Dreamtrips Podcast

Wayne MuttonChops McMullen's final episode with the DreamTrips Podcast...  "It was a pleasure being your tour guide for the last year and I sincerely hope all the members and listeners have enjoyed each episode and also learnt something along the way! Keep your eyes and ears open for my next exciting project by following me on social media, and remember, the best way to experience the world... is together!  Love you all and keep smiling!!" - Wayne "MuttonChops" McMullen.   (LinkedIn - Facebook - Instagram)  Explore the paranormal with members’ spooky travel tales and learn where to find things that go bump in the night.  Today we hear from podcast listener and DreamTrips Member Faith Thompson about her trip to the Myrtles Plantation in Louisiana. One of the 10 most haunted places in the United States, Faith shares the eerie events that unfolded when she visited the Myrtles with her family. Listeners beware: Horror and mystery abound in this podcast! Add this to the Social Beat and breaking news from Rov

Experience the sights, sports, culture and cuisine of Chicago through the eyes of a local in our latest Destination Focus. We’ve added a new Destination Focus series to our podcast lineup that will fall between the 6th and 10th of each month. Last month we highlighted Rome, and this month we call on the expertise of longtime DreamTrips Member and Chicago native John Heerhold to guide us through the Windy City. ----more---- A proud fan of both the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Bears, John highlights the best things for sports enthusiasts to do and see in the city. But the fun doesn’t end there! You’ll also learn about the gastronomic delicacies that Chi-Town has to offer, and hear a list of the sights you shouldn’t miss. We turned this episode over to John — leaving out the Social Beat and “More Than a Travel Tip … Tip” — so we could focus on the city spotlight. We hope you enjoy your chance to experience Chicago through the eyes of a local! Opening [01:02]   The introduction of another Destination Focus

Not sure what to get the avid traveler in your life? Listen in as we offer gift ideas for the most adventurous. WorldVentures Global Merchandise Director Lionel Edgar and Global Merchandise Manager Emilie Thomas give you their gift suggestions based on years of experience in travel and merchandising. We’ll go over options that new and seasoned travelers can enjoy before, during and after their next trip. You may even have a laugh or two along the way! ----more---- Some people seem to always know how to shop for the perfect gift, while others need a little guidance. In this episode, the podcast crew will offer insights into shopping for your favorite travel enthusiast, regardless of the occasion. Whether you’re searching for an incredible birthday gift or a holiday present to remember for years to come, you will end this podcast armed with great ideas for your next special occasion. Opening [01:17]   What are Wayne and Courtney’s favorite travel gifts? [02:34]   The team teases the “More than a Travel

Do autumn colors and cool weather inspire you to embrace the outdoors? Tune in for tips on traveling in the fall. Cooler climates, road trips and romantic walks to admire the foliage: That’s what autumn means to many hopeless romantics. Others look at the changing of the seasons as an opportunity to lace up their hiking boots and trek into the unknown, or maybe just make a few leaf angels! ----more----With so many ways to experience the unique colors of fall, and in so many places, we asked a friend and travel expert from Rovia to be our guide. So, put down your rake, pull up a chair, and listen as DreamTrips Marketing and Development Manager Rudi Baumbach details his favorite autumn trips.  Opening [01:20]   Wayne and Courtney come out of hibernation for this episode. [01:43]   The reviews are in on Courtney’s first official podcast as co-host. [03:36]   Fall is prime time for photographers, so listen to our “Get the Picture” episode for tips on capturing your autumn trip! [04:02]   New destination

Experience the history, culture and cuisine of the Eternal City of Rome in this special episode of the podcast. We’ve heard your requests for destination-specific episodes of the podcast and, beginning with this Rome-focused episode, we plan to release a location-based feature around the 10th of every month. That’s in addition to the two episodes you already get each month! ----more----Today, travel enthusiast and WorldVentures Video Producer Logan Harris will give you his tips and tricks for making the most of the ancient city of Rome, Italy. From the Trevi Fountain and the Colosseum to the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, experience Rome through the eyes of a videographer and learn the do’s and don’ts of traveling this beautiful and storied city. Take this trip with us and laugh along the way. Opening [01:04]    The introduction of special episode destination podcasts. Today’s Feature [01:39]    Destination Focus: Rome, Italy. [01:50]    Logan travels plenty. [02:40]    The preferred mode of t

Find out how DreamTrips Members have added adventure to their travel, including an exhilarating swim with sharks! Today, your podcast crew brings in someone who knows about taking risks. Efrosyni Adamides has enjoyed traveling the world and even called several countries her home. When naming her favorite DreamTrips experiences, Efrosyni recalls the time she visited Port Lincoln, Australia and went beneath the ocean’s surface in a cage surrounded by great white sharks. ----more----Courtney Tyler, a longtime WorldVentures and Rovia favorite, sounds like a natural as she shares some of her own crazy adventures in her first official episode as the new co-host. If sharks seem too risky to you, perhaps you’d like to hear what In-destination Support team member Larry Fabulous has to say about his fabulous experience in the Cayman Islands. Top that with fun facts from the “Social Beat” and “More than a travel tip … tip,” and you have an episode that explores the depths of what adventure travel can be — if you tak

Check out “bleisure travel” — business travel with time for leisure — and hear from a seasoned traveler and blogger. Whether it’s a few days or a longer multistop trip, business travel is now the reality for many people. Try making your next work trip more enjoyable as a “bleisure traveler.” Add a day or two to explore your destination and its unique culture — you may also discover something about yourself. ----more----Bleisure travel is a part of life for the podcast team: Jason frequently visits family in South Africa, and Wayne and guest co-host Courtney have bleisured together in sunny Florida. Guest co-host Courtney Tyler brings 12 years of experience at WV to her playful banter with Wayne. She’s known Founder and Chief Visionary Officer Wayne Nugent since she started at the company, and was even stuck with him once in an elevator! With Wayne’s “More Than a Travel Tip … Tip,” Jason’s social beat, and appearances by Blanca Balli and WorldVentures Foundation Executive Director Gwyneth Lloyd, you can

With so many travel apps out there, we recommend only the best to make you an app superhero extraordinaire. Iron Man has to rely on apps and other technology to keep up with the super powers of Wonder Woman, Superman, Thor and other heroes. As travelers and mere mortals, we must also rely on a few apps in our mobile devices to make life a bit easier. We use apps for scheduling needs, dining advice, trip planning, packing and more, and today’s podcast shines the spotlight on the best travel apps around. ----more----In this episode, your technologically savvy podcast team speaks with international traveler and WorldVentures™ Regional Marketing Director Buddy Buck. They will take the stress out of everything from pre-departure preparations to in-flight entertainment and in-destination exploration. Learn how to stay out of trouble when the podcast team offers their super recommendations in “More Than a Travel Tip … Tip.” We also have a special announcement from the WorldVentures Foundation Executive Director, G

Your zany flight crew will touch on the dos and don’ts to make your life easier in the airport and on the airplane.  Some people think flying can be stressful. At the DreamTrips Podcast, we think it is should be the opposite! Today, we will assist you in navigating some of the myths and tips regarding air travel, from airport security screening to your in-flight meal. ----more---- Cruising at 35,000 feet (around 11,000 meters), returning game show champion and WorldVentures™ Video Producer Logan Harris will pit his knowledge against that of Fadia Hanson, a member favorite with 36 years of experience as a flight attendant. These two go head-to-head in competition for the coveted “Know Before You Go Mastermind” title. They provide tips along the way — with some comedic anecdotes mixed in — to help you make your next flight experience more enjoyable. With Wayne’s “More Than a Travel Tip … Tip,” Jason’s social media insight and a surprise announcement, this episode will take you on an emotional roller coast

Take time out to chill with your favorite podcast team as you kick back and listen to tips on relaxing globally. Relaxation can be delivered in many forms. Perhaps your idea of getting your “chill on” is a serene quiet, setting, or maybe you like listening to your favorite hosts of the DreamTrips Podcast while driving to a new and exciting destination. Your podcast host Wayne, obviously has his own idea of a hot-stone massage that may leave you more tense (cringe) than tranquil. ----more---- For long time member, Kim Burke, it’s the tranquil setting, sights and sounds of the ocean in her native country of Australia. Listen to Kim guide you through an incredible experience in one of the world’s most exclusive resorts — a time she describes as “One of the peak experiences of my life!” If Kim’s tale of relaxation doesn’t have you putting your feet up, then hang on as your podcast team delivers more insights into how DreamTrips Members and travelers choose to relax globally. Opening 01:34    Hannah reveals

“Are we there yet?” We all know this familiar phrase, especially parents who travel with their children.  In today’s episode, we provide you with travel tips on turning a potential snot-ragged nightmare into a pleasant, family-fun dream vacation. Our very own Vice President of Corporate Affairs, Laura Wards travels extensively in her line of business, often with her kids in tow. Listen as this expert of family travel explains how to turn a family trip into a chance to make a mountain of memories. ----more---- Pair this insightful interview with the Social Beat and our co-hosts banter and today’s listen will send you on a trip to the wonderful land of Traveling with Kids!   Opening 02:10    Wayne teases the “More Than a Travel Tip… Tip” Today’s Feature 03:03    Wayne interviews Vice President of Corporate Affairs, Laura Wards.   04:40    Laura shares what she gets out of traveling with her children. 05:05    Laura shares her own take in her bag of tricks. 05:25    They discuss the dreaded long car

Whether you prefer your handheld device or a fancy DSLR, this informative episode provides top-tips and even a few secrets of the trade from an impressive lineup of advice from a variety of experts. These days, it seems like sharing photographs on social media is, if not, more vital than being present to enjoy the actual excursions themselves. So, what if we were to tell you, that there is a way to both capture memories and an incredible photo that makes Karen from accounting’s look like a Google Image Search screen grab? ----more---- More specifically, our company’s very own professional photographer John Benitez steps out from behind the lens to give tips, tricks and personal acquired over the numerous years spent as a travel photographer. And just a little sneak peak of John’s qualifications: from African safari sunsets, packed training events, feature stories, in-studio executive professional headshots and more John’s spent multiple years spanning the globe, camera in hand always with a number one

How do you attain a well balanced, stress-free life and travel a little more? Well, today’s episode is presented by DreamBody, “For the Well-Being of your Whole-Being!”  Your favorite producer, Wayne “Richard Simmons” McMullen and his trusty sidekick, Hannah “Jane Fonda” DeClerk jump-start the episode with a testimonial from one of our members, Henry from the Netherlands. Sprechen sie Deutsch? No need, since this member shares, in English that puts even Wayne to shame, about his incredible experience on a DreamBody DreamTrip.    Wayne and Hannah tease our audience with the “More than a travel tip… tip” (tip, tip tip, top, tippity tip tip) that is sure to make you feel in “top” health while traveling. As usual, you’ll have to stick around to the end of the episode for more details.  Hannah talks about how she stays healthy and Wayne talks about his “aha moment” thanks to Today’s Feature guest interview…. and how he has decided to start drinking more water. ----more---- Today’s Feature Today’s guest is none

Things are heating up over at the DreamTrips Podcast , as your favorite rays of sunshine change into their favorite shorts and flip flops to take you on a warm venture to the top summer destinations across the globe.   ----more---- The episode kicks off with our very own, thrill-seeking member, Nick Vasinda, as he recounts his boat-diving adventures close to the equator while on a DreamTrip to Mexico. Listen as he enthusiastically describes why this venture is just one of the many reasons why he can’t get enough of DreamTrips. Listen as Wayne and Hannah aka your dynamic co-hosting duo, banter about the red bathing suit-clad lifeguards of the action drama series Baywatch, and why it made such waves in the eighties and nineties. Wayne surprised Hannah with a new title for the “DreamTripping Tip of the Day” now the “More than a Travel Tip… Tip!” Hannah is not amused with her inability to annunciate this new tongue-twisting title, but decides (well, let’s be honest, there wasn’t a choice) to stick around unt

All hands-on deck! Climb aboard the S.S. DreamTrips Podcast as Captain Wayne McMullen, his crew of scallywags and some choice experts take you on an aquatic adventure through the world of, well… cruises.  ----more---- This episode’s first stop is to the island of Fiji, where you’re visited by member Trey Stephenson, who shares his experience on a DreamTrips cruise to this tropical paradise.   Next, it’s all hands-on deck as captain Wayne is joined alongside his salty first mate Hannah DeClerk.  Get to the bottom of Wayne’s obsession with the popular, 1980’s American television series “Love Boat” and other famous movies set on board cruises. Hannah takes the helm for a minute as she guides us through a few of the newly added cruise locations added by Rovia™, but becomes a bit adrift when describing her fascination with “Old Cruisers!” Wayne navigates the episode back in the right direction by introducing his “DreamTripping Tip of the Day”, as well as he welcomes aboard fellow seafarer, producer and host o

Jump aboard the podcast train for a magical journey through the unique offerings of DreamTrips excursions. This episode of the DreamTrips Podcast gets off to an epic start with a quick testimonial from member, professional BMX rider and Colorado native, Gavin Malcolm. Gavin shares stories from his favorite DreamTrip to the sandy-white beaches of Cancun, where he participated in epic excursions and made a lifetime of friendships. Next, listen as your favorite co-pilots, Wayne McMullen and Hannah DeClerk, introduce the segment from a mystery location, complete with a few Kamikaze seagulls. Can you guess the exact location of Wayne’s dilapidated sandcastle? Feel free to broadcast your guess via social media with #dreamtripspodcast.  ----more---- Wayne decides to take a break from his shovel and pail to introduce his “DreamTripping Tip of the Day”. The question, which Hannah remarks sounds kinda “vague”, Wayne confirms is actually a bit tricky. “When planning your unique DreamTrip, how many excursions and what

Listen as your favorite podcasting team of tour guides take you on a cultural exploration to top destinations across the globe and impress the importance of experiencing the different cultures. This episode kicks off with a bit of “culture” (or a bad attempt at) as Hannah DeClerk and Jason Clayden attempt their best “deep southern drawls” with a dramatic script reading from a 1980’s film many believe sparked the country music movement. Why have we taken a risk at potentially harming your eardrums before the actual show? We’ll give you a hint: the movie’s legacy is the venue we’ll visit on the first night of the DreamTrips Local “Taste of Texas” event. ----more---- Producer and host Wayne McMullen tries his best hand at “culture” as he gets a bit groovy with the introduction of his “DreamTripping Tip of the Day”. His teaser question teleports you beyond the time of cassette tapes to today, where he asks about a member-exclusive feature that is beneficial when discovering the local scene (hint, it isn’t a f

Planning the perfect trip goes beyond knowing whether or not to pack a sweater. Listen as your co-hosts teach you how to “Know Before You Go” with our first ever, on-air game show. Kick-off the episode with Mike Marich a long-time DreamTrips™ Member, who talks about his love of DreamTrips Local mini-vacations.  The crew introduce the “DreamTripping Tip of the Day” which asks a question about packing for a trip, and despite his co-host, Hannah DeClerk attempting to get the answer, Wayne refuses to budge until the end of the episode.  Wayne also introduces everyone to his rescue puppy Henry, who has contributed to a nice number of sleepless nights for Wayne.    ----more---- Today’s Feature We give Today’s Feature a different feel in the form of our on-air game show, “Know Before You Go!” Hannah is your quiz master with Wayne her announcer as the contestants are given different scenarios in the form of questions and incidents frequently addressed by our favorite travel support team over at Rovia™. Since a

At DreamTrips, we recognize the value of a first impression. Tune in as we get to know the team behind perfecting your welcome experience. Listen as your favorite DreamTrips™ Podcast takes you on a cruise around Fiji with our U.S. Member, Leslie Waddle. Your favorite co-hosting duo, Wayne McMullen and Hannah DeClerk disclose how they celebrated Valentine’s Day, and Hannah even reveals her age with an important birthday milestone announcement (hint, it rhymes with birdy). Before kicking off “Today’s Feature”, Wayne announces “Breaking News” in the form of free entry dates offered by the National Park Service throughout this year to U.S. National Parks.  ----more---- Today’s Feature Rovia’s Gifting Specialists, Arriana Martinez and Stephanie Higinbotham, join Wayne to discuss how the ideal DreamTrips gift is curated – from start to finish. Listen as they explain the roles, responsibilities and challenges of the “Gifting Team”, and how it all ties back to coming up with that perfect “conversation piece.” Ex

Prepare to be swept off your feet as our experts, members and your favorite co-host Casanovas take you on a rendezvous to the top romantic DreamTrips destinations. The team kicks off this episode with exciting announcements about new podcast developments. New episodes are now available twice monthly, at a shorter length and packed full of important information. Plus, we’ve added even more ways to keep our listeners connected – the podcast, and all 11 episodes are available in iTunes, Google Play™ and Stitcher Radio. Subscribe today! ----more---- Destination Focus Stephanie Odohofre from Rovia pays our studio a visit to talk about the romance found on nearly all of our DreamTrips™. Stephanie lends her expertise on the popular romantic destinations for each region. She even gives extra tips on keeping the romance alive throughout the trip from arrival to departure. Today’s Feature We listen as Andi Marquez from Rovia talks about her romantic experience while on a Welcome DreamTrip to New York City. Love