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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 Sep 20, 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

218. White Mountains, New Hampshire - Peaks, Pines, and Wild River Echoes
218. White Mountains, New Hampshire - Peaks, Pines, and Wild River Echoes Sep 20, 2026 672 Episode 218: White Mountains, New Hampshire — Peaks, Pines, and Wild River Echoes. Join us for a cozy, informative tour of the White Mountains, where towering peaks meet winding rivers and classic New England charm. Highlights include hiking Mount Washington for panoramic vistas, cruising the Kancamagus Highway for fall foliage, exploring Flume Gorge in Franconia Notch, and listening to the rush o
217. The Berkshires, Massachusetts - Orchards, concertos, and the hush of hills
217. The Berkshires, Massachusetts - Orchards, concertos, and the hush of hills Sep 13, 2026 673 Episode 217 of Travel Is Back explores the Berkshires, Massachusetts — orchards, concertos, and the hush of hills. Join us as we wander from Tanglewood's summer concerts to the industrial‑chic galleries of MASS MoCA and the storybook charm of the Norman Rockwell Museum. Highlights include a sunset hike up Mount Greylock for sweeping views, apple picking and cider donuts at local orchards, and an e
216. Vermont Fall Foliage Road Trip - Peak Color, Mountain Roads, and Vermont Charm
216. Vermont Fall Foliage Road Trip - Peak Color, Mountain Roads, and Vermont Charm Sep 6, 2026 682 Take a fall road trip through Vermont with Johnny Mac as Travel Is Back follows the colors from mountain passes to covered bridges, village greens, and country roads. This episode explores how to plan a foliage drive, when to go for peak color, where to slow down, and how to make room for the small towns, farms, overlooks, and local meals that give Vermont its character. You will get practical ide
215. Portland, Maine - Fog, lobster shacks, and maritime charm
215. Portland, Maine - Fog, lobster shacks, and maritime charm Sep 2, 2026 650 Join us on Travel Is Back episode 215 as we wander through fog-swept Portland, Maine, where maritime charm meets world-class seafood. We share neighborhood strolls, casual lobster shacks, and landmark lighthouse views, plus practical travel tips for first-timers. Highlights include Portland Head Light in Cape Elizabeth, the cobbled Old Port waterfront, iconic lobster shacks on Commercial Street an
214. Green Bay, Wisconsin - Green Bay's Waterfront, Game Day, and Beyond
214. Green Bay, Wisconsin - Green Bay's Waterfront, Game Day, and Beyond Aug 30, 2026 690 Discover Green Bay, Wisconsin, in this episode of Travel Is Back with Johnny Mac. Start along the Fox River and the waterfront, where the city's industrial history, public paths, parks, and downtown attractions make for an easy first look. Then get into the Green Bay Packers experience, including practical advice for visiting Lambeau Field and exploring Titletown on game day or during a quieter tr
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

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