S1 Ep442: Finding a Fragrant Fragment of France
Situated east of Madagascar off Africa's eastern coast, the Comoros Islands make a unique and exotic destination.
2m Dec 01, 2015
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S1 Ep441: Avoiding the Worst Seats in the Air
Every airplane has certain seats that are even less comfortable than others. These are to avoided, even it entails paying more.
2m Dec 01, 2015
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S1 Ep440: Going Gonzo Over Gozo
The second largest island in the Mediterranean nation of Malta has been captivating travelers since Odysseus.
2m Dec 01, 2015
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S1 Ep439: Going to Extremes in the USA
Can you name the northern, eastern, southern, and westernmost points in the country? We can.
2m Dec 01, 2015
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S1 Ep438: Tips on How to Make Sure Your Luggage Arrives When You Do
Getting to your destination and discovering your bags have gone astray is always a major hassle. We offer tips to minimize the chances of that happening to you.
2m Nov 23, 2015
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S1 Ep437: Tips for Travelers in Trouble Abroad
Headlines make it clear that foreign travel can always be a risky proposition. Here are thoughts to keep in mind and out of trouble.
2m Nov 23, 2015
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S1 Ep436: Tips for Cheap Ski Trails
With travel, lift tickets, equipment rentals, and other costs, a ski trip can be an expensive proposition. Here's one way to save: have a hostel experience.
2m Nov 23, 2015
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S1 Ep435: Traveling from Heathrow to London in 15 Minutes
Taking just 15 minutes between Heathrow Airport and Paddington Station, the London Heathrow Express is by far the quickest way to go.
2m Nov 04, 2015
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S1 Ep434: A History of Getting Around in London
Housed in the former Covent Garden, the London Transport Museum is a foamer's dream.
2m Nov 04, 2015
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S1 Ep433: Getting Into Nicaragua
Too long off North American travel maps, this Central American nation is welcoming visitors again.
2m Nov 04, 2015
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S1 Ep432: National Geography Awareness Week
Over the next five days, students across the country will Explore: the Power of Maps.
2m Nov 04, 2015
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S1 Ep431: How to Fly Without a Valid Ticket
Although more restricted, airline gate agents still have plenty of control about who gets on the plane. Sometimes, seemingly inflexible rules can be bent.
2m Nov 04, 2015
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S1 Ep430: Breaking Baguettes on Bora Bora
This south Pacific paradise has entranced many travelers over the years. It still does.
2m Nov 04, 2015
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S1 Ep429: Who Gets Bumped?
On many flights, there are more passengers than seats to accommodate them. We offer insights and advice.
2m Nov 04, 2015
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S1 Ep428: When Actions Speak Louder Than Words
Whenever you find yourself dealing with people of different cultures remember that sometimes how you say something is as important as what you say.
2m Nov 04, 2015
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S1 Ep427: Tips for De-stressing Travel
Flying can be an unpleasant hassle, but you can take steps to improve your overall experience.
2m Oct 26, 2015
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S1 Ep426: Tracking a Meteor Through Paris
The Meteor, the modern Metro line is an excellent option for exploring the City of Lights.
2m Oct 26, 2015
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S1 Ep425: A Guide to Cruising the Seven Seas
These days cruise ships can convey travelers to virtually any part of the 71 percent of the Earth's surface that is ocean.  And don't forget about its rivers.
1m Oct 26, 2015
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S1 Ep424: In the Cradle Of German Culture
Situated in south central Germany, Weimar has again become a magnet for travelers who appreciate art and history.
1m Oct 26, 2015
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S1 Ep423: What to Do when You Can't Find a Seat
What happens when the flight that perfectly fits your itinerary is unavailable? Airline Waitlists still exist.
2m Oct 26, 2015
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S1 Ep422: Down in Death Valley
The lowest, hottest, driest place in North America, Death Valley can also be stunningly beautiful.
2m Oct 26, 2015
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S1 Ep421: Taking a Flying Leap Off an Amazing Bridge
On one day each year, people gather near Fayetteville, WV to take a stroll across a spectacular bridge that spans the New River Gorge. A surprising number come to jump off. The 2019 edition of Bridge Day takes place this Saturday, October 19.
2m Sep 29, 2015
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S1 Ep420: Inching toward Winter
Each autumn, at the Banner Elk Woolly Worm Festival, the residents of this charming North Carolina village get together to find out what the winter's weather will be.
2m Sep 29, 2015
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S1 Ep419: A Portfolio of Long Distance Flights
With a proliferation of long distance routes, commercial airline passengers can now fly halfway around the world in a single flight, which is about as far as most people want to go.
2m Sep 29, 2015
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S1 Ep418: Exploring the Squares of London
Its wonderful parks notwithstanding, London is also rich with unique and historic city squares.
2m Sep 29, 2015
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S1 Ep417: Columbus Day in Columbus U.S.A.
Over 50 cities, towns, and villages in the U.S.A. are named after this ship's captain from Genoa, Italy.
2m Sep 29, 2015
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S1 Ep416: Stalking Viking Gold in Stockholm
Hundreds of places across the U. S. have been set aside for the appreciation of future generations. Each has its own story to tell.
2m Sep 18, 2015
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S1 Ep415: Taking Part in the Natchitoches Historical Pilgrimage
One one weekend a year, the venerable homes of this historical Louisiana town are open to the public.
2m Sep 18, 2015
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S1 Ep414: A Compendium of Special Places
The editors of National Geographic Traveler asked a dozen writers about places that are special to them.
2m Sep 18, 2015
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S1 Ep413: Being Charmed by Charleston
South Carolina's showplace city has known both good times and bad. This is a very good time.
2m Sep 18, 2015
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S1 Ep412: Enjoying the Inns of Lake Massawippi
This bucolic corner of SE Quebec is especially beautiful when the leaves turn.
2m Sep 18, 2015
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S1 Ep411: Going Around the World in Eighty Days
On October 2, 1873, Jules Verne's fictional Phileas Fogg wagered he could travel around the world in 80 days, but even back then, the journey was entirely do-able.
2m Sep 18, 2015
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S1 Ep410: All You Need to Know about Visas
A valid passport is essential, but many countries still require foreign travelers to get a visa before they visit.
2m Sep 18, 2015
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S1 Ep409: Is Your Passport about to Expire?
To enter most countries, you need to have at least six months of validity left on your passport.
2m Sep 18, 2015
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S1 Ep408: Doing Time in Tasmania
Once the last stop in the British penal system, Port Arthur is now a major attraction on this intriguing island.
2m Sep 18, 2015
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S1 Ep407: Enjoying a Thousand Pound Marlin and a Ton of Privacy
Set inside Australia's Great Barrier Reef, Lizard Island is a most exclusive retreat.
2m Sep 18, 2015
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S1 Ep406: Reading the Footnotes on the Highway of Life
All across America, roadside markers have a lot to say about who did what here that makes this place someplace special.  All you have to do is stop and read.
2m Sep 09, 2015
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S1 Ep405: In a Room with a View - of the Foliage
Want to witness the most magnificent fall panoramas? Consider spending a night in a fire-tower.
2m Sep 09, 2015
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S1 Ep404: Capturing the Fall Foliage
Even with the most modern cameras, it's still difficult to take a picture of magnificent reality In front of you..
2m Sep 09, 2015
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S1 Ep403: Explaining Why Autumn Leaves Are Falling
All across the northern hemisphere, the foliage is undergoing a colorful transformation. Here's why.
2m Sep 09, 2015
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S1 Ep402: Breaking the Rules in Brussels
The seat city of the EU is full of surprises.
2m Sep 09, 2015
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S1 Ep401: Take Time to Smell the Flowers, but Don't Miss the Boat
Trips seldom go exactly as planned. Sometimes they go better. You attitude to what happens can make all the difference. Managing the expectations of travel can be an important element of enjoying a trip.
2m Sep 09, 2015
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S1 Ep400: Enjoying Oktoberfest
Munich's annual fall extravaganza is the mother of all beer bashes.
2m Sep 09, 2015
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S1 Ep399: Exploring a Mutineers' Paradise
Norfolk Island, the south Pacific bastion, has been a British prison and refuge for Bounty mutineers.
2m Sep 09, 2015
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S1 Ep398: Star-watching in Socorro
The Very Large Array in New Mexico offers earthbound travelers a galactic point of perspective.
2m Sep 09, 2015
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S1 Ep397: Serving Icewater in Hell
Wall Drug has been enticing travelers for more than 80 years.
2m Sep 09, 2015
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S1 Ep396: Trading Places When Going Places
Sometimes when planning a long stay someplace, exchanging homes with people who live there can be an excellent alternative.
2m Aug 17, 2015
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S1 Ep395: Remembering Barbara Fritchie
While the story of 95-year-old Barbara Fritchie defying Confederate General Stonewall Jackson on this day in 1862 may be somewhat apocryphal, the people of Frederick, Maryland still celebrate her memory.
2m Aug 17, 2015
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S1 Ep394: Managing International Risks
Although the headlines can make travel seem dangerous, the overwhelming reality is otherwise. Still, it's always wise to travel with foresight and be prepared for the unexpected.
2m Aug 17, 2015
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S1 Ep393: Seeing More of Samoa
This chain of islands in the Southwest Pacific consists of both an independent national and a U.S. territory. Though distinct in character today, both share a common heritage and culture.
2m Aug 17, 2015
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