Events & Festivals
Crowd at the Dominica Jazz Festival photo by Tonya Fitzpatrick
“I haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on my list.”
– Susan Sontag
From villages to big cities, festivals and events bring people together to celebrate culture, heritage, cuisine or just about anything. From religion to music, from agriculture to sports, from food to just plain fun, festivals and events sustain communities and encourage travel all over the world.
A trip or a small drive to an event with friends or with family needs no reason except just fun. And most importantly we can take a break from our daily routines and experience some celebration without going away too far. Festivals reminds us of our cultures, traditions, and above all is a time to celebrate with family.
Next to hockey, the Calgary Stampede is Canada's most treasured sporting event. This video captures the essence of the Calgary Stampede, where you'll find everything from Las Vegas-style productions and Broadway-inspired shows to thrilling bull-riding, roping, and even ice skating by Olympic champions.
History of the Reno River Festival, tour of the National Automobile Museum, and the real identity of Margart Mitchell's Rhett Butler.
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 travel to Reno River Festival and National Automobile Museum. World Footprints traveled to Reno, NV to accept a First Place award from the North American Travel Journalists Association for their travel show. Today’s show is broadcast from the banks of the Truckee River during the Reno River Festival. Guests include Betsy McDonald who will share the history of the Reno River Festival and the Reno-Tahoe region. The festival is a unique two-day event of wet and wild fun, including live music, food, libations, a craft beer village, and lots of interactive summer and outdoor experiences. World Footprints will also visit the National Automobile Museum and review the Bill Harrah collection and the fascinating stories behind some of the cars. You’ll see vintage, classic, and special interest automobiles, [...]
We had an amazing time at this year's Reno River Festival, soaking in all the vibrant activities and attractions this great town has to offer. From its beautiful riverfront and the thrilling National Automobile Museum to the stunning landscapes and one of the BEST culinary scenes in the world, Reno truly has it all.
Each year, World Footprints hosts a live broadcast during the French Quarter Festival in New Orleans, one of our favorite events. The streets come alive with music, and the air is filled with the sounds of people dancing and singing. The food is plentiful, offering a true taste of New Orleans' vibrant culinary scene.
During our coverage of the Olympic Games in Vancouver in 2010, we were treated to an evening of Russian hospitality and a fascinating glimpse into the vision for the Sochi 2014 Olympics. This special event gave us a preview of what Russia had in store for visitors to Sochi, showcasing their plans for a spectacular and memorable Olympic experience.
The North American Travel Journalists Association awarded World Footprints Radio the top travel broadcast award for 2009.
After several flight cancellations from Washington DC we finally arrived in Vancouver at 11:15pm on Saturday evening, February 13, 2010. Regrettably we missed the Opening Ceremony but in our short time here we have experienced a wonderful flavor of cultural diversity and national spirit. We have been to Vancouver many times and each time our feeling about this city and our experience here is very special.
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Tonya and Ian enjoy a conversation with CBS Travel Editor, Peter Greenberg. Peter dropped by to join our live broadcast during the US-Africa Summit. Peter Greenberg is the Travel Editor for CBS News and can be seen on "CBS This Morning," "CBS Evening News," and "CBS Sunday Morning." He is known in the travel business as "The Travel Detective." Additionally, every week a different area in the world serves as the location for his weekly national radio programme, "CBS EYE ON TRAVEL." Greenberg, the host of the public television programme "The Travel Detective with Peter Greenberg," is the ultimate insider when it comes to covering the travel industry as news. The series features more than 40 half-hour episodes that aim to enlighten viewers about travel-related news, essential knowledge, [...]
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Tonya and Ian enjoy a conversation with Thad Simons and Ellen Dierenfeld from Novus International to talk about the sustainable practices that they are incorporating in Africa. Thad and Ellen joined our live broadcast from the US-Africa Summit.
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. David Gordon joins us from Ireland to talk about "Homecoming Scotland", a festival that celebrates people from around the world who have Scot-Irish heritage. Scotland returns 2009 is a yearlong celebration of a history that has changed the world, a thriving present, and an enthralling future. The year-long Homecoming Scotland 2009 schedule of events around the nation honours Robert Burns' birth 250 years ago. Additionally, we're honouring some of Scotland's greatest contributions to the world, including golf, whisky, brilliant brains, innovations, and Scotland's rich cultural and historical history. Participate in Homecoming Scotland, a year-long celebration of our country's fascinating past and promising future, to show your love for it. Robert Burns, Scotland's greatest poet, celebrated his 250th birthday in 2009, making it the perfect time for what looks [...]
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Tonya and Ian enjoy a conversation with Marc Cavaliere, Executive Vice President of North America for South African Airways. Marc stopped by to talk to us during our live broadcast from the US-Africa Business Summit.
