In February 2019, I did something a little unusual for me – I started a podcast. Given how popular they’ve suddenly become, the podcast isn’t the oddity, it’s that after a decade of successfully running this travel blog I decided to add something new into the creative mix. What I didn’t know at the time was that it would be one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. After 59 episodes I can say without exaggeration that it’s the most enjoyable part of what I do and interviewing interesting people in all corners of the world is more fun than I can properly express. That being said, like blog posts, I do realize that some podcast episodes fly under the radar. Today I want to shine an even brighter light on some of those episodes that I either really enjoyed or just want to share again.
Moving forward, you can listen to all of the Explore the World Travel Podcast episodes on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher and on this page I’ve created here on LandLopers. Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss future episodes and if you like what you hear, rating the podcast will help others find it too!
ETW #52 Planning a Fun Trip to Oklahoma City
If Oklahoma City isn’t already on your travel to-do list, it will be after you listen to this podcast. In this episode, we explore the best that Oklahoma City has to offer from what to see and do, where to stay and what to eat in this fun and lively city. In this podcast I invited two guests who share everything there is to see, do and eat in Oklahoma from the fine arts to one of the best burgers you’ll ever have. We also talk in greater detail about the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum and why it’s such an important place to visit.
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In this episode we share insider tips and tricks to help you best experience Paris, France. Whether it’s your first visit or your 10th, this week we interview Stephen Oddo for insider tips to help you make the most out of your trip to Paris.
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ETW #47 Exploring the National Parks with the National Park Foundation
Learn all about the National Park Foundation & how to better enjoy the National Parks. In this episode we chat with the National Park Foundation to learn more about their mission and work around the country. We also interview a ranger from a very special park in Texas to learn more about his work and why it’s important to preserve the hundreds of protected sites around the US.
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ETW #46 Travel Agents: Everything You Need to Know
In this episode we’re learning all about what travel agents really do & when travelers should work with them. I’ve always been confused about the world of travel agents, or specialists as they’re called today. Can you really save money? Do they really score secret upgrades? In this podcast we answer those questions and more.
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ETW #42 Traveling to Shanghai & Shanghai Disneyland
If you’ve ever wondered about booking last minute trip deals then this podcast episode is for you. Traveler Brandon Owen joins us to share his experience on a spontaneous trip to Shanghai, China including what to see and do from the Bund to Disneyland and everything in between.
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ETW #39 Inappropriate Travel With Spud Hilton
In this episode we’re chatting with the host of the “Inappropriate Traveler” podcast, the always insightful and hilarious Spud Hilton. Spud has spent a career poking fun at the travel industry and this week he joins us to chat about travel writing and why it’s important to be an inappropriate traveler.
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ETW #37 Exploring Europe with Monograms Travel
Join me as I explore Europe with the innovative travel company Monograms. In this episode we learn more about what makes Monograms Travel so different and why they’re the perfect choice for independent travelers.
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ETW #20 Sustainable Travel & What It Means For You
Sustainable travel is one of those murky terms that everyone agrees sounds good, but not many people really understand what it means. This week we are chatting with two sustainable travel experts who share their views on what it is and how it impacts everyone, no matter who they are or where they go.
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ETW #15 Great American Weekend Getaway Destinations
From San Francisco to Boston, Detroit to Hollywood, this week we’re highlighting some fun weekend getaway destinations around the U.S. perfect for a quick trip.
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ETW #10 Game of Thrones Travel Guide
Although Winter isn’t really coming, the final season of Game of Thrones is and so today we’re talking all about GoT filming locations around the world that anyone can visit. Northern Ireland, Iceland, Croatia and Spain have all been heavily featured in episodes of Game of Thrones and in this episode experts join us to share how to best visit these key filming locations.
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