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Don't wing it in Madeira. In this episode, Betty interviews Cat about her recent 5-day trip to Madeira, and they share everything travelers should know about the island before they go. They chat about where to stay in Madeira, if you really need a car or not, and how Madeira is different from mainland Portugal. They also share the must-try foods that Madeira is famous for. Have a question about Madeira, Portugal? Drop it in the comments 👇 Stories from Travel Lemming.com:  - 5 reasons to visit Madeira, Portugal: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/reasons-to-visit-madeira/  📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com: -Portugal packing list: https://travellemming.com/portugal-packing-list/  -20 places to visit in Portugal: https://travellemming.com/places-to-visit-in-portugal/  -All Portugal guides: https://travellemming.com/portugal/   #madeira #madeiraportugal #portugal Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro 00:01:43 – Where is Madeira and how do you get there? 00:06:50 – Best things to do 00:09:35 – Staying in Funchal 00:11:55 – Getting around 00:14:36 – When to visit 00:17:03 – How safe is Madeira? 00:20:14 – Must-try foods in Madeira 00:24:43 – Madeiran etiquette to know 00:26:38 – Cat's top tips for visitors 00:31:00 – Final thoughts

Sick of your smartphone? Taking a digital detox vacation may be the answer.  In this episode, Betty interviews Abigail about her recent 10-day road trip where she turned off email, the search bar, and social media. They chat about how to plan a digital detox trip just like hers, if you should or shouldn't go entirely offline, and how to ease back into daily life post digital detox. Have a question about the digital detox travel trend? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Perspectives from Travel Lemming.com What Abigail learned from the digital detox travel trend: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/digital-detox-travel-trend/  #digitaldetox #digitaldetoxtravel #traveltrends Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro 00:00:30 – What is the digital detox travel trend? 00:01:57 – Abigail's 10-day road trip 00:02:57 – How to plan a digital detox vacation 00:07:12 – Stopping the scroll 00:07:51 – Stress levels during digital detox 00:12:33 – Science-backed benefits of a digital detox 00:14:54 – Best ways to participate in this kind of travel? 00:16:44 – Key takeaways from the experience 00:20:42 – Long-term benefits 00:22:35 – Outro

Stressing about planning a wedding abroad? You're in the right place. Betty & today's guest Courtney chat about everything you need to know about planning a destination wedding. They share specific resources for making the planning process easy & chat about wedding planner packages, photographers, budget, and much more. Have a question about planning a destination wedding? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -Planning a Puerto Rico destination wedding https://travellemming.com/puerto-rico-destination-wedding/  -41 Honeymoon destination ideas:https://travellemming.com/honeymoon-destinations/  Wedding Planning Resources: -The Wedding Travel Company: https://www.theweddingtravelcompany.com/ -JJ's House: www.jjshouse.com/  #DestinationWedding #MarriedAbroad #DestinationWeddingPlanner Timestamps: Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Top 5 tips for planning a destination wedding 00:05:59 – Why choose Greece? 00:07:26 – Do this first 00:09:51 – How to plan a budget 00:10:27 – Guest list tips 00:12:02 – How much notice did you give guests? 00:13:07 – Finding a venue 00:15:29 – Wedding websites 00:18:24 – How to find a wedding dress 00:20:11 – Wedding planners 00:23:41 – What about the photographers? 00:24:19 – Food & drinks at the wedding 00:26:30 – Was there any unexpected aftermath? 00:28:02 – What was the best part about planning a destination wedding? 00:30:38 – Is a destination wedding worth it?

Why you should plan your travels around sports games👉 https://travellemming.com/perspectives/planning-trips-around-sports/ Want to travel for a sports event? In this episode, Laura and Betty chat about how to plan a trip around sports.  They talk about major sports events & how to plan your entire trip from top to bottom. They also talk about how to weave sports into already-planned trips to have better experiences abroad. Have a question about traveling for sports? Drop it in the comments 👇 Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro 00:00:45 – Tips for sports tourism 00:03:02 – What is sports tourism? 00:03:31 – Destinations for sports travel 00:07:19 – First step when planning sports travel 00:10:21 – Planning accommodation & public transit 00:12:38 – Incorporating sports into a regular trip 00:14:22 – Do you plan trips around sports? 00:16:02 – Key factors for a successful experience 00:18:24 – How does sports travel differ from a regular trip? 00:22:21 – Upcoming major sporting events to watch for 00:25:10 – LA Olympics 00:28:16 – What's the biggest reason to travel for sports? 00:28:55 – Conclusion

👉 Watch Taylor's 19-part Venice series on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb1sWKComFtjNSJP1c1eHkuD1jxRPJpzr&si=uKjGX6mE7PMxOY-3  Taylor stayed in 12 Venice hotels over 16 nights. In this episode, she shares common mistakes travelers make in Venice. She also dishes expert tips about where to stay, things to do, and how to plan ahead to have the best time possible. Have a question about going to Venice? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from TravelLemming.Com: -Where to stay in Venice: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-venice/  -3 day Venice itinerary: https://travellemming.com/venice-itinerary/  -34 Venice travel tips: https://travellemming.com/venice-tips/  -Private water taxis in Venice: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/venice-private-water-taxi/  📚 Stories from TravelLemming.com: -What I learned after staying in 12 Venice hotels: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/what-i-learned-staying-in-12-venice-hotels/  #Venice #VeniceTravel   Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:56 – Lessons from staying in 12 Venice hotels 00:05:36 – Why visit Venice? 00:07:52 – Venice's layout & sestieri 00:13:04 – Getting around Venice 00:19:09 – Must-sees 00:28:03 – Venetian foods to try 00:30:16 – Tips for Venice 00:36:07 – What were your favorite hotels of the 16-day stay? 00:41:53 – Conclusion

👉 Plan your trip to Spain with TravelLemming.com: https://travellemming.com/spain/  Planning a first-time visit to Spain? Don't leave it to chance. In this episode, Catherine, Meera, and Sky chat about exactly what you need to know to have the perfect holiday. They discuss safety tips for Spain, the best places to go, essential experiences to have, and Spanish foods you MUST try. They also chat about walking the Camino de Santiago and teaching English in the country. Have a question about visiting Spain? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -Where to stay in Madrid: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-madrid/  -Where to stay in Barcelona: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-barcelona/  -The 44 Best Places to Visit in Spain: https://travellemming.com/places-to-visit-in-spain/  -Barcelona vs Madrid, Honestly Compared: https://travellemming.com/barcelona-vs-madrid/  -Spain Itinerary (10 Days Perfectly Planned + Map): https://travellemming.com/spain-itinerary/  -25 Best Things to Do in Madrid: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-madrid/  -Things to Do in Spain for First-Timers: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-spain/  -Spain Packing List (23 Things You Might Forget to Bring): https://travellemming.com/spain-packing-list/  -When to Visit Spain: https://travellemming.com/best-time-to-visit-spain/    📚 Stories from TravelLemming.com: -I took a gap year at 47 years old and moved to Spain: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/i-took-a-gap-year-at-47-years-old/  -Walking the Camino de Santiago Changed My Life: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/walking-the-camino-de-santiago/  -I thought my second Camino would be easy. But it was one of the toughest experiences of my life: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/camino-primitivo-experience/  #Spain #SpainTravel

👉  Where to stay in Victoria, Vancouver Island: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-victoria/  👉 23 things to do on Vancouver Island: https://travellemming.com/vancouver-island-things-to-do/  Planning a trip to Vancouver Island, Canada? Don't go before watching this episode. Cat lives in nearby Vancouver, BC, and shares everything a first-time visitor needs to know before they go. Is Vancouver Island safe? Where are the best places to visit? How do you even get to Vancouver Island? They cover all this and more. They also chat about the best FOOD to sample on Vancouver Island. Have a question about visiting Vancouver? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming: -Where to Stay in Vancouver: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-vancouver/   -All Vancouver guides: https://travellemming.com/vancouver/   -All British Columbia guides: https://travellemming.com/british-columbia/   -Things to Do in BC: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-british-columbia/  -5 Day Vancouver Itinerary: https://travellemming.com/vancouver-itinerary/  -Day Trips from Vancouver: https://travellemming.com/day-trips-from-vancouver/  💻 Perspectives from TravelLemming.com -Salt Spring Island: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/i-think-everyone-should-visit-salt-spring-island/  #VancouverIsland #VictoriaBC #BritishColumbia Segment Timestamps 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:21 – Vancouver vs Vancouver Island: what's the difference? 00:02:20 – How to get to Vancouver Island 00:03:53 – Getting around the island 00:06:00 – Best things to do 00:07:22 – Victoria 00:08:23 – Tofino 00:09:13 – Hidden gem towns 00:10:37 – Nature, hiking & Gulf Islands 00:12:18 – Beaches 00:13:16 – Where to stay 00:14:30 – Budget tips 00:15:52 – Best time to visit 00:17:26 – Weather & rain 00:18:10 – Safety 00:19:06 – Must-try foods 00:21:09 – Local etiquette 00:22:38 – Final travel tips 00:24:17 – Why visit Vancouver Island?

What planning trips teaches kids 👉 https://travellemming.com/perspectives/i-let-my-kid-wander-freely-around-the-airport-here-are-my-reasons-why/  Nervous about traveling with your kids for the first time? In this episode, Betty chats with Travel Lemming creators Elizabeth & Claudicet as they share everything you need to know about traveling with kids. Whether your kids are babies, toddlers, or a little older, they share how to plan for a vacation, planes vs road trips, finding kid-friendly activities, and their favorite family-friendly travel destinations.  Have a question about traveling with kids? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -Things to do in Nashville with kids: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-nashville-with-kids/  -Things to do in Seattle with kids: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-seattle-with-kids/  -Things to do in Denver with kids: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-denver-with-kids/  -Things to do in Orlando with kids: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-orlando-with-kids/  🎙️ Other Links Mentioned:  -AutoCamp Cape Cod: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/autocamp-cape-cod-off-season/  -Benefits of letting kids wander freely around the airport: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/i-let-my-kid-wander-freely-around-the-airport-here-are-my-reasons-why/  #KidsTravel #TravelWithKids #FamilyTravel Timestamps:  00:00:00 – Introduction & guest overview  00:02:38 – How travel changes through different kid stages  00:04:50 – How to prepare & plan trips with kids  00:07:00 – Surviving long flights & road trips  00:13:22 – Dealing with public meltdowns  00:15:11 – What parents overthink  00:16:35 – Budgeting & saving money with kids 00:20:06 – Is it worth traveling with kids too young to remember?  00:20:42 – Money saving tips for attractions  00:21:20 – What NOT to do when traveling with kids  00:22:22 – Chaotic travel stories  00:24:50 – Safety tips while traveling with kids  00:27:04 – Advice for first-time traveling parents  00:28:10 – Best time of year to travel with kids  00:30:02 – Best ways to get around with kids  00:31:11 – Final tips 00:32:49 – How travel has changed since having kids  00:34:41 – Favorite destinations with the kids  00:37:09 – The best thing about traveling with kids

In this episode, Lea Rose & Betty chat about all things North Carolina! Lea Rose was born & raised in North Carolina, and she shares essential things to know about the state + what you should know before visiting. They chat about the three regions of North Carolina, how to stay safe, the top experiences you need to have, and so much more. Plus, Lea Rose shares what you need to know about North Carolinian food. Have a question about North Carolina? Drop it in the comments 👇   📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -All North Carolina guides: https://travellemming.com/north-carolina/  -Best Things to Do in NC: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-north-carolina/ -Best Things to Do in Asheville: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-asheville/ -Asheville vs Charlotte: https://travellemming.com/asheville-vs-charlotte/  -Where to Stay in Asheville: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-asheville/  -Where to Stay in Charlotte: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-charlotte/  -Places to Visit in North Carolina: https://travellemming.com/places-to-visit-in-north-carolina/  -North Carolina Foods: https://travellemming.com/north-carolina-food/  -North Carolina Packing List: https://travellemming.com/north-carolina-packing-list/ -Towns in Western North Carolina: https://travellemming.com/towns-in-western-north-carolina/    📰 Perspectives from Travel Lemming.com -Don't just visit Western North Carolina, experience it. Here's how: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/appalachian-culture-western-north-carolina/  #NorthCarolina #NorthCarolinaTravel #traveltips    Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Introduction & Overview 00:01:46 – Top Things To Do 00:09:17 – Must-Try Foods & Drinks 00:13:33 – Outer Banks 00:15:37 – Where To Stay 00:18:34 – Budgeting & Getting Around 00:21:39 – Safety Tips & Hurricanes 00:23:31 – Best Time To Visit 00:27:19 – Final Tips & Wrap-Up

Don't wait until the last minute to plan your trip to Mexico City for Dia de los Muertos. In this episode, Betty & Cat discuss exactly what you need to do in order to prepare for the holiday. They chat about what Day of the Dead actually is, how long it runs for, the main events in Mexico City, where to stay for the festival, safety, etiquette tips, + so much more. 👉 Read "Why you should go to Mexico City for Day of the Dead" TravelLemming.com: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/mexico-city-day-of-the-dead-festival/   Have a question about Dia de los Muertos in Mexico City? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -Where to Stay in Mexico City: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-mexico-city/ -Things to do in Mexico City: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-mexico-city/ -Mexico City neighborhoods: https://travellemming.com/mexico-city-neighborhoods/  -Museums in Mexico City: https://travellemming.com/museums-in-mexico-city/ -Mexico packing list: https://travellemming.com/packing-list-for-mexico/ -All Mexico City guides: https://travellemming.com/mexico-city/ #DayOfTheDead #DiaDeLosMuertos #MexicoCity   00:00 - Intro 01:16 - What is Day of the Dead in Mexico City? 03:30 - First impressions, parades, & ofrendas 13:11 - Is it worth going solo? 14:33 - What is the "big parade"? 15:09 - How to prepare (Cat's #1 tip) 16:29 - How to pack (don't forget this!) 17:20 - Where to stay for the festival 19:18 - What does a realistic budget look like? 22:33 - Is the festival safe? 23:55 - How to get around Mexico City 26:53 - When exactly is the festival (know these dates) 29:35 - Know this etiquette before you go

Imagine going to Machu Picchu and your view is 100% blocked by fog! This happened to Nate on his recent Peru trip, but thankfully he made a decision the night before that saved his whole visit.  In this episode, Nate gives his crucial tips for visiting quintessential Peru spots like Machu Picchu, Cusco, The Sacred Valley, and Lima. He also shares his #1 Peru itinerary planning tip, incredible hotels to stay in, epic sites, food, & so much more. Nate also has a full YouTube video guide to Machu Picchu: https://youtu.be/TLP9--O2Q2c?si=i06NE0PLpzrp0mn4 And also a playlist of 10 YouTube Peru videos, perfect for planning your trip: https://youtu.be/QrkK8NKRkhU?si=zuFSPGBGbg-vHnhg  Have a question about Peru? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -Where to stay for visiting Machu Picchu: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-for-machu-picchu/  -Where to Stay in Cusco & The Sacred Valley: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-cusco/  -Where to Stay in Lima: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-lima/  -10 day Peru itinerary: https://travellemming.com/peru-itinerary/  -21 Peru travel tips: https://travellemming.com/peru-travel-tips/    🛎️ Peru Hotels Nate Recommends -Tambo del Inka, Sacred Valley: https://travellemming.com/hotels/tambo-del-inka/ -JW Marriott El Convento Cusco: https://travellemming.com/hotels/jw-marriott-el-convento-cusco/ -Jaya Machu Picchu Boutique Hotel Aguas Calientes: https://travellemming.com/hotels/jaya-machu-picchu-boutique-hotel/ -Palacio del Inka Cusco: https://travellemming.com/hotels/palacio-del-inka/  -Hilton Lima Miraflores: https://travellemming.com/hotels/hilton-lima-miraflores/  #Peru #PeruTravel #PeruPodcast  Timestamps: 00:00 - How Nate almost failed Machu Picchu 05:01 - Where to stay for Machu Picchu 08:08 - How to prep for the altitude (important!) 12:30 - Is Peru just for trekkers? 15:58 - Why you shouldn't skip Lima 21:23 - History you should know 24:54 - Cusco sites & where to stay 28:25 - A traditional Peruvian drink 29:27 - Get this ticket for Cusco & the Sacred Valley 33:12 - Our Peru itinerary & more Peru guides

Don't plan your trip to Vancouver, British Columbia without watching this podcast episode. Cat is a Vancouver local, and Betty interviews her on everything a first-timer needs to know before they go. They chat about the very best things to do in the city, where to stay, how to get around, & how to visit on a budget. They also chat about safety tips for Vancouver & what neighborhoods to avoid. Have a question about visiting Vancouver? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -All Vancouver guides: https://travellemming.com/vancouver/   -All British Columbia guides: https://travellemming.com/british-columbia/   -Where to Stay in Vancouver: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-vancouver/   -Things to Do in Vancouver: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-vancouver/   -5 Day Vancouver Itinerary: https://travellemming.com/vancouver-itinerary/  -Vancouver Neighborhoods: https://travellemming.com/vancouver-neighbourhoods/  -Is Vancouver Safe?: https://travellemming.com/is-vancouver-safe/   -Day Trips from Vancouver: https://travellemming.com/day-trips-from-vancouver/    💻 Perspectives from TravelLemming.com -Vancouver's Strathcona neighborhood is a hidden gem: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/vancouver-history-in-strathcona/ -Salt Spring Island: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/i-think-everyone-should-visit-salt-spring-island/  #Vancouver #BritishColumbia #VisitVancouver #TravelPodcast  Segment Timestamps 00:00:00 – Intro 00:02:24 – Best Things to Do 00:05:24 – How to Get Around 00:07:19 – Film & TV Industry   00:10:12 – Where to Stay 00:17:00 – Budget Travel Tips 00:19:00 – Is Vancouver Safe? 00:21:13 – Gastown & Chinatown 00:22:29 – Food Scene

Watch this before you go to Amsterdam. In this episode, Betty & Amsterdam local creator Amber discuss exactly what you need to know about travel in Amsterdam. They chat about etiquette mistakes not to make, where to stay, Dutch food to try, the best things to do in the city, + so much more.  They also discuss where NOT to stay in Amsterdam & safety tips. Have a question about Amsterdam? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -Where to Stay in Amsterdam: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-amsterdam/   -Things to do in Amsterdam: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-amsterdam/  -5 day Amsterdam itinerary: https://travellemming.com/amsterdam-itinerary/  -Amsterdam packing list: https://travellemming.com/amsterdam-packing-list/  #Amsterdam #NetherlandsTravel #TravelPodcast

Heading to Prague? Watch this BEFORE you go! In this episode, our local Prague expert Meera chats with our host Betty about how to do the city right if it's your first time. Meera & Betty cover Czech etiquette you need to know, the top sites & attractions, food you need to try, exactly where to stay, + so much more.  They also reveal what NOT to do in Prague & Meera's top tips for visiting. Have a question about Prague? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -Where to Stay in Prague: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-prague/  -Things to Do in Prague: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-prague/  -5 Day Prague Itinerary: https://travellemming.com/prague-itinerary/  -Where to stay in Cesky Krumlov: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-cesky-krumlov/  #Prague #CzechRepublic #CeskyKrumlov #Prague Travel

Planning a trip to Portugal? Don't hop on the plane without listening to this episode. Our host Betty chats with Travel Lemming Senior Travel Writer & Video Producer Sky Ariella about what makes Portugal so special. They discuss where to go first in the country, Sky's favorite hidden gems, safety stats you should know, the most iconic attractions, and foods to try. Sky also shares what she thinks is the WORST time to visit Portugal + travel mistakes not to make. It's all in this episode & more. Have a question about Portugal? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -All Portugal guides: https://travellemming.com/portugal/      -Day trips from Lisbon: https://travellemming.com/day-trips-from-lisbon/    -Where to stay in Lisbon: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-lisbon/    -Where to stay in Porto: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-porto/    -Places to visit in Portugal: https://travellemming.com/places-to-visit-in-portugal/  -Where to stay in Nazare: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-nazare/  -Portugal packing list: https://travellemming.com/portugal-packing-list/  -10 day Portugal itinerary: https://travellemming.com/portugal-itinerary/       🎙️ Other Links Mentioned:  -50 best places to travel in 2025: https://travellemming.com/best-places-to-travel-2025/  #Portugal #Porto #PortugalTravel   00:00:00 – Intro 00:02:00 – Meet Sky 00:04:28 – Why Visit Portugal? 00:07:21 – Where to Go on Your First Trip 00:12:09 – When to Visit Portugal 00:13:27 – Best Things to Do 00:15:00 – Must-Try Portuguese Dishes 00:21:00 – Day Trips from Lisbon & Porto 00:22:43 – Fado Music 00:30:41 – How to Get Around Portugal 00:33:15 – Is Portugal Safe? (Especially for Solo Travelers) 00:35:37 – Why You Should Travel to Portugal 00:38:12 – Outro