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We're taking you to Stowe, Vermont, our 50th and final U.S. state! We saved Vermont for last so we could see it at peak fall foliage, and it did not disappoint. We share leaf-peeping hikes and waterfalls, covered bridges, maple farms, cider flights, iconic attractions like the Ben & Jerry's factory tour, a day trip to Burlington, and the coziest cabin we called home for the five day trip. Highlights of this Stowe episode: How to get to Stowe and when to go for peak foliage Where to stay in Stowe Mount Washington Auto Road (New Hampshire) Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks & the Vermont State House in Montpelier Tasting the finest cider and wine at Stowe Cider, Citizen Cider, Ellison Estate Vineyard, and Cold Hollow Cider Mill. Gold Brook Covered Bridge (Emily's Bridge) Stowe Pinnacle hike & Moss Glen Falls Stowe Village, Von Trapp Family Lodge & The Alchemist Burlington day trip: Colchester Causeway, Church Street Marketplace & Citizen Cider Ben & Jerry's Factory Tour Dinner at Hen of the Wood Smugglers' Notch scenic drive & Bingham Falls Mount Mansfield, Nebraska Knoll Sugar Farm & the Stowe Recreation Path Cabot Creamery & Cold Hollow Cider Mill Where to stay in Stowe: Mountain Pines Cabin (hosted): a private 4-bedroom post-and-beam cabin with a hot tub and gas fireplace, minutes from Stowe Village. Book direct and use code TRAVELSQUAD for 10% off stays of 3+ nights booked before January 31, 2027. Topnotch Resort Von Trapp Family Lodge & Resort Check out our Stowe Viator Experiences for all activities we recommend including some we wanted to do but couldn't get to. Find a great flight deal to nearby Burlington or Boston with Thrifty Traveler Premium's flight deals. Use our promo code TSP to get $20 off your first year subscription. Thank you to our amazing partners in this episode: Mountain Pines, Stowe Cider, Citizen Cider, Ellison Estate Vineyard, and Cold Hollow Cider Mill. All opinions are our own. —--------------------------------------- Shop: Trip Itineraries & Amazon Storefront Connect: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram and contact us at [email protected] to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Contains affiliate links, thanks for supporting Travel Squad Podcast!

We’re taking you along on her first-ever trip at the front of the plane: a 9 hour Delta One flight from Rome to JFK in New York City. She gives the full review including what the lie-flat seat and Missoni amenity kit are really like, every course of the meal (short rib, an ice cream sundae, and a warm chocolate chip cookie included), and how she maximized remote work life and worked on free Wi-F. Highlights of the Delta One review: What Delta One is and which flights offer it Flying standby and why Kim paid only $338 in taxes and fees Why you should always ask about paid upgrades at check-in and the gate The cabin: lie-flat seats, 1-2-1 layout with direct aisle access, mattress pad, and suites with closing doors on newer aircraft Plush bedding and the Missoni amenity kit with Grown Alchemist skincare Mimosas, hot towels, and a chef-curated multi-course meal Seatback entertainment and free Wi-Fi for working at 35,000 feet Delta One Lounges at JFK, LAX, BOS & SEA Sky Priority perks: check-in, security, boarding & bags Is Delta One worth paying for? Find a great Delta One flight deal with Thrifty Traveler Premium. Use our promo code TSP to get $20 off your first year subscription. —--------------------------------------- Shop: Trip Itineraries & Amazon Storefront Connect: YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram and contact us at [email protected] to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Contains affiliate links, thanks for supporting Travel Squad Podcast!

We’re giving you the inside scoop on what it’s really like to fly Premium Economy with Cathay Pacific. From priority check-in to mid-air meals and in-flight sleep quality, we break down every part of the 16-hour red-eye journey from Los Angeles to Hong Kong. If Hong Kong is on your list, be sure to check out our full ⁠Hong Kong itinerary⁠ and ⁠episode⁠ for even more tips and must-do experiences. Whether you're considering an upgrade or just curious if it’s worth the points, this honest review covers everything: seat comfort, service, entertainment, food, and overall experience. Enjoy bulkhead seats with extra legroom, located right behind business class Receive priority check-in and early boarding benefits Get 2 free checked bags, up to 50 lbs each Experience upgraded seating with amenity kits, larger pillows, and calf rests Elevated in-flight meals: beef with roasted veggies, fried pork noodles, Ghirardelli chocolate, and Haagen-Dazs ice cream Sip on wine and cocktails, with a broader drink selection than economy Noise-canceling headphones and enjoy a wide selection of in-flight entertainment Cons: limited storage, no window, and no Wi-Fi Find amazing flight deals on Cathay Pacific Airlines by signing up for ⁠Thrifty Traveler Premium⁠ and getting daily flight deals (points and cash) sent straight to your inbox. Use our promo code TSP to save $20 on your first year subscription. Check out our other airline reviews below, or listen to our complete⁠ ⁠Airline Reviews playlist on Spotify⁠⁠ to hear them all in one place: ⁠⁠Singapore Airlines Business Class Review ⁠ ⁠⁠Singapore Airlines Premium Economy Review⁠ ⁠KLM Business Class Review⁠ ⁠⁠Egypt Air Business Class Review⁠ ⁠⁠American Airlines Domestic Business Class Review ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Cathay Pacific Premium Economy Review ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠TAP Air Portugal Stopover Program ⁠ —--------------------------------------- Shop: ⁠Trip Itineraries ⁠⁠&⁠ ⁠Amazon Storefront ⁠⁠ Connect:⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠,⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠⁠, and⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠and contact us at [email protected] to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.

We took a KLM Business Class Flight from San Diego to Amsterdam and are giving you the inside scoop on our experience. From the check-in process and lounge access at SAN, to the onboard service, seat comfort, in-flight dining, and even how we felt stepping off the plane in Amsterdam we're covering it all. Whether you're planning an international trip or just curious about what it’s like to fly KLM’s premium cabin on a long-haul route, this episode has everything you need to know. Here’s what we cover: Seat setup: window vs middle seats, storage, and lie-flat comfort Amenity kit + perks: champagne, mocktails, noise-canceling headphones, and more In-flight dining: from crab salad & truffle pasta to French toast & cheese plates Entertainment & WiFi (or lack of it) Service experience: how KLM stacks up against Singapore Airlines & others The iconic ceramic Dutch house souvenir Our overall rating: 7/10 good value, but with some misses Check out our other airline reviews below, or listen to our complete ⁠Airline Reviews playlist on Spotify⁠ to hear them all in one place: ⁠Singapore Airlines Business Class Review ⁠ ⁠Singapore Airlines Premium Economy Review ⁠ ⁠Egypt Air Business Class Review ⁠ ⁠American Airlines Domestic Business Class Review ⁠ ⁠Cathay Pacific Premium Economy Review ⁠ ⁠⁠TAP Air Portugal Stopover Program ⁠⁠ Find amazing flight deals on KLM Airlines by signing up for ⁠Thrifty Traveler Premium⁠ and getting daily flight deals (points and cash) sent straight to your inbox. Use our promo code TSP to save $20 on your first year subscription. —--------------------------------------- Shop:⁠ Trip Itineraries ⁠⁠&⁠ ⁠Amazon Storefront ⁠⁠ Connect:⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠,⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠⁠, and⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠and contact us at [email protected] to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Contains affiliate links, thanks for supporting Travel Squad Podcast!

We’re taking you aboard Singapore Airlines’ Premium Economy for their 10-hour flight from Tokyo to LAX. Was the experience worth the points? How does it compare to flying economy or splurging on business class? (P.S. We’ve reviewed Singapore Airlines Business Class too—check that one out after this! We’re breaking down the entire experience: Booking with points & paying extra for those prime bulkhead seats Pre-flight perks like priority check-in and 2 free checked bags The seat comfort (hello calf rests & 8-inch recline!) In-flight service & amenity kits Our gourmet meals via Book the Cook Entertainment options, WiFi access, and more! Download our ⁠⁠Singapore Itinerary⁠⁠ and listen to our ⁠two days in Singapore⁠ episode for the perfect plan to spend two days in this amazing island nation. These are the hotels, tours, and resources we recommend in Singapore: ⁠⁠St. Regis Singapore⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Marina Bay Sands ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Pan Pacific Singapore ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Singapore activities we recommend via Viator ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Airalo ⁠⁠eSim Check out our other airline reviews below, or listen to our complete⁠ ⁠Airline Reviews playlist on Spotify⁠⁠ to hear them all in one place: ⁠⁠Singapore Airlines Business Class Review ⁠⁠ ⁠KLM Business Class Review⁠ ⁠⁠Egypt Air Business Class Review⁠ ⁠⁠American Airlines Domestic Business Class Review ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Cathay Pacific Premium Economy Review ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠TAP Air Portugal Stopover Program ⁠⁠ Find great flight deals with Singapore Airlines by signing up for ⁠Thrifty Traveler Premium⁠ and watching the daily flight deals (points & cash) that are emailed directly to you! Use our promo code TSP to get $20 off your first year subscription. —--------------------------------------- Shop:⁠ Trip Itineraries ⁠⁠&⁠ ⁠Amazon Storefront ⁠⁠ Connect:⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠,⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠⁠, and⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠and contact us at [email protected] to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Contains affiliate links, thanks for supporting Travel Squad Podcast!