Today, we’ll take you to BACK to Japan, a place that Crystal visited and shared her experiences from. Now we share YOUR hilarious and insightful adventure stories, including mishaps like throwing up in your boss’s wife’s shoes, avoiding canceled flights due to typhoons, and playing the exchange rate game. We also gather practical travel tips […]

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November 5, 2024

Travel Tales and Tips: YOUR Japan Adventures

Dive into the vibrant and enigmatic world of New Orleans as Crystal and Joe are joined by authors Sharon Keating and Christi Keating Sumich, who take us on a journey through the city’s rich (and haunted) cocktail history. In this episode, you’ll learn about iconic drinks such as the Absinthe Frappe and the famous Sazerac […]

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October 29, 2024

Sip Your Way Through New Orleans: A Toast to History and Mystery (SA009)

Today we embark on a spine-tingling journey through America’s most haunted ghost tours. Discover eerie hotspots like New Orleans, Williamsburg, and Charleston, where tales of haunted houses, mysterious tunnels, and historic lantern-lit streets come to life. Along the way, Crystal and Joe delve into their personal ghost tour experiences, sharing memorable costumes from childhood and […]

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October 28, 2024

Our Favorite Ghost Tours, Parades, and Haunted Experiences (SA008)

Why we went to Peru Cheryl has always (like every third person we meet) wanted to go to Machu Picchu, one of the world’s seven wonders. Note from Cheryl–I wrote a report on the Incas in third grade and felt I needed to follow through! How We Decided To Travel When you go someplace as […]

Trip Walkthrough

October 24, 2024

How To Navigate Peru and Chile: Lima and Santiago Through Our Eyes

In week one of this podcast we featured Neighbor Doug from the Stacking Benjamins Show, sharing his story about traveling to Scotland. We asked YOU for stories or tips and you didn’t disappoint us! Today we’ll hear from Gwen, Amanda, and Stephanie about their best and worst moments visiting this beautiful country. Gwen shares stories […]

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October 8, 2024

Scotland: You Weigh In With MORE Great Tips (SA006)

Disney in the Andes? What is that all about? Today Joe recounts his recent South American adventure, exploring iconic destinations like Machu Picchu, Santiago, and Lima. Discover his experience with an Adventures By Disney guided tour. You’ll hear about vibrant destinations like Cusco and Chilean vineyards, as well as incredible culinary experiences, including dining at […]

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October 1, 2024

Unforgettable Disney Magic in the Andes – Journey Through the Heart of Peru and Chile (SA005)

Today, we take you halfway around the world and delve into Crystal’s exhilarating journey to Japan. From the bustling streets of Tokyo and the serene temples of Kyoto to the breathtaking heights of Mount Fuji, you’ll be taken on a tour of Japan’s top destinations. The episode highlights the intricacies of traveling with a friend, […]

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September 24, 2024

Exploring Japan: Tokyo, Kyoto, and Mount Fuji (SA004)

Have you ever felt like you just don’t have enough room for clothing, souvenirs, and your dignity when you travel? Today hosts Crystal Hammond and Joe Saul-Sehy share personal anecdotes about overpacking and underusing items, the advantages of rolling clothes versus laying them flat, and the quirks of packing cubes. They also delve into the […]

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September 17, 2024

Savvy Suitcases: Packing Smart for Your Next Adventure (SA003)

Today Crystal and Joe explore the world of reward points and travel hacking with expert Lee Huffman. The discussion covers the benefits and drawbacks of various credit card reward programs, like the Chase Sapphire Reserve, the perks of having a Southwest Companion Pass, and the value of using portals and dining reward programs. Lee shares […]

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September 15, 2024

Travel Hacking and Maximizing Reward Points with Lee Huffman (SA002)

If you’ve never heard of Great Basin National Park or know nearly nothing about it, you aren’t alone. This is one of the least visited parks in the USA. So imagine how much this unassuming national park took us by surprise! This property is not only home to the oldest trees in the world, but […]

National Parks, Trip Walkthrough

September 12, 2024

Discovering Great Basin, a Hidden Paradise of Ancient Trees, Crystal Lakes, and Starry Skies

We made it to Great Basin National Park!

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