http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/tscmd/tc/14057 en-us This work is licensed under a Creative Commons License - Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike - http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/ Travel The TRAVELERS JOURNAL is a series of short audio postcards delivered daily from around the world. They are hosted by David Bear, travel editor of The Pittsburgh Post Gazette. Scroll the list for the latest episode, as well as all previous episodes. For contact details about program subjects, check the episode information box or visit us at www.travelersjournal.com This Podcast was created using www.talkshoe.com 720 http://www.talkshoe.com/custom/images/icons/TC-14057-MainIcon.gif http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/tscmd/tc/14057 100 100 David Bear The TRAVELERS JOURNAL The TRAVELERS JOURNAL is a series of short audio postcards delivered daily from around the world. They are hosted by David Bear, travel editor of The Pittsburgh Post Gazette. Scroll the list for the latest episode, as well as all previous episodes. For contact details about program subjects, check the episode information box or visit us at www.travelersjournal.com This Podcast was created using www.talkshoe.com David Bear traveler@travelersjournal.com clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-176714.mp3 Wed, 07 Jan 2009 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-176714.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-176714.mp3 95 years ago today, The Alex Levalle, a small workboat, became the first ship to take a shortcut from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Travel David Bear EPISODE501 - Celebrating the Panama Canal 95 years ago today, The Alex Levalle, a small workboat, became the first ship to take a shortcut from the Atlantic to the Pacific. 01:46 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-176713.mp3 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-176713.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-176713.mp3 The smallest of the four countries on North Africa's Mediterranean coast, Tunisia is easy and exotic, a land of strong influences and sublime pleasures. FMI - www.tourismtunisia.com Travel David Bear EPISODE500 - A night in Tunisia The smallest of the four countries on North Africa's Mediterranean coast, Tunisia is easy and exotic, a land of strong influences and sublime pleasures. FMI - www.tourismtunisia.com 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-176712.mp3 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-176712.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-176712.mp3 California's largest limestone caves bristles with dagger sharp stalactites and shimmers with pink flow stone. Descending into it requires considerable bravery. FMI www.caverntours.com Travel David Bear EPISODE499 - Rappelling into Godzilla's nostril California's largest limestone caves bristles with dagger sharp stalactites and shimmers with pink flow stone. Descending into it requires considerable bravery. FMI www.caverntours.com 01:45 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-176710.mp3 Sun, 04 Jan 2009 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-176710.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-176710.mp3 Two decades ago, Iceland opened a plant to turn its geothermal energy into electricity. Super heated water spills into a huge man-made lagoon that has become the country's major tourist attraction. FMI www.bluelagoon.com Travel David Bear EPISODE498 - In Iceland's Blue Lagoon Two decades ago, Iceland opened a plant to turn its geothermal energy into electricity. Super heated water spills into a huge man-made lagoon that has become the country's major tourist attraction. FMI www.bluelagoon.com 01:46 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175453.mp3 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175453.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175453.mp3 This is the first day of the first month of the 2000 and ninth year of the Gregorian calendar. January first is also the world''s most widely celebrated holiday. Travel David Bear EPISODE497 - Another New Years day This is the first day of the first month of the 2000 and ninth year of the Gregorian calendar. January first is also the world''s most widely celebrated holiday. 01:39 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175452.mp3 Wed, 31 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175452.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175452.mp3 This huge island just off Venezuela's northeast coast could pass for paradise. Its beaches are long and sandy, its waters warm climate, its climate perennially sunny. FMI - www.islamargarita.com. Travel David Bear EPISODE496 -On Margarita Island This huge island just off Venezuela's northeast coast could pass for paradise. Its beaches are long and sandy, its waters warm climate, its climate perennially sunny. FMI - www.islamargarita.com. 01:57 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175451.mp3 Tue, 30 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175451.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175451.mp3 Many English-speaking countries have odd names for some of their cities and towns, but none can hold a candle to merry old England. Travel David Bear EPISODE495 - A Little Snoring in England Many English-speaking countries have odd names for some of their cities and towns, but none can hold a candle to merry old England. 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175449.mp3 Mon, 29 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175449.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175449.mp3 These are dark days in Hammerfest Norway, situated as close as anyone can drive to the North Pole. Winter's long night here last for 67 days. Travel David Bear EPISODE493 - Doing laps in Lapland These are dark days in Hammerfest Norway, situated as close as anyone can drive to the North Pole. Winter's long night here last for 67 days. 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175448.mp3 Sun, 28 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175448.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-175448.mp3 Metal detectors and x-ray security devices at airports have had a positive impact on airborne terrorism. Unfortunately, they can also have a negative impact on camera film. Travel David Bear EPISODE492 -Camera film and airport x-ray security Metal detectors and x-ray security devices at airports have had a positive impact on airborne terrorism. Unfortunately, they can also have a negative impact on camera film. 01:46 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173844.mp3 Thu, 25 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173844.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173844.mp3 A 140 square mile sand spit in the middle of the Pacific Ocean 1200 miles straight south of Hawaii happens to harbor the world's largest coral atoll. Travel David Bear EPISODE491 - Bone fishing on Christmas Island A 140 square mile sand spit in the middle of the Pacific Ocean 1200 miles straight south of Hawaii happens to harbor the world's largest coral atoll. 01:46 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173843.mp3 Wed, 24 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173843.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173843.mp3 According to a recent survey, the gift that tops most people's gift wish list is still a pre-paid vacation someplace special. Travel David Bear EPISODE490 - Travel under the Christmas tree According to a recent survey, the gift that tops most people's gift wish list is still a pre-paid vacation someplace special. 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173842.mp3 Tue, 23 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173842.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173842.mp3 If you appreciate the thrill of big game fishing, mark Waitangi on your map. Author Zane Grey was not the first to collect the anglers Eldorado. Travel David Bear EPISODE489 - Shark fishing in New Zealand If you appreciate the thrill of big game fishing, mark Waitangi on your map. Author Zane Grey was not the first to collect the anglers Eldorado. 01:44 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173841.mp3 Mon, 22 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173841.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173841.mp3 Computer savvy travelers can tap into newsgroups to swap stories, seek specific answers, and share advice about destinations around the world. Travel David Bear EPISODE488 - Talking travel online Computer savvy travelers can tap into newsgroups to swap stories, seek specific answers, and share advice about destinations around the world. 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173840.mp3 Sun, 21 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173840.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-173840.mp3 Charter flights still offer a combination of advantages that can make them an attractive alternative for lower-cost travel. Travel David Bear EPISODE487 - Airline charter flights Charter flights still offer a combination of advantages that can make them an attractive alternative for lower-cost travel. 01:46 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171575.mp3 Thu, 18 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171575.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171575.mp3 No doubt about it, long layovers can be miserable, but some airports are now providing more interesting diversions for passengers who are temporarily stranded in transit. Travel David Bear EPISODE486 - Airport idle time activities No doubt about it, long layovers can be miserable, but some airports are now providing more interesting diversions for passengers who are temporarily stranded in transit. 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171573.mp3 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171573.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171573.mp3 103 years ago today at precisely 10 a.m. in Kitty Hawk North Carolina, mankind first slipped gravity's bounds. Travel David Bear EPISODE485 - First flight day 103 years ago today at precisely 10 a.m. in Kitty Hawk North Carolina, mankind first slipped gravity's bounds. 01:44 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171571.mp3 Tue, 16 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171571.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171571.mp3 Once people took ocean cruises to get away from it all, but in today's Type-A age of telecommunications, some cruise passengers seem to crave constant contact even more than the midnight buffets. Travel David Bear EPISODE484 - Keeping in touch at sea Once people took ocean cruises to get away from it all, but in today's Type-A age of telecommunications, some cruise passengers seem to crave constant contact even more than the midnight buffets. 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171570.mp3 Mon, 15 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171570.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171570.mp3 Today is a celebration of independence in the Comoros, a nation of three small islands situated in the Indian Ocean between the coast of Africa and Madagascar. Travel David Bear EPISODE483 - A fragrant fragment of France Today is a celebration of independence in the Comoros, a nation of three small islands situated in the Indian Ocean between the coast of Africa and Madagascar. 01:49 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171569.mp3 Sun, 14 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171569.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-171569.mp3 All creatures great and small, none are more magnificent than the great whales. Here's where you can go to watch them up close and personal. Travel David Bear EPISODE482 - Where whale watching is best All creatures great and small, none are more magnificent than the great whales. Here's where you can go to watch them up close and personal. 01:43 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169547.mp3 Thu, 11 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169547.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169547.mp3 Current information about skiing has never been more accessible. There is a blizzard of data about ski areas and snow conditions around the world all available right click of a mouse. FMI - www.skimaps.com, www.skinet.com, www.skicentral.com, www.onthesnow.com, www.skiresorts.com, www.cdc.noaa.gov Travel David Bear EPISODE481 - Ski lines online Current information about skiing has never been more accessible. There is a blizzard of data about ski areas and snow conditions around the world all available right click of a mouse. FMI - www.skimaps.com, www.skinet.com, www.skicentral.com, www.onthesnow.com, www.skiresorts.com, www.cdc.noaa.gov 01:49 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169546.mp3 Wed, 10 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169546.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169546.mp3 At 4000 square miles, the Big Island of Hawaii is a Connecticut sized micro-continent with slices of 12 of the earth's 14 different climatic regions. FMI www.gohawaii.com/big_island Travel David Bear EPISODE480 - Off-road on Hawaii's Big Island At 4000 square miles, the Big Island of Hawaii is a Connecticut sized micro-continent with slices of 12 of the earth's 14 different climatic regions. FMI www.gohawaii.com/big_island 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169544.mp3 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169544.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169544.mp3 With the tight configuration economy class actions, all planes these days on all planes these days, getting a seat from hell can be a miserable experience, especially on a long flight. Travel David Bear EPISODE478 - The worst seats in the air With the tight configuration economy class actions, all planes these days on all planes these days, getting a seat from hell can be a miserable experience, especially on a long flight. 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169543.mp3 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169543.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169543.mp3 This tiny Mediterranean island coastal is often called the Ireland of Malta. It's a Brigadoon realm of quiet hilltop villages, stone-lined lanes, and sun washed seascapes. FMI - www.visitmalta.com Travel David Bear EPISODE478 - Going gaga over Gozo This tiny Mediterranean island coastal is often called the Ireland of Malta. It's a Brigadoon realm of quiet hilltop villages, stone-lined lanes, and sun washed seascapes. FMI - www.visitmalta.com 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169541.mp3 Sun, 07 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169541.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-169541.mp3 Here's a quick list to sharpen your geographic awareness. Name the most southern, northern, eastern, and western states in the US. Travel David Bear EPISODE477 - Going to extremes in the USA Here's a quick list to sharpen your geographic awareness. Name the most southern, northern, eastern, and western states in the US. 01:46 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167518.mp3 Thu, 04 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167518.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167518.mp3 "Price based on double occupancy" is a phrase that is painfully familiar to anyone who travels alone. No doubt about it, solo journeys can be expensive. Travel David Bear EPISODE476 - Cut the cost of solo travel "Price based on double occupancy" is a phrase that is painfully familiar to anyone who travels alone. No doubt about it, solo journeys can be expensive. 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167515.mp3 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167515.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167515.mp3 Traveling solo can have distinct advantages, in addition to having the opportunity to do only what you want to do. Travel David Bear EPISODE475 - Tips on traveling alone Traveling solo can have distinct advantages, in addition to having the opportunity to do only what you want to do. 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167514.mp3 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167514.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167514.mp3 Kipling observed that whoever travels fastest travels alone, but speed is not always the only consideration and a good traveling companion offers many benefits. Travel David Bear EPISODE474 - Tips on traveling together Kipling observed that whoever travels fastest travels alone, but speed is not always the only consideration and a good traveling companion offers many benefits. 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167513.mp3 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167513.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167513.mp3 A thousand years ago, the steamy jungles and volcanic mountains at the base of the Yucatan Peninsula were the heart of the Mayan civilization. FMI - www.colegiomexsur.edu.mx/english.html Travel David Bear EPISODE473 - Passing time Palenque A thousand years ago, the steamy jungles and volcanic mountains at the base of the Yucatan Peninsula were the heart of the Mayan civilization. FMI - www.colegiomexsur.edu.mx/english.html 01:44 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167512.mp3 Sun, 30 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167512.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-167512.mp3 Lonely Planet Publications founder Tony Wheeler produced "Chasing Rickshaws" a magnificent photo-filled portrait of the world's most appealing way of getting from here to there. FMI .lonelyplanet.com Travel David Bear EPISODE472 -Riding rickshaws around the world Lonely Planet Publications founder Tony Wheeler produced "Chasing Rickshaws" a magnificent photo-filled portrait of the world's most appealing way of getting from here to there. FMI .lonelyplanet.com 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165927.mp3 Thu, 27 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165927.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165927.mp3 Having a trip collection point makes for a more convenient way to pack. Plus, we offer other strategic tips to make your trip more enjoyable. Travel David Bear EPISODE471 - Tips to make packing painless Having a trip collection point makes for a more convenient way to pack. Plus, we offer other strategic tips to make your trip more enjoyable. 01:45 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165926.mp3 Wed, 26 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165926.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165926.mp3 "Never checked your valuables," and other sage advice for making sure both you and your luggage get where you're going together. Travel David Bear EPISODE470 - To be sure your luggage arrives when you do "Never checked your valuables," and other sage advice for making sure both you and your luggage get where you're going together. 01:46 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165924.mp3 Tue, 25 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165924.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165924.mp3 Never take your US constitutional guarantees for granted when traveling in foreign lands. They won't mean much if you get into trouble over there. FMI - www.travel.state.gov Travel David Bear EPISODE469 - Travelers in trouble abroad Never take your US constitutional guarantees for granted when traveling in foreign lands. They won't mean much if you get into trouble over there. FMI - www.travel.state.gov 01:50 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165922.mp3 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165922.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165922.mp3 American Youth Hostels operate facilities near 45 ski areas across the country. Here's how to get in on the savings, both in accommodations and on the slopes. FMI - www.hiayh.org Travel David Bear EPISODE468 - Cheap ski trips American Youth Hostels operate facilities near 45 ski areas across the country. Here's how to get in on the savings, both in accommodations and on the slopes. FMI - www.hiayh.org 01:44 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165920.mp3 Sun, 23 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165920.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-165920.mp3 Within easy sight of the vibrant city's soaring skyline, adventurous travelers can find hundreds of miles of glorious hiking trails. We'll visit two: Pokfulam Park and the MacLehose Trail. FMI - www.hkta.org Travel David Bear EPISODE467 - Hiking the hills of Hong Kong Within easy sight of the vibrant city's soaring skyline, adventurous travelers can find hundreds of miles of glorious hiking trails. We'll visit two: Pokfulam Park and the MacLehose Trail. FMI - www.hkta.org 01:41 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164290.mp3 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164290.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164290.mp3 If you maintain your credit card close to its limit, consider the dangers of hotels and rental car companies who freeze a portion of your credit for up to two weeks to cover estimated charges. Travel David Bear EPISODE466 - Beware of the credit freeze! If you maintain your credit card close to its limit, consider the dangers of hotels and rental car companies who freeze a portion of your credit for up to two weeks to cover estimated charges. 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164288.mp3 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164288.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164288.mp3 The London Heathrow Express carries passengers from Paddington station to all Heathrow terminals. It runs every 15 minutes and can cost as little as $20 each way. Fore information and e-tickets - www.heathrowexpress.com Travel David Bear EPISODE465 - Heathrow to London in 15 minutes The London Heathrow Express carries passengers from Paddington station to all Heathrow terminals. It runs every 15 minutes and can cost as little as $20 each way. Fore information and e-tickets - www.heathrowexpress.com 01:44 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164285.mp3 Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164285.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164285.mp3 If double-decker buses and vaulted underground trains excite you, you'll want to visit this museum of vehicles that have served Londoners since 1820. FMI - www.ltmuseum.co.uk Travel David Bear EPISODE464 -The London Transport Museum If double-decker buses and vaulted underground trains excite you, you'll want to visit this museum of vehicles that have served Londoners since 1820. FMI - www.ltmuseum.co.uk 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164282.mp3 Mon, 17 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164282.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164282.mp3 A ruggedly beautiful country, the Central American nation is slowly being rediscovered. Here are some high points to explore. FMI www.nicaragua.com Travel David Bear EPISODE463 - Getting to know Nicaragua A ruggedly beautiful country, the Central American nation is slowly being rediscovered. Here are some high points to explore. FMI www.nicaragua.com 01:45 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164281.mp3 Sun, 16 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164281.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-164281.mp3 Over the next 6 days, students across the country will get a dose of geography with the activity packet CD carrying the theme data and. FMI www.nationalgeographic.com/geography-action/index.html Travel David Bear EPISODE462 - National Geography Awareness Week Over the next 6 days, students across the country will get a dose of geography with the activity packet CD carrying the theme data and. FMI www.nationalgeographic.com/geography-action/index.html 01:41 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161893.mp3 Thu, 13 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161893.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161893.mp3 If your flight plans go awry, find an airline gate agent who follows Merkle's Law. You may find seemingly inflexible airline regulations can magically be bent. Travel David Bear EPISODE461 - Merkel's Law If your flight plans go awry, find an airline gate agent who follows Merkle's Law. You may find seemingly inflexible airline regulations can magically be bent. 01:49 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161891.mp3 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161891.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161891.mp3 This 450 mile stretch of scenic highway through the Appalachian foothills in central Tennessee boasts poignant history at its every bend. FMI www.nps.gov/natr Travel David Bear EPISODE460 - Following the Natchez trace This 450 mile stretch of scenic highway through the Appalachian foothills in central Tennessee boasts poignant history at its every bend. FMI www.nps.gov/natr 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161890.mp3 Tue, 11 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161890.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161890.mp3 The Pacific island of Bora Bora has been described as the most beautiful place on earth. Fishing, skin diving, and relaxing on the beach are the primary activities. Travel David Bear EPISODE459 - Baguettes on Bora Bora The Pacific island of Bora Bora has been described as the most beautiful place on earth. Fishing, skin diving, and relaxing on the beach are the primary activities. 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161888.mp3 Mon, 10 Nov 2008 07:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161888.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161888.mp3 What's the rhyme and reason to who gets to fly and who gets left behind? The simple answer is, there is no simple answer. Travel David Bear EPISODE458 - Who gets bumped and why What's the rhyme and reason to who gets to fly and who gets left behind? The simple answer is, there is no simple answer. 01:44 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161887.mp3 Sun, 09 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161887.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-161887.mp3 Be careful of your body language when visiting and foreign lands. Here are some common faux pas to avoid. Travel David Bear EPISODE457 - When in Rome Be careful of your body language when visiting and foreign lands. Here are some common faux pas to avoid. 01:43 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159586.mp3 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159586.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159586.mp3 Travel ranks just above Christmas and other holidays in causing stress. Here are various ways to minimize its effect on you. Travel David Bear EPISODE456 - Coping with travel stress Travel ranks just above Christmas and other holidays in causing stress. Here are various ways to minimize its effect on you. 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159584.mp3 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159584.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159584.mp3 Paris' newest metro line has a sleek, 21st-century feel and makes negotiating the City of Lights even easier. Travel David Bear EPISODE455 - A Meteor in Paris Paris' newest metro line has a sleek, 21st-century feel and makes negotiating the City of Lights even easier. 01:40 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159583.mp3 Tue, 04 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159583.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159583.mp3 This is an excellent season to visit England's largest national park. Located on the north coast of Somerset, Exmoor offers solitude, antiquity, and untarnished nature. Travel David Bear EPISODE454 - An excursion in Exmoor This is an excellent season to visit England's largest national park. Located on the north coast of Somerset, Exmoor offers solitude, antiquity, and untarnished nature. 01:46 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159581.mp3 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159581.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159581.mp3 We offer a fleeting rundown of the varied areas for cruising. You'll be "over-helmed" by the possibilities. Travel David Bear EPISODE453 - Cruising the seven seas We offer a fleeting rundown of the varied areas for cruising. You'll be "over-helmed" by the possibilities. 01:26 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159579.mp3 Sun, 02 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159579.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-159579.mp3 The ancient settlement of Weimar on the Ilm River in Thuringa, Germany, is a repository of considerable culture. FMI â?? www.germany-tourism.de Travel David Bear EPISODE452 - Wandering in Weimar The ancient settlement of Weimar on the Ilm River in Thuringa, Germany, is a repository of considerable culture. FMI â?? www.germany-tourism.de 01:30 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-157988.mp3 Thu, 30 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-157988.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-157988.mp3 Airlines keep lists of people who want reservations once all the available seats in any class on a particular plane had been booked. Anyone can get on the list, but only if they're willing to pay for the privilege. Travel David Bear EPISODE451 -Airline wait lists Airlines keep lists of people who want reservations once all the available seats in any class on a particular plane had been booked. Anyone can get on the list, but only if they're willing to pay for the privilege. 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-157987.mp3 Tue, 28 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-157987.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-157987.mp3 One of the western hemisphere's most accessible volcanoes, Arenal offers a special spectacular, perfect cone soaring a mile into the sky. Visit at night for a real show. Travel David Bear EPISODE450 - A volcano in Costa Rica One of the western hemisphere's most accessible volcanoes, Arenal offers a special spectacular, perfect cone soaring a mile into the sky. Visit at night for a real show. 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-157985.mp3 Mon, 27 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-157985.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-157985.mp3 The driest, hottest place in North America offers splendid contrasts in extremes. From the bristlecone pines, which are the Earth's longest lived species, to the towering spires of salt, Death Valley is like no place else. FMI - www.nps.gov/deva Travel David Bear EPISODE449 - Down in Death Valley The driest, hottest place in North America offers splendid contrasts in extremes. From the bristlecone pines, which are the Earth's longest lived species, to the towering spires of salt, Death Valley is like no place else. FMI - www.nps.gov/deva 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-157982.mp3 Sun, 26 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-157982.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-157982.mp3 For 500 years, the Japanese have ritualized the act of serving in the drinking of tea into a form of communion intended to promote peace among peoples. Travel David Bear EPISODE448 - The Way of Tea For 500 years, the Japanese have ritualized the act of serving in the drinking of tea into a form of communion intended to promote peace among peoples. 01:52 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-156186.mp3 Thu, 23 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-156186.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-156186.mp3 Travelers can save 5 to 25 percent with a package tour, but you still have to know what you're buying and from whom. Travel David Bear EPISODE447 - Are packaged tours good buys? Travelers can save 5 to 25 percent with a package tour, but you still have to know what you're buying and from whom. 01:52 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-156185.mp3 Tue, 21 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-156185.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-156185.mp3 The Caribbean island nation of St. Barthelmey in the French West Indies has a reputation as an exclusive hideaway. Its culture and cuisine are as French as its prices. Travel David Bear EPISODE446 - Sunsets in Gustavia The Caribbean island nation of St. Barthelmey in the French West Indies has a reputation as an exclusive hideaway. Its culture and cuisine are as French as its prices. 01:44 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-156184.mp3 Mon, 20 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-156184.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-156184.mp3 The avian migration routes are well-worn along the Texas coastline from the Louisiana border to Mexico. In Texas avian migration routes are well-worn across the golf coastline from the Louisiana border to Mexico. Texas has organized an autotour itinerary that links more than 300 birding sites. FMI www.tpwd.state.tx.us/huntwild/wild/wildlife_trails/coastal Travel David Bear EPISODE445 - The Texas Birding Trail The avian migration routes are well-worn along the Texas coastline from the Louisiana border to Mexico. In Texas avian migration routes are well-worn across the golf coastline from the Louisiana border to Mexico. Texas has organized an autotour itinerary that links more than 300 birding sites. FMI www.tpwd.state.tx.us/huntwild/wild/wildlife_trails/coastal 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-156183.mp3 Sun, 19 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-156183.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-156183.mp3 From tiny Melbourne Square to enormous Eaton Square, London has more than 430 hidden corners that will perk your interest. Travel David Bear EPISODE444 - The squares of London From tiny Melbourne Square to enormous Eaton Square, London has more than 430 hidden corners that will perk your interest. 01:45 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154209.mp3 Thu, 16 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154209.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154209.mp3 On West Virginia highway 19, the world's longest steel arch bridge spans North America's oldest river. This weekend, the four-lane bridge will close for the annual Bridge Day celebrations. FMI - www.officialbridgeday.com Travel David Bear EPISODE443 - Bridge Day at New River Gorge On West Virginia highway 19, the world's longest steel arch bridge spans North America's oldest river. This weekend, the four-lane bridge will close for the annual Bridge Day celebrations. FMI - www.officialbridgeday.com 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154207.mp3 Wed, 15 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154207.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154207.mp3 In the mountains of North Carolina, the folks of Banner elk, to the woolly warm to predict the winter's harshness. This weekend, they'll find the fastest worm in town. http://averycounty.com/?subPage=110 Travel David Bear EPISODE442 - Banner Elk Woolly Worm Festival In the mountains of North Carolina, the folks of Banner elk, to the woolly warm to predict the winter's harshness. This weekend, they'll find the fastest worm in town. http://averycounty.com/?subPage=110 01:41 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154206.mp3 Tue, 14 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154206.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154206.mp3 Commercial aircraft can now fly more than halfway around the planet without stopping to refuel. The long distance champion is an 8000 mile route between New York and Johannesburg. Travel David Bear EPISODE441 - Long-distance plane flights Commercial aircraft can now fly more than halfway around the planet without stopping to refuel. The long distance champion is an 8000 mile route between New York and Johannesburg. 01:46 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154205.mp3 Mon, 13 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154205.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154205.mp3 At least 70 cities, villages, and towns across the country have born in the name of this exalted explorer. We visit a Columbus mosaic in Commerce, Texas to get a taste of them all. Travel David Bear EPISODE440 - Columbus Day in Columbus, USA At least 70 cities, villages, and towns across the country have born in the name of this exalted explorer. We visit a Columbus mosaic in Commerce, Texas to get a taste of them all. 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154204.mp3 Sun, 12 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154204.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-154204.mp3 100 miles southeast of Ankara, the capital of modern Turkey, lies the underground city of Derinkuyu. Discovered only 50 years ago, it has been excavated seven stories deep. Travel David Bear EPISODE439 - The caves of Cappadocia 100 miles southeast of Ankara, the capital of modern Turkey, lies the underground city of Derinkuyu. Discovered only 50 years ago, it has been excavated seven stories deep. 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-151771.mp3 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-151771.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-151771.mp3 Heightened federal safety and emissions standards make buying a car abroad and bringing it back into the US less attractive than it once was. But there are still many benefits. Travel David Bear EPISODE438 - Buying a car abroad Heightened federal safety and emissions standards make buying a car abroad and bringing it back into the US less attractive than it once was. But there are still many benefits. 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-151770.mp3 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-151770.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-151770.mp3 Once a significant once a significant center for cotton, this town's colonial and antebellum architecture has been wonderfully preserved. Come this weekend for a tour of Louisiana's history. FMI - www.natchitochesfalltour.com/ Travel David Bear EPISODE437 - Natchitoches Historical Pilgrimage Once a significant once a significant center for cotton, this town's colonial and antebellum architecture has been wonderfully preserved. Come this weekend for a tour of Louisiana's history. FMI - www.natchitochesfalltour.com/ 01:46 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-151769.mp3 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-151769.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-151769.mp3 An Italian province, this 100-mile strip of land along the coast of the Adriatic Sea has maintained its traditional charms and values. October is an excellent time to visit. Travel David Bear EPISODE436 - Exploring the Italian Marches An Italian province, this 100-mile strip of land along the coast of the Adriatic Sea has maintained its traditional charms and values. October is an excellent time to visit. 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149746.mp3 Thu, 02 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149746.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149746.mp3 On this day, Jules Verne's classic novel's main character, Phileas Fogg, made his fateful globe-girdling wager. Fogg that found his experiences along the way made him a better man. Good journeys are always that way. Travel David Bear EPISODE435 - Around the world in 80 days On this day, Jules Verne's classic novel's main character, Phileas Fogg, made his fateful globe-girdling wager. Fogg that found his experiences along the way made him a better man. Good journeys are always that way. 01:45 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149745.mp3 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149745.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149745.mp3 In addition to a passport, many countries such as Australia, the former communist bloc nations, and many nations in Africa, South and Central America, and the Middle East still require American travelers to obtain a visa prior to a visit. Travel David Bear EPISODE434 - Obtaining a visa In addition to a passport, many countries such as Australia, the former communist bloc nations, and many nations in Africa, South and Central America, and the Middle East still require American travelers to obtain a visa prior to a visit. 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149744.mp3 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149744.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149744.mp3 More than ever it is true that a traveler without a passport is a traveler without a country. Here are procedures and tricks to help getting or renewing a passport more quickly. FMI â?? www.travel.state.gov Travel David Bear EPISODE433 - Proof of citizenship More than ever it is true that a traveler without a passport is a traveler without a country. Here are procedures and tricks to help getting or renewing a passport more quickly. FMI â?? www.travel.state.gov 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149741.mp3 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149741.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149741.mp3 This island this island lying southeast of Australia houses Port Arthur, a model prison of a century ago. Tour its buildings and museums. Plus, visit Tasmanian Devil Park. FMI - www.portarthur.org.au/ Travel David Bear EPISODE432 - Doing Time in Tasmania This island this island lying southeast of Australia houses Port Arthur, a model prison of a century ago. Tour its buildings and museums. Plus, visit Tasmanian Devil Park. FMI - www.portarthur.org.au/ 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149739.mp3 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149739.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-149739.mp3 An exclusive getaway, this 2500 acre preserve lies in the heart of Australia's great barrier reef. It lures a steady stream of the world's rich and famous. FMI - www.lizardisland.com.au/ Travel David Bear EPISODE431 - Lizard Island Australia An exclusive getaway, this 2500 acre preserve lies in the heart of Australia's great barrier reef. It lures a steady stream of the world's rich and famous. FMI - www.lizardisland.com.au/ 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-148039.mp3 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-148039.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-148039.mp3 Though US forest service has more than two dozen lookout posts or fire towers to rent. These high view accommodations can be especially rewarding to leaf beepers. FMI - www.firelookout.org/ Travel David Bear EPISODE430 - A room with a view Though US forest service has more than two dozen lookout posts or fire towers to rent. These high view accommodations can be especially rewarding to leaf beepers. FMI - www.firelookout.org/ 01:43 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-148038.mp3 Tue, 23 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-148038.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-148038.mp3 No image will ever be as good as the one you take with your mind's eye, but here are ways you can create photographs that will remember resemble the vistas you remember. Travel David Bear EPISODE429 - Capturing Fall's foliage No image will ever be as good as the one you take with your mind's eye, but here are ways you can create photographs that will remember resemble the vistas you remember. 01:47 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-148037.mp3 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-148037.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-148037.mp3 Leaf coloration depends on shorter days and reduced sunlight, but the type of tree is a factor in the color selection along with other variables. Tune in to discover more foliage facts. Travel David Bear EPISODE428 - Why Autumn's leaves are falling Leaf coloration depends on shorter days and reduced sunlight, but the type of tree is a factor in the color selection along with other variables. Tune in to discover more foliage facts. 01:46 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-148036.mp3 Sun, 21 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-148036.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-148036.mp3 Once a depository for Hawaiian leprosy victims, the Kalaupapa Peninsula now hosts one of the country's most unique and poignant national historical parks. FMI - www.nps.gov/kala/ Travel David Bear EPISODE427 - Finding peace in Kalaupapa Once a depository for Hawaiian leprosy victims, the Kalaupapa Peninsula now hosts one of the country's most unique and poignant national historical parks. FMI - www.nps.gov/kala/ 01:45 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-146199.mp3 Thu, 18 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-146199.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-146199.mp3 Every trip has three parts: planning and anticipation, the actual journey, and the internal impressions we call memory. Even bitter lemons can make sweet lemonade. Travel David Bear EPISODE426 - Managing travel expectations Every trip has three parts: planning and anticipation, the actual journey, and the internal impressions we call memory. Even bitter lemons can make sweet lemonade. 01:46 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-146198.mp3 Wed, 17 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-146198.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-146198.mp3 The world's largest beer bash, Munich's annual festival also features a folklore concert, hundreds of marching bands, and an ongoing carnival. More than 5 million revelers are expected to visit. FMI â?? www.munich-tourist.de Travel David Bear EPISODE425 - Enjoying Oktoberfest The world's largest beer bash, Munich's annual festival also features a folklore concert, hundreds of marching bands, and an ongoing carnival. More than 5 million revelers are expected to visit. FMI â?? www.munich-tourist.de 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-146197.mp3 Tue, 16 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-146197.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-146197.mp3 This string of sand and coral keys in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Florida encompasses North America's least disturbed coral reef. FMI â?? www.nps.gov/drto Travel David Bear EPISODE424 - Exploring the Dry Tortugas This string of sand and coral keys in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Florida encompasses North America's least disturbed coral reef. FMI â?? www.nps.gov/drto 01:48 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-146196.mp3 Sun, 14 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-146196.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-146196.mp3 You can go jump off a cliff and glide safely back to Earth with the aid of a paraglider. Flying never felt freer. FMI â?? www.paragliding.net or http://www.eagleparagliding.com/?q=node/188 Travel David Bear EPISODE423 - Paragliding to heaven You can go jump off a cliff and glide safely back to Earth with the aid of a paraglider. Flying never felt freer. FMI â?? www.paragliding.net or http://www.eagleparagliding.com/?q=node/188 01:44 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-143785.mp3 Thu, 11 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-143785.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-143785.mp3 Already commonplace in Europe, trading homes with another family is gaining popularity with Americans. Here are some thoughts on starting the process. www.trading-homes.com or www.ihen.com Travel David Bear EPISODE422 - A home away from home Already commonplace in Europe, trading homes with another family is gaining popularity with Americans. Here are some thoughts on starting the process. www.trading-homes.com or www.ihen.com 01:46 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-143784.mp3 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-143784.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-143784.mp3 On this day, the town of Frederick, Maryland remembers the feats of 95-year-old Barbara Fritchie whoâ??s heroic actions in 1862 during the Civil War were commemorated in a poem by John Greenleaf Whittier. FMI - www.fredericktourism.org/ Travel David Bear EPISODE421 - Barbara Fritchie Day On this day, the town of Frederick, Maryland remembers the feats of 95-year-old Barbara Fritchie whoâ??s heroic actions in 1862 during the Civil War were commemorated in a poem by John Greenleaf Whittier. FMI - www.fredericktourism.org/ 01:45 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-143783.mp3 Tue, 09 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-143783.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-143783.mp3 Never be paranoid about trouble when traveling abroad. Instead, find out ahead of time about specific concerns, put on your thinking cap, and bring along your common sense. FMI â?? www.travel.state.gov or www.cdc.gov/travel Travel David Bear EPISODE420 - Managing international risks Never be paranoid about trouble when traveling abroad. Instead, find out ahead of time about specific concerns, put on your thinking cap, and bring along your common sense. FMI â?? www.travel.state.gov or www.cdc.gov/travel 01:43 clean travel, journeys,vacation, trip, world, adventure. David Bear http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-143782.mp3 Mon, 08 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700 traveler@travelersjournal.com http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-143782.mp3 http://recordings.talkshoe.com/TC-14057/TS-143782.mp3 Some of volcanic islands in thi