Go Places Do Things

Welcome to episode six of the Go Places Do Things podcast! Joey and Cheryl, a pair of 50-somethings, are back to talk about their most recent adventure: a five-night Royal Caribbean cruise on the Mariner of the Seas out of Galveston, Texas, in August 2025.   This trip was a special one for two reasons: celebrating their daughter's 18th birthday and cruising with their expert-cruiser friends, Jack...

Join Joey and Cheryl, along with their daughter and niece, as they recount their family trip to Washington, D.C., exploring historical landmarks, renowned museums, and local eateries. Hear their unique perspective on navigating the nation's capital with a multi-generational group. From the solemnity of the Holocaust Museum to the grandeur of the Washington Monument, discover the highlights, challe...

Join Joey and Cheryl, your favorite pair of 50-somethings who like to go places and do things, on a captivating day trip through Central Texas. This episode highlights their profound experience at an elephant preserve near Fredericksburg, where they met retired circus elephants Kitty, Rosie, and Becky. They were struck by the "immaculate and clean" facility and the evident passion of the staff, wh...

In this episode, Joey and Cheryl reflect on their spontaneous 7-day cruise aboard the Sun Princess — and how it might've officially turned them into "cruise people." They talk about everything from the amazing customer service and onboard experiences to their surprise booking of another cruise shortly after stepping off the ship! The conversation covers what made this vacation special, why cruisin...

Episode 2 of Go Places, Do Things takes us through the second leg of our summer 2024 adventure, from Eureka, California, to Eugene, Oregon—a stretch packed with sights and stories. We took on the winding turns of Highway 36 from the coast, where the scenery alone was worth the drive. Along the way, we explored the geothermal wonders of Lassen Volcanic National Park, wandered the dark, cool Subway...

In this inaugural episode of Go Places Do Things, we discuss the idea that sparked this podcast from our shared passion for exploring new places and trying new things. We also discuss our summer 2024 trip to the Oregon Coast and the California Redwoods. Over the years, we've gone on countless adventures, from moderate hikes to immersing ourselves in local cultures. We're not super athletic, but we...