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Sunshine Travelers Podcast

Scott and Melissa Barronton
Travel
Japan
Kenya
National Parks
Giza Pyramids
Van Life
Egyptian Museum
Egypt
Egyptian Civilization Museum
Safari
Iceland
Bucket List
Content Creation
Antarctica
Cairo
Local Cuisine
Safari Lodging
Kyoto
Tokyo
Marriott Mena House

Real Travel Tips, Bucket List Inspiration, and the Confidence to Book the Trip and Go! Ready to travel more and better? The Sunshine Travelers Podcast is your go-to travel podcast for real-world travel tips, inspiring stories, and expert guidance to help you plan extraordinary trips, with less stress and more joy. Hosted by real travelers Scott and Melissa Barronton, this podcast is built for midl... more

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Hong Kong was the final stop on our month-long journey through Asia, following our cruise from Hobart to Singapore. For Scott, it was a return after nearly 20 years. For Melissa, it was a first visit. What we both discovered was a city that felt surp... more

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In this episode we share that by only having 24 hours in Singapore puts you in “taste-test mode” — you’re not trying to do everything, you’re trying to feel the city. After disembarking from a cruise (with a few early-morning obstacles), we spent a f... more

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In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on how we’re thinking about travel in 2026. Not dates. Not spreadsheets. But mindset. We talk honestly about the tension so many travelers feel.

Do you slow down and stay longer in one place… or do you... more

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As 2025 comes to a close, we’re stepping back from individual destinations to reflect on how we traveled this year, and how that is starting to shift everything for us. From revisiting familiar places in new ways to discovering hidden regions, connec... more

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Seamus Gallagher
Owner of Ireland By Bike, based in Carrick, Donegal
Ireland By Bike
Episode: Episode 134 - Ireland’s Best-Kept Secret: Why Donegal Should Be on Your Travel List
Stephanie Yeargan
Avid explorer passionate about traveling and helping others plan memorable trips
Episode: Episode 122 - Planning a Trip to St Lucia? Travel Tips, Resorts & What Most Guides Don’t Tell You
Taylor Kiser
Culinary enthusiast and travel expert, part of the Culture Craving Couple
Culture Craving Couple
Episode: Episode 109 - From Madrid to Sicily: Foodie Travel Secrets with the Culture Craving Couple
Lauren McFadden
Representative from Macs Adventure North America
Macs Adventure
Episode: Episode 104 - Everything You Need to Know About Self-Guided Travel with Macs Adventure
Stephanie Barronton
Senior Director of the Office of the CEO at Habitat for Humanity International, team leader for the upcoming Habitat for Humanity trip to Paraguay
Habitat for Humanity International
Episode: Episode 97 - How to Travel With Purpose in 2025: Volunteer and Service Travel Trends
Kat Medina
Author of The Joys of Jet Lag, entrepreneur, and world traveler
Episode: Episode 95 - Nepal, South America, Europe and The Joys of Jet Lag with Kat Medina
Kathy Sandlin
Experienced traveler and friend of the hosts
Episode: Episode 93 - What You Need to Know When Planning a Cruise to Antarctica & Why You Should Come With Us
Katie Roy
Co-creator of Katie and Joe on the Go, passionate about travel and content creation.
Katie and Joe on the Go
Episode: Episode 89 - How to Turn Your Travel Dreams into Reality with @katieandjoeonthego
Joey Bertoni
Co-creator of Katie and Joe on the Go, loves to share travel adventures and insights.
Katie and Joe on the Go
Episode: Episode 89 - How to Turn Your Travel Dreams into Reality with @katieandjoeonthego

Host

Scott and Melissa Barronton
Co-hosts and experienced travelers who share personal anecdotes and travel tips for midlife travelers seeking memorable journeys. They launch discussions on travel planning, destination guides, and practical advice drawing from their adventures around the globe.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Always great info!

    I love the information Scott and Melissa share! It’s always through, detailed and so helpful. I feel like we’re sitting together chatting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ginny B24
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Podcast!

    I found this podcast on accident while looking for podcasts that review France overall. I love it. I have made new additions to my bucket list and never realized I wanted to visit Amelia Island!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TravelBug7896
    United States4 months ago
  • “Best Podcasters Ever!”

    The podcast is so good! You guys are the best podcasters ever.

    - Palmer, 5

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thebeachpeople
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great travel show

    Scott and Melissa give such great detail into the destination and their trips it really makes you feel like you are there with them! They inspired me to want to visit Amelia Island and a ton of other places in the Caribbean! I like that they bring two different perspectives and personalities to the show and they have great on air chemistry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lushdeez
    United States2 years ago
  • This is the best travel podcast I’ve ever listened to!

    Scott and Melissa’s Sunshine Travelers Podcast is without doubt one of the best travel casts I have ever listened to.

    Some podcasts are too technical, some are too cost focused, some are too instructional. Sunshine Travelers is like Goldilocks and the 3 Bears: It’s just right! It is balanced, it’s not trying to sell you anything, it’s just experience, and what they like - and don’t.

    Episode 59 (Amelia Island) is my favorite episode so far. Of course I knew about the Amelia Island Classic Car Co... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chofi Geoff
    United States2 years ago

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Audience feedback highlights the engaging on-air chemistry between the hosts, which enhances the listening experience and keeps them returning for more travel insights.
The travel tips provided are seen as exceptionally helpful, inspiring listeners to expand their travel aspirations and plan trips they might not have previously considered.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' thorough and detailed information sharing, often feeling as if they are having a personal conversation with Scott and Melissa.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 112 - Part 4 - Umbria Italy: Walking with MACS Adventure - Assisi
Q: Could you go another day? Could you walk another day?
Yes, I could do another day. There's a little town down the hill that may be interesting to hike to.
Episode 117 - Aisle or Window Seat? See If You Agree With Our Hot Takes on Travel
Q: Would you rather eat at the airport or wait to find food after landing?
Eating at the airport is a better option to avoid hunger while waiting on delayed flights.
Episode 117 - Aisle or Window Seat? See If You Agree With Our Hot Takes on Travel
Q: Is it better to pack early or shove stuff in a bag as you head out the door?
Packing early allows for better organization and less likelihood of overpacking.
Episode 116 - Travel with Purpose: Building Hope in Paraguay
Q: What surprised you most about Paraguay?
Melissa was surprised by the modern and trendy aspects of Paraguay, contrasting with typical perceptions of developing nations.
Episode 116 - Travel with Purpose: Building Hope in Paraguay
Q: Why Paraguay?
Melissa's sister, Stephanie, who works for Habitat for Humanity International, organized the trip as part of their Global Village initiative.

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Focused on providing real travel tips, inspiration, and confidence for midlife travelers, this show offers insights for listeners aiming to elevate their travel experiences. Scott and Melissa Barronton, the hosts, share their expertise, including bucket list destination guides and practical tips on packing, planning, and maximizing points and miles for stress-free journey planning. Through interviews with seasoned travelers and accessible travel hacks, episodes cover a wide array of destinations like Italy, Iceland, and South Africa, ensuring that each listener finds valuable advice for their travels. Unique features include curated itineraries that highlight hidden gems to avoid overtourism, making travel more meaningful and memorable.

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Recent guests on Sunshine Travelers Podcast include:

1. Seamus Gallagher
2. Stephanie Yeargan
3. Taylor Kiser
4. Lauren McFadden
5. Stephanie Barronton
6. Kat Medina
7. Kathy Sandlin
8. Katie Roy

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