The Traveling Fool

By Bob Bales

Traveling off the tourist path. Talking about those places most tourists just don't know about because, well, nobody ever told them. Also travel tips and news about travel and tourism to make your

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September 27, 2023 Episode #12 What is the reason for tourists behaving badly?
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More and more tourists are behaving badly. Wether it is defacing historic properties, disrepecting cultures or putting themselves and others in danger. Is it because of likes on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook or are they just plain morons?
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September 17, 2023 Solo Travel Tips
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Tips for traveling solo.
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September 09, 2023 Solo Travel Myths
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Solo travel myths and misconceptions
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October 05, 2020 Ft Benton Montana, Old West Gunfights, A Mustachioed Madame and a Loyal Dog
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Ft Benton Montana is known as the birthplace of Montana. This beautiful town is a great place to visit and it has quite a History.

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Historic Ft Benton

The story of Shep

The Grand Union Hotel

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September 07, 2020 Goliad Texas A Jewel on The Texas Independence Trail
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A lot of people have heard about the Alamo in Texas where close to 200 defenders held off 4,000 Mexican troops for 13 days before falling. Few people outside of Texas have heard of Goliad, which played a huge part in Texas history.

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The Alamo
Mission Nuestra Señora del Espíritu Santo de Zúñiga
Presidio La Bahia
Fannin Battleground
The Angel of Goliad
Goliad Paddling Trail
Goliad State Park
Goliad Market Days
Market House Museum
South Wind Vineyard and Winery

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September 01, 2020 Uvalde Texas Home to Politicians, Outlaws and Actors
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Uvalde Texas is a small country town that has quite a history. Uvalde is also home to Outlaws, Politicians, and Actors.
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Tom O’Folliard
King Fisher
The Newton Gang
Dolph Briscoe
John Nance Garner
Dale Evans
Matthew McConaughey
Garner House Museum
Dolph Briscoe Art Collection
Aviation Museum at Garner Field
Uvalde Grand Opera House
Drive Tanks
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August 24, 2020 The Traveling Fool Episode 6 / The Town Named After a Drunk
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In this episode, we will tell you about a town that was once one of the richest towns in America.
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March 10, 2020 Episode 5 / Bantayan Island Philippines
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10 Mar 2020: Episode 5 / Bantayan Island Philippines
A short ferry ride off the coast of Cebu lies Bantayan Island with its beautiful beaches and laid back island life. Bantayan Island is a place where you can enjoy island life as it was meant to be without the crowds.

· 00:15 Show Intro
· 03:13 Island life
· 04:35 Sante Fe, Bantayan Island Philippines
· 06:02 Bantayan City
· 09:00 Virgin Beach, Bantayan Island
· 09:36 Mangrove Eco Park
· 11:13 Holy Week
12:50 Fresh of the Boat
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Island Life
St Peter and Paul Church Bantayan Island
Mangrove Eco Park
Museum of West Bohemia
Fresh of the boat

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March 03, 2020 The Traveling Fool Episode 4/ Palawan Military Museum
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3 March 2020: The Traveling Fool Episode 4/ Palawan Military Museum

The island of Palawan in the Philippines is the site of the Palawan Military Museum, officially known as the Palawan Special Battalion WW2 Memorial Museum. In 1944 an incident occurred at the POW camp which would lead to a dramatic rescue that is still heralded as the most successful military rescue operation in us history.

00:18 Show intro
02:09 Palawan Special Battalion WW2 Memorial Museum
05:59 POW Massacre at Camp 10A
07:06 Iwahig Penal colony
08:12 Raid at Cabanatuan
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Palawan Special Battalion WW2 Museum
Massacre of POW's in Palawan
Iwahig Penal Colony
Raid at Cabanatuan

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February 25, 2020 The Traveling Fool Episode 3 / Newman's Castle
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25 Feb 2020: The Traveling Fool Episode 3 / Newman’s Castle
Take one man who loves history and castles. Let him dream about being a King and give him a little inspiration and you have Newman’s Castle.

· 00:20 Show Intro
· 01:17 Matts Flights
· 02:30 Newman’s Bakery
· 03:15 Newman’s Castle
· 07:34 Bellville Texas
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Matt’s Flight’s Free Trial

Newman's Castle

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How many episodes does The Traveling Fool have?

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