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A Lady Well-Travelled | World Travels & Savvy Travel Tips

A Lady Well-Travelled | World Travels & Savvy Travel Tips

By: Shannon Bednarova
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Explore the globe with A Lady Well-Travelled, your go-to guide for smart travel strategies, cultural experiences, and discovering the world with a sense of humor and wonder!


DISCLAIMER: All opinions, recommendations and experiences shared on this podcast are solely those of the creator and/or her guests. Please do your own research and consult the appropriate professionals before making any decisions based on content shared on this show.


Thank you for listening! I welcome your feedback and suggestions, You can reach me at Shannon@ALadyWellTravelled.com

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Episodes
  • American Culture and Hospitality: Travel Tips for All US Visitors Beyond the World Cup
    Jun 29 2026

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    Has international reaction to visiting the United States during the FIFA World Cup taken you by surprise? Yeah, me neither!

    Explore American culture, cuisine, and hospitality with Shannon Bednarova, from the perspective of international visitors, especially during the World Cup. Learn why being good ambassadors at home and abroad matters and discover travel tips to appreciate America’s diversity, vastness and warm hospitality.

    Delve into international guest perceptions and firsthand experiences of American culture and hospitality during the World Cup, which have not aligned with the media narratives nor foreign governmental views regarding the US.

    Understand what most Americans have known all along!


    DISCLAIMER: All opinions, recommendations and experiences shared on this podcast are solely those of the creator and/or her guests. Please do your own research and consult the appropriate professionals before making any decisions based on content shared on this show.

    Thank you for listening! I welcome your feedback and suggestions or you simply let me know if you are enjoying the show. You can reach me at Shannon@ALadyWellTravelled.com

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    15 mins
  • Review of The Haven Private Dining Room and Specialty Restaurants on Norwegian Encore: Cruise Travel Insights
    Jun 23 2026

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    If you enjoy fine wines and gourmet cuisine while cruising, you'll want to listen to this episode of A Lady Well-Travelled!

    Join Shannon Bednarova as she explores the culinary delights of Norwegian Encore in this detailed review, highlighting the private dining experience in The Haven and three specialty restaurants, Onda by Scarpetta (Italian), Le Bistro (French), and Cagney's Steakhouse.

    Perfect for cruise travel enthusiasts and foodies seeking tips and recommendations as to where to eat onboard, reviews of presentation, must-order menu items, and dining atmosphere. Get insights on food quality, presentation, wine options and service that every traveler will appreciate.

    DISCLAIMER: All opinions, recommendations and experiences shared on this podcast are solely those of the creator and/or her guests. Please do your own research and consult the appropriate professionals before making any decisions based on content shared on this show.

    Thank you for listening! I welcome your feedback and suggestions or you simply let me know if you are enjoying the show. You can reach me at Shannon@ALadyWellTravelled.com

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    20 mins
  • Business Class Lounges - A Lost Haven Overrun with Non-Business Travelers & Children
    Jun 15 2026

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    Do you travel often for business and make use of airport business lounges? Then you won't want to miss this podcast!

    In this episode, Host and Creator, Shannon Bednarova discusses the decline of airport business lounges due to overcrowding by non-business travelers and families using credit card access. She explains how this affects the business lounge atmosphere, food, and workspace quality. She also discusses the lack of a dress code and professional attire, the lack of parental control over children in the lounge and how those who complain about it are ignored by the airlines.

    Shannon also conducted interviews of airline lounge staff and asked for honest answers as to why airlines tolerate this downward spiral in quality and service - and it is all related to financial incentives. The airline staff also told Shannon that they do not forsee any changes to the status quo, as the airlines are making too much money off of credit card fees. A must-listen for frequent business travelers.


    DISCLAIMER: All opinions, recommendations and experiences shared on this podcast are solely those of the creator and/or her guests. Please do your own research and consult the appropriate professionals before making any decisions based on content shared on this show.

    Thank you for listening! I welcome your feedback and suggestions or you simply let me know if you are enjoying the show. You can reach me at Shannon@ALadyWellTravelled.com

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    17 mins
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