Travel with Tyla

Tyla Train
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Travel with Tyla is your weekly escape to Europe through immersive audio itineraries and inspiring personal travel stories. Each episode explores a new destination with a detailed trip plan you can dream about or use to plan your next adventure. So grab a coffee, get comfy and join Tyla as you wander through Europe together, one itinerary at a time!

  1. Sep 25

    Europe Packing List - What to Bring and What to Leave Behind!

    Send Tyla a message What do you actually need to pack for Europe? In this episode, Tyla shares her complete Europe packing list, built from years of full-time travel, living out of a carry-on and moving cities every two weeks. From sweltering Greek islands in peak summer to snowy winters above the Arctic Circle, Tyla has packed for every season and made plenty of mistakes along the way. She explains why packing light is the golden rule for travelling Europe, how to travel carry-on only without running out of outfits, and how to avoid the budget airline baggage fees that can cost more than the flight itself. So grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and prepare to pack like a pro! In this episode, you'll learn… Why cobblestone lanes, fifth-floor walk-ups and tiny lifts make packing light essential in EuropeThe carry-on dimensions that work across most budget airlinesWheels vs backpack: settling the great luggage debateHow to build a capsule wardrobe for EuropeExactly what Tyla packs for one week vs two weeksA season-by-season guide to what to pack for Europe in summer, winter and the shoulder seasonsThe small, unsung heroes that transform your tripRolling vs folding + other clever space saving tipsTyla's 10 things to leave at home!Links & Resources Mentioned Custom Trip Planning ServicesFree Europe Trip Starter Kit (28-page guide with the full Europe packing checklist, free when you join the newsletter)Travel Money Cards - Wise and RevolutWhat's next? ✨ Book a Trip Consultation - let's start planning your dream trip to Europe!  ✨ Browse and download our collection of itineraries at travelwithtyla.com ✨ Follow on Instagram @travelwith.tyla for more Europe travel inspiration ✨ Subscribe so you never miss a future episode! Support the show

    Europe Packing List - What to Bring and What to Leave Behind!

  2. Sep 14

    Welcome to Travel with Tyla!

    Send Tyla a message Welcome to Travel with Tyla, your regular audio-escape to Europe! Since swapping tropical beaches in Australia for breathtaking mountains and lively village squares in Europe, Tyla's built up a wealth of trip planning knowledge and is here to help you create the European trip you've been dreaming about.  Expect thoughtfully crafted itineraries, hidden gems, and honest advice on skipping the tourist traps, from where to find the best gelato to which destinations are worth lingering a little longer, and the mistakes to avoid along the way. So grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and prepare to start dreaming up your next European adventure. Ready to get started? Download your free Europe Trip Starter Kit  What's next? ✨ Book a Trip Consultation - let's start planning your dream trip to Europe!  ✨ Browse and download our collection of itineraries at travelwithtyla.com ✨ Follow on Instagram @travelwith.tyla for more Europe travel inspiration ✨ Subscribe so you never miss a future episode! Support the show

  3. Sep 11

    7 Day Montenegro Itinerary - From Kotor Bay to Durmitor National Park

    Send Tyla a message In this episode, Tyla takes you through 7 marvelous days in Montenegro. From exploring the medieval stone towns surrounding Kotor Bay to the wild alpine landscapes of Durmitor National Park.  This trip is designed to split your time evenly between the coast and the mountains, requires you to rent a car, and steers you away from the cruise-ship trail towards the family-run konobas and quiet corners most day-trippers never see. So grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and prepare to escape to the majestic mountains, beautiful bays and roaring rivers of Montenegro! In this episode, you'll learn… Why September into early October is the ideal time to visit and why July and August are worth avoiding!How to get from Tivat Airport to Kotor without getting scammed at the taxi rank Where to base yourself around the Bay of Kotor? Compares Kotor old town, Dobrota and PerastHow to spot a tourist trap on the main square and find a proper Montenegrin konoba Exploring in Perast - getting to Our Lady of the Rocks and hidden viewpoints What to do at the top of Mount Lovćen - the cable car, alpine coaster, Falcon Fly and sunset barsThe best hikes in Durmitor National Park - from the Black Lake to the Ice CaveWhite-water rafting the Tara River - which sections suit families and which ones bring the big rapidsWhat to eat on each side of the country - Adriatic seafood vs hearty mountain cuisine Bonus: How to extend your trip - including Budva, Sveti Stefan, Lake Skadar, and pairing Montenegro with DubrovnikPlaces & Links Mentioned Custom Trip Planning ServicesBook Car RentalsPrivate Airport TransfersGet your eSIMAirports - Tivat Airport and Podgorica AirportBay of Kotor - Kotor old town, Dobrota, Perast, Our Lady of the Rocks, St George Island, Cathedral of Saint Tryphon, and Fortress of San GiovanniMount Lovćen - cable car, alpine coaster, Falcon Fly, Aerobar, Njegoš Mausoleum, and Monte 1350 BarThe North - Žabljak, Durmitor National Park, Đurđevića Tara Bridge, Tara Canyon, Black Lake, Ladena Pećina (Ice Cave), Ćurevac viewpoint, Jablan Lake, Sedlo Pass, and Durmitor RingBonus extensions - Budva, Sveti Stefan, Lake Skadar, Pavlova Strana viewpoint, Ulcinj, Velika Plaža, Ada Bojana, Cetinje, Lipa Cave, Herceg Novi, Tivat, the Prokletije (Accursed Mountains), Kolašin, Dubrovnik (Croatia)What's next? ✨ Book a Trip Consultation - let's start planning your dream trip to Europe!  ✨ Browse and download our collection of itineraries at travelwithtyla.com ✨ Follow on Instagram @travelwith.tyla for more Europe travel inspiration ✨ Subscribe so you never miss a future episode! Support the show

    7 Day Montenegro Itinerary - From Kotor Bay to Durmitor National Park

  4. Aug 28

    Magical Madeira - Portugal’s Best Island Escape w/ Red White Adventures

    Send Tyla a message In this episode, Tyla hands the microphone to Josefine from Red White Adventures for a complete Madeira travel guide with everything you need to plan a trip to Portugal's most underrated island. From the shoulder-season sweet spots and the best levada walks to the trickiest airport in Europe and the corners of the island most visitors never reach. Closer to Africa than mainland Portugal, this tiny speck of green in the Atlantic packs lush ancient forests, cloud-topped peaks and hidden waterfalls into an island you can drive across in an afternoon.  So grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and prepare to escape to the wild green mountains and misty levada trails of magical Madeira! In this episode, you'll learn… Why Madeira feels more like Hawaii than a typical beach island and why it's still one of Europe's most underrated escapesThe best time to visit Madeira, and why the shoulder season (March-April and September-October) beats the summer crowdsThe truth about Madeira's notorious airport and why pilots need special training to land thereWhether to rent a car or rely on the local buses, plus the steep reality of driving there!Where to base yourself - comparing Funchal, Calheta, Santana and the natural pools of Porto MonizWhat a levada actually is and why these trails are ideal for beginnersWhy the famous PR trails need to be pre-booked and paid for in advanceHow to use Madeira's live webcams and microclimates to always find sunshine somewhere on the islandActivities to do beyond hiking: including whale and dolphin watching, the historic Monte toboggan ride, jeep tours and wine tastings!Local dishes to eat and drink while you explore the islandA bonus detour to the Azores and which island to choose (Spoiler: Do both!)Places & Links Mentioned SPECIAL DISCOUNT: Use code TYLA30 for 30% off the Red White Adventures' 7-Day Madeira Guide (with a map of 100+ locations)Travel Blog - Red White AdventuresFollow Josefine on Instagram @redwhiteadventuresBlog Post #1: 12 of the Best Hikes in MadeiraBlog Post $2: Best Coastal Trail - Vereda do LaranoVisit Madeira - official PR trail bookings + live island webcamsLocations mentioned - Funchal, Rua de Santa Maria, Monte, Câmara de Lobos, Calheta, Ponta do Sol, Santa Cruz, Santana, Porto da Cruz, Porto Moniz, Machico, Ponta de São Lourenço, Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo (PR1), and the Azores (São Miguel, Terceira & Furnas)What's next? ✨ Book a Trip Consultation - let's start planning your dream trip to Europe!  ✨ Browse and download our collection of itineraries at travelwithtyla.com ✨ Follow on Instagram @travelwith.tyla for more Europe travel inspiration ✨ Subscribe so you never miss a future episode! Support the show

    Magical Madeira - Portugal’s Best Island Escape w/ Red White Adventures

  5. Aug 14

    8 Day Croatia Itinerary - Dubrovnik, Korčula, Hvar & Split

    Send Tyla a message In this episode, Tyla takes you on an 8-day itinerary along Croatia's stunning Dalmatian Coast, from the walled city of Dubrovnik to the idyllic island escapes of Korčula and Hvar. Croatia is one of those destinations where trip planning can quickly spiral into overwhelm. Not because it's a difficult country to visit, but because the ferries between islands run on limited schedules and getting the order wrong can cost you an entire day of your trip!  So join Tyla, as she break down this route and shares all her top tips including how to experience Dubrovnik's Game of Thrones-famous Old Town without getting swallowed by cruise ship crowds, when to visit for the best weather and prices, plus why this trip works brilliantly without renting a car. So grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and prepare to escape to the walled cities, sandy coves and lush vineyards of Croatia's Dalmatian Coast! In this episode, you'll learn… Why late May, early June or the second half of September are the smartest months to visit Croatia's Dalmatian Coast (and why the ferry schedules are important for timing your visit!)Where to stay in Dubrovnik if you'd rather skip the steep steps, loud noise and inflated prices of the Old TownWhy waking up early and walking Dubrovnik's city walls at 8am is the single most important tip in this whole episode!Three ways to spend a free day in Dubrovnik, from sea kayaking past hidden caves to a peacock-filled island escapeWhy Korčula's Old Town is one of Croatia's most beautiful and genius historical sightsPlus, the 400-year-old sword dance you can only see on Korčula!Why Hvar has a split personality as Croatia's answer to Mykonos and a sleepy island filled with stone villages and lavender fields Whether you actually need a rental car for this trip (spoiler: NO!)Where and why to extend your trip if eight days along the Dalmatian Coast isn't enoughPlaces & Links Mentioned Custom Trip Planning ServicesDubrovnik Cruise Ship Schedule Dubrovnik Old Town - including the Stradun (main street), city walls, Onofrio's Fountain, the Rector's Palace and Fort LovrijenacMount Srđ Cable Car (for views over Dubrovnik)Lokrum Island (peacocks & monasteries) and Betina Cave (sea kayaking)Dubrovnik's beaches - Banje Beach (busy) and Sveti Jakov Beach (quiet)Korčula Old Town - St Mark's Cathedral and the Moreška sword danceLumbarda village (Pošip and Grk wine tastings) and Vela Pržina BeachHvar Old Town - St Stephen's Square and Fortica FortressThe Pakleni Islands - Palmižana and JerolimHvar's quieter side - Dubovica Beach, Sveta Nedjelja and Velo GrabljeDiocletian's Palace (Split)Extend Trip - Plitvice Lakes National Park and TrogirWhat's next? ✨ Book a Trip Consultation - let's start planning your dream trip to Europe!  ✨ Browse and download our collection of itineraries at travelwithtyla.com ✨ Follow on Instagram @travelwith.tyla for more Europe travel inspiration ✨ Subscribe so you never miss a future episode! Support the show

    8 Day Croatia Itinerary - Dubrovnik, Korčula, Hvar & Split

  6. Jul 31

    Ferries, Car Rentals & Urban Transport - How to Get Around Europe (Part 2)

    Send Tyla a message Welcome back for Part 2 of this two-part European transport series!  This episode covers the transport options that either unlock Europe's best hidden gems or cause unnecessary stress. In this practical two-part series, Tyla breaks down everything you need to know about navigating Europe's complex and layered transport systems. Sharing her honest advice and extensive knowledge from years of traveling across the continent using every mode of transport imaginable and making many mistakes along the way.  So if you're curious about navigating Europe by ferry, rental car or city transport, I suggest you grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and prepare to take notes as we break down how to navigate Europe like a pro! In this episode, you'll learn… Tip and ticks for navigating ferries in Greece, Croatia, Italy's northern lakes, Adriatic crossings and Scandinavia The difference between hydrofoil ferries and regular ferriesWhy advance bookings for ferries in the summer months are essential Essential documents needed to rent a car in Europe (Hint: international driver's permit)When renting a car makes sense and when it doesn't!Things to look out for when comparing rental cars (i.e. automatic versus manual transmission availability, petrol vs electric) European road rules: From driving on the right in continental Europe to different speed limits, vignette requirements and restricted traffic zonesHow to navigate major European cities by metro, bus and tramWhy it's important to download local transport apps before you arriveWhen taxis and ride-share apps (Uber and Bolt) are the better option Links & Resources Mentioned Custom Trip Planning ServicesFerry Booking Platforms - Ferryhopper.com and Navigazione Laghi (Italian lakes)Car Rental Platforms - Discovercars.com and Booking.comPublic Transport Apps - Google Maps and CitymapperRideshare Apps - Uber, Bolt and Free NowWhat's next? ✨ Book a Trip Consultation - let's start planning your dream trip to Europe!  ✨ Browse and download our collection of itineraries at travelwithtyla.com ✨ Follow on Instagram @travelwith.tyla for more Europe travel inspiration ✨ Subscribe so you never miss a future episode! Support the show

    Ferries, Car Rentals & Urban Transport - How to Get Around Europe (Part 2)

  7. Jul 17

    Planes, Trains & Buses - How to Navigate Transport in Europe (Part 1)

    Send Tyla a message The flights are booked and accommodations are sorted, but a crucial question remains: How do you actually get around Europe once you are there?  In this practical two-part series, Tyla breaks down everything you need to know about navigating Europe's complex and layered transport systems. Sharing her honest advice and extensive knowledge from years of traveling across the continent using every mode of transport imaginable and making many mistakes along the way.  So if you're curious about navigating Europe by plane, train or bus, I suggest you grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and prepare to take notes as we break down how to navigate Europe like a pro! In this episode, you'll learn… Why budget airline advertised prices are almost never what you actually end up paying (the hidden fees breakdown)Why online check-in 24 hours before your departure is a non-negotiable for budget carriers (and what happens if you miss it!)When flying makes sense versus when trains are actually faster and more practical for getting between destinationsWhy booking train tickets months in advance can save you significant money due to dynamic pricingThe difference between Europe's high-speed trains and regional trains The economics and logistics of European overnight trains and why they're experiencing a major revivalWhether a Eurail Pass actually offers value or if booking individual tickets in advance is cheaperWhy buses are often the better choice in Eastern Europe and the BalkansHow traffic delays affect buses and why flexibility with connections mattersThe best apps and platforms for comparing and booking each transport type (see below)Places & Resources Mentioned Custom Trip Planning ServicesFlight Search Tool - Google FlightsTrain Booking Platforms - Omio and TrainlineBus Booking Platform - FlixBusWhat's next? ✨ Book a Trip Consultation - let's start planning your dream trip to Europe!  ✨ Browse and download our collection of itineraries at travelwithtyla.com ✨ Follow on Instagram @travelwith.tyla for more Europe travel inspiration ✨ Subscribe so you never miss a future episode! Support the show

    Planes, Trains & Buses - How to Navigate Transport in Europe (Part 1)

  8. Jul 7

    3 Day Athens Itinerary + 5 Greek Island Escapes

    Send Tyla a message In this episode, Tyla takes you on a 3-day journey through ancient Athens and recommends five stunning, yet often overlooked Greek islands. This itinerary begins with exploring the many layers of Athens from the iconic Acropolis to hidden neighborhoods where locals go about their daily lives. Then to avoid the mistake most visitors fall into by following the well-trodden path to overcrowded Santorini and Mykonos, Tyla steers you toward islands that offer the same breathtaking beauty, authentic Greek charm, and sparkling Aegean waters, but with far fewer tourists and a genuine sense of discovery. So grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and prepare to escape to the ancient temples and tranquil islands of Greece! In this episode, you'll learn… How to arrive at Athens International Airport and reach the city center via metro, bus or private transferStrategic tips for experiencing Athen's central neighbhourhoods without falling into tourist trapsHow to book Acropolis tickets in advance and the difference between standard tickets and combo tickets Hidden gems and the neighbourhoods most visitors missWhere to find authentic Athenian food and markets Best months to plan your visit that balance weather, ferry accessibility, and manageable crowds Why ferries to Greek islands are best booked via third-party sites like Ferryhopper or Directferries Why the islands of Hydra, Milos, Folegandros, Spetses and Serifos deserve to be at the top of your Greek island travel list! How mixing different island types (Cycladic vs. Saronic) creates more varied experiences compared to visiting multiple similar islandsPlaces & Resources Mentioned Welcome Pickups (airport transfer service)Athens neighbourhoods - Monastiraki, Plaka, Filopappou Hill, Psyrri, Kolonaki, Lycabettus Hill, Exarchia, Kerameikos, Metaxourgeio, Ano Petralona, Koukaki and Makrigianni Acropolis Tickets + Museum Tickets Buy Ferry Tickets - Ferryhopper and DirectferriesGreek Islands - Hydra, Milos, Folegandros, Spetses and Serifos What's next? ✨ Book a Trip Consultation - let's start planning your dream trip to Europe!  ✨ Browse and download our collection of itineraries at travelwithtyla.com ✨ Follow on Instagram @travelwith.tyla for more Europe travel inspiration ✨ Subscribe so you never miss a future episode! Support the show

    3 Day Athens Itinerary + 5 Greek Island Escapes
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Travel with Tyla is your weekly escape to Europe through immersive audio itineraries and inspiring personal travel stories. Each episode explores a new destination with a detailed trip plan you can dream about or use to plan your next adventure. So grab a coffee, get comfy and join Tyla as you wander through Europe together, one itinerary at a time!

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  • Creator
    Tyla Train
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    42
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    © 2026 Travel with Tyla
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