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Sunshine Travelers Podcast

Sunshine Travelers Podcast

Written by: Scott and Melissa Barronton
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Real Travel Tips, Bucket List Inspiration, and the Confidence to Book the Trip and Go! Ready to travel more and better? The Sunshine Travelers Podcast is your go-to travel podcast for real-world travel tips, inspiring stories, and expert guidance to help you plan extraordinary trips, with less stress and more joy. Hosted by real travelers Scott and Melissa Barronton, this podcast is built for midlife travelers and couples looking to finally take that dream trip—whether it’s a luxury safari in Kenya, a scenic train journey or walk through Europe, a coastal road trip in the US, or that dream cruise. Each weekly episode features: • Bucket list destination guides (think places like Italy, Iceland, South Africa, Greece, & more) • Practical tips on packing, planning, and using points & miles • Curated itineraries with hidden gems & local insights • Interviews with experienced travelers and travel pros • Travel hacks that save you time, money, and overwhelm • Travel Deals that are too good to pass up From avoiding overtourism, finding the best-value travel deals, traveling to new places and in new ways, this podcast helps you navigate every stage of your journey. They believe travel should be meaningful, memorable, and attainable, no matter where you’re starting from and they help you do just that. Follow the show and join them each week as they help you stop dreaming and start booking.© 2026 Sunshine Travelers Self-Help Social Sciences Success Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • Episode 188 - Why We Sold Our House to Live Full-Time in an RV

    Episode 188 - Why We Sold Our House to Live Full-Time in an RV
    Oct 15 2026

    key topics

    • The decision to sell their home and travel full-time in an RV
    • How downsizing simplifies life and travel
    • The process of choosing the right RV and floor plan
    • Financial considerations and investment in RV lifestyle
    • The emotional and practical aspects of leaving a permanent residence
    • Travel plans and destinations in North America
    • The role of pets in their travel lifestyle
    • Future content plans including destination episodes and YouTube expansion
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    28 mins
  • Episode 187 - Why Fall Is the Best Time to Visit Amelia Island, Florida

    Episode 187 - Why Fall Is the Best Time to Visit Amelia Island, Florida
    Sep 2 2026
    Most people picture Amelia Island as a summer beach destination, but as locals, we consider fall our favorite season on the island. The heat and humidity ease up, the crowds thin out during the week, and a string of festivals leads all the way to our favorite tradition, Dickens on Centre. In this episode, we're breaking down what fall on Amelia Island actually looks like, month by month. Some links are affiliate links. See our disclosure. In This Episode Why fall weather works in your favor without ever feeling "cold"What changes on the island once the summer crowds go homeSeptember: the quiet transition month (and the last of sea turtle nest excavations)October: craft beer, arts markets, and Taste of AmeliaNovember: cooler temps, Thanksgiving travel, and the Pétanque Amelia Island OpenDecember: Dickens on Centre and why it's one of our favorite events of the yearWho fall on Amelia Island is really for (hint: pretty much everyone) Fall Events & Links Mentioned in this Episode Sea turtle nest excavation schedule: ameliaislandseaturtlewatch.comIsland Hop Craft Beer Festival — October 3, 1–4pm: ameliaisland.com/activity/island-hop-craft-beer-festival-3Taste of Amelia — October 24, 11:30am–3:30pmPétanque Amelia Island Open — November 13–15Dickens on Centre — December 11–14Amelia Island Museum of History Holiday Tour of Homes: ameliamuseum.org/holiday-home-tourFort Clinch activities: fortclinch.org/ActivitiesFull calendar of Amelia Island events: ameliaisland.com/activities Get Our Amelia Island Travel Guide Want our full list of favorite things to do, places to eat, and events all year round? Grab our free Amelia Island Travel Guide HERE Get more of our Amelia Island Tips on our Amelia Island Blog Posts https://www.sunshinetravelers.com/blog/search?q=amelia+island Sunshine Travelers Experiences Come with us on Safari in Kenya in June 2027. We are hosting a maximum of 10 on a luxury, privately guided safari to 3 places in Kenya, where we have been on safari twice in order to bring you the best experience. Click HERE to learn more and sign up. Get help planning your next trip. Learn more at sunshinetravelersexperiences.com or sunxtravel.com More Resources & Links Get Our FREE Ultimate Packing Guide See ALL our Favorite Travel Resources Canceled or delayed flight? Airhelp can help get you $$$$ - Learn more here. We got over $900 when our flight from CDG was canceled - even though we booked it on points and were rebooked the same day Follow Sunshine Travelers Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Read more about this and other travel destinations on our BLOG Follow our travels on TikTok @sunshinetravelerspodcastConnect with us on LinkedIn @sunshinetravelerspodcast Get travel tips and follow our travels on Instagram: @sunshinetravelerspodcastFollow us on Facebook @sunshinetravelerspodcastConnect with us on Threads @sunshinetravelerspodcastSee our travel videos on YouTube @sunshinetravelerspodcastSave our travel ideas on Pinterest @sunshinetravelerspodcast Music: This Acoustic Happy Music by Dmitrii Kolesnikov from Pixabay
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    36 mins
  • Episode 186 - Costa del Sol, Spain: The Underrated Beach Vacation + Málaga, Marbella, Ronda, and Gibraltar

    Episode 186 - Costa del Sol, Spain: The Underrated Beach Vacation + Málaga, Marbella, Ronda, and Gibraltar
    Aug 25 2026
    When most Americans think beach vacation, Spain doesn't usually make the list. But after a week based in Estepona visiting our daughter and her family with day trips to Málaga, Mijas, Marbella, Ronda, and Gibraltar, we came home convinced Costa del Sol is one of the most underrated beach destinations we've visited. In this episode, we're sharing why, plus exactly where we'd stay and what we'd do again. Some links are affiliate links. See our disclosure. What You'll Discover in This Episode Why Estepona made the perfect home base and landing in town during Semana SantaA full day in Málaga: where to get breakfast, the hike up to Castillo de Gibralfaro, and lunch at Mercado Central de AtarazanasMijas, the whitewashed mountain village 20 minutes from the coastMarbella's split personality Puerto Banús glamour vs. Old Town charmWhy Ronda is worth a full day away from the beachGibraltar as a day trip, and what's changed since our last visitWhere we'd recommend staying, depending on the trip you want Places Mentioned Estepona — our home base; Old Town + beach, walkable, easy jumping-off pointMálaga — La Recova (breakfast), Alcazaba & Castillo de Gibralfaro, Mercado Central de Atarazanas (lunch), Picasso MuseumMijas — whitewashed hilltop village, donkey taxisCastillo Monumento Colomares — a "medieval" castle actually built 1987–1994; €3.50 adults / €2.50 kids & pensionersMarbella — Puerto Banús, Old Town, Plaza de los NaranjosRonda — El Tajo gorge, Puente Nuevo, Arab BathsGibraltar — cable car closed for refurbishment until sometime in 2027; bring your passport Where to Stay Málaga for a walkable city base with museums and beach accessMarbella for nightlife, luxury, and a more international sceneEstepona for something relaxed with easy access to explore the whole region Come with us on Safari in Kenya in June 2027. We are hosting a maximum of 10 on a luxury, privately guided safari to 3 places in Kenya, where we have been on safari twice in order to bring you the best experience. Click HERE to learn more and sign up. Get help planning your next trip. Learn more at sunshinetravelersexperiences.com or sunxtravel.com More Resources & Links: Get Our FREE Ultimate Packing Guide See ALL our Favorite Travel Resources Canceled or delayed flight? Airhelp can help get you $$$$. Learn more here. We got over $900 when our flight from CDG was canceled - even though we booked it on points and were rebooked the same day Follow Sunshine Travelers Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Read more about this and other travel destinations on our BLOG Follow our travels on TikTok @sunshinetravelerspodcastConnect with us on LinkedIn @sunshinetravelerspodcast Get travel tips and follow our travels on Instagram: @sunshinetravelerspodcastFollow us on Facebook @sunshinetravelerspodcastConnect with us on Threads @sunshinetravelerspodcastSee our travel videos on YouTube @sunshinetravelerspodcastSave our travel ideas on Pinterest @sunshinetravelerspodcast Music: This Acoustic Happy Music by Dmitrii Kolesnikov from Pixabay
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    43 mins
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