Vacation Station

Budget Hacks for Travelers

It's all about How to Save Money While Traveling on this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Show with travel advisor Cheryl Ogle. From luggage and phones, to food and transfers Cheryl has some fantastic budget hacks to help you get rid of unnecessary expenses. Check out her blog post about it all, here: https://heywannago.wordpress.com/2024/08/14/saving-money-while-traveling/  Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/ 

Day Trip Adventures Around Santa Fe, New Mexico

From visiting Georgia O’Keeffe’s Home and Studio in Abiquiú to exploring Bandlier National Monument, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou" podcast focuses on day trips and attractions you can experience when visiting Santa Fe in Northern New Mexico, known as The City Different.
Read her article on day trips here:  https://nabbw.com/expert-columns/travel/awesome-day-trips-in-northern-new-mexico-linda-ballou/ 
Read her article about Georgia O'Keefe here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/georgia-okeefe-to-run-wild-and-free/ 
Listen to Linda's previous podcast about her visit to Santa Fe, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/exploring-sensational-santa-fe-new-mexico/  Follow Linda Ballou's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/ 
Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST,  here on YouTube:  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm3Bmktgu8osUzx2VOF35dgO&feature=shared 

Celebrate Christmas In Natchitoches, Louisiana

From the 98th Annual Natchitoches Christmas Festival to the Christmas Tour of Homes, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Go to Natchitoches” Podcast focuses on what to experience this holiday season in Natchitoches, the oldest city in Louisiana. Featured guest is Paige Alost, the Executive Director of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest settlement in Louisiana. Celebrating a vibrant blend of French, Spanish, African, Native American, and Creole cultures, this charming city is part of the Cane River National Heritage Area and Louisiana’s No Man’s Land.  Plan Your Visit to Natchitoches and check out the event calendar at https://natchitoches.com/ and learn more about the Christmas Festival of Lights at https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/ 
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Go to Natchitoches" show and check out the past episodes here: https://natchitoches-louisiana.podbean.com/ 

A Visit to Lucille Ball's Hometown

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Tamara MC who shares her adventures exploring comedic icon Lucille Ball's hometown in Chautauqua County, New York. 
Offering a unique blend of nostalgia, entertainment history, and small-town charm this adventure included a visit to the Lucy Desi Museum in Jamestown, along with the National Comedy Center, the Lucille Ball Memorial Park, Lucy's childhood home at 59 Lucy Lane, and Lake View Cemetery, Lucy's final resting place. More at: https://lucydesi.com/ 
Dr. Tamara MC is a seasoned travel journalist and cultural linguist from the United States with a track record of publications in high-profile lifestyle and travel outlets. With a keen focus on ecotourism, sustainability, wildlife, hiking, t cycling, gastronomy, and cultural tourism, Tamara brings a unique depth to her storytelling. Tamara has an impressive command of over eight languages and has ventured to nearly 80 countries, primarily solo. More at  https://tamaramc.com/ 
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/ 
Follow this Podcast Channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m 
This episode is also featured on our other Big Blend Radio channels: "Vacation Station," "Toast to The Arts," and "Women Making History." Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here:  https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Travel Writer Success Insider with Rose Palmer

Celebrating the first episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast, Rose Palmer talks about her life as an award-winning travel writer and photographer after a diverse 25-year career as a PhD chemist. As she explores the world, she likes to focus her traveling lens on history, art, architecture, nature, soft adventures, and cruising in all its forms.
Read her Success Insider Q&A and see some of her photography, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/travel-writer-success-insider-with-rose-palmer/ 
Follow Rose's adventures on her site: https://quiltripping.com/ 
Follow Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast here: https://quiltripping-travel.podbean.com/ 
This episode is also featured on our other Big Blend Radio channels: "Big Daily Blend," "Vacation Station," "Success Express," and "Women Making History."  Check out our Big Blend Radio Network of podcasts here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork 

Explore York County, Pennsylvania

From Winter and Holiday Festivities to Historic Sites, Outdoor Adventures, and Where to Sip, Dine and Sleep, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features Andrea Ryan who gives an overview of what to experience in beautiful York County, Pennsylvania. 
With its rich history, picturesque landscapes, and vibrant culture, York County, PA, is the perfect destination for your next adventure. Whether you're exploring the charming streets of downtown York or immersing yourself in the natural beauty of the countryside, you'll find something to captivate your senses at every turn. More: https://www.yorkpa.org/ 
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), here: https://www.ifwtwa.org/ 

Riding Wild in Sonoma's Wine Country

It's all about Riding Wild in Sonoma, California's Wine Country on this episode of Big Blend Radio's JO GOES EVERYWHERE! Podcast with travel writer and photographer Jo Clark. Hear all about her adventures with Jérôme Ribeiro, tour guide extraordinaire and owner of Rides by Me Classic Sidecar Tours, who encourages visitors to “Take a ride on the wild side(car)!”  
Jo enjoyed a winery picnic, tasting fun at Landmark Winery, Gundlach Bundschu (GB) Winery, and Pomme Cider Shop & Tap Room. She stayed at El Pueblo Inn, and dined at Los Molcajetes and The Girl & The Fig restaurants. Read her story about her Rides By Me adventures in Sonoma County here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/riding-on-the-wild-sidecar-of-sonomas-wine-country/ 
Jo Clark is a travel writer and photographer based on South Carolina’s Grand Strand. She has a thirst for knowledge, history, great food, and wine! Her Big Blend Radio podcast "Jo Goes Everywhere!" airs every 2nd Sunday at 7pm EST. Follow the show on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yfkjm8sd 

Travel Writer Linda Milks has a Wonderful Week in Paris

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, travel writer Linda Milks talks about her one week adventure during Fashion Week in Paris, The City of Lights. 
Hear about the historic sites, restaurants, markets and shopping destinations she experienced while bonding with new and old friends, and how they lived like Parisians, and celebrated the joys in life. Read about her visit here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/traveling-to-paris-to-celebrate-live-like-a-parisian-and-strengthen-friendships/ 
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/ 
Follow this podcast here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIUCV2e7qm1chVylr9kzBMftUgBoLS-m