We've been profiling some of America's most vibrant cities here on Out Travel the System , and now it's time to hear all about what you can experience Only in Boston . Host Nisreene Atassi is joined by chef Paul Wahlberg of yes, that Wahlberg family, and Alma Nove and Wahlburgers , as well as Instagram eagle eye Kate Weiser of Bucket List Boston . Follow along as these two Boston insiders take you inside the city's past, present, and future. They include suggestions to follow the Freedom Trail a...
Jul 26, 2021•25 min•Season 3Ep. 12
As anticipation grows for international travel, we at Out Travel the System thought this would be the perfect time to profile Spain. It's one of host Nisreene Atassi's favorite places in the world, for a long list of reasons. Joining her on the delicious way through this episode is Chef Ramon Martinez , culinary director of Jaleo Restaurants, which operate under the umbrella of Chef Jose Andres ' ThinkFoodGroup , as well as Nacho Alonso, Spain Area Manager for Expedia . They dish on why Chef Ram...
Jul 19, 2021•28 min•Season 3Ep. 11
The unhurried lapping of waves, the sweet sounds of birdsong, and the wind curling its way through the trees - that's right everyone, it's time for the lakes episode of Out Travel the System ! Settle back in the hammock to listen as host Nisreene Atassi talks to David Hernandez and Tereasa Surratt , the husband-and-wife team behind Camp Wandawega . They delve into the key elements of what makes a lake vacation so special, and how it's different from say, a vacation involving a beach or a pool. F...
Jul 12, 2021•26 min•Season 3Ep. 10
As vaccination efforts continue to roll out and countries consider which COVID-related restrictions need to stay in place, the minds of many are turning to the possibilities of international travel. Join host Nisreene Atassi for this mini- episode of Out Travel the System , as we harness the power of Expedia's data to see where demand for international destinations is rising . We also give smart travelers a little inside scoop on when and where to book. It's all part of how we love to help trave...
Jul 05, 2021•5 min•Season 3Ep. 9
When we started researching this episode of Out Travel the System , we wanted to focus on a way to combine the love of travel with a love of the great outdoors, so naturally our thoughts turned to yurts, treehouses, cabins and the like. Host Nisreene Atassi gets into all of that and more with travel vlogger Drew Binsky and Nathan Lump , Expedia VP of Customer Marketing and the former editor-in-chief of Travel + Leisure . In their conversation, they talk about what makes places and travel experie...
Jun 28, 2021•25 min•Season 3Ep. 8
If you're thinking about getting out of town for the Fourth of July, you're not the only one! In this mini-episode, we tap into the power of Expedia's travel data to figure out not only where people are going, but when - and what that might mean for your own trip. We'll explain why heading out from the Thursday to the Tuesday might be your best bet this year to 'beat traffic.' Listen in as host Nisreene Atassi gives you all the details you need for smooth sailing July 4th, right here on Out Trav...
Jun 21, 2021•4 min•Season 3Ep. 7
This is it - the start of Out Travel the System’s ‘Only In’ episodes, where we focus on some of America’s best cities to visit. First up, the Windy City itself - Chicago . Host Nisreene Atassi is joined by Mary Krosnjar of Sportsanista to dish about all the things they love about their hometown, including almost fighting words about deep dish pizza, where to shop, and how and how you can get a taste of Chi-town even if you’re nowhere near the Midwest. They even give you the local’s perspective o...
Jun 14, 2021•21 min•Season 3Ep. 6
We know there are a lot of questions and some uncertainty about what travel looks like these days - Out Travel the System is here to help! Host Nisreene Atassi takes a closer look at the current state of travel with the help of Oneika Raymond , aka Oneika the Traveller . Raymond shares some perspective as someone who has been traveling during the pandemic , and as someone who has grown and evolved her traveling style in the process. From what it's like to travel with a young child to recognizing...
Jun 07, 2021•21 min•Season 3Ep. 5
We get it - it can still feel like a big world of unknowns out there when it comes to travel. Who better to ask about this than Expedia , and our community of travelers who have 'been there and done that'? Host Nisreene Atassi chats with commercial pilot Garrett Ray ( @flywithgarrett ) and former Olympian, current awesome human Perri Edwards , aka Perri Shakes-Drayton ( @itspsd ) about the itineraries they curated for Expedia Travel Week , and what essential travel has been like during the past ...
May 31, 2021•20 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Actress, director, producer, and podcaster Rashida Jones joins Out Travel the System to talk about some of her most cherished travel memories, including traveling as a child with her parents, celebrated music producer Quincy Jones and the late actress Peggy Lipton . Jones shares her bucket list of travel destinations with host Nisreene Atassi - hint, entire continents are involved - and how the pandemic has helped her realize how important travel is to her very identity. Listen in for her overal...
May 24, 2021•14 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Dun dun, dun dun, dun dun... please imagine the Jaws theme song as we circle... closer... to... unpacking some travel bags that have sat, virtually untouched, for TWO YEARS. Yes, in this episode of Out Travel the System , we are literally taking you inside host Nisreene Atassi 's baggage. Learn what this incredibly seasoned traveler makes sure to pack every time, and why 'Inception pouch' may be your new mantra as you get ready to think about traveling again. It may just be the prompt you need t...
May 03, 2021•19 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Here we are, once again, thinking about what travel means during a pandemic. What's different about Season Three of Out Travel the System though, is that we feel as though we can expand beyond inspiring and informing , and — cautiously, optimistically — talk about dreaming and actually going when the time and circumstances are right for you. Host Nisreene Atassi is joined here by Out Travel the System 's associate producer Katie Doten . Together, they pull back the curtain on some of the travel ...
Apr 19, 2021•18 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Want to know what Out Travel the System is all about? Here it is, in a snack-size trailer - what we want to do for you as listeners, and what we love most about talking about travel. Let us know what you're thinking at any time on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram — we're @ Expedia!
Apr 16, 2021•2 min
Here we are already so soon - the last episode of Out Travel the System for Season Two! Through all of the changing conditions, it's been a major goal to inform and inspire. With this episode about Bucket List Travel, we're hoping to do not only that, but also get you thinking about how to take concrete steps to make a bucket list trip a reality - when the time is right. Host Nisreene Atassi is joined by Sarah Austin Jenness , executive producer of The Moth storytelling collective, and Cory Lee,...
Feb 01, 2021•27 min•Season 2Ep. 12
If you are one of the millions of travelers with a flight credit in your account, you may not be sure how to use it. In this special mini-episode of Out Travel the System , host Nisreene Atassi is joined by Michael Meschke , a Sr. Product Manager at Expedia . Together, they walk through the different types of flight credits and the various ways you can use them - when the time is right for you to travel again. At first glance, it can seem like a bewildering array of options. Luckily, we've found...
Jan 29, 2021•10 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Japan isn't just the Land of the Rising Sun - it's a place where you can explore the latest and greatest technology, traditions that date back centuries, and artisan craftsmanship taken to its very highest levels. In this episode of Out Travel the System , host Nisreene Atassi delves into the infinite possibilities of Japan with the help of Rie Homura , Japan Area Manager for Expedia , and Shayla Silva, a social media manager for Expedia . Take in their tips for how to start researching the many...
Jan 18, 2021•27 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Just ahead of our full episode about Japan, we thought it might be handy to show you how we at Out Travel the System stay on top of changing travel conditions. This mini-episode takes you through navigating an extremely useful page: Expedia's COVID-19 travel guide . You know we love to inform and inspire, so please take a listen through in advance of Out Travel the System 's next episode. These other links may also be handy as you dream of traveling to Japan: https://jp.usembassy.gov/covid-19-in...
Jan 13, 2021•2 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Winter is here and that means new opportunities to re-think what a 'staycation' can mean, in this episode of Out Travel the System . From setting up a little oasis of self-care at home, to strapping on some snowshoes and heading out into the frosty blue yonder, it's shaping up to be a great time to get in touch with some of the things you've always wanted to do... but haven't had time to do. Host Nisreene Atassi gets tips on planning a winter staycation and how locals are being courted by attrac...
Jan 04, 2021•28 min•Season 2Ep. 10
It's that time of year again - where we settle down on the couch with a plate of snacks and a favorite beverage, and watch ALL.THE.HOLIDAY.MOVIES! On this episode of Out Travel the System , we're living vicariously through picture-perfect scenes and solvable plot problems, and doing some advance research for future destinations to fully get into the Christmas spirit. Along for the (sleigh) ride with host Nisreene Atassi are Tracy Lanza , Senior VP of Integrated Marketing for Brand USA , and Ron ...
Dec 21, 2020•30 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Chances are, you or someone you know has spent time in Mexico before. But if you were asked where the country's most beautiful beach was, where to get the best seafood tacos, or where you could soak in some beautiful architecture, would you know what to say? These are just a few of the ideas that permeate this episode of Out Travel the System . Nisreene Atassi learns about a whole host of options for things to do and places to go, thanks to help from Christian Villalva , Sr. Business Development...
Dec 07, 2020•30 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Ever wished you had a crystal ball that could show you the future in travel? This episode of Out Travel the System is the next best thing, because it's a deep dive into Expedia's Travel Trends report . It's based on a foundation of billions of data points about travelers, flights, accommodations, and various local attractions. Join host Nisreene Atassi , Christie Hudson , Sr. PR Manager for Expedia , and Chuck Thackston , Managing Director of Data Science and Research for Airlines Reporting Corp...
Nov 23, 2020•26 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Turns out host Nisreene Atassi and guest Nilou Motamed really, really love talking about food, travel, and all of the great memories still waiting to be made. Here is a bonus episode of Out Travel the System , continuing the conversation from Season Two's Episode Seven, A Trip Down Food Travel Memory Lane .
Nov 18, 2020•21 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Consider this fair warning - snacks are going to be necessary while listening to this episode of Out Travel the System ! Join host Nisreene Atassi as she and guest Nilou Motamed - who you may know from Top Chef and her time as Editor-in-Chief of Food & Wine Magazine - discuss how they're re-living key travel memories through the meals they're making. Their conversation touches on memorable meals through previous travels, and how food connects us all through the globe. They talk about bringin...
Nov 16, 2020•28 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Road trip season doesn't have to end when the summer does - in fact, there are many reasons to get out onto the open road all year round. In this episode of Out Travel the System , host Nisreene Atassi gets the insider scoop on where and when to time your car rental to coordinate with your larger travel plans or score epic reverse road trip savings. She's joined on the journey by Paul Tomasiello, Expedia's Sr. Director of Global Car Supply, and Megan Lundquist , an extremely expert road tripper ...
Nov 09, 2020•29 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Hawaii is a bucket list destination for many. Even if you've been there before, there is always something new to discover, and something refreshing for the soul in the aloha spirit. This episode of Out Travel the System is all about helping you not only dream about heading to Hawaii, but giving you practical trip-planning advice that you can use to make your trip a reality now, or at some point in the future. Join host Nisreene Atassi as she speaks with Damon Fairchild , Expedia Sr. Business Dev...
Oct 26, 2020•31 min•Season 2Ep. 4
While we're working away on Season Two of Out Travel the System , we thought it would be fun to share what we're listening to. This is an episode of Travel + Leisure's Let's Go Together , featuring New York Times best-selling author Morgan Jerkins. She speaks Japanese, Russian, Spanish, French, Portuguese, and English, which sure comes in handy on her travels! Jerkins shares her experiences as a Black female traveler, and traces her family's roots in America. If you're looking for more to listen...
Oct 19, 2020•29 min
Shoulder season is one of those travel terms that you may have heard seasoned travelers bandy about - but when does shoulder season actually happen? The short answer is: it depends on where and when you're traveling. Join host Nisreene Atassi for this episode of Out Travel the System to learn some of the best-kept secrets for taking full advantage of shoulder season deals, including why going against the flow of traffic could be your best bet. She is joined in this episode by Christie Hudson , S...
Oct 12, 2020•30 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this episode of Out Travel the System , the big idea is to get you fully up to speed on all of the details around booking flights and accommodations right now - including what you need to know before you book - and why right now is the perfect time to be planning ahead. Host Nisreene Atassi is joined by Bill Furlong , Vice President of North American Business for Expedia , and Julie Kyse , Vice President of Global Air Partnerships for Expedia . Listen in on their conversation as they discuss ...
Sep 28, 2020•28 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Out Travel the System is back for Season Two, bringing you the information that travelers both want and need right now. In this first episode, we preview what's to come in the new season - including how to make the most of your travel budget - and the best way to plan for destinations like Hawaii and Japan. We're indulging in our love of food, whether it's how to travel like a foodie, or how to bring your favorite dishes home from your travels. We're also taking the opportunity to answer some of...
Sep 14, 2020•13 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Why re-start a podcast about travel now? That's what we get into, in this mini-episode of Out Travel The System . We also look ahead to the new season and why travelers will want to subscribe now. Join host Nisreene Atassi for this 'in-betweenisode' in advance of the official first episode of Season Two of Out Travel the System
Sep 07, 2020•2 min
