Take Me With You Podcast

This week Cheryl and Ryan get to use their skills and knowledge to interview Beth and Stephen, and then help plan ideas for their upcoming honeymoon to Barcelona, Paris and Amsterdam! Wish You Were Here:Beth: The Old PlaceStephen: The PMQCheryl: The MappariumRyan: HallgrímskirkjuFollow us on Twitter & Instagram: @tmwypodcastLeave us a voicemail (or text message): (406)763-8699Email: tmwypodcas...

This week Ryan brings us to the Galapagos Islands for a trip full of passion for science with an emphasis on biology, some surprise nausea, "snorkeling," and a completely different world of astronomy. Wish You Were HereRyan: Blue and Green Caves, CroatiaCheryl: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, HollywoodFollow us on Twitter & Instagram: @tmwypodcastLeave us a voicemail (or text message): (4...

This week solo traveler and hostel expert Jason Edds shares about his trip to Prague, Budapest, & Vienna. Jason gives lots of great tips about finding the right hostel, including hostelworld.com. He also shares about the largest castle complex in Europe, the famous astronomical clock, the House of Terror, and standing in the “poor man’s line” for the symphony in Vienna. Wish You Were Here:Ryan...

Paige Patterson shares about her time studying abroad in Lithuania, including her Georgian & Albanian roommates, a European basketball tournament, and visiting Lenin’s tomb in Moscow. Wish You Were Here:Ryan: Bonza Bike Tours, SydneyCheryl: Segovia Aqueduct, SpainPaige: Monmartre & Sacre Coeur, ParisFollow us on Twitter & Instagram: @tmwypodcastLeave us a voicemail (or text message): (...

This week Ryan & Cheryl talk to KJ about her time working with Mercy Ships in Africa. KJ shares about being in Guinea, the Republic of Congo (we learn there are 2 Congos), leaving Benin because of Ebola, Madagascar, and Cameroon. We learn a bit about African culture and how to be flexible when traveling. Oranizations mentioned by KJ:Mercy ShipsIntermissionaryGirl Catch FireWish You Were Here:R...

This week's guest Jamie shares about her trip to Cooperstown, New York to for the induction of Ken Griffey Jr. into the Baseball Hall of Fame. We learn a bit about what it means to be in the hall of fame, as well as some of the different exhibits to see there. Jamie also shares her tips for how to enjoy the induction ceremony. Wish You Were Here:Jamie: St. Paul de Vence, FranceRyan: Vintgar Gorge,...

This week Ryan & Cheryl play a travel game they call “Train of Thought” where they try to string their different travel stories together. This unconventional way of telling stravel stories connects donkeys with diapers to states and capitals, selfies before they were a thing, and Mission Impossible in London. Wish You Were Here:Ryan: Seuss Landing, Islands of Adventure, FloridaCheryl: Angel’s...

Our guest Lisa shares about her trip to India as an architect through Engineering Ministries International. She and her team worked on designing an orphanage. She also shares about her "Harry Potter" test of people, as well as the best way to take a bucket shower. Wish You Were Here:Ryan: The Pearl, IcelandCheryl: Dr. Seuss Art at Markus Ashley Gallery, Lake TahoeLisa: Cantillon Brewery, BursselsF...

This week we hear about Sara’s trip to Chile including Val Paraiso, Pisco Elqui, and Santiago. Sara talks about getting lost on purpose, a restaurant musician who leaves after 15 minutes, and what it’s like to be sick in another country while the water is shut off. Wish You Were Here:Ryan: Segway Tour, SalzbergCheryl: AquaBliss Fish Spa, BarcelonaSara: Bike Ride on Dingle Peninsula, IrelandFollow...

Cheryl’s sister Kate explain how she prepares for travel, including a very organized spreadsheet and how to navigate Trip Advisor successfully. She also shares about her trip to Japan during cherry blossom season, including Tokyo Disneyland and Disneysea, 2 ancient capital cities, and staying in a traditional Japanese hotel. Wish You Were Here:Ryan: Ocean View Road, Port Orford ORCheryl: Venice Fe...

Sarah shares about growing up in Madrid and how her multi-cultural family heritage shapes her perspective. From camping in Europe to the “no rush” culture in Spain, Sarah’s local insights into life in Madrid are thought provoking and helpful. She also debunks some Spain travel advice from an online article - we give you the insider perspective! Wish You Were Here:Ryan: Royal Botanical Gardens Sydn...

This week’s guest Darryl shares about his trip to Southern California, including his first experience flying on a plane! Cheryl shares her plane seat strategy, Ryan struggles to understand how juice can be naked, and Darryl shares about the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park! Wish You Were Here:Ryan: Straža Tobagganing, Bled SloveniaCheryl: George Ranch Historical ParkDarryl: Oregon Zoo Follow us on Tw...

Dawn Wilson shares about her trip to Vietnam, including visiting the primate center in the Cuc Phuong National Park, women who paddle their boats with their feet, a floating village, and the beauty of Ha Long Bay. Wish You Were Here:Ryan: TKTS LondonCheryl: TKTS New YorkDawn: Great Wall of China SlideFollow us on Twitter & Instagram: @tmwypodcastLeave us a voicemail (or text message): (406)763...

Ashley Zydel shares her very unique trip to Mexico to swim with Whale Sharkes! The experience includes riding in a 6 person airplane, staying in beach yurts on a private bay, being attacked by a crab, eating freshly caught seafood, and almost being swallowed by a huge whale shark. Travel service used: Baja Air AdventuresWish You Were Here:Ryan: Black Sand Beach & Columner BasaltCheryl: The Gol...

This episode our guest is the person who inspired our podcast! Brooke shares about a getaway to the Santa Ynez Valley in southern California. We learn about Pea Soup Andersen’s restaurant in Buellton, how to properly talk about freeways, the Danish-style town of Solvang, tips for when you go wine tasting, and Brooke’s favorite winery, Foxen 7200 Winery. Wish You Were Here:Ryan: MoPOP - Science Fic...

Alyssa shares a photographer’s perspective on Italy, including the medieval town of Glurns, the Dolomite mountains, Vernazza in the Cinque Terre, and what the “golden hour” is for photographers. Cheryl and Ryan also learn how to find a lost dome in Rome, as well as what the “fraken-church” is. Wish You Were Here:Ryan: Harpa Concert Hall, ReykjavikCheryl: Seattle Public LibraryGuest: Ghibli Museum,...

Part 2 of Cheryl sharing about her trip to Spain. Cheryl shares about food, lots and lots of food: tapas vs pinchos, eating snails, chocolate & churros, and the difference between Mexican and Spanish horchata. She also learns about “blue flag” beaches and explains how the running of the bulls isn’t unique to Pamplona. Wish You Were Here:Ryan: La Brea Tar PitsCheryl: Whidbey Island Drive-in The...

Part 1 of Cheryl sharing about her trip to Spain. Cheryl talks about how the language barrier affects a person’s personality, compares the Guernica to the Mona Lisa, and recommends a day trip to Alcala de Heneares outside of Madrid. Part 2 next week! Wish You Were Here:Ryan: Troll Haven, WashingtonCheryl: Biosphere 2, ArizonaFollow us on Twitter & Instagram: @tmwypodcastLeave us a voicemail (o...

Jen shares about her time living in England. We hear about language difference between American and British English, teaching people about American Thanksgiving, recommended day trips outside of London, and how Jen learned to be ok being alone while traveling. She also freaks Cheryl out with the Jack the Ripper tour. Wish You Were Here:Ryan: Venice Mask ShopCheryl: Galeria de Academia Jen: Road to...

Ryan and Cheryl do some brainstorming for her upcoming trip to Spain! They discuss things to do in and around the cities Cheryl is planning to visit, including: Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, San Sebastian, and Bilbao. Other topics include mulitple Guggenheim Museums, Rick Steves travel books, Cheryl’s Google maps travel tips, and comparing AirBnB, Hotels, and Bed & Breakfasts. Wish You Were Her...

Jill shares about spending 18 months visiting 13 different countries working with local organizations to help with social justice issues. Jill tells about some of her crazy adventures, including the country-wide water fight in Thailand for Songkran, what it’s like to work in a brothel, finding out how many camels her hand in marriage is worth, and what happens when you get bit by a mango fly. Orga...

Our host Ryan shares about his road trip to the Redwoods in Northern California. He shares about the beautiful drive down Highway 101, the plague of mosquitoes, the Trees of Mystery tourist trap, the gotta-see-it-to-believe-it gift shop of Ocean World , and how Tillamook is a bit like Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory. Wish You Were Here:Ryan: Cacao Ice Cream, Ljubljana, SloveniaCheryl: Do Edible Co...

This week we hear Tom’s perspective on the trip to Helsinki, Tallinn, and Paris that Serena shared about last week. Tom tells us about the welcoming feel of Helsinki, including all the free wifi, the contrasts between different cathedrals, what it’s like to eat Reindeer, and the contrasting experiences of visiting “popuplar” cities versus less popular ones. We’ll also learn about multiple Notre Da...

Serena shares about her most recent trip to Helsinki, Tallinn, and Paris. Hear about a wide range of churches including the Church of the Rock (built into the side of a mountain), Notre Dame, Sacre Coeur, Sainte-Chapelle, and the Chartres labyrinth. Serena also gives us insight about eating from her travels like blueberry shooters in Helsinki and a taxidermy table set-up at a Tallinn restaurant. B...

Mikaela shares about her 3.5 years living in Malaga, Spain. She describes the beautiful blend of muslim and catholic cultures, the deep, meaningful relationships southern spaniards make, and the different experience of living in a place versus traveling to a place. Cheryl shares about when she visiting Mikaela in Malaga and was disappointed by the orange juice there. Finally, Mikaela shares travel...