Love It There

In honor of her upcoming graduation, Halle reminisces on her time at Indiana University with her roommates and friends. In the first part of the episode, they share their favorite memories of living together, IU traditions, favorite spots around Bloomington, and experiences as student-athletes. In the second part of the episode, they discuss "The World's Greatest College Weekend", aka Little 500,...

Your favorite sister duo discusses the #1 best suburb to live in America and the #2 best place in general to live in America: their hometown of Carmel, Indiana. They chat about how Carmel has changed over time, what makes it such a desirable place to live, and the controversial Carmel High School TikTok that amassed over 34 million views.  Carmel Recommendations: Restaurants/Coffee Shops - Bu...

Your favorite sister duo discusses how to make the most of a day trip to Segovia, Spain. It is a smaller town about an hour by train from Madrid. Before getting into the Segovia content, they debrief their past week, telling stories about almost getting abducted by an Uber driver and one of the loudest passengers ever experienced on a plane ride. Segovia Recommendations: Historical sights - Aquedu...

Your favorite sister duo answers listener questions. They answer travel questions such as: how to budget for travel, best food they've tried while traveling, and more. They also get into some non-travel related questions, such as the family's first impressions of Halle's boyfriend, whether 5'11 guys and 5'6 girls exist, and Kelcy's ranking of Taylor Swift's albums (PSA - she forgot Red in her rank...

Your favorite sister duo discusses how all types of people can enjoy the charming, old-soul port town of Charleston, South Carolina. They go through recommendations for foodies, friend group trips, history buffs, outdoorsy folk, and romantics. You’ll also hear an important travel hack related to the nightmare that is getting a rental car in Charleston. Charleston recommendations for the: History B...

Your favorite sister duo discusses Halle’s Senior Spring Break Trip! They start the episode with a quick St. Patrick’s Day recap, and then go into some quick recommendations for both Naples and Clearwater, before ending with Halle’s always-entertaining stories of her most recent adventures.  Clearwater recommendations: Outlet Mall - Miromar Outlets (Naples) Restaurants - Queen’s Pizza, Pisces...

Your favorite sister duo is joined by a special guest during the intro to share exciting news about a potential merch drop. Then they discuss Kelcy’s recent girls weekend in Denver. They exchange views on flying Southwest, talk about the mess that often is the Denver Airport, share things to do in Denver, and debate about whether or not a 3 hour hike is a good idea for a first date.  Denver R...

Your favorite sister duo discusses why you can skip Geneva on your Switzerland vacation, which nearby Swiss town to visit instead, the 70 million dollar Swiss watch, why it's a compliment to be mistaken for a non-American, Geneva’s “city beach”, and more.  Geneva recommendations: Train - Belle Epoque Nearby towns - Montreux, Carouge, Gruyères City Beach - Bains des Pâquis Museum - Patek Phili...

Every family has a place that is important to them but may not seem special to an outsider. Your favorite sister duo discusses the place that is full of tradition and memories for their family: Ossian, Indiana. They talk about their origin stories, how people are influenced by where they grow up, pros and cons of living in a small town, and how their lives would be different if they grew up in a s...

Your favorite sister duo discusses the lure and lemons of Italy’s Amalfi Coast. Learn how to get to these cliff-side towns, even if the ferries are not running. Hear about the club carved into a waterfront cliff, day trips and excursions to do, Argentina friends and “touch and go” relationships.  Amalfi Coast Favorites: Towns - Positano, Salerno Cliff-side club - Music on the Rocks Excursions...

After a quick pop culture discussion, your favorite sister duo discusses 3 Must Dos and 3 Things To Skip in San Francisco. They cover Muir Woods, Alcatraz, Napa, Palace of Fine Arts, parks, restaurants, and more. San Francisco Favorites: Hiking - Muir Woods Bottomless Brunch - Chubby Noodle Winery - Domaine Carneros Picnic Spot - Palace of Fine Arts Check out our website: loveitthere.square.site F...

Your favorite sister duo does another Q&A about all things travel. Here are a few things they discuss: New Yorker article : " The Case Against Travel " by Agnes Collard Flying on a Boeing 737 Tips for starting a travel podcast Upcoming trips planned Tips for overpackers Best ways to organize travel plans National Parks Resort vs Airbnb for group trips Where we would live if we were forced to l...

Despite everything going wrong on Halle’s trip to Valencia, your favorite sister duo discusses why this Spanish beach town is worth a visit. From the City of Arts and Sciences to the top tier paella, Valencia does it best.  Valencia Favorites: Brunch (avocado toast) - La Rollerie Garden - Jardín de Monforte Activity (museum, clear-bottomed paddleboards, etc) - City of Arts and Sciences Neighb...

Your favorite sister duo celebrates all that the seemingly random city of Tulsa, Oklahoma has to offer. Halle spent the weekend there visiting a friend and watching her brother race in the Chili Bowl Nationals - which you are not expected to know anything about. Laugh along with them as they reminisce on their childhood memories and crushes at the race track, discuss things to do in downtown Tulsa...

Your favorite sister duo discusses all things Rome and Vatican City, including whether or not Rome would be a good honeymoon destination, how it ranks among other cities in Italy, and a debate over if they are team Remus or team Romulus. They end the episode with an important travel hack that puts money in your pocket after a delayed or canceled flight.  Rome Favorites: Dessert - Mr. 100 Tira...

Your favorite sister duo shares how they each celebrated the end of 2023, notably Halle's NYE in Nashville where she had to rescue her friend from an ambulance and call 911 on an airbnb intruder. They reflect on the past year, discuss ins and outs submitted by listeners, and share their plans for 2024. For all of the Love It There content: Visit our Website! Follow Love It There Podcast on Instagr...

Your favorite sister duo discusses the history of Boston, what to do there, where to eat, where to stay, day trips to plan, and even a travel hacking tip on how to get to Boston for (almost) free! Boston Favorites: Activities - Freedom Trail, Boston Common, Red Sox game at Fenway Park, Harvard campus, Charles River Esplanade, Museum of Fine Arts, Institute of Contemporary Art Food - Lobster roll a...

Your favorite sister duo gives recommendations for every type of traveler that may venture to Madrid. They discuss what to do if you are traveling with a group of friends, a classic tourist, a foodie, a historian, or on a romantic / relaxing vacation.  Madrid Favorites (see our Instagram for a more extensive list): “Can’t Miss Spots” - Plaza Mayor, Puerto del Sol, Atlético de Madrid and Real...

After a recap of Halle’s Champagne and Shackles birthday party and discussion of Christmas wish lists, your favorite sister duo discusses where to get the best fondue in Lucerne, the hike you cannot miss, the app you need to easily travel around Switzerland, and more.  Lucerne Favorites: Restaurant - Fondue House Du Pont Foods - Schnitzel, Rösti Hike - Stoos Ridge Airbnb - Yurt With Fantastic...

A Q&A with your favorite sister duo. Here are a few things they cover: Travel research Travel credit cards/travel hacking Ideal vacation length Necessities to pack Where they’d go if they were given a 1 week free trip Top 10 places each of them have been One place they each do not want to travel back to Cruises - no or go Core vacation memories from childhood Plans to travel with kids Travel r...

In honor of the upcoming MSU vs IU football game, Halle allows Kelcy to reminisce on her time in East Lansing while at Michigan State University. They talk about one of the most legendary MSU football wins, a bracket crowning the hottest guy on MSU’s cross country team, bad bike wrecks and memorable party stories. You’ll also hear how Kelcy met and started dating her now husband while at MSU. Last...

Your favorite sister duo discusses the magical town of Alcalá de Henares, Spain. They go over how Spain differs from the US when it comes to day structure, meal times, and the hospital systems. They share stories of their nightlife experiences, how running can bring people together, and divulge an unexpected Michelin Star restaurant you need to try while you are there. Host family stories wil...

In Part 2/2, your favorite sister duo discusses some of the smaller towns outside of London that are worth a visit, specifically: Windsor, Oxford, Henley, and Ascot. You’ll learn about the prestigious schools in England that are essentially the real-life Hogwarts. They go over some tips for navigating London’s public transportation system, and they discuss a few particular foods that make English...

In Part 1/2, your favorite sister duo discusses Buckingham Palace, the Royal Family, and whether or not they are team Meghan. You’ll learn why the Royal Guards wear those black fuzzy hats. They also give their top 3 favorite movies/shows that are affiliated with London, and discuss locations in and around the city that are featured in major films. Stay tuned for Part 2 next week! London Favorites:...

Your favorite sister duo discusses Lake Como and the surrounding towns, specifically Como, Lenno, San Giovanni, and Bellagio. You’ll hear some tips on navigating the water taxi system so that you can make it back to your place without getting stranded. They discuss whether it is best to stay in an Airbnb or a hotel/resort. You’ll also learn about some major movies that were filmed around Lake Como...