Cameron Hewitt, Senior Editor, Researcher, and co-author of Rick Steves’ guide books, joins Chris and Jerry to discuss ways to use this mandatory travel resource. How they are organized, written, researched and updated and the philosophy behind them are openly discussed to let you know how these practical and objective travel companions are written. While planning your vacation use these books to have a smoother and better trip.
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Auto Europe Travel Advice
Chris and Jerry explore renting and leasing cars in Europe with Frank Moulton, Sales Manager of Auto Europe, the world’s largest car rental brokerage. When and when not to rent or lease a car, types of insurances, driving in Eastern Europe, minimum and maximum age restrictions, driving styles, International Driver’s License, drop charges and many other important facets of European car rental were discussed. While making European travel plans, listen to this program for a better and more exciting trip.
Travel Geography Advice Show
Chris and Jerry discuss the roll geography plays in determining the travel experience you will. Some of the topics include the International Date Line, time zones, and why some islands are dry and desert and others are lush and tropical. They also explain the difference of Micronesia, Polynesia and Melanesia.
Shopping Around the World Travel Advice Show
Chris and special guest co-host Cheryl Taylor talk about shopping around the world. Listen as they talk about different tips and secrets while shopping or looking for souvenirs while traveling the world.
Passports and Visas Travel Advice Show
Chris and Jerry define passport and visa and give numerous suggestions to help save time, money, and frustration. Topics include checking validity of passports when obtaining visas, expiration dates on visas, length of time to obtain visas and checking to see if having a visa of one country in your passport will prohibit you from entering another country. Airport departure fees are also discussed.
Packing Tips for the Summer Travel Advice Show
Packing often is one of the most uninteresting part of any vacation plan. Chris and Jerry discuss necessary items to include on any trip and unique suggestions to make your luggage problem less of a hassle such as type of luggage to take, amount of clothes to keep weight and size down, luggage requirements for rail travel and many other topics.
Sustainable Traveler Travel Advice Show
Chris, Jerry and their guest, Dr. Linda S. Ralston, Ph.D. of the University of Utah, discuss the importance of sustainable and ecological travel. Ways that help the world be a better place for future and present visitors. Suggestions such as taking out your used batteries, offering fair prices for locally-made items, walking and riding a bicycle rather than always in a car and many other topics were discussed. This show offers some valuable pre-trip information to make your trip help the world be better.
Budget Travel Around the World Travel Advice Show
The difference between cheap and budget travel were some of the topics guest Brian Erickson, Chris and Jerry discussed on budget travel. Tips such as why or why not to travel off-season, setting budgets, various travel passes, being safe, ideas of where to purchase tickets, staying healthy while traveling on a budget and numerous other ideas were discussed. Even if you’re not traveling on a budget, listen to this program to obtain some helpful suggestions to travel better and safer.
Age of Exploration / Traveling for 50+
As the Baby Boomers and the population ages, but are healthy, have time and often money, it becomes a challenge to determine which vacation is perfect for them. Sitting on the beach or golfing at a fabulous resort, usually doesn’t always fill the bill. This program offers a wide variety of options including white water rafting, mountain climbing, heli-hiking, and adventure travel ideas to excite and satisfy the over 50 travelers.
Types of Tours for Travel
Learn about the different types of travel and how to combined them into making your vacation more exciting and unique. Independent, F.I.T., Hosted and Escorted tours are defined and discussed in detail suggesting which type to take for each traveler. Specific suggestions for combing these types during a vacation are given. Both beginning and seasoned travelers will learn a lot from this program about different ways to travel an area.