The Places Where We Go Podcast

The Places Where We Go Podcast

Julie & Art share their travel adventures on The Places Where We Go podcast

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June 28, 2025 27 mins

In episode 140, we discuss strikes occurring in Paris during the summer of 2025. We encountered multiple closures for top attractions scheduled on our itinerary - and the strikes are ongoing. We share our top tips for navigating disruptions to your travel itinerary.

 

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In episode 139, we discuss the concept of Extreme Day Trips.  Does flying out and back in one day to explore a new destination make sense? We share our thoughts in this chat.

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In episode 138, we visit several top attractions in and near Lava Beds National Monument in California.

Lava Beds National Monument, located in northern California, is a unique and fascinating destination for those interested in exploring caves. This volcanic landscape features over 800 caves formed by lava flows from the nearby Medicine Lake volcano. Visitors can hike through underground tunnels, climb...

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In episode 137, we recap our recent walking segment on the California Mission Trail. Walking from Camarillo to Ventura, our walk got disrupted as we suffer an attack on the California Camino.

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Related to this episode is the California Mission Walkers group. We recommend connecting with this group for anyone interested in walking parts or all of the California Mission Trail. The...

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In episode 136, we visit Lava Beds National Monument in California.

Lava Beds National Monument, located in northern California, is a unique and fascinating destination for those interested in exploring caves. This volcanic landscape features over 800 caves formed by lava flows from the nearby Medicine Lake volcano. Visitors can hike through underground tunnels, climb up lava tubes, and witness stunning...

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In episode 135, we visit Tule Lake War Relocation Center in California.

Tule Lake War Relocation Center stands as a physical reminder of a dark time in American history. It was here, during World War II, that over 18,000 Japanese Americans were forcibly relocated and detained by the US government. Walking through the grounds today, we felt both a sense of awe at the sheer scale of this site and a heavin...

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February 17, 2025 34 mins

In episode 134, we visit Salt Lake City in Utah for another bucket list adventure in which we attempt to visit every arena in the National Hockey League. Our NHL weekend includes visits to the High West Distillery in Wanship, Utah plus exploration of downtown Salt Lake City which brought a few surprises.

You can also catch our prior episode about Salt Lake City Utah at episo...

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In episode 133, we go shopping for Class B Vans. Listen in as we discuss our RV dilemma where we chat about the pros and cons of Class B Vans versus our Airstream Travel Trailer.  

What will we do? What are your thoughts about pros and cons of these options? Drop us a line.

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In episode 132, we review the cheapest places to fly internationally in 2025. Listen to learn about the most affordable international flight destinations for 2025 based on research by Dollar Flight Club.

Read more on our blog post: The Cheapest Places To Fly Internationally in 2025

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In episode 131, we review the cheapest places to fly in the USA in 2025.

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December 14, 2024 20 mins

In episode 130, we visit Calico Ghost Town in California.

If you've ever made the drive from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, you might have passed right by this historic gem, tucked away just off Interstate 15 near Barstow. It’s an iconic pit stop for road-trippers, and for good reason – Calico is an authentic Old West ghost town with a fascinating history and plenty to see.

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November 30, 2024 35 mins

In episode 129, we visit Lassen Volcanic National Park.

Lassen Volcanic National Park is an amazing National Park filled with natural beauty, great hiking trails, and geothermal wonders. Located in Northern California, it is home to steaming fumaroles, boiling springs, and bubbling mud pots, all set against a backdrop of rugged mountain peaks and lush forests.

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November 16, 2024 28 mins

In episode 128, we visit Reno, Nevada - the biggest little city in the world.

Often overshadowed by its glitzy neighbor, Las Vegas, Reno has a unique charm and character all its own. Dubbed "The Biggest Little City in the World," Reno offers a mix of natural beauty, rich history, and modern attractions. 

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November 2, 2024 20 mins

In episode 127, we take a day trip from Copenhagen to Elsinore , Denmark to explore Kronborg Castle.

We discuss day trip options from Copenhagen, take you inside Kronborg Castle, discuss its connection to William Shakespeare, and visit the Elsinore Street Food Market.  Plus, we have a fun top 10 list to share with you on this episode.

 

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October 19, 2024 36 mins

In episode 126, we explore the vibrant city of Copenhagen, Denmark - known for its delicious food, lively music scene, and rich arts culture.

We’ll delve into the high cost of eating out in Copenhagen and discover some of the city's most popular dishes. From traditional Danish smørrebrød to local favorites such as street dogs, there's something for every food lover in this b...

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October 7, 2024 32 mins

In episode 125, we travel to Copenhagen, Denmark. 

We recap our visit to this cruise port area in Denmark as part of a two-week Baltic-Scandinavia cruise itinerary.

Attractions reviewed on this episode include:

Copenhagen Old Town Copenhagen City Hall Little Mermaid Statue Nyboder neighborhood Nyhavn district Rosenbor...

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September 21, 2024 25 mins

In episode 124, we discuss how to make the most of your time during sea days on a cruise.

 

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September 7, 2024 23 mins

In episode 123, we travel to Gdynia and Gdansk in Poland. 

We recap our visit to this cruise port area in Poland as part of a two-week Baltic-Scandinavia cruise itinerary.

Attractions reviewed on this episode include:

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In episode 122, we travel to Klaipeda and Kretinga in Lithuania.

We recap our visit to this cruise port area in Lithuania as part of a two-week Baltic-Scandinavia cruise itinerary.

Attractions reviewed on this episode include:

Klaipeda Old Town Kretinga Bernarding Monastery Kretinga Museum Top Sights to See in Klaiped...

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In episode 121, we travel to Riga, Latvia where we spend a day exploring Tallinn Old Town.

We recap our visit to Riga as part of a two-week Baltic-Scandinavia cruise itinerary.

Attractions reviewed on this episode include:

Old Town (Vecrīga, or Old Riga) Bastejkalna Park and Freedom Monument Nativity of Christ Orthodo...

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