Episodes

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Visiting Washington, DC should be a fun and enjoyable experience for everyone. In this episode, we're talking about tips for travelers with disabilities or those who need accommodations. We'll cover everything from how to choose a hotel, public transportation, and how to get around, to the best way to navigate the major tourist sites in the nation's capital. Joining this conversation are Kelsey Ibach and Jenny Burke. They are the co-founders of The Inclusive Traveler, an accessibility-focused travel community that spreads awareness, encourages others to travel, and promotes an accessible future. At the end of the episode, we chat about what we can all do to make travel more enjoyable for everyone.
Full show notes are available on the Trip Hacks DC website.

Monday May 01, 2023
Tips for Visiting Washington DC in the Summer
Monday May 01, 2023
Monday May 01, 2023
Summer is the peak travel season in Washington, DC! In this episode, Rob will take you through all the essential information you need to know to make the most of your summer trip to DC. He will cover what to expect in terms of crowd levels, weather, and the special events, concerts, festivals, and sports that you won't want to miss. If you're planning a summer trip to Washington, DC, don't miss this episode full of practical advice and inspiration to help you make the most of your visit.
Full show notes are available on the Trip Hacks DC website.

Saturday Apr 01, 2023
Visiting Washington DC with Kids of All Ages
Saturday Apr 01, 2023
Saturday Apr 01, 2023
Washington, DC is a great family-friendly travel destination. In this episode, we're exploring the best of Washington, DC through the eyes of your kids, with the understanding that kids of different ages have very different interests! We'll cover activities tailored to toddlers, grade-schoolers, and teenagers alike. Rob is joined by guest Jennifer Liao of FamilyTripGuides, a local blog that is a wealth of information about things to do with kids in the DC area and beyond.
Full show notes are available on the Trip Hacks DC website.

Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
Staying Safe When You Visit Washington DC
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
When it comes to travel, safety should always be a top priority, and this applies just as much to Washington, DC as it does to any destination. However, navigating the topic of safety can be tricky and it's a topic that deserves an in-depth discussion. In this episode, Rob covers everything from how to minimize your risk of falling victim to crime to avoiding scams that could drain your wallet. He also offers insights on staying safe as a pedestrian or bicyclist, as well as tips for those looking to experience the city's nightlife during their visit.
Full show notes are available on the Trip Hacks DC website.

Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Explore Washington DC with a New Activity Book
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
One of the best things about Washington, DC is that there are so many amazing and iconic sites. But there are also a lot of incredible gems! Visitors to the Nation's Capital spend a lot of their time downtown and on the National Mall, but there is also a desire to explore behind Federal Washington. A new book helps locals and visitors participate in quests to discover new areas.
In this episode Rob welcomes Washington, DC based author JoAnn Hill back to the podcast. JoAnn is the author of the new book Washington, DC Scavenger: The Ultimate Search for Washington, DC's Hidden Treasures. She previously appeared on the podcast to discus her first book Secret Washington, DC: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure. You can follow JoAnn on Instagram.
Full show notes are available on the Trip Hacks DC website.

Sunday Jan 01, 2023
How Washington DC Tourism has Changed & Looking Ahead to 2023
Sunday Jan 01, 2023
Sunday Jan 01, 2023
Washington, DC tourism is different compared to pre-pandemic. But how different? What changed exactly? In this episode Rob walks through many of the ways that Washington, DC tourism has changed – from the best areas to stay, federal government site status, and restaurants closings. Then we’ll look ahead together to what’s to come in 2023. There are some exciting developments on the horizon but also an important political change that may disrupt travel plans and that you definitely want to know about.
View the full show notes from this episode on the Trip Hacks DC website.

Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
Explore These Washington DC Neighborhoods
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
Washington DC is a city of neighborhoods. There are actually over 100 neighborhoods in the nation's capital. The best itinerary for visitors is a mix of downtown federal government sites and local neighborhood experiences. In this episode you'll hear from Paige Muller, Chief Experience Officer of Curious Caravan, a custom trip planning service that curates one-of-a-kind adventures and itineraries for curious explorers seeking the unexpected in Washington, DC.
Full show notes are available on the Trip Hacks DC website.

Saturday Oct 01, 2022
Visiting Every Museum in Washington DC
Saturday Oct 01, 2022
Saturday Oct 01, 2022
Washington DC is a museum city. People who visit often have ambitions of visiting many of our museums, but the reality is there are far too many to check out on a single trip. In this episode you'll hear from Noelle Harada, a TikTok creator who set a goal in 2022 to visit every museum in Washington DC. She is documenting each museum visit with a video and review.
Full show notes are available on the Trip Hacks DC website.

Monday Aug 01, 2022
Women’s History Sites in Washington DC
Monday Aug 01, 2022
Monday Aug 01, 2022
A vast majority of historic sites in Washington DC are dedicated to men in history. When you visit you'll find huge monuments to presidents and military leaders and other men who made an impact on our country. Sites to American women exist but there are fewer of them and you need to know where to look.
In this episode you'll hear from Kaitlin Calogera & Rebecca Grawl, authors of the book 111 Places in Woman's History in Washington, DC That You Must Not Miss. Kaitlin and Rebecca are professional tour guides and entrepreneurs. The mission of their company A Tour of Her Own is to elevate women’s stories into a more prominent place in American history and culture.

Friday Jul 01, 2022
New York City Tour Guide Reviews Washington DC
Friday Jul 01, 2022
Friday Jul 01, 2022
Sometimes it's useful to get a new or different perspective. A fresh set of eyes can highlight things that locals don't notice because we live here and see the city every day. In this episode you'll hear from Megan Marod, a licensed New York City tour guide who has visited Washington, DC several times over the past year. She shares some of the things she learned from those trips and offers tips to help you prepare for an upcoming trip.
Full show notes for this episode are available on the Trip Hacks DC website.