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Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu [Travel Tips & Trail Stories]
Join the Travel Squad this week as we take you step-by-step along the iconic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu — one of the most legendary hikes in the world, and the very first international trip we ever took together!The Inca Trail is a 26-mile trek through Peru’s stunning Andes Mountains, winding through ancient Incan ruins, alpine tundra, and lush cloud forests before arriving at the breathtaking Sun Gate overlooking Machu Picchu. Over 4 days and 3 nights, we laughed, bonded with fellow hikers, ate some of the best food on the trail, and pushed ourselves physically and mentally to reach the sacred Incan city.In this episode, we cover everything from preparation and packing tips, to hilarious trail stories and emotional summit moments. Whether you're planning this hike or just curious about the experience, this episode has it all.Highlights of the Inca Trail Include:Early mornings with beautiful sunrises and Cocoa TeaTraversing the diverse landscape, ecosystems and microclimates along the trailSummiting Dead Woman's Pass at 13,828 feetExploring Winay Wayna ruins along the trailSunrise at the Sun Gate overlooking Machu PicchuExploring the ruins and tour of Machu PicchuCompleting this amazing journey with Alpaca ExpeditionsCusco, Peru will be your base camp for anyone hiking the Inca Trail. We highly advise arriving two to three days ahead of time to get acclimated to the high altitude. While staying in Cusco, we recommend the following accommodations:Hotel Rojas InnRumi WasiAmerindia HotelAranwa Cusco Boutique HotelIf you have more time to spend in the area, take a look at these additional recommended activities to do in Cusco via Viator.If you're looking for a flight deals to Peru, 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.
24 Sep 20191h 8min
How We Got Into Travel & How We Met
In episode 9 we’re giving you a more in depth look at where each of us came from, how we met, our journey to becoming travel obsessed, and how we became a travel squad! Connect with us: Follow us on Instagram @travelsquadpodcast See more at travelsquadpodcast.com For PR inquiries or to ask us your travel questions email us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com
17 Sep 201930min
How to Do the American Southwest in 3 Days [Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Valley of Fire State Park]
3 days, 4 states, and so much more on this American Southwest road trip.In this episode we tell stories from our three day road trip through Arizona, Utah, Nevada, and California and give you tips on how to see it all when you take this trip for yourself. We cover:Road trippingWinter hiking adventures in the Grand CanyonExploring Antelope CanyonSeeing Horseshoe Bend What to do in Mesquite, NevadaOne of the best breakfast buffets we have ever hadValley of Fire State ParkAnd you know we’re going to hit Hakkasan in Vegas on the way back ;)Hotels we recommend for this road trip:Grand Canyon Hotel: The Grand Hotel at the Grand CanyonMesquite, NV Hotel: Holiday Inn Resort Mesquite by IHGIf you want to take this same itinerary see our Grand Canyon Itinerary to download the exact route and itinerary to enjoy too.Check out our list of tours and activities in Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend and Valley of Fire we recommend along this road trip in the Viator shop we curated for you!Find a great flight deal to Flagstaff (closest airport to the Grand Canyon) 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.
10 Sep 201951min
Cuba Travel Guide
We spent a week in Cuba back in 2017 and absolutely loved it! It’s an interesting country with so much culture and local love, but it is a somewhat difficult country to navigate. Our tips and the things we did can help you plan your trip to Cuba!Highlights of Cuba:Hop on hop off bus tour of HavanaOld Havana architectureCruising in classic American carsDancing in Disco Ayala cave club in Trinidad Playa Ancon beachBarrio ChinoTropicana showHotels in Havana and Trinidad, Cuba we recommend:Havana: Apartamento Colonial, Art Boutique Havana, Vapor 156 Boutique HotelTrinidad: Residencia Margarita, Villa Doña Bárbara Casilda, Hostal Las PalmasFind a great flight deal to Cuba 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.
3 Sep 20191h 1min
Everything You Need to Know About Cruising
Everything You Need to Know About Life on a Cruise Ship & Why it is Amazing (Episode #6) In this week’s episode we dive into cruise life and tell stories from our past cruises. We will cover: Why a cruise is perfect for people of all ages and for any type of vacation Life aboard the ship ALL the cruise food On board entertainment Port cities excursions and exploring on your own What NOT to do on a cruise ship Cruise routes and companies we’ve been on and what we liked about them Connect with us: Follow us on Instagram @travelsquadpodcast See more at travelsquadpodcast.com For PR inquiries or to ask us your travel questions email us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com
27 Aug 20191h 13min
Road Tripping to Sequoia & 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 Aug 201946min
Mexico City Travel Guide
In this episode we reveal how we came up with the idea to start a travel podcast - while we squished in the back of a tiny cab in Mexico City at 1 AM. Since this is where it all started, we’re kicking off this travel podcast by bringing you a three-day Mexico City travel guide. We cover the Zocalo, rooftop bars, Xochimilco, Teotihuacan Pyramids, stories from our experiences, and travel tips for how to make traveling in Mexico City easier and even more tasty! We've stayed in Roma, Polanco, Coyoacon, and the Zocalo neighborhoods of Mexico City and would recommend them! Ágata Hotel Boutique & Spa - Coyoacon Hotel Luca - Roma Norte Residence L´ Heritage Tennyson by BlueBay - Polanco Le Meridien Mexico City - Zocalo You can explore Mexico City with yours too! Lucha Lubre, Xochimilco, the pyramids, food tours, and more can be found on our Mexico City Viator Shop. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Shop: Travel 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.
15 Aug 201942min
How to Spend a Week 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.
15 Aug 201957min
