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Mixtape Travels

Inspiring Travel Conversations for Gen X. Hosted by Shannon Gomes of The Gomes Guide (https://thegomesguide.com/). Listen to Mixtape Travels on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or on The Gomes Guide Substack: https://thegomesguide.substack.com/.

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41:05

Living Abroad in Portugal with Nicole Curcio

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2025/05/06

In this episode, ceramic artist Nicole Curcio shares her inspiring story of moving from Portland, Oregon, to a small village in Portugal’s Silver Coast region. With dreams of launching an artist residency and living a slower, more meaningful life, Nicole takes us through her journey—from navigating visas and property purchases to integrating into the local community with her husband and two dogs. We discuss: Why Nicole and her husband chose Portugal over other European countriesThe unexpected...

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39:02

Traveling through Japan with Sylvia Klinger

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2025/04/22

In this episode, award-winning global nutrition expert and seasoned traveler Dr. Sylvia Klinger shares her deep admiration for Japan—a love that began with a single layover and has since led to multiple return visits. Sylvia highlights the country’s unmatched cleanliness, respectful culture, delicious food, and extraordinary public transportation system. She offers practical travel tips, from what to pack to etiquette essentials like bowing and using both hands when offering something. ...

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41:26

Antarctica with Leigh Oshirak Schuberth

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2025/04/15

In this episode, I sit down with Leigh Oshirak Schuberth to dive into her unforgettable journey to Antarctica. From navigating the infamous Drake Passage to witnessing breathtaking landscapes of glaciers, icebergs, and wildlife, Leigh shares her firsthand experiences of the White Continent. We discuss the logistics of traveling to such a remote destination, the best time of year to visit, and the transformative impact of seeing Antarctica’s pristine beauty up close. Leigh also offers valuable...

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35:33

How To Travel Using Points with Jeff Neer

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2025/04/08

In this episode, I sat down with Jeff Neer to demystify the world of travel points and miles. Jeff, an expert in maximizing credit card rewards for travel, shared his top strategies for leveraging points to make dream trips with your family a reality without breaking the bank. Jeff emphasizes the importance of understanding different types of points—airline miles, hotel points, and flexible credit card rewards—and how they can be combined for the best value. According to Jeff, selecting...

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33:59

Traveling through Canada with Emilie Brillon

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2025/04/01

Emilie Brillon is the founder of Love Life Abroad, where she helps moms plan epic road trips and outdoor adventures with their families across Canada. Born and raised in Quebec, Emilie developed a passion for exploring new places early on. After an unforgettable family road trip across the country, she and her family chose to settle at the foothills of the Canadian Rockies. Now based in Alberta, Emilie shares her love for Canada’s diverse landscapes — from the rugged Rockies to hidden gems in...

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34:22

Journey to Western Africa with Bonnie Hough

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2025/03/25

Interview with world traveler, Bonnie Hough (who has traveled the world 8 times, 7 times by herself!), about her recent two month journey to Western Africa in 2024. days journey, she travels 8,000 miles with her small tour group visiting Morocco, Western Sahara, Senegal, The Gambia, Guinea Bissau, Guinea, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Cote d'Ivoire, Ghana, Togo and Benin. You can learn more about Bonnie and her travels by visiting her blog: https://www.bonnieflies.com/

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29:10

Traveling Solo with Paris with Amy Boyle

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2025/03/18

In this episode, Amy Boyle shares her transformative experience of a three-week solo trip to Paris, reflecting on the freedom and self-discovery that comes with traveling alone. She discusses her planning process, accommodations, and the importance of flexibility in exploring the city. Amy highlights memorable culinary experiences, her time spent in Versailles, and the valuable lessons learned about solitude and self-reflection. She also offers book and movie recommendations that capture the ...

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28:53

The Importance of Traveling as a Family with Rebecca...

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2025/03/11

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30:55

The Transformative Power of Bringing Women to Italy...

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2025/03/04

Susan Van Allen, inspired by her Italian American heritage, is a writer, traveler, and storyteller. Her first writing success was the critically acclaimed one-woman play, Jersey Girls, in which she portrayed 5 characters in an Italian-American family. She later wrote for Everybody Loves Raymond, penning the beloved episode “Marie’s Meatballs.” Blending her passions for writing and Italian travel, she authored 100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go and several other bestselling books....

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33:57

The Magic of Morocco with Joanne Weir

Mixtape Travels ·

2025/02/25

Joanne Weir is a James Beard Award-winning cookbook author, celebrated chef, restaurateur, TV host, and international cooking teacher based in San Francisco. One of Joanne's favorite places in the world is the country of Morocco. From the gracious people, incredible cities, and landscapes to its delectable food, Joanne has been mesmerized by Morocco since she first visited in 1992. Since then, she has returned every year, taking people on her culinary tours to experience the magic and w...

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39:02

Bangkok to Barcelona on Foot: Interview with Jenn...

Mixtape Travels ·

2025/02/10

Jenn Baljko is an award-winning author, editor, mentor, creativity kindler, and walker. One of her most significant achievements is walking from Bangkok to Barcelona on foot with her partner Lluís – walking nearly 10,000 miles across two continents! Listen in to this interview to learn more about their incredible journey. You can learn more about Jenn Baljko by visiting her website: alwaysonmyway.com.

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