Monika Goes to Peru: A Close Call
Send us a text Some travel essentials came in handy when things did not go to plan in beautiful Peru. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Jul 30, 2025•46 min•Season 3Ep. 8
The Marvels and Mishaps of Travel
Get inspired to explore the world and learn how to position yourself to meet all of your travel goals. A Podcast by two experienced female voyageurs about the luxurious and not so luxurious aspects of traveling.
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Jess & Monika Go to Turkiye Together!
Send us a text Group travel is full of opportunities to explore a country with a knowledgeable and culturally aware guide who knows the language. It also lends itself to making new friends. Together, Jess & Monika, with their friends John and Marisa, embarked on an epic adventure through the awesome country of Turkiye with its many charming sites and unique experiences. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 46 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Jess & Monika Each Go to France, Part II
Send us a text While Monika is prancing through lavender fields, drinking champagne, and soaking up the Mediterranean Sea under the sun, Jess is on a farm in the French countryside struggling with the language and shoveling some shit. Marvels or mishaps. Choose your adventure. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Apr 01, 2025•39 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Jess & Monika Each Go to France, Part I
Send us a text Come join us in Paris where enjoying wine, museums, monuments, baguettes and sophistication est la vie. Don't forget to count how many times we say "iconic." Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Mar 25, 2025•52 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Jess & Monika Each Go to Iceland
Send us a text Looking for an easily accessible place to visit full of beauty and folklore? Laugh along with us as we explore Iceland and attempt to pronounce the many attractions it has to offer. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Feb 23, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Jess & Monika Each Go to Mexico City
Send us a text With its tremendous cultural diversity, Mexico City is a must for visitors. Jess and Monika light up whenever they talk about their respective trips there. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Feb 01, 2025•49 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Jess & Monika Each Go to Germany & Austria
Send us a text Castles! Christmas Markets!! ...and a concentration camp. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Jan 14, 2025•56 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Jess Goes to South Africa
Send us a text On this springtime adventure, Jess and her friend Tabitha visit the gem of South Africa: Cape Town. They visit animals on land and in the sea, they traverse gorgeous landscapes and dabble in the local culture and food. Tune in to find out more as we head into Season 3 to discover places where both Jess and Monika have visited. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel...
Dec 14, 2024•43 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Season 2 Finale: Monika Goes to India
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Nov 16, 2024•55 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Jess Goes to The Antilles
Send us a text On this Caribbean trip, Jess has a combination of a vacation and an adventure in the paradise of two islands in the Antilles while visiting dear friends. So much goes wrong and just enough also goes right that she is able to come to terms with some problems at home and in her personal life. Tune in to hear about this hilarious voyage that she still thinks fondly of in her memories. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel...
Oct 19, 2024•29 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Monika Goes to Walla Walla & Vancouver
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Aug 17, 2024•57 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Monika Goes to Armenia & Georgia, Part II
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Jul 20, 2024•34 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Monika Goes to Armenia & Georgia, Part I
Send us a text Tucked between Turkey and Russia are the two intriguing countries of Armenia and Georgia. Why visit these places? Follow Monika’s journey to the Lands of Free Water and Wine to find out! Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Jul 13, 2024•56 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Jess Goes to Prague, Vienna & Budapest
Send us a text On this exciting adventure through Central Europe, Jess, her mom and her friend, Jules, get a dose of each of three countries with history tours, cooking classes, delicious restaurants, boat tours and baths. Tune in for some education and ideas. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Jun 01, 2024•54 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Monika Goes to Aruba
Send us a text If you are a fan of the Caribbean, Aruba is surely one to put on your list. Whether you fancy snorkeling over shipwrecks or horseback riding through breaking waves, Aruba's friendly locals and desert climate have much to offer. However, you may not want to check your luggage for this destination! Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel...
May 04, 2024•30 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Jess & Monika Go to Panama; Our First Trip Together!
Send us a text Our friend Chris always used to boast about how wonderful Panama is. He would invite us to go with him regularly. While he has passed, the two of us finally made it down there to see why this place was so magical for him. It did not disappoint. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Apr 20, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Jess & Natasha Go to China; South Korea
Send us a text Alright so, you're probably wondering why we picked these places, which means you should tune in and learn all about it. Being on the other side of the world blows your mind every time, as does everything you will see in these places. We recommend the shoulder season for these countries, even if you have to bear the summer heat. Oh, and when it comes to the language barrier, at least make sure you bring an offline translator app along so you can point to communicate. Support the s...
Apr 06, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Jess Goes to Maui, Hawaii
Send us a text On this once in a lifetime adventure with her mom, Jess goes deep into the Pacific Ocean to encounter marine life, volcanoes, farm animals, beautiful beaches and sunsets in Hawaii. It's full of fun and peril and is also a dream come true. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Mar 16, 2024•29 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Monika Goes to Barbados
Send us a text Calling all Rihanna fans! Barbados is a Caribbean island with it's own unique vibe. If pristine white sand, turquoise water, tropical flowers and adorable sea turtles are calling, Barbados is the place to be. But you may want to think twice before renting a car because you'll need to drive on opposite side of the road! Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel...
Mar 02, 2024•32 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Jess Cruises Through Central America
Send us a text In this activity packed adventure, Jess cruises through Central America and gets a taste of three different countries. Most of it is all fun and games until some things fall outside of her control. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Feb 17, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Monika Goes to Guatemala
Send us a text Guatemala is one of the most underrated travel destinations that begs a second visit. From unique cuisines to kayaking on a lake surrounded by volcanoes, it's no wonder this country is a favorite for ex-pats. Join us on this memorable adventure to The Land of Eternal Spring. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Feb 03, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Jess Goes to 5 European Countries in a Week!
Send us a text On this semi-ridiculous and super fun adventure, Jess explores one city from each of five European countries. Driven by the travel bug, having to sleep in many different locations doesn't stop her. She meets people and learns new things wherever she goes. To answer Monika's question, Christiania is a self-governing society that has its own laws and does not have to pay taxes to the government of Denmark. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel...
Jan 20, 2024•39 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Monika Goes to Malta
Send us a text One way to travel if you are tight on cash is to travel off-season. Luckily Malta is a destination with plenty to do year-round. However, sometimes our travel plans don't always line up with the rest of our life in the most optimal way. This episode highlights the challenges of a trip when you aren't your best self. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel...
Jan 06, 2024•26 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Jess Goes to Singapore
Send us a text It's usually worth going along to the location where your significant other wants to go. Singapore does not disappoint in this short but sweet trip to the small country which is full of amazing food, pleasant beaches, entertainment and attractions that you will want to visit again and again. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel...
Dec 23, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Monika Cruises to Alaska
Send us a text There is more than one way to travel to Alaska, and in my humble opinion, this adventure cruise was the way to go. What better way to celebrate a milestone birthday than whale watching and glacial helicopter rides. Just watch out for bears! Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Dec 02, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Jess & John Go to Peru
Send us a text On this highly diverse adventure, Jess & John get up early to see the many wonders that Peru has to offer. With a jam packed itinerary, they enjoy everything even when some things go wrong. There is no shortage of fun or activities or beauty along this trip. Oh yeah, and the food is amazing. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel...
Nov 18, 2023•51 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Monika & Marisa Go to the Galapagos Islands
Send us a text A place unlike any other, the Galapagos Islands are a nature lover's dream! With one "pinch me - is this real" moment after another, the Galapagos islands should be on everyone's bucket list. But whatever you do, keep a close eye on your phone! Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Nov 04, 2023•54 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Jess Goes to Finland & Estonia
Send us a text Come along with Jess and her friends to the Nordic part of Europe for some exciting Airbnb Experiences, museums and food tours. The trip is full of charm and awkward moments and is worth a thousand stories. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Oct 21, 2023•38 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Monika Goes to Colombia: The Trip That Started It All
Send us a text Learning a new travel "style" can open a lot of new opportunities for more exotic destinations. Keeping an open mind and speaking your goals into the universe can help manifest some of your wildest dreams. If budget travel is one of those goals, check out this trip for less than 500$. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Oct 07, 2023•37 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Jess Goes to Haiti; The Trip That Started It All
Send us a text On her very first adventure, Jess has many mishaps in Haiti but ultimately has the time of her life. Nothing quite goes right and the trip is the greatest education she has ever gotten about the world, leaving her excited to travel further. Support the show @TheMarvelsandMishapsofTravel
Sep 23, 2023•31 min•Season 2Ep. 9
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