Two Tenderfoot Tourists Podcast

In today's episode, we'll be talking about, where have we been since april and WHY there hasn't been a podcast! An update on Steve's health. It came from out of the blue. ...WHO KNEW!? Then we'll move over to our time on the Gulf Coast. Specifically, the Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Pensacola AREA on Memorial Day weekend... DURING covid19-brouhaha! How did the parties affect our time there? Was it super crowded or a ghost town? Where did we eat? The best Gumbo I've ever eaten! ...Other than mine, OF COURSE! ...Cause mine is STILL the BEST!!! Finally, the future of the Two Tenderfoot Tourists Podcast! www.twotenderfoottourists.com email suggestions, question or comments to tenderfoottourists@gmail.com Find us on Facebook and YouTube

Ep 122 April 2020 How You Doin'? Let's Focus on the Positive! This episode, we discuss this rollercoaster called life. As cliche as that may sound it is still an accurate discription. I think we can ALL AGREE! The last 10 months have been crazy! We've experinced a LOT of downers! Then topped it off with a Coronavirus outbreak. BUT we have an opportunity to learn of a LOT of positive things that have come from our last year. We would like to share this with you. Plus, we get a glimpse into the future of cruising. People are already making plans for summer of 2021. You'll be shocked WHERE people have booked the MOST. Twotenderfoottourists.com Check out our good friends at Insurors of America. https://www.insurorsofamerica.com/ Our website: TwoTenderfootTourists.com We are also on Facebook and Instagram Listen to our podcast on Podbean, Spotify, Stitcher, iheartradio, Castbox ... pretty much everywhere!

Steve and Sandy ponder what the future of cruising will look like due to the COVID19 outbreak. To help them with this is our favorite cruising friends, Justin and Wendy. The notorious Queen City Cruisers. Justin and Wendy are returning guest. If you'd like to hear more of their adventures look back our past podcasts. 107 & 108 Sailing With Celebrity https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-i274m-c8789c 91 & 92 First Cruise Eye Openers https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-c4d54-b3d617 89 & 90 First Cruise Preview https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-w8jay-b183a6 68 & 69 The Beginners Guide to Cruising https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-hccq2-9f689e Write us: TenderfootTourists@gmail.com Our website: TwoTenderfootTourists.com We are also on Facebook and Instagram Listen to our podcast on Podbean, Spotify, Stitcher, iheartradio, Castbox ... pretty much everywhere!

Our visit to Wilson's Creek National Battlefield. The Second Major Battle of the Civil War Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and the site of the death of Nathaniel Lyon, the first Union general killed in action. The costly Southern victory on August 10, 1861, focused national attention on the war in Missouri. Wilson's Creek NB commemorates and interprets the battle within the context of the war in the Trans-Mississippi West.

The audio is from our first live stream on Facebook live. Trying to be a source of positive encouragement. 1 - Tour a museum: A. Walk through an online gallery and look at a ton Van Gogh oil painting,'s like "The Starry Night" which is at the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam B. The J. Paul Getty Museum, in Los Angeles Paul Getty Museum comprises Greek, Roman, and Etruscan art from the Neolithic to Late Antiquity; European art—including illuminated manuscripts, paintings, drawings, sculpture, and decorative arts—from the Middle Ages to the early twentieth century. C. Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery There is a one place address to find these Museum's all over the world online and a whole lot more. Go to Arts and Culture.google.com https://artsandculture.google.com/partner?hl=en 2 - Online courses: Learn a new language, economics, world history, science... A. Great place to find this is at... Great Courses Plus - B. Nasa media library http://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/nasatv They have made their entire collection of images, sounds, and video available and publicly searchable online. It's 140,000 photos and other resources available for you to see, or even download and use it any way you like. 3. Live Zoo Cameras: A. Monterey Bay Aquarium Watch the penguins play live. Watch the jellyfish float around. Sea turtles, and sharks can be found online at the Monterey Bay Aquarium in California. Generally tickets are about $50 for adults but its free online. It is AWESOME . Just a reminder, Webcams are available during set hours only, BUT reruns playing during downtime. So if you want to watch sea otters live, for example, you'll need to tune in between 10AM and 10PM PT. B. San Diego Zoo: Live Cam Polar Cam, Ape Cam, Panda Cam, Girraffe cam, Tiger cam, Elephant cam just to name a few. There are tons of live viewing. C. Explore: Watch videos, live nature cams and photos from great causes around the globe. Educational and inspirational, Explore features high quality videos, live cams and photographs from great causes around the globe. https://explore.org/livecams There is also an app available. 4. Board Games: Suggestion... Settlers of Catan Monopoly Trivial Pursuit Clue Hunt A Killer - WHO KILLED CHARLIE?! For the first time, you can buy Hunt A Killer: Class of '98 as a complete season box set. When a small-town class reunion turns deadly, a private investigator reaches out to you to help find the killer. What secrets are the seemingly innocent citizens of Chestnut Falls hiding? Play all 6 episodes at your pace while seeking justice for Charles McDonagh. Stay busy with 12-18 hours of puzzles and clues hidden in the physical evidence. Your whole family will want to get in on the story. 5. Binge Suggestions... A. Disney + the classic movies 101 dalmatians, Jungle Book, Fox and the Hound B. Star Wars all 8 episodes C. TV series... Monk, Chuck, Office , The Middle, Parks And Rec, Goldbergs, Lost , 24, Phineas Ferb Broadway HD https://www.broadwayhd.com/ 5. If weather permits Gardening. Nature Trails. Write us: TenderfootTourists@gmail.com Our website: TwoTenderfootTourists.com We are also on Facebook and Instagram Listen to our podcast on Podbean, Spotify, Stitcher, iheartradio, Castbox ... pretty much everywhere!

(NOTE: This episode is in NO WAY a endorsement to not wear masks for your and others protection or not to take the severity of the COVID19 danger. This episode aired prior to the realization that IT IS a pandemic. ) Well, it's pandemic pandemonium! The topic is the Coronavirus and how its effecting, or better yet IMPACTING, all manners of our normal daily lives. Were are going to talk about what's in the news, vacationing, sporting events, and theme parks. Plus, we will talk about a few of your comments on our Two Tenderfoot Tourists Facebook page. Then finish the episode with a few helpful tips on how to prepare. The clip of Dr. Drew from the Daily Blast ( NOTE of correction: The clip with Dr. Drew was before the announcement from the W.H.O. that we are currently in a pandemic. I was in error. I thought it was after. BUT... the context of which he was saying still holds water and therefore we felt it needed to remain in the podcast. ) Check out the links below! The CDC Worldometers Write us: TenderfootTourists@gmail.com Our website: TwoTenderfootTourists.com We are also on Facebook and Instagram Listen to our podcast on Podbean, Spotify, Stitcher, iheartradio, Castbox ... pretty much everywhere!

Without a doubt, everyone, to one degree or another has experienced regrets. Steve and Sandy are no different. In fact, they have a list of 8 regrets they would like to share and work through with you, and give ideas how to resolve them. The 8 are below. But the key is in the listening of the podcast. . 1. We regret not doing a vacation more often and sooner. 2. Regretted having a selfish behavior. Fighting for a "ME" vacation. 3. We regret not taking our finances more serious. 4. Not taking advantage of teachable moments. 5. Not properly addressing bad behavior. 6. Regret not involving the kids in more diverse locations. 7. Wish we hadn't worried so much about the kids being bored. 8. Wish we understood the value of going with Grandparents. Do you have a regret you'd like to add to the pile? A teachable regret, perhaps? Write us: TenderfootTourists@gmail.com Our website: TwoTenderfootTourists.com We are also on Facebook and Instagram Listen to our podcast on Podbean, Spotify, Stitcher, iheartradio, Castbox ... pretty much everywhere!

Steve and Sandy sit down with former TSA officer of 12 years. In this episode you'll listen in and hear a ton of disturbing and amusing... and don't forget hilarious stories you'll never forget. Write us: TenderfootTourists@gmail.com Our website: TwoTenderfootTourists.com We are also on Facebook and Instagram Listen to our podcast on Podbean, Spotify, Stitcher, iheartradio, Castbox ... pretty much everywhere! iHeartRadio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-two-tenderfoot-tour-30076736/

Flying is already, for economy class seating, tight and uncomfortable. What happens when passengers start to take out their irritability on other passenger? Well... listen and find out! The Article. https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/airline-news/2020/02/14/american-airlines-seat-fight-goes-viral-wrong-recline/4759519002/ Write us: TenderfootTourists@gmail.com Our website: TwoTenderfootTourists.com We are also on Facebook and Instagram Listen to our podcast on Podbean, Spotify, Stitcher, iheartradio, Castbox ... pretty much everywhere! iHeartRadio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-two-tenderfoot-tour-30076736/ Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DhsvaAH7jkZtDuQrjhERb

Do you have fears that are keeping you from enjoying life? Specifically, hopping on-board a cruise ship? Perhaps your a suffer of Naviphobia? Not sure if we can REALLY help you with a clinical phobia. We're not trained psychologists, after all. Lol! However, in this episode, we'll talk about a few of our fears of cruising and how we get past these fears. 1. Sinking 2. Getting sick 3. Left behind at a port in foreign country 4. Dying on a cruise ships 5. Falling over board 6. Bad weather 7. Fire 8. No power, Water pipe busting and flooding cabin, Toilet flooding 9. Getting robbed 10. (Honorable mention) Pirates Write us: TenderfootTourists@gmail.com Our website: TwoTenderfootTourists.com We are also on Facebook and Instagram Listen to our podcast on Podbean, Spotify, Stitcher, iheartradio, Castbox ... pretty much everywhere! iHeartRadio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-two-tenderfoot-tour-30076736/ Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DhsvaAH7jkZtDuQrjhERb Podbean https://tenderfoottourists.podbean.com/

What a fun AND disturbing episode.   Don't Be A Terrible Tourist * Defacing or Destroying Property - In October 2013, two Utah Boy Scout leaders thought a 25-million-year-old hoodoo presented an imminent danger for the kids they accompanied and consequently decided to topple it over and film themselves doing so. Hoodoos — also called goblins — are unusual rock formations that look like columns with rounded caps; although some may seem precariously balanced, you're not supposed to knock them down. They are also the main attraction of Goblin Valley State Park. - Two visitors to Starved Rock State Park in Illinois allegedly drew their initials on an over 400 million year-old sandstorm formation that's also a sacred place for Native Americans. "Over the Labor Day weekend, two visitors to Starved Rock State Park allegedly vandalized a sandstorm formation that is over 400 million years old, and that has also been used as a sacred meeting spot for Native Americans for 8,000 years known as Council Overhang, Newsweek reported." * Trespassing - Two men are in hot water for getting too close to the hot water at the Old Faithful geyser in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. The tourists have since been arrested for “thermal trespassing” at the famous hot spring. The two men were caught walking “dangerously close” to the spout of the legendary geyser and taking photos on their cellphones. * Stealing - An American man visiting the former Auschwitz-Birkenau death camp in Poland was charged with attempting to steal a piece of the historic train tracks. On March 31, an American visitor to Auschwitz, one of the most well-known death camps from World War II, allegedly attempted to steal a piece of the metal train tracks leading into the camp. Many of the 1.1 million people who died inside its gates were transported to the camps via train. AP reported that the tourist was charged with "attempted theft of an item of cultural importance," which can result in 10 years in prison. * Indecent Exposure - Tourists in Thailand were arrested for taking nude photos at a historic temple. Two tourists from the United States were arrested in Thailand after taking nude photos at the Wat Arun temple in Bangkok, according to The Telegraph. The men traveled around the world posting nude photos on their now-deleted Instagram account, "Traveling Butts," including at the historic temple in Bangkok. After posting the photo, the tourists were detained, fined for public indecency, and blacklisted from returning to the country. - Skinny Dipping in famous rivers, lakes, streams and fountains. * Drunk and Disorderly - An American tourist was reportedly hospitalized after falling from a statue in Italy during a night out drinking with friends. A 23-year-old American was reportedly rushed to the hospital in Turin, Italy. La Repubblica reported that at around 1 a.m., after a night spent drinking at a brewery, a group of tourists stopped at the Piazza Bodoni, where one of them climbed on the horse statue - potentially to take a selfie. According to Torino Today he underwent brain surgery in the afternoon for life-threatening injuries. * Disrespectful Behavior ***** A family traveling around New Zealand had its visas revoked after wreaking havoc throughout the country, including threatening tourists, stealing, and ruining a motel room. A British family of 12 has been terrorizing the people of New Zealand for a month as they travel throughout the country. For starters, two children from the family were caught on camera stealing a Christmas tree while shopping at a convenience store. The family also allegedly refused to pay for meals at several restaurants, claiming there were bugs in their food and drinks. The behavior is said to have continued in their motel, as staff accused the family of throwing cigarette butts, beer cans, and even spaghetti on the floor. Staffers said the room "smelt like kid's poo" and took hours to clean. It doesn't end there, though. At the Be

On today's episode of Two Tenderfoot Tourists, Steve and Sandy discuss a wide variety of souvenirs; both wacky and wise. After posing the question, on Facebook, the responses had to be shared. Do you buy souvenirs? Do you collect your souvenirs from nature? Do you display them? Do you wear them? Do you have a souvenir budget? Listen to episode 52 for these answers and more. OH! Toadman Jack! You might want this link after you listen to this episode. CLICK HERE Check out our new YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-hQrSTVxCtikDswBGpAajA Find us on: Facebook , Instagram and Twitter Subscribe to us on Android or on iTunes Check out our YouTube channel HERE! WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! To leave us a review or ask a question about this or any past episodes you can email us at TenderfootTourists@gmail.com

A 2019 review. Everything from Route 66 to a cruise to Cozumel! What a busy 2019! In this episode we cover our most memorable events of 2019. The episodes we talk about. #109 Panama City Beach Florida #105 Our Saint Louis Adventure and The Jonas Brothers #103 The History Museum On The Square - Wild Bill Hickok Shoot-out, A Time Machine Trolley AND Route 66 #102 Springfield The Birthplace Of Route 66 #101 St Louis and Route 66 - Uranus Fudge Factory and Ted Drewes Frozen Custard #100 A Taste Of Route 66 - Blue Whale of Catoosa and Pops in Arcadia Ok. #94 The One About Q&A with Cruise Expert Matt Hochberg #93 The One About Galveston, Oh Galveston #92 The One About First Cruise Eye Openers part 1 #91 The One About First Cruise Eye Openers part 2 visit our website: TwoTenderfootTourists.com Find us on: Facebook ,Instagram and Twitter. Subscribe to us on Android or on iTunes. Check out our YouTube channel. WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! To leave us a review, or to ask a question, about this or any past episodes you can email us at TenderfootTourists@gmail.com

Breaking the illusion or expectations of a perfect hotel experience. The episode is aided by a video from the YouTube channel Tripp and Tyler. "Every Hotel Ever" video. https://youtu.be/gJPOOUReEH8 visit our website: TwoTenderfootTourists.com Find us on: Facebook ,Instagram and Twitter. Subscribe to us on Android or on iTunes. Check out our YouTube channel. WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! To leave us a review, or to ask a question, about this or any past episodes you can email us at TenderfootTourists@gmail.com

109 Panama City Beach Florida Thinking about going to Panama City Beach Florida? But not sure if you really want to deal with a crowded beach and bumper to bumper traffic? Consider going in November. We did and were gonna tell you all about it! Corrections.... We said Cajun Joe's. We are WRONG! It's Bayou Joe's. Not sure WHY we kept saying Cajun and not Bayou. At least we are half right. ROFL http://www.bayoujoes.com/ The other correction to this podcast, which is good to know. We talked about Gran-Maze. Gran-Maze is the name for only a part of this fun park. Its called Coconut Creek Family Fun Park. https://coconutcreekfun.com/gran-maze.htm check out our website TwoTenderfootTourists.com

108 Sailing With Celebrity, A Premium Experience part 2

Sailing With Celebrity A Premium Experience.

Episode 106 "Chillin' On The Slopes For A Cool Vacation " Sandy and I very really ever think of snow as a climate to go and visit. After all it visits US every year. It wasn't until after a listener requested an episode, on where to find an affordable, family friendly place to see snow, it finally dawned on us. Monarch Mountain, Ski and Snowboarding - has a brand new snow tubing area available. https://www.skimonarch.com/Monarch Ski and Snowboard Area is a ski resort located in the state of Colorado. It is twenty miles west of Salida, Colorado, on U.S. Highway 50. The resort is situated on Monarch Pass at the continental divide. It has 54 trails, two terrain parks, and an extreme terrain area called Mirkwood. Massanutten Resort https://www.massresort.com/ Massanutten Resort features 6,000 acres of mountain fun at its very best. Unique in both its size, variety of amenities, and outstanding condo and hotel accommodations, Massanutten has secured its spot as one of the premier all-seasons resort destinations on the East Coast.Massanutten Resort offers many unique amenities including the Indoor/Outdoor WaterPark, Ski and Adventure Park area, two fantastic golf courses, farm-to-table dining experiences, shopping and recreation options, along with a day spa for complete relaxation and rejuvenation. Located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, Massanutten is easily accessible from many major cities. Listen to Two Tenderfoot Tourists podcast! Find us also on Stitcher, Google music, Apple podcast, Castbox and Spotify, just to name a few. Twotenderfoottourists.com YouTube video from our channel. https://youtu.be/4lCP70rOpJg Find us on: Facebook , Instagram and Twitter Subscribe to us on Android or on iTunes. Check out our YouTube channel HERE! TwoTenderfootTourists.com Stay Tender, Rachel Muñoz!!

Today, on Two Tenderfoot Tourists, we're telling you all about ... Saint Louis a weekend getaway. 3 Restaurants for your consideration: Shake Shack, which is our 2nd time to eat there, but our daughter Olivia's first time. The Sugarfire Smokehouse in downtown Saint Louis. A listener suggestion. Our 1st time to eat at First Watch. Plus, our visit to The Saint Louis Science Center and the Arch, where we will tell you of a few things to do and see. The Gateway Arch Museum. A lot of, interactive displays. The Arch Cafe and giftshop, AND a whole lot more! National Blues Museum (wish-list) Listen to Two Tenderfoot Tourists podcast! Find us also on Stitcher, Google music, Apple podcast, Castbox and Spotify, just to name a few. Twotenderfoottourists.com YouTube video from our channel. https://youtu.be/4lCP70rOpJg Find us on: Facebook , Instagram and Twitter Subscribe to us on Android or on iTunes Check out our YouTube channel HERE! TwoTenderfootTourists.com Stay Tender!!

Labor Day in Branson... what kind of crowd to expect. What's NEW to see and eat at the Branson Landing! Were going to make a couple of suggestions for you in this episode. Unfortunately, we missed the grand opening of "Paula Dean's Family Kitchen" at the Landing. Like the eager beavers we are, WE arrived 2 days to soon for its opening. We will tell how we made that error. BUT because of that error we found a NEW restaurant to bring to you. The Mellow Mushroom Pizza. Also, its Steve's first time at the Titanic Museum. Plus, there is a few places coming soon to the Branson area you might wanna see. Listen to Two Tenderfoot Tourists podcast! Find us also on Stitcher, Google music, Apple podcast, Castbox and Spotify, just to name a few. Twotenderfoottourists.com YouTube video from our channel. https://youtu.be/4lCP70rOpJg Find us on: Facebook , Instagram and Twitter Subscribe to us on Android or on iTunes Check out our YouTube channel HERE! TwoTenderfootTourists.com

We have another AMAZING vacation destination for the whole family. The History Museum On The Square* The museum's website describes the museum, as follows... "We have created an amazing regional history museum and expanded educational destination for Springfield and its visitors. Located on Route 66, our historic Park Central Square buildings have been restored to preserve the rich history of our city. The expanded museum space allows guests to explore the past using interactive learning features." It doesn't disappoint! In this episode, we interviewed John Sellars, Executive Director of The Museum On The Square. It was an informative and a joy to flush out what makes this a place to visit for the whole family. HOURS: Monday – Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Sunday: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm $16 Adult $13 Seniors – 65 and older $13 Students with ID – Any age $13 Military & Families with ID $10 Child (age 4-12) Free – (age 3 & under) ***$13 Group Adult Rate with 10 or more. 48 hours notice is requested. PARKING: There a several free parking options in walking distance from the museum. The closest free parking option is located at the corner of Olive St. and Boonville Ave. *Discription summary provided by the Museum's website STICK AROUND until the end of this episode for a sneak peek of a new podcast called, The Ride Guys. Listen, as your hosts, Jason and Steve, uncover little known details of the amusement park world. From Disneyland's groundbreaking rail technology on The Matterhorn Bobsled, to how it has influenced modern rides that we see today. Or discover an episode on the history of the rollercoaster mecca, Cedar Point, and learn why this destination has lasted more than 150 yrs. You could even take a test, to find out what level of rollercoaster enthusiast you are. Find out whether you're a Mama's boy or a full blown giga coaster worshiper that would sell your own mother for tickets to ride. ..... And a whole lot more! Tune in to this, monthly, one hour, podcast. Listen to Two Tenderfoot Tourists podcast! Find us also on Stitcher, Google music, Apple podcast, Castbox and Spotify, just to name a few. Twotenderfoottourists.com YouTube video from our channel. https://youtu.be/4lCP70rOpJg Find us on: Facebook , Instagram and Twitter Subscribe to us on Android or on iTunes Check out our YouTube channel HERE! TwoTenderfootTourists.com

102 Springfield The Birthplace Of Route 66 Once again, Route 66 is the topic, and why not!? In the last 3 weeks we've experienced this legendary highway personally and we HAVE to share it with you, our friends. In this episode, we dabble a little into the history of route 66, and dive head first into our first experience of the 9th annual Birth of Route 66 Festival, in Springfield Missouri. A festival that is growing with every passing year, with approximately 70,000 people in attendance and over 600 classic cars and motorcycles to view, never ceases to amaze. Live band performances and an endless array of foodtrucks and other vendors make for an event that you'll never want to end. Sadly, its only once a year and lasts two short days. STICK AROUND until the end of this episode for a sneak peek of a new podcast called, The Ride Guys. Listen, as your hosts, Jason and Steve, uncover little known details of the amusement park world. From Disneyland's groundbreaking rail technology on The Matterhorn Bobsled, to how it has influenced modern rides that we see today. Or discover an episode on the history of the rollercoaster mecca, Cedar Point, and learn why this destination has lasted more than 150 yrs. You could even take a test, to find out what level of rollercoaster enthusiast you are. Find out whether you're a Mama's boy or a full blown giga coaster worshiper that would sell your own mother for tickets to ride. ..... And a whole lot more! Tune in to this, monthly, one hour, podcast. Listen to Two Tenderfoot Tourists podcast! Find us also on Stitcher, Google music, Apple podcast, Castbox and Spotify, just to name a few. Twotenderfoottourists.com YouTube video from our channel. https://youtu.be/4lCP70rOpJg Find us on: Facebook , Instagram and Twitter Subscribe to us on Android or on iTunes Check out our YouTube channel HERE! TwoTenderfootTourists.com

First on the list of stops, driving Route 66, heading east to Saint Louis, is Uranus Fudge Factory. Check it out for yourself. ➡️ https://www.uranusmissouri.com/ Uranus is a new roadside attraction Route 66. Believe it or not its like no other roadside stop off on Route 66. We recommend that Uranus, Missouri is an experience for ages 13+ yrs or older. Pretty much anyone that has a good sense of humor will really find it memorable. It is a fun place that'll make you smile. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard is a MUST STOP if traveling through St Louis on Route 66. Established in 1929 by Professional Tennis player Ted Drewes. Drewes Sr. was St. Louis attraction by winning the Muny Tennis Championships each year from 1925 to 1936. In that time he opened two custard stands. One on Grand and one on Chippewa. Which is the designated Route 66 stop off and the one WE ate at. Also the home of the Concrete which was first created here. More history about this incredibly delicious custard stand in the link below. ➡️http://teddrewes.com/ We have talked about route 66 in previous episodes. In fact, it was two years ago. Take a listen below. #100 - A Taste Of Route 66 - Blue Whale of Catoosa and Pops in Arcadia, please check it out #11. The One About Inspired Road Trip Ideas - prt 2, please check it out https://www.podbean.com/ea/pb-gujhd-90dfaa #12. The One About Inspired Road Trip Ideas - prt 3, please check it out https://www.podbean.com/ea/pb-n8h9r-90dfa9 To get in touch with us and chat about this podcast or even YOUR travel experiences, simply email us at " tenderfoottourists@gmail.com " or follow us on "Facebook" and "Instagram". #podcast #vacation #twotenderfoottourists #podbean #familyfun #bestof #thebest #thankyou #travel #hotels #passport #museum #route66 #bluewhale #pops66 #oklahoma # Twotenderfoottourists.com YouTube video from our channel. https://youtu.be/4lCP70rOpJg

On a road trip to Oklahoma, heading west on Route 66, there are many roadside attractions to choose from. We did just that! Two Tenderfoot Tourists checked out two route 66 destinations in one day. First, we visited the extraordinary Blue Whale of Catoosa, Oklahoma. Built in 1972, this 80 ft blue whale was built as a gift for his children and a 34th wedding anniversary for his wife. A little ways down the road, we also visited Pops 66 in Arcadia, Oklahoma. Pops is home to the 66 ft tall Soda Bottle and over 600 flavors of soda, both foreign and domestic. Pop66.com We have talked about route 66 in previous episodes. In fact, it was two years ago. Take a listen below. #11. The One About Inspired Road Trip Ideas - prt 2, please check it out https://www.podbean.com/ea/pb-gujhd-90dfaa #12. The One About Inspired Road Trip Ideas - prt 3, please check it out https://www.podbean.com/ea/pb-n8h9r-90dfa9 To get in touch with us and chat about this podcast or even YOUR travel experiences, simply email us at " tenderfoottourists@gmail.com " or follow us on "Facebook" and "Instagram". #podcast #vacation #twotenderfoottourists #podbean #familyfun #bestof #thebest #thankyou #travel #hotels #passport #museum #route66 #bluewhale #pops66 #oklahoma # Twotenderfoottourists.com YouTube video from our channel. https://youtu.be/4lCP70rOpJg

Between the years of 1994 and 2004, we had taken our family on a few short trips to St. Louis to the Zoo, the Science Center, the many museums of the city and even to see the St. Louis Arch. We also enjoyed camping at Pomme De Terre Lake, where Steve learned that he could LOVE the outdoors. The ability to run away for a lengthy vacation was relatively difficult, financially speaking, but, in 2004, we finally went on our very first trip, as a family, out of the state of Missouri. We loaded up the minivan and headed to the beach of Alligator Point in the panhandle of Florida. On that same trip, we headed to Orlando, Florida and enjoyed a couple of days at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. We were hooked. We knew that we had to travel more; experience more. Steve and I, without a doubt, are dreamers at heart, and the thought of exposing our kids to different cultures and locations, only seen on TV and in the movies, excited us! We began planning ways to visit more and more destinations. At first, we could only vacation every 4 or 5 years, but it was a good way to start. By the Spring of 2017, our oldest, Derek, had already moved out, Kyle was planning to get married, and Olivia was eagerly awaiting her independence. We began to face the inevitability of an empty home. How would we fill our time? We often joked about selling our home and buying an RV to travel the country together. Being realistic, and thinking practically, we knew that there was NO WAY that this was going to happen. Still, traveling was always a passionate topic of interest for us. Where would we go? What would it take to get us there? What would we DO when we got there? The more obscure the destination the more attractive it was to us. Meanwhile, Steve, working over the road, would pass the time by listening to audiobooks and podcasts. He realized that doing a podcast together would be the perfect way to transition into our empty nest years. We would share with each other, and anyone else interested in listening, all that we've experienced, discovered, and dreamt. Totally aware that we are Tenderfoot Tourists, we chose to share our success' as well as our disasters. The idea was to help others to have their own adventures, and, maybe, to avoid a few little road blocks along the way. Gifted with the ability to talk for hours about sandy beaches, incredible mountain scapes, ziplining, and cruising, we took to podcasting quite naturally. Our hope is that you'll join us on this adventure, and, don't forget, "Stay Tender".