In this episode, I’m sharing my real-life “vacation ready body” routine and the things that help me feel confident heading into a trip, especially when swimsuits are involved.

I’m talking about what I’m finally doing differently for myself: my GLP-1 journey (specifically tirzepatide), how it’s supported my insulin sensitivity, and the mindset shift that’s come with choosing a new kind of care for my body.

Plus, I’m breaking down my go-to glow up staples before I travel: my favorite Sun Tan City spray tan (yes, I always do double legs), the workouts I actually stick with: HOTWORX, walking with my weighted vest, and my Peloton Tread routine.

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Mentioned in this episode:
- Tiffany Balin, NP (https://www.instagram.com/tiffanybalin_np) with Salus Integrative (https://www.salusintegrative.health/)
- Insulin Sensitivity and Hypoglycemia
- GLP-1s: Tirzepatide and Semaglutide
- Sun Tan City Spray Tan: Catalina tint, dark, double legs
- HOTWORX
- Weighted vest walks
- Peloton Tread
- Laser Hair Removal
- Mel Robbins quote

Kelsey chats with Jen from Wisconsin, who lives on a hobby farm with her husband and three kids (a 6 year old daughter and 4 year old twin boys). Jen, her family, and her parents headed to San Diego in October 2025 staying at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay, booked on points.

In this episode, Jen shares about the waterslides and pools their kids couldn’t get enough of, plus beach time at Mission Beach, beautiful sunset views, and their favorite moments at SeaWorld and aboard the USS Midway.

Quick note: our connection dropped at the very end of recording, so Jen’s answer to the final Trip Tales question is here in the show notes. If someone out there is considering this trip, what is it about San Diego and the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay that would make you say: Just Book It?
I'd say just book it because you can't beat an easy trip to soak up the sunshine, slip down waterslides and enjoy a family friendly resort. Kids grow up too fast to not take the trip! -Jen

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If you’d like to share about your trip on the podcast, email me at: kelsey@triptalespodcast.com

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Mentioned in this episode:
- Link to the inflatable travel bed: https://amzlink.to/az0wCGVzlVgpS
- Link to inflatable booster seat: https://amzlink.to/az0xDyfGJ0mGH
- Link to collapsible beach toys: https://amzlink.to/az0f5UVVALIq8
- Points and Miles, Delta and Hyatt
- Hyatt Regency Mission Bay, Guest of Honor
- USS Midway
- Kids Free San Diego in October
- Flytographer
- Tecolote Playground
- Mission Beach
- Sea World: Dolphins, Orcas, Sea Lions
- Red Marlin restaurant at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay

Trip Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and U.S. National Parks. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation, especially when traveling with kids.

I’m sharing all the 2026 travel we have booked so far. And the star of the show: we’re going to French wine country and staying in a chateau near Chablis… because yes, I truly planned an entire trip around my favorite glass of wine. Chablis is my forever favorite, and the fact that we’re making it happen AND booking it on points and miles is just...chef’s kiss.

In this episode I’m walking you through every trip we have on the calendar:
• Marco Island, FL
• Boise, Idaho ski trip
• Indy 500
• Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic (on points!)
• And the big one: France for a chateau stay near Chablis booked with points and miles

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Mentioned in this episode:
- Marco Island, Florida
- Boise, Idaho: Tamarack Ski Resort, Bogus Basin Ski Resort
- Southwest Companion Pass
- The Points for Normal People podcast with Katie: https://podcast.katiestraveltricks.com/
- Indianapolis 500 Hulman Terrace Suite
- Trip Tales Disney Cruise episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disney-wish-stuck-at-sea-my-honest-review-of-our/id1731455602
- Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana All-Inclusive in the Dominican Republic
- Trip Tales Hyatt Ziva Cancun vs. Cap Cana episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/se/podcast/cancun-vs-punta-cana-hyatt-ziva-showdown-which-family/id1731455602
- Scape Park in Punta Cana
- American Express Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, BILT Points, Rakuten
- Unoaked Chardonnay, Chablis
- France: Paris, Chateau de la Resle
- Air France
- Aer Lingus, Dublin U.S. Pre-clearance

Trip Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal’s Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and U.S. National Parks. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation, especially when traveling with kids.