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On this week's Just the Tip we 12 tips to stay safe while traveling and exploring new destinations. We cover health, physical safety, and preparation tips that will give you peace of mind should anything go awry.

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Sharing 10 of the most perfect mountain towns for a trip this Fall. The list includes mountain towns, places for fall leaf peeping, and regions that really lean into fall experiences like apple picking and wine tasting. This is the perfect episode to escort you into the fall season or get your wheels turning to inspire a future trip for the next autumn season.

1. Mount Rainier National Park, WA

Where to Stay near Mount Rainier National Park:

Ashford: Paradise Village Hotel or Mountain Meadows Inn

Sumner & Puyallup Hotels: Holiday Inn Express Suites Sumner or Candlewood Suites Sumner

Itinerary: Download our Washington National Parks Itinerary

Episode: Exploring Mount Rainier & Olympic National Parks

2. Mammoth Lakes, CA

Where to Stay in Mammoth Lakes: Empeiria High Sierra Hotel or Juniper Springs Resport

3. Shenandoah National Park, VI

Where to Stay near Shenandoah: Doubletree By Hilton Front Royal Blue Ridge Shadows or Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Conference Center

Episode: Things to Do in Shenandoah National Park

4. North Cascades National Park, WA

Where to Stay near North Cascades National Park: Mt. Baker Hotel or North Cascades Inn

Itinerary: Download our Washington National Parks Itinerary

Episode: Best Hikes in North Cascades & Glacier National Parks

5. Lake Tahoe, CA/NV

Where to Stay in Lake Tahoe: The Landing Resort and Spa or Harrah's Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino

Episode: Best Things to Do in Lake Tahoe in Summer and Winter

6. Asheville, NC

Where to Stay in Asheville: Cambria Hotel Downtown Asheville or The Residences at Biltmore

Episode: The Best Things to Do in Asheville

7. Rocky Mountain National Park, CO

Where to Stay near Rocky Mountain National Park: YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park or Ponderosa Lodge

Episode: We talk about Rocky Mountain National Park in our episode on How to Spend 3 Days in Denver

8. Gatlinburg- Great Smoky Mountains, TN

Where to Stay in Gatlinburg: Crossroads Inn & Suites or Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown

Episode: Best Things to Do in Great Smoky Mountains and Nearby Cities

9. Cherry Log, GA

Where to Stay in Cherry Log: Airbnb cabin⁠

Episode: The Ideal Fall Cabin Weekend in Cherry Log, GA

10. Acadia National Park, Maine

Where to Stay in Bar Harbor: The Bluenose Inn or The Pathmaker Hotel

Episode: Things to Do in Acadia National Park

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On today's Just the Tip, we're asking Jamal all the hard hitting questions as he celebrates turning 37!

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Giving you the blueprint to start your own podcast. If you’ve been thinking about launching your own show, but aren’t sure where to start, then this episode will break down every step from your idea to going live and beyond with guests and advertising.

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We’re bringing you a whole episode dedicated to what to do in London. We visited for the first time on a three-day trip and packaged as much as we could into this trip to London as possible. From afternoon tea and ancient encounters, to English pubs and royal sightings - London was amazing! We’re giving you all our best tips for travel to London including how long to stay, what to splurge on, and how to see the iconic sights and navigate the tube when visiting London.

If you’re planning some upcoming London travel, this episode is a great listen for a first-time foreigner coming to town.

This episode covers:

• Tips for getting around London
• Double Decker Bus Tour
• Buckingham Palace
• Big Ben
• Tower of London & the Crown Jewels
• Westminster Abbey
• Harrods
• London Eye
• Tower Bridge & London Bridge
• Afternoon Tea at Claridges
• Stonehenge

Recommended Places to Stay in London central with a breakfast buffet!

• ⁠The Royal Horseguards⁠
• ⁠The Trafalgar St. James London, Curio Collection by Hilton⁠
• ⁠The Clermont London, Victoria⁠

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Episode 176 is taking you on a majestic trip to some of the coolest hot springs in America. Hot springs are these magical places that you have to the in on to wind and enjoy. Some require hiking in the snow to get to, and some leverage man-made pools to harness the natural hot springs water - all of them are amazing and we’re big fans of hot springs here at the squad. We’re sharing some of our favorite hot springs weve been to that you should too!

• Gold Fork Hot Springs in Donnelly, ID
• Kirkham Hot Springs in Boise, ID
• Wild Willies Hot Springs in Mammoth Lakes, CA
• Jerry Johnson Hot Springs in Lolo, MT
• Hot Springs, AR - there are many right in the town!
• Grtuas Tolantongo, Cardonal, Hgo., Mexico
• Ojai Hot Springs/Ecotopia in Ventura, CA
• Panicuason Hot Springs in Luzon, Phillippine
• Termas de Papallacta, in the Ecuadorian Andes Mountains
• Blue Lagoon, Iceland - we haven’t been here, but are dying to!

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We’re getting romantic with 11 places to visit in the U.S. and worldwide that give off major love vibes. This episode comes just in time for Valentine’s Day. Each place on the list brings its own lovely atmosphere, charming views, and intimate settings that makes for a perfect couples getaway. Whether you’re celebrating the holiday, or are looking for a romantic getaway any time of year, these 11 destinations will not disappoint.

11 Most Romantic Destinations in the World

1. Paris, France - stay at the Razy Eiffel hotel for the views and do the Eiffel Tower picnic experience

2. Petra Tou Romiou, Cyprus - stay at the Venus Beach Hotel and take this boat cruise to see Aphrodite’s rocks in the water.

3. Lake Tahoe, NV, USA - stay at Black Bear Lodge and book the clear kayak tour!

4. Venice, Italy- stay at Hotel Principe for beautiful canal views and do the gondola boat through the canals, it is so romantic!

5. Coronado (San Diego), CA, USA - stay at the iconic, beach front Hotel del Coronado and take a sailing boat out for a beautiful day on the water.

6. Chamonix, France - stay at Hôtel Montpelier and paraglide over the French Alps.

7. Bacalar, Mexico - stay at Hotel CasaBakal and book the boat tour and visit cenotes.

8. Koh Samui, Thailand - stay at the Explorar Koh Samui and visit an elephant sanctuary.

9. Salzburg, Austria - stay at the arte Hotel Salzburg and do this Hallstatt hiking day tour

10. Chicago, IL - stay at the Club Quarters Hotel and you have to do the Chicago architecture boat tour.

11. Bled, Slovenia - stay at the Hotel Kompas and visit Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle

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We're taking you on a Cabo vacation! Los Cabos sites on the southern tier of Baja California, Mexico and is one of the best places to take a vacation in Mexico! If you’re looking for clear blue warm waters, friendly people, delicious food, some of the best parties, and a fun place to unwind and have fun, then Cabo is for you!

We share the best things to do in Cabo whether you’re visiting just for one day on a cruise, or you're spending multiple days there on an epic girls trip. We share tips for visiting Cabo, the best things to do in Cabo on the water including Yacht days, seeing the Los Cabos Arches, snorkeling, and drinking games at Mango Deck on the beach. We also share the best places to eat and party in Cabo.

Highlights of Cabo Include:

• Whale watching
• Snorkeling at Lover’s Beach
• Sightseeing the Cabo Arch by Boat
• Partying at Mango Deck
• Yacht Day
• Brunch at Flora Farms 

Places to stay in Cabo we recommend:

• Fairfield Inn Cabo 
• Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas
• Sandos Finisterra All Inclusive

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This episode is dedicated to our top travel tips to make you a better traveler. We are self-proclaimed ‘expert’ travelers and are giving you our best travel tips, hacks, and advice for better travel planning, booking to save money, packing tips, and little things you can do to be a better traveler and make your life easier when you are in the place you’re visiting. 

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Brittanie: @bucketlist_brittanie 

Kim: @lushdeez 

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Episode 172 is bringing back our favorite world traveler, Ashley V Travels to share her 4 month solo trip to Southeast Asia. She shares safety trips, recommendations for the region and stories from her life changing trip. Travel Itineraries on Sale Now! Explore our instant download trip itineraries for trips to iconic USA, international, and national park destinations that plan every detail of the adventure for you. On sale for $30! travelsquadpodcast.com/travelitinerary Shop our favorite travel gear, packing lists, and gifts for travelers on our Amazon Shop https://www.amazon.com/shop/travelsquadpodcast Connect with us on Social Media: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram  Jamal: @jamal_marrush Brittanie: @bucketlist_brittanie Kim: @lushdeez Email us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to discuss: Being a guest on our podcast or having the squad on yours Ask a Question of the Week