Travel Squad Podcast

Venice, Italy - What to See, Eat & Do

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve been to Venice a couple times and we love wandering the narrows streets and waterways and eating and drinking our way around the bridges and c...

Bathrooms Around The World

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 140 is taking you inside the good, the great, the bad and ugly of bathroom experiences around the world. You know we can’t do an episode wit...

Everything You Need to Know About Cruising

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks episode we are giving you a Travel Throwback to one of our previous episodes, Episode 6: Everything You Need to Know About Cruising. Thi...

The Ultimate National Parks in California List

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 138 is taking you to all nine of California’s amazing national parks! Each park offers something so different - the hottest place in the wor...

The Best Time to Visit Zion National Park is NOW!

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks episode we are giving you a Travel Throwback to one of our previous episodes, Episode 97: The Incredible Zion National Park, Everything ...

Tulum Vacation: The Best Cenotes, Ruins, and Things to Do

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 136 is taking you on our Tulum vacation where we spent a full week exploring the best cenotes in Tulum, walking ancient Mayan ruins in Tulum, ...

10 Best Places to Visit in Summer

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks episode we are giving you a Travel Throwback to one of our previous episodes, Episode 85: 10 Amazing Places to Visit in Summer. This epi...

Top Things to Do in Austin, TX

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering all the fun things to do in Austin! We keep it weird as we travel to Austin Texas with stories and adventures from two separate tri...

Arches & Canyonlands National Parks in Utah

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks episode giving you a Travel Throwback to one of our previous episodes, Episode 78: Arches & Canyonlands National Park. These two par...

Things to do in Guanajuato

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 132 is all about Guanajuato travel! Guanajuato is an artsy, colorful town in Mexico. There are so many fun things to do in Guanajuato Mexico t...

Hilarious and Horrifying Bad Travel Etiquette Stories

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks episode we are giving you a Travel Throwback to one of our previous episodes, Episode 87: Hilarious and Horrifying Bad Travel Etiquette ...

13 Beautiful Spring Travel Destinations

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

 Episode 130 is giving you the top 13 places to visit this spring after being cooped up all winter long! Here are the top 13 places to visit this...

13 Beautiful Beaches in San Diego

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks episode we are giving you a Travel Throwback to one of our previous episodes, Episode 86: 13 Beautiful Beaches in San Diego. The Squad i...

Top Tips For Traveling As A Couple

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 128 is for the twosomes! Whether you're a couple in love, or a couple of friends, this week's episode is giving all of our best tips for trave...

11 Beautiful National Parks for Non-Hikers

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 127 is giving you a Travel Throwback to one of our previous episodes, Episode 72: 11 Beautiful National Parks for Non-Hikers. The Squad is sti...

First Time Visit to London England

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’re bringing you a whole episode dedicated to what to do in London. We visited for the first time on a three-day trip and packaged as much as we c...

Sight Seeing Yellowstone National Park

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 125 is giving you a Travel Throwback to one of our previous episodes, Sight Seeing Yellowstone National Park. In America’s first and most ic...

Long Weekend Trip to Maui

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 124 is taking you on a beach vacation to the beautiful island of Maui, Hawaii. We spent a long weekend here, and as always, jam packed it with...

Hiking Grand Teton Nationl Park

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Grand Teton National Park, located in northwestern Wyoming just south of Yellowstone, is one of the most scenic and serene national parks in the U.S. ...

5 Epic Road Trips You Should Take

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 121 is laying out 5 amazing road trip routes for you to plan your next car adventure in America! We love a good road trip as long as Jamal is ...

Navigating Florida's Three National Parks

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we are giving you a Travel Throwback to an earlier episode on Navigating Florida’s Three National Parks. Were taking you on an adven...

10 Places To Visit In California

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 120 is exploring the sunshine state, our home state of California with 10 amazing places you’ll want to visit. Travel Itineraries on Sale N...

How to Plan a Trip and Save Money on Travel

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 119 we are giving you a Travel Throwback to one of our early episodes, Episode 17: How to Plan a Trip and Save Money on Travel. The Squad i...

12 International Travel Destinations To Visit By Month in 2022

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 118 is inspiring international travel with our top recommendation for every month of the year. Travel Itineraries on Sale Now! We now have ei...

2021 Travel Adventures

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 117 is reflecting on the hear of travel we had in 2021 and giving a sneak peek at a few plans we have for the new year.

12 National Parks To Visit By Month in 2022

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 116 is filling up your travel calendar for 2022 with the best national park to visit for every month of the year!

Danube River Cruise at Christmas

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 115 is taking you on a romantic cruise along the Danube River! This is the second longest river in Europe, on this leg we cruise through Budap...

21 Travel Hacks by Frequent Travelers

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 114 is giving you 21 quick hacks to really fuck ‘em hard on your next trip! Travel hacks are great for getting free grades, saving money on ...

Top 10 Winter Destinations to Escape or Enjoy the Cold

30 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 113 is giving you the top 10 places to visit this winter if you want to be a snow bunny and enjoy crispy temperatures or if you want to escape...

The Hottest Things to Do in Miami

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 112 is taking you to the spicy city of Miami with the hottest things to see and do in this Southern Florida beach city. In this episode we tel...

Birthday Trips Ideas to Celebrate Your Special Day

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 111 is celebrating Kim’s birthday with an episode dedicated to some of the best trips we’ve taken for our birthdays and recommending desti...

13 Delicious Brunch Hot Spots in San Diego

09 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 110 is bringing you 13 amazing brunch spots in San Diego, CA. Our hometown knows how to do brunch right and every weekend you can find a ton o...

8 Seriously Amazing Days Traveling in Ecuador

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 109 is sharing our 8-day guided tour through Ecuador with Gate1 Travel! Postponed due to COVID, we finally got to have our first international...

15 Gift Ideas for Travelers (2021 Edition)

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 108 is getting you ready for the holiday season! We give you 15 great gift ideas for the fellow traveler in your life! On this list we have tr...

17 Travel Hacks that Will Make You A Better Traveler

19 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 107 is dedicated to #travelhacks. We are self-proclaimed ‘expert’ travelers and are giving you our best travel tips, hacks, and advice for...

The Best Parts of Living in Spain as an American Expat FT. Lindsay W

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 106 is an interview with Lindsay Woychick, a U.S. expat living in Spain,  on all things Spain! The Travel Squad has not yet been to Spain...

Conquering Utah's Mighty 5 National Parks

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 105 is covering Utah’s Mighty 5 National Parks. In this episode we share the best hikes to do,  things to see and tips for exploring Zion N...

New England Fall Foliage Weekend

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're going on a seasonal trip to New England. In this episode we use Boston, Massachusetts as our home base to explore all the fall foliage and s...

11 Cool Day Trips From Las Vegas

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're taking you to 11 amazing places to visit just outside of Las Vegas, NV. whether you want  a day trip to get away from the strip for a few h...

Interview with the Creators of Here and Now Travel

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 102 is a fun interview with Alex and Elise, owners and creators of the young professionals small group travel company: Here and Now Travel. Al...

5 Places to Visit in Baja California, Mexico

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 101 is taking you just south of the Southern U.S. border into Baja California, Mexico for 5 cool places to visit just a short drive away. We l...

East Coast Adventures in Williamsburg, DC, Delaware, and Ocean City

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 100 is a special East Coast trip using Williamsburg, Virginia as our hub to explore Virginia, Washington D.C., Rehoboth Beach, Delaware and Oc...

The Latest News in Travel You'll Want to Know

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 99 is covering the latest headlines in travel news and sharing a few of the best deals to save on your next trip. In this episode we talk abou...

Our Best Travel Recommendations, Tips & Advice

17 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 98 is celebrating our two year podcast anniversary by giving you all of our very best travel tips, hacks, and recommendations. In this episode...

The Incredible Zion National Park, Everything You Need to Know

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 97 is all about the amazing Zion National Park in Utah. This is one of America’s most popular parks, absolutely gorgeous with some of the co...

Riding Mules and Hiking at Extremely High Altitudes in Peru

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 96 is taking us back to a fun interview the Travel Squad did on the Ashley P Travels Podcast. In this fun episode we share stories from hiking...

Ultimate List of Hiking Products You Need

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 95 is the ultimate list of hiking products you need if you love hiking as much as we do! We’ve linked our top recommendations from Amazon in...

Wild Adventures in Shenandoah & New River Gorge National Parks

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 94 is a fun one! We’re exploring Shenandoah National Park and New River Gorge National Park - the newest national park in the United States....

Travel Memories to Travel Business FT. Erika & Shane from Travel Stamps

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 93 is an interview with two people we’ve been dying to talk to - Erika and Shane, the father/daughter brains behind Travel Stamps. We are ob...

Highlights of Mammoth Cave National Park & Nashville

06 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 92 is a weekender in true Travel Squad style. We fly to Nashville for a honky tonk good time on Broadway, southern food, and a day trip to the...

How to Afford & Make Family Travel Possible FT. Connected Family Travel

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 91 is for the aspiring traveling families out there. In this episode we interview special guests Mandi and Garrett from Connected Family Trave...

California is Reopen! [News Stories & Travel Deals]

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 90 is announcing the reopening of California! Today we’re bringing you the top headlines in California travel and tempting you to come visit...

7 Must-Sees in Capitol Reef National Park

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 89 is taking you on a quick weekend trip to Capitol Reef National Park in Utah. In this episode we tell you the best hikes to go on, the most ...

Hiking & Backpacking 101 ft. Hiking With Britt

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 88 features another San Diego local and expert on the hiking scene. Hiking with Britt joins the squad to share her favorite trails around San ...

Hilarious and Horrifying Bad Travel Etiquette Stories

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 87 is a fun one! We’re sharing stories from our trips of some of the worst travel etiquette and giving you tips on being a better traveler. ...

13 Beautiful Beaches in San Diego

25 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 86 is highlighting some of the best beaches in our hometown, San Diego, California. With over 70 miles of coastline in San Diego, there’s a ...

10 Amazing Places to Visit in Summer

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 85 is a roundup of the best summer season destinations, just in time to plan and book the trip for summer 2021! In this episode we highlight s...

St. John U.S. Virgin Islands (Part 2)

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Travel to the US Virgin Islands, particularly St John island from St Thomas to continue your US Virgin Islands vacation with a trip to the national pa...

Announcements + Travel & Mental Health

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 83 is announcing some major Travel Squad Podcast news! We’re changing the format of our podcast to include traveler and travel business owne...

Vacationing in St. Thomas U.S. Virgin Islands

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 82 is going to the Caribbean with a week long St. Thomas vacation! St Thomas is beautifully located in the U.S. Virgin Islands and is one of t...

A Weekend in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Weekend Hiking Trip to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National ParksIn episode #5 we go on our first weekend road trip! This weekend road trip from San Dieg...

Ultimate Solo Female Travel Guide

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 80 is bringing you the 11 best tips for solo female travel from the expert. Zeina spent her early 20s traveling through Europe and living in L...

Hotel, Airbnb, Hostel or Timeshare - What's Better?

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 79 is here to settle the debate one and for all: Is it better to stay in an Airbnb, a hotel, a hostel, or a timeshare? In this episode we go o...

Arches & Canyonlands National Parks in Utah

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 78 is taking you on a trip to two of Utah’s Mighty 5 National Parks - Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park. These two parks ar...

Wine Tasting in Valle de Guadalupe

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Travel Squad Podcast, we’re taking you to Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico’s hidden wine country paradise just south of the U.S. ...

Traveling While Working on a Cruise Ship ft. Ashley P Travels

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 76 is bringing you a very special guest, Ashley from Ashley P Travels. Ashley spent several years working on a cruise ship and in this episode...

7-Day Adventure in Kauai

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We spent a week in Kauai and we’re sharing the must-see hikes, views and experiences!! We share all the things to do, what is worth the entrance fee...

10 Caribbean Islands to Love

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 74 is going tropical with our ten favorite places to travel to in the Caribbean. Whether it’s a cruise or your going to the Caribbean for a ...

Hiking Energy in Sedona, AZ

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 73 is taking you on an energetic weekender in Sedona, Arizona to some of the best hikes in Sedona and best places to visit in Sedona. This maj...

11 Beautiful National Parks for Non-Hikers

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 72 is for the non-hikers out there! America’s national parks have so much natural beauty to take in, and much of it you can see and enjoy wi...

Laughing at Travel Mishaps

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 71 is talking about the less glamorous sides of travel and when things don’t go as planned. Whether it’s being cheap and missing out on on...

11 Most Romantic Travel Destinations

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We’re getting romantic with 11 places to visit in the U.S. and worldwide that give off major love vibes. This episode comes just in time for Valenti...

Hiking North Cascades & Glacier National Parks

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this continuation of our epic Washington and Montana road trip, we’re taking you to two jaw-droppingly scenic and lesser-visited gems in the U.S....

Mount Rainier & Olympic National Parks in Washington

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Travel Squad Podcast, we’re taking you on a breathtaking journey through two of Washington State’s most iconic national par...

Perks of Travel Credit Cards

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 67 is diving into some of the most popular travel credit cards. In this episode we talk about travel perks credit cards offer including points...

Lake Tahoe Travel Guide for Winter and Summer

05 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We’re taking you to the iconic mountain town of Lake Tahoe and sharing the best things to do in Lake Tahoe and the places you have to visit year rou...

2020 Trips + How to Travel Safely

29 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 65 is wrapping up a crazy year of travel. Despite a pandemic we visited three countries, 11 states and 11 national parks and hit some major ac...

5 Days in Belize - Where to Go and What To Do

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're going international with a trip to Belize! Our friend Nicole joins as our guest on this episode to talk about this trip to Belize. The duo s...

How to Stay Healthy While Traveling

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 63 is here to keep you healthy while on the road! This year we have talked more about health and traveling - or not traveling - than ever befo...

10 Fun Day Trips from San Diego

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 62 is encouraging you to explore your own backyard. We’re sharing 10 amazing places within driving distance of San Diego for a quick day tri...

Touring Saguaro & Petrified Forest National Parks

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 61 is taking you to Arizona to Saguaro and Petrified Forest National Parks. These are two amazing desert parks that don’t require a lot of h...

Tips for Travelling as a Group

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 60 is all our best tips for traveling as a group. In this episode we share stories from our trips as the Travel Squad, as well as experiences ...

Austin Local Recommendations with Exploring Amanda

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 59 is a special guest interview with Amanda from Exploring Amanda. She is an Austin, Texas local with some great insider’s recommendations o...

The Best Things to Do in Sacramento, CA

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're going back to our roots in Northern California! We spent years  exploring our state capitol, so we’re giving all the highlights of Sacram...

Sight Seeing Yellowstone National Park

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 57 picks up where we left off last week in Grand Teton National Park and continues onto three days in Yellowstone National Park. In America’...

Hiking Grand Teton National Park

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Grand Teton National Park, located in northwestern Wyoming just south of Yellowstone, is one of the most scenic and serene national parks in the U.S. ...

20 Cool Gift Ideas for Travelers

19 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 55 is getting you ready for the holiday season! We give you 20 great gift ideas for the fellow traveler in your life! On this list we have thi...

The Beautiful Island of Palawan, Philippines

13 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 54 is going international with a trip to the tropical island of Palawan in the Philippines. This gorgeous Pacific island has turquoise clear w...

Top 10 National Parks You'll Love

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 53 is all about national parks! We are naming the 10 national parks we LOVE and know you’ll love to! In this episode we also announce the la...

Top 13 Tacos in San Diego

29 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 52 is all about tacos! With San Diego being on the border with Mexico you know it’s going to have an abundance of amazing tacos. When visiti...

How to Take the Best Road Trip Ever!

22 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 51 is your ultimate guide to having the best road trip ever! Road trips are so in right now and so is exploring your own backyard. Since COVID...

Top 20 Travel Tips

15 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 50 is a fun episode of the top 20 travel questions we have been asked! We’re giving our tips and secrets for saving money on travel, advice ...

Navigating Florida's Three National Parks

08 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Were taking is all is taking you on an adventure of Florida’s three national parks: Everglades National Park, Biscayne National Park, and Dry Tortug...

San Francisco's Coolest Things to See and Do

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're sharing all the best things to see and do in San Francisco, California. This iconic American city has so much history, personality, and fun ...

How to Eat Healthy While Traveling

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 47 is busting the myth that a vacation has to throw off your diet. Yes, you want to try the local cuisine, and indulge a little, but if you’...

Top Products Every Traveler Needs

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 46 is all about our favorite travel products. These are things we use on the road on the go that make our lives so much easier while on the go...

Exploring Big Island Hawai’i

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We took a five day Big Island, Hawaii vacation right before quarantine hit and the world shut down. Five days is not a lot of time, considering it inc...

The Best Things to Eat in the Middle East

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 44 is going to make you hungry! We’re talking all about middle eastern food! Isn’t one of the best things about travel, trying all the ama...

Traveling Through Japan - Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, and Hiroshima (Part 2)

28 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks episode we are giving you a Travel Throwback to one of our most popular episodes, Episode 43: Traveling Through Japan – Kyoto, Osaka, ...

Tokyo Japan Things to See and Do [Part 1 of 2]

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 42 is a two-part episode starting in Tokyo, Japan! The squad spent 14 days traveling through Japan, eating ramen and sushi, sightseeing, and e...