Love It There

A Travel Podcast

Honest reviews and recommendations for different cities around the world from your favorite sister duo. You can also expect to hear some crazy travel stories, how to get the best travel deals, and maybe even learn a thing or two about the places on your bucket list. Even if travel doesn’t interest you, we promise that you will still be entertained along the way. For all of the Love It There content, visit our website: loveitthere.square.site Follow us on Instagram: @loveittherepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    65: Portugal

    Your favorite sister duo chats with their guest, Niki (of travel planning company Niki and Thom Travel), who shares her experience living in Portugal, offering insights into the culture, food, and travel tips for those looking to explore this beautiful country. From her journey as an expat to the family-friendly atmosphere of Cascais, Niki provides a wealth of information for travelers. She emphasizes the importance of planning, safety, and the vibrant culinary scene, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in visiting Portugal. She even shares some behind the scenes insight on a particularly well-loved HGTV show about buying a home internationally 👀 ‼️ Mention Love It There when booking with Niki and Thom Travel to get their top travel planning package for the basic plan price! Portugal Recommendations: Lisbon Where to stay: Chiado - trendy neighborhood to stay in Belém - neighborhood near the river (less hills)Activities: Tuk Tuk Tours Pink Street - bars and live music Rua Augusta ArchMiradouro de São Pedro de AlcântaraLivraria Bertrand Day trip to Sintra for castles and stunning views Saint George’s CastleWhere to eat: Nicolau - daily brunch!Time Out Market - massive food haul Porto Day trip to Douro Valley for wineriesPort wine Algarve Beaches!Stay in Lagos or Faro Carcavelos Surfing/beach townTricana - must-try outdoor cafe Cascais  Family friendly beach townMarechal Carmona Park Bike path along the coast, see Boca do InfernoPalaphita - jungle cafe with live music   Taberna Clandestina - Portuguese tapas on pedestrian-only streetSouldough- must-try pizza spot General Portugal Recs: Food/drink: Vino verdeBacalo (cod)Bifana (marinated pork sandwich roll) Sardines Puri puri chickenPastel de nadas - custard tartBrioche croissants Honest Greens  Bio Shop for fresh organic produce    Check out our website: loveitthere.square.site Follow Love It There on Instagram: @loveittherepod Follow Niki and Thom Travel on Instagram: @nikiandthomtravel  Prefer video podcasts? Watch on YouTube! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min
  2. TBT: Guatemala

    02/10/2025

    TBT: Guatemala

    (Originally published 03/13/2025) Your favorite sister duo chats with our guest about traveling to Guatemala as a solo female traveler. She gives her top recommendations for budget hostels (think glamping, saunas, and views of active volcanoes from your bed!), must-do activities (like cliff jumping, hiking, and yoga classes). She tells the story of how she found a local to teach her tz’utujil, the ancient Mayan language still spoken in parts of Guatemala. She shares her regrets and what she learned from her solo travels. By the end of the episode, you’ll be planning your own solo travel adventure, and likely to Guatemala! Guatemala Recommendations: Antigua - Acatenango and Fuego hike (Soy Tours), Museo Nacional de Arte Guatemalteco (MUNAG), GuruWalk tour, Chicken Bus Tour, Casi Casa Hostel El Paredon (beach town) - Cocori Lodge, Caracola Boutique Hostel Lago de Atitlán - Locutor Jeremias Hernandez for Spanish or tz’utujil class; cliff jumping and yoga retreat at San Marcos, La Iguana Perdida and Free Cerveza Hostels  Flores - Tikal National Park (biggest Mayan ruin complex) El Mirador - biggest pyramid in the world by volume  Food - Tostadas, pupusas, atole, street food next to La Iglesia de la Merced in Antigua Semuc Champey Nature Preserve   Check out our website: loveitthere.square.site Follow Love It There on Instagram: @loveittherepod Prefer video podcasts? Watch on YouTube! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min

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Honest reviews and recommendations for different cities around the world from your favorite sister duo. You can also expect to hear some crazy travel stories, how to get the best travel deals, and maybe even learn a thing or two about the places on your bucket list. Even if travel doesn’t interest you, we promise that you will still be entertained along the way. For all of the Love It There content, visit our website: loveitthere.square.site Follow us on Instagram: @loveittherepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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