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Travel Quips PodcastMy Travel Origin StoryIn a change of pace, Reyna Simone shares a little bit of her “why.” Why she travels, why she podcasts, and why she’s so dedicated to helping others eliminate barriers to travel. CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE! Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips **************************************************** Podcast Music & Sound Effects French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com. Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#....2019-06-2220 minTravel Quips PodcastMaking the Most of the Summer Even if You Can’t Afford a VacationBankrate recently released a report that the average vacation costs close to $2,000. But don’t let the dollar sign keep you from traveling. Reyna Simone counts anything as a vacation that allows you to recharge and reset. There are some great affordable summer options even if you can’t afford a plane ticket. We’ll talk about some of those things in this episode! SHOW RESOURCES Free Museum Day 2019 Under Canvass and the application to apply for the Glamping “Pay What You Can” vacation opportunity. CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE! Instagram...2019-05-2623 minTravel Quips PodcastA Germaphobe’s Dream: Plane It Safe Travel Safety KitReyna Simone is still transitioning and getting settled in with her new job and travel schedule—so we’re continuing with our Travel Goods Show interviews! Most of you know that Reyna is a germaphobe. From wiping down airplane surfaces to using plastic covers on remote controls, she can be a little… excessive… in her quest to fight travel germs. Which is why she was happy to chat with the CEO of Plane It Safe LLC, Peter Cook. How you can find Plane It Safe Website: www.planeitsafe.com Instagram: @planeitsafe YouTub...2019-05-1717 minTravel Quips PodcastTravel Goods Show Feature: The Chargetab™Continuing with the theme of awesome products at the Travel Goods Show, this week we feature the Chargetab™. The Chargetab™ is an environmentally friendly emergency phone charger that ensures “instant power at any hour.” Check out our interview with the Chargetab™ creator, Mark Lieblein! This was, hands down, the product Reyna Simone relied on the most while at the Travel Goods Show! How you can find the chargetab™ Website: www.chargetab.com Instagram: @chargetab Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chargetabs/ Reyna Simone’s IG Pic of the Chargetab™ 2019-04-2112 minTravel Quips PodcastTravel Goods Show Feature: The Airhook 2.0During the last week in March, Reyna Simone traveled to Vegas for the Travel Goods Show. The Travel Goods Show features the newest and most innovative products coming to the Travel Market. For the next few weeks, Reyna Simone will highlight some of her favorite products from the show. First up: The Airhook 2.0. This is a functional gadget that you definitely want to take with you on your next trip! This episode features an interview with the creator of the Airhook 2.0, Craig Rabin. How you can find The Airhook 2.0: Website: https://theairhook...2019-04-1311 minTravel Quips PodcastGrand Opening, Grand Closing: Boeing, WOW & JoonIn this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, we give the latest updates on the Boeing 737 Max 8 drama and discuss the untimely demise of two promising low cost airline carriers: WOW and Joon Airlines. CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE! Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ***************************************************** Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less an...2019-04-0615 minTravel Quips PodcastHotel Alternatives for Adventurous TravelersIn this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, Reyna Simone discusses three alternatives to staying in traditional hotels—especially for short trips, budget conscious trips, or layovers: hostels, airport nap pods, and overnight trains and busses. EPISODE LINKS AND RESOURCES: Travel Quips Blog Post: Should I Hostel? Travel Quips Blog Post: Hosteling Expectations Izzzleep Mexico City Airport Sleep Pods: http://www.izzzleep.com/ Reyna's Pictures from her night at Izzzleep! If you live in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area (or have friends who do...2019-03-2327 minTravel Quips PodcastBoeing 737 Max 8 Airplanes: The Good, Bad & UglyThis has been an insanely busy travel news week with all of the drama surrounding the Boeing 737 Max 8 airplanes. In this week of the Travel Quips Podcast, we recap what the issues were all about and the aftermath. The news on this is changing almost daily—but here’s the latest! EPISODE LINKS AND RESOURCES: Websites you can use to determine what type of airplane you are flying on: https://seatguru.com & https://www.flightstats.com/v2/ If you live in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area (or have friends who do), pl...2019-03-1624 minTravel Quips PodcastBlack Travel History Celebration This week, we celebrate pioneers in Black Travel History. Our celebration discusses The Green Book (the Oscar winning movie vs. the documentary of a similar name vs. the ACTUAL Green Book that both the movie and documentary reference); the inventor of the yellow light; and the explorer that inspires Reyna the most! EPISODE LINKS AND RESOURCES: The story behind the ACTUAL Green Book: How the Green Book Helped African-American Tourists Navigate a Segregated Nation Reyna’s Travel Inspiration: Barbara Hillary If you live in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area (or...2019-02-2819 minTravel Quips PodcastThere’s a Fine Line Between Curiosity and RacismReyna gives a recap of NBA All-Star weekend and discusses the “operational emergency” Southwest Airlines experienced this week. During the Reminiscing with Reyna segment, she discusses some of her experiences traveling in China by herself as a black woman. EPISODE LINKS AND RESOURCES: The article that frustrated me this week: The untold truth of being Black and studying abroad If you live in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area, please nominate Travel Quips for Indy Week's Best Local Podcast! Here’s how to do it: 1). Go to: https://indyweek.com/indy-week...2019-02-2232 minTravel Quips PodcastBut Did Anyone Die Tho?? 4 Things to Consider Before Traveling with a New BooIn the vane of Valentine's Day, we chat about the REAL things you need to consider before traveling with that special someone. And Reyna shares one of her most...interesting travel boo stories. CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE! Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ******************************************************** Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t...2019-02-1527 minTravel Quips Podcast3 Reasons To Go To NBA All-Star Weekend (Even If You Don't Have Tickets To The Game)Tis the season for large sporting events--Super Bowl was last weekend and NBA All-Star Weekend is coming up. It's estimated that upwards of 1 MILLION people traveled to Atlanta for Super Bowl weekend...what on earth were all of those folks doing? This week, Reyna Simone gives her suggestions on what to do when you don't have tickets to the game. CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE! Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ******************************************************** Do you have a travel related question that you would li...2019-02-0719 minTravel Quips PodcastGovernment Shutdowns are StupidDuring this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, we discuss the 35 day government shutdown and its impact on the travel industry. CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE! Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ******************************************************** Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you a...2019-02-0317 minTravel Quips PodcastFacebook Saved His Life: Interview with Michael LythcottOn August 22, 2018, Michael Lythcott posted a message on Facebook: "Help. In Danger. Call Police." After an earthquake hit Bali, Michael and his friend Stacey found themselves injured, isolated, and in need of help. Within moments of posting the message, Michael's world-wide network of friends sprung into action. In this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, Michael tells us about his amazing survival story and what he learned from his experiences. CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE! Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ************************************************************************************* Podcast M...2019-01-2533 minTravel Quips PodcastTravel Safety and Security Interview with Kimberlee RobertsIf you’ve ever wondered how to keep yourself safe while traveling, this episode is for you. In this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, we chat with Kimberlee Roberts, the President and CEO of Roberts Corporate Counterintelligence Associates LLC (RC2A), a company that specializes in safety and security issues. Kimberlee discusses why she created a travel safety and security course, the number one mistake travelers make that may compromise their safety, and tips on things to do (and not do) while on vacation! SHOW RESOURCES You can learn more about Kimberlee and RC2A by...2019-01-1030 minTravel Quips PodcastTravel Resolutions & January TravelIn this mini-episode, Reyna Simone discusses travel resolutions and answers questions about the best time to book travel and US travel destinations that shouldn't be missed. CONNECT WITH ME! Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips *********************************************************************************** Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first n...2019-01-0306 minTravel Quips PodcastHipmonk, Roadtrippers, and RFID ProtectorsThis short travel tech episode discusses apps that may be helpful during the holiday season: Hipmonk and Roadtrippers. Reyna Simone also discusses RFID protectors--there are some inexpensive ones you can buy for under $5! CONNECT WITH ME! Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips *********************************************************************************** OTHER RESOURCES: WILDFIRE RELIEF The California Wildfires have claimed over 40 lives and left thousands of people homeless leading up to the holidays. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here are some ways to do s...2018-12-2710 minTravel Quips Podcast112.5 Million = Pack Your Patience Part 2The 2018 holiday season is expected to be the busiest travel season on record! Pack your snacks and your patience! This week, Reyna Simone shares some of the staggering travel statistics, the 2018 TSA Airport of the Year, and new TSA technology. She quips about one of her airline passenger annoyances and answers a question on tips for traveling if you are disabled. CONNECT WITH ME! Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips *********************************************************************************** OTHER RESOURCES: WILDFIRE RELIEF The California Wildfires have claimed over 4...2018-12-2120 minTravel Quips Podcast2019 Travel DestinationsMany travel publications are sharing their predictions for the best places to travel in 2019. In this episode, we’ll discuss several of these lists—and Reyna Simone will share her own list of top travel locations for 2019. AirBnB 2019 Travel List Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2019 Travel & Leisure 50 Best Places to Travel in 2019 US News & World Report Best Places to Visit CONNECT WITH ME! Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips *********************************************************************************** OTHER RESOURCES: WILDFIRE R...2018-12-1424 minTravel Quips Podcast2018 Holiday Gift GuideIt’s holiday season and time to think about those holiday gifts! Reyna shares a few (affordable) ideas for what to give your loved ones! Travel More Hate Less T-Shirts Amazon Prime Waypoint Goods Travel Scarf Xenovo Pro Lense Kit CONNECT WITH ME! Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ******************************************************** OTHER RESOURCES: WILDFIRE RELIEF The California Wildfires have claimed over 40 lives and left thousands of people homeless leading up to the holidays. If you a...2018-12-0715 minTravel Quips PodcastJohn Allen Chau: Missionary Martyr? Or Witless Wanderer?This week’s episode discusses the controversy surrounding the death of 26-year-old traveler John Allen Chau. Chau was killed in November 2018 after attempting to make contact with the North Sentinel tribe—a tribe that has rejected contact with the outside world for thousands of years. Some call him a martyr…others call him an arrogant traveler...what do you think? SHOW RESOURCES Article highlighting the 11 times the outside world tried to make contact with the tribe on North Sentinel Island: https://www.thisisinsider.com/sentinelese-tribe-contact-world-2018-11#in-1867-an-indian-merchant-ship-crashed-near-the-island-1 *********************************************************************************** OTHER RESOURCES...2018-11-2936 minTravel Quips PodcastPassenger Bill of RightsHappy Thanksgiving! As we head into the busy holiday season, this episode focuses the passenger bill of rights for for airline, railway and cruise line travel. Reyna Simone chats about some of the things she is most grateful for and discusses one of her Thanksgiving travel #fails. SHOW RESOURCES Here is a really cool wallet card created by the Smarter Travel Blog containing the airline passenger bill of rights: https://adobeindd.com/view/publications/6e1c0c8d-cccd-426b-ab77-53fa5e6e0de8/1/publication-web-resources/pdf/Fold_Up_Card_Template.pdf Throw...2018-11-2224 minTravel Quips PodcastIt Started with the Poop, But It’s Not Really About the PoopOkay so election season is (almost) over and we’re back to our regular weekly episodes. Thanks for sticking with me during this hectic time! As they say—crap happens. Which unfortunately is so relevant to this episode. Did you hear about this craziness?!?!?! Delta Airlines is under fire because they forced a guy to sit in dog poop for two hours! Reyna Simone talks about this and goes into how it’s important to do what you need to do to feel safe while traveling. *********************************************************************************** OTHER RESOURCES: WILDFIRE RELIEF The California Wildfires have claimed...2018-11-1520 minTravel Quips PodcastBig Brother-ish or Nah? The Future of TSA Security.We’re back!! Life happened last week, but Reyna Simone is back just in time to tell you about the future of security with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The agency plans to use biometrics—such as fingerprinting and facial recognition scanning to enhance security measures. Reyna Simone discusses the program, provides tips for traveling with electronics and quips about whether the future of TSA security/government access to your biometric/DNA information is too much. SHOW RESOURCES TSA Biometrics Roadmap: https://www.tsa.gov/sites/default/files/tsa_biometrics_roadmap.pdf *********************************************************************************** 2018-10-2521 minTravel Quips PodcastMini-Episode 10: Preparing When You Haven't PreparedSometimes life happens--and this mini-episode is a testament to that. This week, Reyna discusses how to prepare for travel, when you haven't had time to prepare. *********************************************************************************** OTHER RESOURCES: HURRICANE RELIEF Parts of North Carolina and South Carolina are still reeling in the weeks after Hurricane Florence. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here are some ways to do so: World Central Kitchen: this is one of my favorite charities. They provide meals to those in need—and have a stellar record of helping i...2018-10-1109 minTravel Quips PodcastTravel Hacking with Jet Set LisetteOn this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, Reyna Simone interviews her new travel bestie, Lisette Austin, also known as Jet Set Lisette. Lisette discusses travel hacking for airline miles and hotel points, dispels myths about travel hacking, and provides tips for getting the most miles for your buck! You can find Jet Set Lisette at https://jetsetlisette.com. Here is the link to her Jet Set 101 Travel Hacking course: https://courses.jetsetlisette.com/p/jet-set-101/ Globetrotter Lounge Podcast: https://jetsetlisette.com/category/globetrotter-lounge-podcast/ *********************************************************************************** OTHER RESOURCES: HURRICANE FLORENCE RELIEF 2018-10-0428 minTravel Quips PodcastConquer Your Fear of FlyingOne of the biggest barriers to travel (besides time and money) is a fear of flying. In this travel tech episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, Reyna Simone discusses apps, tips, and resources to help you overcome the fear of flying. Find me on Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips *********************************************************************************** SHOW RESOURCES & REFERENCES Apps to help overcome your fear of flying: Turbulence Forecast App: www.turbulenceforecast.com Flying Calmly App (on iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/flying-calmly/id1042610682?mt=8 SOAR: http://www.fearofflying.com/ In Per...2018-09-2724 minTravel Quips PodcastUnited, I Really Want to Stop Talking About You…ButWelcome to Season 2 of the Travel Quips Podcast! We’ve done a little bit of rebranding (yes, Reyna Simone and Queen Simone are the same person); we talk about the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, new TSA carry-on limits, and increased check bag fees. And Reyna answers a question about how to handle ticketing agents when your flight is overbooked or delayed. Show Resources & References Parts of North Carolina and South Carolina are still reeling in the days after Hurricane Florence. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here are some ways to do so:2018-09-2024 minTravel Quips PodcastSurviving the Airport In this travel tech episode, Queen Simone discusses two apps and a website to help make your airport experience a bit more tolerable! MiFlight can help you check airport wait times, Grab allows you to order food ahead of time so you don’t have to spend your entire layover waiting in line, and The Guide to Sleeping in Airports will tell you the best airports to catch some zzz’s. This is the Season 1 finale of the Travel Quips Podcast!! Season 2 of the podcast will start on Thursday, September 20, 2018! There will be some cool new chan...2018-06-2819 minTravel Quips PodcastPack Your PatienceIn this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, Queen Simone discusses the World Cup (coming to the US in 2026) and airports that are cracking down on travelers sleeping in the airport. Her tip this week is to pack your patience when it comes to summer travel. During her quip for the week, she advocates for low cost rest options in airports and finally, she answers a question about her preference between Madrid and Lisbon. Also, don’t forget about the Travel Quips Prize Pack Giveaway! The deadline to enter has been extended to 11:59pm on June 30th! Go to w...2018-06-2124 minTravel Quips PodcastAnthony Bourdain RememberedHe was a traveler, chef, storyteller and the guy we all wanted to have a beer with... Anthony Bourdain. This episode of the Travel Quips Podcast is a discussion of his legacy and impact. Also, don’t forget about the Travel Quips Prize Pack Giveaway! The deadline to enter has been extended to 11:59pm on June 30th! Go to www.travelquips.com to enter. ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ************************ Do you ha...2018-06-1421 minTravel Quips PodcastYou Can’t Tweet Yourself to SafetyIn this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, Queen Simone chats about crazy passenger behavior, which seems to mark the beginning of the 2018 summer travel season. Her tip this week is actually a reminder about the 24-Hour Reservation Requirement. She quips about an airline passenger who got on twitter instead of getting herself to safety and answers a question about travel to New York City. 24-Hour Reservation Requirement Also, don’t forget about the Travel Quips Prize Pack Giveaway! The deadline to enter has been extended to 11:59pm on June 30th! Go to www.travelquips.com to e...2018-06-0726 minTravel Quips PodcastGoogle is Taking Over the WorldIn this travel tech episode, Queen Simone discusses three apps to help organize your trips: Google Trips, TripIt and TripCase. Google Trips TripIt TripCase Also, don’t forget about the Travel Quips Prize Pack Giveaway! The deadline to enter has been extended to 11:59pm on June 30th! Go to www.travelquips.com to enter. ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ************************ Do you have a travel related qu...2018-05-3128 minTravel Quips Podcast#Travel Tip Tuesday Mini-Episode 9: Before You Go ChecklistIn this episode, Queen Simone suggests making a pre-trip checklist. The Travel Quips Podcast is on a vacation hiatus and releasing #TravelTipTuesday mini-episodes until we return. Full episodes will resume on Thursday, May 31. ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the messag...2018-05-2205 minTravel Quips Podcast#Travel Tip Tuesday Mini-Episode 8: Carry It With YouIn this mini-episode, Queen Simone suggests taking some essentials with you on board your flight. The Travel Quips Podcast is on a vacation hiatus and releasing #TravelTipTuesday mini-episodes until we return. Full episodes will resume on Thursday, May 31. ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podca...2018-05-1504 minTravel Quips Podcast#Travel Tip Tuesday Mini-Episode7: Just AskIn this mini-episode, Queen Simone suggests a "Before You Go" Checklist. The Travel Quips Podcast is on a vacation hiatus and releasing #TravelTipTuesday mini-episodes until we return. Full episodes will resume on Thursday, May 31. ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the...2018-05-0904 minTravel Quips PodcastSouthwest Flight 1380: Recap, Aftermath & Disturbing PatternsIn this episode, Queen Simone recaps the accident on Southwest Flight 1380, gives a tip for reducing anxiety and stress while traveling, she quips about Southwest’s compensation package to the surviving passengers of flight 1380, and answers a question about how to balance tourist activities without being a “stereotypical tourist.” Queen Simone mentions this article on why rituals work during the podcast. ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ************************ Do you have a travel relat...2018-05-0322 minTravel Quips PodcastTravel Apps with Safety FeaturesIn this travel tech episode, Queen Simone discusses three apps that have safety features: Travel Smart (an app created by Allianz Global), Smart Traveler (the official app of the US Department of State) and TripLingo—which is supposed to have safety features, but probably functions better as a language app. ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a...2018-04-2625 minTravel Quips PodcastFollow the EuropeansThe public-sector employee strikes in Europe can have a major impact on spring and summer travel plans. This episode discusses the current strikes affecting air travel and the potential for European railway strikes in in the next few months. Queen Simone gives tips on how to get by when your travel plans get de-railed. SHOW REFERENCES: Tips from Allianz Travel Insurance on trip disruptions and delays. (But make sure you check the terms of your own travel insurance policy when traveling!) ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Bl...2018-04-1929 minTravel Quips PodcastGermophobic BreakdownQueen Simone starts by sharing the awesome news of being featured in 2 Pods A Day, which helps expose others to independent podcasts! The theme for this week in travel news is “don’t do stupid stuff while traveling.” She features three news stories that will make you shake your head. Her tip for the week stems from a traumatic germ-ridden experience (and after hearing her story and what researchers say, you’ll think twice about using that seat back pocket). She answers a question on how to unclog your ears after flying. 2 Pods A Day on twitter: ...2018-04-1228 minTravel Quips Podcast1 Step Forward; 2 Steps BackQueen Simone reads some of her podcast reviews, discusses (more) possible TSA security changes, and briefly mentions the top 5 US airlines with the best on-time rates. She borrowed a travel tip from Meghan Markle & fumes over an American Airlines change. She answers a question about tipping hotel housekeeping staff. Best U.S. airlines for on time flights: https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/flights/todayinthesky/2018/03/30/list-usas-best-airlines-time-flights/472131002/ ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ...2018-04-0530 minTravel Quips PodcastTravel Tech: Passports & Vegan FoodIt’s Travel Tech Time! In this episode, Queen Simone discusses her new favorite Instagram page & the Mobile Passport Control App (which shouldn’t be confused with the Automated Passport Control Program). For vegetarians and vegans, she discusses a website/app to help you find restaurants while traveling! Passenger Shaming on Instagram: @passengershaming Mobile Passport Control App: https://mobilepassport.us/ Automated Passport Control Program: https://www.cbp.gov/travel/us-citizens/apc HappyCow Website: https://www.happycow.net/ HappyCow App Page: https://www.happycow.net/mobile ************************ How to...2018-03-2920 minTravel Quips PodcastUnited Airlines is a Leader … In Pet Deaths!In light of the three incidents that United Airlines had involving pets last week, this episode focuses on traveling with pets. Queen Simone discusses United’s tragic history in transporting pets, provides tips for traveling with pets & quips about the overall ridiculousness of United's failures. She also answers a question regarding whether to drive or fly with your pet. Tips for Flying with Pets: https://www.cntraveler.com/stories/2015-11-11/5-tips-for-flying-with-pets/amp BarkPost Tips for Flying with Pets: https://barkpost.com/tips-traveling-plane/ ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instag...2018-03-2223 minTravel Quips PodcastAirlines Acting BasicIn this episode, Queen Simone previews her March Madness contests, discusses basic economy airline fares, and gives a tip on how to budget for your next trip. She gives National Geographic a pat on the back for their recent admission and tries to answer a tough question about handling racism when traveling. Numbeo Cost of Living Calculator: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/ ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ************************ Do you have a trav...2018-03-1527 minTravel Quips PodcastTravel Prayers Answered!Queen Simone chats about two new trends to expect in travel this year: domestic airlines (finally) feeding passengers and hotels becoming environmentally conscious. Her tip this week will help you avoid touching those germ-infested television remote controls in your hotel room. Finally, she answers a question about train travel. ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voi...2018-03-0720 minTravel Quips PodcastHallelujah Dancing Over A New AppIn this travel tech episode, Queen Simone discusses some new travel gadgets on the market and the StayConnect app! These are NOT affiliate links, just for your information! Nightlight Charging Station: http://www.talusproducts.com/Smooth-Trip-Nightlight-Charging-Station-p/st-el64-wht.htm Bottle Guardian: https://bottleguardian.com/ StayConnect for iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/stayconnect-mobile/id483233552?mt=8 StayConnect for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lodgenet&hl=en ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blo...2018-03-0118 minTravel Quips PodcastMini-Episode 6: Charge UpIn this mini-episode, Queen Simone chats about battery packs! ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions...2018-02-2207 minTravel Quips PodcastDon't #Travel HangryQueen Simone talks about the Olympics, suggests you don’t travel hangry and quips about airlines charging families extra to sit together. She answers a question for someone who has never flown on a plane. ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the messag...2018-02-1526 minTravel Quips PodcastBlack Travel History & Facing Solo Travel FearsQueen Simone talks about her plans to commemorate black history month by highlighting pioneers in travel history on her social media accounts. Her travel tip is to roll your clothes to save space in your suitcase. Here’s a video showing you one way to do that. She answers a question about facing your solo travel fears. ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Quee...2018-02-0724 minTravel Quips PodcastHidden City Ticketing & Travel TechIn this travel tech episode, Queen Simone explains Hidden City Ticketing and two ways to find these discounted fares: Skiplagged and the ITA Matrix. Skiplagged: https://skiplagged.com ITA Travel Matrix: https://matrix.itasoftware.com and how to use it https://thepointsguy.com/2016/02/using-ita-matrix-and-advanced-routing-codes/ ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips Her Blog: www.travelquips.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail...2018-02-0121 minTravel Quips PodcastStop Asking If It’s Safe for Women to Travel Solo!Queen Simone chats about National Plan Your Vacation Day, smart luggage woes, and a guy who tried to wear his all of this clothes to avoid paying the overweight bag fee. In her "Leave it in 2017" series, she vents about people asking women if it’s safe to travel solo. Finally, she answers a question about her go to travel souvenir. National Plan Your Vacation Day: https://www.projecttimeoff.com/planforvacation IG Pic of My Weirdest Travel Souvenir: https://www.instagram.com/p/8syASaqhCN/?taken-by=travelquips ************************ How to find Queen Si...2018-01-2427 minTravel Quips PodcastWe BEEN TravelingQueen Simone talks about the State Department’s New Travel Advisory system and American Airlines' attempt to drag themselves out of last place in terms of customer complaints. Her tip includes packing your own medical and first-aid trip while traveling. She quips about the notion that people of color just started traveling with the birth of online travel communities and answers a question about whether to disconnect the phone traveling. State Department Travel Advisories (includes a PDF country list and color-coded world at a glance map): https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html.html 2018-01-1723 minTravel Quips PodcastTravel New Year!Travel New Year! In the first full episode of 2018, Queen Simone chats about her holiday vacation, a couple of podcast changes, and goes into a little more detail about one of her travel resolutions. She encourages you to make a plan for your vacation days & answers a question about how to handle a long flight. ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to...2018-01-1024 minTravel Quips Podcast#Travel Tip Tuesday Mini-Episode 5Happy Holidays! The Travel Quips Podcast is on a holiday hiatus and releasing #TravelTipTuesday Mini-Episodes through the holiday season! Full length episodes will resume on January 10, 2018! ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com. ************************ How to find Quee...2018-01-0205 minTravel Quips Podcast#Travel Tip Tuesday Mini-Episode 4Happy Holidays! The Travel Quips Podcast is releasing #TravelTipTuesday Mini-Episodes through the holiday season! Full length episodes will resume on January 10, 2018! ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com. ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagram...2017-12-2605 minTravel Quips Podcast#Travel Tip Tuesday Mini-Episode 3Happy Holidays! The Travel Quips Podcast is releasing #TravelTipTuesday Mini-Episodes through the holiday season! Full length episodes will resume on January 10, 2018! HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE As a reminder, Queen Simone created a holiday gift guide for your last-minute holiday shopping needs! Note: This post contains affiliate links, meaning if you purchase an item from the links below, Queen Simone will get a commission. However, her picks and opinions are independent from any business incentives. Travel More Hate Less T-Shirts Tile Mate The Alchemist Eagle Creek Packing Cubes Tech...2017-12-1905 minTravel Quips Podcast#TravelTipTuesday Mini Episode 2Happy Holidays! The Travel Quips Podcast is releasing #TravelTipTuesday Mini-episodes through the holiday season! Full length episodes will resume January 10, 2018! ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com. ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagra...2017-12-1205 minTravel Quips Podcast#TravelTipTuesday Mini Episode 1Happy Holidays! The Travel Quips Podcast is releasing #TravelTipTuesday Mini-episodes through the holiday season! Full length episodes will resume January 10, 2018! ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com. ************************ How to find Queen Simone: Instagra...2017-12-0504 minTravel Quips PodcastTravel Tech & Holiday Gift GuideQueen Simone combines travel tech time with her 2018 Holiday Gift Guide. She answers a question on how she manages to avoid checking bags on most trips. RESOURCES & INFO Note: This post contains affiliate links, meaning if you purchase an item from the links below, Queen Simone will get a commission. However, her picks and opinions are independent from any business incentives. Queen Simone’s Holiday Gift Guide Travel More Hate Less T-Shirts Tile Mate The Alchemist Eagle Creek Packing Cubes Tech Armor 4Way 360 Degree...2017-12-0128 minTravel Quips PodcastHappy Thanksgiving & Black Friday AlternativesIn this episode, Queen Simone announces her new “Travel More, Hate Less” t-shirts. She reflects on the first 12 episodes, reads some podcast reviews, and shares her appreciation for all of your support! She discusses a Black Friday alternative, reminds you to take care of yourself during the holidays and gives advice on finding last minute, free tour options. RESOURCES & INFO Travel More Hate Less T-Shirts REI’s #OptOutside Black Friday Alternative Free/Low Cost Tour Information www.freetours.com Rick Steve’s Audio Tours ************************ Do you have a...2017-11-2527 minTravel Quips PodcastThe Calm Before the Thanksgiving StormIn this episode, Queen Simone helps prepare you for the holidays and offers up some humor from the Thrillist article The 21 Unwritten Rules of Flying You’re Probably Breaking to help relieve any pre-holiday stress. She answers a question on whether you can “wear your baby” through airport security. RESOURCES & INFO TSA rules on babies and security. ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds...2017-11-1726 minTravel Quips PodcastTripAdvisor is Tripping!The issue of sexual assault has exposed poor behavior in Hollywood. The travel industry is also facing allegations of poor behavior when it comes to this issue. In this episode, Queen Simone discusses the controversy surrounding TripAdvisor and both her quip and tip for the week is in response. She also answers a question about tipping abroad. RESOURCES & INFO Information for tipping practices based listed by country and general tipping etiquette. ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Qu...2017-11-1020 minTravel Quips PodcastBlack Folks Beware on American AirlinesIn this episode, Queen Simone discusses the NAACPs travel advisory for black travelers flying American Airlines. Her tip includes signing up for loyalty rewards programs and her quip is secretly motivated to break her husband of a bad travel habit. She answers a question about planning a travel budget. SHOW RESOURCES AND REFERENCES: NAACP Travel Advisory: http://amp.slate.com/blogs/the_slatest/2017/10/25/the_naacp_issued_a_national_travel_advisory_for_black_travels_flying_on.html Numbeo's Cost of Living Index: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/ ************************ Do you ha...2017-11-0423 minTravel Quips PodcastOn a Practical Note...In this travel tech episode, Queen Simone the Units Plus Converter app and handy dandy Google Maps. Her tip is super simple, but practical as well! ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com. ************************ How to find Que...2017-10-2817 minTravel Quips PodcastFEED ME!In this episode, Queen Simone discusses some popular Halloween destinations, explains her germophobe ways in her tip of the week and gripes about airlines not having enough food options on flights. She answers a question about solo female travel. SHOW RESOURCES AND REFERENCES: Halloween Destinations: West Hollywood Carnaval: https://www.visitwesthollywood.com/halloween-carnaval/ Festival of the Dead: http://www.festivalofthedead.com/ Halloween on Halsted: https://www.northalsted.com/halloween/ Louisville Zoo Halloween Party: https://louisvillezoo.org/halloween 17th Street High Heel Drag Race: https://www.faceboo...2017-10-2129 minTravel Quips PodcastNapa and Sonoma FiresIn this episode, Queen Simone discusses the California fires in Napa Valley and Sonoma County and quips about those who think about breaking laws while traveling. She also answers a question on how to prepare for babies/toddlers while traveling. SHOW RESOURCES AND REFERENCES: What Travelers Need to Know About Napa and Sonoma Fires: http://www.latimes.com/la-tr-california-fires-whats-open-what-closed-in-sonoma-and-napacounties-20171012-htmlstory.html Vineyards May Have Helped Slow the Spread of Fires: http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-vineyards-firebreak-20171012-story.html ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen...2017-10-1428 minTravel Quips PodcastFall Travel TrendsIn this episode, Queen Simone asks you to consider helping those who were devastated by Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. She discusses some travel trends to expect in the fall, gives a tip for those who hate airline turbulence, and answers a question regarding the pros and cons of staying at a hostel versus hotel. SHOW RESOURCES AND REFERENCES: Help for Puerto Rico: Chef Jose Andres is the founder of World Central Kitchen. He is leading the #chefsforpuertorico effort—they are on the ground and doing amazing things! They have fed thousands already and are...2017-10-0525 minTravel Quips PodcastTravel Tech Time!In this episode, Queen Simone discusses two travel apps designed to make your travel more cost efficient: Gas Buddy and Hopper. Her tip of the week deals with cell phones and travel. She vents about people crowding the gate at the airport and gives travel advice to someone who wants to look fabulous while traveling. SHOW RESOURCES AND REFERENCES: Gas Buddy: https://gasbuddy.com Hopper: https://www.hopper.com Cell Phone Border checks: https://news.vice.com/story/how-to-secure-your-phone-when-crossing-the-border Tips for Sec...2017-09-3031 minTravel Quips PodcastHurricanes and TravelIn this episode, Queen Simone discusses Hurricane Irma and traveling during hurricane season. RESOURCES AND REFERENCES: Hurricane Irma stats: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/09/11/hurricane-irma-numbers-records-storm-has-blown-away/ State Department Information: https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/emergencies/natural-disasters/HurricaneSeason.html Primer on Travel Insurance During Hurricanes: http://www.travelpulse.com/news/features/how-does-travel-insurance-work-during-a-hurricane.html Another Primer on Travel Insurance: http://www.frommers.com/tips/airfare/hurricane-travel-tips-what-you-need-to-know-about-travel-insurance-hotel-guarantees--more Insurance comparison sites: www.insuremytrip.com & www.squaremouth.com Stupid hurricane behavior: https://qz.com/1073757/hurricane-irma-vs-florida-man-tales-of-heroism-and-stupidity/ & https://www.yahoo.com/amp...2017-09-1823 minTravel Quips PodcastFighting FrenemiesIn this episode, Queen Simone discusses a bold move by the Pittsburgh International Airport—possibly embarking on nationwide changes to airport access. Her tip of the Week helps make airport travel easier. She gives advice on what to do when traveling with someone you don’t get along with… Pittsburgh Airport Changes: http://www.foxnews.com/travel/2017/09/06/flight-attendants-blast-pittsburgh-airport-s-new-tsa-rules-it-s-bad-idea.html TSA PreCheck Information: https://www.tsa.gov/precheck ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the...2017-09-1826 minTravel Quips PodcastLeave Momma at HomeIn the first episode, Queen Simone shares a little bit about herself and the inspiration behind this podcast. Queen Simone discusses the most expensive travel days of 2017, shares one of her most prized travel tips, and answers a question about handling an unexpected girls trip invitee. ************************ Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your name and where yo...2017-09-1724 min