Destinations Beyond Expectations

Budapest, Hungary's capital city, is known for its great food scene, amazing sightseeing opportunities, and relaxing thermal baths. Kasia from Perfect Day Somewhere joins the podcast to discuss things to include on your next visit to Budapest.Show Notes ⬇️Published on 3/31/23Timecodes0:00 - Intro1:47 - Budapest's Location and Basic Info About the City3:17 - Getting Around Budapest During a Visit4:37 - The Food Scene in Budapest6:33 - Currency Used in Budapest and Budapest's Affordability7:49 - Must See Sights Around Budapest8:58 - The Nightlife Scene in Budapest10:13 - The Baths in Budapest and Tips for How to Experience Them11:51 - The Castle District and What You can Find There13:03 - Kasia's Biggest Budapest Takeaways13:47 - Stay Connected with Perfect Day Somewhere and Destinations Beyond ExpectationsRead Kasia's Budapest Blog PostHow to Spend 2 Days in Budapest: Itinerary & MapExplore Group Experience to Learn how to Build your Travel Tribe

The Pictured Lakes National Lakeshore in Northern Michigan is a wonderful place to enjoy the great outdoors and view stunning rock formations. Rebecca Gade Sawicki  from Veggies Abroad stops by the podcast to talk about amazing hikes around the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Show Notes ⬇️Published on 3/24/23Timecodes0:00 - Intro1:40 - Where the Pictured Rocks are Located and More About the Area3:26 - The Range of Hikes in Pictured Rocks5:52 - Hiking Essentials for Longer Pictured Rocks Hikes7:13 - The Seasons in Pictured Rocks10:00 - Where to Stay Near Pictured Rocks12:09 - The Chapel Loop Trail and the Spray Falls Trail16:07 - Munising Falls and Miners Castle19:44 - Stay Connected with Veggies Abroad and Destinations Beyond ExpectationsRead Rebecca's Pictured Rocks Blog PostThe Best Pictured Rocks Hiking Trails to ExploreFollow Veggies AbroadFacebookInstagramPinterestExplore Group Experience to Learn how to Build your Travel Tribe

People come to Alta to see the northern lights, but they often discover many more incredible experiences. Linnea Jordan from Popovers and Passports joins DBE to chat about enchanting experiences in Alta, Norway. Show Notes ⬇️Published on 3/17/23Timecodes0:00 - Intro1:45 - Where Alta is Located and Basic Info3:18 - Alta During the Wintertime is Magical5:07 - Getting to Alta6:58 - Truly Unique Accommodation Options in Alta12:11 - Dog Experiences in Alta13:57 - Horseback Riding and Visiting a Sami Reindeer Farm16:50 - What is the Food Like in Alta?18:26 - How Many Days Should Someone Set Aside to Visit Alta?19:13 - Stay Connected with Popovers and Passports and Destinations Beyond ExpectationsRead Linnea's Alta, Norway Blog Post13 Incredible Thins to do in Alta, NorwayFollow Popovers and PassportsInstagramPinterestFacebookExplore Group Experience to Learn how to Build your Travel Tribe

Sailing aboard Disney's Fantasy may cost more than other cruise options, but there are many incredible experiences tailored for both kids and adults. Amanda Keeley-Thurman from the Hot Mama Travel blog reviews Disney's Fantasy Cruise ship and things to do aboard the ship for all ages. Show Notes ⬇️Published on 3/10/23Timecodes0:00 - Intro1:42 - The Fantasy's Sailing Locations and Basic Info2:39 - The Affordability of a Disney Cruise and Ways to Save Money5:42 - Cabins on the Fantasy6:55 - Dining on the Fantasy9:07 - Best Bars on the Disney Fantasy11:11 - How Cruise Goers can Spend Their Time Aboard the Fantasy 13:01 - Activities for Kids on the Disney Fantasy14:18 - Amanda's Takeaways from her Disney Fantasy Cruise Experience15:12 - Stay Connected with Hot Mama Travel and Destinations Beyond ExpectationsRead Amanda's Disney's Fantasy Cruise Ship Blog PostFamily Guide to Disney's Fantasy Cruise Ship with KidsFollow Hot Mama TravelFacebookTwitterInstagramExplore Group Experience to Learn how to Build your Travel Tribe

For new travel advisors, there’s some key things to keep in mind as you grow your business. Galen Wood, CEO of Marketing for Travel Agents, joins the podcast to talk about finding success as a new travel agent.Show Notes ⬇️Published on 2/17/23Timecodes0:00 - Intro1:54 - How Important Are Travel Agents and Are There Enough Clients?4:51 - Calculating Your Minimum Monthly Income and 3 Steps to Freedom9:38 - Narrowing Your Niche15:06 - How Important is it for Travel Agents to Define Their Ideal Client?18:31 - How Many Lead Sources Should Travel Agents Focus On?20:30 - Is Tackling Too Many Lead Sources a Common Mistake?22:24 - Stay Connected with Marketing for Travel Agents and Destinations Beyond ExpectationsRead This Marketing for Travel Agents ArticleBecome a Full Time Travel Agent in 60 DaysFollow Marketing for Travel AgentsFacebookYouTubePinterestCheck out this FREE Online Travel Agent Masterclass from Marketing for Travel AgentsExplore Group Experience to Learn how to Build your Travel Tribe

Coming up with a plan and finding creative ways to reach clients can be crucial to those who sell travel. Nicole Barrett from The Minted Lab & The Saudade Life chats about tools and methods to help travel advisors stand out. Show Notes ⬇️Published on 2/10/23Timecodes0:00 - Intro2:00 - Nicole Barrett's Background in Travel and Tourism3:35 - The Genesis of The Minted Lab7:47 - The Importance of Clear and Interesting Emails10:20 - The Importance of Selling You and Your Personality12:21 - Canva and Being Creative is an Advantage for Travel Advisors13:51 - How Important is Planning Social Media Posts and Emails?16:15 - The Saudade Life20:29 - Stay Connected with Nicole Barrett, The Minted Lab and The Saudade LifeFollow Nicole on InstagramNicoleThe Minted LabThe Saudade LifeExplore Group Experience to Learn how to Build your Travel Tribe

Puerto Vallarta is a coastal town in Mexico and a well-known destination for tourists. Kate from the Two Sisters Abroad blog joins the show to help us learn more about Puerto Vallarta. Show Notes ⬇️Published on 2/3/23Timecodes0:00 - Intro1:46 - General Information About Puerto Vallarta2:45 - Puerto Vallarta Experiences that Stand Out5:11 - How Many Days Should Someone Set Aside to Visit Puerto Vallarta?5:59 - Beaches in the Puerto Vallarta Area7:47 - Advice for Drinking or Using Water in Puerto Vallarta9:11 - Is English Commonly Spoken in Puerto Vallarta?10:10 - Puerto Vallarta's Affordability and Tips for Tipping11:18 - Stay Connected with Two Sisters Abroad and Destinations Beyond ExpectationsRead Kate's Puerto Vallarta Article13 Fun and Unique Things to do in Puerto VallartaFollow Two Sisters AbroadInstagramTikTokFacebookExplore Group Experience to Learn how to Build your Travel Tribe

Old San Juan is one of the most visited places in Puerto Rico, and for good reason. On today's episode Stevie is joined by Shay from the Sightseeing Señorita travel blog to talk about history, amazing food and unique experiences to add to your Old San Juan itinerary. Show Notes ⬇️Published on 1/27/23Timecodes0:00 - Intro2:08 - Old San Juan's Location and What Makes it Appealing to Visitors2:47 - Visiting El Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Castillo San Cristóbal4:05 - How Much Time to Spend at Old San Juan's Historic Fortifications4:30 - Visiting Save a Gato5:44 - The Food Scene in Old San Juan6:43 - The Old San Juan Nightlife7:23 - Day Trip Options to Add to Your Old San Juan Itinerary8:50 - Instagrammable Spots in Old San Juan9:39 - Stay Connected with Sightseeing Señorita and Destinations Beyond ExpectationsRead Shay's Old San Juan Article1 Day Old San Juan Itinerary: Must See Old San JuanFollow Sightseeing SeñoritaInstagramFacebookPinterestLearn More About Shay's Group Trip to Costa RicaExplore Group Experience to Learn how to Build your Travel Tribe

Salzburg is a picturesque city in the country of Austria that is known for its ties to one of the most famous musicians in history, and the movie “The Sound of Music”. Christine from the Christine's Travel Gems blog stops by the podcast to chat about things to see in Salzburg and also discusses how visitors can save money by using the Salzburg Card. Show Notes ⬇️Published on 1/20/23Timecodes0:00 - Intro2:06 - An Overview of Salzburg3:34 - Experiencing Mozart's Legacy in Salzburg6:35 - "The Sound of Music" Movie Sites to Explore in Salzburg11:07 - Salzburg is Home to the Largest Fully Preserved Fortress in Central Europe13:51 - Information on the Salzburg Card17:40 - Day Trip Options Near Salzburg27:39 - Stay Connected with Christine's Travel Gems and Destinations Beyond ExpectationsRead Christine's Salzburg ArticlesFantastic Things to do on Your Vacation to SalzburgHow to Use the Salzburg Card to Save MoneyFollow Christine's Travel GemsFacebookInstagramPinterestListen to Christine's Other DBE EpisodeDiscover Magic and History in Porto, PortugalExplore Group Experience to Learn how to Build your Travel Tribe

Throughout the Caribbean, there are plenty of accommodation options for families to consider. Lee Friedman from Mango Tree Travel discusses hotels vs. resorts and which option may be the best fit for your Caribbean family trip.Read Hotels vs. Resorts: What’s The Difference, Anyway?Follow Mango Tree Travel on InstagramListen to Lee's Other DBE Episode About Water Island