Whether you’re visiting the Empire City for the first time or the fifth time, this is one destination where you will always be spoiled for choice.  And for that very reason, it’s always good to have a plan.  Today, Angie Orth is back with New York native and travel guide author Pauline Frommer. The author of the best-selling Frommer's EasyGuide to New York City and Frommer's New York City Day by Day is here to share her top 5 insider tips for visiting NYC.  You’ll learn where you can get great views of the city without having to deal with crowds. She shares her favorite neigh ..read more

When you get bitten by the roadside-attraction bug, stopping to see these unique structures, and learning the stories behind them, can quickly become an obsession.  But with such a big country to explore and countless highways to cover, it can be a bit overwhelming to know where to start.  Today, Angie Orth is back with roadside-attraction expert Valerie Bromann. The  founder of the blog Silly America shares her top tips and favorite stops for exploring the wacky and wonderful on your next road trip.   You’ll hear about some of Valerie’s favorite roadside attraction ..read more

Do you ever wonder how big the World’s Largest Ball of Twine actually is? Have you ever been curious about all those strong and unreasonably tall muffler men standing outside of gas stations along Route 66? If you answered “Yes!” to either of these, then your curiosity has probably steered you toward the exit signs of many of America’s weird and wonderful roadside attractions.    Today, Angie Orth welcomes Valerie Bromann. As an avid road-tripper who has visited hundreds of roadside attractions, she always pulls over for a ‘world’s largest’ anything. This curiosity inspired he ..read more

Traveling solo is exhilarating! But while the narratives that you encounter on social media may all look perfect, planning with safety and comfort in mind can make or break any trip.  Safety is paramount, and the more you do in advance to prepare for the unknowns, the better you’ll feel going into it. The outcome can often depend on how prepared you are for your next solo voyage. For smart solo travelers, laying the groundwork during the planning phase makes all the difference.  Today, Angie Orth shares her top 5 safety tips for avoiding potential disasters when you’re hitting the ..read more

Do you love to travel, but don’t love waiting on other people to commit? Do you feel like you often have to skip things you’re interested in because your travel partner(s) aren’t interested in the same experiences?   Then the biggest trend in travel might be just what you’re looking for. Solo travel is on the rise. So if you’ve been flirting with the idea of hitting that “book now” button, without having to coordinate with others or compromise on what you really want to see and do, then this episode is for you! Today, Angie Orth shares the many joys of solo travel, and why this on ..read more

So you’ve made up your mind: Jamaica is your next beach vacation. In our previous episode with Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, we traveled to the best beaches and whet your appetite for Jamaican jerk, beef patties, and of course, rum punch.  Today, Angie Orth welcomes journalist and photographer Kris Griffiths to talk about another very important part of Jamaican culture, reggae music. Specifically, the influence of the legendary Bob Marley. As a fan of Marley and his cultural legacy, Griffiths is here to share everything you need to know about visiting Jamaica, especially for all the Bob Marley ..read more

So you’ve made up your mind: Jamaica is your next beach vacation.. In our previous episode with Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, we traveled to the best beaches and whet your appetite for Jamaican jerk, beef patties, and of course, rum punch.  Today, Angie Orth welcomes journalist and photographer Ken Griffiths to talk about another very important part of Jamaican culture, reggae music. Specifically, the influence of the legendary Bob Marley. As a fan of Marley and his cultural legacy, Griffiths is here to share everything you need to know about visiting Jamaica, especially for all the Bob Marley ..read more

Craving a beach vacation that’s not too far from home? There are many places where you can dig your toes into the sand and experience a breathtaking sunset. But if you also want to move to the beats of reggae and sip a fruity rum punch, then the beautiful island of Jamaica is calling your name. Today, Angie Orth welcomes Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, a.k.a. JetSetSarah. She’s a writer, editor, on-screen host, and self-described “Carivangelist” who shares the culture, lifestyle, and personalities of the Caribbean. She’s here to tell you everything you need to know about planning a trip to her favori ..read more

Astrotourism is trending, and for good reason. The skies above us are magical places where things are happening all the time. Every once in a while, major events take place that are definitely worth putting on the calendar, even traveling for.  But you can’t go if you’re not in the know.   Today, Angie Orth is back with travel and space tourism writer Valerie Stimac. In our previous episode, we talked about astrotourism and some of the most spectacular shows in the sky, from comets to meteors to the famous Aurora Borealis. This week, we’re revealing our list of the top 5 most ..read more

Everyone looks forward to a vacation. But did you ever think about looking up?  Countless spectacular events take place in the skies above us. From magnificent meteor showers to the amazing auroras that blanket the North and South Poles, these natural phenomena are unforgettable experiences. So, why not build a travel itinerary that includes seeing something out of this world?  Today, Angie Orth welcomes travel and space tourism writer Valerie Stimac. Having spent her formative years in Alaska admiring the northern lights each winter, she naturally became interested in all kinds of ..read more