Unscaled Travel Show
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Unscaled isn’t about bucket lists — it’s about tearing them up.
Each week, travel journalist Jeremy Long and his co-explorer Amy take you beyond the guidebooks and into the real, raw, ridiculous side of travel. From late-night tacos in Vegas to getting lost in back alleys in Osaka, this is the show for anyone who craves curiosity, chaos, and the kind of stories you can’t plan for.
Pack your bags — and the umbrella — it’s gonna get weird.
Each week, travel journalist Jeremy Long and his co-explorer Amy take you beyond the guidebooks and into the real, raw, ridiculous side of travel. From late-night tacos in Vegas to getting lost in back alleys in Osaka, this is the show for anyone who craves curiosity, chaos, and the kind of stories you can’t plan for.
Pack your bags — and the umbrella — it’s gonna get weird.
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From the giants you already know to the ones you absolutely should — and a few that have no business existing but are completely wonderful — Jeremy and Amy take you through America's most extraordinary festivals worth building a trip around. Texas State Fair, Coachella, Burning Man get their moment, then the show goes deeper: BottleRock Napa Valley, the Poteet Strawberry Festival, Southern Smoke in Houston, Jazz Fest in New Orleans, the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, SXSW, and more. Plus — the Only-in-America Weird tier: Roswell's UFO Festival, Frozen Dead Guy Days in Colorado, the Great Fruitcake Toss, and West Virginia's Mothman Festival. America does festivals like nobody else. This is proof.____________________________________S04 Ep151____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
Episode 150. To mark the milestone — and America's 250th birthday — we're doing something fitting: talking about the roads that built this country. From the Lincoln Highway, the first coast-to-coast road ever built, to Route 66 at 100 years old, to some of the most unreasonable and beautiful drives on the planet. Highway 1 along the California coast, the Southwest Loop through canyon country, the Natchez Trace and Blue Ridge Parkway, and a final segment dedicated to the roads that are worth a trip all by themselves — Going-to-the-Sun Road, the Overseas Highway, the Hana Highway, and more. If you've ever wanted a road trip list worth keeping, this is the episode.____________________________________S04 Ep150____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode, we're breaking down what Atlantis Paradise Island is really like for first-time visitors. From navigating the massive resort layout to surviving Aquaventure, understanding the family factor, and getting through Nassau customs without headaches, we cover the practical details you actually need. We also touch on the famous Bridge Suite and a few lesser-known facts about one of the Caribbean’s most recognizable resorts.____________________________________S04 Ep149____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
This week on the Unscaled Travel Show, we’re heading just northeast of Las Vegas to Valley of Fire State Park — Nevada’s oldest state park and one of the most visually wild landscapes in the Southwest.We’re breaking down what the park actually is, how it’s laid out, the essential stops and hikes to prioritize, and how to plan a visit without rushing through the best parts or underestimating desert realities. From Fire Wave and White Domes to ancient petroglyphs and the ghost town of St. Thomas nearby, this is your clear, first-time visitor guide to doing Valley of Fire the right way.____________________________________S04 Ep148____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of Unscaled, we head to northeastern Arizona for a first-timer’s guide to Petrified Forest National Park — how it was created, why it was protected, and how to experience it without rushing past what matters. We break down the Painted Desert, the park’s best short trails, and the human history etched into stone, then zoom out to the surrounding stretch of Route 66, including Holbrook and Meteor Crater. Deep time, roadside Americana, and a literal hole in the Earth, all in one drive.____________________________________S04 Ep147____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
We’re closing out our Essentials series with the thing that ties it all together: food. This episode looks at the regional flavors and iconic eats that define the United States — how Tex-Mex, Indigenous desert cuisine, Cajun cooking, barbecue, and classic American dishes came to be, and how certain cities helped turn local food into national habits.It’s a travel-forward celebration of taste, place, and identity. No rankings, no lectures — just how America actually eats, and why that matters.____________________________________S04 Ep146____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
From national parks and iconic engineering to incredible beaches, unreal landscapes, and classic road trips, this episode breaks down the ultimate U.S. travel bucket list.As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, we’re celebrating the places that make traveling America unforgettable.____________________________________S04 Ep145____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In celebration of the United States' 250th birthday, we’re kicking off a travel series highlighting the essential places in the U.S. that travelers should visit at least once. This episode is East Coast–heavy and place-forward, covering stops like Philadelphia, Boston, Lexington & Concord, Plymouth, Washington D.C., Ellis Island, and Virginia’s Historic Triangle.____________________________________S04 Ep144____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of Unscaled Travel Show, we’re celebrating Historic Route 66’s 100th anniversary with a practical, first-timer-friendly road trip episode. We're diving a bit into the history and the reasons why Route 66 is such a beloved piece of Americana. Plus, we're highlighting fun, still-standing stops, roadside icons, and easy planning tips.____________________________________S04 Ep143____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
Amy and Jeremy kick off Season 4 with a first-time visitors' look at Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado. They cover what to know before you go (fees, reservations, seasonal access), the best scenic overlooks, the most worthwhile trails and cliff-dwelling experiences, plus practical picks for camping, lodging, and where to eat.____________________________________S04 Ep142____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of the Unscaled Travel Show, we explore various New Year traditions from around the world, discussing the symbolism behind these customs, the foods associated with them, and the unique rituals that different cultures practice to welcome the new year. ____________________________________S03 Ep141____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
This year, we’re laying out a solid argument for giving experiences to your loved ones instead of socks and fruit cake or the dreaded “Sock Fruit Cake" — cultural immersions, culinary adventures, and urban foraging — it doesn’t have to be super fancy. Just create and share some memories with those around you! ____________________________________S03 Ep140____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
This week on The Unscaled Travel Show, Jeremy and Amy take a cross-country tour through the quirky traditions that make Christmas in America so wonderfully weird. From the mysterious “Christmas pickle” to Louisiana’s bonfires for Papa Noël, skiing Santas in Maine, lobster-trap trees in New England, Old-World folklore characters, and even a Santa who rappels down a cliff in North Carolina — it turns out every corner of the country does the holidays a little differently.____________________________________S03 Ep139____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of the Unscaled Travel Show, Jeremy and Amy explore the chaotic side of Christmas through historical events, including the ban on Christmas in England, the Eggnog Riot of 1826, and the Cisco Texas Bank Robbery of 1927. They discuss how these events reflect the festive spirit and the sometimes wild behavior that accompanies the holiday season. ____________________________________S03 Ep138____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this follow-up to Episode 136 of the Unscaled Travel Show, hosts Jeremy and Amy recount their adventurous road trip across eight states in seven days. After reaching Missouri, they trace the footsteps of one of the Old West' most colorful characters, 'Wild Bill' Hickok. This takes them through Springfield, Missouri, over into Lawrence, Kansas, (which is also a great stop for Supernatural fans) and at Abilene, Kansas. They then make their way to Dodge City and visit two National Parks before returning through Utah. ____________________________________S03 Ep137____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of the Unscaled Travel Show, hosts Jeremy and Amy recount their adventurous road trip across eight states in seven days. They explore quirky roadside attractions, delve into the history of Route 66, and share their experiences with unique stops, including an alien encounter in Aurora, Texas, and the famous Cadillac Ranch. ____________________________________S03 Ep136____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of the Unscaled Travel Show, Jeremy and Amy explore the quirky and weird roadside attractions found in the Northeastern United States. They discuss various oddities, from the famous Paper House in Rockport, Massachusetts, to the giant Big Duck in Flanders, New York. ____________________________________S03 Ep135____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
Jeremy and Amy spend a few days in and around Boston. We dive into the significance of the Freedom Trail, share our experiences at various points of interest, and highlight day trips to nearby towns and attractions. ____________________________________S03 Ep134____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of Unscaled Travel Show, we’re taking a closer look at the most haunted highways and roads that crisscross the United States — phantom hitchhikers, lonely empty roads, one road in Florida that should probably be shut down, and an on-going question: why are these ghostly figures always young women in white dresses?? Weird. ____________________________________S03 Ep133____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
Fog rolls in, the lights flicker, and San Francisco’s ghosts wake again.From the restless souls of Alcatraz to the lingering spirits of the Westin St. Francis, the Queen Anne Hotel, the Presidio, and the iconic Cliff House — Jeremy and Amy uncover the eerie stories that still haunt the Bay.____________________________________S03 Ep132____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
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