Best places to visit near Gdansk Poland On episode 80, we check out the best places to visit near Gdansk Poland. We continue our multi-part series taking you to multiple cities in Poland. We spent 23 days traveling through the western Poland and can’t wait to share our adventures with our listeners. Gdansk is one of the most beautiful cities in Poland. Located on the Baltic Sea, this historic city was the flash point of World War II, and the birthplace of the Solidarity labor movement in 1980 wh...
Sep 17, 2022•34 min•Ep. 80
Best Things To Do in Gdansk Poland On episode 79, we check out the best things to do in Gdansk Poland. We continue our multi-part series taking you to multiple cities in Poland. We spent 23 days traveling through the western Poland and can’t wait to share our adventures with our listeners. Gdansk is one of the most beautiful cities in Poland. Located on the Baltic Sea, this historic city was the flash point of World War II, and the birthplace of the Solidarity labor movement in 1980 which preced...
Sep 03, 2022•31 min•Ep. 79
What To Do in Szczecin Poland On episode 78, we check out what to do in Szczecin Poland. This is the first of a multi-part series where we’ll take you to multiple cities in Poland. We spent 23 days traveling through the western Poland and can’t wait to share our adventures with our listeners. According to the Census Bureau, more than 9 million Americans claim Polish ancestry. And worldwide: It is estimated that the Polish diaspora numbers 20 million people, which is more than half of Poland's po...
Aug 20, 2022•51 min•Ep. 78
On episode 77, we discuss USA Pilgrimage Walks. Some may be familiar with the world famous Camino de Santiago in Spain. But did you know there is a California Camino? It offers nearly 800 miles of travel between the California Missions in San Diego to Mission San Francisco Solano in Sonoma. We recently completed two walks along the California Mission Trail. Our footsteps travelled 51 miles between Missions San Luis Opisbo, Santa Barbara and San Buenaventura. We'll tell you about our personal exp...
Aug 06, 2022•33 min•Ep. 77
On episode 76, we travel to the Manzanar National Historic Site. This is a part 2 to our prior podcast where we took you to Lone Pine California . In 1942, the United States government ordered more than 110,000 men, women, and children to leave their homes and detained them in remote, military-style camps. Manzanar War Relocation Center was one of ten camps where the US government incarcerated Japanese immigrants ineligible for citizenship and Japanese American citizens during World War II. Toda...
Jul 23, 2022•29 min•Ep. 76
On episode 75, we travel to Lone Pine California. Lone Pine is a small western town in the Owens Valley. The town is the base camp for climbers and hikers on their way to Mount Whitney. The annual parade of hikers and mountain climbers seeking to summit Whitney keeps a constant flow of people in the area to support local lodging, restaurants and visitor services. You'll find Lone Pine situated between several major natural tourist destinations including Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, M...
Jul 10, 2022•37 min•Ep. 75
On episode 74, we travel to Solvang - The Danish Capital of America. It’s a place where you can stroll through a small village with old-world European architecture, indulge in authentic Danish pastries, and take in the cultural heritage of this charming town. A place that looks and smells a little bit like Christmas year-round, it’s a perfect weekend getaway town. Solvang is a town we’ve visited many times. day. On this episode, we take you through some of our top things to do when visiting Solv...
Jun 26, 2022•30 min•Ep. 74
On episode 73, we travel to Austin Texas. This great American town offers vibrant entertainment, art and culture, inspiring cuisine and stunning outdoor experiences. Tune in and hear what we were able to fit in in our 1.5 day visit to this Texas city. Visiting Austin We spent one and a half days and two nights in the Austin area. Among the highlights on this visit, are the following attractions and activities: LBJ Presidential Library Texas State Capitol Stevie Ray Vaughan Statue and more Lodgin...
Jun 11, 2022•25 min•Ep. 73
On episode 72, we travel to San Antonio to experience the San Antonio Mission Trail and Excursions. This is the second of a two-part podcast series on San Antonio Texas - a city that offers an abundance of history, arts, and culinary delights. It's the number-one tourist destination in all of Texas and 7th most populous city in the U.S. Visiting San Antonio We spent four days in the San Antonio area. Among the highlights on this second of two episodes featuring San Antonio include these activiti...
May 28, 2022•23 min•Ep. 72
On episode 71, we travel to San Antonio - The Alamo, Riverwalk and more. This is the first of a two-part podcast series on San Antonio Texas - a city that offers an abundance of history, arts, and culinary delights. It's the number-one tourist destination in all of Texas and 7th most populous city in the U.S. Visiting San Antonio We spent four days in the San Antonio area. Among the highlights on this first of two episodes featuring San Antonio include these activities we soaked up during our st...
May 07, 2022•39 min•Ep. 71
On episode 70, we recap our travels to Denali National Park. This episode continues our Alaska journey which we started on our prior episode. After our one-way cruise from Vancouver British Columbia to Whittier Alaska, we would venture our way to Denali National Park. Alaska is the 49th state. It is a land of bountiful resources that provides a richness of wildlife and wilderness. The state has a culture that combines First Nation, Asian and Western influences. You’ll find breathtaking scenery a...
Apr 09, 2022•34 min•Ep. 70
On episode 69, our journey is all about visiting Alaska. The 49th state is a land of bountiful resources that provides a richness of wildlife and wilderness. The state has a culture that combines First Nation, Asian and Western influences. You’ll find breathtaking scenery as you traverse the land. It’s a state very worthy of a visit - and it’s the focus of today’s podcast. Begin Planning Your Visit To Alaska Here The Places Where We Go Travel Resources Visiting Alaska Our trip to Alaska included...
Mar 26, 2022•40 min•Ep. 69
On podcast episode 68, we take you to Ferrara Italy. This episode continues our multi-part series on visiting Italy. We took a day trip from Venice to arrive at this historic and very authentic Italian town. Key Attractions in Ferrara Italy We highlight several key attractions and things to do during a visit to Ferrara. The Walls of Ferrara Basilica Santa Maria in Vado Cathedral of Ferrara Monastery of Sant'Antonio in Polesine Castello Estense National Archeological Museum of Ferrara Travel Reso...
Mar 12, 2022•20 min•Ep. 68
On podcast episode 67, we take you to Venice Italy. This episode continues our multi-part series on visiting Italy. We travel from Rome to arrive at the wonderful city of water. Visiting Venice You'll travel differently in Venice than your typical city. There will be no cars or buses. Rather, your transportation will be your feet on land and boats to take you across the waters. We discuss the Vaporetto system. Learn more about the water transportation in Venice before you trip here: Venice Vapor...
Feb 26, 2022•45 min•Ep. 67
On episode 66, we present our misadventures in Florence Italy. This episode continues our multi-part series on visiting Italy. We take a one day trip from Rome via high speed train to arrive in this art mecca. We visited Italy on a 10-day trip and it remains one of our most memorable trips. Visiting Florence Our top tip for visiting Florence Italy is to get tickets in advance for any key attractions that you want to visit. Take it from us, you'll be very glad you did. Key Attractions We highligh...
Feb 12, 2022•35 min•Ep. 66
On episode 65, we are visiting Vatican City. This episode continues our multi-part series on visiting Italy. We visited Italy on a 10-day trip and it remains one of our most memorable trips. Key Attractions in Vatican City We highlight several attractions and things to explore on a visit to Vatican City. On this episode, we share our experiences at these sites: Vatican Necropolis St. Peter's Square Basilica of St. Peter Sistine Chapel Vatican Museums Travel Logistics in Rome Our lodging in Rome ...
Jan 29, 2022•44 min•Ep. 65
On episode 64, we continue our multi-part series on visiting Italy. We dive into the capital city of Italy on this episode, Visiting Rome Part 2. We visited Italy on a 10-day trip and it remains one of our most memorable trips. Visiting Rome We recommend getting the Roma Pass if you'll be in Rome for at least 48 to 72 hours, if not longer. You can get information on Roma Pass here: www.romapass.it The Roma Pass is a special tourist-cultural card that helps tourists access discounts and services ...
Jan 15, 2022•23 min•Ep. 64
On episode 60, we drive to California gold country to see how Nevada City celebrates Victorian Christmas. This annual event fills the air with the spirit of a Victorian Christmas. The aroma of roasted chestnuts fills the air. Sounds of Christmas songs are provided by carolers and musicians. The streets are lined with street vendors selling their wares. And in the evening, a magical ambience emerges as the lamp-lit streets and glowing Christmas decorations sparkle as the sun sets and the dark ski...
Jan 01, 2022•26 min•Ep. 63
On episode 62, we continue our multi-part series on visiting Italy. We dive into the capital city of Italy on this episode, Visiting Rome Part 1. We visited Italy on a 10-day trip and it remains one of our most memorable trips. Visiting Rome On this episode, we cover various aspects of visiting Italy's capital city. We recommend getting the Roma Pass if you'll be in Rome for at least 48 to 72 hours, if not longer. You can get information on Roma Pass here: www.romapass.it The Roma Pass is a spec...
Dec 18, 2021•34 min•Ep. 62
On episode 61, we being a multi-part series on visiting Italy. We start with the first episode in the series, Planning A Trip To Italy. We visited Italy on a 10-day trip and it remains one of our most memorable trips. Helping You Plan Your Trip To Italy On this episode, we cover various aspects of planning a trip to Italy: How long to stay The best time to travel Ideas for itineraries Tips for booking your trip Passport essentials Transportation in Italy and more... Travel Resources We used the ...
Dec 04, 2021•27 min•Ep. 61
On episode 60, we take you to Grandma Prisbrey's Bottle Village in Simi Valley, California. Located in our home town, this attraction is a unique wonderland crafted from castoff materials. The site has garnered the admiration of art scholars from around the world. Located on a one-third acre site, it is covered with an assemblage of shrines, wishing wells, mosaic walkways, and structures. The village showcases the artistic work of Tressa "Grandma" Prisbrey. Visiting Grandma Prisbrey's Bottle Vil...
Nov 20, 2021•37 min•Ep. 60
On episode 59, we travel to Salt Lake City. With three trips to Utah's state capitol between us, we've compiled an overview of things we've done both in the downtown area as well as nearby places. Visiting Salt Lake City Utah's capitol city offers much to keep tourists busy. On this episode, we share our recommended highlights including: Temple Square The Tabernacle The Cathedral of the Madeleine The Family History Library Historic 25th Street Antelope Island State Park High West Distillery and ...
Nov 06, 2021•38 min•Ep. 59
On episode 58, Julie & Art learn about the adventures of a cross country road trip. Special guests Joe and Lorraine Ferrall provide their first hand account of their 78 day adventure in a Lance camper. 78 Days Around The U.S.A. This adventure took the Ferrall's around the country from Southern California, to Washington state, across the north to New York and down to the southern states. Top Tips For A Cross Country Road Trip Joe and Lorraine Farrell shared multiple tips for a successful cros...
Oct 23, 2021•46 min•Ep. 58
On episode 57, we recap our Mojave Road Trip which took us from Southern California to Kingman Arizona. We look for opportunities to get our travel fix. Sometimes it's through epic trips. But other times, it can be a quick trip over a weekend and that's what this episode covers. Stops along the way include: Peggy Sue's 50s Diner Nipton California Mountain View Cemetery in Kingman Arizona Peggy Sue's 50s Diner Peggy Sue's is an original roadside Diner, built in 1954 with 9 counter stools and 3 bo...
Oct 09, 2021•39 min•Ep. 57
On episode 56, we travel beyond Glacier National Park to Big Hole National Battlefield and Missoula Montana. If you are buying an airplane ticket to get to Glacier National Park, consider spending some extra time in the state. This episode continues a series of extra adventures beyond GNP. This podcast is part of a multi-episode journey through Montana. It wraps up our review of travel options you can explore while visiting Montana. Big Hole National Battlefield Big Hole National Battlefield is ...
Sep 25, 2021•46 min•Ep. 56
On episode 55, we travel beyond Glacier National Park to Helena Montana. If you are buying an airplane ticket to get to Glacier National Park, consider spending some extra time in the state. This episode continues a series of extra adventures beyond GNP. Part of a multi-episode journey through Montana, we have more on the way in future episodes with more things you can do while you are visiting in the state of Montana. Visiting Helena Montana The capitol city of Montana, Grant-Kohrs Ranch Nation...
Sep 11, 2021•37 min•Ep. 55
On episode 54, we travel beyond Glacier National Park to the Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site in Deer Lodge Montana. If you are buying an airplane ticket to get to Glacier National Park, consider spending some extra time in the state. This episode continues a series of extra adventures beyond GNP. Part of a multi-episode journey through Montana, we have more on the way in future episodes with more things you can do while you are visiting in the state of Montana. Visiting Grant-Kohrs Ranc...
Aug 28, 2021•30 min•Ep. 54
On episode 53, Julie & Art travel beyond Glacier National Park to Great Falls Montana. If you are buying an airplane ticket to get to Glacier National Park, consider spending some extra time in the state. This episode starts a series of extra adventures beyond GNP. Part of a multi-episode journey through Montana, we have more on the way in future episodes with more things you can do while you are visiting in the state of Montana. Visiting Great Falls Montana The city of Great Falls is about ...
Aug 14, 2021•41 min•Ep. 53
On episode 52, Julie & Art take you to Glacier National Park - The East Side. This episode dives into the various activities available to travelers who visit this great national park in Montana. Part of a multi-episode journey through Montana, we have more on the way in future episodes with more things you can do while you are visiting in the state of Montana. Visiting Glacier National Park Glacier National Park is the country's 8th national park, added to the roster in 1910. The park is vis...
Jul 31, 2021•50 min•Ep. 52
On episode 51, Julie & Art take you to Glacier National Park - The West Side. This episode dives into the various activities available to travelers who visit this great national park in Montana. Part of a multi-episode journey through Montana, we have more on the way in future episodes with more things you can do while you are visiting in the state of Montana. Visiting Glacier National Park Glacier National Park is the country's 8th national park, added to the roster in 1910. The park is vis...
Jul 17, 2021•48 min•Ep. 51
