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When you travel, you’re experiencing a new place as a visitor. You’re exploring villages, towns, and cities that others call home.
Following the Golden Rule is one way to ensure you’re being a respectful traveler.
But there are even more ways to boost your savvy-traveler ranking so you can navigate the unfamiliar like a pro.
Today, Angie Orth is back with Molly O’Brien, an experienced travel writer who knows a thing or two about traveling courteously. She’s written for Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Fodor’s, and Business Insider about etiquette, overtourism, and being respectful when you’re on the road.
You’ll learn how to think like a local when you’re visiting a new destination so that you’re contributing to the experience of the people who live there. You’ll hear trip-planning tips that open the door to destinations and accommodation options you might not have previously considered. You’ll also learn the best way to navigate dietary needs and a hot tip for keeping calm if things get heated during your travel experience.
What You’ll Learn:
Connect with Molly O’Brien:
Website: https://metropolitanmolly.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/metropolitanmolly
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MetropolitanMolly
X: https://twitter.com/Molly_A_OBrien
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Travel isn’t what it used to be. Flights, hotels, and experiences have become more accessible, and there are a growing number of people exploring the world, choosing to make travel a priority in their lives.
As travel has become more affordable around the globe, people are packing their bags and joining that security line at the airport, which can lead to longer wait times, more crowded flights, and busier destinations.
Not only does that put stress on the most sought-after places in the travel circuit, but it can make travel a stressful experience.
It’s time to talk about R-E-S-P-E-C-T.
Today, Angie Orth welcomes Molly O’Brien, an experienced travel writer who has covered travel topics like etiquette, overtourism, and other important travel trends. Her work has been featured in Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Fodor’s, and Business Insider.
You’ll hear what it means to be a respectful traveler, from the moment you start planning to the journey home. You’ll learn about airport etiquette and best practices for flying, so you can avoid being the subject of a viral online video. You’ll also understand the role of sustainability when it comes to preserving the best parts of the places we love.
What You’ll Learn:
Connect with Molly O’Brien:
Website: https://metropolitanmolly.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/metropolitanmolly
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MetropolitanMolly
X: https://twitter.com/Molly_A_OBrien
Connect with AAA:
Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa
https://clubadventures.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprises
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises
If you had a busy summer, you could possibly open up a whole new world of opportunity and adventure with winter travel to unique and unexpected places. Whether it’s scoring deals at a lesser-known ski resort or heading further south for some winter sun on your shoulders, taking a winter vacation has never sounded better.
Today, Angie Orth is back with Chadner Navarro. In our previous episode, he shared his favorite winter travel destinations. Now he’s revealing his top tips for planning off-peak travel and scoring the best deals.
You’ll hear how to start planning your off-peak adventure and narrow down the countless destinations at your fingertips. You’ll learn how and where to get the best travel and accommodation deals. You’ll also understand how to successfully manage expectations for winter travel and protect your investment, just in case winter weather makes things a little more adventurous than you expected.
What You’ll Learn:
Connect with Chadner Navarro:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chadner/https://www.instagram.com/chadner/?hl=en
X: https://twitter.com/chadner
Connect with AAA:
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The words “summer” and “vacation” have always gone together. Summer travel is certainly wonderful, but it’s not the only time to vacation.
If you’re looking for great deals, fewer crowds, and more travel flexibility, then taking a trip during the winter might be right up your alley.
Today, Angie Orth welcomes Chadner Navarro, a seasoned travel writer who has contributed to Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, The Wall Street Journal, Food & Wine, and Vogue.com. As an off-peak traveler and ski enthusiast, he’s got some great advice to share about the best travel destinations for winter.
You’ll hear what makes the winter months a great time to travel, and where you can expect to find the best deals. You’ll hear about unique destinations where you can enjoy warmer temperatures and the coolest spots for snow sports to satisfy your adventurous spirit.
What You’ll Learn:
Connect with Chadner Navarro:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chadner/
X: https://twitter.com/chadner
Connect with AAA:
Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprises
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises
Do you crave a little adrenaline rush every now and then? What about a sense of community? Have you ever considered combining those desires for your next getaway?
Small-group adventure tours are a wonderful way to experience new places and meet new people with the trusted guidance of an expert.
Today, Angie Orth welcomes Jill Robinson, an adventure travel enthusiast who has written for Westways, AAA Explorer, Travel + Leisure, and Afar. She has traveled the world, often choosing small-group adventure travel as a way to experience new destinations. She has even tagged along with celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay as a consultant on his National Geographic series, Uncharted.
You’ll hear about the benefits of traveling with a small group and the advantages of having a professional guide along for the journey. You’ll learn how to find the right kind of travel experience for your style of adventure and ability level. You’ll also hear how travel companies are giving back to local communities and enabling travelers to have more authentic cultural experiences.
What You’ll Learn:
Connect with Jill Robinson:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dangerjr/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dangerjillrobinson/
X: https://x.com/dangerjr
Connect with AAA:
Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa
https://clubadventures.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprises
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises
If you want to visit a unique region on the high seas, then the Canadian Maritimes should be on your bucket list.
Cruising the North Atlantic is the ultimate way to experience the beauty, dive deep into the culture, and eat all of the seafood you can devour in this flavorful region of Eastern Canada.
Today, Angie Orth is back with blogger and cruise expert Ilana Schattauer. She’s sharing her most valuable tips for planning and packing for your Maritimes adventure.
You’ll hear about the historical importance of the Canadian Maritimes region, and what you’ll find at the most popular and picturesque port of call. She shares the top stops along the route for lovers of food and wine, and her favorite off-ship excursions. You’ll also get expert advice on what to pack for the perfect cruise vacation.
What You’ll Learn:
Connect with Ilana Schattauer :
Blog: https://lifewellcruised.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewellcruised/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LifeWellCruised
Article: https://lifewellcruised.com/what-to-pack-for-a-canada-new-england-cruise/
Connect with AAA:
Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprises
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises
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Are you looking for lesser-known destinations that feel a world away, but do not require flying around the globe?
Bonus question: Do you want to see different places but only deal with unpacking your bags once?
Nestled in the northeast corner of North America, there is a region where you can explore a wide range of breathtaking landscapes, enjoy temperate weather, see historic cities, towns, and villages, and fill your plate with abundant fresh seafood. Cruising this region makes the deal even sweeter.
Today, Angie Orth welcomes Ilana Schattauer, the cruise guru behind the popular blog Life Well Cruised. She’s here to share her love for the Canadian Maritimes, a region of Eastern Canada known for its unique coastal beauty.
You’ll learn where the Canadian Maritimes are located and what to expect from this lesser-known part of Canada. You’ll discover the history and the beauty that await at each port of call, and the best time of the year to visit.
If you’re ready to hit the high seas in style, then planning a cruise among the spectacular landscape of this region needs to be on your bucket list.
What You’ll Learn:
Connect with Ilana Schattauer:
Blog: https://lifewellcruised.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewellcruised/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LifeWellCruised
Article: https://lifewellcruised.com/what-to-pack-for-a-canada-new-england-cruise/
Connect with AAA:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprises
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises
There’s more to travel than ticking the boxes and experiencing the “must-sees.” Often, the moments we remember most fondly are the encounters that we did not expect.
That’s the concept behind slow travel. It’s about not packing your schedule to the brim. Instead, it’s about leaving room for the unexpected.
In our previous episode, you heard stories about the most enriching and endearing experiences that become possible when you loosen up your itinerary. If you’re searching for more authenticity and meaning through slow travel, then this episode will help point you toward the best places to have those experiences.
Today, Angie Orth is back with slow travel expert Brittany Anas. As a seasoned freelance travel and lifestyle writer, she’s learned to embrace a slower pace of discovery, which has led to deeper, more meaningful experiences.
You’ll hear what makes an ideal destination for slow travel. She shares the best vacation spots for families, those traveling solo, and anyone who wants to wine and dine their way through their next escape.
What You’ll Learn:
Connect with Brittany Anas:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanyanas33
Articles:
Men’s Journal: Slow Travel Will Be 2024's Biggest Vacation Trend—and It Might Change Tourism Forever
Forbes: How To Negotiate More PTO—According To Top Career Experts
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While we all love to discover different places when we travel, we often plan trips using the same formulaic method: We research, book, and then research and book some more.
On one hand, it makes sense. We want to see as much as we can in the short time we have to travel. But the downside to that is that we rush through these experiences, ticking those must-see boxes as we go. That can mean that we miss the real authenticity of a destination and its people in the rush to “see it all.”
If you’re looking for something that goes a little more in depth and personal, there’s a growing trend in travel you should know about: slow travel.
Today, Angie Orth welcomes Brittany Anas, a freelance travel and lifestyle writer based in Denver. Not only does she embrace the slow travel concept in how she travels, she’s also interviewed slow travel experts and organizers of slow travel trips in order to understandwhat makes a slower travel pace a richer and deeper experience.
You’ll learn what slow travel is all about, and why it’s becoming so appealing to travelers. You’ll hear Brittany’s personal experiences of discovering a new way to be a visitor and why connecting with locals is such an important aspect of slow travel. You’ll also get tips on how to interact with locals and learn what kinds of tours are available that can help you discover a more authentic side of your favorite destinations.
What You’ll Learn:
Connect with Brittany Anas:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanyanas33
Articles:
Men’s Journal: Slow Travel Will Be 2024's Biggest Vacation Trend—and It Might Change Tourism Forever
Forbes: How To Negotiate More PTO—According To Top Career Experts
Connect with AAA:
Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa Comment start
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprises
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises
Traveling with a disability used to feel limiting, but today, the world is opening up with accessibility in mind.
From cities to beaches, from mountain peaks to top international destinations, traveling with a disability is becoming much easier. What are the best accessible destinations to explore?
Today, Angie Orth is back with Alvaro Silberstein, founder of Wheel the World. The company has made it its mission to empower travelers with disabilities to explore the globe with all of the details needed to travel comfortably and confidently.
You’ll hear about the best bucket list destinations to explore where accessibility has been built into the travel experience. He shares helpful recommendations for getting comfortable with traveling, and how to navigate destinations that many thought were impossible. He also provides his personal favorite places to visit as well as a few up-and-coming hot spots.
What You’ll Learn:
Guest Info:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alvasil/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alvaro-silberstein-14511824/
Website: https://wheeltheworld.com
Connect with AAA:
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprises
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises
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