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Europe Travel Bucket List Revisit 2024
Wander Your Way
01/09/24 • 39 min
Wander Your Way Adventures are here!
https://wanderyourwayadventures.com/tours/marvels-tastes-of-the-dolomites-italy/
The first small group tour happens June 16-28, 2024. And we're going to Alto Adige (South Tyrol) Italy! Wine, food, hiking, Novacella Abbey and the stunning Dolomite peaks. Hope to meet you there!
Do you have a travel bucket list?
Maybe you have a specific Europe travel bucket list?
I always have a list.
In fact, in February of 2023 I put out an episode about this very topic.
But things change.
So I think it's a good idea to revisit your Europe travel bucket list each year.
Maybe you actually were able to cross some places off your list.
Perhaps you've added some new destinations (of course you did!).
Maybe you've shuffled some spots around as certain places have become more of a priority.
Now I get it that some people don't like the idea of a "bucket list".
So maybe a better term is a "wish list".
Whatever you call it, I truly believe in dreaming big when it comes to travel.
You can make your travel dreams come true (and I can help)!
So what's on your Europe travel bucket list?
Send me a message at [email protected] and let me know!
In this episode:
1:27: Intro to the idea of a travel bucket list
4:00: Wander Your Way First Small Group Tour to the Dolomites!
5:29: Places I crossed off my 2023 list
6:41: #11 — The Tatra Mountains, Poland & Slovakia
8:09: #10 — Romania
10:29: #9 — Copenhagen, Denmark
11:50: #8 — Sicily, Italy
13:09: #7 — German Christmas Markets
14:49: #6 — Asturias and Galicia Spain
16:52: #5 — Greek Islands
18:37: #4 — The Shetland Islands, Scotland
20:17: #3 — Tour de Mont Blanc, France
21:45: #2 — Finland
23:59: #1 — Norway
25:58: Places to Return To: Switzerland
27:24: Slovenia
28:43: Canazei, Italy
29:46: North Scotland
30:37: Probable and Possible Plans
36:06: Wrapping it up
Important links:
Marvels & Tastes of the Dolomites Italy Tour
Episode 57 — Lynne's Europe Travel Bucket List
Episode #58 — Exploring Switzerland
Episode #78 — Exploring Norway with Jason Moore of Zero to Travel
Episode #72 — Northwest Scotland
Episode #70 — Canazei • Italy
Tour du Mont Blanc
Greek Islands
Episode #5 — Slovenia Overview
Thanks to Callisa Mickle who edits the audio.
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Lynne's Top 5 Destinations in Europe
Wander Your Way
11/15/22 • 28 min
It's episode #50!
So I'm celebrating with a list of my 5 favorite destinations in Europe.
I'll admit, this was very difficult to narrow down.
But I forced myself to choose those 5 places that I love the most.
What makes the list?
Ireland?
Italy?
Tune in to find out what 5 destinations have meant the most to me, at least so far.
Because by episode 100, this list of best destinations in Europe will change!
What are your top 5 favorite destinations in Europe?
Send me a message at [email protected] and tell me all about them.
In this episode:
2:22: Intro
4:36: Honorable mention: Grindlewald Switzerland
6:45: Santorini Greece
10:57: Connemara Ireland
14:38: Paris France
18:29: Far North Scotland
22:06: Südtirol / South Tyrol Italy
25:59 Recap
Important links:
How I Fell in Love with the Swiss Alps
The Best Places to See on a Short Trip to Switzerland
Travel Moments: Running with the Dogs in Oia Santorini
9 Amazing Things To Do in Connemara Ireland
Connemara Ireland (episode #2)
A Slice Of Ireland: Guide To Clifden & Connemara
7 Reasons to Love Paris
Solo in Paris Thanks to Ratatouille
Musée d'Orsay: 5 Reasons Why This Is the Best Museum in Paris
The Northwest of Scotland: It's Worth Going the Extra Distance
24 Images to Make You Want to Travel to Northwest Scotland
Highlands 2 • Scotland with Bo Fraser
My Joyful Love Affair with the Beautiful and Diverse South Tyrol Italy
South Tyrol in Autumn
Castelrotto and Alpe di Siusi • Italy
Fanes-Senes-Braies Nature Park • Italy
Zero to Travel
Extra Pack of Peanuts
Thanks to Callisa Mickle who edits the audio.
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Surprising Countries for Good Food in Europe
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02/04/25 • 45 min
We all know that there are a lot of countries in Europe that have good food.
Italy is the first one that probably comes to mind.
Maybe France and Spain and Greece come up on your radar.
In this episode we're going to learn about some surprising countries for good food in Europe.
This is a "think outside the box" topic.
And I think you'll be surprised at the good food in these countries.
Tune in to find out abut the surprising countries for good food in Europe.
Want to chat more about food in Europe?
Email Lynne at [email protected].
In this episode:
1:33: Intro
3:45: Ireland
11:24: Scotland
22:19: England
26:43: Slovenia
34:04: Türkiye
41:18: Recap
41:55: Wrapping it up
Important links:
The 11 Best Things To Do in Ambleside, Lake District England
Thanks to Callisa Mickle who edits the audio.
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Scottish Road Trip Review
Wander Your Way
12/26/23 • 67 min
Are you thinking about traveling to Scotland?
Maybe you're considering a drive around this beautiful country?
Then tune into this episode as I review my 2 month Scottish road trip.
I'll discuss each destination I spent time in such as Grantown-on-Spey, Lochinver, Lewis and Harris, Strontian, Inveraray, Selkirk and Doune.
And I'll give you ideas on routes that I think have a lot of stunning scenery.
Hopefully you'll get some great ideas on where to go in Scotland.
Want to chat more about road tripping around Scotland?
Send me a note at [email protected].
In this episode:
2:47: Trip Overview
4:51: Starting Points & Aberdeenshire
9:19: Braemar
12:03: Grantown-on-Spey
18:49: Gairloch
22:39: Lochinver
27:07: Ullapool
28:33: Lewis and Harris
35:51: Strontian
42:13: Inveraray
46:23: Dumfries and Galloway
51:54: The Borders
55:30: Rosslyn Chapel to Doune and Stirling
59:46: Wrapping it up
Important links:
Braemar • Scotland
One of the Best Scenic Drives in Scotland: Braemar to Grantown-on-Spey via Tomintoul
Northwest Scotland
Why You Need to Visit the Amazing Lochinver Scotland
Why the Awesome Isle of Lewis and Harris Needs To Be on Your Scottish Itinerary
7 Reasons Why You Should Explore the Amazing Kilmartin Glen Scotland
Culzean Castle • Scotland
Dumfries and Galloway • Scotland
The Borders • Scotland
Stirling and Doune Castles • Scotland
The Lowlands of Scotland with Bo Fraser
Highlands 1 • Scotland
Highlands 2 • Scotland
Exploring the Islands of Scotland with Bo Fraser
Stirling and Doune Castles • Scotland
Rossmor B&B
Otterburn B&B
Rosslyn Chapel
Thanks to Callisa Mickle who edits the audio.
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Best Countries for First Time Travelers to Europe
Wander Your Way
03/18/25 • 51 min
So, you're traveling to Europe for the first time.
But you have no idea which country to go to because you want to go everywhere.
I understand completely.
In this episode we'll talk the best countries for first time travelers to Europe.
And we'll take into consideration the type of traveler you are — more cautious or a bit more adventurous.
This list of best countries for first time travelers to Europe has something for everyone.
Even if you're not a first time traveler to Europe, you may still want to tune in to see what's on the list — and why I put it there!
Want to chat more about this episode?
Email me at [email protected].
In this episode:
1:11: Intro
3:40: Ireland
9:41: United Kingdom
13:51: Switzerland
18:33: the Netherlands
22:54: Spain
26:45: Italy
31:08: France
37:47: Greece
43:15: Wrapping it up
49:07: Listener review
Important links:
Netherlands Tourism
Exploring Switzerland
Aragon • Spain with Meg Zirger
Umbria • Italy
15 of the Most Beautiful Towns in Italy
Cruising the Canal du Midi • France with Chris Christensen
9 Things You Need To Do on a Day Trip to Beautiful Strasbourg France
Why You Need to Visit the Amazing UNESCO Site of Mystras Greece
The Ancient Site of Olympia • Greece
Thanks to Callisa Mickle who edits the show.
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Solo Travel vs Travel with a Companion
Wander Your Way
10/29/24 • 39 min
Should you travel alone?
Or should you travel with your significant other, friend or relative?
Perhaps you're considering group travel?
There are pros and cons to each of these that you'll want consider before you make a decision as to which one is best for you.
In this episode I'll discuss the good aspects and the not-so-good features to each kind of travel.
And I'll offer up some tips if you decide to travel with a travel partner or a group.
Want to talk about this topic more?
Send me an email at [email protected].
In this episode:
3:30: Intro
5:31: Advantages of solo travel
9:51: Disadvantages of solo travel
13:53: Advantages of companion travel
17:56: Disadvantages of companion travel
22:24: Tips for traveling with a companion
28:40: Group travel
36:00: Wrapping it up
Important links:
Wander Your Way Adventures
Tips for Solo Travel
Women in Travel + Solo Travel Tips with Beth Santos
Thanks to Callisa Mickle who edits the audio.
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Accommodation in Europe: Types & Tips
Wander Your Way
05/03/22 • 36 min
Accommodation in Europe can be confusing.
Yes there are hotels.
But there are things called garni, pension, auberge, guesthouse and B&B.
And what the hell is an agriturismo?
Yup.
It can make your head spin.
So in this episode we'll learn a little bit about some of the different types of accommodation.
But I also want to offer up some tips on choosing the right accommodation in Europe for you.
Because I believe good — or bad — accommodation can make or break your trip.
Ready to learn about accommodation in Europe?
Then hit that play button!
If you have more questions, then just email [email protected].
In this episode:
1:29 Intro
2:45 Hotels
3:43 B&B
4:32 Guesthouse
4:58 Boutique hotel
5:50 Albergo, pension, garni
6:52 Agriturismo, farm stay
7:59 Castle. castello, parador, chateau
8:45 Relais, manor house, villa, hacienda
10:11 Inn, auberge
11:15 Airbnb, holiday apartments & cottages
13:00 Budget
14:45 Location
16:18 Safety
16:43 Noise
17:39 Know your wants and needs
19:15 Airbnb tips
20:40 Region specific rentals
21:37 Resources to find accommodation
25:55 Accommodation does matter
26:54 A story
31:20 Wrapping it up
Important links:
Confused About the Types of Accommodation in Europe?
How to Choose the Best Accommodation in Europe for You
Hotel Olympia
Gregans Castle Hotel
Some of the Best Accommodation in Ireland
Some of the Best Accommodation in the UK
Some of the Best Accommodation in Italy
Thanks to Callisa Mickle who edits the audio.
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Stirling and Doune Castles • Scotland
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11/14/23 • 45 min
Stirling Castle is a well known castle not far Edinburgh and Glasgow.
It's definitely on the tourist trail with good reason as it's an incredible site with lots of history.
And it was a very important castle in its heyday.
Nearby Doune Castle is less important.
Yet it still has some intriguing history.
And it has ties to a cult movie favorite — Monty Python's Holy Grail.
So if you like castles, of all sorts, then tune into this episode to learn more about these 2 amazing — yet very different — castles in central Scotland.
Want to chat more about these sites?
Then send me an email at [email protected]
In this episode:
0:16: Life update
4:17: Intro
5:24: Placing Stirling and Doune on the map
6:31: Stirling Castle History
11:39: Guided Tours & Other Info
14:08: Things to See in the Castle
21:31: The Town of Stirling
22:51: Doune Castle History & Monty Python
32:01: Pricing, Accessibility, & Tour Info
34:45: The Town of Doune
36:12: Blair Drummond Smiddy Farm Shop
38:47: Also in the area
39:47: Wrapping it up
41:44: Announcement
Important links:
Lowlands of Scotland with Bo Fraser
Stirling Castle
Doune Castle
Woodside Hotel Doune
Why You Need to Visit the Impressive Edinburgh Castle
Thanks to Callisa Mickle who edits the audio.
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Canazei • Italy
Wander Your Way
08/22/23 • 43 min
Canazei is a fabulous town in the Trentino-Alto Adige region of northern Italy.
Specifically, it's in the Trentino province.
What makes Canazei so wonderful are it's location near so many amazing Dolomite peaks and in the beautiful Val di Fassa.
There are so many things to do in and around this town — from hiking and cycling to skiing and snowboarding.
Yes, it's mostly about the outdoors, but the town has its charm too as do the people who live there.
I'm sure you'll want to add this delightful town to your list after you've listened to this episode.
Want to chat about Canazei Italy more?
Send me a note at [email protected]
In this episode:
0:06: Life update
3:04: Placing Canazei on the map
6:48: Val di Fassa / Avisio River
8:36: Winter activities
9:40: Hiking, walking and cycling
10:16: Trail Recommendations
13:56: Chiesa Penia
16:08: The 601 Trail
24:59: Val Duron
27:26: Col Rodella
29:22: Marmolada
30:46: Tourist Amenities
33:17: Historic center of Canazei
34:01: Lodging and Camping
34:57: Family activities
37:40: Campitello di Fassa
38:38: Wrapping it up
Important links:
6 Reasons to Visit the Beautiful Val di Fassa Italy
Alpe di Siusi • Italy
El Sangon
Val di Fassa tourism
Canazei
How to Visit Marmolada, Queen of the Dolomites (& Is It Worth It)
Thanks to Callisa Mickle who edits the audio.
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Lynne's Top 10 Destinations in Europe
Wander Your Way
10/15/24 • 50 min
We are celebrating episode 100!
I know.
I can't believe it either!
In honor of episode 100 I want to offer up some of my favorite destinations in Europe.
And I've narrowed it down to my top 10 places in Europe.
Well, I have a few honorable mentions as well because I couldn't help myself. 😂
Tune in as I talk about each spot and why I love it.
What do you think of my list?
Are some of these your favorite destinations in Europe?
Email me at [email protected] and let me know.
In this episode:
0:56: It's episode 100!
6:47: Note on Florence, Italy
8:26: Honorable Mention: Mani Peninsula / Stoupa, Greece
10:18: Honorable Mention: Lake Bohinj, Slovenia
11:40: #10 St. Andrews, Scotland
14:12: #9 Killarney National Park & Kenmare, Ireland
16:41: #8 Ambleside & Lake District National Park, England
19:22: #7 Connemara, Ireland
22:27: #6 Santorini, Greece
24:50: #5 Isle of Mull, Scotland
28:40: #4 Lewis & Harris, Scotland
32:14: #3 Paris, France
34:58: #2 Südtirol, Italy
37:54: #1 The Highlands, Scotland
42:23: Recap
43:25: Wrapping it up
Important links:
The 8 Wonderful Things You Need to Do in Beautiful Stoupa Greece
Lake Bohinj • Slovenia
Exploring St Andrews • Scotland with Bo Fraser
7 Best Things To Do in Killarney National Park Ireland
Kenmare • Ireland
The 11 Best Things To Do in Ambleside, Lake District England
Connemara • Ireland
Wander Your Way E-Guides
Travel Moments: Running with the Dogs in Oia Santorini
Isle of Mull • Scotland
Why the Awesome Isle of Lewis and Harris Needs To Be on Your Scottish Itinerary
7 Reasons to Love Paris: A Photo Essay
My Joyful Love Affair with the Beautiful and Diverse South Tyrol Italy
Scottish Road Trip Review
Wander Your Way Adventures
Wander Your Way
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How many episodes does Wander Your Way have?
Wander Your Way currently has 112 episodes available.
What topics does Wander Your Way cover?
The podcast is about Places & Travel, Society & Culture, Europe, Podcasts, Education and Travel.
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The episode title 'Region of Fife • Scotland' is the most popular.
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The average episode length on Wander Your Way is 43 minutes.
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Episodes of Wander Your Way are typically released every 14 days.
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The first episode of Wander Your Way was released on Jan 24, 2021.
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