You brought your kids into the world. Make sure they see it! Tune in and discover the people & places that inspire life-changing family vacations. Family Travel Radio is brought to you with support from the members of the Family Travel Association.
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Are you planning a vacation getaway to the Smoky Mountains? Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well as surrounding communities. Learn about attractions, hiking trails, the best places to dine as well as tips and suggestions for saving time and saving money on your vacation.
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One Happy Podcast is the number podcast about the island of Aruba. Each episode features I as the host interviewing a guest sharing their opinion on what Aruba has to offer. Whether you are planning a family vacation, destination wedding, couples retreat, taking a cruise vacation or just want a little dose of Aruba on-demand, One Happy Podcast is the place for you.
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Episode 024 - Buying a Cabin in the Smokies
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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host in Episode 024 – Buying a Cabin in the Smokies – So you caught the bug and now you want to buy a cabin, rent it out and make gobs of money! Hold on there Buckaroo, there are some questions to be answered first. Take a close look at some of the things to consider when investing in a rental property in the Smokies for …
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Episode 023 - Seasons in the Smokies - Pros and Cons.mp3
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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host in Episode 023 – Seasons in the Smokies – Pros & Cons, Join Chuck Schmidt, for an honest look at visiting the Smokies during each season. From the crowds in the Summer, the beautiful colors in the Fall, the explosion of wildflowers in the Spring and the silence of a Winter hike. What’s to love and not to love…that is…
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Inclusive family vacations: LGBTQ families
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Family Travel Radio believes in family vacations where all are welcome. Today's guest helped pioneer vacation planning for LGBTQ families and their friends. Full episode notes at FamilyTravel.org/Radio/Episode-80 OUR GUEST Gregg Kaminsky - Co-founder of r Family Vacations RESOURCES rFamilyVacations.com - LGBTQ family travel & vacations where all ar…
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Episode 022 - Secret Places of the Smokies.mp3
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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host in Episode 022 – Secret Places of the Smokies, exploring little know secrets across all corners of the Smokies. Some of these secrets most travelers walk or drive by and never knew they were there.Door Chuck Schmidt: Travel Host, Blogger and Podcaster
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Family travel anytime: Virtual travel activities for kids
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Family travel isn't canceled! Virtual travel allows your family to explore the world together—even when you're not able to travel. Full episode notes at FamilyTravel.org/Radio/Episode-78 OUR GUEST Catherine Ryan Gregory - Writer & founder of ToAndFroFam.com RESOURCES Virtual Travel Activities for Kids on Amazon Download your free chapter of Virtual…
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Episode 021 - Shopping in the Smokies
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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host in Episode 021 – Shopping in the Smokies – His, Hers, Theirs. Take a light-hearted look at shopping for her, him and both of you to make your Smokies vacation a bit more memorable.Door Chuck Schmidt: Travel Host, Blogger and Podcaster
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Safe family vacations: Dude ranches
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Discover why dude ranches are the ultimate all-inclusive vacation for families. Also learn why dude ranches are a great family vacation option during the COVID-19 pandemic. RESOURCES Full episode notes: FamilyTravel.org/Radio/Episode-78 Start planning your family's dude ranch vacation at DudeRanch.org "We all ride together" video: https://www.youtu…
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Puddles, passports, and a pandemic
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The Sparrow family was prepared for just about anything when they left home in September 2019 for a trip around the world. One thing the San Antonio, Texas, family wasn't ready for was a global pandemic. With their travels grounded indefinitely, the Sparrows have been staying safe in Perth, Western Australia. On this episode of Family Travel Radio,…
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Episode 020 - The Smokies at a Distance
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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host in Episode 020 – The Smokies at a Distance, exploring some of the lesser know trails and dining in and about the Great Smoky Mountains National Park area. If you want to come to the Smokies but avoid the crowds this is a must listen to episode.Door Chuck Schmidt: Travel Host, Blogger and Podcaster
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Episode 019 - Pigeon Forge Update 2020
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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Pigeon Forge and explore what’s new for 2020. From new attractions to updates to existing attractions and new places to dine we have all your information. Come join us, let’s see what’s new in Pigeon Forge.Door Chuck Schmidt: Travel Host, Blogger and Podcaster
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EP128: Aruba Curt and Andrea talk Covid 19 and Aruba
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Friend of the show Andrea James and I talk about the Coronavirus impact on our personal lives and what we hope happens for the island of Aruba. This was recorded in April.
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EP127 - Regina and Aruba Curt talkin pandemic and our love for Aruba
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Recorded in April, Aruba Curt and Regina talk about how the Covid 19 pandemic has affected their personal lives. We also commend Aruba on how they have handled their unique situation as a contrast to how the United States has handled theirs.
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Episode 018 - Smokies Reopening Update 5-21-2020
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More of the Smokies is reopening! Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well as surrounding communities in the aftermath of the COVID virus. Learn about the current update of attractions, hiking trails, dining, shopping and road closures. Plus, up t…
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Episode 017 - Smokies Reopening Update 5-14-2022
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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well as surrounding communities in the aftermath of the COVID virus. Learn about the updated status as of 5/14/2020 of attractions, hiking trails, dining, shopping and road closures. Plus, up to date information…
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Episode 016 - Smoky Mountains Area Reopening
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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well as surrounding communities in the aftermath of the COVID-19 virus. Learn about the current status of attractions, hiking trails, dining, shopping and road closures. Plus, up to date information regarding th…
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The most interesting man in St. Louis explains the art of family adventure
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Derek Loudermilk is the bestselling author of Superconductors and Activate Your Life. A High Performance Business Coach, founder of AdventureQuest Travel, Digital Nomad, international speaker, and host of the Art of Adventure Podcast. Derek has traveled to 15 countries with his wife and their two young children. Episode notes at FamilyTravel.org/Ra…
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EP126: Cindy and Rob's Virtual Aruba Vacation
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Today I am being joined on the podcast by the Otoski’s, Cindy and Rob. Rob and Cindy are both long time visitors to the island and friends of the show. While on the island they split time between the Renaissance and the Marriott, giving them a multifaceted view of the Aruba vacation experience. Together they are part of the group that founded and r…
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A New York City family finds solace in the Ohio suburbs
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Facing the growing threat of coronavirus in mid-March, Brittany Baron and her husband Mike left their apartment in New York City with their three boys and took refuge at her in-laws home in Ohio. Family Travel Radio wants to remind you that the most important benefit of family travel can't be taken away by COVID-19, and that’s time with our familie…
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EP125:Marlene Purcell is helping to make sure No Child Goes Hungry in Aruba
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On episode 125 of One Happy Podcast I talk with Marlene Nichols Purcell who lives on the island of Aruba. Marlene has been a guest on the show on many other occasions (EP32 and EP115) and today she is here to give me a glimpse into what life on the island is like during the Covid 19 pandemic. Among the topics Marlene and I talk about on this episod…
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Taking family time at home with LiLing Pang of Trekaroo
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Family Travel Radio wants to remind you that the most important benefit of family travel can't be taken away by COVID-19, and that’s time with our families. The coronavirus may have grounded family travel, but it can’t take away your family time. We hope you’ll join us in taking this time together to discover new ways to engage with the world—from …
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From wandering the world to wondering what's next
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Today, we check in with Kevin Wagar from WanderingWagars.com. Kevin and his family are currently quarantined in their home after returning from a family trip to Egypt. For the foreseeable future, Family Travel Radio will focus on how social distancing due to the coronavirus threat is impacting how families are engaging with the world—and with each …
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Unfortunately, the COVID-19 Virus has impacted the Smokies Mountains area over spring break causing most businesses to close. Authorities are asking those people with travel plans to the Smokies to please change your plans and stay away from the area.Door Chuck Schmidt
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For the foreseeable future, Family Travel Radio will focus on how social distancing due to the coronavirus threat is impacting how families are engaging with the world—and with each other. Today's guest is Gregg Kaminsky of R Family Vacations, the first travel company to create vacations for LGBT families and their friends.…
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Night 4: Absolutely necessary travel w/Erin Kirkland – Golden, CO
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Seasoned journalist Erin Kirkland from AKontheGO checks in nightly from an unexpected 4-day road trip amid widespread lockdowns due to the coronavirus threat. Erin shares ideas for socially responsible activities she encounters along the way. This installment features special guest Richard D'Ambrosio. Watch the video from this interview: https://ww…
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Night 3: Absolutely necessary travel w/Erin Kirkland – Santa Fe, NM
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Seasoned journalist Erin Kirkland from AKontheGO checks in nightly from an unexpected 4-day road trip amid widespread lockdowns due to the coronavirus threat. Erin shares ideas for socially responsible activities she encounters along the way. Watch the video from this interview: https://vimeo.com/398726618 Follow Erin's journey on social media: htt…
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Night 2: Absolutely necessary travel w/Erin Kirkland – Flagstaff, AZ
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Seasoned journalist Erin Kirkland from AKontheGO checks in nightly from an unexpected 4-day road trip amid widespread lockdowns due to the coronavirus threat. Erin shares ideas for socially responsible activities she encounters along the way. Watch the video from this interview: https://vimeo.com/398419462 Follow Erin's journey on social media: htt…
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Night 1: Absolutely necessary travel w/Erin Kirkland – Tuscon, AZ
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Seasoned journalist Erin Kirkland from AKontheGO checks in nightly from an unexpected 4-day road trip amid widespread lockdowns due to the coronavirus threat. Erin shares ideas for socially responsible activities she encounters along the way. Watch the video recorded live on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/familytravelassociation/videos/110739…
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For the foreseeable future, Family Travel Radio will focus on how social distancing due to the coronavirus threat is impacting how families are engaging with the world—and with each other. Join us tonight LIVE on the Family Travel Association's Facebook page for the first in a series of discussions about how real families are making the best of a d…
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Episode 014 - Gatlinburg Update 2020
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Embracing the unexpected & facing the unknown
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Fearlessly traveling with a child who has special needs taught this mom a priceless lesson about embracing the unexpected and facing the unknown. - OUR GUEST Marsh Naidoo - Mom & Creator of RaisingKellan.org - RESOURCES The Raising Kellan podcast The Raising Kellan blog Raising Kellan on Facebook Raising Kellan on Instagram March is Cerebral Palsy …
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Families are Traveling iNSIDE Europe
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One trip to Europe can change the way your family sees the world forever. This episode takes you iNSIDE what matters (and what doesn't) when planning your family's first European adventure. - Episode notes at FamilyTravel.org/Podcast/Episode-64 - GUESTS Sandra + Ted - Proud founders of iNSIDE EUROPE - RESOURCES iNSIDE EUROPE - Family Journeys as Un…
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Family Travel Experts Go Live!
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Door Aaron Schlein - Presented by the Family Travel Association
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Real Families Talk Real Travel, Pt 3
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Real Families Talk Real Travel, Pt. 1
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Taking Family Time is Taking Off!
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Pledging to Take Family Time
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Episode 124: Catching Up With Aruba Ray Ellin
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Ancestry Travel: Exploring Your Family’s Heritage
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Where in the world are your family’s roots? Ancestry travel allows your family to explore the world with a purpose—to learn about the people and places that contribute to your heritage. - RESOURCES Ancestry Travel in Scotland with Solway Tours - Blog post detailing the Maxwell family’s ancestry trip to Scotland Kids are a Trip! - A family travel we…
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Nuggets of Family Travel Advice
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With her endless nuggets of family travel advice, Ranjana Armstrong is changing the way families see (and hear) the world. - RESOURCES Nugget.Travel - Family vacations, day trip ideas & travel tips Go with Nugget Podcasts - Destination discoveries for parents and kids Kids Listen - a grassroots organization of advocates for high-quality audio conte…
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The Truth About Family Travel Blogs
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By better understanding how travel blogs work, we can decide how (and if) to use the information we find in blogs when planning our family trips.. - RESOURCES Truth in Travel Blogging: Hosted Trips, Media Previews, & My Promise to You by Leslie Harvey on Trips with Tykes Disney Deciphered podcast - Helping you and your family save money, time, and …
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One Happy Podcast - Episode 123 The Return of One Happy Podcast with Aruba Curt and Maggie
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In this episode of One Happy Podcast, I am being joined by Maggie. I know it has been a long time since we have spoken but after this episode, you will understand why. Over the last several months my life has been completely turned upside down, but now that things are starting to normalize, its time to get back to recording. In this first episode, …
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Family Glamping: Comfortably Wild Vacations
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Prepare yourself for uncommon adventure, as the “World’s Longest Honeymooners” share their favorite glamping spots for families in North America. — RESOURCES Comfortably Wild: The Ultimate Glamping Guide by Mike & Anne Howard Mike & Anne's Expert Glamping Tips (Lonely Planet Interview) The Ultimate Entrepreneurship Journey for Two: The HoneyTrek St…
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Family Bonding Through Vagabonding
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Bonus Episode - Winterfest in the Smokies.mp3
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Winterfest in the Smoky Mountains is a magical time of year. Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a tour of the area’s best events, attractions and holiday shows. See 15 Million Lights in 25 miles while visiting Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Dollywood.Door Chuck Schmidt: Travel Host, Blogger and Podcaster
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