8 Days Touring Morocco
In this week’s episode of the Travel Squad Podcast, we take you on an unforgettable 8-day journey guided tour through Morocco with Gate 1 Travel. From the bustling medinas of Fez and Marrakesh, to the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis and the breathtaking Atlas Mountains, and the metropolitan cities of Rabat and Casablanca, this adventure was packed with culture, history, and incredible experiences. If Morocco is on your bucket list, this episode is for you!Highlights of Rabat Include:The Royal PalaceChellah RuinsHassan TowerOudaya Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage SiteRoman Ruins of VolubilisHighlights of Fez Include:The Historic Medina of FezThe Tanneries of FezAttarine MedersaJewish QuarterHighlights of Marrakesh Include:The Historic Medina & Jemma el-Fnaa SquareBahia PalaceKoutoubia Minaret & Saadian TombsTraditional Hammam SpasSnake Charmers & Street PerformersHighlights of Casablanca Include:Hassan II MosqueHistoric MedinaThe Ain Diab Corniche Beachfront PromenadeWe were on a guided tour and had our hotels pre-selected by our tour company, but to make it easier to find your preferred accommodations if you are traveling independently, you can search for hotels in Moroccohere.Be sure to check out ourViator Experience page for additional activities and things to do in the Morocco that may be of interest to you!If you're looking for a flight deal to Morocco, or anywhere else, we recommend signing up forThrifty Traveler Premium to get daily flight deals (points & cash) emailed directly to you!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------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
20 Kesä 20231h 27min
Gary Arndt on Travel Photography, Exploring the World's Hidden Gems, and Becoming the #1 Educational Podcast
Episode 193 - The squad sits down with Gary Arndt to talk about what it’s like to travel the USA and the world as a travel photographer, pivoting careers into travel adjacent media, and unique facts about some of the most unique corners of the earth. Gary is the host of Everything Everywhere, the world’s most popular daily educational podcast. Prior to that he was a three time travel photographer of the year and spent 13 years traveling to all 7 continents, 204 countries and every US state and territory and has a wealth of knowledge on culture, nature, and how to explore unique and lesser known special places across the globe. This interview will without a doubt teach you something you didn’t know before and maybe even inspire you to discover a new place for yourself. You can find Gary on his podcast Everything Everywhere on his website and everywhere podcasts are streamed, or connect with him on Instagram @everythingeverywhere Travel Itineraries on Sale Now! Explore our instant download trip itineraries for trips to iconic USA, international, and national park destinations that plan every detail of the adventure for you. On sale for $30! travelsquadpodcast.com/travelitinerary Shop our favorite travel gear, packing lists, and gifts for travelers on our Amazon Shop https://www.amazon.com/shop/travelsquadpodcast Connect with us on Social Media: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram Jamal: @jamal_marrush Brittanie: @bucketlist_brittanie Kim: @lushdeez Email us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to discuss: Being a guest on our podcast or having the squad on yours Ask a Question of the Week
13 Kesä 202357min
Experiencing Ancient Puebloan Cliff Dwellings at Mesa Verde National Park
Episode 192 is taking you to Mesa Verde National Park in Southern Colorado to experience the 800+ year old Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings. These incredibly well-preserved ancient ruins will really get you going as you walk through actual steps and pathways the Ancient Puebloan people did nearly a century before. We visited Cliff Palace, Long House, and Balcony House on this trip, all which require a guided tour. Guided tours can be booked on recreation.gov. In this episode we share what you’ll see on those tours, tips for visiting Mesa Verde National Park, and make you feel like you’re exploring the park with us.Cortez, CO is the nearest town to Mesa Verde National Park, here are some hotels we either stayed in or considered, and that we recommend you stay in while visiting.Baymont by Wyndham Cortez - We stayed here and really like the indoor pool and terrarium look and feel of the levels and balcony walkways.Hampton Inn Mesa Verde/CortezRetro Inn at Mesa Verde - Super unique spot!We did this trip in two days of tours, but you can fit it all in during one day! We recommend a Mesa Verde tour with Viator that gives you 9-hours through the park and dwellings with a tour guide to give you the history behind each spot.-------------------------------------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.
6 Kesä 202356min
Travel and Living Have Merged, Feature Interview with Furnished Finder
Episode 191 is giving mid-term travel its time to shine in this special guest interview with Furnished Finder CEO and Founder, Brian Payne. Brian shares the travel and income opportunity in mid-term rentals and the phenomenon happening at the intersection of travel and living. We explore the lifestyle of mid-term travel whether you’re your own boss, a remote worker, or travel as a part of your occupation. He also shares more on how to list your home or room for rent on Furnished Finder to build your travel fund. Brian and the squad discuss the benefits of renting mid-term over long or short, and tools to help you get started if you are considering starting. Learn more about Furnished Finder at furnishedfinder.com and all their resources for travelers and property owners. Travel Itineraries on Sale Now! Explore our instant download trip itineraries for trips to iconic USA, international, and national park destinations. Each PDF itinerary plans every detail of the adventure for you. On sale for $30! travelsquadpodcast.com/travelitinerary Shop the travel gear mentioned in this episode on our Amazon Shop https://www.amazon.com/shop/travelsquadpodcast Connect with us on Social Media: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram Jamal: @jamal_marrush Brittanie:@bucketlist_brittanie Kim: @lushdeez Email us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com: We’re always looking for more guest/brand collabs and questions of the week!
30 Touko 202346min
3 Days Exploring Gorgeous Oregon Waterfalls
In this weeks Travel Flashback Episode we are taking you to see Oregon waterfalls on an epic three-day road trip around the state. 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 makes the waterfalls even more gorgeous. We detail this Oregon road trip with every stop, where we stayed, the hikes we did, and the best waterfalls in Oregon that are so good you’ll want to plan a whole trip around!Download the 4-Day Oregon Waterfalls Road Trip Itinerary to follow this same trip!Trip Highlights: Waterfalls: Bridal Veil Falls, Multnomah Falls, Sahalie Falls, Koosah Falls, & Trail of Ten Falls at Silver Falls State ParkLavender ValleyMirror LakeTamolich Blue PoolMcDowell Creek Falls Country ParkColumbia River Gorge Viewpoints Where to Stay in Portland: Hyatt Regency Portland & Crowne Plaza Portland near downtown or Radisson Hotel & Holiday Inn Express near the airportWhere to Stay in Salem: Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem, The Grand Hotel, Holiday Inn SalemIf you can't take this trip on your own, consider a Viator tour like the Morning Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls or the Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from PortlandIf you love the Pacific Northwest, also check out our Washington National Parks Road Trip Itinerary to see all three of the parks up there with similar lush mossy greenery and waterfalls.Flight Deals: Find a great flight deal to the PNW by signing up for Thrifty Traveler Premium and get flight deals sent straight to your inbox. Use our promo code TSP to get $20 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.
23 Touko 202358min
5 Epic U.S. Road Trips to Take in 2023!
In this Episode, we’re giving you five epic road trip ideas to take in different parts of the United States. We have long cross-country road trips, coastal road trips, and even some of the iconic road trips you see in movies – like the Hwy 1 in California. We love a good road trip at the Travel Squad and have taken many together! Some of these road trip ideas are from our own trips, and others are the so-called best road trips to take in USA that are still on our bucket lists. There is something quintessential about a road trip that brings you back to childhood playing car games, sharing snacks, and photo bombing each other when we fall asleep. These are road trips to take with your best friend, your lover, your family, and anyone as adventurous as you are to get lost, see weird stuff, and realize it’s not always the destination, but the journey that really makes the trip. Travel Itineraries on Sale Now! Explore our instant download trip itineraries for trips to iconic USA, international, and national park destinations that plan every detail of the adventure for you. On sale for $30! travelsquadpodcast.com/travelitinerary Shop our favorite travel gear, packing lists, and gifts for travelers on our Amazon Shop https://www.amazon.com/shop/travelsquadpodcast Connect with us on Social Media: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram Jamal: @jamal_marrush Brittanie: @bucketlist_brittanie Kim: @lushdeez Email us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to discuss: Being a guest on our podcast or having the squad on yours Ask a Question of the Week
16 Touko 202349min
10 Top Beaches in the US
Episode 188 is welcoming summer with 10 of the top beaches in the US! From the east coast to the west coast we’re sharing some of the best beaches we’ve been to for sunbathing, people watching, swimming in the waves, and enjoying summer cocktails on the boardwalk. Some of these are the prettiest beaches in the US and others on this list have a lively vibe, all of them are amazing and should be added to your list! Our top 10 beaches in America for 2023 Coronado Beach, CA Ocean City, MD Sand Harbor Beach, Tahoe, CA Rialto Beach, WA Pfeiffer Beach, Big Sur, CA South Swim Beach, Dry Tortugas, FL Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA Makena Beach, Maui, HI Maho Beach, St. John, US Virgin Islands Hollywood Beach, Ft Lauderdale, FL Travel Itineraries on Sale Now! Explore our instant download trip itineraries for trips to iconic USA, international, and national park destinations that plan every detail of the adventure for you. On sale for $30! travelsquadpodcast.com/travelitinerary Shop our favorite travel gear, packing lists, and gifts for travelers on our Amazon Shop https://www.amazon.com/shop/travelsquadpodcast Connect with us on Social Media: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram Jamal: @jamal_marrush Brittanie:@bucketlist_brittanie Kim: @lushdeez Email us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to discuss: Being a guest on our podcast or having the squad on yours Ask a Question of the Week
9 Touko 202342min
8 Days in Ecuador with Gate 1 Travel
Ecuador is one of South America’s most diverse and underrated destinations, offering everything from colonial cities and colorful markets to the Amazon rainforest and towering volcanoes. We took this incredible trip with Gate 1 Travel for just $1,200 at the time. Our package included international flights, hotels, most meals, transportation, and guided tours—making it one of the best-value international trips we’ve ever done.In this episode, we share our full week-long Ecuador itinerary, with highlights from Quito, Otavalo, the Amazon, Baños, and beyond. From standing on the equator to ziplining in the rainforest, soaking in hot springs, and dining in historic haciendas, this trip had it all. Plus, we share our must-know tips on vaccines, altitude sickness, and cultural differences so you can be prepared for your own adventure to Ecuador.On this 8-day Ecuador trip we explored:Quito's colonial districtThe Equator! Visiting to the middle of the world and monument that stands on the equator (sort of)Shopping at Otavalo MarketExploring Peguche WaterfallSpa and thermal hot springs high in the Andes Mountains at Termas de PapallactaLa Punta Ahuano on the Napo River, a tributary leading to the Amazon RiverHiking the Amazon Rainforest in search for wildlife with natives of the regionEl Pailon del Diablo, the largest waterfall in EcuadorBanos, EcuadorRose plantation in EcuadorAlthough this was a guided tour, should you decide to do this trip on your own and need to find your own accommodations, we recommend the following hotels in each of the places we visited:Hilton Colon QuitoHotel OtavaloTermas de PapallactaKuyana Amazon LodgeHacienda LeitoWhether you go on this trip with a guided tour, or on your own, be sure to check our additional activities to do and see in Ecuador via Viator to help make the most of your trip!If you're looking for a flight deals to Ecuador, or anywhere else, we recommend signing up for Thrifty Traveler Premium to get daily flight deals (points & cash) emailed directly to you! Use our promo code TS10 to get $10 off your first year subscription.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.
2 Touko 20231h 23min
