Breaking down the pros and cons of the most popular Hawaiian islands so you can decide which one is best to visit for the vacation your are looking to have. Find a great flight deal to any of these Hawaiian Islands by signing up for Thrifty Traveler Premium and watching the daily flight deals (points […]

Today we’re sharing our most recent cruise experience!  In July Kim took a family cruise! The 7-day Mexican Riviera Carnival cruise out left of Long Beach, going to Cabo, Puerto Vallarta, and Mazatlan. This was Kim’s third cruise, and second Carnival cruise taking this exact same route. Joining her on this cruise were six family […]

Special guests Melissa and Scott from Sunshine Travelers Podcast join the show to talk all things Caribbean – what islands and countries to visit, how to save money on Caribbean travel and which places you can skip. We also talk about their show, traveling as a married couple, and immersing yourself into the local culture […]

Today we’re sharing why China, Slovenia, and Ecuador are 3 underrated countries we highly recommend you visit! We absolutely loved these countries! Coincidentally, we did these three trips through Gate 1 Travel Tours – absolutely not sponsored! Whether you travel with Gate 1, with another tour company, or independently, you will be sure to enjoy […]

We spent a fall weekend in Cherry Log, GA, the cute Blue Ridge Mountain town known for its wineries, apple orchards, amazing fried apple pies(!!!) and it’s gorgeous fall colors during the autumn season. The best way to do Cherry Log is in a cabin and we stayed in the most gorgeous fall cabin in […]

The Driskill is a historic hotel located in downtown Austin, Texas. Opened in 1886, it is one of the oldest operating hotels in Texas and a significant landmark in the city. The hotel was built by Colonel Jesse Driskill, a wealthy cattle baron who wanted to create a luxurious hotel to showcase his success and […]

Today we’re sharing our top travel safety tips to be cautious and overly prepared for what can go wrong while traveling.  Check out our other travel safety episodes. Travel Safety Tips – Episode Transcript 0:35 And get ready to embark on a new adventure with us around the globe. Hey, Squatty’s Travel Squad Podcast is […]

This week we’re sharing all the best things to see and do in the classical city of Kyoto, Japan. We share tips for visiting Kyoto, where to stay in Kyoto, how to get around, and the top attractions. Plus we share why Kyoto is the perfect hub to also visit Nara and Hiroshima. Where to […]

This week we are sharing 5 quick tips to save money on flights, the sneaky way! Check out our other travel tips and money saving hacks! Tips to Save Money on Flights – Episode Transcript 0:35 Travel Squad podcast is back with Just the tip, our new Friday mini episode series where we give you […]

In this episode, we take you along an epic three-day road trip to see gorgeous Oregon waterfalls. Yes, this entire trip is dedicated solely to chasing waterfalls. This entire trip was planned around waterfalls in Oregon big and small. The Pacific Northwest gets so much rain and is a land of vast lush greenery which […]

Get to know the hosts behind the podcasts! Way back in our podcast archive we have an episode introducing ourselves, sharing how we all met, what inspired us to start traveling, and giving you other bits of backstory on us to help you all get to know us. Since then we have had so much […]

We’re revealing the top 10 things you need to pack to ensure your trips go smoothly. These are things we always pack to make traveling more smooth, comfortable, and fun. 10 Things You Need to Pack Like an All Star Traveler – Episode Transcript 0:54 Today we’re sharing our Top 10 things that you Need […]

In this episode of the Travel Squad Podcast, we’re taking you to Berchtesgaden, Germany, a hidden gem nestled in the Bavarian Alps along the Austrian border. This charming town is known for its stunning alpine scenery, pristine lakes, and rich history—including Hitler’s infamous Eagle’s Nest. We share all the must-do activities, essential travel tips, and […]

We’re sharing the best travel tips to save time and money when planning and traveling in 2024. We know you all have “travel more” as a new years resolution and we’re here to help by sharing some of the best ways to get more out of your trip duration and your dollar to see and […]

This is a  fun one! The squad surprises each other with a Q&A session. Listen live as we hear the questions for the first time, recount hilarious stories, and reveal travel mishaps that have never been revealed before. If you’re looking for a good laugh, this is the episode for you Travel Squad Podcast Q&A […]

The best places to visit in 2022 looking back were Uganda, Savannah, Cabo, and finally Breckenridge. We’re recapping all the best trips we took this year and previewing some of the trips we have planned for 2023 and some of the podcast plans we’ll be bringing you in the new year! In 2022 we managed […]

We’re taking you on a Big Sur road trip from San Diego up the Hwy 1 through the best things to see in Big Sur. What is Big Sur? A coastal stretch of Hwy 1 in California with iconic rugged edge of the cliff views of the crashing ocean and waterfalls below. It’s a gorgeous […]

Cruise vacations are SO much fun! We live for a good 3-7 day cruise on an ocean liner or on an amazing river cruise.  We answer all of your top questions in this episode including, “how much are cruises?” and “which vacation to go on a cruise?” We have had some really fun times on […]

We’re taking you on an adventure through the three wild and beautiful Florida national parks. Boat rides with alligators, snorkeling with sea turtles, diving and swimming in the ocean are all things you can do at the national parks in Florida. Florida’s three national parks are all within driving distance of each other so you […]

We are sharing how to plan a trip and save money along each step of the way, so you can do more within your budget! We give you our best trip planning tips and money saving hacks, and we have a lot of them! We take you step-by-step through our process for researching, booking, and […]

Reflecting on our travel stories from 2021 and giving a sneak peek at a few plans we have for travel in 2022. Despite the craziness with travel we managed to visit two  2 countries, 15 states, and 8 national parks. Countries: Mexico, Ecuador States: Tennessee, Kentucky, Texas, Colorado, Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, Utah, Nevada, […]

We’re bringing you 13 of the best brunch in San Diego, CA. Our hometown knows how to do brunch right and every weekend you can find a ton of great places to have brunch in San Diego in every neighborhood. With so many unique neighborhoods and so much good food it can be hard to […]

Inspiring a year of global travel with our best international destination recommendation for every month of the year. We give you the best place to visit outside of the U.S. for each month of the year including the weather you can expect, sights to see, things to do, and the reason that month is the […]