The Family Vacationer

How's this for walking in a winter wonderland? Durango, CO is our final stop on this year's look at holiday destinations. Special Guest Rachel Welsh tells you every reason you need to visit this beautiful Colorado town in the holiday season and beyond. Listen now! - - - - - - - - - - - - #durangocolorado #holidaydestinations #colorado #skiingvacation #wintervacation #family #familyvacation #christ...

Listen to Episode 66 today!

An unexpected trip with unexpected adventures! Rob recaps his family's trip to Pigeon Forge and all the fun experiences they had. Don't miss this episode! (Special thanks to the Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism for providing VIP cards to our family. Estimated value: $1,500 per person) - - - - - - - - - - @mypigeonforge @skyflypf @wonderworks_tn #titanicmusuem @beyondthelensattractions @titanic_m...

Travel Insurance. Something no one wants to talk about....until you need it. Listen today as Rob and Danny talk with Lauren Gumport, Vice President of Communications and Brand Strategy for Faye. A company that is disrupting the travel insurance industry. Information you need for your next vacation! #travel #travelpodcast #roamtheplanet #travelgram #travelinsurance #tripinsurance @faye.travel #trav...

If you're looking for the best college town in the US, Chapel Hill, North Carolina is certainly in that conversation. This episode goes through everything that makes Chapel Hill one of the best college towns, from the University of North Carolina to the vibrant downtown. " UNC Chapel Hill is the oldest public university in the country." Patty Griffin is the communications director for the Chapel H...

The beautiful campus of the University of Michigan is just the start of the charm of Ann Arbor. Special Guest, Amy Karbo suggests places to see and things to do in this #collegetown. Listen today! - - - - - - - - - - - #college #universityofmichigan #annarbor #family #familytrip #michigan #collegevisit #gobigblue #collegetailgating

Special thanks to Mega Millions Draw Host, John Crow for hanging out with us and talking about all things Family Vacationer. John is a super interesting person and is, himself, well traveled. He still hasn't made either of us rich by calling our Mega Millions numbers. Oh well We had a lot of ideas about what to do with our 100th episode, but this was the perfect chance to talk about why we started...

A great city for arts and the outdoors, Eugene, OR is the subject of episode 99 of the Family Vacationer. Special Guest and a former Oregon Duck, Andy Vobora talks to Rob and Danny about this awesome #collegetown Don't miss it!

It's big, it's bold, it's everything you'd expect in the capital of the state of Texas. Definitely not your average #collegetown. Austin has so much to offer families. Plenty of outdoor activities and some of the best music you will ever here played live. Austin has earned the moniker of the "Live Music Capital of the World". Some truly iconic music venues in this wonderfully quirky town. Wesley L...

If you've ever been tailgating in the Grove, you know Ole Miss fans take tailgating to the next level. But, if that's the entirety of your Oxford experience, you are missing out. Special Guest Kinney Ferris talks to Rob and Danny about all of the wonderful cultural and family offerings of beautiful Oxford, MS. Listen today!

This week we start out looking at some of the greatest college towns in the US with a look at Athens, GA. If you're only headed in on the weekends for tailgating and the football game, there's so much you're missing! Special Guest Hannah Smith talks to Rob and Danny about this fantastic college town and southern city. Listen today!

The "City of Presidents", Rapid City, SD is the subject of Episode 95 of the Family Vacationer. Special Guest Brook Kaufman talks to Rob and Danny about this unique American city. Whether it's the walkable, vibrant downtown area or the proximity to Mount Rushmore, there is something for everyone in Rapid City! Listen today!

Atlanta is a city rich in diversity and plenty of southern charm. It's also home to the Family Vacationer. Rob and Danny welcome special guest Lindsey Raimondi to the show to talk more about the capital of the south. Listen to Episode 93 today!

Flathead Lake Lodge and the Averill family has been welcoming guests since 1945. Rob and Danny welcome Chase Averill to the show to talk about the dude ranch experience and their amazing lodge. Flathead Lake Lodge has the added advantage of having Flathead Lake in its backyard.

A recap of Rob's family vacation to Seacrest Beach on 30a in Florida. Some surprising takeaways from Rob. Lots of great meals in the area on this trip from places like Shades Restaurant and Bar, Salty Sue's, Pizza by the Sea, and Acme Oyster House. Give it a listen!

Danny and his family recently took a family vacation to Cape Coral, FL. Danny recaps the trip, talks about this beautiful area, and talks about enjoying a beach vacation if you don't actually stay on the beach!

Special Guests, Karl and Adele Gross talk to Rob and Danny about their dream vacation to Italy. Where they stayed, how they planned their trip, listen to it all in Episode 89

Rob and Danny speak with CEO and Founder of Baby Quip, Fran Maier about how this service can help your family get the baby equipment you need for your next vacation in a clean and safe way and without having to pack it in your car or carry it on the plane!

Rob and Danny welcome writer and investigative reporter, Claire Trageser to the show to give you some tips on how to save money on your next family vacation! Here are her tips: 1. Be flexible. 2. Stay outside the city center. 3. Know where to look for deals. 4. Book early. 5. Or book at the last minute. *As a travel agent, this is the one that scares me right now. Last minute deals do still exist,...

Episode 84 St Augustine Rob and Danny welcome special guest, Barbara Golden, Communications and Media Manager for St Augustine and Ponte Verdra Convention and Visitors Bureau to the show to talk about Florida’s Historic Coast.  St Augustine offers 457 years of history and none of it boring.  Places to see: Castillo de San Marcos National Monument Fort Matanzas Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Arc...