Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast

In this episode of Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Ryan talks with Stephanie Wallach, one of the first women to break into the world of commercial aviation in America. Plus, Kiernan faces an unfortunate bout of gate lice. Follow Along On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ooopodcast/ Things We Talked About In This Week’s Episode:  https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/23/business/american-airlines-line-cutters.html https://www.newyorker.com/humor/daily-shouts/welcome-aboard

On this episode of Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, the boys embrace Spooktober by sharing their favorite graveyards. Plus, there’s an update on friend of the pod Rick Steves’ health and some Boston travel tips from Kiernan. Things We Talked About In This Week’s Episode:  UPDATE RICK STEVES HEALTH  https://x.com/ricksteves/status/1843844907833950542?s=46 Our Share Of The Night By Mariana Enriquez  https://www.amazon.com/Our-Share-Night-Mariana-Enriquez/dp/0451495144  

In this episode, Ryan chats with Rory, a travel agent, about why people still use agents in 2024 and what it’s like booking tickets for Andrew Scott. Plus, Kiernan talks about his new job as a Boston tour guide. Things We Talked About In This Week’s Episode:  Last Stop Ryan: https://www.businessinsider.com/avoid-visa-mistake-no-middle-name-almost-ruined-trip Kiernan: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/27/world/europe/westminster-abbey-bronte-plaque-accent-marks.html 

This week on “Out of Office: A Travel Podcast,” Kiernan and Ryan chat about the deep connections between music and travel, including how a well-chosen song can be the ideal souvenir. They also dig into how much Ryan prepares for each episode. Plus, Norwegian Children’s Music! Things we talk about in this week’s episode: Rick Steves endorses Kamala: https://thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/4878714-rick-steves-endorses-harris/  Travel therapy https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240905121025.htm  ”Earth Room’ https://www.diaart.org/visit/visit-our-locations-sites/walter-de-maria-the-new-york-earth-room-new-york-united-states/     

This week on the pod, Ryan takes us to El Salvador, the land of volcanoes and Bitcoin. Hear about how he almost made it inside a beautiful church and his visit to Hermit Island. Plus, what was the miniature controversy at the Kentucky State Fair? LAST STOP Ryan:  https://nypost.com/2024/08/23/us-news/kentucky-state-fair-removes-ribbon-winning-miniature-after-realizing-it-depicted-a-porn-set/ Kiernan:  https://www.travelandleisure.com/hotels-resorts/vacation-rentals/most-unique-airbnb-stay-every-us-state 

Sarah Robbins, the COO of 21C Museum Hotels, dives into the fascinating fusion of modern art and hospitality. She shares how they create unforgettable experiences with whimsical art installations, like playful penguin statues. The conversation moves to the vibrant community engagement through art and dining at their hotels. Robbins also gives insights into their upcoming Alaska cruise, blending adventure with the unique offerings of museum hotels. Plus, they discuss recent airline policy changes and their impact on family travel.

This week on “Out of Office: A Travel Podcast,” the boys put on their finest yacht-wear and head to that enclave of the rich and famous, The Hamptons. Kiernan talks about what exactly “The Hamptons” refers to, logistics of exploring there as a tourist, and a few cultural treasures hidden out among the seaside mansions. Things we talk about in this week’s episode: Hamptons Jitney https://www.hamptonjitney.com/hjmobile/ Surf Lodge https://thesurflodge.com/  Montauk Point Lighthouse https://montaukhistoricalsociety.org/montauk-point-lighthouse/  Coopers Beach https://www.discoverlongisland.com/listing/coopers-beach/1047/  Parrish Art Museum https://parrishart.org/  Pollock-Krasner House https://artistshomes.org/site/pollock-krasner-house-and-study-center  Green River Cemetery https://greenrivercemetery.org/  Museo Cacao https://museocacao.com/  Palmero’s Breaththrough Saint https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/03/world/europe/palermo-catholic-saint-hindu-pantheon.html   Buy “Secret Boston: An Unusual Guide” https://bookshop.org/p/books/secret-boston-an-unusual-guide-kiernan-schmitt/21037780?ean=9782361957179  https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Boston-Unusual-Guide-guides/dp/2361957175 

This week Ryan welcomes his favorite author Kiernan Schmitt to talk about Kiernan’s new guidebook “Secret Boston: An Unusual Guide.” The book is a part of Jonglez Publishing’s “Secret” series, which specializes in historical oddities and way off-the-beaten-path sites fit for locals and enterprising tourists both! Things we talk about in this week’s episode: Buy “Secret Boston: An Unusual Guide” https://bookshop.org/p/books/secret-boston-an-unusual-guide-kiernan-schmitt/21037780?ean=9782361957179  https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Boston-Unusual-Guide-guides/dp/2361957175  Secret series: https://jonglezpublishing.com/product-category/secret-guides/  Our interview with Thomas Jonglez https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/travel-book-publisher-thomas-jonglez/id1438098925?i=1000454443728  North End Library Venice Miniature https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/diorama-of-venetian-palace  The Dutch House https://www.redfin.com/MA/Brookline/20-Netherlands-Rd-02445/home/11461795  Arlington Street Church Tiffany Window https://www.ascboston.org/about/building.html  Neon Williams https://neonwilliams.com/  Forest Hills Cemetery “Neighbors” by Christopher Frost https://www.christopherfrost.org/#/neighbors2006/  The Dodecagonal House https://www.bostonpreservation.org/news-item/my-boston-home-dragon-jp  Jumbo’s Ashes at Tufts https://now.tufts.edu/2014/09/22/glory-was-jumbo  BC Labyrinth https://www.bc.edu/bc-web/sites/memorial-labyrinth.html  Dorchester Historic Brick Collection https://www.dorchesterhistoricalsociety.org/exhibits  Greenway Carousel https://www.boston.com/uncategorized/noprimarytagmatch/2013/08/31/greenway-carousel-grand-opening/  Puppet Free Library https://puppetco-op.org/libraries.htm  Climate Change and Turbulence https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/climate-change-is-making-airplane-turbulence-more-common-and-severe-scientists-say-180984440/  Revere Sand Sculpting Festival https://www.internationalsandsculptingfestival.com/  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Gg7pYzzTUk  Ponyhenge https://www.bostonglobe.com/2023/05/02/opinion/ponyhenge-elizabeth-graver/   

Tiffany Do, an expert in Chicago architectural tours, shares her insight into the Windy City’s vibrant culture and stunning architecture. She explores iconic attractions like Millennium Park, the mesmerizing Tiffany Dome, and the historic Robie House. The discussion includes irresistible culinary delights such as deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs. Listeners get a taste of the city’s sports heritage at Wrigley Field and its charming LGBTQ+ neighborhood, Boys Town, making Chicago a must-visit destination for travelers.

On this episode of “Out of Office: A Travel Podcast,” the boys luxuriate in Louisville. From exploring hidden walkways to throwing back some bourbon—plus a quick stop to honor The Colonel—Ryan and Kiernan are officially Kentucky converts. Things we talk about in this week’s episode: 21C Museum Hotel https://www.21cmuseumhotels.com/louisville/  The Brown Hotel https://www.brownhotel.com/  The Hot Brown https://www.gotolouisville.com/blog/hot-brown/  Louisville Historic Tours https://louisvillehistorictours.com/  Conrad-Caldwell House https://www.conradcaldwell.org/  Louisville’s Olmsted Parks https://louisvilleky.gov/government/louisville-loop/olmsted-parkways  Cave Hill Cemetery https://www.cavehillcemetery.com/  Belle of Louisville Riverboat https://www.belleoflouisville.org/  Louisville Slugger Museum https://www.sluggermuseum.com/  Frazier History Museum https://www.fraziermuseum.org/  Speed Art Museum https://www.speedmuseum.org/  Proof on Main https://proofonmain.com/  The Silver Dollar https://www.whiskeybythedrink.com/  610 Magnolia https://610magnolia.com/  Garage Bar https://garageonmarket.com/  Butchertown Grocery Bakery https://www.gotolouisville.com/directory/butchertown-grocery-bakery/  Chik’n & Mi https://www.chiknandmi.com/  Muth’s Candies https://muthscandy.com/  Mile Wide Beer Co. https://milewidebeer.com/