Travel By Design
Design your own travel experience by exploring many travel niches on this Travel by Design page.
Whether you are an adventurer or arm-chair traveler you will find stories on this page that will pique your interest and curiosity. Nearly any hobby, interest or experience can be the very essence of a travel niche and you’ll find many of them below.
Perhaps you are looking for the best LGBTQ destinations or you’re interested in different experiences, volunteer travel (voluntourism) or health and wellness opportunities there are many travel niches to experience. We have several stories that showcase a traveler’s insights and there are other stories that illuminate the outdoors and beautiful landscapes. We have stories of varied experiences from far and wide. The experiences are unique and quite interesting and come from various places across the globe. Our stories will give you a wide coverage of places from around the world.
Whatever travel experience you’re interesting in learning about or designing for your future travels you can find something here. As new travel trends evolve we will continue to add new content that addresses new travel niches.
Go through the interesting stories listed below on this Travel by Design page.
The way we travel will soon be changing, particularly when it comes to required documentation and airport security. But your Traveling Enthusiasts welcome representatives from Border Protection and the TSA who will update you on all the changes, and offer Practical tips and info on everything from passports to handling the security lines at the airport. Plus- find out about Mayfest in Downtown Frederick, MD.
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'' talk about the well-known Louis Armstrong Park. On this edition, we travel back to New Orleans for a conversation with Bruce Beckham, Executive Director of Tourism Cares, who talks about their latest project- Preserving Louis Armstrong Park. Then - well find out about all the exciting things happening in the city of Brotherly Love from Philadelphia's Mayor Michael Nutter. And find out about a new TV show spotlighting one of Ian and Tonyas favorite destinations! The park is appropriately named for one of New Orleans' most well-known performers, jazz trumpeter Louis Armstrong. It is situated in the Tremé area, which is home to many of the city's most celebrated jazz musicians. However, Beauregard Square was the previous name for the location of Louis Armstrong Park before [...]
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Let's dive into the history of Virgin America. Ian and Tonya welcome Fred Reid, former CEO of Virgin America who discusses the state of the airline industry, Sir Richard Branson, and his own personal travels.
Voluntourism is a great way of contributing to social causes while traveling. Ian and Tonya welcome John Sexton, CEO of Sexton Executive Security, who shares some must-know safety tips for when you travel.
Traveling along Missouri's Black History Trail offers an immersive journey into America's rich and diverse past. Spanning from the bustling streets of St. Louis to the serene landscapes of the Ozarks, this trail highlights the significant contributions of African Americans to the state's cultural and historical fabric. In this video, we offer a glimpse of our travels along this historic trail.
Join World Footprints hosts, Ian and Tonya Fitzpatrick, as they share their unforgettable honeymoon in South Africa. This enchanting journey took them from the poignant history of Robben Island to the vibrant energy of Nelson Mandela Square, traveling along the iconic road to freedom.
This is one of our earliest shows on terrestrial radio. The show was produced under our old brand name. US Govt Officials will share some important international travel tips. Passport backlog problems and delays are making headlines, and the documentation rules for international travel are changing. But Ian and Tonya will fill you in on important international travel tips like what you need to know about traveling in and out of the country, with some help from Michelle Bond from the US State Department Public Outreach Office, and Kelly Klent from the Public Affairs Office at Customs and Border Protection. Michelle Bond from the US State Department Public Outreach Office gives the status of the passport backlog. Plus- how the number of passports is expected to grow with changes in travel, and what locations now require a passport? Kelly Klent from the Public Affair Office at Customs and Border Protection [...]
Tony the Tiger and the Grinch share an unexpected but fascinating connection through the legendary voice actor Thurl Ravenscroft. Ravenscroft is the man behind two of the most iconic vocal performances in popular culture: the deep, resonant voice of Tony the Tiger, known for his enthusiastic exclamation, "They're Grrrreat!" in Kellogg's Frosted Flakes commercials, and the unforgettable baritone that sings "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch" in the beloved Christmas classic, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
For many who experience anxiety at airports and a fear of flying, a new wave of calm has been introduced to help ease the burden of traveling: airport therapy dogs.
Despite their larger populations, Russia and the United States are far surpassed by Norway in Winter Olympic success.
A group of British tourists have recently traveled to visit the embalmed body of Kim Jong-il. They are not alone as thousands of tourists will go out of their way to view, gawk or satisfy their curiosity to view famous cadavers around the world.
