Round Trip With Colleen Kelly: Recent Episodes
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Travel expert Colleen Kelly takes you on the road and overseas, to destinations near and far, with “Round Trip with Colleen Kelly.” As a radio talk show, media influencer, and digital contributor to National Geographic and Travel + Leisure, “Round Trip” offers up exploration, cuisine, and culture—not to mention the newest travel supplies and some of the best small businesses to support domestically and abroad.
The air is beginning to cool, everything is pumpkin spice, and the leaves are starting to fall. This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan tell you about the best places to go enjoy the outdoors before its too cold. Rick Sense, the Economic Development and Tourism Specialist from Calumet County, WI, joins to talk about the outdoor adventures to be had this fall there. Autumn Timblin with Explore Marinette County in Wisconsin shares how to enjoy their parks and the best spots for leaf peeping. Plus, what travel gadgets are Colleen and Megan obsessed with?
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Rick Sense: https://wi-calumetcountytourism.civicplus.com/1/Home
Autumn Timblin: https://www.exploremarinettecounty.com/
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Time to take advantage of the fall weather and get connected to Mother Nature. This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan dive into the world of agritourism. Malorie Paine from Plover Area Convention and Visitors Bureau and Sheila Everhart of the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association share what AgVentures await travelers this fall, including working on a farm. Plus Jenny Rhoades from the Circleville Pumpkin Show in Ohio shares what to expect from what is called "The Greatest Free Show On Earth" this year.
For More Information:
Malorie Paine: https://www.comeovertoplover.com/
Sheila Everhart: https://wiagtourism.com/home
Jenny Rhoades: https://www.pumpkinshow.com/
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It may be 80° now, but fall is fast approaching. This week on Round Trip, Megan and Colleen get ready for what's coming. Lauren Sackett, Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center CEO, talks about what there is to do in her neck of the woods this fall. Katarina Koch, Executive Director of the Lotus World Music & Arts Festival, invites you to Bloomington, IN this October. Plus, John Leydon, Co-Founder of Chicago Fashion Week, shares what's unique about this inaugural event.
For More Information:
Lauren Sackett: https://www.rhinelanderchamber.com/
Katarina Koch: https://www.lotusfest.org/
John Leydon: https://chicagofashionweek.com/
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In this very special episode, Colleen and Megan talk to entrepreneur, writer, producer, and friend Katie Orr Sharp! In 2008 Katie made a resolution to travel to at least one new country every year for the next 10 years, and it's grown into an ongoing adventure 16 years later. Hear all about her trips and what this all has taught her!
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Fort Lauderdale was so fun, it couldn't be fit into just one episode! Colleen and Megan continue with their adventures, plus hear from Jose Sierra, Sr. Coordinator of Tigertail Lake Recreational Center in Broward County.
For More Information:
Jose Sierra: https://www.tigertaillake.com/
Can't get enough of Fort Lauderdale? Watch the Family Travel episode here: https://video.gotraveler.com/feature/family-travel-colleen-kelly-greater-fort-lauderdale
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan talk about their recent excursion to Fort Lauderdale, Florida for an upcoming episode of Family Travel! Learn about the ins and outs of the family-friendly area with a visit from Stacy Ritter, the President/CEO of Visit Lauderdale. Plus, hear all about Pompano Beach from Rita Wells, Tourism Manager of Pompano Beach.
Stay tuned for Part 2 next week!
For More Information:
Visit Lauderdale: https://www.visitlauderdale.com
Pompano Beach: https://www.pompanobeachfl.gov/
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Rev your engines! This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan talk with their friend, travel writer Suzanne Kenzer, on her recent road trip around New England. From the historic city of Boston to Acadia National Park, there is something to do for everyone.
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Hola! On this episode of Round Trip, Colleen and Megan discuss Colleen's recent trip to Nayarit, Mexico. From the stay to the sights and everything in between, add this destination to your bucket list! Plus, what's coming up at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk?
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On this very special episode of Round Trip, Colleen and Megan chat with Juliana Broste (aka Traveling Jules) on her life as a Travel Host and Vlogger!
For more information:
https://www.travelingjules.com/
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Go-go gadget private jet! Or a VPN and GoPro. This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan round up their favorite travel gadgets. Chris Prado, Associate Director of Communications & Marketing at GoPro, shares whats new with the HERO12. Marijus Briedis, NordVPN Chief Technology Officer, talks about what a VPN is and the importance of having one. Plus a hack for falling asleep on planes!
For More Information:
GoPro: https://gopro.com/
NordVPN: https://nordvpn.com/
Tech Savvy Travel 1: https://omnystudio.com/p/round-trip-with-colleen-kelly-1/clips/370ed55b-305a-491b-8d2e-af9a01586e81
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Art thou a fan of the Bard? This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan brush up on the classics and talk William Shakespeare. Tessa Haynes, Visitor Experience Manager for the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, talks his history in Stratford-upon-Avon and how you can see it yourself. Edward Hall, Artistic Director of the Chicago Shakespeare Theater, shares what's been happening at Chicago Shakes. Plus, what's a K-Pop Visa?
For More Information:
Tessa Haynes: https://www.shakespeare.org.uk/
Edward Hall: https://www.chicagoshakes.com/
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan talk about edible passports, and no they aren't passports made of chocolate. First up is Noreen Rueckert, Tourism Director at Green County Tourism, WI, on the cheese passport and local cheese history. Next is Jason Lesniewicz, Senior Director of Cultural Tourism at Choose Chicago, on the Brew Pass and encouraging you to try local breweries. Finally, Mackenzie Wolters, Communication Manager with Visit Kansas City, and the guide to exploring BBQ in KC.
For more information:
Noreen Rueckert: https://www.greencounty.org/cheese/
Jason Lesniewicz: https://www.choosechicago.com/brewpass/
Mackenzie Wolters: https://www.visitkc.com/bbq
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This week of Round Trip is all about girl power and women empowerment. Colleen and Megan talk with three different women in hospitality. First is Amanda Weibel, Communications Officer at the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, who talks her favorite women-owned places. Second is Ellie Chin, President & CEO of Visit Madison, on what it's like being a woman in tourism. The episode rounds out with Maria-Elena Price, Co-Owner of ExperiencePlus!
For more information:
Amanda Weibel: https://www.travelwisconsin.com/
Ellie Chin: https://www.visitmadison.com/
Maria-Elena Price: https://www.experienceplus.com/
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The best education doesn't always happen in the classroom! This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan learn about different ways to travel with family. Brian Anderson, Director of National Outings at Sierra Club, shares the different itineraries that the Sierra Club has to offer for multi-generational outings. Margaret Bensfield Sullivan, author, talks about taking a year off and traveling the globe with her family. To round out the episode, Patrick Tunno, author, professor, language enthusiast, and Italian voyager, tells about how to culturally enjoy a new city.
For more information:
Brian Anderson and Sierra Club:
https://content.sierraclub.org/outings/
Margaret Bensfield Sullivan:
- Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPRTSK42
- Website: https://www.margaretbensfieldsullivan.com/
Patrick Tunno:
- Website: patricktunnophd.com
- YouTube: youtube.com/@aguidetoitaly
- Book on Amazon: amazon.com/dp/B0C9S8W65D/ref=monarch_sidesheet
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Travel news is the best kind of news. This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan hear all about whats new in the world of travel with Doyinsola Oladipo, a journalist from Reuters. Plus, new gadgets to upgrade your travel experience.
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https://www.reuters.com/authors/doyinsola-oladipo/
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Want to stay stateside this summer? On this episode of Round Trip, Colleen and Megan look at major US cities. Travel journalist Meena Thiruvengadem gives tips and tricks to navigate the Big Apple. Chris Moyer of Visit Detroit talks about whats new in Detroit. Megan shares her trip to Nashville.
For more information:
Meena Thiruvengadem:
http://travelwithmeena.com/
Chris Moyer:
https://visitdetroit.com/
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We loved Restaurant Week so much that we decided to make another episode dedicated to our favorite restaurants. From Colleen's favorite place in the suburbs to Megan's recent discoveries in the city, there's something for everyone. Plus, an update on Top Chef in Wisconsin with Logan Wroge, Sr. Communications Specialist for Travel Wisconsin!
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The location of a wedding is everything. This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan go in depth on pros and cons of destination weddings. Learn about planning one on your own from Terri Guthrie, travel writer. Want to hire a travel agent who specializes in destination weddings? Hear about Romance Travel Group with CEO Shelli Nornes!
For More Information:
Terri Guthrie:
https://www.instagram.com/travelwithterri/?hl=en
https://www.crosstimbersgazette.com/author/terri-guthrie/
Shelli Nornes:
https://www.romancetravelgroup.com/about-us.html
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Ready to get active? This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan talk about embracing the great outdoors on vacation. Maddie Jack, Marketing Communications Manager of Fox Cities, joins to talk about the outdoor adventures Fox Cities, Wisconsin has to offer for all levels of physical ability. Plus, travel expert Ralph Velasco, Chief Drifter at Continental DRIFTER Experiences, shares the international adventures he takes tour groups on.
For more information:
Maddie Jack and Fox Cities:
https://www.foxcities.org/
Ralph Velasco and Continental DRIFTER Experiences:
https://continentaldrifter.co/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQPLBM6T
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Ready to brave the Great White Continent? This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan talk to travel writer Suzanne Kenzer on her trip to the south pole. She tells all, from the trip to get there to the expedition around Antarctica itself.
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Visit the oldest city in the United States. This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan take a vacation to St. Augustine, Florida. Learn about the historic coast with Cindy Stavely, Executive Director of the Colonial Quarter and the St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum. More into learning about nature? Ben Brandao, owner of GeoTrippin’ Adventure, talks about eco-tours. End the day with Will Hensler, Chief Operating Officer at St. Augustine Distillery.
For more information:
Cindy Stavely:
https://www.thepiratemuseum.com/
Ben Brandao:
https://geotrippin.com/
Will Hensler:
https://www.staugustinedistillery.com/
https://www.citygatespirits.com/home
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Ignore what TLC said and go chasing waterfalls! This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan talk about the best waterfalls in the world. Hear about the sights of Marinette County, the waterfall capital of Wisconsin, with Autumn Timblin from Travel Wisconsin. Plus, learn all about Lake Tahoe from Carol Chaplin, President & CEO of Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority!
For More Information
Autumn Timblin: https://www.travelwisconsin.com/northeast/marinette-county/marinette
Carol Chaplin: https://visitlaketahoe.com/
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Ciao, bella! This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan make the case to book that flight to Italy. They are joined by Kathy McCabe, host and Executive Producer of “Dream of Italy” on PBS, who tells us all about what to expect on Season 3. Plus, travel expert and journalist Angel Castellanos stops by to share his tips and tricks for visiting.
For More Information:
Kathy McCabe:
https://www.instagram.com/dreamofitaly/?hl=en
https://dreamofitaly.com/
Angel Castellanos:
https://www.instagram.com/angels_travels/?hl=en
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How important is the hotel to your travel plans? This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan discuss different hotel and lodging experiences. Megan shares her favorite accommodations abroad and the Director of Tourism for Wisconsin Anne Sayers gives her recommendations for everything from dog-friendly stays to nature retreats. Plus, hear about the Blackstone Hotel from Colleen's recent staycation there and from the Director of Rooms Florence Isada!
For More Information:
Blackstone Hotel: https://www.theblackstonehotel.com/
Travel Wisconsin: https://www.travelwisconsin.com/
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Spring has sprung! This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan help you plan your spring travels. From hearing about what is happening in Wisconsin with Aron Meudt-Thering, senior communications specialist with Travel Wisconsin, to upcoming activities at the Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa in Galena, you are sure to be inspired. Plus, which 5 popular destinations will become more expensive in 2024?
For more information:
Aron Meudt-Thering: https://www.travelwisconsin.com/
Colin Sanderson: https://www.eagleridge.com/galena-spa
Abbi Porter: https://www.eagleridge.com/galena-spa-treatments
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Slancha! On this episode of Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan hear from friends Emily and Linda about their recent excursion to Scotland. Plus, learn about the world of film tourism with Jenni Steele, Film + Creative Industries Manager with Visit Scotland!
For more information:
https://www.visitscotland.com/
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Zdravo! On this episode of Round Trip, Colleen and Megan discuss Megan's recent trip to Croatia and her experience with yachting through the Adriatic Sea. They are joined by Aljoša Rijavec of Goolets to learn about the variety of yachts available and how that is a unique way to experience the country. Plus, learn about Dubrovnik with Miroslav Draskovic, the director of the city himself!
For More Information:
Goolets: https://www.goolets.net/
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Start planning your next trip! On this episode of Round Trip, Colleen and Megan are joined by three authors who write about travel. Learn about the hidden gems and the various cultures across the United States with Daniel Seddiquie, the most traveled person in America. Ready for a staycation? Jessica Mlinaric shares a guide of secret spots across Chicago. Plus award-winning author (and Colleen's old producer!) Audrey Wilson spills her writing secrets.
For More Information:
Daniel Seddiqui: https://www.livingthemap.com/
Jessica Mlinaric: https://www.jessicamlinaric.com/
Audrey Wilson: https://www.audreywilsonauthor.com/about-audrey.html
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Sláinte! On this episode of Round Trip, Colleen and Megan hear about their friends Emily and Linda's recent getaway to Dublin. Hear about hidden gems in the emerald isle from their tour guide Ross O'Connor and their hotel stays in the capital. They are also joined by Michelle Blake, the director of sales and marketing from The Dylan Hotel and Lucas Ochonski, the general manager of The Wilder Townhouse. Plus, where to get the best Guinness in Dublin!
For More Information:
The Dylan Hotel: https://www.dylan.ie/
The Wilder Townhouse: https://www.thewilder.ie/en/
Ross O'Connor: https://www.instagram.com/talktoross/
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Caution: do not listen while hungry! This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan learn about the culinary scene in Wisconsin (the location of the next season of Top Chef!) with Maria Van Horn, the deputy director at Wisconsin Department of Tourism. Also, Colleen's friends Eddie Arana and Frank Pantell stop by and share their Chicago restaurant recs.
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This week on Round Trip Colleen and Megan recount Megan's trip to the Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos resort in Mexico on the design and accommodations. They also speak with marketing director of the resort, Angelica Basurto. Plus, building luxury wellness retreat experiences with Tammy Peterson.
For more information from our guests:
Angelica Basurto: https://www.haciendadelmar.com.mx/
Tammy Peterson: https://wellnessmarketingltd.com/
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Time for take-off! This week on Round Trip Colleen and Megan explore various careers in aviation. They chat with pilot Rachel Tajer and flight attendant Codi Guthrie on what it's like soaring the skies as a woman. Also, Megan gives her tips on new travel tech.
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Happy Holidays! This week on Round Trip Colleen and Megan talk with filmmaker and travel journalist Brandy Yanchyk about the beautiful country of Canada, and learn about champagne and French holiday traditions with Ann-Laure, head of communications for Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte.
For more information from our guests:
Brandy Yanchyk: https://www.pbs.org/show/seeing-canada-with-brandy-yanchyk/
Ann-Laure: https://www.nicolas-feuillatte.com/us/
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan chat with Suzanne Kenzer on the sights of Iceland, what to wear in Reykjavík, and the best way to visit: with a cruise.
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https://www.windstarcruises.com/
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are taking risks and getting active! On this episode they are discussing the differences between hard adventure and soft adventure sports, as well as how to get started if you are new to this type of traveling. They have a conversation with Cassie Mordini with the Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation, as well as a representative from REI Experiences.
More Information from our Guest can be Found Here:
Cassie Mordini: www.outdoorrecreation.wi.gov
Josh Da Silva: www.gotraveler.com/next-travel-star
Jeff Stivers: www.rei.com
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan take their good friend Suzanne's advice and head to Washington DC to explore the historic city! After giving an overview of their trip, Colleen and Megan are joined by Freddie Sanchez, Director of Sales and Marketing at Washington Marriott Capital Hill, to discuss where they stayed!
More Information from our Guest can be Found Here:Freddie Sanchez: www.marriott.com
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan will commemorate their 100th episode by inviting some friends on the show for a "fireside chat" to share their favorite memories and moments that have impacted them.
More Information from our Guest can be Found Here:Terri Guthrie: https://travelwithterri.net/
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Mamma Mia! Here we go again! This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan recount Colleen's recent voyage on Celestyal Cruises where she sailed to various Greek islands. Colleen and Megan are joined by Michelle Suker with Celestyal Cruises to discuss the experiences they offer.
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Michelle Suker: celestyal.com/us/
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan leave the roads & take to the trails, discussing national parks & trails. Together they discuss one of the country's most popular national parks, Yosemite, with Kate Holden with Visit Yosemite in Madera Country. Then, they take a deep dive into the national trails Wisconsin has to offer with Logan Wroge with Travel Wisconsin.
More Information from our Guest can be Found Here:
Kate Holden: yosemitethisyear.com
Logan Wroge: travelwisconsin.com
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan discuss the inevitable future of travel, artificial intelligence in the travel industry. Together they explore how AI can used to further better one's travel experience by talking to CMO Heidi Barfels with Visit Estes Park.
More Information from our Guest can be Found Here:
Heidi Barfels: visitestespark.com
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It's October, which means it's Harvest Season! This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are seeing how Harvest Season relates to travel by exploring volunteer opportunities, visiting local farms and inquiring about a haunted hotel. Colleen and Megan are joined by Jenna Pollard, Membership Program Manager at WWOOF-USA, George Richardson of Richardson Adventure Farm, and Dan Bennett with Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs.
More Information from our Guest can be Found Here:
Janna Pollard: wwoofusa.org
George Richardson: richardsonadventurefarm.com
Dan Bennett: crescent-hotel.com
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Let's shift gears to all things Halloween! This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are celebrating spooky season by checking out some Halloween-inspired Wisconsin travel ideas, and exploring the intersection of music, the genre of horror and pop culture. Colleen and Megan are joined by Anne Sayers, Secretary of Tourism in Wisconsin, and Scott Speck, Music Director of the Joffrey Ballet.
More Information from our Guest can be Found Here:
Anne Sayers: travelwisconsin.com
Scott Speck: joffrey.org
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Let's visit Washington DC! This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are exploring a topic they haven't talked about on the show yet. Washington D.C. is one of those popular destinations that is on a lot of people's 'Great American Bucket List.' Colleen and Megan are joined by their friend Suzanne Kenzer who will share with us some amazing DC hotels and activities!
More Information from our Guest can be Found Here:
familytravelck.com
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Round Trip is getting a little scientific! This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are covering a scientific topic in travel. While they sometimes cover art, culture, and adventure, they also like to rocket into space travel or learn about preserving the planet. In this episode, they're diving into the medical side of science and travel. They'll be joined by Dr. Mark Gomez, he's a physician and the hose of the "Health 360 with Dr. G" podcast!
More Information from our Guest can be Found Here:
Health360Podcast.com
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What's going on in Spain? This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan have a very special sponsored episode with a very special guest, Spain! They'll spend the day with Mr. Miguel Sanz, Director General of Turespaña, the Spanish Tourism Institute! Plus, he was recently elected as President of the European Travel Commission! They'll cover news, trends, and Spain travel updates, all with Mr. Sanz, and they couldn't be more excited to introduce him to you!
More Information from our Guests can be Found Here:
spain.info/en
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We're celebrating summertime in Milwaukee! This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are talking all about the lovely city of Milwaukee, and it's only a hop and a skip away from Chicago. There's a lot going on in Milwaukee from now through the fall so they're spending the entire episode diving into the city with their friends and experts on the area. They'll be joined by the President of Visit MKE, along with the State Fair, Irish Fest, and Summerfest!
More Information from our Guests can be Found Here:
visitmilwaukee.org
wistatefair.com/wsfp
irishfest.com
summerfest.com
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Time to hit the water! This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are dedicating the episode to all of the water babies and beach lovers out there. They'll talk about the "Airbnb of boats" Boatsetter, and give tips for your next beach vacation. Plus, they'll be joined by the US Virgin Islands Commissioner to talk about what makes the Us Virgin Islands a great place to visit!
More Information from our Guests can be Found Here:
visitusvi.com
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This week on Round Trip is all about the five senses! Colleen Kelly and Megan will talk about how we taste, touch, hear, smell, and see our way through travel. Every place and every culture offers ways to experience traveling in a multisensory way. Plus, Quiet Parks International and the founder of Five Senses Travel will join the show to talk about sensory travel.
More Information from our Guests can be Found Here:quietparks.org
fivesensestraveller.com
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are focusing on women in travel who are 40 and over! It's a group of travelers not to discount. They're everywhere, seeking new adventures, and coming together to share their experiences. On this episode, our hosts will be joined by a journalist and author to talk about her new book surrounding this very topic, and the founders of a company that focuses on health and wellness products which women over 40 will love!
More Information from our Guests can be Found Here:lisaniver.com
plantjuiceoils.com
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are heading to the southwest United States! They'll focus on a few cities with rich history, culture, and really good cuisine. Plus, Travel Santa Ana and a Texas expert will join the show to talk about their respective locations. So, saddle up! Let's go South and West!
More Information from our Guests can be Found Here:travelsantaana.com
cynthiadrake.com
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are finishing up their Wine Country series. In this episode, they'll be talking all about one of the most well-known, iconic wine spots in the world, Napa Valley. Plus, a friend of Colleen's, Don Shindle, will join the show to discuss the motherland of wine countries.
More Information from our Guests can be Found Here:marriott.com
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are talking all about summer travel. Summer trips are in full swing! If you haven't booked yours yet, you can easily still book a road trip or weekend getaway, but how should you prepare and where should you go? Colleen and Megan will have some travel tips to share, and they'll be joined by Mike and Ann Howard, travel experts of the brand Honeytrek!
More Information from our Guests can be Found Here:honeytrek.com
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are talking all about immersive experiences that you can partake in when you travel. What exactly does that mean? Well, they'll talk with Stefanie Batten Bland about a Macbeth-inspired Sleep No More performance, and a co-founder of a magical bar that's now open in Chicago called The Cauldron. Plus, Megan and her artistic collaborator Carly are debuting a Led Zeppelin inspired dance performance, and they're going to give us all of the details.
More Information from our Guests can be Found Here:rambledancetheater.ludus.commckittrickhotel.com/sleep-no-more
thecauldron.io
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are back with their wine country series! They've talked with Sonoma County and Poland, but on this episode, they have decided to do something a bit creative. Joining them in-studio, from Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, is master sommelier Serafin Alvarado. He joins the show to talk about the art of wine tasting!
More Information from our Guests can be Found Here:
southernglazers.com
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are continuing to talk all about Mammoth Lakes, California! Last week, Colleen and Megan had a blast chatting with Visit Mammoth. After learning a lot about the area, they're ready to jump into more conversation about the action happening on Mammoth Mountain is special guest, Joani Lynch, from Mammoth Resorts!
More Information from our Guest can be Found Here:
mammothmountain.com
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are talking all about Mammoth Lakes, California! Our hosts recently took a trip out to California to shoot an episode for their PBS show 'Family Travel with Colleen Kelly,' and they got to experience an amazing week in this stunning destination. In this episode, they're sharing their experience, as well as chatting with a Mammoth Lakes expert to learn even more about what Mammoth has to offer!
More Information from our Guest can be Found Here:
visitmammoth.com
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are continuing their wine country series! Last time, they talked to Sonoma County and it was a blast. On this episode, their good friend Szymon Gatlik will be joining them all the way from Poland to talk about Polish wine!
More Information from our Guests can be Found Here:
facebook.com/krakowfoodandtravel
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are covering Indigenous Tourism. What is it, why is it important, and how can you get involved around the United States in activities and events led by Tribal nations? This is the episode to listen to to learn all about Indigenous Tourism!
More Information from our Guests can be Found Here:
natow.org
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It's festival season! This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are talking all about music festivals, food festivals, and other outdoor events galore! Part of the thrill of traveling is running into these kinds of events that bring the community together and showcase the uniqueness of the area!
More Information from our Guests can be Found Here:
travelwisconsin.com
shreveport-bossier.org
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Let's focus on accessible & inclusive travel! This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are talking about trends in the travel industry in terms of accessibility. Where can you go that has accessible and inclusive options for all types of travelers? We'll find out together on this episode of Round Trip!
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It's another road trip episode! This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are talking about destinations in places like Wisconsin and Illinois that make for great road trips with beautiful views, which works out perfectly as Mother's Day is just around the corner and you might just want to treat Mom to a weekend away!
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travelwisconsin.com
eagleridge.com
blog.valdosta.edu
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Let's enjoy a sunny Spring day! This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are talking about all the ways to get excited about spring in Chicago with cool events and experiences happening across the city. They'll talk with an iconic Navy Pier hotel, and the Museum of Ice Cream - two great places to visit this spring!
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sablehotel.com
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We're traveling to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania! This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are talking about the home of the cheese steak, the Liberty Bell, and the Phillies! Colleen took a spontaneous trip a few months ago to visit her best friend, so Colleen will cover some of her amazing experiences from her single-day adventure in the city! Plus, the Managing Director of the Loews Philadelphia hotel Darryll Adams, will join the show to talk about the Loews Philadelphia and why it is a perfect place to stay when you visit Philly!
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For all those interested in Astrology, this is your episode! This week on Round Trip, Colleen Kelly and Megan are talking about the intersections of travel and astrology! They'll also be joined by famed astrology expert Susan Miller, as well as Colleen's close family member who is not only a Doctor of Behavioral Health but also an Oracle and Tarot Reader!
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astrologyzone.com
littletonco.gov
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Do you have a favorite small town that you love to visit in the U.S.? This week on Round Trip with Colleen Kelly, Colleen and Megan will talk with a few hidden small towns you may just want to visit this spring or summer. Each small town has its own unique charms and our hosts will be sharing a few of their favorites! Plus, Tracy Padot, the Vice President of Marketing Communications for the Greater Lansing Convention & Visitors Bureau and Kelli Narde, Communications Director of Littleton, Colorado will join the show to talk about their amazing small towns.
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lansing.org
littletonco.gov
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This week on Round Trip with Colleen Kelly, Colleen and Megan are talking about one of their favorite places... Ireland! Not only is St. Patrick's Day coming up, but Colleen will be traveling to Ireland this fall, and you can join in the trip! President of Guidester, Jack Baumann, will join the episode to talk about the collaboration with Colleen to bring a small group of you to Ireland this fall.
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guidester.com
familytravelck.com
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This week on Round Trip with Colleen Kelly, we're starting a new series of episodes all about Wine Country! Colleen and Megan will talk with wine experts and wine destinations around the world to learn about why wine makes people travel. In this first episode, our hosts will cover Sonoma County with the help of Birgitt Vaughan, the director of Public Relations at Sonoma County Tourism!
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This week on Round Trip with Colleen Kelly, we're returning to the subject of sustainability! Colleen and Megan will talk about efforts being made to help preserve our planet, including ways to travel and help out the planet yourself! Plus, Colleen and Megan will be joined by experts in the industry of sustainability.
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exodustravels.com
ebioatlas.org
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This week on Round Trip with Colleen Kelly, we're entering Travel Podcast land! There are many ways to consume information about travel, and Round Trip is not the only podcast out there. In this episode, Colleen and Megan will talk with other avid travelers who have developed their own podcasts!
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extrapackofpeanuts.com
thetravelwins.com
zerototravel.com
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This week on Round Trip with Colleen Kelly, we are learning about how to get the most out of the winter season in the Midwest! In Chicago, we know what it's like during the cold months of the year and it's sometimes hard to get out of the house to treat yourself to a weekend getaway; but Suzanne Kenzer will join the show to talk about a few Wisconsin resorts that make great winter getaways.
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This week on Round Trip with Colleen Kelly, we're gearing up for Valentine's Day! Love is in the air, and it's a very popular time to book that date night or long weekend getaway. In this episode, we're sharing local Chicago highlights that can inspire ideas for your Valentine's Day booking, no matter where you are tuning in! Plus, InterContinental Chicago and K'Alma Spa Concepts will be joining us to talk about their Valentine's Day offerings.
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kalmaspas.com
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It's tech week! This week on Round Trip, Collen and Megan talk all about travel technology and gadgets. It's one of their favorite things to talk about on the show, so they're dedicating a whole episode to some new gadgets they've tried out and some upcoming technology to look for in 2023. Plus, meteorologist Rick Reichmuth, joins the show to talk about the Weatherman Umbrella!
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There are many different ways to plan a vacation and this week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan take a look and talk about different strategies for planning a trip! Plus, our hosts are joined by Jack Baumann, the Founder and CEO of Guidester, and Megan's own parents, Jim and Kris Kudla!
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This week on Round Trip, we're headed down to Tennessee. Colleen and Megan talk with guests Chad Netherland and Michele Canney about this mountain city, and Colleen shares her recent experience in Gatlinburg!
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Experience art is one way to travel the world! This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan talk with different artists in Chicago. From an inside look into Chicago architecture, to a behind-the-scene's peek into the Joffrey Ballet, this is exploration through art!
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Happy New Year! In this first episode 2023, Colleen and Megan talk about what's going on in the world of travel, and they have some travel gadgets to share. Plus, Host and Producer of Bare Feet on PBS, Mickela Mallozi joins the show to talk about her adventures in travel.
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The holidays are in full swing and Colleen and Megan take a look at how the holidays are celebrated in different places in the world! Plus, Lynn Osmond, CEO of Choose Chicago, gives us the details on where we can celebrate this holiday season in our city!
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This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan talk about traveling with multiple generations! Plus, creators of Roamaroo, Scott & Collette Stohler talk about travelling with infants, and Colleen's mom, joins the show to talk about traveling as a grandparent!
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Colleen recently took a trip to Colombia and this week, on Round Trip, she's sharing her experience! Colleen and Megan talk about this amazing South American country, and US Executive Director of ProColombia, Ricardo Pedroza, and Gastronomy Consultant, Veronica Socarras join the show to talk about Colombia!
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This week on Round Trip, we're finding ways for you to make the holidays feel like home, no matter where you may be celebrating. Colleen and Megan will talk with HomeExchange, the Blackstone Hotel, and AirHelp; three great resources to help make your holidays a homey experience!
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Let's play in Peoria! This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Megan discuss this heartland city, and Colleen recounts her recent college visit with her daughter. Plus, the CEO of Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, J.D. Dalfonso has the best recommendations when visiting Peoria; and the CEO of Wildlife Prairie Park, Roberta English will talk about this amazing place to see wildlife in the area.
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Is your stomach growling? This week on Round Trip with Colleen Kelly, we're taking a look at food and travel. Colleen and Chris will talk with Caroline Wilson, the Founder of Belfast Food Tour, about taking an Irish food tour in Belfast. Then Rachel Kerr, Senior Director at Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin, will join the show to discuss cheese and dairy in Wisconsin. Yum!
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This week on Round Trip with Colleen Kelly, our team takes a look at what it means to tell your own travel story through different formats such as visual storytelling and storytelling through writing. Plus, our hosts Colleen and Chris will talk with Jennifer Barger, Senior Travel Editor at National Geographic, and Anne Sayers, Secretary-Designee of Travel Wisconsin.
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The holidays are right around the corner and it's time to start working on your travel plans. This week on Round Trip with Colleen Kelly, Colleen and Chris, and their producers Megan and Lane, take a look at what's in store for this upcoming season of travel. Plus, Scott Keyes, Founder of "Scott's Cheap Flights" tells us how to get the best deals on airfare, and Communications Director of Travel Wisconsin, Craig Trost, has the best details for traveling this Wisconsin this fall!
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The leaves are changing and the temperature is cooling, which means it's time to start planning your fall camping adventure! Colleen and Chris are joined by writer Heather Mundt, author of "Colorado Family Adventure," and the Director of the Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation Mary Monroe Brown, to give us the best tips and recommendations for camping this fall!
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Happy 50th Episode! This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Chris celebrate their 50th episode with the 10-time Emmy Award winning producer, best known as a co-creator and executive producer for The Amazing Race AND author of the upcoming book, The Official Amazing Race Travel Companion: Elise Doganieri! Join us as we get a close look into the making of the hit television series, and her upcoming book.
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Fall is here and it's the season of beautiful changing leaves, cozy scarves, warm drinks, and so much more. This week on Round Trip, our hosts Colleen and Chris will take us to some wonderful fall getaway destinations and recommend some gadgets for your next fall trip with the little ones. Plus, Kamady Lewis, the Marketing Manager for the Nashville/Brown County Convention and Visitors Bureau will join us to discuss Nashville, Indiana!
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O Canada, we stand on guard for thee! We're taking a trip to visit our neighbors to the north in this episode of Round Trip! To talk about the amazing country of Canada, Colleen and Chris are joined by many great guests this week: Publisher & Managing Editor of Ottawa Life Magazine Dan Donovan, Travel Writer and Editor Suzanne Kenzer, and Darby Sutherland, Lead of Earned Media at Tourism Saskatoon & Brooke Lochbaum from Tourism Saskatchewan!
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Are you ready to relax and unwind? This week on Round Trip, Colleen and Chris are sharing places to visit for luxury, restoration, and self-care! Kenan Simmons, Senior Vice President of the America's Region at Small Luxury Hotels of the World will join our hosts to discuss great Small Luxury Hotels you can visit! Plus, Cortney Fries, Freelance Writer, will talk about her experience at KOSA Spa in Madison Wisconsin!
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Air travel may be quick, but making your way through the airport can be quite chaotic. This week, Colleen and Megan have tips and tricks to share to help make your next trip to the airport as painless as possible. Plus, Travel expert Johnny Jet has some expert insider info for traveling, and Senior Vice President of Sales for The Parking Spot, Ed Orkand, can help you find parking at the airport.
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We're not done with Austria yet. This week we'll visit the region where Mozart was born and 'The Sound of Music' was filmed. Join Colleen and Megan as they talk about the Holiday Region of Austria, Dachstein Salzkammergut and Salzburg. Plus, Klemens Kollenz, the Sales and Marketing Manager for Salzburg Tourism, and Christian Schirlbauer, the Director of Tourism for the Dachstein Salzkammergut Region have the best recommendations for these areas of Austria!
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Vienna waits for you! While Vienna waits though, Colleen and her co-host Megan is here to talk about this beautiful city and the beautiful country of Austria. They'll also be joined by Sigrid Pichler, Manager of Public Relations at the Austrian National Tourist Office, and Yi Ding, Business Owner for the Eurail market, to give you the best recommendations for visiting Vienna, Austria. So what are you waiting for? As Billy Joel has said before, Vienna waits for you!
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Dreaming of Germany? Colleen recently took a family vacation to Germany and this week she's here to share her experience in the Bavarian capital of Munich! Plus, Kai-Heinrich Kohl, the Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at the hotel Le Meridién, joins the show to talk about this very unique hotel!
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This week on Round Trip we're taking a trip into outer space! Colleen and Chris have all of the latest info on space tourism and how close we are to regularly taking trips to space. Plus Associate Professor at Purdue University and Specialist in Sustainable Tourism, Jonathan Day, PhD will join the show to discuss space travel and sustainability.
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Summer is the time to take a vacation, and what better way to get away, than a road trip to your next destination! Colleen and Chris have the best tips to give you before you take your next road trip. But if you're looking for some inspiration on where you might like to go, Eric Dregni, the author of 'The Impossible Road Trip, and Jim Hinckley, author of 'Here We Are... On Route 66: A Journey Down America's Main Street,' have some amazing recommendations!
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Looking for a place to stay in the great city of Chicago? Colleen, Chris, and our producer Megan stayed at three amazing hotels in Chicago and had some great times that they'd like to share. Representatives from each hotel will also be joining the show to tell us what it's like to stay at each hotel. Kevin Kelly, Director of Sales and Marketing at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Anthony Zamora, General Manager of The Langham, and Morgan Eagles, General Manager of theWit Hotel can help you decide where you might like to stay during your Chicago staycation!
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Sweet home Chicago! Colleen and Chris take a look at fun and interesting things to do in their home city of Chicago with the help of Lynn Osmond, the President & CEO of Choose Chicago, and Rosalind Cummings-Yeates, the author of the book '52 Things to do in Chicago!'
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Pets are family, so why leave them at home when vacationing? This week, Colleen and Chris talk about traveling with your furry best friends. Elaine Mathis, Project Manager and Pet Travel Specialist for Happy Tails Travel, and Erin Ballinger, Destinations Editor for BringFido, also join the show to give you best tips and tricks for traveling with your dog or cat!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summer is the time to travel and the time to take that camping trip! This week, Colleen and Chris have the key questions to ask yourself before you go camping. Also, Laureen Siciliano, Operations Lead for REI Lincoln Park talks with Colleen about how REI can help you have a great time outdoors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summer is just around the corner and Colleen and Chris have the top travel spots for 2022! Also, travel journalists Meena Thiruvengadam and Nick Kontis join the show to discuss their travel adventures and share some summer recommendations!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With so many different ways to travel, Colleen and Chris discuss the pros, cons, and tips of traveling by water, air, and land! Plus, Dan Piehler, Strategic Account Manager of Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, joins the show to talk river cruising!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this series finale of our Round Trip Career Fair, Colleen and Chris are joined by travel influencer Rob Taylor of 2TravelDads and Paul Cohen, Co-Founder and Partner at International Experiences Limited. Listen in to find out what it's like to travel around the world for your job!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's part two of our Round Trip Career Fair series! This week, Colleen and Chris are joined by travel writer and editor, Suzanne Kenzer. Suzanne discusses the ins-and-outs of making a living as a travel writer!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Round Trip, we begin our three week Career Fair! On this episode, Colleen and Chris discuss their history in the travel industry, and our guest is Ralph Velasco, he's a travel photographer, and the Founder and CEO of both PhotoEnrichment Adventures and Alla Campagna Experiences!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's May 2022 and our Round Trip hosts Colleen Kelly and Chris have the best information for planning for Memorial Day Weekend! With guests Maddie Bourgerie, Spokesperson for RVShare, and Dave Sekeres, General Manager of the Lake Lawn Resort, you can plan on having a great Memorial Day Weekend!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Last week we learned all about Lafayette, Louisiana. This week, our hosts give the details on the family-friendly Mardi Gras in Lafayette! Plus, Ben Berthelot - President and CEO of Lafayette Travel - joins us again, along with Grammy Award Winning Zydeco artist Chubby Carrier!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our hosts Colleen Kelly and Chris Paull visited Lafayette, Louisiana and they have all of the best information about this family friendly town. The guests this week with the inside information on Lafayette are Ben Berthelot, President and CEO of Lafayette Travel, and Kat Collette and Armond of McGee's Louisiana Swamp & Airboat Tours!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Colleen has returned from her spring break vacation and she visited Los Cabos, Mexico! Our hosts give us the best ways to have an adventure in Los Cabos. Plus, the Managing Director of the Los Cabos Tourism Board, Rodrigo Esponda, and the Director of Sales at Dreams Los Cabos Suites Golf Resort & Spa Zitlaly Patrón join the conversation with more information on this tropical desert destination.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The rules for traveling these days are always changing. This week, Colleen and Chris have the current tips and tricks for flying to your next desired destination! Plus, Kathy McCabe the Host and Executive Producer of "Dream of Italy" on PBS, will join the show to discuss traveling to Italy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With all of the uncertainty in the world, sometimes the best vacation is in your own city. Colleen and Chris recently had their own staycations in Chicago and they want to share their experience with you! Plus, Giselle Laborde, the Director of Sales and Travel Advisor of MENA Tours & Travel, has the best tips for working with a travel advisor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After spending some time in the Reno-Tahoe area of Nevada and California, our hosts Colleen Kelly and Chris tell us about their amazing experience at the Grand Sierra Resort! Executive Director of Marketing for the Grand Sierra Resort, Kaycea Wallin also has the best information if you'd like to stay there too!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner and our hosts Colleen and Chris have some fun facts about the holiday! Plus, Executive Vice President of Tourism Ireland Alison Metcalfe has all of the details about St. Patrick's Day in Ireland, and Brittany Robbins the Director of Marketing of the Swissotel, tells us all about this Chicago hotel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With Covid-19 cases falling in Chicago, Broadway in Chicago has opened back up to the public! Colleen and Chris discuss upcoming Broadway shows in Chicago, and Marika Aubrey joins the show to talk about the musical 'Come From Away.'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just in time for Valentine's day, this week on Round Trip, Colleen and Chris focus on romance while traveling! Colleen shares the experience of her destination wedding. Plus guests Scott and Collette Stohler of Roamaroo and the 'World's Longest Honeymooners' Mike and Ann of Honeytrek, discuss traveling with your significant other.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on "Round Trip" Colleen and Chris take us back to their trip to London, England! The Director of Tourism at Visit London, Tracy Halliwell, joins the show to provide some of the finer details about visiting London. Plus, our hosts have some travel apps to recommend!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our experts in travel, Colleen and Chris, give us the best tips and tricks to travelling responsibly by keeping sustainability in mind. Later, Matt Berna from Intrepid Travel and Jen Nilsson of The Lens of Jen join the show to give us their sustainable recommendations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Colleen gives you the latest travel news. Then she talks about the best tips of getting through the airport especially in the time of Covid. What's the best way to pack? There are also travel apps that can help you out on your vacation journey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonjour, comment ça va! Let Colleen and Chris take you on a rendez-vous through Paris, France with stories to share, one of the best places to stay, and a secret spot with a great view of the Eiffel Tower!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Last week Colleen talked about Northern Ireland and this week she went south to the Republic of Ireland. She discussed everything she did in Ireland and talked with special guests Anne Mckiernan and Alison Metcalfe!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Colleen Kelly is taking us Northern Ireland this week with experiences to share and tips for when you next visit the Emerald Isle. Plus, all the way from Ireland, Siobhan Kielt from the Titanic Hotel in Belfast, and Nikki Picken from The Bush Mills Inn join the show to talk about some great places to stay and visit in Northern Ireland!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have you wanted to take a hiking vacation? Colleen and Chris have all of the info on Inn-To-Inn Hiking and more travel news. Plus, our hosts have the best travel tips for how to vacation without using a hotel; and later, travel expert Johnny Jet joins the conversation to discuss different ways to travel!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Colleen went over the latest travel news including a story about train travel in Europe. The rest of the show was about living and traveling in a van or RV. The musical duo, Transit Soul, joined Colleen to talk about their life on the road. Evan Hopkins from Outdoorsy was a guest and talked about the process of trying to get a van for you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, Colleen is talking Michigan and places you can go that you can do in just one day. She also has the latest travel news. Producer Megan was in Petoskey, MI and talked about her time there. Linda Hart from the Holland Area Visitor's Bureau joined the show to talk about Holland, MI. Diane Dakins came on to add what Megan had to say on Petoskey.
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This week 's show kicks off with some encouraging travel news about our neighbors to the North. The ladies then reminisce about the incredible time they had at Country Thunder before bringing in Gerry Krochak, the Director of Corporate and Media Relations for the festival. Gerry talks about the unforgettable moment that took place in Wisconsin and details the other Country Thunder events that are taking place this year. Then, Dave Sekeres, General Manager of Lake Lawn Resort jumps on the show to tell Colleen why Lake Lawn is one of the premier destinations for a fall getaway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, Colleen takes on one of the most pressing travel debates: East coast, or West coast? After covering travel news regarding Disney World in Florida and fossil finds in California, Colleen shares some factoids to help you decide which coast is for you. Stephanie Rodriguez, Public Relations Manager of Visit Tampa Bay jumps on the show to discuss the impressive overhaul the city has gone through to benefit tourists. Plus, in-depth reviews of three different portable chargers to ensure you're getting the most bang for your buck as you keep your devices running.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the inaugural episode of Round Trip, Colleen Kelly is talking all about European travel! In the first half of the show, Colleen shares some encouraging news about the Notre Dame cathedral and tells you all about a travel vest that you'll have to see to believe. Later, travel experts (and best friends) Carrie Daniels, and Sarah Mayes recount the moment that they met Colleen and share their favorite European travel tips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.