WhatTravelWritersSay's podcast

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes a sombre visit to Arlington National Cemetery where three Kennedy brothers are buried along with many other U.S. notables.

Mike Keenan, What travel Writers say, describes Cooperstown new York's attractions particularly the Baseball Hall of Fame, a unique museum devoted to America's historic pastime.

Travel writer Mike Keenan describes the recreational, architectural, cultural and athletic attributes that make Chicago a fascinating city to visit and explore.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes a 12-day Viking River Cruise from Zurich, Switzerland to Paris, France with many wonderful stops and excursions in-between.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes dining & theatre options in Stratford, Ontario, 2019

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, talks with Cathy Rehberg, Marketing Manager for the Stratford Tourism Alliance on what's new in 2019.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, reviews The Shaw Festival's first two plays in Niagara on the Lake - Rope and The Horse And His Boy

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes a 17-day Holland America Panama Canal cruise from Fort Lauderdale in the Atlantic to San Diego in the Pacific. And the ship, the Oosterdam.

Mike Keenan, What Travel writers Say explores Raleigh, North Carolina's capital for two days, taking in NHL hockey, the art museum and the symphony.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes a trip to canada's cool capital city.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, reviews all nine of the Shaw Festival plays produced this year in Niagara on the Lake.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes a visit to Stratford, Ontario, where to stay, what to eat and what to see along with four theatre reviews.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, interviews Cathy Rayburg, Marketing Coordinator for The Stratford Tourism Alliance concerning what's new in Stratford in 2018.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes the quick, 2.5 hour Roman Guy Express Vatican Tour.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes an incredible Eyes of Rome Tour of the Vatican Museum, St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes a multi-country Eurail experience through Germany, Switzerland and Italy.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes wonderful Wien, aka Vienna, Austria, city of culture, dreams and stallions, named a world cultural heritage site by UNESCO and the world's most livable city several times.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes a two-day visit to Nuremberg exploring its historical WWII past and its progressive future.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes Frankfurt Germany, its amazing train station, the Hotel Frankfurt close by, a neat restaurant called What the Food, the English Theatre and a hop on & off bus ride.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes a favourite winter vacation area that attracts golf and tennis players as well as those who enjoy the extensive beaches. 

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes the Best Western Universo Hotel in Rome, close to the train station and subway.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, examines Rome's famed Colosseum with "Eyes of Rome" guide, Stephania Pistone, tracing its importance in Roman history.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes a 7-night AmaWaterways riverboat cruise from Luxembourg to Nuremberg entitled "Europe's Rivers & Castles."

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes the popular Belgian city of Bruges, often referred to as "the Venice of the north."

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, explores Seville, Spain with its fantastic cathedral, flamenco dancing and bull fights.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes Brussels, the capital of Belgium & the European Union, along with its delicious waffles, chocolates and beer.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes a visit to Cardiff, the Welsh capital, a vibrant city that everyone should visit, only two hours from London and well worth the journey.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes an Adventure Canada expedition around Newfoundland with fascinating stops along the way, such as Gros Morne and L'Anse Aux Meadows.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, talks to Cedar Swann, CEO of Adventure Canada

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes the lavish Biltmore Estate in Ashville, North Carolina

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes his experience of sky diving at age 64 in Lake Wales, Florida.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes Amsterdam in the Netherlands, famous for its canals, cannabis and culture.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes popular Albufeira located in Portugal's sunny Algarve, as well as some recommended day trips for tourists.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, interviews Laura Hughes, the Shaw Festival's Senior Communication Officer and gets an overview of the exciting new 2017 season under new Artistic Director, Tim Carroll.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say,, examines the Parry Sound "Festival of Sound," the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame and an exciting cruise through Georgian Bay's 30,000 islands aboard the Island Queen.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, examines Hilton Head, the beautiful barrier island in South Carolina with its appealing golf courses,tennis courts and beaches.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, interviews Ann Swerdfager, Publicity Director for the Stratford Festival and they discuss the 2017 season in Stratford, Ontario.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, interviews Cathy Rehberg, Marketing Coordinator for the Stratford Tourism Alliance on what's new in Stratford for 2017.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes Varadero, Cuba with its all inclusive promise of sun, sand and sex.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, describes the inviting city of Anchorage, Alaska with its spectacular mountain vistas and abundant wildlife.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, reviews the Opus Hotel in Vancouver's upscale Yaletown.

Mike Keenan, What Travel Writers Say, reviews the Hampton Inn Oceanfront Myrtle Beach Hotel

We examine the amazing city of Montreal, Quebec, where the food scene is as delightfully diverse as its multicultural inhabitants. 80 languages are spoken here. And its gastronomic delights far exceed Montreal's prized smoked meat and bagels. In fact, Montreal boasts the highest number of restaurants per capita in Canada. And in North America, it is second only to the Big Apple, New York city.

Mike Keenan describes his favourite places and things to do in Rochester, New York, the city that owes a great deal to the influence of George Eastman, founder of the Kodak Company and Rochester's greatest benefactor.

Mike Keenan interviews Irene Butler who talks about her book, "Trekking the Globe with Mostly Gentle Footsteps; Twelve Countries in Twelve Months." Irene explains how she and husband Rick planned, organized and carried off this wonderful adventure which has made them true citizens of the world. At age 57, she packed in her work world and set off to see the real world.

Mike Keenan describes two cruises through the delightful Thousand Islands archipelago that occupy a long stretch in the St. Lawrence River, the first originating from Gananoque, Ontario and the second from Alexandria Bay, New York. The amazing Antique Boar Museum located in nearby Clayton, New York is also described.

Jantine Van Kregten, Director of Communications for Ottawa Tourism, describes the year-long series of spectacular events scheduled in Ottawa to help celebrate Canada's 150th anniversary.

Canadian tourists have long enjoyed a North American monopoly on Cuba, its enticing weather and beaches, but thanks to US President Obama, this luxury may soon end. Two US airlines already have resumed flights to Cuba, so the time to see Cuba is now before it gets overrun!

I spent three exhilarating days in Reykjavik, Iceland, and I have assembled my favourite five things to do and see there in this self-reliant city whose rugged inhabitants deal with constant volcanic activity which they use to their own advantage.

Mike Keenan interviews Robert Arends of the San Diego Tourism Authority who talks about their weather, when to visit, new attractions, access, the proximity to Mexico and their sumptuous Cali-Baja cuisine.

Multiple trips to Vancouver feature Yaletown, Stanley Park, Granville Island, English Bay, the Vancouver Art Gallery, Bard on the Beach, the Orpheum Theatre, great restaurants, the WHL Vancouver Giants and several wonderful hotels.