North America
Totem Poles of the First Nations in Vancouver Canada. Photo: Tonya Fitzpatrick
“Through travel I first became aware of the outside world; it was through travel that I found my own introspective way into becoming a part of it.”
– Eudora Welty
Explore the history, diverse cultures and traditions of the North American countries of Canada, Mexico and the United States. North American culture reflects both the cultures of its indigenous people- the Native Americans as well as the culture that is influenced by European Colonization.
The United States is the third largest country in the world and one of the most culturally diverse countries of the world. Described as the ‘melting pot‘ of North America , amalgamation of different cultures has given shape to the unique U.S. culture.
Mexico is the most populous state of North America and one of the largest city in the world.
Canada is the largest country of North American region and covering more than half of the continent’s area.
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Let's go for a ride in Alaska’s Glacier National Park. Travel with Travel’n On through Alaska’s Glacier National Park aboard the luxurious American Safari yacht. Tonya and Ian will chat with American Safari’s captain and expedition leaders as they embark on a discovery of the Inner Passage and the natural treasures that the area holds. One of nature's most amazing masterpieces, Glacier National Park is situated in the backcountry of Montana, in the United States. The famous national park, which is revered as the "Crown of the Continent," protects carved-out glaciers and valleys, blue glacial lakes, and lush forests, earning it the moniker. Your senses are stunned by its pristine beauty and beautiful wilderness from the moment you first see it. The park lies on the border between [...]
In this podcast episode, Ian and Tonya have some vacation tips for families - some affordable destinations in Northeast America that are easy to get to, and are just a quick drive from Washington DC.
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. We'll explore Juneau, Alaska today. Travel'n On celebrates Alaska's 50th anniversary of their induction into the Union as the 49th State with a profile on the beautiful capitol city of Juneau. Lorene Palmer, President of the Juneau Convention & Visitors Bureau tells Travel'n On why Juneau, Alaska is a unique and must see tourist destination. Then Juneau Mayor Bruce Botelho discusses his challenges of managing a city that is larger than some States and why he loves his city. Finally, Jane Lindsey, Director of the Juneau-Douglas City Museum, provides some insight into Juneau's unique history and culture. The state capital of Alaska is one of the state's most attractive cities and a popular tourist destination. With so much to see and do, Juneau is sure to have something [...]
Rick Webster , VP of Public Policy at the US Travel Association, joins Travel'n On Radio to talk about the Travel Promotion Act and his Associations efforts to promote tourism in the United States.
Guests: Vermont Convention Bureau, Lake Champlain Chamber of Commerce, US Customs and Border Protection
Bundle up! This week, we head for Whistler, British Columbia one of the finest ski resorts in North America, and probably the world! And once the Olympics come there in 2010, the rest of the world is going to know that.
This year's National Travel and Tourism Week features the first-ever U.S. Travel Rally Day on Tuesday, May 12. On that day, cities across the country will unite to make a bold statement about the power of travel.
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Travel'n On will head to Richmond, Virginia to visit the city's Civil Rights sites along the heritage trail.
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. This segment takes us on a visit to the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and other attractions in Cincinnati, Ohio. The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, perched on the north bank of the Ohio River, honours freedom's heroes, from the period of the Underground Railroad to the present, with motivational tales and interactive experiences. Along with the Museum of Tolerance, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, and the National Civil Rights Museum, it is one of a new breed of "museums of conscience" in the country. In an effort to provoke visitors to consider what freedom means in their own lives, the Center provides insight into the battle for freedom in the past, present, and future. Its placement acknowledges Cincinnati's crucial role in the history of the Underground [...]
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Today we'll take you to explore the specialty of Amarillo, Texas. Cadillac ranch Famed for its Big Texan steak house—home to a 72 oz steak—you get eat for free if you can do so within an hour and its rodeo culture, Amarillo is where the real Texas begins. From its historic Route 66, to the quirky Cadillac Ranch, Amarillo is a place that surprises at every turn, and today were are going to give you a feel for what makes this an intriguing place to visit. Where the southern plains and the desert converge is Amarillo, Texas, a distinctive and historically significant region. Working western ranches and a thriving twenty-first-century economy combine to make Amarillo and the neighbouring Panhandle region a special fusion of two American eras, making [...]
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Meet Victor Pineda, who is working for young people with disabilities.
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. If, on your travels through the USA, imagine you could work with dolphins, experience zero gravity, or even work in the Grand Canyon. Then imagine if these opportunities cost you little to nothing or even paid you a stipend for your short-term service, would you take advantage of such opportunities? Well, you can, and a new book Immersion Travel USA tells you how. The book's author Sheryl Kayne will join the show to talk about the best and most meaningful volunteering, living, and learning excursions.
