Places I Remember with Lea Lane

Award-winning travel writer Lea Lane shares travel memories and travel tips with passionate travelers, travel experts, and savvy locals around the world. She has traveled to over 100 countries. Is the author of nine books, a blogger at forbes.com, and contributor to dozens of guidebooks. Smart. Fun!

https://placesirememberlealane.com/podcasts/

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episode 93: 'Showering with the Alligators': Fun Travel Tales Across The U.S.

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Step into the RV on a cross-America adventure, with guest Alexa Rossy, spirited author of Showering with the Alligators. We'll travel from the spiritual vortex of Sedona to the Rubber Duck Derby in Aspen; from the mermaids of Weeki Wachee Springs, to a life-size Noah's Ark in Kentucky...


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 September 12, 2023  20m
 
 

episode 94: The French Riviera & Monaco: Delights Along The Cote d'Azure

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We chat with  Sandrine Camila, Deputy Director at Visit Monaco, who shares recommendations on must-see attractions along the French Riviera. We talk of markets and museums in Nice, and an encounter with a young Michael Douglas at the Cannes Film Festival.

We ascend to the picturesque villages of Eze and St. Paul de Vence,  which date back to the Middle Ages...


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 September 26, 2023  20m
 
 

episode 95: Sacred Natural Sites, Experiences In The U.S.

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With Lori Erickson, author of Every Step is Home, we uncover the sacred essence within natural wonders in the U.S. -- each linked to an element such as air, water, and stone. From the Marching Bears Iowa mounds to the hallowed dirt of El Santuaro in New Mexico, to the spiritual stones at the Pipestone National Monument in Minnesota, Lori leads us on these and other journeys of discovery...


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 October 10, 2023  21m
 
 

episode 96: North Carolina: Blue Ridge, Outer Banks, Dynamic Cities -- & Pirates!

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History, mountains, beaches, cities, arts --  that's just a part of North Carolina's treasures. Wit Tuttle, Executive Director of Visit North Carolina, enlightens us with  captivating stories and insights. We talk of  the vibrant Triangle area, with the cities of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. The journey continues to the thriving city of Charlotte. On to Asheville, with the famed Biltmore house...


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 October 24, 2023  19m
 
 

episode 97: Colombia: Vibrant Culture, Natural Beauty

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Colombians Carlos Boggio and Ana Maria Matallana guide us to the pleasures of this stunning South American country, set on three coasts -- a fusion of Spanish, African, and indigenous influences  Learn of natural wonders like the Cano Cristales riverbed and the Tayrona National Park. We cover Colombian cities, filled with culture and history, including Bogota,  Cartagena, Barranquilla, Cali and Medellin...


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 November 7, 2023  24m
 
 

episode 98: The Philippines: Unspoiled Islands, Sprawling Manila, Friendly People

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We'll transport you to the heart of the Philippines with our special guest, David Haldane...


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 November 21, 2023  23m
 
 

episode 99: 100th Episode! (Part One): Best Travel Memories From Places I Remember

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We're celebrating our 100th episode with a two-part series! We've handpicked favorites from past guests, in this double-sized episode with tales from every corner of the globe...


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 December 5, 2023  39m
 
 

episode 100: 100th Episode (Part 2): Memories From King Tut's Tomb To A Russian Jet Chase

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Part Two of our 100th episode transports you across the globe, to explore memorable adventures, as shared by our remarkable guests: from the rich culture of Guatemala; the allure of Scotland; the intrigue of a hidden Rembrandt during World War II in the Netherlands; to Panamanians, who embrace the elderly...


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 December 19, 2023  44m
 
 

episode 101: South Africa: Cape Town And The Best Road Trips

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Get set for an exhilarating journey through South Africa's most awe-inspiring landscapes, as Andrei Von Ketz,  director at Drive South Africa Car Rental Company, takes us on a virtual road trip.

We first cover the Cape Town area, from the haunting echoes of Nelson Mandela's imprisonment at Robben Island to the vibrant Victoria & Albert Waterfront, home to the largest museum of contemporary African art...


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 January 2, 2024  23m
 
 

episode 102: Croatia: Aegean Islands, Ancient Culture, Natural Wonders, Plus Dubrovnik, Zagreb, Split

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Discover Croatia's allures with travel experts  Leila Krešić-Jurić  and Antonia Urlic,
as we traverse the nation's vibrant history and culture. From ancient cities to contemporary charms, we uncover the reasons behind Croatia's soaring popularity. The 'Pearl of the Adriatic', Dubrovnik, unveils its deep cultural significance and Game of Thrones fame, and a thriving culinary scene...


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 February 6, 2024  25m