Travel Mug Podcast
Come chat with Meggan & Jenn about travel planning, travel tips & tricks, and travel fails every week. Don’t forget your travel mug!
Episodes
282 episodes
Is Air Travel Getting More Turbulent? Travel Tip Tuesday
After a not-so-fun flight, Jenn researches whether turbulence is getting worse (spoiler alert: it is). She also shares some tips to make flying more comfortable (and less nausea-inducing)Episode Resources:
Meggan's Portugal Road Trip - What She Did, Ate, and Saw (& Mistakes She Made)
Meggan and her husband spent two weeks traveling Portugal, and she shares all the highs and lows of their adventure, including what she would choose to do differently next time. She shares where they stayed, what they did, where they ate and so...
New Currency Conversion Trap to Avoid - Travel Tip Tuesday
Meggan shares her recent experience in Portugal when paying with her credit card or withdrawing cash. The machines may ask if you want to "accept or reject conversion" and hitting accept may cause you to pay more in fees than you planned!
Beginner's Guide to Glasgow, Scotland
If you're planning your Scotland adventure, don't miss heading to Glasgow! This fun city is full of great things to do, eat, and see. We break down how to get to Glasgow, where to stay, and what to do while visiting.Episode Resources:
Your Last Chance to Fix 4 Things Before Summer - Travel Tip Tuesday
If you plan to travel this summer, now is the time to make sure you have your ducks in a row! Meggan shares four things you should do now to make sure you're ready to go.Support the Travel Mug Podcast by
Mastering Aeroplan and Air Canada Status with Geoff from Abeam Travel Design
If you're wondering how to get free flights with Aeroplan points, how to get into the Maple Leaf Lounge, or what the SQCs mean, Geoff breaks it all down for us. He shares how he has mastered the Aeroplan program and tips for building up your po...
Can Airlines Add a Fuel Surcharge After You Book? Travel Tip Tuesday
Flight and fuel prices have been chaotic over the past few weeks. With all the uncertainty, many are wondering if airlines can charge you a fuel surcharge on existing flights. Find out what you should do about your summer flights!Supp...
How We Reset After a Rough Travel Day
Bad days happen when you are traveling, but you can reset! Here is how we handle jet lag, anxiety, illness or injury, transportation issues, and more!Support the Travel Mug Podcast by
What is the New Iceland Road Tax in 2026 - Travel Tip Tuesday
Iceland has introduced a new road tax: a per-kilometre fee that applies to everyone driving in Iceland, even tourists! Here's how much it will cost and how to pay this new road tax in 2026.Episode Resources:
Everything You Need to Know About Getting Married Abroad with Aimee from Snap Happy Travel
Have you been thinking about a destination wedding or getting married abroad? Aimee from Snap Happy Travel joins us to talk about planning a wedding in a different country. Including how to pick a destination, what you consider, and the expense...
United Airlines New Headphone Policy - Travel Tip Tuesday
United Airlines has officially banned listening to your phone or other device without headphones! This means streaming videos, scrolling social media, and listening to music. And if you don't comply, you can be removed and banned from the airli...
How to Earn a Freelance Income to Travel More or Move Abroad with Jen on the Run
If money and time off from work are holding you back from travelling more, Jen from Jen on the Run discusses how to start a freelance career and how she moved from America to Europe while working on her business. We talk about making the jump f...
Consider a Travel Carbon Monoxide Detector - Travel Tip Tuesday
Yes, this episode is a bit of a bummer, but it is also an important safety consideration. Many Airbnbs do not provide a carbon monoxide detector, an odorless, tasteless and colourless gas that can be deadly. Jenn highlights the dangers and what...
How to Plan a Quick Trip (48 Hours or Less)
Planning a quick weekend getaway trip can be tricky, especially when you only have two days to explore. Here we share tips and tricks to plan a quick trip, and how to make the most of your time away, whether it is a local staycation or a destin...
When to Trust Your Instincts and Cancel a Trip - Travel Tip Tuesday
We've all seen the headlines: multiple destinations have been impacted by world events. But when should we hit cancel on a trip? Meggan talks about research and trusting your instincts.Support the Travel Mug Podcast by
Beginner's Guide to Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland
If you've been dreaming of visiting Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland, to see the Valley of 72 waterfalls for yourself, we break down everything you need to know, including how to get there, where to stay, what to do, and even how to save a little mon...
Medications That Are Illegal to Bring to Japan
Did you know it's illegal to bring certain medications into Japan, even with a prescription? Medications that contain stimulants are banned, so what does this mean if you regularly take Adderall, Tylenol 3s, or decongestants with pseudoephedrin...
Why You Should Live and Work Abroad with Ryan Floyd
Ryan Floyd joins us to talk about his experience living and working abroad, including moving to Mumbai in his 20s and learning Hindi. We also talk about how to make the most of work trips and incorporate community-based activities while travell...
Check Before You Pack Your Vape - Travel Tip Tuesday
We talk about the recent vaping/e-cigarette ban in Mexico and other countries where vaping is banned! It's not worth going to jail over, so check before you pack!Episode Resources:
Couples Travel with the Travel Mug Podcast Husbands
If you've ever wondered what Meggan and Jenn are actually like to travel with, this episode is for you! Meggan, Jenn, and their husbands talk about couples travel, overplanning, annoying travel habits and much more!Support the Travel ...
Why You Should Visit Canada in 2026 - Travel Tip Tuesday
Canada is a beautiful country (not that we're biased... okay, we're totally biased) and we think you should come visit us! Coastlines, mountains, large cities, and plenty of trees - we have it all! Meggan outlines some of the best things about ...
Travel Tips with Mark from Wolters World
We chat travel with professor and YouTuber Mark Wolters from Wolters World. He shares how his popular YouTube channel started, his love of travel, how he balances travel and work, his approach to filming content, and so much more. If you're a f...
Travel Hack to Save on Hotels - Travel Tip Tuesday
Jenn shares a travel hack she recently stumbled upon that saved her over $530 on her hotel in Toronto. The bonus? It only takes a few minutes to do!Support the Travel Mug Podcast by