The Peloponnese Peninsula holds so many treasures — from ancient cities to soaring mountains to olive groves to some lovely seaside towns.

Stoupa is one of these towns that is a fun place to spend a few days — or a couple of weeks.

Once a sleepy town, Stoupa is now pretty well known with the Greeks and other Europeans who take advantage of a couple of nice beaches and the beautiful seas.

It's a wonderful spot for sure and a good base to explore the Mani Peninsula of the Peloponnese.

In this episode, I'll also share how I came to be in Stoupa — because it wasn't my original plan.

But sometimes you have to know when it's time to move on — even if it means losing money.

There are definitely some lessons learned in this special episode.

Want to chat more about Stoupa Greece?

Or have a story you want to share about a trip that wasn't quite perfect?

Then send me a note at [email protected].

In this episode:

1:52 Placing Stoupa Greece on the map

6:20 My story of how I came to be in this place

8:30 A feeling I had...

10:55 The Airbnb

15:18 What was wrong

19:28 Getting away from where I was staying / Dealing with Airbnb

21:10 The lessons learned

26:26 Stoupa Greece overview



Important links:

The 8 Wonderful Things You Need To Do in Stoupa Greece

Greece Travel

Mani Peninsula

Mani Peninsula Rick Steves

Lighthouse Apartments

Airbnb



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Did you know there are over 700 islands off the coast of Scotland?

And did you know that only about 95 of them are actually inhabited?

While you may know the famous Isle of Skye,  I'm guessing you may not know about some of the other islands of Scotland.

For example, Arran is often considered to be Scotland in miniature.

Or that the red deer population far outnumber the people on the Isle of Jura.

There is so much to learn and explore when it comes to Scotland's beautiful and diverse islands.

From the strong ties to Viking heritage on the Shetland Islands and Orkney Islands to some major whisky distilleries on Islay to the strong Gaelic traditions of the Outer Hebrides, this episode is packed with excellent information on some of the main islands of Scotland.

Tune in as Bo Fraser, a Blue Badge Guide with Scottish Tourist Guides Association — and a St Andrews native, joins us again to take us on an adventure to some of the Islands of Scotland.

I'm betting you will add a few of these islands to your Scotland itinerary!

Want to chat more about the Scottish Islands?

Just send an email to [email protected] to chat more about this amazing destination.


In this episode:

2:48 Overview of Islands of Scotland

4:39 Arran

10:17 Inner Hebrides Intro

10:50 Islay

14:25 Jura

20:55 Mull, Iona and Staffa

27:06 Skye

38:55 Outer Hebrides Intro

41:52 North and South Uist and Benbecula

45:22 CalMac Ferry Company

46:38 Lewis and Harris

50:30 Orkney Islands

58:20 Shetland Islands

1:04:48 Wrapping it up



Important links:

Scotland Your Way

Episode 9 — Scottish Lowlands

Episode 11 — Scottish Highlands 1

Episode 13 — Scottish Highlands 2

9 Amazing Things To Do on the Duirinish Peninsula, Isle of Skye

Giant's Causeway: It's All About Geology

Visit Scotland

The Islands of Scotland

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Have you heard of the South Tyrol province in Italy?

Well if you love good wine, delicious food, impressive castles, charming villages and stunning mountain landscapes then this is THE destination for you.

South Tyrol is also called Alto Adige. And it is the northern part of the Trentino-Alto Adige region.

It's unlike any other place in Italy, yet it still has all the things that make Italy such an appealing — and popular — country to visit.

Tune in to learn more about all that South Tyrol — also called Südtirol — has to offer.

And why autumn is a fabulous time to travel there.

Have more questions or want some help planning that trip to South Tyrol, Italy?

Then email me at [email protected].


In this episode:

1:18 Learning a bit about South Tyrol

6:15 The wine of South Tyrol

10:53 The food of South Tyrol

13:40 The castles, fortresses and churches (the history) of South Tyrol

19:03 The towns of South Tyrol

22:34 The landscape of South Tyrol

28:54 Why you should visit in autumn

34:38 Wrapping it up


Important links:

Episode 10 — Castelrotto and Alpe di Siusi

Abbazia Novacella

Caldaro/Kaltern

South Tyrol Tourism

Dolomite parks

Why I love Alpe di Siusi


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Yes, you can still travel to Italy during the COVID-19 pandemic.

But it is more complicated.

And not everyone will actually be able to do so.

Tune into this episode to see how yours truly navigated getting to Italy from the USA and what travel is like once you are actually in Italy.

I have some tips to help you figure some of this out because it is more complex.

But travel to Italy is still very possible.

You just need to be armed with the right knowledge and you need to pack your patience — along with your masks!

So if you are dreaming of a trip to Italy, tune into find out how to make it happen.

Have more questions or want some help planning that trip to Italy?

Then email me at [email protected].


In this episode:

:40 Intro...from the closet

2:31 Yes you can travel to Italy

3:21 Tips for getting to Italy

6:30 EU Passenger Locator Form

7:24 Masks on flights

9:54 Getting to my first destination Valpolicella wine region

11:12 Masking in Italy

12:00 The Green Pass in Italy

15:27 Masks on public transportation

17:23 Wrapping it up



Important links:

US Embassy in Italy

KN 95 Masks (this is a mask that I found that I really like!)

Dimora Buglioni

Castelrotto and Alpe di Siusi (Episode 10)


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Do you love mysterious sites?

Or maybe you have a thing for castles?

Or perhaps you simply enjoy being in green rolling hills dotted with cows and sheep?

Then you need to put County Meath, Ireland on your itinerary.

This destination, just an hour or so away from the capital city of Dublin, is filled with so many amazing sites and experiences.

From the UNESCO Newgrange and Knowth to the well-preserved Trim Castle, County Meath is where ancient Ireland comes alive.

And where you can enjoy the pastoral landscape of this incredible country.

Want to chat more about County Meath?

Then send me a note at [email protected].


In this episode:

1:48 Placing County Meath on the map

3:23 Hill of Tara

8:13 Newgrange

12:52 Knowth

16:55 Slane Castle

19:06 Trim Castle

21:15 Loughcrew Cairns

26:02 Wrapping it up


Important links:

Heritage Ireland — Hill of Tara

Heritage Ireland — Brú na Bóinne (Newgrange and Knowth)

Heritage Ireland — Trim Castle

Slane Castle 

Loughcrew Cairns

Exploring Ireland's Fascinating History in County Meath

5 Reasons Why Loughcrew Cairns Is One of the Best Sites in Ireland

How to Visit Newgrange and Knowth: 6 Awesome Tips


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What is slow travel?

And what does it really mean to travel slowly? 

Let's start with this scenario:

You probably have a relative or friend who has traveled to a country in Europe.

As he or she recounts the trip — that was all of 10 days on the ground — they list off about 25 places they visited.

It was a whirlwind and your head spins at all that this person saw and did.

But did they really see it?

Did they really do anything?

And, more importantly, what did they truly experience?

Slow travel is the opposite of this.

It’s spending more than one night in any given town or city.

It’s getting to know the destination, the history, the culture and the people of that place.

Slow travel is more about experiences and connection.

And it’s not about spending an hour or so at some site or landmark, checking it off your list then moving onto the next site.

In this short episode, I'll bust a couple of myths about slow travel and offer up some tips and advantages to traveling slowly.

Need more help in planning a trip to Europe?

Then check out the website at wanderyourway.com or send me an email at [email protected].


In this episode:

2:52 What is slow travel?

4:15 Busting a myth about slow travel

5:00 Hone in on a region / Eliminate "one night stands"

6:49 Have a richer travel experience

8:11  A slow travel story

8:49 Avoid exhaustion and remember what you did

9:42 My fast travel story

11:02 Slow travel saves money

11:50 You get better information

12:59 Making connections

16:00 My slow travel hope for you


Important links:

Why I Believe Slow Travel Is the Best Way to Travel

6 Tips to Help You Travel Cheaper to  Europe

The Art of Slow Travel

The Slow Travel Trend Is Here to Stay

Sadly Saying Goodbye to Northwest Scotland

Why Kenmare Is the Perfect Irish Town


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Do you think about hiking or cycling or skiing when you think of Europe?

Well maybe you should.

Because Europe has a lot to offer the outdoors person, the nature lover and the adventure seeker.

Join me as I talk to Jackie Nourse, aka Traveling Jackie, about all the fabulous things there are to do in the outdoors of Europe.

And all the beautiful places there are to have these adventures in.

We'll talk about sailing, cycling, hiking, skiing, running and so much more in this fun, energy-filled episode.

Whether you are a casual outdoors person or someone who loves an epic adventure, Europe has something for you.

Want to talk more about outdoors Europe?

Then send an email to [email protected].

I love talking about getting outside and having some fun!


In this episode:

2:25 Introducing Jackie

3:55 A story about Europe outdoors

5:15 Jackie's Europe outdoors story

8:00 The Outdoor "Option"

9:45 On and in the water in Europe

17:55 Cycling in Europe

30:20 Hiking and walking

39:30 Start with your interests

42:05 The mix of nature and culture in Europe

43:33 Skiing in Europe

50:05 A favorite outdoor adventure of Jackie's

53:30 What Jackie wants to do in the outdoors in Europe

55:00 Running in Europe

57:55 Find Jackie

58:51 My outdoors Europe story

1:01:30 Following your interests

1:02:27 Outdoor lovers go to Europe


Important links:

Traveling Jackie

JUMP Podcast

Why Europe Is an Amazing Destination for Nature Lovers

What to Do in Europe for the Adventurous Traveler

Why Now Is the Best Time to Plan a European Nature Adventure

Episode 12: How to Figure Out Where to Travel in Europe

Outdoors Ireland

Bike Tours

Rogue Expeditions


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"Don't go to Tuscany. Go to Piedmont!"

Yes.

A friend said this to me several years ago and I still went to Tuscany — again.

But then I finally listened and traveled to the Piedmont region of northern Italy.

And kicked myself for not going sooner.

Piedmont has everything that Tuscany has — but more.

Charming hill towns. Check.

Rolling hills dotted with grapevines. Check.

Delicious food. Check.

Tasty wine. Check.

Intriguing history. Check.

And big, snow-capped mountains. Check!

That's something Tuscany doesn't have.

Give this episode a listen to learn about the incredible region of Piedmont, Italy.

I'm betting you'll be ready to pack your bags when you're finished.

Want to talk more about Piedmont, Italy?

Just send an email to [email protected] to chat more about this amazing destination.


In this episode:

2:14 Placing Piedmont on the map

3:00 History and geography of Piedmont

4:29 Turin

6:09 Sacra di San Michele

9:26 Forte Fenestrelle

14:35 Langhe region overview

16:28 Bra

16:56 Alba

18:40 Roddi

20:08 La Morra

22:10 Barolo (the town)

23:11 Monforte d'Alba

25:29 Serralunga d'Alba

29:15 Matteo Corregia Winery

30:39 Virna

32:37 Hazelnuts and Cascina Barroero

35:35 Food of Piedmont



Important links:

Il Gioco dell'Oca

Il Gioco dell'Oca review

La Morra

Monforte d'Alba

Serralunga d'Alba

Towns of Piedmont

Matteo Corregia Vineyard

Matteo Corregia review

Virna  Winery

Cascina Barroero

Cascina Barroero review

Forte Fenestrelle

Sacra di San Michele

Alba Market

Piedmont

Piedmont tourism


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If you love small seaside towns with twisting, cobblestone lanes then you'll love Rovinj.

Located in the Istria region of Croatia, this small town is charming as hell.

It has a beautiful harbor area, fabulous restaurants, a gorgeous park, a lovely church and so much more.

Including some amazing sunsets!

And it has a definite Italian flare to it.

Tune in to find out all about this delightful town in Croatia.

I'm betting you'll be adding it to your list.

Want to talk more about Rovinj?

Just send an email to [email protected] to chat more about this amazing destination.


In this episode:

1:31 Placing Rovinj Croatia on the map

3:03 An overview of Rovinj

5:15 The harbor area

5:52 St Euphemia Basilica

7:12 The food

8:58 Boats to the islands

10:55 Wandering the streets

12:06 Forest Park Punta Corrente

15:44 Sunsets at Puntalina

17:36 Wrapping it up


Important links:

Scuba Restaurant

da Sergio

St Euphemia

Rovinj Tourism

Punta Corrente Forest Park

The 7 Best Things To Do in Rovinj Croatia

Studio Emanuel (where I stayed)


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Ask an Irish person about West Cork and they'll look at you with a dreamy look in their eyes.

West Cork has that affect on you.

This part of County Cork, Ireland is truly special.

Small harbor towns such as Baltimore and Schull dot the jagged coastline.

Sandy beaches like Inchy Doney and Barleycove pop up here and there.

Places like Mizen Head and Sheep's Head — 2 of the southwest peninsulas — provide stunning sea views.

Inland cows dot the green hills.

And stone circles remind us of the ancient people who once inhabited this area.

And did I mention that West Cork has some of the best food in Ireland?

If you only make it to Cork City or the popular harbor town of Kinsale then you are missing out on all that West Cork has to offer.

Because while County Cork is wonderful, West Cork is absolutely amazing!

Want to talk more about County Cork, Ireland?

Just send an email to [email protected] to chat more about this amazing destination.


In this episode:

1:47 County Cork general highlights

2:55 Placing West Cork on the map

5:38 Clonakilty and Inchy Doney

8:05 R routes taking you to the coast

10:27 Drombeg Stone Circle

11:44 Glandore

12:56 Leap

13:50 Skibbereen

15:43 Lough Hyne

17:00 Roaring Water Bay

18:50 Ballydehob

20:29 Schull

24:22 Mizen Head

30:47 Sheep's Head

33:55 Bantry

35:33 Glengarriff

40:30 Beara Peninsula

45:13 Summing up West Cork

46:51 And oops I forgot Baltimore & Cape Clear


Important links:

The Best Things to Do in Schull and West Cork

Is Mizen Head the Best of Southwest Ireland's Peninsulas?

5 Reasons Why You Need to Visit Sheep's Head Ireland

The 18 Best Drives in Ireland

An Amazing Kayak Trip on Glengarriff Bay Ireland

Beara: The Stunning, Peaceful and Mystical Peninsula of Ireland

Why You Need to Visit the Beautiful Cape Clear Ireland

Discovering Something Inspiring & New at at Historical Eccles Hotel

Sea View B&B Schull

West Cork Tourism

West Cork Distillers

Bantry House

Outdoors Ireland

Garinish Island


Note: I just found out that Grove Hous

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