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Dubrovnik and Balkan Side-Trips with Cameron Hewitt! May 15, 2022

In this episode, we chat about the 2010 episode of Rick Steves' Europe, "Dubrovnik and Balkan Side-Trips." We chat about how travel in the Balkans has changed over the past fifteen years, how to get out of Dubrovnik to see more of the Balkans, and why Kotor and Mostar are such magical places.

Guest: Cameron Hewitt, from Rick Steves' Europe and author of The Temporary European: Lessons and Confessions of a Professional Traveler

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Dubrovnik Travel Resources

Mostar Travel Resources

Kotor Travel Resources

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Her opinion on the best places to visit in Europe.

In this episode, I mentioned my trip to the Olympic Peninsula and Washington State. You can see what I've written about my trip so far:

The Majesty of Madrid Mar 31, 2022

In this episode, we chat about the 2004 episode of Rick Steves' Europe, "The Majesty of Madrid." We'll chat about Madrid's Spanish Civil War history, how many Madrid art museums is too many, and how tourism in Spain has changed over the past twenty years.

Guest: Kate Storm from Our Escape Clause

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Madrid Travel Resources

How to spend one day or two days in Madrid (Itinerary + tips)
How to spend three days in Madrid
The best quotes about Madrid, Spain
How to see Madrid on a budget
How to take a day trip from Madrid to Toledo

Spain Travel Resources

The best souvenirs from Spain
The best things to do in one day in Gijon, Spain
Funny puns and jokes about Spain for your trip
Barcelona's Groundbreaking Monument to Trans history
Beautiful quotes about Barcelona
Funny puns and jokes about Barcelona
The best things to do in Mallorca in winter

More from Stephanie Craig

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Her opinion on the best places to visit in Europe.

In this episode, I mentioned my trip to El Salvador. You can see my photo essay full of pictures of the Ruta de la Flores.

Minisode: Trip Inspiration for the Former USSR Feb 20, 2022

I'm sharing three things I've enjoyed recently that made me want to travel more of the former USSR! Join Us!

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Former USSR Travel Resources

Ethics and Etiquette of Red Tourism
What to pack for Armenia
How to Visit Geghard Monastery (Armenia)
75 Reasons to Travel Azerbaijan
How to buy a SIM Card in Armenia
The best things to do in Ganja, Azerbaijan
How to get a SIM Card in Azerbaijan
How to Get from Ganja to Sheki (Azerbaijan)
How to Get from Sheki to Tbilisi (and Vice Versa) (Azerbaijan & Georgia)
What to pack for Azerbaijan
Should you visit Tbilisi or Baku (Georgia or Azerbaijan)
What to know before renting a car in Azerbaijan
Beautiful Instagrammable places in Azerbaijan
What to pack for Georgia
How to Get a SIM card in Georgia
How to visit the Dry Bridge Market in Tbilisi(Georgia)
Where to stay in Chisinau, Moldova
The best day trips from Chisinau, Moldova
What to pack for Moldova
Pictures of Tiraspol, Transnistria (Moldova)
How to see the Struve Geodetic Arc in Rudy, Moldova
How to visit Rudy Monastery from Chisinau (Moldova)
The best things to do in Chisinau, Moldova
The best Chisinau photo spots (Moldova)
Destination Russia (a travel memoir)
Puns and jokes about Russia
Pictures from Chernobyl (Ukraine)
Tips for Touring Chernobyl (Ukarine)
What to pack for Ukraine
What happened at Chernobyl (Ukraine)
A history of Kyiv (Ukraine)
The best books about Chernobyl and the Chernobyl Disaster (Ukraine)
The best puns and jokes about Ukraine
Poignant quotes about the Chernobyl Disaster (Ukraine)
Beautiful churches in Kyiv (Ukraine)
The best things to do in Kyiv, Ukraine
Beautiful churches in Odesa, Ukraine
How to get to Big Almaty Lake by Taxi (Kazakhstan)
The best day trips from Almaty (Kazakhstan)
The best reasons to travel Kazakhstan
Interesting facts about Kazakhstan
Visiting Nomad's Land in Kazakhstan
Visiting Tamgaly Tas in Kazakhstan
Pictures of Big Almaty Lake (Kazakhstan)
Planning a trip to Kyrgyzstan
Things to do in Bosteri, Kyrgyzstan
Attending the World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan
How to get a SIM Card in Kyrgyzstan

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Germany’s Dresden and Leipzig Feb 13, 2022

In this episode, we chat about the 2016 episode of Rick Steves' Europe, "Germany’s Dresden and Leipzig." We'll chat about Dresden's Altstadt versus Neustadt, the best things to do in Saxony beyond these two cities, and why Stephanie disagrees with Rick's take on Dresden.

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Dresden Travel Resources

13 Quirky & Enchanting Things to Do in Dresden Neustadt

17 of the Most Instagrammable Places in Dresden, Germany

Dresden Street Art: 15 Famous Pieces and Offbeat Gems

7 Dresden Tours You Should Book & One to Avoid at All Costs!

27 Pictures of Dresden to Inspire Your German Wanderlust

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Her opinion on the best places to visit in Europe.

Minisode: Travel New Year's Resolutions Jan 02, 2022

I'm sharing my 2022 travel goals and how I created them. These are NOT predictions, just me throwing my aspirations into the universe and praying I get to Europe once or twice this year!

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Big Show Announcement, a Farewell, & Looking to 2022 Dec 21, 2021

After a tumultuous autumn, we have big news!

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Her opinion on the best places to visit in Europe.

Vienna and the Danube Sep 15, 2021

In this episode, we chat about the 2013 episode of Rick Steves' Europe, "Vienna and the Danube." From Vienna's cafes to its river cruises, travel to Vienna is magical.

So magical that Stephanie has a mini-meltdown because Vienna feels so far away at the moment, while Chris does his best to keep us on course!

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Stephanie's Vienna Travel Resources:

Minisode: Places We Miss in Europe the Most Sep 01, 2021

For this minisode, we chat about the places we miss the most in Europe! We know one day we will travel to Europe again, but right now we are homesick for some of our favorite places in Europe!

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Her favorite places in Europe.

Minisode: Jackson Travel Tips Aug 21, 2021

In this minisode, Stephanie is solo and sharing her best Jackson, Mississippi travel tips from her recent road trip around the South!

She talks about where to eat in Jackson, the best things to do in Jackson, where to stay in Jackson or nearby, and her favorite Jackson tours. See below for links to help you plan your own trip to Jackson, Mississippi!

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Chris Mitchell

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Minisode: Flight Anxiety with Dr. Lindsey Harvell-Bowman Aug 19, 2021

In this minisode, Stephanie interviews Dr. Lindsey Harvell-Bowman about flight anxiety including tips for how to reduce it. We also chat about Dr. Bowman's new book The Psychology and Communication Behind Flight Anxiety: Afraid to Fly.

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Minisode: Gatlinburg Travel Tips + Great Smoky Mountains National Park Aug 11, 2021

In this minisode, Stephanie is solo and sharing her best Gatlinburg travel tips (and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park!) from her recent road trip around the South!

She talks about where to eat in Gatlinburg, the best things to do in Gatlinburg, where to stay in Gatlinburg or nearby, and her favorite Gatlinburg tours. See below for links to help you plan your own trip to Gatlinburg, Tennessee!

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Gatlinburg Travel Resources:

13 Essential Gatlinburg Travel Tips: Everything You Need for Planning a Trip to Gatlinburg, Tennessee!
A one-day Great Smoky Mountains National Park itinerary from Gatlinburg
National Parks in Tennessee (includes an overview of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park)

Chris Mitchell

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His podcast I'm Anxious About.

Minisode: Nashville Travel Tips Aug 08, 2021

In this minisode, Stephanie is solo and sharing her best Nashville travel tips from her recent road trip around the South! She talks about where to eat in Nashville, the best things to do in Nashville, where to stay in Nashville, and her favorite Nashville tours. See below for links to help you plan your own trip to Nashville, Tennessee!

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Nashville Travel Resources:

23 Essential Nashville Travel Tips for Planning a Trip to Nashville
National Parks in Tennessee (includes an overview of Andrew Jackson's home in Nashville)
Best Nashville Souvenirs for your trip
The best quotes about Nashville for trip inspiration

Chris Mitchell

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His podcast I'm Anxious About.

Rick Steves on Why We Travel [Rick Steves Interview] Jul 20, 2021

In this episode, Rick Steves (yes, THE RICK STEVES) joins to discuss his travel special "Why We Travel."

In this Rick Steves interview, we discuss his approach to travel and business over the past year, learn some never-before-discussed behind the scenes of "Rick Steves' Europe," and share our hopes for the future of travel.

Looking for a particular bit of wisdom? Check out the interview transcript at:

"Why We Travel" - An Interview with Rick Steves

Rick Steves Interview on Why We Travel

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Minisode: Vietnam Travel Tips Jul 07, 2021

For this minisode, Stephanie is joined by travel writer Emily Lush, who lived in Vietnam for a year, to discuss our best tips for traveling to Vietnam. We chat about Vietnamese food and cuisine, scams, and why we absolutely adore this country.

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How to See Vietnam in 3 Weeks

Stephanie Craig

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Emily Lush

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Minisode: Worst Travel Fails, Part 2 Jun 27, 2021

For this minisode, we chat about more of the worst things that have gone wrong on our travels that we *mostly* caused ourselves!

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Andalucía: The Best of Southern Spain Jun 21, 2021

In this episode, Bri joins Chris to discuss the 2010 special of Rick Steves' Europe, "Andalucía: The Best of Southern Spain."

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Minisode: The Road Trip Survival Guide with Rob Taylor May 23, 2021

For this minisode, Stephanie interviews Rob Taylor, the author of The Road Trip Survival Guide, about road trip tips and his new book.

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Guide to the Best Road Trip Songs

European Easter, Part II May 02, 2021

In this episode, we chat about the second half of the 2016 special of Rick Steves' Europe, "European Easter."

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Minisode: Germany Travel Tips Apr 18, 2021

For this minisode, we share our favorite Germany travel tips! From Bavaria to Berlin to Dresden, here's what you need to know before you visit Germany for the first time.

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Guide to 21 Things to Know Before Traveling to Germany: Tips and Advice

European Easter, Part I Apr 04, 2021

In this episode, we chat about the 2016 special of Rick Steves' Europe, "European Easter." We discuss what it's like to be in Europe at Easter, how many Easter Egg painting museums are too many, and how strange it is to see crowds on tv (YouTube) right now.

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Minisode: Worst Travel Fails Mar 21, 2021

For this minisode, we chat the worst things that have gone wrong on our travels that we *mostly* caused ourselves!

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Rome: Baroque, After Dark Mar 07, 2021

In this episode, we chat about the (now retired) 2001 episode of Rick Steves' Europe, "Rome: Baroque, After Dark." We discuss the difference between older Rick Steves episodes and later ones, the luscious fashion-sense of late nineties Italians, and just how much we are missing Italian food!

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Minisode: Best Travel TV Shows Feb 21, 2021

For this minisode, we chat about our favorite travel TV shows besides Rick Steves' Europe. While it feels a little blasphemous, it was fun!

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Iran: Historic Capitals Feb 15, 2021

In this episode, we chat about the 2009 episode of Rick Steve's Europe, "Iran: Historic Capitals." We chat about Iranian food, following Rick's Iran itinerary, and how we would use Rick's show to plan our own Iran travel.

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Minisode: Favorite Travel Movies, part II Feb 01, 2021

In this minisode, we each share a few more of our favorite travel movies.

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Minisode: Travel Predictions for 2021 Jan 24, 2021

In this minisode, we discuss our predictions for travel in 2021.

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Why We Travel Jan 18, 2021

In this episode, we chat about the brand new Rick Steves’ Europe special “Why We Travel.” We chat about why he released the special right now and why we are so glad he did.

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Minisode: Favorite Travel Movies, part I Dec 28, 2020

In this minisode, we each share our favorite travel movies.

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Minisode: Tips for Hiking in Europe Dec 21, 2020

In this minisode, we each share our best tips for hiking in Europe.

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European Festivals II Dec 06, 2020

In this episode, we chat about the second half of the 2018 Rick Steves’ Europe episode “European Festivals I.” We chat what festival travel might look like going forward, tips for visiting European Christmas Markets, and why this episode was the perfect one for us to watch as our last episode of 2020.

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Minisode: European Road Trip Ideas, pt. 2 Nov 29, 2020

In this minisode, we will each share our three more European road trip ideas for a total of six additional epic road trips in Europe you can plan!

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Minisode: European Train Travel Tips Nov 15, 2020

In this minisode, we each share our best tips for traveling Europe by rail.

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Milan and Lake Como Nov 02, 2020

In this episode, we chat about the 2006 episode of Rick Steves’ Europe episode “Milan and Lake Como.” We discuss tips for visiting DaVinci's The Last Supper, why Milanese food is different than what you'll see in Southern Italy, and if Milan is the Manhattan of Italy.

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Her favorite books about Italy, Italy quotes, and tons of Milan resources:

Minisode: Stalking Chernobyl Oct 28, 2020

In this minisode, Stephanie interviews Darmon Richter, author of the fabulous new book, Chernobyl: A Stalker's Guide.

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Minisode: Countries We Wish Rick Would Cover Oct 18, 2020

In this minisode, we will each share our top three countries we wish Rick Steves would cover on "Rick Steves' Europe."

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The Story of Fascism in Europe, Part II Oct 04, 2020

In this episode, we chat about the second half of the 2018 history special of Rick Steves’ Europe “The Story of Fascism in Europe.” We discuss the upcoming US election, parallels between the early 21st century and today, and our favorite book recommendations so you can dive deeper into this topic.

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Minisode: European Road Trip Ideas Sep 20, 2020

In this minisode, we will each share our top three European road trip ideas for a total of six potential epic road trips in Europe you can plan!

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The Story of Fascism in Europe, Part I Sep 06, 2020

In this episode, we chat about the first half of the 2018 history special of Rick Steves’ Europe “The Story of Fascism in Europe.” We discuss parallels between Europe in the early twentieth century and the world today, how to seek out experiences in Europe where you will learn about this chapter in history, and the legacy of Fascism in modern Europe.

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Minisode: Where to Go in Europe in Winter Aug 30, 2020

In this minisode, European vacation ideas for three kinds of Europe winter trips: Christmas markets, winter sports, and winter sun.

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Minisode: When to Go on a Guided Day Trip & When to DIY Your Own Aug 16, 2020

In this minisode, we discuss when you want to pay for a guided group tour and when it's better to do it yourself. This is about important day trips in Europe, but also applies to trips all over the world.

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Italy's Amalfi Coast Aug 02, 2020

In this episode, we chat about the 2006 episode of Rick Steves’ Europe episode “Italy's Amalfi Coast.” We discuss when is the best time to visit the Amalfi coast, the magic of limoncello, and how to pick the best Amalfi hotel room.

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Chris Mitchell

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Chris's suggested Italy itinerary.

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Stephanie Craig

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Her favorite books about Italy, Italy quotes, and whether to visit Pompeii or Ostia Antica.

Minisode: Europe's Most Underrated Cities Jul 12, 2020

In our first minisode, we explain what they are, why we are doing them, and jump right in to cover our first topic. Stephanie and Chris each list our top three underrated European cities.

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My complete list of the Most Underrated Cities in Europe.

Naples and Pompeii Jul 08, 2020

In this episode, we chat about the 2006 episode of Rick Steves’ Europe episode “Naples and Pompeii.” We discuss tips for visiting Pompeii, what to eat in Naples, and pickpockets in Italy.

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