Finding trustworthy travel advice is essential for a smooth and enjoyable trip, but quality recommendations aren’t always easy to come by. In this episode, Rob will talk through how to distinguish valuable insights from the noise. We’ll cover online sources like Google, YouTube, and social media, as well as offline options like travel books, friends and family, and travel agents. Who can you trust, and how can you navigate the potential conflicts of interest? By the end of the episode you will hopefully be a better, more informed travel planner.

Full show notes are available on the Trip Hacks DC website.

Weather can make or break a trip, and managing expectations is key for Washington DC visitors. In this episode, we'll cover everything travelers need to know about DC's weather to plan a successful trip and enjoy their stay. We'll explore what each of the city's four distinct seasons is like, provide packing tips for each season, and highlight the best sources for accurate weather forecasts, and how to interpret them. Plus, we'll discuss the potential for severe weather and what visitors should be aware of when planning their trip.

Full show notes are available on the Trip Hacks DC website.

Where are you going to eat when you visit Washington, DC? What are some unique places that you can visit that you won’t find back home or elsewhere on your travels? In this episode we hope to give you some inspiration to seek out fun places to eat. Rob is joined by guest JoAnn Hill - a local author who just published the book Unique Eats and Eateries of Washington, DC. We’ll go behind the scenes and discuss how JoAnn chose the eateries to highlight in the book and give a few of our own personal favorite places to eat.

Full show notes are available on the Trip Hack DC website.