A Weekend in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
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 Diego to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks includes hiking trail recommendations, snow hiking tips, advice for not to get lost (spoiler: like we did!), hacks for making the visit to popular national parks more cost effective, highlights from both national parks, and how to get the most out of your time on the trails, without the crowds.There are some great easily accessible attractions in both of these parks and plenty of gigantic trees to hug. We went in spring when there was still snow on the ground which made for the best time to visit Sequoia National Park.Sequoia National Park Highlights: Moro Rock Tunnel Log General Sherman & the Congress Trail Tokopah FallsCrystal Cave Kings Canyon National Park Highlights: Mist FallsRoaring River FallsGeneral Grant Grove Hart Tree, Fallen Goliath, Redwood Creek TrailWhere to Stay: If you'd like to stay within the parks we suggest Wuksachi Lodge in Sequoia or John Muir Lodge in King's Canyon. If you plan to stay outside of the parks, stay in Visalia at the The Darling Hotel or Holiday Inn Express.What to Bring: Hiking backpack, water bladder, sunscreen, hiking boots & hat. Check out our Amazon hiking gear recommendations Where to Fly Into: The closest airport to fly into is going to be the Fresno Airport. Find a great flight deal to Fresno 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.Grab our California National Park's itinerary if you plan to roadtrip to all of the national parks within the state. -------------------------------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.
20 Apr 202145min
Ultimate Solo Female Travel Guide
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 Lebanon and is bringing you stories from her adventures, safety tips, advice on how to make friends while traveling solo, and answer all your questions on the things you must and must not do to make this the ultimate guide to solo female travel. On Sale Now! Six different 20+ page PDF trip and national park itineraries that plan the entire trip for you. Get yours now for just $25 on our website: https://travelsquadpodcast.com/travelitinerary Connect with us on Social Media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_gxT16uimZ2Vrl9gnjk2g? Instagram: @travelsquadpodcast Co-hosts: Jamal: @jamal_marrush Brittanie: @brittanieharbick Kim: @lushdeez Get in touch! Email us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to discuss: Being a guest on our podcast or having the squad on yours Ask a travel question for Question of the Week Inquire about brand advertising
13 Apr 20211h 9min
Hotel, Airbnb, Hostel or Timeshare - What's Better?
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 over the pros and cons of each type of accommodation, amenities and experiences you can expect in each, share stories from our experiences at all four, and recommend the best accommodations for the different kinds of trips you might take. On Sale Now! Six different 20+ page PDF trip and national park itineraries that plan the entire trip for you. Get yours now for just $25 on our website: https://travelsquadpodcast.com/travelitinerary Connect with us on Social Media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_gxT16uimZ2Vrl9gnjk2g? Instagram: @travelsquadpodcast Co-hosts: Jamal: @jamal_marrush Brittanie: @brittanieharbick Kim: @lushdeez Get in touch! Email us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to discuss: Being a guest on our podcast or having the squad on yours Ask a travel question for Question of the Week Inquire about brand advertising
6 Apr 20211h 10min
Arches & Canyonlands National Parks in Utah
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 are close enough to see both on the same weekend trip. If you want to visit Arches and Canyonlands in one day that is certainly possible, but it’s better to spend one day in each and make this a weekend tip.In this episode we share:Tips for visiting Arches and Canyonlands National ParksThe best hikes in Arches and Canyonlands National Parks including the iconic Canyonland hikes Island in the SkyScenic overlooks you have to see in in Arches and Canyonlands National ParksThe best airport to fly into to visit Arches and CanyonlandsThe driving route to take to explore these national parksEntrance fees to the parksWhere to stay near Arches and Canyonlands national parksWhere to Stay in Moab: Moab is the town in between Arches & Canyonlands. Here are a few hotels that we recommend in the area: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott MoabHyatt Place MoabLa Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham MoabBest Western Plus Canyonlands InnActivities & Tours: Arches and Canyonlands have a lot of great hiking opportunities and scenic overlooks, however if you are looking for a guided tour, consider the Arches National Park 4x4 Adventure from Moab or the Canyonlands National Park Half-Day Tour from MoabWhere to Fly Into: The closest major airports to Moab are the Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) but they are approx 2-4 hrs away respectively. Find a great flight deal to these airports 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.Hiking Gear: Check out our "Hiking Must Haves" Amazon list If you love Arches & Canyonlands, then you'll love Utah's other national parks. Check out our Itinerary to see Utah's Mighty 5 National Parks on a 10-Day Road 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.
30 Mars 202148min
Wine Tasting in Valle de Guadalupe
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. border! Located only an hour south of San Diego and 20 minutes east of Ensenada, Mexico, Valle de Guadalupe offers a world-class wine experience without the hefty price tag you’d find in Napa, Sonoma, Temecula and other famous wine regions in the US. Valle de Guadalupe is gaining a reputation as one of the premier wine regions in North America, with over 100 wineries, and a vibrant farm-to-table culinary scene. So, whether you’re planning a romantic weekend, a quick getaway, or a wine-filled adventure with friends, Valle de Guadalupe is the perfect destination for wine lovers and travelers alike.We talk about some of the best wineries and restaurants in the region, as well as general tips and recommendations to make for a memorable experience here in Mexican wine country!Must Try Wineries of Valle de Guadalupe Include:Cuatro Cuatros: Ocean views and cliffside lounge seatingVena Cava: Unique cave winery with great outdoor seatingBaron Balch'e: Known for its earthy wines and aging cavesDomecq: Stunning elevated deck with vineyard views and delicious cheese platesMonte Xanic: Notes as the valley's first maker of high-quality winesDona Lupe: Scenic vineyards, pizza, wine tasting flights, and adorable cats roaming the groundsMust Try Food and Restaurants in Valle de Guadalupe Include:Finca Altozano: A farm-to-table favorite Deckman's: Upscale open-air dining surrounded by natureAlmatierra Restaurant: Widely regarded as one of the best places to eat in ValleLa Cocina de Dona Esthela: Named by FoodieHub as the "Best Breakfast in the World"Valle de Guadalupe has a lot of unique and wonderful hotels to stay at, here are some of our favorites:El Cielo ResortMexico en la PielContemplation Resort & SpaIf you're looking for alternative options, be sure to search for hotels here.To make your trip planning and experience in Valle de Guadalupe more enjoyable, don't forget to check out what tours and alternative activities are available through Viator.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 cost 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.
23 Mars 202154min
Traveling While Working on a Cruise Ship ft. Ashley P Travels
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 she reveals what it’s really like to live a travel life and work on a cruise ship, insider tips on exploring port cities (while working!) and tells stories from her trips while not on the ship. She also gives us the inside scoop on the best cruise excursions, dining on the boat, and finally solves the mystery of that smell in the cabin bathroom. On Sale Now! Six different 20+ page PDF trip and national park itineraries that plan the entire trip for you. Get yours for just $25 on our website: https://travelsquadpodcast.com/travelitinerary Follow Ashley P Travels on Instagram at @ashleyPravels Connect with us on Social Media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_gxT16uimZ2Vrl9gnjk2g? Instagram: @travelsquadpodcast Co-hosts: Jamal: @jamal_marrush Brittanie: @brittanieharbick Kim: @lushdeez Get in touch! Email us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to discuss: Being a guest on our podcast or having the squad on yours Ask a travel question for Question of the Week Inquire about brand advertising
16 Mars 202154min
7-Day Adventure in Kauai
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 fees and time, and how to see and do it all in the optimal route during your weeklong stay.Highlights of the Kauai Include:Queens Bath Wailua FallsNapali Coast Sunset Boat Tour and Helicopter TourWaimea Canyon Sunset at the St. Regis Hawaiian luauYou can take this exact trip, you can download our 1 Week in Kauai Itinerary. The Kauai itinerary gives our best squad tips, restaurant and accommodation recommendations, links to every activity we booked, a packing list, and a day by day itinerary and schedule for you to follow (or adjust as you see fit!) Places to stay in Kauai we recommend:Wyndham Bali Hai Princeville (We stayed at this timeshare resort and loved it)Kauai Shores HotelThe ISOAston Islander on the BeachCheck out our Kauai Experiences Viator Shop for all activities we did on this trip and a few more we would have loved to do if time allowed for it.Find a great flight deal to Kauai 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.
9 Mars 202157min
10 Caribbean Islands to Love
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 staycation getaway, the islands bring so much different personality. 10 Amazing Caribbean Islands: Turks & Caicos Cuba Tulum Bacalar Belize US Virgin Islands Dominican Republic St Maarten Honduras Jamaica On Sale Now! Six trip itineraries to different U.S. states and national parks. Get yours 50% off on our website: travelsquadpodcast.com/TRAVELITINERARY Connect with us on Social Media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_gxT16uimZ2Vrl9gnjk2g? Instagram: @travelsquadpodcast Jamal: @jamal_marrush Brittanie: @brittanieharbick Kim: @lushdeez Zeina: @zeina_marrush Get in touch! Email us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to discuss: Being a guest on our podcast or having the squad on yours Ask a travel question for Question of the Week Inquire about brand advertising
2 Mars 202150min
