Grab a drink and join us as we take you around the world’s best resorts and vacation spots! On the Know Before You Go Travel Show, we share insider travel tips, resort reviews, and destination guides to help you make the most of your next getaway.
George Penyak and Janet Penyak are owners of Penyak Travel Company (and passionate travelers), we dive deep into everything from Caribbean all-inclusives and luxury resorts, to cruises, European escapes, domestic getaways (yes, even Vegas!), and so much more.
Whether you’re planning your next vacation or just love travel talk, we’ve got the tips, tricks, and stories that will inspire your next adventure.
So pour a cocktail, glass of wine, or an ice-cold beer — and let’s get into vacation mode together!
Latest episodes
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Sandals Ochi vs. Secrets Cap Cana: Which Caribbean All-Inclusive Wins?
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Sep 13 1 h 02 min
Is Hermitage Bay Worth the Price? Our Honest Antigua Review
Link to YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/ib5VCRkVato
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Aug 30 56 min
Sandals Ochi vs. Sandals Negril: Which Jamaica Resort Is Right for You?
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Aug 1 49 min
Sandals Ochi Review 2026: The Most Underrated Sandals Resort in Jamaica?
Link to our Sandals Ochi VLOG: https://youtu.be/WI_u_ZioALQ
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Jul 13 54 min
BIG Sandals Jamaica Update: Resort Renovations, Name Changes & What's New!
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Jun 28 47 min
Sugar Beach vs Jade Mountain: Which St. Lucia Luxury Resort Is Better?
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Jun 14 42 min
We are LIVE from Sandals Ochi! Our Initial Thoughts and Review!
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Jun 1 30 min
Inside Sandals Ochi: The BEST Budget-Friendly Sandals Resort?
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May 25 40 min
BEST Sandals Swim-Out Suites Ranked: Which Resort Is Worth It?
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May 10 1 h 13 min
Cancun’s BEST Adults-Only Resort Pools (From Budget to Ultra Luxury!)
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Apr 28 43 min
Before You Book Aruba… Listen to This First
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Apr 12 39 min
We Didn’t Expect THIS… Hyatt Vivid Playa del Carmen Review
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Apr 6 1 h 04 min
The Global Entry Hack Most Travelers Miss: Enrollment on Arrival
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Mar 18 5 min
Hyatt Vivid Playa del Carmen: Is This the Best New Value in Riviera Maya?
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Mar 15 32 min
We Compared Sandals Curaçao & Secrets Aruba — Here’s What Surprised Us
Secrets Baby Beach VLOG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7Z79H0uC7A
Sandals Royal Curacao VLOG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORTpYllcxCU
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Mar 1 59 min
Miss Your Outbound Flight? Here’s What REALLY Happens to Your Return
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Feb 25 3 min
The NEW Sandals Destination Wedding Packages Explained (2026 Update + Insider Tips)
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Feb 22 56 min
Storms, Delays & Cancellations: How Smart Travelers Handle Weather Chaos
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Feb 10 6 min
The Best Sandals Resorts for Destination Weddings (Our Honest Top Picks)
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Feb 8 1 h 02 min
Atelier Playa Mujeres vs Secrets Playa Blanca: Which Adults-Only Resort Is REALLY Better
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Jan 25 1 h 14 min
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I stumbled across this podcast while searching for reviews on Sandals Negril after booking a last minute trip. I have now listened to over half of the podcasts and found even more places to add to my to-go list. I love all of the banter back and forth and the pros and cons. Honesty is so important and worth its weight in gold especially when spending this kind of money on a vacation. I appreciate all of your research and tips! And, my husband and I both love the YouTube channel.
Ashley loves Vacay · Sep 2026
I have enjoyed listening to the podcast, learning the ‘tips and tricks’, and exploring the possibilities for future travel. I appreciate the methodical breakdown of each resort review, making it easier to compare to other resorts. My wife and I have booked an anniversary trip to Sandals South Coast with Janet and we look forward to the review and vlog of the renewed Sandals South Coast!
RandyFromPittsburgh · Aug 2026
I have been listening to Penyak Travel podcasts for quite a while. The information they provide is so thorough, and helpful and just fun to listen to. I booked a couple of trips for my husband and me based on information from their podcasts. Then one day I thought, "Why am I doing it myself when they will do it for me?" I think I just didn’t really understand what a no fee travel agency meant.
They booked a trip for us to Punta Cana this past March 2026, we got a great price, all was taken care of for us and it was fantastic! Janet and her staff were fabulous. We had a wonderful time!
On the day of our trip it appeared our flights were going to be delayed, and they responded quickly with information about how our airport pickup worked if we were delayed.
I won’t book another trip by myself. I can’t wait to book with them again!
MCandJC2026 · Aug 2026
In 2023, I found the Know Before You Go podcast after we already booked a trip to Sandals La Toc in St Lucia. We went in blind and spontaneously booked based on the room amenities. I wanted to learn more, so I started searching through podcasts and found “Know Before You Go” (KBYG). Because I was able to learn much more about the Sandals resorts in St. Lucia, we changed our reservation to The Grande St. Lucian. George and Janet were so helpful in leading us through that decision and appropriately setting our expectations - just by the podcast alone!
Fast forward, my daughter, age 22, wanted to go to an all-inclusive in Mexico for her college graduation. I suggested she listen to the podcast and see if there were any stand out resorts that George and Janet recommend. She actually ended up booking her trip to Mexico through Penyak travel, and she had an AMAZING experience. She stayed 4 nights at the Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya. Everything was arranged for her, door to door, and she didn’t have to worry about a thing. MOST IMPORTANTLY, as her mother, I had peace about her safety and all the logistics that international travel can sometimes bring. Knowing my daughter was well-cared for and SAFE is invaluable!
I listen to the KBYG on a regular rotation now, and have for 3 years. It gives me a “get away” in my mind as I visualize the experiences they describe, and my husband and I already decided we will book through Penyak Travel for our anniversary trip next year!
Casie0506 · May 2026
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