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168 - Amsterdam to Anywhere: Our European Road Trip Without a Plan
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- The Barn Philosopher
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- Apr 1, 2026
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Summary
In this episode of The Barn Philosopher, Shelby and Rita talk through their upcoming trip to Europe — or at least attempt to. The plan is simple: fly into Amsterdam, rent a car, and start heading south through Germany, eventually making their way to Sweden and Czechia… with no real plan for where to stay along the way. No bookings, no strict itinerary — just figuring it out as they go. As you might expect, the conversation includes a fair amount of uncertainty. At one point, they realize they’re not entirely clear on the difference between Swiss and Swedish — although they’re pretty confident one is from Switzerland and the other from Sweden. The finer details? Still a work in progress. It’s a mix of excitement, curiosity, and the kind of planning that relies more on confidence than preparation. If you enjoy a good adventure (even loosely defined), share this episode with someone who’d take a trip like this. Follow the show, leave a rating, and maybe embrace a little less planning the next time you head out.