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DC Hidden Gems
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Our philosophy is to "travel wide" meaning all over the world, but also to "travel deep" which means we typically spend a month or more at a destination to get to know the culture. We are Chris and Michael, a gay couple who live in Washington DC. We retired early (as a clinical psychologist and a business executive) to enjoy slow travel.
You will see playlists called destination “collections” and “series” on our channel. You can binge these from start to finish which allows you to immerse yourself in a location and learn what it’s really like to explore there.
Our channel also contains playlists called “selects.” These group specific videos that cover popular travel related topics like travel tips, cruising, finances, or the psychology of travel.
We lean towards more affordable luxury travel experiences (although much harder to budget these days) and hope to one day be among the best RUclips travel channels. Let's share travel experiences together.
You will see playlists called destination “collections” and “series” on our channel. You can binge these from start to finish which allows you to immerse yourself in a location and learn what it’s really like to explore there.
Our channel also contains playlists called “selects.” These group specific videos that cover popular travel related topics like travel tips, cruising, finances, or the psychology of travel.
We lean towards more affordable luxury travel experiences (although much harder to budget these days) and hope to one day be among the best RUclips travel channels. Let's share travel experiences together.
Barcelona vs Madrid Travel | Which is Best City to Visit?
Barcelona vs Madrid, which is better to visit? In this Spain travel guide & vlog we debate the best places to visit in Spain and weigh the pros and cons in choosing between Barcelona vs Madrid travel. We cover multiple areas from first impressions, the vibe, the food, and more.
📚 RECOMMENDED READING:
Barcelona Travel Guide: Top 20 & Things to Know Before
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Lonely Planet Madrid Travel Guide
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🎫 RECOMMENDED TRAVEL EXPERIENCES/TOURS:
Hola Barcelona Public Transport Travel Card
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Madrid: City Walking Tour & Royal Palace
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🗺️ FREE CITY MAP: Need help planning your next trip to this destination? In addition to viewing our full destination series for...
📚 RECOMMENDED READING:
Barcelona Travel Guide: Top 20 & Things to Know Before
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Lonely Planet Madrid Travel Guide
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🎫 RECOMMENDED TRAVEL EXPERIENCES/TOURS:
Hola Barcelona Public Transport Travel Card
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Madrid: City Walking Tour & Royal Palace
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🗺️ FREE CITY MAP: Need help planning your next trip to this destination? In addition to viewing our full destination series for...
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Affordable Luxury in Barcelona: Live La Vida Local
Просмотров 16421 день назад
How much would it cost for retirement slow travel for a month in Barcelona Spain on an affordable luxury budget? We provide a travel cost breakdown vlog on all major categories including flights to spain, dining, groceries, transportation, experiences / entertainment, and give you the total cost along with valuable travel tips for planning your own trip. Cost of Living for Barcelona www.numbeo....
Meditative 360° VR Video Tour of Sagrada Familia Barcelona
Просмотров 103Месяц назад
In this Barcelona travel vlog we bring you a meditative walking tour in 4k 360° VR video of Barcelona's Sagrada Familia Cathedral by Antoni Gaudi that is done with 360 video and can be viewed in VR. *Click on the RUclips Gear on the video to increase your resolution from auto settings. 📚 RECOMMENDED READING: Barcelona Travel Guide: Top 20 & Things to Know Before amzn.to/3S8F1wr 🎫 RECOMMENDED TR...
Unlock Barcelona's Magic: Travel Guide of BEST Things to Do
Просмотров 330Месяц назад
In this Barcelona Spain travel guide we are going to provide you with all the travel guide tips you need to know and must do for your next visit to Barcelona and top things to do in Barcelona. We will provide the best Barcelona travel tips and give you a complete Barcelona travel guide for your upcoming visit. We are going to provide you with a healthy mix of activities, that not only include m...
Escape Barcelona to Catalonia Day Trips by Train
Просмотров 3092 месяца назад
In this Barcelona Spain vlog we are going to show you how we escaped the hordes of tourists and took day trips by train throughout Catalonia including Sitges, Tarragona, and Girona. Barcelona Line Maps www.renfe.com/es/en/suburban/rodalies-catalunya/maps Regional Train Timetables (typically buy tickets at the station) rodalies.gencat.cat/en/horaris/index.html Spanish Railway Renfre Tickets for ...
Is Viking Cruises Selling Out to Pay Its Debt? IPO!
Просмотров 3 тыс.2 месяца назад
In this Viking Cruises vlog we discuss the recent news that Viking is confidentially considering going from private ownership under Torstein Hagen to a publicly traded company through an IPO (Initial Public Offering); there are thoughts that this is in response to the massive debt accumulated from the COVID pandemic shutdown. As cruise enthusiasts ourselves we discuss what this could mean for t...
Your Barcelona Art Pilgrimage In Search of Picasso
Просмотров 782 месяца назад
In this Barcelona art museum travel vlog we're on an artistic pilgrimage to learn about the man who reshaped the world of art in Barcelona: Pablo Picasso. We learn how this vibrant city shaped his artistic evolution. We are going to use the Barcelona Art Pass to visit the National Art Museum of Catalonia, Joan Miró Foundation Museum, MACBA Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Picasso M...
See Gaudi's Barcelona! A Feast for the Senses & the Soul
Просмотров 1502 месяца назад
In this Barcelona travel vlog and walking tour we went in search of the eccentric but genius Antoni Gaudí and his amazing architecture in Barcelona during our month-long slow travel stay in the city. We will visit three of his creations including a walk through Park Guell, a visit inside Casa Batllo and go inside La Sagrada Familia including inside the tower and tell you the unusual story of ho...
Can U ESCAPE Barcelona Crowds & Discover the City's Rhythm?
Просмотров 1113 месяца назад
In this Barcelona travel guide and vlog are going to try to find the hidden gems, the real Barcelona culture, unique architecture, and local concerts that'll make look at Barcelona differently. As beloved as it is, Barcelona has recently suffered from overtourism, so is it still possible to go beyond your typical tourist traps? Luxury Barcelona Airbnb www.airbnb.com/rooms/23759457?guests=1&adul...
Siesta in Style: Unmasking Affordable Luxury in Madrid Spain
Просмотров 1903 месяца назад
How much would it cost for retirement slow travel for a month in Madrid Spain on an affordable luxury budget? We provide a travel cost breakdown vlog on all major categories including flights to spain, dining, groceries, transportation, experiences / entertainment, and give you the total cost along with valuable tips for planning your own trip. Cost of Living in Madrid www.numbeo.com/cost-of-li...
Meditative 360° VR Video Walking Tour of Madrid
Просмотров 1223 месяца назад
In this Madrid travel vlog we bring you a meditative walking tour in 4k 360° VR video of Madrid that includes 360 video from Plaza Mayor, Mercado San Miguel, Retiro Park, and the Royal Palace Changing of the Guard. *Click on the RUclips Gear on the video to increase your resolution from auto settings. 📚 RECOMMENDED READING: Lonely Planet Madrid Travel Guide amzn.to/47L0Uqj 🎫 RECOMMENDED TRAVEL ...
Conquering Madrid: Your COMPLETE Gameplan for an EPIC Trip!
Просмотров 1814 месяца назад
Want to know what to do in Madrid and what to see in Madrid? In this Madrid travel vlog and Madrid travel guide we are going to provide you with all the travel guide tips you need to know for your next visit to Madrid and top things to do in Madrid. We will provide the best Madrid travel tips and give you a complete Madrid travel guide for your upcoming visit. We are going to provide you with a...
Be Spellbound in Spain: Cuenca & Enchanted City Day Trip
Просмотров 1244 месяца назад
Madrid has been an incredible place to visit, but we're escaping the city for a Madrid day trip to 3 incredible locations - the Devil’s Window (Ventano del Diablo), the Enchanted City (Ciudad Encantada), and the hanging houses (Casas Colgadas) of Cuenca. 📚 RECOMMENDED READING: Lonely Planet Madrid Travel Guide amzn.to/47L0Uqj 🎫 RECOMMENDED TRAVEL EXPERIENCE/TOUR: Madrid Day Trip to Cuenca and T...
Explore Madrid’s Parks that Started as Royal Playgrounds
Просмотров 684 месяца назад
Madrid parks! In this Madrid travel vlog we are taking you on a journey with us through the Madrid parks and gardens, including the Madrid Royal Botanical Gardens, Buen Retiro Park with it's lake and glass Crystal Palace, and finally the Casa de Campo and it's trails and lakes. Did you know that these beautiful green spaces were once ONLY the private playgrounds of Kings and Queens! We will tel...
See Art in Madrid & How Miss Spain 1961 Changed It All
Просмотров 914 месяца назад
See Art in Madrid & How Miss Spain 1961 Changed It All
Witness History at Madrid Palace & Changing of the Guard
Просмотров 2085 месяцев назад
Witness History at Madrid Palace & Changing of the Guard
Discover the Story of Madrid through Its History Museums
Просмотров 1725 месяцев назад
Discover the Story of Madrid through Its History Museums
Explore Europe's Best-Kept Secret - Madrid...See It in 2024
Просмотров 1 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Explore Europe's Best-Kept Secret - Madrid...See It in 2024
360° Video - National Christmas Tree 2023 Washington DC
Просмотров 826 месяцев назад
360° Video - National Christmas Tree 2023 Washington DC
ESSENTIAL Montreal Canada City Tour | Best Tourist Attractions
Просмотров 5317 месяцев назад
ESSENTIAL Montreal Canada City Tour | Best Tourist Attractions
Finding Peace & Breathtaking Views | Big Buddha of Phuket Thailand
Просмотров 677 месяцев назад
Finding Peace & Breathtaking Views | Big Buddha of Phuket Thailand
Exploring a Phuket Buddhist Monastery | Wat Nai Harn
Просмотров 1167 месяцев назад
Exploring a Phuket Buddhist Monastery | Wat Nai Harn
Indulge Yourself at Nai Harn Luxury Resort & Beach Phuket
Просмотров 4407 месяцев назад
Indulge Yourself at Nai Harn Luxury Resort & Beach Phuket
BEST of Bangkok | by Private Tour Guide!
Просмотров 5217 месяцев назад
BEST of Bangkok | by Private Tour Guide!
First Impressions of Kuala Lumpur Malaysia | The Heat is On
Просмотров 5 тыс.8 месяцев назад
First Impressions of Kuala Lumpur Malaysia | The Heat is On
First Impressions of JAKARTA Indonesia | Cultural Surprises!
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.8 месяцев назад
First Impressions of JAKARTA Indonesia | Cultural Surprises!
First Impressions of Singapore | Can We Ever Come Back Here
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.8 месяцев назад
First Impressions of Singapore | Can We Ever Come Back Here
1 MONTH Asia Viking Cruise | What’s it Like & Is it Worth It
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1 MONTH Asia Viking Cruise | What’s it Like & Is it Worth It
What is the cost of a third
Hey! Thanks for question. It’s been a few years, so you’d need to ask the company. We paid about $300 US per person, I believe. You considering it?!
The "secret sauce"...exactly why we stopped cruising with Princess after 35+ cruises. After the restart, they took away almost all of the perks that Elites get, the stock has tanked and hasn't come anywhere close to what we paid for it, they sold off all of the small ships (our preference) and the food is now nothing like it was. We've booked a Viking Ocean cruise and have our fingers crossed.
Just loved your vedio!
this has NO Egyption vibe AT ALL. I think this is so sad.
So sorry you didn’t like it. The purpose of the video was to showcase the ship. But you should definitely see the adjacent video series on the Egyptian adventure itself. You can see everything from crawling inside King Tut’s tomb to scaling the great pyramid. Try that!
Best cruse video ever
Hey! What a wonderful comment to get. Thank you so much! Glad you’re coming along with us:). You just made our day. Where are you heading next?
We loved Madrid. Can’t wait to check out Barcelona in October. Thanks for the comparisons.
Hey Erin! Thanks as always. You’re going to love Barcelona too, and October is great time. Always appreciate your support and see you soon , we hope!:)
Seems like an awful lot of work. Every 6 months you leave and come back.
Not sure, but there might be a misunderstanding. We pursued residency exactly so we don’t have to leave and come back. But yes you may be referring to others who need to do that. That would indeed be time and resource consuming l
I've read Malaysia is not the best place for gays to travel. Thoughts?
Well unfortunately in Malaysia, LGBTQ+ people face extreme difficulty. Malaysia has anti-gay laws, and there are harsh views being pushed by increasing conservative Islamic and Christian groups. Raids and murders have been known to happen and there are censorship laws. As a whole, Malaysia remains a very conservative society, and couples of any orientation really should avoid kissing and putting their arms around each other in public. With that being said, folks were extremely kind and welcoming to us. We would appreciate other thoughts from actual locals.
Very informative, gentlemen. Loved that you spent a longer period in Barcelona.
Terrific video! Love Barcelona and LOVE affordable luxury which you guys always achieve with aplomb!
Thanks so much! We love it, too! Don’t you love the affordable luxury way of traveling? It’s really fun to get out there and mix up your experiences this way. See you out there!
We’re headed to Barcelona at the end of October to catch a cruise.I hope the crowds and prices are down that time of year. Train travel is great in Spain.
Hey, Erin! Fun! Where are you going? We will be there in November. Wish we could’ve met up. It’s a great time to be there. Enjoy!
Thanks, thats really great information. Hoping to go there in the next 12 months after i have saved some more! 😊
Hey! Thanks for coming along with us! Hope you love it! We had so much fun. Get ready for some long flights and let us hear from you!
There is a loop hole just apply for a visa every 180 days for only 40 bucks and you be just fine living in Mexico millions of Americans are doing the same don't waste your money and time on immigration resendents because Mexico doesn't enforse the law just look at all the migrants they welcome in they are cool for you to live there because they know your spending money on there economy.
We want to follow the law, but thanks for sharing your experience.
Don't listen to this guy he just wasted all that money for nothing I been living in Mexico for over 20 years and plus millions of other Americans living in Mexico also they never pay for resendents because Mexico doesn't forse the law as long your not causing trouble you be just fine.
Again, we want to follow the law and know going around the rules happens, but we are glad to be official and recommend that others do, too.
Sucker
You guys are suckers you spent all that money on resendents but all you need in Mexico is just passport and visa that is good for every 180 days for only 40 bucks Mexico doesn't forse the immigration law they love when Americans live there .
Millions of Americans live in Mexico and they don't have permanent resendents your just being scam if you try to get one .
Our opinion is disregarding the law isn’t the best way to go, and following the rules of Mexico isn’t a scam.
Mexico lets in all the migrants in from central and South America they don't give a dam about pepper work
See previous comments.
Mexico doesn't forse the law about living there I been living in Mexico for over 20 years never had a problem Mexico doesn't forse the law because they know we spend money there all you need is a passport and your just fine .
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I remember before I retired, people told me it would take 6 months to get used to it. It’s taken me almost 10 years to become comfortable with being retired both financially and intellectually. But now that I have accepted it, it’s the best!
Hey! It is a big change, but ultimately a great one. So glad you’re enjoying it. What got you there after so long, just time? Glad you’re coming along with us!
I have Viking ancestors - we rowed all the way!
Ha! Bet they had some strong arms:). Glad you’re coming along with us!
Oh my gosh! I had no idea that I could move my iPad to get the benefit of the 360 degree camera! So cool inside!
Hey Erin!! Yes, it’s cool, isn’t it?? It was really best capturing the inside with the 360. Where are you now?!
I like the prisons in Indonesia.
You speak from experience?!
Its called palestine not israel
Good to know. Thanks.
is he by gerard butler if yes tell him i say hi and i love him
Ha!! Will do!!:). Thanks for coming along with us!!
You got that right!
Thanks for the comment and coming along with us!
I agree about getting good shoes for cobblestone streets - What brand “more stable shoe” did you end up buying?
Hey!! Thanks for the comment and coming along with us! We wound up getting a couple pairs of Hoka’s. We got the Bondi for most of the time and SR for wet or more uneven surfaces. See you out there!!!
Awesome video! Do you have to do the guided tour to access the auditorium or can you access it on your own without a guide?
Thanks! Glad you’re coming along with us. No, you don’t have to do a guided tour and can access it in your own. We did that ourselves and got the audio guide, which we enjoyed a lot. Have fun!!
Thank you for the great tips!
Hey, Erin!! Thanks as always. Where in the world are you now?!
Is it safe to go there after Russian proxy - Hamas - has attacked Israel to divert attention from and aid to Ukraine? Hi from Russia
It’s a fluid situation there, so we are unable to assess it.
Beautiful!! Thanks for the travel trips and taking us with you❤
Hey!! Thank you, D!!! We hope to see you soon!!:)
I loved this video. I am going to take your advice and book an inside cabin for my January 2025 cruise. I usually book ocean view or balcony. Thanks for sharing such great money saving tips!! 😊
Hey!! Thanks for the comment and coming along! We’d love to hear how your trip goes. It’s really been a great option for us, and while sometimes it saves more than other times, we always give it a look. We recently booked a cruise where the balcony was only slightly more expensive, so we took it, but we barely used the balcony at all. The light and air were nice, but we’d have been fine if inside was a big savings. Let us know!!!
30 years ago we went on a Nile cruise and it was great all the stop offs were magical some of the things are now closed off to the public
Hey! Thanks for the comment and coming along:). That sounds like a really unique experience! We can only imagine all you saw 30 years ago. We loved the trip and left feeling we’d really seen such important and unique things, with so much left to see. So glad to have you join us!!
I hope they don't go public. I see Viking becoming like all the other cruise lines nickel and dimeing cruisers. I guess if that happens, I'm done with cruising.
Hey. Thanks for the reply and coming along with us. Well, it looks like it’s happening. We bet they won’t change their model, though, so we are hoping and believe they’ll not nickel and dime. They know they’ve got a good thing going, so we’ll stay tuned and let you know what we see.
As a cruise consumer, a 2024 Viking cruise may be better than usual as they get ready for their IPO?
Hey. Thanks for the comment and coming along. We love Viking so anytime is good for us:). That said, 24 cruises are pretty set and we presume most booked, so we don’t foresee any big differences this year. That said, we will keep an eye out and let you know what we find!:)
As a solo cruiser I won't sail Viking until they start considering reduced single supplements like other small ships like Oceania and Windstar
Hey. Thanks for the comment and coming along with us!! We’ve not done single supplement, but have spoken to others about the high cost. That’s a lot to deal with. Glad you’re seeing other good options out there. Which do you think is the best for solo travelers in this category of cruising?
He is clear and makes his subject easy to understand.
Hey! Thanks for the comment and coming along with us!! Glad you found value and hope you’ll check out our channel for more. Let us know what you would recommend we do better, as well, if you don’t mind. We love the feedback and it’s much appreciated!!:)
This is one of the most comprehensive breakdowns I've seen. Thank you for taking the time to make this video.
Hey! You just made our day!! Thanks so much. That means a lot coming from you! We love your work and really appreciate the comment. We’d also love feedback on what we can do better. Congrats on your success and thanks again for the good words!! M and C
Loved this video. Imagine being that talented at 15. Learned so much!
Hey Mary! Thank you!!:). Yes, can you imagine having that kind of talent as a young person?! We’d say he wound up doing pretty well as an adult, too!!:). Thanks again!!!!
Barcelona no es País .El país es España .
No teníamos idea de que dijimos que era un país. Lo siento mucho. hablamos mal. Espero que hayas disfrutado el video de lo contrario.
No offense to your video content but Scammers are sending people to like these videos from telegram and stealing money from individuals hiding behind partnerships with RUclips and Google merchants.
This is so helpful, thank you! We've noticed an influx every now and again on this video, but fortunately RUclips has been great to immediately remove them. We've been trying to figure out who they are though and why they keep trying this. Do you have any more information about this scheme? We would love your advice, like how they try to steal money. We don't see them commenting or anything and planting links. It's only been this one video. So far it seems harmless. Thank you!
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This brought back so many memories when I visited...it a must see nothing like seeing these historical places real time...Great commentary and video.
Hey!!! Thanks so much for your comments and coming along with us!! Glad we could help rekindle some great memories. We loved the trip and are so happy to share it with you. Much appreciated and see you out there!!!:)
A few questions, I suppose Cairo hotel is not included ? so in Cairo does the tour coach come to pick you up at your hotel ? How to meet up with the group since everyone is staying at different hotels? Is the Cairo-Luxor flight included ? What kind of airplane was that? I have some flying phobia 😅 thx
Hey! The Cairo hotel is included, as well as the transfers and the Cairo-Luxor flight. Pretty much everything is included in the tour. We flew regular coach on commercial airlines. It was all very easy and we were very comfortable. Everybody travels together as it’s all part of the package. Are you considering going?! We loved it!! Thanks for the question and coming along with us!!:)
Please, who is your financial manager ?
Hey. Thanks for coming along with us! We’ve used Chevy Chase Trust for years, but there are many good ones out there, depending on what you need, your location, what you want in terms of service levels, etc. We think a big part of what’s important is the planning process and sticking to your plan. Now that we’re retired we are so happy for all those years of planning and executing the plan.
It is not a Malay Lion. It is a Merlion, lion head and mermaid body.
Hey!! Thanks for the correction. We heard several different names but really appreciate your comment and for you coming along with us!!:)
Great info. I’m taking notes! We will be in Barcelona next October. I’m interested in your next video featuring the Madonna concert, my husband and I are going to see Dave Matthews in concert in Lisbon. Happy travels.
Hey Erin!! Thanks so much, as always!! Madonna dropped Friday:). You’ll love your tine in Barcelona. You two really are doing some great traveling. Are you home now?! Talk soon!!:)
Comfy ship
Hey! Thanks for the comment and coming along with us. It was VERY comfy:). And lots of room, too. We never felt crowded and loved all the space to relax. Thanks again!!!
Really great info, guys!
Thanks, guys! Loving yours, too!! Really enjoy your channel, too!! Where’s next?!
Venir a las Fallas de Valencia .Son Preciosas .
Hey, Jose! Thanks for the comment and coming along with us!:). We so appreciate the recommendation! Checking it out now for our next visit. Thank you!!!