In this episode of Teachers to Travelers, host Jerrod Pickering sits down with his brother Justin and sister-in-law Amber to share their unforgettable experience aboard Carnival's Mardi Gras cruise ship. They cover everything from the smooth embarkation at Port Canaveral to exciting Eastern Caribbean excursions.Tune in as they discuss essential travel documentation tips, standout dining experiences (including the fan-favorite Shaq’s Big Chicken), and the exceptional service that made their cruise feel like home. You'll hear about onboard entertainment, family-friendly activities, and memorable shore excursions like whale watching in Grand Turk and exploring the natural beauty of the Dominican Republic.Whether you're planning your first cruise or looking for an honest Carnival Mardi Gras 2025 review, this episode offers valuable insights, travel tips, and heartfelt stories from a family who lived it.🎧 Key Takeaways:What to expect during embarkation at Port CanaveralWhy carrying a passport is still important for closed-loop cruisesMust-try food spots like Shaq’s ChickenHow Carnival staff like “Barbara” go above and beyondBest activities for kids, teens, and adultsWhy does the ship feel spacious despite 6,000+ guests?Unforgettable moments like seeing 12 whales in Grand TurkChapters00:00- Introduction to the Mardi Gras Cruise Experience02:54- Embarking on the Carnival Mardi Gras06:02- The Importance of Passports and Travel Documentation09:02- Dining Delights: Food on the Cruise11:59- Exceptional Service and Memorable Staff14:54- Ship Size and Space: Comfort on Board18:10 -Entertainment Options: Comedy and Shows20:50- Activities for All Ages: Family Fun on Board24:00- Excursions and Ports of Call: Highlights of the Trip26:58- Final Thoughts and Highlights of the TripLink to the Dominican Republic Excursion- https://www.carnival.com/shore-excursions/amber-cove/zip--dip-damajagua-adventure-445144 𝐈 𝐇𝐎𝐏𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐆𝐔𝐘𝐒 𝐄𝐍𝐉𝐎𝐘 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒!▶ If you enjoy this video, please like it and share it. ▶ Don't forget to subscribe to this channel for more updates. ▶ Subscribe now: Teachers to Travelers Channel⚡️ 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐔𝐒:▶Facebook: / teacherstotravelers ▶ instragram: / teacherstotravelers ▶Tiktok : / teachers.to.traverlers ▶Email: jerrod@teacherstotravelers.com 🎬 𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐎𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎𝐒:▶ • Luxury and Adventure at Sandals Grand... ▶ • Endless Horizons: Paul Neville’s Secr... ▶ • Exploring America's Culinary Landscape... ⚠️ 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐌𝐄𝐑: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. do your own research.✖️ 𝐂𝐎𝐏𝐘𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄: This video and my YouTube channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are property of "Teachers to Travelers Channel" You are authorized to share the video link and channel and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to my YouTube Channel is provided© Teachers to Travelers Channel ▶ 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐒:- #CarnivalCruise #MardiGrasCruise #CruiseTips #FamilyTravel #CruiseExperience #EasternCaribbeanCruise #TravelDocumentation #CruiseDining #CruiseEntertainment #CruiseExcursions #CarnivalMardiGras #TravelPodcast #PortCanaveral🔔 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more travel insights!

🌍 In this episode of the Teachers to Travelers Podcast, host Jerrod Pickering sits down with Dr. Christina Ball, founder of Speak Language Center, to explore how language learning and cultural immersion go hand-in-hand. Christina shares her inspiring journey from educator to entrepreneur, and how her love for travel and human connection led to the creation of a unique language-learning experience.🗣️ Christina discusses Speak’s newest offering — a travel-focused language series designed to help travelers gain practical travel skills, cultural tips, and language confidence before they go abroad. Whether it’s navigating trains in Europe or connecting with locals, Speak's mission is to prepare you for more than just the basics.👥 Real teachers. Real conversations. Real culture.Unlike language apps, Speak offers personalized, one-on-one instruction in over 20 languages — designed for both adults and teens.🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Speak Language Center was foundedThe power of cultural immersion in language learningWhy human instructors make a differenceWhat Duolingo and Rosetta Stone can’t teach you?How to prepare for travel with practical skills and cultural insightSneak peek into Speak’s future programs and offerings🕒 Chapters:00:00 – Introduction to Speak Language Center01:04 – The Birth of Speak Language Center06:07 – Expansion and New Offerings10:29 – Cultural Immersion and Travel Tips15:18 – Practical Travel Skills20:40 – The Human Element in Language Learning25:14 – Passion for Language and Culture27:12 – Future Programs and OpportunitiesLink for the GuestSpeak! Academy Website- https://www.speaklanguageacademy.com/link/9kk9xx 𝐈 𝐇𝐎𝐏𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐆𝐔𝐘𝐒 𝐄𝐍𝐉𝐎𝐘 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒!▶ If you enjoy this video, please like it and share it. ▶ Don't forget to subscribe to this channel for more updates. ▶ Subscribe now: Teachers to Travelers Channel⚡️ 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐔𝐒:▶Facebook: / teacherstotravelers ▶ instragram: / teacherstotravelers ▶Tiktok : / teachers.to.traverlers ▶Email: jerrod@teacherstotravelers.com 🎬 𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐎𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎𝐒:▶ • Luxury and Adventure at Sandals Grand... ▶ • Endless Horizons: Paul Neville’s Secr... ▶ • Exploring America's Culinary Landscape... ⚠️ 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐌𝐄𝐑: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. do your own research.✖️ 𝐂𝐎𝐏𝐘𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄: This video and my YouTube channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are property of "Teachers to Travelers Channel" You are authorized to share the video link and channel and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to my YouTube Channel is provided© Teachers to Travelers Channel ▶ 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐒:- #TravelPodcast#TravelTips#BudgetTravel#TravelStories#LanguageLearning #TravelPodcast #CulturalImmersion #TeachersToTravelers #SpeakLanguageCenter #TravelTips #LanguageForTravel #LearnLanguages #ChristinaBall #HumanConnection🔔 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more travel insights!

Las Vegas 2024: New Hotels, Attractions & Nightlife Review | Las Vegas Review 2024Discover the latest updates on Las Vegas in this episode of the Teachers to Travelers podcast! Host Jerrod Pickering welcomes Joel Peterson from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority to discuss the city's exciting transformations. From luxury hotels like Fontainebleau to the innovative Vegas Loop transportation system, Las Vegas is constantly evolving.Find out how Las Vegas is becoming a major sports hub, with new franchises joining the city's lineup. Explore the shifting culinary scene from buffets to upscale food halls, and experience the one-of-a-kind entertainment at The Sphere. Plus, we dive into the growing trend of speakeasies and the vibrant nightlife scene.Whether you're planning a Las Vegas vacation or just curious about what's new in the city, this episode will give you all the insider insights. Las Vegas offers unforgettable experiences beyond gaming—plan your trip today!Contact the Host for your unforgettable Vegas Getaway!Jerrod Pickering806.241.8007jerrod@foerstertravel.comChapters00:00 Welcome Back to Las Vegas01:16 New Hotels and Attractions05:04 Transportation Innovations in Vegas 07:34 Sports Expansion in Las Vegas10:56 Evolving Culinary Scene16:08 The Sphere Experience23:05 Nightlife and Speakeasies27:33 Final Thoughts on Vegas𝐈 𝐇𝐎𝐏𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐆𝐔𝐘𝐒 𝐄𝐍𝐉𝐎𝐘 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒!▶ If you enjoy this video, please like it and share it. ▶ Don't forget to subscribe to this channel for more updates. ▶ Subscribe now: Teachers to Travelers Channel⚡️ 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐔𝐒:▶Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teacherstotravelers▶ instragram: https://www.instagram.com/teacherstotravelers/▶Tiktok :https://www.tiktok.com/@teachers.to.traverlers▶Email: jerrod@teacherstotravelers.com 🎬 𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐎𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎𝐒:▶ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqOaoXVdagQ&t=932s&pp=0gcJCb8Ag7Wk3p_U▶ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oWr_rXWZa4&t=4s▶ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7rxri-RWpk&pp=0gcJCb8Ag7Wk3p_U⚠️ 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐌𝐄𝐑: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. do your own research.✖️ 𝐂𝐎𝐏𝐘𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄: This video and my YouTube channel contain dialogue, music, and image that are property of "Teachers to Travelers Channel" You are authorized to share the video link and channel and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to my YouTube Channel is provided© Teachers to Travelers Channel ▶ 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐒:- #LasVegas #Vegas2024 #TravelPodcast #VegasNightlife #TheSphere #LuxuryHotels #VegasDining #SportsInVegas #VegasAttractions #VegasTravel🔔 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more travel insights!

Overview

In this episode of the Teachers to Travelers podcast, host Jerrod Pickering shares the first part of his personal journey into medical tourism as he prepares for a gastric sleeve surgery in Tijuana, Mexico. He discusses the challenges he faced with weight loss, the limitations of American healthcare, and the extensive research he conducted on the Pompeii Bariatric Center. Jerrod also outlines his pre-operative preparations, including dietary changes, and emphasizes the importance of this journey for his health and family.

Takeaways

• Medical tourism is a growing trend with 1.8 million Americans seeking treatment abroad.

• Jerrod's weight loss journey began over a year ago due to health concerns.
• Insurance often does not cover procedures like gastric sleeve surgery in the U.S.
• Researching medical facilities abroad can alleviate fears about safety and quality.
• The Pompeii Bariatric Center in Tijuana has a strong reputation and support network.
• Pre-operative diets are crucial for preparing the body for surgery.
• Jerrod's journey is not just about aesthetics but about health and longevity.
• Traveling for medical procedures can be a viable option for many.
• The importance of having a support system during health journeys.
• Jerrod plans to document his entire experience, including post-operative recovery.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Medical Tourism

01:49 Personal Journey and Health Challenges

05:38 Exploring Surgical Options

08:44 Researching the Pompeii Bariatric Center

11:33 Pre-Operative Preparations and Diet

15:44 Conclusion and Future Episodes

Keywords

medical tourism, weight loss, bariatric surgery, health journey, travel tips, Tijuana, Pompeii Bariatric Center, pre-operative diet, healthcare options, travel agent

Contact Info:

Travel Related Questions: Jerrod@foerstertravel.com

Show Related Questions: jerrod@teacherstotravelers.com

Call/Text: 806.241.8007

Pompeii Surgical Center- https://www.pompeiisurgical.com/

Summary

In this episode of the Teachers to Travelers podcast, host Jerrod Pickering interviews Carmen Furlow about her recent trip to Sandals Grand St. Lucia. Carmen shares her experiences from arrival to departure, highlighting the luxurious accommodations, exceptional service, culinary delights, and exciting excursions. The conversation provides insights into the overall travel experience, making it a valuable resource for anyone considering a trip to St. Lucia or a stay at Sandals.

Takeaways

• Carmen described her trip to St. Lucia as magical.

• The private helicopter transfer was a highlight of the trip.
• The butler service at Sandals was exceptional and attentive.
• Carmen enjoyed the variety of dining options available at the resort.
• The hibachi restaurant provided a memorable dining experience.
• The undersea trek excursion was a unique adventure.
• Carmen appreciated the organized activities at the resort.
• The e-bike tour offered a fun way to explore the island.
• Independence Day celebrations in St. Lucia were enjoyable and well-organized.
• Carmen would consider returning to another Sandals resort in the future.

Keywords

St. Lucia, Sandals Grand, travel experiences, luxury resorts, culinary adventures, excursions, travel tips, Caribbean travel, honeymoon, travel podcast

Sandals Link

https://www.sandals.com/?referral=149544&agentid=JEPI0408

Island Routes Excursions: https://www.islandroutes.com/

Show Contact

Jerrod Pickering

jerrod@teacherstotravelers.com

806.241.8007

Episode Description:
In this episode ofTeachers to Travelers, hostJerrod Pickering welcomesPaul Neville, an experienced traveler who has exploredover 120 countries—from backpacking on a tight budget to working as a diplomat and traveling with his family.

Paul shares hisunique travel evolution, from his first international trip to London at 17 tobackpacking across Europe, joining thePeace Corps in Tonga, and ultimatelyturning his love for travel into a career with the U.S. Foreign Service. He discusses thedifferences between solo and family travel, his favorite destinations at different life stages, and histop tips for safe and budget-friendly adventures.

📍Key Topics Covered:
🌍 How a simple trip to London sparked Paul’s lifelong travel obsession
🧳 Budget backpacking strategies & how he traveled the world for a year
🇹🇴 Life-changing experiences in Tonga with the Peace Corps
👨‍👩‍👦 How travel changes when you have kids
🛫 His most surprising destination (hint: it wasn’t what he expected!)
⚠️ Travel safety myths & real-life experiences navigating risk
📚 His bookEndless Horizons and how it inspires others to explore

Paul’s journey is an inspiring testament to thepower of travel—whether you're a solo explorer, a budget backpacker, or a family traveler looking for new experiences. If you’ve ever dreamed of traveling more, this episode is packed withpractical tips and motivation to just go for it!

🎧Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and more!

Paul's Book-https://amzn.to/3QdlFV1

Host Info

Jerrod Pickering

Travel Info- jerrod@foerstertravel.com

Show Info- jerrod@teacherstotravelers.com

806.241.8007

Summary

In this episode of the Teachers to Travelers podcast, host Jerrod Pickering and tattoo artist Tray Calderon explore the intersection of travel and tattoos. They discuss the cultural significance of tattoos around the world, the reasons people travel to get tattooed, and how to find the right tattoo artist when abroad. The conversation highlights the evolving tattoo landscape influenced by social media and the personal stories behind travel-related tattoos.

Takeaways

Tattoos have deep cultural meanings in various societies.

Traveling for tattoos allows for authentic experiences.

Research is crucial when choosing a tattoo artist abroad.

Social media has broadened the exposure to different tattoo styles.

Travel tattoos serve as personal memorabilia of experiences.

Tattoo artists often have unique perspectives and backgrounds.

Cultural traditions influence tattoo designs and meanings.

Traveling can inspire new tattoo ideas and styles.

Listening to tattoo artists can enhance the tattoo experience.

Tattoos can be a form of storytelling about one's journey.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:19 Exploring Travel Through Tattoos

02:21 Cultural Significance of Tattoos

06:25 The Journey of Getting Tattooed

11:58 Finding the Right Tattoo Artist

17:41 Traveling for Tattoos: A Unique Experience

23:30 Closing Credits

Keywords

travel, tattoos, cultural significance, tattoo artists, travel experiences, tattoo styles, global tattoo culture, travel tips, tattoo safety, tattoo community

Guest Contact Info:

Tray Calderon- blackdoorstudiolbk@gmail.com

Black Door Studio Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/blackdoorstudioLBK

Host Contact Info:

Jerrod Pickering

Travel Questions: jerrod@foerstertravel.com

Show Questions: jerrod@teacherstotravelers.com

Summary

In this episode of the Teachers to Travelers podcast, host Jerrod Pickering speaks with Chef Otto Borsich about his culinary journey and the evolution of American cuisine. They explore the rich tapestry of regional foods across the United States, the influence of immigrant cultures, and the unique culinary offerings of Hawaii. The conversation also touches on the importance of wine pairings, the fusion of culinary traditions, and Chef Otto's charitable work in the food industry.

Takeaways

Chef Otto knew he wanted to be a chef from a young age.

American cuisine is a melting pot of various cultures.

Regional differences in cuisine reflect local ingredients and traditions.

Fusion cuisine is a natural evolution of culinary practices.

Hawaii offers unique culinary experiences influenced by its culture.

Traveling through food can be a rich and educational experience.

Charity work in the culinary world is vital for community support.

Understanding food history enriches the dining experience.

Culinary traditions are constantly evolving and adapting.

Keywords

culinary travel, American cuisine, regional food, chef interviews, food history, wine pairing, travel tips, cultural cuisine, food fusion, charity in food

Guest Info

Chef Otto's Website-https://chefotto.net/

A link to his book, "A Chef is Born"https://amzn.to/3Et4xrM

Host Info

Jerrod Pickering

Questions About the Show- jerrod@teacherstotravelers.com

Questions About Travel- jerrod@foerstertravel.com

806.241.8007