Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, is the 3rd oldest city in the Americas. Only Santo Domingo and Panama City are older. It is a city that is cherished by Puerto Ricans and
The Salkantay trek is one of six hikes to Machu Picchu, and the latest to become popular amongst backpackers with a lower cost, shorter wait times and, some say, better views than
Hear about travel the Great West Way from London to Bristol as the Amateur Traveler talks to Penny Sadler about her recent trip to Southwest England. Why should you go? Penny says,
I have a true passion for hot springs. Each has its own unique flavor and mineral content. Thankfully, I live in the Ring of Fire, with old volcanoes where hot water from
Hear about travel to India including the Golden Triangle as the Amateur Traveler talks to Nir ben Dov from Israel about his recent trip to the subcontinent. Why should you go to
A Long-Awaited Journey to Istanbul Despite my long-standing fascination with the Eastern Roman Empire and the stunning architecture of Constantinople, it’s surprising that I never made it to Istanbul in the last
Hear about travel to Albania, North Macedonia, and Kosovo as the Amateur Traveler talks to Justin Barnes about his recent trip to the Balkans. Why should someone go to the Balkans? Justin
As many times as I have been to Spain, I was recently in the Basque Country in Northern Spain for the first time. This very green and wet part of Spain lies
Hear about travel to the Italian region of Emilia-Romagna as the Amateur Traveler talks to Keith Jenkins from VelvetEscape.com who keeps returning to this unvisited gem. Why should you go to Emilia-Romagna?
Travel is a search for the different and authentic and in Barcelona’s Gothic quarter you will find some authentic gems with some very convincing medieval fakes. Barcelona is a city with over
When I pack for travel, I typically pack in a carry-on so I have limited space. Pants can be one of the bulkiest things I pack so it is not uncommon that I
When planning a trip to Ireland, you will already have a list of famous destinations you will want to visit, fantastic attractions such as the Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher,
London, Ontario, is a unique destination that combines over two centuries of cultural history and development with lush natural areas to produce an adventurous blend of historic landmarks, thriving modern culture, and
Hear about cruising the waters of Alaska and British Columbia as the Amateur Traveler talks to Susan Portnoy about her recent experience on a Hurtigruten expedition ship. Why should you do this
Hear about travel to Newport, Rhode Island as the Amateur Traveler talks to Phil Roberson about this city that was one of the 5 largest in the American colonies. Why should you
The Patagonia region, located in the southern part of Chile and Argentina, is synonymous with nature. It is a land of vast national parks, where mountains, glaciers, and turquoise lakes dominate the
Going to Hungary’s capital and wondering what to see and do in Budapest in 2 days? You’ve come to the right place. But before starting this guide, just a tiny disclaimer: I’ve
Acatenango is a stratovolcano in Guatemala, located close to the city of Antigua. It is part of a complex of volcanoes that includes Volcán de Fuego, which is known for its frequent
With temperate weather and lots to see and do, San Diego is a fantastic city to explore on two wheels. Whether you’re interested in historic sites like Cabrillo National Monument, or you’re
Hear about travel to Northern Morocco as the Amateur Traveler talks to 5 listeners of the show who joined this year’s trip to explore the medinas and other features of the country.
Are you looking for things to do in Dunedin? If so, you’re in the right place! This fun town is everything you could wish for. Dunedin (pronounced Done-ee-din) is lively and artsy.
Each year I asked the listeners of Amateur Traveler to vote on a destination for a small group trip. Let’s ignore for a moment how crazy it is to let strangers or
Hear about travel to Southern Morocco as the Amateur Traveler talks to Ady from Hit The Road Music Studio about an area he fell in love with while touring it in a
Whoever said “It’s the journey along the way that matters” must’ve been from Texas. No matter where you are in the state, you can believe it will take you at least two
Hear about travel to the country Palau as the Amateur Traveler talks to Randy Rohrer about his recent kayak and scuba safari to this tropical paradise. Why should you go to Palau?
The famed Cinque Terre is a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its picturesque landscapes, vibrant villages, and rugged trails. Peppered along the rugged coast of the Italian Riviera, the villages are
Hear about travel to Oklahoma as the Amateur Traveler talks to Caitlin from TwinFamilyTravels.com about her home state and its history, culture, and scenic beauty. Why should you go to Oklahoma? Caitlin
Hear about travel to Newfoundland and Labrador as the Amateur Traveler talks to Bri Mitchell from travelingmitch.com based on the summer they spent in this less visited Canadian province. Why should you
Over the past two decades, I’ve had the privilege of embarking on numerous Western Caribbean cruises exploring Mexico and Central America. Together with my family, we’ve had the opportunity to visit different
Hear about travel to Central Portugal as the Amateur Traveler talks to Stephanie Lambert from eurotravelsbydesign.com about this too often overlooked region. Why should you go to Central Portugal? Stephanie says, “It’s