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Dec. 13, 2022

Franklin, TN

Franklin Tennessee Holiday charm, historic downtowns, and unforgettable Southern flavor Episode 106 – The Family Vacationer with Rob and Danny This week on The Family Vacationer, we head just 22 miles south of Nashville to Fr...

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Dec. 6, 2022

Santa Claus, IN

Santa Claus Indiana A magical Christmas town with lights, letters, and cocoa galore Episode 105 – The Family Vacationer with Rob We’re kicking off our annual holiday travel series with one of the most festive towns in America...

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Nov. 29, 2022

Pigeon Forge Recap

An unexpected trip with unexpected adventures! Rob recaps his family's trip to Pigeon Forge and all the fun experiences they had. Don't miss this episode! (Special thanks to the Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism for providin...

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Nov. 22, 2022

Faye Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance. Something no one wants to talk about....until you need it. Listen today as Rob and Danny talk with Lauren Gumport, Vice President of Communications and Brand Strategy for Faye. A company that is disrupting t...

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Nov. 15, 2022

Chapel Hill, NC

If you're looking for the best college town in the US, Chapel Hill, North Carolina is certainly in that conversation. This episode goes through everything that makes Chapel Hill one of the best college towns, from the Univers...

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Nov. 8, 2022

Ann Arbor

The beautiful campus of the University of Michigan is just the start of the charm of Ann Arbor. Special Guest, Amy Karbo suggests places to see and things to do in this #collegetown. Listen today! - - - - - - - - - - - #colle...

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Nov. 1, 2022

Episode 100

Special thanks to Mega Millions Draw Host, John Crow for hanging out with us and talking about all things Family Vacationer. John is a super interesting person and is, himself, well traveled. He still hasn't made either of ...

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Oct. 4, 2022

Eugene, OR

A great city for arts and the outdoors, Eugene, OR is the subject of episode 99 of the Family Vacationer. Special Guest and a former Oregon Duck, Andy Vobora talks to Rob and Danny about this awesome #collegetown Don't miss...

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Sept. 27, 2022

Austin, TX

It's big, it's bold, it's everything you'd expect in the capital of the state of Texas. Definitely not your average #collegetown. Austin has so much to offer families. Plenty of outdoor activities and some of the best music y...

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Sept. 20, 2022

Oxford, MS

If you've ever been tailgating in the Grove, you know Ole Miss fans take tailgating to the next level. But, if that's the entirety of your Oxford experience, you are missing out. Special Guest Kinney Ferris talks to Rob and D...

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Sept. 13, 2022

Athens, GA

This week we start out looking at some of the greatest college towns in the US with a look at Athens, GA. If you're only headed in on the weekends for tailgating and the football game, there's so much you're missing! Special ...

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Sept. 6, 2022

Rapid City, SD

The "City of Presidents", Rapid City, SD is the subject of Episode 95 of the Family Vacationer. Special Guest Brook Kaufman talks to Rob and Danny about this unique American city. Whether it's the walkable, vibrant downtown...

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Aug. 30, 2022

Memphis

Memphis! Even a short visit will start your love affair with this distinct city. Music is such an important part of the city with blues, soul, and rock and roll being part of the fabric of Memphis. And the food.....oh my g...

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Aug. 23, 2022

Atlanta

Atlanta is a city rich in diversity and plenty of southern charm. It's also home to the Family Vacationer. Rob and Danny welcome special guest Lindsey Raimondi to the show to talk more about the capital of the south. Listen...

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Aug. 16, 2022

Flathead Lake Lodge

Flathead Lake Lodge Montana’s premier dude ranch for families, adventure, and unplugged fun Episode 92 – The Family Vacationer with Rob and Danny Imagine waking up to the mountains of Montana and spending your days horseback ...

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Aug. 9, 2022

Seacrest Beach

Seacrest Beach Recap Family favorites, challenges, and what we learned on 30A Episode 91 – The Family Vacationer with Rob and Danny This week, Rob recaps his family’s recent vacation to Seacrest Beach, Florida, along scenic 3...

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Aug. 2, 2022

Cape Coral, FL

Danny and his family recently took a family vacation to Cape Coral, FL. Danny recaps the trip, talks about this beautiful area, and talks about enjoying a beach vacation if you don't actually stay on the beach!

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July 26, 2022

Italy

When you think of dream vacations, Italy is right at the top of a lot of people's list of places to go. Danny and Rob caught up with Karl and Adele Gross to talk about their trip to this beautiful country.

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July 19, 2022

Baby Quip

Travel Light with BabyQuip How to skip the stress of packing baby gear for your next trip Episode 88 – The Family Vacationer with Rob and Danny Guest: Fran Maier, Founder & CEO of BabyQuip If you’ve ever tried flying with a p...

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July 12, 2022

Louisville

Louisville Family Travel Museums, baseball, food, and fun in Kentucky’s biggest city Episode 87 – The Family Vacationer with Rob and Danny This week, Rob and Danny head to Louisville, Kentucky—home of the Kentucky Derby, Loui...

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July 4, 2022

St Louis

Gateway to the West Explore family-friendly St. Louis with local tips, free attractions, and food favorites Episode 86 – The Family Vacationer with Rob and Danny St. Louis, Missouri, might be known for beer, baseball, and blu...

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June 28, 2022

Saving Money on your Family Vacation

Rob and Danny welcome writer and investigative reporter, Claire Trageser to the show to give you some tips on how to save money on your next family vacation! Here are her tips: 1. Be flexible. 2. Stay outside the city center....

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June 21, 2022

St Augustine

Episode 84 St Augustine Rob and Danny welcome special guest, Barbara Golden, Communications and Media Manager for St Augustine and Ponte Verdra Convention and Visitors Bureau to the show to talk about Florida’s Historic Coast...

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June 14, 2022

Baileys Harbor

Baileys Harbor Wisconsin Nature, Festivals, and Family Fun on the Door County Peninsula Episode 83 – The Family Vacationer with Rob and Danny Located on the wild side of Wisconsin’s Door County peninsula, Baileys Harbor is a ...

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