Love It There

(Originally published 12/14/2023) Your favorite sister duo gives recommendations for every type of traveler that may venture to Madrid. They discuss what to do if you are traveling with a group of friends, a classic tourist, a foodie, a historian, or on a romantic / relaxing vacation. Madrid Favorites (see our Instagram for a more extensive list):“Can’t Miss Spots” - Plaza Mayor, Puerto del Sol, Atlético de Madrid and Real Madrid stadiums, Retiro ParkBars - Barcelo, KapitalRomantic spots - Templo de Debod Madrid, La Tavernier Gran Vía, Real Jardín Botánico de MadridAdventurous spots - Kayaking at Pantano de San Juan, Casa de Campo ParkChurros - Chocolatería San GinesBrunch - BucólicoTraditional Spanish food - Fatigas del QuererPaella - Restaurante La BarracaTapas - Casa JulioCoffee - Feliz CoffeeCocktails - Salmon GuruMuseums - Reina Sofía, Museo Nacional del PradoFor all of the Love It There content: Visit our Website!Follow Love It There Podcast on Instagram: @loveittherepodPrefer video podcasts? Watch on YouTube!

(Originally published 01/02/2025) Your favorite sister duo is absolutely honored to be joined by their favorite guests yet: Vince and Trudie, aka, their wonderful parents. Their parents share about one of their most memorable trips they’ve taken together: an Alaskan cruise. They discuss which port cities they stopped at, and what excursions to do at each stop. You’ll hear some history and fun facts, as well as tips on what to pack for an Alaskan cruise in August. This episode is full of laughs and definitely one you won’t want to miss. Alaska Recommendations:Holland America Cruise Line - get a room with a balcony!Juneau - capital of Alaska, only accessed via plane or boat, excursion: Mendenhall Glacier, whale-watchingSkagway - The “Gold Rush City”, excursion: White Pass & Yukon Route RailwayKetchikan - “The First City”, Salmon Capital of the World, excursion: floatplane into the Misty FjordsGlacier Bay National Park - watch the glaciers calvingThings to pack - raincoat, hat, and lots of waterproof gear!Check out our website: loveitthere.square.siteFollow Love It There on Instagram: @loveittherepodPrefer video podcasts? Watch on YouTube!

Your favorite sister duo wraps up a great second season of Love It There. We share our thoughts on the season, Season 2 stats, and our plans for Season 3! Thank you so much to all of our listeners and our guests this season. Happy travels and we will see you this fall! ✈️💕Check out our website: loveitthere.square.siteFollow Love It There on Instagram: @loveittherepodPrefer video podcasts? Watch on YouTube!

Your favorite sister duo learns all about the tropical paradise in the South Pacific: Fiji! Our guests share about why Fiji is not only a great honeymoon destination, but also a bucket-list place for anyone to go and experience living in the middle of the ocean, surrounded by beautiful blue waters. They share about scuba diving, resort recommendations, traditional kava ceremonies, and more. We discuss whether it really is worth the days of travel to get to Fiji, compared to going somewhere closer like the Caribbean. Lastly, we chat about all of the spots you might see on Survivor, because how can Survivor fans not geek out over this on a Fiji episode?!Fiji Recommendations:Resort - Tokoriki Island ResortSurvivor Islands - Mana, Tavua, MonuCastaway Island - MonurikiFood/drink - cassava, kavaCheck out our website: loveitthere.square.siteFollow Love It There on Instagram: @loveittherepodPrefer video podcasts? Watch on YouTube!

Your favorite sister duo chats with their guests about their bucket list trip to Thailand. They share their best recommendations for Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Krabi, and discuss all things beaches, food, elephant sanctuaries, Thai massages and more. They give their honest reviews of Phi Phi Islands (hint: not worth the hype!), and despite Thailand being budget travel friendly, there are some things that they would have spent more money on. Thailand Recommendations:Bangkok - Grand Palace, Food Tours, Lele SpaChiang Mai - Baan Orapin Bed and Breakfast, Into The Wild Elephant Sanctuary, Thai Cooking ClassKrabi - Kuan Nom Saow Restaurant and Viewpoint, Railay Beach, Ao Nang Beach, 7 Island TourKhao Sok National ParkLet Caroline & Lexa plan your next trip: Sippin’ Sangria Travel Check out our website: loveitthere.square.siteFollow Love It There on Instagram: @loveittherepodPrefer video podcasts? Watch on YouTube!

Your favorite sister duo hears about the adventure and perils of traveling to Antarctica. Our guest is the most spontaneous and adventurous traveler who saves money on accommodations by house- and dog-sitting in her destinations. Her trip to Antarctica was special because it checked off her seventh continent to which she has traveled. She describes the rough and wild days sailing through the Drake Passage, what to expect on the landing days, and other aspects of Antarctica that might surprise you. Plus, she explains how to save thousands of dollars on an Antarctica trip by checking Black Friday deals!Get 25% off your Trusted Housesitters membership! Check out our website: loveitthere.square.siteFollow Love It There on Instagram: @loveittherepodPrefer video podcasts? Watch on YouTube!

Your favorite sister duo gets the opportunity to chat with a Bordeaux, France local. Their guest was born in Bordeaux, and then spent some of his childhood in the United States before moving back to France for high school. He returned to the US for college and grad school. We pick his brain on the differences between living in France vs the US, and what it was like transitioning back and forth. Bordeaux is a town known for its food and wine especially, which in part has led to Bordeaux becoming known as “Little Paris”. Our guest shares his recommendations for what to do in Bordeaux and why it is a must-visit stop on your next trip to France.Bordeaux Recommendations:Food: Chocolatine, Saucisson, Magret de Canard, Ratatouille, Pain PerduDay trips: Arcachon, PyreneesWine Region: Saint EmilionFlight tracker app: Flighty Check out our website: loveitthere.square.siteFollow Love It There on Instagram: @loveittherepodPrefer video podcasts? Watch on YouTube!

Your favorite sister duo learns about why Vienna, Austria was the World’s Most Liveable City for four of the past five years. Our guest shares about her experience in the City of Music when she spent a summer there studying abroad. Home to Mozart, Beethoven and other composers, make sure you go to an opera at Schönbrunn Palace to experience Vienna’s rich classical music history. Head to the Vienna Museum Quarter, Europe’s largest museum complex, to learn more about Viennese culture. We also discuss easy day trips to Budapest and Salzburg (where The Sound Of Music takes place). We chat about cultural differences between Austria and the United States, debate about whether schnitzel is worth the hype, and so much more.Austria Recommendations:Museums and Buildings - Hofburg Palace (Spanish Riding School), Vienna Museum Quarter, Belvedere Palace, Stephansdom Cathedral, Sigmund Freud MuseumParks - CopaBeach, Prater, VolksgartenOpera - Schönbrunn PalaceFood - bratwurst, schnitzel, apple strudel, Stiegel (Austrian beer) Where to stay - 2nd DistrictCheck out our website: loveitthere.square.siteFollow Love It There on Instagram: @loveittherepodPrefer video podcasts? Watch on YouTube!