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135: Our Summer Travel Update: Orlando, Alaska Cruise, and France

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Happy summer!! While we have been on a short break, Kim and Tamara have kicked off their summer with some fun travel — of course! In this episode we tell you all about Tamara’s trip to Orlando with teens, Kim’s last-minute Alaskan cruise romantic getaway, and Tamara’s wine-tasting trip to France with her hubby. ON THE PODCAST 00:30 – Talking… Read More

134: Visiting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with Kids

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Did you know that the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited in the United States? Find out what to do in the park and the surrounding area, including Pigeon Forge, on this week’s podcast. We are chatting with Tennessee native Sarah Wilson from The Wandering Rumpus to get her take on visiting the Great Smoky Mountain National… Read More

133: Visiting Johnston County, North Carolina (near Raleigh)

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Find out why Johnston County, North Carolina makes a great weekend getaway from Raleigh or a perfect place to stop on a road trip down I-95. This week Karen Dawkins from Family Travels on a Budget joins us to share her knowledge and love for this special part of North Carolina tucked between 95 and 40 just outside of Raleigh…. Read More

129: Tips for Visiting Paris with Kids

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If you are planning a trip to Paris with kids, why not get tips from someone who has gone half a dozen times in the last few years! This week we are chatting with Michelle Millett, a Francophile and experienced family travelers about visiting Paris with (and without) kids. ON THE PODCAST 00:30 – Talking with Kim and Tamara 05:40… Read More

128: Visiting Northern Ireland and Ireland’s Ancient East

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Kim and Tamara are back from 10 days in Ireland and giving listeners the 411 on their trip. Tune in to hear about their adventures in Dublin, County Wicklow, Waterford, Kilkenny, Belfast, Derry, and the Coastal Causeway. Plus, Game of Thrones fans will love to hear about some of the filming destinations and experiences in Northern Ireland. ON THE PODCAST… Read More

127: Planning a trip to Switzerland

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Let us whisk you away to the land of chocolate, cheese, and gorgeous mountain trails! This week we chat with Claudia Laroye, from The Travelling Mom, who has visited Switzerland over two dozen times. She shares her love of all things Swiss and best tips for planning a trip to Switzerland. ON THE PODCAST 00:30 – What Tamara Learned from… Read More