Seattle to Unknown

This week's episode brings us to the wild world of international snack box subscriptions.  Join us as we talk about what we got and how weird (or strangely familiar) what we received was

Hello Friends! Holy Cow its 2021 and we are back with more fun venturing into the unknown! Join your favorite travel pod hots as we discuss sexy potatoes in an amusing game of Am I the Asshole. So yeah there are swears in this one FYI but its a good episode so you are going to want to listen!

Hey folks, this week's episode is about what the new year will hold, what changes we're making, and Sarah's hopes for turning Mellinda into a fanny pack fan.

Scrambling to find gifts for the travelers in your life?  don't worry, we've got you covered

Hello friends! Have you like Sarah ever participated in a campaign on Kickstarter for some sweet innovative travel gear? Well we have some great trial and error Kickstarter stories and a quiz to fill you in just in case you are more like Mellinda and have never ventured onto the site. Can you guess which were the real products and which were made up? Test your knowledge with this week's episode! 

This week's episode is inspired by Buzzfeed's list of what other countries consider "American."  Can Mellinda guess them all? 

Hello Friends! This week we talk about what movies we like to watch when we need a break from the world! So get comfy, grab some snacks and start adding movies to your streaming lists! 

So you're thinking of venturing out into the world, but you're concerned about keeping viruses and whatnot at bay.  This week's episode is all about precautions you can take to keep yourself safe before, after, and during your adventures.

Hello Friends! This week we have our second guest to the pod! Join us as we pit Carrie against Sarah in a friendly game of pub trivia where we all learn something new and figure out who really is the favorite person (hint: it's totally Mellinda).

This week's episode is all about quarantines of the past, the present, and what it means for our future of travel

Hello friends! This week's episode we talk about places we are dreaming about going to, you know one day when the world isn't in the middle of a pandemic. Join us as we talk about things we are looking forward to seeing in the future!

Bet you thought we were done with the icebreaker questions, didn't you?  Well, jokes on you.  This week we come back with the REAL last part of our Career Break Site questions.

This week we are back with more questions from Career Break Site, where Mellinda quizzes Sarah on her travel preferences, favorite memories, and of course, which animals would win in a fight (you know, totally normal stuff)

Hello friends! This week Sarah and Mellinda share some of their favorite travel reviews that have all been given one star. Join us as we read some interesting takes on some great and maybe not so great places to see while on vacation.

For this week's episode, Mellinda quizzes Sarah on her favorites, least favorites, and biggest travel blunders.

Welcome back friends! Join Sarah while she tests Mellinda's geography skills with some timed knowledge tests! Will Mellinda ace these world questions or will her public school knowledge fail her in this weeks Quaranteeny episode! 

This week we play a round of Travel Would You Rather?, talk about Sarah's run-in with the eldest Hanson brother and a pilot who let his girlfriend steer a plane (or not??)

Hello! Quarantine is still happening but seems to be letting up in some places but the world is still changing. Lets just take some time to talk about nothing and anything so we can still find a way to connect and feel human.

Hello and welcome back to this week's episode, in which Sarah and Mellinda play a game of travel 20 questions. Mellinda doesn't cheat, per se...but Sarah's still not happy. 

Hello friends! This week's Quaranteeny episode we play ye old drinking game: Never have I ever. What could be a better way to get to know a travel friend then by playing this game? So grab a beverage of choice and play along with Sally and Mell Mell! Don't worry, this will all make sense at the end.... I think.

Hey there and welcome back!  This week's episode is in the style of a classic slumber party: we sit around, drink, and take dorky travel quizzes off the internet.  What could be better? grab a drink and cozy up while we bare our souls.  Who knows? maybe a pillow fight will break out**it won't. Nobody has ever had a pillow fight at a slumber party; they're strictly urban legends

Hello friends! So most of us are staying home to stay safe or in quarantine of some sort so this week we are talking about what that looks like for us and what we are doing to stay sane. We call these the Quaranteeny episodes! Join us as we try and navigate these hard times together.

Hey folks!  We know it's tough to be stuck inside when you want to be out exploring, which is why this week we bring you a taste of easter traditions from around the world.  

Hey everyone, unfortunately due to crazy work schedules and shelter in place stress, there is no new episode this week BUT! we will be back next week with an episode all about interesting Easter traditions from around the world.  We'll see you back here next week!

Hello!This week we try and help you game plan so you can have a smooth trip at Disneyland and reminisce about some good times we have had at the park. We give tips on how to make the most out of your time and some key tips on staying hydrated and wearing sunscreen. Seriously, drink water and wear sunscreen you guys. 

Soooo...things have gotten pretty "interesting" lately, eh?  It looks like travel is off the table for a little bit, so what are we to do? This week is all about tips for keeping yourself going while on what we are choosing to look at as a lengthy staycation

Life can get a little crazy sometimes so this week is our second Sidekick episode (YAY!). Join us as we get off topic but come back too fast too furious with travel gear and how Dirty Dancing 2: Havana Nights became a thing. Trust me this is a good Sidekick you won't want to miss!

As you may have guessed from the title, this week's episode is all about travelling with kids.  We talk about how to decide if travelling with your kids is right for you, and if you decide it is, how to stay safe and keep your mini-mes safe and entertained.

This week we talk about extra vacation time and road trips. We cover how to get ready, what to bring with you, and introduce you to a little something we call road trip sushi! 

This week's episode is for pet owners who might be considering travelling with their furry family but aren't sure if it's feasible.  You can, indeed, travel with pets but it's A LOT of work, so listen carefully and see if all the work is worth it for you.

Hello! Yes this week's episode sounds like a bad cooking show title (now with no msg!) but we are actually talking about an upcoming process that will change how some people enter the EU and then we take a detour into the realm of Lord Of The Rings... just go with it, it's a good episode full of handy information. *Warning* for those who are sensitive there is vomit talk in the beginning.... 

This week's episode is a fundamental topic in the world of travel--how do you save money to make it possible?  Sure, we all want to see the world, but that comes at a cost and this week we tell you our tips and tricks for socking away enough cash to make it happen.

Well hello! This week we talk about where your passport can take you and the hoops you might have to jump through to get a visa depending on where your passport is from

This week's episode is all about fantastic accommodations and where to find it.  No, not the magical kind, unless your defintion of magical is chichi and surreal, in which case you're in luck.

Hey everybody! We're back and we're introducing our Sidekick episodes where we dive into reviews of travel gear that you might want to check out.  This week we're talking about the Flight Flap (or Flex Flap, as they're effectively the same thing) and Grid-It.  Give it a listen and find out if we think these are essentials or essentially worthless.  

Welcome back! This week's episode is our last before our holiday break. Whether you're traveling by plane, train, or automobile, here are our recommendations for how to keep yourself entertained during your holiday travels.

Hello again!  This week's episode is all about what Mellinda and I want to see and do in the next year.  Come and listen to our travel goals for 2020 and maybe gather some inspiration for your coming adventures.  

Christmas is nearing and it's getting down to the wire.  Do you know what you're getting your loved ones for Christmas? We can't help you with everything, but we can help you find the perfect gifts for the travellers in your life. Give this week's episode a listen and be the hero of the holiday.

So you're looking for winter travel ideas? What a coinkydink, because this week, we've got em.  This week's episode is all about winter fun, from unusual Christmas markets to Christmas Market food

Hello there! When you think of travel, do you think of a fond travel memory, what do you think of? Hanging out on a beach? a really cool museum? Or do you, like us, remember that one meal you had that you will sadly never get again? Ok, sure, we think of those other things too, but who doesn't lust after food they once had?  This week's episode is all about food that's worth travelling for.  Anybody else getting hungry now?  If not, you will be after listening.

Hey everybody!  This week's episode is all about travel laws.  Some are things you might not know but should, others are just silly laws that you might not ever need to know, but will make you laugh anyway.  Come back next week for an episode all about the food that's worth travelling for.

Hey!  So...this episode is a little different and a little short.  Here is a brief teaser for the next episode.  Come back next week for the whole thing :)

Welcome back and welcome to one of everyone's favorite topics: pet peeves. We've all got 'em, the little things that happen while travelling that drive you batty.  Whether it be the jerk in the hostel who wakes everyone up at the buttcrack of dawn or the person who clips their nails on the airplane. We cover allll the things that drive you insane.

Hey Everybody!  This week's episode is all about the ultimate Halloween destinations.  Buckle in for a spoopy good time. 

Welcome back!  This week's episode is all about the importance of choosing the right travel partner(s), how to find them, and how to keep them.  The right travel buddy is key to an enjoyable trip and choosing the wrong person can be a disaster waiting to happen.  Give this week's episode a listen and see what things you need to consider when making this very important decision!

So, you're packing for a trip and the entire internet is shouting "PACK LESS STUFF" at you, but what they don't tell you is how you're supposed to smell fresh as a daisy when you're wearing the same shirt for the fifth day in a row.  This week's episode is all about how to deal with the dreaded laundry pile that's forming in your bag.  What can you do to keep yourself so fresh and so clean?  What should you pack that might mitigate that swampy feeling?  Don't worry, we've got you covered.

Hey Folks!  This week we are discussing a man with a magical golden ticket for American Airlines, travel anxiety, and ways to cop with those anxieties.  

Hey there, people!  This week's episode is all about how to plan your first international trip if you're feeling about anxious about the prospect of going abroad.  You CAN do it!  It's all a matter of managing your stress and not overloading yourself.  Give this week's episode a listen and then come back next week when we will discuss managing travel anxiety while you're out on our adventures

Travel is, despite what the internet may have you believe, not reserved for one type of people.  This week we talk about travel shaming in many of its ugly forms, and offer a friendly reminder that travel is for everyone.  It's something we all need to remember occasionally--our way is not the only way, our bodies are not the only acceptable bodies, and all people of all ages occasionally need to get from point A to point B (yes, even crying babies!). 

Hey folks! This week we talk about how to deal with your post-vacation blues.  Do you have your own tip for shaking off the I've-got-to-return-to-the-real-world-funk? Shoot us an email so we can share it in future episodes!

This week's episode is part II of our Nordic Adventure travelog.  We talk about Oslo, Stockholm, Helsinki and the weird, weird art of Scandinavia.  We also discuss Marriott and Hyatt's recent green efforts, and send you on your way with a new tip of the week