Episodes

  • Sedona, Arizona: Hiking trails and haunted ghost towns
    Apr 20 2025
    S12:E8 – In this final episode of the “Middle of Nowhere” season, Jamin and Hilarie getaway to Sedona, Arizona, which is known for its gorgeous red rock landscape and relaxing vibes. They also make time to travel to a nearby mountain town called Jerome, one of the most haunted towns in America. Hear about the big history behind this creepy little place in this podcast episode. For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E8 Hiking in Sedona (+ a visit to its haunted neighbor)) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/QvdoLYNthNA) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season. Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at travelfomopodcast@gmail.com. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast. ____ Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Travel FOMO on social media: Instagram: www.instagram.com/travelfomopodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/travelfomopodcast TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@travelfomopodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/@travelfomopodcast
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    40 mins
  • Grand Canyon: Dad, Mom and Dog 👫🐕
    Apr 2 2025
    S12:E7 – Whether you’re making it a short pit stop on a road trip or planning an overnight hiking extravaganza, the Grand Canyon always packs a punch. It’s a land of extreme depths, extreme heat and extreme cold. In this episode of Travel FOMO, Jamin and Hilarie bring their dog, Maggie, along for the ride. For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E7 Grand Canyon’s South Rim | Road Trip with Our Dog 🐕) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/Q-ftfdyt3Fg) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season. Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at travelfomopodcast@gmail.com. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast. ____ Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Travel FOMO on social media: Instagram: www.instagram.com/travelfomopodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/travelfomopodcast TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@travelfomopodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/@travelfomopodcast
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    30 mins
  • Vegas: All-You-Can-Eat Thanksgiving at The Wynn in Vegas
    Mar 15 2025
    S12:E6 – In this episode of the Middle of Nowhere season, Jamin and Hilarie revisit an old favorite, Las Vegas. They will tell you what keeps them coming back and what it’s like to visit Vegas by RV. Filmed in November 2022, this adventure includes ice skating on the strip and a Thanksgiving feast at the best buffet in Vegas served up by the world famous Wynn Casino. They’ll give you your Vegas playbook so you can plan your next trip to the desert. For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E6 Buffet, Baby! Our Thanksgiving at The Wynn in Vegas) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/LsH8uo5C0tA) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season. Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at travelfomopodcast@gmail.com. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast. ____ Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Travel FOMO on social media: Instagram: www.instagram.com/travelfomopodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/travelfomopodcast TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@travelfomopodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/@travelfomopodcast
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    34 mins
  • Boulder City: The City That Built Hoover Dam
    Mar 7 2025
    S12:E5 – If you’ll be hitting up the Hoover Dam any time soon, you’re probably wondering, “But what else is there to do there?” Fortunately, this modern marvel is just minutes away from a hidden gem – Boulder City, Nevada. Residents call it “the best city in Nevada” – and for good reason. Tune in to find out more about Boulder City and Hoover Dam (like how many bodies are buried within the concrete…). To see the colorful vibes and friendly faces of Nevada, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E5 Hoover Dam + the city that built it) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/6GQyzQ49RaE) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season. Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at travelfomopodcast@gmail.com. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast. ____ Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Travel FOMO on social media: Instagram: www.instagram.com/travelfomopodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/travelfomopodcast TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@travelfomopodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/@travelfomopodcast
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    27 mins
  • Joshua Tree National Park: Where Giant Sloths Used to Roam
    Feb 23 2025
    S12:E4 – Jamin and Hilarie are back in the middle of nowhere as they discuss their time in Joshua Tree National Park. You’ll hear all about the park, their favorite hiking trails and why this park is so popular. They will also discuss the challenges of “dry camping” in the desert, how they handled the cold winter nights and what surprised them the most about this epic park. For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E4 Joshua Tree’s best hiking trails) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/fEs1xJYqax4) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season. Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at travelfomopodcast@gmail.com. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast. ____ Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Travel FOMO on social media: Instagram: www.instagram.com/travelfomopodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/travelfomopodcast TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@travelfomopodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/@travelfomopodcast
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    27 mins
  • Phoenix, Arizona: A Look Over the Rim of the World
    Feb 9 2025
    S12:E3 – This episode of Travel FOMO focuses on Jamin and Hilarie’s Phoenix finds – including some opportunities for some excellent views – from hiking to touring homes. Their dog-friendly hike along the Pima Wash Trail gave them a glimpse of the classic Saguaro cacti. Photo opp! They topped it off with a tour of Taliesin West, the unique winter home of architect Frank Lloyd Wright. For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E3 Hiking in Phoenix (+ a tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s home) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/9I0U5Jbux3Q) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season. Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at travelfomopodcast@gmail.com. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast. ____ Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Travel FOMO on social media: Instagram: www.instagram.com/travelfomopodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/travelfomopodcast TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@travelfomopodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/@travelfomopodcast
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    31 mins
  • Carlsbad Caverns: Big Cave = Less Claustrophobic?
    Jan 26 2025
    S12:E2 – The bigger the cave, the less claustrophobia…in theory. In this episode of the Travel FOMO podcast, Jamin and Hilarie discuss their time in Carlsbad, New Mexico. This gap year adventure makes them a bit claustrophobic — in the massive cave at the center of Carlsbad Caverns National Park. They also retell a creepy story of a mercy killing that took place within the park. For more context, check out the video that accompanies this podcast (S12:E2 Carlsbad Caverns | A big cave that feels really small…) on YouTube (https://youtu.be/Ka_xkJkwNl8) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season. Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at travelfomopodcast@gmail.com. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast. ____ Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Travel FOMO on social media: Instagram: www.instagram.com/travelfomopodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/travelfomopodcast TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@travelfomopodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/@travelfomopodcast
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    29 mins
  • Marfa, Texas: What we would’ve done if we hadn’t had COVID… 😷
    Jan 11 2025
    S12:E1 – COVID caught us. And right in the middle of Gap Year! This episode takes you through our journey of testing, hibernating and recovering from COVID in October 2022. Fortunately, there were no complications, and we made it back on the road – arriving to Marfa, one of Texas’ most unique ghost towns with a supernatural twist to it. Tune in to hear about experiences, including our own footage of the mysterious Marfa Lights. To see our Marfa Lights footage, check out the video that accompanies this podcast – S12:E1 Travel plans interrupted by COVID 😷 (+ What we DIDN’T do in Marfa) – on YouTube (https://youtu.be/lZM5d7n-RGs) as part of our “Middle of Nowhere” season. Send us your feedback and thoughts via email at travelfomopodcast@gmail.com. Have your own travel story? Attach a voice memo to your email, and you could hear your own voice in a future episode of the podcast. ____ Travel FOMO is hosted by a husband and wife duo, Jamin and Hilarie Houghton. Learn more about them at www.travelfomopodcast.com. Subscribe to Travel FOMO in two different ways: (1) Watch their adventures on YouTube and (2) Follow audibly from wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Travel FOMO on social media: Instagram: www.instagram.com/travelfomopodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/travelfomopodcast TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@travelfomopodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/@travelfomopodcast
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    34 mins