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- Traveling in Iceland with Eliza Reid of Iceland Writers Retreat
Eliza Reid, writer and co-founder of Iceland Writers Retreat, talks to us about Icelandic tourism and culture, and why Iceland inspires so many artists. Eliza is in Chicago as part of Taste of Iceland in Chicago 2016, a festival celebrating Iceland's art and traditions.
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25 min - Traveling in Iceland with Eliza Reid of Iceland Writers Retreat
Eliza Reid, writer and co-founder of Iceland Writers Retreat, talks to us about Icelandic tourism and culture, and why Iceland inspires so many artists. Eliza is in Chicago as part of Taste of Iceland in Chicago 2016, a festival celebrating Iceland's art and traditions.
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25 min - How to Plan a Trip from Scratch: Getting Airplane Tickets
You're about to drop a bunch of money on a plane ticket...how do you do it in the best way possible? Let us guide you. On the third part of our series "How to Plan a Trip from Scratch", we discuss the steps to purchasing airfare including their go-to sites, our ambivalence towards airline miles and the crippling anxiety that comes from pulling the trigger.
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31 min - Traveling in Guatemala
We discuss Ines's recent trip to Guatemala. Listen as we talk about practical concerns like safety, planning, and where to find the best food. We also address Guatemala's tumultuous history and Ines's even more tumultuous relationship with recreational hiking.
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35 min - How to Travel for Business with Mare Swallow of Chicago Writers Conference
Traveling for business conjures images of glamour. Road warriors, though, know that business trips can be a source of constant stress. Neverthless, the experience can be rewarding with a bit of preparation. Independent woman traveler and special guest Mare Swallow sat down with us to give us her expert tips on how to make the most out of business travel.
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44 min - NY Times List of 52 Places to Go in 2016
We discuss the New York Times' annual list of 52 Place to Go. We talk about the hits and misses, where we've been and where we'd like to go. We also address the selection criteria of the chosen places, what we DON'T like about the list, and how to use it to make informed choices about your travels.
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34 min - How to Plan a Trip from Scratch: Budgeting
We give you some conventional ("track your expenses") and not-so-conventional ("crash on your ex-boyfriend's best friend's couch") advice to save up for your dream trip. We also include our top 5 tips for creating and keeping a travel budget.
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22 min - Homage to AirportsMost people view airports as a source of pain and frustration. We beg to differ. Listen as we discuss our favorite airports and the hidden gems each contains, tips for security lines, and fun ways to pass the time while waiting for a flight. Plus traumatic tales of flying solo as kids (because who doesn't love those)!Subscribe to our monthly newsletter here.
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35 min - Traveling in Washington D.C. with Doris McTyre
Doris Manning McTyre joins us on a guide through our nation's capital! We discuss our emotional connections to D.C., the forgotten contributions of women in history, and balls. Lots of balls. Plus, museum tips, restaurant recommendations and other tidbits to make a trip to Washington as amazing as a bald eagle soaring through the sky.
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39 min - Traveler Gratitude: Acts of Kindness on the Road
We share tales of traveler gratitude and acts of kindness from listeners, as well as our own. Also discussed: the most and least hospitable places we've been, how to assist fellow travelers and experiences with voluntourism.
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About XX, Will Travel: A Podcast for Independent Women Travelers
From the publisher's feed
Travelistas Ines & Kathy share interviews, stories & tips on independent women's travel. Designed for every travel experience level, from first timers to solo travelers.