Podcasts about travel podcasts

Pizza on the Farm? Adult Summer Camps? Bat studies? Dark Sky Areas in Wisconsin? Today on The Cabin, we are joined by Laura Ericson, founder of Camp Lola Whiskey, to talk about some incredibly quirky and interesting summer activities in our state! We found some really cool activities for your bucket list - tune in! The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring La Crosse County;https://www.wicounties.org/counties/la-crosse-county/ The Cabin is also presented to you by: Badger State Brewing; https://badgerstatebrewing.com/ As well as Oak Creek; VisitOakCreek.com And Praise in the Pines; Praiseinthepines.org

From legendary restaurants and iconic cocktails to world-famous festivals and unforgettable culinary traditions, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) serves up A Taste of New Orleans with Mary Beth Romig, Assistant Vice President of Public Relations for New Orleans & Company Visit New Orleans  Discover why New Orleans continues to rank among America's greatest food destinations as Mary Beth shares insider tips on planning the perfect culinary getaway. Learn about historic restaurants like Antoine's and Tujague's, Michelin-recognized dining, James Beard Award-winning chefs, neighborhood food experiences, brunch culture, late-night eats, boutique hotels, and iconic cocktails like the Sazerac. The conversation also spotlights some of the city's biggest culinary celebrations, including Tales of the Cocktail, COOLinary New Orleans, French Quarter Festival, Jazz Fest, Fried Chicken Festival, Creole Tomato Festival, Réveillon dining during the holidays, and many more events that showcase the city's incredible food, music, and community spirit. Whether you're planning your first visit or returning for another unforgettable adventure, this episode proves there's always something delicious waiting in New Orleans.

Michael Cowan has lived many lives.He's been an attorney, educator, businessman, musician, songwriter, and now, an author. His debut novel, John B. Peoples, is proof that some of life's most meaningful adventures begin long after we think we've settled into who we are.In this episode of Speaking of Travel, Michael shares what inspired him to finally write the novel that had been quietly waiting inside him, why France, and especially Paris and Marseille, became such important settings, and how travel has shaped both his storytelling and his perspective on life.Together we explore what it means to keep growing, embrace curiosity, redefine success, and discover new purpose through every season of life.Whether you're dreaming about your next journey, considering a new creative path, or wondering if it's ever too late to begin again, this conversation is a reminder that the best chapters are sometimes the ones we never saw coming.A must listen! Thanks for listening to Speaking of Travel! Visit speakingoftravel.net for travel tips, travel stories, and ways you can become a more savvy traveler. 

After more than a decade of releasing this show on Mondays, I'm moving it to Wednesdays, and this is the first episode of the new time slot.  On the one hand, this might sound like nothing at all, but it's also a big deal, for you and for me, and in this episode, I explain why I'm making the change, and past guests give some tips on sustainable creativity for the long term. Joanna Penn is an award-winning New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of thrillers, dark fantasy, short stories and travel memoir under J.F. Penn and also writes non-fiction for authors and hosts The Creative Penn Podcast. Why the podcast is moving to Wednesdays (1) Take time out to question what you're doing (2) Learn to pivot if you want to keep going long term(3) Set a sustainable pace, and don't build reader expectations you can't deliver on (4) Don't try to do it all, and try to identify the fear that might be driving your choices (5) Question what still serves you, especially as things continue to change(6) Consider different approaches to creativity. It doesn't have to be every day, or every week(7) Creative humans evolve. Build a body of work for the long term. You can find the backlist episodes at TheCreativePenn.com/podcast, just click into the episode to find the transcript. Why The Podcast Is Moving To Wednesdays, And 7 Tips for Sustainable Creativity Here's my big news! After more than a decade of releasing this show on Mondays, I'm moving it to Wednesdays, and this is the first episode of the new time slot. On the one hand, this might sound like nothing at all, but it's also a big deal, for you and for me! I know many of you have a routine of listening to the show during a certain thing on a Monday, so I'm sorry to have to disrupt that, and I hope I don't lose you along the way — although I guess you could just save the episode for Monday! For me, it's a much bigger deal, because a Monday show has meant I have often recorded the intro and edited and scheduled the episode over the weekend. The main reason is that I need to record in the mornings when I have energy and when the house is less noisy, since Jonathan is often on the phone since he works from home as well. So I would prepare the episode on Fridays, and I type out this intro before reading it, and source the news and my thoughts and all that — and then I'd record it Saturday morning, or Sunday morning if Saturday was busy — and so recently, I have felt like something has to change.  Moving the show to a Wednesday means that I can prep on Monday and Tuesday, which is perfect. Its so funny because I agonised over this, in the same way I agonised over changing the theme tune a few years back. Some of you may remember that — and it also turned out to not be a big deal at all. We build things up in our minds and then sometimes the problem can be solved in a different way. So instead of going to ad hoc episodes, or once every two weeks, I hope that moving to Wednesday makes the show more sustainable again, because let's face it, there's a lot going on, and if I did a show every 2 weeks, I might have to make them longer to get through everything! So, same show, just on Wednesdays from now on. And this change underscores what today's episode is about: sustainable creativity over the long term. How do you keep writing, and publishing, and podcasting — and creating for years — and I am now at two decades — without burning out, and without becoming a slave to the algorithm, or the market, or even your own audience's expectations? The goal is not to just survive this year's release schedule, or to keep feeding the machine until you crumble under the speed of it all. The goal is to still be creating, and still be enjoying it, next month, next year, in five years, in 10 years, in 20, in 30. Who knows how many years we all have left — but for sure, we are NOT machines, we are not AI — and we cannot churn it out – and what is the point of that anyway?  So in today's show, I'll share some thoughts and tips from me and also other authors from the show on this topic, and you can find the full episodes in the backlist, and links as ever in the show notes on TheCreativePenn.com/podcast  (1) Take time out to question what you're doing In early 2024, The Tim Ferriss Show, one of the biggest podcasts in the world, hit its ten-year anniversary with over a billion downloads and over 750 episodes, and Tim decided to take a sabbatical. He paused the show for four months and seriously questioned whether to continue. Not because it was failing, it was hugely profitable and he enjoyed talking to people, but because the landscape had changed.  Podcasting had gone from a wide-open space in 2014 to a saturated market, and his question wasn't “can I keep competing?” It was “is this still the game I want to play?” Just a little note here, I started The Creative Penn Podcast in 2009 when there were even fewer shows so I know a lot about a changing podcast market! After four months, Tim came back from what he called a sabbatical with a blog post on My New Rules for Podcasting — To Keep Things Interesting. He starts with the sheer number of podcasts, saying, “Having a good show is no longer good enough. Having a great show is no longer good enough. If you want to survive in the mindshare of listeners, you need differentiation.” I think this is true for us as authors as well as podcasters, or YouTubers, or social media, or anything. But the good news is that your differentiation can be you. Regular listeners will know that I have questioned ending the show over the years, worried that I was no longer useful, or that my voice no longer mattered when there are so many podcasts on similar topics. But after your wonderful feedback, and the fact that the show still gets a lot of downloads every week, and the growth in my Patreon Community, I don't worry about that anymore. It's unlikely that any of us will have a podcast as big as Tim Ferriss's or sell as many books as The Four Hour Work Week, but that's OK, because we are not Tim. I am Jo Penn and you're here because you find my take on the publishing industry is still useful in some way. When it's not anymore, you will go elsewhere, and I find myself at peace with that. Back to Tim's article — he asks some questions of himself, including:If I get to do this for another decade, or had to do this for another decade, what new rules might I create to keep it interesting? Of course, we all have different ideas of what this means for us. And I have already implemented one of these rules, which is that I interview people on topics I find interesting. I frequently get pitched by more famous authors and bigger names, but most of the time I turn them down, and choose to talk to people who are not famous but are more interested in serving you, my audience, because that is the point of this show. I also have people on that I enjoy talking to, because checking in with my friends while you listen in, can be useful too, since my friends are often authors who've been in the industry a while now. I have to make the interviews time that I find interesting or useful or fulfilling as well. But the point is to stop and take time to consider what might need to change, even if you are really successful. You cannot be a slave to the algorithm, to the media, to your audience, for the long term. You have to put some circuit breakers in sometimes. It's the old adage about the small business. You have to work ON in the business, not just IN the business, which means you need to step away. This does sometimes mean that you have to get away physically. I had this realisation while we were in Bruges in Belgium talking to Jonathan about what changes I could make because I just felt a lack of freedom — and freedom is my highest value, so I really need to honour that. So, the first question for you is: If you feel like you need a change, if your routines are becoming too much, or your workload is too much, or you are eating into time you need for rest and recovery or family or whatever you need, can you schedule time out to have a think about what you need and how things can change? You don't need to burn it all down. You might find the answer is just moving the show from a Monday to a Wednesday! (2) Learn to pivot if you want to keep going long term I love talking to authors who have been doing this career for a long time, and in December 2025 in episode 839, I talked to Jennifer Probst, the New York Times bestselling romance author of more than sixty books, about why some authors build decades-long careers while others vanish after one breakout. Jennifer has been through the indie gold rush, the fallout, traditional deals, Kickstarter, all of it, and I asked her how she thinks about how everything keeps changing, and we start with marketing but it goes much further than that. Writing Free: Romance Author Jennifer Probst On A Long-Term Author Career *** Jo: In terms of how we do marketing, TikTok is still a thing, and we can see maybe generative AI search coming on the horizon and agentic buying. A decade ago it might have been different, more Facebook ads or whatever. Then before that it might have been something else. So there's always things changing along the way. Jennifer: Yes, there definitely is. It is a very oversaturated market. They talk about, I don't know, 2010 to 2016 maybe, as the gold rush, because that was where you could make a lot of money as an indie. Then we saw the total fallout of so many different things. I feel like I've gone through so many ups and downs in the industry. I do love it because the longer you're around, the more you learn how to pivot. If you want this career, you learn how to write differently or do whatever you need to do to keep going, in different aspects, with the changes. To me, that makes the industry exciting. Again, perspective is a big thing. But I have had to take a year to kind of rebuild when I was out of contract with a lot of things. I've had to say, “Okay, what do you see on the horizon now? Where is the new foundation? Where do you wanna restart?” Sometimes it takes a year or two of, “Maybe I won't be making big income and I cut back,” but then you're back in it, because it takes a while to write a few new books, or write under a pen name, or however you want to pivot your way back into the industry. Or, like you were saying, diversifying. I did a lot of non-fiction stuff because that's a big calling for me, so I put that into the primary for a while. I think it's important for authors to maybe not just have one thing. When that one thing goes away, you're scrambling. It's good to have a couple of different things like, “Well, okay, this genre is dead or this thing is dead or this isn't making money. Let me go to this for a little while until I see new things on the horizon.” *** I love that from Jennifer, because there are always new things on the horizon, and we try new things and we pivot, and we bring in other streams of income as some drop off, and we go again and we keep creating. Authors with longevity are authors who pivot over their careers. They may lament the end of one era, but they don't stop, they find a new way forward. (3) Set a sustainable pace, and don't build reader expectations you can't deliver on Kevin J. Anderson is one of the most productive writers alive, with hundreds of books, most of which he writes with dictation while out hiking, and he has been on this show many times. In January 2025, in episode 791, we talked about building a long-term author business, and how authors need to be careful about setting reader expectations around pace of releases. Building A Long Term Author Business, Dictation, Kickstarter, and Short Story Collections With Kevin J Anderson Kevin: Now, again, we get back to the longevity of a career. It is exhausting to write lots of books a year, and most people can't keep doing that for 20 years or 30 years. That's one of the reasons, especially indie authors, where readers expect you to write several books a year. Some indie authors I know are writing a book a month. I couldn't do that for any long period. Well, I couldn't do that probably for a single year. You start building expectations, and when you fail to meet those expectations, they will leave you very quickly. That's why you should have Plan Bs. If you really, really can't stand writing your steampunk vampire romance series after book number 29, well, make sure that you have some other series you're starting and building up. Well, Hugh Howey's got several series that are going. Michael Anderle has all kinds of series, and Craig Martelle has all kinds of series. You don't just put all your eggs in one basket. You need to have Plan B and Plan C, to circle around to what I started with. *** Whatever cadence you choose, for your books, your email newsletters, or or your podcast, or your social media, choose a pace you can still be keeping up in a decade, because this is a long term career, and longevity in the market is one of the most important things. It's better to pace yourself than burn out. (4) Don't try to do it all, and try to identify the fear that might be driving your choices I couldn't do an episode on sustainability without Becca Syme! Becca is an author coach who has worked with thousands of writers, she is the creator of the Better-Faster Academy and the Quit books, and the QuitCast podcast — and In January 2023, in episode 668, at the end of our conversation about intuitive writing and marketing, I asked her what authors who sustain long careers have in common. Intuitive Writing And Book Marketing With Becca Syme *** Joanna: So in terms of sustainability, let's talk about that. You coach writers every day, you see writers on every spectrum of every personality type, and people who write differently and release differently and publish differently. So what do you see as your recommendations or, I guess, commonalities for authors who want this sustainable career as a writer for the long term in order not to burn out? What are you seeing in terms of the best way to be sustainable in a creative career? Becca: Conquering the fear that we have that we're not going to get what we want out of the career, like 100%. Because the fear is the thing that's driving us to burn ourselves out. The fear that if I don't do it this way, I'm not going to make money. If I don't do it this way, I'm not going to have a long career. I'm going to miss out on something if I don't do absolutely everything. And then I think the most important knowledge that we can have is that everyone in this industry who's a nonfiction person, including me, is giving you a perspective on how author life can be done. Every single one of us, not the perspective on how it should be done in order to have success. And if we could just change our expectations of how we look at the people who are helping us who are being good, helpful people who are very sure that their way is the correct way and who should be, again, because like all experts, they've had success doing what they are doing. But the downside is from someone whose job is to sit with authors for 45 minutes at a time, all day, every day, I see the outcome of the people who have tried to “do it all,” in quotes, with capital letters, and who are burned out because they were doing everything out of a fear place. And I think one of the best things that can happen in our — and what burnout often does is it forces us to reckon with the fact that we were doing all of this because we were afraid. My book isn't going to sell, I'm not going to be able to do this, I have this dream that I'm holding on to and what happens if it doesn't manifest itself. Then we make a lot of our decisions about how much to take on based on fear, and we don't know it. Because we don't realize that our brains are wired for survival, and so anytime fear kicks in, your brain is like, well, we have to do that because if you're afraid of it, then that must mean that we need it in order to survive. And we don't. We will survive if our books don't sell. We have to calm that fear and answer the question. Like, what will happen if in five years, I have not sold more than $1,000 on every book that I am writing? Like if each of the individual books that I write have not made more than $1,000. And I have to reckon with what might happen if that happens, because if I don't, that fear is going to drive me to burnout over and over and over and over again. That is why we're making so many of our decisions, including: do I pay for this class or conference? Do I pay for this book? Do I spend money on this advertising? Do I hire this expert consultant? So many of us are making those choices out of fear and we don't realize it. And that's why when we do our public live coaching, and whenever I'm at a conference, I'm always listening for, “but what are you afraid is not going to happen? Or what are you afraid is going to happen?” Because if we don't deconstruct that part of yourself and calm your survival mechanism down, you're going to continue over and over again to make those decisions out of fear. Then you're going to not listen to your intuition because you think it's risky to listen to it. And so I really think, and some of this might include therapy for some of us, I'm just going to acknowledge some of us have trauma around not getting what we want or around not actualizing our desires, and we can't just talk ourselves into letting the fear go. But some of us do just need to consistently confront the fear and make a plan for what happens and then act in spite of that fear because we are not making good decisions when we are in survival mode. *** Becca is very wise, and also pretty hardcore! So if you feel like you are trying to do it all, and you are on the edge of burning out, can you identify the fear beneath it? (5) Question what still serves you, especially as things continue to change Sometimes we keep doing things the same way, even when things have changed. What is lost if we give things up? What is gained? And what kind of game do you want to play? In episode 845, Claire Taylor, humour and mystery author, owner of FFS Media, certified Enneagram coach, talks about how social media has changed and why she gave it up. Leaving Social Media, Writing Iconic Characters, and Building Trust With Claire Taylor *** Joanna: One thing I know will have perked up people's ears is: “I left social media.” Tell us a bit more about that. Claire: This was a move that I could feel coming for a while. I didn't like what social media did to my attention. Even when I wasn't on it, there was almost a hangover from having been on it. My attention didn't feel as sharp and focused as it used to be, back before social media became what it is now. So I started asking myself some questions: What is lost if I leave? What is gained if I leave? And what is social media actually doing for me today? Because sometimes we hold on to what it used to do for us, and we keep trying to squeeze more and more of that out of it. But it has changed so much. There are almost no places with sufficient organic reach anymore. It's all pay-to-play, and the cost of pay-to-play keeps going up. I looked at the numbers for my business. My Kickstarter was a great place to analyse that because they track so many traffic sources so clearly. I could see exactly how much I was getting from social media when I advertised and promoted my projects there. Then I asked: can I let that go in order to get my attention back and make my life feel more settled? And I decided: yes, I can. That's worth more to me. Joanna: There are some things money can't buy. Sometimes it really isn't about the money. I like your question: what is lost and what is gained? You also said it's all pay-to-play and there's no organic reach. I do think there is some organic reach for some people who don't pay, but those people are very good at playing the game of whatever the platform wants. So, TikTok for example—you might not have to pay money yet, but you do have to play their game. You have to pay with your time instead of money. I agree with you. I don't think there's anywhere you can literally just post something and know it will reliably reach the people who follow you. Claire: Right. Exactly. TikTok currently, if you really play the game, will sometimes “pick” you, right? But that “pick me” energy is not really my jam. And we can see the trend—this “organic” thing doesn't last. It's organic for now. You can play the game for now, but TikTok would be crazy not to change things so they make more money. So eventually everything becomes pay-to-play. TikTok is fun, but for me it's addictive. I took it off my phone years ago because I would do the infinite scroll. There's so much candy there. Then I'd wake up the next morning and notice my mood just wasn't where I wanted it to be. My energy was low. I really saw a correlation between how much I scrolled and how flat I felt afterwards. So I realised: I'm not the person to pay-to-play or to play the game here. I'm not even convinced that the pay-to-play on certain social media networks is being tracked in a reliable, accountable way anymore. Who is holding them accountable for those numbers? You can sort of see correlation in your sales, but still, I just became more and more sceptical. In the end, it just wasn't for me. My life is so much better on a daily basis without it. That's definitely a decision I have not regretted for a second. **** To be clear, we're not saying you should give up social media, but it's about questioning how things make you feel, and what you can sustain and how you want to spend your time. I did question once again whether to give up this show entirely, but it is an important part of my creative body of work, and quite frankly, I reach more people with the podcast than I do with my books, and I still love talking to people, and I learn, and it underpins my business. I don't do much social media though. I learn about AI things on X and I do post photos and things on Instagram but I don't do much else. You have to decide what is right for you, but also, what is right for you might change over time. If we have a long term career, or a long term anything, things will change, and we will need to move on sometimes, or at least question whether it is still working in the way it used to. (6) Consider different approaches to creativity. It doesn't have to be every day, or every week.  In April 2026, in episode 858, I talked to Sara Rosett, USA Today bestselling mystery author and co-host of the Wish I'd Known Then podcast, about low-key marketing, and a more seasonal approach, or phased approach to podcasting as well as writing. Special Editions, Seasonal Podcasts, and the Art of Low-Key Book Marketing with Sara Rosett *** Jo: Although I must say I had forgotten about your Mystery Books podcast and going to seasonal. I also had my second podcast, Books and Travel, which is now on a kind of hiatus, but going to a seasonal approach is actually really interesting. Do you find that listeners come back to that podcast? Sara: Yes, and it surprises me because I've always thought you have to be weekly with a podcast to gain any traction at all, which I think is the best way to do it. You can build an audience quickly then, but I just knew I couldn't sustain that. So when I set out, I started with maybe seven to ten episodes and I did them each year — each year has had a season — and I do five to ten episodes. Readers find it, and I have highlighted specific books. I think maybe they're searching for a podcast about the Thursday Murder Club or something like that. They find it that way, and I get downloads, just steady downloads throughout the year, and I don't do much. I do some Pinterest pins for that, and that's about all I do. This is one of those things — it's the kind of low-key marketing that's low threshold, but it does work. I think if your readers are looking for stuff to listen to about the topic you write about, it could be a good way to do some low-cost, long-tail marketing. I love it. I keep doing it because I love it. Jo: That just seems more sustainable to me. I didn't like doing everything every day or every single week. Sara: Me either. I like switching it up, and I do enjoy the different phases of writing. I like the research and then I like doing the — well, I don't like the drafting that much, but once I get a draft done, I like the editing. And then when it comes time to promote it or do a special edition or whatever, I enjoy that part. Finding whatever I'm going to use for the interior photos and stuff — just things like that. I enjoy each phase and I like switching it out. Jo: I think that's really good. Some people think this writer's life is you write new words every single day and you manage your ads every single day. That seems to be what some people do, but that's certainly not us, is it? Sara: No. And that's great if you want to do that. I just don't want to. And I think we've come to the point now where each person can do this as they want. Hopefully people don't feel the pressure to meet these self-imposed deadlines or parameters that don't exist. There's no rules for writing or publishing. You can do whatever you want. *** I am definitely a seasonal creator, I don't write every day. I never have. I binge write when a book emerges, or binge create. As I record this I am working on the treatment and trailer for what is now called Cathedral Zero, a positive futurist sci-fi feature film that I am entering in the FutureVision X Prize in the next week or so, and then I will move to the next project. I also love Kickstarter launches for this reason. They feel much more sustainable because it's such a focused marketing push. My Books and Travel Podcast is still on hiatus, but I may still resurrect that at some point. I still feel the pull of it. And of course, this show remains weekly, but the Wednesday shift will hopefully help keep it this way. I can't see me going seasonal with this, but never say never! The main thing is to consider seasonality, or consider phased approaches to your work, rather than trying to do exactly the same thing week in week out. (7) Creative humans evolve. Build a body of work for the long term. Roz Morris first came on this podcast in 2011, and in March 2026, in episode 853 we talked about her memoir, discovery writing, and slow, sustainable book marketing. Roz is an award-nominated literary author and former bestselling ghostwriter, an editor and I always appreciate her perspective as she has been doing this far longer than I have. **** JOANNA: Do you still actively choose indie for a particular reason? ROZ: I do. I really like building my own body of work, and I'm now experienced enough to know what I do well, what I need advice with, and help with. I mean, we don't do all this completely by ourselves, do we? We bring in experts who will give us the right feedback if we're doing a new genre or a genre that's new to us. I choose indie because I like the control. Because I began in traditional publishing—I was making books for other people—I just learned all the trades and how to do everything to a professional standard. I love being able to apply that to my own work. I also love the way I can decide what I'm going to write next. If I was traditionally published, I would have to do something that fitted with whatever the publisher would want of me, and that isn't necessarily where my muse is taking me or what I've become interested in. I think creative humans evolve throughout their lives. They become interested in different things, different themes, different ways of expressing themselves. I began by thinking I would just write novels, and now I've found myself writing memoirs as well. That shift would have been difficult if someone else was having to make me fit into their marketing plans or what their imprint was known for. But because I've built my own audience, I can just bring them with me and say, “You might like this. It's still me. I'm just doing something different.” **** Inspiring words from Roz there — “It's still me, I'm just doing something different.” And indeed, I am a very different Jo from the new author who started this podcast back in March 2009. I have evolved and this show has evolved and this is not the end, it is a new phase. It's funny because it's just a shift of two days, but it also breaks a habit, for you listening and for me creating. It changes a time slot, and that itself can be a way to change energy, to change direction, to shift what matters and how we do things.  So that's what I want to leave you with today. A question around how shifting something, even something small, might make a big difference to your creative body of work, the quality of time you have for yourself or your family, and I'd love to know what you think about today's episode and what we covered, as well as your thoughts on the Wednesday shift.  Please leave a comment on the show notes, or the YouTube channel, or email me. I will see you next Wednesday, so happy writing and I'll see you next time!The post Why The Podcast Is Moving To Wednesdays, And 7 Tips for Sustainable Creativity first appeared on The Creative Penn.

Watch On Youtube: youtube.com/watch?v=dlnjBMS6Jto&feature=youtu.be Daniel Valverde (@DanielValv3rd3) is a Peruvian entrepreneur who calls himself “the most interesting Peruvian in the world.” After building a successful cleaning company that now operates under his team in Peru, he stepped away from the day-to-day business to pursue a long-held passion: reviving Peruvian winemaking. In this episode, Daniel shares his journey from entrepreneurship to launching Valtierro, his inaugural 2025 wine vintage, along with the lessons he's learned building businesses, traveling the world, and creating a brand rooted in Peru's history. While Peru is already celebrated globally for its cuisine, including Central in Lima being named the World's Best Restaurant, few people realize the country has been producing wine for nearly 500 years. Home to some of the oldest vineyards in the Americas, Peru's winemaking tradition predates many of today's famous New World wine regions. Daniel explains why he believes Peru is on the verge of becoming the next great wine destination, how grapes like Negra Criolla are helping revive this forgotten heritage, and why Valtierro aims to be at the forefront of Peru's next chapter in fine wine. Peru, Lima, Living in Lima, Peru Travel, Peru Wine, Peruvian Wine, Valtierro, Negra Criolla, Daniel Valverde, Jake, Bold Perceptions Podcast, Travel Podcast, Digital Nomad, Nomad Life, Expat Life, Living Abroad, Entrepreneurship, Business Podcast, Founder Story, Winemaking, Vineyard, Fine Wine, Luxury Wine, New World Wine, Central Restaurant Lima, World's Best Restaurant, South America, Peru Culture, Malbec, Wine Tasting Best Esim For Travelers: $27 a month, unlimited data, 100+ countries = pangia pass Use my link for 10% off: https://pangiapass.com/a/bold Find Me Here: https://linktr.ee/bold.perceptions Travel / Lifestyle Consultation, DM Me On Instagram: bold_perceptions #travel #podcast #peru #wine #solotravel

Buckle up for Part 2 of our Wisconsin Great River Road trip! This time we are starting in La Crosse and exploring some of the attractions and amazing food spots, then hitting towns like Alma, Stockholm, Fountain City and ending in Prescott. Did you know there is a secret sourdough stand on the Great River Road? Have you been to the “Wisconsin Stonehenge?!” There is so much to see - join us on the road! The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Kewaunee County;https://www.wicounties.org/counties/kewaunee-county/ The Cabin is presented by Badger State Brewing; https://badgerstatebrewing.com/ The Cabin is presented by Lake Geneva; www.visitlakegeneva.com And GHT; wcaght.org

Buckle up, because we are hitting The Great River Road! Andrea, Eric and Apurba take the road from Dickeyville to Prairie du Chien in this two-part episode. From a famous hamburger stand, to a brewery that was restored and is now a huge attraction, to a stunning grotto - we cover our favorite stops on the southern half of the “Happiness Highway!” The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring KenoshaCounty;https://www.wicounties.org/counties/kenosha-county/ The Cabin is presented by Badger State Brewing; https://badgerstatebrewing.com/ The Cabin is presented by Oak Creek;www.visitoakcreek.com And Ho-Chunk Gaming;https://www.ho-chunkgaming.com/ And GHT; wcaght.org

Send us Fan MailWe sit down with travel expert Angie Orth, host of Traveling with AAA and founder of AngieAway.com, to talk about the kind of travel that feels vivid and real: big bucket list wins, smart planning, and what to do when the “easy route” disappears overnight. Angie takes us from a Maldives liveaboard dive retreat with whale sharks and tiger sharks to the moment war-related airspace closures strand travelers and force a costly, creative path home. Along the way, we dig into practical travel advice that actually matters, like staying flexible, knowing alternate flight routes, and budgeting for disruption so you can make decisions fast instead of panicking. We also swap destination stories and grounded tips: Bahamas island hopping in Exuma with wildlife you would not expect, Egypt travel and why a guide can make culture shock feel like discovery, and a quick-hit Las Vegas trip built around the Sphere and great food. Plus, there is Costa Rica dental tourism, a brutal bullet ant bite, a Natchez Trace Parkway road trip warning about national park speeding tickets, Finger Lakes wine on a budget, Kauai hiking reality checks, and an Alaska finale featuring northern lights and grizzlies. **Angie Orth describes herself as a tour guide for global shenanigans, worldwide wanderlust, and misadventures near and far. Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, and has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember  (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and  'one of the top 100 Indie books of  the year'). She has contributed to dozens of guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. Read her weekly essays on Substack._____Our award-winning travel podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane, has produced over 130 travel episodes! New episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. All episodes are also on her website: placesirememberlealane.com_____Travel vlogs of featured  podcasts-- with video and graphics -- now also drop on YouTube.  

Professor of philosophy, Emily Thomas, is today's guest. Our discussion includes the importance of cannibalism for John Locke's theories, an eighteenth century pile-on involving Mary Wollstonecraft's life and Emily's thoughts on her recent trip to Malawi. The photo of Malawian rock art is shown courtesy of UNESCO

What's New at Old World Wisconsin? It's not just for the kids! In today's bonus episode of The Cabin Podcast, we're joined by the Wisconsin Historical Society to celebrate 50 years of Old World Wisconsin. Tune in to hear about exciting updates, the iconic Fourth of July celebration, and why now is the perfect time to visit. Plus: an exclusive update on the 50th anniversary beer, only at Old World Wisconsin.

Discover one of British Columbia's most welcoming mountain destinations on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Sip, Savor & Travel" Podcast with travel writer Linda Kissam, the "Food, Wine & Shopping Diva."  Featured guest Christine Grimble of Tourism Fernie shares insider tips on exploring Fernie, a four-season destination known for spectacular Rocky Mountain scenery, outdoor adventure, vibrant arts and culture, local cuisine, and wellness experiences. Whether you're planning a scenic road trip, ski vacation, hiking getaway, or relaxing mountain escape, Fernie offers something for every traveler. Learn about the area's rich history, world-class skiing, hiking and biking trails, the Elk River, artisan food and beverage experiences, wellness retreats, and why this charming mountain community continues to attract visitors year-round.

Did you know you can wrestle in Baked Beans in Wisconsin for the 4th of July? Also - what's the largest parade in the state? We dive into some fun Wisconsin trivia to celebrate America turning 250 years old! Whether you want some unique plans for the 4th, or want to put your Wisconsin knowledge to the test - this is a fun one! Happy 4th everyone! The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Jackson County; https://www.wicounties.org/counties/jackson-county/ The Cabin is presented by Badger State Brewing; https://badgerstatebrewing.com/ The Cabin is also presented by GHT;https://www.wcaght.org/ As well as Crystal Farms;https://crystalfarmscheese.com/

Fifty episodes in and we are still pinching ourselves that we get to do this. For the Season 7 finale we sat down with Katerina Giannouka, a passionate hotelier and one of the most well travelled people we know and she took us on a journey that left us completely speechless. Japan, Mongolia, Norway, northern Greece and so much more.   Episode Highlights & Destination Gems: 1. Kumano Kodo Trail, Japan - A Pilgrimage That Will Change You • A trail walked by Emperors, Samurai and villagers for over a thousand years. Katerina says it is unlike anything else on earth. • One of only two UNESCO World Heritage trails in the world, the other being Santiago de Compostela in Spain • Begins in Mount Koya, a mountain village with over 100 stone temples where you stay as a guest of the monks and join morning prayers • Ryokans along the way owned by local families who cook kaiseki meals from their own gardens and rivers • Accessible for all levels with routes ranging from three to seven days • No plastics, no crowds and a deep connection to nature   https://www.tb-kumano.jp/en/kumano-kodo/ 2. Cape Town, South Africa - The One Destination Everyone Must Visit Katerina's go-to destination at every phase of life and a place she says has something for everyone. • A food scene that is vibrant, diverse and constantly evolving • The Oranjezicht market bringing together flavours from across the world in one extraordinary space • A city with cross cultural roots, youthfulness and a community of people actively giving back 3. Genghis Khan Retreat, Mongolia - Off the Map and Utterly Unforgettable • One of the most remote and extraordinary travel experiences on the planet. • Located in the Orkhon Valley • A tented retreat built by a Mongolian family that packs up completely each winter and leaves no trace • No phone signal, no roads and no civilization within reach • Horseback riding, polo, kayaking, mountain picnics and nights that go on under an endless sky https://genghiskhanretreat.com/ 4. Hong Kong - The City That Shapes You • A city that makes you live with presence because you know from the moment you arrive that you will not be there forever • Seventy five percent of the territory is protected natural land with pristine beaches that take hours to reach on foot • Trail running, hiking and coastlines that feel like Thailand and yet are entirely Hong Kong • A city where everyone is up to something, standing for something and constantly in motion 5. Al Khalili Market, Cairo - Solo Travel That Surprises You Katerina went against all advice as a solo woman traveller and found one of her warmest travel memories. • A market that has been part of Cairo's ecosystem for thousands of years • Welcoming, gracious and full of warmth for anyone willing to arrive with an open mind • A reminder that the places we fear most often have the most to give 6. Vikos Gorge, Northern Greece - The Deepest Canyon in the World Katerina's pick for the most underrated destination on earth and a place that left her completely speechless. • Listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the deepest canyon in the world • A five to six hour hike along the canyon floor starting from a stone village at the top of a mountain • At the end of the trail, the source of a river born from freezing water bubbling straight out of rock forming crystal blue pools at four degrees • Well marked, accessible and world class in every sense • Northern Greece deserves far more recognition than it currently receives 7. Sydney, Australia - The Best Food City in the World • Produce so exceptional and so fresh that very little needs to be done to it in the kitchen • From Michelin starred restaurants to a breakfast bowl at Bondi Beach, the quality never drops • Soil that has not been overused and land mass that allows ingredients to be what they are meant to be 8. Haukasen Lodge, Norway - The Hidden Gem • A hunting lodge in the Norwegian fjords that Katerina was almost reluctant to share. • Reachable via Oslo and a one and a half hour flight northwest to Sogndal • Open only four or five months a year and booked many years in advance • A sauna overlooking the fjord, glacier hikes, kayaking, ice bathing and evenings by the fireplace • Slow luxury with no agenda, no performance and nothing between you and nature https://www.haukasenlodge.no/ 9. Socotra, Yemen - Bucket List • Blood dragon trees and Jurassic Park landscapes found nowhere else on earth • Thirty seven percent of species are endemic meaning they exist only here • Pristine beaches, extraordinary nature and visitor numbers still tightly controlled • A destination that remains genuinely untouched 10. Oman - Bucket List • Some of the best diving in the world • Close enough from Dubai to make it completely accessible and yet still deeply under visited Connect with Katerina Giannouka: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katerinaqod/ Thank you for tuning in to Travel Stories with Moush! If you loved this episode, please hit subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a rating or review - it truly helps us reach more travelers like you.   Drop a comment and tell us which destination from today's episode is going straight to your bucket list? Stay connected with me on https://www.instagram.com/moushtravels/ to find out who's joining me next week.   Explore all past episodes and destinations here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/travel-stories-with-moush/id1691525895 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pAUXiXuRLv1E9WFznWm7T?si=qA_E3Cf8RqKT97pUJcINxQ https://www.youtube.com/@travelstorieswithmoush Until next time…safe travels and keep adventuring. 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This week, Anne welcomes Ann Huff and Meg Harrington, the visionary duo behind Huff Harrington, for a conversation on how a meeting over lunch in Atlanta grew into one of designs most admired creative partnerships. Ann and Meg share the evolution of their brand — from selling art out of their kitchens to building a multifaceted business spanning galleries, interiors, retail, curated travel, and Parisian renovations.Along the way, they reflect on entrepreneurship, the power of complementary strengths, navigating challenges with grace, and the lessons they've learned about building a business rooted in trust, beauty, and resilience. They also dive into the art of curation — how to mix old and new, why craftsmanship matters, and the guiding philosophy behind every piece they source: if you love it, it will work.This episode is an inspiring look at creating a brand with soul, designing with instinct, and building a life — and business — around beauty, story, and connection.  You will absolutely find yourself shopping right after your listen!Connect with Huff Harrington @huffharrington and huffharrington.com Connect with Anne: @classicandcuriouslife, classicandcurious.com and on Substack: Curiosities by Anne Kokoskie

In this episode, Hailey explores Janesville like never before! Our hosts—Apurba, Andrea, Eric, and Megan—each set off on their own adventure through Wisconsin's Great Outside, following custom itineraries created by the Janesville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. Without further ado, let the adventures begin!  The Bobber is brought to you by Something Special from Wisconsin: https://www.somethingspecialwi.com/ Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/choose-your-adventure-janesville-edition/ Rotary Botanical Gardens: https://www.rotarybotanicalgardens.org/; Sandee's Thai Fusion: https://sandeesthaifusion.com/; Little Sister Crepe Shop: https://www.littlesistercrepeshop.com/; 608 Vintage: https://608vintage.com/; M.H. Vintage Collective: https://www.facebook.com/people/MH-Vintage-Collective/100057387762401/?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=QPl4eTFlpUhEuPfo&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1AKKLbanuW%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr; Music at the Marv: https://downtownjanesville.com/events/;  Janesville Farmers Market: https://janesvillefarmersmarket.com/; Palmer Urban Mountain Bike Park: https://veloclub.org/palmer-park-mtb-trails/; Comedy Cabin: https://www.cabinlaughs.com/;  Bodacious Shops: https://bodaciousshops.com/janesville; Robot Fighter Records: https://www.robotfighterrecords.com/; Woodman's Sports & Convention Center: https://woodmanscenter.com/; Janesville Jets: https://www.janesvillejets.com/;  Riverside Park: https://jvlriversidepark.com/; Janesville Pickleball Club: https://www.janesvillepickleballclub.org/; Timber Hill Winery: https://timberhillwinery.com/; Papa Docs Axe Throwing: https://papadocsaxe.com/;  Fresh Faces, Bold Places — Janesville: Fresh Faces, Bold Places — Janesville The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/the-bobber-blog/ The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpod Shop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsin Discover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsin Discover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworks Janesville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau: https://www.janesvillecvb.com/. Follow on social @explorejanesvillewi

On this Bonus episode of the Cabin Podcast, Eric Paulsen is diving into all the incredible attractions in Racine County, and why it's the place to live, move and stay. They discuss the Racine Art Museum, the Racine Zoo, the Frank Lloyd Wright buildings you can see, plus some incredible places to eat and drink! Join M.T. Boyle, Beth Heidorn and Travis Richardson for a deep dive on Racine County.

Lake life in Wisconsin is upon us! This week we chat with Madelyn Reinagel aka Sunburned Sailor about her sailing adventures. We discuss our favorite lakes and lake towns (plus good food stops there!) and find ourselves on a tangent about some of our favorite fish fry places in the state! Plus - some really fascinating Wisconsin lake facts that may surprise you. Plan your summer lake adventures now! The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Iron County; https://www.wicounties.org/counties/iron-county/ The Cabin is presented by Badger State Brewing; https://badgerstatebrewing.com/ The Cabin is presented by WiscoCottages: https://www.wiscocottages.com/ As well as Crystal Farms; https://crystalfarmscheese.com/ And the WCA Group Health Trust; https://www.wcaght.org/

What happens when a love of food becomes a passport to the world? On this episode of Speaking of Travel, we're joined by Liisa Andreassen and John Godts, the husband-and-wife team behind Cottage Cooking, whose adventures have taken them across six continents and more than 40 countries.What began as a creative way to fund their travels has evolved into a meaningful journey centered on food, storytelling, cultural exchange, and human connection. John and Liisa have discovered that food is one of the world's most universal languages.In this conversation, we explore how travel has expanded their perspective and inspired them to create experiences that bring people together. We discuss the ways curiosity can lead us beyond our comfort zones and how some of life's most memorable moments happen when we slow down and truly connect around a table.At its heart, this conversation is about connection. It's about saying yes to new experiences and embracing the unfamiliar. Liisa and John show us how some of the most meaningful moments in life happen when we gather around a table and listen with an open heart. And allow ourselves to be transformed by the journey.A must listen! Thanks for listening to Speaking of Travel! Visit speakingoftravel.net for travel tips, travel stories, and ways you can become a more savvy traveler. 

Why Travel Changes Everything - A Deep Dive with James Hammond on the Island Vacation Travel PodcastHello guys!Another guest appearance on another travel podcast today, and this time it is the Island Vacation Travel Podcast with Al Philogene, as we take a deep dive into the impact of travel on our daily lives, as a lifestyle choice and the impact on me personally too.You can watch this episode on YouTube here (please subscribe to Winging It) - https://youtu.be/XWfXoSQ5r7cI loved speaking with Al on his podcast, so please check it out below, too. Enjoy!Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6IKCiUg5sZstUia5vOpK62?si=d9c56d650b754e28Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/island-vacation-travel-podcast/id1579773196Website - https://islandvacationpodcast.com/#Island Vacation's Shownotes below.James Hammond shares his unforgettable travel experiences in Bhutan, Japan, and Bolivia, highlighting the importance of practical budgeting and lifestyle centered around exploration. He emphasizes the significance of people, culture, and food in each destination, and provides valuable insights on planning a six-month backpack trip to South America, including budgeting, route planning, and avoiding common travel mistakes.The conversation covers topics related to visa rules and immigration, the difference between hidden gems and tourist-heavy spots, the choice between travel and a traditional career path, financial trade-offs and the balance between freedom and stability, and the impact of COVID-19 on travel. The conversation covers the impact of COVID on travel, the rise in travel costs, the experience of over-tourism, and the financial considerations of long-term travel. It also delves into the importance of cultural familiarity when starting to travel and the need to adapt to changing travel costs and conditions.Takeaways• Unforgettable travel experiences in Bhutan, Japan, and Bolivia• Practical budgeting and lifestyle centered around exploration Visa rules and immigration are important considerations for travelers, and it's essential to research and understand the rules of each country.• Choosing hidden gems over tourist-heavy spots can lead to a more unique and less crowded travel experience.• The decision to prioritize travel over a traditional career path involves a trade-off between stability and freedom, and the pursuit of experiences over material possessions.• The impact of COVID-19 on travel has led to increased costs and a surge in travel to popular destinations, highlighting the importance of exploring hidden gems and off-peak travel periods. COVID has impacted travel costs and led to a rise in expenses.• Cultural familiarity is important when starting to travel, and it's advisable to start small and gradually explore different cultures.• Adapting to changing travel costs and conditions is crucial for long-term travel.Support Winging It Travel PodcastIf you enjoyed this episode:⭐ Leave a 5-star rating or review on your podcast app☕ Support the show at buymeacoffee.com/wingingit

In this episode, Hailey discovers Sheboygan County, situated along Lake Michigan's stunning shoreline! This is a place where natural beauty, vibrant culture, true community, and endless opportunity all beautifully blend together. Come along and see why it's a great place to live, work, and play! The Bobber is brought to you by Something Special from Wisconsin: https://www.somethingspecialwi.com/ Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/why-sheboygan-county-is-a-great-place-to-live-work-play/ Sheboygan Symphony: https://sheboygansymphony.org/; Late Bloomer Paintings: https://www.facebook.com/latebloomerpaintings/; Limelight Pub: https://limelightpub.com/; Bread & Bean Eatery: https://www.breadandbean.com/; Il Ritrovo: https://www.ilritrovopizza.com/; Field to Fork: https://www.fieldtoforkcafe.com/; Stefano's Slo Food Market: https://www.slofoodmarket.com/; F.I.R.E. Fitness Camp: https://www.firefitnesscamp.com/;  Sargento Cheese: https://sargento.com/; Kohler Company: https://www.kohlercompany.com/; The GameBoard: https://the-gameboard.com/;  Interurban Trail: https://www.sheboygancounty.com/departments/departments-f-q/planning-and-conservation/facilities/trails/interurban-trail; Old Plank Road Trail: https://www.sheboygancounty.com/departments/departments-f-q/planning-and-conservation/facilities/trails/old-plank-road-trail; Kettle Moraine State Forest: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/kmn/recreation; Destination Kohler: https://www.kohlerwisconsin.com/; Whistling Straits: https://www.kohlerwisconsin.com/golf/whistling-straits; Blackwolf Run: https://www.kohlerwisconsin.com/golf/blackwolf-run; Road America: https://www.roadamerica.com/;  Make Your Mark: https://work.sheboygan.org/; Make Your Mark — Sheboygan County: Make Your Mark — Sheboygan County The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/the-bobber-blog/ The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpod Shop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsin Discover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsin Discover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworks Sheboygan County: https://www.sheboygancounty.com/ Sheboygan County Chamber: https://sheboygan.org/. Follow on social @sheboygancountychamber 

Did you know Wisconsin leads the nation in cranberries, cheese, ginseng and more?! Plus what are our favorite ice cream shops in the state? We are celebrating all things farming and dairy this week, and are joined by Alice in Dairyland aka Sarah Hagenow! We discuss favorite farm products, and learn why Wisconsin is leading the country in so many wheys…get it?! Happy Dairy Month! The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Iowa County; https://www.wicounties.org/counties/green-county/ The Cabin is presented by Badger State Brewing; https://badgerstatebrewing.com/ The Cabin is also presented to you by Racine; racinecounty.gov/our-county/visiting As well as Crystal Farms; https://crystalfarmscheese.com/

In this episode, Anne sits down with James Dolenc and Tom Riker, the founders of James Thomas, to explore their unconventional path from corporate careers to building one of Chicago's most respected residential design studios.James and Tom share the story behind their 23-year partnership, the lessons they've learned growing a business together, and why culture has remained at the heart of their firm's success.  Their work has been featured in leading design publications, showcased on Homeworthy and most recently selected for the 50th Anniversary Kips Bay Decorator Show House in New York, one of the design industry's most prestigious showcases.  Along the way, they discuss the importance of kindness in leadership, developing a distinctive brand voice, mentoring the next generation of designers and creating homes that feel deeply personal rather than trend-driven. They also offer their unique perspective on how anyone can discover and express their own “voice” through their personal homes. This episode is a thoughtful conversation about partnership, creativity, and the values that sustain both a design practice and a meaningful life.As with every Classic & Curious episode, the conversation concludes with a collection of inspirations—from favorite hotels and brands to timeless advice and unexpected discoveries—offering a deeper glimpse into the people, places, and ideas that continue to spark curiosity and s​hape a considered life. Connect with James Thomas on IG @jamesthomasinteriors and JamesThomasInteriors.comConnect with Anne: @classicandcuriouslife, classicandcurious.com and on Substack: Curiosities by Anne Kokoskie

This is a little teaser for Jeff's appearance on the excellent podcast that inspired the development of our own, Oh Boy: A Time Travel Podcast!   Join our Discord server and get to know the fam!  https://discord.gg/tq88ZNcm3E   Direct Download Link   Jeff's podcasts   Shattered Worlds RPG Everything is Awesome with Jeff and ? Omniversal Escapades (Jeff's livestreaming RPG show)   James Lark (composer, podcaster) wrote the theme song for the show Licensed for show use, copyright 2024 Here's James website for all his activities:  jameslark.co.uk   Social Media   Jeff Richardson   @eljefetacoma on Facebook, Bluesky, Instagram

In this episode, Hailey highlights just the place for summer…WiscoCottages! Set along the Menominee River, these tiny boutique cottages are perfect for a summer getaway. And if you're looking to beat the crowds, early summer is one of the best times to visit! But don't wait too long to book… These charming cottages fill up fast! Follow along for everything you need to know before you go. The Bobber is brought to you by Something Special from Wisconsin: https://www.somethingspecialwi.com/ Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/dont-wait-for-summer-plan-your-wiscocottages-escape-today/ The Cottages: https://www.wiscocottages.com/services-4; Book Your Stay: https://www.wiscocottages.com/book; Marinette: https://www.marinette.wi.us/; Mickey Lu BBQ: https://business.mandmchamber.com/list/member/mickey-lu-bar-b-q-186; The Most Hidden Gems in Wisconsin (with Wonderfully Wisconsin): The Most Hidden Gems in Wisconsin (with Wonderfully Wisconsin); The Brothers Three: https://thebrothersthree.com/; The River's Edge: https://theriversedgesupperclubwi.com/; Peshtigo: https://ci.peshtigo.wi.gov/; Marinette County: https://www.marinettecountywi.gov/; Waterfalls: https://www.marinettecountywi.gov/departments/parks/outdoor-recreation/waterfalls/; Chasing Waterfalls in Marinette County: Chasing Waterfalls in Marinette County; ATV/UTV Trails: https://www.marinettecountywi.gov/departments/highway/atvutv/forms_and_documents/; Rustic Retreat Deer Park: https://www.rusticretreatdeerpark.com/; DeYoung Family Zoo: https://deyoungfamilyzoo.com/ The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/the-bobber-blog/ The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpod Shop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsin Discover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsin Discover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworks WiscoCottages: https://www.wiscocottages.com/. Follow on social @wiscocottages

Butterfest? Brat Days? Cheese Curd Pizza?! This week, we dive into some creative food festivals in Wisconsin - from several cheese festivals, to the best tacos in the state! We also cover some beer festivals you don't want to miss. Plan your summer around the best Wisconsin food! The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Green County; https://www.wicounties.org/counties/green-county/ The Cabin is presented by Badger State Brewing; https://badgerstatebrewing.com/ The Cabin is presented by WiscoCottages: https://www.wiscocottages.com/ As well as Crystal Farms; https://crystalfarmscheese.com/ And Best Western; bestwestern.com

Send us Fan MailThe Florida Keys Overseas Highway is a living corridor of reefs, bridges, history, and local tradition. We sit down with journalist and photographer Andy Newman, who spent 44 years with the Florida Keys Tourism Council, to build a true start-to-finish Florida Keys road trip.We talk logistics: how long the drive takes, why the mile markers function like addresses, and when you can get away without hotel reservations. From there, we trace the story behind the islands themselves: Henry Flagler's Overseas Railroad, the 1935 Labor Day hurricane, and how the modern highway opened the Keys to a different kind of traveler.Then we start the itinerary. Key Largo brings John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and the Christ of the Deep, plus smart reminders about the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and boating responsibly around shallow, sensitive habitat. Islamorada delivers sport fishing culture, the History of Diving Museum, and the simple joy of hand-feeding tarpon. Marathon adds the Dolphin Research Center, Aquarium Encounters, the Turtle Hospital, and a walk into history on Pigeon Key. The Lower Keys bring Bahia Honda beaches, key deer, and even an Underwater Music Festival. Key West rounds it out with the Conch Republic story, Hemingway Days, six-toed cats, sunset celebration at Mallory Square, and the option to reach Dry Tortugas National Park and Fort Jefferson.If you love travel stories with practical tips, local food, and real history, this one's for you. Subscribe, share it with your favorite road trip partner, leave a review.Andy Newman is currently an avid fisherman and photographer, and lives in the Florida Keys.Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, and has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember  (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and  'one of the top 100 Indie books of  the year'). She has contributed to dozens of guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. Read her weekly essays on Substack._____Our award-winning travel podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane, has produced over 130 travel episodes! New episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. All episodes are also on her website: placesirememberlealane.com_____Travel vlogs of featured  podcasts-- with video and graphics -- now also drop on YouTube.  

What if time isn't something to chase, but something to experience?In a world that constantly urges us to move faster, do more, and keep up, this conversation with Ryan Enslin offers a different perspective. A gentler one.As a journalist and photographer from Johannesburg, South Africa, Ryan has learned that some places seem to exist outside the pace of modern life. One of those places is St Helena Island, a remote island in the South Atlantic that has profoundly shaped the way he thinks about time and presence. And what it means to truly pay attention.In this inspiring episode of Speaking of Travel, Ryan shares how travel can become much more than a journey to a destination. Together we explore the remarkable story of St Helena Island while reflecting on self-discovery, resilience, curiosity, and the importance of living with intention in a fast-moving world.Ryan's experiences remind us that meaningful travel isn't measured by the number of places we visit, but by our willingness to be present for the moments that change us."When the distractions fall away, you begin to realize time isn't passing you by. You're finally present for it."If you've been searching for perspective or simply a conversation that nourishes the soul, this episode is a beautiful reminder that some places can change our relationship with time, not because the clock moves differently, but because we do.

In this episode, Hailey shares that there's a window of opportunity business owners won't want to miss! From May through late summer, local products show up everywhere at farmers' markets, festivals, and on store shelves across the state. This is the time when shoppers are seeking out something local, something authentic, something… well, something special! If your business isn't part of Something Special from Wisconsin yet, now is the time to jump in. Here's why! The Bobber is brought to you by Something Special from Wisconsin: https://www.somethingspecialwi.com/ Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/why-nows-the-time-to-join-something-special-from-wisconsin/ The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/the-bobber-blog/ The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpod Shop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsin Discover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsin Discover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworks Something Special from Wisconsin: https://www.somethingspecialwi.com/. Follow on social @datcpssfw

Welcome back to Travel Stories with Moush! Today I am joined by Bob van den Oord, CEO of Langham Hospitality - a name synonymous with timeless, storied luxury. With over 160 years of Langham history behind him and properties spanning the globe, Bob doesn't just witness the world of luxury travel, he shapes it. In this episode, we travel through history, culture and extraordinary hidden gems, and Bob shares what luxury truly means in today's ever-evolving world of travel. Episode Highlights & Destination Gems: 1. Marrakech - Where Culture Collides. Bob's recent visit left a lasting mark - the hospitality, the people and the food are second to none Moroccan culture beautifully intertwined with French influences creates something entirely unique The legendary Royal Mansour comes highly recommended. It's one of the most extraordinary luxury experiences in the world. https://www.royalmansour.com/en/marrakech/ 2. Istanbul - Where Europe Meets Asia. A city where two continents, two cultures and centuries of history converge in the most spectacular way. Rich in people, food and soul It's a destination that every traveller to experience 3. Venice - The One Destination Everyone Must Visit The ultimate once-in-a-lifetime destination Gateway to the Oriental Silk Road, a mecca of art, food, fashion and culture Home to the Biennale, world-class cuisine and architecture unlike anywhere else on earth 4. Langham London - Where It All Began Built in 1865, it was the first hotel in Europe with elevators, running hot and cold water and afternoon tea service The Wigmore - Langham's iconic "posh pub", is now one of London's most beloved destination bars Langham concierges offer their own exclusive tour of their London, a truly personal way to experience the city 5. Saudi Arabia - A Story Being Written Right Now Langham is opening a property at the UNESCO-protected Diriyah Gate, adjacent to the new Opera House in Riyadh Bob believes deeply in being part of Saudi Arabia's extraordinary evolution and cultural renaissance 6. Jerez, Southern Spain - The Ultimate Off-the-Grid Escape The sherry region of Spain where you can experience sherry tastings every evening, horse riding on the beach and dinners in the vineyard Slow, spacious, deeply personal travel that city breaks simply cannot offer 7. Korea - Destination of the Year for 2026 Bob predicts Korea will be the hottest destination of 2026 as travellers look beyond a crowded Japan. K-pop, Korean dramas, incredible food and a culture-rich travel scene that is truly having its moment 8. China - The Most Underrated Destination in the World Bob's advice: take a full month and travel through it properly - you will not regret it. Vast, diverse and deeply misunderstood as a travel destination From north to south, the cultures, food, history and experiences are unlike anywhere else on earth 9. Bangkok - The World's Greatest Culinary City Michelin-starred dining sits side by side with the world's best street food Southeast Asian, Indian, Chinese, Middle Eastern and Western cuisines all coexist in one extraordinary city 10. Tuscany - Bob's Hidden Gem A magical stay at the Ferragamo property Castiglion Del Bosco. https://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/castiglion-del-bosco Truffle hunting with a local farmer, followed by a home-cooked meal  Olive oil tastings, cheesemaking and the kind of deeply immersive, bespoke travel that stays with you forever Coming Up in the World of Langham: Venice, 2027 - Murano Island, overlooking the lagoon Bangkok, 2026 - On the Chao Phraya River in the historic Custom House Riyadh - At the UNESCO-protected Diriyah Gate, adjacent to the new Opera House Dubai – Coming Soon Connect with Langham Hospitality: https://www.langhamhotels.com/en/ Thank you for tuning in to Travel Stories with Moush! If you loved this episode, please hit subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a rating or review - it truly helps us reach more travelers like you.   Drop a comment and tell us which destination from today's episode is going straight to your bucket list? Stay connected with me on https://www.instagram.com/moushtravels/ to find out who's joining me next week.   Explore all past episodes and destinations here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/travel-stories-with-moush/id1691525895 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pAUXiXuRLv1E9WFznWm7T?si=qA_E3Cf8RqKT97pUJcINxQ https://www.youtube.com/@travelstorieswithmoush Until next time…safe travels and keep adventuring. "Want a spotlight on our show? Visit https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/moushtravels and align your brand with our audience."Connect with me on the following:Instagram @moushtravelsFacebook @travelstorieswithmoushLinkedIn @Moushumi BhuyanYou Tube @travelstorieswithmoush Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Here's your guide to Music Festivals and events in Wisconsin this summer! Milwaukee hip-hop artist Wave Chapelle stops by the Cabin to chat about the music scene in Wisconsin, and tell some hilarious behind-the-scenes stories. Plus, some iconic Wisconsin music venues, bands, and more! The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Grant County; https://www.wicounties.org/counties/grant-county/ The Cabin is presented by Badger State Brewing; https://badgerstatebrewing.com/ The Cabin is also presented to you by Ho-Chunk Nation; https://ho-chunknation.com/ As well as Crystal Farms; https://crystalfarmscheese.com/ And Best Western; bestwestern.com

In this episode, Hailey escapes to the Northwoods—a region where sparkling lakes, towering pines, and welcoming communities set the stage for countless kid-friendly experiences! If you're planning a weekend getaway or hoping to make this beautiful area your home, you'll find endless opportunities for family fun! And if you fall in love with the Northwoods lifestyle, RE/MAX Property Pros is ready to help you find the perfect home near all these community treasures. The Bobber is brought to you by Something Special from Wisconsin: https://www.somethingspecialwi.com/ Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/family-fun-in-the-northwoods-activities-and-places-kids-will-love/ Elmer's Fun Park: https://elmersfunpark.com/; Kartway: https://rockingwstables-kartway.com/kartway/; Northwoods Zip Line Adventure Tours: https://www.facebook.com/NorthwoodsZipLine/; Bearskin State Trail: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/bearskin; Wildwood Outdoor Adventures: https://www.facebook.com/WildwoodOutdoorAdventureWOA/; Pirates Hideaway: https://www.eagleriverpirates.com/; Torpy Park & Beach: https://www.minocqua.org/listing/torpy-park-and-beach/3750/; Wildwood Wildlife Park Zoo & Safari: https://wildwoodwildlifepark.com/; Eagle Falls Adventure Golf & Laser Tag: https://eaglefallsadventuregolf.com/; Northwoods Children's Museum: https://northwoodschildrensmuseum.com/; The Corner Store: http://www.thecornerstoresayner.com/; Scheer's Lumberjack Show: https://scheerslumberjackshow.com/;  The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/the-bobber-blog/ The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpod Shop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsin Discover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsin Discover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworks RE/MAX Property Pros: https://www.northwoodspropertypros.com/. Follow on social @northwoodspropertypros

Some places do not ask for your attention. They change you quietly.You arrive carrying noise, deadlines, distractions and the weight of everyday life. And then somewhere between the trees, the silence, the air itself, something begins to soften. You remember there is another way to live in the world. More connected. More awake. More human.This episode of Speaking of Travel lives inside that feeling.What unfolds here is more than a discussion about nature or stewardship. It is a reflection on presence, on caring deeply for the land and for one another, and on the quiet power of creating spaces where people can reconnect to something larger than themselves.Drake Fowler, Executive Director of The North Carolina Arboretum, brings a rare kind of humanity to this conversation... thoughtful, grounded, compassionate, and deeply aware of the relationship between the natural world and the human spirit. You can hear the sincerity in his story and feel the intention behind the work being done.At the heart of this episode is a sacred connection and understanding that nature is not separate from us, but essential to who we are as human beings. Through stories, reflections, and insight, we explore the ways wild spaces can restore us and reconnect us to ourselves and to each other.This conversation is filled with authenticity and quiet wisdom and reminds us that places created with intention and care can become sanctuaries where people feel seen and are welcomed. Through education, conservation, and community connection, the NC Arboretum is a place where nature and humanity meet in meaningful ways. This is a beautiful and heartfelt conversation that will leave you inspired and comforted. And perhaps seeing the world a little differently. ❤️Thanks for listening to Speaking of Travel! Visit speakingoftravel.net for travel tips, travel stories, and ways you can become a more savvy traveler. 

Send us Fan MailIn this solo episode of Soul of Travel, Season 7: Women's Wisdom + Mindful Travel, Christine offers a soulful launch, celebrating 6 years of Soul of Travel Podcast and the kick off of Season 7 with our Trailblazer Series, produced in collaboration with Strictly Jane Austen Tours.I am so excited to bring you this season and I hope that we can continue to be a space for connection, growth, and belonging. And do it in a way that allows for us to show up as our most human selves while navigating a complex and beautiful world, together.~ Christine Winebrenner Irick

We are diving into our favorite tiny towns in Wisconsin this week with Eric Paulsen! Paoli, Trempealeau, Egg Harbor, Algoma, Land O' Lakes and many more! We cover some fascinating history (which ones were gangster hideouts?) and leave you with some activity and food recs (a famous walnut burger?!) so you can plan your next trip! The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Forest County: https://www.wicounties.org/counties/forest-county/ The Cabin is presented by Badger State Brewing; badgerstatebrewing.com The Cabin is also presented to you by Crystal Farms; https://crystalfarmscheese.com/ Wisco Cottages; https://www.wiscocottages.com/

Serving the World: Travel, Impact & Adventure with Kimberly Haley-Coleman What if your next vacation could change not only your perspective—but someone else's life, too? In this episode of The Travel Brats Podcast, we sit down with Kimberly Haley-Coleman, the founder and Executive Director of Globe Aware, to explore what it really means to travel with purpose. With more than 25 years of experience leading short-term volunteer adventures in over 25 countries, Founder of Globe Aware, Kimberly Haley Coleman, has helped thousands of travelers turn meaningful impact into a core part of their journey. Her work has been featured on major platforms like CNN, The Today Show, and The New York Times—and for good reason. This conversation goes beyond travel tips. It's about shifting your mindset from simply seeing the world to truly connecting with it. How It All Started: The Traveler Behind the Mission Kimberly's love for travel didn't start with a perfectly curated itinerary—it started with curiosity and connection. Inspired early on by a sense of global wonder, she began traveling internationally and quickly realized that the most meaningful experiences weren't found in tourist attractions—but in human connection. That realization became the foundation for her nonprofit, Globe Aware. What began as a vision to connect travelers with communities around the world has grown into a globally recognized nonprofit offering structured, ethical, and sustainable service programs. And while Kimberly has traveled across Latin America, Southeast Asia, and Africa, it's not just the destinations that stand out—it's the people, the resilience, and the shared humanity she's encountered along the way. Redefining “Volunteer Travel” Let's address the elephant in the room: Is volunteer travel just “poverty tourism”? Kimberly doesn't shy away from this conversation. She explains that ethical, impactful travel is about partnership—not saviorism. It's about working with communities, not for them. The goal isn't to “fix” anything—it's to support locally driven initiatives in a meaningful and sustainable way. What Ethical Travel Looks Like: Programs led by or in partnership with local communities Projects that address real, ongoing needs—not short-term optics Cultural exchange that goes both ways Green Flags to Look For: Transparency about where your time and money go Long-term relationships within the community A balance between service and cultural immersion Red Flags: Programs that center the volunteer over the community Lack of clear impact or follow-through “Feel-good” experiences with no sustainable outcome What a Globe Aware Trip Actually Feels Like So what does a week of service travel really look like? Imagine landing in a destination like Peru. You're welcomed into a community, introduced to your project, and quickly become part of something bigger than yourself. Over the course of the week, you might: Help build infrastructure, like schools or housing Support environmental or conservation efforts Work alongside locals on community-driven initiatives And no, you don't need special skills or to speak the language. What you do need is an open mind. Travelers often leave these trips surprised—not just by what they've seen, but by what they've learned about themselves. There's growth, perspective, and yes… sometimes even tears. Because when you step outside your comfort zone, you start to see the world—and your place in it—differently. Balancing Impact & Adventure One of the most unique aspects of Globe Aware trips is the balance. You're not volunteering 24/7. Typically, about 30 hours of your week are dedicated to service, leaving plenty of time to explore, experience local culture, and enjoy the destination. It's not about sacrificing travel—it's about enhancing it. The Personal Growth Side of Travel Kimberly's journey isn't just about building a nonprofit—it's about what travel taught her along the way. Leaving a high-level corporate career to pursue Globe Aware came with challenges, but also clarity. Through her work, she's learned: Resilience from communities facing adversity The power of connection across cultures That leadership looks different around the world And after more than two decades, what still moves her most? The people. Who Is This Type of Travel For? Short answer: almost everyone. Globe Aware trips are designed for: Solo travelers looking for a deeper connection Families wanting meaningful shared experiences Students seeking perspective before entering the workforce Corporate teams building a purpose-driven culture There are minimal age restrictions, and no prior experience is required. Practical Tips Before You Go If you're considering a service trip, here's what Kimberly recommends: Mentally prepare: Go in with humility, not expectations. Stay open: You're there to learn just as much as you are to help. Don't stress about skills: Your presence and willingness matter more than expertise. Safety: Programs are structured and vetted—safety is always a priority. The Bigger Picture: Can Travel Change the World? Kimberly believes it can. When people experience different cultures firsthand, it fosters empathy, understanding, and connection—things the world needs more of. Her hope for the future of travel? That more travelers shift from asking “What can I get from this trip?” to “What can I give—and what can I learn?” Final Thoughts This episode is a reminder that travel isn't just about where you go—it's about how you show up when you get there. And sometimes, the most unforgettable trips aren't the ones where you saw the most—but the ones where you felt the most. Ready to travel with purpose? If you've been wanting a trip that goes beyond sightseeing—one where you can truly make an impact, learn about a culture, and connect with locals while exploring incredible destinations—this is your sign. We've partnered with Globe Aware to help YOU experience a different kind of travel: one-week service adventures in places like Peru, Costa Rica, Cambodia, and more. You'll spend part of your trip assisting and connecting with local communities—while also discovering the culture, food, and beauty of each destination. No special skills needed—just an open mind and a willingness to show up and immerse yourself. If this sounds like your kind of adventure, we'd love to help you get started. Email us at thetravelbrats@gmail.com with the subject line “GLOBE AWARE TRIP”, and we'll send you a code for $100 off your first Globe Aware booking. Let's travel differently—more meaning, more connection, more impact. Listen to the Episode Ready to explore Europe beyond the tourist traps? This episode is packed with travel tips, cultural insights, and destination inspiration to help you plan a more meaningful trip.   Read the full blog post here: https://thetravelbrats.com/serving-the-world-travel-impact-adventure-with-kimberly-haley-coleman/   Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/mAIjo83mCCo   Visit tenontours.com and include the code TRAVELBRAT300 to your initial trip request or provide it when you first connect with your Travel Designer.

How did Wisconsin get its name? Did we lose the Upper Peninsula? Did you know Milwaukee was once the Bowling Capital of America? This week, we welcome Adam from Wisconsin History Unlocked for some Wisconsin stories and facts that we didn't know! From Woolly Mammoths to Bridge Wars, we cover a lot! The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Fond du Lac County;https://www.wicounties.org/counties/fond-du-lac-county/ The Cabin is presented by Badger State Brewing; badgerstatebrewing.com The Cabin is also presented to you by: Crystal Farms; www.crystalfarmscheese.com

Some conversations stay with you because of what a person has accomplished. Others stay with you because of who that person became along the way. Internationally acclaimed bassoonist Frank Morelli is both. His story is about far more than music. It's about what happens when a lifetime of dedication shapes not only an artist, but a human being.There's something deeply moving about a person who spends a lifetime devoted to music and still meets the world with humility and a genuine sense of wonder. In this heartfelt episode of Speaking of Travel, Frank reflects on the deeper journey behind a life in music and the ways it shaped not only his career, but his understanding of purpose and gratitude.For more than 60 years, Frank's path has carried him around the world, from concert halls and international performances to decades spent mentoring and encouraging young musicians. Yet what stands out most is not simply his remarkable career, but the kindness and sincerity he brings to every part of his life.There is a gentleness in Frank that immediately puts people at ease. Even after years of recognition and accomplishment, he remains deeply grateful for the experiences music has given him. His love for teaching shines throughout this episode, along with his belief that music can open hearts and create connection in ways few things can.This conversation moves beyond performance and into something far more human. It becomes a reflection on what happens when someone continues evolving through every season of life.“The longer I've lived with music, the less it feels like performance and the more it feels like gratitude.”Frank Morelli continues to inspire not only through his artistry, but through the quiet grace and humanity he brings to the world around him.

New episode of The Epic Joys of Travel Podcast! Simon & Phill dive into the latest Halloweed Out Horror HHN35 Spec Map and discuss whether this rumoured lineup would make an epic year for Universal Studios Florida Halloween Horror Nights 35! Which scare houses excite us most? Which rumours seem believable?

When people think of Wisconsin, they think of our uniquely named towns and cities. Today, we're exploring the origins and meanings behind some of these names and the history that shaped them. Tune in now! The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Florence County: https://www.wicounties.org/counties/florence-county/ The Cabin is presented by Badger State Brewing: badgerstatebrewing.com The Cabin is also presented to you by: WCA Group Health Trust: wcaght.org Book your stay at WiscoCottages: wiscocottages.com

Send us Fan MailWe're joined by American expat resident Cherie Siebert to trace Vienna from its Habsburg-scale grandeur to its everyday pleasures. Vienna can feel like a living museum and a laid-back neighborhood on the same afternoon. We talk through how easy it is to get around on foot and by public transportation, where palace areas like Hofburg, Schönbrunn, and the Belvedere fit into a real day, and why seasonal markets mix architecture, craft, and local tradition. From St Stephen's Cathedral's tower and crypt to the surprising places where Roman ruins appear under your feet, Vienna keeps handing you history.Then we follow the sound. Cherie shares her favorite place to hear classical music, the Musikverein Golden Hall, plus the pull of the Vienna State Opera. As for art, the city's deep museum bench, including Gustav Klimt's iconic “The Kiss.” We also make room for the city's hard truths, including Holocaust memorial reminders found by simply wandering the center.To round it out, we get into Vienna coffeehouse culture, where to skip long tourist lines, why locals treat cake and coffee as a ritual, and how wine bars and nearby wine inns expand the food story. We also cover parks, Danube swimming spots, the Prater Ferris wheel at night, and easy day trips by train to Salzburg, the Wachau Valley, Bratislava, Budapest, and even Prague. If you enjoyed this, subscribe, and share the episode with a fellow traveler.**Cherie Siebert is an expat who lives in and loves Vienna. She is a teacher, jewelry maker, traveler and life-lover. Find her at artsfish@me.com Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, and has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember  (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and  'one of the top 100 Indie books of  the year'). She has contributed to dozens of guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. Read her weekly essays on Substack._____Our award-winning travel podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane, has produced over 130 travel episodes! New episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. All episodes are also on her website: placesirememberlealane.com_____Travel vlogs of featured  podcasts-- with video and graphics -- now also drop on YouTube.  

Azdean visits Kristy Burns' Small Town Travels podcast to talk about how travellers can have a unique, and authentic, local experience in Morocco, on private and small group tours, like the ones offered by Destinations Morocco. Travel Small Towns takes the hook of travelling to small towns and integrates it with themes of things to see and do off the beaten path, away from big touristy sites, while exploring the lifestyle of small towns, and more accessible living. The notion of having more time, having more space, outdoor activities, and the feeling of walking down the street, bumping into people you know.She approached Azdean with the question of whether this exists in Morocco too, and they had an interesting discussion on local travel and travelling with strangers who become friends, and tour operators with local connections that the other big guys don't have.It's the notion of feeling like a local while you're there, which is exactly what Destination Morocco has promoted since they first started organizing tours with customized itineraries to Morocco.From riads to cultural experiences, supporting local artisans to having a smaller footprint when you travel, today's episode is catered to those looking for authenticity and genuine connection.You can find Travel Small Towns podcast on their website:https://travelsmalltownspodcast.com/on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/travelsmalltowns/?hl=enand listen on Spotify, Apple or wherever you listen to podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/6fPSa7p2f32VnQwAY67Ekphttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/travel-small-towns/id1641806563Join me for an 8-Day Boutique Moroccan Experience!Step inside the hidden Morocco on this first-of-its-kind, 12-spot journey, hosted personally by Azdean.November 8-15, 2026, $1995 USD Per PersonBook Your Spot Today! Learn more about Azdean and Destination Morocco.

It's time to get outside, Wisconsinites! On today's episode of The Cabin Podcast, we're joined by Lex B, aka The Wellness Collective. We're diving into all of the wellness activities in Wisconsin: hiking, biking, trails, events, and more The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Eau Claire County; https://www.wicounties.org/counties/eau-claire-county/ The Cabin is presented by Badger State Brewing; badgerstatebrewing.com The Cabin is also presented to you by: GHT; wcaght.org Best Western; bestwestern.com

The Best Cheese in Wisconsin! Today we're joined by Sam Buschman, aka @wisconsincheeseplease! We're diving into the best cheese curds, cheese stores, festivals, history of cheese, and more! Get ready… this episode is going to be grate!

Tokyo vs. Paris: Two Completely Different Kinds of Magic Would you rather wander the electric streets of Tokyo or get cozy inside a vintage bookstore in Paris? Tokyo is a sensory overload in the best way possible. It's the kind of place where you don't need a plan—just walking around becomes the experience. You'll find vending machines selling everything from hot meals to mystery items, themed cafés (yes, even hedgehogs), and tiny restaurants that have perfected one dish over decades. Neighborhoods like Akihabara and Shibuya feel like stepping into the future, while places like Shimokitazawa bring a more indie, artsy vibe. Paris, on the other hand, is timeless. It's strolling past the Eiffel Tower at sunset, wandering through the Louvre, or sitting at a café for hours just people-watching. Neighborhoods like Le Marais and the Latin Quarter offer a mix of history, culture, and that effortlessly chic Parisian energy. Travel tip: In cities like these, don't over-plan. Leave room for curiosity—it's where the best moments happen.   NYC vs. Italy: A Food Lover's Dream Would you rather eat your way through New York City or explore the regional flavors of Italy? New York is a global food capital. You can try world-class Korean BBQ, authentic Italian pasta, or fresh seafood—all within a few blocks. It's fast-paced, diverse, and constantly evolving. Italy, though, is an experience in itself. Every region has its own identity—from Neapolitan pizza in Naples to rich ragù in Bologna. Meals aren't rushed; they're meant to be savored. Think multiple courses, local wine, and recipes passed down for generations. Travel tip: In Italy, always order like a local: antipasti, primi, secondi, and dolci. It's not just a meal—it's a ritual. And always order regional dishes—no pizza in Venice!   Rome vs. Bangkok: The Ride Matters Would you rather cruise through Rome on a Vespa or zip through Bangkok in a tuk-tuk? Rome on a Vespa is pure cinematic energy. You're weaving past ancient ruins, stopping for espresso in Trastevere, and catching sunset views from hidden hills. It's chaotic, yes—but it's also unforgettable. Bangkok's tuk-tuks are a whole different kind of thrill. They're fast, a little wild, and the perfect way to bounce between temples, markets, and street food spots. It's less about the destination and more about the ride. Travel tip: In Bangkok, always agree on a price before getting in a tuk-tuk. Trust us on this one.   Rio Carnival vs. Times Square NYE: Expectation vs. Reality Would you rather celebrate Carnival in Rio de Janeiro or New Year's Eve in Times Square? Rio Carnival is vibrant, energetic, and completely immersive. Think music, dancing, elaborate costumes, and nonstop celebration. It's one of the most joyful festivals in the world. Times Square on New Year's Eve… is iconic, but also intense. Massive crowds, long waits, freezing temperatures, and very little personal space. It's one of those “once in a lifetime” experiences—but not necessarily for the right reasons. Travel tip: Sometimes the most famous experiences aren't the most enjoyable. Do your research and decide what kind of vibe you actually want.   Lisbon vs. Barcelona: Hidden Gems or Rooftop Views? Would you rather uncover hidden corners in Lisbon or sip cocktails at rooftop bars in Barcelona? Lisbon is all about discovery. Quiet gardens, tucked-away bookstores, and local neighborhoods full of charm. It rewards slow travel and curiosity. Barcelona brings the energy—especially from above. Rooftop bars offer stunning views of the city, from the Sagrada Familia to the Mediterranean. It's lively, social, and perfect for soaking in the atmosphere. Travel tip: Balance both styles. Plan one to two  “highlight” activities per day, and leave the rest open for exploring.   Final Thoughts: The Best Travel Happens in Between No matter which destinations you choose, the real magic of travel isn't just in the landmarks—it's in the moments you don't plan. It's the café you stumble into. The street you didn't mean to turn down. The conversation with a local that changes your perspective. So next time you're exploring a city, give yourself permission to wander. Because getting a little lost? That's where the best stories begin. And if you're ready to take these ideas even further, this episode is packed with travel tips, cultural insights, and destination inspiration to help you explore beyond the tourist traps and plan a more meaningful trip—definitely one to listen to before your next adventure. See you next Travel Brat Tuesday. Until then, travel deeper, slow down, and don't be afraid to go beyond the obvious.   Listen to the Episode Ready to explore Europe beyond the tourist traps? This episode is packed with travel tips, cultural insights, and destination inspiration to help you plan a more meaningful trip.   Read the full blog post here: https://thetravelbrats.com/city-explorations-how-to-travel-like-a-local-and-not-a-tourist/   Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/zBjEyjZxgYg   Visit tenontours.com and include the code TRAVELBRAT300 to your initial trip request or provide it when you first connect with your Travel Designer.

Cue the love stories! This week on The Cabin Podcast, we're diving into all things Wisconsin romance, from the best places to pop the question to unforgettable wedding venues across the state. We're also chatting with Diamond Nexus about affordable, high-quality engagement rings, plus sharing real love stories that make you think “only in Wisconsin”... This episode of The Cabin Podcast is brought to you by Diamond Nexus: diamondnexus.com

Today we're doing something fun: an episode swap with the Paid to Travel Podcast hosted by Maddy Garrett.If you've ever wanted to level up as a content creator or UGC creator, this episode is packed with actionable advice—especially when it comes to one of the most important skills for landing brand deals: creating powerful hooks.

On today's episode of The Cabin Podcast, we're diving into the quirks that make Wisconsin truly one of a kind. From a surprising love of goats to museums with the world's largest collections, these are the kinds of things that make you say, “only in Wisconsin.” The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Dunn County; https://www.wicounties.org/counties/dunn-county/ The Cabin is presented by Badger State Brewing; https://badgerstatebrewing.com/ The Cabin is also presented to you by: GHT; wcaght.org Ho-Chunk Nation; https://ho-chunknation.com/ Vote for your favorite fried cheese curd in Wisconsin; https://discoverwisconsin.com/wisconsins-best-cheese-curd-contest/

On today's episode of The Cabin Podcast, we're joined by Eric Paulsen to dive into Wisconsin landmarks, museums and their history! We talk about some of the oldest and most relevant buildings in our state, so tune in! The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Door County; https://www.wicounties.org/counties/door-county/ The Cabin is also presented to you by: GHT; wcaght.org The Del-Bar; https://www.del-bar.com/ Best Western; bestwestern.com Vote for your favorite fried cheese curd in Wisconsin; https://discoverwisconsin.com/wisconsins-best-cheese-curd-contest/

It's springtime in Wisconsin! On today's episode of The Cabin Podcast, we're joined by Lindsey Hayes to give you road trip ideas in the Midwest for this spring. Tune in now! The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Dodge County: https://www.wicounties.org/counties/dodge-county/ The Cabin is also presented to you by: GHT: https://www.wcaght.org/ Vote for your favorite Wisconsin cheese curd: https://discoverwisconsin.com/wisconsins-best-cheese-curd-contest/ Racine County: https://www.racinecounty.gov/ Shop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com

On today's episode of The Cabin Podcast, we're showing some love to the Northwoods! We're joined by The Northern Nerd, aka Dalton Hessel, to dive into some of our favorite spots in Northern Wisconsin. From can't-miss destinations to the best things to do once you're there. Whether you're planning a trip or just dreaming of up north, this one's for you. The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Crawford County; https://www.wicounties.org/counties/crawford-county/ The Cabin is also presented to you by: GHT; https://bit.ly/3YigPJy