Exploring Big Bend National Park
Big Bend National Park in Texas is the perfect cool-weather destination for star gazing, hiking, and soaking in the hot springs. Nestled in rural Texas, right along the Mexican boarder - this park will surprise and dazzle you, but you'll want to hear these tips for visiting Big Bend National Park before you go, and now is the perfect time to book and plan for it!Download our 3-day Big Bend Itinerary to take this exact same trip! If you have extra time in Big Bend National Park, check out this Float the Canyons of the Rio Grande activity. Episode Highlights: Where to Stay in Big Bend National ParkChisos Mountain Lodge is the only lodging within the National Park (no Wi-Fi), but we stayed at Ten Bits Ranch- a solar ran ranch with a shared cantina/kitchen and dining space. There are plenty of rooms to choose from and all of the rooms have a gas fireplace. There is also a fire pit and BBQ grills you can use and trails on property.Room 1 ( The Bank)Room 2 (The School House)Room 3 (The Gun Room)Room 4 (The General Store)Room 5 (Delmonico’s Steakhouse)Room 6 (Texas Hattery)Room 7 (Ten Bits Gazette)Room 8 (The Court House)Room 9 (Barber Shop)Room 10 (The Mercantile)Room 11 (The Harness Shop)Room 12 (Blacksmith)----------------------------------------------- Shop:Trip Itineraries &Amazon Storefront Connect:YouTube,TikTok, andInstagram and contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.
12 Elo 51min
Reviewing the Amazing Spa World Experience in Houston
On this week's Just the Tip, we're immersing you in an amazing, one-of-a-kind Korean-style spa experience at Spa World in Houston, TX. This relaxing and rejuvenating experience has many different style saunas, pools, relaxation spaces, and serenity rooms + scrubs, treatments, dining, and more entertainment options.We're sharing details on the day spa experience, prices, how much time to spend there, and the best tips for your first visit!- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Shop: Trip Itineraries & Amazon Storefront Connect: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram and contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.
8 Elo 19min
2 Day Glacier Bay National Park Adventure
Ready to explore the raw beauty of Alaska? In this episode, we take you with us to Glacier Bay National Park, one of the most breathtaking and remote national parks in the U.S. We’re sharing everything you need to know: must-see attractions, what’s worth your time and money, and how to experience it all in just a few days.If you want to take this exact trip, you can download our 2 Day Glacier Bay Itinerary. The Glacier Bay itinerary gives travel tips, restaurant and hotel recommendations, links to every activity we booked, packing list, and a day by day itinerary for you to follow. Highlights from this trip include:How to get to Glacier Bay National Park Where to stay in Glacier Bay National Park: Glacier Bay LodgeGetting the most out of the Glacier Bay Visitor CenterSerene hike along the Bartlett River Trail & Forest TrailAn unforgettable Catamaran Glacier Bay Day Tour with incredible wildlife sightings like coastal brown bears, puffins, and whales Seeing the marine life and sea birds at South Marble IslandMesmerizing views of the Margerie & Grand Pacific GlaciersImmersive coastal wildlife spottingFascinating exhibits and ranger talksWhat to pack including this packable backpack Our top hotel picks in Juneau (Gateway to Glacier Bay):Best Western Country Lane InnThe Silverbow InnCountry Inn & Suites by RadissonFind a great flight deal to Alaska by signing up for Thrifty Traveler Premium and watching the daily flight deals (points & cash) that are emailed directly to you! Use our promo code TS10 to get $10 off your first year subscription.—---------------------------------------Shop: Trip Itineraries & Amazon Storefront Connect: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram and contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.
5 Elo 52min
Ranking Every Disney Park In The World
On this week's Just the Tip, we're ranking every Disney Park from Shanghai to Paris and beyond, giving the pros and cons of each park. We're rating each on them and atmosphere, rides and attractions, uniqueness, food and "Disney magic”We're rating each on them on:🎡 Theming & atmosphere🎢 Rides & attractions🍿 Food & dining🌍 Uniqueness✨ Nostalgia & Disney magicWe have hotel recommendations for each of these Disney Parks to make your experience that much more magical!Disneyland (Anaheim, CA) - Disneyland Hotel – A magical, upscale resort right at the entrance of both Disneyland and California Adventure with pools, Disney touches, and spa amenities. Magic Kingdom (Orlando, FL) - Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort – A luxury option with exceptional service, hotel-wide amenities, and direct access to the Magic Kingdom area. Tokyo Disneyland & DisneySea - Disney Ambassador Hotel – A 4-star, art-deco–themed hotel with great reviews and direct access to Tokyo Disney Resort.Shanghai Disneyland - Melia Shanghai Parkside – A highly-rated, upscale hotel less than one mile from Shanghai Disneyland with free parking and excellent guest feedback. Hong Kong Disneyland - Disney’s Hollywood Hotel – A 4-star Disney-themed hotel located right at Hong Kong Disneyland ResortDisneyland Paris - Disneyland Hotel - Located directly above the entrance gates to Disneyland Paris, this luxurious 5-star hotel offers unmatched convenience and Disney magic.Find great flight deals to cities near these Disney parks by signing up for Thrifty Traveler Premium and watching the daily flight deals (points & cash) that are emailed directly to you! Use our promo code TS10 to get $10 off your first year subscription.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Shop: Trip Itineraries & Amazon Storefront Connect: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram and contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.
1 Elo 29min
Kenai Fjords National Park in 2 Days by Land & Sea
In this episode, we embark on our unforgettable 2-day journey through Kenai Fjords National Park, one of Alaska’s most awe-inspiring landscapes. After spending the first night in Anchorage and arriving in Seward to kick off Day 1 with scenic stops and a glacier hike, Day 2 dives even deeper into the heart of the park’s raw, untouched wilderness by boat.Today’s adventure takes you beyond the land trails and onto the water with a breathtaking fjord cruise into the Northwestern Fjord. You'll glide past towering sea cliffs, drift among icebergs, and witness up-close calving glacier experiences that truly showcase why this park is a gem of the Alaskan coast. Expect to see puffins, sea otters, harbor seals, porpoises, & whales in their natural habitat. We also give you the inside scoop on where to eat in Seward, tips on timing your cruise to avoid crowds, and advice on how to wrap up your Kenai Fjords trip on a high note. With just two days to explore, we’ve packed this itinerary with the best the park has to offer without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.Highlights We Covered:How to get to Kenai Fjords National Park from AnchorageWhere to eat & drink in Seward: Tidewater Taphouse & Stoney Creek BrewHouse, Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor CenterHarding Icefield TrailNorthwestern Fjord Cruise with Major Marine Tours including wildlife sightings and landscapes like Spire’s Cove, Cataract Cove, and 3 Tidewater Glaciers Our top recommendations for hotels in Seward:Harbor 360 Hotel Breeze InnSeward Hotels Trailhead LodgingWhat to Bring:Packable backpack Crampons Hiking PolesDramaminePower BankExplore our Kenai Fjords Viator Experiences for tours, excursions, and even those we wished we had time for!If you want to take this exact trip, you can download our Kenai Fjords 2 day itinerary for travel tips, restaurant and hotel recommendations, links to every activity we booked, packing list, and a day by day itinerary for you to follow.Looking for cheap flights to Alaska? Sign up for Thrifty Traveler Premium and get flight deals sent straight to your inbox. Use promo code TS10 to save $10 off your first year. Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave us a review if you love adventure travel as much as we do!—---------------------------------------Shop: Trip Itineraries & Amazon Storefront Connect: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram and contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.
29 Heinä 59min
Booking Business Class Flights with Points Made Easy
On this week's Just The Tip Travel Flashback Episode, Jamal shares the best tips and strategies for using points to book BUSINESS CLASS flights so you can have a luxurious flying experience, for free!In this episode, Jamal mentions Thrifty Traveler as our preferred go-to source for flight deals using points. Go to thriftytraveler.com/premium and use promo code TS10 to get $10 off your first year of the premium subscription to access red-hot business class flight deals sent directly to your email.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Shop: Trip Itineraries & Amazon Storefront Connect: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram and contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.
25 Heinä 12min
Epic Iceland: Reykjavik, Waterfalls, Glaciers, Golden Circle and South Coast Highlights
In this week's Travel Flashback Episode of the Travel Squad Podcast, we take you on an unforgettable journey through the land of fire and ice —beautiful Iceland. Tune in to hear our experiences, tips, and recommendations for making the most of your Icelandic adventure.Download our Summer Iceland Road Trip Itinerary so you can replicate this adventure!In this this episode we cover: Tips for visiting Iceland in summerThings to do & see in ReykjavikThingvellir National Park & Silfra Fissure Snorkel The best waterfalls to see in Iceland including Skogafoss What to do in Vik & Iceland's South CoastWhere to see Puffins on Iceland's South Coast Diamond Beach & Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon Things to do on Reykjanes Peninsula Sky Lagoon Hotels we stayed at:Hotel Viking - near Reykjavik Vik Cottages in Vik Fosshotel near the Glacier Lagoon201 Hotel - near Reykjavik Check out our Iceland Experiences Viator list for all the tours we did + more we couldn't fit into our schedule!- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Shop: Trip Itineraries and Amazon Storefront Connect: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram and contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.
22 Heinä 1h 31min
5 Magical Places in the Pacific Northwest
On this week’s Just The Tip we’re taking you on a quick journey through 5 magical spots in the Pacific Northwest. From secret beaches and misty rainforests to glacier-carved peaks and waterfall hikes, this episode is packed with jaw-dropping nature, hilarious travel mishaps, and must-visit gems in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. Perfect for road trippers, nature lovers, and weekend wanderers.PNW hotels we recommend:Brookings, OR - Hotels: Beach Front Inn or Ocean Suites Hotel North Cascades National Park - North Cascades Inn, Mt. Baker Hotel or Washington Itinerary, or North Cascades National Park EpisodeBoise, Idaho - The Avery Hotel or Hotel RenegadeSilver Falls State Park, OR - The Grand Hotel or Holman Riverfront Park HotelHoh Rainforest, Olympic National Park - Red Lion Hotel Port Angeles Harbor or Aircrest MotelA few other resources to help your trip planning:North Cascades National Park EpisodeBoise EpisodeOregon Waterfalls Episode Oregon Waterfalls ItineraryOlympic National Park EpisodeWashington ItinerarySign up for our newsletter! Find a great flight deal to Portland or Seattle by signing up for Thrifty Traveler Premium and watching the daily flight deals (points & cash) that are emailed directly to you! Use our promo code TS10 to get $10 off your first year subscription.—---------------------------------------Shop: Trip Itineraries & Amazon Storefront Connect: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram and contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.Contains affiliate links, thanks for supporting Travel Squad Podcast!
18 Heinä 14min
