Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan talk about the decision of Disney World and many other theme parks to open despite the global pandemic. Plus, murders in National Parks! Is everywhere fun trying to kill us?? Things we talked about in today's podcast: Disney Reopening https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/experience-updates/ Theme Parks Opening Across the Country https://w...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan talk about The Grand Tour, that historic tour through Europe that young men of a certain rank used to embark upon to complete their education. Plus, we design our own modern Grand Tour of the USA! Things we talked about in today's podcast: The Grand Tour https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Grand_Tour BBC "In Our Time" Grand Tour episode...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan listen to Rick Steves's online commencement address and offer their thoughts on his advice to the graduates of 2020. Plus, the Last Stop is back! Things we talked about in today's podcast: Rick Steves Commencement Address https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdlho9wpG20   David Foster Wallace Commencement Address https://www.youtube.com/wat...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Ryan shares his newly found love for hiking during quarantine and Kiernan updates us on the latest unexpected twist in his Quest for Rick Steves. Things we talked about in today's podcast: AllTrails https://www.alltrails.com/ Harriman State Park https://parks.ny.gov/parks/145 Black Creek Preserve / Ulster Park  https://www.scenichudson.org/explore-the-...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan discuss the frustrations of loving travel but being stuck at home. The boys offer recommendations for books, movies, and games to help you make it through this period of self-isolation. Things we talked about in today's podcast: "The Big Oyster: History on the Half-Shell" by Mark Kurlansky https://www.amazon.com/Big-Oyster-History-Half...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan give a brief news update and discuss how they plan on running a travel podcast at a time when no one can, you know, travel. (Note: this was recorded on Friday, March 13 and news may have changed by the time it is released.) Things we talked about in today's podcast: NYTimes "The Tickets Home Were $5,000. They Paid It." https://www.nyti...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, we welcome back Hannah Sampson from the Washington Post to talk about how coronavirus is affecting tourism and the travel industry. Plus, Ryan explains why he'll soon be humming "Jolene" 24-7.  Things we talked about in today's podcast: NYTimes "Almost Without Precedent": Airlines Hit Hard By Coronavirus https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/05/business/coro...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, the boys talk about how to choose a companion who will complement—and perhaps even enhance—your travel experiences. Not all friends are cut out to be your dinner date and sleeping mate for days on end; this week's epi will show you how to figure out who deserves a place on your reservations. Things we talked about in today's podcast: Edgar Allen Poe in...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan takes us back to London to talk through another 5 of his favorite obscure museums. Plus, Ryan realizes maybe he's been a little too close-minded about all non-Bushwick places. Things we talked about in today's podcast: Episode 31 - Obscure Museums of London Part 1 https://outofofficepod.com/podcast/episode-31-obscure-london-museums-part-1/ Muse...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Ryan and Kiernan discuss their strategies for finding and eating the best street food while traveling. The boys talk through sanitary watchouts, why Google Images is your friend, and how to assemble your very own street food tasting menu. Plus, drama around why Ryan canceled a trip to see Kiernan! Things we talked about in today's podcast: Georgetown "...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan talks with Amy Virshup, the travel editor of the New York Times. They dive deep into the paper's "52 Places to Go in 2020" list and discuss destinations that didn't quite make the cut. Plus, Amy discusses the role of photography in bringing the list to life and why the Times will no longer have a "52 Places Traveler" column. Things we talked ab...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Ryan takes us through one of his favorite cities in the world: Montreal. He'll give his recommendations for great places to eat, to see world-class art, and to check out go-go boys. Plus, bagels! Things we talked about in today's podcast: Montreal Museum of Fine Arts https://www.mbam.qc.ca/en/ Old Montreal https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Montreal Jac...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan sings the praises of visiting Québec City in the winter. From tobogganing in the middle of the city to snowshoeing at a close by national park, no amount of snow can cool Kiernan's enthusiasm for our neighbor to the North. Things we talked about in today's podcast: Moon Poll https://yougov.co.uk/topics/science/articles-reports/2019/07/20/half-b...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Ryan talks us through his recent trip to Colombia's second largest city, Medellín . Ryan recommends the best museums, cultural sites, parks, cafes, and restaurants, and the boys grapple with the ethics of narcotourism. Plus, spices! Things we talked about in today's podcast: Museo de Antioquia  https://www.museodeantioquia.co/ Museo de Arte Moderno htt...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan speaks with New York Times travel writer Tariro Mzezewa about how the wildfires ravaging Australia are affecting travel and how airlines and cruise companies are handling the blaze. Plus, Ryan and Kiernan dive deep into the New York Times travel section's "52 Places to Visit in 2020." Things we talked about in today's podcast: WOW Air Cafe http...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan offers a brief reflection on the meaning of family vacations. Things we talked about in today's podcast: Disney World EPCOT World Showcase https://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/guides/epcot/ep-worldshowcase.htm - Listen to past episodes at: https://outofofficepod.com/ - Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ooopodcast/

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, the boys each choose their 5 favorite episodes from the archives and tease topics to come in 2020. Check out the show notes to listen to these great past pods. Things we talked about in today's podcast: Ryan's Top Picks 1: Mexico City Episodes https://outofofficepod.com/podcast/episode-18-ryans-12-favorite-mexico-city-spots/ https://outofofficepod.com/...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, the boys loosen their ties, put their seatbacks to the full reclined position, and breakout the holiday 'nog. Kiernan and Ryan discuss why ornaments make perfects souvenirs, why Ryan's been through some tough Christmases, and why iconic Christmas movies don't adapt to the stage very well. Then, the annual Ugly Ornament Exchange! Things we talked about...

 This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, the boys take us through one of their patented destination guides. This time, Kiernan heads to Morocco and discusses the must-sees and maybe-misses in Casablanca, Marrakech, the Atlas Mountains, Fes, Chefchaouen, and Volubilis. From epic mosques to ancient universities to Roman ruins, this week's episode will have you booking your tickets to Morocco A...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, the boys talk through a dramatic update on The Quest for Rick Steves, then recommend their favorite bookstores in New York City, Boston, Portland, Denver, CDMX, and London. Plus, Kiernan skips dinner with Ryan! Things we talked about in today's podcast: New York: The Strand https://www.strandbooks.com/ New York: Housing Works https://www.housingworks.o...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast the boys put on their best boots and head to Music City USA. They cover what to eat, where to visit, and why you should head to Tennessee if you want to check out the Parthenon. Things we talked about in today's podcast: Parthenon https://www.nashville.gov/Parks-and-Recreation/Parthenon.aspx Prince's Hot Chicken: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2019/...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan interviews Sarah Firshein, the new travel advice columnist for the New York Times. They discuss how Sarah's column combines intense research and advocacy on behalf of wronged travelers. Sarah then tackles calls for help from Out of Office listeners. Things we talked about in today's podcast: Switzerland and the European Union https://www.americ...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan interviews Valerie Stimac, the author of Lonely Planet's newest guide "Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to Astrotourism." We learn about dark sky certifications, the best places on earth to study the stars, and why everyone has to make time to see the Milky Way. Plus, Ryan goes to Florida. Things we talked about in today's podcast: "Dark Skies: A...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, the boys debate the best ways to pack a suitcase, including how to choose and organize the right wardrobe, where your toiletries belong, and why you could put a horse in the overheard storage of an Amtrak if you were strong enough. Plus, Ryan comes out as an "always-check"! Things we talked about in today's podcast: OOO Episode 19: Luggage Throwdown ht...

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Ryan talks to Time Out Food and Drink Editor Bao Ong about what it takes to make a restaurant great, how he puts together "Best of" lists, and then gets some recommendations for great places in New York City and beyond. Plus, our longest Recalculating yet! Things we talked about in today's podcast: - Bao Ong https://www.timeout.com/profile/UMTtSr53SqyI...