Vacation Station

Featuring Arlene Gould and Kelli West of the Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday "Go to Natchitoches" Show is all about the 95th Annual Natchitoches Christmas Festival.

Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish) is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase Territory. Since 1927, the city is home to one of the oldest community-based holiday celebrations in the country. Starting as a one-day festival, the Natchitoches Christmas Festival has evolved into a six-week long Christmas Season. The Christmas Season begins on the Saturday before Thanksgiving and concludes on January the 6th, the Epiphany. Over 300,000 lights and 100 plus set pieces are on display every night at dusk.

More:
https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/
https://natchitoches.com/

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When seeking a destination where wilderness, wonder, and wildlife take center stage, it’s hard to top Grand County, Colorado - especially when views of surrounding peaks reach dramatic elevations over 14,000 feet. By car or boat, on foot, skiis, or snowmobiles, sky-scraping vistas attract nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show, travel writer Nancy Mueller talks about her grand three-day weekend getaway in Grand County and Rocky Mountain National Park. Read her story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/get-up-and-go-to-grand-county-colorado/

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

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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show features Beth Javens, Executive Director of Visit Kitsap who shares what there is to experience on the Kitsap Peninsula, which is just across from Seattle, and known as the Natural Side of Puget Sound. The Kitsap Peninsula is surrounded by 371 miles of shoreline and is officially part of the National Water Trails system, Washington State’s only such designation. Here one can experience an abundance of natural beauty with plenty of opportunities to enjoy safe and healthy outdoor recreational activities all year round. More: https://www.visitkitsap.com/

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

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On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Vacation Station travel show, travel writer Linda Kissam talks about her three-month sailing and fishing adventure in Alaska, exploring Ketchikan, Anan Bear and Wildlife Observatory, and Hydaburg. Read her story and see photos here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/experiencing-alaska-by-private-boat/

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On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Vacation Station" Travel Show, Travel writer Debbie Stone talks about her end-of-summer Kind Travel experience Telluride, Colorado where she hiked, experienced waterfalls, took a gondola ride through the mountains, enjoyed regional cuisine, and stayed at Lumiere with Inspirato which is part of the the hotel booking platform, KindTraveler.com. Check out her story and pictures here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/next-time-try-this-kind-of-travel/

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On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, Sherrye Wyatt shares what to experience in Whidbey and Camano Islands, as well as their new focus on becoming a transformational travel destination. Located in Washington State, Whidbey and Camano Islands are located in the middle of Puget Sound and an easy drive from Seattle. A great antidote for big city pressures, these rural islands feature wide-open beaches, scenic vistas, outdoor adventures, great art, fine dining, and more. See: https://whidbeycamanoislands.com/

For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/

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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer, photographer and filmmaker Kathleen Messmer.

From a different perspective, Kathleen presents her travel experiences with humor and appreciation for other world cultures and history, all while maintaining a small footprint. Her adventures are presented in a number of publications including her own travel journal. She is a wildlife advocate and works tirelessly to try to change the destiny of the many endangered species with whom we share our planet.

Her writing and photography can be found on https://indiespirit.live/ and her fine art photography and blog are available on https://www.kathleenmessmer.com/

Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/

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This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday Vacation Station 'Food Wine & Travel' Show with IFWTWA covers Lansing, Michigan with travel writer Amy Piper, author of the new guide book "100 Things to Do in Lansing Before You Die." Read Amy's story about what to experience in Lansing during each of the four seasons: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/loving-lansing-michigan-through-the-seasons/

Learn more about Amy's book "100 Things to Do in Lansing Before You Die" published by Reedy Press: https://www.reedypress.com/shop/100-things-to-do-in-lansing-before-you-die/

Follow Amy's adventures on her blog "Follow the Piper" https://followthepiper.com/

Thanks to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) for sponsoring this monthly Big Blend Radio show. Learn more: https://www.ifwtwa.org/

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From guided cemetery tours and the Dark Woods Haunted Attraction to the Folk Art Festival and Christmas Festival of Lights, this episode of Big Blend Radio's new 2nd Tuesday "Go Natchitoches" Show focuses on Fall Festivals, Events, Shopping, Dining, and Seasonal Activities. Featured guest is Kelli West of Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau. More: https://www.natchitoches.com/ (Note: The Meat Pie Festival mention in the interview has been cancelled for 2021.)

Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. The city features a charming historic downtown that runs along Cane River Lake, and it is home to the Cane River Creole National Historical Park, the Cane River Heritage Area, and is also the final destination of El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail.

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel Show" with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) features travel writer Mary Farah who shares her "glamping" experience at The Mohicans Treehouse Resort and Wedding Venue. Located on 75 wooded acres in the heart of the beautiful Mohican Valley, The Mohicans Treehouse Resort is a luxury resort located in Glenmont, Ohio. They have a variety of accommodations ranging from luxe treehouses to pristine cabins, plus, the Grand Barn wedding and event venue. Read Mary's article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/five-reasons-to-visit-ohios-mohicans-treehouse-resort/

Learn more about IFWTWA at https://www.ifwtwa.org/

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