

Destinations Beyond Expectations
Stevie G.
The Podcast Designed for Students of Travel
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Jun 11, 2021 • 18min
America's Oldest City & Some of Florida's Best Kept Secrets
Stevie G's latest adventure takes him to Northeast Florida in America's Oldest City! St. Augustine is a destination full of history, attractions, great food and more. Join Stevie and this week's special guest to learn about the iconic fort, pirates and more on this episode of Destinations Beyond Expectations. Explore Group Experience to learn how to build your travel tribe

Jun 4, 2021 • 21min
Destination Rewind: Columbia Falls, MT
We're back with another Destination Rewind! Cindy Gross joins the show to share her recent adventure in Columbia Falls, Montana. From huckleberry treats to breathtaking hikes, Columbia Falls and the surrounding area is a wonderful place to explore.Explore Group Experience to learn how to build your travel tribe

May 28, 2021 • 30min
Cowboys, Indians and All That Jazz: Louisiana
Are you trying to figure out your next trip? Here’s an idea – follow the Cowboys, Indians and All That Jazz itinerary! Carefully crafted by destination pros, this multi-day, drivable journey takes you through Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana.In part 3 of this 3-part series, Stevie G. is joined by Erica Telsee from the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourism Bureau, Cathy Carter from the Alexandria Pineville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau and Thu Tran from New Orleans & Company to take a closer look at the history, attractions, food, and fun that you’ll find in the Louisiana stretch of the Cowboys, Indians and All That Jazz itinerary.Follow the Cowboys, Indians and All That Jazz itinerary here!Explore Group Experience to learn how to build your travel tribe

May 21, 2021 • 28min
Cowboys, Indians and All That Jazz: Oklahoma
Are you trying to figure out your next trip? Here’s an idea – follow the Cowboys, Indians and All That Jazz itinerary! Carefully crafted by destination pros, this multi-day, drivable journey takes you through Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana.In part 2 of this 3-part series, Stevie G. is joined by Todd Stallbaumer from Oklahoma Tourism and Sandy Price from the Oklahoma City Convention and Visitors Bureau to take a closer look at the history, attractions, food, and fun that you’ll find in the Oklahoma stretch of the Cowboys Indians and All That Jazz itinerary.Follow the Cowboys, Indians and All That Jazz itinerary here!Learn how Travel Oklahoma and the Oklahoma City Convention and Visitors Bureau can help inspire your next tripExplore Group Experience to learn how to build your travel tribe

May 14, 2021 • 25min
Cowboys, Indians, and All That Jazz: Grapevine
Are you trying to figure out your next trip? Here's an idea - follow the Cowboys, Indians and All That Jazz itinerary! Carefully crafted by destination pros, this multi-day, drivable journey takes you through Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana. In part 1 of this 3-part series, Stevie G. is joined by Heather Egan from the Grapevine Convention and Visitors Bureau to take a closer look at the history, attractions, food, and fun that you'll find in the beginning of the Cowboys Indians and All That Jazz itinerary. Follow the Cowboys, Indians and All That Jazz itinerary here!Learn more about Grapevine, TXExplore Group Experience to learn how to build your travel tribe

May 7, 2021 • 24min
The Tourism Academy
There's been an absence of proper training and educational resources for those in the travel trade. Stephen Ekstrom joins the podcast to talk about how the Tourism Academy can change that. With courses that are transformative, engaging and accessible, the Tourism Academy aims to make the travel industry smarter. See what the Tourism Academy is all about Explore Group Experience to learn how to build your travel tribe

Apr 30, 2021 • 29min
Historical Sites to Visit in Kansas City
Have you taken some time to explore your own backyard? Vanessa Holloway from Travel the World History joins the show to talk about exploring her hometown of Kansas City. From the American Jazz Museum to the National World War I Museum & Memorial and so much more, Kansas City is full of historical sites to discover. Follow along using Vanessa's Kansas City blogExplore Group Experience to learn how to build your travel tribeTeachers, learn more about the Fall Into Travel webinar series

Apr 23, 2021 • 31min
Discovering Long Island
Looking to plan your next vacation? Well you may want to consider a visit to Long Island! From the award-winning beaches to the beautiful wineries and everything in between, Long Island is loaded with hidden gems. Jenn Rothman and Alfredo Gonzalez from Discover Long Island join Stevie to review some amazing places around the Island to explore. Discover Long Island by visiting Discover Long Island!Explore Group Experience to learn how to build your travel tribe

Apr 16, 2021 • 16min
Is Fall a Good Time to Take Your Next Trip?
Taking a trip anytime of year is fun - but there are many unique advantages of taking a trip during the Fall season! In this week's episode, Stevie is joined travel pro Terry Twitchell to talk about Fall travel deals, destinations that have beautiful autumn weather and so much more. Terry also offers up some unique Fall travel opportunities that students can take advantage of, and shares info on the Fall Into Travel webinar series that teachers can use to learn more about taking a school trip during the autumn months. Follow Kaleidoscope Adventures to learn more about the Fall Into Travel Webinar Series (Pass this along to any teachers you know!)Explore Group Experience to learn how to build your travel tribe

Apr 9, 2021 • 24min
Lafayette, What do you Know About Festivals?
Recently named the Happiest City in America by the Wall Street Journal, Lafayette is sure to put a smile on your face when you visit! Each year in "The Hub City", you can experience festivals that revolve around food, music, and other aspects of Acadian culture. Stevie sits down with Ben Berthelot, President & CEO of the Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission, to review some of the fun-filled festivals you'll find in Lafayette. Explore all the festivals in The Heart of AcadiaCheckout lafayettetravel.com to help inspire your next visitExplore Group Experience to learn how to build your travel tribe