Episodes

  • Can Airlines Add a Fuel Surcharge After You Book? Travel Tip Tuesday
    May 12 2026

    Flight and fuel prices have been chaotic over the past few weeks. With all the uncertainty, many are wondering if airlines can charge you a fuel surcharge on existing flights. Find out what you should do about your summer flights!

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

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    4 mins
  • How We Reset After a Rough Travel Day
    May 6 2026

    Bad days happen when you are traveling, but you can reset! Here is how we handle jet lag, anxiety, illness or injury, transportation issues, and more!

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

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    26 mins
  • What is the New Iceland Road Tax in 2026 - Travel Tip Tuesday
    Apr 28 2026

    Iceland has introduced a new road tax: a per-kilometre fee that applies to everyone driving in Iceland, even tourists! Here's how much it will cost and how to pay this new road tax in 2026.

    Episode Resources:

    • Iceland Government website

    Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content.

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

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    6 mins
  • Everything You Need to Know About Getting Married Abroad with Aimee from Snap Happy Travel
    Apr 22 2026

    Have you been thinking about a destination wedding or getting married abroad? Aimee from Snap Happy Travel joins us to talk about planning a wedding in a different country. Including how to pick a destination, what you consider, and the expenses involved.

    Episode Resources:

    • Snap Happy Travel Website
    • Snap Happy Travel Instagram

    Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content.

    We have Merch! Shop the Travel Mug Podcast Store

    Check out our fav items here: Our Favourite Travel Products

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

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    37 mins
  • United Airlines New Headphone Policy - Travel Tip Tuesday
    Apr 14 2026

    United Airlines has officially banned listening to your phone or other device without headphones! This means streaming videos, scrolling social media, and listening to music. And if you don't comply, you can be removed and banned from the airline! They mean business! We discuss the new rule and why people might be listening without headphones.

    Episode Resources:

    • United Contract of Carriage
    • Plane Etiquette episode

    Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content.

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    Check out our fav items here: Our Favourite Travel Products

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

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    6 mins
  • How to Earn a Freelance Income to Travel More or Move Abroad with Jen on the Run
    Apr 8 2026

    If money and time off from work are holding you back from travelling more, Jen from Jen on the Run discusses how to start a freelance career and how she moved from America to Europe while working on her business. We talk about making the jump from corporate to self-employed, the biggest mistakes new freelancers make, and how to find a community as a work-from-home freelancer.

    Episode Resources:

    • Jen's Instagram @jenontherunn
    • Jen's website

    Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content.

    We have Merch! Shop the Travel Mug Podcast Store

    Check out our fav items here: Our Favourite Travel Products

    GRAB OUR MASTER PACKING LIST HERE

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

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    33 mins
  • Consider a Travel Carbon Monoxide Detector - Travel Tip Tuesday
    Mar 31 2026

    Yes, this episode is a bit of a bummer, but it is also an important safety consideration. Many Airbnbs do not provide a carbon monoxide detector, an odorless, tasteless and colourless gas that can be deadly. Jenn highlights the dangers and what we can do to protect ourselves.

    Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content.

    We have Merch! Shop the Travel Mug Podcast Store

    Check out our fav items here: Our Favourite Travel Products

    GRAB OUR MASTER PACKING LIST HERE

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

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    6 mins
  • How to Plan a Quick Trip (48 Hours or Less)
    Mar 25 2026

    Planning a quick weekend getaway trip can be tricky, especially when you only have two days to explore. Here we share tips and tricks to plan a quick trip, and how to make the most of your time away, whether it is a local staycation or a destination you fly to!

    Support the Travel Mug Podcast by buying us a coffee! You’ll make our day & you’ll get access to fun stuff like bloopers and extra content.

    We have Merch! Shop the Travel Mug Podcast Store

    Check out our fav items here: Our Favourite Travel Products

    GRAB OUR MASTER PACKING LIST HERE

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    We are travel enthusiasts who do not claim to be professionals! Instead, we are two Halifax, NS natives with travel blogs who somehow found one another on the internet, and now, we have a podcast!!

    Join us every week as we talk about our favourite destinations, travel tips, travel fails, and all things travel!

    We have a big passion for travelling and talking about travel, so we hope you will listen and join the conversation.

    You can find us here:

    • Our Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Jenn’s Travel Blog
    • Jenn’s YouTube channel


    Disclaimer: All episodes are based on our opinions and experiences. Always do your research and make travel plans based on your budget and comfort levels.

    Support the show

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    18 mins