Vacation Station

Travel Writer Linda Ballou Explores Kauai in Hawai’i

From hiking the infamous Kalalau Trail that overlooks the Napali Coast Wilderness to touring Lydgate Chocolate Farm, this episode of Big Blend Radio features travel writer Linda Ballou who talks about her recent adventures in Kauai. Lush with foliage, resplendent with waterfalls, and isolated by tumultuous surf, Kauai is the oldest island in the Hawaiian chain. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/rmbSLeSAPEM You can read Linda's article about what she experienced in Kauai, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/kauai-an-island-apart/ You can also see her list of safe swimming beaches in Kauai, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/safe-swimming-beaches-on-kauai-hawaii/ Linda Ballou is a Southern California-based travel writer, and author. You will find a host of travel articles on her site https://lostangeladventures.com. For more about her novels and travel books go to http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Palm Springs LBGTQ+ History and Fall Celebrations

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Palm Springs Sunshine Stays” Show focuses on LBTGQ+ History and Upcoming Fall Events in Palm Springs, California. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/0VsbMvHj1iw Featured Guests:- KIMBERLI MUNKRES who represents Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels @PalmSpringsStay a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California. Plan your visit and sign up for the monthly Boutiquely Palm Springs newsletter at: https://www.palmspringspreferredsmallhotels.com/ - JULIE WARREN who represents the LGBTQ+ History & Archives of the Desert, a community-based archive that documents, collects, preserves, and makes accessible the history of LGBTQ individuals, businesses, organizations, and events centered in Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley. More: https://lgbtqpshistory.org/ UPCOMING LBGTQ+ EVENTS IN PALM SPRINGS:* Pride on the Page Book Festival on Oct 13-14: https://tinyurl.com/4e29v6kj * Out on the Walk Exhibit – Celebrating LGBT Honorees on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars: https://lgbtqpshistory.org/ * Palm Springs Public Library - Drag Story Hour on Oct. 24: https://tinyurl.com/bdddwaad * Palm Springs Public Library – Art of Drag Art Exhibit on Nov. 18: https://tinyurl.com/bdhpmbhy Follow this Big Blend Radio Podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/38883u9e Photos: Pride on Page 2022 featuring Sharon Gless and Peter Paige last year, credit David A Lee; and Drag Story Hour featuring Bella da Ball. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Experience Fall in California’s Sequoia Country

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Thursday "Travel Tulare County" Show focuses on what you can experience in California's Sequoia Country from outdoor adventures like hiking, camping, and fishing, to exploring the local public art, and attending farmers markets, and seasonal festivals and events like the Tulare County Fair. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Fl5-GjLPkSw Featured Guests from the Sequoia Tourism Council- Denise Alonzo - Sequoia National Forest & Giant Sequoia National Monument. Info: https://www.fs.usda.gov/sequoia - Suzanne Bianco - Visit Visalia. Info: https://www.visitvisalia.com/ Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eva Eldridge - Exploring Two Square Miles in Downtown Tucson, Arizona

From the Presidio San Agustin del Tucson (1775) to the Tucson Museum of Art, historic Hotel Congress, and Saint Augustine Cathedral, Eva Eldridge shares what to experience within two square miles of Downtown Tucson, Arizona, including murals and public art, shops and dining destinations. See her story here: https://tinyurl.com/5x5r8n3m Eva Eldridge is a contributing writer for Big Blend Magazines. Along with travel and lifestyle articles, she also writes fiction and poetry. She was editor of the Tucson Sisters in Crime anthology, “Trouble in Tucson.” More: https://evaeldridge.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stay and Relax at Tiffany’s Bed & Breakfast in Hot Springs, Arkansas

Recorded onsite, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features Bob & Tiffany Bertram, owners and innkeepers of Tiffany's Bed & Breakfast located near Hot Springs, Arkansas.Tiffany’s Bed and Breakfast is a lovely log-cabin style lodging destination that's beautifully situated on 62-acres of woodlands, in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains in Bismarck. There are walking trails to explore, an outdoor firepit, gardens, and a full-length front porch that provides an excellent bird watching vantage point. All rooms feature luxury bedding, private baths (2 with jetted tubs), and home cooked breakfasts. There is so much to experience in the area including the city of Hot Springs which is part of Hot Springs National Park, Garvan Woodland Gardens, Crater of Diamonds State Park, DeGray Lake State Park, Lake Ouachita State Park, Lake Catherine State Park, Magic Springs & Crystal Falls. On April 8, 2024, the solar eclipse path of totality will pass directly over Tiffany’s Bed and Breakfast. Learn more and see the special packages available at https://www.tiffanysbedandbreakfast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kathleen Walls - Travel Writer, Non-Fiction Author and Novelist

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Kathleen Walls who talks about her travel writing adventures, novels, and non-fiction books. A former reporter for Union Sentinel in Blairsville, GA, Kathleen is the publisher/writer for American Roads and Global Highways. She currently resides in Middleburg, FL and has lived in Florida most of her life but travels extensively, mainly in the Southeast. Kathleen was born in New Orleans and goes back often to Louisiana. She has lived in Mississippi and Georgia as well. Sort of like the Johnny Cash song “I’ve Been Everywhere.”Kathleen is the author of numerous travel books, ghost stories, true crime and mystery novels, and more. She is currently working on the book "American Music: Born in the USA: A History of American Music." Find her books here: http://www.katywalls.com/ Keep an ear out for more of her guest appearances on Big Blend Radio and follow her travel adventures at: www.americanroads.net/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Glynn Burrows - A Visit to Penmaemawr, Wales

From Caernarfon Castle and Conwy Castle to Bangor Pier and the Eastern Point Lighthouse and Puffin Island, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours UK, who shares his vacation experience in Penmaemawr, Wales. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/DkCb6FulrhcSee Glynn's story and photos, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-visit-to-penmaemawr-wales/Glynn Burrows appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday covering England as a destination as well as family history research. Follow his podcasts here: https://tinyurl.com/4bjzn3umLearn more about Norfolk Tours at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Debbie Stone - Exploring Lisbon and Sintra in Portugal

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station Travel Show, travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her 4-Day Self-Guided Tour of Lisbon and Sintra, Portugal that was put together through InnTravel.Lisbon is the capital and largest city of Portugal, and as such, is a vibrant, multi-faceted destination with no shortage of places to explore. The entire city of Sintra is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and is home to a combination of unique historic properties amid stunning natural scenery. Read Debbie's travel story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/4-day-self-guided-tour-of-lisbon-and-sintra/Travel writer Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every 4th Tuesday. Follow the podcast here: https://tinyurl.com/m6z7v6ms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.