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thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast

thegetAwayZ is a European travel podcast about traveling through Europe from the perspective of two Americans who live here.We’re Erin and Lisa, friends and roommates who moved from the U.S. to Europe in 2017. Since then we’ve traveled all over Europe, usually by car. Erin’s son Dylan has been part of those trips for years and still comes with us while he’s in university. Lisa’s dog travels with us too, so we regularly talk about what it’s like to travel around Europe with a dog.Most episodes are

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23:54

Tuscany Travel Guide Part 1: Siena, Montepulciano and...

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/05/18

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we start our two-part Tuscany series by exploring some of the region’s most unforgettable hill towns and wine villages. We talk about Cortona, Montepulciano, Montalcino, San Gimignano, Volterra and Siena, along with the festivals, food and moments that made each place stand out to us. From Christmas markets inside castles to medieval festivals, underground wine caves and pici pasta in Siena, this episode is packed with the kinds of experiences that make Tuscany feel

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31:00

Paris in 3 Days: What to Do, Where to Go and How to...

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/05/11

Send us Fan MailParis is one of those cities everyone has an opinion about, which is exactly why we put off recording this episode for so long.In this episode, we’re breaking down how we would plan a first trip to Paris if you have three or four days. This is the actual itinerary Lisa gives people when they ask what to do, based on our own trips, living there for six months and all the things we always go back to.We talk about starting with a walking tour or a slightly ridiculous vintage Rolls-Royce

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22:57

Where to Stay in Europe: Hotels vs Airbnbs, Best...

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/05/04

Send us Fan MailTrying to figure out where to stay in Europe and going back and forth between a hotel and an Airbnb? Same. We do this every single trip.In this episode we talk through how we actually decide. Not the perfect version, the real version. When we book hotels, when we go with Airbnbs and the times we’ve gotten it completely wrong.We get into how to choose the right area first because that matters way more than the place itself. Using real examples from Paris, Amsterdam, Florence and

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26:16

Elba Island Italy: The Tuscan Beach Escape Tourists Miss

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/04/27

Send us Fan MailAfter a week in Puglia and another on the Amalfi Coast, we headed to Elba Island and it ended up being one of the most unexpected highlights of the trip.In this episode, we’re sharing what it’s really like to visit Elba, from beach hopping and hiking to the things no one warns you about, like jellyfish stings and the tiny fish that bite your feet. We stayed in Rio nell'Elba, a quieter part of the island that gave us a more local feel and easy access to some of our favorite

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20:44

Croatia's National Parks: Krka vs Plitvice Lakes...

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/04/20

Send us Fan MailIf you're planning a trip to Croatia and wondering whether to visit Krka National Park or Plitvice Lakes National Park, this episode is for you. We've been to both and they are not the same experience at all.Krka is an hour from Split, manageable in half a day and a genuinely beautiful introduction to Croatia's waterfall parks. Plitvice is Croatia's oldest national park, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most extraordinary places either of us has ever

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17:41

Lavender Season in Provence: What You Need to Know

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/04/13

Send us Fan MailIf you've ever seen a photo of Provence in June and thought you needed to go there immediately, same. This week we're talking all things Provence during lavender season, which is hands-down one of the most beautiful places either of us has ever been. Lovely with a capital L.We cover the lavender fields (yes, you can actually walk into them, unlike the tulips), the farm stands set up along the roads where you can stock up on honey candies, soap and candles and basically

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24:30

Dubrovnik Travel Guide for Beaches Walls and Islands

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/04/06

Send us Fan MailDubrovnik is stunning, but it’s not the effortless postcard people imagine. We’re fresh off a rough stretch of sickness and finally back behind the mic to unpack what Dubrovnik, Croatia actually feels like on the ground: steep cliffside neighborhoods, relentless summer heat, and the kind of views that make you forget your legs are shaking from the stairs.We walk through our full travel logistics, from taking the Ancona to Split ferry during the COVID era to sitting for hours in

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29:34

Driving in Europe: What to Know Before Renting a Car

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/03/09

Send a textPlanning to rent a car during your trip to Europe? Driving can be one of the best ways to explore the continent, especially if you want to visit smaller towns, scenic coastal roads, and countryside regions that are harder to reach by train.In this episode we share practical tips from driving across Europe in countries including Italy, France, Germany, Croatia, Slovenia, Denmark, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Spain, the Czech Republic, and the United Kingdom.We talk about the

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26:47

Luxembourg City Travel Guide: Casemates, Castles and...

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/03/02

Send a textWe've been to Luxembourg City four times and it started as a total accident. In this episode, we explore the UNESCO-listed upper and lower city, walk the underground Casemates built in the 1600s, stop at the famous Chocolate House right across from the Grand Ducal Palace and share one of our all-time favorite hikes in Little Switzerland. We also talk about what Luxembourg does better than anywhere else in Europe (free, genuinely excellent public transit), what's still on our

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26:28

Normandy Travel Guide: D-Day Beaches, Omaha, Utah,...

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/02/23

Send a textThis is Part 2 of our two-part series. After covering Giverny, Honfleur, Étretat and Rouen in Part 1, we head to the D-Day landing sites. The beaches, the history, and the places that make this region unlike anywhere else in France.In this episode, we walk through Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery, Utah Beach and its museums, the craters at Pointe du Hoc, the airborne town of Sainte-Mère-Église with its famous church and we end on a high note at Mont Saint-Michel.We share what each

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24:46

Zermatt, Switzerland: Glacier Paradise, Winter Storms...

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/02/16

Send a textWe have been to Zermatt twice and both trips were completely different.The first time we drove through a blizzard after a delayed flight into Milan, arrived at 3am, and learned quickly that cars are not allowed in Zermatt. The Matterhorn barely showed itself and wind shut down part of Glacier Paradise.The second trip was calmer. Clearer views, hiking along the river, Dylan doing the Forest Fun Park ropes course, fondue, hay soup and Matterhorn-shaped chocolate.In this episode we talk

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27:46

Why We Love Milan

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/02/09

Send us a textMilan is a city we’ve spent real time in. Living nearby meant it was never just a stop on a trip and that changes how you experience it.In this episode, we talk about what it’s like spending time in Milan. The neighborhoods we kept going back to. The food. The design. How the city works day to day and why it feels different from other places in Italy. We also talk about why Milan makes sense when you give it time instead of rushing through it.This is not a highlights episode or a

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21:56

European Trivia Showdown: Food Edition

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/02/02

Send us a textErin hosts a fast paced European food trivia showdown with Lisa, Dylan and Meghan, and it got competitive fast. From iconic dishes to regional specialties and a few trick questions, this episode puts European food knowledge to the test.We cover classic foods people think they know, regional details that spark debate, and questions guaranteed to make you second guess yourself. Play along and see how you stack up before the answers are locked in.A fun break from traditional travel

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21:34

Annecy, Aix-les-Bains & Grenoble Travel Guide |...

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/01/26

Send us a textIn Part 2 of our Rhône-Alps series, we continue beyond Chamonix and talk about spending time in Annecy, Aix-les-Bains, Chambéry and Grenoble.We talk about what Annecy feels like once you’re there, how crowded it can get depending on timing and why it stands out compared to other lake towns we’ve visited. We also talk about Aix-les-Bains and Chambéry as quieter stops, how they felt in comparison and why they worked well without needing much planning.We end with Grenoble and how

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Trailer | the getAwayZ Podcast

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/01/19

Send us a text The Getawayz is a travel podcast about exploring Europe the way people actually do. We moved from Los Angeles to Europe in 2017 and have spent years traveling by car, often with a teenager and a dog. We talk honestly about where to stay, what to skip, what’s worth planning around and what we learned the hard way. If you’re planning a trip to Europe or thinking about living abroad, start here. Support the show

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20:50

Chamonix Travel Guide | Rhône-Alpes Part 1

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/01/19

Send us a textIn Part 1 of our Rhône-Alpes series, we’re starting in Chamonix, one of the most iconic mountain towns in the French Alps.We talk about what Chamonix is really like beyond the photos, how the town feels when you’re walking through it and why it stands out compared to other mountain destinations we’ve visited. We cover the Mer du Glace glacier experience, the ice cave, hiking to Cascade du Dard, where we ate and where we stayed.This episode is about slowing down, choosing the right

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29:29

New Year’s in Gothenburg

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2026/01/12

Send us a textSpending New Year’s in Sweden, in the middle of winter.We spent New Year’s in Gothenburg with fireworks everywhere, busy streets and just enough going on without overplanning the days. Winter was fully in place and the city felt active without being overwhelming.In this episode, we talk about how we spent New Year’s in Gothenburg, from walking the city and spending time in Haga to visiting the World of Volvo and Universeum. We share where we ate, where we stayed and how the trip

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29:58

New Year’s Traditions in Europe: Superstitions, Food...

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2025/12/15

Send us a textEurope celebrates New Year’s in ways that are fun, strange, symbolic and older than most people realize. In this episode, we break down the traditions and superstitions that show up across countries like Spain, Italy, Austria, Germany, Denmark, Croatia, France, the Netherlands, the UK, Ireland and Sweden. Some places eat twelve grapes at midnight, some wear red underwear for luck, some jump off chairs and Austria has full monster parades designed to chase away bad spirits.We also look

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19:30

Americans Living in Europe: Expectations vs Reality

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2025/12/08

Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about the expectations we all had before living in Europe and how those ideas compare to real life once you arrive. We cover safety, taxes, food and the small cultural shifts that stand out the most. Some things feel easier than expected and others take a little more adjusting, especially during the first year.Meghan joins the conversation as someone who is still settling into European life, while we share what felt different after living here for years. It is

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19:09

European Christmas Traditions and the Stories Behind...

thegetAwayZ | European Travel Podcast ·

2025/12/01

Send us a textEurope has some of the oldest Christmas traditions in the world. In this episode we look at where many of them began. We talk about Advent calendars in Germany, the first Christmas markets, and why most of Europe celebrates on Christmas Eve. We also get into regional customs in France, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Iceland and the Czech Republic. Some traditions are sweet and familiar, others are unusual and only found in certain corners of the continent. This is a simple guide to the history,

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