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• What are the best travel books of 2024?

• What should I buy for my friends who like to travel to Europe?

• What is the best gift for the traveler in my life?

• What should I read when I am traveling to Europe?

• What books have europe as the setting?

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Mystery Maniac

The Venice Sketchbook by Rhys Bowen

Murder in Tuscany by TA Williams (book 3 in the series is the newest story about Dan, a retired English detective who helps the local authorities. Helping him along the way is his loyal dog Oscar.

Historical Fiction Junkies

The Paris Library by Janet Charles

The Paris Apartment by Kelly Bowen

The Paris Dressmaker by Christy Camberon

Poland by James Michener

Non Fiction Lovers

A Pope and A President by Paul Kengor

The Turning Tide: a biography of the Irish Sea by Jon Gower

For Foodies

Ireland’s Green Larder:  The Definitive History of Irish Food and Drink by Margaret Hickey

Searching for Italy by Stanley Tucci

1,000 foods to eat before you die: food lover’s life list by Mimi Sheraton

The Unknowns: The Untold Story of America’s Unknown Soldier and WWI’s Most Decorated Heroes Who Brought Him Home by Patrick O’Donnell

Warsaw 1944: Hitler, Himmler and the Crushing of a City by Alexandra Richie

Romantic Reads

The Christmas Castle in Scotland and The Cozy Cottage in Ireland by Julie Caplin

A Postcard from Italy by Alex Brown

Love and Gelato by Jenna Evans Welch

Logistics Lover

Paris In Stride Jessie Kanalos Weiner

Les Frenchies

Walking Amsterdam by NatGeo

Building the Cycling City: The Dutch Blueprint for Urban Vitality By Melissa Bruntlett

• Listography
  
• The Travel Book
  

What We’re watching...

• Flavors Of Poland
  
• Somebody Feed Phil
  

What we’re eating!

Recipe for Kielbasa

1 jar sauerkraut

1 14 oz can applesauce

3-4 rings of kielbasa

1 bag of potatoes

Chop the potatoes into inch to inch and a half sized cubes and add them to a large pot. Add sauerkraut including the juice and the applesauce. Put the pot on high while you cut the kielbasa into pieces. From ¼ inch coins to bigger chunks, the size is up to you. Add to pot and cover. Stir every 5 minutes or so making sure to pull from the bottom for even cooking. Cook for about 40 minutes or until your potatoes are just the way you like them.

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Alexandra and Terri travel throughout the year. This podcast was last researched and updated in January of 2022.

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• What is the best way to get my passport?

• What should I know about tsa precheck when I travel to Europe?

• What is global entry and how do i use it?

• How do i use my passport when I am traveling to Europe?

• How does global entry work?

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The Facts:

Real ID Act October 2021- star on DL - some say 56% have had a passport in their lifetime 37% of people own a valid, unexpired passport in this country at any given time, and 19% have actually been to a foreign country (just one)

Applying and documentation/ cost $165.00/ state department 6 months expiration 

passport cards vs books vs double books

margie and Betty Ann story

terri’s passport story

How to get passport stamps in Europe

passport safety 

Handing over your passport

botswana crossing 

passports used to be held on cruises, not so much anymore, 

RFID wallet or passport holder

Things passports don’t do

Passports are not a VIsa (schengen visa)

Goodbye Mobile Passport! 

Evaluate whether you need global entry or tsa precheck- it could be money better spent in other areas of your trip. 

Getting Global Entry and TSA Precheck 

Get GE first because it includes precheck$100.00 and 1 interview vs 175.00 and 2 interviews

 Don’t put your passport in the pocket of your airplane seat.

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• What is the best way to pack for traveling to Europe?

• What should I pack when I travel to Europe?

• What travel gadgets are worth buying?

• What should I not pack when I am traveling to Europe?

• How can I pack smart when I am traveling to Europe?

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Luggage scale Instead of a suitcase scale, choose to pack your suitcase to capacity without over-stuffing it.

Hairdryer

Umbrella Instead of an umbrella, pack a raincoat. This will provide hands free cover and a little warmth if needed. It can also be layered to insulate in colder weather.

Selfie stick Instead of a selfie stick, make a friend and have them take the snap. Many places are banning them anyway. 

Every emergency item you’ve anticipated Instead of a medication organizer for overseas travel, keep all of your prescriptions in the issued bottle. Additionally, take a picture of each one to ensure you have a copy in case there's a need to seek out a pharmacist.

Travel size products Instead of dedicated travel containers for liquids, or worse yet, travel size products, hold back the last of your full size products and toss them at the end of your trip to make room for your travel memories.

Good jewelry  Instead of a dedicated jewelry container, wrap your jewelry in a beeswax sandwich wrap so you have your jewelry and a way to wrap a mid day snack! The wax wrap will keep your jewelry from tangling and it's washable.

Bulky water bottle

Neck Pillow Instead of a neck pillow, pack a multi use wrap. It's not bulky and will always come in handy.

Every electronic accessory ever Our solution is to ensure that every piece of electronics that we pack does more than one thing. By the time, we examine all of the different gadgets out there, we take our iPhone, a charging pack, and the cords we need to run it. That's all! No camera, no extra iPad. None of it. It's so much easier! We also pack a water bottle that we can lose and we download as many books as we possibly can whether we do that on our Kindle app or on Audible.

All the stuff that’s in your purse just because

Shoes

Fanny packs

Over American logos

Over colored nails

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• What is the best part of traveling to Europe?

• Why should I care about art when I travel?

• What art should I see in Europe?

• Where are the best art museums in europe?

• How can I include art in my european travel?

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We’ve been down the rabbit hole with art lately…

Lady with Ermine back in her home in Krakow

All the chatter about the Spring Vermeer exhibit in Amsterdam

https://rembrandtsamsterdam.com

Let's talk about the principal that was fired because she allowed David to be included in the art lessons at the private school. She went to visit David at the invitation of the Accademia’s director and said the experience was wonderful!!! 

The Met Gala which brings me to the gallery Dior in Paris

Sotheby’s will be auctioning off some of Freddie Mercury’s possessions in September! 

I wonder what it would be like to attend a high stakes auction?

What’s with all the protests in fine art spaces? National gallery and climate protests , the louvre and Mona Lisa?

Speaking of the Mona Lisa, would it be better to create a separate space 

What’s your favorite museum as of late?

Books?

Pick-The Rape of Europa by Lynn Nichols

Pan- The Lady and the Unicorn by Tracey Chevalier

Movies?

Inside with William DaFoe (2023) 

Paint with Owen Wilson (2023)

Big Eyes 2014

Miss Potter 2007

Loving Vincent 2017

6 Tips for buying art prints and objects while traveling

- Prints are one of the most affordable items you can buy

- Have A Plan. Where is it going to go? To another person? On your wall? If so, where?

- ditch any frames and pack your art flat (canvas should be facing down as well)

- Watch where things are made, look at the markings and stickers to ensure your money is going toward something local

- let shops wrap items for you- it's worth the time

- breakables are breakables be prepared to carry them on and not in your checked bag

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• What is the best part of traveling to Europe?

• Where should I travel to in Europe in 2024?

• How can I choose where to travel in Europe?

• What are the best destinations in europe?

• Why Europe should be your next travel destination.

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Dear Babcia and yiayia-

I finally wound up with some time to go to Europe and I want to make the most of it. I know I want to see the big stuff and I know I want to see more than one place while I’m over there. Here’s my problem, I don't even know where to start! What’s the best first place to visit? Help!

Alex’s 5 places:

Mont St. Michel, France

Westport, Ireland

Czhechahovia, Poland

CInque Terre

Kristiansand, Norway

Terri’s 5 places:

Jerusalem Israel

Florence, Italy

Warsaw Poland

Salzburg, Austria

Amsterdam

Have a plan but plan for nothing in your plans: downtime matters

Create a tape journal or plan for a digital photo book

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• What is the best part of traveling to Europe?

• Why is storytelling an important part of travel?

• How can I add storytelling to any travel?

• What are the best ways to include storytelling in my travels?

• Why is storytelling important when I travel?

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Using storytelling to gain context in your destination 

The path of Paul

Destinations that are rich with storytelling

Storytelling festival in Scotland

Passing storytelling traditions on to younger generations

Giant’s causeway Kissing the Blarney Stone

Guides as great storytellers

Normandy

Storytellers that teach

Auschwitz

All the doggos and their stories

Irish music and American folk music

Be your own storytellers. Make up stories at famous places and get that video rolling. If you are at a castle, tell the story about the princess,

Call the Midwife

Stanley Tucci (Eva Longoria in Mexico)

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• What is the best way to fly to Europe?

• How do I choose plane tickets for my european trip?

• How do I plan my flights for my european travel?

• What are the best airports in Europe?

• What are my travel options when flying to Europe?

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By far, your biggest single expense you will deal with on any trip are your tickets to get you to your destination! How do you choose wisely? Well, there's more to consider than just price.

Most airlines like to route travelers from smaller airports to designated hubs that allows for easy transfer to international flights. When deciding which tickets to purchase, take into consideration that hub and whether or not it's convenient for your whole group to meet at or simply pass through. Choose accordingly! In addition to your wait time, you may have others, like grandma and grandpa, joining you on your trip to, say, Europe. Consider having them meet you at your hub so you can all fly to your final destination together. This gives you more adult hands on the longest leg of your trip.

Whether I'm traveling on my own or with a group, I use the TripIt app to keep my itinerary straight. This app imports your email details into an easy to use timeline that helps you ensure that all of your reservations are taken care of and not overlapping. This includes flights, lodging, sites and transportation. Once you have a trip started, you can share it with all of the travelers in your group and interested parties who need to know where you are. Everyone in your group can keep up with the planning progress and share in the excitement. 

You will save time and money by carrying on/Plan your luggage needs.

When buying your tickets, check into the luggage policies. Will the amount of bags you are taking be covered? What are the stroller and car seat policies? Can you choose your seats ahead of times? What are the carry-on requirements? Packing for a trip is dicey. You want to take everything you will need but you don't want to lug it all around. Research the best advice out there and keep it to a minimum. Checking for good laundry options will also help you pair down your packing. 

There’s only one way to get to a destination/ Choose an alternative airport.

You are headed to London and the tickets are expensive. However, there's a $500.00 difference from home to Paris. Okay, get to Paris and take the train straight into St. Pancreas Station. You just saved about $1000.00! Consider other airport alternatives: Shannon and Dublin, Warsaw and Krakow, Glasgow and Edinburgh, the list goes on. You may find that you have the opportunity for an adventure you never even considered.

having a good plan to get back to reality isn't such a bad idea. This is also a good time to check on customs policies for your destination. For example, travelers go through customs before boarding flights in Dublin. Know what to expect.

Everybody has to fly together. Choose a family friendly hub.Share your trip wisely.Have an exit strategy.

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• What should I not buy when packing for Europe?

• How do I plan what to pack for a European Trip?

• How do I pack everything in one bag?

• What are the European packing essentials?

• How do i make sure I am packing smart?

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Get your world organized! Marie Kondo: The Life changing habit of tidying up, the gentle art of swedish death cleaning is another good one to inspire you to get rid of what you truly don’t love and don’t need

• A dedicated travel wardrobe (multi use capsule) and we talked about this on our last show

• Versatile cubes (especially for a bathing suit, a raincoat, and knitwear)(undergarments) for the little things, not everything!

• Laundry bag

• carry ons vs check in 

• technology paring down the electronics (making things multi use), have a show that will talk all about getting your iphone ready for travel look for our upcoming show on how to turn your Iphone into your travel concierge

• Airtags

•  Wired or wireless headphones for the in flight system and portable battery for unfortunate delays (iFly)

• Too many types of entertainment Magazines, books, ipad, toiletries

• All the electronic cords (organizer)

• All the toiletries

• Full water bottle

• Books consider downloading books to kindle or whatever reading app you prefer to use.

• A dedicated jewelry container

• Travel containers for liquids

• Umbrellas

• Suitcase scales

• Medication organizer for overseas travel

• Selfie stick

• Neck pillows

• Travel size products..waste of money

The sealed envelope note

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• What makes European travel successful?

• How do I plan a Trip to Krakow?

• Where should I stay in Krakow?

• How do I choose the best things to do in Krakow?

• What’s so great about Krakow?

• What are the off the beaten path sites in Krakow?

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Top of the Krakow list is the beautiful Wawel Castle, the heartbreaking experience at Auschwitz and the story of Oskar Schindler and his factory. But there is more to this town than just the worthwhile big hitters. Here are five experiences we recommend to anyone who wants to take on Krakow.

Admit it, it's the perfect food. Two bites of dough wrapped tastiness is about as good as it gets. Well, maybe being able to make them and eat them is as good as it gets! Check out the cooking classes offered by Delicious Poland as well as walking tours that let you get used to the local menu.

We know, we know, but we didn't make a mistake! While the famous Mona Lisa holds court in the Louvre, her cousin, Lady with Ermine, has just recently been reinstalled to her place of honor in the Czartoryski Museum in the heart of the city.

Noooo... not a pub crawl! We bet that you've already seen all of those little eco golf carts all over the center of Krakow. They are the perfect set of wheels to explore all of those amazing churches dotting the old town and beyond. Don't get us wrong, there are plenty in walking distance from the main square and you'll get to see everything from priceless altar pieces to the altar dedicated to St. Hyacinth, the patron saint of the pierogi!

However, those eco carts can get you to some of the further flung churches like Corpus Christi and give you a little bonus look at the Kazimierz District! Each and every one has a different look and a different feel. Each has a little bit of a different story and plenty of historical references including side chapels with amazing art and architecture and religious references including the hometown hero saints like Pope John Paul II and Maximillian Kolbe.

Summer is the perfect season to enjoy the European football season (even if you aren't a die hard fan in real life). In all reality, the game isn't the point. The experience of being in a pub or cafe as the game is on with people cheering for a team is the true fun of it all. So, book a table, figure out which side everyone is rooting for and blindly follow as best you can. Trust us! You'll have a ball!

The Vistula River winds its way through Krakow connecting the Old Town and Kazimierz areas with the Podgorze district. The Father Bernatek Bridge was built in 2010 and is a lovely place to cross. This footbridge is dotted with acrobatic sculptures that seem to balance on the high wires above. Rent some bikes and enjoy the crossing as the sculptures dance above you.

5 Things to experience in Europe's best kept secretCook up perfection in a pierogi class.Take in the glory of Leonardo DaVinci.Partake in a Church Crawl.Watch the game!Walk the bridge.

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• What items should I not pack?

• How do I choose what to wear for my European Trip?

• What is a capsule wardrobe?

• How do I make a capsule wardrobe?

• What are the best clothes to pack when we travel?

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You hear it all the time! Create a capsule wardrobe to be a successful traveler. It makes any potential packer think that they need to order and buy specialty clothes to only use when there's a suitcase at hand. Not so fast! We, here at Babcia and YiaYia, think that you might be selling yourself and your closet a little short. That's right, we think you probably have far more than you think to complete the perfect travel wardrobe.

You already know all of the things in your closet that are high maintenance They wrinkle fast and never wash well. You probably pull them out once or twice a year. They probably won't pack very well anyway. Additionally, you probably know what kind of weather your head toward so out of season stuff is not part of your packing equation.

It's your favorite one and you pair it with black and white all the time. Ours is blue. It goes with our complexions and never fails to photograph well. You probably have this color weaving in and out of every rack in your closet anyway.

Black. White. Denim. These wardrobe basics are the foundation to your mix and match packing style.

It's time to start pairing items together so that everything you take pulls a double shift. We start with the amount of days from take off to laundry. Do you have seven days until laundry? Then you need 5 bottoms in cool weather and 6 bottoms in hot weather. (Why six? Try sweating all day and then trying to look refreshed for dinner.) Seven days also needs 6-7 tops. There are many people who will give you different numbers but sweat doesn't lie. Then make sure each top has a different bottom that will make a new look.

If you like dresses, simply subtract one for every dress you plan to pack. Just remember that every dress you take needs to pack well. It also needs to be useful. Dresses for a rafting trip won't do you much good but an easy to use maxi dress might be just perfect for evenings in Paris.

No matter what the weather, we always pack a wrap, a cardigan, and a scarf. Sounds like overkill? Well, we find that we use every single item every single time. Wraps are perfect as a double for plane blanket or pillow. The most important thing about these pieces is that they go with every single outfit we bring.

You are definitely going to need walking shoes. These will most likely be your bulkiest shoes and you will most likely wear them on the plane just like us. Additionally, you are going to want a pair of shoes that turns all of your outfits into a smarter look for evening. This may be a pair of flats or sandals. The point is, they elevate your look somehow to give you a little oomph.

Take all of those picks and pack them up. Try not to open it for three or four days. Then, take it all out and decide if it's a keeper. You're ready to make a shopping list of the very few things that may be missing.

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• What makes European travel successful?

• How do I plan a European Trip?

• How do I plan a European trip for different generations?

• How do I make everybody happy on our next trip to Europe?

• How do i make my teenagers happy when we travel?

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Thanks for joining us today! As always, we hope that our travel nonsense translates into your travel success! For more on how to approach public transportation when traveling or any of our other show notes, click here! Get our take on how we create trips and ensure that every person on every trip enjoys themselves every time! Click here for access to our 10 minute video! In this episode, we can answer: For a full rundown on our conversation check out our show notes here! Now follow us on ALL the social media! Facebook   @babciaandyiayia Twitter   @babciaandyiayia Instagram   @babciaandyiayia TikTok   @babciaandyiayia  (We LOVE your questions too!) Pinterest Have ideas or questions about what you'd like us to cover? Please e-mail us your questions or ideas at babciaandyiayia@gmail.com Visit our blog and website by clicking here! We last traveled to Europe in Summer of 2023.

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• What should I avoid in Europe?
• What mistakes do tourists make in Europe?
• How can I avoid pick pockets in Europe?
• What is the easiest way to get pick pocketed in Europe?
• What are the most common mistakes when traveling to Europe?

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• What is there to do in Bruges?
• Is Bruges a good travel destination?
• What should I eat in Bruges?
• What is Bruges like?
• What should I plan for in Bruges?
• What should I skip in Bruges?

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• Meet Lauren Pelkey for Wally the Wandering Wallaby

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We last traveled to Europe in Summer of 2023.

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• What should I do in Northern Ireland?
• How can I get to Scotland from Ireland?
• Where should I stay in Western Ireland?
• What are the best activities in Western Ireland?
• What things should I skip in Western Ireland?

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• How do I stay organized as I travel?
• What do I need to arrange for my trip?
• What should I do when I come home from a trip?
• What can I do to make my travel easier?

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Terri and Alex travel to various destinations including Europe and North America

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We last traveled to Europe in Summer of 2023.

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• What are our favorite books to gift this year?
• What are the most famous bookstores in Europe?
• How do travelers and books go together?
• Some of our favorite bookstores and libraries
• What we are asking Santa for this year!
• Plus a preview of 2023!!!

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In this episode, we can answer:

• What are our favorite book picks this year?
• What are the most famous bookstores?
• How do travelers and books go together?
• Some of our favorite bookstores and libraries
• Meet Lauren Pelkey for Wally the Wandering Wallaby

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• Where should I go when visiting Alaska?
• What is there to do in Alaska?
• What activities should I book for my trip to Alaska?

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Terri and Alex were last in Alaska in the Summer of 2017

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• What tickets do I need to pre purchase in Rome?
• What reservations do I have to make when I travel to Rome?
• Which museums need to be scheduled in Rome?
• How do I use 10 days in Italy well?
• How do I make my trip to Italy the best experience?
• What should I know before I plan my trip to Italy.

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We last traveled to Europe in Summer of 2023.

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• What are the best places to visit in NYC?
• What should I skip when visiting NYC?
• Where can I find authentic experiences in NYC?
• How do I choose what to do on my first time in NYC?
• What is in NYC outside of Manhattan?
• How do I ride the train in NYC?
• What is the best way to see Central Park in NYC?

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Alexandra is a native New Yorker and was last enjoying Manhattan in June 2022.

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• Why should I visit Asheville?
• What is the food scene in Asheville?
• What should I do in Asheville?
• Is Biltmore Estate worth seeing?
• What else can I do at Biltmore Estate?
• What is canyoneering?

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Alexandra and Terri were last in fabulous Asheville in June 2022!

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In this episode, we can answer:

• How do I make travel count?
• What are some of the safest destinations to travel to?
• Where should I plan my next trip?
• How do I start my bucket list?

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Alexandra and Terri have more than 20 years of travel experience. We last traveled to Europe in Summer of 2023.

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• How do I choose clothes to travel when I am plus size?
• What are the best travel tips for a plus size traveler?
• What are the biggest issues for a plus size traveler?
• How can I plan a trip when I am a plus size traveler?

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Alexandra and Terri have over 20 years of plus size travel experience. They travel several times each year. This podcast and blog were last researched and updated in August 2022.

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In this episode, we can answer:

• What are some great destinations that my husband would like?
• How to travel with my spouse?
• How to travel with my husband?
• How to find the perfect place to travel for me and my husband?
• What are the 5 best destinations for a reluctant traveler?

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Alexandra and Terri have traveled with and without husbands for over 20 years. This podcast was last researched and updated in January 2022.

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Alexandra and Terri have over 20 years of travel experience. We last traveled to Europe in Summer of 2023.

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In this episode, we can answer:

• What do I do when I visit Washington DC for the first time?
• What can I skip when I go to Washington DC?
• How do I get around Washington DC?
• What are the best things to do in Washington DC?
• What are the best day trips from Washington DC?

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Alexandra and Terri have over 20 years of travel experience. Alexandra lives in the Washington DC area. This blog and podcast was last researched and updated in July of 2022.

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In this episode, we can answer:

• What are the best cities in northern Switzerland?
• What are the best things to do in Northern Switzerland?
• What are the best things to do in Bavaria?
• Do I need to rent a car in Bavaria?
• How far is Bavaria from Switzerland?
• What outdoor activities can I do in Bavaria?

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Alexandra and Terri have over 20 years of travel experience. We last traveled to Europe in Summer of 2023.

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• What can I expect on a river cruise?
• What is a European river cruise like?
• What to expect from a river cruise in Europe?
• What kinds of ports do river cruises go to?

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Alexandra last traveled on a river cruise in July 2021. Alexandra and Terri have more than 20 years of travel experience. We last traveled to Europe in Summer of 2023.

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In this episode, we answer:

• How can book make my travel better?
• How do books connect to my travel?
• What are the best books to help me travel?
• What should I read to be a better traveler?

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Alexandra and Terri have over 20 years of travel experience. They plan travel throughout the year. This blog and podcast were last updated in January of 2022.

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In this episode we answer:

• Which icons are worth visiting in Paris?
• How do I spend four days in Paris?
• What are the best day trips from Paris?
• How do I choose museums for my first visit to Paris?
• What should I not see on my first visit to Paris?

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Alexandra last traveled to Paris in July 2022. Alexandra and Terri have over 20 years of travel experience. We last traveled to Europe in Summer of 2023.

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• ~What to do with all the memorabilia from my trip?
• ~How do I store my travel memories?
• ~How do I display my travel memories?
• ~What can I do with all the stuff from my travels?

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Alexandra and Terri have over 20 years of travel experience. They plan travel throughout the year. This blog and podcast were last researched and updated in January 2022.

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Alexandra and Terri have over 20 years of travel experience. Together they plan travel throughout the year. This podcast and blog were last researched and updated in January of 2022.

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Terri last visited West Yellowstone and Jackson Hole in December of 2021. This podcast and blog were last researched and updated in January of 2022.

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Alexandra and Terri have over 20 years of travel experience. Alexandra studies art and history at AMU. We last traveled to Europe in Summer of 2023.

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In this episode, we can answer:

• How do I choose the best travel souvenirs?
• What are the best travel souvenirs?
• Where do I find the best travel souvenirs?

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Alexandra and Terri scope out the very best gift shops when they travel throughout the year. This podcast and blog were last researched and updated in July of 2022.

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In this episode, we can answer:

• How do I plan a trip to Athens?
• Where do I stay in Athens?
• What should I plan on a trip to Athens?
• How do I get to the Greek islands from Athens?
• What are the best day trips from Athens?

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The globe and book store in the Plaka:

Anavasi Travel Bookstore

Voulis 32, Athina 105 57, Greece

Percy Jackson and The Lightening Theif by Rick Riordon

Eurail

My Greek Table on PBS

My Big Fat Greek Wedding

Clio Muse

Taxibeat

Dimos Jewelry

Mpenizelou Paleologou 3, Athina 105 56, Greece

Helen's next to Hermion

Pandrossou 15, Athina 105 56, Greece

Old Orient Jewelry

Pandrossou 73, Athina 105 55, Greece

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We last traveled to Europe in Summer of 2023.

Thanks for joining us today! As always, we hope that our travel nonsense translates into your travel success! For more on how to travel to Poland or any of our other show notes, click here!

In this episode, we can answer:

• What are the best things to do in Krakow?
• How do I plan a trip to Krakow?
• Is it safe to travel to Krakow?

Pierogi christmas Ornament

Not My Circus Not My Monkeys wine glasses

Flavor of Poland

The Man That Would Be Polka King with Jack Black

Taste of Poland Treats Box

Nemo learn polish App

This incredible commercial that embodies the polish charm!

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We last traveled to Europe in Summer of 2023.

Thanks for joining us today! As always, we hope that our travel nonsense translates into your travel success! For more on how to plan your travel with guidebooks or any of our other show notes, click here!

In this episode, we can answer:

• What is the best guidebook for my trip to Europe?
• Which guidebooks should I use?
• How do I choose a guidebook for my trip?
• What kind of guidebook should I buy?

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Alexandra and Terri plan travel throughout the year. This podcast and blog were both researched and updated in Fall of 2022.

Babcia and YiaYia's Rundown on Botswana 

Babcia and YiaYia's Teaching in Lusaka

In this episode, we can answer:

• How do I decide when to go on Safari?
• How do I get ready for a trip to Africa?
• Where should I travel to go on Safari?
• What is the best way to see Victoria Falls?
• Where should I stay in Victoria Falls?
• How do I travel in Africa?

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Alexandra last visited Zambia and Botswana in June, 2019. This podcast and blog were last researched and updated in Fall 2022.