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
How One Family Traveled Thailand for a Month With Kids
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What would it be like to pause your everyday routine and spend an entire month traveling with your family?
In this episode, Shannon sits down with Anisha, a pharmacist, podcaster, and mom of two, who took her family on a 30-day adventure across Thailand. Traveling with children ages 3 and 8, they explored quiet islands, jungle landscapes, and vibrant coastal towns while learning how to slow down and truly experience a destination.
Anisha shares how they planned the trip, found affordable flights, and mapped out an itinerary that included Phuket, Koh Lanta, Phi Phi Islands, Krabi, and Khao Sok National Park. Along the way, the family discovered peaceful beaches, cooked Thai curry in bamboo shoots during a jungle cooking class, and realized that some of the most memorable moments came from simple days spent swimming, exploring nature, and connecting as a family.
If you’ve ever wondered whether long-term travel with kids is possible, practical, or even enjoyable, this episode offers inspiration, honest lessons, and practical tips for planning your own extended adventure.
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