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Travel Mug Podcast
Come chat with Meggan & Jenn about travel planning, travel tips & tricks, and travel fails every week. Don’t forget your travel mug!
Episodes
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Why You Should Wear Compression Socks While Flying - Travel Tip Tuesday
Have you ever considered wearing compression socks on a flight? This week on Travel Tip Tuesday, Meggan shares how compression socks might help with…
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The Best Places in the World to See Fall Colours
Love the fall colours but not sure where to go to see them? We share some of the best places around the world to enjoy the changing leaves, from right here in…
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Beware When Buying Airline Gift Cards - Travel Tip Tuesday
Thinking of giving someone an airline gift card—or saving a few to pay for your next flight? Before you book, there’s something you should know! In this Travel…
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Jenn's Alberta Trip Report: Calgary, Banff, Jasper & Canmore
Planning a trip to Alberta? In this episode, we’re sharing all the details from Jenn’s eight-day Alberta trip, including Calgary, Banff, Jasper and Canmore. We…
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Why You Should Take a Solo Weekend Getaway - Travel Tip Tuesday
Ever thought about taking a weekend getaway all by yourself? Meggan shares the benefits of taking a solo weekend trip, from getting a mental reset and stepping…
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Insider's Guide to Bali with Silvia from The Good Observer
Planning a trip to Bali? We’re joined by Silvia, founder of The Good Observer, for an insider’s guide to experiencing Bali beyond the tourist bubble. She…
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Air Canada Business Class Basic: Is It Worth the Savings? - Travel Tip Tuesday
Is saving $100 worth giving up some of your business class perks? Air Canada has introduced new Premium Economy Basic and Business Class Basic fares, but what…
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The Ultimate Guide to Shoulder Season Travel: Pros, Cons & Tips from Susan Catto
Want to save money and avoid the crowds on your next trip? Shoulder season travel might be the answer! In this episode, Susan Catto from Travelzoo joins us to…
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You Can Still Have Summer Fun In September! Travel Tip Tuesday
Is summer really almost over? Before the cooler weather settles in, Meggan shares some easy ways to make the most of the remaining warm days and help you…
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The Best Careers For Travel Lovers
Want to travel more without waiting for your next vacation? We explore some of the best careers and work arrangements for travel lovers. From pilots and flight…
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Get Travel Perks from Owning Stock With Shareholder Benefits - Travel Tip Tuesday
Did you know that owning shares in certain travel companies can come with perks like cruise onboard credits, hotel discounts, elite status, and car rental…
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Beginner's Guide to Cruising with Geoff from Abeam Travel Design
Thinking about taking your first cruise? In this beginner’s guide to cruising, we’re joined by travel advisor Geoff from Abeam Travel Design to break down…
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Why You Should Get an Extra Driver on Your Car Rental - Travel Tip Tuesday
Meggan shares her car rental experience in Portugal and why it was important to add a second driver, which they don't normally do! Support the Travel Mug…
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Our Weekend Away - Do We Actually Like One Another?!
We have officially taken our first trip together. Learn how we planned our weekend away, where we went, what we ate, and who we met (hint: it's a pretty famous…
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Should You Travel With Your Wedding Rings - Travel Tip Tuesday
Ever wonder if you should leave your wedding rings (or other sentimental/expensive jewelry) at home while you travel? Jenn considers when you should leave them…
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What to Do, Eat and See With One Week in Copenhagen - Jenn's Trip Recap
Jenn is back from one week in Copenhagen (& one day in Sweden!). She shares all about the Copenhagen airport and EES, where to stay in Copenhagen, what to do…
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WestJet and Icelandair Announce a Codeshare Agreement!
Exciting news for Canadians visiting Europe or Europeans visiting Canada, WestJet and Icelandair signed a reciprocal codeshare agreement in June. Meggan shares…
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The Ultimate Guide to Long-Term Travel with a Baby with Riana from Teaspoon of Adventure
Instead of spending their parental leave at home, Riana and her husband decided to put all of their things in storage and take their baby and dog on a…
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Is Air Travel Getting More Turbulent? Travel Tip Tuesday
After a not-so-fun flight, Jenn researches whether turbulence is getting worse (spoiler alert: it is). She also shares some tips to make flying more…
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Meggan's Portugal Road Trip - What She Did, Ate, and Saw (& Mistakes She Made)
Meggan and her husband spent two weeks traveling Portugal, and she shares all the highs and lows of their adventure, including what she would choose to do…
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New Currency Conversion Trap to Avoid - Travel Tip Tuesday
Meggan shares her recent experience in Portugal when paying with her credit card or withdrawing cash. The machines may ask if you want to "accept or reject…
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Beginner's Guide to Glasgow, Scotland
If you're planning your Scotland adventure, don't miss heading to Glasgow! This fun city is full of great things to do, eat, and see. We break down how to get…
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Your Last Chance to Fix 4 Things Before Summer - Travel Tip Tuesday
If you plan to travel this summer, now is the time to make sure you have your ducks in a row! Meggan shares four things you should do now to make sure you're…
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Mastering Aeroplan and Air Canada Status with Geoff from Abeam Travel Design
If you're wondering how to get free flights with Aeroplan points, how to get into the Maple Leaf Lounge, or what the SQCs mean, Geoff breaks it all down for…
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Can Airlines Add a Fuel Surcharge After You Book? Travel Tip Tuesday
Flight and fuel prices have been chaotic over the past few weeks. With all the uncertainty, many are wondering if airlines can charge you a fuel surcharge on…
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How We Reset After a Rough Travel Day
Bad days happen when you are traveling, but you can reset! Here is how we handle jet lag, anxiety, illness or injury, transportation issues, and more! Support…
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What is the New Iceland Road Tax in 2026 - Travel Tip Tuesday
Iceland has introduced a new road tax: a per-kilometre fee that applies to everyone driving in Iceland, even tourists! Here's how much it will cost and how to…
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Everything You Need to Know About Getting Married Abroad with Aimee from Snap Happy Travel
Have you been thinking about a destination wedding or getting married abroad? Aimee from Snap Happy Travel joins us to talk about planning a wedding in a…
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United Airlines New Headphone Policy - Travel Tip Tuesday
United Airlines has officially banned listening to your phone or other device without headphones! This means streaming videos, scrolling social media, and…
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How to Earn a Freelance Income to Travel More or Move Abroad with Jen on the Run
If money and time off from work are holding you back from travelling more, Jen from Jen on the Run discusses how to start a freelance career and how she moved…
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Consider a Travel Carbon Monoxide Detector - Travel Tip Tuesday
Yes, this episode is a bit of a bummer, but it is also an important safety consideration. Many Airbnbs do not provide a carbon monoxide detector, an odorless…
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How to Plan a Quick Trip (48 Hours or Less)
Planning a quick weekend getaway trip can be tricky, especially when you only have two days to explore. Here we share tips and tricks to plan a quick trip, and…
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When to Trust Your Instincts and Cancel a Trip - Travel Tip Tuesday
We've all seen the headlines: multiple destinations have been impacted by world events. But when should we hit cancel on a trip? Meggan talks about research…
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Beginner's Guide to Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland
If you've been dreaming of visiting Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland, to see the Valley of 72 waterfalls for yourself, we break down everything you need to know…
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Medications That Are Illegal to Bring to Japan
Did you know it's illegal to bring certain medications into Japan, even with a prescription? Medications that contain stimulants are banned, so what does this…
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Why You Should Live and Work Abroad with Ryan Floyd
Ryan Floyd joins us to talk about his experience living and working abroad, including moving to Mumbai in his 20s and learning Hindi. We also talk about how to…
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Check Before You Pack Your Vape - Travel Tip Tuesday
We talk about the recent vaping/e-cigarette ban in Mexico and other countries where vaping is banned! It's not worth going to jail over, so check before you…
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Couples Travel with the Travel Mug Podcast Husbands
If you've ever wondered what Meggan and Jenn are actually like to travel with, this episode is for you! Meggan, Jenn, and their husbands talk about couples…
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Why You Should Visit Canada in 2026 - Travel Tip Tuesday
Canada is a beautiful country (not that we're biased... okay, we're totally biased) and we think you should come visit us! Coastlines, mountains, large cities…
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Travel Tips with Mark from Wolters World
We chat travel with professor and YouTuber Mark Wolters from Wolters World. He shares how his popular YouTube channel started, his love of travel, how he…
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Travel Hack to Save on Hotels - Travel Tip Tuesday
Jenn shares a travel hack she recently stumbled upon that saved her over $530 on her hotel in Toronto. The bonus? It only takes a few minutes to do! Support…
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2026 Travel Trends: 10 Ideas You Can Build a Trip Around
Need some travel ideas for 2026? We review Flight Centre's list of the top 10 travel trends for 2026, and how we might adapt them for our own travels. Support…
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Avoid Voiding Your Ticket Refunds - Travel Tip Tuesday
Many of us buy refundable tickets in case our travel plans change, but did you know you could accidentally void your refund by downloading tickets in advance?…
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2025 End of Year - Where Will We Go in 2026?
It's the end of 2025, so that must mean it's time for our year-end wrap-up, where we share where we are planning to go in 2026! Spoiler alert: we BOTH have…
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Travel as an Extension of Your Everyday Life - Travel Tip Tuesday
What if you could enjoy your favourite things in a different location? Meggan shares how to make travel an extension of your everyday life by incorporating…
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Christmasy Things to Do in Toronto, Ontario
Looking for festive things to do in Toronto? Jenn recently visited and shares all the holiday-related things she did (and the things she missed). Support the…
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Ryanair Boarding Pass Changes in 2025 - Travel Tip Tuesday
Ryanair recently announced that it is moving to 100% digital boarding passes as of November 12th, 2025. But what does that mean for travellers who do not have…
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Exploring Italy with PBS Dream of Italy Host Kathy McCabe
We chat with Kathy McCabe all about traveling to Italy. Kathy is the founder of Dream of Italy and Dream of Europe and hosts PBS shows of the same name. She is…
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What is the Entry/Exit System (EES) in Europe? Travel Tip Tuesday
Meggan shares details on the Entry/Exit System (EES) for the Schengen Area, which began in October 2025. Learn if it applies to you and how the system works…
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Tips for Traveling in Winter - What to Pack, How to Stay Warm & Safe
Travelling to a wintry and snowy destination? We have tips for you! We share packing tips for winter weather, what to look for when renting a car, and extra…
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How to Avoid Baggage Fees When Flying - Travel Tip Tuesday
Travel can be expensive, especially when airlines start adding fees to an already costly ticket! Jenn shares a few ways to save on baggage fees or avoid paying…
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Travel Hacking Tips with Barry Choi
Personal finance expert Barry Choi joins us to chat about travel hacking! Barry shares his tips on how to find the right credit card, when to apply for…
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What Makes a Great Airbnb? Travel Tip Tuesday
Meggan has stayed in over 75 different Airbnb properties, so she knows a thing or two about what makes a great Airbnb, and what makes an exceptional one!…
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Making Travel Easier as You Age: Mobility-Friendly Travel Tips
Cary Lowe, author of On Two Legs and Three Wheels, and his wife Trish join us to chat about traveling as you age, and traveling using a mobility scooter. Cary…
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Review Your Airlines' Battery Policy - Travel Tip Tuesday
You may have seen the news that some airlines are banning power banks or the use of lithium batteries while flying - so, before you leave home, it's important…
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Beginner's Guide to the Bahamas
Dreaming of an island getaway? We share tips and tricks for traveling to the Bahamas, including what to do, accommodations, how to get around, and more!…
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Plans Won’t Always Work Out...and That Is Okay! Travel Tip Tuesday
Meggan shares the story of an abandoned plan in Barcelona, and how they came to the decision to leave an experience they had already paid for. Sometimes plans…
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Barcelona Adventures: What Meggan Did, Ate, and Saw!
Meggan is back from Barcelona! She shares the neighbourhood they chose to stay in, where they ate, what they did, and the tourist traps they fell into along…
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Cross-Packing Strategies - Travel Tip Tuesday
Everyone dreads lost luggage, but cross-packing can help minimize the effect of a lost bag! Here's how and when to cross-pack! Support the Travel Mug Podcast…
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Exploring History Through Travel
Join us as we look at six places throughout the world that hold deep significance in history and should never be forgotten as we forge forward in today’s…