Imagination Travel & Tips

One of the most stressful things about traveling is accommodations.  There is such a variety, and each trip has different requirements.  In this podcast, I discuss various tips to help in making that part of your trip as pleasant as possible.  

When we leave the comfort and perceived safety of our home, and we stay somewhere else, we need to feel safe.  This podcast talks about safety tips, specifically in hotels and home rentals.  

So many rules in travel, right?  This podcast talks about things you should not do, along with warnings on some things.  Some of the don'ts involve common sense, but some may be things you never thought of.  

In this episode, we dive into the deeper contrasts between solo travel and traveling with a companion.  Each style offers its own unique pros & cons- no one-size-fits-all here! Whether you're weighing your options or simply reflecting on your current style of travel, this short podcast offers insight to help you better understand which travel style fits your personality.

Are you a spontaneous traveler or do you plan every aspect of a trip?  Listen to this podcast to hear the pros and cons of both types of travel. Traveling opens up our world to new experiences. See if you can bend a little to be the opposite of your nature.  

Who would have thought there would be so many rules just to get on a cruise ship for the vacation of a lifetime?  Arm yourself with some of the rules with this podcast, just so your vacation of a lifetime doesn't end in disaster before it's even begun!   What are the rules and dos and don'ts?  Take a listen!

Podcast #22 is all about the first and last day of a cruise, what you should expect, things you may not be aware of.  

Almost all cruises are the same, so what do you need to do before the fun starts?  There's the first day things you should know.  And the last day things you should know.  The information in this podcast will help you so you are a little more comfortable, and if you've sailed before, there are some tips you may not know!

You've decided to take a cruise, but now, which cruise line and which cruise ship?  And which cabin?  Don't let it intimidate you.  Listen to this podcast to help you understand the choices.

There are so many things to say about cruises, so let's dig in with the first podcast in a series, Introduction to Cruises.  Whether you're a seasoned cruiser or a beginner, you'll enjoy this one.  I talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly.  

Listen to my tips on how to spot a pickpocket, and what to do if you suspect you're about to be a target.  In this podcast, you'll hear my story and I recapped my interview with a pickpocket who lives in Rome and what he looks for.  

Traveling with family and friends, boy can it be fun!  But it can also be stressful, even though it doesn't have to be.  Listen to this (short) podcast for some tips to make this adventure enjoyable, like travel should be.  

Ever wonder about superstitions around the world?  There are some odd ones out there for sure!  And mannerisms that may seem normal to you could be offensive to others.  Listen to this podcast to have a little chuckle and learn a thing or two about other parts of the world!

Want to know how to travel for free or close to it?  How to take advantage of upgrades?  In this podcast, I talk about how I've been able to travel for free, get free upgrades, save money so I can keep doing what I love to do.   Take a listen to this short podcast to get some ideas to help you in the future.  Remember, little savings here and there add up!

It's confusing, the difference between TSA, Global Entry, Clear and Nexus.  Which one(s) do you need?   And it's confusing to know what you can take in your carry-on luggage.  Can you take a liquid-filled lollipop on the plane?  What about chocolate-covered cherries?  Deer antlers? This episode will clear up any and (most) all confusion!  

Listen to this podcast to hear some of the funny and serious ways people are rude when they travel, whether they mean to be or  not.  Loud talkers, being late, not being clean, ill-mannered children and much, much more.  Listen to the end to hear the #1 complaint (and grossest) of all!

Who, what, where, when, why???  Tipping is so confusing!  Do you tip this one and not the other?  What determines your criteria for tipping?  In this SHORT podcast, I discuss various industries where tipping is expected, how much, and I ask the tough questions!    

How many things can go wrong when travel?  In this episode, I address as many as I can think of, how to prevent them ahead of time as best as we can, and what to do if they occur.  I talk about things such as: Flight cancellations Getting lost Getting mugged Losing your phone Getting sick (food poisoning, Covid, jellyfish stings, bug bites and more) Jet lag Getting caught in demonstrations/terrorist activities Baggage getting lost Not speaking the language Emotions Missing a flight- your fault or the airlines' fault

Traveling is stressful, even the fun travels!  To help alleviate some of the stress, listen to this podcast and avoid some mistakes at the airport.  Even the small things, like having all your gadgets in one place, knowing what to have ready to remove or show the TSA agent, all these things will help you be less stressed.

Have you ever heard someone say it's a necessity to pack such and such and wondered, really?  How did I get by before without packing that?  Or, if you're not quite yet an experienced traveler, do you wonder what to pack and don't really question some of the things you hear about? This podcast rears up against those ridiculous suggestions and challenges the listener to dispute the validity of some of the things we've heard are a necessity.  Do you really need a highlighter?  Do you need clothes pins?  A shoe cleaning kit?   Listen and see what Imagination Travel and Tips has to say about these, and other, things.  Leave your feedback, whether you agree or disagree.