Destinations Beyond Expectations

Geographically located in the heart of the contiguous U.S., Wichita offers plenty for visitors to do in an environmentally responsible way. Kat from the Staying Afloat Blog chats with Stevie about how Wichita is a greener destination than you might think! Read  Visit Wichita Kansas: A Midwestern Green Travel Destination Follow the Staying Afloat Blog on Instagram and Facebook Explore Group Experie...

If you're ready to plan your next international trip but haven't figured out exactly where to go, you might want to add Scotland to your list! Susanne Arbuckle from Adventures Around Scotland joins DBE and shares some information and things to know about visiting Scotland. Read Susanne's Scotland Travel Guide Follow Adventures Around Scotland on Twitter ,  Facebook , Instagram &...

You've marveled at the stunning pyramids and fascinating history of Egypt - so are you ready to visit? Travel enthusiast Alix Collins stops by the show to share her experiences on a recent trip to the Egyptian cities of Cairo, Luxor & Hurghada.  Explore Group Experience to Learn how to Build your Travel Tribe Support the show Learn More About Alix's 2023 Trip to Peru or 2024 Trip to...

Porto is a coastal city in the country of Portugal that has a little bit of something for everyone. Christine from the Christine's Travel Gems blog discusses how visitors can discover magic and history in Porto, Portugal. Read 4 Incredible Experiences You Won't Want to Miss in Porto Follow Christine's Travel Gems on Facebook , Pinterest and Instagram Explore Group Experience to Lear...

Copenhagen may not be quite as popular as London or Paris, but this charming European city has plenty to offer for visitors. Juli from the Celebrate and Explore Blog chats with Stevie about her family's time in Denmark's largest city and why you may want to spend a few days (and maybe a few more) in Copenhagen. Read Juli's Copenhagen Travel Guide Stay Connected with Celebrate and Ex...

Visitors from all over the world make their way to Paris each year to experience the delicious cuisine, fascinating art and vibrant culture this iconic European city holds. Kat from the France Voyager blog stops by the podcast to share how you can find amazing food and top tourist sites during 2 days in Paris. Read Kat's Ultimate 2 Day Itinerary for Paris Follow France Voyager on Facebook , I...

Stevie can't bring much to today's discussion, but luckily his guest can! Alexandra Nolan from the City Chic Living Blog stops by the show to share why you may want to plan your next girls getaway trip in Nashville. Read Alexandra's Nashville Girls Trip Blog Post Order Your Copy of The Unconventional Entrepreneur Stay Connected with Alexandra on Facebook , Instagram & Pinterest...

North Carolina is a state that has a little bit of something for everyone, and this episode features an area of North Carolina known for its delicious wine and unique tie to Andy Griffith. Anna Cook, founder & editor of the Stuck on the Go travel blog, chats with Stevie about how visitors can discover lovely vineyards & small town charm in Yadkin Valley, NC. Read  Three Days in the Yadkin...

Dublin is Ireland's largest city, and is a popular destination for travelers from all over the world. Along with plenty to see in the city, there's plenty of day trips worth taking outside of Dublin as well. Nina from the Nomadic Neen travel blog joins Stevie G. on part 2 of this two-part episode to chat about visiting Blarney Castle, Galway, Dublin and more. Read Exploring Ireland: Dubl...

Dublin is Ireland's largest city, and is a popular destination for travelers from all over the world. Along with plenty to see in the city, there's plenty of day trips worth taking outside of Dublin as well. Nina from the Nomadic Neen travel blog joins Stevie G. on part 1 of this two-part episode to chat about Dublin, Northern Ireland and more. Read Exploring Ireland: Dublin and Beyond F...

Disney World in Orlando, FL is such a popular vacation spot for tourists, and visiting the parks can be a magical experience if you plan ahead. Catherine from the Cupcakes and Churros Blog joins Stevie G. on this episode to share mistakes to avoid making at the Disney parks, so you and your family can know what to look for to avoid headaches during your Disney vacation. Read 5 Mistakes not to Make...

Located in the stunning blue waters of the Caribbean, the U.S. Virgin Islands are a popular tourist destination complete with beautiful beaches and unique adventures. Today's episode talks about 2 of the U.S. Virgin Islands as Ashley Jansen from the Jetset Jansen blog joins Stevie to compare St. Thomas vs. St. Croix. Read  St. Thomas vs St. Croix: Which US Virgin Island is Better? Follow Jets...

From great food to outdoor activities and more, Wisconsin's capital has plenty to see and do. Lily from the Office to Outdoors blog joins Stevie to talk through 10 things to see around Madison, Wisconsin. Read Lily's Ultimate Madison Summer Bucket List Blog Follow the Office to Outdoors Blog on Instagram Explore Group Experience to Learn how to Build your Travel Tribe

Traveling to Europe can be an amazing experience, but the process of planning a European adventure may seem like a daunting task - especially if you've never done it before. Natalie and Sam from the Always Have a Trip Planned Blog join Stevie to share tips for planning your first trip to Europe. Read Natalie & Sam's How to Plan Your First Europe Trip on a Budget Blog Stay Connected w...

As you make your travel plans, do you consider visiting places that focus on eco-based tourism, sustainability and other responsible tourism practices? Molly from the Molly Gone Wild blog stops by the show to share tips on how to pick a responsible travel destination. Check Out Molly's 7 Tips for Choosing Responsible Destinations Blog Folly Molly on Instagram! Explore Group Experience to Lear...

The southernmost leg of US Highway 1, often called "The Highway that Goes to the Sea", extends from Miami all the way down to Key West. Lydia from the Lost with Lydia Blog is today's guest, and Lydia shares the keys on how to experience a drive through the Florida Keys. Follow Along with Lydia's 5-Day Miami to Key West Roadtrip Itinerary Stay Connected with Lydia on Instagram ,...

From the Biltmore estate to a vibrant brewery scene to amazing nearby hikes, Asheville is a trendy city with tons to see and do. Jen from the Dabbling in Jet Lag blog joins the show to review a 3-day itinerary and describe how to spend a few days exploring Asheville, NC. Follow Jen's 3-Day Asheville Itinerary Stay Connected with Dabbling in Jet Lag on Facebook , Instagram , Pinterest & Tw...

St. Croix, St John and St. Thomas are the most recognized U.S. Virgin Islands, but have you heard of Water Island? Lee Friedman from Mango Tree Travel chats with Stevie about why travelers should pop over to Water Island during a visit to  nearby St. Thomas. Read More About Water Island Follow Mango Tree Travel on Instagram & Facebook Explore Group Experience to Learn how to Build your Travel...

Door County Wisconsin is the perfect place to escape and enjoy beautiful parks, scenic drives and great coffee! Janice Moskoff from the Gather and Go Travel Blog joins the show and shares how visitors can find the outdoors in Door County, WI. Follow Janice's Door County Itinerary Connect with Gather and Go Travel on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , YouTube , Pinterest , LinkedIn & Tik Tok...

Not far from Nassau, The Exumas are a group of Islands in the Bahamas that hold unique experiences for visitors like swimming with pigs! Laura from the Travel 80 by 80 blog joins the show and discusses how to plan your next escape to the Exumas. Read About Laura's Experience in the Exumas Stay Connected with Laura's Travel Adventures on Instagram & Facebook Explore Group Experience t...

New York City faced many challenges over the last couple years,  but the city is ready for tourists from all over the world to return! Carrie Green-Zinn joins Stevie G. to talk about some must-sees around New York, so we can all get to know the Big Apple again. Read Carrie's Blog About Things You Must See in New York City Follow Carrie on Instagram , Pinterest , Facebook and Twitter Explore G...

Arkansa's capital city, Little Rock, has more to see and do than you may realize! Stevie is joined by Lydia from the Lost with Lydia blog to talk about how visitors can spend a little time in Little Rock. Read Lydia's Blog About the Best Things to do in Little Rock Stay Connected with Lydia on Instagram , Pinterest , Facebook & Tik Tok Explore Group Experience to Learn how to Build y...

There's a Portland on the east coast, and it should be on your list of places to check out! Eileen Cotter Wright from the Pure Wander Travel Blog chats with Stevie about how visitors can spend a weekend in Portland, ME. Read Eileen's Blog About Portland, ME Follow Pure Wander on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Pinterest & YouTube Explore Group Experience to Learn how to Build your T...

Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico is home to stunning stalactite and stalagmite formations, and is certainly a sight to see! Molly from the Molly Gone Wild blog joins Stevie to talk all about Carlsbad Caverns, and she shares tips on how you can visit the area responsibly.   Read Molly's Blog about Visiting Carlsbad Caverns National Park Follow Molly on Instagram! Explore Group Expe...

There is no shortage of history, adventure and delicious food in Cairo, Egypt. Gabriela Candelaria from the Beige Tides blog joins Stevie to talk about her unforgettable travel adventure to Cairo.  Read Gabriela's  Egypt: Beyond the Pyramids and Mummies Blog Post Follow Beige Tides on Instagram Explore Group Experience to Learn how to Build your Travel Tribe