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Destinations Beyond Expectations
The Podcast Designed for Students of Travel
Episodes
205 episodes
Greenland is a Haven for Nature Lovers and Adventurers
With outdoor activities like kayaking, hiking, whale watching, and more, Greenland is a haven for nature lovers and adventurers. Malisha Mendis from the Short Girl on Tour blog joins Stevie...
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Hikes, Views and History to Discover in Madeira
Known for its lush surroundings, Madeira offers some incredible hiking opportunities that come with amazing views. Joining Stevie to talk more about Madeira is Maria Kru from Picture the World, a fa...
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The Awe Effect of Italy's Top Travel Destinations
Italy is a country that so many travelers have on their bucket lists - it has beautiful beaches, incredible art, historic cities and much more to discover. Stevie is joined by LivTours founder and Rome native...
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Culture, Food, Music and Coffee Throughout Colombia
You may have heard of Colombia’s big cities like Bogotá, but there is so much wonderful culture, food, music and coffee to discover throughout Columbia’s 32 departments. Joining Stevie to talk about the beautiful country of Colombia is Ginna Ta...
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10 Days in Portugal: Q&A Trip Review
Stevie and Maddie got a lot of great questions about their adventures in Portugal, so they figured they'd close the 10 Days in Portugal series by doing a little Q&A. In this episode, you’ll hear Maddie and Stevie talk about things l...
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10 Days in Portugal: Closing the Trip in Lisbon
Stevie and Maddie review their last few days in Portugal, which featured some fun adventures in the vibrant city of Lisbon.Stevie and Maddie's time in Lisbon included exploring the city by tuk tuk, learning more about azulejos at the Na...
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10 Days in Portugal: Lagos and the Benagil Cave
The Algarve is the southernmost area of Portugal that has breathtaking coastlines and is a popular vacation destination.On this episode, Stevie and Maddie talk about the town of Lagos and their time exploring the famous Benagil Cave by ...
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10 Days in Portugal: Porto and a Day Trip to Douro Valley
Today on part 2 of our series, we’re heading north to the magical city of Porto. Those visiting this charming city can enjoy breathtaking views of the Douro River, Porto’s unique bridges, and the beautiful tile work at the famous Sao Be...
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10 Days in Portugal: An Intro to Lisbon and Sintra
Join Stevie G. and his fiancée Maddie for the first episode of a 5-part series that recaps their 10-day adventure in Portugal.Today’s episode covers the first two days where Stevie and Maddie got their feet wet in Lisbon and took a day ...
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Talking About California's Temecula Valley
In addition to its beautiful wineries, Temecula has done a great job of becoming a year-round destination, adding some outstanding restaurants and gaining a great reputation as a wedding destination. Joining Stevie to talk more about Temecula a...
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Some Top Things to See in Berlin
Berlin is a dynamic city that’s known for its famous sites like Museum Island and the East Side Gallery. Joining Stevie on the podcast to talk about some of Berlin’s top sites to see is Claire Waggoner from the
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Have You Heard of Regenerative Tourism?
When you travel, have you ever though about how you can leave a place better than you found it? Today’s episode features Susanna Shankar, AKA Sooz, from Curiosity Saves Travel, who joins Stevie fo...
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Six Towns Near Denver to Explore
Whether it’s a tiny town with mining history like Silver Plume or a college town like Boulder, you can find stunning scenery, fun outdoor activities and unique history in the communities that are in close proximity to the Mile-High City. Katie ...
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Exciting Things to do in New Orleans
Known for its Jazz history, tasty food and Mardi Gras celebration, there is nowhere in the world quite like New Orleans! Joining Stevie to talk more about some exciting things to do in New Orleans is Liz Wood from the
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Three Magical Areas of Costa Rica (Manuel Antonio, Monteverde, and La Fortuna)
Today’s conversation is going to take us to three magical areas of Costa Rica - Manuel Antonio, Monteverde, and La Fortuna. Jessy Vanpoperinghe from The Worried Wanderer blog stops by the show t...
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Stunning Amalfi Coast Towns for Visitors to Explore
The towns around Italy’s Amalfi Coast are certainly worth a visit because of their delicious Italian food, historic sites, and gorgeous coastline views. Joining Stevie for a conversation about some of the stunning Amalfi Coast towns for visitor...
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Strasbourg, France Becomes a Winter Paradise During the Christmas Season
During the Christmas season, Strasbourg, France becomes a winter paradise, with its historic Christmas market, sparkling lights, and spectacular wintery experiences. Friend of the show Jen Ciesielski from the
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Lisbon’s Amazing Sights and Things to do
Lisbon is a popular European destination to visit because of its breathtaking views, energetic neighborhoods, and great nearby day trips. Joining Stevie to dive deeper into some of Lisbon’s amazing sights and things to do is Priscilla Rodriguez...
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5 Unique Places in Spain to Add to Your Itinerary
Spain's breathtaking architecture, lively festivals, rich cultural legacy, and mouthwatering food make it an unforgettable tourist destination. Stopping by to talk about 5 highlights from her trip to Spain is blogger
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Laval & Oka are Worth Exploring on Your Next Trip to Montreal
We all know Montreal is a popular city for tourists, but today we're putting the spotlight on two other nearby destinations in Quebec, Laval and Oka, that have a ton of great things to do. If you’re interested in learning more about Oka’s chees...
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Florence’s History and Some Top Sites to See
Known for being the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence, Italy was a cultural hub where literature, science, and the arts all thrived. Joining Stevie to talk about some top sites to see in Florence and more about Florence’s history is Kasia...
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Discover Hidden Gems in Southern Illinois
With wineries, outdoor adventures, historical markers, and friendly small towns, Southern Illinois is truly a hidden gem that is totally worth checking out. Today, Stevie is joined by Jessica Baine from the
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Great Things to do on a Great Day in NYC
On the days when New York City gets some of its best weather, there are so many amazing things to do from experiencing the buzz of Central Park to catching a perfect sunset on a rooftop bar and more. Stevie's guest today is Kate Vernier from th...
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