Destinations Beyond Expectations

Travel opportunities are becoming available as more people receive their vaccines – so why not get a group together and plan a cabin vacation? In the Consider a Cabin series, Stevie highlights some of the best places in the country to rent a cabin. For this episode, Stevie shares his own cabin experience in the beautiful mountains of North Georgia.  Build your travel tribe with Group Experience

Travel opportunities are becoming available as more people receive their vaccines – so why not get a group together and plan a cabin vacation? In the Consider a Cabin series, Stevie highlights some of the best places in the country to rent a cabin. For this episode, we head to the Lancaster County, PA - an area full of beautiful nature, wonderful hiking trails, and many more outdoor opportunities...

Group Experience is the new home of Destinations Beyond Expectations! Stevie G. is joined Jeff Gayduk (President & Publisher at Premier Travel Media) and Keith Snode (Chief Operating Officer at Group Experience) for a discussion on the importance of group travel, particularly now as we transition out of the global pandemic. Who’s in your travel tribe? Get Ready for the Great Reconnecting with...

DBE has reached over 50 episodes! This episode of DBE looks back at some of the great people and moments in the first 50 shows. A big DBE thank you to all the guests that have taken time to come on the show. A special thank you to repeat guests: Anne L'Heureux Chris Kilworth   And thank you to  everyone who listens and supports the show!! Learn more about Group Experience  

Travel opportunities are becoming available as more people receive their vaccines – so why not get a group together and plan a cabin vacation? In the Consider a Cabin series, Stevie highlights some of the best places in the country to rent a cabin. For this special dog-friendly episode, we head to the Hocking Hills where you’ll find beautiful nature, great hiking, and so much more. Follow along us...

Travel opportunities are becoming available as more people receive their vaccines - so why not get a group together and plan a cabin vacation? In the Consider a Cabin series, Stevie highlights some of the best places in the country to rent a cabin.  To kick things off, we head to the Smoky Mountains where you'll find the most visited national park, exciting dinner shows, and so much more. Fol...

Virginia Beach is known for its beautiful coastline and rich history, but did you know that it's a town full of art & culture? Jim Coggin from the Virginia Beach CVB joins Stevie to discuss the vibrant art scene and unique museums that can be found in this beautiful Coastal Virginia city.  Follow along with the Arts and Culture Experience Itinerary Check Out Visit Virginia Beach for more...

Who doesn’t like a good road trip? Picture this: you’re driving down the road and the mood of the car changes from conversational to chill. It’s the perfect time to play some music and luckily for us, many artists have had time to make new music in the past year. Stevie G. reviews five recent Indie albums for your next road trip. Follow along with the blog here

Trollies, trains and pizza trails are just a few of the fun things you’ll find in Lackawanna County. Alexa Peregrim from the Lackawanna County Visitors Bureau joins the show to highlight some unique places to visit in Northeastern Pennsylvania.    Part 1: Who is Phoebe Snow? Why is Scranton called The Electric City? Find out the answers to those questions as Alexa describes the essential role that...

You'll want to listen to this episode from start to Finnish. Friend of the show Chris Kilworth from the Between the Mountains podcast shares the details of a trip he took to Helsinki - which was full of steps, sights and saunas. Can you name Finland's most famous composer?    **Make sure to follow along with this blog from Chris as you listen**    Book your next adventure with Group Expe...

Getting to your destination is an important part of travel. This week, Stevie G. examines if transportation by air and ground are safe. With the use of technology and communication, airlines, busses and rideshare services have responded in a big way to the challenges of COVID-19.  Learn how Fullington Tours is taking health and safety seriously Plan your next trip with Group Experience Plan your n...

Stevie's guest this week is Ryan Buckley, who is the Vice President of the Lakeland Magic and is someone who also happens to love travel. Ryan shares some of his travel experiences, including how one of his biggest life moments involved international travel. Tune in to hear this insightful conversation about travel. 

Chris Kilworth from the Between the Mountains Adventure Podcast joins Stevie for a Destination Rewind of a trip he took to Italy. As he talks through his adventure, Chris shares some valuable tips for anyone who has Naples or Rome on their travel bucket list. Learn all about some amazing places to visit in Italy on this edition of DBE. Listen to the Between the Mountains Adventure Podcast https://...

You might not associate Jackson Hole, WY as a destination to ring in the New Year, but for Anne L'Heureux it exceeded her expectations. Anne sits down with Stevie to relive her trip that included great food, fascinating wildlife and so much more. If you're thinking about where to travel next, you'll want to listen to this special New Years Day episode. Make sure to follow Anne on In...

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Today is indeed Christmas, but no matter what you and your family celebrate, Stevie G. wants to get you in the holiday spirit. Stevie is joined by some of his friends in travel to learn about what the holidays are like in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Newark, Scranton, Buffalo and Minneapolis.  Virginia Beach https://www.visitvirginiabeach.com/   (1:00-5:5...

People often overlook the rich culture and amazing attractions that lie in Cleveland. Stevie G. takes you to a few of the must-see places around town. Learn more about the Greater Cleveland Aquarium, A Christmas Story House and Museum, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and so much more.  A Christmas Story House and Museum https://www.achristmasstoryhouse.com/ (2:08-3:40)   West Side Market http://wes...

Ray Blakney has gotten to hike and explore some amazing places all across the globe. In fact, his resume includes hiking the Incan Trail, camping on the Great Wall of China, and trekking through the Sahara. Ray joins Stevie G. for a discussion on traveling with the purpose of getting outdoors, and shares some highlights of his epic outdoor resume. Learn a language with Live Lingua ( https://www.li...

How much traveling does the Tour Manager for a popular country artist do? Alot. David Schultz would know - he is the Tour Manager for Jimmie Allen, a country music singer who found success a few years back with the release of his song "Best Shot", and most recently released a project called “Bettie James” that features Brad Paisley, Nelly, Tim McGraw and some other notable artists.  As a...

Now more than ever, safety is important when it comes to travel. Sevierville, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge have been doing the right things when it comes to health and safety. Join Stevie G. as he learns about Eastern Tennessee's response to the COVID pandemic. Take a Trip to the Smokies in March - https://www.wetravel.com/trips/cities-in-the-smokies-tour-group-experience-united-states-3912213...

Right next to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park you'll find the picturesque town of Gatlinburg. Learn all about the most visited national park and some of Stevie's favorite places to visit in Gatlinburg. Do you know where to find magic in the mountains? Book your next Group Experience trip here https://www.wetravel.com/profiles/group-experience Great Smoky Mountains National Park (...

In Part 2 of this 4-part series, Stevie G. takes you closer to the Great Smoky National Mountain National Park with a stop in Pigeon Forge. From dinner shows to Dollywood and everything in between, Pigeon Forge stands out as a family-friendly destination.  Kaleidoscope Adventures www.mykatrip.com Pigeon Forge Snow https://pigeonforgesnow.com/ (2:08-5:19) Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud and Adven...

In Part 1 of this 4-part series, Stevie G. tours the city of Sevierville. Though Sevierville doesn't have a large population, it attracts many visitors each year. Learn about some of the exciting places to explore around town on this Cities in the Smokies episode.  Kaleidoscope Adventures  https://www.kaleidoscopeadventures.com/   Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant  https://www.applewoodfarmhouse...

We all travel for unique reasons. Kristy Sumner travels to investigate reports of paranormal claims. Kristy joins Stevie to discuss her travels across the country to explore mysterious sites that may very well have spirits trapped inside. Check out Soul Sisters Paranormal here https://www.soulsistersparanormal.com/   Start your own podcast on Buzzsprout here https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id...

What is an oyster card? How should you approach afternoon tea? Is it possible for someone to have a love/hate relationship with avocados? Find out the answers to all these questions and more as Anne L'Heureux relives an epic trip she took to London. Check out the Destinations Beyond Expectations Facebook page here https://www.facebook.com/dbetravel/?ref=bookmarks   Register for Embracing Your...

What's going on in the world of travel? Where type of destination are people traveling to? What's new with the podcast? Stevie G. answers these questions and more in this unique travel update. Check out Amazon Prime here See Alex Meixner Virtually here