The Gomes Guide Travel Podcast
The Gomes Guide Travel Podcast is where travel, food, and culture meet. Hosted by San Francisco–based travel writer, storyteller, and mom of two teens Shannon Gomes, the show features thoughtful conversations with experts in the food and wine world, avid travelers, creators, tastemakers, and locals who reveal what truly makes a destination memorable—and how to experience it like a local, with food always at the center of the journey.
From unforgettable meals and hidden neighborhoods to meaningful cultural experiences and practical travel insight, each episode is designed to inspire curious travelers—especially Gen X listeners who value depth, connection, and great food—to explore the world more intentionally and to bring a sense of discovery back home.
Shannon is also the writer behind The Gomes Guide (https://thegomesguide.substack.com), a weekly travel-focused Substack filled with stories, recommendations, and inspiration for meaningful travel. Listeners are invited to subscribe for fresh ideas, insider tips, and destination inspiration delivered each week.
Whether you’re planning your next trip or simply dreaming about one, The Gomes Guide Travel Podcast celebrates connection, community, and the joy of experiencing new places through food and travel.
The Gomes Guide Travel Podcast
A Local’s Guide to Marin County with Adam (The Marin Dad): Hikes, Food & the Perfect Day Trip
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If you live in the Bay Area… or you’re visiting San Francisco… this episode is your excuse to finally explore Marin County.
I’m joined by Adam Cohen (aka “The Marin Dad”) to share what makes Marin so special, from its incredible natural beauty to its tight-knit, community-driven vibe.
We talk about everything from hiking Mount Tam and wandering the Marin Headlands to beach days in Stinson and Bolinas, plus scenic drives along Highway 1 that honestly feel like something out of a movie.
Adam also shares his favorite towns, from the waterfront charm of Sausalito to the laid-back, slightly bohemian feel of Fairfax, along with some of his go-to food spots (hello Fish in Sausalito and oysters in Marshall).
And if you’re not sure where to start, he maps out the perfect Marin day, think coffee, a coastal hike, oysters by the water, and a sunset bonfire on the beach.
We also get into what makes Marin unique, including its deep commitment to preserving open space, its creative roots, and why so many people feel like they’ve found their forever place here.
If you’ve ever driven over the Golden Gate Bridge and wondered what’s on the other side… this episode is your guide.
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Follow Adam: @marin.dad