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173: Olympic National Park and Mt. Rainier

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This week on the podcast, Kim fills us in on her summer family vacation to Olympic National Park and Mt. Rainier National Park in her home state of Washington. ON THE PODCAST 00:30 – Talking with Kim about her recent vacation 02:50 – Olympic National Park 08:08 – Waterfall Hikes 10:45 – Where to stay 23:20 – Mount Rainier 29:38… Read More

172: Summer Vacation in the Adirondacks

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Kim and Tamara both managed to pull off a socially-distanced, outdoor-focused vacation this summer not too far from home. Tune in this week to hear all about Tamara’s summer vacation in the Adirondacks in New York and her cabin and hotel stays in Lake Placid and Saranac Lake. ON THE PODCAST 00:30 – Talking with Kim and Tamara 01:50 –… Read More

169: Where to go in the Caribbean

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Can you just picture yourself relaxing under a palm tree on a beautiful beach with a tropical drink in your hand? When you are ready to plan a vacation to the Caribbean, get ideas on the best islands and resorts from Caribbean Expert Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon. Just keep in mind that some reopening plans have changed or rolled back for Americans… Read More

168: Visiting Virginia Beach, VA

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If you are ready to hit the beach, head to Virginia Beach, where there is something for everyone. This week we chat with Brianna Simmons, from The Casual Travelist, about her hometown of Virginia Beach and all it has to offer families. ON THE PODCAST 00:30 – Talking with Kim and Tamara about the beach 06:20 – Tamara’s upcoming trip… Read More

167: Oregon Coast Road Trip

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This summer is definitely bringing back the great American road trip and one of the most beautiful is an Oregon Coast road trip. On the podcast, we talk with Jessica Baker from Boundless Bakers, about the time she spent on the Oregon Coast and she fills us in on the best places to stop, must see towns, and side trips… Read More

164: Tips for Visiting National Parks in 2020 — Plus Virtual Jr. Ranger Programs

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Wondering what is in store for the National Parks this summer? The Vacation Mavens chat with John Tillison, a former park ranger and publisher of the Park Ranger John website, to get his take on planning a visit to the National Parks in 2020 and what to expect. Plus we talk about virtual Junior Ranger programs that you can do… Read More