Podcast Episodes
Back to Search140 America the Beautiful & Route 66
Rick talks with the editor at Life Books about their new photo essay on one hundred of the most compelling places to visit in the USA. And we'll get …
17 years, 8 months ago
139 An Artist's Safari in Africa; Travel Medicine
Fred Krakowiak, a wildlife painter who shares his love for Africa with us through his vivid descriptions of a safari, shows Rick what Africa looks li…
17 years, 8 months ago
98a A Midsommer's Guide to Sweden
Stockholm-based tour guide Marita Bergman provides a glimpse into the attractions of her home city and takes listener calls on suggestions for explor…
17 years, 8 months ago
138 Costa Rica
With seaside resorts on two coasts, volcano, rainforest, jungle, and more species of birds and butterflies than almost anywhere else on earth, Costa …
17 years, 8 months ago
137 Travel with Kids
For some parents, fear of flying means wondering how their kid will behave on the plane. Rick shares practical advice and pointers on traveling with …
17 years, 9 months ago
136 European Travel Budget Tricks
The weaker value of the US dollar doesn't have to bust your budget and get in the way of enjoying the European vacation you've always dreamed of. Fro…
17 years, 9 months ago
135 Exploring D-Day Sites
The beaches of Normandy hold the memories of the thousands who fought -- and the many who died -- to bring an end to Europe's Nazi tyranny in 1944. O…
17 years, 9 months ago
134 Rome City Guide
With an extravagant collection of more history, art, and culture than any other city in the world, Rome defined the word "civilization" two thousand …
17 years, 10 months ago
133 Istanbul City Guide
Now one of the world's largest cities, Istanbul retains its intimate character with the echoes of generations still evident in its narrow streets and…
17 years, 10 months ago
132 Eric Weiner and The Geography of Bliss
When self-described grump Eric Weiner took a year off from being an NPR correspondent to search for the happiest countries in the world he found some…
17 years, 10 months ago