The Marvels and Mishaps of Travel
Get inspired to explore the world and learn how to position yourself to meet all of your travel goals. A Podcast by two experienced female voyageurs about the luxurious and not so luxurious aspects of traveling.
- Update frequency
- every 16 days
- Average duration
- 45 minutes
- Episodes
- 44
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Monika Goes to Guatemala
Guatemala is one of the most underrated travel destinations that begs a second visit. From unique cuisines to kayaking on a lake surrounded by volcanoes, it's no wonder this country is …
Jess Goes to 5 European Countries in a Week!
On this semi-ridiculous and super fun adventure, Jess explores one city from each of five European countries. Driven by the travel bug, having to sleep in many different locations doesn…
Monika Goes to Malta
One way to travel if you are tight on cash is to travel off-season. Luckily Malta is a destination with plenty to do year-round. However, sometimes our travel plans don't always line up…
Jess Goes to Singapore
It's usually worth going along to the location where your significant other wants to go. Singapore does not disappoint in this short but sweet trip to the small country which is full of…
Monika Cruises to Alaska
There is more than one way to travel to Alaska, and in my humble opinion, this adventure cruise was the way to go. What better way to celebrate a milestone birthday than whale watching …
Jess & John Go to Peru
On this highly diverse adventure, Jess & John get up early to see the many wonders that Peru has to offer. With a jam packed itinerary, they enjoy everything even when some things go wr…
Monika & Marisa Go to the Galapagos Islands
A place unlike any other, the Galapagos Islands are a nature lover's dream! With one "pinch me - is this real" moment after another, the Galapagos islands should be on everyone's bucket…
Jess Goes to Finland & Estonia
Come along with Jess and her friends to the Nordic part of Europe for some exciting Airbnb Experiences, museums and food tours. The trip is full of charm and awkward moments and is wort…
Monika Goes to Colombia: The Trip That Started It All
Learning a new travel "style" can open a lot of new opportunities for more exotic destinations. Keeping an open mind and speaking your goals into the universe can help manifest some of …
Jess Goes to Haiti; The Trip That Started It All
On her very first adventure, Jess has many mishaps in Haiti but ultimately has the time of her life. Nothing quite goes right and the trip is the greatest education she has ever gotten …
Monika & Shanee Go to Los Cabos San Lucas
Mexico is a country I will return to over and over again. It's rich culture is as diverse as we are here in the United States. Each region offering up unique climate, geography, cuisine…
Jess Goes to Japan
On this dynamic adventure, Jess travels via the high speed train to multiple cities in Japan. From mysterious forests, to petting wild deer, to dressing up as a cartoon in a go kart, th…
Monika Goes to Belgium & Luxembourg
Several attempts at making this trip happen served up a lesson in travel insurance, footwear, and eye care health, but ended up exceeding expectations in this delicious and quirky part …
Jess Goes to Cambodia
On this exciting adventure in Southeast Asia, Jess and her companion voyage through the Angkor Temples which were the inspiration Tomb Raider. They also try delicious food and visit bea…
Monika Goes to South Africa
Sometimes a country just touches your soul. Was it the diversity of the city? Maybe it was the unique history. Or perhaps it was the exotic wildlife or the delicious wine. South Afri…
Jess Cruises to Antarctica
On this seemingly perilous voyage across Drake's Passage and into the unknown of Antarctica, Jess along with her cousin Whitney and friend Alex enjoy many outdoor adventures, beautiful …
Jess Goes to Argentina
On a grand adventure on her way to Antarctica, Jess explores various dynamic experiences in the metropolitan area of Buenos Aires and the Patagonia region of Ushuaia. Jess and her frien…
Monika Goes To Chile
In Season 2 of The Marvels and Mishaps of Travel, destinations that either Jess or Monika has traveled will be the topic of each episode. Each of our podcasters will share her favorite…
Season 1 Finale: The Airport Experience
In this episode, Jess & Monika cover everything you want to think about when you go to, arrive at, and leave the airport. They discuss getting to the airport a little early, bringing al…
Our Extensive Packing List
In this episode, Jess & Monika go over textbook level knowledge of how exactly you want to pack for your vacations. Just as you would with a college textbook, consider this as somethin…