Your favorite sister duo chats with their guest Mia, who shares about her experience living in Japan. She discusses cultural nuances, travel tips, and hidden gems across the country outside of the top tourist destinations. Whether you're planning your first trip or dreaming of long-term stays, you’ll find valuable advice to enhance your journey.

Japan recommendations:

Activities:

• Takayama (Japanese Alps)
• Kanazawa (for art lovers)
• Wakayama (beaches and Sandanbeki Caves)
• Hokkaido (for nature lovers, skiing, Sapporo (beer), Otaru (music boxes, canals))
• Kyoto (traditional temples and shrines, bamboo forest, matcha)
• Osaka (comedy, great food scene)
• Onsen (do your research)
• Karaoke
• Izakaya
• Purikura (Photo booth)
• Kaitenzushi (Conveyer belt sushi)
• Festival food and researching interesting local festivals
• Anything from the vending machine
• Tea ceremony
• Donki (Don Quijote, but most just say Donki): Japanese pharmacy for some great products
• Get an omikuji (fortune)
• Shinkansen (Bullet train)

Helpful Resources

• Book, Learning to Bow
• Klook: booking transport and activities
• Tabelog: restaurants
• Suica app: tap to pay for public transport and vending machines
• Rail Pass: public transport

Music & Show Recs

• Hana Yori Dango (Boys over flowers)
• Any Miyazaki film (Spirited Away & Kiki’s Delivery Service, and My neighbor Totoro)
• Music (My personal favorites): Radwimps, Mitsume, One Ok Rock, For Tracy Hyde
• Terrace House is helpful when learning Japanese

Language Resources

• Italki (good for continued practice)
• Pimsleur - great for travelers
• HelloTalk (Essentially a social media app for language exchange)
• Genki books (grammar)
• Jdramas/Movies

Helpful Phrases

• Arigatou Gozaimasu (Thank You)
• Sumimasen (Excuse me/ Sorry)
• ……. doko desu ka? (Where is….)
• Betsu Betsu /Isho...Ishouni (Separate / Together) Used when paying bills.
• Koko de / ommochikaeri (For here/ Takeaway) Often used in Starbucks or other fast food restaurants and coffee shops.
• .....desu ka (phrases that end this way are always a question)
• Eigo no menu ga arimasuka? (Is there an English menu?)
• Onegaishimasu / Kudasai (Please)
• Konnichiwa / Konbanwa (Good morning / Good evening )
• Oishi / oishikatta desu (Delicious / That was delicious)

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Your favorite sister duo chats with their guest Anna about her transformative travel life and her immersive, off-the-beaten-path trip to Albania. Anna shares how she pivoted from a traditional career path to teaching abroad, later becoming a digital nomad based in Madrid, and how travel—and especially solo travel—reshaped her outlook. The core of the conversation focuses on Albania: how a last-minute, budget-friendly trip became a vivid, life-affirming experience in Tirana and the mountain town of Berat, the country’s landscapes, people, culture, food, and logistics. Anna also offers practical tips for travelers exploring Albania (and similar destinations) and reflects on the joy of slow travel.

Albania Recommendations:

Hostels:

• Tirana: Vanilla Sky Boutique Hostel
• Berat: Berat Backpackers Hostel

Restaurants

Tirana:

• Where the hostel was (Blloku area) had tons of good restaurants
• HANA Corner Cafe: coffee and breakfast
• Eja Restaurant: traditional food in quiet spot
• Odas Garden: beautiful terrace / patio

Berat:

• Friendly House: great views
• Homemade Food Lili: literal home-cooking
• Gorica area has beautiful restaurants and look-out bars

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Your favorite sister duo goes back to their OG days for an episode with just Halle and Kelcy. They start the episode by marveling over the 9 Power Principles of the Blue Zones, five areas of the world known for vitality and longevity. Then Kelcy shares about her recent trip to Aruba and why it is called “One Happy Island”. She gives recommendations on where to stay vs. where not to stay, must-do activities, and must-try restaurants. They discuss how Aruba’s predictable weather and location outside of the hurricane belt make it a reliable Caribbean destination. Don’t underestimate Aruba’s small size; there is a vast amount to do so it is a 100% MUST to venture outside of your resort!

Aruba Recommendations:

Beaches/Hotel Zones:

• Palm Beach (main hotel zone) - Marriott Stellaris Resort & Casino
• Eagle/Manchebo/Divi Beach

Restaurants:

• Koal
• Faro Blanco
• Papiamento
• Zeerover
• Eduardo’s Beach Shack
• Apotek Speakeasy
• Lima Bistro
• Ever
• Madame Janette
• Flying Fishbone
• Old Man and the Sea

Activities:

• Turtle snorkeling (Tres Trapi Beach)
• Arikok National Park
• Westpunt Trail (North end)
• Spa del Sol
• Ola Gallery
• Aloe Vera Factory
• Consider Flamingo Island - we didn’t do this but is a popular thing to do

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Your favorite sister duo chats with their guest, Jenna, to recap her bucket-list trip to Australia — from iconic city moments to rugged outback adventures. Jenna shares about her time exploring Sydney, Melbourne, the Great Ocean Road, the Mornington Peninsula, and Uluru. They dive into what it’s really like to fly halfway across the world (including a jet lag “Fly Kit” hack that actually worked), the magic of seeing an opera inside the Sydney Opera House, sunrise runs along Apollo Bay, glow worms in the forest, penguins at sunset, and the unforgettable “Sound of Silence” dinner experience under desert skies. Jenna also shares practical tips on road tripping the Great Ocean Road, navigating Australia’s laid-back culture (no tipping!), must-try foods like chicken salt and Tim Tams, and why Australia feels familiar — yet bigger, wilder, and more expansive than anywhere she’s been before. If you’re dreaming of dramatic coastlines, wildlife encounters, and a perfectly balanced mix of adventure and culture, this episode is your Australia starter guide.

Australia Recommendations:

Sydney

• See a performance inside the Sydney Opera House — not just a photo stop.
• Blue Mountains
• Grand Canyon
• Wentworth Falls

Melbourne

• Drive the Great Ocean Road (take a few days to do this!)
• Apollo Bay is a good town to stop in
• Must see spots:
• Twelve Apostles
• Cape Otway Lightstation
• The Grotto
• London Bridge
• Melba Gully (glowworms!)
• Queen Victoria Market

Phillip Island: see the Penguin Parade!

Mornington Peninsula

• Thermal pools
• Local wineries
• Consider taking the ferry to get here from Queenstown
• Point Nepean National Park
• Moonlit Sanctuary to pet/feed native Australian animals

Uluru & The Outback

• Ayers Rock Resort
• The “Sounds of Silence” dinner under the stars
• See Kata Tjuta

Food to Try

• Fresh seafood
• Flat whites
• Tim Tams
• Anything with chicken salt!

Flykitt to avoid jetlag!

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Your favorite sister duo gets the opportunity to chat with their guest, Júlia, who shares about her experience growing up in Brazil. She gives a local’s perspective on where to stay, what to do, and what to avoid. Júlia also delves into Brazilian cuisine, highlighting must-try dishes, and shares insights on cultural differences between Brazil and the US. She addresses safety concerns and misconceptions about Brazil, emphasizing the warmth and hospitality of its people.

Brazil Recommendations:

Where to stay:

• São Paulo: Pinheiros, Higienópolis, Vila Madalena.
• Rio de Janeiro: South Zone (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon), Búzios
• Beach towns: Salvador, Natal, and Fortaleza.

Activities:

• Have a beach day (a must)!
• Amazon Rainforest
• Pantanal (wildlife)
• Iguaçu Falls
• Sugarloaf Mountain
• Christ the Redeemer
• Lençóis Maranhenses (natural pools among white sand dunes)

Food:

• All-you-can-eat Brazilian barbecue restaurant (churrascaria)
• Breakfast at a local bakery (make sure you get coffee!)
• Feijoada, a traditional bean stew
• Brazilian stroganoff
• Pirajá: restaurant in São Paulo for traditional Brazilian food

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Your favorite sister duo is back for another Valentine’s Day special episode. After recapping our weekend together and discussing our own Valentine’s Day plans, we share listener-submitted stories about love and travel; think travel mishaps with your significant other, engagement stories, and more. We also share results from our recent instagram poll about travel preferences, honeymoon insights, and bucket list destinations. Sending all our love to each of you this Valentine’s Day! 💕

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Your favorite sister duo chats with their guest, Blayre, about her solo travel experience in The Land Of Fire and Ice, aka, Iceland. Hear about Iceland’s stunning waterfalls, black sand beaches and the vibrant city of Reykjavik. Blayre gives her must-do recommendations and shares about glacier hikes, soaking in the Blue Lagoon, and tasting local delicacies (fermented shark, anyone?). Whether you're planning a trip or just dreaming of adventure, this episode offers a captivating glimpse into one of the world's most fascinating destinations.

Iceland Recommendations:

Activities:

• Blue Lagoon
• Golden Circle Tour
• Kerid Crater
• Almannagjá Gorge in Þingvellir National Park (tectonic plates)
• Gullfoss Falls
• South Coast Tour
• Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
• Glacier Sólheimajökull hike
• Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
• Skógafoss Waterfall
• Snaefellsness Peninsula
• Kirkjufell Mountain in Grundarfjörður Village (featured in Game of Thrones)
• Snæfellsjökull National Park
• Arnarstapi Cliff Walk / Gatklettur Sea Arch

Eats:

• Hot dog stands! (Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur, Viking Pylsur)
• Fermented shark
• Skyr

Stay: Hotel Leifur Eiríksson (Reykjavik)

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Your favorite sister duo chats with their guest, Hanna, who shares about her recent trip to Scotland with her sisters, detailing their adventures in Edinburgh and the Isle of Skye. They explored iconic sites, experienced an overnight train, designed handbags, and tasted local cuisine, including haggis and whiskey. Hanna provides insights into travel tips, accommodations, and cultural differences, making it a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to visit Scotland.

Scotland Recommendations:

Edinburgh:

• Writers’ Museum (free!)
• Visit Dean Village
• Hike Arthur’s Seat
• Walk the Royal Mile
• Browse Victoria’s Street
• Islander: Make your own tartan handbag!
• Ride the Jacobite Steam Train - the famous Harry Potter viaduct route through the highlands

Isle of Skye

• Old Man of Storr
• Quiraing
• Fairy Glen
• Book local transport instead of organized tours - look up Kat!
• Stay at the Skye Inn

Food/Drink:

• Haggis (or opt for vegan haggis at Makars Mash)
• Whiskey - do a tasting!

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