Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Finding Gina Marie - Travel the World
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| We were halfway around the world when we got the news | 27 Dec 2025 | 00:12:26 | |
Ep.186 Some decisions don’t come with a right answer. This week’s episode is a conversation about how people make hard decisions when every option carries a cost. It’s something that comes up in long-term travel, but also in everyday life. We share how we thought through a difficult decision, not to suggest it’s the right one, but to offer a framework others might find helpful when facing their own impossible choices. There are moments when presence, timing, logistics, grief, and responsibility all pull in different directions and clarity doesn’t come easily. Our Hobart video is coming next. For now, thank you for being part of a community that values thoughtful conversations as much as beautiful places. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Why Melbourne Feels Different Than Sydney | 23 Dec 2025 | 00:20:33 | |
Ep.185 Melbourne surprised us in ways we didn’t expect. It wasn’t through landmarks or highlights, but through how the city actually works and feels. In this video, we share what stood out most, the moments that changed how we experienced the city, and what we learned by paying attention to daily life, people, and place. If you’re curious about Melbourne beyond the checklist, this is our honest take. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Think You Know Europe? Go Here | 12 Oct 2025 | 00:17:59 | |
Ep.175 What if the Europe you thought you knew was only half the story? In Sarajevo, where Ottoman streets meet Austro-Hungarian boulevards, East and West live side by side, and resilience shows up in art, food, and everyday life. It’s also one of the most affordable cities we’ve visited in Europe. We came for history and found a city that changed how we see Europe itself. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| The TRUTH about Our Lives as Full-Time Travelers | 27 Jan 2024 | 00:21:32 | |
Ep.84 If you’ve ever come back from a vacation and wished you could stay longer or wondered what it would be like to quit your job and travel the world, this episode is for you. We sold/donated everything we owned in 2022 to travel as digital nomads. There are good things… and not so good things about this “road less traveled.” We give you the real scoop about all of it. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| First time in Vietnam: Things to know before you go | Vietnam Travel Guide | 20 Jan 2024 | 00:16:56 | |
Ep.83 We had very different experiences between Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, but there are many tips that apply to both. Join us as we explore the history, food, culture, chocolate, and coffee of Vietnam. This is everything you need to know as a first-time visitor to this country. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Do NOT make these mistakes in HO CHI MINH CITY | Vietnam Travel Guide | 13 Jan 2024 | 00:14:21 | |
Ep.82 We knew very little about Vietnam before we spent a month there and we made a couple of big mistakes. Before visiting, watch this video to make the best choice about where to stay and visit in both Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| HOW WE PACK as Full-Time Travelers | Packing Tips & Tricks | 08 Jan 2024 | 00:34:21 | |
Ep.81 We’ve learned A LOT in the last year of traveling full-time around the world. We share WHAT we carry now, what we STOPPED carrying, and TIPS to make packing easier. We have no home base, so what we show you is everything we own. Our gear serves us in all but extreme cold weather, which we try to avoid whenever possible! ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Hiroshima: The most inspirational city in the world! | Japan Travel Guide | 30 Dec 2023 | 00:16:22 | |
Ep.80 Japan is full of beauty, but when that beauty comes from a desire to make our world a better place, it becomes inspirational. We explore the history of Hiroshima, its delicious okonomiyaki Japanese pancakes, Peace Memorial Park, and we fold our own origami cranes to donate to The Crane Project. We also take a ferry to hang with the wild deer of Miyajima Island. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Japanese Luxury Hotel with PRIVATE Hot Spring ONSEN | Ryokan Experience | 23 Dec 2023 | 00:14:17 | |
Ep.79 We trade cramped, budget Japanese hotels for a night of opulence and indulgence at a ryokan outside Kyoto overlooking Lake Biwa. We give you a tour of our spacious accommodations at Biwako Ryokusuitei and share our 12-course traditional Kaiseki dinner feast and Japanese breakfast. Enjoy our outdoor hot spring onsen while we watch the sunrise. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Top 11 Kyoto Temples, Shrines, & Gardens | Japan Travel Guide | 17 Dec 2023 | 00:25:53 | |
Ep.78 With so many temples and shrines in Kyoto, it can be hard to know which ones you should visit. That’s why we take you to 11 of the top ones and rate each for why it may be the best for you. We bring you all the beautiful fall colors, too! And at the end, we show off a bonus temple for cat lovers. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Top 10 Money-Saving Travel Tips | 14 Dec 2023 | 00:26:31 | |
Ep.77 You have questions and we have answers! After a year of full-time travel, we share our best tips for the cost-conscious traveler to help you save money while you explore the world. Our tips work for vacation travel as well! Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Don't Skip KYOTO! | Japan Travel Guide | 09 Dec 2023 | 00:25:48 | |
Ep.76 We loved Kyoto and this video shows why. Come with us to the Bamboo Forest, explore the many levels of Kyoto Station, watch our tips on hotels, and enjoy all the food experiences we had in this fabulous city. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Where to stay in TOKYO - Don't make THIS mistake! | 02 Dec 2023 | 00:22:06 | |
Ep.75 If you pick the wrong place to stay in Tokyo, you’ll waste time on trains and may be very disappointed with your first experience. We take you through the dramatically different locations in Japan’s capital so you can make an informed decision before booking your visit. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| The Hardest Part of Travel (And How We Make It Easier) | 28 Sep 2025 | 00:10:28 | |
Ep.174 One of the hardest parts of travel isn’t what you think. No matter how much time, money, or energy you have, it never feels like enough — and the choices can be overwhelming before the trip even begins. In this episode, we share why it feels that way, and what actually helps. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| First Time in JAPAN: Our trip to Tokyo, Kyoto, and Hiroshima was amazing! | 27 Nov 2023 | 00:26:13 | |
Ep.74 We spent 42 days on our first trip to Japan and learned so much that we wish we had known before we visited. We talk about navigating busy train stations, dining, culture, etiquette, high-tech toilets, and more! And the locals are so kind and helpful! This is your ultimate first-timer’s guide. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| London Tour in 3 Days! Dazzling Dining, Superb Shows, and The Beatles! | 11 Nov 2023 | 00:15:34 | |
Ep.73 Celebrate with us! We pack a lot of London in just 3 days for Judy’s birthday. We visit the Paul McCartney Photographs Exhibit, British Museum, National Gallery, and enjoy a sumptuous Chef’s Menu lunch. We also fit in two shows: Moulin Rouge and Frank & Percy with Sir Ian McKellen, and so much more! ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Belgrade Serbia - We Were Pleasantly Surprised by This City! | 05 Nov 2023 | 00:21:48 | |
Ep.72 Great restaurants, friendly people, beautiful sunsets, and a relaxed, European lifestyle — what’s not to love about Belgrade? We spent a month exploring this riverside city with its growing waterfront district and walkable streets. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Exploring Romania's Transylvanian Alps (Peles Castle, Sibiu, Bran, Brasov) | 28 Oct 2023 | 00:21:07 | |
Ep.71 Come with us as we tour some of the most beautiful locations in Romania, including the twists and turns of the Transfagarasan Highway and the elaborately appointed Peles Castle. We also stay overnight in Sighisoara and explore its history. And did we mention the bears? ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| How Expensive is Bucharest? Europe's Little Paris is Underrated | Romania Travel Guide | 22 Oct 2023 | 00:22:21 | |
Ep.70 There’s a lot to love about Romania, including our first stop: Bucharest. We tell you about the best food, sights to see, nightlife, and how much it costs to spend a couple of weeks in this often overlooked European capital. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| 22 TIPS to AVOID Travel Day STRESS | Full-Time Travel Guide | 14 Oct 2023 | 00:19:48 | |
Ep.69 Love to travel but hate travel days? Does the thought of packing up and getting to your destination raise your anxiety levels? We’ve compiled 22 of our TOP TIPS gleaned from our personal trial and error to help you find your travel zen. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Amsterdam: So much to love in this bike city! | 07 Oct 2023 | 00:17:10 | |
Ep.68 Neither rain nor chilly weather could damper our jam-packed 3 full days in Amsterdam. It’s expensive, but is it worth it? We share the sights you MUST see if your time here is limited. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Health vs Wealth: We retired early, should you? | 01 Oct 2023 | 00:21:08 | |
Ep.67 Money isn’t the only factor to consider when deciding when to retire. It’s the easiest to focus on, but we think you should consider what activities you want to do in retirement and how health issues could ruin those plans. We share a frank discussion about why we retired early and how our lives have changed as full-time travelers. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Vienna Travel Guide: Everything you need to know before you go! | 23 Sep 2023 | 00:25:47 | |
Ep.66 Vienna packs a punch. It’s not subtle, but it is surprising. We share our best tips so you can get the most out of everything it has to offer, including where to stay, what to eat, and how to navigate to all the beautiful locations of this classical and culture-filled city. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| GLACIER EXPRESS TRAIN thru ALPS | WHY GO 186 miles in 8 hours? | 16 Sep 2023 | 00:22:10 | |
Ep.65 Everybody loves trains, but would you spend THIS much on a train? Our slow ride through Switzerland’s magnificent mountains was on Kevin’s bucket list, but would we do it again? We travel first class through the Swiss Alps and share our stunning panoramic mountain and scenic village views, while we enjoy a three-course lunch and snacks with fresh, locally grown ingredients. Travel with us from Zermatt to St. Moritz, the entire length of the Glacier Express. We break down all the costs and tell you everything you need to know to recreate this experience for yourself. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| The Most Beautiful Town in Bosnia You’ve Never Heard Of | 20 Sep 2025 | 00:21:26 | |
Ep.173 Mostar, in Herzegovina, is often called Bosnia’s most beautiful city. It looks like a postcard, but the layers run deeper. It’s often a day trip, but we decided to stay a week. There was so much we had to discover about its beauty, its history, its people, and traditions. We didn’t just visit Mostar. We tried to understand it — and we’d love for you to come along. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Surgery while traveling overseas | Our Experience in a Serbian Hospital | 10 Sep 2023 | 00:25:44 | |
Ep.64 One of the biggest worries when traveling abroad is what to do when you need medical care. We take you through our entire process of getting a necessary surgery while in Belgrade, Serbia. We share video from inside the hospital to give you as much information as possible. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Why you must go to Turin, Italy | Torino Travel Guide | 03 Sep 2023 | 00:16:39 | |
Ep.63 Did you know about the incredible inventions created here? Neither did we! Come along with us as we detour to Torino and provide a feast for our eyes, hearts, and stomachs. There is so much to see here and we barely scratched the surface. Watch as we share our reasons to add this regal city to your Italian itinerary. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Why visit Genova, Italy | Genoa Travel Guide | 26 Aug 2023 | 00:21:08 | |
Ep.62 Come with us as we explore the seaside beauty of this ancient seaport on the Italian Riviera. Our eyes feasted on its stunning architecture, while we stuffed our stomachs with delicious Italian food. Genova has so much to offer within its twisting streets, decorative porticos, and museums filled with culture and art. And if you want to slow down, we stroll through the relaxing resort village of nearby Nervi. Let us show you why this is a part of Italy that you must visit. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| BEST TRAVEL TIPS and TRICKS for communicating outside the U.S. | 20 Aug 2023 | 00:16:20 | |
Ep.61 If you’ve ever struggled in a foreign country to order in a restaurant or give directions to a taxi driver or book a tour, this is the episode for you. We teach you how to use 7 tools that will help you understand other languages — even if you only speak one! There’s something for every traveler in this video. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| French Riviera Travel Guide to Antibes, Nice, and Cagnes-sur-Mer | 11 Aug 2023 | 00:16:59 | |
Ep.60 There’s more to the South of France besides the beaches. We show off the beauty and bustle of Nice and Antibes and bring you along on our tours of the Musée Picasso, Musée Renoir, and Grimaldi Castle. And we share a secret of how to get a 360-degree view of stunning Cagnes-sur-Mer. Best of all, these places are a quick train ride apart. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Kraków Tour: A Hidden Gem in the heart of Poland | 05 Aug 2023 | 00:18:52 | |
Ep.59 We only spent 11 days in this Medieval city, which was too little time. We could have stayed a whole month and not seen everything Kraków has to offer. Follow along as we take you on a bike tour of the city, talk about the museums, and discover the Jewish Ghetto. There’s too much to fit in our short video, but we tried to give you as much as possible. Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| AUSCHWITZ and BIRKENAU: Our tour and tribute to the 1.1 million people who died here | 29 Jul 2023 | 00:13:09 | |
Ep.58 Auschwitz is not a tourist attraction, but it is an important place to visit. Some of what we saw on our tour will be etched into our hearts and minds forever. The horrors that occurred in this camp are more real to us now. Although this may be a hard video to watch, we tried to be respectful of all those who lost their lives here. ❤️ This is an important episode to watch on YouTube. | |||
| Kraków Food Tour: A Deliciously Unexpected Restaurant City | 22 Jul 2023 | 00:26:21 | |
Ep.57 We were not prepared for how much we were going to enjoy our time in Poland. The people, history, and architecture of Kraków are amazing, but the meals we devoured sealed the deal. It’s a place we would happily go back to in the future. Join us as we share nine of our dining experiences in this beautiful location. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Airbnb vs Hotels: The TRUTH from Full-Time Travelers | 15 Jul 2023 | 00:38:45 | |
Ep.56 We compare Airbnbs to hotels with TIPS to tell you why and when we use each of them. This comprehensive guide breaks down locations, accommodations, check-in/out processes, fees, problems, and our experiences. With all the negativity surrounding Airbnbs, should you give up on them? We give you our honest opinions and our detailed review. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Why we can’t get enough of the Majestic City of Edinburgh | Our Travel Guide | 09 Jul 2023 | 00:11:27 | |
Ep.55 We can’t get enough of this medieval Scottish city. There’s so much history and grandeur in Edinburgh. Beginning with the Royal Mile, tuck in with us as we share our tours, favorite foods, and stories behind the sights we visit. Don’t miss Kevin’s haggis mistake! ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Everyone Rushes Through Kotor… But Staying Changed Everything | 13 Sep 2025 | 00:24:08 | |
Ep.172 Most people rush through Kotor, Montenegro — but we stayed three weeks. What we found in Kotor and Dobrota went far beyond sightseeing: neighbors, daily rhythms, and a side of this place cruise passengers never see. It proved to us why slowing down changes everything you take away from a place. We share mobility ratings throughout and our costs at the end! ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Cagnes-sur-Mer - Our travel guide to this glorious city on the French Riviera | 01 Jul 2023 | 00:18:51 | |
Ep.54 From the incredible hilltop views to the beautiful, azure beaches, this place left us breathless. We take you through everything we experienced during our month-long stay in this seaside village nestled between Antibes and Nice in the South of France. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Slow Travel or No Travel! Why we have to stay longer | 24 Jun 2023 | 00:13:34 | |
Ep.53 Being able to choose where we live in the world is a privilege. But that doesn’t mean that it’s always easy to for us to find a balance between exploring more countries and avoiding burnout. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Don’t visit Scotland! Unless you stay in Broughty Ferry | 17 Jun 2023 | 00:17:35 | |
Ep.52 Before this trip, we’ve always stayed in Edinburgh. But what if you want to also experience Dundee, Glasgow, St. Andrews, and Edinburgh? We think we have a solution for you. Watch this episode and let us know if you agree. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Duolingo App Review - Our Pros and Cons after 850+ days of use | 10 Jun 2023 | 00:16:31 | |
Ep.51 We’ve spent the past two and a half years learning Italian with the paid version of Super Duolingo. Watch this video to find out how the app works, what we like and don’t like about it, and whether we’d recommend it. We also give you tips about additional language learning tools. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Inside Varosha, the disturbing Ghost Town of Famagusta Cyprus | 04 Jun 2023 | 00:16:35 | |
Ep.50 We bring you along on two very different tours in Cyprus. One is a food tour with Halloumi cheese making and the other is to Turkish Cyprus and the mysterious District of Famagusta. What life-changing experiences were these tours for us? Join us on our discovery of both dark and light sides of this country. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Top things to do in Paphos - Cyprus Travel Guide | 27 May 2023 | 00:13:58 | |
Ep.49 We spent a month in the harbor area of Paphos and loved it. Beautiful beaches, ancient Roman ruins, fabulous food, watch to see everything experienced in this beautiful island nation of Cyprus. Stick around to the end to see a breakdown of our costs. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Our six-month travel update - Mistakes were made! | 20 May 2023 | 00:07:55 | |
Ep.48 After traveling full time for half a year, you’d think we’d have it all figured out. Unfortunately, we screwed up twice in Edinburgh Airport. But we also have some important travel updates to share with you! ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Nile River Cruise (Aswan to Luxor) - All you need to know | 13 May 2023 | 00:18:59 | |
This is not something that we thought we’d ever say, but… you have to take a Nile Cruise! We’ve never spent time on a cruise ship before this, but the sheer number of tours and experiences that we managed to fit into four days was incredible. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Our Amazing LUXOR Visit - Everything You Need to SEE and DO | 06 May 2023 | 00:22:32 | |
Ep.46 After Cairo and Giza we thought we understood Egypt, but Luxor blew us away. The wonders we saw on the Nile River in Upper Egypt were incredible. Don’t visit Egypt without spending time in Luxor! ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Don't miss Aswan’s Nubian Village Experience! | 29 Apr 2023 | 00:09:32 | |
Ep.45 We needed to stay overnight in Aswan, Egypt prior to our Nile River cruise so Judy booked a room at the Nubian Palace. After a chaotic taxi ride from the train station, we were rewarded with an eye-opening experience that we’ll never forget. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| We Thought We’d Lose Friends. Instead, We Found More | 06 Sep 2025 | 00:11:33 | |
Ep.171 The biggest fear we hear about long-term or extended travel is missing family and friends. We thought that might be true for us, too, until the opposite happened. This episode is about the connections we never expected, and how travel expanded our circle instead of shrinking it. We share how friendships and conversations reshaped our journey and how you can find your people while traveling. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor! | 22 Apr 2023 | 00:18:49 | |
Ep.44 We were blown away (pun intended) by our ride in a hot air balloon over Egyptian ruins in Luxor. Add a beautiful sunrise to that experience and we have a memory that will float in our brains forever. Follow along as we share our top tips while gliding above the Colossi of Memnon, Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Temple of Karnak, and Hatshepsut Temple on the West Bank of the Nile. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| Things to Know before you go: Cairo & Giza | 15 Apr 2023 | 00:23:38 | |
Ep.43 We’ve learned so much living as locals in Mohandiseen while exploring all the sights and sounds that Cairo and Giza have to offer. Watch as we explore the Egyptian food, culture, ancient monuments, and make new friends! ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||
| 15 Do’s and Don’ts for Cairo & Giza | 08 Apr 2023 | 00:23:38 | |
Ep.42 Egypt is an amazing country and should be a place you plan to visit, but we have some tips that will make it even better. Learn from our mistakes and then travel with confidence in this ancient land of wonders. ❤️ Watch us on YouTube! | |||