Dad Life and Travel Stories
Couch Dad’s Jorge De Moya talks family travel chaos, comedy, and Cuban roots
Episode 78 – The Family Vacationer with Rob and Danny
This week, Rob and Danny sit down with Jorge De Moya, host of the Couch Dad’s Podcast, for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation on growing up in a large Cuban-American family—and how those early adventures on boats to the Keys and the Bahamas shaped his approach to travel with his own wife and three kids.
🎙️ In this episode:
- Jorge’s wild childhood trips involving 30 relatives on a single boat
- How travel memories became emotional anchors during hard financial times
- Taking his daughter to dance competitions and turning them into beach vacations
- Why he canceled a Utah trip mid-pandemic to avoid toddler mask meltdowns
- The chaos of flying with airsick toddlers—and why you should “embrace the pain”
- Packing styles: prepped vs. panicked (and why Jorge always forgets Tums)
💬 Plus:
- Disney pin trading tips
- The underrated magic of small trips
- Jorge’s involvement in the De Moya Foundation, helping young adults with developmental disabilities gain meaningful employment
- And why The Mighty Ducks got him into hockey… in Miami.
✈️ Need help planning your next family trip?
Rob is a Certified Travel Associate offering free vacation planning for families.
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The Family Vacationer
The Family Vacationer is a weekly podcast helping families travel smarter, spend better, and create lasting memories together. Hosted by Rob and Traci, the show features expert interviews, real-life stories, and practical tips for planning meaningful, family-first adventures. From hidden gems to budget hacks, it's a must-listen for parents who want stress-free, joy-filled travel.
Meet the Hosts
Growing up, Rob Jones mainly traveled to Florida for vacation. Those family trips to Orlando and the Gulf Coast are cherished memories that influence him to this day. His entire professional career has involved travel. From working in the music business to event marketing, Rob has traveled to 46 states and five countries. Rob has been married to his wife, Traci, for 16 years and they love to travel with their three children: Ruthie, Nash, and Chase.
Traci's been shaking up the Dawson County School System for four years now, injecting it with her unique brand of energy and enthusiasm. When she's not molding young minds, you'll find her co-conspiring with her sister at Seasonal Events and Design—because who doesn't love a good party?
She's a self-proclaimed beach aficionado, never meeting a sandy shore she didn't instantly click with. And let's not forget her partner-in-crime for the past eighteen years, Rob, who's been keeping up with her antics and their three beautiful troublemakers—Ruthie, Chase, and Nash. Together, they're a whirlwind of chaos, laughter, and love.
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