Podcasts about wireless traveler

Cooler weather is in the air, people are feeling energized and motivated. Host Karen Duncan talks about setting goals, achieving dreams, living your bucket list. Bucket list don't always have to be exotic destinations, it's about living your best life and finding things you're passionate about. But...The Deals are swirling all around the travel industry right now and Karen identifies just a few of the ones available that will shortly end at the end of this month. $50 deposits, 20%off prior customers cruises, free air, last minute departures, and more...And did you know taking your cell phone, using a GPS, or a Satellite phone could be illegal in some countries and you could be incarcerated? Wireless Traveler provides some indepth information regarding certain countries and our can't live without devices.Our friends over at Cruise Critic let us know the 10 habits we need to break immediately before our next cruise. Which ones are you guilty of? Karen found out she was guilty of severalAre you willing to pay $59 for overhead bin space? Well Delta thinks you might, find out more during Travel Trends. And how Royal Caribbean is trying to be the first cruise line to develop a private island with carbon neutral footprint.AAA and Global News provide the top international spots for US and Canadian Travelers..Are any of these on your upcoming list?Find out how you can join Karen at the first Inaugural Jazz & Blues Festival in her new home country of Panama or on one of the top Bucket List cruises to Alaska just by listening to the show.Yourbucketlistbuster@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/pg/Yourbucketlistbuster/events/

Karen Duncan, Your Bucket List Buster is back in the saddle..This week's episode finds Karen back in good health and enthusiastic about being back on the mic.This fall offers some great travel specials to take advantage of, Free or Discounted International Air is the theme. And with that this week's educational moment is about air consolidators, who they are and how you can take advantage of their services to get great deals on international air travel, through travel professionals like Karen.Karen encourages everyone to find a little love in their heart this week to assist the recovery efforts in the Bahamas. Find out how a little love can go a long way to support our Caribbean friends.In Travel News this week Door Decorations and Water Safety take center stage..Don't Drink the Water. Listen to find out why!Travel Trends, United Airline ups the ante on their new flight connection app and cruising with Viking to Downtown Abbey locations.Karen provides some exclusive information about a new music festival coming to Panama and how you can be one of the first to get a package to attend. And of course the best in Tech Tips with the Wireless Traveler. Subscribe to Your Bucket List Buster so you can get all the updates on when a new episode airs and the topics of the week.Yourbucketlistbuster@gmail.comhttp://www.peekscruisestours.com

Summer is drawing to a close and fall is knocking on the door, have you vacationed during this busy summer season or have you been waiting until the crowds die down? Some of the travel companies are offering some great deals during the fall to attract those of you who may have waited until the crowds were gone. And this falls right in line with one of Karen's passions Sustainable Tourism. Karen addresses over tourism and how travel during the fall months provides lots of opportunities for less crowds, better pricing, and more diverse destinations.Karen also gets personal about one of her bucket list that does not include travel at all, but will be addressed in a later episode on medical tourism. Find out what she's doing to get herself fabulous this fall.Plus, the deals this week are just as fabulous with Southwest Airlines $49 airfare, discount carrier to Tahiti, Discount Europe trips for the 18-35 segment, and permits for the Inca Trail with Gadventures.And you won't believe what's happening in Travel Trends this week, if you want to be a part of the Guinness Book of Records, or have always wanted to see a musical on London's Westend, you have got to listen to this episode. Of course we have Thursday's Tech Tips with Wireless Traveler and Travel News and the 12 Best Beaches on a cruise on Cruise Critic CornerSubscribe so you don't miss an episode.Join us on our Group Cruise to Alaska Next June 23-July 2, 2020 https://www.peekscruisestours.com/alaska2020.html

Freestyle cruising with Business Development Director Lisa Eartmann of Norwegian Cruise Line is the guest speaker of today's show. Learn about Norwegian being the youngest fleet on the high waters, the creativity of the new ships, excursions, and new itineraries. If you have a bucket list then you want to hear how you can make your travel dreams come true all over the world with Norwegian Cruises. Host Karen Duncan and Lisa have a fun time discussing some of the great new itineraries, like Tahiti to Hawaii, and some of the classics like Alaska and Europe..Find out about the wonderful promotions that include free and reduced air.Are you a Baby Boomer? Then find out the trends in Boomer travel, legacy travel, exotic destinations and more!And how about what not to wear on cruises in the Cruise Critic Corner of the show. Plus Thursday Tech Tips with Wireless Traveler. Today's show has something for everyone.Who's listening to Your Bucket List Buster? People from all over the world. Like the show, and subscribe. Don't miss out on any past or future episodes.

Oh the fun of living abroad. Several months ago host Karen Duncan interviewed Joaquin Arias, Sales Director of El Palmar beachfront condos in Panama. But the interview never aired due to technical difficulties. They say all things happen for a reason, because Joaquin is back and this interview was even better than the first.Joaquin provides some invaluable information about the process of buying internationally, especially in Panama. But his advise can be transferred anywhere in the world. But he also provides some great insight into his beautiful beachfront condo project being built near San Carlos, Panama.Karen also tackles some serious travel news this week with Cuba cruise cancellings, illnesses and drama in the Dominican Republic, and airline cancellations. But don't let that deter you from listening because she also follows up this week with the next top ten destinations for LGBTQ in 2019. Plus Panama's growing culinary scene.Chicago Architecture makes travel trends, and the Wireless Traveler is bonkers for women's soccer in Tech Tips this week. You don't want to miss this episode.http://www.Peekcruisestours.comYourbucketlistbuster@gmail.com1-512-529-3696

Have you ever wondered if traveling with friends was a good idea? Will you continue to get along, will like each other when you get back home? Well this week's episode with host Karen Duncan is all about friendly destinations for the LGBTQ community and what its like to travel with friends, and meeting new friends while on vacation. Karen interviews Grant Smith a new friend she and Mitchell met on their latest adventure. Grant, his wife Kerry, and their friends from home, Australia that is, Karen and Kevin have been friends for forever. They travel a lot together so Grant discusses the secret to making it work. Grant also talks about his extensive travel history and of course the beautiful country of Australia. Karen and Grant talk about the good times they had onboard the Norwegian Jewel, some of the things they did and how they became part of a little party group that met up everyday to enjoy each others company.Karen also provides some highlights on the top 10 destinations for LGBTQ friendly destinations around the world. In celebration of Pride month, some of these destinations are a surprise, but some have been recognized for years for being inclusive places to visit.Karen addresses warnings in the Dominican Republic and our first Canadian female cruise line captain in travel news, how to pack light in travel trends, and of course tech tips with Wireless Traveler.Join Karen on one of the group trips for 2020, and learn about this weeks travel specials all on Your Bucket List Buster..http://www.peekscruisestours.comhttp://www.Facebook.com/yourbucketlistbuster

This episode is a replay from 2017 about one of the fastest growing sports in the world, Pickleball. Host Karen Duncan in 2017 was just discovering pickleball and since then has taken up the sport since moving to Panama.Sports travel is one of the leading trends in travel, people travel for amateur sports, like kids football, soccer, tennis, etc., but they also travel for professional sports as well..Who is your favorite pro or college team?Learn about pickleball today on the show and see if its a sport you may want to pick up.Also, find out the happiest places on the planet and what hotels are doing to help you sleep better, they are in the sleeping business.Of course don't forget Thursday Tech Tips with our friends over at the Wireless Traveler.

The trip of a lifetime is the theme of this show with host Karen Duncan convincing her husband and better half to come on the show and discuss their recent trip North to Alaska. They cruised from Yokohama, Japan to Vancouver, Canada, and Alaska was the highlight.Mitchell and Karen also starred in an episode of House Hunters International recently, in fact the night they left for Tokyo their episode aired and everyone saw it before them. But you'll see they are a fun couple to listen to as they explain the highlights and adventures of this trip. They even visited several dispensaries which was something they had never done before. What a trip! From the food Wagyu beef in Yokohama, to the King Crab Legs in Icy Point Straits, hiking to the glaciers and a bear scare!Alaska is the destination of the week and even the travel news and travel trends are all about Alaska.So listen in and join them next year on another cruise to Alaska. Yep it was that good their going back and want you to join them. Find out how on the show.And of course our friends over at the Wireless Traveler have Tech Tips for the week.Join Karen next year on an Alaskan cruise..Get all the information here: https://www.peekscruisestours.com/alaska2020.html

This is a fun one! Bucket List Busting with David McDougal, a family friend of host Karen Duncan and an advent budget traveler, David takes Karen and the audience on an adventure.As Karen and David prepare to travel to Japan, Russia, through Alaska up to Vancouver, they compare notes on what they are doing to prepare for this bucket list trip. It's David's first cruise and Karen's first trip to Asia, and her longest adventure yet. Different generations, different experiences, but some of the same. Are you a Four Seasons traveler or more budget conscious? This podcast and upcoming trip will provide a opportunity to see how you can do your bucket list no matter what your budget. David provides some great stories of his past adventures and how he is looking forward to staying at a capsule hotel in Tokyo and going to a traditional bath house. Plus some great tips on backing light and stretching your budget to get more from your experience.But these two friends have some similarities as well, eating some great food, meditating at a Zen Buddhist temple, and spending some quality time together with friends and family! Plus Cruise Critics 17 Worst Cruise Packing Mistakes and Japan's coolest Cafe Bathroom.. And Karen got her mobile WiFi device from Wireless Traveler to continue her connections while abroad.You want to make sure you subscribe to the show so you can follow their adventure.

Is living abroad on your bucket list, then this week episode may help you make some decisions to move or not!Host Karen Duncan is the living the expat life and has loads of resources and opinions of what its like emotionally and physically to make that decision.This weeks show is how to decide if you are ready, how does it feel to move away from family and friends, how to start feeling connected in your new home country, and what are some of the things people don't tell you.What do you have to do to be successful in a move this way. Well this weeks show is about finding the right place to live once you get there, with guest speaker Joaquin Arias who is one of the representatives of a new development in Panama describing what it's like to live Beach side. El Palmar is building a second phase with fantastic views and the perfect location in Panama, for a new home, a vacation, home, or an investment property.Karen also discusses trends in expat living. Plus this weeks travel news, where does your favorite airlines stand in US rankings.Group travel trips, this weeks specials, and of course our friends at Wireless Traveler.Due to some technical difficulties, Joaquin's interview will air later this week..It's called Panama living!Yourbucketlistbuster@gmail.comPeeks Cruises & Tours

Super fun and exciting show about Savoring the Sea, a culinary experience with Oceania Cruises. Bryan Coates the Business Development Manager South and Southwest US hits off with host Karen Duncan as they discuss, the Oceania Cruises difference. Bryan, talks about how he ended up being a successful BDM with one of the premier cruise lines in the industry, his climb to fame, being on Your Bucket List Buster.They discuss the top ranking of Oceania's culinary program, wines, themes, destinations, and the size of their ships..Plus who is the perfect Oceania customer, or is there one?Karen also uses her Educational Moment to reiterate the importance of travel documents before embarking on your next cruise.Plus one of the hottest trends for 2019, Solo traveling. You don't have to be young or old to decide you want to spend some time traveling the world without friends or family. Travel providers like Gadventures, Norwegian Cruise Line, and others are starting to cater to this growing segment of traveler. And lots of women are going it alone now days.The folks at the Wireless Traveler provide some invaluable information for the Study Abroad students about to leave home and how they can stay in touch.Plus cruise safety, group trips and this week's specials..All on Your Bucket List Busterhttp://www.facebook.com/yourbucketlistbusterhttp://www.peekscruisestours.com1-512-529-3696

Whew, this week's episode is jammed packed with lots of spring break goodness.1.Katie Harwood with GAdventures is back to talk about GNormous promotions and destinations2.This weeks specials include Gadventures top destinations and discounts3.Find out what Carnival Cruise Line will be the first to do4.Announcing the first woman at the helm of a brand new ship due in 2020 and what she's doing in the mean time.5.Tragedy in New Zealand teaches us a another lesson about travel protection6.Are the sheets the first thing you check in a hotel, guess what else you should be looking for7.Where is the world’s best beach8.Wireless Traveler goes to Cuba this week, and moreThis episode is fast past and loaded with great information so don't miss it.Make sure you Like the show, subscribe, and tell your friendsYourbucketlistbuster@gmail.com1-512-529-3696 WhatsApp and CellHttp://www.peekscruisestours.com

This week's episode of Your Bucket List Buster, host Karen Duncan invites Rosalie De Los Hoyos the business development manager for MSC Cruises to the table to talk about the new innovative ships MSC is bringing to the cruise game. MSC has some of the newest and most exciting ships on the high seas with some great programs for spa lovers and health conscious travelers. They discuss the joy and fun of traveling with family.Karen also introduces her audience to Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line and Disney Land Paris 1st official Pride Event June 1st this year in Travel News. Plus find out about all the new updates at Sandals Montego Bay, Jamaica just in time for ValentinesAlso, find out how you can join Your Bucket List Buster on a private Gadventure/National Geographic experience in Africa..And of course great Tech Tips by Wireless Traveler!

This week host Karen Duncan, Your Bucket List Buster sits down with expat Steven Hensel live from his home in Gorgona Panama to discuss what its like living as an expat in Panama. This lively conversation is upbeat and fun as they talk about day to day life, cost of living, volunteering, and more.Karen also discusses things you need to consider when moving abroad. Plus you definitely want to tune in for this weeks Group Trips of the week. Not many spaces available but definitely on the Bucket List. And of course learn more about our friends at the Wireless Traveler.

Exciting show this week with host Karen Duncan emphasizing the importance of the Global Entry Program for US travelers with the US customs becoming more of an issue. She also provides some great travel promotions with Norwegian Cruise Line, and Beaches Resorts partnering with REAL MADRID FOUNDATION soccer camps in Negril, Jamaica and Turks and Caicos.Plus guest speaker this week is Brenda Benson of Wireless Traveler talking travel technology, sim cards, satellite phones, secure internet when traveling and more.Did you know some countries don't allow certain clothing when you travel there? Well this week's show gives some important information about being aware of customs and traditions when it comes to clothing, jewelry, and more when traveling away from home.Plus how Travel Professionals can help make your travel dreams come true!

Join host Karen Duncan as she visits with Katie Harwood of Gadventures a company that offers small group tours around the world. Learn how Peru is their top destination followed by Costa Rica, and how Morocco and Portugal are up and coming trends. Gadventures is home of some fantastic National Geographic adventures, but they offer travel styles and can accomodate most budgets. Also, this episode discusses the benefits of traveling in groups and some of the top travel events of 2019. Plus the Wireless Traveler tech talk is about staying connected with Satellite phones.Peeks Cruises & Tours and The Bucket List Buster are looking for group leaders this travel season..Are you that influencer that wants to travel the world?

It's Wave Season for the cruise in industry which means great deals for you! But how do you decide what cruise, which ship, where to go. Karen Duncan host of Your Bucket List Buster walks you through how to figure this all out. Find out about deals for the week, group trips, and how the government shutdown is affecting travel. Plus warnings on traveling to China and The Wireless Traveler gives you tips on handling your technology when visiting this iconic country. Plus travel trends for 2019

Join Karen Duncan, Your Bucket List Buster in a discussion with Cynthia Lehman a relocation consultant and advent traveler as they discuss moving to Panama, living as expats, living your bucket list dreams, and traveling the world.Karen and Cynthia have a lively discussion on what its like living in Panama and all there is to do and see. Find out what Travel Hacking and Global Traveler Lifestyles are all about. Enjoy the weekly travel news, and welcome back one of Karen's best sponsors the Wireless Traveler and learn about eSims for your phone abroad.

Host Karen Duncan talks with Joe and Catherine co-owners of Farmhouse Inn a wonderful boutiquie hotel in the Sonoma/Napa Wine country about how a small percentage of wineries were affected by the fires, but the region is still open for business.  You will want to hop on a plane and head straight to the area once you hear about the wonderful things still available to do in the region and this fantastic hotel.  The Bartolomeis are waiting with the porch light on for you to head their way for special occassions, girlfriend getaways, even that proposal or just some relaxation.  Karen also provides a hint of something to come about a big bucket list item she's about to check off her list and how she will take her audience on the journey with her..And of course our wifi tips for the holidays with our friends over at the Wireless Traveler..Don't forget to start looking at your group travel plans with Peeks Cruises & Tours for 2018 and enjoy the best all inclusive resorts in the Caribbean with Sandals and Beaches Resorts.

Host Karen Duncan and Gregg Burger General Manager of Precision Cameras in Austin Texas have a frank and spirited conversation about camera and video equipment versus smart phones. Tune in to find out what’s best for your next adventureLinks:  http://www.precision-camera.com/               https://www.instagram.com/precisioncamera/https://www.facebook.com/precision.camera.video/Plus did you know that Tijuana is hot on the foodie list of places to go?  I didn't either but listen in and find out why.Today's show is brought to you by Sandals and Beaches Resorts, Peeks Cruises & Tours, and The Wireless Traveler..

Host Karen Duncan takes you to a whole new place with this episode, from Christmas markets around the world to back home with for a staycation.  She has a disagreement with Wikepdia about their definition on Staycations and she's very vocal about why.  Tune in to give your opinion on who has it right.And who needs more stuff for the holidays.  Its the old saying you can't take it with you..When you leave this Earth how many possessions will your family have to get rid of, and how many experiences or memories will they have to remember you by?  That's the question, let's stop collecting items and start collecting time together with family and friends by going on vacations.  Karen considers herself the new clutter buster and memory maker!Plus on the episode Karen talks about how to get comfortable in your hotel and the top Christmas markets around the world.Plus as usual Thursday's Tips from her friends at the Wireless Traveler.Portugal Webinar has been changed to Nov 30 at 6PM CST and how to become a group leader with Peeks Cruises & Tours on Facebook Live at Your Bucket List Buster Nov 16 at 7PM CST 

Host Karen Duncan takes you to the Poconos.  Whether you are a family looking for winter fun or looking to break away from the kids and have some adult only fun, the Poconos has it all. Karen talks with KELLY SHANNON PR & SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER of the Poconos tourism bureau to learn all about the mountainous resort area in PennsylvaniaSandals and what they are up to…Karen and Mitchell went to a big travel agent reveal last week in Houston and found out all the new details about destination weddings or Weddingmoons as Sandals calls them for the new year.  Plus their over the water suite collections are expanding across the Caribbean.  And learn why Karen is such a fan of Sandals, they not only have a great product, they take care of their employees, find out how!Universal’s new ride Fast & Furious and Nat Geo is partnering with our friends at Scenic river cruises top out the what's trending in travel this week.Plus of course our top tech friends at the Wireless Traveler has one of Oprah's top gadgets for 2017..It was featured on The View and upcoming with Rachel Ray.  Find out how you can get your discount on this great gift for the holidays.Are you ready to learn more about Portugal..Join us on our webinar with Sagres Vacations at http://www.anymeeting.com/PIID=ED52D686854B3F November 15, at 7PM Central TimeAlso, if you would like to find out more about becoming a group leader for the 2018-2019 travel season join Karen on Facebook Live November 16th at 7PM Central Time to get all the information.

Best Winter Vacations- Gwen Shearman is an Editor/Digital Producer for the Travel section at U.S. News where she writes and edits a variety of travel-related consumer advice content. Since joining the travel team in 2014, she’s focused on the Best Vacations and Best Cruise Lines franchises. She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and Georgetown University, where she earned a master’s degree in journalism. You can follow Gwen on Twitter or email her at gshearman@usnews.com.So what are the Best Winter Vacation Destinations.  Well Karen has connected with US News and their researchers and found out their picks and she will provide her professional feedback on each.. What’s your favorite winter vacation?  In News and Trends this week Karen talks about where Sandals Resorts is headed next.  And did you know that Club Med is planning a new ski resort in North America?Tip for the week, start the Gobal Entry process!And who were some of the winners from this years Travel Weekly Magellan Awards..Find out which cruise lines and destinations top the list.Plus our really cool Wireless Traveler Telecom Thursday Tip of the week.Upcoming Events with Your Bucket List Buster1. Webinar November 15 @7 PM Central Time-review our upcoming Wine and Culinary Journey in Portugal with Sagres Vacations-Details to follow2. November 16th @ 7PM Group Leader Webinar-mark your calendar3. Feb. 24, 2018-Travel photography seminar-Precision Camera4. Feb 25, 2018-Peeks Cruises & Tours and Your Bucket List Consumer Travel Event-Typhoon Texas, Pflugerville 1-6PM

Karen Duncan talks about why Tahiti is at the top of her bucket list with the beauty and all the activities and culture this part of the world has to offer.   It’s summer there the weather is warm and the beaches are magnificent.  She provides information about two events that take place in Tahiti during the Christmas holiday.Karen provides the list of Top Destinations to visit in 2018 according to Lonely Planet- from the well known like South Africa and Portugal to some new spots even Karen is unfamiliar with like Djibouti which is Africa she soon discovers and South Korea.Next on the list as we are about to celebrate Halloween are the top places in the world to celebrate this goulie holiday.  New Orleans is #1 on the list due to its Voo Doo heritage and celebratory atmosphere. LA, New York City, Mexico, and Transylvania make the list as well.Another YBLB trip has been added to the Portugal Wine and Culinary getaway, if you play pickleball you don't want to miss the first annual Sets On the Beach Pickleball event at Sandals in Jamaica next September.And of course our friends from the Wireless Traveler tech tipsSign up to learn more about becoming a group leader at info@peeksvacations.net

Join Host Karen Duncan as she speaks with Brian Walters a seasoned business valuation specialist and management consultant that helps people with: pricing analysis; budgeting and financial analysis; financial projections and pro forma statements; HR management; business startup/expansion assistance. Brian came to the United States from Jamaica with his family at the age of 12 and with that heritage he brought the love of Cricket, the second most popular sport in the world.  Brian talks about how it's played, and how he is doing his part to increase awareness of the game in United States, starting with children.Karen also talks about why Sports Travel/Tourism even matters, economic impact on the destination.Karen also discusses the difference between volunteering and voluntourism as she discusses how we can help provide help for some of the islands in the Caribbean impacted by hurrican's Harvey and Irma.And of course Tech Thursday with the Wireless Traveler.Join Your Bucket List Buster in Portugal next September and or on the Danube in MayYourbucketlistbuster@gmail.com512-252-8919

- Your Bucket List Buster special needs edition-great onsite interview with Gordon Hartman founder of Morgan’s Wonderland in San Antonio..We are doing the show live from this fantastic park –Named after his daughter Morgan who has physical and cognitive challenges.Morgan's Wonderland is an An All Inclusive Theme Park, meaning it has something for everyone, able bodied, and special needs..The Whole family can come and have a great time together. Gordon Hartmen discusses all of the wonderful benefits of this park, his special needs employees and guest and why it was so important for him to build this fantastic place..The only one in the world.Karen talks about her new workshop, Travel Tipsfor CaregiversTraveling by Air, Car, and CruiseChildren with Special Needs© and how you can have her come speak to your family group. Plus our friends at Wireless Traveler give their tips for the week.Want to go on a respite cruise with specialist/staff and AWADAE families join us on March 18th..Go to AWADAE.org and get the details.  Also AWADAE.org has information on the One Love Caribbean Gala to help Caregivers and their families that need support get scholarships for this cruise.Contact Karen at Yourbucketlistbuster@gmail.com for more details.

Ruth Medlin The Traveling Teacher-It’s Never Too Late to Start TravelingRuth is a successful business consultant that helps entrepreneurs and managers become more successful in their careers and companies to plan strategically in leadership, employee engagement and meeting facilitation. But when she’s not helping others she’s discovering the world..learn how she is catching up on destinations of the world. And how Paris is her once a year favorite destination.Talking about not too late to travel some of the trends in travel this week include : Top trips for people over 50 and top Mancation Destinations according to #menwhoblog.  Also, Countries with the fastest wifi and our friends from Wireless Traveler talk about being connected in Cuba.Join us at the Your Bucket List Buster Meetup with Caroly Szekeres of Scenic and Emerald Waterways at Tortuga Flats in Round Rock Texas on Aug. 26th at 6PM as we learn more about River Cruising2018 Trips of the Weeks 

Host Karen Duncan visits 7 National Parks to visit for the summer.According to an article by Melissa Popp, there are some National Parks that don't get the press or the crowds some of the others do..The diversity of our National Parks system has something new and adventureous for everyone. Giant Red Wood trees, Caverns, Wildlife, and Kayakors and Canoers dreams.During My Thoughts for the Week, Karen discusses going dream of going to destinations made famous by movies and TV shows.  Like Croatia and Northern Ireland to visit the Game of Thrones sites.The main segment of this weeks show is about American Cruise Line a progressive and very popular cruise line that sails the American Rivers..Karen talks to Susan Schultz the Director of Sales with American Cruise Line about the creative themed cruises, the different areas of the country, and the new ships they are building to increase capacity..These small ships have some great amenities and a historian, naturalist, or entertainment on every cruise.I bet you've wondered about when is the best time to book your vacation..Well Your Bucket List Buster host describes the best time and where to get the best deals for your vacation for the new year..She identifies 8 tips to get the most bang for your buck on next years vacation. And much much more!Want to be on the podcast and tell about your bucket list trip contact Karen..Karen Duncan-Yourbucketlistbuster@gmail.com

Live from Lake Austin Spa Resort with Janis Clapoff-Health and Wellness TravelHost Karen Duncan goes live from Lake Austin Spa Resort right in her backyard, one of the top health and wellness spa's in the world.  Lake Austin Spa Resort has ranked in the top 10 with Travel and Leisure, Condes Naste for the last 10 years.  Janis Clapoff the new Managing Director describes her journey to Austin from Canada and why she has chosen this resort to continue her successful career in the hospitality industry.Karen also provides you with some tips on being less stressful during this high travel season at the airport and the pros and cons of SIM cards for your phone on Telecom Thursday Tips.Looking for a Health and Wellness destination and package, Karen provides you with several great options for reconnecting to your inner-self, nature, and voluntourism with Perillo Tours focused on Health and Wellness, Bali, India, Costa Rica, Greece.And if adrenaline and rest is your focus then Susie Ellis identifies some of the top 5 wellness trends.Don't miss this show if you need to Relax, Rejuvenate, and Reconnect with Your Bucket List Buster  

Where Have You Been- Living Your Bucket List Dreams with Gerry RiegerYou've worked hard and now you get to do what you want when you want, are you ready for that?  Have you thought about what that would look like?, Where would you go?  Well some of us will get to retire early or on time, and some of us won't ever stop working..The question is are you ready to start living your bucket list travel dreams.Host Karen Duncan talks with Gerry Rieger a retired business owner that has spent the last three years living his travel bucket list dreams and he's not slowing down. Gerry explains how even going to visit his granddaughter Charli in LA he and his wife Linda make it an adventure and do things they've never done.Learn how more people are interested in being more physically and emotionally immersed in a trip that helps with their mental and physical health while vacationing, and how more people are starting with finding things in or near the water to do to be more physically active. Karen provides tips for working entrepreneurs on how to plan for a vacation with limited time and resources.  It's all in the planning and being honest with what you hope to achieve while you're away, that determines, where you go, and what your budget.Karen Duncan CTC, DSYourBucketListBuster@gmail.com512-252-8919 

It’s all about Pickleball..Pickle Ball you say? What is that?  Well it’s one of the fastest growing sports in the country and you better get on the wave. Host Karen Duncan has discovered pickleball and wants you to know more about this multi-generational sport.  Learn about the necessary equipment, and where to learn to play in your area.What are the top 20 Happiest destinations on Earth. We need to discover what makes these destinations so happy and maybe bring some of their happiness to our own backyard.Karen gives some love to her air partner of the week, Jet Blue Airlines for providing relief with their 100 x 35 campaign to Puerto Rico by providing air lift, pounds of supplies, and inexpensive one way fares just to name a few.And luxury hotels are pulling out all the stops to help us learn to sleep better when we visit their hotels.  Can these extra touches make us a happier world?  Karen is willing to try out all of the locations for the sake of her listeners if necessary.Tech Thursday with the Wireless Traveler learn the best way to charge your electronics.Sets on the Beach  pickleball tournament in Jamaica October 2018 with Your Bucket List BusterAnd so much more....Karen Duncan CTC, CATPyourbucketlistbuster@gmail.com

Meet Your Bucket List Buster Karen Duncan who introduces herself to those who love to travel and those who want to.Your Bucket List Buster takes us through the passport process especially important information for minors.  She and Brenda Benson Vice President of Wireless Traveler talk about how to remain safe when using the internet abroad and the resources to do so.Your Bucket List Buster takes us to Keukenhof Gardens for the spring blossoms during Tulip season.  She talks about going on a river cruise to get the most of the destination and the best value for the dollar in Europe.  And she has a little fun by describing the first of the different traveler personalities and what types of trips are best suited for their preferences.Find out more about AWADAE the non-profit that provides respite vacations for families with special needs through scholarships.Help sponsor 12 families. AWADAE.orgContact Your Bucket List Buster through Facebook, tell herwhat's at the top of your bucket list?  And find links to topics related to the show.