Vacation Station

Vacation Station

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Vacation Station episodes

  • Desert Modernism in Palm Springs, Southern California

    It's all about Mid-Century Modern Architecture in Sunny Palm Springs on this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPSH), a consortium of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California.


    WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/kD6ajmhvQUw


    FEATURED GUESTS:

    - MICHAEL GREEN - General Manager of the Palm Springs Cultural Center, Chair of Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, and co-owner of Triangle Inn - see: https://www.triangle-inn.com/


    - KATHY CONDON - Jorunalist, travel writer, and contributor to PSPSH's Boutiquely Palm Springs blog, and publisher of http://www.palmspringsinsiderguide.com/


    - KURT CYR - Designer, writer, mid-century modern expert, and owner and operator of Palm Springs Mod Squad Architecture & Design Tours - see: https://www.psmodsquad.com/


    Stay and Play in Sunny Palm Springs! Visit https://www.authenticpalmsprings.com/ to plan your escape!


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    43 min
  • Elsa Dixon - Sailing on the MSC Sinfonia from Venice to Cape Town

    This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer, author, and tour guide Elsa Dixon, who shares her cruising adventures on the MSC Sinfonia. This cruise started in Venice and took her to Croatia, Greece, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the Indian Ocean Islands of Mauritius, Seyechelles, and Reunion, and then to South Africa. Read her story and see her photos, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/my-epic-sail-on-the-msc-sinfonia-from-venice-to-cape-town/


    WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/1DBlg7OnA2s


    Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/


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    35 min
  • Chris Scypinski - Adobe Pines & Inn in Taos, New Mexico

    This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Thursday "New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association" Show features Christine Scypinski, owner and innkeeper of Adobe & Pines Inn Bed & Breakfast up in Taos. 


    Adobe & Pines Inn is centered around a historic 1830's adobe hacienda preserved with its original architectural elements and transformed into one of the most charming, luxurious and romantic hide-aways in the Southwest. Each room is unique with its own special charm. Guests can relax while enjoying works of fine art by Taos artists, scenic country grounds, and private patios for strolling, sitting and stargazing. Enjoy a gourmet breakfast overlooking a flower-filled courtyard, and so much more. Visit: https://adobepines.com/ 


    Stay New Mexico True and Visit: https://www.nmbba.org/


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    33 min
  • Glynn Burrows - Student and Youth Travel in England
    On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Glynn Burrows, owner of Norfolk Tours in England, talks about student and youth travel in England. Hear about the different destinations, attractions, and historic sites that connect with subjects being studied, and other fun places across the country that will appeal to solo or group travel. Read Glynn's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/student-and-youth-travel-in-england/

    Glynn appears on Big Blend Radio every fourth Saturday. More at https://norfolk-tours.co.uk/

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    55 min
  • Jefferson Highway Association Conference in Mason City
    This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Jefferson Highway" Show focuses on the upcoming Annual Jefferson Highway Association Conference happening June 7-10, 2023 in Mason City, Iowa. More about the event: https://www.jeffersonhighway.org/event-4605436

    Featured Guests:
    - Roger Bell, President of the Jefferson Highway Association
    - Sandra Huemann Kelly - Jefferson Highway Association Conference Chair
    - Lindsey James - Executive Director of Visit Mason City - https://visitmasoncityiowa.com/

    Created by the Jefferson Highway Association which was originally founded in 1915, the Jefferson Highway is an international highway, also known as "The Pines to the Palms Highway," that runs from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans, Louisiana.

    Learn more at: https://jeffersonhighway.org/ Featured music on the show is "Travel Song" by guitarist Micha Schellhaas - http://michamusic.com/

    Special thanks to the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau who represent Louisiana's Oldest City, which is also on the Jefferson Highway. See: https://www.natchitoches.com/

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    1 hr 18 min
  • DEBBIE-NASVILLEFINE
    From music to museums, and shopping to dining, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show features travel writer Debbie Stone who shares her adventures in Nashville, Tennessee. Read her story covering the Sights, Sounds & Flavors of Music City, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experience-the-sights-sounds-and-flavors-of-nashville-tennessee/

    Featured music is "Glorious, Glorious," by The Joiners. More: https://thejoinerhouse.bandcamp.com/album/glorious-glorious

    Travel writer Debbie Stone appears on Big Blend Radio every third Tuesday.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min
  • Chery Ogle - Tips for First Time International Travelers
    From packing to renewing your passport and understanding the fine print in travel documents, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station "Hey Wanna Go" Travel Show features Cheryl Ogle who shares tips for first time international travelers.

    On Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday, Cheryl is a world traveler, accredited travel advisor, and owner of Hey Wanna Go that specializes in travel to Europe and the UK, as well as river and ocean cruises. More: https://heywannago.com/

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    28 min
  • Romantic Stays in Sunny Palm Springs, California
    It's all about Romantic Stays in Sunny Palm Springs on this episode of Big Blend Radio's brand new 2nd Saturday “Sunshine Stays” Show with the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels (PSPH), a consortium an association of independently-owned boutique hotels in the desert resort community of Palm Springs, in Southern California.

    Featured Guests:
    - Kimberli Munkres - Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels - https://www.AuthenticPalmSprings.com
    - Steve Siehl - The Hacienda at Warm Sands - https://thehacienda.com/
    - Karina Castaneda - Los Arboles Hotel and El Mirasol Restaurants - https://losarboleshotel.com/ and https://www.elmirasolrest.com/

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
  • Travel Writer Linda Milks - Exploring Jordan
    This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Linda Milks who shares her adventures in Jordan.

    Hear about the Through Local Eyes Tour through the streets of Jabal al-Weibdeh, lunch at Galsoum’s Kitchen, staying in the Sharah Luxury Camp and riding camels through the desert of Wadi Rum, visiting Jerash in the northern part of Jordan, and experiencing Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Read her story and see her photos here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/five-wow-moments-in-jordan/

    Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/

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    51 min
  • 23 Must-Do Experiences in Asheville in 2023
    This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Tuesday "Adventures in Asheville" Show focuses on 23+ Must-Do Experiences in Asheville, North Carolina, in 2023. From breweries to rooftop cocktails, music stores to botanical gardens, comedy shows to historic sites, forest bathing to yoga with goats, the Biltmore Estate, and of course wildlife watching in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the scenic views along the Blue Ridge Parkway, and chasing waterfalls in Pisgah National Forest, there's something for everyone, and in all seasons.

    FEATURED GUESTS
    - Steve & Karen Wilson - The Lion and The Rose Bed & Breakfast - see: https://www.lion-rose.com/
    - Kristy Tolley - Author of "100 Things to Do in Asheville Before You Die" - see: http://www.kristytolley.com/
    - Kaye Bentley - Ashville Rooftop Bar Tours - see: https://www.ashevillerooftopbartours.com/
    - Nicole Will - Asheville Wellness Tours - see: https://ashevillewellnesstours.com/
    - Kyle Samples - LaZoom Comedy Bus Tours - see: https://www.lazoomtours.com/

    Featured music is "Paradise Falls" by Love Bubble - see: https://www.reverbnation.com/lovebubblewnc

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    2 hr

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