Travel Squad Podcast

Travel Squad Podcast

Travel Squad Podcast is the #1 vacation podcast! We’re long-time friends traveling the world - one passport stamp at a time! In this podcast Kim, Brittanie, and Jamal share international vacations, destination recommendations, national park adventures and recommended hikes, epic road trips, guided tour experiences, and show you how to make weekend getaways possible. All while providing tips, hacks, and travel advice to save money and get the most out of YOUR trips.

  1. 4d ago

    5 Days of Wine Tasting in the Beautiful Willamette Valley Oregon

    We’re going to Oregon’s Willamette Valley! To explore world-class wineries, taste wine in intimate tasting experiences and enjoy the gorgeous vineyards and flora and fauna of this beautiful region. We walk you through food & wine pairings, tasting experiences & teach you how to saber a bottle of sparkling! This trip also goes to Silver Falls State Park for a waterfall detour. If you want to take this exact trip, you can download our 5-day Willamette Valley Wine Tasting Itinerary. The itinerary organizes the route from north to south, gives travel tips, restaurant and hotel recommendations, links to every tasting and experience we booked, packing list, and a day by day itinerary for you to follow.  Highlights of this Willamette Valley episode: Chehalem Ridge Bed and Breakfast Bells Up Winery Natalie's Estate Vineyard Domaine Willamette Bjornson Vineyard Willamette Valley Vineyard Estate St Innocent Winery King Estate Winery Silver Falls State Park Hotels in the Willamette Valley we recommend: Chehalem Ridge Bed and Breakfast - You absolutely must stay at this quaint, homey experience. The homemade breakfast is worth it! The Dundee Hotel The Grand Hotel in Salem Inn at the 5th in Eugene Check out our Willamette Valley yours and experiences on Viator for our created list of recommend wine tours and local experiences. Find a great flight deal to Portland or Eugene with Thrifty Traveler Premium’s flight deals. Use our promo code TSP to get $20 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. Contains affiliate links, thanks for supporting Travel Squad Podcast!

  2. Sep 4 ·  Bonus

    Sidecar by Amex Centurion Lounge Review: Is This Las Vegas Airport Lounge Worth It?

    We’re sharing our review of the new Sidecar by The American Express Centurion Lounge at Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport. We break down this intimate, speakeasy-inspired lounge, including the made-to-order breakfast, food and drinks, atmosphere, service, access rules, and how it compares to the traditional Centurion Lounge. Is Sidecar worth a visit on a short layover? We’re sharing our honest review and Travel Squad rating! Sidecar is only available to American Express Platinum card holders, you can use our referral link if you’d like to apply. Do more in town on your visit to Las Vegas with these Las Vegas experiences and activities we recommend in our curated Viator shop. Hotels in Las Vegas we recommend: The Venetian – The Sphere is connected to this hotel We love The Flamingo for a good location on the strip at a great price with amenities, a good free pool and flamingos Caesars Palace is beautiful, LIV is so fun, and has a beautiful free pool Find a great flight deal to Las Vegas with Thrifty Traveler Premium’s flight deals. Use our promo code TSP to get $20 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 1

    Exploring The Country of Georgia 🍷 Tbilisi, Mtskheta, Kazbeggi & the WINECAST Festival

    We’re taking you to the incredible country of Georgia, one of the most underrated countries in the world where wine, history, and culture come together in the most magical way in the main city of Tbilisi and beyond. We explore historic spas, wine baths, local nightlife, cultural sites, natural wonders in the Caucasus Mountains. We also dive deep into our experience at ⁠WINECAST⁠, a five-day festival celebrating cinema, wine, and Georgian culture with film screenings, wine tastings and masterclasses, live music, and more! Highlights of Georgia: The rich history of Georgia as the birthplace of wine 🍇 Exploring Tbilisi’s  food, art, nightlife, and vibrant energy Day trip to Mtskheta: Jvari Monastery & Svetitskhoveli Cathedral Georgia’s Balneological Spa - sulfur and wine bath experiences The magic of WINECAST Festival 2025 – wine, cinema, and culture Supra dining traditions & the role of the Tamada (toastmaster) Visiting Kazbeggi & Gergeti Trinity Church in the Caucasus Mountains Supra feast with a local winemaker and a once-in-a-lifetime wine tasting If you want a great overview of Georgia, check out Dr. Matthew Horkey’s premier film about the country and its culture here: ⁠A journey through GEORGIA ‘The Cradle of WINE’⁠ Hotels in Tbilisi, Georgia we recommend are the ⁠Radisson Blu Tbilisi ⁠(we stayed here and loved it!) or ⁠Mercure Tbilisi Old Town⁠. If those are booked you can search ⁠Tbilisi hotels on Trip Advisor.⁠ Check out our ⁠Tbilisi Activities & Tours on Viator⁠ for all day trips, wine tastings, city tours, and airport transfers that we recommend. Find a great flight deal to Tbilisi, Georgia, or anywhere else, with ⁠⁠Thrifty Traveler Premium⁠⁠’s flight deals. Use our promo code TSP to get $20 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. Contains affiliate links, thanks for supporting Travel Squad Podcast!

  4. Aug 21 ·  Bonus

    11 of the Best Restaurants in Austin, TX

    Wondering where to eat in Austin? We’re sharing 11 of the best restaurants in Austin, Texas, from Caribbean and Mediterranean flavor bombs to steakhouses, Italian favorites, smash burgers, and gorgeous lakeside dining. Whether you’re visiting Austin or a local looking for your next great meal, these are the restaurants we recommend again and again! In this episode, we cover: Canje, Ezov, La Piscina, The Kimberly, Hula Hut, Quince Lakehouse, Intero, ATX Cocina, Birdie’s, NADC, and Steiner Ranch Steakhouse. Listen to here what’s good and the occasion that would bring you into these spots. Austin hotels we recommend: ​The LINE Hotel – Great location and view of the lake and bats​Hotel Van Zandt – Great rooftop pool vibes​The Downright Hotel – Cute pink, fun decor and a great pool vibe.​Lake Austin Spa Resort – All-inclusive wellness resort on the Lake, it is absolutely amazing! You can also book a spa day, see our Lake Austin Spa Review before you go! Check out fun things to do in Austin that we recommend on Viator. These are perfect if you don’t have a car or want to have some unique experiences on this trip. Find a great flight deal to Austin with Thrifty Traveler Premium’s flight deals. Use our promo code TSP to get $20 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. Contains affiliate links, thanks for supporting Travel Squad Podcast!

  5. Aug 18

    Exploring Québec City’s Old World & Canadian Magic

    We’re taking you on a journey through Québec City, where old-world charm meets vibrant modern culture, visiting the iconic Fairmont Château Frontenac, Dufferin Terrace, and Petit-Champlain plus savoring Quebec’s farm-to-table cuisine and setting sail on an unforgettable AML River Cruise. WE also go beyond the city walls to take in the soft outdoors with a day at Strom Spa, Montmorency Falls, Canyon Sainte-Anne, Chutes Jean Larose, and kayaking on Ile d'Orleans. Highlights of Quebec City in this episode: Where to eat & drink in Quebec CityAML River CruiseMontmorency Falls, Canyon Sainte-Anne & Chutes Jean LaroseStrøm Spa NordiqueSunset Kayaking on the St. Lawrence RiverOur top recommendations for hotels in Québec City: ⁠Hilton Quebec ⁠⁠Hotel Palace Royale Center⁠⁠Le Capitole Hotel⁠Or check out these ⁠highly rated hotels in Quebec City⁠ Explore our curated list of ⁠Quebec City tours and things to do⁠ that we recommend and a few more we wish we had time for! Find a great flight deal to Quebec City, or anywhere else, with ⁠Thrifty Traveler Premium⁠’s flight deals. Use our promo code TSP to get $20 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. Contains affiliate links, thanks for supporting Travel Squad Podcast!

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Travel Squad Podcast is the #1 vacation podcast! We’re long-time friends traveling the world - one passport stamp at a time! In this podcast Kim, Brittanie, and Jamal share international vacations, destination recommendations, national park adventures and recommended hikes, epic road trips, guided tour experiences, and show you how to make weekend getaways possible. All while providing tips, hacks, and travel advice to save money and get the most out of YOUR trips.

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