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Travel Is Back: 8 Minutes. One Destination. Let's Go!

Travel Is Back: 8 Minutes. One Destination. Let's Go!

Caloroga Shark Media / Travel Guides and Tips 202 Episodes Aug 23, 2026

Each week, host Johnny Mac takes listeners on a quick eight-minute journey to a different destination, from the Pacific Northwest to Route 66, Hawaiian volcanoes, and New England in autumn. The show focuses on real travel stories without luxury resort promotions or sponsored content, aiming to inspire listeners to book a flight. Popular episodes cover cities like San Diego, Chicago, Nashville, Montreal, and Las Vegas. The podcast is produced by Caloroga Shark Media and includes an ad-free option.

Episodes

213. Detroit, Michigan - Motor City melodies, grit, and renaissance
213. Detroit, Michigan - Motor City melodies, grit, and renaissance Aug 23, 2026 686 Join us for Travel Is Back episode 213 as we explore Detroit, Michigan — Motor City melodies, grit, and a modern renaissance. This warm, conversational guide covers things to do in Detroit, practical travel tips, and the flavors that make the city sing. Highlights include the Motown Museum for music history, the Detroit Institute of Arts for world-class galleries, Eastern Market for local food and
212. Mackinac Island, Michigan - Bicycles, Forts, and Great Lakes Time Travel
212. Mackinac Island, Michigan - Bicycles, Forts, and Great Lakes Time Travel Aug 16, 2026 683 Travel Is Back visits Mackinac Island, Michigan, for a practical Great Lakes getaway built around the ferry ride, historic downtown, bicycles, Fort Mackinac, Arch Rock, quiet island roads, trails, local food, and the famous fudge shops. Johnny Mac walks through how to plan the visit, how to get around without a car, when to go, what to pack, and how to balance the busy waterfront with the quieter
211. Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes, Michigan - Where cherries meet endless sand and sky
211. Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes, Michigan - Where cherries meet endless sand and sky Aug 9, 2026 718 Episode 211: Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes, Michigan — Where cherries meet endless sand and sky. Join us for a warm, practical guide to this lakeshore jewel, from farm-to-table meals to wind-swept dune hikes. Highlights include Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, Old Mission Peninsula wineries, and the Traverse City Cherry Festival, giving you a mix of
210. Going-to-the-Sun Road, Montana - Sunlit switchbacks over ancient glacier scars
210. Going-to-the-Sun Road, Montana - Sunlit switchbacks over ancient glacier scars Aug 2, 2026 548 Episode 210: Going-to-the-Sun Road, Montana - Sunlit switchbacks over ancient glacier scars invites you on one of America’s most dramatic scenic drives through Glacier National Park. We walk you through planning the perfect day trip, with highlights that include Logan Pass at the high alpine crest, the cascading Weeping Wall on the east approach, the Hidden Lake Overlook trail, and the iconic Wild
209. Blue Ridge Parkway - Blue Ridge Mists and Winding Roads
209. Blue Ridge Parkway - Blue Ridge Mists and Winding Roads Aug 2, 2026 595 Join us on Travel Is Back episode 209 as we cruise the Blue Ridge Parkway, a legendary scenic drive where mists cradle the mountains and winding roads reveal waterfalls, overlooks and small-town charm. We highlight must-see stops including Mabry Mill’s postcard-perfect waterwheel, the rhododendron blooms at Craggy Gardens, the plunging cascades of Linville Falls, and the high-point views from Moun
208. Route 66 Part 3 - Arizona to Santa Monica - Sunbaked Highways to Oceanfront Dreams
208. Route 66 Part 3 - Arizona to Santa Monica - Sunbaked Highways to Oceanfront Dreams Jul 29, 2026 339 Join us for Travel Is Back episode 208, “Route 66 Part 3 - Arizona to Santa Monica - Sunbaked Highways to Oceanfront Dreams,” as we chase neon and desert sunsets from Winslow to the Pacific. This episode guides you through iconic Route 66 landmarks and local flavors, with highlights including Standin’ on the Corner Park in Winslow, Delgadillo’s Snow Cap Drive-In in Seligman for burgers and shakes,
207. Route 66 Part 2 - Texas Panhandle to Albuquerque - From Dusty Panhandle to Neon Albuquerque
207. Route 66 Part 2 - Texas Panhandle to Albuquerque - From Dusty Panhandle to Neon Albuquerque Jul 29, 2026 312 Episode 207 of Travel Is Back, Route 66 Part 2 - Texas Panhandle to Albuquerque: From Dusty Panhandle to Neon Albuquerque, is a warm, road-trip guide through one of America’s most iconic stretches. We take you from the windblown quads of the Texas Panhandle into the neon glow of Central Avenue in Albuquerque, with practical travel tips, tasty food stops, and landmark detours to plan into your itin
206. Route 66 Part 1 - Chicago to Oklahoma City - From Chicago's Edge to Oklahoma's Dusty Dreams
206. Route 66 Part 1 - Chicago to Oklahoma City - From Chicago's Edge to Oklahoma's Dusty Dreams Jul 29, 2026 602 206. Route 66 Part 1 - Chicago to Oklahoma City - From Chicago's Edge to Oklahoma's Dusty Dreams guides you along the first unforgettable stretch of America’s Main Street, blending history, food, and practical travel tips for road-trippers. We start at the iconic Route 66 Begin sign at Adams & Michigan in Chicago, cruise past the Gemini Giant in Wilmington, and dig into a Cozy Dog corn dog in Spri
205. Tybee Island, Georgia - Tybee tides, lighthouse echoes, coastal calm
205. Tybee Island, Georgia - Tybee tides, lighthouse echoes, coastal calm Jul 26, 2026 488 Episode 205 of Travel Is Back drifts into Tybee Island, Georgia — Tybee tides, lighthouse echoes, coastal calm — a friendly guide to one of the Southeast’s most charming barrier islands. We walk you through highlights including the Tybee Island Light Station & Museum, sunrise from the Pier, dolphin-watching cruises, and a marsh-paddle at low tide. You’ll get practical travel tips on parking and pe
204. Newport, Rhode Island - Gilded Mansions, Salt Air, Timeless Sails
204. Newport, Rhode Island - Gilded Mansions, Salt Air, Timeless Sails Jul 26, 2026 595 Episode 204 brings you to Newport, Rhode Island — where gilded mansions meet salt air and timeless sails. Join us for a warm, practical guide to this coastal classic, with highlights like The Breakers mansion, the Cliff Walk's ocean views, Fort Adams' historic harbor fortifications, Thames Street's lively restaurants and shops, and sailboats drifting in Newport Harbor. We share travel tips on timi
203. Moab, Utah - Where Red Arches Meet Endless Sky
203. Moab, Utah - Where Red Arches Meet Endless Sky Jul 19, 2026 588 Episode 203: Moab, Utah - Where Red Arches Meet Endless Sky takes you straight into the heart of red rock country with practical tips, tasty stops, and landmark adventures. We walk you through Arches National Park and the iconic Delicate Arch sunset hike, pedal the legendary Slickrock Trail for mountain biking thrills, and point out panoramic overlooks at Canyonlands and Dead Horse Point. Highligh
202. Charleston, South Carolina - Cobblestones, Sea Breeze, Southern Storytelling
202. Charleston, South Carolina - Cobblestones, Sea Breeze, Southern Storytelling Jul 12, 2026 607 Step into the heart of the Lowcountry with Johnny Mac as he explores Charleston, South Carolina — a city where cobblestone streets, antebellum architecture, and Southern hospitality create an unforgettable travel experience. From strolling the historic Battery and touring the Edmondston-Alston House to shopping on King Street and savoring shrimp and grits at a local favorite, this episode covers e

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