Emmy winner Joseph Rosendo joins us! In this special episode, Joseph, known for his PBS show 'TravelScope,' shares invaluable travel tips focusing on the importance of immersing oneself in local cultures rather than merely visiting tourist sites. He emphasizes the need to interact with locals to truly enrich your travel experience. The episode also covers Joseph's thoughts on packing smartly, the significance of speaking a few phrases of the local language, and the art of bargaining responsibly. His candid reflections will give you not only important tips, but also practical advice to enhance your future travels.

RUN OF SHOW

• Introduction to a Special Episode
• Greatest Hits and Special Interviews
• Travel Insights with Joseph Rosendo
• Engaging with Locals
• Supporting the Show
• Upcoming Episodes and Listener Contributions
• Interview with Joseph Rosendo
• Behind the Scenes of Travel Scope
• The Essence of Travel Experiences
• The Importance of Language in Travel
• Curiosity and Spontaneous Interactions
• The Art of Bargaining
• Final Thoughts and Reflections

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We need your help! We are prepping episodes on New Orleans, Ghost Tours, and Peru & Chile! If you have adventures in these areas, share your stories with us for a future episode of the podcast! You'll have five minutes to tell your story, so let it fly! HTTP://stackingadventures.com/mystory

Today, we'll take you to BACK to Japan, a place that Crystal visited and shared her experiences from. Now we share YOUR hilarious and insightful adventure stories, including mishaps like throwing up in your boss's wife's shoes, avoiding canceled flights due to typhoons, and playing the exchange rate game. We also gather practical travel tips including public transportation, eating at 7-Eleven, and must-try food experiences. Learn the importance of not over-planning, early starts to beat the crowds, and how to make the most out of your trips. This episode is packed with both funny and useful advice to make your future Japan trips unforgettable.

RUN OF SHOW

• Introduction and Japan Trip Teaser
• Adventurers Share Their Stories
• Joe's Daughter's Japan Experience
• Teaching English in Japan
• Travel Tips and Cultural Insights
• Public Transportation in Japan
• Japanese Toilets and Bathroom Culture
• Japanese Cuisine Adventures
• 7-Eleven in Japan: A Unique Experience
• Gear of the Day Teaser
• Travel Planning Insights
• Exploring Japan: Key Destinations
• Travel Tips and Personal Anecdotes
• The Importance of Flexibility in Travel
• Navigating Japan's Transportation System
• Unique Experiences and Local Cuisine
• Final Travel Tips and Reflections
• Gear of the Day and Closing Thoughts

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Dive into the vibrant and enigmatic world of New Orleans as Crystal and Joe are joined by authors Sharon Keating and Christi Keating Sumich, who take us on a journey through the city's rich (and haunted) cocktail history. In this episode, you'll learn about iconic drinks such as the Absinthe Frappe and the famous Sazerac and explore some historic and haunted hotspots like Jean Lafitte's Old Absinthe House and the Roosevelt Hotel's Sazerac Bar. Sharon and Christie share their expertise on New Orleans' unique blend of life, death, and celebration. Plus, get ready for some gear of the day suggestions to enhance your adventure experience!

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RUN OF SHOW

• Introduction to Ghost Tours and Party Scenes
• Exploring New Orleans: Drinks and History
• Pronunciation Fun and Gear of the Day
• Meet our guests, Sharon and Christi
• New Orleans: A Unique American City
• The Mystique of Absinthe
• Cemeteries and Celebrations
• Speakeasies and Vampire Legends
• Making the Perfect Absinthe Frappe
• Hemingway's Connection to New Orleans
• Exploring New Orleans: Walking Distance and Maps
• Death in the Afternoon: Hemingway's Cocktail
• Commander's Palace and Lafayette Cemetery
• Streetcars and Navigating New Orleans
• The Iconic Sazerac Bar at the Roosevelt Hotel
• Writing 'Hauntingly Good Spirits': A Family Collaboration
• Final Thoughts and Farewell

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