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It's our "Which is Better" episode! As Jon and Jenn debate which is better; Ride Share or Taxi, AirBnB or Hotel, and First Class vs Coach- Jenn literally tries to not sound bougie. As she's talking about First Class!! Things have changed since the pandemic. Is doing ride share still better than a taxi? Even in Vegas? What about the cleanliness of a hotel with staff shortages?  Follow us on Instagr...

Thank you for dealing with our surprise hiatus. We had an unexpected flood at our house that destroyed all of our podcast equipment! From the flood, Jon then was almost hit by a driver driving the wrong way. Then, a semi-truck dropped it's gravel load onto one of our cars! That's when we realized something was up. It turns out, that there is a curse that you can get while traveling in Hawaii. The...

If you got to Key West, you need to get a Lobster Roll from The Lobster Shack. That's what everyone will tell you. But, after waiting in a long line to try a roll, Jon dropped the delicious hoagie before Jenn even had a bite! And there's no five-second-rule in Key West. Trust us. There is so much to do on this tiny island. From the moment you land (and you land HARD, because the runway is so short...

Ready to check out the Big Apple? Make sure to listen to this episode first! Jon and Jenn share travel tips on how to get cheap Broadway tickets and how to experience Central Park in a way you won't get overwhelmed. As many debate over the best pizza in the city, Jon and Jenn know the answer. In fact, they ate there two days in a row!   Also, how Katz's Delicatessen is a very intimidating place to...

Going to Vegas with and without kids creates a very different experience! In this episode, Jon and Jenn talk about what to do in Las Vegas without children. The two best things about Vegas are the pools and restaurants. Some of their favorite restaurants are Buddy V's, Morimoto, Eifel Tower and Guy Savoy.    Trying to figure out the best hotel to stay at? MGM Grand is their favorite, but in this e...

Why is a lake that straddles Utah and Idaho called the "Caribbean of the Rockies"? The water is so clear, you can almost see to the bottom! There is a reason that people fly in to find such a hidden gem. Not to mention to try out their famous raspberry shakes! It's easy to find a shake, it's harder to figure out which place is the actual "original".    If you love to camp, there are campgrounds wi...

Inspired by us watching the great Amanda Bynes movie "What a Girl Wants", we're sharing with you our trip to London, England. Jenn and Jon have two very different ways to travel. Jenn loves taking a sleeping pill and Jon loves staying awake stressing about turbulence. This week's episode shares stories from the Tower of London (they have Ravens!) to the West End to the great search for some drink...

San Diego with the kids! SeaWorld has changed a lot over the years and seems to be more ride focused than ever before. Lego Land is the perfect amusement park for young children. And the San Diego Zoo is a classic! Although you better love hiking up hills. Have you been on the USS Midway? It is an experience everyone should do once. If you're looking to travel on a budget, spend the day at Balboa...

You never know who you may run into while tasting wine in Napa! We're pretty sure that we ran into Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick. At least that's our story! Before you go to Napa or Sonoma (or both), make sure to listen to this episode for important tips. Otherwise you may end up being a mess while at the Ralph Lauren Tasting Room.  We'll give you our favorite wineries from Domain Carneros to Gun...

Jenn claims that we almost died in Belize on three different occasions! Outside of our near-death experiences, it is a beautiful place to visit, eat and snorkel! Although we wouldn't recommend staying in Belize City, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye is fantastic! You can scuba the Great Blue Hole, swim with nurse sharks at Shark Ray alley, explore The Secret Beach or see what a "chicken drop" is at 'Waho...

Nashville is so hot right now! Not only the weather, but it has become THE go-to spot for Bachelor and Bachelorette parties. But there is so much more to this town. Before you head to the bustle of Broadway, make sure to check out some off "Honky Tonk Row" bars like Santa's Pub, Winners/Losers, Red Door Saloon and more! Plus there's Hattie B's Hot Chicken, The Loveless Café and of course- The Gran...

Now that cruises are opening back up, there's always a debate on whether or not cruises are great. Jon and Jenn talk about the benefits and problems with cruising (at least on Royal Caribbean, Carnival and Disney). 4 different cruises, three different liners and Hurricane Hermine. Have you ever been in a full hurricane on a cruise ship? Jon and Jenn have! They tell their whole adventure on the shi...

What exactly does Pura Vida mean and why is it Costa Rica’s idea of a fist bump? Jon and Jenn share their two trips to the Guanacaste region. Fun fact: both trips were booked under the influence of wine. The best part is that one trip was an all-inclusive while the other was not, so you will get a firsthand account of which style resort is better. As long as you have 100% Deet, you will be ready t...

Jon tells his adventure of traveling to Sitka, Alaska for his Dad's sixtieth birthday. The only thing he and Jenn knew about Sitka before going was that it was in "The Proposal" starring Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock. It turns out that the Paxton family is not a real family. It also turns out that if you call Alaska "the final frontier" instead of "the last frontier", you will be mocked forever...

We share the adventures of our two visits to Cabo San Lucas. Why Jenn grew up being afraid of Mexico, what happens when a dog attacks the bride during a wedding and Jon pulled a Miranda and drank the water! Dog attack aside, Cabo is definitely a place to look at to get married. Plus, our review of two all-inclusive resorts (Royal Solaris and Paradisus Los Cabos) and Flora Farms. Follow us on Insta...

Leave the kids home if you're going to Walt Disney World Epcot. That’s what Jon and Jenn did when they went back to the park at night. It’s one of the benefits of staying at the Disney Beach Club. Plus, they have the best pool of all the hotels! Also, our favorite Disney park (Hollywood studios) and the best ride ever made- Rise of the Resistance! Is it hard to get on the ride? Yes. Is it worth it...

Is it worth it to stay at a Disney World Resort? We talk the benefits of Disney's Animal Kingdom Kidani Village, the Animal Kingdom theme park and almost getting into a fight at Rainforest Café. The Kilimanjaro safaris is a ride that you must do as soon as you get to the park. For some reason though, the park was opening earlier than the posted times and we were arriving late! Jenn is still bitter...

We travel with the family to Disney World during the end of Covid. Reservations are key for any part of your Disney adventure (during the pandemic or after). Are gift cards from Target better or the Disney Visa card? Both will help… if you remember to use them! Jenn’s obsession with buying ponchos before the trip.  Our stay at Kidani Village Animal Kingdom and what we packed to snack along the way...