Destination Diary – Cape Town, South Africa

Ep-193

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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Destination Diary – Chiang Mai

Ep-153

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!

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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

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Destination Diary: Guatemala

Guatemala.

As far as I was concerned, it was that place south of Mexico, and north of Brazil.

That was until I met Robb and Dave. They had spent almost 3 months in Guatemala on a previous trip and listening to their stories made me realize that I need to know more. A lot more.

Today I bring back Robb Hillman and David McMullin to share their experiences in Guatemala with all of us so that we too can fall in love with this seemingly beautiful country. We talk about some of the best sites to see, including Tikal, active volcanoes, and caves best seen by candlelight.

We also chat about the “Chicken Bus” phenomena and the Killer Tomatoes, and how you never really know whats coming until you get there.

Guatemala sounds like a fabulous place, and it’s officially made it’s way to a top spot on my list of places to visit!

Have you ever been to Guatemala? Share your experiences in the comments below!

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In This Episode:

  • 2:40 What’s south of Mexico and north of Brazil?
  • 06:30 Safety concerns.
  • 08:55 Visiting Tikal.
  • 16:35 Learning Spanish.
  • 18:43 Climbing an Active Volcano.
  • 23:33 Chicken buses.
  • 33:40 Staying at a Finca.
  • 37:55 Going through a cave by candlelight.
  • and much more!

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Destination Diary- Portugal

DD---Portugal

Portugal is one of our favorite countries in the world.

It’s also one of the cheapest options in western Europe.

Heather and I talk about where to go, what to do, and the best places to eat and drink! From getting completely lost in a rain storm to finding the Harry Potter bookstore we talk about some of our most memorable experiences in Portugal, and it leaves us aching to go back!

Have you ever been to Portugal? What were some of your favorite places to go/stay/eat?

If you haven’t been yet what are you the most excited about now that you’ve heard us rave about it? Leave your answer in the comments below!

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In This Episode:

  • Getting lost in a rain storm.
  • One of the best places we’ve ever stayed. (and it’s a hostel!)
  • 4-course meals for 7 euros in Lisbon.
  • One of the oldest flea markets in the world.
  • Port and Wine tours in Portugal.
  • Passion Fruit tarts!!
  • The Harry Potter Bookstore

and much more!

Places to Stay

Lisbon

Porto

Places to Eat

Lagos

Lisbon

Porto

Places to Drink

Porto

Places to Go

Lagos

  • Walking around the Old City
  • Ponta da Piedade

Lisbon

  • Palace of Sintra
  • Ride the cable cars
  • Wander around the AlfamaFlea Market in Alfama- Fiera da Ladra

Porto

  • Hang out under the Dom Luis Bridge
  • Head to the Harry Potter Bookshop- Livraria Lello
  • Port wineries
  • River Cruise on the Douro

 

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