20 Minute Delay

20 Minute Delay

44 episodes

Two ladies who travel a lot… talk about it briefly. Romance authors and consummate travelers Gail Carriger & Piper J Drake dish tips, tricks, gadgets, and horror stories on traveling by land, air, and sea. We get there, so you don’t have to.

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Ep_43; City of Dreams

Published: Jan. 26, 2021, 1:04 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 38 seconds

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Ep_42; Listening to other Podcasts About Travel

Published: Jan. 4, 2021, 3:16 a.m.
Duration: 33 minutes 22 seconds

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Ep_41; Nightmare Hotels

Published: Nov. 23, 2020, 2:51 a.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 31 seconds

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Ep_40; Train Stories

Published: Nov. 9, 2020, 1:49 a.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 50 seconds

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Ep_39; Road Trip Memories

Published: Sept. 28, 2020, 4:35 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 2 seconds

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Ep_38; Hotel Adoration

Published: Sept. 14, 2020, 5:30 a.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 48 seconds

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Ep_37; Movies That Call Us to Places

Published: Aug. 31, 2020, 2:05 a.m.
Duration: 40 minutes 50 seconds

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Ep_36; In Flight Entertainment

Published: Aug. 17, 2020, 2:34 a.m.
Duration: 35 minutes 38 seconds

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Ep_35;Books That Call Us To Places

Published: July 27, 2020, 1:05 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 26 seconds

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Ep_34;Rewards for Suffering

Published: July 13, 2020, 1:06 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 54 seconds

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Ep_33;Most Memorable Flight

Published: June 29, 2020, 5:12 a.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 10 seconds

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Ep_32; Iron Chef Airport and Listener Questions

Published: June 15, 2020, 12:54 a.m.
Duration: 40 minutes 8 seconds

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Ep_31;Rituals To Remind You You're Home

Published: May 31, 2020, 11:11 p.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 49 seconds

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Episode 30; Lists of Kits

Published: May 18, 2020, 12:29 a.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 12 seconds

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Ep_29;Best Buffets

Published: May 4, 2020, 6:11 a.m.
Duration: 48 minutes 39 seconds

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Ep_28;Squat the Seat

Published: April 20, 2020, 3:31 a.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 49 seconds

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Ep_27;From Travel Bag to Go Bag

Published: April 6, 2020, 6:01 a.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 28 seconds

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Ep 26; Return Destinations

Published: April 16, 2019, 8 p.m.
Duration: 38 minutes 10 seconds

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Ep 25; Caffeine Situation

Published: March 18, 2019, 5 a.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 5 seconds  https://youtu.be/IzPzjkfJgRg

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Main Topic - Caffeine Ingestion!

9:55 - Gail's water-boil coil, aka immersion heater: https://amzn.to/2tSdXp0

10:30 - Mug and milk hunting

15:14 - Thou shalt not give the Piper caffeine first thing in the morning

16:50 - after lunch Emergen-C, Airborne, or similar with B-12 in it

17:26 - Gail is opposed to drinking calories - save that for eating!

17:55 - Gail's caffeine pattern; tea in the morning, coffee at noon, afternoon tea

19:05 - pay attention to your travel day's schedule and be aware of how caffeine affects you (time it!) - this helps you plan transitions to local time zones, etc

22:29 - "Toy with yourself!"

23:11 - Be aware of the strength of New Zealander's black tea! - Especially the lovely author Philipa Ballantine 

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Gadgets!

23:35 - caffeine on the go

 Gail - immersion heater - https://youtu.be/IzPzjkfJgRg
Zojirushi mug - https://amzn.to/2EOkkQB

 Piper - vitamin pellets that easily dissolve into 500ml water bottles
https://amzn.to/2C5zKy9

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28:10 - Outro and thanks to: Producer Matt

Special thanks to Dan Sawyer of Artistic Whisper for editing this episode!

Thanks for listening; Travel smart and pack the snacks!

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Ep 24; Rental Car Renting

Published: Jan. 7, 2019, 2:26 a.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 41 seconds

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Ep 23; Bag Checking Protocol

Published: Dec. 10, 2018, 7:59 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 46 seconds  https://amzn.to/2Ela16h 

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Main Topic -> Checking a Bag

6:34 - What is it that makes even experienced/prepared travelers like our hosts check their bags?  (Hint: it tends to be lengthy cons where sales are necessary and/or bringing things internationally to family)

7:36 - shared checked bag protocol (when traveling with a partner) - plus details on being prepared for a cruise and dealing with porters

9:539 - be aware of the maximum possible overhead space

10:04 - its never as big a deal to fly home with a checked bag as it is to check a bag on your way to your travel destination; traveling with a non-expanded bag on your way out allows you to expand it and check said bag on the way home

11:15 - checked bags allow you to reduce bulk; take advantage of this redistribution luxury

12:30 - traveling with a camera (DSLR) or a Gary Fong light filter (that fits inside your hat?)

13:13 - changing the "how" and "type" of your bag when knowing you'll be checking a bag (clam-shell, hard-sided, and other options)

14:42 - tiny rolly totes can be stacked on the checked bag once you get it back (...if you do...)

16:00 - a continuation of the ongoing roller-bag versus backpack argument between Piper and Gail

17:45 - look back in the archive for the achilles' tendon damage podcast

18:15 - have an emergency outfit in your carry-on regardless of if you're checking your bag

19:30 - obtaining a "care-kit" from the airline you're flying

20:05 - take a picture of your bag so you can show it to a luggage attendant, just in case

21:00 - can you tell the ladies have favorite travel stories?  :P

23:11 - make sure you do something to differentiate your checked bag from other checked bags and DO be prepared for said bag to be lost (don't allow a missing bag to ruin your trip)

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Gadgets!

23:35 - luggage accessories

 Gail - tupperware with snap-top for hats/fascinators'/steampunk accouterments/snacks
https://amzn.to/2Pts3Wn

 Piper - space-saver compression bags
https://amzn.to/2EcBtUg

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26:31 - Outro and thanks to: Producer Matt

Special thanks to Dan Sawyer of Artistic Whisper for editing this episode!

Thanks for listening; Travel smart and pack the snacks!

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Ep 22; Delay Vouchers

Published: Nov. 27, 2018, 8:39 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 1 second

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Ep 21; Traveling Alone

Published: Sept. 17, 2018, 6:25 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 38 seconds

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Ep 20; Seat Reclining, The Angle of Repose

Published: Aug. 20, 2018, 9:30 a.m.
Duration: 35 minutes 21 seconds

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Ep 19; Hotel Living

Published: July 31, 2018, 1:49 p.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 21 seconds

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Ep 18; Hats on a Plane

Published: July 18, 2018, 3:11 p.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 59 seconds   Hat packs

 Gail -various hard-sided tupperwares!

       Daris: store boxes

 Piper - knitted caps

       Ravelry: knitting

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31:52 - Outro and thanks to: Producer Matt

Special thanks to Dan Sawyer of Artistic Whisper for editing this episode!

Thanks for listening; Travel smart and pack the snacks!

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Ep 17; Secondary Transportation: Getting around within your destination

Published: July 4, 2018, 8:58 p.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 21 seconds   Traveling with confidence

 Gail - Smartphone apps to track your progress (pre-download maps with wifi on Gooogle-maps, or snap a screenshot)
     - https://support.google.com/maps/answer/6139433?hl=en

 Piper - Rental Car app; link up your membership account for a smoother, more convenient, and faster transition
       - https://goo.gl/DAxrN8 

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29:23 - Outro and thanks to: Producer Matt

Special thanks to Dan Sawyer of Artistic Whisper for editing this episode!

Thanks for listening; Travel smart and pack the snacks!

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Ep 16; Dressing up While Traveling; How to pack smart when traveling WITH style

Published: June 19, 2018, 9:01 p.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 59 seconds   Keeping your fanciness at its best

 Gail - Travel Steamer
   -https://amzn.to/2JOMj6S

 Piper - Buffy Bag (a kit for repairing clothes/bouquets) & shining
   -https://amzn.to/2tq9Os2

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29:58 - Outro and thanks to: Producer Matt

Special thanks to Dan Sawyer of Artistic Whisper for editing this episode!

Thanks for listening; Travel smart and pack the snacks!

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Coming soon, an addendum from me..?

 

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Ep 15; Hotel Scents (sniffs and struggles)

Published: June 4, 2018, 8:15 p.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 4 seconds   Scent game on lock.


Gail – Steal toiletry choosedly and use bath bombs!
   https://amzn.to/2LmE662

Piper – Aveda Blue Oil (essential cooling oil)
   https://amzn.to/2svgUvl

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30:03 - Outro and thanks to: Producer Matt

Special thanks to Dan Sawyer of Artistic Whisper for editing this episode!

Thanks for listening; Travel smart and pack the snacks!

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Ep 14; Shoes

Published: May 15, 2018, 4:41 p.m.
Duration: 43 minutes 14 seconds   Shoe tech is real


Gail – shoe hack; laundry lingerie bags
   https://amzn.to/2rHwWC6 


Piper – Fluevog
    https://www.fluevog.com/shop/4480-holly-black 

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42:10 - Outro and thanks to: Producer Matt

Special thanks to Dan Sawyer of Artistic Whisper for editing this episode!

Thanks for listening; Travel smart and pack the snacks!

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Get your question featured on an episode by saying hi on social media: 
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Ep 13; Exercising while Traveling

Published: May 3, 2018, 8:36 p.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 34 seconds   Exercise helpers on the go


Gail – space saving yoga glove (similar to barefoot Jazz "slippers")
   -Yoga Paws  -  https://amzn.to/2wiNN35


Piper – FitBit (gamify your life with a basic-level smart watch!)
   
- Ionic  -  https://amzn.to/2w9Nt6s

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26:34 - Outro and thanks to: Producer Matt

Special thanks to Dan Sawyer of Artistic Whisper for editing this episode!

Thanks for listening; Travel smart and pack the snacks!

 

 

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Ep 12; Travel Snacks - To eat or not to eat?

Published: April 9, 2018, 4:39 p.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 46 seconds

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Ep 11; Prepping for Travel, a compendium of tips

Published: March 12, 2018, 12:24 p.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 32 seconds

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Ep 10; Frequent Flyer Loyalty

Published: Feb. 26, 2018, 5:09 a.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 56 seconds it means faster boarding!

19:39 - http://crankyflier.com/

21:25 - Be aware of what company has a hub at your local airport, and where other hubs are for that airline (take advantage of that!)

23:49 - Further tease of future episode about Credit Cards to optimize miles' collection

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24:29 – Gadgets! -->  Neck Pillows


Gail – Pillow's to lean on while you lean back
   -Trtl Pillow - http://amzn.to/2EWJN8g  
   -Travel Mate Memory Foam - http://amzn.to/2HOaLke


Piper – pillow to lean forward with
   
- Inflatable - http://amzn.to/2F25AP5

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31:24 - Outro and thanks to: Producer Matt

Special thanks to Dan Sawyer of Artistic Whisper for editing this episode!

Thanks for listening and happy travels!

 

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Ep 9; Hotel Loyalty Points and Silicone Owls

Published: Feb. 5, 2018, 10:20 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 2 seconds

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Ep 8; Hotel Food

Published: Jan. 22, 2018, 5:30 a.m.
Duration: 38 minutes 13 seconds

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Ep 7; Hotel Room Optimization

Published: Jan. 8, 2018, 5:01 a.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 23 seconds

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Ep 6; Self Care and Bath Bombs

Published: Nov. 29, 2017, 12:19 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 5 seconds

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Ep 5; Travel Kits and Proper Packing

Published: Nov. 20, 2017, 8:49 a.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 21 seconds

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Ep 4; Backpack Sasquatch

Published: Nov. 18, 2017, 1:35 a.m.
Duration: 18 minutes 48 seconds

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Ep 3; The Burrito Protocol

Published: Nov. 3, 2017, 5:46 p.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 20 seconds

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Ep 2; Travel Whammies and a European Cruise

Published: Nov. 1, 2017, 6:25 p.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 59 seconds

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Ep 1; Hellmouth Airports

Published: Oct. 30, 2017, 10:54 p.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 3 seconds

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Ep 0; Travel Never Goes the Way you Expect

Published: Oct. 30, 2017, 1:01 a.m.
Duration: 3 minutes 34 seconds

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