The show where we introduce you to our favorite local spots in the sunshine state. We will also offer up some olde Florida History lessons, tips and tricks for vacationers, and ultimately help you plan for your very own day (or days) in paradise. Whether you’re traveling as a couple, a family, or taking a trip with friends, we’ve got your back. Each week we will be choosing a spot on the map and will go in depth on what you can expect from that particular destination and how to maximize your time while you’re there.
Episodes
Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
Nothing says Turkey day like family and friends getting together and indulging in good food. Join us as we put together a Florida style potluck from our favorite places in paradise
Where was the Cuban sandwich invited? Why is Garrett such a cheater? Is stoned crab good?Why does the producer hate flavor? Have you seen Hook? Find out all this and more on this weeks episode.
Check out our instagram at https://www.instagram.com/just.take.a.dip/ for some reviews of the places we virtually visit in tonight's episode!
If you want to support the show and get the recipes from every episode head over to Patreon
If you have any Florida travel questions for us, or to enter this weeks trivia challenge, hit us up https://twitter.com/thedipcrew on Twitter or email me at steph@justadayinparadise.com
Monday Nov 16, 2020
Monday Nov 16, 2020
Manatees roam the waters of Florida from April through October -- but when things get a bit chilly, they head to places like freshwater Florida Springs, where the temperatures remain constant throughout the year. Florida Manatee season starts on November 15 and what better way to kick things off then with a lesson from our friend Ally Greco at Save the Manatee Club?
Check out savethemanatee.org to learn more.
Why is Steph willing to stuff herself into a wetsuit at 7 o'clock in the morning? What land animal are manatees most closely related to? How can you give manatees as gifts this year? What does Jimmy Buffet have to do with anything? Find out all this and more on this weeks episode.
Check out our instagram at https://www.instagram.com/just.take.a.dip/ for some reviews of the places we virtually visit in tonight's episode!
If you want to support the show and get the recipes from every episode head over to Patreon
If you have any Florida travel questions for us, or to enter this weeks trivia challenge, hit us up https://twitter.com/thedipcrew on Twitter or email me at steph@justadayinparadise.com
Sunday Nov 08, 2020
Sunday Nov 08, 2020
Today we're kicking off a month of gratitude as we talk to the DIP Crew about what we're thankful for. We are going to be taking a virtual tour of our three National Parks which consist of Biscayne Nation Park, Dry Tortugas National Park, and Everglades National Park.
We'll be wrapping up the show doing a special interview with Kyle Rossin, CEO of Manggear. He'll be teaching us all about Mangroves and we'll share how you can help plant some and look great doing it! Check out Manggear.com to learn more.
Why does Megan want to be in high school? Can mangroves really protect the state from sinking? Is Steph crazy enough to BASE jump out of a helicopter? How do you say turtle in Spanish? Find out all this and more on this weeks episode.
Check out our instagram at https://www.instagram.com/just.take.a.dip/ for some reviews of the places we virtually visit in tonight's episode!
If you want to support the show and get the recipes from every episode head over to Patreon
If you have any Florida travel questions for us, or to enter this weeks trivia challenge, hit us up https://twitter.com/thedipcrew on Twitter or email me at steph@justadayinparadise.com
Saturday Oct 31, 2020
Saturday Oct 31, 2020
We are on our final episode in our fallapalooza series cause it’s Halloween ya’ll! We are so excited to hang out with you guys today we are going all out. We’ve got cocktails and candy. We’ve got our costumes picked out.
Today we’re going to take a virtual tour of our last spooky spot that you can visit this weekend or really anytime you’re in Florida, we’re going to share some events that are still going on, some of our favorite Halloween memories and then maybe play a game if you want to try to beat Garrett at home!
Why is Drew Barrymore cooking popcorn? Is there an ancient alien mystery hidden somewhere in Homestead? What's the tooth fairy up to? Does anyone actually like those weird popcorn balls? Find out all this and more on this weeks episode.
Check out our instagram at https://www.instagram.com/just.take.a.dip/ for some reviews of the places we virtually visit in tonight's episode!
If you want to support the show and get the recipes from every episode head over to Patreon
If you have any Florida travel questions for us, or to enter this weeks trivia challenge, hit us up https://twitter.com/thedipcrew on Twitter or email me at steph@justadayinparadise.com
Friday Oct 23, 2020
Friday Oct 23, 2020
This week we are going to take a little history lesson and tour around the state because nothing says halloween like ghoulish graveyards, spine tingling tales, and frightening phenomenon. The DIP Crew has even compiled some ghost stories fitting of a virtual campfire round table. Stay tuned for the end of the episode where we interview Key West's haunted authority, and esteemed author, David Sloan.
Why are ghosts so forlorn? Is the I-4 so haunted it causes traffic? Is Robert the doll really camera shy? How can you go ghost hunting in Key West's spookiest fort? What the heck is GROK? Find out all this and more on this weeks episode.
Check out our instagram at https://www.instagram.com/just.take.a.dip/ for some reviews of the places we virtually visit in tonight's episode!
If you want to support the show and get the recipes from every episode head over to Patreon
If you have any Florida travel questions for us, or to enter this weeks trivia challenge, hit us up https://twitter.com/thedipcrew on Twitter or email me at steph@justadayinparadise.com
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
In todays show we’re going to stay on the lighter side of spooky and head over to the magic kingdom. The haunted mansion, world version, is 50 years old and today we’re going to go over the history of the haunted mansion, take you on a virtual tour of the residence, debunk some myths, and share some of our favorite memories.
How many happy haunts reside in the mansion? What's in all those hatboxes? Why don't you want a fast pass for this ride? What does American rapper xxxtentacion have to do with anything? Find out all this and more on this weeks episode.
We also you encourage you to check out https://facebook.com/castmemberpantry/ to see how you can support cast members who have recently lost their jobs.
Check out our instagram at https://www.instagram.com/just.take.a.dip/ for some reviews of the places we virtually visit in tonight's episode!
If you want to support the show and get the recipes from every episode head over to Patreon
If you have any Florida travel questions for us, or to enter this weeks trivia challenge, hit us up https://twitter.com/thedipcrew on Twitter or email me at steph@justadayinparadise.com
Wednesday Sep 30, 2020
Wednesday Sep 30, 2020
In this weeks show we're kicking off the fall season with a trip through the everglades in search of Florida's famous big foot. The skunk ape can be found all across our wetlands and we bring in the worlds foremost expert to educate us on what they're like and how to protect their habitat.
Where is skunk ape headquarters? Is the skunk ape just an escaped orangutan? Can Megan reproduce its mating call? Why do squelches smell so bad? Does the DIP Crew believe in the skunk ape? We answer all these questions and more on today's episode.
Check out our instagram at https://www.instagram.com/just.take.a.dip/ for some reviews of the places we virtually visit in tonight's episode!
If you want to support the show and get the recipes from every episode head over to Patreon
If you have any Florida travel questions for us, or to enter this weeks trivia challenge, hit us up https://twitter.com/thedipcrew on Twitter or email me at steph@justadayinparadise.com
Saturday Sep 19, 2020
Saturday Sep 19, 2020
In this weeks show we're going on an adventure to curate the most luxurious Florida vacation!
Can Cricket join us on a private yacht? How do you get in to club 33? Is bottle service worth it? What happens to gold after you eat it? We answer all these questions and more on today's episode.
Check out our instagram at https://www.instagram.com/just.take.a.dip/ for some reviews of the places we virtually visit in tonight's episode!
If you want to support the show and get the recipes from every episode head over to Patreon
If you have any Florida travel questions for us, or to enter this weeks trivia challenge, hit us up https://twitter.com/thedipcrew on Twitter or email me at steph@justadayinparadise.com
Tuesday Sep 08, 2020
Tuesday Sep 08, 2020
We want to put a little disclaimer in today’s show because we’re going to be talking a LOT about food. We'll be sharing all about restaurant chains that were founded in Florida! Most of these places are either household names or have locations all across the world but we threw in a couple honorable mentions for ones that are so Florida you’ve got to try them while you’re here.
What do Gloria Estefan and a gyro have in common? Why did Garrett get kicked out of a hooters? Who is the Burger King? Is the DIP Crew on a diet? We answer all these questions and more on today's episode.
Check out our instagram at https://www.instagram.com/just.take.a.dip/ for some reviews of the places we virtually visit in tonight's episode!
If you want to support the show and get the recipes from every episode head over to Patreon
If you have any Florida travel questions for us, or to enter this weeks trivia challenge, hit us up https://twitter.com/thedipcrew on Twitter or email me at steph@justadayinparadise.com
Friday Aug 28, 2020
Friday Aug 28, 2020
So today we have on a very special guest. He is currently owner of one of the best Mexican Restaurants in Brooklyn, Casa Publica, and the founder of “art of drink” based out of Miami. He is also the maestro of mixology and the Creative Consultant behind some of your favorite cocktails around Walt Disney World Gustavo Ortega-Oyarzun.
If you want to check out some of his work and pick up some cocktail salts so you can step up your home bar game, check out www.artofdrinknyc.com
What do your favorite chair and your favorite margarita have in common? Who is Ponchito Pistoles? Can drinking tequila prevent hangovers? Why does Garrett like Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson so much? We answer all these questions and more on today's episode.
Check out our instagram at https://www.instagram.com/just.take.a.dip/ for some reviews of the places we virtually visit in tonight's episode!
If you want to support the show and get the recipes from every episode head over to Patreon
If you have any Florida travel questions for us, or to enter this weeks trivia challenge, hit us up https://twitter.com/thedipcrew on Twitter or email me at steph@justadayinparadise.com