Epic South Africa Adventures in Cape Town, Safaris and Great White Shark Cage Diving! - Part 1
We’re taking you on a bucket list adventure to Africa! This is Part 1 of our epic 14-day guided tour through South Africa and Eswatini (Swaziland)—an unforgettable trip filled with wildlife safaris, vibrant cities, coastal adventures, and hilarious “TIA” (This Is Africa) moments.In this episode, we explore Cape Town’s famous Table Mountain, visit adorable penguins at Boulders Beach, go on a game drive in search of Africa’s Big 5, and cruise past hippos and crocodiles on the St. Lucia Estuary. Plus, we share real-deal travel tips about currency, malaria pills, what to expect from the bathrooms, and why you should never skip Africa.This is just Part 1—our adventure continues next week as we head to Zimbabwe, Zambia, and more!Places We Went on This Trip:Cape TownDurbanSt. Lucia EstuaryHluhluwe-Imfolozi Game ReserveEswatini (Swaziland)Highlights in Cape Town Include:Going to the top of Table Mountain via cable car for epic views of Cape TownCape Peninsula exploration of Hout Bay, Cape of Good Hope, and visiting the penguin colony at Boulder BeachKirstenbosch National Botanical GardensVisiting the Victoria & Albert Waterfront (VA Waterfront) for harbor views, shops and restaurantsTaking a day trip to Gansbaai to go cage diving with Great White Sharks in "Shark Alley"Highlights in Durban & St. LuciaSunset Game Cruise on St. Lucia Estuary spotting Nile Crocodiles, Hippos and other wildlifeHluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve Safari where we saw 4 out of 5 of the African "Big Five", including tons of rhinos, elephants, lions and cape buffalo. We experienced Africa on a guided tour, and all our hotels were included. However, if you plan to visit South Africa and this region on your own, to make your travel planning easier, we have included a link for hotels on Expedia here. To further help you plan, be sure to check out additional activities, tours and things to do via Viator in Cape Town and the surrounding region.If you're looking for a flight deals to South Africa, 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.
14 Jan 20201h 20min
New York City Travel Tips & Experiences
We're taking you on a trip to The Big Apple! The City that never sleeps! New York City! NYC is a global tourist destination with more things to see and do than you could possibly fit into one, two, or even three or more trips! It’s a place to be seen, experienced, and done again and again.In this episode we cover:Our NYC travel experiencesThings to know when visiting New YorkHow to use the New York City subwayThings to do in NYC (there’s A LOT!)NYC rooftop barsWhere to eat in New YorkGetting to NYC via the 3 airportsHonorable NYC mentionsWe recommend staying atThe Manhattan Club in Midtown,11 Howard in Manhattan, orTempo by Hilton in SoHo.We loved the rooftop experiences and brunch boat to the Statue of Liberty. You can find all these and more in ourNYC Viator Shop!- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -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.
7 Jan 20201h 2min
All the Travel We Did in 2019
Episode 24 is all about the trips we took in 2019 and a sneak peak of the trips we already have planned for 2020. Among the Travel Squad in 2019, we went on 21 adventures, visited 10 countries and 10 states in the US. The episode talks about how long each of the trips were, who we went with, and how we prioritized all this travel while keeping up with our full time jobs in San Diego. Connect with us: Follow the travel squad on Instagram @travelsquadpodcast Jamal: @jamalmarrush 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 Just say “hi” See more at travelsquadpodcast.com
31 Dec 20191h 12min
The Best Things to Do in Death Valley, the Hottest Place in the World
This is a HOT episode because we’re exploring the hottest place in the world and bringing you the best things to do in Death Valley National Park.We take you on a 48-Hour weekend trip to Death Valley National Park from San Diego, share tips for visiting Death Valley National Park, hikes and viewpoints to check out, and things to do and here to stay in the nearby small town of Pahrump - which surprised us with its entertainment options.Things to See in Death Valley National ParkMesquite Flats Death Valley National Parks Sand DunesZabriskie PointArtists DriveBad Water BasinOther things to do near Death Valley National ParkStay at Longstreet Inn or the classic Holiday Inn ExpressFree wine tasting at Pahrump Valley WineryBingo at The Golden NuggetSlot canyon hike at Side Winder CanyonYou can also visit Death Valley as a day trip from Las Vegas (book on Viator) and see the sights during the day and stargaze at night, then get your ride back to the city.Find a great flight deal to airports near Death Valley 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.
24 Dec 201942min
How to Do Hot Springs, Arkansas the Right Way
Episode 22 is a hoot! This weekend adventure flew us into Dallas with a road trip to Hot Springs, Arkansas. The only place in the country where the town, and everything in it, IS the national park! We may have only been in Arkansas for 24 hours, but as always, we covered a lot of ground! And got to spend time with Kasha & Ryan, two friends we made on our trip to China! (see episodes 3 and 12 for more about that trip!) In episode 22 we talk about: Bathhouse Row! Review of The Hotel Hot Springs and the spread at its breakfast buffet Superior Bathhouse Brewery - the only brewery in a national park! Inappropriate photos in the tub at Lamars Emporium Very cool historic tour of a traditional bathhouse at Fordyce Visitor Center Our thermal pools and steam cave experience at Quapaw Bathhouse Dinner at the historic gangster hangout, The Ohio Club The delicious Fat Bottomed Girl cupcakes Hiking the Grand Promenade and Goat Rock Trail We also address what we would do differently on this trip if we could do it again, and how to save even more money on weekend trips like this. Connect with us: Follow the travel squad on Instagram @travelsquadpodcast Jamal: @jamalmarrush 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 Just say “hi” See more at travelsquadpodcast.com
17 Dec 20191h 9min
Getting Hitched! What to Expect as a Mexican Wedding Guest
Episode 21 is all about the craziness that is Mexican weddings! As a squad we’ve been to one wild wedding in Mexico, and Kim has been to another even crazier Mexican wedding. We live to tell the tales, recount the drinks, the dancing, the Mexican wedding traditions, and are giving you all the tips to survive, and thoroughly enjoy one, if you’re ever so lucky to get an invite! In episode 21 we talk about: Time differences for Mexican weddings Cash vs. gifts Prepping for the wedding What to wear to a Mexican wedding Mexican wedding ceremony The food at the Mexican wedding and after party Mexican wedding traditions All the booze All the dancing And all the fun stories! Connect with us: Follow the travel squad on Instagram @travelsquadpodcast Jamal: @jamalmarrush 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 Just say “hi” See more at travelsquadpodcast.com
10 Dec 201948min
Top 13 Things to Do in San Diego
This one is all about our home-base of San Diego! From north county to just north of the Mexican border, there is SO much to do in America's Finest City we had trouble narrowing it down to just 13. If you are a newcomer to San Diego - or even if you’ve been here before, but didn’t get to do it all - these are the SD must-do's that even the locals rave about. We also give travel tips for where to stay, how to get around, and what to expect in the different San Diego neighborhoodsTop 13 Things to Do in San Diego Coronado Island & The Hotel Del Coronado Mount Soledad Ocean Beach “OB” and Sunset Cliffs Cabrillo Monument San Diego Zoo and Safari Park Balboa Park - Activities, Museums & Restaurants, Pacific Beach “PB & Mission Beach + Belmont Park Torrey Pines Natural Reserve - Hiking & Beach La Jolla Cove Del Mar Race Track - Horse Races & Fair Downtown San Diego, Gaslamp, Little Italy Hillcrest and North Park Liberty Station Public Market Bonus: Hidden San Diego Attractions!Check out all the tours in San Diego we think are worth it - after living here for many years - in our San Diego Viator Shop.Here are some of our favorite hotels in San Diego The Westgate Hotel (Downtown) - Gorgeous staircase in lobby, amazing rooftop pool and huge full size upscale gym attached. The Lafayette Swim Club & Bungalows (North Park) - Beautiful, sassy, moody decor and an amazing pool in the middle of the complex that really comes alive and is so fun. Pacific Terrace Hotel (Pacific Beach) - Front and center on the boardwalk in PB, balconies with ocean views and a great pool.Check out our other San Diego episodes for more of the best things to do, beaches to visit, tacos to eat, and more.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -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.
3 Dec 20191h 3min
Venice, Italy - What to See, Eat & Do
Episode 19 takes you to the Italian water world of Venice, Italy! In this episode we recommend where to eat amazing Italian food in Venice, what to do in Venice and the surrounding islands, where to stay, how long we recommend for the perfect trip to Venice, as well as Venice Italy travel tips including how to get in and out of the city.Some of the episode 19 highlights include:Exploring Venice canals and alleywaysRialto BridgeSaint Marks BasilicaSt Mark's CampanileBurano - the colorful Venetian islandChocolate at Nino’sAmazing gelato at Gelatoteco Suso-Pasta and pizza at Ristorante Centrale PizzeriaFresh made fast food pasta at BigoiAmazing, creative bruschetta at Il MercanteTasty vegetable soup at Muro Frari (perfect for rainy days in Venice)We recommend these Venice hotels when staying on the island.Hotel II Moro di Venezia - Affordable option, we stayed here onceHotel Abbazia - Unique glam decorCentauro Hotel - Historic 16th century building and classic Venetian style.Check out our favorite Venice experiences on Viator for all activities we recommend and even some that we wanted to do but couldn't get to.Look for flight deals to Venice on Thrifty Traveler Premium, you’ll get daily flight deals (points & cash) emailed directly to you so you can be alerted if a good deal comes up. Use our promo code TS10 to get $10 off your first year subscription.
26 Nov 201950min
