Destinations Beyond Expectations
The Podcast Designed for Students of Travel
Episodes
188 episodes
Lisbon’s Amazing Sights and Things to do
Lisbon is a popular European destination to visit because of its breathtaking views, energetic neighborhoods, and great nearby day trips. Joining Stevie to dive deeper into some of Lisbon’s amazing sights and things to do is Priscilla Rodriguez...
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5 Unique Places in Spain to Add to Your Itinerary
Spain's breathtaking architecture, lively festivals, rich cultural legacy, and mouthwatering food make it an unforgettable tourist destination. Stopping by to talk about 5 highlights from her trip to Spain is blogger
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Laval & Oka are Worth Exploring on Your Next Trip to Montreal
We all know Montreal is a popular city for tourists, but today we're putting the spotlight on two other nearby destinations in Quebec, Laval and Oka, that have a ton of great things to do. If you’re interested in learning more about Oka’s chees...
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Florence’s History and Some Top Sites to See
Known for being the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence, Italy was a cultural hub where literature, science, and the arts all thrived. Joining Stevie to talk about some top sites to see in Florence and more about Florence’s history is Kasia...
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Discover Hidden Gems in Southern Illinois
With wineries, outdoor adventures, historical markers, and friendly small towns, Southern Illinois is truly a hidden gem that is totally worth checking out. Today, Stevie is joined by Jessica Baine from the
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Great Things to do on a Great Day in NYC
On the days when New York City gets some of its best weather, there are so many amazing things to do from experiencing the buzz of Central Park to catching a perfect sunset on a rooftop bar and more. Stevie's guest today is Kate Vernier from th...
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The Dynamic Borough of Brooklyn, New York
The dynamic borough of Brooklyn, New York, is well-known for its many neighborhoods, the famous Brooklyn Bridge, and other popular tourist destinations including Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Museum. Joining Stevie to talk about Brooklyn is Be...
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A Travel Overview of Nova Scotia
With beautiful coastal scenery, quaint seaside communities, and a wealth of cultural heritage, Nova Scotia can be an epic vacation destination for history buffs, lovers of the great outdoors - or really anyone! Meggan and Jenn from
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Fun Places to Check Out During a Weekend in Cornwall
With its gorgeous coastline Cornwall, England, is a mesmerizing travel destination with plenty of hidden gems to discover. Joining the show to talk about Cornwall are Emma and Steffan from the In Wanderme...
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Surfing, Sunsets and More in Waikiki
Every year, tons of tourists head to Waikiki for its world-class surfing, exciting nightlife, and diverse cultural offerings. Tori Mitchell from Tori Pines Travels joins Stevie to talk about some idea...
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The Vibrant City of Valencia, Spain
The coastal city of Valencia, Spain is known for having delicious food, great beaches and many historic sites to explore. Jan Oberson from Jan Adventures joins Destinations Beyond Expectations to talk ab...
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How to Keep Costs Down on a Trip to Banff
While visitors have the opportunity to enjoy gorgeous blue lakes, a variety of animals, and an array of incredible outdoor activities, the truth is, Banff can get expensive. Caitlin Laurent joins De...
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Tips for Seeing Rome in 3 Days
Every year the historic city of Rome wows a huge number of visitors. Today Stevie is joined by Phylicia Stitzel from The Backpacker Mom who talks about some ideas for how to spend 3 days in Rome. ...
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Mexico City and Three Great Day Trips
Mexico City is the biggest city in North America, and it has no shortage of delicious food, vibrant neighborhoods, and fun adventures to discover. Becca Siegel from Half Half Travel joins the show t...
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Tea, Wildlife and More in Sri Lanka
Located in the Indian Ocean, the country of Sri Lanka is full of tasty tea, fascinating wildlife and much more to discover. Valerie Edman from Cultured Travel joins the show to talk more about Sri La...
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Amazing Things to Discover in Buffalo
With Niagara Falls in its backyard, Buffalo, NY is a town full of great people, delicious food, and fun places to explore! Julia from the Planned Wanderings blog joins Destinations Beyond E...
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Take an NYC Day Trip to Beacon, NY
If you're traveling to New York City and are looking to step outside of the city for a day, make sure to have Beacon, NY on your radar! Elizabeth Palumbi from Life of the Traveling Pin sits down wi...
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Amazing Things to Discover in Western North Carolina
Many people travel to North Carolina's beaches each year, but in the western part of the Tar Heel State visitors can discover beautiful mountain views and endless outdoor adventures! Joining Stevie to talk about some of the great things to expe...
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Touristy, Outdoorsy & Quirky Things to See in Seattle
From music history to outdoor adventures to one-of-a-kind museums, Seattle has a lot to offer for visitors. Joining DBE to talk about the touristy, outdoorsy & quirky things to see in Seattle is Scott Shetler AKA the
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The Stunning Yosemite Firefall Effect
Each year during the winter in Yosemite National Park, a stunning natural effect dubbed the Yosemite Firefall takes place. Joining DBE to talk about the Yosemite Firefall and how visitors can see it in person is Jeanine Romo from
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Costa Rica's Manuel Antonio National Park
Situated on Costa Rica's Pacific Coast, Manuel Antonio National Park is a natural treasure. Joining the show to talk about Manuel Antonio National Park is Samantha from Mytanfeet, an amazing blog about trave...
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Diving Into Glacier National Park
Boasting 131 named lakes, roughly 2 dozen active glaciers and over 700 miles of hiking trails, Glacier National Park is a truly amazing place that draws nearly 3 million visitors a year. Joining DBE to talk about Glacier National Park is friend...
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Top Things to do When Visiting Key West
Today we're heading south - technically the furthest south that you can find yourself within the continental United States - we're going to Key West! Lana Sitler from Adventures by Lana joins the show...
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Curating Family Travel with a Special/Medical Needs Child
Many families who have children with disabilities go through certain hurdles during their travels in terms of communication, planning ahead, and other things that many of us don’t necessarily have to think through or worry about when we travel....
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