Small towns know how to celebrate big moments. From time capsule openings to parades, fireworks, and community traditions, this America 250 season has been a beautiful reminder of how much pride, history, and heart live in our hometowns. Wherever you spent the Fourth of July, I’d love to hear what your town did to celebrate!

Listen as Host Kristy Burns Discusses:

- Celebrating America 250: A National Reflection

- Local Events and Community Pride

- Time Capsule Traditions in Small Towns

- Unique Fourth of July Celebrations

- Community Engagement and Local Festivals

- Exploring Small Town Events

- Encouraging Travel to Small Towns

Traveling often comes with its own set of challenges,especially when it comes to managing expectations around accommodations. In this episode, I'll share insights from my recent trip to North Central West Virginia, where I encountered a series of hiccups that reminded me of theimportance of preparation and adaptability in travel. Here’s what I learned and how you can better manage expectations to enhance your travel experience.

Listen in as Kristy talks about her recent experience with:

-Managing Expectations in Travel

-The Importance of Planning Accommodations

-Sticky Kitchens and Wonderful Showerheads!

-Experiencing Unexpected Challenges

-Finding Joy Amidst Disappointment

-Prioritizing What Matters in Travel

Check out our newest episode with the Founder of Castles & Carpools, Candi Hurst, and Host, Kristy Schlosser Burns (My Town Travels). You are going to love this discussion about Giving Back through Travel, Travel Advisors, Experiencing Unique Accommodations, and so Much More!

Listen in as Candi and Kristy discuss:

-The Journey of Castles and Carpools

-Traveling with Family: Balancing Responsibilities

-The Value of Travel Advising

-Giving Back Through Travel

-Luxury Travel and Unique Experiences

-The Importance of Realistic Travel Expectations

-Personalized Travel Planning and Recommendations

-Exploring European Small Towns

-Experiencing Castles and Unique Accommodations

About Candi Hurst:

Candi (@castlesandcarpools) is a Certified Travel Advisor who creates custom vacation planning for families who want more than just a trip. She designs journeys that educate, inspire, and bring you closer together. The business began out of curiosity about how travel could be used to give back. As a travel writer, she learned to turn vacations into meaningful, immersive experiences focused on education and community impact. She now helps families embark on luxury vacations throughout North America, Europe, and the Caribbean.

Follow Candi:

Website: Castlesandcarpools.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/castlesandcarpools

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/castlesandcarpools