Got a free weekend and no plan? Same. In this episode of Curious Caravan, we are talking last minute trips that are easy and actually worth the drive.

Our guest Debra makes a case for a Spokane staycation at the historic Davenport Hotel, complete with the Peacock Room, spa, and a ghost tour that gives major Shining vibes.

Lizette roots for a spontaneous day trip from Dallas to Austin for Barton Springs, live music, a mushroom bao at Lin's Asian Restaurant, and the new Banksy Without Limits art installation. Jason rounds it out with Amelia Island, Florida, a charming coastal town with Civil War history at Fort Clinch State Park, shark tooth hunting, and one of Florida's oldest lighthouses.

Whether you are a mom who needs to escape a flag football practice or someone who wakes up at 5 AM just to eat great food in another city, this episode is your permission slip.

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From cult classics to reality TV chaos, this episode of Curious Caravan explores the real places behind some of the most iconic movies and television shows.

Jason and Lizette are joined by Emilie DeLong and Christie Monturo to talk filming locations across the country.

Along the way, the group dives into Hollywood production stories, famous restaurants and bars featured on screen and the surprising tourism impact of shows like Siesta Key.

So whether you’re into nostalgic films, iconic TV moments, set-jetting travel, or hidden filming locations you can still visit today, this episode is packed with movie magic, behind-the-scenes stories, and destinations worth adding to your travel list.

Spring trips don’t have to look the same everywhere and that’s exactly the point.

In this episode of Curious Caravan, Jason and Lizette are joined by Emilie DeLong to break down spring travel three ways: a cozy, off-season escape in Maine, a culture-filled lineup in Dallas, and a classic (but still evolving) beach scene in Sarasota, Florida.

From empty coastlines and spring skiing in Maine to bluebonnet blooms and indie book crawls in Texas, to Gulf Coast sunsets and laid-back beach days in Florida, this episode is all about finding the version of spring break that actually fits your vibe.