Travel With Hawkeye: Recent Episodes
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Travel With Hawkeye features longtime Dallas morning radio host Mark “Hawkeye” Louis (96.3 KSCS) and his tales from a lifetime of travel and adventure. The podcast features a variety of celebrity guest, noted travel writers and a number of Hawkeye’s travel companions. The topics range from Henry Winkler’s tales of fly fishing in New Zealand to Hawkeye’s stories and adventures. Travel With Hawkeye not only discussion incredible destinations, travel bargains and tips, it also shares the excitement and fun of travel.
Find out more about each post on Hawkeye's blog at www.TravelWithHawkeye.net
Episode 307 - Country Music Star Zac Brown recently announced to a sold out crowd of 37,000 fans at Boston's Fenway Park, that every one in attendance was getting a free cruise for 2. What are the details behind this. Who is paying for this? David Yeskel, the (@CruiseGuru on X) gives us all the details
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Americans love their national parks. But with budget cuts and overcrowding, a lot of visitors are opting to visit nearby state parks, which often feature the same natural wonders but with less crowds. New York Times travel writer Ruffin Prevost joins the podcast to discuss his recent disoveries.
Read his work here:
5 State Parks That Feel Like National Parks
7 State Parks That You Really Love, You Told Us So
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Like a lot of baseball fans, Timothy Malcolm has a noble goal: Visit all 30 MLB Ballparks. To assist others in the quest, Malcom has written The Complete Guide to All the Ballparks, with Beer, Bites, and Sights Nearby,
The book not only provides tips into exploring all 30 Major League stadiums but also the surrounding cities for the ultimate baseball road trip. A discussion of our love of baseball and ballparks, this podcast is not to be missed by any baseball fan.
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Episode 306 - My broadcasting colleague Michelle Rodriguez got a sneak peak of the new Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas, just out side of Dallas. For what age range is this park designed? What attractions and features does it offer? We find out with the special sneak peak.
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Episode 305 - The World Cup is here in North America. How far can the USA National Team go? Who is the favorite? And can you actually get into a game for under $100. Soccer broascaster Peter Welpton
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Episode 305 - David Yeskel (@TheVegasGuru_ on Twitter / X) shares with us some of the incredible all inclusive packages that Las Vegas is offering to tourist. Spoiler Alert, we thought these offers were a misprint because they are unlike anything every offered before.
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Episode 304 - When people travel to Puerto Rico, the beaches are the most common destination. But Yara Gato, host of the new travelogue "Puerto Rico, Mountains to Coast" presents a different, wild and untamed side of the island. From rock climbing, to incredible waterfall hikes and great mountain biking, Puerto Rico is really and adventurists paradise.
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Episode 302 - Are you "that guy?" The guy that needs to stop and read all the historical markers along the road. So is Chris Woolsey (and me too) Chris has made it his mission to restore Texas's roadside historical markers and in the process has made a plethora of compelling social media post that have drawn thousands of fans.
We do a deep dive into Chris' passion project and find out more about Texas' historical markers.
Find Chris on social media @ChrisRestoresTX
Find my post on the most dangerous historical marker in Texas @HawkeyeOnAir
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Episode 301 - KC Wright had an idea, hide a treasure somewhere in Texas and have treasure seekers buy his book SEEK TEXAS to find clues and the prize. What could go wrong? My morning show colleague Michelle Rodriguez and me talk to KC about the contest and what happened to the prize/.
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Episode 300 - Many have considered Route 66 from Chicago to LA the quintessential America Road Trip. But Kevin Long the CEO of The Dyrt recently published 6 other American Road trips that might be more worth your time, including retracing the Oregon Trail, The Great Northern Road Trip from Maine to Seattle and the highway known as America's Loneliest Road.
Read More Here
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Episode 299 - After cartel violence in the Jalisco region of Mexico, is it safe to travel there? We talk with an American working abroad and to travel reporter David Yeskel with that question.
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Episode 298 - David Yeskel, aka The Vegas Guru (@TheVegasGuru_ on Twitter / X) joins us to discuss what's new and hot in Las Vegas plus some incredible deals that you'll want to check out.
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This interview was feature in my and Michelle Rodriguez' Behind the Mike podcast.
We had a chance to talk with viral sensation Will Gavin, the NFL's broadcaster for all games played in Europe. His unique style adds a dimension to the game that takes the broadcast to a new level.
We find out more how he got his start, how big football is now in the UK and would he ever consider being the full time broadcaster for a team in the US.
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Episode 297 - How can a simple pass for the National Parks becomes so controversial. A lawsuit has been filed against the Interior Department concerning President Trump's face on the new Residents' Pass. Plus a second lawsuit is being considered about a policy to void the pass if someone puts a sticker over the President's face.
Kieran Suckling of the Center for Biological Diversity discusses the lawsuit and the controversies surround the pass.
Note: A request was made to the Department of the Interior for an interview but they did not reply to our request.
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Episode 296 - A recent internet meme has stated that it's cheaper to fly to Tokyo and go to Tokyo Disneyland than it is to fly to Orlando and visit Walt Disney World. Can that be actually true? Travel writer Andrew Long has been discussing this for years. The answer . . . is rather nuanced.
Read Andrew Long's post here
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Episode 295 - Many skiers are packing up and headed out west to hit the champagne powder of Colorado and Utah. But how many have traveled east to check out the slopes of New England? We found tons of charming ski resorts that dot the east coast states that many people never consider visiting. Our goal; to get you, the outdoor enthusiast to consider a trip to Ski The East. Bryan Rivard from Ski Vermont and Drew Zimber from the Granite Backcountry Alliance join the show to discuss what you've been missing.
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Episode 294 - Travel writer Erin Gifford is writing the perfect companion for those who want to celebrate the nation's 250 birthday. Where can you get Vanilla Ice Cream from Thomas Jefferson's original recipe? What American landmark has a cat that will greet you? What roadside attraction has over 200 billboards to entice tourist? Erin has all the answers and more in her new book, Explore America, 250 Places to Go in 2025
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Episode 293 - David Yeskel (the @CruiseGuru on X) recounts his recent voyage to Scotland and Wales via the luxurious Regent line.
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Episode 292 - Americans love their national parks. But with budget cuts and overcrowding, a lot of visitors are opting to visit nearby state parks, which often feature the same natural wonders but with less crowds. New York Times travel writer Ruffin Prevost joins the podcast to discuss his recent disoveries.
Read his work here:
5 State Parks That Feel Like National Parks
7 State Parks That You Really Love, You Told Us So
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Episode 291 - Teena Apeles, author of the book 52 Things to Do in Los Angeles joins us to discusses some of the unusual and often overlooked gems of Los Angeles, such as the Italian inspired canals, the LA River Biker Trail and the forgotten caves of an old city park. This podcast is rated F for FUN! Read this book before your next trip to LA
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Episode 290 - Have you ever traveled to a foreign country and felt like you were eating like a tourist and not a local. Confession, I have. Noted travel host Rick Steves joins us to talk about his latest book, Italy for Food Lovers and gives you the know how to enjoy Italy's restaurant scene like a local.
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Episode 289 - New York Times writer Kendall Waldman recently visited the World's Largest Yard Sale, almost 700 miles long across multiple states. Discover why so many people travel every year to this spectacle. Read the story here
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Episode 288 - David Yeskel (@CruiseGuru on X) recently wrote about a cruise he took in Japan where most of the passengers were Japanese citizens. The cultural differences made the trip an extraordinary experience and a trip you ay want to consider
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Episode 287 - Travel writer Erin Gifford recently penned a piece for the Wall Street Journal titled "An 8-Hour Vacation? Meet the Travelers Who Love 'Extreme Day Trips.' What is an extreme day trip and how far will some people go to see the world in one day increments? And find out how one traveler Kevin Droniak might be the most extreme day traveler of all.
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Episode 286 - BBQ in Texas has become big business. People travel from all corners of the state, the country and even the globe to experience the best barbecue Texas has to offer. A new documentary, Family Beef captures not only the the Texas Barbecue scene, it also explores the BBQ feuds that have divided entire families. Executive Producer Tom Miller and Writer / Director Eric Henrikson join us to discuss the Texas Barbecue scene and why so many people are flocking to Lockhart, Texas, the Capital of Texas BBQ.
See the documentary Family Beef here
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Episode 285 - I love to see a city from an observation deck. Did you know that New York City has five! I give you my favorites, including a few you would have never imagined and the best time of day to visit an observation deck
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Episode 284 - One of my favorite things to do when visiting a city is to see it on foot. My favorite places to run; Rome around the Coliseum, Philadelphia, up to steps like Rocky and New York's Central Park. Bart Yasso, the Mayor Of Running joins us to talk about great cities and events to run and to discuss his new book 100 Runs of a Lifetime
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Episode 283 - You've heard about the popularity of True Crime Podcasts. But did you know there was such a thing as True Crime Travel. Travel writer Dawn Barclay has started a 10 book series on True Crime Travel titled Vacations Can Be Murder. The first volume focuses on New England. She joins us to discuss this niche travel genre
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Episode 282 - The Department of Homeland Security has set May, 2025 as the first date that domestic airline passengers must have a REAL ID to board a flight. Do you have a REAL ID? How do you get one? What if you don't have one and can't get one before May 7th? We answer all your questions.
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Episode 281- Elliot Stein has traveled the world in search of the last people who carry on ancient traditions. Custodians of Wonder: Ancient Customs, Profound Traditions, and the Last People Keeping Them Alive delves into the last Incan rope bridge builder, a mysterious metal mirror maker form India that will reveal your true self and Scandinavia's last night watchman to name a few. Stein discovers individuals who are keeping the these ancient traditions alive.
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Episode 280 - Clint Henderson from The Points Guy joins us to discuss the recent changes to Southwest Airlines. Is the good news or terrible news?
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Episode 279 - Writer Cassidy Randall joins us to discuss her book, 30 Below: The Harrowing and Heroic Story of the First All-Women's Ascent of Denali, celebrating the almost forgot tale from 1970 of this historic first.
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Episode 278 Travel writer Lisa Abend explores various European cities by totally unplugging and setting back the clock to a time when we were less connected. Could you travel the way that she recommends?
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Episode 277 - Headed to Europe in 2025. When will the visa rules take effect? What's the best way to connect flights when traveling overseas? Is there a better way to tour a new city. Are Destination Dupes really worth the time? We discuss all with travel writer David Yeskel (On X @CruiseGuru)
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Episode 276 - A recent article in the Washington Post drew my intention, "Timeshares can trap you. My family couldn’t escape until my dad died."
Travel writer Joel Balsam discussed the steps he took to get out of his family's time share. He joins us this week as our guest. Plus we discuss the problems with timeshares, and the high pressure sales tactics they use.
Links: Resonable Exit
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Episode 275 - Travel Writer Diana Spechler and I had plans to discuss about three relatively unknown gems to visit in Mexico, (Ajjic on Lake Chapata, Merida and Zihautanejo) but as often is the case when Diana and I chat, we got sidetracked and also delved into traveling and relationships
Diana Spechler is a novelist, essayist, and travel writer, whose work appears in the New York Times, the Guardian, Harper's, Bon Appetit, GQ, Esquire, Washington Post, and many other publications. She is the author of the travel-writing Substack Dispatches From The Road
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Episode 274 - Have you ever traveled overseas with kids? How about three very young kids? How about traveling continuously for years with three very young kids. That is what Jessica Gee and her husband did. The popular YouTube family, The Bucket List Family documents their travels. They also have a new book with National Geographic.. Join us for our conversation with the Bucket List Family mom, Jessica Gee
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Episode 273 - For the first time in 40 years, I headed back to Washington DC. I had such an great time that I'm planning to go back soon. But I wanted to find out more about this city that every American should visit, so we invited DC Tour Guide Rob Pitingolo of TripHacksDC to join us for the show
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Episode 272 - Cara Giaimo joins us to talk about the latest offering from the travelers at Atlas Obscura - Wild Life
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Episode 271 - You're wanting to travel to the French Alps for a skiing adventure of a lifetime. Take it to the next level by flying into London and taking the train to France. Jamie Aranoff from Ski Magazine tells you about this interesting travel hack that could also save you money
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Episode 270 - What's new and exciting in Las Vegas, David Yeskel (@TheVagesGuru_ on X) joins us to talk about the exciting new shows and attractions.
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Episode 269 - If you are a baseball fan, you've probably thought about the ultimate road trip, to visit all 30 Major League Baseball ballparks. Timothy Malcolm has written Baseball Road Trips, which is the ultimate travel guide to the 27 cities you'll be visiting while on your journey. Let's talk some baseball
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Episode 268 - Washington Post Travel writer Andrea Sachs recently penned an article titled Influencers Hyped The Amalfi Coast For Years. Now it's a Theme Park. We invited Andrea to discuss the issue of overtourism and to ask the question, 'have influencers ruined the Amalfi coast?"
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Episode 267 - Rebecca Carrell discuss a trip she is hosting (via a luxury yacht) that retraces the journey of the apostles in Turkey and Greece. Details on the trip here.
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Episode 266 - Paul Lukas of the Inconspicuous Consumption column (PaulLukas.Substack.com) recently write a piece titled "What Counts as Truly Having Been In: a U.S. State?" This became a topic of conversation among family and friends who have the goal of visiting all 50 states. We invited Paul to offer his obviously subjective rules to having visited a state.
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Episode 265 - Machu Picchu is on many people's bucket lists, but as Alvaro Silva tells us, some equally incredible Peruvian sites often go undiscovered by travelers. Today we explore the Hidden Treasures of Peru, including:
Qhapaq Nan - The famed Incan Trail
The Sarcophagi of Carajia
Cumbemayo and it's aqueducts
The lost city of Caral
and the famed Q'eswachaka Rope Bridge
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Episode 264 - Scott and Tarantino have written an engaging new travel book, Looking for Legends, which discusses the early travel pioneers, often booking passage on cargo ships because there was not any travel infrastructure. They include the first person to climb the Matterhorn, the first person to cross Greenland and a writer whose early travelogues became school textbooks.
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Episode 263 - National Geographic writer Andrew Nelson has written a compelling travel book that highlights incredible destinations that equal the splendor of better known sites but don't garner the same attention. Here Not There not only focuses on these "Destination Dupes", I suspect they will add to your bucket list.
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Episode 262 - My wife and I just returned from a wonderful trip to Zermatt, Switzerland. Why we love Switzerland so much
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Episode 261 - Travel writer Joe Yogerst joins us to discuss unique and delicious dishes he and his team discover while writing the book for NatGeo, 50 States, 1000 Eats
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Episode 260 - Travel writer Lucas Peters joins us to discuss Spain's El Camino De Santiago
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Episode 259 - Dublin Tour Guide Garvan Rushe joins us to discuss Ireland's past and ihow to better discover a city like Dublin via a walking tour.
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Episode 258 - Travel writer Jimmy Thomson recently rode Mexico's controversial new train, The Tren Maya, which services the Yucatan Peninsula. Why is this train so controversial? Is it a game changer? And is now the time to ride it? All answered this week in Travel with Hawkeye
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Episode 257 - Travel Writer Lucas Peters, who has written the new book Grand European Journeys, 40 Unforgettable Trips by Road, Rail, Sea and More, joins us for a no holds barred conversation about travel, adventure and romance.
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Episode 256 - George Dawson was a docent at San Antonio's Mission Concepcion when he re-discovered the phenomena called Illuminations. The Franciscan Priests who built the mission in the 1750's were able to "Capture the Sun" to convey a Message from God to the indigenous people of the area.
The Illuminations were only recently re-discoved after being forgotten about for over 200 years.
The San Antonio Missions were recenly named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Episode 255 - NY Times Travel Editor Amy Virshup discuss their 52 Places to Travel in 2024, and what criteria there is for a destination to make the liat.
Read the Article Here
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Episode 254 - How has this small town in Arkansas become the Mountain Biking Capital of the World in less than 15 years? Kalene Griffith from Visit Bentonville joins us to discuss what has become the Disneyland of Mountain Biking
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Episode 253 - We kick off Season 8 by heading to Switzerland with New York Times Travel writer Elaine Glusac to travel down the day long sledding trails in an uniquely European winter adventure. Check out her article Extreme Sledding in the Swiss Alps here.
Then we travel to New Mexico to experience the champagne powder the Rockies are known for but at a much more affordable price. Christy Germscheid from Ski Mexico joins us to describe the variety of winter adventure available in one of the US' southernmost states.
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Episode 252 - David Yeskel told me that his trip to Japan affected him no other trip he's ever taken. Find out why with our very first episode on Japan. And discover the amazing cruise line that kicked off his travels.
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Episode 251 - Tom Cotter of the series "The Barn Find Hunter" tells us about his new book, "America's Greatest Roadtrip - Key West to Deadhorse, Alaska, 9000 miles across backroads USA. What did he discover along the way? Whom did he meet? Why does he hate to plan and use GPS? And ultimately, what life lesson did he learn on the road?
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Episode 250 - What is a Destination Dupe? Set Jetting? A concert Tourist? They are all travel trends for the upcoming year. Melanie Fish from Expedia joins us to discuss new developments in travel for the upcoming year
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Episode 249 - Did you know you can stay overnight at Disney World's Cinderella's Castle? Have you ever heard of Disney Adulting? Or the Monorail Pub Crawl? Find out more of Disney's secrets from Marcy Callicker Smothers of the New Book "100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime"
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Episode 248 - David Yeskel, aka The Cruise Guru (@CrusieGuru on Twitter / X) joins us to discuss a new opportunity to visit the wonderful ports of call on the Mediterranean,
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Episode 247 - New York Times writer Kendall Waldman recently visited the World's Largest Yard Sale, almost 700 miles long across multiple states. Discover why so many people travel every year to this spectacle. Read the story here
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Episode 245 - Travel writer John Surico penned a piece for the New Your TImes, "The Five Best Hikes in N.Y.C. (to Make You Forget You're in the City)"
John said he was astonished by the reaction to the article, including lifetime New Yorkers amazed at the wilderness hiking trails there were within the city limits. If you are from NYC, discover how much you know of NYC untamed areas. If you enjoy traveling to New York City, add one of these hikes to your next itinerary.
Check out John's article here
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Episode 244 - European nations just announced that American will be required to obtain a visa to visit starting in 2024. But travel writer Jessica Pointevien (SheDreamsofTravel.com) says it will be a rather simple process. We discuss her recent article from Conde Nast where she explored the new process.
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Episode 243 - David Yeskel, the Vegas Guru (@TheVegasGuru_ on Twitter / X) discusses what's new, hip, trendy and fun in Las Vegas
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Melanie Fish, Expedia's Travel Expert, wants to save you money. Can AI be the future of cost conscious travel?
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Episode 241 - Many people have the ancient site of Machu Picchu on their bucket list. But a trip to Peru would not be complete with out a stop in the capital city of Lima, a city that is still influenced by Spanish colonial architecture. Bernard Munoz from the Peruvian Trade Commision joins us to discuss the wondrous city of Lima, Peru.
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With the news about the Titanic exclusion that went awry, we decided to repost a previous interview with Bob Ballard, the ocean explorer who discovered the Titanic.
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Episode 239 - My broadcasting colleague Donovan Lewis (Sportsradio 96.7 The Ticket) joins us to talk about his recent trip to the Greek Island of Rhodes and his changing perspective on travel.
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Tom Kubic is a retired airline pilot. He recently wrote an article for the Humble Dollar website on Saving Time and Money at the Airport titled The Unfriendly Skies. I guarantee you that there will be something Tom passes along in this podcast that the traveler will use.
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Episode 238 - Disney made a surprise announcement: the immersive hotel, the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser would be shutting down. Len Testa from the Unofficial Guide to Disney World joins us to discuss why this may have become Disney's most expensive misfire.
Hear Len Testa's review of the Galactic Starcruiser after it first opened on an earlier episode of the Travel With Hawkeye podcast
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Episode 237 - Carlos Heine from the Amazon Canoe Challenge joins us to discuss a bucket list trip, a 9 day excursion in dugout canoes down the Amazon in Peru
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Episode 236 - Grant Sinclair, author of the new MOON Guide USA RV Adventures, 25 Epics Routesand the Our Wander Filled Life blog, joins us to talk about discovering America via the open road.
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Episode 235 - Richard Sandoval from the Barnes Hotel offers his lover letter to the city of San Francisco and this historic hotel.
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Episode 234 - Erin Foster of the Unofficial Guide Series joins us with a comprehensive look at Disney Cruises. Did you realize that many adults hop an board and leave the kids at home? Or the variety of Disney Cruises available?
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Episode 233 - Teena Apeles, author of the book 52 Things to Do in Los Angeles joins us to discusses some of the unusual and often overlooked gems of Los Angeles, such as the Italian inspired canals, the LA River Biker Trail and the forgotten caves of an old city park. This podcast is rated F for FUN! Read this book before your next trip to LA
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Epidode 232 - What better way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day than a trip to Ireland with National Geographic's Jack Kavanagh. Jack has written a new book, Always Ireland, An Insider's Tour of the Emerald Isle, and also leads excursions to the Island for NatGeo. We discuss the the best spots to visit while in Ireland, the amazing castles, the wonderful people and even the bodies in the bog.
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Episode 230 - Have you ever traveled to a foreign country and felt like you were eating like a tourist and not a local. Confession, I have. Noted travel host Rick Steves joins us to talk about his latest book, Italy for Food Lovers and gives you the know how to enjoy Italy's restaurant scene like a local.
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Episode 229 - I recently saw an article on Insider, " I Spent $1200 on a Weekend Ski Trip" by Monica Humphries and it struck me that my recent trip to ski in Chamonix, France probably was cheaper that skiing in Colorado, $200 US Lift Tickets vs $60 European Lift Tickets being the main culprit.
Monica joins us to discuss the ever growing cost of skiing in the US. Plus my wife Madelyn joins the podcast to discuss the amazing destination of Chamonix.
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Episode 228 - David Yeskel, The Cruise Guru (@CruiseGuru on Twitter) joins us to discuss Virgin's move into the cruise industry. Also a look at the new offerings from MSC Cruises and their exclusive Yacht Club
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Episode 227 - Some Epic additions coming to Universal Orlando, and Seth Kubersky joins us to tell us why the "other" theme park is a must see when traveling to Orlando
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Episode 226 - A colleague of mine, Steve Pryor just got back from a 2 week cruise of the Panama Canal. He shares his exploits of this Modern Wonder of the World
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Episode 225 - We kick off Season 7 with a look at the Caribbean island of St Barth. Lyle Greenfield, author of the new book 1000 Days in St. Barth joins us to talk about the history of this island. How did a volcanic rock with no fresh water become a destination for the world's rich and famous? And what makes the airport such a dicey proposition? Why is this island so different from other Caribbean destinations? Find out as we discover the magic of St Barth.
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Jerome O'Conner is a man who has spent his life discovering World War II sites that have been forgotten, lost or hidden over time.
His life's work, and according to him the only book he'll ever write, is a fascinating work that uncovers some of the most important sites of World War II that time has forgotten.
Find Jerome O'Connor's Book The Hidden Places of World War II: The Extraordinary Sites Where History Was Made During The War That Saved Civilization Here
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Oregon is know for so many natural wonders, The Pacific coastline, Mt Hood, The Columbia River Gorge, Crater Lake. Lost in all that splendor is the number of amazing waterfalls that Oregon has. Kristen Fintel, the innkeeper at the Chehalem Ridge Bed and Breakfast joins the podcast to discuss Oregon's numerous waterfalls and the scenic drives and hikes that helps you discover them.
Oregon's Trail of Waterfalls
Trail of Ten Falls
More Waterfalls of Oregon
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Did you know you can stay overnight at Disney World's Cinderella's Castle? Have you ever heard of Disney Adulting? Or the Monorail Pub Crawl? Find out more of Disney's secrets from Marcy Callicker Smothers of the New Book "100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime"
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Episode 221 - Patricia Schultz, noted author of 1000 Place To See Before Your Die discusses her new book Why We Travel
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Episode 220 - If you're like myself, and admittedly Rick Steves, you once thought Art History was perhaps the most boring class in college. But PBS travel host Steves makes it come alive and presents the Art of Europe with a fascinating perspective. We guarantee that after enjoying Rick's visit on our podcast, you'll be setting the DVR for Rick Steve's new PBS series, The Art of Europe.
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Episode 219 - David Yeskel, the Cruise Guru (@CruiseGuru on Twitter) joins us with updated protocols for cruise lines plus some of the exciting new features and deals for travelers.
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Episode 219 - David Yeskel, the Cruise Guru (@CruiseGuru on Twitter) joins us with updated protocols for cruise lines plus some of the exciting new features and deals for travelers.
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Episode 218 - New York Times Travel writer Heather Murphy discusses possible changes the Department of Transportation is proposing to improve your airline experience. Some changes, like the travel dashboard, are already here. And others are awaiting your comments.
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Episode 218 - New York Times Travel writer Heather Murphy discusses possible changes the Department of Transportation is proposing to improve your airline experience. Some changes, like the travel dashboard, are already here. And others are awaiting your comments.
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Episode 217 - Travel writer Cindy Hirschfeld discusses her recent New York Times article on the Italian Via Ferrata coming to the US. What is the Via Ferrata? Find out why you should be excited about this Italian outdoor experience.
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Episode 217 - Travel writer Cindy Hirschfeld discusses her recent New York Times article on the Italian Via Ferrata coming to the US. What is the Via Ferrata? Find out why you should be excited about this Italian outdoor experience.
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Episode 218 - Perhaps the best value travel site out there (because it's FREE) Scott's Cheap Flights has been hooking up travelers with unbelievable airfares for years. How did found Scott Keyes get started and how does he find these deals? We discuss on this weeks podcast
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Episode 217 - Rob Pitingalo of TripHacksDC tells us why Washington DC needs to be on everyone's bucket list. A discussion of the capital city's top attraction, including insider tips and it's secret history.
What is at the top of the Washington Monument and why was it put there? Find out on this week's Travel With Hawkeye podcast.
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Episode 216 - Recently Yellowstone Park suffered devastating floods. We sat down with Jenny Pelej of Visit Montana to discuss the encourage news with the park's reopening. We also discussed opportunities for tourists that currently exist because on the smaller than normal crowds
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Episode 215 - National Geographic Writer Jordan Salama took a 72 hour cross country rail trip. What did this 20 something scribe see on his trip and would he do it gain. Oh, by the way, there is no internet access.
Read Jordon's Article here
Hear Jordan's NPR piece on Private Rail Cars
Read Jordan's book on the Columbia River
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Episode 214 - Marlee McCormick realized that with great internet service, she could do her job anywhere. Where did she go? Should you take her lead and become a digital nomad? Marlee shares her adventures and offers advice on becoming a digital nomad.
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Episode 213 - Jessica Nabongo is on the few people to have visited every country on the planet and she is very proud to be the first black woman to do so. Her new National Geographic book The Catch Me If You Can chronicles her journey and her wonderful insight into our amazing world.
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Episode 212 - New York's JFK airport has one of the world's most unique hotels, buuilt around the splendid 1960's era TWA terminal, the TWA Hotel is unlike any other place in the world. Kautnteya Chitnis discuss how this Eero Saarinen designed terminal has been retrofitted into a spectacular hotel with its own Instagram following.
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Episode 211 - Travel guide book author and PBS host Rick Steves discusses his latest trips to Europe and why this is a good time to venture overseas.
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Episode 213 - Only 7 people have ever held the title of Jack Daniels Master Distiller. Current Master Distiller Jeff Arnett joins us in studio to talk about the Tennessee Whiskey Trail on this week's Travel With Hawkeye Podcast
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Think of taking an Alaskan cruise. Before you book your trip, check out our podcast with Mark Adams, author of Tip of the Iceberg. Mark is one of our favorite guest and his episode on Machu Picchu is one of our all time favorites
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Amy Bizzarri, author of the book, The Best Hits on Route 66, 100 Essential Stops on the Mother Road" takes us on a trip from Chicago to the Santa Monica Pier, across America to discover the history, the culture, the food, the people and the spirit of this country's most cherished highway.
Stops include the Blue Hole in New Mexico, a little known desert oasis, and a road that plays a tune but only when you drive the speed limit.
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The Broadmoor, a 100 year old resort in Colorado Springs, Colorado is unlike any other place in America. Where else can you experience a cattle drive, a cog railway up Pikes Peak and scenic hiking to seven different waterfalls. Not to mention golf, tennis, spas and falconry. Yes, falconry. It's all available at the historic Broadmoor.
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On March 1, 2022, Disney World opened the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser, a multi day all-Immersive adventure. Not unlike a cruise ship in space, this experience has you play a major role in your personalized adventure.
Len Testa from the Unofficial Guide To Walt Disney World was one of the very first guests. We review his visit to this game changing travel experience.
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Episode 208 - This American city has it all. Beaches. Sailing. A great food scene. A one of a kind world class museum that attracts celebrities from across the globe. An amusement park that rivals anything in Orlando. And an incredible National Park just outside the city limits. This might be the most overlooked city in the US. Mark Wolters of the Wolters World Travel Vlog joins us to share his visit to this amazing city that you have probably never thought to visit. What city are we referring to? Have a guess?
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For the first time ever, 100 miles of Maine Wilderness in open for Hut to Hut Skiing. David Goodman, the best selling author of Best Backcountry Skiing in the Northeast joins us to talk about his recent NY Times piece of Hut to Hut Skiing in the previously unopened Maine wilderness
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David Yeskel, the Cruise Guru (@CruiseGuru on Twitter) joins us to talk about the latest developments in the cruise industry, plus how taking a cruise can be the safest vacation in the covid era
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A downhill course on a mountain where it doesn't snow? A big air snowboard corse built over a an old nuclear cooling tower? Travel writer Tim Neville joins us to discuss why this might be the most uniques Winter Olympics ever. Read Tim's Article in Ski Magazine here
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Episode 204 - Tom Kubic is a retired airline pilot. He recently wrote an article for the Humble Dollar website on Saving Time and Money at the Airport titled The Unfriendly Skies. I guarantee you that there will be something Tom passes along in this podcast that the traveler will use.
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Episode 203 - We kick of Season 6 with Len Testa from "The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2022" with an episode that is guaranteed to save you time and money on your next visit to Orlando.
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Episode 202 - NatGeo Editor and skiing enthusiast Gordy Megroz discuss the world's most iconic skiing runs for Jackson Hole's Corbett's Couloir, to Tuckerman's Ravine an Hawaii's Mauna Kea
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A Bonus Episode: Many people realize that on top of my broadcasting duties, I am also Chairman of the BMW Dallas Marathon. This year is the 50th Anniversary of the event and we wanted to reconnect with the winners from the 1971 event (originally know as the White Rock Marathon, as it circled Dallas' White Rock Lake)
We were lucky to discover that the 1971 Women's Division winner, Annabelle Corboy not only still lived in the area, she had already registered for this year's race. At age 74, Annabelle will be running the Half Marathon.
I recently sat down with Annabelle to discuss her first marathon.
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Episode 201 - There are two types of people in the world, those who are fans of ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro and those who haven't heard of him yet.
Ww discuss Jake's native Hawaii, his groundbreaking new album Jake and Friends and how he became a Master Class instructor.
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Episode 200 - I can't think of a better interview for our 200th episode. Christina grew up in Indonesia and now lives in Dallas, Texas. She had never camped a single day in her life before deciding to hike the entire Appalachian Trail. She recently returned after completing her epic hike and chronicling her adventure in with her vlog- Sheep and Bobo. Join us as we celebrate Christina's adventure on the 200th Edition of Travel With Hawkeye
Want more about the Appalachian Trail? Hear our earlier podcast on the history the trail
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Episode 199 - National Geographic's Senior Editor Allyson Johnson discusses their new book "1000 Perfect Weekends" From the obscure Block Island off the coast of Rhode Island to some of the world's most iconic and unusual beaches, NatGeo has compiled an all encompassing look at some of the planet's most enticing getaways.
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Episode 198 - One of our favorite websites and books is Atlas Obscura, a look at unusual and unique places and attractions all over the globe. We feel it's the perfect website to check before any trip. Now the editors have focused on the world's edible wonders in a way only they can, behold Gastro Obscura, A Food Adventurer's Guide.
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Episode 197 - Have you ever thought of visiting Scotland? Stevie Christie of Wilderness Scotland joins the podcast to discuss why winter might be the best time to visit Scotland.
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Episode 196 - Perhaps the best value travel site out there (because it's FREE) Scott's Cheap Flights has been hooking up travelers with unbelievable airfares for years. How did found Scott Keyes get started and how does he find these deals? We discuss on this weeks podcast
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Episode 195 - Are there safe places to travel in the US? And how does one travel safely to Europe. What kind of restrictions are un Americans? Washington Post travel writer Natalie Compton has written a series of articles that address these issues and she joins us on this week's podcast
Natalie's Articles:
6 Trip Ideas from Health Experts For Safer Travel This Fall
8 Questions About Traveling To Europe Answered
Everything You Need To Know About Traveling to Italy
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Episode 194 - David Yeskel, the Cruise Guru (@CruiseGuru on Twitter) recently returned for a 14 day Caribbean cruise aboard the Seabourn Odyssey. Find out why a cruise might be the safest vacation option out there.
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Episode 193 - Oregon is know for so many natural wonders, The Pacific coastline, Mt Hood, The Columbia River Gorge, Crater Lake. Lost in all that splendor is the number of amazing waterfalls that Oregon has. Kristen Fintel, the innkeeper at the Chehalem Ridge Bed and Breakfast joins the podcast to discuss Oregon's numerous waterfalls and the scenic drives and hikes that helps you discover them.
Oregon's Trail of Waterfalls
Trail of Ten Falls
More Waterfalls of Oregon
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Episode 192 - Like myself, you may have considered renting an RV for an upcoming vacation. Spencer Stevens of the Adventurtunity Family , went one step further. He bought an RV and he and his family live full time on the road. But he had a rather interesting learning curve that he didn't expect.
Before you rent an RV make sure you listen to the podcast!
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Episode 191 - A look at some of the Olympics most amazing tales. As a big fan of the Olympics, I'm always looking for great books about this international spectacle. Total Olympics, Every Obscure, Hilarious, Dramatic and Inspiring Tale Worth Knowing is a fun read and we invited Jeremy Fuchs to join us during the Olympics to discuss our favorite Olympic Tales.
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Episode 191 - Writer Phillip D'Anieri discusses his latest wo,rk a "biography" of the Appalachian Trail. We discuss how this Iconic cross nation trail was created and the characters who made it trail so iconic.
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Episode 190 Las Vegas is kicking off its Grand Re-opening with new hotels, new residencies, the return of major attractions and shows and YES, the return of the buffet. David Yeskel, the Vegas Guru (@TheVegasGuru_ on Twitter) joins us to discuss what to expect this summer in Las Vegas.
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Episode 189 - I recently wondered how easy it would be to take a multi day road trip in an electric vehicle? New York Times Travel Writer Elaine Glusac pondered the same question. Elaine joins the podcast to discuss her multi day road trip across Colorado and how she dealt with 'Range Anxiety." Read her article "Driving and Electric Car of Colorado's Scenic Byways" here
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Episode 188 - Explorer Bob Ballard is best known for discovering the wreckage of the Titanic. But as he describes in his new book, Into the Deep, Ballard not only developed new technology to explores the deepest parts of the ocean, but also rewrote numerous textbooks with his discoveries.
Bob joins us for a fascination discussion about his life, his work and his discoveries.
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Episode 187 - Like a lot of baseball fans, Timothy Malcolm has a noble goal: Visit all 30 MLB Ballparks. To assist others in the quest, Malcom has written The Complete Guide to All the Ballparks, with Beer, Bites, and Sights Nearby,
The book not only provides tips into exploring all 30 Major League stadiums but also the surrounding cities for the ultimate baseball road trip. A discussion of our love of baseball and ballparks, this podcast is not to be missed by any baseball fan.
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Episode 186 - National Geographic Senior Editor Allyson Johnson joins us to discuss the new book Secrets of the National Parks and offers vacation ideas for a variety of overlooked gems.
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Episode 185 - How has this small town in Arkansas become the Mountain Biking Capital of the World in less than 15 years? Kalene Griffith from Visit Bentonville joins us to discuss what has become the Disneyland of Mountain Biking
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Episode 184 - As I have often said, no industry has suffered more during the pandemic than travel and hospitality. I wanted to see how one industry, the ski industry, coped during the pandemic. I visited three independent ski area, Taos in New Mexico, Colorado's Monarch and Ski Cooper. What I found is that all three resorts had basically operated with the same protocol, but the results were much different.
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Episode 183 - Wanting to get back on a cruise ship? David Yeskel (@CruiseGuru on Twitter) discusses what cruise lines are doing to get back during the summer of 2021.
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Episode 182 - There are two immersive Van Gogh exhibits touring the US this year. One is receiving rave reviews. The other . . . follows the first a few months after Immersive Van Gogh leaves town, and does not receive such good reviews. We talk to Corey Ross from Immersive Van Gogh on why their exhibit is drawing so much positive reaction and his thoughts on the competition and their confusing campaign.
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Episode 181 - As we optimistically see light at the end of the tunnel, we wanted to check in with Travel Vlogger Mark Wolters (Wolters World on YouTube) and see what the last year has been like for his family and what he is hoping for in the near future.
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Episode 180 - Jon Waterman of the National Geograhic Society, author of the new book, Atlas of the National Parks and a former Park Ranger joins us to discuss the vast treasures of the US National Park System.
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Episode 179 - New York Times Travel Writer Tariro Mzezewa's recent article Coming Soon, The Vaccine Passport" discusses the effect the Coronavirus vaccine will have on travel.
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Episode 178 - Brenda Cantrell discusses the amazing treasures to be found at the Unclaimed Baggage Center, a retail store where unclaimed airline luggage and its contents end up and is sold to the public.
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Episode 177 - January is National Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month, and this week we discuss the "How To's" to start enjoying snow sports. We chat with Sports Broadcaster Donovan Lewis (Sportsradio 96.7 The Ticket - Dallas) who just got back from his very first ski trip.
And Stan Paoli from Sun and Ski Sports discuss what you need to do to prepare for your first first rip to the mountains.
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Episode 176 - Season 5 kicks off with a look at the winter wonderland that is Quebec and it's unique trails designed for ice skating
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Episode 175 - 2020 has been an incredibly difficult year for the traveler. But we did discover a few places to add to our bucket list when we get past the pandemic. Let's all hope for a wonderful 2021
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Episode 174 - How will COVID - 19 affect the upcoming ski season. Our three guest discuss everything from the reality using the the reservation system for the Epic Pass to a day at a local ski hill.
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Episode 173 - National Geographic's Allison Johnson joins the podcast to discuss the new National Geographic book 500 Frives of a Lifetime.
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Episode 171 - Rick Quinn has written an amazing book titled, 'Arizona and New Mexico; 25 Scenic Side Trips'
We discuss his travels to sites off the beaten path like the Catwalk National Recreation Trail, The Turquiose Trail and Chimayo Sanctuary, aka the Lourdes of America
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Episode 170 - Susan Goldberg, Editor in Chief of National Geographic joins us to discuss the new book America the Beautiful and the 1893 poem by Katharine Lee Bates that inspired the song and was the inspiration for this book.
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Episode 170 - David Yeskel (@TheVegasGuru_ on Twitter) joins us with a look at Las Vegas in 2020. Despite the obvious downtown due to the pandemic, Las Vegas is already preparing for a comeback in 2021 with new attractions and resorts
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Episode 169 - Travel writer Charly Wilder wrote a piece for the New York Times chronicling her trip down the ancient Silk Road, which connects China to all points west. Once one of the most influential parts of the globe, Wilder discovers ancient treasures, cultural influences and beautiful architecture in a part of the world where few people travel.
Hear our interview with Ms. Wilder as we discuss her article, 12 Days on the Most Storied Highway of Them All: The Silk Road
Read more from Charly Wilder
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If you have every traveled in South Dakota (or Nebraska, or Wyoming) you have probably seen the signs for a drug store in Wall, SD. Why has this small town drug store become, in our opinion, America's Favorite Roadside Attraction? Why are thousands of people stopping everyday?
We asked Rick Hustead, grandson of the founders of Wall Drug, that very question. And how many Wall Drug Roadside signs are there?
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Episode 167 - New York TImes Writer Chari Suri offers an interesting proposal for those working at home during the pandemic. Why not live in a foreign country and office from your new home abroad? A number of countries in the Caribbean and Eastern Europe are offering extended visas for Americans to do just that.
We discuss Suri's New York Times article Why Work From Home When You Can Work From Barbados, Bermuda or … Estonia? on this week's Travel With Hawkeye podcast.
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Episode 166 - Are some airlines using your browser history and social media accounts to determine the amount you would pay for tickets? And how can you country their efforts to get cheaper tickets?
Chris Elliot discusses his recent Washington Post article that discuss a new form of dynamic pricing that may cost you more for tickets in the near future.
Link: Washington Post: Could dynamic pricing be influencing how much you pay for your plane ticket?
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Episode 165 - In my opinion, Mark has written the book to read before your trip to Machu Picchu. It includes the history of the Incas and the Spanish Conquistadors plus the story of Hiram Bingham, the Yale lecturer whose expedition in 1911 found the ruins of the Incan site.
The book also follows Mark (a self professed 'Martini Explorer') as he retraces the steps of Bingham's Peruvian expeditions.
Did you know that there is a 'back door' to Machu Picchu? Or that there are many more Incan ruins to discover in Peru? Find out more in our interview with Mark Adams, author of Turn RIght at Machu Picchu
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Episode 164 - David Yeskel (@CruiseGuru_ on Twitter) joins us to discuss the challenges the cruise industry faces during the pandemic and what the future looks like.
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Episode 163 - Rick Steves has written over 50 books, but none has been like his latest, "For The Love of Europe." Unlike his other guidebooks, this book is a collection of essays about some his favorite European experiences. Rick sits down with Mark "Hawkeye" Louis to discuss his latest work.
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Episode 162 - We continue to chat with National Geographic's Joe Yogerst about great road trips and destinations in the US and Canada.
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Episode 161 - National Geographic's Joe Yogerst joins us to recap the second book in his travel trilogy, 100 Parks, 5000 Ideas. What State Park has its own breed of fish in a spring fed pool? What State Park was once almost purchased by PT Barnum? It's all in this weeks' Travel With Hawkeye podcast
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Charlie Daniels appeared as part of our Travel With Hawkeye podcast in September of 2018. (Episode 75) A number of people have asked if we would repost the portion with Charlie's interview. Notable is Charlie's mention of his early work with Bob Dylan
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Episode 160 - The long time host of The Amazing Race sits down with Hawkeye to discuss his new show Tough as Nails, his travel bucket list and the life of a New Zealander (including the meaning behind 'Number 8 Wire')
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Episode 159 - Thinking about a road trip this summer? Dave Lorenz of the Michigan Economic Development Corp. joins us to discuss one of the most beautiful parts of America, the northern tip of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. From the charm of Traverse City and Mackinac Island to the numerous natural wonders such as the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes and the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan, this part of the US is a stunning place to visit during the summer.
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Episode 158 - National Geographic's Joel Sartore has a mission: to photograph all the world's animal species that are in captivity. Upon the milestone of his 10,000th specifies photographed, he joined the Travel With Hawkeye podcast to discuss the Photo Ark
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Episode 157 - Writer Bonnie Tsui discusses her new book Why We Swim, plus we dive into the most unusual and beautiful places to swim and the most iconic swimmers.
Bonnie discusses the basic human need to swim (often in the coldest of water) and we add to the list of 1000 Places To Swim Before You Die.
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Episode 156 - Gary Kelly, CEO of Southwest Airlines joins the Travel With Hawkeye podcast to discuss how one airline will move forward during this international pandemic
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Episode 155 - Where does the cruise industry go from here in a world with the coronavirus? And how long before the ships start sailing again? (Answer: A lot sooner than you think) David Yeskel, the Cruise Guru discusses changes the cruise lines are making and what a cruise may look and feel like in the near future.
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Episode 154 - One of the most underreported stories of the Covid-19 pandemic is the situation in Hawaii. No other US state has an economy that based so much on tourism. But visiting Hawaii during the Covid-19 pandemic may not be the best idea.
Despite extremely low airfares, arriving passengers to the Aloha state have dropped from 30,000 a day to under 200. And when you arrive in Hawaii, you might be told to get on the next plane home or stay in your hotel room for a 2 week quarantine.
This week on the Travel With Hawkeye podcast, Lynn Kawano of Hawaii News Now discusses the heavy price Hawaii is paying to protect itself from the pandemic.
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Episode 153 - When it comes to the travel industry, there might be no bigger tech disrupter than Terry Jones. The former American Airlines VP started both Travelocity and Kayak and totally transformed the industry. Jones discusses his new book Disruption Off and how the coronavirus will effect the industry.
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Episode 152 - How will the Coronavirus affect travel in the future? What destinations will be hardest hit? Which industries will have a hard time coming back from this. These are just a few topics that Mark Wolters of WoltersWorld.com and I discuss on this special episode of the Travel With Hawkeye podcast.
Mark Wolters has offered unique and honest travel advice for a number of years on his YouTube channel, with over 600,000 subscribers and 10 million views.
Note from the host: I thought it might be best to put the travel podcast on hiatus during a time when people aren't traveling. But I've been missing the opportunity to chat with some incredible people I've met over the past 4 years. I thought it might being interesting to gather their insight and thoughts, their hopes and fears as we progress through these uncertain times. So from time to time, I will add to the queue a chat with a colleague. Please not that the situation is ever changing and there might be some information that is no longer relevant.
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Episode 151 - In 1936, when Averell Harriman found the Sun Valley Resort in the remote town of Ketchum, Idaho, it was something that had never been seen in the US. Celebrities flocked via the Union Pacific line to this nation's first ski resort. Decades before Vail, Park City and Tahoe, there was Sun Valley.
80+ years later, the resort is stills glamorous and exciting as ever. Kelli Lusk of Sun Valley joins the Travel With Hawkeye podcast to discuss this one of a kind year round resort.
Note: After taping this episode, Sun Valley closed their ski slopes early due to the Coronavirus. We present this podcast as a future travel option.
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Episode 150 - We discover the haunted midwest with new Travel Channel host Steve Shippy of Haunting in the Heartland. Steve has an in-depth conversation with skeptic / podcast host Hawkeye, and even Hawkeye admits he was impressed with Steve commitment to the cause.
Don't miss an in-depth conversation with the Travel Channel's Steve Shippy.
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Episode 149 - National Geographic writer Joe Yogerst has compiled 100 amazing drives in the US and Canada including the Space Alien Trail, The Country Music drive plus a few historic drives created for the first 'auto tourist' 100 years ago.
We guarantee there will be at least two things you will hear on this podcast that you will want to add to your bucket list.
Joe Yogerst book, 100 Drives 5000 Ideas
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Episode 148 - NY Times writer Laura M. Holson recently penned the tale of Hallstatt, Austria. This small town of less than 800 people is being overwhelmed by tourists because it resembles the fictional town in the Disney movie 'Frozen.'
This week on the Travel With Hawkeye podcast Laura and I discuss efforts of this small town to handle over tourism plus other spots that are dealing with the same problem,
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Episode 147 - Sebastian Modak was tasked by the New York Times; visit 52 places in 52 weeks. What did he see, where did he visit, what did he learn and how did this experience change him?
Find out on this week's Travel With Hawkeye podcast
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Episode 146 - Before you take a trip to the Alaskan Glaciers, check out our interview from Mark Adams on this week Travel With Hawkeye podcast.
Mark's book The Tip of the Iceberg, My 3000 Mile Journey Around Wild Alaska, The Last American Frontier, is a fascinating look at his journey to recreate the historical travels of John Muir (founder of the Sierra Club) and George Bird Grinnell (founder of the Audubon Society) on the famed Harriman Expedition to Alaska.
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Episode 145 - You may have never considered an ice skating trip to Quebec. Neither had I, until I read Elaine Glusac's recent piece in New York Times Travel Section, Where Trails Are For Skating, Not Hiking.
We invited Elaine on the show to find out more about the enchanting trails, frozen rivers and flooded forests that enable Canadians to enjoy the winter months in a whole new fashion
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Episode 144 - David Yeskel aka The Vegas Guru (@VegasGuru_ on Twitter) discusses what's new and hot in Las Vegas in 2020; incredible shows, great new restaurants and value prices luxury accommodations.
Find out about a new Cirque Du Soleil unlike any other, the World's Fastest Magician and new restaurants from the world's top chef.
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Episode 143 - New York Times Travel Writer Lauren Sloss' recent article on the Mexican destination of Bacalar asked a provocative question; how do you balance the benefits of being a new tourist destination with the environment concerns.
Bacalar sits on a delicate laguna in far south Mexico. Recent development has not only threatened this spectacular natural resource, it as also threaten a host of ancient living organisms. Will tourism be a boom or the end to the laguna?
Read Lauren's Article: Is Bacalar The Next Tulum?
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Episode 142 - Season 4 starts with Jerome O'Conner, a man who has spent his life discovering World War II sites that have been forgotten, lost or hidden over time.
His life's work, and according to him the only book he'll ever write, is a fascinating work that uncovers some of the most important sites of World War Ii that time has forgotten.
Find Jerome O'Connor's Book The Hidden Places of World War II: The Extraordinary Sites Where History Was Made During The War That Saved Civilization Here
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Episode 141 - We explore some of our favorite unusual spots of 2019. We start with a visit to Meow Wolf an interactive art exhibition that is selling out at record pace in Santa Fe.
Then Wendy Lubovich shares with us her favorite unusual New York museums in her new book "111 Museums in NYC That You Must Not Miss."
And Sommer Mathis of Atlas Obscure discusses her outfits excursions to Chernobyl.
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Episode 140 - Writer Bruce Steele's new book One Day at Disney documents cast members at Disney, from the theme parks around the globe to the movie and television sets, imagineers and resorts staff.
The book coincides with the new series of the same the name on the new Disney+ streaming service.
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Episode 139 - Travel writer Tim Neville discusses his recent trip to China and their plan to develop ski resorts to create a winter outdoor culture for its citizens. Tim also discusses plans for the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing.
Read Tim's recent article in New York Times: "Ready, Set, Ski! In China, Snow Sports Are The Next Big Thing"
And Check out Tim's previous visit to The Travel With Hawkeye podcast discussing skiing in Korea (both North and South Korea)
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Episode 138 - I saw that the former CEO of Lonely Planet, Daniel Houghton, had written a book "Wherever You Go: A Guide to Mindful, Sustainable and Life Changing Travel". I was immediately intrigued.
However I was not prepared for the usual tale of how a 23 year old became CEO of one of the most recognizable travel brands.
This book is not only only filled with Daniel's insight, but a host of interviews with other noted travelers. Not unlike this podcast, Daniel talk with people whose outlooks interests him.
On this week's Travel With Hawkeye podcast we discuss the new book along with our perspective on travel.
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Episode 137 - Our guests come from all over the US for Our 2019-20 Skiing Episode. This week we discover the US' first indoor year round ski hill near New York City, that hopes to introduce a quarter million new skiers to the sport annually.
We explore an iconic ski area that appears to take us back in time, virtually unchanged for decades and is owned by a cooperative of skiers.
We discover a state that often is overlooked when planning a ski vacation even thought it offers champagne powder, a world renown ski resort with its own airline plus a ski area that requires passing thru a nuclear laboratory's security checkpoint.
And we update you on the growing opportunities for the IKON pass holders and remember the life of winter sport pioneer Jake Burton Carpenter, all this week on the Travel With Hawkeye podcast.
Hugh Reynolds of Big Snow, Ry Young of Mad River Glen Ski Area, Kristin Rust Alterra Mountain Company and George Brooks of Ski New Mexico are our guests this week on our biggest Skiing Episode ever.
We also encourage you to check out the How I Built This Podcast with Guy Caz featuring an interview with the late Jake Carpenter Burton, the father of snowboarding
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Episode 136 - Over the past few years, there have been so many political changes in Colombia, that travelers have started to return to this country filled with diverse ecosystems, wonderful beaches, exquisite museums and bustling safe cities.
Brian Schon of True Colombia Travel joins the podcast to discuss why it's time to visit the South American wonders of Colombia.
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Episode 135 - I came across two travel coffee table books that were so extraordinary that I felt compelled to seek the editors and find out more about them. Caution - both these books will blow a hole in your bucket list
Epic Journeys: 245 Life Changing Adventures from National Geographic - Nat Geo Travel Editor George Stone joins the podcast to discuss the complication of this incredible book including the writers and photographers who assisted in the compilation.
Wanderlust: A Travelers Guide to the World from Moon Guides - Editor Grace Fujimoto discuss this special book's look the world's must unique sites and attractions.
Grace also shares Moon Guides unique use of local travel writers and their search for their next undiscovered talent.
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Episode 134 - My co host of my Dallas morning radio show, Katelyn Maida (aka Connected K) recently took her very fist trip abroad for her honeymoon.
Her impressions of Barcelona, Rome, the Amalfi Coast and her bucket list for her next visit.
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Episode 133 - Rob Pitingalo of TripHacksDC tells us why Washington DC needs to be on everyone's bucket list. A discussion of the capital city's top attraction, including insider tips and it's secret history.
What is at the top of the Washington Monument and why was it put there? Find out on this week's Travel With Hawkeye podcast.
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Episode 132 - We discuss the mysterious Hawaiian Island of Niihau, with Kit Furderer of Kauai's Holo Holo Charters. The islanders live in traditional manner and very few people have ever visited the "forbidden island."
We also compare the Eiffel Tower and the Empire State Building, are they worth your time when visiting Paris and New York City? And financial advisor Chuck Price tell us the pitfalls of planning to travel in your retirement.
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Episode 131 - My wife Madelyn and I recently returned from a week in Vermont and New Hampshire to go "Leaf Peeping" in New England. The vibrant colors, the picturesque towns, the scenic routes made this an unforgettable journey
Check out photos from out trip on our Travel With Hawkeye blog
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Episode 130 - Brenda Cantrell discusses the amazing treasures to be found at the Unclaimed Baggage Center, a retail store where unclaimed airline luggage and its contents end up and is sold to the public.
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Episode 129 - British Mountaineer and Special Forces Veteran Adrian Hayes discusses the problematic endeavor that climbing Mt. Everest has become, especially for those without climbing backgrounds.
If you have ever thought of climbing the world's highest peak, listen to Adrian Hayes' cautionary tale first. And check out his new book One Man's Climb; A Journey of Trauma. Tragedy and Triumph on K2
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Episode 128 - See the world on 2 wheels. We check out Saddle Skedaddle with Paul Snedker, a tour operator that takes cyclist of all levels (including those who wish to tour on a e bike) on multi day trips in a variety of countries.
Plus we check out a Rails to Trails vacation in the USA. And Michael Kranish author of "The World's Fastest Man: The Extraordinary Life of Cyclist Major Taylor" discusses the turn of the century cycling champion.
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Episode 127 - David Yeskel, the Cruise Guru delves into the world of Luxury Expedition Cruises and also why the cost of Caribbean Cruises have dropped dramatically. (Some at less than $60 dollars a night)
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Episode 126 - We explore the world of Country Music as presented by the new Ken Burns PBS documentary "Country Music" Producers Dayton Duncan and Julie Dunfey discuss the epic 16 hour film and the many surprises and wonderful moments the documentary uncovers.
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Episode 125 - Could you go on a trip for a week in Yellowstone National Park and generate Zero Waste? Absolutely no trash? Could you and a group of 12 generate Zero Waste for the same weeklong adventure?
Court Whelan of Natural Habitat Adventures discusses the world's first Zero Waste Adventure and how there were able to accomplish this feat, on this week's Travel With Hawkeye podcast.
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Episode 124 - Travel writer John Surico recently penned a piece for the New Your TImes Travel Section "The Five Best Hikes in N.Y.C. (to Make You Forget You're in the City)"
John said he was astonished by the reaction to the article, including lifetime New Yorkers amazed at the wilderness hiking trails there were within the city limits. If you are from NYC, discover how much you know of NYC untamed areas. If you enjoy traveling to New York City, add one of these hikes to your next itinerary.
Check out John's article here
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Episode 123 - Evelyn Hannon was the World's First Travel Blogger. Literally. She started traveling as a divorced woman at a time when few women traveled alone. She wrote about her fears, her growth and what she learned and shared it with women from all over the world, first with a newsletter and later a blog, Journeywoman.com
I recently learned of Evelyn's passing and wanted to share her inspirational conversation we had last year. She didn't grant too many interviews and I don't know why allowed me such a privileged.
Evelyn has inspired so many woman to seek adventure and travel the world. I hope her words continue to inspire.
We also chat with Carolyn Ray, the new CEO of JourneyWoman.com who will continue Evelyn's mission of empowering women thru travel
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Episode 122 - Travel Writer Peter Kujawinski had a quest. To visit as many state parks across the US as he could in a year. What he discovered is that America is packed with natural gems that are often overlooked by National Park fans.
Share with us Peter's adventures and discover some of the US' overlooked natural wonders hidden in plain sight, in our state parks.
Read Peter's two NY Times Travel articles: Wherever You Are, There's a State Park
and Rich in Surprises and Secrets, There's a State Park Waiting for You
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Travel Writer David McAninch wrote a truly engaging piece for the New York Times Travel Section on a whimsical trip across France's Cévennes Mountains in a classic French car.
Do not listen to this podcast or read his article unless you want to fall in love with this little known region of France or the often temperamental Citröen 2CV
Check out David's article here - Seeing the Mountains of France Through a Citroën’s Clouded, Classic Windshield
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Sports Broadcaster Craig Miller (Sportsradio 1310 - 96.7 The Ticket / Dallas) recently returned from a two week trip to Africa. The idea of going to Africa was pretty far down on his bucket list, but since his visit he can't wait to return.
Find out more about his African adventures and why you need to move this trip to the top of your bucket list on this week's Travel With Hawkeye podcast. And check out his amazing photography on Craig's Instagram
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This week on the Travel With Hawkeye podcast, Stevie Christie of Wilderness Scotland and Wilderness Ireland joins us to talk about some unique Scottish excursions from searching for the Loch Ness Monster to staying overnight in an ancient Scottish castle
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Only 7 people have ever held the title of Jack Daniels Master Distiller. Current Master Distiller Jeff Arnett joins us in studio to talk about the Tennessee Whiskey Trail on this week's Travel With Hawkeye Podcast
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If you would have told me at the beginning of the year that our family would be vacationing in Alabama, I would have not believed you. But a youth baseball tournament took our family to this little slice of white sandy beaches and a whole lot of fun called Gulf Shores, Alabama.
My travel buddy Billy Jones (from Episode 1), a frequent visitor to the Gulf Shores, joins the episode to discuss some of our favorite places to visit.
Visit our blog to see our photos and links to places we mentioned on the podcast
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Phil Sylvester of World Nomads joins the podcast as we discuss taking a different approach to travel, taking the road less traveled and making the places we visit better.
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We tackle a couple of controversial stories this episode.
Andy Newman from the New York TImes discusses his article 'If Seeing The World Helps Ruin It, Should We Stay Home?" and the reaction he received from his essay on travel and climate change.
And comedian Kathy Griffin discusses her difficultly traveling after her controversial Donald Trump photo. She discusses being detained at airports across the globe and her new Docu-comedy "A Hell of a Story" on the incident.
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Writer and Adventurer Mark Hunnibell found an old book by World War I veteran C.K. Sheppard about his historic 1919 Motorcycle ride across a young America. 100 years later, Mark prepares to recreate the ride and reflects on Sheppard's historic achievement.
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Len Testa of the Unofficial Guide to Disneyland, reports on the first weekend of Galaxy's Edge, the Star Wars immersive land at Disneyland: what not to miss, what is a must see and a must do, what was a big surprise and what item is most likely to be stolen from the park (in fact several have already appeared on eBay)
Before you make plans to go, listen to this podcast!
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