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LIKE A LOCAL PODCAST

LIKE A LOCAL PODCAST

By Katie Hylton & Stephanie Girard

2 girls. 1 podcast. 0 tourist traps.
A travel podcast that gives listeners a local's POV of their next destination by interviewing a local resident from that city.
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LIKE A LOCAL PODCASTNov 17, 2020

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SAN DIEGO, CA with Whitney Eckis

SAN DIEGO, CA with Whitney Eckis

We've got serial entrepreneur @whitneyeckis on the podcast today and she is really making us want to pack our bags and book a one way trip to San Diego without looking back. Are you a fan of perfect weather, great views and speak-easy's? Tune into this week and start planning your trip today!

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SHOW NOTES

Where to stay:The Pendry, The Lafayette Hotel, The Guild

Where to eat:
Breakfast: Morning Glory, Breakfast and Bubbles
Lunch: Coasterra
Dinner: Barbusa, Born and Raised (put your name down and then go to the rooftop bar and they have must-see bathrooms), Cowboy Star
Best places to get sushi: Harney Sushi, Bamboo Sushi, PB Sushi,

Where to drink: Coasterra, The Neighborhood (Two speak easy’s inside: Noble Experiment, second one is a mystery), The Grass Skirt (speak easy restaurant), Polite Provisions, Craft and Commerce (speak easy, False Idol-hidden speak easy inside), OB Noodle House

What to do: Sail San Diego (sunset sailboat tours), go to La Jolla and see the cliffs and seals, dine and drink!

RAPID FIRE:

Most instagram-able spot: Morning Glory, Oxford Social Club

Favorite pizza spot: Giovanni’s (on Linda Vista Rd.)

Favorite San Diego event: Padre’s game, Del Mar Fair, Del Mar Horse Races, BRO-AM Music Festival on Moonlight Beach (also a local secret)

Favorite coffee shop: The Invigatorium

Favorite wine & cheese spot: Carruth Cellars

Favorite season to visit: Summer

Favorite rooftop bar: The Nolen

Favorite dessert place: Nomad Donuts

Favorite local business: Swirl Boutique,

Biggest tourist trap: San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park but both are WORTH IT



Credits: Produced by yours truly, Katie Hylton & Stephanie Girard

Until next week... Sayonara!!! Xo


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Oct 26, 202101:18:29
JACKSON, WY with Jill King

JACKSON, WY with Jill King

Join us as we chat with EIC of @tsgjacksonhole and owner of @stylingthenewwest to learn how to blend in like a local by staying, dining, drinking and playing during your next visit to Jackson, Wyoming!

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SHOW NOTES: 

Where to stay: Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Snow King Mountain Resort

Where to eat: The Blue Lion, Noodle Kitchen, Sidewinders Tavern, Liberty Burger, Persephone Bakery

Where to drink: Million Dollar Cowboy Bar, Grand Teton Distillery, The Deck at Piste at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Mary Piglets (Best margarita)

What to do: Fall Arts Festival, visit art galleries, National Wildlife Museum, QuickDraw & Fine Art Auction, skiing, snowmobiling, Fly fishing, hiking at Ski Lake, horseback riding, whitewater rafting

RAPID FIRE:

Most instagram-able spot: Annular Arch

Favorite pizza spot: Pinky G’s Pizzeria

Favorite coffee shop: CocoLove

Favorite wine & cheese spot: Bin22

Favorite place for hiking: Ski Lake

Favorite local business: Hideout Leathers, Tara on Tara, Bella Cosa, Jackson Hole Jewelry Company, Pearls by Sherry

Biggest tourist trap: PB-Pacific Beach (the neighborhood)


Credits: Produced by yours truly, Katie Hylton & Stephanie Girard

Until next week... Sayonara!!! Xo


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Oct 12, 202138:05
Not being a tourist in NYC with Katie Hylton

Not being a tourist in NYC with Katie Hylton

Want to know our thoughts from the local lowdown with @therealmichelebrilliant? Tune in this week as Katie shares her local travel experience being a tourist in the Big Apple.

Where to stay: The Standard East Village: Go 

Where to eat:
The Butcher’s Daughter: Go
Catch: Nah
Smorgasburg: Go
Joe’s Pizza: Go

Where to drink:
Westlight: GO x 1,000,000
Brooklyn Brewery: Go
Bibi Wine Bar: GOOO
Please Don't Tell: Go
Bar Primi: Go 

What to do:
Smorgasburg: Go
Walk around different neighborhoods: Go
Museum of Modern Art (MoMA): Go


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Sep 28, 202138:12
LOS ANGELES, CA with Mady Maio & Lauren Wolfen

LOS ANGELES, CA with Mady Maio & Lauren Wolfen

It's time to pack our bags this week because we are headed to the City of Angels, Los Angeles, CA to visit @madymaio and @ltwolfen! This episode is packed FULL of drool-worthy finds and too many things to do, you'll want to extend your stay or book a second trip right away. It is a long episode but we challenge all of you to stick with it because there is really great content from these gals. Enjoy! 

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SHOW NOTES

Where to stay - Hotels
Malibu: The Surfrider Hotel
Santa Monica: Santa Monica Proper Hotel
Venice: The Hotel June
Culver City: The Culver Hotel
West Hollywood: 1 Hotel West Hollywood, The West Hollywood Edition
Koreatown: The Line LA
Silver Lake: Silver Lake Pool & Inn
Downtown: The Hoxton, The Nomad, Hotel Figueroa, Downtown LA Proper Hotel

Airbnb: Venice, Santa Monica

Walkable areas: Silver Lake, Echo Park, Largemont Village, Platform in Culver City, Montana Avenue in Santa Monica, Abbott Kinney in Venice, San Vicente Blvd in Brentwood

Where to eat: Jon and Vinny’s on Fairfax (Make a reservation far in advance!), Sqirl, Courage Bagels, Maury’s Bagels, Yeastie Boys Bagels, Gjusta, Earth Cafe

Where to drink: The Friend, Tilda, Bar Flores, Upstairs at ACE Hotel, Everson Royce Bar, All Season Brewing Company

What to do: Brentwood Country Mart, The Getty, Malibu Country Mart, Hiking in Kenter Trail or go to Malibu near Los Banos
[Hot tip: Skip the Santa Monica Pier, Hollywood Walk of Fame, The Polo Lounge at The Beverly Hills]

Walkable areas: Silver Lake, Echo Park, Largemont Village, Platform in Culver City, Montana Avenue in Santa Monica, Abbott Kinney in Venice, San Vicente Blvd in Brentwood

RAPID FIRE:

Most instagrammable spot: Nobu Malibu and Alfreds

Best Pizza: Fool proof pizza, Antiqua, La Mora, Robertas, Prime Pizza, Mulberry, Pitzana

Favorite LA event: Brentwood Farmers Market, Hollywood bowl concert

Best coffee shop: Blue Bottle, Verb, Little Lunch, Madison and Park

Best wine and cheese: Esters, Tilda, Lola Wine Bar, Melody Wines

Best season to visit: Whenever!

Best dessert: Big Shell Froyo, The Yogurt Shop, Magpies

Favorite local business: Goodies in Atwater Village, Diesel Bookstore

Biggest tourist trap: The Pink Wall


Credits: Produced by yours truly, Katie Hylton & Stephanie Girard

Until next week... Sayonara!!! Xo



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Sep 15, 202101:44:18
WHERE TO FALL, THIS FALL

WHERE TO FALL, THIS FALL

Hey everyone, this week we are here to share 8 fall events across the continental US, and why you should consider making these travel plans. Join us as we chat about opinions on the fall season, Halloween costume ideas and what strange foods you may be served if you attend one of our recs. 

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SHOW NOTES:

Bedford Fall Foliage Festival
Where: Bedford, PA
When: October 2-3, October 9-10
Price: Free
BEDFORD EPISODE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bedford-pa-with-haley-feaster/id1539543094?i=1000528733413 

West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta
Where: Tualatin, OR
When: October 16
Price: Admission free

Austin Food and Wine Festival
Where: Austin, TX
When: November 5-7
Price: $250 for a weekender pass
AUSTIN EPISODE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/austin-tx-with-rachel-holtin/id1539543094?i=1000523054006

National Apple Harvest Festival
Where: Biglerville, PA
When: October 2-3, October 9-10
Price: $10

Oktoberfest Zinzinnati
Where: Cincinnati, OH
When: Sep 16 – Sep 19
Price: Free

The Trailing of the Sheep
Where: Ketchum, ID
When: Oct 6 – Oct 10
Price: Free, Sheepdog trial $5, Farm to Table Dinner (Friday) $90

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Where: Albuquerque, NM
When: Oct 2 – Oct 10
Price: General Admin - $15

Salem Massachusetts
Where: Salem, MA
When: Anytime in October


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Aug 31, 202123:47
SAN DIEGO, CA with Scout Sobel

SAN DIEGO, CA with Scout Sobel

This week we have the future New York Times Best Selling Author @scoutsobel to talk all her entrepreneurial success, mental health and of course the best places to stay, dine, drink and play in the sunny city of San Diego! Scout is the founder of Scout’s Agency, co-host of the Okay Sis Podcast, host of SCOUT podcast AND newly published author. Not only was it a joy to learn more about her and her journey but she was a no doubt a 5-star tour guide for San Diego! 

SHOW NOTES:

  • Where to stay: Pendry Hotel, La Valencia Hotel, Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa
  • Where to eat: Fortunate Son, Born and Raised, Buona Forchetta (there will be a long wait, go across the street to Kindred for dinner)
  • Where to drink: Polite Provisions, Anywhere in Little Italy, Ketner Exchange, bar at Born and Raised, Young Blood
  • What to do: Walk around the different neighborhoods, San Diego Zoo, walk around Balboa Park, Swami’s Beach, Meditation Gardens in Encinitas,

RAPID FIRE:

  • Most instagram-able spot: Morning Glory
  • Favorite pizza spot: Buona Forchetta, Bronx Pizza
  • Favorite coffee shop: Holsem Coffee, Dark Horse Coffee Roasters, Bird Rock Coffee Roasters, Pannikin Coffee & Tea
  • Favorite wine & cheese spot: Venissimo Cheese, Carruth Cellars Wine Garden
  • Favorite season to visit: July or October
  • Favorite local business: Mila North Park, Von De Vort, Swirl Boutique
  • Biggest tourist trap: PB-Pacific Beach (the neighborhood)

SCOUT:

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Aug 17, 202143:43
TAMPA, FL with Adam Bakst

TAMPA, FL with Adam Bakst

This week we've got a long episode but keep with it because we have @adam.bakst, full-time comedian, part-time PR professional. Learn about the many food controversies in Tampa, where the Cuban sandwich actually originated and the chance to get Tom Brady's phone number. 

SHOW NOTES:

Where to stay: The Don CeSar, The Barrymore

Where to eat: Mazzaro’s Italian Market, Mr. Dunderbak's Biergarten and Brewery, Datz, Dough, Daily Eats, Armature Works Food Hall
Best Cuban sandwich: Brocato’s Sandwich Shop

Where to drink: Lowry Parcade, Green Lemon, MacDinton's Soho
Best Gay Bars: Southern Nights, The Honey Pot (Permanently Closed)

What to do: Busch Gardens, go to an XFL game, check Ybor City

RAPID FIRE:

Most instagram-able spot: Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, Tampa Music of Art, The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, USF

Favorite pizza spot: Eddie and Sam’s NY Pizza

Favorite Tampa event: Gasparilla Season, St. Patrick’s Day Festival

Favorite coffee shop:

Favorite wine & cheese spot: Cru Cellars

Favorite season to visit: directly after Spring or right before Fall

Favorite place for dessert: Bo’s Ice Cream, Chill’s Bros Scoop Shop

Favorite local business: Mojo Books & Records

Biggest tourist trap: Drive further than Ben T. Davis Beach- it’s not the best beach so go into Clearwater


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Aug 10, 202101:22:29
TORONTO, CANADA with Erin Hynes

TORONTO, CANADA with Erin Hynes

What a great day for our first international episode. We interviewed @pinatravels who is the host of @alpacamybagspod, a podcast that chats about responsible travel (which we highly recommend subscribing to). Toronto is such a cool city and has so much more than a spaceship-looking tower, Drake and Bieber Fever. We're on the lookout for a Scott's Cheap Flights deal to the fourth largest city in North America!! 

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SHOW NOTES 

Where to stay:
Airbnbs in the neighborhoods of: West End, The Annex, Little Italy, Koreatown, Little Portugal, Parkdale
Hotels: The Annex Hotel, Gladstone House, The Drake Hotel
Also check out hostels and read reviews on hostelworld.com

Where to eat: Pow Wow Cafe, Tondou Ramen, La Palette

Where to drink: DROM Taberna, Civil Liberties, Blood Brothers Brewing

What to do: Take a ferry to the Toronto Islands, explore the different neighborhoods, particularly Chinatown (Spadina Ave), AGO Art Museum, See a Toronto Blue Jays game at Rogers Centre

Rapid Fire:

Most Instagram-able spot: Polson Pier

Favorite pizza spot: Pizzeria Libretto

Favorite Toronto event: Toronto International Film Festival

Favorite coffee shop: Voodoo Child Espresso & Cocktail Bar (coffee shop by day, cocktail bar by night)

Favorite wine & cheese spot: La Palette

Favorite season to visit: Summer

Favorite place for dessert: Uncle Tetsu’s Japanese Cheesecake

Favorite local business:

Biggest tourist trap: Eaton Centre (cool ceiling, but just a shopping mall)`


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Aug 03, 202101:07:42
Travel Q&A with the gals, Katie & Steph

Travel Q&A with the gals, Katie & Steph

This week we've got a lil Q&A going on, all related to travel of course. We kept it short and sweet and hope you enjoy!


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Jul 27, 202126:52
SEATTLE, WA with Emmalynn Cortes

SEATTLE, WA with Emmalynn Cortes

Our Seattle episode is here and has us craving the PNW!! We interviewed @emmasedition today and she did not disappoint with all the best places to stay, dine, drink and play in Seattle!

Where to stay: Hotel Theodore, The Fairmont Olympic
Airbnbs: Capitol Hill, Freemont, Ballard, South Lake Union, Airbnb house boats, Tree Houses in Fall City (40 minutes out of the city)

Where to eat: Portage Bay Cafe, Ba Bar, 45th Stop N Shop (get a poke bowl and walk down to Gas Works Park, 10 min walk)

Where to drink: The Loupe Lounge in the Space Needle (reservations available on Tock and available two weeks in advance, availability is released every Monday) Olympic. Bar in Fairmont Hotel, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Chateau Lill

What to do: Visit Fremont Troll, Seattle Scenic Seaplane Tour with Kenmore Air, day trip to Bainbridge Island on a ferry, water taxi from downtown to West Seattle, walk through Pike Place Market, gum wall, Amazon Books (4 star+ books sold on Amazon), Amazon 4-star, hiking in the North Cascades National Park, Mount Hyak, Museum of Pop Culture, Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour (if you’re into history)
Plant shops to visit: Glasswing Greenhouse on Capitol Hill (temporarily closed), Plant Shop Seattle, The Indoor Sun Shop

RAPID FIRE
Most instagram-able spot: Frankie & Joe’s (vegan ice cream), Di Fiora (Asian fusion restaurant) & search Emma’s blog for more posts on where to take pictures by neighborhood

Favorite pizza spot: Willmott’s Ghost

Favorite Seattle event: Seattle Sounders Soccer game, Mariners, Seahawks (tickets are hard to get)

Best season to visit:

Favorite coffee shop: The Starbucks Reserve in Capitol Hill, Mr. West Cafe Bar, search Emma’s Edition for blog post on best coffee shops

Favorite wine & cheese spot: Wineries in Woodinville, Locus Wines

Favorite season to visit: Summer, fall

Favorite rooftop bar: The Nest Rooftop Bar (Thompson Hotel)

Favorite place for dessert: Ellenos Greek Yogurt, Molly Moon’s

Favorite local business: Silver + Salt, most places in Pike’s Place, farmer’s markets in several neighborhoods (check schedule for days)

Best chicken teriyaki: Anywhere!

Favorite Vietnamese restaurant: Banh Town, Monsoon, Vinason Pho & Grill

Tips from the locals for the tourists:
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Jul 20, 202101:13:01
BEDFORD, PA with Haley Feaster

BEDFORD, PA with Haley Feaster

This weeks unexpected destination will surprise your socks off. We interviewed @haleyfeaster about her hometown and learned why you need to visit this small Pennsylvania town. Seriously, you guys, we’re so amped about this off the radar town. You’ll be able to check off everything you’re looking for in a quiet weekend getaway: good food, beautiful scenery with a plethora of outdoor activities, luxury hotel and spa and have you wanting to extend your stay.

Where to stay: Omni Bedford Springs, River Mountain Resort
Airbnbs:
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/38580690?translate_ugc=false&federated_search_id=0ddf8857-bb68-433e-bb21-7d01812c596c&source_impression_id=p3_1626039287_JQJFzqoO7m9qdvC%2B

https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/44475395?translate_ugc=false&federated_search_id=0ddf8857-bb68-433e-bb21-7d01812c596c&source_impression_id=p3_1626039361_dh0mIsA7gEl1dLHo

Where to eat: Horn O Plenty, LIFeSTYLE, O.I.P. Original Italian Pizza, The Restaurant at the Golden Eagle Inn, LIFeSTYLE Next Door

Where to drink: Old Bedford Brewing, The Pub at the Golden Eagle Inn, Village News

What to do: Golf, Kayak down the Juniata river, rent bikes and kayaks from Fat Jimmy’s Outfitters, visit Colonial Bedford, Old Bedford Village, Rock the Block, Farmer’s Market on Wednesdays, Old Bedford Brewing (live music on Friday, Saturday, Sundays), Bella Terra Vineyards, Bedford Speedway, Drive-in movie theater, bike on the C&L Canal, Covered Bridge Tour, Fallingwater - Frank Lloyd Wright tour, Flight 93 National Memorial, horseback riding, state parks, River Mountain - yoga, skiing, whitewater rafting

RAPID FIRE
Most Instagram-able spot: The Coffee Pot, Springs at the Omni Resort

Favorite pizza spot: IOP - Italian Original Pizza

Favorite DC event: Bedford County Fair, Hot Summer Nights, Fall Foliage Festival

Best season to visit: Summer or fall

Favorite coffee shop:

Favorite wine & cheese spot: LIFeSTYLE

Favorite dessert spot: Whipped, Horn O Plenty, The Penguin

Favorite local business: Reclamation, Cove Creek Outfitters, Juli’s Wearable Art

Biggest tourist trap: Gravity Hill


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Jul 13, 202155:01
WASHINGTON, DC with Caroline Ponseti

WASHINGTON, DC with Caroline Ponseti

Join us this week as we interview the lovely @thethriftyspoon and learn where Joe Biden gets his tacos, what the security is like at The White House, but most importantly where to stay, dine, drink and play in our nation's capital city, Washington, DC! 

SHOW NOTES:

Where to stay: Stay away from downtown and stay in DuPont Circle, The LINE DC

Where to eat: Ambar, Zeppelin, Union Market, Fresh Radish, Oyster Oyster, Baker’s Daughter, Albi

Where to drink: Lulu’s Wine Garden, Hi-Lawn, Republic Restoratives Distillery and Craft Cocktail Bar, Big Chief (permanently closed), Conservatory above Gravitas, Fiola, Last Call DC

What to do: *Perfect day:* Coffee at local coffee shop, walk to see monuments (MLK Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, WW2 Memorial, Washington Monument, Capitol Building, Brunch, Eastern Market, DuPont Circle Other: Logan Circle, National Portrait Gallery, (*LOCAL TIP ALERT*) Go online and reach out to your member of Congress and ask if they can help you schedule a tour of national buildings, visit The White House

RAPID FIRE
Most instagram-able spot: Blagden Alley

Favorite pizza spot: Side Door Side

Favorite DC event: Mount Vernon Wine Festival

Favorite coffee shop: Sospeso

Favorite wine & cheese spot: St. Vincent Wine

Favorite rooftop bar: Hi-Lawn

Favorite dessert spot: Ice Cream Jubilee

Favorite local business: The Neighborgoods

Favorite museum: National Portrait Gallery

Biggest tourist trap: Stay away from downtown restaurants


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Jul 06, 202101:01:60
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA with Annaliese Lemieux-Kaplan

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA with Annaliese Lemieux-Kaplan

This week we're heading to the wine country of the East and getting the local lowdown of Charlottesville, Virginia with local, @miss-alk.

Where to stay: Omni Charlottesville Hotel, Quirk Hotel
Airbnbs: Crozet, Barboursville (to be closer to wineries)

Where to eat: Brazos Tacos, Milan Indian Restaurant, Bang!, The Nook

Where to drink: The Alley Light, Rooftop Bar at Quirk, Rapture
Wineries: Reynard Florence Vineyard, Glass House Winery, King Family Vineyards, Barboursville Vineyards

What to do: Explore UVA, explore local businesses at the downtown mall, spend time at the Rivanna River (hike, float, picnic, kayak, etc), wineries & vineyards

RAPID FIRE:
Most Instagram-able spot: I love Charlottesville mural (Belmont neighborhood)

Favorite pizza spot: Dr. Ho’s Humble Pie

Favorite Charlottesville event: Polo at King Family Vineyards (summer), Sunset Series at Carter Mountain Orchard (Live music)

Favorite coffee shop: C’Ville Coffee

Favorite wine & cheese spot: Tilman’s

Favorite dessert spot: HotCakes

Favorite local business: Darling Boutique


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Jun 29, 202154:07
LAUDERDALE BY THE SEA, FL with Ziba Lennox

LAUDERDALE BY THE SEA, FL with Ziba Lennox

Ever heard of Lauderdale by the Sea? It's the most idyllic town right in Ft. Lauderdale. Join us this week as we interview @zibalennox as we learn the best places to stay, dine, drink and play!

SHOW NOTES:

Where to stay: The Plunge Hotel, Airbnb’s

Where to eat: Kaluz, Houston’s, Aruba Beach Cafe, 101 Ocean, Shooter’s Waterfront

Where to drink: Kaluz, Houston’s, Aruba Beach Cafe, 101 Ocean, Shooter’s Waterfront, Sea Watch on the Ocean

What to do: Go to the beach, Mansion Tour, Town Center, Bluefoot Pirate Adventures (with kids)

RAPID FIRE:
Most instagram-able spot: Christmas Tree in the town center (during Christmas time)

Favorite pizza spot: Da Vinci’s

Favorite LBTS event: Live music in town center

Favorite coffee shop: Starbucks

Favorite wine & cheese spot: Winter


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Jun 22, 202154:12
NANTUCKET, MA with Stacey Leuliette

NANTUCKET, MA with Stacey Leuliette

We're on our way to New England this week and have @tsgnantucket / @sleuliette as our local guide to show us around. Think lots of blue, lots of oysters and lots of history! 

SHOW NOTES:

Where to stay: Harborview Nantucket, Hotel Pippa, White Elephant, Greydon House, Jared Coffin House

Where to eat: Cru, The Proprietors Bar and Table, The Nautilus, Lola 41, Galley Beach

Lunch: Corner Table Cafe, The Beet, Lemon Press, Millie’s Restaurant, Sandbar at Jetties Beach Bar & Restaurant

Where to drink: Cisco Brewers, After House, Back Bar, The Chicken Box, Club Car

What to do: Brant Point Light House, Rent Jeeps and drive on the beach, Cisco Brewers, Whaling Museum, Madeket Bike Trail, visit Sconset during the day

RAPID FIRE:
Most Instagram-able spot: Brand Point Lighthouse, Steps Beach

Favorite pizza spot: Oath Pizza

Favorite Nantucket event: Christmas Stroll

Favorite coffee shop: Corner Table Cafe

Favorite wine & cheese spot: Current Vintage

Best beach bar: Sandbar at Jetties Beach Bar & Restaurant

Favorite place to get dessert: The Juice Bar for ice cream


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Jun 15, 202140:34
SUMMER 2021 - CARRY ON MUST HAVES

SUMMER 2021 - CARRY ON MUST HAVES

This week we're talking all about what's in our travel carry on bag and why you need them too!


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Jun 08, 202117:22
AUSTIN, TX with Rachel Holtin

AUSTIN, TX with Rachel Holtin

Austin is a booming city and an extremely popular vacation destination right now, which means it's easy to get sucked into tourist traps! This week we're interviewing @austinfoodstagram who knows a thing or two about the best places to stay, dine, drink and play, so tune in to get the Austin local lowdown!

Where to stay:
Bunk House Hotel Group — Austin Motel, Hotel San Jose, Hotel Saint Cecilia, Hotel Magdalena, Airbnbs in South Congress area

Where to eat:
Suarte, Uchi, Veracruz
Best BBQ: la Barbecue

Where to drink:
Bungalow, Tipsy Optimist, Garage, Midnight Cowboy, Here Nor There, Duchman Family Winery

Things to do:
Rent a boat for Lake Austin, Lake Travis, picnic at Zilker Park, attend a live music show (live music all across town)

RAPID FIRE

Most instagram-able spot: Taquero Mucho

Favorite pizza spot: Via 313

Favorite Chicago event: SXSW (March)

Favorite coffee shop: Greater Goods Coffee Roasting Co.

Favorite wine & cheese spot: House Wine

Best season to visit: Spring, Fall

Favorite place to get dessert: Gourdough’s Public House

Favorite rooftop bar: Tipsy Optimist, P6

Favorite local business: BookPeople, Southern Hippie

Tourist trap: I love you so much mural on South Congress


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May 25, 202143:46
CHICAGO, IL with Dr. Emilia Taneva

CHICAGO, IL with Dr. Emilia Taneva

Want to know where to stay, eat, drink and what to add to your itinerary next time you're in Chicago? Listen in as we interview @bubbly.moments to get the local lowdown in the Windy City!!

SHOW NOTES

Where to stay: The Peninsula Chicago, Viceroy Chicago, Langham Hotel, Four Seasons, Ambassador Chicago, Swissotel Chicago, Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile, Fairmont Chicago, Club Quarters Hotel, Sheraton Grand

Where to eat: Gibsons Italia, Non Ami Gabi, Bongiorno's Cucina Italiana & Pizzeria, Aba, Tao, RPM Italian, Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba, Lyrica, Summer House Santa Monica, Union Sushi, Bavette’s Bar & Boeuf, Ciccio Mio

Where to drink: Nobu Hotel, Cindy’s, Z Bar, Cerise Rooftop, LondonHouse

What to do: Citi bike around the city, helicopter tour, architectural boat tour, picture in front of The Bean, Navy Pier

Rapid Fire

Most Instagram-able spot: 3 Art’s Club Cafe at Restoration Hardware, The Bean, Chicago Theater Sign

Favorite pizza spot: Lou Malnati's

Favorite Chicago event: St. Patrick’s Day

Favorite coffee shop: Dunkin Donuts, check out Starbucks Reserve

Favorite wine & cheese spot: City Winery

Best season to visit: May, July-October

Favorite place to get dessert: RL Restaurant

Favorite Local Business: ENJOY Andersonville

Tourist Trap: Willis Tower or Hancock Building. Go to The Signature Room at the 95th and / or The Signature Lounge for 360 views from both (located in Hancock Building)


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May 18, 202147:17
OUTER BANKS, NC with Audra Krieg

OUTER BANKS, NC with Audra Krieg

You'll want to tune in this week as we talk to @outerbanksmom and she shares her love for the Outer Banks. Just in time for summer vacation!

SHOW NOTES

Where to stay: Corolla Village Inn, Saltaire Cottages (Kitty Hawk), SeeSea Motel

Where to eat: NC Coast Grill & Bar, Outer Banks Brewing Station, The Kill Devil Grill, Duck Donuts [Steam Pots: Outer Banks Oil Company, Cravings]

Where to drink: Fish Heads Bar & Grill (Nags Head), Art’s Place (Kitty Hawk), Rundown Cafe

What to do: Hang on the beach, jet-skiing, fishing, explore lighthouses, rent a boat, sign up for wild horse sighting tour, Lost Colony play

RAPID FIRE

Most instagram-able spot: Jockey’s Ridge State Park

Favorite pizza spot: Southern Shores Pizza & Deli

Favorite Atlanta event: Outer Banks Seafood Festival, The Big Curri-Shuck Oyster Festival

Favorite coffee shop: Wave Rider’s Coffee & Deli

Favorite wine & cheese spot: TRIO Restaurant & Market

Best season to visit: Fall

Favorite rooftop bar: Fish Heads, Stonefish Beach Bar on Avalon Pier

Favorite place to get dessert: Surfin’ Spoon Frozen Yogurt Bar

Favorite Local Business: Honey and Hive, Zen&Zip


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May 11, 202158:54
ATLANTA, GA with Katherine Mason

ATLANTA, GA with Katherine Mason

We're in HOTlanta this week gals and things are heating up! Join us as we interview founder and entrepreneur @katherinemason_ of @sculpthouse and @sculpthouseboutique as we get the local lowdown in this southern gem.

Where to stay: Buckhead Neighborhood, The St. Regis, The Whitley, Colee Hotel

Where to eat: Umi Sushi, Storico Fresco Alimentari e Ristorante, Forza Storico, Storico Vino, The Optimist, Grindhouse Killer Burgers

Where to drink: Barcelona Vinoteca, St. Regis Bar, Himitsu

What to do: Walk / Hang around the Beltline, Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall, Lingering Shade Social Club, Ponce City Market, Krog Street Market, SculptHouse, The Battery, Braves Game, United Atlanta, Falcons NFL Game

RAPID FIRE

Most instagram-able spot: The Garden Room

Favorite pizza spot: Antico Pizza

Favorite Atlanta event: Music at Midtown

Favorite coffee shop: The Chastain

Favorite wine & cheese spot: Biltong Bar, Yebo Beach Haus

Best season to visit: Spring

Favorite rooftop bar: Clermont Hotel and Rooftop Bar

Favorite place to get dessert: Sublime Doughnuts

Favorite Local Business: ScultHouse, Lucy’s Market

Tourist trap: World of Coca-Cola, Georgia Aquarium


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May 04, 202157:22
LAS VEGAS, NV with Iva Jorgensen

LAS VEGAS, NV with Iva Jorgensen

We're visiting SIN CITY this week and interviewing the fabulous @ivajorg on all the cool spots to hang. This city is more than the famous strip, we've got views for days, culture, art and unique restaurants and experiences. You won't want to miss this one! 

Where to stay: Park MGM Las Vegas, ARIA Resort & Casino, NoMad Hotel

Where to eat: Barry’s Downtown Prime, Eataly, Sadelle’s

Where to drink: Velveteen Rabbit, Màs Por Favor Taqueria y Tequila

What to do: Sunset helicopter ride, The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod (Full 360 view of city), Valley of Fire State Park, Red Rock State Park

RAPID FIRE

Most instagram-able spot: Vegas sign, The Neon Museum

Favorite pizza spot: Izzy’s Pizza Bus

Favorite Las Vegas event: Life Is Beautiful Music & Art Festival

Favorite coffee shop: Dark Moon Coffee Roasters, Mothership Coffee Roasters

Favorite wine & cheese spot: Esther’s Kitchen

Best season to visit: Spring

Favorite rooftop bar: Skyfall Lounge, Legacy Club

Favorite local business: Amethyst Colony

Tourist trap: Las Vegas sign (Don’t wait in line, take a photo from the side)



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Apr 27, 202147:08
NEW YORK CITY, NY with Camille Wilson

NEW YORK CITY, NY with Camille Wilson

We're interviewing @thecocktailsnob_ today and she's giving us the best tips and tricks for getting the perfect craft cocktail, where to find the best drinks in NYC and of course we'll cover where to stay and eat, and what to do!

Where to stay: The James New York, Hotel Hugo, PUBLIC Hotel, Moxy Hotel

Where to eat: Jacob’s Pickles, Fumu, Zengo, Bubby’s

Where to drink: 67 Orange Street, Jimmy at The James Hotel, The Skylark, Warehouse Wines & Spirits

What to do: Roosevelt Island, bar hopping, museums, Staten Island Ferry (free and passes the Statue of Liberty), 9/11 Memorial and/or Museum

RAPID FIRE

Most Instagram-able spot: The Crown NYC (rooftop bar in Chinatown), While We Were Young Kitchen & Cocktails

Favorite pizza spot: Joe’s Pizza

Favorite Raleigh event: Harlem EatUp!

Favorite coffee shop: Euuni

Best espresso martini: TAO

Favorite wine & cheese spot: Bedford Cheese Shop - Union Square

Best season to visit: Summer

Favorite rooftop bar: The Crown

Favorite dessert spot: Milk Bar

Favorite local business: NiLu Gift Boutique, Strand Book Store

Tourist trap: Hudson Yards


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Apr 20, 202148:60
RALEIGH, NC with Chana Lynn

RALEIGH, NC with Chana Lynn

This week we are with the OG Raleigh blogger @raleighwhatsup and getting a unique perspective of the city with recommendations that you won't find on every yelp list! 

Where to stay: Longleaf Hotel, Guest House Raleigh, The Heights House (coming soon)

Where to eat: Jolie, Virgil’s Tacos, Rosewater Kitchen & Bar, State of Beer, Trophy Pizza

Where to drink: Junction West, Whiskey Kitchen, The Standard, Burial Brewing, Trophy, Barrel Culture

What to do: NC Museum of Art, Dorothea Dix Park (Get take out and wine for a picnic), Live music (Pour House, Red Hat Amphitheater, Lincoln Theater, Koka Booth Amphitheater), Natural Science Museum, mural hunt downtown

RAPID FIRE

Most instagram-able spot: NCMA, train station (warehouse district)

Favorite pizza spot: Oakwood Pizza Box

Favorite Raleigh event: Hopscotch, Art & Bloom

Favorite coffee shop: Sola, Jubala, Idle Hour Coffee Roasters 

Favorite wine & cheese spot: Vita Vite

Best season to visit: Spring, fall

Favorite rooftop bar: Gallo Pelón Mezcaleria

Favorite dessert spot: Lucette Grace, Two Roosters Ice Cream

Favorite local business: Edge of Urge


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Apr 13, 202146:59
NEW YORK CITY, NY with Chelsea Martin

NEW YORK CITY, NY with Chelsea Martin

We are going all out in NYC this week with the founder of @passporttofridday, a luxury travel agency. Save your $$$ for your hotel because you'll want to splurge next time you visit, especially if you want to stay where the Kardashian's stay!

Where to stay: The Greenwich Hotel, Crosby Hotel, The Beekman, The New York Edition

Where to eat: L’Artusi, Estela, Altro Paradiso, Don Angie, Cafe Cluny, Anton’s, Rosemary’s

Where to drink: Dante NYC, Soho House, The Bar Room at The Beekman

What to do: Walk!, Central Park, Explore Brooklyn/Williamsburg, 9/11 Museum

RAPID FIRE

Most instagram-able spot: West Village

Favorite pizza spot: Ruby Rosa

Favorite NYC event: Christmas / Holiday season

Favorite coffee shop: Café Kitsuné

Favorite wine & cheese spot: Buvette, St. Tropez Wine Bar in West Village

Best season to visit: Fall

Favorite rooftop bar: Dumbo House

Favorite local business: MCF Rare Wine


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Apr 06, 202157:22
COLUMBIA, SC with Megan Pinckney

COLUMBIA, SC with Megan Pinckney

We're back in Columbia, SC this week interviewing the fabulous @shadesofpinck and learning all her favorite spots in this southern town! 

Where to stay: Hotel Trundle, Graduate Columbia, Airbnb on Lake Murray

Where to eat: Halls Chophouse Columbia, Cantina 76, The Grand on Main, Bourbon

Where to drink: Cantina 76, Hendrix, Lula Drake Wine Parlour, Black Rooster

What to do: Bike ride down the West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater, bowling at The Grande on Main(rainy day activity), USC Gamecock football game

RAPID FIRE

Most instagram-able spot: Hotel Trundle, Graduate Hotel, Hendrix Rooftop

Favorite pizza spot: Za’s on Devine

Favorite Columbia event: USC football season, election season

Favorite coffee shop: Indah Coffee

Favorite wine & cheese spot: Lula Drake, Motor Supply Company Bistro

Best season to visit: Late summer, early fall

Favorite rooftop bar: Hendrick’s, Black Rooster

Favorite local business: Pout

Favorite place to get pimiento cheese: Private Property, Cola’s, DiPrato’s


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Mar 30, 202137:54
ST. LOUIS, MO with Anna Keenan

ST. LOUIS, MO with Anna Keenan

Missouri as a travel destination? YES! Buckle up as we explore St. Louis for toasted ravioli, gooey butter cake and BBQ!

SHOW NOTES

Where to stay: Hilton at the Ballpark Downtown, Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis, Moonrise Hotel

Where to eat: Rooster, The Hill, Katie’s Pizza & Pasta, Louie, Clementine’s Creamery

Where to drink: Cinder House and Bar, Three sixty, Boathouse at Forest Park, Wheelhouse

What to do: STL Zoo (free), Explore Forest Park, Anheuser-Busch Brewery, Gateway Arch, City Museum, Union Station (aquarium, ferris wheel, carousel, mini-golf, rope course, light show, mirror maze!)

RAPID FIRE 

Most instagram-able spot: The Gateway Arch

Favorite pizza: Katie’s Pizza & Pasta

Favorite event: St. Louis Art Fair, Blues games, Cardinals game

Favorite coffee shop: Kaldi’s Coffee

Favorite wine & cheese: Sasha’s Wine Bar

Best season to visit: Fall

Favorite rooftop bar: Three sixty

Favorite local business: Everything in Ladue

Best place to order toasted ravioli: Charlie Gitto’s, Anthonino’s

Best place to order gooey butter cake: Any bakery at The Hill


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Mar 23, 202147:26
VENICE BEACH, CA with Anna Abbott

VENICE BEACH, CA with Anna Abbott

Who thinks the west coast is the best? We have @annaabbott on as our guest today telling us where to spot celebrities, what the deal is with Muscle Beach and where to get the best coconut cake in the cute city outside of LA!

SHOW NOTES

Where to stay: Airbnb

Where to eat: Erewhon Market (local market), Tartine, Gjusta, Scopa Italian Roots, The Whaler, La Puglia

Where to drink: The Whaler, The Reel, The Brigg, Rooster Fish, The Magic Castle

What to do: Visit the Mosaic Tile House, Venice Walk Streets, Walk Abbott Kinney, Go to the beach at night (look up Grunion Run, Venice Beach Skate Park

RAPID FIRE

Most instagram-able spot: the beach, Mosaic Tile House and art murals all over town

Favorite pizza spot: Louise’s Trattoria

Favorite event: Grunion Run, Farmer’s Market

Favorite coffee shop: Deus Ex Machina - Emporium Of Post Modern Activities

Favorite wine & cheese: The Tasting Kitchen, Zinqué

Best season to visit: All seasons but winter is less touristy than summer

Best rooftop bar: Elephante Beach House, Hotel Erwin

Favorite local business: Community Business

Tourist trap: The boardwalk


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Mar 16, 202157:08
PHILADELPHIA, PA with Meg Mandell

PHILADELPHIA, PA with Meg Mandell

We're in Philly this week with our tour guide @honesttwentyone as she helps us navigate this huge city full of cheesesteaks, shopping and plants! 

Where to stay: Airbnbs, The Kipton Hotel

Where to eat: Famous 4th Street Deli, Mission Taqueria, Front Street Cafe, Saxby's

Where to drink: Howl at the Moon, Drinkers Pub, The Franklin Bar

What to do: Wissahickon Creek, Reading Terminal Market, Stump (plant shop), Eastern State Penitentiary, Shopping in Rittenhouse Square


Rapid Fire

Most instagram-able spot: Rittenhouse Square, Race Street Pier

Best pizza spot: Lorenzo’s

Favorite event: The Best of Philly Restaurant Festival

Fav coffee shop: Saxby’s

Best wine & cheese spot: Jet Wine Bar

Best season to visit: Spring

Favorite rooftop bar: The Franklin Bar

Favorite local business: Stump

Tourist trap to skip: Rocky steps


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Mar 09, 202148:37
UPPER EAST SIDE, NYC with Claire Bridges

UPPER EAST SIDE, NYC with Claire Bridges

Back to New York City to visit the lovely @claire.bridges and explore the iconic Upper East Side. Famous Levain cookies, Gossip Girl neighborhood feels, museums, coffee shop with french bulldogs on every cup. What more can you ask for?

SHOW NOTES: 

Where to stay: The Mark, Voco the Franklin New York

Where to eat: The Penrose, Up Thai, Uva, Levain Bakery, Anita La Mamma del Gelato

Where to drink: The Penrose, Eli’s Night Shift, UES. (ice cream shop with speakeasy at the back)

What to do: Guggenheim, The Frick Museum, Met museum and 79th and 5th Central Park entrance afterwards, City Bikes during nice weather, Walk everywhere and explore!

Rapid Fire:
Most instagram-able spot: The Met steps

Favorite pizza spot: Emmy Squared

Favorite event: Met Gala for celebrity citings

Favorite coffee shop: Ralph’s, Hutch & Waldo

Favorite wine and cheese spot: Serena’s Wine Bar & Cafe

Best season to visit: Fall

Favorite rooftop bar: The Skylark

Favorite local business: Mixology Clothing


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Mar 02, 202142:43
SALT LAKE CITY, UT with Nicea DeGering

SALT LAKE CITY, UT with Nicea DeGering

Our list of places to visit is getting longer with another addition of SLC. Join us and @niceadegering today as we eat, drink and explore our way through the capital city of Utah! 

SHOW NOTES

Where to stay: Airbnbs

Where to eat: Eva’s Bakery, Whiskey Street, Sapa, Dali Crepes, Takashi, The Bite / The Cajun Kitchen, Pretty Bird Chicken

Where to drink: Whiskey Street, Lake Effect, Current Fish & Oyster

What to do: City Creek Center, Temple Square, Ensign Peak Hiking Trail, Red Butte Garden

RAPID FIRE

Most instagram-able - Pretty Bird Chicken

Best coffee shop - Gourmandise

Favorite pizza - Maxwell’s East Coast Eatery

Favorite event - Farmer’s Market

Best wine and cheese spot: Caputo’s Market & Deli

Best season to visit: fall

Favorite rooftop bar: The Green Pig Pub

Favorite local business: Every Blooming Thing, King’s English Bookshop

Favorite dessert spot: Handel’s Ice Cream

Favorite ski mountain: Deer Valley Resort


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Feb 23, 202148:55
FRANKLIN, TN with Pamelyn Rocco

FRANKLIN, TN with Pamelyn Rocco

Join us this week as we visit a new small town, Franklin, and interview @houseofbashery for all the best spots during your weekend getaway! 

SHOW NOTES

Where to stay: Airbnbs downtown

Where to eat: 1892, Herban Market, Biscuit Love

Where to drink: Leipers Fork Distillery, The Rutledge, 55 South, GRAYS on Main

What to do: History Museums and tours, Stroll Main Street, The Factory at Franklin, Farmer’s Market, Goat Yoga, Mistletoe Farm Alpacas, The Spa at Leipers Fork

Rapid Fire

Most instagram-able spot: Leipers Fork

Beset pizza: Basil Garden Pizza

Favorite event: Dicken’s of a Christmas in Downtown Franklin

Favorite coffee shop: The Frothy Monkey

Best wine and cheese: Arrington Vineyard

Best season to visit: Fall

Favorite rooftop: The Graduate (Nashville)

Favorite local business: White’s Mercantile, The Factory


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Feb 16, 202140:55
COLUMBIA, SC with Mattison Heatherly

COLUMBIA, SC with Mattison Heatherly

Let's travel to Columbia, SC and visit @mattisonheatherly to get the local lowdown in this small town with plenty of things to do and places to grub! 

SHOW NOTES

Where to stay: Graduate Columbia, Hotel Trendal, Airbnb-Lake Murray

Where to eat: Coa Agaveria y Cocina, Hampton Street Vineyard, Tazza Kitchen, Cafe Strudel, Cola’s Restaurant, Saluda’s

Where to drink: River Rat Brewery, Steady Hand Beer Co., The Aristocrat, Lula Drake, Hendrix, Black Rooster

What to do: SC Pedal Parlor, Soda City Market (farmer’s market on Saturday’s), River Floating, Congaree National Park, Riverwalk - for hiking, Riverbanks Zoo & Garden


Rapid Fire

Most Instagram-able: The State House

Best pizza: Pontiac House of Pizza, Village Idiot Pizza

Favorite event: Columbia Food & Wine Festival

Best season to visit: Spring, fall

Favorite coffee shop: Drip Coffee

Favorite wine & cheese spot: Lula Drake

Best rooftop Bar: Hendrix

Favorite local business: Five Points has a great variety of boutiques, coffee, lunch options

Fav BBQ: Midwood Smokehouse

Best pimento cheese: Spotted Salamander, Jake’s on Devine


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Feb 09, 202134:33
DALLAS, TX with Rachel Sipperley

DALLAS, TX with Rachel Sipperley

Starting off a new month BIG! We've all heard everything is bigger in Texas and Dallas is no different! Join us and the @thefemalefounder_ as we navigate through this huge metroplex! 

Where to stay: Airbnbs in Deep Ellum, Uptown, Lower Greenville, Henderson or Virgin Hotel, W Hotel

Where to eat: Krio, Dahlia Bar & Bistro, Drake’s, Nick & Sam’s

Where to drink: Parliament, Atwater Alley, Tipsy Alchemist

What to do: Katy Trail Ice House, Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden, City Pass (for multiple museum access for less), Visit the Stockyards in Ft. Worth, Jaxon Beer Garden, Perot Museum, Reunion Tower & Observation Deck, Klyde Warren Park

Rapid Fire:

Most instagram-able spot: Jaxon’s Beer Garden, Henry’s, Crescent Plaza

Best pizza: Brick Street, Campisi’s

Favorite coffee shop: La La Land Kind Cafe

Best wine & cheese spot: Grapevine has several wineries, CRU in West Village

Best season to visit: Fall

Favorite rooftop bar: HG Sply Co., Happiest Hour

Favorite local business: PWR WMN


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Feb 02, 202101:03:57
CHARLOTTE, NC with Sydney Bernhardt

CHARLOTTE, NC with Sydney Bernhardt

We're back in the Queen City with @sydneyhopeee and we learn all about some cool new spots from this fashionista! 

SHOW NOTES

Where to stay: Airbnbs in South End, NoDa, Dilworth, Grand Bohemian Hotel

Where to eat: Optimist Hall, Ruby Sunshine, Flower Child, Hot Taco

Where to drink: Legion Brewery, Gin Mill South End, Sycamore Brewery Beer Garden, Wooden Robot Brewery, Summit Seltzer

What to do: Getaway House, South Park Mall, Walk along the Rail Trail and explore!


Rapid Fire:

Most instagram-able spot: Restoration Hardware

Best pizza spot: Bisonte Pizza Co

Favorite Charlotte event: PNC Music Pavillion, CIAA basketball (virtual this year)

Favorite coffee shop: Not Just Coffee, Smelly Cat Coffee House & Roastery

Best season to visit: Fall

Favorite wine & cheese bar: Barcelona Wine Bar

Favorite rooftop bar: Gin Mill South End

Favorite local business: Chosen Women’s Apparel

Tourist traps: Carowinds


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Jan 26, 202141:04
SCOTTSDALE, AZ with AJ Johnson

SCOTTSDALE, AZ with AJ Johnson

Do you love warm weather, golf, spas and palm trees? Then you were made for today's episode where with chat with @xoajohnson about where to stay, eat, drink and play in the gorgeous Scottsdale!!


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Jan 21, 202144:26
EAST VILLAGE, NYC with Michele Brilliant

EAST VILLAGE, NYC with Michele Brilliant

Get ready for lots of laughs as we interview actor and comedian @the_real_michelle_briliant and she'll share her local approved places to stay, eat, drink and what to do!

SHOW NOTES

Where to stay: SIXTY SoHo, Soho House, The Standard

Where to eat: Bar Primi, Indochine, BondST, Root & Bone, Lucien

Where to drink: La Esquina, Bibi Wine Bar, Rintintin, 2A Bar, Sofie, POST

What to do: Joe’s Pub, Blue Man Group

RAPID FIRE

Best pizza: Gruppo

Favorite coffee shop: C&B

Favorite wine and cheese spot: Bibi’s, Il Posto Accanto

Best season to visit: Spring/fall

Favorite rooftop bar: Soho House, Thompson LES


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Jan 19, 202143:17
PALM SPRINGS, CA with Rachael O'Brien

PALM SPRINGS, CA with Rachael O'Brien

We're on the WEST COAST this week interviewing world headlining comedian @rachaelnobrien! We officially have the travel bug because we're craving sun, palm trees and viewzz for days.

SHOW NOTES:

Where to stay: Parker Palm Springs, La Serena Villas, Sands Hotel & Spa, La Quinta Resort

Where to eat: Casa Mendoza, Mr. Lyons, Farm, Koutouki Greek Estiatorio

Where to drink: Melvyn’s, The Nest, Counter Reformation

What to do: Andreas Canyon Trailhead, Joshua Tree, The Fine Art of Design (thrift store)

RAPID FIRE:

Most instagram-able spot: Andrea’s Canyon or Joshua tree

Best pizza: Piero's PizzaVino

Favorite event: Any concert in the desert

Coffee Shop: Old Town Coffee Shop

Favorite Wine & Cheese Spot: Counter Reformation or any Italian restaurant

Best season to visit: Fall, winter

Favorite Local Business: The Shops at 1345


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Jan 12, 202147:21
CHICAGO, IL with Whitney Buha

CHICAGO, IL with Whitney Buha

We're in the Windy City freezing our butts off but we've got some incredible recs for where to eat, sleep, stay and what to do from @somethingwhitty! 

SHOW NOTES:

Where to stay: Hotel Monaco

Where to eat: Duck Duck Goat, The Moonlighter, Parlor Pizza Bar, Barrio, Big Star, Topo Gigio, Portillo’s

Where to drink: The Blind Barbour, The Darling, The Violet Hour, Gilt Bar, Bavette’s, Lottie’s Pub, Happy Camper Pizzeria, Paradise Park, Homeslice

What to do: Architectural Boat Tour, Cubs Baseball Game, Gallagher Way, Start at The Bean and walk the Magnificent Mile for shopping, Starbucks Reserve, North Avenue Beach, Oak Street Beach

Rapid Fire:

Instagram-able spot: The Aliss, Beatnik

Pizza: Pequod’s Pizza

Chicago event: Old Town Art Fair

Coffee Shop: La Colombe

Wine & Cheese: City Winery

Best Season: Summer

Favorite rooftop: Cindy’s, London House Rooftop Bar

Local Business: Art Effect


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Jan 05, 202148:03
NASHVILLE, TN with Sarah Hammer

NASHVILLE, TN with Sarah Hammer

Tune in this week to get a second local lowdown dose in Nashville with @skhammer! Take us back! 


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Dec 31, 202039:36
SAVANNAH, GA with Niki Grant

SAVANNAH, GA with Niki Grant

Think you know all the cool spots in Savannah? Think again because this week we're getting a double dose and second POV with @simplynikibblog and getting the Lowcountry local lowdown... Savannah is always a good idea! 

SHOW NOTES

Where to stay: Historic District, Starland District

Where to eat: Flock to the Wok, Flying Monk Noodle Bar, Trailer Park, The Olde Pink House, 17Hundred90, Starland Yard, Little Duck Diner, Fox & Fig Cafe, Collins Quarter at Forsyth Park

Where to drink: Bohemian Hotel, Electric Moon, Baobab Lounge, Myrtle & Rose, The Peregrin, Perry Lane Hotel, McDonough’s Restaurant & Lounge, The Peacock Lounge

What to do: Walk through Forsyth Park and down Bull Street, ghost tours, walk/tour Bonaventure Cemetery, visit Plant Riverside (they have live music, pop-ups, etc.), walk all of Jones Street, SCAD Museum

RAPID FIRE

Most Instagram-able spot: Wormsloe

Best pizza joint: Vinnie Van GoGo’s

Favorite event: St. Patricks. Day, Picnic in the Park

Best season to visit: Fall, spring

Favorite coffee shop: Henny Penny Art Space and Cafe

Best wine & cheese bar: The Grove

Favorite rooftop bar: The Peregrine, Myrtle & Rose

Favorite local business: Savannah Bee Company, Satchel, E. Shaver, Mamie Ruth, The Paris Market (great for coffee too!)


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Dec 29, 202001:18:52
CHARLESTON, SC with Jaimie Dewberry

CHARLESTON, SC with Jaimie Dewberry

This week we're back in the Lowcountry talking with a very special guest, Jaimie Brown Dewberry (@jaimiedewberry) from The Dewberry Foundation and The Dewberry Hotel. We enjoyed getting the local lowdown in one of our favorite cities but we also loved getting to know Jaimie! 

SHOW NOTES

Where to eat: Chez Nous, Malagón, Mercado y Tapería, Raw 167, The Living Room, Harken Cafe, The Harbinger, Melfi’s, Leon’s, Little Jack’s Tavern

Where to drink: Citrus Club, The Living Room, Bin 152, Hall’s Steakhouse, Oak Steakhouse, Oku, The Daily

What to do: Gibbes Museum of Art, Aiken-Rhett House, Nathaniel Russell House, The Dewberry Spa

Design: Fritz Porter Design Collective, Antiques of South Windermere, Seventeen South Antiques, Wynsum Antiques & Interiors

Shopping: Hand in Clothing, James, Small Shoe, IBU

Rapid Fire:

Instagram-able spot: White Point Garden

Pizza: Baker’s Bar, Melfi’s, Monza

Charleston Event: SEWE, Charleston Antiques Show

Activity with Kids: Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry

Coffee Shop: Second State Coffee

Wine & Cheese: Goat Sheep Cow

Best Season: Spring / Fall

Favorite rooftop: Citrus Club


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Dec 22, 202001:09:33
2020 Holiday Gift Guide for your traveler friend with Katie & Steph
Dec 17, 202012:50
NYC HOLIDAY GUIDE with Bianca Bahamondes

NYC HOLIDAY GUIDE with Bianca Bahamondes

It's the most wonderful time of the year in the most wonderful city in the world! @biancabahamondes is here to share where the locals go and what they do in New York City! We may not be traveling but we've got some great places that deserve a bookmark from you! 

SHOW NOTES

Where to stay: The Lotte New York Palace, The William Vale Hotel NYC

Where to eat & drink: 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar, Mr. Purple, Eataly - Flat Iron, Pier 17, Rolfs (closed during covid-19), Oscar Wilde, Miracle on 9th Street, Sippin’ Santa (pop-up), Sunday in Brooklyn, Loreley Beer Garden, Kindred, Cafe du Soleil, Sushi Lab, City Winery, Levain Bakery

Favorite hot chocolate spots: MarieBelle, Maman NYC, Angelina Bakery NYC, Martha’s Country Bakery, Dominique Ansel Bakery, The Chocolate Room, Bibble and Sip, Blue Stripes

What to do: Iceskating-Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park Winter Village, The Rink at Brookfield Place, Vale Rink at The William Vale Hotel, Holiday Train Show at the New York Botanical Garden and lights and window displays all down Fifth Ave, Sak’s Light Show, Macy’s, LuminoCity, Dyker Heights (neighborhood)

Where to shop: Winter Village in Bryant Park, Virtual Grand Central Holiday Market, Brooklyn Flea


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Dec 15, 202046:50
ASHEVILLE, NC with Sarajane Case

ASHEVILLE, NC with Sarajane Case

We're going to western NC to visit Asheville, NC and get all the local approved places to stay, eat, drink and stay with @sarajanecase from @enneagramandcoffee! 


SHOW NOTES:

Where to stay: Hotel Indigo, Grove Park Inn, The Windsor

Where to eat: Cucina24, Chai Pani, Buxton Hall BBQ, All Souls Pizza, Sunny Point Cafe, Over Easy Cafe (only pop-up shops), Mayfel’s

Where to drink: Little Jumbo, Antidote, Rankin Vault Cocktail Lounge, Wicked Weed Funkatorium, Burial Beer, Highland Brewing Company The Montford Rooftop Bar, The Crow and Quill

What to do: Grove Park Inn, Grove Park Inn Spa, Biltmore Estate, LaZoom tour

Top 5 Coffee Shops: Farewell, High Five Coffee, Trade and Lore, Liberty House Coffee and Cafe, Summit Coffee Co.


Rapid Fire:

Instagrammable spot: Wall Street

Pizza: All Souls Pizza

Asheville Event: Bele Chere Festival

Coffee Shop: Liberty House Coffee and Cafe

Wine & Cheese: Sante

Best Season: Fall

Favorite rooftop: The Montford Rooftop Bar

Hiking Spot: Craggy Gardens

Local Business: High Five Coffee


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Dec 10, 202033:23
RALEIGH, NC with Elyssa Nastalski

RALEIGH, NC with Elyssa Nastalski

Join us as we dive in and get the local lowdown from @elyssanastalski in one of our favorite cities, Raleigh, NC! We hope you smile as much as we did during this interview!


Where to stay: Airbnbs in Oakwood, Guest House Raleigh

Where to eat: Stanbury, Second Empire, Iris, Poole’s Diner

Where to drink: Fox Liquor Bar, The Atlantic Lounge, Watts & Ward, Stir

What to do: NC Museum of Art, NC Farmer’s Market


Rapid Fire

Most instagram-able: Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing (Boylan Bridge)

Best Pizza: Oakwood Pizza Box

Favorite Event: SPCA Fur Ball, NC State Fair

Favorite Coffee Shop: Third Place, Cultivate

Best wine & cheese: Vita Vite

Best Season: Fall

Best Rooftop Bar: Taverna Agora, Jolie

Favorite Local Business: Deco & Dogwood Country Club


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referred to in this episode.”

Dec 08, 202047:45
NASHVILLE, TN with Natasha Stoneking

NASHVILLE, TN with Natasha Stoneking

Nashville's Native Natasha Stoneking shares her top picks for where to stay, eat, drink and what to do in Tennessee's capital city! She brings the energy and you don't want to miss this one! 

SHOW NOTES: 

Where to stay: Graduate Hot Nashville, Noelle - The Downtown Nashville Hotel, The Joseph, Bobby Hotel, JW Marriott Nashville, The Westin Nashville, Omni Nashville Hotel

Where to eat: Kayne Prime Steakhouse, Moto, 5th & Taylor, The Loveless Cafe, Five Daughters Bakery, Tavern, The Pfunky Griddle, Margot Cafe & Bar, Deacon’s New South Merchant’s, Pinewood Social, Hattie B’s - Best Fried Chicken, Adele’s, Mockingbird, Kitchen Notes (Temporarily closed - Best brunch)

Where to drink: Patterson House, Tavern, The Optimist, Rare Bird, L.A. Jackson

What to do: Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, Frist Art Museum, Adventure Science Center (great for kids), Topgolf, Arrington Vineyards, Parthenon in Centennial Park

Must visit places on Broadway: Tootsie’s and Legends

Rapid Fire:
Most Instagram-able spot: 12 South

Best Pizza: MAFIAoZA’s

Nashville Event: Steeplechase, CMA Fest, Jason Isbell’s Week Annual Concert at The Ryman

Coffee Shop: Barista Parlour

Wine and Cheese Shop: Brentwood Wine & Spirits, Barcelona Wine Bar

Best season: Fall

Rooftop Bar: L.A. Jackson

Local Business: The Mill Boutique, ABLE, The Perfect Pair, Vinnie Louise

Best BBQ: Martin’s and Edley’s

Dessert Spot: Mare Bulles (bring back the strawberry cheesecake cake!), Jeni’s Ice Cream, Legendairy Milkshake Bar


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Dec 01, 202022:06
CHARLESTON, SC with Helen Hall

CHARLESTON, SC with Helen Hall

Join us as we get the local lowdown in Charleston, SC with a focus on Mt. Pleasant with Helen Hall

Follow her at @hushupandhustle, @blenderbombs, @80x20market, @hustlesmoothiebar, @hustle_at_home, @tipsyspritzers

SHOW NOTES

WHERE TO STAY: Post House Inn, Hotel Bella Grace, Zero George Inn

WHERE TO EAT: Obstinate Daughter, Post House, 167 Raw, Bon Bahn Mi, The Harbinger, Pickled Palate, Community Table, The Daily

WHERE TO DRINK: Home Team, Baba’s, Graft Wine Shop, Leeah’s Old Village Wine Shop

WHAT TO DO: Day drink at Shem Creek-Nico’s & Saltwater Cowboys, Holy City Ghost Tour, Walk around Old Village in Mt. Pleasant & Downtown, Park Circle in North Charleston

RAPID FIRE

Pizza: Coastal Crust

Coffee, Brown Fox, Second State

Wine & Cheese: Leeahs Wine Shop, Graft Wine Shop

Event: SEWE, New Year’s

Season: Fall

Local Business: Hustle Smoothie Bar, Mercantile & Mash

Rooftop Spot: The Vendue

Smoothie Shop: Hustle Smoothie Bar

Local Retail Shop: Bennie and Coco, Gwynn’s, L’ABEYE (online)


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Nov 24, 202034:42
CHARLOTTE, NC with Miranda Mounts

CHARLOTTE, NC with Miranda Mounts

We're getting the local lowdown from @wheretoeatcharlotte! She'll share where to eat, drink, stay and what to do in this Queen City! 


SHOW NOTES:

Dunhill Hotel & The Asbury

Where to stay--

Budget-friendly: Airbnb in Uptown or Southend

Splurge: The Ballantyne, Grand Bohemian Hotel, The Kimpton

Where to eat-- Stagioni, Good Food on Montford, Peppervine, Soul Gastrolounge, Flour Shop, Snooze, Barcelona Wine Bar, Lincoln Kitchen & Cocktail, Moosehead Grill, Leroy Fox, The Goodyear House, Living Kitchen, Fern

Where to drink-- Dot Dot Dot, The Crunkleton, Idlewild, The Suffolk Punch, Sycamore Brewing - Beer Garden, Queen Park Social, Merchant & Trade

What to do-- Topgolf, Windy Hill Orchard & Cidery, Hiking at Crowders Mountain, US National Whitewater Center


Rapid fire--
Instagrammable spot: Fahrenheit Charlotte & The Confetti Hearts Wall

Pizza: Inizio

Charlotte Event: Tuck Fest at US National Whitewater Center

Coffee shop: Community Matters Cafe

Wine & Cheese: The Loyalist Market, Craft Tasting Room and Growler Shop, Dot Dot Dot

Rooftop Bar: Fahrenheit Charlotte, Grand Bohemian Hotel

Local Business: The Batchmaker, Charlotte Sugar Rush, Honeybear Bake Shop


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Nov 17, 202028:05
SAVANNAH, GA with Sarah Tahami

SAVANNAH, GA with Sarah Tahami

Join us as we interview Sarah Tahami (@savvysipsandsights) and get the local lowdown (aka live like locals and don't look like a tourist) in Lowcountry, Savannah! 


SHOW NOTES:

Where to eat--

Collin’s Quarter

The Wyld Dock Bar

Flock to the Wok

The Peacock Lounge

Leopold’s

Pizzeria Vittoria Napoletana

Mirabelle’s

The Emporium

Starland Yards

Where to drink--

Electric Moon

Myrtle & Rose

Top Deck

Peregrin

Savannah Cheese Boards

Local Business-- Capitals Bee


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Nov 09, 202028:16