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Welcome to Vacation, the podcast that helps you plan the perfect getaway! Whether you're dreaming of a relaxing beach escape, a thrilling city adventure, or a scenic road trip, we bring you the best tips and ideas to make it happen. Discover top destinations, hidden gems, and must-do activities to suit every travel style. From budget-friendly travel hacks to luxury resort recommendations, our expert advice will help you craft the ultimate vacation. Tune in to explore new places and plan your…
Episodes
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Tour Managers Fiji: The Vacation Upgrade for Groups, Weddings, and Conferences
In this episode, we talk about Tour Managers Fiji and how they help travelers turn a Fiji vacation—especially a group vacation—into something smooth…
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The Vacation That Doesn’t Feel Manufactured: Aranui 5, Real Islands, Real People (Ep. 6)
In this episode, we talk about a very different kind of vacation—one built around authenticity, community, and remote island discovery—aboard the Aranui 5…
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An Austral Islands Vacation With Meaning: Culture, Craft, and Respectful Exploring (Ep. 5)
In this episode, we talk about the Austral Islands with veteran archaeologist Mark Eddowes, exploring how culture, archaeology, and community life can shape a…
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Guadalcanal Vacation Planning: Culture, Waterfalls, Beaches, and WWII History in One Trip
In this episode, we talk about building a Guadalcanal vacation in the Solomon Islands that feels both relaxing and meaningful—balancing cultural encounters…
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The Aranui 5 Vacation Formula: Included Island Days, Optional Lagoon Fun, and a Motu Picnic Finale (Ep. 4)
In this episode, we talk about what makes an Aranui 5 vacation feel so different from a typical cruise vacation—through a conversation with Lehi about shore…
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A Solomon Islands Vacation With Meaning: History, Waterfalls, and Island Culture
In this episode, we talk about planning a Solomon Islands vacation that blends unforgettable learning with relaxing island rhythms—without turning your trip…
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A Different Kind of Vacation: Aranui 5, Aranoa, and the Australs Up Close (Ep. 3)
In this episode, we talk about a vacation style that trades the predictable for the meaningful: freighter cruising in French Polynesia—where you experience…
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A Cruise That Delivers More Than You (Ep. 2) — Freight, Cargo, and Why Aranui Still Feels Like a Vacation
In this episode, we talk about how a working freight route can still feel like a true vacation—and why the cargo side of Aranui is actually part of what makes…
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Aranui 5 Behind the Scenes (Ep. 1) — How Guides Protect the “Relaxed” Feeling on Remote Voyages
In this episode, we talk about the behind-the-scenes work that keeps an Aranui 5 (or Aranoa) voyage feeling like a true vacation—even when remote-island…
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Moorea Vacation Stay: Niu Beach Hotel
In this episode, we talk about building a Moorea vacation around comfort, calm, and flexibility at Niu Beach Hotel. Sylvia Martino explains how this…
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The Perfect Moorea Lagoon Day—Relaxed Small-Group Snorkeling with Sea Scooters
In this episode, we talk about a vacation day that feels effortless but unforgettable: a guided lagoon adventure in Moorea with Nico from Moorea Water Games at…
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Unwind by the Sea: Breakas Beach Resort’s Relaxed Luxury
In this episode we talk about the gentle magic of Breakas Beach Resort — where time slows down and nature takes center stage. Host Normand Schafer highlights…
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Easy Escapes in Vanuatu: Stress-Free Exploring with Bountiful Tours
In this episode we talk about how Bountiful Tours and Transfers takes the stress out of getting around Vanuatu. Host Normand Schafer hears how travelers can…
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Mele Village Moments: Culture & Calm with Authentic Mala Tours
In this episode we talk about how cultural travel can also be incredibly restorative. Host Normand Schafer speaks with Authentic Mala Tours about how their…
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American Samoa: Where Tranquility Meets Adventure
In this episode we talk about why American Samoa is the perfect vacation destination for those who want to unwind while still having access to adventure. Host…
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Wings to Paradise: How Air Niugini Makes Your PNG Escape Easy
In this episode we talk about how Air Niugini provides comfort and reliability on your journey to vacation bliss. Host Normand Schafer speaks with the airline…
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Laid-Back Island Life at Agnes Gateway Hotel
In this episode we talk about how Agnes Gateway Hotel delivers a relaxing, rustic getaway for travelers looking to slow down. Host Normand Schafer speaks with…
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Cook Islands Tourism: Relaxation, Romance & Real Connections
In this episode we talk about what makes the Cook Islands the ideal vacation blend of tranquility and authenticity. Host Normand Schafer speaks with Daniel…
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Vacation Meets Volcano: Relaxed White Grass Resort Days on Tanna Island
In this episode, we talk about how Tanna Island, Vanuatu, can deliver both a true vacation reset and unforgettable adventure—White Grass Ocean Resort as a…
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Escape to Eden: How Adventures in Paradise Redefines Relaxation in Vanuatu
In this episode we talk about how Vanuatu offers not just relaxation, but rejuvenation through nature and culture. Host Normand Schafer speaks with Adventures…
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Cook Islands Tours: Relax, Explore & Connect in Paradise
In this episode we talk about how travelers can unwind and still experience culture with Cook Islands Tours. Host Normand Schafer and Timu discuss how the…
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Relax, Explore, Repeat: Fiji Cruise Life with Captain Cook
In this episode we talk about how a cruise with Captain Cook Cruises Fiji delivers the perfect blend of relaxation and exploration. Normand Schafer chats with…
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Cook Islands + Samoa Vacation Planning: The Smooth, Supported Way to Travel
In this episode, we talk about how to plan a vacation to the Cook Islands and Samoa that feels relaxing from day one—without the hidden planning stress that…
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Luxury that Feels Like Home: Recharging at Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort
In this episode we talk about the peaceful rhythm of days at Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort. Host Normand Schafer guides listeners through sunrise yoga, reef…
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Vacation Goals in the Cook Islands: Family Lagoon Snorkeling or Adults-Only Romance
In this episode, we talk about how the Cook Islands can deliver the best kind of vacation—easy lagoon time, warm hospitality, and a resort choice that truly…
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Sky High & Stress-Free: Arrive in Style with Island Hoppers Fiji
In this episode we talk about how to start your Fiji vacation with serenity—and excitement. Normand Schafer explores how Island Hoppers makes getting to your…
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Rest, Recharge & Reconnect: Finding Peace at InterContinental Fiji
In this episode we talk about how InterContinental Fiji crafts a vacation experience built around wellness and reconnection. Normand Schafer reflects on yoga…
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A Luxury Beach Break: Chill Vibes and Poolside Views at Hilton Fiji
In this episode we talk about how Hilton Fiji creates a luxurious yet laid-back atmosphere for vacationers seeking rest and rejuvenation. Normand Schafer…
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Lay Back in Nadi: Chill Resort Vibes with Hexagon Hotels
In this episode we talk about the relaxed island vibe offered at Tokatoka Resort and Grand West Villas. Host Normand Schafer covers what to expect during your…
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Vacation Vroom: Spicing Up Your Stay with Go Dirty Tours
In this episode we talk about adding a big shot of adventure to your tropical holiday with Go Dirty Tours Fiji. Host Normand Schafer shows how a quad bike tour…
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Beachfront Bliss Without the Crowds: A Stay at First Landing Resort
In this episode we talk about the tranquil, laid-back vacation vibes of First Landing Resort. Normand Schafer explores how guests unwind along the soft-sand…
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Haida Gwaii Episode 10: A Soulful Escape—Mystic Villages and Haida Ocean Legends
In this episode we talk about a vacation unlike any other—where the landscape is sacred, the forests sing, and time bends around the cedar remains of Haida…
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Start or End Your Fiji Vacation in Style at Fiji Orchid
In this episode we talk about why Fiji Orchid is the perfect first or final stop on your Fiji journey. Just 20 minutes from Nadi Airport, it offers travelers a…
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Haida Gwaii Episode 8: A Peaceful Pause in SG̱ang Gwaay’s Timeless Village
In this episode, we talk about unplugging from the modern world and stepping into an ancient village where everything—from the cedar trees to the sea…
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Haida Gwaii Episode 9: Skedans – Where Culture Meets Coastline
In this episode, we talk about the tranquil beauty of Skedans, a place where vacation meets cultural awakening. Host Norm explores this Haida village with…
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Air Canada Strike Resolved: How to Save Your Vacation Plans from Chaos
In this episode we talk about the Air Canada flight attendant strike, which has officially ended but continues to create headaches for travelers trying to…
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Vacation Starts in the Air: How Fiji Airways Designs Relaxing Journeys
In this episode we talk about how flight experiences shape the tone of your entire vacation. Host Normand Schafer interviews Fiji Airways’ network chief John…
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Haida Gwaii Episode 6.2: A Vacation That Changed a Nation – The Story Behind the Pole at Windy Bay
In this episode we talk about how an elder’s memories and a nation’s courage turned Windy Bay from a logging zone into one of Haida Gwaii’s most iconic…
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Haida Gwaii Episode 7: The Hot Springs Escape – A Peaceful Paradise with a Purpose
In this episode we talk about a vacation destination that offers more than just relaxation. At G̱andll K’in Gwaay.yaay (Hotspring Island), visitors experience…
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Vacation Reimagined: Digital Tools for a Seamless Island Getaway
In this episode we talk about how Far Sight Innovations Consultancy is redefining what a vacation in the Pacific Islands can look like. Host Normand Schafer…
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Haida Gwaii Episode 6: The Day the Forest Spoke – Windy Bay and the Rise of the Legacy Pole
In this episode, we talk about how a peaceful protest turned a threatened forest into a protected symbol of unity and pride. Reg Max Wesley, who lived through…
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Haida Gwaii Episode 5: Vacationing Where Culture, Community, and Cedar Collide
In this episode we talk about a vacation unlike any other—one rooted in culture, history, and deep community ties. Our guest, Douglas Moody, grew up in…
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Soulful, Slow, and Connected: A Retreat with Duvata Collective
In this episode we talk about how the Duvata Collective experience creates a different kind of vacation — one rooted in story, nature, and genuine hospitality…
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Haida Gwaii Episode 3: Culture‑Infused Explorations You’ll Remember
In this episode we talk about a vacation reimagined: one surrounded by culture, meaning, and wilderness beauty. Shelly Sansom, founder of Ocean Edge…
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Haida Gwaii Episode 4: Cultural Discovery & Nature in One Journey
In this episode we talk about a vacation defined by ancestral stories, standing totem poles, and intentionally guided culture. Linda Tallis, Haida guide from…
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Fiji with Meaning: Culture, Connection & a Different Kind of Escape
In this episode we talk about how Culture Village Fiji adds something essential to any tropical getaway — meaning. Host Normand Schafer reflects on how dancing…
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Haida Gwaii Episode 1: Where Luxury Meets Wilderness
In this episode we talk about a new kind of vacation—one that blends comfort, connection, and wild beauty.Jeff Reynolds, expedition leader for Maple Leaf…
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Haida Gwaii Episode 2: Whale Watching and Wildlife – Nature’s Vacation Paradise
In this episode we talk with Josh Green, a naturalist and conservation biologist with Maple Leaf Expeditions, about what makes Haida Gwaii a top-tier…
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Laid-Back Luxury: Discovering Crusoe’s Charm
In this episode we talk about Crusoe’s Retreat as a dream destination for travelers seeking peace, privacy, and meaningful connection. Host Normand Schafer and…
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First Impressions Matter: Start (or End) Your Fiji Holiday at Crowne Plaza
In this episode we talk about why Crowne Plaza Fiji Nadi Bay is ideal for the beginning or end of your Fijian holiday. Host Normand Schafer chats with Shristi…
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Laid Back Luxury: Your Dream Escape to Castaway Island
In this episode we talk about the perfect vacation destination: Castaway Island Fiji. Host Normand Schafer uncovers what makes this resort ideal for couples…
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Mantas and Mindfulness: Relax, Snorkel, Repeat at Barefoot Manta
In this episode we talk about the perfect balance of chill and thrill. At Barefoot Manta, you can spend your day floating in clear water with manta rays, then…
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Reef Sharks and Relaxation: The Unexpected Highlights of Barefoot Kuata
In this episode we talk about how one resort combines laid-back island living with world-class marine adventure. Host Normand Schafer speaks with the biologist…
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Turnkey Tahiti: Vacation Planning Made Easy with Tahiti Travel Services
In this episode we talk about how Tahiti Travel Services takes the stress out of vacation planning and turns your island getaway into a truly relaxing escape…
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Fijian Bliss: Relax and Reconnect at Ahura Resorts
In this episode we talk about the serene and enriching vacation experiences offered by Ahura Resorts at Malolo Island Resort and Likuliku Lagoon Resort. Host…
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Your Next Vacation: Spa Bliss in the South Pacific
In this episode we talk about why your next vacation should be all about relaxation—and where better to find it than the spa-rich islands of the South Pacific?…
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Vacation Like a Billionaire: Private Islands in the South Pacific
In this episode we talk about how to vacation like the ultra-wealthy—with private island escapes that offer total seclusion and every imaginable luxury. If…
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Swim with Whales on Your Next South Pacific Vacation
In this episode we talk about how to turn your next vacation into a once-in-a-lifetime experience—by swimming with whales in the pristine waters of the South…
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Wind-Powered Paradise: Where to Vacation for Windsurfing & Kitesurfing
In this episode we talk about the best places in the South Pacific to enjoy a windsurfing or kitesurfing-focused vacation. Imagine starting your day on a board…
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Surfing in Paradise: Best South Pacific Destinations for Every Skill Level
If you’re dreaming of a vacation where warm waters, stunning beaches, and perfect waves come together, the South Pacific is the place to be. In this episode…