This week we're heading to Finland with writer Ursula Lawrence! Ursula and her husband spend their honeymoon in Helsinki and Stockholm, and she walks us through their weird and wonderful trip. We cover everything from gorgeous Nordic design to funky ferry rides — and herring. So much herring. Plus, we take a quick side trip to Wisconsin Dells.... Let's go!

This week we’re headed to Europe with actor, writer, illustrator, author, and all around renaissance man, Avery Monsen (High Maintenance, All My Friends Are Dead, and many more) ! Avery went to Paris and Amsterdam on a family trip centered around the Paris-Brest bike race, and stopped at some wonderfully whimsical places along the way. We get into miniatures, marionettes, a near-death carousel experience — you don’t want to miss it!

This week our guest is brilliant and joyful filmmaker, Jessie Barr. She’s taking us to Portland, Oregon, a place that’s very near and dear to her heart — she shot her first feature, the upcoming Sophie Jones there — making her the perfect guide to everything that is magical, unusual, and beautiful about Portland. Come away with us to the coolest spot in the Pacific Northwest!

This episode is a ray of sunshine you can listen to. We have wonderful human and unbelievably talented Film & TV director Anu Valia (Never Have I Ever, Nora From Queens, Mixed-ish) taking us to a mainstay of Cali R&R, Ojai! We talk about travel anxiety, the joy of a great Airbnb host, and the simple pleasures of ordering Domino's to a hotel room. Plus, so much more!

If quarantine has you dreaming of driving up the PCH, look no further! This week, brilliant actor Max Jenkins (Dead To Me, High Maintenance) joins us to talk about his go-to solo retreat: Big Sur. Where to stay, where to eat, to the ultimate hack for accessing exclusive coastal mineral pools — Max has all the best tips for exploring this incredible gem of a town. Let’s hit the road!

Ready to escape your apartment for some wilderness? You're in luck! This week, Mike Karnell (Late Night with Seth Meyers) takes us along on his truly epic vacation to Alaska. Mike and his buddies did everything from a 50+ mile jet ski tour to backcountry hiking in Denali National Park — all with a broken wrist! This episode is a true testament to the art of planning just enough, and then just... seeing what happens.

Wish you were on a beach in Hawaii instead of stuck at home? We feel you. So come along with us! This week our guest is Jessie Char, fellow hapa girl and the co-creator of LAYERS, an incredible design and technology conference! Jessie has been visiting Oahu since she was a little kid, and has THE BEST tips on how to eat, shop, and explore the island like a local. She's also a top-notch trip planner! Don't worry, we got allllll the deets.

Our first remote episode ever! This week our guest is renowned actor, improviser, and improv teacher, Will Hines (Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Wrecked, Broad City and many more). We're off to ICELAND, a place that Will has visited several times and is still drawn to for its rugged natural beauty, friendly citizens, and excellent outdoor hot springs. We tag along on his tour of The Golden Circle, get the tea on the Aurora Borealis, and get Will's list of Reykjavik must-do's. You don't wanna miss it!

This week we're keeping it short! We've compiled some resources regarding travel and COVID-19; tips for getting refunds on travel, rebooking, and more. We also have a list of some wonderful books, shows, and movies to transport you while you're in quarantine! Stay home, wash your hands, don't touch your face, and take care of yourself during these challenging times! We'll be back soon.

This week literary manager — and TMT Superfan — Garrett Greer joins us to talk all about his incredible honeymoon trip to the seventh continent! This episode is packed with amazing stories and tips: Want an incredible tip for adventure gear shopping? Need to know where to eat in Buenos Aires before your expedition departs? Garrett’s got you! Treat yourself to his descriptions of whales, seals, icebergs, and luxury cruise ship cuisine. Plus, we really get into the details of his incredible...

Hi, we're in Delaware! And it's kind of amazing?!?! This week our guide is the wonderful Halle Kiefer — you've probably read some of her fantastic writing on Vulture — taking us to her beloved (and anxiety-free!) summer vacation spot, the coast of Delaware. We're mostly in Rehoboth Beach and Dewey Beach, soaking up the sun (in moderation), eating ice cream, strolling the boardwalk, and much more. Don't tell too many people about this one, we're trying to keep it a secret!

Our guest this week is writer, comedian, and actress Caroline Cotter (UCB, Conan, many more!) who went on an epic friends weekend trip to Kansas City. Why? It was affordable, central, and - it turns out - a great place to party. Bars, restaurants, baseball museums, and an impromptu talent show. Plus, Andrew gets to do his State's Writes segment again.

We're joined this week by the great John Milhiser (Saturday Night Live, Adam Ruins Everything), taking us along on his road trip through Europe, ending with a Sigur Ros concert in Oslo. We cover a lot of ground: Amsterdam, Brussels, Bruges, Utrecht, and Ghent! Gotta catch 'em all!

Our guest this week is Greg Tuculescu, actor, writer, and executive producer of Drunk History! Greg speaks fluent Italian and has been visiting Rome since he was a kid, so he really knows his stuff. We also take a sidebar to Perugia, aka the Boston of Italy! Warning: you may find yourself desperately longing for a glass of wine and the perfect carbonara from a Roman trattoria and blow up your life "Eat, Pray, Love" style after listening!

Easily one of our most requested episodes, this week we're joined by theme park expert, travel reporter, and style icon Carlye Wisel! Carlye's approach to travel is meticulously researched, strongly opinionated, and above all: FUN! She takes us through her must-sees in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and Naoshima — an amazing modern-art-filled island — with mandatory stops at Tokyo Disney Resort and Sanrio Puroland! It's an absolute delight!

This episode is beyond magical! Writer, comedian, and Dungeon Master extraordinaire, Brennan Lee Mulligan (Dimension 20, CollegeHumor) takes us on his mind-blowing family trip all over Ireland and Scotland. We're talking musty pubs full of Irish trad music legends, ancient Druid ruins, sticky toffee pudding, and so much more.

Jesse David Fox — host of Vulture's excellent podcast about jokes, Good One — takes us along on his three week tour of Xi'an, Beijing, Shanghai and more! We get into the pros and cons of taking guided tours, the wonders of dumpling feasts and terracotta warriors, and what it's like to navigate where GoogleMaps isn't a thing.

This week we're all over the USA with hilarious comedian and prolific YouTuber, Mike Falzone! Mike regularly travels all over the country for shows, and loves asking locals for the best breakfast spots. We get the pancake recs (duh) plus, we get into his travel philoshopy, his favorite spots in places like Nashville, Doylestown, and more.

This week we're heading up the 10 with the lovely and talented author, TV writer, and actor Emma Koenig (MOAN: Anonymous Essays On Female Orgasm, F**k! I'm In My Twenties) — who also happens to be an expert in visiting Palm Springs, CA. We get her take on no less than seven (!!!) hotels, plus she teaches us all about Dutch Crunch bread, The Integratron, and more. This ep is kind of like a sound bath with wayyyy less crystal singing bowls, baby!

This week we've got the incredibly charming and well-traveled Amy Solomon (A producer on Barry + Silicon Valley), taking us on her very cool trip to Copenhagen, Denmark! We discuss why bookstores are an ideal jumping off point for exploring a cool neighborhood, navigating an amusement park with your parents, how to travel with a food allergy, and much, much more! Let's gooooooo!

This week we have actor, writer and filmmaker George Kareman (6 Underground, Adam Ruins Everything, and more) telling us about his trip to Stockholm, followed by a rustic and breathtaking dog sledding adventure above the Arctic Circle in Northern Norway. It’s our 20th Episode on the first day of 2020, and it does not disappoint!

This week our guest is Siobhan Thompson, an accomplished writer and actress — she currently writes for Rick and Morty — who hails from South West England and graciously agreed to give us her tips and tricks for visiting the area. (She says to skip Stonehenge. Huge.) Also, happy holidays! When your flight home inevitably gets delayed, cozy up with this episode and a piping hot cup of tea. Enjoy!

Andrew Law is a prolific comedy writer (The Good Place, Late Night with Seth Meyers and many more!) AND an intrepid, opinionated traveler. This week we dig in on all things GEAR, plus a rundown of Andrew's brief but thrilling trip to Amsterdam. Come for the deep thoughts on backpacks, stay for the mushroom-fueled trip to a Dutch theme park.

Sometimes Don Fanelli — writer, comedian, dad and host of The Need To Fail podcast — Needs To Chill! This week Don joins us to talk about one of his all-time favorite trips to Kauai, HI. Don offers tons of food and sightseeing recs, a plethora of efficiency and planning tips, and a very, very long discussion about peeing while traveling.