Time to Talk Travel

Over their years in the travel industry Time to Talk Travel podcast hosts Ciaran Blumenfeld, Desiree Miller, Maureen Dennis, and Nasreen Stump have worked with numerous brands. They've been the influencers and they've run influencer campaigns. On today's episode they explain what goes on behind the scenes of influencer partnerships and what they think brands and creators need to know. Listen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitterWe include transcripts to make our podcasts accessible. Transcripts are lightly edited during the course of episode development to correct spelling for the names of places and clarity. There may be further grammatical or spelling errors that are not addressed. Please know the transcripts are a guide/raw product not a polished piece of journalism. Thank you!

After almost one year of episodes of Time To Talk Travel the group dives into how they all got their start in travel writing, how they met each other, and what they miss and don't miss about the early days. Along the way they chat about writers they worked with, press trips they went on, and what's ahead for the future. Listen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitterWe include transcripts to make our podcasts accessible. Transcripts are lightly edited during the course of episode development to correct spelling for the names of places and clarity. There may be further grammatical or spelling errors that are not addressed. Please know the transcripts are a guide/raw product not a polished piece of journalism. Thank you!

Today on the Time to Talk Travel podcast hosts Ciaran Blumenfeld, Desiree Miller, and Nasreen Stump discuss how to plan the perfect 3-4 day weekend. They cover transportation (drive or fly), what to pack, what can go wrong, what to keep ready to make escaping easier, and some of their favorite three day getaways. Mentions: Vancouver WA Seattle WA New York CityMadison WIMinneapolis MN Ellijay GABlue Ridge MountainsSan Bernadino CABryce, Zion, Kanab Utah and Paige ArizonaListen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitterWe include transcripts to make our podcasts accessible. Transcripts are lightly edited during the course of episode development to correct spelling for the names of places and clarity. There may be further grammatical or spelling errors that are not addressed. Please know the transcripts are a guide/raw product not a polished piece of journalism. Thank you!

It's never too early to start planning fall & winter travel- especially when some experiences have limited slots. Hosts Desiree Miller, Maureen Dennis, and Nasreen Stump discuss things to do in the fall and winter along with tips, tricks, and our favorite spots on this podcast episode of Time To Talk Travel. Whether you're looking to take a haunted tour, see Christmas lights, or go on a foliage train ride the planning process needs to start early. Many of these events have limited times and tickets so being ahead of the pack is important. In addition, the cooler fall temps make it the perfect time to travel to places like Sicily, Reykjavik, and Germany. Covered on this podcast: Burlington VTStowe VT & Waterbury VT - Cold Hollow Cider Company, Cabot Cheese, Ben & Jerry's, Smugglers Distillery, Boyden Valley Winery Kancamagus Highway New HampshireAsheville NC - BiltmoreAustin TXNew Orleans LA Savannah GASmall Town Halloween Festivals- Keene NH, Anoka MN, Independence KSBlue Ridge MountainsGreenville SCNashville TNCancun MexicoYellowstone National Park, Zion National Park, The Wave, Bryce CanyonMunich Germany - OktoberfestKey West FL & Ft Lauderdale FL Fall River MA - Lizzie BordenKeystone CO & Park City UTTheme Parks for Halloween & Christmas- Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Legoland, Hershey, Knott's Berry FarmListen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitterWe include transcripts to make our podcasts accessible. Transcripts are lightly edited during the course of episode development to correct spelling for the names of places and clarity. There may be further grammatical or spelling errors that are not addressed. Please know the transcripts are a guide/raw product not a polished piece of journalism. Thank you!

On this week's episode of the Time To Talk Travel Podcast hosts Desiree Miller, Maureen Dennis, and Nasreen Stump chat about Des's new book 101 Tales from the Terminal: Wild, Wacky & Wonderful stories That'll Take You Away. Stories are shared about airports and plan travel that will make you laugh, cry, and have you heading off to buy this collection of 101 stories of humanity and travel. Purchase the book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCJQ5XFJListen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitterWe include transcripts to make our podcasts accessible. Transcripts are lightly edited during the course of episode development to correct spelling for the names of places and clarity. There may be further grammatical or spelling errors that are not addressed. Please know the transcripts are a guide/raw product not a polished piece of journalism. Thank you!

Have you heard about new US rules for passengers on airlines? Regulations have been added to govern refunds, time on tarmac, and what airlines owe you. We run through the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024. On this episode of Time To Talk Travel Ciaran Blumenfeld, Desiree Miller, and Nasreen Stump run through new rules about airline refunds, tarmac delays, missing baggage, information that needs to be provided and more. Listen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitterWe include transcripts to make our podcasts accessible. Transcripts are lightly edited during the course of episode development to correct spelling for the names of places and clarity. There may be further grammatical or spelling errors that are not addressed. Please know the transcripts are a guide/raw product not a polished piece of journalism. Thank you!

On this week's episode of the Time To Talk Travel Podcast hosts Ciaran Blumenfeld, Desiree Miller, and Nasreen Stump are joined by Alyssa Watson. Alyssa is a supervisor of Field Experiences for REI. Her team coordinates REI adventures in the Southwestern United States. With extensive experience in popular destinations like Zion, Bryce Canyon, and the Grand Canyon she joined us to chat about:-what to wear -how to prepare for your trip (weather, trails, etc) -gear to pack-proper clothing including picking the right socks and shoes-how to handle emergency situations-heat-related challenges and how to spot heat exhaustion or heat stroke -how much water to carry (including water bladder recommendations and salt replenishment items) -and more Listen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitterWe include transcripts to make our podcasts accessible. Transcripts are lightly edited during the course of episode development to correct spelling for the names of places and clarity. There may be further grammatical or spelling errors that are not addressed. Please know the transcripts are a guide/raw product not a polished piece of journalism. Thank you!

On this week's episode of Time To Talk Travel podcast hosts Desiree Miller and Nasreen Stump are joined by Liz Owens, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Vacations By Rail. They dive into how to book a train vacation, how rail travel fits into the slow travel trend, the difference between escorted and non-escorted itineraries and how rail travel tour companies can help you pack more into a vacation than you ever thought possible!We cover: -Rail Travel as the ultimate way to see the National Parks-The Pacific Northwest as an underrated destination-Why rail design in Europe and the US is different-The importance of customer service and customer experience in every itinerary-How and why rail travel is becoming more popular-Using rail to make trips like European Christmas market tours possible-Itinerary building and how team collaboration is important to the end users experience-How being a part of the Great Rail Journeys family of brands gives them access to 50 years of expertiseLook for last minute availability and specials on trips with Vacations By Rail. Listen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitterWe include transcripts to make our podcasts accessible. Transcripts are lightly edited during the course of episode development to correct spelling for the names of places and clarity. There may be further grammatical or spelling errors that are not addressed. Please know the transcripts are a guide/raw product not a polished piece of journalism. Thank you!

On this episode of the Time to Talk Travel podcast hosts Desiree Miller, Maureen Dennis, and Nasreen Stump cover new travel regulations.Learn more about coming regulations for European travel like ETIAS and EES, including scam alerts and where you need to go to apply on a legit website. We also touch on new regulations for travel with dogs, online passport renewal, and getting Global Entry. Info on who is impacted by ETIAS: https://travel-europe.europa.eu/etias/who-should-apply_en#ETIAS-countriesTravel Advisory Episode of Time to Talk Travel: https://www.timetotalktravel.com/episode/travel-advisoriesEurope Entry/Exit System (EES): https://travel-europe.europa.eu/ees_en Listen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitterWe include transcripts to make our podcasts accessible. Transcripts are lightly edited during the course of episode development to correct spelling for the names of places and clarity. There may be further grammatical or spelling errors that are not addressed. Please know the transcripts are a guide/raw product not a polished piece of journalism. Thank you!

Traveling with food allergies and food sensitivities can be a challenge. On this episode Time to Talk Travel hosts Ciaran Blumenfeld, Maureen Dennis, and Nasreen Stump tackle tips, tricks, how-to's, and horror stories. Listen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitterWe include transcripts to make our podcasts accessible. Transcripts are lightly edited during the course of episode development to correct spelling for the names of places and clarity. There may be further grammatical or spelling errors that are not addressed. Please know the transcripts are a guide/raw product not a polished piece of journalism. Thank you!

Do you want to have a richer experience when you travel? On this episode Time to Talk Travel hosts Desiree Miller, Maureen Dennis, and Nasreen Stump share their tips on how to be a better tourist including finding out what is important to the locals, immersing yourself, tasting the food, public transportation and more. Mentions:Bermuda - St. Georges, Dockyard, SouthamptonArcos de la Frontera, SpainPorto and Lisbon PortugalBarcelonaPuerto Rico- Spoon Food ToursAirbnb ExperiencesWith LocalsSri LankaRegent Seven Seas CruisesPlaya del CarmenCharlestown, NevisPositano and AmalfiNYC Subway MTA and Atlanta MARTAListen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitterWe include transcripts to make our podcasts accessible. Transcripts are lightly edited during the course of episode development to correct spelling for the names of places and clarity. There may be further grammatical or spelling errors that are not addressed. Please know the transcripts are a guide/raw product not a polished...

Today on the Time to Talk Travel Podcast hosts Desiree Miller, Maureen Dennis, and Nasreen Stump discuss one of our favorite cities for history, culture, food, and of course a good time- New Orleans. We'll cover where to go, tips we've learned, and why you should bring kids. Mentions: Things to Do in New OrleansCity ParkAudubon ParkSt. Louis Cathedral Jackson SquareSteamboat Natchez (plays steam calliope)Voodoo MuseumCharity Hospital Katrina Memorial New Orleans Pharmacy MuseumGarden DistrictPreservation Hall JazzMuseum of DeathWhitney PlantationEvents in New OrleansMardi GrasKrewe of Jingle Parade (December)Nola ChristmasFestHotels in New OrleansThe Roosevelt Waldorf Astoria New OrleansHyatt House New OrleansWestin New OrleansHotel MonteleoneRestaurants in New OrleansCochonCommander's PalaceCafe Du MondeDooky ChaseCooter BrownsCarousel Bar & LoungePat O'BriensLittle Dizzy'sBourbon HouseRecipesa...

Wondering what summer travel trends we're seeing this summer? We run through what's hot and what's not on this episode of Time to Talk Travel podcast. We'll cover coolcations, solo travel, quiet travel, destination dupes and more. On this week's episode of Time to Talk Travel, podcast hosts Ciaran Blumenfeld, Desiree Miller, Maureen Dennis, and Nasreen Stump do a deep dive into summer travel trends of 2024. They chat about hot spots, why some trends are growing, differences between ages groups of travelers and the trends they're following, and why they love Gen Z's new numbers. Mentions:NafplionAzoresCabo San LucasAlbaniaInside Out House AirbnbVirtuoso TravelMastercard Summer Travel Borghi ItalyListen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitter

One travel trend we've seen is the rise of group travel. These specially curated, itinerary focused trips allow you to explore a topic or area that you're passionate about. Bonus- you come away with new friends. On this week's episode of Time to Talk Travel, podcast hosts Ciaran Blumenfeld, Desiree Miller, Maureen Dennis, and Nasreen Stump cover itinerary driven small group travel. What starts out as an exploration of the trend dives deep into why this type of travel is proving to be so impactful and what led folks to the point of craving community and connection.Mentions:Des Miller Travel Media Nadia Carriere - Yoga RetreatsKim-Marie Galloway- Embark Beyond, Luxury Travel MomWhale CampIntrepid TravelSilent RetreatsSleep Retreats Ciara Blume - Rome for the HolidaysChica Brava Surf RetreatMeagan Wristen- Sri Lanka tripSri Lanka TourismListen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitter

So often you hear Florida come up in conversation when a family is headed to Orlando's Walt Disney World. But there is so much more to the state. When folks are looking to add on days to their Florida vacation we get excited. On today's episode of Time to Talk Travel, podcast hosts Desiree Miller (Florida native), Maureen Dennis, and Nasreen Stump talk all things Florida. Their clockwise tour around Florida doesn't hit every town but stories are told, tips are shared, and fun is had. Mentions: Visit FloridaOrlandoJacksonville , Vero Beach, Disney's Vero Beach ResortTreasure Coast, Ponte Vedra, Vilano Beach & St. Augustine, Amelia Island, Cape Canaveral & Melbourne (Space Coast), Kennedy Space Center, Palm Beaches, Ft. Lauderdale, Miami, Bimini Bahamas, The Florida Keys & Key WestAlligator Alley, Naples & Marco Island (Paradise Coast), Tampa, Sarasota, Anna Maria Island, Clearwater & St. Pete, Nature Coast (Levy County) & Cedar Key, Crystal River, Gulf County Florida & Port St. Joe, Walton Beach- Seaside & Rosemary Beach, Apalachicola & St. George (The Forgotten Coast), Navarre, Panama City Beach, Pensacola,

Have you ever gone to research a trip and stumbled across reviews that just seem fishy? Podcast hosts Ciaran Blumenfeld, Desiree Miller, Maureen Dennis, and Nasreen Stump drop statistics and tips in this episode of Time to Talk Travel. Do you know how to read between the lines on reviews? Or where to find the most unbiased and complete reviews?Have you ever checked a resorts employment page when booking? We have and we'll explain steps you can take to make sure you've got the most complete set of info when you book your next vacation. Listen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitter

Are you always on your cell phone? Is Wi-Fi life? If so you may fear the new trend of tech-free travel. In this Time to Talk Travel podcast episode hosts Ciaran Blumenfeld, Desiree Miller, Maureen Dennis, and Nasreen Stump dive into the nuances of traveling in an unplugged manner exploring resorts that offer it and discussing our own thoughts on it. Listen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitter

It's beach season! Are you ready to hit the sand with your family or friends? On this weeks episode of Time to Talk Travel podcast hosts Ciaran Blumenfeld, Desiree Miller, Maureen Dennis and Nasreen Stump chat all things salty and sandy. If you want to make your next beach trip easier we've got tips on how to get sand off of things, what to pack, what to look up before you go and how the beach makes us a wee bit territorial. Listen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitter

It's almost time for summer travel! Here are the steps to take to get your home ready to travel and what you need to be doing to make things go more smoothly. Hosts Ciaran Blumenfeld, Desiree Miller, Maureen Dennis and Nasreen Stump run through their tips, tricks, and even errors. Listen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitter

If we're being honest Mother's Day is a complicated holiday. What started as an episode on Mother's Day trips, travel, and gifts turned into us talking about how we really feel about motherhood, what moms really want, and our ideal day. Tune in for real talk from hosts Ciaran Blumenfeld, Desiree Miller, and Nasreen Stump.Listen on the following platforms:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusicYoutubeor at TimeToTalkTravel.com where you can also sign up for our newsletter.Visit HashtagTravels.com for more travel stories and destination ideas.Find us on social:LinkedInTikTokFacebookInstagramTwitter