Know Before You Go Travel Show

Know Before You Go Travel Show

By Penyak Travel Company

Grab a drink and join us as we take you around the world’s best resorts and vacation spots! On the Know Before You Go Travel Show, we share insider travel tips, resort reviews, and destination guides to help you make the most of your next getaway.
George Penyak and Janet Penyak are owners of Penyak Travel Company (and passionate travelers), we dive deep into everything from Caribbean all-inclusives and luxury resorts, to cruises, European escapes, domestic getaways (yes, even Vegas!), and so muc

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39:52

Before You Book Aruba… Listen to This First

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Vlog on Bucuti and Tara Resort: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_e9kylqRM7Q
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29:21

Aruba Bound! What to Expect at Bucuti & The Brand New Secrets Baby Beach

Ready to book your beach escape? Let us help you plan it!
We’re Sandals Certified Travel Advisors and booking through us costs you nothing extra — plus you get personalized service.

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1:02:02

Top 5 Sandals Resorts for Beach Lovers – You’ll Want to Be Here!

Ready to book your beach escape? Let us help you plan it!
We’re Sandals Certified Travel Advisors and booking through us costs you nothing extra — plus you get personalized service.

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58:42

Luxury for Less: Our Top 5 Budget-Friendly Sandals Resorts You’ll Love

🔗 Ready to book your dream trip? Let us help — it costs you nothing extra!
We’re Sandals Certified Travel Advisors and can help you plan every detail at no additional cost. 🏝 BOOK OR INQUIRE TODAY:
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44:24

Recording Live from Luxury: Atelier Playa Mujeres Update Episode

Enjoy this episode as we record it LIVE from one of our favorite resorts in all of Mexico, Atelier Playa Mujers!  We are here live and recorded this podcast mid-trip, alot has changed but the core of the resort is still the same!

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57:02

The Ultimate 2025 Travel Guide: Tips You Need to Know

In this episode, we’re diving into the best travel tips for 2025 to make your vacations smoother and more enjoyable! From airline travel hacks to destination planning advice and must-know travel insurance tips, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re a

34:46

Wow! These are the Best Holiday Travel Deals and Tips for 2024!

Enjoy this episode as we dive into all of our best holiday travel deals for 2024 AND our best holiday travel tips. Connect with us below:

For Travel Quotes: https://www.PenyakTravel.com/contact  

CLICK TO CALL: 1-800-674-3278  

📧Email:  Janet@Peny

41:23

Inside Look: Secrets St. Lucia’s Grand Opening

In this episode, we dive into the luxurious world of the brand-new Secrets St. Lucia Resort & Spa, opening in January 2025! Join us as we explore everything this stunning adults-only, all-inclusive resort has to offer. From its prime beachfront locat

48:26

Top Things to Consider when Selecting an All-Inclusive Resort

Enjoy this episode as we dive into our process for helping individual travelers select the right resort for them! 

Connect with us below!

For Travel Quotes: https://www.PenyakTravel.com/contact  

CLICK TO CALL: 1-800-674-3278  

📧Email:  Janet@Pen

1:11:03

Our Full Review of Our Stay at Hotel Xcaret in Cancun Mexico!

Wow!  THis resort is one of the most unique resorts we have ever been to.  We we're blown away by the amount of things to do here.  Enjoy this episode of our time at Hotel Xcaret in Cancun Mexico! 

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46:57

BIG News! Sandals Emerald Bay Closing, Converting Into Beaches Exuma!

Massive nwes out of Sandals Resort!  We break down our intial thoughts on the transition of this resort from Sandals Emerald Bay to Beaches Exuma! 

Connect with us below and scroll further for the offical Sandals Statement:

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23:46

Podcasting LIVE from Hotel Xcaret in Cancun Mexico!

WOW!  This resort is really impressing us!  It has been a long time coming for us to enjoy this family friendly all-inclusive resort.  Enjoy this podcast as we go through our inital thoughts on this resort!

For Travel Quotes: https://www.PenyakTrave

33:46

Hotel Xcaret Cancun Review and Big Sandals Travel News!

Big travel news breaking and we preview our upcoming trip to Hotel Xcaret!  

Enjoy this pod, review, like, follow, and share!  

For Travel Quotes: https://www.PenyakTravel.com/contact  

CLICK TO CALL: 1-800-674-3278  

📧Email:  Janet@PenyakTravel.

47:27

Our Top Budget Friendly All-Inclusive Resorts for Families!

Enjoy this episode as we break down our top budget-friendly all-inclusive resorts for families.  We cover options in Mexico, Dominican Republic, and a surprise destination!  

Enjoy and connect with us below! 

For Travel Quotes: https://www.PenyakTr

40:52

What To Do When A Hurricane Disrupts Your Travel Plans

On this episode we dive into some tips and advice on what to do if a storm or a hurricane disrupts your travel plans.  Hurricane Beryl is heading towards the Caribbean and we are monitoring it closely.  We hope you find all this advice helpful and co

40:11

Travel News, Tips & Travel Q&A From our YouTube Channel!

All the latest travel news and tips for June!  We also cover some Q&A from our YouTube channel!  Enjoy and connect with us below!

For Travel Quotes: https://www.PenyakTravel.com/contact  

CLICK TO CALL: 1-800-674-3278  

📧Email:  Janet@PenyakTravel

35:11

New Resorts Opening and Travel News Updates May 2024

Alot in the news to cover!  Marriott opening one of its first all-inclusives in Mexico, new resorts coming to Isla Mujeres, Turks & Caicos and more! 

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CLICK TO CALL: 1-800-674-3278  

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53:22

Our Favorite Family Friendly All-Inclusive Resorts for 2024!

Enjoy this episode as we cover our favorite all-inclusive resorts for families.  These family friendly resorts are top notch, delivering the best in service and food quality.  Enjoy the show and connect with us below! 

For Travel Quotes: https://www

33:16

We are LIVE at Sandals Newest Resort, Sandals Saint Vincent!

We are here at Sandals Saint Vincent, Sandals newest resort and we are pretty impressed by this amazing island and resort.  We share our initial thoughts.  Enjoy the episode! 

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46:20

Top Travel Tips for Traveling To Cancun Mexico

Enjoy this episode of our best tips for traveling to Mexico!  Connect with us below:

CLICK TO CALL: 1-800-674-3278  

For Travel Quotes: https://www.PenyakTravel.com/contact

📧Email:  [email protected]  

🏝OUR SANDALS LINK: https://www.sandals.

43:12

Is Sandals St. Vincent the Best Sandals Resort?

Subscribe to the podcast!  Enjoy this episode as we dive deep into Sandals Resorts newest resort that just opened this year, Sandals St. Vincent.  Connect with us below:

CLICK TO CALL: 1-800-674-3278  

For Travel Quotes: https://www.PenyakTravel.co

42:39

Resort Comparison: Sandals Dunns River vs. Sandals Royal Curacao

Enjoy this episode as we compare two of the newest Sandals Resorts!  This podcast could help you pick out which resort is best for your next vacay!  Enjoy and connect with us below:

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1:01:04

Our Biggest Travel Adventure Yet! Seeing Northern Lights!

Enjoy this episode as we review our trip to Finland to see the Northern Lights!  This was a very adventure heavy tour and it was a nice change of pace for us from what we typically do.  We really enjoyed this trip and it is definitly one to get on yo

18:12

Podcasting Live from Finland!! Chasing the Northern Lights!

Enjoy the rare episode as we are LIVE from our hotel room in Finland! We are doing a unique European trip to the Artic Circle and Beyond!

For Travel Quotes: https://www.PenyakTravel.com/contact

CLICK TO CALL: 1-800-674-3278

📧Email: Janet@PenyakTra

53:54

Our Full Review of Sandals Negril (food, service, rooms)

We review our full stay at Sandals Negril! We had a blast at this resort and share all the details. Follow the podcast and connect with us below!

For Travel Quotes: https://www.PenyakTravel.com/contact

CLICK TO CALL: 1-800-674-3278

📧Email: Janet@P

24:52

We are Live from Sandals Negril!

We are LIVE from our suite at Sanadal Negril! Join us for this episode as we share our initial impressions on this amazing resort!

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CLICK TO CALL: 1-800-674-3278

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36:24

Our Trip to Sandals Negril!!

Enjoy this episode as we preview our upcoming trip to Sandals Negril in Negril Jamaica! We have a fun trip in store and we are going to do a LIVE podcast from Negril next weekend. Subscribe, follow, and enjoy!
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47:57

The Best Resorts for a Destination Wedding in Cancun!

Subscribe and Enjoy this podcast featuring our favorite resorts in Cancun for a Destination Wedding! Share this with a soon to be bride that you know! Follow us below!

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42:50

10 Things to Know Before Traveling to St. Lucia!

Happy New Year! It's our first show of 2024 and we kick it off with a great show on our top 10 things to know before traveling to St. Lucia!

This amazing island has a lot to offer and after traveling there many many times, we bring your our best tip

41:54

Recapping Our Top 5 Most Downloaded Episodes of 2023!

Happy New Year! As we wind down 2023 we wanted to recap our most downloaded eposides of the last year! Enjoy this podcast as we recap the best ones we had!

Links to all of them below:

10 Things to Know Before Traveling to Punta Cana https://podcast

1:01:58

Penyak Travel's 2023 Best of Resort Awards for the Caribbean & Mexico

On this episode we give out our Best Of resort awards. We honor resorts for:
The Best Food
The Best Beach
The Best Pools
The Best Ambiance
The Best for Golf
The Best Family Resort
The Best New Resort
And many more!

Enjoy this epsidoe and follow us b

1:07:35

Elite Resort Comparison Secrets Moxche vs. Atelier Playa Mujeres

Enjoy this podcast as we compare two of our favorite all-inclusives resorts in Mexico. Secrets Moxche in Playa Del Carmen compared to Atelier Playa Mujeres. We have alot to talk about and compare in these two amazing resorts.

Connect with us below!

43:31

Our Favorite New Resorts Opening in 2024!

2024 is right around the corner and there are some great new resorts opening next year! We talk about each one and our thoughts on what you can expect!

Unico 20 87 Montego Bay

Royalton Chic Antigua
Sandals St. Vincent
Secrets Playa Blanca in Costa

49:56

Cruise Ship Review of The MSC Seaside

Enjoy this episode as we share our thoughts of the MSC Seaside, one of MSC's cruise ship options that cruises from America! We dive into all the details here! Enjoy and connect with us below:

For Travel Quotes: https://www.PenyakTravel.com/contact

53:49

Travel Debate: All-Inclusive Resort vs. a Cruise!

Enjoy this debate as we debate going to an all-inclusive resort of going on a cruise! We break it all down for you here. Enjoy this show and connect with us below:

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https://www.PenyakTravel.com/contact

CLICK TO CALL: 1-800-674-32

23:32

We are LIVE on a Cruise Ship in the Bahamas

We are LIVE from MSC Cruise Ship in the Bahamas! Enjoy this episode as we share our early thoughts on this cruise ship, the MSC Seaside!

For Travel Quotes: https://www.PenyakTravel.com/contact

CLICK TO CALL: 1-800-674-3278

📧Email: Janet@PenyakTrav

39:07

The Best Tips for Planning a Honeymoon or Romantic Getaway!

Subscribe! On this episode we dive into our top tips for planning a honeymoon or romantic getaway. Enjoy this show and connect with us below!

For Travel Quotes: https://www.PenyakTravel.com/contact

CLICK TO CALL: 1-800-674-3278

📧Email: Janet@Penya

38:07

Big News! Sandals Announcing it's Next Resort, Sandals St. Vincent!!

WOW! Huge news out of Sandals today, Sandals announcing it's newest resort opening early next year in St Vincent and the Grenadines! We breakdown everything you can expect from the newst resort and our early thoughts on it! Check out all of our links

51:39

Which Resort is Better, Secrets Akumal or Secrets Moxche?

Subscibe and enjoy this episode as we breakdown the differences in two of the most popular resorts in all of the Cancun area, Secrets Moxche and Secrets Akumal. These resorts offer alot to the traveler but which resort is for you? Connect with us bel

1:02:53

Our FULL Review of Sandals’ Newest Resort, Sandals Dunn's River

Enjoy this episode and subscribe! George Penyak and Janet Penyak break down everything about Sandals newest resort, Sandals Dunn's River.

🏝OUR SANDALS LINK: https://www.sandals.com/?referral=148533

Connect with us below:

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44:41

Our Favorite Resorts for a Fall Getaway!

Subscribe! On this episode we dive into our favorite resorts for a fall getaway! Alot of great places to go and fall can be the most affordable time to travel. Enjoy the show! Connect with us below!

For Travel Quotes: https://www.PenyakTravel.com/co

25:30

Podcasting Live from Sandal's Newest Resort Sandals Dunn's River!!

We are LIVE from our suite at the all new Sandals Dunn's River in Ocho Rios Jamaica! This is the newest resort in the Sandals brand and we give you our initial thoughts on this resort.

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CLICK

56:30

Sandals Royal Curacao vs. Sandals Grenada Resort Debate

Enjoy this episode as we debate two amazing resorts Sandals Grenada and Sandals Royal Curacao! We take a deep dive into each resort and what makes them uniquie.

Connect with us below:

🏝OUR SANDALS LINK: https://www.sandals.com/?referral=148533

For

25:19

The Best Family Friendly All-Inclusive in Punta Cana!

We are LIVE on-site from one of our favorite resorts in all of Punta Cana (and the Caribbean in general!)

Enjoy this episode as we dive into our inital thoughts on the Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana in Punta Cana & The Dominican Republic!

Connect with us belo

40:07

Tips for Traveling During Hurricane Season

Enjoy this episode as we breakdown the top tips for travel during hurricane season. We share our best practices and advice on how to handle weather related travel disruptions and how to prepare for them.

Hosted by George Penyak and Janet Penyak of P

1:10:13

The Best Resorts for a Quick 3 Night Getaway or Long Weekend!

We have a great podcast for you today! On this show we dive into our top ranked resorts for a quick 3 night getaway. Eveyone needs to get away from the real world sometimes, these resorts are a quick trip, close to the airports so you can maximize th

49:20

This is the Best Deal in Travel Right Now: Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya

Subscribe and review the podcast! On today's episode we dive into our recent stay in Cancun Mexico at the Hyatt Zilara Riviera Cancun. We we're stunned by this resort AND it's pricing! Enjoy the show as George Penyak and Janet Penyak break it all dow

28:51

The Best New All-Inclusive Resorts Opening in 2023

Subscribe! On this episode George Penyak and Janet Penyak with Penyak Travel break down their top all-inclusive resorts opening in 2023! There are 3 in partiular that they are most excited about and we break down all the details here! Enjoy!

For Tra

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