Bavarian Alpine Adventures: Exploring Berchtesgaden, Germany
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 even take you on a day trip across the border to Salzburg, Austria!Highlights of Berchtesgaden Include: Exploring & Hiking in Berchtesgaden National Park King's Lake Ferry Boat Tour Lake Konigssee Hitler's Eagles Nest/Kehlsteinhaus Jennerbahn Mountain Gondolas Rothbach Waterfall Saint Bartholoma Church Wimbachklamm Waterfalls Berchtesgaden Salt MineHighlights of Salzburg Include: Strolling the Old City of Salzburg Mozart's Birthplace Mozart's House Mirabell Palace & Gardens Dwarf Garden Love Lock Bridge Hohensalzburg Fortress Salzburg Cathedral St. Peter's AbbeyWhile in Berchtesgaden, we stayed in two hotels. The first was Hotel Hanauerlehen, and Hotel Konigssee. Hotel Hanauerlehen is located close to city center, but on an isolated hilltop that gives breathtaking views of thesurrounding mountains, while Hotel Konigssee is right along the lakefront of Lake Konigssee and in the centerand heart of the town. If you have more time to spend in the area, take a look at these additional recommended activities to do in Berchtesgaden & Salzburg via Viator.If you want to hear more about the area and our adventures in Germany, be sure to listen to our Munich Oktoberfest episode that goes along with this trip.Since this is an international trip, make sure you can stay connected and access internet and data on the cheap with Airalo. Airalo is an E-Sim instant download that allows you to avoid the high costs of accessing internet and data with your home country cell provider while traveling internationally. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------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.
26 Maalis 20241h 12min
Traveling Through Japan - Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, and Hiroshima (Part 2 of 2)
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, Nara, and Hiroshima [Part 2 of 2] The squad spent 14 days traveling through Japan and created a 14 day Japan Travel Guide for you! We tell you all the Japanese attractions we saw, travel hacks & tips for getting around Japan without a car or flying, and all the delicious Japanese cuisine we ate along the way. Explore our Japan Viator Shop for experiences for all of the tours we did + more we couldn't fit into our schedule! In this episode we cover: Tips for traveling throughout Japan Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Arashiyama Monkey Park Kinkakuji Temple Nishiki Market Walking the Streets of the Gion Geisha Distric Nara Park Kasuga-taisha Shrine Fushimi Inari-taisha Hiroshima The floating shrine, aka Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island Kuromonichiba Market in Osaka Dontonburi area We recommend staying at our favorite hotel in Kyoto and using Kyoto as a base and taking day trips to Nara, Osaka, Hiroshima and Miyajima. Make sure to listen to Part 1 of the Japan episode series too - Tokyo! For more resources on Japan check our Japan blog page! This episode is an "oldie but goodie" and features OG Squad member Zeina. Japan is an amazing country and one of The Squad's favorite countries we’ve ever visited on our epic travels. Japan continues to be one of the more popular tourist destinations worldwide and our Travel Squad Itinerary best seller, so we feel it's a great time to re-launch this episode to inspire you to visit this amazing country. The sites to see and tips on navigating provided in this episode never become old or outdated, and that is why we know you will love and appreciate this Throwback Episode! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 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.
19 Maalis 20241h 7min
First Time at Oktoberfest & Why You Should Plan Now
We’re sharing our experience at the Munich Oktoberfest for the very first time! We break down the Munich Oktoberfest tents, the outfits, the food, the giant beers, how to get into the event and how to survive it. Plus some nearby experiences in Munich like visiting Augustiner-Keller, the Oldest Brewery & Biergarten in Munich. Check out our Munich Viator Shop to see the activities we recommend so you can see more of Germany when you come for this epic event. For this trip we also booked the Neuschwanstein Castle Tour from Munich, took a half day trip to Dachau Concentration Camp, stayed in a convenient Munich Hotel, and purchased this eSIM from Airalo. We also brought our trusty collapsible water bottle and a travel umbrella. Special thanks to our partner Thrifty Traveler Premium! Get $10 off your first year subscription with promo code TS10.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Shop: Amazon Storefront and Travel ItinerariesConnect: 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.
12 Maalis 20241h 12min
Tokyo, Japan: Things To Do & See, And How To Navigate in 2024
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 enjoying all the attractions this amazing country has to offer. In episode 42 we cover: -Japan travel tips -Sensoji Temple -Tokyo Tower -Hedgehog cafe - Shibuya crossing - Ginza District - Mt Fuji Lake Ashi - Imperial Palace Grounds - Harajuku area - Michelin star ramen - Disneyland Tokyo -Disneyland Tokyo Sea If you want to take this same itinerary, download our detailed 14 day Japan Guide, which includes travel tips for Japan, a packing list, links to all activities we did in Japan including alternative activities, and a day by day breakdown of the 14 day trip. Find recommended activities in our Japan Experience's Viator Shop, including the amazing all day tour to Mt Fuji and Hakone. Stay tuned for part two next week we're continuing through Japan trip into Kyoto, Osaka and Hiroshima. For more resources on Japan check our Japan blog page! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 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.
5 Maalis 20241h 27min
How to Enjoy Austin's SXSW Fun & Festivities for Free
Austin, TX comes alive in March for the 10-day conference/festival/city takeover that is South by Southwest. In this episode we break down what exactly this event is, how to travel in Austin during the 10-days and how to go to events for free, plus we share tons of tips for enjoying all the free drinks, food, live music, activations, and entertainment in the city during this special time.Austin hotels we recommend:The LINE Hotel - Great location and view of the lake and batsHotel Van Zandt - Great rooftop pool vibesThe Downright Hotel - Cute pink, fun decor and a great pool vibe.Lake Austin Spa Resort - All-inclusive wellness resort on the Lake, it is absolutely amazing! You can also book a spa day, see our Lake Austin Spa Review before you go!Check out fun things to do in Austin that we recommend on Viator. These are perfect if you don’t have a car or want to have some unique experiences on this trip.—---------------------------------------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.
27 Helmi 202430min
10 Best National Parks for Sightseeing & Non-Hiking Adventures in 2024
In this Travel Tuesday Flashback Episode we are bringing you another full list of iconic national parks without hiking to see and enjoy. We love an “easy day” of 12 mile hikes to reach peak summit views as much as the next person, but sometimes you want to relax and just sightsee in America’s most beautiful natural preserves. Some of these national parks have truly easy trails and overlooks accessible by car or paved paths, or other adventures like snorkeling or white water rafting so you can see it all without a strenuous hike! Here are 10 of the easiest national parks to see without hiking. Haleakala National Park - Hawaii Gateway Arch National Park - Missouri Olympic National Park - Washington Shenandoah National Park - Virginia Mammoth Cave National Park - Kentucky Virgin Islands National Park - USVI Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Tennessee Biscayne National Park - Florida Great Sand Dunes National Park - Indiana New River Gorge National Park - West Virginia - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Trips: New River Gorge Rafting Weekend June 7-10, 2024 and Napa Valley Wine Weekend November 1-4, 2024. Shop: Trip Itineraries, Amazon Storefront and TSP Merch Liquid IV - Use promo code TRAVELSQUADPODCAST for 20% off 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.
20 Helmi 202443min
Falling in Love With Greece - Athens, Mykonos, Santorini
Come with us on a week trip to Greece exploring ancient ruins in Athens, beach clubs and nightlife in Mykonos, and the luxurious experiences Santorini has to offer. We share Greece travel tips, the route to take, the things to do in Greece you have to experience on your trip and share why Greece is one of our top 3 favorite places in the world.See things to do in our Viator Shop with Greece Experiences like theSantoni Luxury Boat Cruise that is all-inclusive with drinks and a 5-course dinner, and the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum Combo PassHighly recommend the Santorini Thirea Suites - The most gorgeous luxury hotel in Oia overlooking the caldera.If you're looking for a flight deal to Greece, we recommend signing up for Thrifty Traveler Premium to get daily flight deals (points & cash) emailed directly to you!- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Shop:Trip Itineraries and Amazon StorefrontConnect:YouTube,TikTok, andInstagramand contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.
13 Helmi 20241h 11min
Our Best Tips For Traveling As A Couple
This weeks Travel Flashback Episode is for the traveling twosomes out there! Whether you're a couple in love, or a couple of friends, this week's episode is giving all of our best tips for traveling as a couple. We cover making both of you happy, how to plan together cohesively without creating friction when there is a difference of opinion, what to do when you want to do different things, and tell stories of some of our best couple trips to inspire you to book yours!
6 Helmi 202445min
