On this episode of Travel with the Byrd, Bethany Byrd is joined by a very special (and very honest) guest—her son, OJB—for a real-life conversation about family travel, teen opinions, and why cruises tend to win every time.

From returning year after year to their favorite Mexico resort (hello crepes and unlimited sushi) to breaking down why cruises offer more fun, food, and flexibility for teens, this episode dives into what actually works when traveling as a family. OJB shares his unfiltered take on resorts vs. cruise ships, favorite meals at sea, bingo wins (and losses), teen clubs, and why Royal Caribbean keeps coming out on top.

If you’re planning a family vacation—especially with teens—this episode is packed with firsthand insight, laughs, and travel-tested perspective to help you choose the trip that fits your crew best. And yes… food absolutely matters.

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Bethany Byrd sits down with her son Olen Byrd to get a teenager’s honest take on family travel. From an Alaska cruise and a luxury Jamaica villa to excursions that were worth it—and ones that absolutely weren’t—this episode is packed with real talk, laughs, and travel lessons you won’t find on TikTok.

Join Bethany Byrd for a deep dive into the world of bucket list travel—those once-in-a-lifetime trips you've dreamed about forever but keep saving “for someday.” From breathtaking Alaska cruises and African safaris to multigenerational family vacations, Disney magic, Australia & New Zealand journeys, Hawaiian island-hopping, and iconic national parks, Bethany breaks down what makes these trips unforgettable—and why planning early matters. She shares personal stories, insider tips, ideal timing, budget expectations, and how far in advance many of these adventures book up (hint: Alaska 2026 is already filling fast!).

If you’re ready to start checking items off your dream travel list, this episode will inspire you to stop waiting and start planning.