The Family Vacationer

Rob and Danny welcome special guest, Karina Duran to the show. This episode is a little bit different in that instead of looking at one specific location, we're looking at all of the family-friendly resorts by Karisma Hotels. Here are the links to the hotels for more information. Generations Riviera Maya Azul Beach Riviera Cancun Azul Beach Negril Nickelodeon Punta Cana Sensatori Punta Cana Margar...

Dan Howard, Director of Communications for Park City Utah and the Convention and Visitor's Bureau is our guest on today's show. Park City is absolutely beautiful. The main takeaway is that there are so many outdoor activities year-round. Dan mentioned that Park City is one of the most accessible skiing destinations located only 25 minutes from the Salt Lake City International Airport. Skiing in Pa...

Rob and Danny welcome Nicole Krekeler to the show. Nicole is Tourism Sales Manager from Experience Scottsdale and a Scottsdale native. Things to do: McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park - therailroadpark.com Old Town Area - oldtownscottsdale.com Hot air balloon rides at sunset! - rainbowryders.com Learn to be a Cowboy! Arizona Cowboy College - cowboycollege.com Who doesn't love a ghost town? Goldfield...

There have been times that I felt like as a parent, I've sabotaged some of our family trips before we've even left the driveway. How well, by not being mindful of what my wife and my kids might be wanting out of a family vacation and how that might stack up what my expectations are originally called this episode the psychology of the family vacation. What we are talking about today is being honest...

So much has been said about 2020. This has truly been a year unlike any other. With COVID rates continuing to rise all over the world, not everyone may feel comfortable talking about travel. We totally understand. However, with vaccines on the way, we are going to look ahead to 2021. Stacey Cabell, owner of Starstuff Travel joins us to talk travel in the coming year and what's it been like for her...

Greenville, Yeah THAT Greenville, SC. Greenville has been ranked as one of top small towns in the US. Our special guest, Taryn Scher tells us some of the reasons you're going to want to schedule a trip to Greenville this holiday season and beyond. Located between Atlanta and Charlotte, we urge you not to make the mistake of just driving through. This small town offers Southern hospitality with big...

We were so fortunate to have Dodie Stephens from Explore Asheville on the show. Asheville is this beautiful, eclectic southern city in the Blue Ridge Mountains that we love! The Biltmore is without a doubt a major attraction any time of year. Add the decorations for the holidays and you have a holiday destination you won't want to miss! The holidays always brings the National Gingerbread House Com...

Finally some good news for the cruise industry! A look at a study on air quality on aircraft travel, more layoffs at Disney, new information on traveling to the Bahamas, and information on Disneyland Paris. Don't forget to listen to last week's Family Vacationer for a code to receive 10% off your first RV rental with the app, Outdoorsy. It's only good through November, so make sure and take advant...

Excited to have Evan Hopkins, VP of Global Sales and Customer Operations from the RV Rental App Outdoorsy on the show. If you've ever thought about camping in a RV, but you're not sure about the purchase or just want to temporarily experience the joys of RV travel, give this app a try. Listen to the episode for a way to get a 10% discount on your first RV rental! Also, if you own an RV and want to...

5 Minutes Around the World is back! This episode features interesting TSA information on the amount of air travelers, a historic flight from the UAE to Israel, forcast numbers and prices for holiday travel, and the latest discouraging news concerning Disneyland. Come back Tuesday and listen as Rob interviews Evan Hopkins from the RV rental app, Outdoorsy. You'll also find out how you can get a 10%...

The Williams family join Rob and Danny to talk about their recent two-week trip out west to Yellowstone. The beauty of RV travel is that to journey is just as fun as the destination. Prairie Dogs, Shopping Center parking lots, and the largest Bass Pro Shop around all on this week's Family Vacationer!

This episode had to be rerecorded several times this week due to changing information! How very 2020!! Good information here on Hawaii, Universal Studios (Mini Halloween Horror!), Disney, Cruise News, Dominican Republic, and the Bahamas. Check out some festive video from Disney and Universal Here: Starstuff Travel

One of the great things about the domestic travel series is having the opportunity to learn more about these different cities. Huntsville, Alabama has long been known for the US Space and Rocket Center and for Space Camp. Those two attractions are well worth the trip on their own. But if you take a deeper look, there is so much more to this international city.   Kristen Pepper and Beth Ridgeway fr...

On weeks without a full show, look for an episode of Five Minutes Around the World where we give you travel information and updates both here in the US and abroad.

Danny and I were fortunate to have Leon Downey on the show to talk about Pigeon Forge. Leon has been the executive director for Pigeon Forge Tourism for 20 years and lived in the area for 32 years. So he has a unique perspective on the area. It didn't take long for the conversation to turn to food. Breakfast in Pigeon Forge is amazing. Leon mentioned several places that you didn't want to miss. Yo...

Dan and I were very excited to have Milton Segarra on the show with us from Coastal Mississippi. We always give our guests the opportunity to explain why their destination is a good choice for families planning their family vacation. Milton highlighted the ability for families to be on the coast and yet also have the opportunity for world class food and lodging. The Beau Rivage and the Hard Rock H...

A recap of Rob's family vacation to Destin, FL. Find out how different this beach trip was in the time of COVID-19. "Big thank you to @splashboardsmedia for the huge 50th anniversary sign. Go to our insta page (@thefamilyvacationer) to see the awesome sign. If you're in Destin and celebrating a special occasion, you can post a personal message for $99. My parents are still talking about the sign....

Kay Maghan, Public Relations Manager for Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism stops by to talk about these beautiful beach communities on the Gulf of Mexico. Our Domestic Travel Series continues!

This episode of the Family Vacationer focuses on a 100 mile stretch of the North Carolina Coast called the Outer Banks. Lee Nettles, Executive Director of the Outer Banks Visitor's Bureau joins us to talk about these beautiful beach communities. These communities are rich with history and full of activity that your entire family will enjoy!

A quick look at some of the facts around the reopening of Walt Disney World in Orlando plus a little breaking news. Give it a listen!

Danny and his extended family took a trip to Stephen C Foster State Park in southern Georgia. Hear all about the trip and what this hidden gem of a destination has for both the camper and the glamper in all of us.  To reserve your camping space at Stephen C Foster, click here! If you love a star full of skies, don't forget that this park is a certified dark sky park.  Due to COVID-19, not all acti...

This week, Rob and Danny speak with Ike High from Explore Charleston. Ike brings us up to speed on places to stay, play, and eat in downtown Charleston and the area's five beach communities. Definitely an episode you don't want to miss. Rob here, on a personal note, I love that Charleston has done such an amazing job in the preservation of it's buildings. This has gone a long way towards the reten...

This Father's Day, Special Edition episode is just a quick look at some recent announcements at Disney and in the cruise industry.  

The Panhandle of Florida is, without question, one of our favorite places to visit. Nestled between Panama City Beach and Destin are the Beach Communities of 30A. They're not exactly a secret, but if they're not on your list of places to visit, they should be! Beautiful water, sugar sand beaches, delicious restaurants, one of kind shops, and the best beach vibe around.   We were fortunate to have...