Revolutionary Trips and Trending Destinations

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In this jam‑packed episode of Travel Tuesday, Kevin McCullough and Linda Perillo kick things off by reacting to new Middle East travel warnings—particularly the State Department’s strong “don’t even think about it” guidance for the UAE and other high‑tension regions. This launches a spirited detour through recent geopolitical drama and how it affects travel decisions (with plenty of Linda’s signature spiciness).

The conversation pivots to something lighter: Europe’s “most beautiful city” ranking, where Luxembourg surprisingly tops the list. Kevin and Linda enthuse over cities like Valletta, Lisbon, Prague, and Oslo, debating which ones deserve a spot on a traveler’s bucket list—and which ones are just too darn cold.

Then the duo explores trending destinations crowned by Expedia and TripAdvisor: Big Sky, Montana, taking center stage thanks to Yellowstone fandom, and Bali earning top global honors for its wellness retreats and beach‑club nights. Their enthusiastic debate covers not just scenery but safety, culture, and those "maybe lawless?" island vibes.

In honor of America’s upcoming 250th birthday, Kevin and Linda introduce their new “Revolutionary Destinations” series by spotlighting Boston. They take listeners on a historical romp—from Bunker Hill to the Freedom Trail to the transformed Liberty Hotel—while mixing in food tips, Fenway nostalgia, and Perillo‑powered family memories.

To wrap, they tackle airline mileage programs, loyalty incentives, credit‑card perks, and the art of squeezing maximum value from every swipe and flight. Linda lays out the modern mileage game, explaining why points now revolve around credit cards and airport purchases. Kevin regrets not gaming the system earlier—but vows redemption one United mile at a time.