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Italy's Amalfi Coast Aug 02, 2020

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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.

His new podcast I'm Anxious About.

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

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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

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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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History Fangirl

Covid Conversations May 28, 2020

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In this episode, Stephanie and Chris stop to chat about how Coronavirus and Covid-19 are affecting travel. We chat about our own mental health and careers, what to expect from the travel industry's recovery, and how the pandemic might change how we travel in the future.

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Stockholm Apr 05, 2020

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Note: this episode was recorded BEFORE the international Covid-19 response shut down most travel in Europe and North America.

In this episode, Allison Green covers for Stephanie to talk all about the 2010 Rick Steves’ Europe episode “Stockholm.”

Chris and Allison talk about travel to Sweden, eating reindeer, and ice bars!

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Allison Green

Eternal Arrival

What to Do in Stockholm in Winter

Where to Stay in Stockholm

Sweden Packing List

Stephanie Craig

History Fangirl

Lisbon and the Algarve Mar 06, 2020

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In this episode, Allison Green covers for Stephanie to talk all about the 2004 Rick Steves’ Europe episode “Lisbon and the Algarve.”

Chris and Allison talk about travel to Lisbon, how delicious Portuguese food is, and how much Lisbon has changed in the nearly two decades since this episode was filmed.

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Where to Stay in Lisbon

How to Spend 2 Days in Lisbon

Stephanie Craig

History Fangirl

European Christmas Dec 22, 2019

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In this special Christmas episode, we chat about the 2005 Rick Steves’ Europe PBS special “European Christmas.”

We talk about visiting European Christmas markets, the magic of Christmas food in Europe, and the right and wrong way to watch this special.

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Sofia Adventures

Greek Islands: Santorini, Mykonos, and Rhodes Dec 03, 2019

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In this episode, we chat about the 2018 Rick Steves’ Europe episode “Greek Islands: Santorini, Mykonos, and Rhodes.”

We talk about the ethics of cruising, our favorite Greek island travel experiences, and why we like traveling Greece off-season.

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History Fangirl

What to Pack for Greece

50 Amazing Places to Visit in Greece

London: Mod and Trad Nov 04, 2019

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In this episode, we chat about the 2004 Rick Steves’ Europe episode “London: Mod and Trad.”

We'll talk about the British Museum, exploring the South Bank, and if there's enough "Mod" mixed in with the "Trad."

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History Fangirl

London Packing List

Beautiful Quotes about London

European Travel Skills: Part II Oct 08, 2019

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In this episode, we chat about the 2014 Rick Steves’ Europe episode “European Travel Skills: Part II.”

Jason Moore from the Zero to Travel podcast joins Chris for a VERY SPECIAL episode discussing all things packing, travel safety, and how much trip planning is enough (and how much is too much).

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Chris Mitchell

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Jason Moore

Stephanie Craig