 2-4 hrs away respectively. Find a great flight deal to these airports by signing up for Thrifty Traveler Premium and watching the daily flight deals (points & cash) that are emailed directly to you! Use our promo code TS10 to get $10 off your first year subscription.

Hiking Gear: Check out our "Hiking Must Haves" Amazon list

If you love Arches & Canyonlands, then you'll love Utah's other national parks. Check out our Itinerary to see Utah's Mighty 5 National Parks on a 10-Day Road Trip

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Episode 132 is all about Guanajuato travel! Guanajuato is an artsy, colorful town in Mexico. There are so many fun things to do in Guanajuato Mexico that make for the perfect weekend getaway. Some of the things to do in Guanajuato city include cave bars, taking in colorful vistas, seeing live music or performance, eating delicious Mexican food, and taking in the colonial history and architecture of this town.

The best time to travel to Guanajuato is during the Cervantino festival which takes place over several weeks in the fall. During this time you can see free, public live music, dance, and cultural performances while you go about your day around the town. With all the things to do in Guanajuato Mexico you’ll want to spend at least 2-3 days here to see it all. The city is very walkable so you won’t need a car to experience the things to see in Guanajuato, most importantly the gorgeous colorful houses, quaint alleys, and views from the funicular.

When you take your trip to Guanajuato look into the Callejoneada and mine tours, you can find all of these in our Guanajuato Tours Viator Shop.

Hotels in Guanajuato we recommend: Casa del Alba (for its amazing view), Edelmira Hotel Boutique (for its great location and gorgeous indoor pool), Casa del Rector Hotel Boutique (because it is an absolutely stunning property)

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In this weeks episode we are giving you a Travel Throwback to one of our previous episodes, Episode 87: Hilarious and Horrifying Bad Travel Etiquette Stories. The Squad is still actively recording and producing new content; however, for several reasons we have had to slow down our productions schedule. Rest assured Squadies, The Squad anticipates and plans to return to our normal production schedule in the near future to bring you new content "Every Travel Tuesday".

This episode is an "oldie but goodie" and Episode 87 is a fun one! We’re sharing stories from our trips of some of the worst travel etiquette and giving you tips on being a better traveler. From the worst B-O on a 14-hour flight to obnoxious travel buddies, to loud people in the hotel hallways. In this episode we are re-living and laughing about it all!

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 Episode 130 is giving you the top 13 places to visit this spring after being cooped up all winter long!

Here are the top 13 places to visit this Spring:

1. Savannah, GA

2. Las Vegas, NV

3. Seattle, WA

4. Washington DC

5. Grand Teton & Yellowstone, WY

6. Sedona, AZ

7. New Orleans, LA

8. Palm Springs, CA

9. Yosemite, CA

10. Austin, TX

11. Breckenridge, CO

12. Big Sur, CA

13. Valle de Guadalupe, MX 

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In this weeks episode we are giving you a Travel Throwback to one of our previous episodes, Episode 86: 13 Beautiful Beaches in San Diego. The Squad is still actively recording and producing new content; however, for several reasons we have had to slow down our productions schedule. Rest assured Squadies, The Squad anticipates and plans to return to our normal production schedule in the near future to bring you new content "Every Travel Tuesday".

This episode is an "oldie but goodie". San Diego is known for its great weather year round, and is one of America's premier travel destinations. It just happens to be The Squad's "backyard". Although certain times of the year are better for San Diego beach vibes than others, it is never a bad time to start thinking and planning your San Diego beach vacation, and that is why we know you will love and appreciate this Throwback Episode!

Episode 86 is highlighting some of the best beaches in our hometown, San Diego, California. With over 70 miles of coastline in San Diego, there’s a lot to choose from and each beach has different views and vibes to offer. From North to South county, this episode takes you down the coast to the 13 best beaches in San Diego.

Oceanside Beach Encinitas Moonlight Beach Del Mar Dog Beach Torrey Pines State Beach Black’s Beach La Jolla Cove & Shores Windandsea Beach Pacific Beach, aka PB Mission Beach OB Dog Beach Garbage Beach Tide Pools at Cabrillo National Monument Coronado

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Beach Products Mentioned in this Episode:

Tommy Bahama Beach Chairs

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Episode 128 is for the twosomes! Whether you're a couple in love, or a couple of friends, this week's episode is giving all of our best tips for traveling as a couple. We cover making both of you happy, planning, what to do when you want to do different things, and tell stories of some of our best couple trips to inspire you to book yours!

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Not every national park adventure has to include a strenuous hike — and in this episode of the Travel Squad Podcast, we’re proving it! Join us as we share 11 incredible U.S. national parks you can fully experience without lacing up your hiking boots. From scenic drives and wildlife watching to boat tours, geothermal wonders, and relaxing hot springs, these parks offer unforgettable experiences that are easy, accessible, and perfect for travelers of all abilities, interests, and energy levels.

Whether you’re planning a laid-back road trip, traveling with family, or just need a break from the trail, this episode is packed with inspiration for your next no-hike national park getaway.

What We Talk About in This Episode:

• Why hiking is not the only way to explore America's national parks
• Scenic drives, overlooks, and short accessible walks that showcase each park's highlights
• Experiences like snorkeling, bat watching, cave tours, thermal springs & wildlife viewing
• Insider tips for visiting each park and how to maximize your visit without hitting the trail
• Extra parks we're excited to visit soon that are also great for non-hikers

11 National Parks You Don't Need to Hike In:

• Channel Islands National Park, California
• Death Valley National Park, California
• Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona
• Saguaro National Park, Arizona
• Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico
• Canyonlands National Park, Utah (Island in the Sky District)
• Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
• Glacier National Park, Montana
• Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas
• Everglades National Park, Florida
• Dry Tortugas National Park, Florida

Additional National Parks to Add to Your No-Hike List:

We also share other easy-explore parks that were still on our bucket list to visit at time of recording, but we have since visited and are perfect No-Hike National Parks.

• Mesa Verde National Park
• Congaree National Park
• White Sands National Park
• Mammoth Cave National Park
• Theodore Roosevelt National Park
• Biscayne Bay National Park

If planning a trip to these areas, to make it easier on you, be sure to use ⁠⁠Expedia⁠⁠ to help book your accommodations.

If you have more time to spend in the area, be sure to check out ⁠⁠Viator⁠⁠ of additional tours, activities and options to enhance your trip experience.

If you're looking for a flight deals to these national parks, or anywhere else, we recommend signing up for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thrifty Traveler Premium⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠to get daily flight deals (points & cash) emailed directly to you! Use our promo code TS10 to get $10 off your first year subscription.

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We’re bringing you a whole episode dedicated to what to do in London. We visited for the first time on a three-day trip and packaged as much as we could into this trip to London as possible. From afternoon tea and ancient encounters, to English pubs and royal sightings - London was amazing! We’re giving you all our best tips for travel to London including how long to stay, what to splurge on, and how to see the iconic sights and navigate the tube when visiting London.

If you’re planning some upcoming London travel, this episode is a great listen for a first-time foreigner coming to town.

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Episode 125 is giving you a Travel Throwback to one of our previous episodes, Sight Seeing Yellowstone National Park. In America’s first and most iconic national park we give you all the details on Yellowstone’s unique geological landscape. From beautiful colorful thermal pools, to magnificent geysers, to abundant wildlife, Yellowstone has so much to offer

Sights to See in Yellowstone National Park

• West Thumb Geyser Basin
• The Old Faithful Geyser
• Upper Geyser Basin Loop to see Morning Glory Pool
• Grand Prismatic Spring
• Midway Geyser Basin to see Excelsior Geyser, Opal Pool, and Turquoise Pool
• Fairy Falls Trail to the Grand Prismatic View Point
• Mammoth Hot Springs Trails
• Roosevelt Arch
• Lamar Valley
• Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
• Hayden Valley

If you want to take this exact trip, you can download our one-week ⁠Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park Itinerary⁠. It gives you a detailed route to take, how long to stay in each place, hikes, sights to see, even where to eat! You can download the PDF on our website for your trip!

Hotels near Yellowstone National Park that we recommend:

• ⁠Brandin’ Iron Inn⁠
• ⁠Best Western Desert Inn⁠
• ⁠Yellowstone Park Hotel⁠
• ⁠Gray Wolf Inn & Suites⁠
• ⁠The Hibernation Station⁠

Check out our curated ⁠Yellowstone Experiences on Viator⁠ for all the tour activities we recommend in this area.

Find a great flight deal to the Yellowstone area by signing up for⁠ Thrifty Traveler Premium⁠ and watching the daily flight deals (points & cash) that are emailed directly to you! Use our promo code TS10 to get $10 off your first year subscription.

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