Episodes

  • Is Air Travel Getting More Turbulent? Travel Tip Tuesday
    Jun 23 2026

    After a not-so-fun flight, Jenn researches whether turbulence is getting worse (spoiler alert: it is). She also shares some tips to make flying more comfortable (and less nausea-inducing)

    Episode Resources:

    • BBC Science Article

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

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    7 mins
  • Meggan's Portugal Road Trip - What She Did, Ate, and Saw (& Mistakes She Made)
    Jun 17 2026

    Meggan and her husband spent two weeks traveling Portugal, and she shares all the highs and lows of their adventure, including what she would choose to do differently next time. She shares where they stayed, what they did, where they ate and so much more.

    Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content.

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

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    42 mins
  • New Currency Conversion Trap to Avoid - Travel Tip Tuesday
    Jun 9 2026

    Meggan shares her recent experience in Portugal when paying with her credit card or withdrawing cash. The machines may ask if you want to "accept or reject conversion" and hitting accept may cause you to pay more in fees than you planned!

    Episode Resources:

    • Should you carry cash when traveling?

    Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content.

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

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    4 mins
  • Beginner's Guide to Glasgow, Scotland
    Jun 3 2026

    If you're planning your Scotland adventure, don't miss heading to Glasgow! This fun city is full of great things to do, eat, and see. We break down how to get to Glasgow, where to stay, and what to do while visiting.

    Episode Resources:

    • Mural Trail website
    • Beginner's Guide to Edinburgh
    • Beginner's Guide to Isle of Skye
    • Jenn's Scotland Road Trip Report

    Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content.

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    Check out our fav items here: Our Favourite Travel Products

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

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    22 mins
  • Your Last Chance to Fix 4 Things Before Summer - Travel Tip Tuesday
    May 26 2026

    If you plan to travel this summer, now is the time to make sure you have your ducks in a row! Meggan shares four things you should do now to make sure you're ready to go.

    Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content.

    We have Merch! Shop the Travel Mug Podcast Store

    Check out our fav items here: Our Favourite Travel Products

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

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    5 mins
  • Mastering Aeroplan and Air Canada Status with Geoff from Abeam Travel Design
    May 20 2026

    If you're wondering how to get free flights with Aeroplan points, how to get into the Maple Leaf Lounge, or what the SQCs mean, Geoff breaks it all down for us. He shares how he has mastered the Aeroplan program and tips for building up your points.

    Episode resources:

    • Abeam Travel Design website
    • Abeam Travel Design Instagram

    Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content.

    We have Merch! Shop the Travel Mug Podcast Store

    Check out our fav items here: Our Favourite Travel Products

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

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    38 mins
  • Can Airlines Add a Fuel Surcharge After You Book? Travel Tip Tuesday
    May 12 2026

    Flight and fuel prices have been chaotic over the past few weeks. With all the uncertainty, many are wondering if airlines can charge you a fuel surcharge on existing flights. Find out what you should do about your summer flights!

    Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content.

    We have Merch! Shop the Travel Mug Podcast Store

    Check out our fav items here: Our Favourite Travel Products

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

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    4 mins
  • How We Reset After a Rough Travel Day
    May 6 2026

    Bad days happen when you are traveling, but you can reset! Here is how we handle jet lag, anxiety, illness or injury, transportation issues, and more!

    Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content.

    We have Merch! Shop the Travel Mug Podcast Store

    Check out our fav items here: Our Favourite Travel Products

    GRAB OUR MASTER PACKING LIST HERE

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

    Support the show

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    26 mins