Travel Mug Podcast

Exciting news for Canadians visiting Europe or Europeans visiting Canada, WestJet and Icelandair signed a reciprocal codeshare agreement in June. Meggan shares what this means for you and what new destinations could be on the table! Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content. We have Merch! Shop the...

Instead of spending their parental leave at home, Riana and her husband decided to put all of their things in storage and take their baby and dog on a long-term travel adventure, which included several countries. Riana shares how they planned their 9-month trip, what they brought with them on the road, and how they adapted to traveling with a baby. This episode is for anyone who wants to travel wi...

After a not-so-fun flight, Jenn researches whether turbulence is getting worse (spoiler alert: it is). She also shares some tips to make flying more comfortable (and less nausea-inducing) Episode Resources: BBC Science Article Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content. We have Merch! Shop the Trave...

Meggan and her husband spent two weeks traveling Portugal, and she shares all the highs and lows of their adventure, including what she would choose to do differently next time. She shares where they stayed, what they did, where they ate and so much more. Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content....

Meggan shares her recent experience in Portugal when paying with her credit card or withdrawing cash. The machines may ask if you want to "accept or reject conversion" and hitting accept may cause you to pay more in fees than you planned! Episode Resources: Should you carry cash when traveling? Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get acc...

If you're planning your Scotland adventure, don't miss heading to Glasgow! This fun city is full of great things to do, eat, and see. We break down how to get to Glasgow, where to stay, and what to do while visiting. Episode Resources: Mural Trail website Beginner's Guide to Edinburgh Beginner's Guide to Isle of Skye Jenn's Scotland Road Trip Report Support the Travel Mug...

If you plan to travel this summer, now is the time to make sure you have your ducks in a row! Meggan shares four things you should do now to make sure you're ready to go. Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content. We have Merch! Shop the Travel Mug Podcast Store   Check out our fav items here:...

If you're wondering how to get free flights with Aeroplan points, how to get into the Maple Leaf Lounge, or what the SQCs mean, Geoff breaks it all down for us. He shares how he has mastered the Aeroplan program and tips for building up your points.  Episode resources: Abeam Travel Design website Abeam Travel Design Instagram Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make o...

Flight and fuel prices have been chaotic over the past few weeks. With all the uncertainty, many are wondering if airlines can charge you a fuel surcharge on existing flights. Find out what you should do about your summer flights! Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content. We have Merch! Shop the T...

Bad days happen when you are traveling, but you can reset! Here is how we handle jet lag, anxiety, illness or injury, transportation issues, and more! Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content. We have Merch! Shop the Travel Mug Podcast Store   Check out our fav items here: Our Favourite Travel Pro...

Iceland has introduced a new road tax: a per-kilometre fee that applies to everyone driving in Iceland, even tourists! Here's how much it will cost and how to pay this new road tax in 2026. Episode Resources: Iceland Government website Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content. We have Merch!...

Have you been thinking about a destination wedding or getting married abroad? Aimee from Snap Happy Travel joins us to talk about planning a wedding in a different country. Including how to pick a destination, what you consider, and the expenses involved. Episode Resources: Snap Happy Travel Website Snap Happy Travel Instagram Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our d...

United Airlines has officially banned listening to your phone or other device without headphones! This means streaming videos, scrolling social media, and listening to music. And if you don't comply, you can be removed and banned from the airline! They mean business! We discuss the new rule and why people might be listening without headphones. Episode Resources: United Contract of Carriage Pl...

If money and time off from work are holding you back from travelling more, Jen from Jen on the Run discusses how to start a freelance career and how she moved from America to Europe while working on her business. We talk about making the jump from corporate to self-employed, the biggest mistakes new freelancers make, and how to find a community as a work-from-home freelancer. Episode Resources: Je...

Yes, this episode is a bit of a bummer, but it is also an important safety consideration. Many Airbnbs do not provide a carbon monoxide detector, an odorless, tasteless and colourless gas that can be deadly. Jenn highlights the dangers and what we can do to protect ourselves. Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like blooper...

Planning a quick weekend getaway trip can be tricky, especially when you only have two days to explore. Here we share tips and tricks to plan a quick trip, and how to make the most of your time away, whether it is a local staycation or a destination you fly to! Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra con...

We've all seen the headlines: multiple destinations have been impacted by world events. But when should we hit cancel on a trip? Meggan talks about research and trusting your instincts. Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content. We have Merch! Shop the Travel Mug Podcast Store   Check out our...

If you've been dreaming of visiting Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland, to see the Valley of 72 waterfalls for yourself, we break down everything you need to know, including how to get there, where to stay, what to do, and even how to save a little money with some free activities!  Episode Resources: Mountain webcams (best I could do!) Meggan's Germany, Austria and Switzerland road trip episode...

Did you know it's illegal to bring certain medications into Japan, even with a prescription? Medications that contain stimulants are banned, so what does this mean if you regularly take Adderall, Tylenol 3s, or decongestants with pseudoephedrine? We provide details on how or if you can bring these meds with you while traveling in Japan Episode Resources: Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfar...

Ryan Floyd joins us to talk about his experience living and working abroad, including moving to Mumbai in his 20s and learning Hindi. We also talk about how to make the most of work trips and incorporate community-based activities while travelling.  Episode Resources: Ryan's LinkedIn profile Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to f...

We talk about the recent vaping/e-cigarette ban in Mexico and other countries where vaping is banned! It's not worth going to jail over, so check before you pack! Episode Resources: 2024 Vaping Ban Article Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content. We have Merch! Shop the Travel Mug Podcast St...

If you've ever wondered what Meggan and Jenn are actually like to travel with, this episode is for you! Meggan, Jenn, and their husbands talk about couples travel, overplanning, annoying travel habits and much more! Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content. We have Merch! Shop the Travel Mug...

Canada is a beautiful country (not that we're biased... okay, we're totally biased) and we think you should come visit us! Coastlines, mountains, large cities, and plenty of trees - we have it all! Meggan outlines some of the best things about Canada. Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra con...

We chat travel with professor and YouTuber Mark Wolters from Wolters World. He shares how his popular YouTube channel started, his love of travel, how he balances travel and work, his approach to filming content, and so much more. If you're a fan of Wolters World or if you're curious about starting a travel YouTube channel, this is the episode for you! Episode Resources: Wolters World Yo...

Jenn shares a travel hack she recently stumbled upon that saved her over $530 on her hotel in Toronto. The bonus? It only takes a few minutes to do! Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content. We have Merch! Shop the Travel Mug Podcast Store   Check out our fav items here: Our Favourite Travel Produ...