Safe Travels

This show is not for everyone. But if you're a biker, have a motorcycle, know a biker, or have seen Easy Rider...it's for you. Ben Van Leewarden runs PlanetChopper, a business that plans and operates guided motorcycle tours with small groups of up to 15 bikes. They handle route planning, lodging, dining options, know all the cool places to see, and even have a support vehicle that follows with a mechanic and extra bike parts. In short, it's pretty worry-free. But, he does have some tips and advice for getting ready for a trip like this, what to do, and what not to do. Enjoy!

My guest today has been travel podcasting about as long any anybody at 15 years, so he brings a lot of experience and insight into today's short show. Everyone is asking similar questions about travel. Should I start planning? Is it too soon? What are the safest options? Chris will share his thoughts on cruise line reopening, how to compare risk levels of different forms of travel, how he's handling a possible Galapagos trip, and more.  

The summer of the road trip has led many travelers to our wonderful National Parks...but many don't know what to expect. Our guest today is Alicia Filley from TheHealthyHiker.com. Alicia and her family traveled to 2 National Parks and has a full report of safety conditions on the road, mask usage, regulations in the parks, and tips for when to go for the best enjoyment. Please enjoy

With so many RVers hitting the road this summer, RV rentals are through the roof. But what if it's your first time renting an RV? What type should you get? Where should you rent it from? How does it all work? We have a pro today. Brooke Johnson is the founder of TumbleweedTravelCo.com, where she helps first time RV renters plan trips. She helps with all the RV details, itinerary planning, and more. Enjoy!

Travelers are pondering many of the same questions. When should I start planning again? Is it crazy to think about this now? What about a simple road trip? There is no clear, simple answer to this that guarantees a no-risk trip, but it is always helpful too hear what others are up to. Today's show is a Quick Take...only about 10 minutes. We'll hear from Nicolette Kay from SemiBudgetTravel.com. Nicolette is planning a short road trip, but will be crossing state borders and has taken into account several safety aspects to stay healthy.