Stacking Adventures: Every Traveler Has a Story

Jan 30 2025 101 ep. 52 mins 240
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Ready to dive into your next adventure? Begin your next travel adventure with us so you're inspired and prepared to do more, see more, and enjoy your trip. Hosts Joe Saul-Sehy and Crystal Hammond walk you through not only their stories, but also those of fellow adventurers. They talk to experts in travel, accommodations, booking flights, and more.

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Exploring National Parks with Libby Gifford

Jan 30 2025 70 mins  
Ever wonder which U.S. national parks are truly breathtaking—and which ones might not live up to the hype? Today, Joe and Crystal sit down with Libby Gifford, a seasoned park explorer and co-organizer of TravelCon, to swap stories about awe-inspiring landscapes, unexpected surprises, and the parks that didn’t quite make their bucket list. Along the way, you’ll hear: 🏕️

Our First Adventurer's Clubhouse Meeting!

Jan 21 2025 25 mins  
Big changes coming to the show (well, not really...more tweaks than anything)...and we're super excited to share them with you. Join our community online and let's have fun learning and laughing our way around the world.

Sip, Savor, and Adventure: Wine Tours, Tips, and Tales

Jan 14 2025 55 mins  
Here's the revised version without timestamps: Ready to swirl, sniff, and sip your way through some unforgettable wine-tasting adventures? Today’s episode of Stacking Adventures is a toast to wine tours, featuring hilarious and heartfelt stories, practical tips, and a few spills (hopefully just metaphorical). Crystal shares her dream of leading wine tours in retirement—because

YOUR Ireland Adventures!

Jan 07 2025 56 mins  
Ready to dive into the charm of the Emerald Isle? In this episode, we’re taking you on a journey through Ireland’s rugged countryside, lively cities, and ancient landmarks. Whether you’re chasing rainbows or trying to master driving on the other side of the road, we’ve got stories, laughs, and plenty of tips to inspire your next great adventure. Sheena starts us off with he

Your 2025 Travel Budget Planner

Dec 31 2024 64 mins  
Planning a dream vacation shouldn’t feel like a nightmare for your wallet. In this episode, Crystal and Joe unpack practical strategies to make your 2025 travels more affordable, enjoyable, and stress-free. Crystal is inspired as Joe shares his plan to extend FinCon with an unforgettable visit to Crater Lake National Park and Willamette Valley wineries. From there, they dive into

Everyday Adventures: Starting Next Year On the Right Foot! (SA017)

Dec 24 2024 28 mins  
What better way to kick off the new year than by planning your next great adventure? On this episode, we're sharing another podcast which will make your adventures brighter, the Everyday Bucket List Podcast. Karen Cordway and her husband (and co-host) Rich share their best tips for setting ambitious but achievable travel goals and bucket list ideas for 2025. From sparking brain gro

You Share Your Most Spooktacular Ghost Tour Adventures (SA016)

Dec 16 2024 37 mins  
Ever wonder where to find the most haunted hotspots in the country? Buckle up, because in this episode, Joe and Crystal share the spine-tingling ghost tours recommended by our Adventurers! From Savannah’s famous hearse ghost tours to the mysterious halls of the Winchester Mystery House and Salem’s historical haunts, we’ve got your next spooky adventure covered. Plus, we highl

Are You Missing Out on Free Vacations? (The Points Mom Shares Tactics and Tricks) SA015

Dec 10 2024 59 mins  
Are you making the most of your travel points? Whether you're a seasoned traveler or just dipping your toes into the world of rewards, this episode of Stacking Adventures is a must-listen. We’re joined by Cindy Greenstein, aka The Points Mom, who shares her insider secrets for getting top value from your travel rewards. From transferring points for better deals to stacking perks

Uncorked Adventures: The Secrets of Wine Tours (with Chile Wine Trails' Kylie Sherriff) SA014

Dec 03 2024 45 mins  
Why does wine taste different when you're sipping it abroad? And how do you design a wine tour that’s both unforgettable and Instagram-worthy? Today, we pop the cork on all things wine tourism with Kylie Sherriff, an Australian expat who traded her banking career for the lush vineyards of Chile. Kylie takes us behind the scenes of wine tourism, revealing the secrets to crafting t

From Luxury Tours to Local Markets: YOUR Peru Adventures (SA013)

Nov 26 2024 52 mins  
This week on Stacking Adventures, Joe and Crystal take us on a journey through Peru with two unique travel stories and a treasure trove of tips for travelers of all styles. First, Carrie and Eric share their unforgettable slow-travel experience, staying in an Airbnb, shopping at vibrant local markets, and immersing their kids in Peruvian culture. They reveal how to avoid tourist tr