In this episode, Uriah will discuss all the things she did while in Ghana, both times. From sightseeing to partying to emotional experiences. Ghana encompasses all aspects of a place you would want to live forever and she will share with you a few...

Ep4 Ghana Series: How to Get Your Life in Accra (things to do)

Accra

Hear about travel to Adelaide as the Amateur Traveler talks to James Schomburgk about places to visit in South Australia, his home.

AT#770 - Travel to Adelaide, Australia

Adelaide

We&#39;re in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with Ashley Biggers, the author of Secret Albuquerque. We talk about the International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta, historic pueblos, and the Sandia Peak Tramway. Show notes are at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/albuquerque">https://WeTravelThere.com/albuquerque</a> Acorns invests your spare change automatically on every purchase. Plus, you can earn Found Money by shopping at participating retailers. It&#39;s a great way to easily build up your travel fund. For a limited time, sign up at <a href="https://wetravelthere.com/acorns">wetravelthere.com/acorns</a> and we’ll both earn $5.

Albuquerque, NM | Hot Air Balloons, Pueblos & Sandia Peak Tramway

Albuquerque

Quick <a href="https://travelingjackie.com/jordan-magic-mars-men-wearing-eyeliner/">link to my Jordan recap</a>. I have finally checked Jordan off my bucket list! I spent three weeks exploring beautiful Jordan in May 2018, attending an adventure travel conference and then taking a group of YOU with me hiking on the Jordan Trail to Petra. My guest today, Ban Barkawi, is a Jordanian friend of mine whom I met studying abroad in Italy years ago. Listen as Ban and I talk about travel in Jordan, safety, customs, attractions, history, FOOD, and so much more, including: <li>Five days hiking the Jordan Trail from Dana to Petra (named a world&#39;s top multi-day hiking trail by National Geographic)</li><li>Camping with the Bedouins in the desert</li><li>Feynan Eco Lodge</li><li>Jordanian FOOD and local communities</li><li>Um Qais (Northern Jordan)</li><li>Petra - the Siq, the Monastery, the Treasury, Indiana Jonesing</li><li>Wadi Rum - sleeping in Martian Domes, jeep tour in the desert, lamb cooked in the earth</li><li>Dead Sea - an experience that you absolutely MUST feel for yourself!</li> My guest today is my beautiful friend Ban, whom I met studying abroad in Italy when we were just 20 years old. She is Palestinian Jordanian and here to share her insights on living in this beautiful country. We got to meet up in Jordan on my first day there after not seeing each other in 9 years. Some friendships just never change. Ban Barkawi is a Jordanian multimedia journalist and radio presenter based in Amman, where she hosts a daily morning show at an English-speaking station. Together with the podcasting platform Sowt she produced Eib, a podcast in Arabic that addresses gender-based taboos. In 2013 she produced the award-winning TV documentary Refugees in Business about the livelihood of Syrian refugees in Jordan&#39;s Zaatari camp. Ban holds an MA in multimedia broadcast journalism and a BA in news-editorial journalism. Find Ban on <a href="http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XYg3LQ1CPW3LPV5R63K5c0Vd_V9H56dD63f1CVqYn02?t&#61;https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fbanbarkawi&amp;si&#61;6626762085892096&amp;pi&#61;e27231e6-c427-40c5-e144-e80b504a66c1">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XYg3LQ1CPW3LPV5R63K5c0Vd_V9H56dD63f1CVqYn02?t&#61;https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fbanbarkawi%2F&amp;si&#61;6626762085892096&amp;pi&#61;e27231e6-c427-40c5-e144-e80b504a66c1">Instagram &#64;banbarkawi</a> - feel free to reach out to her if you have any questions about Jordan, she is an amazing human.   Show Notes: Adventure Travel Conference - <a href="http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XYg3LQ1CPW3LPV5R63K5c0Vd_V9H56dD63f1CVqYn02?t&#61;https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adventuretravel.biz%2Fevents%2Fadventurenext%2Fnear-east-2018%2F&amp;si&#61;6626762085892096&amp;pi&#61;e27231e6-c427-40c5-e144-e80b504a66c1">Adventure NEXT Near East</a> powered by the <a href="http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XYg3LQ1CPW3LPV5R63K5c0Vd_V9H56dD63f1CVqYn02?t&#61;https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adventuretravel.biz%2F&amp;si&#61;6626762085892096&amp;pi&#61;e27231e6-c427-40c5-e144-e80b504a66c1">Adventure Travel Trade Association</a> Guide for Petra and Jordan Trail - <a href="http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XYg3LQ1CPW3LPV5R63K5c0Vd_V9H56dD63f1CVqYn02?t&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fexperiencejordan.com%2F&amp;si&#61;6626762085892096&amp;pi&#61;e27231e6-c427-40c5-e144-e80b504a66c1">Experience Jordan</a> - ask for Ayman! Tell him Traveling Jackie said to take you Indiana Jonesing through Petra Guide for Um Qais or Pella in Northern Jordan - <a href="http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XYg3LQ1CPW3LPV5R63K5c0Vd_V9H56dD63f1CVqYn02?t&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fbarakadestinations.com%2F&amp;si&#61;6626762085892096&amp;pi&#61;e27231e6-c427-40c5-e144-e80b504a66c1">Baraka Destinations</a> - stay at their B&amp;B <a href="http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XYg3LQ1CPW3LPV5R63K5c0Vd_V9H56dD63f1CVqYn02?t&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fbarakadestinations.com%2Ftour-item%2Fbeit-al-baraka%2F&amp;si&#61;6626762085892096&amp;pi&#61;e27231e6-c427-40c5-e144-e80b504a66c1">Beit Al Baraka</a> <a href="http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XYg3LQ1CPW3LPV5R63K5c0Vd_V9H56dD63f1CVqYn02?t&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fbarakadestinations.com%2Fdestinations%2Fum-qais%2F&amp;si&#61;6626762085892096&amp;pi&#61;e27231e6-c427-40c5-e144-e80b504a66c1">Activities in Um Qais</a> - beekeeping (buy the bee products!), biking, guided ruins walk, cooking class, hiking BUY THE COOKBOOK! --&gt; <a href="http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XYg3LQ1CPW3LPV5R63K5c0Vd_V9H56dD63f1CVqYn02?t&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.japublishers.com%2Fstore%2F%25D8%25AC%25D8%25A8%25D9%2584-%25D8%25B9%25D9%2585%25D8%25A7%25D9%2586%3Fproduct_id%3D1245&amp;si&#61;6626762085892096&amp;pi&#61;e27231e6-c427-40c5-e144-e80b504a66c1">Empowering Women Through Cooking</a> - Stories and Recipes from Jordan <a href="http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XYg3LQ1CPW3LPV5R63K5c0Vd_V9H56dD63f1CVqYn02?t&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwildjordan.com%2Fcontent%2Fwild-jordan-overview&amp;si&#61;6626762085892096&amp;pi&#61;e27231e6-c427-40c5-e144-e80b504a66c1">Wild Jordan</a> - Visit the store in Amman and buy some locally-made goods, your money goes back to the communities <a href="https://ecohotels.me/Feynan">Feynan Ecolodge</a> - Candle-lit, Bedouin-run eco hotel in the middle of the desert in Wadi Feynan Wadi Rum Martian Domes - <a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/jo/sun-city-camp.en-us.html?aid&#61;363692">Sun City Camp</a> GROUP TRIPS: View all the trips I offer <a href="http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XYg3LQ1CPW3LPV5R63K5c0Vd_V9H56dD63f1CVqYn02?t&#61;https%3A%2F%2Ftravelingjackie.com%2Ftrips&amp;si&#61;6626762085892096&amp;pi&#61;e27231e6-c427-40c5-e144-e80b504a66c1">here</a>, check out the Jordan itinerary <a href="http://t.sidekickopen08.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XYg3LQ1CPW3LPV5R63K5c0Vd_V9H56dD63f1CVqYn02?t&#61;https%3A%2F%2Ftravelingjackie.com%2Fjordan&amp;si&#61;6626762085892096&amp;pi&#61;e27231e6-c427-40c5-e144-e80b504a66c1">here</a> (sorry you missed it!) For full show notes (and photos!) visit <a href="https://thebudgetmindedtraveler.com/94">https://TheBudgetMindedTraveler.com/94</a>

BMT 94: Travel in JORDAN! Jordan Trail, Dead Sea, FOOD, Safety, and MAGIC

Amman

AFAR chose a destination at random and sent political commentator <a href="http://www.sallykohn.com/">Sally Kohn</a> on 24 hours’ notice to a city renowned for its “coffee shops” but where tolerance has its limits.Like what you hear? Please rate and review the podcast! It helps other travelers find the show. Read about One Fair Wage here, or follow Sally on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sallykohn/?hl&#61;en">&#64;sallykohn</a> or Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/sallykohn">&#64;sallykohn</a>. And be sure to check out her book, <a href="https://bookshop.org/a/2660/9781616209391">The Opposite of Hate: A Field Guide to Repairing Our Humanity</a>.Though COVID-19 has stalled many travel plans, we hope our stories can offer inspiration for your future adventures—and a bit of hope.

Is Amsterdam Really as Tolerant as It Seems?

Amsterdam

Today, I’ll be speaking with Jon Taylor about how to make the most of an outdoorsy trip throughout the Kenai Peninsula of Alaska. This episode is sure to put you under the spell of the north. Join Jon and me as we enjoy the Kenai peninsula as an adventure-loving local would! Our discussion is chock full of outdoor experiences, including sea kayaking, flying ourselves to epic fishing locations, hiking, and fat tire biking the beach! Also, as you would expect, there’s tons of mountain, glacier, bear, and Alaskan National Park chat along the way! About Jon Taylor Jon is a pilot, traveler, musician, and the Creative Director for the Strategic Marketing Agency known as Divining Point. He started his career as a commercial photographer. During that time, he discovered the camera often unlocked access to some of the most beautiful places. His talents include brand strategy, photography, videography, and graphic design for businesses in multiple industries. He is known for his vision and creative eye, which give him the ability to conceive stunning visuals and rich storytelling that are sure to evoke emotion from the viewers. Also, being a pilot, Jon gets to go where no roads will take you, which, turns out, is actually most of Alaska!  He has a lot of passion for hiking, camping, biking, bourbon tasting, and snow machining, and he says he’s married the most beautiful Alaskan that’s ever emerged from the snow.  If you’ve ever dreamt of exploring Alaska like a local, don’t miss this episode! He does an incredible job of explaining why Kenai is the perfect place to home base from for all of your future Alaskan adventures! Follow Jon on <a href="https://instagram.com/artisticpuppy">Instagram</a> and learn more about Kenai, Alaska at <a href="http://ilovekenai.com/">ILoveKenai.com</a>. What We Cover in This Episode <li>The draw to Alaska that’s stronger than moose, bears, and mountains.</li><li>What makes Alaskans “the most independent people in America,” and why it matters.</li><li>Why Alaska is a great place to start a business.</li><li>How photography can open doors for creatives.</li><li>What makes the Kenai peninsula stand out from anywhere else in Alaska!</li><li>Kenai’s sister cities on the peninsula, and what each one has to offer.</li><li>How traveling in Alaska compares to how you are probably used to traveling, and what makes it so different.</li><li>Where to go to see otters, seals, and to sea kayak.</li><li>Why Kenai is “the perfect place to start your Alaskan adventure.”</li><li>What it’s like to live in Alaska in the winter.</li><li>How to book an early morning fishing excursion – the quintessential Alaskan experience – where you also get to fly the plane!</li><li>The best way to view mountains, glaciers, and bears.</li><li>How cruising Alaska is different than seeing Alaska via the car or a small plane.</li><li>What times are better for a car in Alaska, and what times are better for a small plane.</li><li>The best way, and time of day, to view Denali.</li><li>A local’s favorite Alaskan national park – with tips – including – why, the best way to get there, and what to do when you arrive.</li><li>The best place to stay in Kenai, Alaska.</li><li>The best restaurant to get breakfast in Kenai, Alaska, and what to order.</li><li>“The most intense one and a half mile hike you have ever done in your life.”</li><li>A great lunch spot near the above-mentioned intense hike.</li><li>A few recommended beach activities to take part in back in Kenai.</li><li>A delicious locally sourced bistro recommended for dinner, and “the only place [Jon] recommend[s] getting a cocktail in Alaska.”</li><li>Another dinner option, perfect for anyone who wants an excursion combined with their dinner.</li><li>Why you should be careful going to Alaska in July.</li><li>Where to get the best Instagram photos in Kenai.</li><li>What Jon thinks people most miss out on when visiting the Kenai peninsula.</li><li>A few additional hike recommendations on the Kenai peninsula.</li><li>How to best prepare for hiking in Alaska.</li><li>How to protect yourself from Alaskan bears and moose.</li> Quotables The real draw for Alaska wasn’t necessarily the mountains or the bears or the moose or the rivers. It was the people. As a very independent people, they consider themselves the most independent in America, and that’s debatable, but really, I mean, they’re furthest away from everybody else, and there’s certain self reliancy, but with that comes a certain dependence on other people. And so you’ll never be turned down if you need help. Jon Taylor I tell anybody that’s planning to live in Alaska, don’t be afraid to just put yourself out there because everybody’s waiting for you. Jon Taylor So when people are going to be going to Alaska, they’re planning a vacation, a lot of times they’ll send me a quick message. Hey, got any tips, any plans, anything. And I always tell them the same thing. You’re going to land in Anchorage, and as you are starting your descent (flying up from the lower 48) look out the window. It’s absolutely beautiful. And then you land in Anchorage and all those beautiful things you saw when you were landing, that’s all down on the Kenai peninsula. That’s where it’s at. Jon Taylor In Alaska, there is a very high possibility that things won’t go the way you planned. Alaska does want to kill you. So you have to come prepared for that. And don’t just wander off into the wilderness. Stay on the trails, hike with a friend, bring your bear spray. Even if you have a GPS beacon, even for the easy trails, just bring it because I’ve had too many friends that have had very close encounters. So, my suggestion is, play it safe. If you’re going to hike in Alaska, it’s not like hiking in other places. … I think that sometimes there’s an effort to say, you know, come to Alaska it’s for everybody, and it is. But I think it’s also important to say, come to Alaska and please be careful. This isn’t like your normal tour of Carlsbad Caverns, where you’ve got a tour guide, and you’re riding in a Jeep. This is a serious place where serious things can happen. And that’s why you should come here in the first place because you’re actually getting the real experience of nature. Jon Taylor Links to Places Mentioned in this Episode Kenai, AK Area Itinerary Destinations Mentioned in the Episode: <li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FAttraction_Review-g60873-d2220681-Reviews-Miller_s_Landing-Seward_Alaska.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Miller’s Landing Sea Kayaking</a> – The company Cindy went out with from Seward</li><li><a href="https://www.nps.gov/lacl/planyourvisit/day-hikes.htm">Tanalian Falls Trailhead</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FAttraction_Review-g31029-d19877471-Reviews-Kenai_Aviation-Kenai_Alaska.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Kenai Aviation</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FAttraction_Review-g31071-d2279562-Reviews-Alaska_West_Air-Nikiski_Alaska.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Alaska West Air Inc.</a></li><li>Cooper Landing</li><li><a href="https://alaskahikesearch.com/hikes/skyline-trail">Skyline Trail</a></li><li>Quartz Creek Airport-Jia</li><li>Kenai Beach</li><li><a href="https://alaska.guide/Island/Ismailof-Island">Ismailof Island</a></li><li><a href="https://ilovekenai.com/2020/11/14/things-to-see-in-old-town-kenai/">Old Town Kenai Park</a></li><li><a href="https://www.holyassumptionkenai.org/">Holy Assumption Russian Orthodox Church</a></li><li><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/chugach/recarea/?recid&#61;16813&amp;actid&#61;50">Russian Lakes Trail Upper &amp; Lower</a> – Designated backcountry campsites at Russian River Rendzvous, Barber Cabin Trail, mile 5.7, mile 7.7, Upper Russian Lake (mile 11.9), mile 17, and mile 19.2 (distances from lower end).</li><li><a href="http://www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm%3Fadfg%3Dviewinglocations.russianriverfalls">Russian River Falls Trailhead</a></li> Kenai, AK Area Restaurants Mentioned in this Episode: <li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g31029-d657421-Reviews-Louie_s_Steak_Seafood-Kenai_Alaska.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Louie’s Steak &amp; Seafood</a></li><li><a href="https://customseafoods.com/">Custom Seafoods</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g30971-d1073176-Reviews-Sunrise_Inn_Cafe_Bar-Cooper_Landing_Alaska.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Sunrise Inn</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g31029-d5456197-Reviews-The_Flats_Bistro-Kenai_Alaska.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">The Flats Bistro</a></li><li><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Kenai-Joes-Taphouse-622283848286680/?__nodl&amp;ref&#61;m.facebook.com&amp;_rdr">Kenai Joe’s Taphouse</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g31000-d519884-Reviews-Seven_Glaciers-Girdwood_Anchorage_Alaska.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Seven Glaciers Restaurant</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g31009-d539257-Reviews-Captain_Patties_Fish_House-Homer_Alaska.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Captain Pattie’s Fish House</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g31006-d419650-Reviews-The_Saltry_Restaurant-Halibut_Cove_Alaska.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">The Saltry Restaurant</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g31029-d2304023-Reviews-Veronica_s_Cafe-Kenai_Alaska.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Veronica’s Cafe</a></li> Other Further Away Destinations Mentioned in this Episode: <li><a href="https://www.nps.gov/kefj/index.htm">Kenai Fjords National Park</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nps.gov/dena/index.htm">Denali National Park and Preserve</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FHotel_Review-s1-g143022-d272145-Reviews-Wonder_Lake_Campground-Denali_National_Park_and_Preserve_Alaska.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Wonder Lake Campground</a> – Where Cindy Camped in Denali NP</li><li><a href="https://www.nps.gov/lacl/index.htm">Lake Clark National Park and Preserve</a></li><li><a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/arctic/">Arctic National Wildlife Refuge</a></li> Thanks for Listening! We love our listeners! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a comment below and let me know about your favorite part! If you’ve been enjoying the show, please also consider leaving me a review in Apple Podcasts. It’s super easy; <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locals-know-best/id1528411992">click here</a> and go to “ratings and reviews.” I read and appreciate every single one! Each review helps new listeners find the podcast. Thank you!! Follow Cinders Travels on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cinderstravels">Facebook</a> or Locals Knows Best Podcast on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/localsknowbestpodcast">Instagram</a> for Locals Know Best updates.

29: Kenai, Alaska, You've Entered the Real Alaska

Anchorage

Today Jim shares his wife and his experience of a trip to Tanzania! The visited four national parks and had an experience of a lifetime, seeing many wild animals and sleeping under the stars, all while having a personal tour guide for their trip. What a fun story! Thanks Jim! Enjoy!   You can find Jim : &#64;storiesnimages on Facebook, Instagram, twitter and Pintrest <a href="http://www.365daysoftravel.com/">www.365daysoftravel.com</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/365daysoftravelproject">www.facebook.com/365daysoftravelproject</a> IG: &#64;365daysoftravelproject twitter:&#64;365daysoftravel

Day 083 - Tanzania

Arusha

Today, I’ll be speaking with Samantha Kellgren about how to have a fantastic day outdoors around one of the most admired spots in the United States – Asheville, North Carolina. Join Sam and me as we bike, hike, kayak, and tube all around this part of North Carolina known for delicious beer, stunning nature, and attracting visitors far and wide. About Samantha Kellgren Sam is a wife, mom, business owner, and marathoner. She runs her own health and mindset coaching business called Simply Well Coaching, which helps Type-A women change their life by changing their minds. Learn more about Sam’s coaching business at <a href="https://www.simplywellcoaching.com/">Simply Well Coaching</a> or check out her <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsdothisshift">Ambitious Women: Less Hustle More Flow Facebook group</a>.   What We Cover in this Episode <li>What makes Asheville, NC, worth visiting.</li><li>The best and worst time of year to visit Asheville, NC.</li><li>A beautiful outdoorsy lodge deemed the best spot to stay in Asheville.</li><li>What the Asheville Airbnb scene looks like.</li><li>A fantastic breakfast destination, known for fresh coffee, homemade donuts, and large servings.</li><li>The best spot in the area for mountain biking.</li><li>The most gorgeous waterfall trails in the area.</li><li>The superior taco spot in Asheville, NC.</li><li>Some of the most fun shops in Asheville, NC, including one that sells plants, coffee, and used books!</li><li>Kayaking and tubing options throughout town, and why those are the best ways to arrive at New Belgium Brewery.</li><li>Which of the many breweries in western North Carolina should not be missed.</li><li>Where to get excellent burgers and views for dinner.</li><li>The sense of community in Asheville and why it’s calling to city folk from all around.</li><li>Two ice cream destinations that should be on your itinerary.</li><li>The two most picturesque spots in town.</li><li>An overrated brewery, restaurant, and hike, and recommended alternative destinations.</li>   Quotables “We [were] ready for something different. We were ready for mountains. We say we were nature starved. And anytime you say that in Chicago, people will mention like one place, you can go like out in the suburbs. It’s like, no, no, we want like real nature that is accessible. We wanted to be able to get out for a hike whenever we wanted, not to have a drive to do it and make it a big thing.” Sam “I mean, once you come here, we’ve gone on so many, you know, either like a camping trip or something, or we’re just out for a drive, and we’re driving back, and I’m like, this would be our vacation. This is where we would vacation. We would vacation in this area, and we get to… every day like I’m so… I feel so lucky to live here.” Sam “Well, if you like beer, it is definitely a beer city. I don’t remember the like, you know, per capita breweries, but I think there’s over 50 breweries at least at this point. So… you’re always within walking distance. But it’s really a small town, but still a city.” Sam “What does my husband say?… He says it’s the most you will see of drinking in moderation. It’s like, everyone’s drinking, but you don’t witness a lot of like insanity. People are out at breweries, but it’s a real family-oriented event, you know, to like hang out at the brewery or out of the park.” Sam “But I think what a big draw is, is that you can be staying downtown and be hiking in under 20 minutes. And if you want to go real far up the Blue Ridge, you can feel like you’re in a different state, and that’s 45 minutes away. The accessibility of everything, I think, is really a huge draw for here.” Sam “There’s a lot of good food. I think that when, when we first moved, people were like, oh, you’re gonna miss the, you know, Chicago food and drink, like, oh my God, it’s known for it! And I don’t miss it.” Sam “New Belgium is the place to be, I’d say for that post kayak kind of beer and entertainment. … I mean, it’s amazing there. They’ve got this huge lawn. They just reopened it. They were the first to close during COVID, but they’ve just now reopened it, which to me signifies, like, okay, things are okay. Cause it is where you go to meet up with people, hang out on the lawn. “ Sam “It’s community. I mean, all of these, any place by the river, any of these breweries, ends up just being like a fun place to hang out and meet people.” Sam “And I laugh when I say, oh, it’s all drinking in moderation because my husband and I are back home by eight, cause we have a toddler. So I’m like, what do we know? Maybe it does get like debaucherous after eight pm. But it’s not what the town’s known for. It is perfectly fine and acceptable; we had our two-year-old’s birthday party at Asheville Brewing. Like that’s, that’s kind of the vibe here. It’s very family-friendly. It is very much open to just meeting and connecting.” Sam “I feel like it’s this little pocket. It’s not too overrun. There’s, like you said, there’s alternatives for everything. There’s the New Belgium and the Sierra Nevada, which are bigger names, or there’s these smaller breweries that you would not have heard of unless you have someone that lives here, that you would not seek out on its own. There’s plenty to do, a mix of, do you want to walk around downtown or River Arts District, or do you want to go out and not see anyone and go on a hike? So it’s going to be whatever you want to make your trip. You can make it totally downtown and people-friendly, or you can be like, I want a peace out and be by myself and go kayaking where I’m not going to see anyone, and you can do both of those trips.” Sam   Links to Places Mentioned in this Episode Where the Locals Stay: <li><a href="https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10780389?url&#61;https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hotels.com%2Fho228270%2F">Bent Creek Lodge</a></li><li>Airbnbs: <li><a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/30043315?source_impression_id&#61;p3_1624301848_Hsc4yrDfG6EcsSij">Sam’s Asheville Airbnb</a></li><li><a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/6015623?source_impression_id&#61;p3_1624215102_%2FnMxBoUjBbM4%2FUdJ">The Asheville Airbnb Barrett and I stayed in years ago with Pinball Machines</a></li> </li> Outdoor Destinations Mentioned in this Episode’s “Perfect Day”: <li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FAttraction_Review-g1438847-d108327-Reviews-Blue_Ridge_Parkway-North_Carolina_Mountains_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Blue Ridge Parkway</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FAttraction_Review-g49017-d543344-Reviews-DuPont_State_Recreational_Forest-Cedar_Mountain_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">DuPont State Recreational Forest</a></li><li><a href="https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/1025374/dupont-ridgeline">Ridgeline Trail</a></li><li><a href="https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/north-carolina/hooker-falls-trail">Hooker Falls</a></li><li><a href="https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/north-carolina/triple-falls-trail">Triple Falls Trail</a></li><li><a href="https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/north-carolina/triple-falls-and-high-falls-river-trail">High Falls Trail</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FAttraction_Review-g60742-d1020518-Reviews-River_Arts_District-Asheville_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">River Arts District</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FAttraction_Review-g60742-d9851180-Reviews-French_Broad_Outfitters-Asheville_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Kayaking or Tubing on the French Broad River with French Broad Outfitters</a></li><li><a href="https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/north-carolina/catawba-falls-trail">Catawba Falls Trail</a></li><li><a href="https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/north-carolina/skinny-dip-falls">Skinny Dip Falls Trail</a></li> <a href="https://shrsl.com/31gi4">Get the best deals on outdoor adventure tours in the Asheville area on Viator.com</a> Restaurants &amp; Breweries Mentioned in this Episode: <li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g29871-d10717487-Reviews-Ivory_Road_Cafe_and_Kitchen-Arden_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Ivory Road Cafe &amp; Kitchen</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g60742-d8665932-Reviews-Taco_Billy-Asheville_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Taco Billy</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FAttraction_Review-g60742-d10351369-Reviews-New_Belgium_Brewing_Company-Asheville_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">New Belgium Brewing</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FAttraction_Review-g60742-d3487637-Reviews-Wedge_Brewing_Company-Asheville_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Wedge Brewing</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g1552723-d7855702-Reviews-Sierra_Nevada_Brewery-Mills_River_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Sierra Nevada Brewery</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g60742-d8760086-Reviews-Burial_Beer_Co-Asheville_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Burial Beer</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g60742-d4476712-Reviews-Green_Man_Brewery-Asheville_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Green Man Brewery</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g60742-d3733005-Reviews-Wicked_Weed_Brewing-Asheville_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Wicked Weed Brewing</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FAttraction_Review-g60742-d19213775-Reviews-Hi_Wire_Brewing-Asheville_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Hi-Wire Brewing</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g60742-d7209432-Reviews-Wicked_Weed_Funkatorium-Asheville_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">The Funkatorium</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g60742-d8638250-Reviews-Smoky_Park_Supper_Club-Asheville_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Smoky Park Supper Club</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g60742-d4554500-Reviews-Sunshine_Sammies-Asheville_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Sunshine Sammies</a></li><li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FRestaurant_Review-g60742-d4990363-Reviews-Ultimate_Ice_Cream_Co-Asheville_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">Ultimate Ice Cream Company</a></li> Shops Mentioned in this Episode: <li><a href="https://www.whistshop.com/">Whist</a></li><li><a href="https://florabotanicalliving.com/">Flora</a></li> Instagram Photo Spots Mentioned in this Episode: <li><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10775740?URL&#61;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FAttraction_Review-g60742-d102846-Reviews-Biltmore-Asheville_North_Carolina.html%3Fcja%3D10775740%26cjp%3D9145556%26m%3D13092">The Biltmore</a></li><li><a href="https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9145556-10780389?url&#61;https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hotels.com%2Fho164370%2F">The Omni Grove Park Inn</a></li> Thanks for Listening! 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23. Let’s Peace Out and Go Kayaking in Asheville, North Carolina

Asheville

In this episode, Sophia answers some of your burning questions about all things Greek! Hear about her trip to Greece and learn about her favourite sites, experiences, and food! Opa!

DESTINATION: Greece

Athens

Style blogger Arkeedah McCormick joins this episode to talk about Atlanta’s red-hot restaurant scene, how the city has changed as it has grown in popularity, and which off-the-beaten spots visitors need to check out.“Love This City” is brought to you by The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless™ Card from Chase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Everything to Love About Atlanta

Atlanta

Ten cheap things to do in Auckland, from visiting a beachside café to island adventures or wine tasting. Listen to our Auckland podcast for advice about cheap things to do in Auckland, New Zealand.

Top 10 cheap things to do in Auckland

Auckland

In this episode, Thrillist host Wil Fulton looks at how the spirit of &#34;old Austin&#34; is adapting to a city of constant change; legendary journalist Dan Rather talks BBQ, Shiner Bock, and his new book; Queer Eye&#39;sBobby Berk deails his lockdown in Austin; Thrillist contributor Anastacia Uriegas helps us find the best breakfast tacos in town; producer Mia Faske profiles the Lone Star Lambdas, Austin&#39;s only LGBTQ&#43; square dancing group; Thrillist Editor in Chief and native Texan Helly Hollyman talks about new transplants and Austin&#39;s &#34;weird&#34; history. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Austin, TX: Best Breakfast Tacos, Dan Rather Talks Progress, LGBTQ+ Squaredancing

Austin

Hear about travel to the Island of Bali in Indonesia as the Amateur Traveler talks to David Brodie from TravelIn10.com about a recent family trip to this popular tropical destination.

AT#649 - Travel to Bali

Bali

O Say can you see? We’re in Baltimore, MD. We’ll learn about the Battle of Baltimore at Fort McHenry and the inspiration of the Star Spangled Banner. Then we dig deep into the history of Baltimore’s most famous resident, Edgar Allan Poe. We’ll sift through a huge collection of pop art and collectibles at the Geppi Museum, and learn about cracking codes at the National Cryptology museum.
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Episode 301 – Baltimore, MD Podcast

Baltimore

We&#39;re in Bangalore, India, with my new friend Rahu Rajguru of Turuhi.com. We talk about exploring Nandi Hills, colorful flowers at Lal Bagh Botanical Gardens, and the city’s themed pubs. Show notes are at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/bangalore">WeTravelThere.com/bangalore</a> Indulge in the timeless production of &#34;O&#34; by Cirque du Soleil, an aquatic tapestry of artistry, surrealism, and theatrical romance performed in, on and above water. Intermission is Over. Now Performing only at Bellagio, Las Vegas. Buy tickets now at <a href="https://cirquedusoleil.com/O">https://cirquedusoleil.com/O</a>

Bangalore, India | Nandi Hills, Botanical Gardens & Themed Pubs

Bangalore

Bangkok is teeming city of 10 million people and it’s arguably one of the most dynamic, exotic, and action-packed cities on the planet. How you should spend a few days there is a hugely subjective question, one with a myriad of answers. We’re often asked by friends, family, friends of friends, and friends of friends of some guy they met one time at a bar, “What should we do while in Bangkok?” On this episode we share with you some of our favorite things to do, places to visit, how to get to them, best spots for a drink and tasty food, and ensure that you don’t waste your time in Bangkok. Here’s how to spend Three Nights in Bangkok.

Talk Travel Asia, Episode 21: Three Nights in Bangkok

Bangkok

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E75: The Barcelona Spain Guyde

Barcelona

Hear about travel to Beijing, China as the Amateur Traveler talks to Daniel Rickleman who calls Beijing Home.

AT#638 - Travel to Beijing, China

Beijing

Hear about travel to Belize as the Amateur Traveler talks to Allison Greene from eternalarrival.com about her time in this small tropical country filled with shades of blue and green.

AT#586 - Travel to Belize

Belize City

A city of beauty, inwardness, and relentless, driving rain from which emerged Neo-Fjordic cuisine, Karl Ove Knausgård and with him a great literary renaissance.

Bergen

Hear about travel to Berlin as the Amateur Traveler talks to Dan Noll and Audrey Scott from uncorneredmarket.com about the city they now call home.

AT#684 - Travel to Berlin

Berlin

We&#39;re in Birmingham, Alabama, with Deborah Douglas, author of &#34;U.S. Civil Rights Trail” by Moon Travel Guides. Deborah and I talk about the story of the Birmingham Campaign, the Children’s Crusade, and Kelly Ingram Park. Show notes are at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/birmingham">https://WeTravelThere.com/birmingham</a> Miles and points make travel affordable, but tracking them is difficult. That&#39;s why I use AwardWallet to monitor my rewards, reservations, and free night certificates. Sign up for free at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/awardwallet">WeTravelThere.com/awardwallet</a>.

Birmingham, AL | Dynamite Hill, Kelly Ingram Park & Bethel Baptist Church

Birmingham, AL

Being that The Passenger is a travel show, one might expect us to highlight exotic, far-flung locales. And we will get to those. But it&#39;s equally important to look at places you may not have considered and really dig into their culture. And that brings us to Boise, Idaho, an unlikely international city with a rich cultural life full of music, food, and the great outdoors. I&#39;ll give you my take on what to check out, and I&#39;ll talk to Dave Yasuda of Snake River Farms about the Treefort Music Fest and why you should give finger steaks a try (or not). Follow me on Twitter and Instagram: &#64;hughacheson Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Basque, The Beer, And Built To Spill In Boise, Idaho

Boise

We&#39;ve been profiling some of America&#39;s most vibrant cities here on Out Travel the System, and now it&#39;s time to hear all about what you can experience Only in Boston.

Host  Nisreene Atassi  is joined by chef Paul Wahlberg of yes, that Wahlberg family, and <a href="https://www.almanovehingham.com/">Alma Nove</a> and <a href="https://wahlburgers.com/">Wahlburgers</a>, as well as Instagram eagle eye Kate Weiser of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bucketlistboston/">Bucket List Boston</a>.

Follow along as these two Boston insiders take you inside the city&#39;s past, present, and future. They include suggestions to follow the <a href="https://www.thefreedomtrail.org/">Freedom Trail</a> and visit Faneuil Hall, taking in a sporting event, or just heading out for a meandering long walk or bike ride.

Start planning out itinerary options for yourself for when you&#39;re ready to head to Beantown next, thanks to the great suggestions from our guests.

Things to experience: 
-the <a href="https://www.expedia.com/Isabella-Stewart-Gardner-Museum-Boston.d6070085.Vacation-Attraction?pwaLob&#61;wizard-package-pwa">Isabella Stewart Gardner museum</a> 
-<a href="https://www.expedia.com/Boston-Common-Boston.d507377.Vacation-Attraction?pwaLob&#61;wizard-package-pwa">Boston Common</a> (and the swan boats) 
-<a href="https://www.expedia.com/Fenway-Park-Boston.d6023384.Vacation-Attraction?pwaLob&#61;wizard-package-pwa">Fenway Park</a> 
-the <a href="https://www.expedia.com/New-England-Aquarium-Boston.d6070109.Vacation-Attraction?pwaLob&#61;wizard-package-pwa">New England Aquarium</a> 
-<a href="https://www.expedia.com/Boston-Museum-Of-Fine-Arts-FenwayKenmore.d6070025.Vacation-Attraction?pwaLob&#61;wizard-package-pwa">Boston Museum of Fine Arts</a> 
-<a href="https://www.expedia.com/Boston-Childrens-Museum-Boston.d6070041.Vacation-Attraction?pwaLob&#61;wizard-package-pwa">Boston Children&#39;s Museum</a> 
-<a href="https://www.expedia.com/Museum-Of-Science-West-End.d6070107.Vacation-Attraction?pwaLob&#61;wizard-package-pwa">Museum of Science, Boston</a> 
 
Places to eat:

<a href="https://www.toro-restaurant.com/">Toro</a> 
<a href="https://bricco.com/">Bricco</a> 
<a href="http://www.ristorantelimoncello.com/coming-soon/">Limoncello</a> 
<a href="https://www.legalseafoods.com/">Legal Seafoods</a> 
<a href="http://unionoysterhouse.com/">Union Oyster House</a> 
<a href="https://www.sullivanscastleisland.com/">Sully&#39;s</a> 
<a href="http://www.pizzeriaregina.com/">Regina&#39;s</a> 
<a href="https://www.expedia.com/Boston-Chinatown.dx6003519?pwaLob&#61;wizard-package-pwa">Chinatown</a> 
<a href="https://krasiboston.com/">Krasi</a> 
 
How to get around: 
<a href="https://www.bluebikes.com/">Blue Bikes</a> 
<a href="https://www.mbta.com/">Boston transit</a>

Only in Boston

Boston

In this episode, host Wil Fulton heads to Montana, to experience sub-zero temperatures, icy roads, and two of America&#39;s most increasingly popular tourist destinations: Bozeman and Livingston. We hear about the long and storied history of Livingston&#39;s historic Murray Hotel and Wil takes a plunge at the nearby Chico Hot Springs. In Bozeman, we chat with Dr. Shane Doyle about the Native history of the area, some of the nearby outdoor adventures, and some current and upcoming exhibits at the Museum of the Rockies. Afterwards, he talks with the team behind Bozeman&#39;s Lark Hotel about some attractions in the area, and the owner and general manager of Plonk, a nearby wine bar and (frankly, amazing) restaurant. Finally, with some help of a local meme page, &#34;Good Ol&#39; Bozeman&#34; (yes seriously), we connect with a local who helps us cover a topic we hit throughout the episode: with increasing tourism and new transplants driving up prices and disturbing the local way of life, how can we, as visitors, manage to avoid being jerks while visiting Montana? 

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A Field Guide to Not Being a Jerk in Bozeman (and Livingston) Montana

Bozeman

Q. Where can you see kangaroos on a beach? Sleep under the water in the middle of the world&#39;s most colourful reef? Stalk 50kg birds in an ancient forest, rent your own private isalnd, kayak one of only two everglades in the world, or learn how to spear fish with a First Nation guide?   A. Queensland - home to a rich diversity of wildlife, beautful beaches, perfect weather and a vibrant and delicious food and wine scene.   So is this Australian State really the best place in the world to vacation? Our guest, Shelley Winkel, reckons it&#39;s so and ExtraVirgin Food &amp; Travel Podcast host (and proud Queensland resident) Natascha Mirosch is inclined to agree. In this episode of ExtraVirgin, Shelley, consumer PR leader for Australia and New Zealand with Tourism and Events Queensland, intrepid adventurer and passionate local, shares her deep knowledge of her home State - from her top 3 road trips, to secrets like where you can  swim with turtles and dwarf minke whales, help scientists piece together dinosaur bones, have a free tour of the capital tailored to your own interests and toboggan sand dunes, as well as her favorite places to eat and drink and much more.

Paradise Found Queensland Australia

Brisbane

Malbec wine, passionfruit ice cream, and a powerful tea. We’re in Buenos Aires for caramel in a jar and a unique dish called alfajores with travel writer Shafik Meghji. [Ep 103]
Show Notes:
Shafik Meghji’s <a href="http://www.shafikmeghji.com/">website</a>
Shafik’s Rough Guide to Argentina <a href="https://books.roughguides.com/shop/rough-guide-argentina/">book</a>
<a href="https://malvonba.com.ar/">Malvon </a>restaurant and bakery
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/Persicco-175732715779558/">Perssico </a>ice cream shops

Destination Eat Drink – Buenos Aires with Shafik Meghji

Buenos Aires

Hear about travel to Vermont as the Amateur Traveler talks to Dana Freeman of findandgoseek.net about her adopted home state. Dana has lived in Vermont for 14 years and someday her children&#39;s children may be Vermonters.

AT#440 - Travel to Vermont

Burlington

Hear about travel to Egypt as the Amateur Traveler talks to Sally Elbassir from PassportAndPlates.com about this unique and wonderful country.

AT#728 - Travel to Egypt

Cairo

Hear about travel to Calgary, Alberta, and vacations from Calgary as the Amateur Traveler talks to Jody Robbins from Travels with Baggage about the area she calls home.

AT#749 - Travel to Calgary and the Canadian Rockies

Calgary

Whale sharks, Cocobongos and Cenotes are just some of the incredible attractions of Cancun, but there is so much more.From 5th avenue entertainment district, to the beautiful beaches of Tulum, Luis dishes out all the top tips to experience Cancun like a local!Plus, learn about Lauren’s time as cabin crew, are there some secrets to know?!<li>Which area is best to stay in?</li><li>Learn about the bars and restaurants that give you a true Mexican experience</li><li>How the Mayan Culture has an impact</li> This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Cancun: Whale sharks, Cocobongos and Cenotes, experience Cancun like a local!

Cancun

Beignets with a Senegalese flair, a bunny dish with NO rabbit, and the best drink to keep away the mosquitoes. This week we’re in Cape Town, South Africa with Elsje Erasmus of Cape Town Culinary Tours for all that plus coffee touba and a dish called bobotie. [EP63]
Show Notes:
Cape Town Culinary Tours <a href="https://www.capetownculinarytours.com/">https://www.capetownculinarytours.com/</a>
Cape Town Culinary Tours coupon code DEATDRINK2020 (15% off on our tours)
Black Mirror episode filmed in Cape Town <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Junipero">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Junipero</a>
Eastern Food Bazaar <a href="http://www.easternfoodbazaar.co.za/">http://www.easternfoodbazaar.co.za/</a>
Miriam’s Kitchen <a href="http://mariamskitchen.co.za/">http://mariamskitchen.co.za/</a>
Bo-Kapp neighborhood <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bo-Kaap">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bo-Kaap</a>
Fatima Sydow <a href="https://www.iol.co.za/lifestyle/food-drink/cape-malay-cuisine-gurus-fatima-and-gadija-sydow-release-new-cookbook-21430562">https://www.iol.co.za/lifestyle/food-drink/cape-malay-cuisine-gurus-fatima-and-gadija-sydow-release-new-cookbook-21430562</a>
Cafe Charles <a href="https://www.charles.capetown/">https://www.charles.capetown/</a>
Gold Restaurant <a href="http://goldrestaurant.co.za/">http://goldrestaurant.co.za/</a>
Marco’s African Place <a href="https://www.marcosafricanplace.com/">https://www.marcosafricanplace.com/</a>
African Cafe <a href="https://www.africacafe.co.za/">https://www.africacafe.co.za/</a>
Long March to Freedom <a href="https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/western-cape/monumental-long-march-to-freedom-exhibition-opens-in-cape-town-37194665">https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/western-cape/monumental-long-march-to-freedom-exhibition-opens-in-cape-town-37194665</a>
The Beer House <a href="https://www.beerhouse.co.za/">https://www.beerhouse.co.za/</a>
Openwine <a href="http://openwineza.co.za/">http://openwineza.co.za/</a>
Froggit &amp; Vonkel wine bar <a href="http://www.frogitt.co.za/">http://www.frogitt.co.za/</a>

Destination Eat Drink – Cape Town, South Africa

Cape Town

On this episode of Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan continue their tour of the South and spotlight Charleston’s history, food scene, and standout walks. Plus, a tale of a Ghost Dog named Poogan! Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Rainbow Row <a href="https://charleston.com/charleston-insider/lowcountry-lifestyles/the-captivating-history-of-rainbow-row"> https://charleston.com/charleston-insider/lowcountry-lifestyles/the-captivating-history-of-rainbow-row</a>  Fort Sumter <a href="https://www.nps.gov/fosu/index.htm">https://www.nps.gov/fosu/index.htm</a>  Nathaniel Russell House Museum <a href="https://www.historiccharleston.org/house-museums/nathaniel-russell-house/"> https://www.historiccharleston.org/house-museums/nathaniel-russell-house/</a> Old Slave Mart Museum <a href="https://www.charleston-sc.gov/160/Old-Slave-Mart-Museum"> https://www.charleston-sc.gov/160/Old-Slave-Mart-Museum</a>  Stems &amp; Skins <a href="https://stemsandskins.com/">https://stemsandskins.com/</a>  Obstinate Daughter <a href="https://theobstinatedaughter.com/">https://theobstinatedaughter.com/</a>  Husk <a href="https://thegrocerycharleston.com/">https://thegrocerycharleston.com/</a> The Grocery  <a href="https://thegrocerycharleston.com/">https://thegrocerycharleston.com/</a>  The Ordinary <a href="https://eattheordinary.com/">https://eattheordinary.com/</a>  Poogan’s Porch <a href="https://www.poogansporch.com/">https://www.poogansporch.com/</a>  Murakami Museum <a href="https://lithub.com/a-new-library-built-in-honor-of-haruki-murakami-will-open-in-2021/"> https://lithub.com/a-new-library-built-in-honor-of-haruki-murakami-will-open-in-2021/</a> Jumbo <a href="https://www.tufts.edu/about/jumbo#:~:text&#61;The%20tale%20of%20Tufts&#39;%20official,a%20veritable%20mecca%20on%20campus"> https://www.tufts.edu/about/jumbo#:~:text&#61;The%20tale%20of%20Tufts&#39;%20official,a%20veritable%20mecca%20on%20campus</a>.

Charleston Part 1

Charleston, SC

Grab your bottle of Malort, stuff your pockets with sausage, and act like the Cubs just won the World Series: on today&#39;s episode, we&#39;re eating (and drinking) our way through the Second City. Comedian and writer Ashley Ray joins Thrillist host Wil Fulton for a round of Chicago bar-themed trivia; Actor/Director Ravi Patel shares a story about his Chicago roots and his love/hate relationship with the Bears; producer Mia Faske risks being roasted by the legendary manager of the Weiner&#39;s Circle; Food Network&#39;s Jeff Mauro and his sister Emily Mauro host a &#34;Mauro Family Last Supper&#34; full of iconic Chicago dishes; Thrillist Executive Travel Editor Keller Powell details some of her favorite spots in Chicago to eat, drink, and stay. While you&#39;re here, check out Thrillist Chicago, and please remember to stay safe and support local businesses in any way you can! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Chicago: Booze, Hot Dogs, and Billy Goats

Chicago

We&#39;re in Cleveland, Ohio, with Kevin Payne of FamilyMoneyAdventure.com. Kevin and I talk about the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame, the house where A Christmas Story was filmed, and the annual Duck Tape Festival. Show notes are at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/cleveland">https://WeTravelThere.com/cleveland</a> I love to travel, but I hate waiting in airport security lines. We have a special limited time offer for listeners. Try CLEAR free for 2 months, when you go to <a href="http://wetravelthere.com/clear">wetravelthere.com/clear</a> and sign up today.

Cleveland, OH | Rock'N'Roll HoF, Christmas Story & Duct Tape Festival

Cleveland

In this week’s episode James and Lucy are joined by Like a Local: Copenhagen author Allan Mutuku-Kortbæk. Allan takes us through the different neighbourhoods of the Danish capital where old meets new in this progressive and inclusive city. Listen out for a secret deer park, historic amusement parks and one of the world&#39;s best cocktail bars. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Copenhagen

In this episode, Dr. Fatu &amp; Dr. Lola interviews Mrs. Khoudia Dia to learn about the beauty and culture of SENEGAL ( the hospitable country of Africa)    Guest Information: Mrs. Khoudia Dia  is a travel specialist and group travel organizer who specializes in organizing travel to her home country of Senegal! Khoudia understands Senegal through and through and promotes the culture and heritage of her beautiful country. You can connect with her on facebook &#64;Khodia Dia .      Meet Dr. Fatu &amp; Dr. Lola Dr. Fatu. Dr. Fatu grew up in Freetown, Sierra Leone, and moved to the US as a teenager, to pursue her dream of being a Doctor. Today She is an obstetrician-gynecologist, writer, and philanthropist who currently lives between Atlanta, Georgia, and Freetown, Sierra Leone, with her husband and four children <li>www.drfatuforna.com </li>    Dr. Lola. Dr. Lola is a Nigerian American who spent her early childhood in Lagos, Nigeria before moving to Atlanta with her family during her middle school years. Dr. Lola is a pediatric cardiologist and an &#34;ADHD Coach for women&#34; who currently lives in Orlando, Florida with her husband and three children. www.lollietasking.com Join us on our Luxury all-inclusive vacation to 2 African countries a year. <li>Travel with the promise of Africa in 2022: We will be visiting Sierra Leone and Tanzania. Visit, www.thepromiseofafrica.com/travel  to learn more</li>    Support the promise of Africa:  <li>By repping your roots by visiting www.thepromiseofafrica.com/shop</li><li>Support our Sponsors: www.thepromiseofafrica.com/sponsors</li><li>Learn more about the Promise of Africa:  www.thepromiseofafrica.com</li><li>Follow us on our social media pages:</li><li>  Instagram: www.instagram.com/thepromiseofafrica</li><li>Facebook:  www.facebook.com/groups/thepromiseofmamaafrica</li><li>Twitter: www.twitter.com/promise_africa</li>

020: SENEGAL, The hospitable country of Africa

Dakar

We&#39;re in Denver, Colorado, with Mitch Krayton of KraytonTravel.com. Mitch and I talk about the American Beer Festival, touring the Denver Mint, and the Unsinkable Molly Brown. Show notes are at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/denver">https://WeTravelThere.com/denver</a> Bluffworks’ stylish clothing is designed with the modern traveler in mind. It is wrinkle-resistant, machine washable, and very comfortable with hidden pockets to protect your valuables. Save 10% with our promo code at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/bluffworks">https://WeTravelThere.com/bluffworks</a>

Denver, CO | American Beer Festival, US Mint & Unsinkable Molly Brown

Denver

There used to be t-shirts that said “I’m so bad, I vacation in Detroit.” Now it’s not ‘funny’ anymore. Why are so many (especially European) visitors spending their holidays in Detroit? We tag along for the tourist experience, and see what people DO after they’ve crossed an ocean to be in Detroit.
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Tourist In Detroit

Detroit

Hear about travel to Qatar as the Amateur Traveler talks to Richard Parr from the Best In the World Podcast about this middle eastern country where he lived for 6 years.

AT#530 - Travel to Qatar

Doha

Fuel your wanderlust as we travel the globe, talking to ordinary people about why they love where they live. We explore beyond the guide books and tourist traps and discover local secrets. In this episode, we hear from Dubai where Farida Ahmed grew up and now runs a food tour business. Farida’s postcard takes us beyond the ultra-modern urban landscape you may know to the hidden gems of old Dubai, and to the desert beyond. With Farida’s help, we’ll dine on the local indigenous cuisine, sip tea and discover this diverse and ancient city, and its surroundings. Love this podcast? Support it at: https://ko-fi.com/extravirginfoodtravelpodcast

Postcard From Dubai, UAE

Dubai

Pól Ó Conghaile steps in to answer a question many of Dubin&#39;s first-time visitors ask... &#34;how much time should I spend there?&#34; Pól&#39;s got tips for setting your pace, things to see, and making the most of your visit to the Fair City.

#142 How Much Time Should I Spend in Dublin? - Featuring Pól Ó Conghaile - AUDIO

Dublin

Rob Rose, creator and host of the TV show Raw Travel, talks about the new season of the show. He tells me about his reluctance to visit Dubrovnik, Croatia and how the city ultimately surprised and delighted him. Plus, he talks about the capital of Croatia, Zagreb and a place called the Mosquito City. Of course we also talk food, like a local cheese and rakija, the Croatian firewater. [Ep 152]
Show Notes:
Raw Travel <a href="https://rawtravel.tv/">website</a>

Destination Eat Drink – Dubrovnik with Rob Rose of Raw Travel

Dubrovnik

In the final episode of Series 2, James and guest host Danielle chat to Dayna McAlpine, a food and drink writer from Edinburgh. Dayna takes us on a tour through the city, from Arthur&#39;s Seat to the Fringe, and to lesser-known corners of the capital. Listen out for eating and drinking in Leith, wild swimming in Portobello and the nightclub which became a lockdown pizzeria. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Edinburgh

Today James and Lucy travel to Florence, joined by Mary Gray, a Mississippi-born writer, journalist, and editorial consultant who’s been based in Florence for nine years. A city famed for its architecture, art history, and food, Mary guides us through the must-sees but also the other side of the city, debunking the myth of La Dolce Vita. Listen out for stimulating all your senses at the Sant’Ambrogio market, the house of English poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning at Casa Guidi and nearby hidden Tuscan gems. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Florence

We&#39;re in Halifax, Canada, with Nina Clapperton of NinaOutAndAbout.CA. We talk about climbing Citadel Hill, clam chowder at The Bicycle Thief, and visiting the Titanic Graveyard. Show notes are at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/halifax">https://WeTravelThere.com/halifax</a> Acorns invests your spare change automatically on every purchase. Plus, you can earn Found Money by shopping at participating retailers. It&#39;s a great way to build up your travel fund. For a limited time, sign up at <a href="https://wetravelthere.com/acorns">wetravelthere.com/acorns</a> and we’ll both earn $5.

Halifax, Canada | Citadel Hill, Clam Chowder & Titanic Graveyard

Halifax

Havana, Cuba is a place you should try to get to and if you do get there, be ready to be immersed in a culture that is all about getting by. In this episode, I&#39;ll talk about some of my — let&#39;s say eccentric experiences there and the sort of things you should be, yes, prepared for, but also just as importantly, open to, from restaurants facing shortages of supplies, to very limited internet service, to getting hustled for cigars. It&#39;s all a part of this larger picture of a people who, despite what they lack, are happy and friendly and welcoming.Speaking of hustle, I&#39;ll also talk to Afro-Cuban sensation <a href="https://cimafunk.com/">Cimafunk</a> about recording in France and where he likes to grab a drink when he&#39;s home. Follow me on Twitter and Instagram: &#64;hughacheson  Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Hustle And The Heart Of Havana

Havana

Grab your passport, we&#39;re headed to Hong Kong to sample amazing food and see the world’s largest permanent light and sound show. Today’s guest is Sarah Li-Cain of the Beyond the Dollar Podcast, where she and her co-host discuss the softer side of personal finance. Show notes will be available at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/hongkong">https://WeTravelThere.com/hongkong</a> When you can&#39;t travel, you can at least sleep like you&#39;re on vacation. For a limited time, listeners will get $125 off &amp; 2 free pillows when you use the link <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/nectar">https://WeTravelThere.com/nectar</a>

Hong Kong | Sarah Li-Cain and the world's largest light show

Hong Kong

Upscale soul food, the war of the breakfast taco, and a beer can museum in Houston, Texas. Plus we’ll have rice balls for freedom as we talk with Star Gilani of Best Bites Houston. [EP68]
Show Notes:
Best Bites Houston food tours <a href="https://www.bestbiteshouston.com/">https://www.bestbiteshouston.com/</a>
Discovery Green <a href="https://www.discoverygreen.com/">https://www.discoverygreen.com/</a>
La Carafe <a href="http://www.owlnet.rice.edu/~hans320/projects/lacarafe/">http://www.owlnet.rice.edu/~hans320/projects/lacarafe/</a>
Brasserie du Parc <a href="https://www.brasserieduparc.net/">https://www.brasserieduparc.net/</a>
Phoenicia Specialty Foods <a href="https://www.phoeniciafoods.com/locations/downtown-market/">https://www.phoeniciafoods.com/locations/downtown-market/</a>
Shawarma King <a href="https://www.kingofshawermahouston.com/">https://www.kingofshawermahouston.com/</a>
Cafe Layal <a href="https://www.cafelayalmidtowntx.com/#/">https://www.cafelayalmidtowntx.com/#/</a>
Kulture <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kulture_houston/">https://www.instagram.com/kulture_houston/</a>
Soliz Tacos <a href="https://www.solizcasadetacos.com/">https://www.solizcasadetacos.com/</a>
Kolache Shoppe <a href="https://www.kolacheshoppe.com/">https://www.kolacheshoppe.com/</a>
Pinkerton’s <a href="http://www.pinkertonsbarbecue.com/">http://www.pinkertonsbarbecue.com/</a>
Houston’s Little India <a href="https://houston.eater.com/maps/houston-restaurants-little-india-mahatma-gandhi-district">https://houston.eater.com/maps/houston-restaurants-little-india-mahatma-gandhi-district</a>
Flower Child <a href="https://www.iamaflowerchild.com/locations/houston-tx/">https://www.iamaflowerchild.com/locations/houston-tx/</a>
Flying Idlis <a href="https://flyingidlis.com/">https://flyingidlis.com/</a>
Booze, Bites and Historical Sites Tour <a href="https://www.bestbiteshouston.com/tour/booze-bites-historical-sites-tour/">https://www.bestbiteshouston.com/tour/booze-bites-historical-sites-tour/</a>
Montrose neighborhood <a href="https://www.visithoustontexas.com/about-houston/neighborhoods/montrose/">https://www.visithoustontexas.com/about-houston/neighborhoods/montrose/</a>
Hermann Park Conservancy <a href="https://www.hermannpark.org/">https://www.hermannpark.org/</a>
Star Eats <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stareats/">https://www.instagram.com/stareats/</a>
Menil <a href="https://www.menil.org/">https://www.menil.org/</a>
Museum of Fine Arts Houston <a href="https://www.mfah.org/">https://www.mfah.org/</a>
Houston Museum of Natural Science <a href="http://www.hmns.org/">http://www.hmns.org/</a>
Holocaust Museum <a href="https://hmh.org/">https://hmh.org/</a>
Beer Can House <a href="https://www.orangeshow.org/beer-can-house">https://www.orangeshow.org/beer-can-house</a>
Aga’s <a href="https://www.agasrestaurant.com/">https://www.agasrestaurant.com/</a>
The Breakfast Klub <a href="https://thebreakfastklub.com/">https://thebreakfastklub.com/</a>
Aqua S <a href="https://aquas.us.com/">https://aquas.us.com/</a>

Destination Eat Drink – Houston, TX

Houston

Istanbul, Turkey is famous for the Grand Bazaar and Turkish. We’ll talk about that plus try Meza, the powerful drink Raki, and Turkish pizza called Lahmacun. [Ep 129]

Show Notes:
<a href="https://culinarybackstreets.com/culinary-walks/istanbul/">Istanbul food tou</a>r with Ugur and Culinary Backstreets
Grand Bazaar <a href="https://www.kapalicarsi.com.tr/">website</a>
Mandabatmaz <a href="https://www.mandabatmaz.com.tr/">website</a>

Destination Eat Drink – Istanbul with Ugur Ildiz

Istanbul

Three fourths of Uganda‘s tourists visit from neighboring countries, proving that the East African country may be more of a bucket list destination for Westerners. Uganda’s natural beauty and rich history are an untapped resource for travelers—after all, Winston Churchill once coined Uganda “the pearl of Africa.”
This week, Travel Today with Peter Greenberg comes to you from Kampala, Uganda at the Speke Resort Munyonyo. We catch up with some of our regulars, but meet quite a few impressive locals as well.
Peter gets a chance to learn all about the history of Uganda as it is displayed at the Igongo Cultural Centre from owner James Tumusiime. He also catches up with an old friend, Amos Wekesa—the go-to guy for anything in Uganda.

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Travel Today - Kampala, Uganda

Kampala

काठमाडौंमा स्वागत छ WELCOME TO KATHMANDU Before going to Nepal, I’d been told that this country has some very friendly people – that show a genuine interest in who you are and where you’re from. And that was the case already in the taxi on the way from the airport to the city. In the car with Basu Rimal, he asked a lot about where I was from and what it was like there. He told me that he had been to Scandinavia. “I’ve been to Norway and Finland, but not Denmark yet. Scandinavia is really nice, I really liked it but it’s very cold.” Basu works in tourism and has a tour company called <a href="https://nepalayatreks.com/">Nepalaya Treks And Expedition</a>, where he does trekking in Himalaya. YOU DECIDED ON NEPAL In last week’s episode, I asked you where we should go. And there was a big majority in the votes that said that we should go to Nepal. Thank you all for being so active in saying your opinion on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond">The Radio Vagabond on Facebook</a>. I’m here with a good friend from Denmark, and we’re staying in a guest house called Ambassador Garden Home in a vibrant lively area called Thamel in the heart of Kathmandu. Thamel have the biggest tourist market in Nepal and the biggest business hub with a ton of guest houses, restaurants, shops, and bookstores. Obviously, I found Ambassador Garden Home on <a href="https://www.hotels25.com/">Hotels25.com</a>. LANGUAGE IN NEPAL Nepal has 122 major languages. Nepali is the most common spoken by 78% of the population either as first or second language and has official language status. But the other 121 languages are all recognized national languages. PATAN DURBAR SQUARE Patan Durbar Square is situated at the centre of the city of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patan,_Lalitpur">Lalitpur</a>, around 10 km from the city center of Kathmandu in <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nepal">Nepal</a>. This square is one of the three <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durbar_Square">Durbar Squares</a> in the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kathmandu_Valley">Kathmandu Valley</a>, which are all <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site">UNESCO World Heritage Sites</a>.  The Durbar Square is a marvel of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newar_architecture">Newar architecture</a>. The square floor is tiled with red bricks. There are many <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Temples">temples</a> in the area. There is also a bell beside the main temples. It’s a stunning and lively area. NEPAL EARTHQUAKE In April 2015 the square was heavily damaged by the big <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/April_2015_Nepal_earthquake">Nepal Earthquake</a>.  The earthquake struck near the city of Kathmandu in central Nepal. About 9,000 people were killed, many thousands more were injured, and more than 600,000 structures in Kathmandu and other nearby towns were either damaged or destroyed. The initial shock registered a magnitude of 7.8, with the epicentre only around 77 km (48 miles) northwest of Kathmandu. And two large aftershocks, with magnitudes 6.6 and 6.7, shook the region within one day of the main quake. Here is a <a href="https://youtu.be/U7c3YoMy4uc">YouTube video</a> shot right here when the earthquake hit. 7 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT KATHMANDU <li>Big City in the Valley</li> Kathmandu is the capital city and largest city of Nepal with a population of 1.5 million in the city, and 3 million in its wider urban areas across the Kathmandu Valley. <li>Kathmandu is the 17th highest capital in the world</li> Last week we were in La Paz, Bolivia – the highest capital in the world, and Kathmandu is also up there. Standing at approximately 1,400 meters (4,600 feet) above sea level it’s number 17 on the list. <li>City of Glory</li> Kathmandu is known as Kantipur which means the city of glory. The rich ancient culture and diverse religion make this city as the city of glory. <li>UNESCO Hot Spot</li> Kathmandu valley is full of cultures and heritage sites. It has seven UNESCO World Heritage sites. The Kathmandu Valley itself was accorded the status of a World Heritage Site in 1979. <li>The World’s Biggest Mountain is Close</li> Mt. Everest is 240 km away from Kathmandu and is seen from Kathmandu valley. <li>Never a Colony</li> Even though this country lies in between the two big countries India and China, which was ruled by the British, Nepal was never a colony and never ruled by any foreigners and other countries. <li>Kingdom</li> Nepal was a kingdom ruled by the Shah family 1768 to 2008. The beginning of the end for the kingdom was when the Crown Prince killed his father the king, his mother, brother, sister, and many other members of his family in 2001. ROYAL MASSACRE I’m visiting the place where it all happened. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narayanhiti_Palace">Narayanhiti Palace</a> is now a <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narayanhiti_Palace">museum</a>, and used to be the royal palace. This is where most of the royal family got killed by the Crown Prince on the 1st of June 2001. Here’s how the official story goes: The Royal family gathered on a Friday, as they usually did on Fridays for a family evening. The king, the queen, their kids and a few cousins and close friends. In total 24 people were invited. After dinner, the Crown Prince Dipendra was in the pool room playing pool alone while drinking whiskey and smoking a cigar containing a mixture of hashish … as he often did. When his brother Prince Niranjan and other family members noticed that he was starting to sway back and forth and had difficulty standing, they suggested that he went to bed. While he was in the bedroom, he made several phone calls to his girlfriend, Devyani Rana. She later said that she noticed that his voice sounded a little weak and very slurry, so she called his assistant and asked him to go and check on him to make sure he was okay. He and another assistant went into Dipendra’s bedroom and found him lying on the floor. They helped him undress and then he went into the bathroom and started throwing up. He then turned to his assistants and asked them to leave the room and called his girlfriend one last time and said to her: “I’m going to bed. Goodnight, we’ll talk tomorrow.” But he didn’t go to bed. After this call, he put on an army uniform, and armed himself to the teeth with an MP5 machine gun, an M16 assault rifle, and a Glock pistol. And left the bedroom. He then started walking back to the pool room where the family and friends were chatting and having drinks. At this time, his father King Birendra, was sitting at the pool table, entertaining the guests with a story.  Dipendra reached the pool room and stood at the door. First fired one shot from the machine gun toward the ceiling. Conversation stopped and they all looked towards the door in disbelief. WHAT ARE YOU DOING, SON? Dipendra then pointed the gun at his father, the King and shot and wounded him. Witnesses later told that the King just looked at him and said, “What are you doing, son?” – before he fell to the floor. Dipendra then opened fire again and killed half of his family in that one room. His mother and his brother managed to escape into the palace grounds. But Dipendra followed them and shot them dead too. In the massacre, he killed his father, his mother, his younger brother, his sister, and other close members of his family. In total nine members of the royal family was killed, and five others wounded. At the end, Dipendra turned the gun on himself. He didn’t die intently and while coma at the hospital, he was crowned king – according to rules of succession. But died in hospital three days after the massacre without regaining consciousness.  WHY DID HE DO IT? No one really knows why he did this. Some say that he wanted to depose his father and install himself as king – bringing the monarchy back to absolute rule. Others say that he was put up to this by his uncle, the king’s younger brother, who wanted to be king himself. Some say that he was angry at his family because they wouldn’t let him marry the woman that he loved – Devyani Rani who was a member of a riveling dynasty. And then… some say that he didn’t pull the trigger. He was described as an always smiling gentleman and a modernist who would be for democracy in Nepal. Much controversy and conspiracies surround the circumstances of the massacre. Even today. Many questions remain unresolved. Questions like the apparent lack of security at the event; the absence of the Prince Gyanendra, Dipendra&#39;s uncle who succeeded him. Also, the fact that Dipendra&#39;s self-inflicted head-wound was located at his left temple, despite him being right-handed. And the fact that the investigation only lasted for two weeks and wasn’t very thorough. It didn’t involve any major forensic analysis – despite an offer by Scotland Yard to carry one out. But according to a government-appointed inquiry team the Crown Prince Dipendra was named as perpetrator of the massacre. I’ve put a link to a <a href="https://youtu.be/UHbxrXm0d1Q">video from Journeyman Pictures</a> where surviving family members tell their eyewitness accounts of what happened. NARAYANHITI PALACE MUSEUM The visit to the Narayanhiti Palace Museum was absolutely fascinating! It feels like walking through the history of Shah dynasty of Nepal. Everything inside the palace makes you seem royal. Larger than life pictures and paintings of Royals of Nepal, and lots and lots of mirrors can be found on every place you look. You will get a lot of steps walking through each and every part of the museum and I encourage you to do so if you want the best experience. Entrance fee was 500 Nepalese Rupee (bit more than 4 USD, bit less than 4 Euro). You must hand in cameras and phones as photography is strictly prohibited. So, I don’t have any pictures from the visit. They also told me that I couldn’t bring my microphone – even though it was clearly not a camera. So, since I don’t have any pictures from the visit, you’ll have to go yourself when you’re in Kathmandu, and don&#39;t forget to look for the bullet holes! WEATHER IN NEPAL What about the weather in Kathmandu? Well, the wet season is warm, muggy, and partly cloudy and the dry season is comfortable and mostly clear. I’m here in December – in what is called “The cool season” and normally lasts for two months, from early December. And I could feel it was a bit chilly when I arrived. In Nepal, there are different climates according to altitude: the sub-tropical climate with a rainy season in the southern flat strip, the temperate climate in the low mountains, and finally, the cold mountain climate in the peaks of the Himalayas. In the summer monsoon from June to early October they get a lot of rain. SWAYAMBHUNATH STUPA – MONKEY TEMPLE The Swayambhunath Stupa (also called Monkey Temple) is one of most interesting places in the Kathmandu Valley, when it comes to architecture. And when they call it The Monkey Temple, there’s a reason for that. Hundreds, if not thousands of monkeys run around here. And they are not shy. As you can see in the main photo of this episode, a monkey walked past me and pushed me a bit as I was doing some recordings while leaning against a wall. The Stupa itself is a perfectly proportioned monument in the middle that rises through a whitewashed dome to a gilded spire, from where four iconic faces of the Buddha look out across the valley in different directions. Above the stupa are thousands of prayer flags, with mantras, which are said to be carried to heaven by the Wind Horse. The site was also shaken severely by the 2015 earthquake, but the main stupa only got superficial damage. I’LL BE BACK My three-day visit to Kathmandu was coming to an end. Sitting in the airport I knew one thing: I’m doing an “Arnold” when I say that I’ll be back. And this is not something, I say every time I leave a place (but often). In this case it’s something, I know for sure. And when I do, I want to find a nice little quiet place in the mountains and stay longer. I want to be able to wake up and have my morning coffee with a stunning view. And spend some time getting close to the wonderful people of this country. And get some quality time with the people I already met, like Basu, and most of all someone, you didn’t hear speak in this episode: Ajay. He appears briefly in the <a href="https://www.theradiovagabond.com/150-robin-is-a-different-kind-of-full-time-traveller/"> interview episode</a>, I made here with another traveller, Robin when I was here. Robin is this young German backpacker, who met Ajay on a previous trip. Ajay was his tuk-tuk driver, he invited Robin home to meet his family and this time Robin was back. Ajay lives a bit away from Kathmandu and took time off from work to show us around his capital city. Since then, I’ve been in regular contact with Ajay, and he is one of the reasons, I really want to come back here. My name is Palle Bo, and I gotta keep moving. See you.

225 NEPAL: Nature, Massacre, Monkeys and Friendly People

Kathmandu

We&#39;re in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia with Grant Samson of VoyageurExperiences.com. We climb the KL Tower and Petronas Towers, explore the Batu Caves (a Hindu shrine), and enjoy amazing food at incredibly low prices. Show notes are at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/kualalumpur">https://WeTravelThere.com/kualalumpur</a> When booking hotels, use the Dosh cashback app. You&#39;ll receive competitive rates at over 600,000 hotels around the world plus earn up to 20% cash back on your stay! Use promo code &#34;Timmy&#34; when you open your free account at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/dosh">WeTravelThere.com/dosh</a>

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Exploring the Batu Caves with Grant

Kuala Lumpur

We&#39;re in Osaka, Japan, with my new friend La Carmina of LaCarmina.com. In this episode, we talk about celebrating the Buddhist Obon holiday, Hanami cherry blossom viewing, and touring the Osaka Castle. Show notes are at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/osaka">https://WeTravelThere.com/osaka</a> I love to travel, but I hate waiting. CLEAR uses biometrics to verify your identity to skip airport security lines. With this limited-time offer for listeners, you can try CLEAR free for 2 months, when you sign up at <a href="https://wetravelthere.com/clear">wetravelthere.com/clear</a>.

Osaka, Japan | Obon Holiday, Hanami Cherry Blossoms & Osaka Castle

Kyoto

Abdulkamal is from Lagos, Nigeria and is here to share his story and recommendations about the city and country! I&#39;m particularly excited to share this episode with you as I lived in Lagos for 2 years as a kid - it&#39;s been a trip down memory lane.  For more information check out traveltalk.io Sound editing: Evan Kolesar  Content editing: Jen Liu Editor: Nebula Halseth

Episode 26 - Nigeria with Abdulkamal

Lagos

In this episode, host Wil Fulton sits down with advertising (and Vegas!) legend Billy Vassiliades of R&amp;R Partners, who led the team that created the iconic &#34;What Happens Here, Stays Here&#34; campaign in the early 00s. We hear the untold story of the ideation (featuring two Minnesotan stay-at-home moms with a big secret) of the campaign, and its immediate cultural impact on the city, and the travel industry. We also hear from artist and podcaster Brent Holmes (check out Spectacle: Las Vegas, right now!) for a local&#39;s perspective on Vegas, including recommendations and a slice of history from Chinatown and Downtown Las Vegas (like the excellent Atomic Liquors, the city&#39;s oldest freestanding bar). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

The Untold Story of "What Happens Here, Stays Here," the Greatest Travel Slogan of All Time

Las Vegas

Hear about travel to Lima, Peru as the Amateur Traveler talks to Maggie O’Reilly from the Mayta Collection about a city she has come to love.

AT#668 - Travel to Lima Peru

Lima

In This Episode - Stories About The Best Food To Eat In Lisbon, Portugal:
 

Fishy history - the surprising story of how cod became one of Portugal’s national dishes


Porky power - The Portuguese sandwich that locals can’t seem to get enough of


Plus, the Lisbon liqueur that left our shoes sticking to the sidewalk.




Get the full article with 35&#43; dishes to discover in Lisbon at https://foodfuntravel.com/lisbonpodcast/


 

S2E21 Lisbon: What To Eat (Inc. History of Bacalhau & Bifana)

Lisbon

Author Louis Chude-Sokei was born in what is now Nigeria, spent part of his childhood in Jamaica, and came of age in Los Angeles. This mix of places and cultures shaped his life—but also left him feeling unmoored. One day, as an adult traveling home to the United States from Nigeria, he passed through London just in time for the city’s famous Notting Hill Carnival. And there, in that swirl of music and people, he finally found a sense of belonging.Read Louis&#39;s memoir &#34;Floating in a Most Peculiar Way&#34;: https://bookshop.org/a/2660/9781328841582

Finding Home in London's Carnival

London

We&#39;re in Los Angeles, California, with my new friend Danny Jensen, the author of “Secret Los Angeles” by Reedy Press. We talk about catching a show at the Magic Castle, climbing the Secret Stairs, and concerts at the Hollywood Bowl. Show notes are at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/la">https://WeTravelThere.com/la</a> Indulge in the timeless production of &#34;&#34;O&#34;&#34; by Cirque du Soleil, an aquatic tapestry of artistry, surrealism, and theatrical romance performed in, on and above water. Intermission is Over. Now Performing only at Bellagio, Las Vegas. Buy tickets now at <a href="https://cirquedusoleil.com/O">cirquedusoleil.com/O</a>.

Los Angeles, CA | Magic Castle, Secret Stairs & Hollywood Bowl

Los Angeles

Hear about travel to Louisville, Kentucky as the Amateur Traveler talks to Jason Falls, social media author and speaker about his home town.
Jason says, &#34;Louisville is a fantastic city, it also has a lot going on from a tourism standpoint.

AT#467 - Travel to Louisville, Kentucky

Louisville

The BIG Top Ten classic attractions in the Imperial City of Marrakech. 1. Jemma al Fnaa square 2. The new Yves St Laurent Muséum 3. The fabulous Majorelle Gardens 4. Saadian tombs 5. Bahia palace 6. Menara garden 7. El Badi palace 8. Maison de photographie 9. Museee de Marrakech 10. Musée de Confluences and Bacha Coffee Introduced by Morocco experts Mike and Lucie in discussion with Oliver.

Top Ten - The Classic Must See Marrakech Destinations

Marrakech

On this episode of Hawaii’s Best, Bryan catches up with co-founder and CEO of Shaka Guide, Andrew Fowers, and this time it’s all about Maui. Get Episode Show Notes Here:  --&gt; <a href="https://hawaiisbesttravel.com/episode61">hawaiisbesttravel.com/episode61</a> &lt;-- Andrew gives us a comprehensive Maui travel guide along with some interesting history, and well-informed tips for visitors.Maui is the second-largest Hawaiian island, and it&#39;s nicknamed the “Valley Isle” because it has a large isthmus separating its northwestern and southeastern volcanic masses.West Maui contains resort areas like Kaanapali, Kapalua, and Lahaina. You can see a lot of whales from all of the beautiful beaches from November - March-ish.Upcountry is wetter and greener than West Maui. You can tour Protea Gardens, Kula Country Farms, or the Maui winery where you can taste pineapple wine. Andrew highly recommends checking out the Kula Botanical Garden.Up the mountain, you’ll find Haleakala - you can drive up some switchbacks and view some amazing spots of the crater and the whole valley. The crater is about the size of Manhattan Island, and in the <a href="https://www.hawaiisbesttravel.com/shaka/">Shaka Guide Tour</a> Andrew recommends a few specific viewpoints along the drive. The legend of Haleakala is that this is where the demigod Maui lassoed the sun. (If you visit during sunrise hours, make sure you make a reservation with the National Park).The eastern side is most famous for the road to Hana, a skinny highway with lots of bridges and amazing views. People like to check out Twin Falls, Black Sand Beach (which requires a reservation), and of course Hana Town. Past Hana Town, you can find the Seven Sacred Falls.Make sure to check out <a href="https://www.hawaiisbesttravel.com/shaka/">Shaka Guide’s Circle Island tour</a> for the best way to get the most out of your trip to Maui! EPISODE RESOURCES<li><a href="https://www.shakaguide.com/planyourtrip/maui/the-ultimate-maui-travel-guide">The Ultimate Maui Travel Guide by Shaka Guide</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hawaiisbesttravel.com/shaka/">Download the Maui Guide App</a></li>TRAVEL PONO (Responsibly)<li><a href="https://hawaiisbesttravel.com/pono">Pono Pledge Website</a></li><li><a href="http://hawaiicovid19.com/travel">HawaiiCovid19.com/travel</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hawaiisbesttravel.com/how-to-travel-to-hawaii-right-now/">How to Travel to Hawaii Right Now: Episode 50</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hawaiisbesttravel.com/travel-responsibly-to-hawaii/">Traveling to Hawaii Responsibly: Episode 55</a></li>SPREAD ALOHA Be sure you <a href="https://hawaiisbesttravel.com/listen">subscribe to the podcast</a> to automatically receive your episodes! Have a Question? Wanna Share Your Hawaii Tips or Experience? Send us a message, and we’ll share it on the podcast: <a href="http://speakpipe.com/hawaiisbest">speakpipe.com/hawaiisbest</a> Get Episode Show Notes Here:  --&gt; <a href="https://hawaiisbesttravel.com/episode61">hawaiisbesttravel.com/episode61</a> &lt;-- CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL<li>Instagram: <a href="http://instagram.com/Hawaiis.Best">Instagram.com/Hawaiis.Best</a></li><li>Facebook: <a href="http://facebook.com/HawaiisBestTravel">Facebook.com/HawaiisBestTravel</a></li><li>Join our Visit Hawaii Facebook Group: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/groups/traveltohawaii">www.facebook.com/groups/traveltohawaii</a> </li>As always, continue to live out aloha no matter where you are in the world. Thank you for living a rating and review of what you love most about Hawaii. Until next time, be well, aloha!<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hawaiisbest">Support the show</a>

Maui Travel Guide

Maui

Come on an adventure and fuel your wanderlust as we travel the globe, talking to ordinary people about why they love where they live. We explore beyond the guide books and tourist traps and discover local secrets. This episode, we hear from Cat Woods, a writer and yoga/pilates teacher in Melbourne, Australia, where a big city incorporates a multitude of eclectic neighbourhoods that entice you with unique shopping, food, galleries, parks and beaches. Cat gives us her tips on exploring the city, offering up her favourite cafes, music venues and weekend activities.  See Melbourne through the eyes of a local.

Postcard From Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne

With Not Lost’s executive producers breathing down his neck for an actual dinner party, Brendan and Danielle Henderson head to CDMX to see if mi casa is really su casa. From dance lessons to shamanistic rituals, they strive to understand this vast metropolis… while also finagling an invitación fiesta. Will the masked wrestlers of Lucha Libre bodyslam our duo into understanding the coolest city in North America? Or will Montezuma’s notorious vengeance take them out instead?
Not Lost is a co-production of Pushkin Industries, Topic Studios and iHeartMedia.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Mexico City: Mi Casa, Mi Casa

Mexico City

Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood is filled with great spots to explore for the foodie traveler. We try Cubano sandwiches, plantain tostones, and cool off with a mojito. Plus, we learn about the coffee culture of the local ventanitas with foodie tour guide Robyn Webb of Miami Culinary Tours [EP133]

Show Notes:
Miami Culinary Tours <a href="https://www.miamiculinarytours.com/">website </a>
Ball &amp; Chain <a href="https://ballandchainmiami.com/">website</a>
El Pub restaurant <a href="https://www.elpubrestaurant.com/">website</a>
Robyn’s <a href="https://parismadeforyou.com/">Paris tour company</a>

Destination Eat Drink – Little Havana in Miami with Robyn Webb

Miami

Milano Torinio, Negroni Sbagliato, Americano... Milan loves her cocktails so much that the city perfected late afternoons to the art of the aperitivo. Join me with Sara Porro, a journalist who knows more food and restaurants than Michelin. We talk Milan&#39;s restaurant and cocktail scene, and get down with the aperitivi. Drink up! <a href="https://www.ciaobella.co/erica-firpo/aperitivoinmilanporro">Aperitivo in Milano</a> <a href="http://www.ciaobella.co/">Ciao Bella</a> <a href="http://www.instagram.com/ericafirpo">INSTAGRAM: &#64;EricaFirpo</a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/moscerina">TWITTER &#64;moscerina</a>

Aperitivo O'clock in Milan with Sara Porro

Milan

We&#39;re in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with Jenna Kashou, the author of &#34;100 things to do in Milwaukee before you die.&#34; She talks about the Harley Davidson Museum, best eats in the Third Ward, and why you should Fear the Deer. Show notes are at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/milwaukee">https://WeTravelThere.com/milwaukee</a> Bluffworks’ stylish clothing is designed with the modern traveler in mind. It is wrinkle-resistant, machine washable, and very comfortable with hidden pockets to protect your valuables. Save 10% with our promo code at <a href="https://WeTravelThere.com/bluffworks">WeTravelThere.com/bluffworks</a>

Milwaukee, WI | Riding Harleys and Fear The Deer

Milwaukee

In this episode ,host Wil Fulton speaks with Thrillist Senior Staff Writer and Twin Cities native Dustin Nelson, who explains why the Twin Cities area is one of the most underappreciated destinations in America. We also hear from chef Yia Vang (Union Hmong Kitchen), the wildly talented Nur-D, journalist Dara Grumdahl-Moskowitz (MSP Magazine), Ashley Ryan from 1st Avenue, and chef Jamal Hashi. Special thanks to the Frogtown Curling Club. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

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