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Travel Tales from the #nerdbirds

The #nerdbirds met on a Virgin America final flight in 2018, and believe the journey is just as fun as the destination. They discuss all aspects of the travel experience, focusing on design, sustainability, and destinations off the beaten path.

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00:24:29

Travel From Your Couch vs. Long-term Workcations (#67)

Travel Tales from the #nerdbirds ·

2020/11/18

In this week's news roundup, #nerdbirds Kai and Jeremy dive into virtual tourism. From Christmas markets to the arts to destination-specific experiences, there's a virtual tourist attraction for everyone! Afterwards, they'll take a look at how travelers are taking longer trips than ever before, and how accommodations are trying to support long-term workcations.

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00:37:23

FOMO vs. JOMO: Is There Joy in...Not Traveling? (#66)

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2020/11/15

What is FOMO (fear of missing out) and JOMO (joy of missing out) like eight months after the pandemic grounded most of the planet? Rachel chats with #nerdbirds Charlie and Kai about hustle culture, going deeper with familiar places, and the European reality check on (past) American travel habits.

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00:23:21

Weddings in the Sky & Video Game Hotels (#65)

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2020/11/11

In this week's travel news roundup, #nerdbirds Jeremy and Kai discuss travel-related election results, the chance to get married on a plane, and an unprecedented alliance between Cathay Pacific's pilot and flight attendant unions. Later, they dive into hospitality initiatives, including mid-week hotel closures in Las Vegas and brand-driven lifestyle hotels sprouting up all over the country.

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00:36:10

Travel Photography When You're Not Traveling (#64)

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2020/11/08

In this unconventional look at travel photography, Rachel chats with Robin Davis from the Cortona Center of Photography [https://cortonacenter.com/]: "When you take a photograph, you have to be fully in the moment, and that's travel" -- which is also a mindset that can be created at home. She answers questions about getting meaningful shots, what gear you really need in the smartphone era, and making photos that reflect your unique perspective.

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00:20:47

Flying Somewhere? Uluru, Mauritius, Hawaii and More...

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2020/11/04

#nerdbirds Jeremy and Kai have your latest episode of the Weekly News Roundup, taking you around the world for the latest and greatest travel news! On the docket for Part 1 includes plans for a new South African airline called "Lift", Qantas' latest sightseeing package of an all-inclusive overnight holiday to "somewhere", and Slovakia tests half of their entire population for COVID-19...in one day. In Part Two, they look to warmer climes where Mauritius is welcoming the work-from-anywhere crowd

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00:21:49

Destination Series: Washington DC, COVID Style (#62)

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2020/11/01

With Election Day coming up in the US, #nerdbirds David and Rachel ponder what there is to do and see in Washington, DC and surrounding areas during the pandemic. With 15 years living in DC (David) and 20 trips to the region (Rachel), they share tips for neighborhoods and activities off the tourist path ("a Disneyland for government!").

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00:30:08

Long Tunnels, Longer Flights, and a Goodbye to...

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2020/10/28

In this episode of the Weekly Roundup, #nerdbirds Jeremy and Kai discuss the emotional goodbye to Berlin-Tegel Airport, the exciting new undersea connection between Denmark and Germany, and the return of the world's longest flight...with a twist. In part two, they dive into some intriguing initiatives, like travel-starved Singaporean flights to nowhere, mystery destination packages in New Zealand, and the chance to get your very own hotel subscription.

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00:35:43

Design Series: The Art of Airline Maps (#60)

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2020/10/25

Airline maps?! What could be exciting about that? Plenty, when you join #nerdbirds Brendan and Rachel as they browse through the book Airline Maps: A Century of Art and Design [https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/600815/airline-maps-by-mark-ovenden-and-maxwell-roberts/] and explore the evolution of flying through the world of graphic design. Topics include maps as a tool to inspire wanderlust, women in aviation's early days, and the darker sides of the Golden Age of Flying.

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00:30:14

Airline and Airport Vendors Pivot Brands, & Other...

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2020/10/21

In part one of this week's news roundup, #nerdbirds Jeremy and Kai discuss the Department of Defense study that found COVID is nearly intransmissible in flight, Southwest and United's intriguing expansion, and Iceland's new sustainability measures. In part two, they take a deeper dive into airline and airport vendors' efforts to pivot their brands, for both the short and long terms.

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00:35:43

Redefining Luxury: From Sustainable to Regenerative...

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2020/10/18

In part two of reviewing the Regenerative Travel Summit, #nerdbirds Rachel and Kai ponder the future of luxury travel and accommodation, how hotels and tours can be more inclusive, and preview future related episodes: FOMO vs. JOMO, and the Slow Food movement.

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00:28:50

Free Money to Travel & Health Passports (#57)

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2020/10/14

In part one of this week's news roundup, #nerdbirds Kai and Jeremy talk about US cities that will pay you to visit, basic business class in Japan, and an initiative to reduce quarantine time between New York and London. In part two, they take a deep dive into different "health passport" concepts that industry experts say may be the key to revitalization of travel.

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00:32:10

Addicted to Travel? Moving Beyond Sustainability to...

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2020/10/11

The COVID-19 pandemic has given us all time to think about how and why we travel. After tuning in to the recent Regenerative Travel Summit, #nerdbirds Rachel and Kai share highlights while pondering how regenerative travel moves beyond sustainability, the economic reality of those who work in travel and tourism, regenerative transportation, and what individuals can do when traveling in a post-pandemic world. (Hint: there's a lot of talk of quality, not quantity. Influencers beware!)

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00:31:32

Travel News Roundup: First Class Dining Delivered To...

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2020/10/07

In this week's News Roundup, Kai and Jeremy chat about Paris' new lockdown, the demise of AirAsia Japan, the travel bubble between Australia & New Zealand, Singapore Airlines' home-dining program, leisure travel trends, and the man-made Maldivian island.

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00:32:30

I'm Just Here for the Food: Traveling & Eating from a...

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2020/10/04

Intrepid foodie and #nerbird Sebastian joins Rachel to talk about all things food -- from finding local hotspots in the USA and abroad, to thinking about sustainability and fine dining, and integrating newfound favorites once you're home. Location-specific mentions include a BBQ sprint in Austin, croquettes and fried chicken in Japan, Guinness in Ireland vs. everywhere else, and South African rooibos tea.

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00:28:53

Who Let the COVID-Sniffing Dogs Out? And Other News...

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2020/09/30

In this week's news roundup, #nerdbirds Kai and Jeremy talk about COVID-sniffing dogs, pricey airport testing, the future of party cities, and an Italian inquiry into shady airline business practices. Plus, they'll dive deeper into airline and travel agency sustainability - a topic on everyone's minds as we navigate the changing COVID-19 landscape.

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00:43:40

Destination Series: First Time in Japan (#52)

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2020/09/27

First-time visitors to Japan usually encounter a radically different experience than Western culture. #nerdbirds Brendan and Rachel share a dizzying array of stories from food of all price ranges to onsen hot baths, from Fukuoka to Tokyo and Kyoto. They also share useful phrases, transportation tips, and cultural insights.

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00:27:44

Indulgent Flights to Nowhere & Traveler Lifecycle:...

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2020/09/23

In this week's travel news, #nerdbirds Jeremy & Kai discuss Airbus' new zero-emission ZEROe hydrogen-powered aircraft, Thailand's plan to welcome visitors for up to nine months, Qantas' seven-hour flight to nowhere that sold out in 10 minutes, and how the cruise industry hopes to combat COVID-19. They close out the Traveler Lifecycle series by discussing the oft-overlooked Reflection stage -- when a trip is over, but can still be quite impactful.

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00:40:16

Looking Back with Travel Disasters, Looking Forward...

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2020/09/20

For our 50th episode, the #nerdbirds return to reflect on travels past and future, from Brendan's Hollywood-as-a-local recommendations and Eric's JetBlue travel disasters to David's dream of going to the Faroe Islands and Sebastian's New York City food tips (with a sampling of Charlie's Travel Disasters). Rachel and Jeremy also share the origins of the #nerdbirds name, reflect on months of podcasting, and discuss the new format for Season Three which includes Kai as a co-host.

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00:25:48

United Says Sayonara to Tokyo Crews; Mexico Travel...

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2020/09/16

In this episode of the Weekly Roundup, #nerdbirds Jeremy and Kai discuss the closure of United's Tokyo-Narita base, JetBlue's exciting expansion, and the troubles facing Italy.

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00:29:21

Destination Series: Desert Southwest Road Trips (#48)

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2020/09/13

A listener asks about roadtripping in the Southwestern USA, and #nerdbirds Rachel, Jeremy, and Kai deliver with plenty of itinerary ideas originating from Phoenix, Las Vegas, Albuquerque, and Salt Lake City. Check out our Google Map on nerdbirds.co [https://nerdbirds.co/episode48] with all routes and suggestions of places to visit.

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