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Love to travel? The Travel Lemming Podcast is for you! Your hosts Nate Hake and Betty Hurd will keep you up to date on the latest in travel news, as well as helpful planning tips and informative interviews from Travel Lemming's team of global travel experts. About Travel Lemming: We're a team of locals & experts who share our travel experiences. At TravelLemming.com, you can find over 1,500 helpful travel guides to destinations around the world. We also have community meetups in several cities around the United States & Canada. We hope you'll join the Travel Lemming Community!

  1. APR 23

    North Carolina Travel Guide for First Timers (Podcast #40)

    In this episode, Lea Rose & Betty chat about all things North Carolina! Lea Rose was born & raised in North Carolina, and she shares essential things to know about the state + what you should know before visiting. They chat about the three regions of North Carolina, how to stay safe, the top experiences you need to have, and so much more. Plus, Lea Rose shares what you need to know about North Carolinian food. Have a question about North Carolina? Drop it in the comments 👇   📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -All North Carolina guides: https://travellemming.com/north-carolina/  -Best Things to Do in NC: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-north-carolina/ -Best Things to Do in Asheville: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-asheville/ -Asheville vs Charlotte: https://travellemming.com/asheville-vs-charlotte/  -Where to Stay in Asheville: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-asheville/  -Where to Stay in Charlotte: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-charlotte/  -Places to Visit in North Carolina: https://travellemming.com/places-to-visit-in-north-carolina/  -North Carolina Foods: https://travellemming.com/north-carolina-food/  -North Carolina Packing List: https://travellemming.com/north-carolina-packing-list/ -Towns in Western North Carolina: https://travellemming.com/towns-in-western-north-carolina/    📰 Perspectives from Travel Lemming.com -Don't just visit Western North Carolina, experience it. Here's how: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/appalachian-culture-western-north-carolina/  #NorthCarolina #NorthCarolinaTravel #traveltips    Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Introduction & Overview 00:01:46 – Top Things To Do 00:09:17 – Must-Try Foods & Drinks 00:13:33 – Outer Banks 00:15:37 – Where To Stay 00:18:34 – Budgeting & Getting Around 00:21:39 – Safety Tips & Hurricanes 00:23:31 – Best Time To Visit 00:27:19 – Final Tips & Wrap-Up

    30 min

  2. MAR 12

    Day of the Dead in Mexico City (How to Plan for the Festival)

    Don't wait until the last minute to plan your trip to Mexico City for Dia de los Muertos. In this episode, Betty & Cat discuss exactly what you need to do in order to prepare for the holiday. They chat about what Day of the Dead actually is, how long it runs for, the main events in Mexico City, where to stay for the festival, safety, etiquette tips, + so much more. 👉 Read "Why you should go to Mexico City for Day of the Dead" TravelLemming.com: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/mexico-city-day-of-the-dead-festival/   Have a question about Dia de los Muertos in Mexico City? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -Where to Stay in Mexico City: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-mexico-city/ -Things to do in Mexico City: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-mexico-city/ -Mexico City neighborhoods: https://travellemming.com/mexico-city-neighborhoods/  -Museums in Mexico City: https://travellemming.com/museums-in-mexico-city/ -Mexico packing list: https://travellemming.com/packing-list-for-mexico/ -All Mexico City guides: https://travellemming.com/mexico-city/ #DayOfTheDead #DiaDeLosMuertos #MexicoCity   00:00 - Intro 01:16 - What is Day of the Dead in Mexico City? 03:30 - First impressions, parades, & ofrendas 13:11 - Is it worth going solo? 14:33 - What is the "big parade"? 15:09 - How to prepare (Cat's #1 tip) 16:29 - How to pack (don't forget this!) 17:20 - Where to stay for the festival 19:18 - What does a realistic budget look like? 22:33 - Is the festival safe? 23:55 - How to get around Mexico City 26:53 - When exactly is the festival (know these dates) 29:35 - Know this etiquette before you go

    34 min

  3. FEB 26

    Peru - How to Plan the Perfect Trip

    Imagine going to Machu Picchu and your view is 100% blocked by fog! This happened to Nate on his recent Peru trip, but thankfully he made a decision the night before that saved his whole visit.  In this episode, Nate gives his crucial tips for visiting quintessential Peru spots like Machu Picchu, Cusco, The Sacred Valley, and Lima. He also shares his #1 Peru itinerary planning tip, incredible hotels to stay in, epic sites, food, & so much more. Nate also has a full YouTube video guide to Machu Picchu: https://youtu.be/TLP9--O2Q2c?si=i06NE0PLpzrp0mn4 And also a playlist of 10 YouTube Peru videos, perfect for planning your trip: https://youtu.be/QrkK8NKRkhU?si=zuFSPGBGbg-vHnhg  Have a question about Peru? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -Where to stay for visiting Machu Picchu: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-for-machu-picchu/  -Where to Stay in Cusco & The Sacred Valley: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-cusco/  -Where to Stay in Lima: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-lima/  -10 day Peru itinerary: https://travellemming.com/peru-itinerary/  -21 Peru travel tips: https://travellemming.com/peru-travel-tips/    🛎️ Peru Hotels Nate Recommends -Tambo del Inka, Sacred Valley: https://travellemming.com/hotels/tambo-del-inka/ -JW Marriott El Convento Cusco: https://travellemming.com/hotels/jw-marriott-el-convento-cusco/ -Jaya Machu Picchu Boutique Hotel Aguas Calientes: https://travellemming.com/hotels/jaya-machu-picchu-boutique-hotel/ -Palacio del Inka Cusco: https://travellemming.com/hotels/palacio-del-inka/  -Hilton Lima Miraflores: https://travellemming.com/hotels/hilton-lima-miraflores/  #Peru #PeruTravel #PeruPodcast  Timestamps: 00:00 - How Nate almost failed Machu Picchu 05:01 - Where to stay for Machu Picchu 08:08 - How to prep for the altitude (important!) 12:30 - Is Peru just for trekkers? 15:58 - Why you shouldn't skip Lima 21:23 - History you should know 24:54 - Cusco sites & where to stay 28:25 - A traditional Peruvian drink 29:27 - Get this ticket for Cusco & the Sacred Valley 33:12 - Our Peru itinerary & more Peru guides

    36 min

  4. JAN 29

    Vancouver - What to Know Before Your Trip

    Don't plan your trip to Vancouver, British Columbia without watching this podcast episode. Cat is a Vancouver local, and Betty interviews her on everything a first-timer needs to know before they go. They chat about the very best things to do in the city, where to stay, how to get around, & how to visit on a budget. They also chat about safety tips for Vancouver & what neighborhoods to avoid. Have a question about visiting Vancouver? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -All Vancouver guides: https://travellemming.com/vancouver/   -All British Columbia guides: https://travellemming.com/british-columbia/   -Where to Stay in Vancouver: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-vancouver/   -Things to Do in Vancouver: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-vancouver/   -5 Day Vancouver Itinerary: https://travellemming.com/vancouver-itinerary/  -Vancouver Neighborhoods: https://travellemming.com/vancouver-neighbourhoods/  -Is Vancouver Safe?: https://travellemming.com/is-vancouver-safe/   -Day Trips from Vancouver: https://travellemming.com/day-trips-from-vancouver/    💻 Perspectives from TravelLemming.com -Vancouver's Strathcona neighborhood is a hidden gem: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/vancouver-history-in-strathcona/ -Salt Spring Island: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/i-think-everyone-should-visit-salt-spring-island/  #Vancouver #BritishColumbia #VisitVancouver #TravelPodcast  Segment Timestamps 00:00:00 – Intro 00:02:24 – Best Things to Do 00:05:24 – How to Get Around 00:07:19 – Film & TV Industry   00:10:12 – Where to Stay 00:17:00 – Budget Travel Tips 00:19:00 – Is Vancouver Safe? 00:21:13 – Gastown & Chinatown 00:22:29 – Food Scene

    34 min

  5. JAN 15

    Amsterdam - What to Know Before Your Trip

    Watch this before you go to Amsterdam. In this episode, Betty & Amsterdam local creator Amber discuss exactly what you need to know about travel in Amsterdam. They chat about etiquette mistakes not to make, where to stay, Dutch food to try, the best things to do in the city, + so much more.  They also discuss where NOT to stay in Amsterdam & safety tips. Have a question about Amsterdam? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -Where to Stay in Amsterdam: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-amsterdam/   -Things to do in Amsterdam: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-amsterdam/  -5 day Amsterdam itinerary: https://travellemming.com/amsterdam-itinerary/  -Amsterdam packing list: https://travellemming.com/amsterdam-packing-list/  #Amsterdam #NetherlandsTravel #TravelPodcast

    49 min

  6. 12/31/2025

    Prague For First-Timers

    Heading to Prague? Watch this BEFORE you go! In this episode, our local Prague expert Meera chats with our host Betty about how to do the city right if it's your first time. Meera & Betty cover Czech etiquette you need to know, the top sites & attractions, food you need to try, exactly where to stay, + so much more.  They also reveal what NOT to do in Prague & Meera's top tips for visiting. Have a question about Prague? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -Where to Stay in Prague: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-prague/  -Things to Do in Prague: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-prague/  -5 Day Prague Itinerary: https://travellemming.com/prague-itinerary/  -Where to stay in Cesky Krumlov: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-cesky-krumlov/  #Prague #CzechRepublic #CeskyKrumlov #Prague Travel

    1h 1m

  7. 12/11/2025

    Portugal - What to Know Before Your Trip

    Planning a trip to Portugal? Don't hop on the plane without listening to this episode. Our host Betty chats with Travel Lemming Senior Travel Writer & Video Producer Sky Ariella about what makes Portugal so special. They discuss where to go first in the country, Sky's favorite hidden gems, safety stats you should know, the most iconic attractions, and foods to try. Sky also shares what she thinks is the WORST time to visit Portugal + travel mistakes not to make. It's all in this episode & more. Have a question about Portugal? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -All Portugal guides: https://travellemming.com/portugal/      -Day trips from Lisbon: https://travellemming.com/day-trips-from-lisbon/    -Where to stay in Lisbon: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-lisbon/    -Where to stay in Porto: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-porto/    -Places to visit in Portugal: https://travellemming.com/places-to-visit-in-portugal/  -Where to stay in Nazare: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-nazare/  -Portugal packing list: https://travellemming.com/portugal-packing-list/  -10 day Portugal itinerary: https://travellemming.com/portugal-itinerary/       🎙️ Other Links Mentioned:  -50 best places to travel in 2025: https://travellemming.com/best-places-to-travel-2025/  #Portugal #Porto #PortugalTravel   00:00:00 – Intro 00:02:00 – Meet Sky 00:04:28 – Why Visit Portugal? 00:07:21 – Where to Go on Your First Trip 00:12:09 – When to Visit Portugal 00:13:27 – Best Things to Do 00:15:00 – Must-Try Portuguese Dishes 00:21:00 – Day Trips from Lisbon & Porto 00:22:43 – Fado Music 00:30:41 – How to Get Around Portugal 00:33:15 – Is Portugal Safe? (Especially for Solo Travelers) 00:35:37 – Why You Should Travel to Portugal 00:38:12 – Outro

    38 min

  8. 11/27/2025

    Camino de Santiago (A Complete Travel Guide)

    Curious about walking the Camino de Santiago? In this episode, Betty chats with Cat who has walked the pilgrimage twice. They discuss the various routes, how to prep for the Camino, your accommodation options, safety on the trail, what NOT to do while on the pilgrimage, + so much more. Have a question about walking the Camino de Santiago? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from TravelLemming.com: -All Spain guides: https://travellemming.com/spain/  -Camino de Santiago packing list: https://travellemming.com/camino-de-santiago-packing-list/  -Walking the Camino de Santiago changed my life: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/walking-the-camino-de-santiago/  -I thought my second Camino would be easy. But it was one of the toughest experiences of my life: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/camino-primitivo-experience/  -I couldn't travel to Spain this year, so I walked a Canadian Camino in Nova Scotia instead: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/camino-nova-scotia/   #CaminoDeSantiago #CaminoSpain #caminofrances Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:55 – Meet Catherine Driver 00:03:10 – History & Routes of the Camino 00:10:08 – The Camino Francés 00:11:57 – Difficulty Level & Daily Distance 00:15:46 – Training & Preparation 00:17:51 – Packing Tips & Essentials 00:24:23 – A Day in the Life on the Camino 00:29:00 – Albergues + Accommodation 00:34:10 – Language Barriers & Spanish Basics 00:36:11 – Bedbugs, Apps & Staying Flexible 00:38:13 – Types of Accommodation & Booking Tips 00:42:31 – Budgeting: Daily & Overall Costs 00:44:28 – Is the Camino Safe? Solo Travel Tips 00:47:01 – Waymarking & Getting Lost 00:50:28 – Best Time of Year to Walk 00:54:02 – Short Routes & Time-Saving Options 00:57:42 – Camino Etiquette & Albergue Tips 01:01:06 – Final Tips for First-Timers 01:03:20 – Why You Should Walk the Camino 01:04:31 – Conclusion

    1h 5m
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Love to travel? The Travel Lemming Podcast is for you! Your hosts Nate Hake and Betty Hurd will keep you up to date on the latest in travel news, as well as helpful planning tips and informative interviews from Travel Lemming's team of global travel experts. About Travel Lemming: We're a team of locals & experts who share our travel experiences. At TravelLemming.com, you can find over 1,500 helpful travel guides to destinations around the world. We also have community meetups in several cities around the United States & Canada. We hope you'll join the Travel Lemming Community!

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