Trip Tales | A Family Travel Podcast

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  • New York City w/ Kids - Kelsey’s Trip Recap Sleeping 5 in a Room, Statue of Liberty, Summit One, SIX on Broadway, Subway Rides and MORE!
    I'm back from an amazing spring break in New York City with my family of 5 and I'm sharing all the details! In this episode, you’ll hear how we made the most of 4 nights and 5 days in the Big Apple (March 2025), from iconic sights like the Statue of Liberty and Summit One to navigating the subway and seeing SIX on Broadway. I break down how I planned the itinerary, found a hotel room that fit all five of us, and kept the kids engaged in one of the busiest cities in the world.Mentioned in this episode:
    - Travel to New York City with Kids Facebook Group
    - ChatGPT to plan itinerary
    - Travel Must-Have Links
         - Collapsible Hamper
         - Travel Sound Machine
         - Mini Charging Station
         - Travel Night Lights
         - Hanging Toiletries Bag (in size Large)
    - RIU Plaza Manhattan Times Square (Bed & Breakfast rate) sleeps 5 in a room
    - Restaurants: Junior's Cheesecake Times Square, Ellen's Stardust Diner, Serendipity III Times Square, Trattoria Trecolori (next to SIX theater), Jack's Wife Frida cafe in SoHo
    - Statue of Liberty via Statue City Cruises
    - Chinatown restaurant: Wo Hop
    - Sloomoo Institute slime museum
    - 9/11 Memorial & Museum + BOATLIFT Documentary narrated by Tom Hanks
    - SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
    - Central Park
    - Broadway Show: SIX
    - FAO Schwarz and the Jellycat DinerBUY ME A COFFEE to show your support for the Trip Tales podcast! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kelseygraves
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    SHARE: About your trip on the Trip Tales podcast: [email protected] Tales is a travel podcast that highlights a guest's trip itinerary for family and couples travel. Popular episodes include: Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with Kids, Disney Cruise, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Europe, Italy, Switzerland, Ireland and a Park City Ski Trip.

    Trip Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and National Parks like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Yosemite. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation, especially when traveling with kids.
    1 hr 36 min
  • Disney Cruise - Family of 5’s Disney Wish Adventure + Epic 3-Parks-In-1-Day Conquest (A Rebuttal to My Disney Cruise Experience!)
    In this episode, Kelsey welcomes Katie Kinley from @katiekinleytravels to share about her experience on the Disney Wish cruise ship. Katie and her family of 5 recently sailed on the Disney Wish for a 4-night Halloween on the High Seas cruise to Nassau and Castaway Cay, and she’s here to break down their experience. From ship highlights and what it’s really like to cruise Disney with three kids, to snorkeling on Disney’s private island, Katie shares why her family loved every minute.But the adventure didn’t stop there! After disembarking, Katie and her crew took on the ultimate Disney challenge—3 parks in 1 day! They tackled Hollywood Studios, Epcot, and Magic Kingdom in a single day, making memories (and magic!) at lightning speed.Plus, this episode serves as a rebuttal to Kelsey’s own not-so-magical Disney Cruise experience in October. Mentioned in this episode:
    - Katie Kinley Travels
    - Link to Trip Tales Episode 34: Stuck at Sea! My HONEST Review of Our Disney Cruise
    - Disney Cruise Guaranteed State Room
    - Disney's: Caribbean Beach Resort, Boardwalk, Wilderness Lodge
    - Orlando Transportation: Away We Go Transportation
    - DCL (Disney Cruise Line) Transportation
    - Disney World Skyliner
    - Beaches & Cream at Disney's Yacht & Beach Club
    - Riviera Resort Character Breakfast
    - Fish Extender & Pixie Dusting
    - Atlantis & Baha Mar in the Bahamas
    - Hollywood Studios, Epcot, Magic Kingdom, Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind, Tron, Tiana's Bayou AdventureBUY ME A COFFEE to show your support for the Trip Tales podcast! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kelseygraves
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    SHARE: About your trip on the Trip Tales podcast: [email protected] Tales is a travel podcast that highlights a guest's trip itinerary for family and couples travel. Popular episodes include: Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with Kids, Disney Cruise, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Europe, Italy, Switzerland, Ireland and a Park City Ski Trip.

    Trip Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and National Parks like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Yosemite. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation, especially when traveling with kids.
    1 hr 51 min
  • Costa Rica with Kids - Rappelling Down Waterfalls, Zip Lining, River Rafting, Hot Springs & Volcano Views ALL on Points!
    In this episode, Kelsey sits down with Annie from @letstraveltalk on Instagram to hear about her family of 5's adventure to Costa Rica in November 2024. From beach days at the Hyatt Andaz Peninsula Papagayo to the rainforest surrounding Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa, Annie shares how Costa Rica delivered the perfect blend of adventure and nature. The family’s trip included rappelling down waterfalls, jet skiing along the scenic coastline, and zip lining in the rainforest. They also spent time soaking in the volcanic hot springs at Tabacon, with views of the iconic Arenal Volcano, and even tackled thrilling river rapids on a whitewater rafting adventure. Of course, no trip to Costa Rica would be complete without spotting some of the country’s most famous residents — sloths! Mentioned in this episode:
    - Transferring Chase Ultimate Rewards Points to Hyatt
    - Flew Southwest into Liberia Airport in Costa Rica
    - Southwest Companion Pass
    - Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
    - Adobe Car Rental, Costa Rica
    - Jet Ski Tour through the Andaz
    - Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa in La Fortuna
    - Pure Trek Waterfall Rappelling Adventure
    - La Fortuna Sloth Watching Trail and Night Walk Tour
    - Wave Expeditions - Zipline and Rafting Adventure Combo in Arenal
    - La Fortuna Waterfall
    - Restaurant recommendation in La Fortuna: Pollo FortuneñoBUY ME A COFFEE to show your support for the Trip Tales podcast! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kelseygraves
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    SHARE: About your trip on the Trip Tales podcast: [email protected] Tales is a travel podcast that highlights a guest's trip itinerary for family and couples travel. Popular episodes include: Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with Kids, Disney Cruise, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Europe, Italy, Switzerland, Ireland and a Park City Ski Trip.

    Trip Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and National Parks like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Yosemite. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation, especially when traveling with kids.
    52 min
  • The Chase-to-Hyatt Credit Card Strategy That's Blowing My Mind & Unlocking Free Vacations
    Kelsey's Chase Sapphire Preferred Referral LinkIn this episode, I’m sharing exactly how I’ve been booking incredible vacations for my family without spending a dime on hotels. It all comes down to: transferring Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Hyatt.I’ll walk you through the step-by-step process, explain why Hyatt is the best transfer partner, and show you how to maximize your points for free stays at high-end resorts. Mentioned in this episode:
    - The Trip Tales website: www.triptalespodcast.com
    - Omni Grove Park Inn - Asheville, NC
    - The Cape - A Thompson Hotel in Cabo, Mexico
    - Holiday Inn Grand Canyon
    - Hyatt Place Page / Lake Powell
    - Grand Hyatt ScottsdaleIf you’d like to share about your trip on the podcast, email me at: [email protected] Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and U.S. National Parks. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation.

    Trip Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and National Parks like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Yosemite. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation, especially when traveling with kids.
    21 min
  • Copper Mountain, CO - Family-Friendly Hidden Gem Ski Resort: No Crowds, No Lift Lines, and Ice Skating Under Edison Lights
    Kelsey sits down with Erika to chat about her family of five’s December 2024 ski trip to Copper Mountain, just outside of Denver, CO. Having skied at many of the top U.S. ski resorts, Erika shares why Copper Mountain stood out as a hidden gem. From its family-friendly vibe, fun restaurants, and wide-open slopes with no lift lines, to unique activities like ice skating on a real pond under Edison lights and experiencing the best snow tubing they’ve ever done, Erika explains why Copper was the perfect winter escape for her family.Mentioned in this episode:
    - Snowshoe Mountain Ski Resort in West Virginia
    - EPIC Pass vs. IKON Pass
    - How to combat altitude sickness
    - Turo rental cars
    - Frisco, CO, & Vail Ski Resort, Four Seasons Vail Village
    - Copper Mountain Lodging: East Village (beginner ski terrain) vs. Center Village (intermediate ski terrain, half pipe, base village) vs. West Village (advanced ski terrain)
    - Copper Mountain Activities: Ice skating on a real pond under Edison lights, snow tubing, sledding hill, snow maze
    - Copper Mountain Restaurants: Down Hill Dukes, Forage & Feast, Aerie, Sauce on Copper, Uptown on Main (in Frisco)BUY ME A COFFEE to show your support for the Trip Tales podcast! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kelseygraves
    FOLLOW: Kelsey on Instagram & TikTok
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    SHARE: About your trip on the Trip Tales podcast: [email protected] Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and U.S. National Parks. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation.

    Trip Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and National Parks like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Yosemite. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation, especially when traveling with kids.
    55 min
  • TRIP FAILS Minis: Hilton from Hell | Scammed & Stuck in Orlando | Great Wolf Lodge Gone Wrong
    In this Trip Fails Minisodes episode, we’re diving into three mini Trip Fails stories that didn’t quite go as planned.First, Katie shares her experience at The Kingsley in Bloomfield Hills, MI in November 2024 - a hotel that gives off swanky boutique vibes but, surprise… it’s actually a DoubleTree by Hilton in disguise. Spoiler: the experience didn’t match the luxury look.Next, Tali recounts how she got stuck in a timeshare scam at Westgate Orlando Lakes in 2018, learning the hard way why those "free gifts" aren’t always worth it.And finally, Laura shares why Great Wolf Lodge Poconos Mountains left her family underwhelmed in August 2021. But don’t worry—we’re also giving you two alternative indoor waterparks that actually live up to the hype!Mentioned in this episode:
    - The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills - a DoubleTree by Hilton
    - Detroit, Royal Oaks, Troy, Birmingham, & Bloomfield Hills areas of Michigan
    - Courtyard by Marriott - Courtyard Detroit Troy, Michigan
    - Westgate Lakes Orlando
    - 2012 documentary The Queen of Versailles about David & Jackie Siegel (owners of Westgate Resorts) attempt to build the largest single family home in the U.S
    - Great Wolf Lodge Poconos Mountains
    - Soundwaves Waterpark at Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville, TN
    - Hershey Lodge in Hershey, PABUY ME A COFFEE to show your support for the Trip Tales podcast! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kelseygraves
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    Trip Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and National Parks like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Yosemite. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation, especially when traveling with kids.
    1 hr 11 min
  • Turks & Caicos - Swanky & Serene 'Seven Stars Resort' + Top Island Eats & Excursions
    Kelsey sits down with Faith, a seasoned Turks & Caicos traveler who has visited three times (May 2019, May 2022, and May 2023) - and loved Seven Stars Resort so much, she’s returned twice. Faith shares why this boutique-style resort stands out, from its swanky yet serene atmosphere to its top-tier hospitality, family-friendly vibe, and unbeatable location on Grace Bay Beach. Plus, she dives into the best restaurants (including a Kardashian fav!) and must-do excursions across the island, giving you everything you need to plan the ultimate Turks & Caicos getaway!Mentioned in this episode:- Beaches Turks & Caicos
    - Travel Agent Rachel Lackey with Vacations Booked
    - Book Seven Stars Resort on Black Friday or Cyber Monday
    - Marriott Credit Card & Marriott Points
    - The Palms Turks & Caicos Spa
    - Seven Stars restaurants: Seven, The Deck, The Farm
    - Off property restaurants: Infiniti Restaurant & Raw Bar at Grace Bay Club, Magnolia Restaurant & Wine Bar, Coco Bistro, Da Conch Shack (a Kardashian fav), local Turks & Caicos Fish Fry, Mr. Grouper's, Omar's Beach Hut
    - Excursion companies: Caicos Dreams (private boat tour), Big Blue Collective (Kayaking Mangrove Eco Tour spotting turtles and iguanas), Island Vibes Tours (popular half-day tours from resorts with snorkeling, Iguana Island, and rum punch!)
    - Fun Facts With Faith: Jojo the DolphinBUY ME A COFFEE to show your support for the Trip Tales podcast! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kelseygraves
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    SHARE: About your trip on the Trip Tales podcast: [email protected] Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and U.S. National Parks. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation.

    Trip Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and National Parks like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Yosemite. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation, especially when traveling with kids.
    57 min
  • Panama - Beaches, Rainforest, Monkeys & Christmas Fireworks with Jessica’s Family of 4
    Kelsey chats with Jessica from the Sugar Daddy Podcast about her family's Christmas trip to Panama! Jessica, her husband, and their two kids spent a week in December 2024 exploring the country's beaches, rainforest, and vibrant Old Town Panama City. From spotting monkeys and sloths in the wild to soaking up the local culture, they fell in love with Panama—and they're already talking about a return trip!

    Mentioned in this episode:
    - Copa Airlines
    - Westin Playa Bonita - Executive Club Level
    - Gamboa Rainforest Reserve: Aerial Tram, Panama Canal Boat Tour, Sloth Sanctuary, Butterfly Garden, Capybaras
    - The W Panama
    - Global Entry
    - Sabroso Panama - dinner and a show
    - Super Gourmet Restaurant Cafe - coffee shop, empanadas
    - Casco Viejo, Old Town historic district of Panama City
    - Raspado - shaved ice in Panama
    - Mola Museum
    - Fine Hotels + Resorts with American Express
    - Taboga Island
    - Biomuseo
    - Cinta Costera - roadway bridge & pedestrian bridge
    - Historic Sofitel Legend Hotel, Casco Viejo Panama City
    - Monkey Island
    - Panama Canal Museum

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    SHARE: About your trip on the Trip Tales podcast: [email protected] Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and U.S. National Parks. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation.

    Trip Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and National Parks like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Yosemite. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation, especially when traveling with kids.
    52 min
  • Spain - Mother-Daughter Adventure to Madrid, Seville & Barcelona with Delish Food, Rich Culture & Amazing Architecture
    Kelsey chats with Genni from @travelingfranklins on Instagram, the Traveling Franklins blog, and the popular Lazy Budget Travel Tips Facebook Group. Genni shares the story of how she treated her mom to an unforgettable retirement trip to Spain, using points and miles, in May 2024.They flew business class, and visited Madrid, Seville, and Barcelona. From the delicious food to Spain's rich culture and spectacular architecture, this trip was one for the books. Tune in to hear all about their adventures, Genni’s tips for using points and miles to make travel more affordable, and why Spain is the perfect destination for a celebratory getaway.

    Mentioned in this episode:
    - Traveling Franklins blog post: How to Claim Back VAT Tax in Spain
    - Business Class on Iberia Airlines to Madrid
    - MADRID: Plaza de Espana, Prado Museum (Museo Nacional del Prado), artist Francisco Goya, Puerta del Sol, shopping at Casa de Diego, Los Angeles restaurant, Hyatt Centric Madrid (Hyatt Centric Gran Via Madrid), Camper shoe store, San Gines chocolate and churros (Chocolateria San Gines), Valor Chocolate (Chocolateria Valor)
    - SEVILLE: Sevilla, Andalusia region, Petit Palace Puerta de Triana, Flamenco dancing, Teatro Flamenco Sevilla, Royal Alcazar Palace, Cathedral of Seville, Game of Thrones filming location, remains of Christopher Columbus, La Brunilda Tapas
    - BARCELONA: Hotel HCC Montblanc, Gothic Quarter, Caganer: The Pooper Store, Barceloneta Beach, Gaudi, Basilica de Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo, Palau de la Musica Catalan, Ohla Barcelona restaurant, paella
    BUY ME A COFFEE to show your support for the Trip Tales podcast! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kelseygraves
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    SHARE: About your trip on the Trip Tales podcast: [email protected] Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and U.S. National Parks. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation.

    Trip Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and National Parks like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Yosemite. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation, especially when traveling with kids.
    1 hr 26 min
  • Grand Canyon with Kids - Exploring the Grand Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Coral Pink Sand Dunes & Route 66
    Kelsey sits down with Joy Smith from @savvytravelmamas to hear all about her mother-son adventure in July 2024. Joy shares how this trip led them to some of the most stunning natural landscapes and colors she’s ever seen! From the Grand Canyon and Horseshoe Bend to the striking Vermilion Cliffs and the Coral Pink Sand Dunes, every stop had breathtaking views. They also explored nostalgic Route 66 and wrapped up their journey in Las Vegas. 

    Mentioned in this episode:
    • Joy's Points Travel Academy
    • 4th Grade National Park Pass
    • Valley of Fire State Park
    • Coral Pink Sand State Park
    • IHG and Holiday Inn on points
    • North Rim (Jacob Lake Inn cookies!) and South Rim of the Grand Canyon with kids
    • Horseshoe Bend, Vermillion Cliffs, Cliff Dwellers
    • Pink Jeep Tour in Grand Canyon
    • Sedona, AZ: McDonald's with blue arches, Chapel of the Holy Cross
    • Route 66: Inspiration for Disney movie Cars, Williams and Seligman, Arizona, Poozeum
    • New York, New York hotel in Las Vegas with kids
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    SHARE: About your trip on the Trip Tales podcast: [email protected] Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and U.S. National Parks. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation.

    Trip Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and National Parks like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Yosemite. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation, especially when traveling with kids.
    1 hr 3 min

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