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Onward?

Carry-on Couple PodcastMar 23, 2020

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Light speed to anywhere!

Light speed to anywhere!

Episode 66! This week we talk about hypothetical trips throughout the Star Wars universe. This easily could have been a very long episode, but we took a very abbreviated view on some of the top locations we would like to visit
May 25, 202028:38
The Magic of Travel

The Magic of Travel

Episode 65!

We're changing things up a bit since we're all stuck at home. Let's talk nerdy! Thanks to our last guest (Joe the Wookie Riot) for the idea of talking about things we enjoy while keeping it on topic. We're talking destinations we would like to go if we had access to the Wizarding World! Listen in to hear some magic happen!

May 11, 202032:29
Don't Kick the Chickens

Don't Kick the Chickens

Episode 64!

Also Titled: Join the Military, See the World!

We talk about the wonders you can see when you join the military. Not too often do we hear about what good comes from be deployed overseas, and who better to bring the light than a 14 year USAF Veteran and sponsor of the podcast... Joe "the Wookie"!!!

Apr 27, 202049:22
CoviDennis

CoviDennis

Episode 63!

Sorry we missed a week!

We're back from... let's call it a mid-season break... and we're talking to someone who is considered necessary for travel and discuss what it's like to fly during this time. We also talk about our predictions of how travel will change in the coming days.

Apr 13, 202047:04
Travel From Your Couch

Travel From Your Couch

Episode 62!

We're locked down... WHAT DO WE DO?! Well since we can't travel, we talk about what you can do as an alternative to traveling and also, what we've been doing to keep ourselves sane without any travel in the near future.

Mar 30, 202030:56
Onward?

Onward?

Episode 61!

In this episode, we talk about our road trip... Or at least our attempt at a road trip. In our attempt to get away and practice "social distancing", we decided to actually go on our road trip we planned months before this pandemic only to have our plans foiled. Listen in to find out how we made the best of this situation

Mar 23, 202056:11
PandeMitch - A Tale of How COVID-19 Cancelled a Trip

PandeMitch - A Tale of How COVID-19 Cancelled a Trip

Episode 60

Here we are on our 60th week of podcasting and the 4th day since the State of Emergency has been called due to the Coronavirus. 

We try to bring to light the seriousness of this topic by bringing a friend of the show on to talk about how his trip was canceled due to COVID-19. 

Mar 16, 202051:54
Impact of Coronavirus on Travel

Impact of Coronavirus on Travel

Episode 59!

***DISCLAIMER: WE ARE NOT MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS, THIS EPISODE IS NOT INTEDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE, DIAGNOSIS OR TREATMENT.***

***This episode is based off of research taken on March 5, 2020 and further updates may have come to light. ***

We're talking about a much more serious subject this week. How has Coronavirus impacted your travel plans? What actions should you take in regards to traveling at this time? We discuss our opinions on how to get through this trying time and how the Coronavirus has impacted the worlds most sought out travel destinations.

As always, TRAVEL SAFE! And wash your hands!

***DISCLAIMER: This episodes content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard in this episode or read in the descriptions.

If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor, go to the emergency department, or call 911 immediately. Reliance on any information provided by Carry-on Couple Podcast, Carry-on Couple Podcast hosts, writers, or other employees presenting content for publication to Carry-on Couple Podcast is solely at your own risk.

Mar 09, 202045:59
Travel For Two? Challenge Accepted!

Travel For Two? Challenge Accepted!

Episode 58!

We're doing an episode FULL of tips and tricks on how to get along with your partner while you are stuck with them on a trip. For some this is easy, while for others, this is a challenge. Either way, we talk about our observations when traveling as a couple, what we do to stay sane, and how we make it through our trips and come out still together!

Mar 02, 202031:30
West Coast Best Coast

West Coast Best Coast

Episode 57!

Here it is! The end of our NZ trip! Listen as we talk about the west coast of the south island.

Feb 24, 202001:00:30
Fly to a Glacier? Heli, Yeah!

Fly to a Glacier? Heli, Yeah!

Episode 56!

This week we discuss Fox Glacier in all it's beauty! This was one of our favorite stops on our trip. Tiny town, big adventure!

Feb 17, 202043:47
Funyaks and Fun Snacks

Funyaks and Fun Snacks

Episode 55!!!

Queenstown, NZ. Boy oh boy did we have a blast in Queenstown. There is so much to do and see there, that we need to go back and do some more!

Here our stories about Jet boats, Funyaks, hikes, food, and of course, some great tips on how to maximize your stay in Queenstown.

Feb 10, 202050:05
What a Beautiful Sound!

What a Beautiful Sound!

Episode 54!

We're talking about the small, but bustling town of Te Anau in New Zealand this week. Adventure with us through Fjords... or Sounds... or bights? I guess you'll have to listen to figure out which one we REALLY did!

Feb 03, 202040:03
Season 2? Who knew?!

Season 2? Who knew?!

ANNIVERSARY EPISODE!!!

In this special episode, you get our new intro for the new year, and a chance to hear about our adventure through podcasting so far. We've had a great time so far and we're not slowing down anytime soon! Safe travels!!!

Jan 27, 202045:12
We're Not Dunedin Yet!

We're Not Dunedin Yet!

Episode 52!

Last episode of our first year of podcasting! We're here to talk about our stay in Dunedin on the south island of New Zealand. We also talk about a very long drive through some beautiful sections on our way to our next destination.

Jan 20, 202040:12
Hahei There!

Hahei There!

Episode 51

We're back in New Zealand in a small town called Hahei in the Cormandel Peninsula.

Jan 13, 202043:13
Hockey and Ice Skating? Cana-DUH!

Hockey and Ice Skating? Cana-DUH!

Let's finish off our Buffalo and Toronto trip with the activities we did and how we did them on the CHEAP!

Jan 06, 202042:25
049 - Couchsurfing for Food!

049 - Couchsurfing for Food!

We interrupt our NZ trip for an episode on a trip we JUST got back from! We talk about our experience with couchsurfing for the first time and about what we ate when we were in Buffalo and Toronto.

Dec 30, 201954:06
048 - Dashing Through the Shire... and more

048 - Dashing Through the Shire... and more

We talk a LOT of Hobbiton! Mostly because we loved it so much! This episode is more of our experiences in Rotorua along with a spattering of tips and tricks hidden throughout.

Dec 23, 201901:00:24
047 - Blackwater Rafting?!

047 - Blackwater Rafting?!

This episode kicks of the great times we had in New Zealand! We have SO many stories to tell! Hang on tight the next few weeks as you journey with us through caves, luging, swinging at high speeds and lots of sheep.  Lots and LOTS of sheep

Dec 16, 201901:03:56
046 - Kia Ora!

046 - Kia Ora!

Kia Ora!  

This is a common greeting in New Zealand meaning "Be Well" and everyone uses it!  We have some interesting stories to share in this episode about travel gone astray.  Find out how we managed to keep our cool and also our general observations of New Zealand overall.


Dec 09, 201952:15
045 - Where the Rainforest Meets the Reef

045 - Where the Rainforest Meets the Reef

Tours on tours!!! 

We talk about the Daintree Rainforest tour as well as our snorkeling adventure at the Great Barrier Reef.  Find out if the tours are worth the cost in this weeks episode!

Dec 02, 201939:53
044 - Toad-ally Awesome Sunrise

044 - Toad-ally Awesome Sunrise

We moved on from Sydney and now, we're in Port Douglas!

We talk about this small town and a few things we did before going on some amazing tours.  There are tips that you MUST hear before heading out to this quaint town!

Nov 25, 201942:56
043 - Sydney Rocks!

043 - Sydney Rocks!

We're talkin Sydney!

More specifically, the neighbor of The Rocks.  That and also things that we missed that we're saving for our next visit!

Safe Travels!

Nov 18, 201943:33
042 - Does the Camera Work?

042 - Does the Camera Work?

First Videocast!!!

Yes, we're still on audio format and yes, we started a youtube channel!  Search for us on YouTube and you can SEE us talking about all of this fun stuff!

This week we take a trip to Sydney, Australia and boy do we talk about a lot of stuff!  We did more tours than we ever have on a single trip and we can give you the ones you should do and the ones you can skip.  There are also some things that our tours did that we wanted to explore deeper into, but since we were a part of the tour, alas, we had to move on.  Safe Travels!

Nov 11, 201953:54
041 - You're Going Down... Under!

041 - You're Going Down... Under!

NEW SERIES ALERT!!!

This is the beginning of our Australian and New Zealand series.  In this episode, we talk about planning your trip down under and how you can still use a travel agent in todays day and age.  AND it's affordable!!!

Nov 04, 201949:29
040 - Spoopy Time!

040 - Spoopy Time!

Beware: This is a haunted episode!

We have multiple recording from multiple guests this episode!  

We talk about travel stories gone wrong to haunted hotel rooms.

Oct 28, 201901:02:10
039 - So the Honeymoon is Over, Now What?

039 - So the Honeymoon is Over, Now What?

Finally!  The last leg of the Honeymoon that we want to talk about.  Listen to us talk about the food we ate in Shanghai and some other things that we missed, but want to do when we go back!

Oct 21, 201943:12
038 - Tongue Tied in Shanghai

038 - Tongue Tied in Shanghai

Our honeymoon series is almost over!  This episode we did the research for you with the must do's in Shanghai.

Oct 14, 201950:25
037 - Food that Touches the Heart

037 - Food that Touches the Heart

More about Hong Kong!

Oct 07, 201950:01
036 - Itty Bitty Living Space

036 - Itty Bitty Living Space

The honeymoon continues!  

We're talking about Hong Kong and boy do we have a lot to talk about!  Doesn't it seem like we're always super satisfied with most of our trips?  Although we enjoyed Hong Kong very much, you finally get to here (at least one of us) complain about one part of our trip.

Sep 30, 201956:51
035 - Goodness, Gracious, Great Wall of China!

035 - Goodness, Gracious, Great Wall of China!

Let's finish off our trip to Beijing!  We talk about the Great Wall, Who's in the Mood for Food, and some other great tips for Beijing!

Sep 23, 201901:01:09
034 - The Price of Tea in China - Destination #12
Sep 16, 201901:01:10
033 - So, You Want to Go to China?

033 - So, You Want to Go to China?

We started working out an episode on part of our China trip and we kept adding subjects that involved how to GET to China as a US citizen.  So much so, that we ended up with a WHOLE episode on how you can get to China and what you can expect when you get there!

Sep 09, 201901:03:03
032 - Phuket I Love You

032 - Phuket I Love You

Destination #11

We continue through Phuket and we finish off with some tips on how you can make your trip to Phuket amazing!

Sep 02, 201901:00:15
031 - Phuket, There's No Title - Destination #10

031 - Phuket, There's No Title - Destination #10

Destination Episode #10

Let's dive into part of our honeymoon!  This is one of our favorite destinations that we have visited.  Hang on tight, and join us in Phuket, Thailand!

Aug 26, 201947:19
030 - Cruisin' Cuba - Destination #9
Aug 19, 201901:12:43
029 - Mickey's Ba-2-n Town

029 - Mickey's Ba-2-n Town

Let's finish off our discussion with Joe the Wookie Riot about Star Wars Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland Resort!  We start off with our favorite topic; the food!  Then Joe gives us some great tips that we end up using ourselves!!! (spoiler alert: We made it to SWGE just after recording this episode.  Our thoughts are tagged at the end of this episode.)

Aug 12, 201901:09:36
028 - Mickeys Batuun-Town
Aug 05, 201934:45
027 - That Food, I Like It, ANOTHER! - Destination # 8
Jul 29, 201954:15
026 - Look, The Space Needle! - Destination #7

026 - Look, The Space Needle! - Destination #7

Destination #7

We talk about our trip to Emerald City in this weeks episode!  Listen in to find out what we did and what you should do when you take a trip to Seattle.

 

Music Credits:

Happy and Joyful Children by Free Music by Michael Shapman | https://soundcloud.com/fm_freemusic

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Jul 22, 201935:40
025 - WitMFF NYC Edition! - Guestination #4

025 - WitMFF NYC Edition! - Guestination #4

WHO's IN THE MOOOOOD FOR FOOOOOOOOOOD?!

We talk about the food that Carl and Erin ate while in NYC.  I know a few things slipped into the other episodes, but we pick up whatever we missed in this weeks episode.

 

Music Credits:

Happy and Joyful Children by Free Music by Michael Shapman | https://soundcloud.com/fm_freemusic

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Jul 15, 201928:38
024 - Dum Dum Want Gum Gum - Guestination #3

024 - Dum Dum Want Gum Gum - Guestination #3

Guestination #3!

Erin and Carl continue to talk about their trip to NYC.  They talk about baseball, thrift shopping, more jazz clubs, and so much more.  This episode is LOADED with tips on how to get around the big apple, so be sure to tune in!


 

Music Credits:

Happy and Joyful Children by Free Music by Michael Shapman | https://soundcloud.com/fm_freemusic

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Jul 08, 201954:13
023 - New York is Scranton on Steroids - Guestination #2

023 - New York is Scranton on Steroids - Guestination #2

Guestination #2!!!!

2nd installment of our NYC guest take over!  Listen for information about fun things to do in the city.  As usual, more tips and tricks!

Jul 01, 201943:49
022 - Between The Rock and That Met Place - Guestination #1

022 - Between The Rock and That Met Place - Guestination #1

Guestination #1!!!

Our first guest destination episode featuring:  Erin and Carl!  We talk about their trip to NYC.  They have a LOT of tips about traveling through the big apple, so tune in!

Jun 24, 201952:11
021 - Ride or Die

021 - Ride or Die

Let's talk transportation!

This week we talk about an often forgotten about expense.  Public transportation!  We talk about the common forms of public transportation and some tips and tricks on how to use it.

 

Music Credits:

Happy and Joyful Children by Free Music by Michael Shapman | https://soundcloud.com/fm_freemusic

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Jun 17, 201950:01
020 - Mile High Munchies - Destination #6
Jun 10, 201951:55
019 - Bars, Books, and Brrrrr! - Destination Episode #5

019 - Bars, Books, and Brrrrr! - Destination Episode #5

More Denver!

This is the 2nd installment of the Denver Anniversary Trip Series.  Listen as we talk about what we did outside of the transportation and accommodations you heard about in the 1st installment of the series.  We went to museums, we went to bars, we went outside!!!  And as always, we have some tips and tricks for your next trip YOU take!  NO EXCUSES!!!

Jun 03, 201935:28
018 - Mile High Club - Destination #4

018 - Mile High Club - Destination #4

Destination Episode #4!!!!

Get your mind out of the gutter!  We're talking about our anniversary trip to Denver!  The Mile High City!!!  Get it... Mile High Club...  This is the first of a 3 part Denver Destination series where we talk about everything we did in Denver and some tips and tricks on how to brave the weather if it's cold and snowing.

 

Music Credits:

Happy and Joyful Children by Free Music by Michael Shapman | https://soundcloud.com/fm_freemusic

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May 27, 201938:33
017 - The Long Haul

017 - The Long Haul

Road Trips part 2!

Join us for more road trip conversation with our special guest Debbie who is a road trip expert!  We continue on with some stories from road trips along with the usual tips and tricks of traveling (including road tripping with a little one!)

 

Music Credits:

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May 20, 201937:55