Sunshine Travelers Podcast

Sunshine Travelers Podcast

Hosted by: Scott and Melissa Barronton

Where do I even start planning a trip? How can I afford to travel? Where should I go? When is the best time to visit? What should I pack? What should I do when I get there? If you are looking for travel...

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Episode 97 - How to Travel With Purpose in 2025: Volunteer and Service Travel Trends

Are you looking for a more meaningful way to travel in 2025? Volunteer travel, also known as service travel, impact tourism, and voluntourism, is on the rise, offering travelers the opportunity to give back while...
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Episode 96 - 5 Trending Travel Destinations for 2025

Are you looking for your next adventure away from the usual tourist crowds? Let us guide you to 2025’s emerging travel destinations as you plan your next trip.  In this episode, we discuss five destinations that you...
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Episode 95 - Nepal, South America, Europe and The Joys of Jet Lag with Kat Medina

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the incredible travel adventures of Kat Medina, author of The Joys of Jet Lag. Join us as Kat takes us on a journey through her awe-inspiring sunrise trek in Nepal’s Annapurna...
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Episode 94 - A Festive Arizona Getaway: Scottsdale, Sedona, and the Grand Canyon in Winter

In this episode, we explore the magic of Christmas and New Year’s in Arizona. From the festive charm of Scottsdale to the breathtaking beauty of Sedona’s red rock landscapes, and finally to the serene wonderland of...
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Episode 93 - What You Need to Know When Planning a Cruise to Antarctica & Why You Should Come With Us

Don't let this Bucket List opportunity pass you by - come with us Feb 2026 so you have more than a WHOLE YEAR to prepare! Click here to get ALL THE DETAILS! In this episode, we're diving into one of the most...
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Episode 92 - How to Manifest your Travel Bucket List

In this episode we’re looking ahead to 2025 and sharing our travel plans for the year. We’ll talk about the trips we’ve already booked, the destinations we’re excited to explore, and a few places still on our wish...
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Episode 91 - Travel Stories We've NEVER Told

In this episode we’re sharing a side of travel that doesn’t always make the highlight reel—the untold stories. These are the funny, unexpected, and sometimes not-so-glamorous moments that happen when you’re out...
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Episode 90 - Travel Letdowns and Highlights: Our Best and Worst Experiences of 2024 Reviewed

Welcome to this episode of the Sunshine Travelers Podcast, where we’re reflecting on our adventures from this past year! Join us as we revisit the incredible destinations we’ve explored and rate them on three key...
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Episode 89 - How to Turn Your Travel Dreams into Reality with @katieandjoeonthego

In this engaging episode, Katie and Joe, the dynamic duo behind “Katie and Joe on the Go,” share their inspiring journey of transforming their passion for travel into a sustainable lifestyle and business. The...
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Episode 88 - Travel Tuesday 2024 Deals

Welcome to the Travel Tuesday episode of the Sunshine Travelers Podcast.  If you’ve never heard of Travel Tuesday, think of it as the low-key sibling of Black Friday and Cyber Monday - except instead of gadgets, you...
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Episode 87 - 10 Things You Need to Know Before You Visit Cape Town, South Africa

If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing Table Mountain, sipping wine in the Cape Winelands, watching penguins waddle along a sandy beach, or visiting the Cape of Good Hope, in this episode, you will discover 10 essential...
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Episode 86 - Why You Should Say Yes to the Trip of a Lifetime

This episode is the third part of our series on our trip to Africa, we’re diving into something that goes beyond any single destination or adventure. We’re talking about seizing those once-in-a-lifetime...
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