Exploring Big Bend National Park

Episode 89 is taking you on a quick weekend trip to Capitol Reef National Park in Utah. In this episode we tell you the best hikes to go on, the most beautiful scenic overlooks, where to watch the most gorgeous sunrise in the park, and where to warm your soul with delicious curry pizza after a long day of hiking.Where to Stay in Torrey: Torrey is the town right outside Capitol Reef National Park. Here are a few hotels that we recommend in the area:Red Sands HotelBroken Spur InnThe Noor HotelActivities & Tours: Capitol Reef National Park has a lot of great hiking opportunities and scenic overlooks, however if you are looking for a guided tour, consider the Full-Day Private Off-Road Tour in Capitol Reef National Park or the unique 2-Hour Horse Ride in Capitol Reef.Where to Fly Into: The closest major airports to Capitol Reef National Park are the Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) but they are approx 3-3.5 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 Capitol Reef National Park, 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.

15 Juni 202141min

Episode 88 features another San Diego local and expert on the hiking scene. Hiking with Britt joins the squad to share her favorite trails around San Diego, trail etiquette, how she got into booking and backpacking, tips for new backpackers, and share stories and advice from the many, many hikes she has done. 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

8 Juni 202148min

Episode 87 is a fun one! We’re sharing stories from our trips of some of the worst travel etiquette and giving you tips on being a better traveler. From the worst B-O on a 14-hour flight to obnoxious travel buddies, to loud people in the hotel hallways..in this episode we are re-living and laughing about it all! 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

1 Juni 202150min

Episode 86 is highlighting some of the best beaches in our hometown, San Diego, California. With over 70 miles of coastline in San Diego, there’s a lot to choose from and each beach has different views and vibes to offer. From North to South county, this episode takes you down the coast to the 13 best beaches in San Diego. Oceanside Beach Encinitas Moonlight Beach Del Mar Dog Beach Torrey Pines State Beach Black’s Beach La Jolla Cove & Shores Windansea Beach Pacific Beach, aka PB Mission Beach OB Dog Beach Garbage Beach Tide Pools at Cabrillo National Monument Coronado 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 Beach Products Mentioned in this Episode: Note: We may receive some kick back from your purchase. Thanks for your support! Tommy Bahama Beach Chairs Tommy Bahama Beach Umbrella Collapsible Cooler Reef-Friendly Sunscreen Aloe Vera (for when you do get sun burnt) 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

25 Maj 202141min

Episode 85 is a roundup of the best summer season destinations, just in time to plan and book the trip for summer 2021! In this episode we highlight some places to escape the hot humid heat and enjoy some of America and the world’s most beautiful destinations. Don’t worry, if you’re still not traveling, save these trips for future summer trips because you will not want to miss out. 10 Best Summer Destinations Seattle, WA Peru Alaska (America’s last frontier) Glacier National Park in Montana South Africa Yellowstone/Grand Teton National Parks, Wyoming San Francisco, CA London, England Boston, MA San Diego, CA 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

18 Maj 202152min

Travel to the US Virgin Islands, particularly St John island from St Thomas to continue your US Virgin Islands vacation with a trip to the national park.We travel to St John in this part two continuation from our trip to the U.S. Virgin Islands. St John is famous for having the US Virgin islands National Park and being one of the gorgeous islands in the Caribbean that you don’t need a passport to visit as an American.Here you can swim and snorkel with sea turtles, enjoy the waters by boat, and enjoy one of the most unique national parks in the country.Episode highlight include: How to take the car ferry from St. Thomas to St. John What to do in Virgin Islands National Park The best beaches of St. John: Cinnamon Bay Beach , Trunk Bay, & Maho Beach Swimming with sea turtles Hiking the Reef Bay Trail to see petroglyphs, a waterfall, Sugar Mill Ruins, and a secluded beach. Make sure to go back to episode 82 to hear all about our time in St. Thomason this USVI trip and check out our USVI Viator Shop for all the experiences we recommend.If you want to take this same itinerary see our US Virgin Island Guideto download the exact route and itinerary to enjoy too.---------------------------------------Shop:Trip Itineraries ⁠&⁠Amazon Storefront ⁠Connect:⁠YouTube⁠,⁠TikTok⁠, and⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠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.

11 Maj 202137min

Episode 83 is announcing some major Travel Squad Podcast news! We’re changing the format of our podcast to include traveler and travel business owner interviews and bring you more deals and news in travel. We also take a moment to acknowledge the mental health benefits of travel, offer some interesting insight into the state of travel, and end off with the latest promising travel updates. 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

4 Maj 202142min

Episode 82 is going to the Caribbean with a week long St. Thomas vacation! St Thomas is beautifully located in the U.S. Virgin Islands and is one of the most beautiful islands in the “United States”.In this two-part episode we explore Magens Bay Beach, Sapphire Beach, Coki Beach, and Lindquist Beach on St. Thomas. We also say the best things to do on St. Thomas including Drake’s Seat, Mountain Top, a sea trek adventure at Coral World Ocean Park, and exploring Charlotte Amalie and Fort Christian. We tell you where to stay in St Thomas The Airbnbwe stayed at Secret Harbour Beach Resort Margaritaville Vacation Club We tell you what to do in St Thomas - We spent a week here and yes, we did go on a day trip to St John and the USVI National Parks (see part 2 of this series for more on that) - but we also went to tons of beaches and did ocean activities. Check out our USVI Viator Shop for all the experiences we recommend.Tune intoepisode 84 for part two with St. John National Park.If you want to take this exact trip, you can download our 7 dayUS Virgin Island Guide. The US Virgin Island itinerary gives travel tips, restaurant and hotel recommendations, packing list, and a day by day itinerary for you to follow. --------------------------------If you're looking for a flight deal to the USVI, 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, and⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠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.

27 Apr 20211h 4min