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Sunshine Travelers Podcast

Sunshine Travelers Podcast

By: Scott and Melissa Barronton
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 Real Travel Tips, Bucket List Inspiration, and the Confidence to Book the Trip and Go! Ready to travel more and better? The Sunshine Travelers Podcast is your go-to travel podcast for real-world travel tips, inspiring stories, and expert guidance to help you plan extraordinary trips, with less stress and more joy. Hosted by real travelers Scott and Melissa Barronton, this podcast is built for midlife travelers and couples looking to finally take that dream trip—whether it’s a luxury safari in Kenya, a scenic train journey or walk through Europe, a coastal road trip in the US, or that dream cruise. Each weekly episode features: • Bucket list destination guides (think places like Italy, Iceland, South Africa, Greece, & more) • Practical tips on packing, planning, and using points & miles • Curated itineraries with hidden gems & local insights • Interviews with experienced travelers and travel pros • Travel hacks that save you time, money, and overwhelm • Travel Deals that are too good to pass up From avoiding overtourism, finding the best-value travel deals, traveling to new places and in new ways, this podcast helps you navigate every stage of your journey. They believe travel should be meaningful, memorable, and attainable, no matter where you’re starting from and they help you do just that. Follow the show and join them each week as they help you stop dreaming and start booking.© 2025 Sunshine Travelers Personal Development Personal Success Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
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  • Episode 142 - Discovering Malaysia: Insider Tips on Kuala Lumpur and Penang with Colin + Meg

    Episode 142 - Discovering Malaysia: Insider Tips on Kuala Lumpur and Penang with Colin + Meg
    Oct 21 2025
    Many thanks to our friends Colin + Meg for coming on the show again to share his love and knowledge of Malaysia with us. Please follow them on Instagram at @colinandmeg and @dailystepswithmeg, as well as on their YouTube channel, @colinandmeg, where they share their experiences traveling the world with Airbnb as the world reopened post-pandemic to places like Malaysia, Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, the UK, Hawaii, and many more. Their joy and sense of adventure and wanderlust are contagious. Episode Overview Explore Malaysia beyond the tourist trail. In this episode, we sit down with Colin & Meg to uncover local insights, can’t-miss foods, cultural tips, and how to explore Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and beyond like an insider. Its neighbors often overshadow Malaysia, but this culturally rich, flavor-packed country deserves its own spotlight. In this episode, we’re joined by returning guests Colin and Meg, this time with a deeply personal twist. Colin grew up in Malaysia and shares his insider knowledge, while Meg offers her perspective as a traveler and now family member immersed in the culture. Together, they help us plan for our own upcoming stops in Kuala Lumpur and Penang — and inspire us to look deeper, eat well, and travel more mindfully. 🎙️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode What makes Malaysia so unique (and underrated!) Colin’s ultimate Malaysian food list — and why every visit is one long food tour What to do in Kuala Lumpur (hint: temples, towers, and city vibes) Why Penang is the food capital — and the best way to taste your way through it Off-the-beaten-path ideas in Borneo: Orangutans, pygmy elephants, overwater bungalows, and jungle safaris How shopping malls are cultural hubs — and where to find the best local eats Tips for tourists: cultural respect, curiosity, and how to connect meaningfully Colin’s Must-Try Malaysian Foods You’ll hear a deeper explanation in the episode, but here’s your cheat sheet: Nasi Lemak – coconut rice, sambal, curry (yes, for breakfast!) Char Kway Teow – Penang-style fried rice noodles Curry Mee – spicy noodle soup Chicken Rice – simple, savory, and iconic Dim Sum – especially for breakfast Roti Canai – flaky Indian-style bread with curry Satay – grilled meat skewers with peanut sauce Teh Tarik – sweet Malaysian pulled tea Samosas & Street Snacks – grab-and-go gems in Penang Hawker Stall Favorites – always ask the locals for the best ones! 🧭 Planning Your Visit to Malaysia Kuala Lumpur: Explore temples, city landmarks, and shopping malls Eat at hidden hawker stalls and local food courts Visit Petronas Towers, Batu Caves, and local neighborhoods Penang (Georgetown): Walkable, full of colonial charm and street art Home to Michelin guide street food Best explored on foot or via a food tour Borneo/Sabah: Visit orangutan sanctuaries and river safaris See pygmy elephants and rare wildlife Stay in overwater bungalows or riverside lodges Climb Mount Kinabalu or explore coral reefs in Sipadan What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes (for hawker-hopping) Lightweight clothing (hot + humid!) Modest options for temples and rural areas Insulated Reusable water bottle + cash for food courts Big appetite and adventurous spirit! How to Connect with Colin & Meg: Website: ColinandMeg.com Instagram: @colinandmeg YouTube: @colinandmeg 🎧 Links & Resources ✈️ Plan your trip with us: sunxtravel.com 📍 Listen to: Episode 140 – Planning for Lombok, Indonesia 🍲 Want help planning an itinerary? Reach out to us — we’d love to help! 💬 Love This Episode? Leave us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple or Spotify! It helps others find the show and supports our mission to help you travel more and better.
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    50 mins
  • Episode 141 - Travel Deals Thursday - Japan to Alaska, St Lucia, 12 Day Caribbean

    Episode 141 - Travel Deals Thursday - Japan to Alaska, St Lucia, 12 Day Caribbean
    Oct 16 2025
    9 mins
  • Episode 140 - Lombok, Indonesia: What Bali Was Like Before the Crowds

    Episode 140 - Lombok, Indonesia: What Bali Was Like Before the Crowds
    Oct 14 2025
    30 mins
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