Time Stamped Show Notes:
0:24 – Intro (Steampunk Girl by John Anealio)
Host Introduction; Gail Carriger and Piper J Drake
1:06 – Gail visits Piper J in Seattle for a local signing
1:33 – PodCon!
2:17 – All the food. Place Pigalle, Storyville, and more!
3:48 – Dealing with TSA shutdowns
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Main Topic – Returning
6:59 – Identifying “worthwhile returns”
7:19 – Piper => Thailand; Travel has changed significantly
9:20 – Intentionally packing “unmentionables” on top of checked bags as a deterrent
10:28 – Piper’s things to do differently:
- pay to have laundry done
- bring a light jacket (for inside)
- carry on only (interchangeable clothes)
- seek out brand new experiences (Elephant Reserve)
- find and hoard old childhood favorites
17:58 – Gail’s romanticized return destinations:
- don’t be sick while there (Lake Como, Italy)
- for food! (Singapore)
- get a rialita (Hawaii)
- eat more localised comfort food, that aren’t available elsewhere (Cusco, Peru <- Alpaca, Llama, etc)
In general, be more adventurous with food eating and focus on local tastes that are difficult to find back home – Experiment!
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Gadgets!
30:26 – The ladies discuss dream gadgets they’re still searching for
Gail – Need the perfect: neck pillow & carry on computer tote
Piper – Weekender bag
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36:40 – Outro and thanks to: Producer Matt
Special thanks to Jordan for editing this episode!
Thanks for listening; Travel smart and pack the snacks!
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