The Marvels and Mishaps of Travel

Send a text Denmark is clean, safe and English is spoken by the masses! It's a wonderful solo trip for the adventurous traveler if you can get past the "Smurrrrhhhburrrr". Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text Some travel essentials came in handy when things did not go to plan in beautiful Peru.  Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text Group travel is full of opportunities to explore a country with a knowledgeable and culturally aware guide who knows the language. It also lends itself to making new friends. Together, Jess & Monika, with their friends John and Marisa, embarked on an epic adventure through the awesome country of Turkiye with its many charming sites and unique experiences.  Support the show @TheMarv...

Send a text While Monika is prancing through lavender fields, drinking champagne, and soaking up the Mediterranean Sea under the sun, Jess is on a farm in the French countryside struggling with the language and shoveling some shit.  Marvels or mishaps. Choose your adventure.  Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text Come join us in Paris where enjoying wine, museums, monuments, baguettes and sophistication est la vie.  Don't forget to count how many times we say "iconic."  Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text Looking for an easily accessible place to visit full of beauty and folklore? Laugh along with us as we explore Iceland and attempt to pronounce the many attractions it has to offer. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text With its tremendous cultural diversity, Mexico City is a must for visitors. Jess and Monika light up whenever they talk about their respective trips there.  Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text Castles! Christmas Markets!! ...and a concentration camp. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text On this springtime adventure, Jess and her friend Tabitha visit the gem of South Africa: Cape Town. They visit animals on land and in the sea, they traverse gorgeous landscapes and dabble in the local culture and food. Tune in to find out more as we head into Season 3 to discover places where both Jess and Monika have visited.  Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

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Send a text On this Caribbean trip, Jess has a combination of a vacation and an adventure in the paradise of two islands in the Antilles while visiting dear friends. So much goes wrong and just enough also goes right that she is able to come to terms with some problems at home and in her personal life. Tune in to hear about this hilarious voyage that she still thinks fondly of in her memories. Sup...

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Send a text Tucked between Turkey and Russia are the two intriguing countries of Armenia and Georgia. Why visit these places? Follow Monika’s journey to the Lands of Free Water and Wine to find out! Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text On this exciting adventure through Central Europe, Jess, her mom and her friend, Jules, get a dose of each of three countries with history tours, cooking classes, delicious restaurants, boat tours and baths. Tune in for some education and ideas.  Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text If you are a fan of the Caribbean, Aruba is surely one to put on your list. Whether you fancy snorkeling over shipwrecks or horseback riding through breaking waves, Aruba's friendly locals and desert climate have much to offer. However, you may not want to check your luggage for this destination! Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text Our friend Chris always used to boast about how wonderful Panama is. He would invite us to go with him regularly. While he has passed, the two of us finally made it down there to see why this place was so magical for him. It did not disappoint.  Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text Alright so, you're probably wondering why we picked these places, which means you should tune in and learn all about it. Being on the other side of the world blows your mind every time, as does everything you will see in these places. We recommend the shoulder season for these countries, even if you have to bear the summer heat. Oh, and when it comes to the language barrier, at le...

Send a text On this once in a lifetime adventure with her mom, Jess goes deep into the Pacific Ocean to encounter marine life, volcanoes, farm animals, beautiful beaches and sunsets in Hawaii. It's full of fun and peril and is also a dream come true. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text Calling all Rihanna fans! Barbados is a Caribbean island with it's own unique vibe. If pristine white sand, turquoise water, tropical flowers and adorable sea turtles are calling, Barbados is the place to be. But you may want to think twice before renting a car because you'll need to drive on opposite side of the road! Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text In this activity packed adventure, Jess cruises through Central America and gets a taste of three different countries. Most of it is all fun and games until some things fall outside of her control.  Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text Guatemala is one of the most underrated travel destinations that begs a second visit. From unique cuisines to kayaking on a lake surrounded by volcanoes, it's no wonder this country is a favorite for ex-pats. Join us on this memorable adventure to The Land of Eternal Spring. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text On this semi-ridiculous and super fun adventure, Jess explores one city from each of five European countries. Driven by the travel bug, having to sleep in many different locations doesn't stop her. She meets people and learns new things wherever she goes.  To answer Monika's question, Christiania is a self-governing society that has its own laws and does not have to pay taxes...

Send a text One way to travel if you are tight on cash is to travel off-season. Luckily Malta is a destination with plenty to do year-round. However, sometimes our travel plans don't always line up with the rest of our life in the most optimal way. This episode highlights the challenges of a trip when you aren't your best self. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel

Send a text It's usually worth going along to the location where your significant other wants to go. Singapore does not disappoint in this short but sweet trip to the small country which is full of amazing food, pleasant beaches, entertainment and attractions that you will want to visit again and again.  Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel