Trip Sisters

Catie – Northern California – Sonoma County and Monterey County Sonoma County is about 1.5 hours from the San Francisco airport. Monterey is 90 minutes from the other direction. I always stay in the town of Healdsburg when I visit Sonoma. It’s a quaint little town where you can walk around with great food, shopping, and wine tastings. We stayed in Harmon Guest House in Healdsburg. It is the newest addition to the acclaimed Hotel Healdsburg and H2 Hotel family. The rooftop bar is the perfect location to gather with friends and take in the Healdsburg views. This boutique hotel offers an urban sophistication with clean lines, and it is eco-friendly. It’s charming and makes you feel right at home. The Sonoma Canopy Tour is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will take you ziplining, hiking, and possibly staying overnight, in a treehouse in the Redwood Forest. Get ready for 7 ziplines, 2 sky bridges, a spiral staircase, and a rappel back to the forest floor. One of the ziplines is over 800 feet long! We stayed overnight and made memories that will last a lifetime. Gourmet dinner and breakfast are served in your treehouse if you stay overnight. (Every Yurt has its own bathroom in case you were wondering. There is no shower, but there is a sink and toilet.) The Fairmont Mission Inn & Spa is located in the heart of wine country with luxurious accommodations and a European vibe. There are numerous pools and indoor baths, as well as a sauna and steam room. The WIllow Stream Spa was a much needed treat for all of us. We secured a private cabana with a jacuzzi to use before and after our spa treatment. The elegant mission style Spa is located on top of an ancient thermal mineral spring, flowing from 1100 feet below the surface. Give yourself enough time here before or after your treatment. It’s worth it. Bricoleur and MacRostie are both family-run boutique wineries in Sonoma County with rose garden views of the Sonoma Mountains. We stayed at Bodega Bay Lodge right on the ocean and kayaked in Bodega Bay with Sonomads looking for seal pups. Hyatt Carmel Highlands in Big Sur is located in Monterey County and the town of Monterey. The Hyatt Regency Monterey and Spa is newly renovated, so check it out! Colleen – Southern California – Dana Point and Laguna Beach These two locations are only about 10-15 minutes away from each other. We stayed in Dana Point at the amazing Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel. We had an Ocean View Suite with 2 king beds. It looks over Salt Creek Beach. We took a 2-hour Whale & Dolphin Watching Tour with Dana Wharf. We saw a pod of dolphins and even a white dolphin, which is a rare sighting! Two hours was the perfect amount of time. Dana Wharf offers whale and dolphin watching, dinner cruises, sunset cruises, and even school field trips. Ashley Johnson also tells us that to get to Laguna Beach, you can fly into the John Wayne Airport. Their free trolley system resumes in late June. You can also rent a car or get an Uber. Their arts festivals, including the Pageant of the Masters, start on July 7th and run through Labor Day. July and August are the busiest months at Laguna, and after Labor Day until about October is when many tourists return home. On June 15th, you can visit with no restrictions. Full Notes & Links on the blog at: https://www.wlsam.com/2021/05/30/california-dreamin-with-the-trip-sisters-northern-versus-southern-perspectives/

Catie recently went to Washington DC with her daughter for a three-day weekend. The Nation’s Capital will fully reopen June 11th, and most restrictions will lift May 21st. She stayed at the Hay Adams Hotel located across the street from the White House. You can book dinner or lunch upstairs and see the magnificent view of the White House day or night as well. https://www.hayadams.com/ Colleen recently stayed at Chula Vista in the Wisconsin Dells. Indoor & Outdoor waterparks. Waterpark passes are included with overnight stays. There are 26 waterslides…altogether it’s 1.5 miles of fun! www.chulavistaresort.com Spa del Sol is the perfect way to treat yourself while the kids have some fun at the waterpark.. They offer 5 different types of massages, facials, aromatherapy, mani/pedis. Golf Course and miniature golf available. Catie’s travel gadget Asutra – https://www.target.com/p/asutra-go-set-sleep-aids-4pc/-/A-80633756 Natural pain relief and sleep support, perfect to use for travel. It’s a Women owned and led by women company. Mist your mood! Travel size, and Soak This day away. Bring with you when you travel. Available at Target in the sleep section. Clean mist infused with lavender and chamomile essential oils. This heavenly blend will help you unwind. Simply mist any time you want to decompress, relax, and soothe your mood. Colleen’s stay-cation gadget Pull Start Fire ($17 for 3 pack) – https://pullstartfire.com/ Easy-to-use fire starter, made with waterproof packaging & 89% recycled material No need to bring out your matches or lighter fluid when gathered around your backyard bonfire — Just pull a string! Has it rained? No worries. It will light wet or dry wood. No kindling required. 30 minutes of intense flame… rain or shine, windy or calm nights. Found at REI, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Camping World, Sportsman’s Warehouse, Amazon, and more. Easy and efficient for the teens to use, too!

Episode 94: Spring Getaways: Arizona and Florida. The Trip Sisters are talking about two sunny getaway destinations in Arizona and Florida. Catie: Started out by using Blacklane’s global chauffeur service - Fares are all-inclusive All chauffeurs are commercially licensed and insured. Chauffeurs provide meet-and-greet service, including luggage assistance. Airport pickups come with real-time flight tracking, adjustment of pickup times according to actual arrival times, and up to one hour of free waiting time. Hyatt Centric Las Olas Hotel in Ft Lauderdale https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/florida/hyatt-centric-las-olas-fort-lauderdale/fllct?src=agn_arch_prop_sem_fllct_nb_General&gclid=CjwKCAiA65iBBhB-EiwAW253WyuZPSpY9bhzaia4yTwFrOpANDN2_8DLpVqcyMUhxr6vx1bOXg5T7hoC_gUQAvD_BwE Segway tours- www.segwayfortlauderdale.com Sawgrass Recreation Park- Boat ride in the everglades https://www.evergladestours.com/ Sunny Isles we stayed the Acqualina Resort. Website: https://www.acqualinaresort.com The Acqualina Resorts hotel amenities, location, dining, activities. Colleen: Wigwam Resorts in sunny Arizona to chat about winter and spring travels. Website: wigwamarizona.com Staying at the lovely Wigwam Resort in Arizona. With the pandemic, some of us are not traveling outside of the home. Now would be a great time to renovate your home and get organized.

Trip Sisters - Episode 92 - Planning a Safe Return to Ireland in 20201. Safe Travel will be possible in the future and the Trip Sisters are planning their next trip to their family's homeland... Ireland! Join Colleen Kelly and Catie Keogh and special guest Alison Metcalfe of Tourism Ireland as they highlight the safe ways to travel Ireland. Suggestions include "Socially Distant" destinations and activities as well as this weeks news headlines and travel tips. Website: www.tourismireland.com Social: #loveireland Facebook: @ireland | Twitter: @TourismIreland | Instagram: @tourismireland

Trip Sisters - Episode 91 - The Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs. This week, the Trip Sisters (Colleen Kelly & Catie Keogh) traveled to the Emerald Valley and Pikes Peak area to explore the activities and lodging of the Broadmoor. www.broadmoor.com for more info and details about discount deals for your next Colorado Rocky Mountain vacation.

Amtrak’s new fleet is powering into the 21st century with high-speed, low-carbon trains. Cruise ships won't be setting sail in U.S. waters until perhaps next year. With the holidays coming up, some people are debating whether or not they should travel to visit family during the pandemic. Wear Masks During Travel

We're headed to warmer weather with Colleen and Catie this week as we look at Sierra Vista, Arizona. In this this week's travel news, the Grand Canyon gains the Dark Sky Park status, and archaeologists have found prehistoric mammoth traps outside of Mexico...

Colleen and Catie tell us the best solo traveling tips in 2020. It has been a growing topic over the past few years and the sisters picked out their dream locations to go alone. Colleen wants to go to Italy for all the culture and sights to see. Catie takes us to Sedona, Arizona for nature and wildlife. Then, Rosalind Cummings-Yeates joins the sisters to talk about her life as a traveler. Finally, the sisters give you the best tips and tricks they found for solo travel.

Sisters Colleen Kelly & Catie Keogh talk about their top food related resort getaways and how to expand the palate of your picky eaters. Also in today’s show, celebrity restaurateur and chef Jeremy Fall, seen on Food Network, Bravo, CBS and many more joins the show and the Trip Sisters talk tips on researching a destination’s local cuisine and food culture.

This week, Colleen & Catie share their picks for their favorite Wellness & Yoga Retreats!

The unofficial start of summer is here, and Colleen & Catie share their picks for the best things to over Memorial Day Weekend. Plus, Scott Keyes of scottscheapflights.com jumps on the show to detail how his site saves airline passengers hundreds of dollars and discusses some of the biggest mistakes people make when booking flights

This week's episode details the best stops on a quick visit to the Houston and Chicago area. As always the ladies discuss the top destinations, restaurants, and excursions to pursue while in these huge metropolis areas.

Colleen & Catie's Picks for Multi-generational Travel Colleen: Tucson, Arizona. Catie: Amelia Island, Florida - With plenty of history, shops, golfing and luxury resorts, it’s great for the whole family. Accommodations. Special Guest Co-Host Aaron Schlein - Travel Expert, Blogger, and dad!

Colleen and Catie know that traveling can get expensive, so today they discuss how you can save some cash on your next vacation. The sisters share some of their favorite budget-friendly places to visit and give a few of their favorite booking tips. Plus, travel-budget expert Keith King jumps on the show to talk about some of his best travel hacking tips.

Colleen & Catie go coast to coast as they share their picks for the greatest state capitals to visit, and what to do while you're there. The sisters also go head-to-head in a state capital quiz!

Trip Sisters Episode 68 - Travel Disasters (Encore Presentation) Guest: Spud Hilton This week Colleen and Catie discuss travel disasters. Starting in the air, several weird things can happen to you while on an airplane. Spud Hilton the host of the travel podcast Inappropriate Traveler, joins the show to talk about crazy travel experiences. Plus, Trip Sisters Tips to help avoid travel disasters.

Encore Presentation - Colleen Kelly and Catie Keogh discuss the National Park system, it's history and the wonders we've heard of and a few hidden surprises. Special Guest: John Syron.

Staycations (Encore Presentation - Originally aired 08/08/18) Colleen Kelly & Catie Keogh Have Their Picks & Tips to Make the Most of Your Staycation. Guest Roy Sekoff.

American Girls, Colleen Kelly & Catie Keogh have this weeks travel news and feature the best city in each of the Fabulous Fifty States. A jet that resembles the sleek design possibly preferred by Bond villains might actually become one of the most environmentally friendly ways to travel. RetailMeNot shopping and travel expert, Sara Skirboll has information about finding special offers to help you save money on your next travel adventure.

Spring Break is right around the corner, so Colleen & Catie have all the tips and tricks to save money on last-minute getaways. Budget and Lifestyle Expert Lindsay Myers jumps on the show to discuss the Spring Break hot-spots you should avoid and gives ideas on how to save on flights and hotel rooms. Plus, the sisters share everything you need to know about traveling during the Coronavirus outbreak.

Colleen & Catie fight the winter cold with their picks for the warm and sunny Dominican republic. John Tarkowski from Apple Leisure Group Vacations jumps on the show to discuss what you need to know before booking your trip to the Dominican and to share some new products and services coming from Apple Vacations.

Colleen and Catie know that traveling can get expensive, so today they discuss how you can save some cash on your next vacation. The sisters share some of their favorite budget-friendly places to visit and give a few of their favorite booking tips. Plus, travel-budget expert Keith King jumps on the show to talk about some of his best travel hacking tips.

Colleen and Catie broadcast from the Travel & Adventure Show in Rosemont to discuss all the fun you can fun at the event, and how attending can help inspire your next vacation. Susie Sponder from the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau fills the sisters in on Miamiland, and Michelle Lardizabal from MSC Cruises shares how you could save on one of their trips by attending the Travel & Adventure Show.

Colleen and Catie yodel over to Europe to discuss their Picks on what to do and where to stay while in Switzerland. Virgin Galactic is one step closer to offering commercial space flights, and the sisters discuss taking a ride. A recent study shows the favorite US flight destinations for Europeans, and the thing they least enjoyed about the States. Plus, find out how attending the Chicago Travel & Adventure Show could score you a once-in-a-lifetime trip!

With Valentines Day soon approaching, Colleen and Catie talk about romantic getaways! In travel news this week, the next 'Bachelor' is a Delta pilot and half of all married couples argue about work on vacation but couples who travel together tend to be happier. If you're looking for advice on your romantic getaway, the sisters recommend what to do, see, and eat in Nantucket, Massachusetts, and Healdsburg in Sonoma Co., California. Plus, world-renowned psychosexual therapist Dr. Ruth Westheimer joins the show to talk traveling with a significant other, and Colleen and Catie round put the show with this week's Gadgets, Apps, and Travel Tips.

It's prime time for the winter blues and Colleen and Catie talk about warm places to go this winter. To start the show, the sisters look at this week's travel news: How to help people and animals affected by the Australia Wildfires, millions of American's cannot afford winter travel, and best in-flight experiences. Later, the sisters give us information about their winter travel picks, Tucson, Arizona, and Clearwater, Florida. Plus, Nick Molle calls in to talk about film making, adventuring, and conservation, and we end the show with this week's Gadgets, Apps, and Travel Tips.

Those tiny bottles of shampoo and conditioner will be disappearing from Hyatt Hotels. In other travel news this week, Americans spend 24 full work days a year daydreaming about vacation, and Kayak has a new tool to make business trip booking much easier. Speaking of Business Trips, Colleen and Catie give their best advice regarding their business trip picks in Chicago, and New York City. Later, author of '1,000 Places to See Before You Die' Patricia Schultz joins the show to talk about the new book and traveling, and we round out the show with this week's travel gadgets, apps, and travel tips for your next business trip.

Travel news reports Boeing halting the production of the 737 Max planes. Colleen and Catie tell us the best solo traveling tips in 2020. It has been a growing topic over the past few years and the sisters picked out their dream locations to go alone. Colleen wants to go to Italy for all the culture and sights to see. Catie takes us to Sedona, Arizona for nature and wildlife. Then, Rosalind Cummings-Yeates join the sisters to talk about her life as a traveler. Finally, the sisters give you the best tips and tricks they found for solo travel.

In just a few days before the new year, Colleen and Catie talk New Years celebrations! This week's travel news includes fully electric flights, watching the Times Square Drop from a rooftop, and New Years celebrations around the world. Also, Colleen and Catie talk about their New Years Eve picks in Chicago and New Buffalo, Michigan, then round out the show with their Gadgets, Apps, and Travel Tips.

Looking to head out of town for the holidays? This week Colleen and Catie talk International Holiday Travel! In travel news, parking at airports is becoming much easier, Ice Bumpers Cars is a thing and it's more fun than ice skating, Glow Nashville is the most Magical Way to Celebrate Christmas in the Music City, and Magical Ice Castles are opening up around the United States and Canada! Outside of the United States, the sisters give us details on their holiday travel picks, Austria and London, England. Later, Founder of Cocktail Sneakers Susan Hassett join the show to talk about Cocktail Sneakers, and we end the show with this weeks Travel Gadgets, Apps, and Tips!

The sisters are live from the American Group Travel Awards in Miami Beach! We kick off the show by seeing who’s who and what’s what at the American Group Travel Awards. Then, CEO and co-founder of HotelPlanner Tim Hentschel joins the sisters to talk about HotelPlanner. Also, Philanthropist, DJ, and World Hospitality Award winner Paul Oakenfold stops by to talk about his career as a world-class DJ, traveling tips, and how he won the World Hospitality Award. Closing out the show is Vice President of Radisson Hotels Ross Hosking. He gives the girls the inside scoop on Radisson Hotels.

We're headed to warmer weather with Colleen and Catie this week as we look at Sierra Vista, Arizona. In this this week's travel news, the Grand Canyon gains the Dark Sky Park status, archaeologists have found prehistoric mammoth traps outside of Mexico City, and the U.S. travel industry had intesified efforts to draw in Chinese tourists! Next, the sisters recommend accomodations, restuarants, and activies in Sierra Vista. Later, the Marketing and Communications Manager for the city of Sierra Vista Judy Hector joins the show to talk about what to expect while visiting Sierra Vista. Finally, Colleen and Catie give thier Gadgets, Apps, and Travel Tips of the week!

Colleen and Catie are getting us ready for the Winter season! First, they tell you how to broaden your travel options by getting another country's passport if you're grandparents live there. Next, they find out times are changing and people would rather have a more natural vacation, with out all the tourist crowds, than traditional vacations at a resort. Then, they discuss their ideal winter adventure and travel tips for winter vacationing. Finally, Editor in Chief of National Geographic George Stone joins the sisters to talk about National Geographic and some of his best trips he was fortunate to go on.

Sisters and travel experts Colleen Kelly and Catie Keogh talk you through all the things you need for smooth Thanksgiving holiday travel. Trip Sisters talk about their favorite places to get away during the holidays and get tips from nutritionist Ashley Walter about staying fit and eating right as you travel for the holidays.

This week Colleen & Katie take us to China! First, they cover the world’s largest airport terminal opening in Beijing. Daxing International airport is set to welcome 72 million travellers a year by 2025. Next, Colleen talks about China set to launch self-driving bullet trains that will travel at 350km per hour! Then, author Christina Paull joins the show to give tips about how to plan a trip to China and what to do once you get there. Finally, Founding Partner of International Experiences and World Traveler Steve Riley stops by to talk about his trip to China with Colleen & Katie.

This week on the Trip Sisters with Colleen & Catie we take a look at traveling to Cannery Row, California. In travel news this week, Los Angeles will be opening the country's first cannabis cafe, San Francisco will be banning cars on Market Street, a Japanese airline wants to let a robot travel in your place, meanwhile Qantas airlines just tested the world's longest flight, a nonstop form New York to Sydney, Australia. The sisters give their picks for Cannery Row with where to stay, what to eat, and what to do at Cannery Row. Later, Vice President of Marketing for Cannery Row Diane Mandeville joins the show to talk about how to have an amazing time in Cannery Row. Lastly, we end the show with this week's Travel Gadgets, Apps, and Travel Tips for your next vacation.

On this episode of the Trip Sisters with Colleen and Catie we look at discount and budget travel. This week's travel news will help you save money on your next vacation with Google Flights and the 10 best places to travel on a budget. The sisters discuss their discount travel picks this week with Washington D.C., and Colorado Springs, Colorado. Later, travel blogger Anna Mills joins the show to talk about affordable travel, and we round out the show with the hottest new travel gadgets, apps, and travel tips.

This week with the Trip Sisters we get ready for Halloween by looking at Haunted Destinations! In travel news, going to a haunted house can make you happier, hotels haunted by celebrities, and leading haunted attractions in the United States. Colleen and Catie then discuss their haunted picks, New Orleans and Fall River, Massachusetts. Later, Travel Expert and Writer Amy Bizzarri joins the show to talk about Supernatural Route 66, and we round out the show with travel gadgets, apps, and travel tips.

This week Colleen and Catie explore National Parks! They take us all over to cover the biggest, smallest, tallest, and every other national park in between. Then, John Syron joins the girls to give his expert advice on taking a trip to national parks. Make sure you keep your food suspended in a tree if you plan on being in the woods. Finally, the trip sisters go over the ultimate camping checklist so you don't forget anything when you go.

This week with the Trip Sisters, we take a look at European Vacations! Starting with travel news, people admit to going on vacation without telling their partner, Americans will soon have to register to visit Europe starting 2021, how to travel around Europe for $380, and scams every tourist needs to know when traveling to Europe. Plus, Colleen and Catie talk about their European vacation picks, Salzburg, Austria, and London, England. Later, Executive Director of Foundation 65 Alecia Wartowski joins the show to talk about Foundation 65 and her month long vacation in Europe with her kids. Finally we end the show with this week's tips and tricks to travel in Europe.

The Trip Sisters, Colleen and Catie talk about Halloween Vacations! In this week's travel news, lower occupancy expected at hotels on Halloween, extraordinary Halloween vacations, last minute costumes, and watching The Shining in the original Overlook Hotel, plus Colleen and Catie give us their picks for Halloween Destinations. Later, author of Around The World on 50 Bucks Christopher Schact joins the show to talk about his book and how to travel on a budget. Finally, the round out the show, the sisters share their tips and tricks for a Halloween Vacation.

This week Colleen and Catie discuss the elephant in the travel room, travel disasters. Starting in the air, several weird things can happen to you while on an airplane. The sisters then discuss other possible disasters such as being kidnapped by pirates, or catching the norovirus on a cruise and share their own personal travel disasters. Later, Spud Hilton the host of the travel podcast Inappropriate Traveler, joins the show to talk about crazy travel experiences and tips to avoid travel disasters, and we end the show with the sisters own tips to avoid travel disasters.

Colleen and Catie go across the country as they share their picks for coastal destinations, including Pensacola, FL and Carmel by the Sea, CA. Hans Miller, CEO of Airside joins the show to talk about Moble Passport and how it makes traveling easier. The sisters also share a list of some of the most under-the-radar beaches in America.

This week Colleen & Catie gives us a look at LGBT friendly places to travel with this week's Travel News focusing on the LGBTQ community as well! Weekly contributor and photographer for Windy City Times, GoPride, and Edge Media Jerry Nunn joins the show this week to talk about his background and great places to go if you are LGBT. Finally, Colleen, Catie, and Jerry give us this weeks travel tips and tricks to make your vacation much more enjoyable.

Colleen & Catie take us across the lake to visit some notable places for a weekend getaway by yourself or with the entire family. Colleen loves the Dutch Wonderland city of Holland, while Catie travels further north to the city of Petoskey and the fabulous Inn at Bay Harbor. As always, the Trip Sisters have the latest travel news, tips, and recommendations for items and apps to take with you on your next excursion.

Movies are a great way to get vacation inspiration! Colleen & Catie give us their Moviecation recommendations and things to do in these places. Candace Bushnell joins the show to talk about her latest book 'Is There Still Sex in the City'. Plus, in travel news, many Americans won't try the local cuisine on their vacations, a Parks and Rec Pop-Up is coming to the bar Replay in Lincoln Park, and millennial's are going on vacation for the social media picture opportunities.

What is overtourism, and how can you avoid it on your next vacation? Colleen and Catie give you their tips to avoid overtourism and share some less common destinations that you can visit. Plus, travel specialist Ralph Velasco shares how you can avoid overtourism and long travel times when the holidays roll around.

College towns are not just for kids, and Colleen and Catie are here to prove it! The sisters share why college towns like Ann Arbor, Austin, and St. Paul are worth a visit even if you're not a student. Ken Cruse, founder of Soul Community Planet talks about his hotels specializing in holistic hospitality. In travel news, 'Friends' fans can visit one of the shows iconic sets, and a surprising city tops the list of cleanest hotel rooms in the U.S.

Colleen & Catie share their Picks for sunny Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Javier Aranda Pedrero of Puerto Vallarta Tourism discusses some of the activities and culinary experiences you can partake in on your trip, and some tips to keep in mind during your visit. Plus, in travel news, two United Airlines pilots are arrested, and women in Saudi Arabia strike a big travel win.

Colleen & Catie are back this week detailing all the fun summer activities you can find around Chicago for your family, without breaking the bank. From baseball games in Rosemont, walking along the Chicago river, or taking advantage of discounted days at the various museums, this episode is perfect for those looking to capitalize on the final few weeks of summer. The ladies also detail a new feature from Uber, that will make traveling across the city a little less quiet and personable.

Colleen, Catie, and guest host Ralph Velasco of PhotoEnrichment Adventures give you all their best travel tips. Which airlines are actually going to save you the most money, and how you can make the flight as comfortable as possible. Plus, ways you can make sure you stay healthy while abroad, and what you should be doing with your credit cards while traveling.