The Family Vacationer
Rob and Traci Jones
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A podcast dedicated to families that travel. So many of our memories come from time spent with our family. We want to help you make the most of your family vacations. We do that by covering travel destinations, travel apps, and gadgets, and talk to travel experts for ways to make family travel less stressful. Who doesn't want that?
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S1E208 Before it becomes a memory
Episode 208: Before it becomes a memory There are moments in life that don’t feel important at the time. A random Tuesday night. A laugh from the next room. A kitchen conversation you barely paid…
S1E207 Caribe Royale
Episode 207 Show Notes — The Family Vacationer Title: Caribe Royale Orlando: Holiday Chocolate, Suites, Slides & Our First “Family Vacationer Approved” Resort Hosts: Rob & Traci Location:…
S1E206 The People You Meet
S1E205 10 Minute Memory Checkin
Episode 205: The 10-Minute Memory Check-In – A Simple Tool for Meaningful Travel What if the most important part of your next family trip isn’t where you go, where you stay, or even what you do? In…
S1E204 A Review of Epic Universe
Episode 204: Universal’s Epic Universe – What Families Need to Know Universal Orlando’s long-awaited Epic Universe park is finally here — but is it truly the future of theme park vacations, or just…
S1E203 Rockford, IL
The Family Vacationer Episode 203: Christmas in Rockford, Illinois Guest: Kristen Paul, Executive Vice President, GoRockford Host: Rob Jones Episode Summary If you’re dreaming of twinkling…
S1E202 Natchitoches, LA
Episode 202: Christmas Magic and History in Natchitoches, Louisiana with Paige Alost In this episode of The Family Vacationer, we continue our Christmas in the U.S. series with a visit to…
S1E201 Red Lodge, MT
Episode 201: Christmas in Red Lodge, Montana Looking for a holiday getaway that feels straight out of a postcard? This week on The Family Vacationer, we’re taking you to Red Lodge, Montana, a…
S1E199 Thanksgiving Trip Ideas
Episode 199: The Best Family Thanksgiving Getaways in the U.S. Hosts: Rob & Traci Release Date: November 2025 When you think Thanksgiving, you probably picture turkey, football, and the…
S1E198 Family Travel Reset
Episode 198: The Family Travel Reset Episode Overview If your family vacations have started to feel a little too predictable — the same beach, the same rental, the same “are we even relaxed?”…
S1E197 250 for the 250th
Episode 197: Explore America — 250 Places to Go in 2026 with Erin Gifford Release Date: October 2025 Hosts: Rob & Traci Jones Guest: Erin Gifford — Travel Writer & Creator of Explore…
S1E196 Saving for Vacation
Episode 196: Smart Money Moves for Family Vacations with Skyler Fleming For most families, the biggest obstacle to taking that dream trip isn’t time—it’s money. The good news? With a little planning…
S1E195 Family Vacationer, The Book: Chapter One
Episode Description Rob and Traci share the very first chapter of Rob’s new book The Family Vacationer: A Parent’s Guide to Meaningful Travel. In this special episode, hear the heart behind the…
S1E194 Halloween Trips
Episode 194: Halloween-Themed Family Travel Pumpkin patches, ghost stories, trick-or-treating at Disney… Halloween has become more than just a night—it’s a whole travel season! In this episode of…
S1E193 Tybee Island, GA
Episode 193: Chasing the Sun to Tybee Island GA with Mayor Brian West When cooler weather hits, many families put away the swimsuits—but what if you packed them for a little extra sunshine…
S1E192 Traveling with Teens: Connection over Perfection
Episode 192: Vacationing With Teens – How to Stay Connected with Parenting Coach Janine Mushwar Vacationing with teens can be magical—or maddening. In this episode, Rob talks with parenting coach…
S1E191 Dollywood
Exploring Dollywood: Rides, Shows, and Appalachian Heritage Nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, Dollywood has earned its place as one of the top theme parks in the country—and for good…
S1E190 Regenerative Travel
Regenerative Travel for Families with Kirsten Ovstaas If you’ve ever wondered how your family vacations could give back to the places you visit, this episode is for you. In Episode 190 of The Family…
S1E189 The Best Beach Town in the US
Episode 188: Discover Why Destin, Florida is The Family Vacationer’s Favorite Beach Town In this episode, Rob and Traci wrap up their popular “Best Beach Towns in the US” series with their top pick:…
S1E188 Isle of Palms, SC
Episode 188 – Isle of Palms, South Carolina We’re making our next stop on The Family Vacationer’s tour of the Best Beach Towns in the US — and this time, we’re heading to a barrier island paradise…
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