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Covid Cabin Fever? Consider Adventure in Utah.

Contributing Author February 11, 2021

Our outdoorsy friends are weighing in on their new fave hotspot…UTAH?! Turns out there are most definitely some fun and adrenaline-packed activities to partake of in the Beehive State. Read on to find out what they are. Lake Powell – for getting wet One of the best locations in the whole of Utah for the adventure junky is Lake Powell. Of course, it’s not just a great place for water sports but is cinematically beautiful as well, with its blue water and red stone rocks! In particular, wakeboarding seems to be the activity of choice here. You know that sport […]

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Tiptoeing Back to Travel in 2021

Contributing Author January 19, 2021

Editors note: At the time we publish this (January 2021) , please note that we are in no way recommending unnecessary travel right now. We are, however, hopeful that 2021 will get us back on the road and in the air to visit our favorite places and explore new ones. Please consult your country’s health authority for current recommendations. If you are yearning to scratch that wanderlust itch, you might be eager to hot-foot it onto a plane to immerse yourself in new cultures, see new vistas, and experience life outside of your hometown. For those of us who adore […]

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Alicia Keys in the Concorde Lounge & Part II with Joel Bruner

Jake Redman December 18, 2020

It’s our last pod before Christmas! Jake talks about how he used his few minutes with Alicia Keys via a company (SiriusXM/Pandora) sponsored Zoom meet & greet to confirm details of something he saw at the JFK Concorde Room in 2014 (at the start of “#mileburn2014“). Plus we dig up a quick tip on “secret” Chase Ultimate Rewards partners, find out we’re not CNN’s fave podcast AND finish our interview with our YouTube pal Joel Bruner. Listen now. Story Links -Chase Ultimate Rewards secret transfer partners.-CNN probably just hasn’t heard about us. View this post on Instagram A post shared […]

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The Must-Have List for Trekking

Contributing Author December 14, 2020

As we search for new ways to travel and explore, we step outside the airport to explore things like “trekking”. Trekking is a popular form of adventure travel that involves hiking over long distances. Well-known examples include The Inca Trail, Everest Base Camp, Mt Kilimanjaro trek and The Appalachian Trail. Going on a trek commonly involves a lot of preparation. On top of doing training, it’s often important to have the right kit. If you’ve got a trek planned or are thinking of planning a long hiking vacation, these are some of the key items that you’ll need. The right […]

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Joel Bruner Seizes Opportunities and Starts a new Journey in Thailand

Jake Redman December 11, 2020

Building on the opportunities he’s had traveling with and contributing to the blogs of travelling foodie Mark Weins (Migrationology, Eating Thai Food), Joel Bruner is charting his own YouTube course. After hitting some travel headlines, we talk with Joel in part one of our interview about the journey so far and how he’s handling his growing popularity online. Show Links Joel Bruner on YouTube Venice floods again even after spending 8 BILLION on a fix. The Travel Sisters highlight travel gifts that keep giving. News Transcript Venice has flooded…again. This after a shiny new 8 BILLION DOLLAR anti-flooding system wasn’t […]

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Suitcase of Clean. Our Chat With Deena Lang.

Jake Redman November 20, 2020

We skip the whole news portion to talk with Jake’s longtime radio friend and co-founder of Emotional Support Threads Deena Lang about a whole Thanksgivning-style cornucopia of topics. From cleaning your AirBnB during covid times to travelling outside your political bubble, we cover lots of ground. Strap in for family travel tips and a few laughs. Listen now…

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A big fat Amex Platinum Bonus & SO Much Random

Jake Redman November 13, 2020

We may veer off course a number of times in this podcast so feel free to skip in a bit for news on an Amex Platinum bonus with tons of potential to earn. We also chat about the major airline alliances pushing for quarantine-free travel soon. Plus, we talk about Zoom backgrounds, seasonal sadness and online chats. Listen now. Show Links -Amex Platinum brings a big offer.-Airline Alliances push to bring quarantine-free travel. News Transcript There’s a nice signup offer for Amex’s fanciest card for non-multi-millionaires. The American Express Platinum card is offering 75,000 Membership Reward points if you spend […]

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Unhackable: Tips for Keeping Your Devices Secure When Travelling

Contributing Author November 11, 2020

Whether it’s a family road trip or a business hop – it’s always best to keep things stress-free. To that end, you’re best off taking necessary steps to ensure each trip is well-planned and organized while putting your safety and security first. Typically, this can include the following: Purchasing travel/item insurance beforehand Keeping track of important documents/files that you take with you. Keeping copies of any important documents (Digitally) Storing valuable items (including your passport) in a safe or other secure space However, if you are going to be using the internet during your trip – regardless of whether you […]

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Camping Business Class. Tips for Mastering the Campervan.

Contributing Author November 8, 2020

Campervans are becoming more popular all across the world. If you scroll through travel accounts on social media, you’ll find more and more people opting for an off-the-grid trip across the country in a camper. The popularity of these vehicles makes sense. In a campervan, you can enjoy the comforts of home at the same time as enjoying the great outdoors. If you’re yet to take a campervan trip, but it’s firmly on your bucket list, here are some tips to keep in mind when planning an adventure lime this. How do I Drive This Thing? Your campervan won’t do […]

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Air Marshalls & Angry Neighbors

Jake Redman October 30, 2020

Modhop hosts are fairly mild mannered but are apparently a nuisance as neighbors in your building. We talk at length about the noise problems in our respective homes but eventually get to some travel news and talk. Airline lounges are more open than you may have thought while Chase and Amex have some pretty good bonuses happening for existing card members. Plus, find out another reason why being a Federal Air Marshall might be less than fun. Listen… Show Links List of open US airport lounges.Air Marshalls at extra risk of contracting Covid.Chase + Amex bonus points (registration required). News […]