The Jetsetting Family Travel Podcast

The Jetsetting Family

Hi there, we're Jess and Rod! In 2018 we decided that we wanted to travel more together, so we sold our house (and most of our stuff) and left on a full-time travel adventure with our two kids (ages 2 and 5 at the time). Since then, we've visited more than 50 countries while working as content creators. In this podcast we share stories of our favorite destinations, tips for traveling with kids, and how you can work with travel brands like we do. So come listen in or find us on Instagram @thejetsettingfamily! read less

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Are All-Inclusive Resorts Worth It?

Are All-Inclusive Resorts Worth It?

Over the years, we've had great experiences with all-inclusive resorts like Sandals, Excellence, Iberostar and Sanctuary. On this episode we cover the pros and cons of staying at all-inclusive resorts either for family vacation or couples retreat!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode64

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Are All-Inclusive Resorts Worth It?

Are All-Inclusive Resorts Worth It?

Over the years, we've had great experiences with all-inclusive resorts like Sandals, Excellence, Iberostar and Sanctuary. On this episode we cover the pros and cons of staying at all-inclusive resorts either for family vacation or couples retreat!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode64

Family-Friendly Fun in Colorado Springs!

Family-Friendly Fun in Colorado Springs!

We lived in Colorado Springs for over 6 years and loved the mix of outdoors activities and indoor fun. In this episode we cover our favorite things to do in Colorado Springs, so check it out if you're thinking of visiting this amazing city!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode63

What to Do In New York City With Kids

What to Do In New York City With Kids

New York City has been on our family bucket list for ages, and we finally had the opportunity to visit this summer! We were overwhelmed by the amount of things we could do (in a good way), so check out this episode for our guide to NYC with kids.Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode62

Moving Abroad - The Do's and Don'ts

Moving Abroad - The Do's and Don'ts

We recently moved from the US to Mexico, and wow have we learned a lot (and made a lot of mistakes)! In this episode we cover all the logistics associated with a move abroad - from transportation, to immigration, school, and bringing a pet along. Check it out!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode61

How THIRDHOME Has Changed How We Travel

How THIRDHOME Has Changed How We Travel

This year we joined a travel club called THIRDHOME, and it's been a big game changer for how we plan and go on trips! Check out this episode to learn more about what THIRDHOME is, how we use it, and recommendations we have if you're thinking about it.Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode60

Washington D.C. Family Trip Recap

Washington D.C. Family Trip Recap

After a few days in Washington D.C., we fell in love with the city's rich history, massive variety through all the different museums and monuments, and relatively calm vibe. Check out this episode to get our thoughts on what the top things to do with kids in Washington D.C. are! Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode59

We Sailed on a President's Cruise - Here's What It's All About!

We Sailed on a President's Cruise - Here's What It's All About!

In late July we were honored to be a part of the Royal Caribbean President's Cruise 2023. So... what in the world is a President's Cruise? Tune in to learn more about it and see if it's something that you should be putting on your bucket list!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode58

All About Martha's Vineyard

All About Martha's Vineyard

We started our summer trip this year at the wonderful island of Martha's Vineyard. In this episode we talk about our favorite family activities, tips for getting to the island, restaurant recommendations, and more. If you're on the fence about visiting this calm, yet beautiful place, then listen in!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode57

12 States in One Month: Our Summer Travel Recap!

12 States in One Month: Our Summer Travel Recap!

After a brief hiatus, we're back! We had a whirlwind of a summer trip in June, which in total took us through 12 states along the East Coast. Check out this episode to learn where we went, and what we've learned about summer travel this year!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode56

Bad Travel Days Make Good Stories. Here's 8 of Ours!

Bad Travel Days Make Good Stories. Here's 8 of Ours!

The band AJR sang, "100 bad days make 100 good stories. 100 good stories make us interesting at... podcasts?" 😂 Although we love to cover the positive aspects of travel, sometimes a bad travel story is too juicy to pass up. Here are some stories of our travel mishaps and incidents, and the lessons we learned from them!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode55

Is it Still Possible to Become a Travel Content Creator??

Is it Still Possible to Become a Travel Content Creator??

This week we're reflecting on our 5-year journey as travel content creators. We recap how we started, and what we would do differently if we had to start all over today. Check out this episode if you've ever thought about becoming a content creator, especially in the travel space!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode54

How to Travel for Free with Credit Card Points!

How to Travel for Free with Credit Card Points!

Over the past few years we've been leveraging credit card signup bonuses to travel for free. Check out this episode to get the basics on how to do it, and tips on how to make the most of it so you can travel for free on an upcoming trip! Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode53

To Fly or Not to Fly? That is the Question!

To Fly or Not to Fly? That is the Question!

Today we're talking more about the journey! Specifically, what is the best way to get to a travel destination? Let's dive deep on whether it's better to fly or drive to places based on a few factors: flexibility, budget, destination, and time.Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode52

Cruise Showdown! Disney Cruise Line vs. Royal Caribbean

Cruise Showdown! Disney Cruise Line vs. Royal Caribbean

"Should I sail on a Disney cruise or Royal Caribbean?" That's a question we often hear, so we're dedicating the episode to answer that! We've been on both cruises and each of them have different strengths/weaknesses, so check it out if you're planning on sailing sometime soon!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode51

Our 50th Episode! Things We've Learned About Location Independence

Our 50th Episode! Things We've Learned About Location Independence

This week we celebrate our 50th podcast episode by looking back on our 5-year journey to location independence. We cover what it means to us, the things that we've learned from it, and how we approach decisions with this guiding principle in mind. We hope you enjoy and looking forward to another 50 episodes!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode50

The Best, Cheapest Cruises You Can Go On!

The Best, Cheapest Cruises You Can Go On!

These cruises are amazing because they are cheap, go to beautiful ports, and are typically less crowded than regular cruises. Check out our rundown on repositioning cruises to see if they would be right for you!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode49

12 Destinations for Summer Travel!

12 Destinations for Summer Travel!

This week we're bringing some travel inspo your way! With summer travel just around the corner, we look back on some of our favorite destinations that we've visited. We break down our 12 recommendations, both domestic and international into beaches, mountains, and cities to visit. Enjoy!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode48

Amazing Eco-Amusement Parks Near Cancun!

Amazing Eco-Amusement Parks Near Cancun!

The Cancun area has an amazing assortment of eco-archaeological amusement parks, mostly from the Xcaret group. In this episode we cover some of our favorite parks, why they're different from most theme parks in the US, and how you can have an incredible day visiting them!Here is the time where we discuss each of these parks:Xcaret (3:48)Xel-Ha (20:00)Xenses (30:35)Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode47

Visiting 30A in Florida: Magic and the "Hamptons of the South"

Visiting 30A in Florida: Magic and the "Hamptons of the South"

Over the past 3 years, we've fallen in love with magical 30A on the Florida panhandle. Listen in to get our favorite areas of 30A and the things you can do there to have an incredible family vacation!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode46

New Mexico - The Land of Enchantment

New Mexico - The Land of Enchantment

New Mexico is very near and dear to our hearts, because we lived there for years, have family there, and is where we met. But is it a good family travel destination? Check out this episode to find out the best things to do in New Mexico!Show notes: https://www.thejetsettingfamily.com/episode45