Destinations Beyond Expectations

Getting to your destination is an important part of travel. This week, Stevie G. examines if transportation by air and ground are safe. With the use of technology and communication, airlines, busses and rideshare services have responded in a big way to the challenges of COVID-19. Learn how Fullington Tours is taking health and safety seriouslyPlan your next trip with Group ExperiencePlan your next student group tour with Kaleidoscope Adventures 

Stevie's guest this week is Ryan Buckley, who is the Vice President of the Lakeland Magic and is someone who also happens to love travel. Ryan shares some of his travel experiences, including how one of his biggest life moments involved international travel. Tune in to hear this insightful conversation about travel. 

Chris Kilworth, an outdoor enthusiast and host of the Between the Mountains Adventure Podcast, shares his unforgettable Italy trip experiences. He offers practical tips for navigating Naples and Rome, including train safety for a visit to Pompeii and local dining musts like authentic Neapolitan pizza. With stories of scams near the Colosseum and nighttime strolls through Roman streets, Chris emphasizes embracing cultural differences and preparing smartly for travel. He also highlights upcoming hiking goals while reflecting on the beauty and challenges of Italian adventures.

You might not associate Jackson Hole, WY as a destination to ring in the New Year, but for Anne L'Heureux it exceeded her expectations. Anne sits down with Stevie to relive her trip that included great food, fascinating wildlife and so much more. If you're thinking about where to travel next, you'll want to listen to this special New Years Day episode.Make sure to follow Anne on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/travel__anniewhere/Learn more about how Kaleidoscope Adventures can help your group travel https://www.kaleidoscopeadventures.com/

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Today is indeed Christmas, but no matter what you and your family celebrate, Stevie G. wants to get you in the holiday spirit. Stevie is joined by some of his friends in travel to learn about what the holidays are like in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Newark, Scranton, Buffalo and Minneapolis. Virginia Beachhttps://www.visitvirginiabeach.com/ (1:00-5:51)Norfolkhttps://www.visitnorfolk.com/(5:51-9:32)Newarkhttps://www.newarkhappening.com/(9:32-14:04)Kaleidoscope Adventureshttps://www.kaleidoscopeadventures.com/ Scrantonhttps://www.visitnepa.org/(14:57-20:11)Buffalohttps://www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/(20:11-28:05)Minneapolis https://www.minneapolis.org/(28:05-32:35)

People often overlook the rich culture and amazing attractions that lie in Cleveland. Stevie G. takes you to a few of the must-see places around town. Learn more about the Greater Cleveland Aquarium, A Christmas Story House and Museum, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and so much more. A Christmas Story House and Museumhttps://www.achristmasstoryhouse.com/(2:08-3:40) West Side Markethttp://westsidemarket.org/(3:40-4:32) Mitchell's Homemade Ice Creamhttps://mitchellshomemade.com/(4:32-5:19) Greater Cleveland Aquariumhttps://www.greaterclevelandaquarium.com/(5:19-24:27) Book your next trip with Group Experience https://www.wetravel.com/profiles/group-experience Rock and Roll Hall of Famehttps://www.rockhall.com/ (25:31-26:32 DoubleTree Westlakehttps://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/clecrdt-doubletree-cleveland-westlake/(26:32-31:32) Cedar Pointehttps://www.cedarpoint.com/(31:32-32:20)Take your school group on a triphttps://www.kaleidoscopeadventures.com/ 

Ray Blakney has gotten to hike and explore some amazing places all across the globe. In fact, his resume includes hiking the Incan Trail, camping on the Great Wall of China, and trekking through the Sahara. Ray joins Stevie G. for a discussion on traveling with the purpose of getting outdoors, and shares some highlights of his epic outdoor resume. Learn a language with Live Lingua (https://www.livelingua.com/) and check them out on facebook (https://www.facebook.com/LiveLingua)Book your next trip with Group Experience https://www.wetravel.com/profiles/group-experience

How much traveling does the Tour Manager for a popular country artist do? Alot. David Schultz would know - he is the Tour Manager for Jimmie Allen, a country music singer who found success a few years back with the release of his song "Best Shot", and most recently released a project called “Bettie James” that features Brad Paisley, Nelly, Tim McGraw and some other notable artists. As a Tour Manager, David spends a lot of time on busses and planes, and has been to a lot of different cities. Stevie G. chats with David to learn more about his job and how it relates to travel.Follow David on Instagram, YouTube and Facebook @AskDavidTMBook your next trip with Group Experience https://www.wetravel.com/profiles/group-experience

Now more than ever, safety is important when it comes to travel. Sevierville, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge have been doing the right things when it comes to health and safety. Join Stevie G. as he learns about Eastern Tennessee's response to the COVID pandemic. Take a Trip to the Smokies in March - https://www.wetravel.com/trips/cities-in-the-smokies-tour-group-experience-united-states-39122131 Take a Trip to the Smokies in June - https://www.wetravel.com/trips/cities-in-the-smokies-tour-group-experience-united-states-69610713

Right next to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park you'll find the picturesque town of Gatlinburg. Learn all about the most visited national park and some of Stevie's favorite places to visit in Gatlinburg. Do you know where to find magic in the mountains?Book your next Group Experience trip here https://www.wetravel.com/profiles/group-experienceGreat Smoky Mountains National Park(3:00-5:15)Downtown Gatlinburg(5:15-8:12)Anakeestahttps://www.anakeesta.com/ (9:43-19:04)