All Things Travel Podcast

Welcome to All Things Travel. Recently, my family experienced sailing with celebrity cruises. I was blown away by the ship, activities, and most definitely the staff. Today, we'll discuss why celebrity cruises should be on your vacation list.  Support the show Love the podcast? Help us continue to create great travel content by supporting the show. You can do that here: https://www.buzzsprout...

Packing for a trip can be exciting and help you prepare for upcoming travel. However, today we're going to talk about a few things that you can do when you return from your trip to make packing for your next trip even better. Support the show Love the podcast? Help us continue to create great travel content by supporting the show. You can do that here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1197029/suppo...

Hello, and welcome to all things travel for many people and Alaskan cruise is on their dream travel list for good reason.  The environment is breathtaking. The longer cruises allow you to relax and really enjoy your time. It is a part of the United States. That's like no other today. Julie and I are going to go live on Facebook and talk about all things cruising in Alaska.  Support the show L...

Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. Over the past few months, I've enjoyed sharing some of our greatest hits episodes, and also doing some solo shows. However, I have some really exciting news to share about All Things Travel. Support the show Love the podcast? Help us continue to create great travel content by supporting the show. You can do that here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1197029/...

Traveling with family can be interesting, fun, challenging, rewarding. And sometimes just a bit crazy.  But there's some real benefit to traveling with not just your family, but also grandmas, grandpas, aunts, and uncles, and whoever you call family today, you'll join in on one of our Facebook lives, where Julia and I discuss tips for traveling with families. We talk about all things fro...

I'm sure you've seen advertisements for all-inclusive resorts and wondered if it would be right for you and your family. The misconception is an all-inclusive resort vacation is only for adults, a drunken party, low in service level, and only offers a pool or beach... SO NOT TRUE!  All-Inclusive resorts make GREAT family vacations. Mexico, Jamaica, and across the Caribbean there are opti...

This past week, I had the opportunity to go to Walt Disney world. And I've got some fun things to share with you about my recent trip. And everything you need to know for visiting Walt Disney world right now Support the show Love the podcast? Help us continue to create great travel content by supporting the show. You can do that here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1197029/supporters/new Ready to...

When planning a vacation, have you ever thought about how much it costs versus how much you want to get out of it?  When you're thinking of the cost versus the value of a vacation, it becomes a really interesting balancing act.  You'll join us on my second Facebook live  my friend, Julie, and I talk about comparing the price and value when it comes to planning a  vacation.  Support the s...

Travel can be an exciting adventure, but does an all-inclusive resort make the best solo trip? Today I'm going to talk about a recent trip that I took without my family to a fantastic resort in Cancun. Support the show Love the podcast? Help us continue to create great travel content by supporting the show. You can do that here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1197029/supporters/new Ready to plan...

Budgeting for a vacation can be challenging. There's the cost of the final itinerary, and then there's all the extras that aren't always accounted for. So today I'll talk about how to truly understand the cost of that next vacation. Support the show Love the podcast? Help us continue to create great travel content by supporting the show. You can do that here: https://www.buzzsp...

Ryan and Shayne discuss what happened during their break and reveal the future of All Things Travel! Support the show Love the podcast? Help us continue to create great travel content by supporting the show. You can do that here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1197029/supporters/new Ready to plan your vacation?  Most families are confused and overwhelmed when planning a vacation. We work with you to p...

Support the show Love the podcast? Help us continue to create great travel content by supporting the show. You can do that here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1197029/supporters/new Ready to plan your vacation?  Most families are confused and overwhelmed when planning a vacation. We work with you to plan a trip perfect for your family. Saving you time, money, and stress!  Visit our website www.allthi...

Have you ever seen any of the hundreds of movies or shows filmed in Big Apple and thought, I’d like to go there. Today we discuss the destination that Alexander Hamilton called, “the greatest city in the world.” Top Tips for Visiting New York City Considerations for visiting New York City Highlights of an NYC trip Eating and Drinking in New York City What NOT to do in NYC Why New York City makes a...

When you think of a Hawaiian vacation, beaches, pools, and tropical drinks might fill your mind. However, there is a whole other side to the Hawaiian islands. Today we’re discussing volcanoes, rugged landscapes, and black sand beaches of the big island of Hawaii. Visiting the Big Island of Hawaii Overview of your vacations to the Hawaiian Islands Overview of the island of Hawaii (characteristics,...

When it comes to history and culture, it doesn’t get much better than Athens, Greece. This European destination is an amazing city to tour, and today Ryan and I are joined by a recent traveler to the “glorious city”. Travel to Athens from Airport (taxi vs Train) Where to stay in Athens (the Plaka Neighborhood), Hotel Plaka Highlights of Athens (what to see, how to do it) Food, culture, people Tips...

It’s summertime here in the U.S., which means it’s time to hit the open road. We’re talking road trip vacations and have a special guest to inspire your next driving adventure. Plus, we will introduce you to a great travel partner to help you plan all the details. We have a special guest today. Ryan’s wife, Elizabeth Struble, tells us about an epic road trip she took after graduating from college....

Are you a fan of U2, Guinness, or James Joyce? Have you always dreamed of visiting Dublin, Ireland, and don’t know where to start with planning? Today, we cover what you need to know if you want to visit Dublin, and Ryan may treat us to a few stories from his trips to Dublin. Why is Dublin high on so many people’s bucket lists? " Dublin: foreign, but familiar." What to do in Dublin? Chec...

Dreaming of a trip to Hawaii but don’t know where to start? We’re giving you a great place to start in this episode. Listen and enjoy Ryan’s tour of O‘ahu! The Grand Tour of O’ahu Central O’ahu Windward Coast (The Coastal Route to Kailua) North Shore Back to Central O’ahu Leeward Coast More topics: Planning a Trip to O’ahu How long should you stay? Find a balance of relaxation/visiting planning Ch...

Food is a great reason to visit Spain, but what should you try? Is Spanish food spicy? Today we talk about one of our "flavorite" places to enjoy food: Spain! We’ll discuss all you need to know about the food at one of our favorite places! What is Spanish food like? Spanish Food in Various regions? Favorite\Popular Spanish dishes Ways to enjoy Spanish food? Dining habits? What is your fa...

Recently Shayne and Ryan sat down with several other Travel Advisors and discussed our work. We came up with a list of TA “secrets” and want to share them with you, our fellow travelers. Travel Advisor Secrets When you start to work with a clients, what’s one thing you tend to think about that they don’t? How has being a TA affected how you plan your own trips? What are things you have booked for...

Universal Orlando Resort is a top vacation destination in central Florida. Today we’re joined by two travel advisor friends who visited for the first-ish time recently and have a lot to share about these theme parks. Visiting Universal for the First ( ish) Time Do you have to be a Harry Potter fan to enjoy Universal Orlando? Impressions of your resort Universal Studios What’s the best ride in Orla...

The logistics of getting around during your vacation can be complicated. Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resorts both offer many different options. This post covers the best ways to get around Disney and Universal. Getting to Walt Disney World Getting to Universal Orlando Resorts Getting around Walt Disney World Getting around Universal Orlando Resorts Support the show Love the podcast? He...

The last episode Ryan and I discussed the reasons why river cruising should be on your list of upcoming vacations. Today, we will highlight two different types of river cruises we love to get your travel planning started. Danube River Cruise with Scenic Columbia & Snake River Question: Which of these 2 river cruises would suit you best?   **Let us know on Facebook and Instagram .** Support the...

How about a vacation where you have amazing service, unpack once but see multiple destinations, and explore some of the world’s most important historic and cultural sites? Sound good? That’s what a river cruise vacation has to offer. Today we’ll discuss why this type of travel just may be a great vacation for you! What seems like the best reason to river cruise to you?  **Let us know on Facebook a...

Hello and welcome to all Things Travel. When it comes to a tropical vacation, there are so many options. Today, we compare two amazing destinations. In one corner, we have Ryan and Hawaii, and in the other corner, we have Ali and Tahiti. Which destination will win out as your next travel plan? Where is Hawaii, and where is Tahiti? Hawaii vs. Tahiti: What comes to mind for each? How to get to each...