by Trav | Oct 15, 2015 | Podcast
I have a new favorite city.
Cape Town, South Africa
It has everything. It’s small but has everything you want. You can drive without it being a pain. And you can get to the mountains, the beach, and most importantly, the wine country with less than a 30-minute car ride.
Today Heather joins me as we break down our time in Capetown, from the deal with transportation through amazing (and some not amazing) food and wine we had along the way.
Check out our full itinerary here, as well as our Sleep, Eat, Do guide to Cape Town!
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In This Episode:
- 3:32 What is a Destination Diary?
- 7:06 The areas we visited.
- 7:48 Transportation around South Africa & Cape Town
- 11:00 Accommodations in Cape Town & virtual friends
- 15:30 Delicious, and not so delicious food & drink in Cape Town
- 28:56 Things to do in Downtown Cape Town
- 35:30 The most amazing first day anywhere!
- 38:33 The drives around Cape Town
- 43:30 The Wine Country
- 48:00 The wineries that we would recommend
- 51:32 The Garden Route Drive
- 55:00 Can’t-Miss, Skip, & Regret
and much more!
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by Trav | Mar 24, 2015 | Podcast
We have spent more time in Chiang Mai than any other city in the world.
Except, of course, Philadelphia.
And yet somehow, we’ve never done a Destination Diary on it!
So today, long overdue, is an account of some of the best places in Chiang Mai. The best restaurants (for all different types of food), the best places to stay, some of the most fun activities, and the best straight razor shave you’ll ever get!
** Also, please don’t forget to vote for us in the Lights Camera Switzerland competition so we can get our own TV show! **
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In This Episode:
- 05:21 Sleeping – long term & short term
- 10:30 Eating (Our favorite part!!)
- 15:44 Western places too, because sometimes you just need a burger.
- 29:31 Activities in and around Chiang Mai
- 36:26 Shopping & custom made suits!
- 39:43 Haircuts and straight razor shaves!
and much more!
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Sleeping
Eating
Activities
Shopping
Beauty
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by Trav | Oct 23, 2014 | Podcast
Since you already know that we’re super tourists (and super nerdy) we decided to take it a step farther and list of our favorite tourist destinations around the world.
In for a penny, in for a pound.
These are the places that are seen by many independent travelers to be a little too full of tourists for their tastes.
We disagree.
Sometimes places are so packed with tourists because they’re full of amazing and cool things that everyone should make an effort to see and experience.
Have you been to a super touristy destination that we left off our list? Let us know! You know us, we’re always looking for places to add to our travel lists!
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In This Episode:
- Why are there so many Disney podcasts?
- Jason has worked everywhere.
- A city built in the middle of the desert just for tourists.
- Why these cities are all worth the trip.
- Coinciding lists.
- Places you might want to visit sooner rather than later.
and much more!
Links Discussed in This Episode:
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by Trav | Sep 24, 2014 | Podcast
Portland, Oregon has it all.
From excellent beer to delicious coffee, the best ice cream in the world, and amazing food carts around every corner Portland is a dream come true!
As we record this episode we are actually IN Portland for the second time this year. We discuss the different parts of town, some great breweries, restaurants, and the best ice cream in the world.
We also comment on the Multnomah Falls, the gorge, and the Japanese Rose Garden where you’ll find out just how frugal of a traveler I can be.
Capped off with a spectacular 2-day itinerary, you won’t be able to wait to book your next (or first!) trip to Portland.
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In This Episode:
- How nice the people of Portland are.
- The best coffee in Portland.
- An hour-long wait for breakfast that’s absolutely worth it.
- Where to get the best Ice Cream in the world.
- How we got a little slice of Japan right in Portland.
- How much of frugal traveler I really am.
- The Multnomah Falls and Oneonta Gorge
- A two-day itinerary of all the must see’s in Portland
and much more!
Things we talked about in this episode:
Click on the map above to see all the locations we mentioned in this episode on a Google Map for easy planning! Website links for specific places are located below.
Places to Stay
Breweries
Coffee
Food
Food Carts
Activities
Two Day Itinerary
you’re only going to be in Portland for a couple of days, here are Heather and my best suggestions.
Day 1
Breakfast – Tin Shed
Mid Morning – Coffee at Stumptown or Barista
Noon & Mid Afternoon – Japanese Rose Garden.
Alternative – Walk or Bike around Portland.
Mid Afternoon – Hit up a Happy Hour at any of the delicious restaurants around town.
Dinner – Either Tasty n Alder or Andina in the Pearl District
Dessert – The Salt and Straw
Day 2
Multnomah Falls & if you have time, the Oneonta Gorge.
Dinner – Edgefield McMenamins
Links:
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by Trav | Sep 17, 2014 | Podcast, Podcast Interview
Colorado. A state where the names of towns and mountains produce a sense of nostalgia for the past. A state of beautiful national parks, gorgeous mountains, and amazing scenery.
And what better way to learn about Colorado then speaking to a local? Today we bring Jason back to share his experiences living in Colorado and to hear what he would suggest for anyone looking to visit.
We cover the best cities, how to visit all the national parks for cheap, great ski spots, delicious food, and of course, great beer. Jason also shares his Rule of Three, a great way to tell the best restaurants in any area you visit!
Have you ever been to Colorado? Tell us about the things Jason’s been missing out on in the comments below!
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In This Episode:
- A great road trip itinerary around Colorado
- The best hot springs.
- Ways to save on National Park admission.
- How to camp for free on your trip.
- Some great festivals in Telluride to check out.
- Some of the best restaurants to eat at in Boulder, Denver, & Breckenridge
- An Epic way to save money on skiing during the season. (If you like to ski, this is a MUST do!)
- The top 3 ski locations if you’re on a time crunch
and much more!
Things we talked about in this episode:
Click on the map to see all the locations listed below on a Google Map! It’s a great tool for planning your own trip to Colorado!
A Great Roadtrip Path
Take the 285 starting in Denver and head towards Salida and Gunnison before turning south towards Telluride and the San Juan National Forest. Here you’ll find some of the youngest mountains in the state, which are craggier, and very different from mountains found elsewhere in Colorado. Turn west towards Mesa Verde National Park and then loop back up north towards Grand Junction or loop back to Salida before returning to Denver via Boulder.
Click here to see the route in google maps!
Distance: About 1,000 miles but you’ll never leave the state.
Recommended Time: 7 to 10+ days.
Denver:
The Little Man Ice Cream
The Yardhouse
Boulder:
Sherpa’s Adventurers Restaurant & Bar
The Bitter Bar
UpSlope Brewing Company
Fate Brewing Company
Larkburger
Illegal Petes
Breckenridge:
Broken Compass Brewing
Modis
Colorado Springs:
Western Jubilee Recording Studio
National Parks & Camping:
National Park Annual Pass
Bureau of Land Management Camping Information
FreeCampSites.net
Parks Mentioned:
Garden of the Gods near Colorado Springs
Mesa Verde National Park
San Juan National Forest
Hot Springs:
Strawberry Park Hot Springs
Orvis Hot Springs
Skiing:
The Epic Pass – This Pass is good for the entire ski season with unlimited access to over 10 ski locations.
Top 3 Ski Locations:
Bear Basin – Close to Denver
Vail
Steamboat Mountain – Good open tree runs.
Festivals:
Telluride Bluegrass Festival
Telluride Blues and Brews Festival
Links:
Top 16 Breweries in America (#1 in Colorado!)
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