Podcasts

Each segment will be told from my perspective as a Canadian travelling the world.

Listen to the clips below. If you have any topic suggestions or comments, email me at voyagewriters@gmail.com. 

Featured Podcasts

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Flying for Flavour Podcast

Listen as Lori Sweet of Voyage Writers chats with Stephanie and Cynthia of Flying For Flavour about wine, travel and the Prince Edward County area of Ontario.

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Travel Fuels Life Podcast

Lori and Sylvio of VoyageWriters.com discuss all things Galapagos. Ever thought about taking a trip there? They’ve got some great advice from their own travels and will help you avoid some mistakes you could potentially make.

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The Kingstonian – Talking Travel

Contemplating a vacation sometime soon? Listen to this podcast where Lori was interviewed about all things travel. She talks about packing tips, how to plan a trip and much more.

Podcast Clips

Wine and Winter

Wine and Winter…you’re  probably thinking these two don’t together! Click on the audio clip and have a listen…I’ll tell you how they do.

Travel Tips and Tricks

After many years of travelling by train, plane, car and motorcoach, I’ve learned a trick  or two to make travel smoother! Click on the audio clip below and have a listen…I’ll share a few with  you.

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Victoria British Columbia

Is British Columbia’s capital city worth the effort to get there? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll tell you why I think it is.

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Kingston

“Where are you from?” It’s a question I’m asked as I travel. I am always happy to say that I am from Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Click on the audio clip, and I’ll tell you why Kingston is a great place to live and visit.

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Unique Things to Do in Toronto

Toronto, Ontario, Canada is a city many people seem to have heard of no matter where you travel in the world. Did you know there is more to do in Toronto than visit the famous Toronto Zoo and the CN Tower? Click on the audio clip, and I will tell you about three unique things to do when you visit. 

Coffee Culture

What can you learn about a place by visiting a local coffee shop? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll spill the beans on this concept. 

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Finding a Bathroom when you Travel

Besides eating, drinking and sleeping, what is another “wee “thing we all need to think about when we travel. Click on the audio clip, and I’ll help you out with this. 

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Air Travel Tips and Tricks

With the number of people travelling by plane increasing each year, so does the frustration. Click on the audio clip, and I’ll give you some suggestions on how to make the experience go smoother and be more enjoyable.

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How to Make the Most of a Short Trip

We often think we need a week or more in any one place to make it worthwhile to visit. You can get an excellent overview of a place even if you only have 24 hours. Click on the audio clip, and I will explain how to do just that.

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Booking Your Own Flights

Travel certainly has changed over the last few years. Many people now book their own travel, including flights, rather than booking through a travel agent. Click on the audio clip, and I will let you know about some things you should be aware of when booking your own flights.

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Road-trip Tips for Driving thru another Country 

Are you planning on renting a car for a road trip in another country? It’s a great way to travel, but there are some things you need to know before you start that trip. Click on the audio clip, and I will let you know what they are. 

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How to Do NYC for Less

NYC, Gotham, The Big Apple. Most people recognize these as being nicknames for New York City. Want to visit but shudder to think of the cost? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll let you how to do New York City without breaking the bank. 

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4 Reasons Visiting Canada in the Late Winter/Early Spring is a Must!

People often think about taking holidays in Canada in the warmer months, but what about late winter and early spring? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll give you four reasons why that’s a great time to visit.

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Losing the Crowds: Travelling During the Off-Season

Photos that include the whole structure, leisurely people watching at a cafe, just you and the Mona Lisa. How does that sound? What about lower airfare and accommodation costs? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll let you know how this is possible and more. 

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Bordeaux France

Bordeaux, Is it wine, a region, a city or all three? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll give you the answer to that question. 

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Burgundy France

When you hear the word burgundy, what do you think of? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll tell you why a trip to the Burgundy region of France should be on your bucket list. 

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Road Trip to Canada’s East Coast

Canada, The True North strong and free! You know you want to visit, but where do you start? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll give you tips on how to visit the eastern part of this vast and beautiful country.

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New Orleans

What American city steeped in history and culture just celebrated their 300th birthday? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll tell you the name of this vibrant city. 

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Travelling with Carry-on Luggage

Does the thought of travelling with just carryon luggage make you anxious? Click on the audio clip, and I will talk about how to do it and why it will change the way you travel. 

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Gaspésie Peninsula, Quebec

Bienvenue! Welcome to the province of Quebec, Canada. Click on the audio clip, and

I’ll tell you about one of Quebec’s most popular tourism regions. 

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Granville Island Brewing

When you hear the phrase “Good Beer + good people=It’s good to be here.”, Where do you think of? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll tell you about one of the places I like to visit. 

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Boston Massachusetts 

Have you ever visited a state capital that has an official dessert? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll tell you about one of these places and its dessert claim to fame. 

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St John’s Newfoundland

Welcome to The Rock! If you’re not familiar with that saying… I’m talking about Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada’s easterly most province. If you have not had the opportunity to visit or you’re thinking of visiting again, click on the audio clip, and I’ll give you several reasons why you should. 

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Tour vs Self-guided trip

Is there a trip in your future? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll help you choose between booking an organized tour or a self-guided holiday. 

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Travel Insurance

When we think of travel, insurance is not the first thing that comes to mind. Click on the audio clip, and I’ll tell you why it should always be on your travel preparation list.

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Tips for Attending a Travel Show

Have you ever attended one of the large Travel and Adventure Shows? These are the ones where several hundred companies represent countries, experiences and products from around the world. Click on the audio clip, and I will give you some tips about how to make the most of your time at one of these informative events. 

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Vegas: Not just for Gamblers

Does a vision of gambling come to mind when you hear Las Vegas mentioned? There is so much more to do in Las Vegas than gambling. Click on the audio clip, and I’ll share some of the highlights of Las Vegas. 

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Vienna, Austria

What do Beethoven, Freud and coffee houses all have in common? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll give you some highlights of Vienna, Austria. 

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Sea to Sky Gondola-Squamish BC

Travel along scenic Highway 99 less than an hour from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and what will you find? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll share highlights of this worthwhile stop 

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Festivals

Music, food and fun are all something we want more of. Click on the audio clip, and I’ll talk about festivals, fairs and community get-togethers.

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Travel to Hot Destinations when it is hot at home

Do you like the heat? Have you considered travelling to a warm-weather destination when it’s hot where you live? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll talk about the pros and cons of this kind of travel.  

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Unique Things to Do in Kingston Ontario

Like many historic cities, Kingston, Ontario, Canada is full of unique things to do. Click on the audio clip, and I’ll share a number of novel things to do there. 

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Packing Tips

Like many historic cities, Kingston, Ontario, Canada is full of unique things to do. Click on the audio clip, and I’ll share a number of novel things to do there. 

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Advantages of taking a cruise

Going on a cruise is a popular way to travel. Click on the audio clip, and I’ll share some of the advantages of taking a cruise. 

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Ecuador

The equator runs through three South American countries. Click on the audio clip, and I’ll tell you about one of these colourful countries. 

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Food and Culture

When you travel, do you take the opportunity to taste the local food? Click on the audio clip, and I’ll talk about why it’s a great way to learn about a place.

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Travel Without Leaving Home

We all come from somewhere; large city, small town, rural village. But do you really know your hometown? Click on the audio clip and I’ll talk about why you can and should travel without leaving home.

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Prince Edward Island

Have you had a chance to discover what Canada’s smallest province has to offer? If not, click on the audio clip, and I’ll tell you why a visit to Prince Edward Island should be on your list.

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 Halifax, Nova Scotia

Where would you go to learn about some of Canada’s maritime history? I would head to Halifax, Nova Scotia. Click on the audio clip, and I’ll tell you why I’d visit this city. 

 If you have any topic suggestions or comments, email me at voyagewriters@gmail.com. 

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