Amsterdam Itinerary: Things to Do for an Easy European Trip
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
Release Date: 05/20/2026
Montreal Day 2: Travel Tips We Learned the Hard Way (Part 2 of 3)
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
#170 Montreal Day 2: Old Montreal, St. Helen's Island & Travel Tips Planning a trip to Montreal? In this episode of the Everyday Bucket List Podcast, Karen and Rich share highlights from day two of their adventure, including Old Montreal, St. Helen's Island, and the beautiful floral sculptures at the Jardins des Floralis. If you're following this travel series, check out Episode 167 to hear how the trip began. Each episode can also be enjoyed on its own. In this episode: Exploring Old Montreal and Notre-Dame Basilica Lunch at Le Petit Dep Ferry vs. Metro to St. Helen's Island ...
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Fun Things to Do: Quirky Bucket List Stops & the Adventures They Inspire
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
#169 Quirky Bucket List Ideas for Travel Inspiration Looking for fun things to do, bucket list ideas, or inspiration for your next adventure? In this episode of the Everyday Bucket List Podcast, we explore quirky attractions, unique travel destinations, and memorable experiences from around the world that you can recreate close to home. In this episode, we cover: Quirky bucket list destinations Fun things to do Everyday travel inspiration From the glowing Van Gogh-inspired bike path in the Netherlands to writing a letter to your future self at Café Pli, we share unusual experiences that...
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More Bucket List Cheat Codes: Fun Things to Do This Summer & Beyond
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
#168 Looking to Rebel a Little? Check out Bucket List Ideas That Gently Break Rules & Definitely Break the Routine What does a couple illegally climbing the Empire State Building have to do with your bucket list? More than you might think. No, we're not encouraging anyone to break the law or take dangerous risks. But there is something appealing about doing something unexpected, stepping outside your routine, and adding a little harmless rebellion to everyday life. In this episode of the Everyday Bucket List podcast, we're sharing simple ways to shake things up without turning your life...
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Montreal Road Trip: Dos and Don'ts & Mount Royal (Part 1 of 3)
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
#167 Montreal Summer Travel: Hear about our trip & find out what NOT to do! Planning a summer bucket list trip to Montreal? In this Everyday Bucket List episode, Karen and Rich share what it's really like to drive from Connecticut to Montreal, their first impressions of the city, where they stayed, and what they experienced on day one of their adventure, which was one of the most fun things to do there. Whether you're an amateur traveler, a seasoned adventurer who's never been there before, or if you're just adding another trip to your whole bucket list life, this show is for you. We...
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Summer Bucket List Cheat Code: Fun Things to Do
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
#166 Looking for fun things to do in the summer? In this Everyday Bucket List episode, Karen and Rich share simple, realistic and doable ideas that can help you make the most of your time, whether you're staying close to home or heading off on an adventure. We cover: Bucket List Ideas: Experiences you can do near or far Unexpected Opportunities: Why saying yes can lead to unforgettable memories Do-It-Now Inspiration: Why waiting for "someday" isn't always the best plan It's easy to let the season pass by while you're busy with work, errands, and everyday responsibilities. Before you know it,...
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New England Summer Getaway: Madison CT
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
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This is Why People Flock to Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
#164 Looking into a Martha's Vineyard, MA vacation? You're in the right place, friend! In this episode of The Everyday Bucket List podcast, we'll share our guest's journey of things to do in Oak Bluffs & other parts. Travel to Massachusetts! Patrina Dixon shares highlights from her Martha's Vineyard vacation, offering listeners a vivid glimpse into her trip. She focuses on Oak Bluffs, a charming town known for its colorful gingerbread cottages and vibrant atmosphere. Patrina raves about her stay at her favorite bed and breakfast, describing it as cozy and welcoming. She also explores...
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Rhode Island Day Trip: Diners & Johnnycakes
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
#163 Rhode Island Day Trip: Diners, Johnnycakes, Wickford Village & Coastal Charm In this episode of The Everyday Bucket List Podcast, Karen, Rich, and Cedric share a Rhode Island day trip featuring classic diners, local food, waterfront views, and small-town New England charm. From enjoying Rhode Island clam chowder at the Middle of Nowhere Diner to exploring historic Wickford Village and finishing the day with famous johnnycakes at Jigger’s, this itinerary is packed with food and travel inspiration. In this episode, we cover: • Middle of Nowhere Diner, Rhode Island clam chowder +...
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New York City 1-Day Itinerary: MOMA, Central Park Garden Conservancy & Lexington Candy Shop (Ep 162)
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
#162 NYC Itinerary: Art, Flowers, Soda Floats & More In this episode of The Everyday Bucket List Podcast, Karen, Rich, and Cedric share a relaxing 1-day New York City itinerary packed with iconic NYC attractions, great food, modern art, and classic New York experiences. From seeing Vincent van Gogh’s The Starry Night at MoMA to walking through Central Park and ending the day with old-fashioned soda floats at Lexington Candy Shop, this Manhattan day trip is full of realistic travel inspiration and practical NYC tips. They talk about visiting the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), exploring...
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Amsterdam Itinerary: Things to Do for an Easy European Trip
Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks
#161 Our Best Amsterdam Itinerary: Pancakes, Tulips, Windmills & Canal Cruises In this episode of The Everyday Bucket List Podcast, we recap our entire 5-day Amsterdam trip (plus two days for flying)—from airport chaos and canal-side hotels to tulip fields, windmills, museums, ferries, pancakes, and nonstop walking through one of Europe’s most charming cities. Karen, Rich, and Cedric walk through the full Amsterdam itinerary day by day, sharing practical travel tips, favorite moments, funny surprises, and honest reactions from their experience exploring the Netherlands. From navigating...
info_outline#161 Our Best Amsterdam Itinerary: Pancakes, Tulips, Windmills & Canal Cruises
In this episode of The Everyday Bucket List Podcast, we recap our entire 5-day Amsterdam trip (plus two days for flying)—from airport chaos and canal-side hotels to tulip fields, windmills, museums, ferries, pancakes, and nonstop walking through one of Europe’s most charming cities.
Karen, Rich, and Cedric walk through the full Amsterdam itinerary day by day, sharing practical travel tips, favorite moments, funny surprises, and honest reactions from their experience exploring the Netherlands. From navigating TSA PreCheck issues and red-eye flights to wandering peaceful canals and discovering incredible Dutch food, this episode ties together all the highlights from the Amsterdam series.
We talk about visiting the Anne Frank House and Van Gogh Museum, exploring the De Pijp neighborhood and Albert Cuyp Market, taking a sunset canal cruise, eating traditional Dutch pancakes multiple times, and why Amsterdam Noord became one of our favorite areas of the city.
We also share what it was like visiting the famous windmills, sampling unique Dutch cheeses, taking ferries around Amsterdam, and seeing the tulip fields in full bloom during spring.
In this episode, we cover:
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Amsterdam itinerary + travel tips
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Museums, neighborhoods + food
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Windmills, tulips + day trips
We also share practical details about accessibility, early arrival strategies, ferry transportation, and a few random stories and travel mishaps along the way.
Whether you’re planning your first trip to Amsterdam or looking for inspiration for a slower-paced European vacation, this episode will help you build a realistic itinerary filled with memorable experiences, good food, and beautiful scenery.
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Binge-listen to my Amsterdam playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/07q6GH9BLjr3PWgCxOjreB?si=w9BDltD9RsmOHkao9lyPoA&pi=kg_a0reoT6i9C
Binge-listen to my playlist about traveling to Europe https://bit.ly/4g4Bb07
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Spring Bucket List: See the Most Beautiful Tulip Garden in the World Spotify or Apple (Ep157)
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