Dreaming of a trip to Verona? 🇮🇹 In this episode, we're sharing everything you need to plan the perfect visit — from exactly how to get there to the best things to do, where to eat, and how to experience the city beyond the main sights.

We dive into iconic highlights, hidden gems, and practical travel tips to help you make the most of your time in this romantic Italian city. Plus, we're talking day trips you won't want to miss — including sipping incredible wines in nearby Soave and Valpolicella, two must-visit regions for wine lovers. We also discuss visiting Lake Garda from Verona.

Whether you're planning a quick stop or a longer stay, this episode will help you design a memorable Verona itinerary filled with great food, beautiful scenery, and unforgettable wine experiences.

Tune in for tips, recommendations, and inspiration for your next Italian adventure.

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Where to stay in Verona: Hotel Firenze: https://booking.stay22.com/worldwidehoneymoon/CsXOH1jIa2

Things to do in Verona:

-Juillette's House and balcony

-Basilica di San Zeno

-Piazzale Castel San Pietro

-Piazza delle Erbe

-Basilica di Sant'Anastasia

-Arena di Verona (get the Verona City Card to skip-the-line plus it includes entrances to other attractions in Verona): https://getyourguide.stay22.com/worldwidehoneymoon/JrvIEF-Ece

-Porta Borsari

-Day trips: Lake Garda, Soave, and Valpolicella

Where to Eat/Drink in Verona:

-Tapa Sotto (great lunch spot)

-Iginio Massari Alta Pasticceria (pastries)

-La Tradision (spritzes)

-Antica Bottega del Vino (amazing food and giant wine list)

-Nizza Cafe (coffee)

-Brusco Panini (great sandwiches)

-Gelaterie Verona (gelato)

-Pieropan Winery in Soave

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Italy vs. France (Updated!) | Food, Wine, Travel Spots, Vibes, & Which Is Better for You?

Italy vs. France… round two.

In this updated showdown episode, we're revisiting one of our most debated travel topics: Is Italy or France the better destination?

After more trips, more meals (tough job), and more on-the-ground experience, we're breaking it all down again category by category.

We're comparing:

• Best Food (have our opinions changed?)
• Best Cheese (yes, this deserved its own category)
• Best Wine & Drinks
• Best Travel Spots (cities, countryside, hidden gems)
• Top Attractions
• Language (which is easier to learn/speak)
• Landscapes (mountains, beaches, countryside & cities)
• Ease of Getting Around
• Overall Vibes
• Which Fits Our Travel Style Best

We also talk through which country is best depending on your travel style.

If you're planning a trip to Europe and torn between Italy or France, this episode will help you decide where to go—and why.

Whether you're dreaming of the Amalfi Coast, Paris cafés, the French Riviera, Rome's history, Provence lavender fields, or Piedmont wine country, we're giving you our honest, updated take.

🎧 Tune in to find out: Has France caught up… or is Italy still in the lead?

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-Listen to our original Italy vs. France episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/italy-versus-france-which-should-you-visit/id1453905777?i=1000571293077

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Ever wondered what it's like to attend a Japanese baseball game while traveling in Japan? In this episode of our travel podcast, we dive into everything you need to know about baseball in Japan, from fun facts about NPB (Nippon Professional Baseball) to the unforgettable fan experience inside the stadium.

We break down how to buy Japanese baseball tickets. We also share what to expect on game day—from cheering sections and fight songs to iconic stadium food and overall baseball customs in Japan.

Whether you're a die-hard baseball fan or just looking for a unique cultural experience, this episode explains why Japanese baseball is a must-do in Japan, how it differs from MLB games, and why you should add a game to your Japan itinerary. Perfect for travelers planning a trip to Japan, sports fans, and anyone curious about one of Japan's most beloved pastimes.

Topics covered: Japanese baseball culture, NPB teams, how to get baseball tickets in Japan, what a Japanese baseball game is like, and tips for attending a game.

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-Yomiuri Giants website: https://www.giants.jp/en/

-Lawson ticket website: https://l-tike.com/

-Yakult Swallows: https://www.yakult-swallows.co.jp/en

-DeNa Baystars in Yokohama: https://www.baystars.co.jp/english/

-More information about Japan Baseball on the Sightseeing Japan podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball/id1479350394?i=1000469942025

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Planning a trip to Japan and wondering what to eat—and how to find truly great food? In this Japan food guide podcast episode, we break down the must-try Japanese dishes and share practical tips for finding amazing places to eat across the country.

We cover iconic Japanese foods like ramen, sushi, okonomiyaki, tempura, yakitori, and more, explaining each dish. We also share our favorite restaurants and casual eateries, along with tips for spotting good local spots, avoiding tourist traps, and eating well!

You'll learn:

• What to eat in Japan
• How to find good restaurants in Japan as a visitor
• How to tell if a place is worth the wait
• Our favorite places to eat in Tokyo, Kyoto, Okayama, and more!

Whether you're visiting Japan for the first time or planning a return trip, this episode will help you build a food-focused itinerary and eat confidently throughout your travels.

🎧 Tune in for honest recommendations, actionable food tips, and everything you need to enjoy Japan's incredible food scene.

What to Eat & Our Favorite Spots:

-Ramen: Ramen Station in Himeji (seafood ramen) & Kyushu Jangara Ramen Harajuku in Tokyo

-Soba noodles: Itsutsu in Kyoto

-Sushi/Sashimi: Tsukiji Itadori Bekkan in Tokyo

-Gyoza: Gyoza No Ohsho (chain, but we had it in Kyoto)

-Okonomiyaki: Kamon S Okonomiyaki in Okayama

-Tempura: Tempura Kakiage Yukimura in Tokyo

-Tonkatsu: Giants Stadium in Tokyo

-Japanese Curry: Curry & Cafe in Nara

-Tofu: Shigetsu in Kyoto

-Yakitori: Yakitori Kushidori Okayama Honmachi in Okayama & Golden Gai in Tokyo has great spots!

-Udon Noodles: Gion Yorozuya in Kyoto

-Takoyaki: Tsukiji Gindaco in Okayama

-Desserts: Momiji Manju (in Hiroshima prefecture), Daifuku, fluffy pancakes, Dango

-Tea: Matcha and many other teas (best matcha at Premium Matcha & Bar Kashoan Tea and Cocktails in Kyoto)

Konbini finds:

-Onigiri

-Egg salad sandos

-Fried chicken

-Coffee/Matcha in the early morning

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After traveling together for almost a decade, we're here to answer the question: Does traveling together make you stronger as a couple?

We discuss challenges we've faced together, magical moments, and why it does, in fact, help your relationship grow stronger!

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New year, new travels! Every year, we discuss our past year's travel resolutions and discuss this year's travel resolutions. We like to chat about how well we kept up our resolutions from prior year, and then discuss what we can do to be better at travel in this new year.

Sometimes we nail it…and sometimes we fail (much like regular New Year's resolutions)! What travel resolutions do you have for this year?

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Every year, we do a travel year-in-review series, and in this episode, we're discussing our top travel memories…and embarrassing moments! This is our favorite episode of the year to record as it is a chance to reflect on this year's top moments in travel…but also laugh at our embarrassing moments too.

From being humbled by learning a language to the raw shrimp debacle in Japan, enjoy as we laugh and reminisce about 2025 travel.

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-7-Day Lapland Itinerary: https://worldwidehoneymoon.com/7-day-finnish-lapland-itinerary/

-Galapagos Itinerary: https://worldwidehoneymoon.com/7-day-galapagos-itinerary/

-Versailles Grand Masked Ball Guide: https://francevoyager.com/grand-masked-ball-at-versailles/

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