The Gomes Guide Travel Podcast
The Gomes Guide Travel Podcast is where travel, food, and culture meet. Hosted by San Francisco–based travel writer, storyteller, and mom of two teens Shannon Gomes, the show features thoughtful conversations with experts in the food and wine world, avid travelers, creators, tastemakers, and locals who reveal what truly makes a destination memorable—and how to experience it like a local, with food always at the center of the journey.
From unforgettable meals and hidden neighborhoods to meaningful cultural experiences and practical travel insight, each episode is designed to inspire curious travelers—especially Gen X listeners who value depth, connection, and great food—to explore the world more intentionally and to bring a sense of discovery back home.
Shannon is also the writer behind The Gomes Guide (https://thegomesguide.substack.com), a weekly travel-focused Substack filled with stories, recommendations, and inspiration for meaningful travel. Listeners are invited to subscribe for fresh ideas, insider tips, and destination inspiration delivered each week.
Whether you’re planning your next trip or simply dreaming about one, The Gomes Guide Travel Podcast celebrates connection, community, and the joy of experiencing new places through food and travel.
The Gomes Guide Travel Podcast
Latest Episodes
From Lawyer to Travel Writer: How Jen Ruiz Built a Life Around Travel
What happens when you stop chasing the “perfect” life and start building one that actually feels like yours?Jen Ruiz did just that. While working full-time as an attor...
National Parks Road Trip with Teens: Yellowstone, Grand Teton & Glacier
If you’ve ever dreamed of taking a classic American road trip through the national parks with your family, this episode is for you.In this episode of The Gomes Guide Travel Podcast, Shannon sits down with her friend Julie to talk about a...
The San Francisco Experience I Can’t Stop Thinking About with Gregangelo Herrera
In this episode, Shannon Gomes sits down with Gregangelo Herrera—artist, storyteller, and founder of the Gregangelo Museum in the Balboa Terrace neighborhood of San Francisco—a one-of-a-kin...
Exploring New York City with a Local: Hidden Stories from Vibe Tours
New York City is one of the most visited destinations in the world—but how much of it do we actually understand?In this episode, I sit down with Dana, founder of Vibe Tours in New York...
How One Family Traveled Thailand for a Month With Kids
What would it be like to pause your everyday routine and spend an entire month traveling with your family?In this episode, Shannon sits down with Anisha, a pharmacist, podcaster, and mom of two, who took her family on a 30-day adventure ...