In light of our nation's historic election of President Barack Obama as the first African-American President and in honor of Black History Month and the Civil Rights movement, Travel'n On will dedicate all its February shows to destinations that are historically relevant. On tonight's show we will travel to Atlantic City to visit the Civil Rights Garden in all its grandeur. Then we'll talk to historian Valerie Cunningham about Portsmouth, New Hampshire's Black Heritage Trail. Finally, we will visit a new Black History museum in Idaho--the only museum of its kind in the Pacific Northwest.

Romance is in the air with Travel'n On contributors Kathy Newbern and J.S. Fletcher who will join the show to talk about their romance cruise aboard the Rudy Princess Cruise on Valentines. Founders of YourNovel.com, Kathy and Fletcher will discuss The Language of Love abroad the ship. Also, January marks National Bald Eagle Watch Month and we will visit with the folks from Idaho Tourism to talk about the activities that have been arranged to learn more about our national symbol. Finally, if you traveled to Washington, D.C. for the Inauguration of President Barack Obama we would love to hear your stories. How did the Inauguration of this remarkable man affect you? What sites did you visit while in Washington, D.C.? What is the perception of the Inauguration in your home town? Join us to discuss this historic event.

Eighty-five percent? That's the percentage of travelers in the U.S. who use a vehicle other than an airplane when they travel and, until now, there has never been a one-stop road trip planning tool. Chicke Fitzgerald, the “Guru of Travel Distribution” and CEO of Leisure Logic, joins Travel'n On to talk about the RoadTrip Wizard™, an intelligent advice engine, mapping and routing tool that taps into a searchable database of nearly 5 million points of interest and events across the country and generates recommendations based on a broad range of user provided criteria.

Mexico has long been a top travel destination and now readers can experience a panoramic vision of Mexico through the eyes of Mexico's finest contemporary writers of fiction and literary prose. Travel'n On will be joined by C.M. Mayo, editor of Mexico: A Traveler's Literary Companion, a compilation of rich and diverse short stories--many translated in English for the first time--that reveal Mexico in all of its splendor, variety and people.

Travel is a gift you give yourself and plunging right in is often the best way and despite all the gloomy economic news, right now might be a good time to take a sabbatical. Join us as we talk to author, David Lowe, about his tips for traveling abroad for an extended period of time.

Join hosts Tonya and Ian Fitzpatrick for a lively discussion with Renita Hosler from the American Red Cross. Renita will share her experiences as a disaster relief volunteer coordinator and what it takes to volunteer for both domestic and international disaster relief service.

Tonya and Ian will continue their discussion with civil rights attorney, Christine Bischoff, as she recounts her recent civil rights road trip through Alabama, Mississippi and Louisana. Last week, Christine shared her experiences and insights as she traveled through Birmingham, Selma and Montgomery, Alabama. This week Travel'n On will pick up on Christine's journey through Philadelphia, MS, the Mississippi Delta, Oxford, MS and New Orleans. Join us for a thought provoking discussion.

Join us for a conversation with fellow traveler, Christine Bischoff, as she shares stories from her recent road trip that took her along the paths of the civil rights experience.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to take a year off from your life to travel? Join us as we speak to Nigel Allom, our friend from Australia, who is embarking on a year-long adventure through North America. This is Nigel's second year-long travel'n adventure. We will also share any updates on obtaining tickets to the Presidential Inaugural events.

If you're planning to travel to Washington DC for the Presidential Inauguration you do not want to miss this show. Ian and Tonya will tell you how to obtain tickets to the Swearing In Ceremony and other events and you'll also learn what you should do if you're interested in participating in the Inaugural Parade. Also, Travel'n On contributor Marsha Dubrow has just returned from Memphis and she will share some insights about the Stax Museum that is featured in the new Bernie Mack film "Soul Men".