Travel With Hawkeye

America's Most Amazing Road Trips

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:10:19 +0000

Episode 300 - Many have considered Route 66 from Chicago to LA the quintessential America Road Trip. But Kevin Long the CEO of The Dyrt recently published 6 other American Road trips that might be more worth your time, including retracing the Oregon Trail, The Great Northern Road Trip from Maine to Seattle and the highway known as America's Loneliest Road.

Is It Safe To Travel To Mexico? Spring Break 2026 Edition

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:44:44 +0000

Episode 299 - After cartel violence in the Jalisco region of Mexico, is it safe to travel there? We talk with an American working abroad and to travel reporter David Yeskel with that question.

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Episode 298 - David Yeskel The Vegas Guru 2026

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:06:31 +0000

Episode 298 - David Yeskel, aka The Vegas Guru (@TheVegasGuru_ on Twitter / X) joins us to discuss what's new and hot in Las Vegas plus some incredible deals that you'll want to check out.

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Bonus Episode - Our Conversation with Will Gavin, UK's NFL Broadcaster

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:09:48 +0000

This interview was feature in my and Michelle Rodriguez' Behind the Mike podcast.

We had a chance to talk with viral sensation Will Gavin, the NFL's broadcaster for all games played in Europe. His unique style adds a dimension to the game that takes the broadcast to a new level.

We find out more how he got his start, how big football is now in the UK and would he ever consider being the full time broadcaster for a team in the US.

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The National Park Pass Controversy

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 17:32:24 +0000

Episode 297 - How can a simple pass for the National Parks becomes so controversial. A lawsuit has been filed against the Interior Department concerning President Trump's face on the new Residents' Pass. Plus a second lawsuit is being considered about a policy to void the pass if someone puts a sticker over the President's face.

Kieran Suckling of the Center for Biological Diversity discusses the lawsuit and the controversies surround the pass.

Note: A request was made to the Department of the Interior for an interview but they did not reply to our request.

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Is it Cheaper to go to Disneyland in Toyko than Orlando's Walt Disney World

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:22:32 +0000

Episode 296 - A recent internet meme has stated that it's cheaper to fly to Tokyo and go to Tokyo Disneyland than it is to fly to Orlando and visit Walt Disney World. Can that be actually true? Travel writer Andrew Long has been discussing this for years. The answer . . . is rather nuanced.

Read Andrew Long's post here

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Ski The East

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:56:17 +0000

Episode 295 - Many skiers are packing up and headed out west to hit the champagne powder of Colorado and Utah. But how many have traveled east to check out the slopes of New England? We found tons of charming ski resorts that dot the east coast states that many people never consider visiting. Our goal; to get you, the outdoor enthusiast to consider a trip to Ski The East. Bryan Rivard from Ski Vermont and Drew Zimber from the Granite Backcountry Alliance join the show to discuss what you've been missing.

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Explore America for it's Birthday with Erin Gifford

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:27:35 +0000

Episode 294 - Travel writer Erin Gifford is writing the perfect companion for those who want to celebrate the nation's 250 birthday. Where can you get Vanilla Ice Cream from Thomas Jefferson's original recipe? What American landmark has a cat that will greet you? What roadside attraction has over 200 billboards to entice tourist? Erin has all the answers and more in her new book, Explore America, 250 Places to Go in 2025

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Take a Cruise to Scotland and Wales

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 16:23:13 +0000

Episode 293 - David Yeskel (the @CruiseGuru on X) recounts his recent voyage to Scotland and Wales via the luxurious Regent line.

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America's Undiscovered Gems - Our State Parks

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 15:59:08 +0000

Episode 292 - Americans love their national parks. But with budget cuts and overcrowding, a lot of visitors are opting to visit nearby state parks, which often feature the same natural wonders but with less crowds. New York Times travel writer Ruffin Prevost joins the podcast to discuss his recent disoveries.

Read his work here:

5 State Parks That Feel Like National Parks

7 State Parks That You Really Love, You Told Us So

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Los Angeles Uncovered

Sat, 09 Aug 2025 05:05:00 +0000

Episode 291 - Teena Apeles, author of the book 52 Things to Do in Los Angeles joins us to discusses some of the unusual and often overlooked gems of Los Angeles, such as the Italian inspired canals, the LA River Biker Trail and the forgotten caves of an old city park. This podcast is rated F for FUN! Read this book before your next trip to LA

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Rick Steves Italy for Food Lovers

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 16:16:56 +0000

Episode 290 - Have you ever traveled to a foreign country and felt like you were eating like a tourist and not a local. Confession, I have. Noted travel host Rick Steves joins us to talk about his latest book, Italy for Food Lovers and gives you the know how to enjoy Italy's restaurant scene like a local.

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Why so many people travel to the 127 Yard Sale

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 16:18:06 +0000

Episode 289 - New York Times writer Kendall Waldman recently visited the World's Largest Yard Sale, almost 700 miles long across multiple states. Discover why so many people travel every year to this spectacle. Read the story here

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Cruising Japanese Style

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 16:05:03 +0000

Episode 288 - David Yeskel (@CruiseGuru on X) recently wrote about a cruise he took in Japan where most of the passengers were Japanese citizens. The cultural differences made the trip an extraordinary experience and a trip you ay want to consider

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Take An Extreme Day Trip

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 16:17:02 +0000

Episode 287 - Travel writer Erin Gifford recently penned a piece for the Wall Street Journal titled "An 8-Hour Vacation? Meet the Travelers Who Love 'Extreme Day Trips.' What is an extreme day trip and how far will some people go to see the world in one day increments? And find out how one traveler Kevin Droniak might be the most extreme day traveler of all.

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Why people are flocking to Texas for Barbecue Tourism

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 15:30:44 +0000

Episode 286 - BBQ in Texas has become big business. People travel from all corners of the state, the country and even the globe to experience the best barbecue Texas has to offer. A new documentary, Family Beef captures not only the the Texas Barbecue scene, it also explores the BBQ feuds that have divided entire families. Executive Producer Tom Miller and Writer / Director Eric Henrikson join us to discuss the Texas Barbecue scene and why so many people are flocking to Lockhart, Texas, the Capital of Texas BBQ.

See the documentary Family Beef here

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Observation Deck Observations

Fri, 23 May 2025 16:09:57 +0000

Episode 285 - I love to see a city from an observation deck. Did you know that New York City has five! I give you my favorites, including a few you would have never imagined and the best time of day to visit an observation deck

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Let's Take a RUN-cation

Fri, 02 May 2025 14:26:04 +0000

Episode 284 - One of my favorite things to do when visiting a city is to see it on foot. My favorite places to run; Rome around the Coliseum, Philadelphia, up to steps like Rocky and New York's Central Park. Bart Yasso, the Mayor Of Running joins us to talk about great cities and events to run and to discuss his new book 100 Runs of a Lifetime

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True Crime Travel - Yes It's a Thing

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:29:03 +0000

Episode 283 - You've heard about the popularity of True Crime Podcasts. But did you know there was such a thing as True Crime Travel. Travel writer Dawn Barclay has started a 10 book series on True Crime Travel titled Vacations Can Be Murder. The first volume focuses on New England. She joins us to discuss this niche travel genre

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Do You Have a REAL ID?

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 16:41:58 +0000

Episode 282 - The Department of Homeland Security has set May, 2025 as the first date that domestic airline passengers must have a REAL ID to board a flight. Do you have a REAL ID? How do you get one? What if you don't have one and can't get one before May 7th? We answer all your questions.

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Custodians of Wonder, Those Keeping Ancient Traditions Alive

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 16:20:18 +0000

Episode 281- Elliot Stein has traveled the world in search of the last people who carry on ancient traditions. Custodians of Wonder: Ancient Customs, Profound Traditions, and the Last People Keeping Them Alive delves into the last Incan rope bridge builder, a mysterious metal mirror maker form India that will reveal your true self and Scandinavia's last night watchman to name a few. Stein discovers individuals who are keeping the these ancient traditions alive.

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Big Changes at Southwest Airlines

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 15:32:01 +0000

Episode 280 - Clint Henderson from The Points Guy joins us to discuss the recent changes to Southwest Airlines. Is the good news or terrible news?

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The Nearly Forgotten Tale of the First All Women's Ascent of Denali

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 06:05:00 +0000

Episode 279 - Writer Cassidy Randall joins us to discuss her book, 30 Below: The Harrowing and Heroic Story of the First All-Women's Ascent of Denali, celebrating the almost forgot tale from 1970 of this historic first.

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Lisa Abend Unplugged Traveling

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 06:05:00 +0000

Episode 278 Travel writer Lisa Abend explores various European cities by totally unplugging and setting back the clock to a time when we were less connected. Could you travel the way that she recommends?

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Tips for European Travel in 2025 with David Yeskel

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 06:05:00 +0000

Episode 277 - Headed to Europe in 2025. When will the visa rules take effect? What's the best way to connect flights when traveling overseas? Is there a better way to tour a new city. Are Destination Dupes really worth the time? We discuss all with travel writer David Yeskel (On X @CruiseGuru)

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How To Get Out Of A Time Share

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 06:05:00 +0000

Episode 276 - A recent article in the Washington Post drew my intention, "Timeshares can trap you. My family couldn’t escape until my dad died."

Travel writer Joel Balsam discussed the steps he took to get out of his family's time share. He joins us this week as our guest. Plus we discuss the problems with timeshares, and the high pressure sales tactics they use.

Links: Resonable Exit

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Unknown Gems in Mexico with Travel Writer Diana Spechler (and some sidetrack discussions on travel and relationships)

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Episode 275 - Travel Writer Diana Spechler and I had plans to discuss about three relatively unknown gems to visit in Mexico, (Ajjic on Lake Chapata, Merida and Zihautanejo) but as often is the case when Diana and I chat, we got sidetracked and also delved into traveling and relationships

Diana Spechler is a novelist, essayist, and travel writer, whose work appears in the New York Times, the Guardian, Harper's, Bon Appetit, GQ, Esquire, Washington Post, and many other publications. She is the author of the travel-writing Substack Dispatches From The Road

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A Visit with the Bucket List Family

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 16:57:32 +0000

Episode 274 - Have you ever traveled overseas with kids? How about three very young kids? How about traveling continuously for years with three very young kids. That is what Jessica Gee and her husband did. The popular YouTube family, The Bucket List Family documents their travels. They also have a new book with National Geographic.. Join us for our conversation with the Bucket List Family mom, Jessica Gee

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Let's go back to Washington DC

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:13:26 +0000

Episode 273 - For the first time in 40 years, I headed back to Washington DC. I had such an great time that I'm planning to go back soon. But I wanted to find out more about this city that every American should visit, so we invited DC Tour Guide Rob Pitingolo of TripHacksDC to join us for the show

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Atlas Obscura Wild Life

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 272 - Cara Giaimo joins us to talk about the latest offering from the travelers at Atlas Obscura - Wild Life

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The London Ski Train

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 271 - You're wanting to travel to the French Alps for a skiing adventure of a lifetime. Take it to the next level by flying into London and taking the train to France. Jamie Aranoff from Ski Magazine tells you about this interesting travel hack that could also save you money

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What's New in Las Vegas

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 16:34:45 +0000

Episode 270 - What's new and exciting in Las Vegas, David Yeskel (@theVegasGuru_ on X) joins us to talk about the exciting new shows and attractions.

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Let's Visit All 30 MLB Parks

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 15:45:38 +0000

Episode 269 - If you are a baseball fan, you've probably thought about the ultimate road trip, to visit all 30 Major League Baseball ballparks. Timothy Malcolm has written Baseball Road Trips, which is the ultimate travel guide to the 27 cities you'll be visiting while on your journey. Let's talk some baseball

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Have Influencers Ruined the Amalfi Coast?

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 16:32:46 +0000

Episode 268 - Washington Post Travel writer Andrea Sachs recently penned an article titled Influencers Hyped The Amalfi Coast For Years. Now it's a Theme Park. We invited Andrea to discuss the issue of overtourism and to ask the question, 'have influencers ruined the Amalfi coast?"

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Travel the Journey of the Apostles

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:24:59 +0000

Episode 267 - Rebecca Carrell discuss a trip she is hosting (via a luxury yacht) that retraces the journey of the apostles in Turkey and Greece. Details on the trip here.

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Visiting all 50 States? What counts as visiting a state?

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 15:49:26 +0000

Episode 266 - Paul Lukas of the Inconspicuous Consumption column (PaulLukas.Substack.com) recently wrote a piece titled "What Counts as Truly Having Been In a U.S. State?" This became a topic of conversation among family and friends who have the goal of visiting all 50 states. We invited Paul to offer his obviously subjective rules to having visited a state.

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The Hidden Treasures of Peru

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 15:37:42 +0000

Episode 265 - Machu Picchu is on many people's bucket lists, but as Alvaro Silva tells us, some equally incredible Peruvian sites often go undiscovered by travelers. Today we explore the Hidden Treasures of Peru, including:

Qhapaq Nan - The famed Incan Trail

The Sarcophagi of Carajia

Cumbemayo and it's aqueducts

The lost city of Caral

and the famed Q'eswachaka Rope Bridge

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Early Pioneers - The First World Travelers

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 16:37:39 +0000

Episode 264 - Scott and Tarantino have written an engaging new travel book, Looking for Legends, which discusses the early travel pioneers, often booking passage on cargo ships because there was not any travel infrastructure. They include the first person to climb the Matterhorn, the first person to cross Greenland and a writer whose early travelogues became school textbooks.

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Here Not There - Incredible Overlooked Travel Destinations

Tue, 21 May 2024 16:06:48 +0000

Episode 263 - National Geographic writer Andrew Nelson has written a compelling travel book that highlights incredible destinations that equal the splendor of better known sites but don't garner the same attention. Here Not There not only focuses on these "Destination Dupes", I suspect they will add to your bucket list.

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An Endearing Look at Zermatt, Switzerland

Mon, 06 May 2024 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 262 - My wife and I just returned from a wonderful trip to Zermatt, Switzerland. Why we love Switzerland so much

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Let's Eat Our Way Across America

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 261 - Travel writer Joe Yogerst joins us to discuss unique and delicious dishes he and his team discover while writing the book for NatGeo, 50 States, 1000 Eats

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El Camino de Santiago

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 15:07:18 +0000

Episode 260 - Travel writer Lucas Peters joins us to discuss Spain's El Camino De Santiago

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Garvan Rushe on Ireland

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 259 - Dublin Tour Guide Garvan Rushe joins us to discuss Ireland's past and ihow to better discover a city like Dublin via a walking tour.

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Finally, some information on Mexico's amazing new Tren Maya

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:35:12 +0000

Episode 258 - Travel writer Jimmy Thomson recently rode Mexico's controversial new train, The Tren Maya, which services the Yucatan Peninsula. Why is this train so controversial? Is it a game changer? And is now the time to ride it? All answered this week in Travel with Hawkeye

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A Conversation with Travel Writer Lucas Peters on his new book

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 18:26:38 +0000

Episode 257 - Travel Writer Lucas Peters, who has written the new book Grand European Journeys, 40 Unforgettable Trips by Road, Rail, Sea and More, joins us for a no holds barred conversation about travel, adventure and romance.

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A 200 year old mystery solved in San Antonio's UNESCO Missions

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 16:53:50 +0000

Episode 256 - George Dawson was a docent at San Antonio's Mission Concepcion when he re-discovered the phenomena called Illuminations. The Franciscan Priests who built the mission in the 1750's were able to "Capture the Sun" to convey a Message from God to the indigenous people of the area.

The Illuminations were only recently re-discoved after being forgotten about for over 200 years.

The San Antonio Missions were recenly named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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NY Times' 52 Places to Travel in 2024

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 06:01:00 +0000

Episode 255 - NY Times Travel Editor Amy Virshup discuss their 52 Places to Travel in 2024, and what criteria there is for a destination to make the liat.

Read the Article Here

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How has Bentonville, Arkansas become the Mountain Biking Capital of the World

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 06:01:00 +0000

Episode 254 - How has this small town in Arkansas become the Mountain Biking Capital of the World in less than 15 years? Kalene Griffith from Visit Bentonville joins us to discuss what has become the Disneyland of Mountain Biking

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Winter Adventure Edition: Extreme Sledding in Switzerland and Skiing in New Mexico

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 06:01:00 +0000

Episode 253 - We kick off Season 8 by heading to Switzerland with New York Times Travel writer Elaine Glusac to travel down the day long sledding trails in an uniquely European winter adventure. Check out her article Extreme Sledding in the Swiss Alps here.

Then we travel to New Mexico to experience the champagne powder the Rockies are known for but at a much more affordable price. Christy Germscheid from Ski Mexico joins us to describe the variety of winter adventure available in one of the US' southernmost states.

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David Yeskel, The Cruise Guru, in Japan

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 06:01:00 +0000

Episode 252 - David Yeskel told me that his trip to Japan affected him no other trip he's ever taken. Find out why with our very first episode on Japan. And discover the amazing cruise line that kicked off his travels.

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Episode 251 - Americas Greatest Roadtrip, Really!

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 06:01:00 +0000

Episode 251 - Tom Cotter of the series "The Barn Find Hunter" tells us about his new book, "America's Greatest Roadtrip - Key West to Deadhorse, Alaska, 9000 miles across backroads USA. What did he discover along the way? Whom did he meet? Why does he hate to plan and use GPS? And ultimately, what life lesson did he learn on the road?

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Travel Trends for 2024

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 06:01:00 +0000

Episode 250 - What is a Destination Dupe? Set Jetting? A concert Tourist? They are all travel trends for the upcoming year. Melanie Fish from Expedia joins us to discuss new developments in travel for the upcoming year

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100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 249 - Did you know you can stay overnight at Disney World's Cinderella's Castle? Have you ever heard of Disney Adulting? Or the Monorail Pub Crawl? Find out more of Disney's secrets from Marcy Callicker Smothers of the New Book "100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime"

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A Cruise to Europe via the Mediterranean

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 17:50:18 +0000

Episode 248 - David Yeskel, aka The Cruise Guru (@CrusieGuru on Twitter / X) joins us to discuss a new opportunity to visit the wonderful ports of call on the Mediterranean,

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Why so many people travel to the 127 Yard Sale

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 15:28:43 +0000

Episode 247 - New York Times writer Kendall Waldman recently visited the World's Largest Yard Sale, almost 700 miles long across multiple states. Discover why so many people travel every year to this spectacle. Read the story here

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National Geographic Explores the Great American Outdoors

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 246 National Geographic editor Allyson Johnson joins us to talk about thousands of adventures in the new Nat Geo Book "Great Outdoors USA"

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Great Hikes into NYC's Little Known Urban Wilderness

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 245 - Travel writer John Surico penned a piece for the New Your TImes, "The Five Best Hikes in N.Y.C. (to Make You Forget You're in the City)"

John said he was astonished by the reaction to the article, including lifetime New Yorkers amazed at the wilderness hiking trails there were within the city limits. If you are from NYC, discover how much you know of NYC untamed areas. If you enjoy traveling to New York City, add one of these hikes to your next itinerary.

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Travel Visa Soon Required for European Travel - It's not as bad as it seems

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 244 - European nations just announced that American will be required to obtain a visa to visit starting in 2024. But travel writer Jessica Pointevien (SheDreamsofTravel.com) says it will be a rather simple process. We discuss her recent article from Conde Nast where she explored the new process.

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What New, Hip and Trendy in Las Vegas

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 243 - David Yeskel, the Vegas Guru (@TheVegasGuru_ on Twitter / X) discusses what's new, hip, trendy and fun in Las Vegas

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Can AI Save You Money on Travel

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 05:01:00 +0000

Melanie Fish, Expedia's Travel Expert, wants to save you money. Can AI be the future of cost conscious travel?

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Let's Go To Lima

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 241 - Many people have the ancient site of Machu Picchu on their bucket list. But a trip to Peru would not be complete with out a stop in the capital city of Lima, a city that is still influenced by Spanish colonial architecture. Bernard Munoz from the Peruvian Trade Commision joins us to discuss the wondrous city of Lima, Peru.

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Bob Ballard, The Man Who Found the Titanic

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 12:37:41 +0000

With the news about the Titanic exclusion that went awry, we decided to repost a previous interview with Bob Ballard, the ocean explorer who discovered the Titanic.

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The Greek Island of Rhodes

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 239 - My broadcasting colleague Donovan Lewis (Sportsradio 96.7 The Ticket) joins us to talk about his recent trip to the Greek Island of Rhodes and his changing perspective on travel.

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How to Save Time and Money while Flying

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 17:01:00 +0000

Tom Kubic is a retired airline pilot. He recently wrote an article for the Humble Dollar website on Saving Time and Money at the Airport titled The Unfriendly Skies. I guarantee you that there will be something Tom passes along in this podcast that the traveler will use.

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Disney' Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Is Closing

Fri, 19 May 2023 15:34:58 +0000

Episode 238 - Disney made a surprise announcement: the immersive hotel, the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser would be shutting down. Len Testa from the Unofficial Guide to Disney World joins us to discuss why this may have become Disney's most expensive misfire.

Hear Len Testa's review of the Galactic Starcruiser after it first opened on an earlier episode of the Travel With Hawkeye podcast

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Let's Canoe Down the Amazon

Mon, 15 May 2023 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 237 - Carlos Heine from the Amazon Canoe Challenge joins us to discuss a bucket list trip, a 9 day excursion in dugout canoes down the Amazon in Peru

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Let's Discover America by RV (or by Van)

Mon, 01 May 2023 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 236 - Grant Sinclair, author of the new MOON Guide USA RV Adventures, 25 Epics Routes and the Our Wander Filled Life blog, joins us to talk about discovering America via the open road.

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San Francisco and the Barnes Hotel

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 235 - Richard Sandoval from the Barnes Hotel offers his lover letter to the city of San Francisco and this historic hotel.

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Let's Take a Disney Cruise

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 234 - Erin Foster of the Unofficial Guide Series joins us with a comprehensive look at Disney Cruises. Did you realize that many adults hop an board and leave the kids at home? Or the variety of Disney Cruises available?

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Los Angeles Uncovered

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 05:01:00 +0000

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We Go To Ireland with NatGeo's Jack Kavanagh

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 15:34:12 +0000

Epidode 232 - What better way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day than a trip to Ireland with National Geographic's Jack Kavanagh. Jack has written a new book, Always Ireland, An Insider's Tour of the Emerald Isle, and also leads excursions to the Island for NatGeo. We discuss the the best spots to visit while in Ireland, the amazing castles, the wonderful people and even the bodies in the bog.

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Rick Steves Italy for Food Lovers

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 06:01:00 +0000

Episode 230 - Have you ever traveled to a foreign country and felt like you were eating like a tourist and not a local. Confession, I have. Noted travel host Rick Steves joins us to talk about his latest book, Italy for Food Lovers and gives you the know how to enjoy Italy's restaurant scene like a local.

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Lets Go Hiking! America's 100 Best Trails

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 06:01:00 +0000

Episode 231 - National Geographic write Joe Yogerst returns to the show to discuss America's top hiking trails, from the Vermont Long Trail, the Florida Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail. Intrigued, read Joes now book, 100 Trails, 5000 Ideas.

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Is it cheaper to Ski in Europe than Colorado - The Chamonix Episode

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 06:01:00 +0000

Episode 229 - I recently saw an article on Insider, " I Spent $1200 on a Weekend Ski Trip" by Monica Humphries and it struck me that my recent trip to ski in Chamonix, France probably was cheaper that skiing in Colorado, $200 US Lift Tickets vs $60 European Lift Tickets being the main culprit.

Monica joins us to discuss the ever growing cost of skiing in the US. Plus my wife Madelyn joins the podcast to discuss the amazing destination of Chamonix.

I also wrote a blog post about skiing in Chamonix that answers many of the basic questions, such as the easiest way yo get there and the access to various ski areas.

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Virgin Now Offering Cruises

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 06:01:00 +0000

Episode 228 - David Yeskel, The Cruise Guru (@CruiseGuru on Twitter) joins us to discuss Virgin's move into the cruise industry. Also a look at the new offerings from MSC Cruises and their exclusive Yacht Club

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Epic Changes coming to Universal Orlando

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 06:01:00 +0000

Episode 227 - Some Epic additions coming to Universal Orlando, and Seth Kubersky joins us to tell us why the "other" theme park is a must see when traveling to Orlando

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The Panama Canal

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 17:31:12 +0000

Episode 226 - A colleague of mine, Steve Pryor just got back from a 2 week cruise of the Panama Canal. He shares his exploits of this Modern Wonder of the World

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The Fabulous Island of St. Barth

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 17:02:56 +0000

Episode 225 - We kick off Season 7 with a look at the Caribbean island of St Barth. Lyle Greenfield, author of the new book 1000 Days in St. Barth joins us to talk about the history of this island. How did a volcanic rock with no fresh water become a destination for the world's rich and famous? And what makes the airport such a dicey proposition? Why is this island so different from other Caribbean destinations? Find out as we discover the magic of St Barth.

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We Visit The Hidden Sites of World War II

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 06:01:00 +0000

Jerome O'Conner is a man who has spent his life discovering World War II sites that have been forgotten, lost or hidden over time.

His life's work, and according to him the only book he'll ever write, is a fascinating work that uncovers some of the most important sites of World War II that time has forgotten.

Find Jerome O'Connor's Book The Hidden Places of World War II: The Extraordinary Sites Where History Was Made During The War That Saved Civilization Here

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Oregon's Waterfalls

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 06:01:00 +0000

Oregon is know for so many natural wonders, The Pacific coastline, Mt Hood, The Columbia River Gorge, Crater Lake. Lost in all that splendor is the number of amazing waterfalls that Oregon has. Kristen Fintel, the innkeeper at the Chehalem Ridge Bed and Breakfast joins the podcast to discuss Oregon's numerous waterfalls and the scenic drives and hikes that helps you discover them.

Oregon's Trail of Waterfalls

Trail of Ten Falls

More Waterfalls of Oregon

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Episode 222 Marcy Carricker Smothers 100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 06:01:00 +0000

Did you know you can stay overnight at Disney World's Cinderella's Castle? Have you ever heard of Disney Adulting? Or the Monorail Pub Crawl? Find out more of Disney's secrets from Marcy Callicker Smothers of the New Book "100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime"

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Patricia Schultz on Why We Travel

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 221 - Patricia Schultz, noted author of 1000 Place To See Before Your Die discusses her new book Why We Travel

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The Art of Europe with Rick Steves

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 17:01:00 +0000

Episode 220 - If you're like myself, and admittedly Rick Steves, you once thought Art History was perhaps the most boring class in college. But PBS travel host Steves makes it come alive and presents the Art of Europe with a fascinating perspective. We guarantee that after enjoying Rick's visit on our podcast, you'll be setting the DVR for Rick Steve's new PBS series, The Art of Europe.

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David Yeskel The Cruise Guru, Good News for Cruise Enthusiasts

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 219 - David Yeskel, the Cruise Guru (@CruiseGuru on Twitter) joins us with updated protocols for cruise lines plus some of the exciting new features and deals for travelers.

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Your Passenger Rights - Changes are coming

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 218 - New York Times Travel writer Heather Murphy discusses possible changes the Department of Transportation is proposing to improve your airline experience. Some changes, like the travel dashboard, are already here. And others are awaiting your comments.

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Italy's Via Ferrata is coming to America, and you should be excited

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 217 - Travel writer Cindy Hirschfeld discusses her recent New York Times article on the Italian Via Ferrata coming to the US. What is the Via Ferrata? Find out why you should be excited about this Italian outdoor experience.

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Scott Keyes, founder of Scott's Cheap Flights - The FREE service that every Traveler should be using

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 03:28:41 +0000

Episode 218 - Perhaps the best value travel site out there (because it's FREE) Scott's Cheap Flights has been hooking up travelers with unbelievable airfares for years. How did found Scott Keyes get started and how does he find these deals? We discuss on this weeks podcast

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An Insiders's Guide to the Nation's Capital, Washington DC

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 217 - Rob Pitingalo of TripHacksDC tells us why Washington DC needs to be on everyone's bucket list. A discussion of the capital city's top attraction, including insider tips and it's secret history.

What is at the top of the Washington Monument and why was it put there? Find out on this week's Travel With Hawkeye podcast.

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Yellowstone National Park Update

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 216 - Recently Yellowstone Park suffered devastating floods. We sat down with Jenny Pelej of Visit Montana to discuss the encourage news with the park's reopening. We also discussed opportunities for tourists that currently exist because on the smaller than normal crowds

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Traveling Cross Country by Train

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 16:01:04 +0000

Episode 215 - National Geographic Writer Jordan Salama took a 72 hour cross country rail trip. What did this 20 something scribe see on his trip and would he do it gain. Oh, by the way, there is no internet access.

Read Jordon's Article here

Hear Jordan's NPR piece on Private Rail Cars

Read Jordan's book on the Columbia River

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Episode 214 Become a Digital Nomad

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 214 - Marlee McCormick realized that with great internet service, she could do her job anywhere. Where did she go? Should you take her lead and become a digital nomad? Marlee shares her adventures and offers advice on becoming a digital nomad.

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National Geographic's Jessica Nabongo Visits Every Country on the Planet

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 10:37:16 +0000

Episode 213 - Jessica Nabongo is on the few people to have visited every country on the planet and she is very proud to be the first black woman to do so. Her new National Geographic book The Catch Me If You Can chronicles her journey and her wonderful insight into our amazing world.

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The Spectacular TWA Hotel

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 10:16:04 +0000

Episode 212 - New York's JFK airport has one of the world's most unique hotels, buuilt around the splendid 1960's era TWA terminal, the TWA Hotel is unlike any other place in the world. Kautnteya Chitnis discuss how this Eero Saarinen designed terminal has been retrofitted into a spectacular hotel with its own Instagram following.

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Rick Steves discusses post Covid Europe, is now the time to travel?

Mon, 23 May 2022 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 211 - Travel guide book author and PBS host Rick Steves discusses his latest trips to Europe and why this is a good time to venture overseas.

Note: This podcast was posted before the USA changed its covid re-entry policy. You no longer need a negative cover test to re-enter the US.

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We discover the Tennessee Whiskey Trail with Jack Daniels Master Distiller Jeff Arnett

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 213 - Only 7 people have ever held the title of Jack Daniels Master Distiller. Current Master Distiller Jeff Arnett joins us in studio to talk about the Tennessee Whiskey Trail on this week's Travel With Hawkeye Podcast

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We Travel to Alaska with Mark Adams - Author of Tip of the Iceberg and his Alaska Journey

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 05:01:00 +0000

Think of taking an Alaskan cruise. Before you book your trip, check out our podcast with Mark Adams, author of Tip of the Iceberg. Mark is one of our favorite guest and his episode on Machu Picchu is one of our all time favorites

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We Discover the Hidden Treasures of Route 66

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 13:59:03 +0000

Amy Bizzarri, author of the book, The Best Hits on Route 66, 100 Essential Stops on the Mother Road" takes us on a trip from Chicago to the Santa Monica Pier, across America to discover the history, the culture, the food, the people and the spirit of this country's most cherished highway.

Stops include the Blue Hole in New Mexico, a little known desert oasis, and a road that plays a tune but only when you drive the speed limit.

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Explore Pikes Peak OR Experience a Cattle Drive at The Broadmoor

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 05:01:00 +0000

The Broadmoor, a 100 year old resort in Colorado Springs, Colorado is unlike any other place in America. Where else can you experience a cattle drive, a cog railway up Pikes Peak and scenic hiking to seven different waterfalls. Not to mention golf, tennis, spas and falconry. Yes, falconry. It's all available at the historic Broadmoor.

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First Review of Disney's Galactic Starcruiser

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 18:59:00 +0000

On March 1, 2022, Disney World opened the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser, a multi day all-Immersive adventure. Not unlike a cruise ship in space, this experience has you play a major role in your personalized adventure.

Len Testa from the Unofficial Guide To Walt Disney World was one of the very first guests. We review his visit to this game changing travel experience.

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You Need To Visit this American City. But it's hardly on anyone's Bucket List.

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 06:01:00 +0000

Episode 208 - This American city has it all. Beaches. Sailing. A great food scene. A one of a kind world class museum that attracts celebrities from across the globe. An amusement park that rivals anything in Orlando. And an incredible National Park just outside the city limits. This might be the most overlooked city in the US. Mark Wolters of the Wolters World Travel Vlog joins us to share his visit to this amazing city that you have probably never thought to visit. What city are we referring to? Have a guess?

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