Travel Squad Podcast

In this episode we explore the growing multi-billion dollar lifestyle travel industry, starting with a full review of one of the world’s most famous clothing-optional resorts, Hedonism II in Negril, Jamaica. We share what it’s like from a first-timer's perspective, what the resort and amenities have to offer, what to expect from the all-inclusive food, drinks, parties and theme nights, what th...

This week's Just the Tip shares 10 airlines that offer free stopover products with flight and/or hotel perks that allow you to see one or more destinations for free! Find a killer flight deal with these airlines by signing up for ⁠⁠ Thrifty Traveler Premium⁠⁠ to get daily flight deals (points & cash) emailed directly to you! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Shop:...

On this Travel Flashback we’re sharing everything you need to know about the epic Havasupai Falls backpacking adventure! This 4 days, 3 night trip was our first backpacking experience, and we learned A LOT, so learn from us! We take you through the whole trail, to all 5 waterfalls, and along every step of this epic road trip and hiking girls adventure. Make sure to come prepared with the ⁠⁠Havasup...

This week's Just the Tip episode will help you choose which Hawaiian island to visit (or in which order!) to best match your travel style and what you want to see and do in Hawaii. Download our Big Island itinerary and check out these recommended activities to optimize your time there! Where to stay in Big Island (Kona Hotels): PACIFIC 19 Kona , Royal Kona Resort , Courtyard by Marriott Downlo...

We went to Door County, Wisconsin and are sharing the best experiences, places to eat, hikes, and boat rides to do on a long weekend in this midwest vacation destination. Highlights of the Door County: Sturgeon Bay Lighthouses State Parks Hikes and overlooks Fish boil Sunset boat cruise If you want to take this exact trip, you can download our Door County Itinerary. This guide to Door County gives...

On this week's Just the Tip, we're taking you along to experience Spa Castle in Dallas, Texas! The 3-story, 140,000 sq ft. urban spa resort blends diverse Asian saunas with luxurious European spa experiences, indoor and outdoor hydrotherapy pools, tranquil resting areas, and spa treatments to provide a full-day, holistic retreat for relaxation and rejuvenation. - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...

In this week's Travel Flashback we take you on a beach-filled adventure to the iconic Jersey Shore! We're sharing all our tips and highlights from our weekend getaway celebrating Brittanie and Jamal's 8th wedding anniversary. We flew into Philadelphia, so in this episode, we talk all about our day seeing the main historic highlights of Philadelphia before driving to the Jersey Shore an...

On this week's Just the Tip, we're sharing the ends we will go to ensure we get good sleep on a plane, especially on larger flights. This episodes shares tips for what to bring and how to prepare to sleep soundly while in the air. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Shop: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trip Itineraries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Storefront ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Renee Hannes of Dream Plan Experience explains what slow travel really means and how you can travel slow even on quick trips! In this episode we romanticize slow travel in Paris and give recommendations for the perfect slow travel days in the city of light. —--------------------------------------- Shop: ⁠ Trip Itineraries ⁠⁠ & ⁠ ⁠Amazon Storefront ⁠⁠ Connect: ⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠ , ⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠⁠ , and ⁠...

On this week's Just the Tip, we're sharing tips for anyone going backpacking for the very first time! We did our first backpacking trip in March 2024 and learned a lot, this episode hopes to help others with the learnings we had from our first experience. Shop our Amazon Backpacking List for all the gear, backpacking food, and supplies we used on this trip! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...

We’re taking you along for a four-day trip to Oahu, Hawaii for beach adventures, Hawaiian living, outdoor and historical adventures. Highlights of Oahu in this episode: Waikiki Beach  Foodland Hiking Manoa Falls, Koko Crater Tramway, Lanikai Pill Box Trail The North Shore beaches Pearl Harbor  Dining at local spots like Kono's and Ted's Bakery If you want to take this exact trip, you can d...

On this week's Just the Tip we go to South Padre Island, TX for a quick beach getaway. In this episode we share where to stay, things to do, and how to enjoy the most of this vacation getaway destination. Highlights of South Padre Island include: Beach activities Fireworks Ocean-side resort pool Turtle Sanctuary And so much more! These are the tours and hotels we recommend in South Padre Islan...

We went to Singapore on a two-day stopover, in true TSP fashion we saw and did a lot in these 48 hours and are sharing it all in this episode.  Highlights of Singapore in this episode: Hawker food halls  Gardens by the Bay  The St. Regis hotel for an ultra luxurious experience. Chinatown  Marina Bay Sands  The underground malls in Singapore  Singapore Airport and its impressive amenities. If you w...

On this week's Just the Tip, we're taking you along a 2-day, overnight jungle trek through Chang Mai, Thailand. We did the 2 day, 1 night overnight jungle trek with Chiang Mai Trekking with Piroon in northern Thailand and are sharing all the details on how to prepare, what to expect and what you'll see along the way. They offer: 3 day/2 night, 2 day/1 night, & daytrips. We decided...

We're sharing our experiences from five amazing days in Chiang Mai, Thailand. In this episode, we talk about the city's rich history, cultural attractions, and travel tips, including the best temples to visit, local cuisine, and unique experiences like visiting Tiger Kingdom, participating in a cooking class, and an overnight jungle trek adventure. Download our 5 Days in Chiang Mai Itinera...

On this week's Just the Tip, we give our honest opinion about the amazing experience of flying business class with Singapore Airlines. We discuss whether it's worth the price, walk you through the whole experience, and share how you can book this with points. Download our Singapore Itinerary for the perfect plan to spend two days in this amazing island nation and keep the fun going after y...

In this episode the squad is taking you to Phuket, Thailand to spend two days enjoying its amazing beaches, exploring nearby islands by boat, eating amazing Thai cuisine and experiencing the ionic Phuket nightlife on Bangla Road. We share tips for visiting, navigating, and where to stay in Phuket. Download our 2 Day Phuket Itinerary We went to the Simon Cabaret Show and did the James Bond Island L...

On this week's Just the Tip, we're taking you along with us for 24 hours in Bangkok. In this whirlwind trip we explore the city's rich culture and temples, vibrant street food scene, and give some essential travel tips for navigating the bustling capital. Download our 1 Day Bangkok Itinerary Visit Wandr Health and use promo code TravelSquad10 to get 10% off your made-to-order travel me...

We’re sharing our experience at the Munich Oktoberfest for the very first time! We break down the Munich Oktoberfest tents, the outfits, the food, the giant beers, how to get into the event and how to survive it. Plus some nearby experiences in Munich like visiting Augustiner-Keller, the Oldest Brewery & Biergarten in Munich. Check out our Munich Viator Shop to see the activities we recommend...

On this week's Just the Tip, we giving you 11 things to do BEFORE you leave for vacation to ensure you have a smooth, collected, and beautiful vacation. We always do these things to prepare for a trip in the days leading up to taking off to make our trips more enjoyable. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Shop: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trip Itineraries⁠⁠⁠...

This week's Travel Tuesday is taking you along for a party weekend in Nashville - the country music capital of the world! We share the ebest bars and honky tonks, where to eat in Nashville, and other things to do in this fun and exciting city on your weekend visit. Here are some of the best things to do in Nashville on a weekend birthday trip! Robert’s Honky Tonk Heaven Tootsies Aldeans Honky...

On this week's Just the Tip, we're breaking down another good travel credit card. If you fly Alakas Airlines or have some trips coming up where Alaska might be a good airline to take, then listen to this episode for the points, perks, and how to use it to your advantage. We have many other episodes Reviewing Credit Cards , so if Alaska isn't for you, check out our other breakdowns. - -...

On this week's Travel Flashback Episode, come with us on a week long trip to Greece exploring ancient ruins in Athens, beach clubs and nightlife in Mykonos, and the luxurious experiences Santorini has to offer. We share Greece travel tips, the route to take, the must dos in Greece you have to experience on your trip, and share why Greece is one of Kim's top 3 favorite places in the world....

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In this episode we spent four days in Cabo relaxing on the beach, adventuring out onto the water, sightseeing, and enjoying the amazing cuisine. On this trip we did the classic Cabo Arch tour and a whale watching tour that was amazing and we saw multiple kinds of whales and other sea life. See the tours we did and others we considered in our Cabo Viator Shop . Episode Highlights: Visiting Medano B...