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Washington Post Travel News
Consumer oriented. Three weekly columns - Travel Q. and A., Travel Tips, and Extreme Travel Trivia. Television and Radio Programs on the Air
America's Historic Trails with Tom Bodett
"Writer and humorist Tom Bodett takes viewers along on thirteen half-hour car trips as he retraces significant, story-packed trails of early America. Along the way, he talks to museum curators, parks guides, horsemen, saddle makers, priests, cafe owners and others --adding his own candid observations about these treasured places." Check here for stations near you.
Cafe to Go - Canada in 30 Days
Wide ranging look at Canada coast to coast. A television travelogue. Still seems to be in production.
Destination Thailand
Unique and beautiful places to visit throughout Thailand and neighboring countries. Luxury hotels, jungle escapes, beachside resorts and mountain hideaways. On Thailand's Channel 11, every Thursday at 8:30.
Savvy Traveler
Hosted by Rudy Maxa. Travel tips, travel update, deal of the week. Rudy takes questions from callers. Carried on National Public Radio. Check here for stations near you.
The Travel Hour
BBC. Coverage of travel in France Italy and Spain. They have a link up to earn special college credit. Aired in February. Check with BBC for next air dates.
The Traveler's Journal
Two-minute audio programs broadcast daily on public radio stations, and carried around the world on the Armed Forces Radio Network.
Travel Asia and Beyond
A weekly half hour show recorded on location at five star hotels or resorts, on cruise ships, in trains or in an exotic location somewhere in the Asia Pacific region. They broadcast on Star Plus and Star World. Showtimes are towards bottom of page. They also broadcast on a cable channel in Thailand, channel 36?
Travels in Europe with Rick Steves
"Expert traveler Rick Steves leads the way as your own personal tour guide, offering valuable insights and plenty of tips for hassle free, memorable travel." Check here for stations near you.
Travels in Mexico and the Caribbean with Shari Belafonte
To begin airing spring of 1999. Check with your local National Public Broadcasting station for times.