Sunshine Travelers Podcast

By Scott and Melissa Barronton

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Episodes: 153

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Real Travel Tips, Bucket List Inspiration, and the Confidence to Book the Trip and Go! Ready to travel more and better? The Sunshine Travelers Podcast is your go-to travel podcast for real-world travel tips, inspiring stories, and expert guidance to help you plan extraordinary trips, with less stress and more joy. Hosted by real travelers Scott and Melissa Barronton, this podcast is built for midlife travelers and couples looking to finally take that dream trip—whether it’s a luxury safari in Kenya, a scenic train journey or walk through Europe, a coastal road trip in the US, or that dream cruise. Each weekly episode features: • Bucket list destination guides (think places like Italy, Iceland, South Africa, Greece, & more) • Practical tips on packing, planning, and using points & miles • Curated itineraries with hidden gems & local insights • Interviews with experienced travelers and travel pros • Travel hacks that save you time, money, and overwhelm • Travel Deals that are too good to pass up From avoiding overtourism, finding the best-value travel deals, traveling to new places and in new ways, this podcast helps you navigate every stage of your journey. They believe travel should be meaningful, memorable, and attainable, no matter where you’re starting from and they help you do just that. Follow the show and join them each week as they help you stop dreaming and start booking.

Episode Date
Episode 146 - Cruising Australia to Asia: Tasmania, Eden, and the Journey North on the Crown Princess
Nov 11, 2025
Episode 145 - Hong Kong: Disney by Day, Skyline by Night, Two Perfect Days in Hong Kong
Nov 04, 2025
Episode 144 - Travel Deals Thursday: Iceland's Winter Magic, A Mediterranean Dream, and what about that cruise status?
Oct 30, 2025
Episode 143 - Singapore In a Day: Slowing Down in the City of the Future
Oct 28, 2025
Episode 142 - Discovering Malaysia: Insider Tips on Kuala Lumpur and Penang with Colin + Meg
Oct 21, 2025
Episode 141 - Travel Deals Thursday - Japan to Alaska, St Lucia, 12 Day Caribbean
Oct 16, 2025
Episode 140 - Lombok, Indonesia: What Bali Was Like Before the Crowds
Oct 14, 2025
Episode 139 - Seeing the World, from Tasmania to Singapore - In Memory of Gene Bright
Oct 07, 2025
Episode 138 - Best International Travel Tips and Long-Haul Flight Hacks You Need to Know
Sep 30, 2025
Episode 137 - Travel Deals Thursday: Beaches Turks & Caicos, Rhine River Cruise, Tenerife
Sep 25, 2025
Episode 136 - Discover Ireland's Underrated Gem and Why We Will Be Returning
Sep 23, 2025
Episode 135 - Travel Deals Thursday: Postcard Cabins, Hotel Deals, and Explora Journeys
Sep 18, 2025
Episode 134 - Ireland’s Best-Kept Secret: Why Donegal Should Be on Your Travel List
Sep 16, 2025
Episode 133 - Travel Deals Thursday: Virgin Voyages Brilliant Lady & Celebrity Last-Minute Sailings
Sep 11, 2025
Episode 132 - Northern Ireland Travel Guide: Belfast, Dark Hedges, Causeway Coastal Route & Giant’s Causeway
Sep 09, 2025
Episode 131 - Frontier Freebies, Iceland Stopovers & Delta Skymiles Boost
Sep 04, 2025
Episode 130 - Best Alaska Cruise Shore Excursions in Ketchikan, Juneau & Skagway
Sep 02, 2025
Episode 129 - Best Cruise & Hotel Deals This Week – Hawaii, Atlas Ocean Voyages, and Marriott Homes & Villas
Aug 28, 2025
Episode 128 - The 4 Biggest Questions People Ask Before Booking an Alaska Cruise (And Our Honest Answers)
Aug 26, 2025
Episode 127 - Sandals Resorts Weather Guarantee, Celebrity River Cruise Launch, Alaska & Hawaiian Airlines Atmos Rewards
Aug 21, 2025
Episode 126 – Victoria, British Columbia Travel Guide: What to See, Eat & Do in Just 36 Hours
Aug 19, 2025
Episode 125 - Under $800 to New Zealand + Huge Cruise Savings
Aug 14, 2025
Episode 124 - Exploring the World One Run at a Time with The Travel Runner
Aug 12, 2025
Episode 123 - SkyMiles Status, Luxury Cruises & Tonga Island Savings – Hot Travel Deals
Aug 07, 2025
Episode 122 - Planning a Trip to St Lucia? Travel Tips, Resorts & What Most Guides Don’t Tell You
Aug 05, 2025
Episode 121 - Top Travel Deals to Alaska, the Caribbean & Last-Minute Summer Getaways
Jul 31, 2025
Episode 120 - Unexpected Fall Trips You’ve Never Thought to Take
Jul 29, 2025
Episode 119 - What You Need to Know Before Planning a Cruise to Alaska
Jul 22, 2025
Episode 118 - Why Fall is the Perfect Time to Visit Amelia Island
Jul 15, 2025
Episode 117 - Aisle or Window Seat? See If You Agree With Our Hot Takes on Travel
Jul 08, 2025
Episode 116 - Travel with Purpose: Building Hope in Paraguay
Jul 01, 2025
Episode 115 - How to Find Amazing Travel Deals
Jun 24, 2025
Episode 114 - How to Spend 2 Perfect Days in Barcelona: A Quick Travel Guide
Jun 17, 2025
Episode 113 - Our Experience Walking Through Umbria Italy with MACS Adventure
Jun 10, 2025
Episode 112 - Part 4 - Umbria Italy: Walking with MACS Adventure - Assisi
Jun 05, 2025
Episode 112 - Part 3 - Umbria Italy: Walking with MACS Adventure - Spello
Jun 03, 2025
Episode 112 - Part 2 - Umbria Italy: Walking with MACS Adventure - Bevagna
May 29, 2025
Episode 112 - Part 1 - Umbria Italy: Walking with MACS Adventure - Montefalco
May 27, 2025
Episode 111 - Berlin, Germany: An Undervalued European City
May 20, 2025
Episode 110 - What To Do in Berlin When You Only Have Two Days
May 13, 2025
Episode 109 - From Madrid to Sicily: Foodie Travel Secrets with the Culture Craving Couple
May 06, 2025
Episode 108 - Trip Planning 101: How to Plan A Great Trip from Start to Finish
Apr 29, 2025
Episode 107 - Walking in Italy: Previewing Our Macs Adventure Short Break
Apr 22, 2025
Episode 106 - Pack Like a Pro: Essentials for Every Trip
Apr 15, 2025
Episode 105 - Spring Travel Guide 2025: Rome, Tokyo, Paris & More
Apr 08, 2025
Episode 104 - Everything You Need to Know About Self-Guided Travel with Macs Adventure
Apr 01, 2025
Episode 103 - Hidden Gems in London: How to Get Off the Beaten Path
Mar 25, 2025
Episode 102 - Iceland - Four Days on Golden Circle, South Road, and Reykjavik
Mar 18, 2025
Episode 101.c - Live from Iceland Mini Episodes - Day 3 - Diamond Beach, Glaciers, and Canyons
Mar 09, 2025
Episode 101.b - Live from Iceland Mini Episode - Day 2 Seljalandsfoss, Vik and Diamond Beach
Mar 08, 2025
Episode 101.a - Live From Iceland Mini Episode - Day 1 - Blue Lagoon & Golden Circle
Mar 07, 2025
Episode 101 - Iceland in the Winter: The Land of Fire and Ice
Mar 04, 2025
Episode 100 - 100 Episodes Later: Who We Are and Why We Started Sunshine Travelers
Feb 25, 2025
Episode 99 - Sunshine Travelers Update and Where We Are Going Next
Feb 18, 2025
Episode 98 - 10 Banned Activities in Italy Every Traveler Must Avoid
Feb 11, 2025
Episode 97 - How to Travel With Purpose in 2025: Volunteer and Service Travel Trends
Feb 04, 2025
Episode 96 - 5 Trending Travel Destinations for 2025
Jan 28, 2025
Episode 95 - Nepal, South America, Europe and The Joys of Jet Lag with Kat Medina
Jan 21, 2025
Episode 94 - A Festive Arizona Getaway: Scottsdale, Sedona, and the Grand Canyon in Winter
Jan 14, 2025
Episode 93 - What You Need to Know When Planning a Cruise to Antarctica & Why You Should Come With Us
Jan 07, 2025
Episode 92 - How to Manifest your Travel Bucket List
Dec 31, 2024
Episode 91 - Travel Stories We've NEVER Told
Dec 24, 2024
Episode 90 - Travel Letdowns and Highlights: Our Best and Worst Experiences of 2024 Reviewed
Dec 17, 2024
Episode 89 - How to Turn Your Travel Dreams into Reality with @katieandjoeonthego
Dec 10, 2024
Episode 88 - Travel Tuesday 2024 Deals
Dec 03, 2024
Episode 87 - 10 Things You Need to Know Before You Visit Cape Town, South Africa
Nov 26, 2024
Episode 86 - Why You Should Say Yes to the Trip of a Lifetime
Nov 19, 2024
Episode 85 - What Experiences Make a Safari Truly Unforgettable?
Nov 12, 2024
Episode 84 - How to Choose the Perfect Accommodations for Your Safari
Nov 05, 2024
Episode 83 - Caribbean 101: Our Interview on Travel Squad Podcast
Oct 29, 2024
Episode 82 - 4 Days in Cairo: Itinerary & Tips
Oct 22, 2024
Episode 81 - Traveling to Japan: Tips, Hidden Gems, and Must-See Destinations
Oct 21, 2024
Episode 80 - Why You Should Use a Travel Agent
Oct 08, 2024
Episode 79 - Stay Safe, Stay Secure: Cybersecurity Tips While Traveling
Oct 01, 2024
Episode 78 - The Travel Insurance You're Looking for Isn't Insurance
Sep 24, 2024
Episode 77 - Don't Miss These Current Travel Deals
Sep 17, 2024
Episode 76 - Staying Connected Abroad Without Roaming Fees
Sep 10, 2024
Episode 75 - Travel Tips for Food Lovers with Jay Ducote
Sep 03, 2024
Episode 74 - 10 Things You Need to Do Before Traveling
Aug 27, 2024
Episode 73 - Planning for an African Safari with Piper Mackay
Aug 20, 2024
Episode 72 - How to Travel for Free or Nearly Free with Abby Hatteburg
Aug 13, 2024
Episode 71 - Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Greek Island Getaway
Aug 06, 2024
Episode 70 - Europe Family Trip: First-Time Tips & Traveling with Kids
Jul 30, 2024
Episode 69 - Return to Puerto Rico: Exploring the Caribbean's Most Underrated Destination
Jul 23, 2024
Episode 68 - 2-Day Paris Itinerary: Our Must-See Attractions and Tips
Jul 16, 2024
Episode 67 - Rome in 48 Hours: Must-See Landmarks and Hidden Gems
Jul 09, 2024
Episode 66 - Top Mistakes to Avoid When Visiting the Amalfi Coast
Jul 02, 2024
Episode 65 - How to Get the Group Trip out of the Group Chat with The Travel Squad Podcast
Jun 25, 2024
Episode 64 - The Truth Behind Why We Often Choose International Travel Over Domestic
Jun 18, 2024
Episode 63 - Exploring the UK Beyond London: Our Top 5 Must-See UK Destinations
Jun 11, 2024
Episode 62 - Is a Disney VIP Tour Worth It?
Jun 04, 2024
Episode 61 - What Are Your Favorite Travel Experiences?
May 28, 2024
Episode 60 - The Wild Mississippi
May 21, 2024
Episode 59 - Visiting Amelia Island: What to Do and See in 2024 & 2025
May 14, 2024
Episode 58 - Which Caribbean Island Should You Visit, Aruba or Curacao?
May 07, 2024
Episode 57: How to Visit Aruba Both On & Off The Beaten Path
Apr 30, 2024
Episode 56 - Discovering Curaçao
Apr 23, 2024
Episode 55 - Want to Visit Egypt? Here's What to Know Before Visiting Cairo
Apr 16, 2024
Episode 54 - What We've Learned About Travel Hacks
Apr 09, 2024
Episode 53 - Norway and the Magical Northern Lights
Apr 02, 2024
Episode 52 - One Year of the Sunshine Travelers Podcast! Our Most Popular Episodes & What's Next!
Mar 26, 2024
Episode 51 - Buenos Aires, Argentina & Beyond
Mar 19, 2024
Episode 50 - How to Plan the Ultimate Costa Rica Getaway & Vacation like a Local
Mar 12, 2024
Episode 49 - A Journey Through Morocco: Culture, Cuisine, and Landscapes You Can't Miss
Mar 05, 2024
Episode 48 - Barrels and Beyond: The Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Feb 27, 2024
Episode 47 - Thinking About Driving Abroad? Here's What You Need to Know!
Feb 20, 2024
Episode 46 - Falling in Love with the Maldives
Feb 13, 2024
Episode 45 - What You Need to Know About Aruba
Feb 06, 2024
Episode 44 - How These Tools Will Help You Travel Better
Jan 30, 2024
Episode 43 - Trip Ideas for a Day or a Week in Nassau, Bahamas
Jan 23, 2024
Episode 42: A Weekend Itinerary for Pittsburg, Pennsylvania
Jan 16, 2024
Episode 41 - Arizona and the Grand Canyon
Jan 09, 2024
Episode 40 - A New Year and a New Bucket List
Jan 02, 2024
Episode 39: 2023 Adventures, Stories & Surprises
Jan 02, 2024
Episode 38 - Lisbon, Portugal and Beyond
Dec 19, 2023
Episode 37: 12 Destinations you Need to Visit in the Winter
Dec 12, 2023
Episode 36 - Cruising the Caribbean
Dec 05, 2023
Episode 35 - Snow Skiing in Colorado
Nov 28, 2023
Episode 34 - Gift Guide for Travel Lovers
Nov 21, 2023
Episode 33 - The Best Way to Visit Napa Valley & Sonoma, California
Nov 14, 2023
Episode 32 - Traveling Around the World Fast and Slow with Raut Finder
Nov 07, 2023
Episode 31 - Top 5 Scary Things About Travel
Oct 31, 2023
Episode 30 - Tips for Planning a Trip to New Orleans, LA
Oct 24, 2023
Episode 29 - Why We Fell in Love with Cancun, Mexico
Oct 17, 2023
Episode 28 - Should You Book a Mediterranean Cruise?
Oct 10, 2023
Episode 27 - 7 Places You Need to Visit in Italy
Oct 03, 2023
Episode 26 - Did You Pack Snacks?
Sep 26, 2023
Episode 25 - Why you Need to Visit Belize
Sep 19, 2023
Episode 24 - 2 Days in Barcelona
Sep 12, 2023
Episode 23 - How to Handle Travel Disruptions
Sep 05, 2023
Episode 22: Greece Off The Beaten Path
Aug 29, 2023
Episode 21 - Scotland Road Trip
Aug 22, 2023
Episode 20 - How to Plan a Trip - Our Step by Step Guide to Planning Your Bucket List Adventure
Aug 15, 2023
Episode 19 - How to Plan and Save Money on Excursions Beyond the Cruise Port
Aug 08, 2023
Episode 18: Dublin & Southern Ireland Road Trip
Aug 01, 2023
Episode 17: Navigating Walt Disney World with Senior Adults
Jul 25, 2023
Episode 16: Tips for an Adult Walt Disney World Adventure
Jul 18, 2023
Episode 15: How to Plan a Trip to Walt Disney World with Children
Jul 11, 2023
Episode 14: Discover Amelia Island, Florida – A Local's Ultimate Travel Guide
Jul 04, 2023
Episode 13: 10 Essential Packing Tips for Smooth Traveling
Jun 27, 2023
Episode 12: The Benefits of Joining Travel Loyalty Programs
Jun 20, 2023
Episode 11: Journey to the Last Frontier: Our Alaska Road Trip Adventure
Jun 13, 2023
Episode 10: Antarctica, From the Icy Unknown to Your Bucket List
Jun 06, 2023
Episode 9: What You Need to Know When Planning a Trip to St John in the US Virgin Islands
May 30, 2023
Episode 8: 4 Days in Puerto Rico
May 23, 2023
Episode 7: A Summer Trip to Europe
May 16, 2023
Episode 6: 7 Ways to Beat Jet Lag
May 09, 2023
Episode 5: London Travel Guide
May 02, 2023
Sunshine Travelers Podcast Trailer
Apr 28, 2023
Episode 4: Introducing Your Hosts, The Sunshine Travelers
Apr 25, 2023
Episode 3: Exploring Quito and the Equator
Apr 16, 2023
Episode 2: The Galapagos Islands
Apr 16, 2023
Episode 1: Creating a Travel Bucket List
Apr 11, 2023