S1 Ep292: Searching for Rome in Lincoln
The remains of Roman Britannia lie beneath the streets of this venerable cathedral town 100 miles north of London.
2m Mar 30, 2015
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S1 Ep291: Tiptoeing Through the Tulips of Washington State
Sixty miles north of Seattle, the Skagit Valley becomes a blooming wonder this time each year.
2m Mar 16, 2015
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S1 Ep290: With an Essential Ingredient of Any Good Trip
Getting a good night's sleep is an important prescription for a successful trip.
2m Mar 16, 2015
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S1 Ep289: Exploring Six Great Greek Islands
Each of these Aegean escapes are each unique in their own way.
1m Mar 16, 2015
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S1 Ep288: A Recipe for Feathering a Hen
To observe this special day, we offer this venerable avian adage.
2m Mar 16, 2015
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S1 Ep287: Following El Camino de Santiago
In these weeks before Easter, many thousands of pilgrims are following an ancient holy route across northern Spain, seeking the truth, the light, and the way.
2m Mar 16, 2015
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S1 Ep286: Exploring Canada's Sunshine Coast
This stretch of coastline northwest of Vancouver offer pleasant escapes, especially this time of the year.
2m Mar 16, 2015
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S1 Ep285: Rounding Up Tuna in the Egadis
Three small islands off the western tip of Sicily are the setting for an ancient tradition.
2m Mar 16, 2015
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S1 Ep284: Tracing the Texas Birding Trail
Twice each year, Texas' Gulf Coast becomes an avian highway and a mecca for bird lovers.
2m Mar 16, 2015
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S1 Ep283: Basquing on France's Atlantic Coast
In 1854, the fishing village of Biarritz was discovered by Empress Eugenie, wife of Napoleon III, and transformed into a seaside resort for the rich and famous. But it's not the only picturesque destination on the Bay of Biscay.
2m Mar 03, 2015
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S1 Ep282: Within the Walls of Il Castillo di Gargonza
Imagine a medieval, walled village on a hill top in Italy's Tuscan countryside. Now imagine it all as a charming and affordable hotel.
2m Mar 03, 2015
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S1 Ep281: Enjoying Five Easy Places
If you're searching for an alternative from the ordinary island experience, one of these five off-beat Caribbean islands might be just the place you're looking for.
2m Mar 03, 2015
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S1 Ep280: In Search of Beautiful Islands
For many travelers, the combination of sun and sand completely surrounded by sea is their idea of heaven.
2m Mar 03, 2015
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S1 Ep279: Hiking the Hills of Hong Kong
Long wilderness walks aren't activities normally associated with the "Fragrant Harbor," but Hong Kong offers several places where adventurers can follow on a well-beaten path.
2m Mar 03, 2015
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S1 Ep278: Highlighting Ten Peaks of Glacier
While the glaciers may be in retreat, myriad wilderness wonders beckon in North America's first transnational national park.
2m Mar 03, 2015
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S1 Ep277: Ogling Opals in Coober Pedy
This eccentric settlement in south central Australia is the source of most of the world's opals and pit mines pocket the landscape. Once played out, many on the mines have been transformed into homes, hotels, and even churches.
2m Mar 03, 2015
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S1 Ep276: Contemplating a Concentration of Cranes
Over the next three weeks, Nebraska's Platte River will host millions of Sandhill cranes, in one of North America's largest animal migrations.
2m Mar 03, 2015
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S1 Ep275: A Look at Lending a Helping Hand
Numerous travelers find that lending a helping hand can make for a more satisfying sojourn than spending a week at the beach.
2m Mar 03, 2015
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S1 Ep274: Understanding the Ups and Downs of Altitude Sickness
Whenever your adventures take you to extreme altitudes, it's important to acclimate yourself beforehand.
2m Feb 18, 2015
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S1 Ep273: The Art of Taking Pictures at Sea
An ocean cruise generally presents great photo making opportunities, but keep these cautions in mind.
2m Feb 18, 2015
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S1 Ep272: Spotlighting Cinematic Settings
Movie buffs often enjoy visiting the places where their favorite films were made.
2m Feb 18, 2015
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S1 Ep271: Exploring a Pluperfect Polynesian Place
While not as well-known as its neighbor Bora Bora, Huahine is an even more laid-back island with a French flair.
2m Feb 18, 2015
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S1 Ep270: Following the Gran Prix Circuit
Unlike NASCAR, Formula One Gran Prix races take place all around the globe.
2m Feb 18, 2015
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S1 Ep269: Four Tips to Follow Whenever You Leave Home
Here are thoughts to keep in mind whenever you leave home.
2m Feb 18, 2015
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S1 Ep268: Learning To Be a Clown
Minnesota's Mooseburger Camp is a great place to learn the secrets of silly walks and funny faces.  For information -  http://mooseburger.com
2m Feb 18, 2015
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S1 Ep267: A Look at Industrial Tourism
A surprising number of travelers enjoy visiting the plants and factories where things are manufactured, from cars to crayons.  Here's a brief menu of possibilities.
2m Feb 18, 2015
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S1 Ep266: Relishing a Remote Rock Resort
This preserved village in the mountains of SW France makes for a most unusual retreat.  For information: www.bardou.de.
2m Feb 18, 2015
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S1 Ep265: Collecting Concierge Wisdom
While a smart phone can be good for making arrangements, sometimes the assistance of a knowledgeable expert can still be very useful.  The hotel concierge can be a great source of help, especially those belonging to the Clef d' Or.
2m Feb 18, 2015
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S1 Ep264: Captivated by Cape Town
The setting for this gem of a South African city is almost too beautiful to be real, but it is.
2m Feb 07, 2015
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S1 Ep263: Tassajara Meditations
This venerable retreat in California's coastal range offers a place for quiet contemplation.
2m Feb 07, 2015
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S1 Ep262: Evaluating Electronic Maps
GPS and Smart Phones have revolutionized the art of finding your way around, but it's still possible to get very lost.
2m Feb 07, 2015
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S1 Ep261: Enviously Eyeing Ischia
The largest of four islands off Italy's Bay of Naples, Ischia may not be as glamorous as its neighbor, Capri, but this stoney redoubt off Italy's Amalfi coast has charms all its own.
2m Feb 07, 2015
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S1 Ep260: Enjoying Aukland al Fresco
New Zealand's largest city is the center for most North Island explorations.
2m Feb 07, 2015
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S1 Ep259: Hiking in One of America’s Most Celebrated Blank Spots
We continue our ramble through southwest New Mexico.  The first official "blank spot" on US maps, the Gila National Forest now encompasses 3.3 million acres.
2m Feb 07, 2015
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S1 Ep258: Searching for Gold in Silver City
The mountains of southwest New Mexico make for great exploration. Silver City makes a good base for that exploration.
2m Feb 07, 2015
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S1 Ep257: Traveling on the Wings of Love
Getting away together can make for a romantic interlude. It can also be a test for even the best relationships.
2m Feb 07, 2015
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S1 Ep256: Kissed with a Seal
Once a scene of slaughter, ice floes off Canada's Magdalene Islands now offer the opportunity to get up close and personal with white-coat harp seals.
2m Feb 07, 2015
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S1 Ep255: Picking Bananas in Iceland
Though by no means a tropical paradise, Iceland's geothermal bounties do produce some strange agricultural anomalies.
2m Feb 07, 2015
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S1 Ep254: Celebrating Canival in Quebec City
Each year around this time, the citizens of Canada's most charming small city celebrate winter in style.
2m Jan 20, 2015
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S1 Ep253: Celebrating Canival in Quebec City
Each year around this time, the citizens of Canada's most charming small city celebrate winter in style.
2m Jan 20, 2015
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S1 Ep252: Keeping in Touch at Sea
It's easier than ever to stay plugged in, even in the middle of the ocean, but that connectivity comes at a cost.
2m Jan 20, 2015
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S1 Ep251: Remembering the Normandie
On this day in 1942, vessel regarded by many as the most elegant ocean liner ever built, burned and sank in New York Harbor.
2m Jan 20, 2015
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S1 Ep250: Spending the Night with Madam Pele
For a really personal experience of volcanic action, try one of the camp grounds at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
2m Jan 20, 2015
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S1 Ep249: Visiting a Volcano
If you're looking to experience the incredible power of an active volcano, the big island of Hawaii is the place to go.
2m Jan 20, 2015
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Canivale in Quebec City
Each year around this time, the citizens of Canada's most charming small city celebrate winter in style.
2m Jan 20, 2015
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S1 Ep248: A Few Tips for Student Trips
Foreign study can be a great way to expand a student's world view, but it's important to know what kind of program to expect.
2m Jan 20, 2015
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S1 Ep247: Celebrating Baseball, Empanadas, and Pina Coladas
Can't wait for the 2019 Major League Baseball Season to get underway? Down in Panama City, Panama, the Caribbean World Series is starting tomorrow. Both old stars and up and comers will be on display.
2m Jan 20, 2015
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S1 Ep246: Cave-diving in the Yucatan
Cenotes are underground labyrinths that can lead to secret scenic treasures.
2m Jan 20, 2015
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Keeping in Touch at Sea
It's easier than ever to stay plugged in, even in the middle of the ocean, but that connectivity comes at a cost.
2m Jan 20, 2015
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S1 Ep245: Authenticating Alaskan Art
Traveling to Alaska? Bringing home a piece of native art makes for a great memento, but make sure sure that what you're buying is both real and legal.
2m Jan 20, 2015
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