Planning a trip to Europe?

Don’t let these common travel mistakes derail your adventure.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the top travel mistakes I see some travelers make.

And I'm going to offer up some tips on how you can avoid them.

From overpacking and rushing through your itinerary to arriving at the wrong airport (yep, it happens!), these slip-ups can cost you time, money and a lot of stress.

We'll cover topics such as packing, ensuring you arrive at the correct airport or train station, money and credit card mistakes and visiting sites.

And we'll talk about tips for best planning your itinerary to make the most of your time without needing a vacation from your vacation.

If you want a smoother, more enjoyable trip, this episode will help you steer clear of the most common travel mistakes — and travel like a pro.

In this episode:

2:08: Intro

3:10: Pre-Planning Mistakes

10:57: Traveling Mistakes

20:55: Paperwork & Money Mistakes

29:53: Other Considerations

35:29: Tech Mistakes

38:33: Insurance

39:27: Recap

40:50: Wrapping it up

Important links:

Safety Wing

Battleface

UK ETA

Tips for Managing Technology in Europe

Tips on Handling Money in Europe

6 Tips For Planning an Amazing Trip to Europe

3 Quick Tips for Planning Your Trip to Europe: The Packing Dilemma

Wander Your Way Resource

In this fun and wanderlust-fueled episode, I'm unveiling My Ultimate Europe Wish List—a curated collection of the top places I most want to visit in Europe, organized by category.

From dreamy castles to vibrant cities, secluded islands to breathtaking mountain ranges, this list is packed with destinations that stir the soul and spark the imagination.

You’ll hear why I’m drawn to the soaring peaks of the Swiss Alps, the café culture of Vienna and the sun-drenched charm of Provence.

I’ll also share the pull of Finland’s forests and saunas, plus some hidden small towns, spiritual sites and nature parks that make me want to ditch my laptop and wander.

🧳 Whether you're planning your own European adventure or just love to dream about travel, this episode will give you serious inspiration—and maybe a few surprises!

💡 Your Turn!

Create your own “Europe by Category” wish list!

Use the categories I did — like Beach, City, Country, Island, Mountains, Castle.

Or invent your own (hello, Best Place for Wine or Most Likely to Run Into a Sheep).

Tag me on Instagram or share your picks in your favorite travel group.

Let's turn daydreams into itineraries!

In this episode:

1:41: Intro

5:12: Beach

8:36: Mountains

10:15: City

12:15: Historical

15:43: Castle

18:16: Spiritual

22:14: Small Town

25:20: Island

27:31: Nature Park

29:16: Region

30:41: Country

32:49: Recap

35:34: Listener review

37:31: Wrapping it up

Important links:

Why the Awesome Isle of Lewis and Harris Needs To Be on Your Scottish Itinerary

12 of My Favorite Amazing European Cities

My Favorite 11 Beautiful and Unexpected Beaches in Scotland

My 15 Favorite Amazing Historical Sites in Ireland

Why You Need To Visit the Beautiful Churches on Your Travels to Europe

Wander Your Way Adventures

Wander Your Way Resources

Patagonia

Ever wonder how Wander Your Way came to be?

In this candid (and sometimes hilarious) episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing my full travel origin story.

Yep.

It's finally time you heard Lynne’s Story — how I fell head over heels for travel, became obsessed with Europe and ended up building a life as a Europe travel advisor, blogger and podcaster.

From my early wanderlust as a kid in Ohio, to solo travel adventures and the life-changing trips that led me to launch Wander Your Way, this episode is packed with personal stories, a few surprises and a whole lot of passion for independent European travel.

In this episode, you’ll hear the story of the very first trip that sparked my travel bug and how Europe quickly stole my heart — and never gave it back.

I’ll walk you through the highs, lows and hard-won lessons of launching my travel business.

And I'll share what truly drives me to help you experience Europe in a way that’s personal, meaningful and completely your own.

If you're curious about the woman behind the mic — and behind the custom travel itineraries — this one’s for you.

Grab a coffee (or a glass of wine 🍷), get comfy and press play.

P.S. Lynne's Story is definitely a little more personal, a little less itinerary — but I hope it gives you a better idea of the travel-loving fool behind the mic.

In this episode:

1:29: Intro

2:13: Way Back When

7:29: First International Trip

15:52: Europe Travel & Planning

21:42: An Idea Takes Hold

37:33: Ebbs and Flows of Business

41:12: Wrapping It Up

Important links:

Itinerary Planning

Customized Travel Planning

Eagle Creek

Outside Agents

Wander Your Way