792: When Someone Else Leaves the Driving to You
If you have the time but lack the wheels, a cross-country drive-away may be just right for you.
Jul 29, 2017•2 min•Ep. 792
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791: Basic Travel Etiquette
Air rage happens, as modern travel jams complete strangers into tight unfamiliar places often under stressful circumstances. That makes observing simple rules of travel etiquette more important than ever.
Jul 14, 2017•2 min•Ep. 791
790: Driving Where the Road's Right Side is Wrong
In some 20 countries around the world, especially those that were once part of the British Empire, drivers stick to the left side of the road. Apart from the obvious ones, this raises numerous issues for unfamiliar drivers, especially if they are jet-lagged.
Jul 14, 2017•2 min•Ep. 790
789: Staying in a Stately English Manor
All across the British Isles, numerous quaint and historic structures of the National Trust Rentals provide interesting accommodations, sometimes even palatial.
Jul 14, 2017•2 min•Ep. 789
788: In the Rooms Where DDay Dawned
At the bottom of the Clive Steps in London's center is the entrance to the subterranean warren of rooms from which Winston Churchill directed England's defense during WWII. They are more than worth a visit.
Jul 14, 2017•2 min•Ep. 788
787: Wandering in Westminster Abbey
If the Houses of Parliament are the political center of England, then the soaring Westminster Abbey nearby remains its spiritual heart.
Jul 14, 2017•2 min•Ep. 787
786: Exploring Several Amazing Mazes
Hedge mazes first became fashionable in 17th century Europe, and some notable examples have been maintained and new ones created. And the range of foliage has been greatly expanded. Consider the corn maze.
Jul 14, 2017•1 min•Ep. 786
785: Slideshows in Cyberspace
With smart-phones and other modern equipment, making videos of one's adventures is ever easier, but the main challenge remains create something interesting that people will really want to watch. Fortunately, many travelers are rising to the challenge in new and creative ways.
Jul 14, 2017•2 min•Ep. 785
784: Finding Harmony in the Inner Hebrides
This rugged islands in this archipelago off of Scotland's West Coast offer myriad charms, not least of which is the superb single malt whiskey distilled there, like Ardbeg, Bruichladdich, and Bunnahabhain.
Jul 14, 2017•2 min•Ep. 784
783: Passing Time in Provincetown
The town on the curling tip of Cape Cod is like no other, and it's been that way for centuries.
Jul 14, 2017•2 min•Ep. 783
782: Hauling Sails on the Heritage
The ships of the Maine Windjammer fleet offer unique cruising experiences, especially the Schooner Heritage ( schoonerheritage.com )
Jul 14, 2017•2 min•Ep. 782
781: A Clutch of Euro Strategies
The dollar is relatively strong against Europe's primary currency, but there are still ways to make your greenbacks go even farther.
Jul 04, 2017•2 min•Ep. 781
780: Reliving a Roman Holiday
When Billy Wilder cast Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck in his 1953 romantic classic, he created a romantic image and itinerary for the Eternal City that still attracts travelers 64 years later.
Jul 04, 2017•2 min•Ep. 780
779: Falling in Love on Lake Como
An unmistakable air of romance pervades the Alpine approaches of Northern Italy.
Jul 04, 2017•2 min•Ep. 779
778: Ten Top Train Trips
In many countries, a luxury rail trip can be a great way to explore in the landscape.
Jul 04, 2017•2 min•Ep. 778
777: Second Thoughts on the Joys of Second Homes
A second home can be a personal Eden, but recognize that it comes with a price.
Jul 04, 2017•2 min•Ep. 777
776: Sizing-Up City Discount Coupons
If visiting almost any major tourism-friendly city, either across the country or around the world, there are likely inclusive discount programs than can save you a lot on admissions, meals, and even public transportation.
Jun 30, 2017•2 min•Ep. 776
775: At Quebec City's Summer Music Festival
Starting today through July 16, Canada's most European city also becomes its most musical.
Jun 30, 2017•2 min•Ep. 775
774: Hiking the Chilkoot Trail
When the gold fever struck in the Canadian Yukon in 1897, there was only one way to get there. It's still a pretty incredible trek.
Jun 30, 2017•2 min•Ep. 774
773: Becoming a Tour Guide
Want to share your favorite travels with others? Here are thoughts on how to become a tour leader.
Jun 30, 2017•2 min•Ep. 773
772: Getting Cash When Far From Home
With ATMs now ubiquitous nearly everywhere in the world, getting currency in distant places is nearly as easy as getting it at home. Unless of course, it isn't. We offer a few tips about how to anticipate and avoid unpleasant surprises.
Jun 12, 2017•2 min•Ep. 772
771: In the Capital of Alexander the Great
Thessaloniki, the port city in northern Greece, was once the epicenter of an empire that extended to western India. Today, it's also known as a very hip place to be.
Jun 12, 2017•2 min•Ep. 771
770: Opening the Gates of the Arctic
Although the 8.75 million acres of Brooks Range wilderness in north central Alaska that have been set aside as Gates of the Arctic make it America's second largest national park, they are inaccessible to all but determined travelers.
Jun 12, 2017•2 min•Ep. 770
769: Alberta's Icefield Parkway
There are many other candidates, of course, but Alberta Provincial Route #93 may be North America's most beautiful highway.
Jun 12, 2017•2 min•Ep. 769
768: A Look at Lucky Charms, Fuzzy Dice, and Saints' Medallions
Even in this somewhat cynical modern age, many travelers still put faith in personal talismans and lucky charms to give them confidence that the journey will go smoothly.
Jun 12, 2017•2 min•Ep. 768
767: The Lure of Limerick
While it's not Dublin, the city of Limerick and its environs have plenty to offer visitors, not least of which is easier access to both Shannon Airport and Ireland's scenic west coast.
Jun 12, 2017•2 min•Ep. 767
766: Having a Cliff-hanging Experience
You don't have to scale Yosemite's El Capitan solo without ropes to enjoy rock-climbing. Excellent opportunities beckon across America. Here are a few faces of particular note.
Jun 12, 2017•2 min•Ep. 766
765: On the Far Edge of a Long Way Off
Fremantle, the port in Western Australia that serves the Perth area, is known for its maritime history, Victorian architecture, and remnants from its days as a British penal colony. It's also earned a more modern reputation as a great place for a beach party.
Jun 10, 2017•2 min•Ep. 765
764: The Walled City of Carcasonne
This strategic hilltop in what is now SE France was first fortified around 600 BC, but the ramparts that remain today date only from the 12th century.
Jun 10, 2017•2 min•Ep. 764
763: European Rail Passes
Unlike America, railroads can be a quick, comfortable, reliable way to travel from city to city. A rail pass can make it even more affordable.
Jun 10, 2017•2 min•Ep. 763
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