We cannot believe how fast the last 18 months have gone on the road. In this episode, we reflect back on the journey and detail all of the places we have visited so far. The path has been fantastic. We then talk through the last week of traveling which took us to the beautiful city of Tallinn, Estonia for 5 days to enjoy the thriving technology hub of Europe. We enjoyed walking around the walled town and meeting other travelers. Then we discuss our flights from Tallinn to Copenhagen, Denmark to … [Read more...] about Podcast 26: Estonia to Qatar Night Trip (Reflection of 18 Months)
Podcast 25: Free Travel with Pet and House Sits (3 Weeks in Zurich)
Can you imagine having a free place to stay in amazing places like Paris, Tokyo, or Zurich? It is possible by taking care of pets and watching homes for vacationers in cities around the world. Do you need someone to watch your pets when you vacation but hate paying the fees of a kennel or pet sitter? This is a great way to have a responsible, verified person watch your home and take care of your pets for free. We break down all of the facts of pet sitting in this podcast episode. We also talk … [Read more...] about Podcast 25: Free Travel with Pet and House Sits (3 Weeks in Zurich)
Sicily Restaurants (Top 5) That We Can’t Get Out of Our Minds
Everything you have heard about Sicilian food is correct. Sicily is a foodie’s paradise. We loved the Sicily restaurants as we toured around the island. Some top restaurants stood out among the others and we will list them below. First, let's tell you more about why we love Sicily. Sicily pretty much has it all. The island’s landscapes and sights are as diverse as the people and cities. The coastline alternates between sandy beaches, vineyards, mountains, towns, palm trees, and desert and the … [Read more...] about Sicily Restaurants (Top 5) That We Can’t Get Out of Our Minds
Podcast 23: Croatia Island Travel (Yacht Week & 2 More Weeks Exploring)
There are many ways to see the beauty of the Croatia Islands whether it is with a fantastic company like The Yacht Week or on your own schedule using ferries to find the hidden treasures within each island. Hvar, Milna, Vis - they are all worth your time. Croatia is a country of fewer than 5 million people but in the top 20 in tourist destinations around the world because the Adriatic Sea gives a gorgeous setting whether on land or out on the sea. We discuss why we loved Croatia on our first … [Read more...] about Podcast 23: Croatia Island Travel (Yacht Week & 2 More Weeks Exploring)
Podcast 22: Poland – Warsaw, Krakow, Auschwitz (And a Bit of Bucharest, Romania)
Visiting Poland for the first time was educational, entertaining, and a bit heartbreaking. Krakow, Warsaw, and Auschwitz have a history that has been told around the world. Many movies have attempted to depict Polish life in the times of war and uprising. Walking the streets of these cities gave us a better sense of what had been and the bright future that lies ahead. Now Krakow and Warsaw are growing multicultural business hubs that are gaining the investment of global corporations. The … [Read more...] about Podcast 22: Poland – Warsaw, Krakow, Auschwitz (And a Bit of Bucharest, Romania)
Podcast 21: Five Greek Islands We Love (with Tips and Tricks) and 4 Books Reviewed
We have been fortunate to spend time on five beautiful islands of Greece - Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Corfu, and Aegina. The beauty of these Greek Islands does not stop with the fabulous beaches or tasty food. In this podcast episode, we discuss why we enjoyed our time so much and why we highly recommend travelers visiting the islands as well. We share tips and tricks that you need to think about before your visit that can save you time and stress. We also discuss four books that have changed us … [Read more...] about Podcast 21: Five Greek Islands We Love (with Tips and Tricks) and 4 Books Reviewed
Podcast 19: Alicante (Spain) and Our Podcast Production Process
Alicante is a beautiful city along the southeastern coast of Spain. It has an international airport, excellent public transportation, beautiful public beaches, fun nightlife, and plenty of good restaurants. With just a little more than 300,000 people living here, Alicante has so much to do and might be the best coastal city in Spain! We talk about partying during the bonfires of San Juan and enjoying the flamenco dances in El Barrio Viejo. We then discuss our Podcast Production Process and how … [Read more...] about Podcast 19: Alicante (Spain) and Our Podcast Production Process
Podcast 18: Lisbon, Portugal (Our Second Trip to the Romantic & Festive City)
Visiting Lisbon, Portugal for the second year in a row brought us memories for a lifetime. Lisbon is a romantic city that comes alive in June with many festivities. From Bica to Alfama to Bairro Alto - we cover the neighborhoods that we love and the hottest spots in each. Matt talks about one of his favorite travel stories of selling Jello Shots during the St. Anthony’s Day party on the streets of Bica. We then discuss the epic viewpoints, fun local markets, listening to local Fado music, and … [Read more...] about Podcast 18: Lisbon, Portugal (Our Second Trip to the Romantic & Festive City)
Podcast 17: Ireland Road Trip – Lush and Luxury (And how we do laundry)
We had a wonderful time on our road trip adventure around Ireland. We had a chance to see many of the beautiful locations - Belfast, Giant’s Causeway, Old Bushmills Distillery, Cliffs of Moher, Curragh Races, Dublin, and the magnificent Powerscourt Hotel. Thanks to our friends from Indianapolis we had a different type of travel experience, spending time in hotels and living luxuriously in some of the more elegant places in Ireland. It was quite a treat! In this podcast episode, we also discuss … [Read more...] about Podcast 17: Ireland Road Trip – Lush and Luxury (And how we do laundry)
Podcast 16: Sicily and Isle of Man (2 Very Different Island Experiences)
We had the chance to visit two unforgettable island locations in Europe in a two-week span. Spending time in Sicily, Italy with friends gave us an opportunity to understand the deep culture and rich history of the southern island that has been the home to many references throughout our lives. The passion of the people and the fantastic food will be a lifelong memory. Isle of Man, Ireland is a lesser known ‘tax haven’ that sits between the Republic of Ireland and England. It is usually a pretty … [Read more...] about Podcast 16: Sicily and Isle of Man (2 Very Different Island Experiences)