TSA Pre vs Global Entry vs CLEAR Plus | Just the Tip
On this week's Just the Tip we discuss the benefits and drawbacks and the top three airport security screening programs. We share the pros and cons to TSA Pre, Global Entry, and CLEAR for the frequent travelers looking to get through the airport faster. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Shop: Trip Itineraries, Amazon Storefront and TSP Merch 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 Heinä 202421min
Exploring the Classical City of Kyoto, Japan
is 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 Stay in KyotoDoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Station- It is in a great location right by Kyoto station and a 7/11 with GREAT food options!Kyoto Hot Spring Hatoya Zuihokaku HotelDaiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto EkimaeThings to Do in KyotoArashiyama bamboo groveArashiyama monkey parkKinkakuji temple aka “Temple of the golden pavilion” buddhist temple Nishiki marketWalk the streets of Gion, aka the Geisha district Fushimi Inari-taishaOther things to see in Kyoto:Saiho-ji- one of Kyoto’s best known gardens, specifically it’s moss garden and moss temple Imperial Palace & gardens Plenty of other templesBook a recommended activity or experience Grab a copy of our 2 week Japan Itinerary and listen to our episode on Tokyo.Find a great flight deal to Japan 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.
16 Heinä 202444min
Pros & Cons of Independent Tours | Just the Tip
On this week's Just the Tip we details the benefits and the drawbacks of booking an independent tour. These packages come with your flights, hotels, and sometimes the rental car or other inclusions. We help you decide if a tour like this will align with your trip goals. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Shop: Trip Itineraries, Amazon Storefront and TSP Merch 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.
12 Heinä 20249min
Squat to Swanky Global Bathroom Experiences
In this flashback episode we are taking you with us inside the good, the great, the bad and the ugly of bathrooms around the world. You know we can’t do an episode without talking about the bathroom experience, so we dedicated a whole episode to it. Just try to listen without laughing! We take it country by country telling stories from bathrooms in Thailand, Japan, China, The Philippines, Europe, bathrooms in Mexico, and more! We share some scary experiences, but we also share some of the best bathrooms in the world that we’ve been to – both intentionally, and those we fell upon by accident. You’d be surprised how many Instagramable bathrooms there are in some of the most inconspicuous places! We also share what to expect from bathrooms in different cultures – like paying to use it, bringing your own TP, and squatty potties. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Shop: Trip Itineraries, Amazon Storefront and TSP Merch 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.
9 Heinä 20241h 16min
3 Bucketlist Trips We Want To Take | Just the Tip
On this week's Just the Tip we're sharing three countries we are dying to visit! If you've been and you have any tips, please send our way and enjoy a few minutes of wanderlust with us. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Shop: Trip Itineraries, Amazon Storefront and TSP Merch 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 Heinä 202421min
The Dakotas 5-Day Road Trip
We’re taking you on an epic road trip through the Dakotas! In this episode we detail our 6-day road trip that takes you through both North and South Dakota as we explore new cities, state parks, national parks, and unique roadside attractions including:Mount Rushmore National MemorialCuster State Park Jewel Cave National MonumentWind Cave Tour National ParkBadlands National ParkTheodore Roosevelt National ParkCrazy Horse MemorialWall Drug Spearfish Scenic BywayWe even talk about add ons like Carhenge and Toadstools Geological Park If you want to take this exact trip, you can download our 6 day Dakotas Itinerary. The Dakotas 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. If you are looking for activities & experiences in the area, check out our recommended Viator list. We've listed hotel recommendations for this trip below: Bavarian Inn and Holiday Inn Express are both good choices for stays in Custer Stay at the Best Western or Cambria Hotel in Rapid CityChoose to stay at AmericInn by Wyndham in Medora or the Bowman Lodge & Convention Center in Bowman when visiting Theodore Roosevelt National Park Find a great flight deal to the Dakotas 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.
2 Heinä 20241h 17min
5 Sneaky Ways to Save Money on Flights | Just the Tip
On this week's Just the Tip we share 5 of our sneakiest tricks to lowering the price of flights. These tips has saved us hundreds of dollars on individual flights, with a little extra research you can save a ton of money too! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Shop: Trip Itineraries, Amazon Storefront and TSP Merch 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.
28 Kesä 202411min
Mystical Morocco: A Journey Through Marrakesh, Rabat, Fez, and Casablanca
In this week’s Travel Flashback 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
25 Kesä 20241h 28min
