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The Traveler's Journal offers 4 primary features:


An archive of more than 1000 Traveler's Journal "audio travel guides."

Heard daily for a decade on public radio stations across the country and the Armed Forces radio network around the world, these two-minute "travel post cards" will transport you to destinations near and far, provide you with helpful travel tips, help you squeeze more miles from your travel budgets, and help you come home healthy, happy, and wise.


An on-going collection of 445 published travel articles covering a world of destinations, cruise trips, and travel insights.


An on-going selection of 8814 press releases issued by travel associations and travel suppliers from around the world.


A ever-growing gallery of Gigapixel panoramas of the world's great cities and landscapes (see below).

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Search The Traveler’s Journal archives for episode transcripts.





 


Gigapixel Panoramas of the World's Cities 

 

The Pittsburgh Gigapanorama (click on image to view full gigapan) 

Recognizing the unprecedented possibilities of GigaPan technology to capture, archive and display urban environments, photographers around the world are shooting high resolution panoramas of the cities they love. You can find a growing album of these amazing interactive images at www.gigananorama.org, but The Traveler's Journal displays a new and exceptional example here each week. 

This week's featured gigapanorama: Las Vegas strip

Album of previously featured cities

Featured Travel Articles (445 Online)

The Traveler's Journal travel articles are written and hosted by David Bear, travel editor emeritus of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. These columns and articles have appeared in newspapers across North America. You can access these travel articles by scrolling our lists or using the search feature. 

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A Place Apart
01-15-2012

Primland, a Virginia sporting resort, features the rustic as well as the elegant

Bridge walk over the gorge
11-27-2011

We now can stroll over New River Gorge express 363 days a year

We tackle Big Cedar Resort and the Bass Pro Shops
06-12-2011

Fair evaluations of a destination are difficult when the conditions are extreme.

Watching our son shine in Santa Monica
03-31-2011

Although my evidence is personal, I suspect parental curiosity motivates many journeys

Door-way to Cape Cod of the Midwest
07-25-2010

Peninsula in Lake Michigan makes lovely summer retreat

Getting Gaudi in Barcelona
03-21-2010

Architect Antoni Gaudi's vision left mark on Barcelona

At Sea in the Lap of Luxury
03-17-2010

According to the experts, when it comes to luxury at sea, the Europa is as good as it gets

The Many Mansions of Marrakesh
01-17-2010

"Colored cottons hang in air, Charming cobras in the square, striped djellebas we can wear at home"

Visit to the38th Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
11-01-2009

For nine days in early October, 550 hot air balloons took flight at the 38th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta SPECIAL VIDEO FEATURE

Naming Mount Obama - An Antiguan Adoration
08-23-2009

It is always a notable event when a politician from one nation is moved to confer such a tangible honor on a living politician from another country. Special slideshow from this event.

Antigua, Barbuda brim with enchantment
08-23-2009

The beach is only the beginning.

Visiting New York's High Line
06-28-2009

The Big Apple's newest vantage point is arguably the nation's most ambitious rails-to-trails project.

Casual Anguilla harbors miles of superb beaches
06-03-2009

FLASH - Selected by The Caribbean Tourism Organization as the “Best Newspaper Feature" and "Best of Show"

Appreciating the Pacific beaches where el Nino and la Nina come to shore
04-05-2009

Situated on the southwest coast of the Baja Peninsula near the Tropic of Cancer, the town of Todos Santos boasts half a dozen magnificently wild beaches. Watch special video

At home on the Sea of Cortez
02-16-2009

The American Safari Quest provides an intimate experience that expands notions of luxury at sea. See special video presentation.

We come to Bury St. Edmunds ... and to praise it
12-07-2008

Cambridge is the quintessential university town, but other attractions aplenty await visitors in the surrounding English countryside

Where the wild things are
08-24-2008

Life is a safari for animals and humans at large wildlife preserve in Ohio. See special video presentation.

A Shropshire sojourn
03-31-2008

To our left, a pair of perfect parabolas arched across the broad green fields, iridescent croquet hoops complete end to end with six bands of color from violet to red.

Put hoodoos on to-do list
04-08-2007

If you're in Santa Fe or Albuquerque, check out Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks, a remarkable geological formation along Interstate 25.

Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village pay tribute to American experience
07-23-2006

The Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village bills itself as "America's Greatest History Attraction," and ranks as the nation's largest indoor-outdoor museum

Rome in a Day
10-30-2005

One of the best ways to see a new city is in the company of a knowledgeable someone who lives there.

 

 

 

Featured Travel Releases

3 Days in Dubai

01-23-2012

In search of Pura Vida

09-13-2011

A great way to see Hawaii before you arrive.

07-27-2011

An album of excellent African wildlife videos

07-27-2011


Recent Travel Releases (8814 Online)

Hotels, airlines, cruise companies, travel agencies, tour operators, adventure travel outfitters, local visitor and convention bureaus, state and national tourism offices all regularly release press information meant to promote themselves to the traveling public. You will find updates about big changes, travel guidebooks, travel books, travel events, travel tips, exotic trips, and everyday bargains. It is indeed news you can use. You can access these travel press releases by scrolling our lists or using the search feature.

Travel and Tour World - Date: 04.02.2012

02-04-2012

Consumer Traveler Today: Feb 4

02-04-2012

Farmer in the Garden

02-03-2012

Consumer Traveler Today: Feb 3

02-03-2012

Celebrate President’s Day Weekend with Abe, Ike

02-03-2012

The Castle at Adare Manor Hotel & Golf Resort Announces the “St. Patrick's Day Weekend Escape”

02-03-2012

8-Day Self-Guided Cycling Tour from Pure Adventures Encompasses Four Corners of Central Europe

02-03-2012

Hong Kong's Upper House’s Café Gray Deluxe Launches Red Roses Afternoon Tea

02-03-2012

Travel And Tour World : February 2012 Issue

02-03-2012

TRO TravelGram: Feb 3

02-03-2012

Luck of the Irish

02-02-2012

Middle Salmon Whitewater Wellness Weeks

02-02-2012

Float Mom Down the Grand Canyon This Mother's Day

02-02-2012

“Romance in the Mountains” Valentine’s Celebration of Love

02-02-2012

Consumer Traveler Today: Feb 2

02-02-2012

Québec City Travel News

02-02-2012

TRO TravelGram: Feb 2

02-02-2012

Americans Can Study at Oxford University This Summer

02-02-2012

Deals: Up To 52% Off Mexico and Caribbean Beach Resorts

02-02-2012

CruiseCompete Releases February 2012 CruiseTrends™ Report and 2012 Cruise Index™

02-02-2012

Surprise That Special Someone With A Romantic Getaway This Valentine's Day...

02-02-2012

RAINS ACROSS EAST AFRICA BRING NEW LIFE, OPTIMISM AND RELIEF FROM THE HEAT

02-01-2012

GROUP TRAVEL - Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, Italy & Eastern Europe

02-01-2012

Consumer Traveler Today: Feb 1

02-01-2012

TRO TravelGram: Feb 1

02-01-2012

Whistler Vibe - February 2012

02-01-2012

February Travel News from Israel

02-01-2012

Greenloons Dispels Confusion about Eco-Certification

02-01-2012

Austin-Lehman Adventures‚ "Sensational Seven Cycling Routes of Europe"

02-01-2012

Don’t miss these great savings

01-31-2012

Guaranteed Departures on Escorted Tours to Ireland, Italy, Scotland and England

01-31-2012

Make It Memorable!

01-31-2012

Consumer Traveler Today:Jan 31

01-31-2012

TRO TravelGram: Jan 31

01-31-2012

TEL AVIV NAMED BEST LGBT CITY IN THE WORLD

01-31-2012

Northern Lights Peak Nearer Than You Think

01-31-2012

Spring Break in Paris and Nice is only $665

01-31-2012

Celebrate Virginia’s Historic Garden Week in the Richmond Region

01-31-2012

Take a Virtual Reality Cruise on Cruises-N-More YouTube Channel

01-31-2012

Oasis Hotels & Resorts Offers An Amenity With A Distinct Cool Factor...

01-31-2012

Monte-Carlo Ballet Debuts at The Joyce in February

01-31-2012

Auberge Saint-Antoine makes a fresh start in 2012!

01-31-2012

Consumer Traveler Today: Jan30

01-30-2012

TRO TravelGram: Jan 30

01-30-2012

1,600-YEAR-OLD BYZANTINE BATHHOUSE DISCOVERED NEAR JERUSALEM

01-30-2012

A SOUTH PACIFIC WEDDING

01-30-2012

Consumer Traveler Today: Jan 29

01-29-2012

Consumer Traveler Today: Weekend what we’re reading: Jan 28

01-28-2012

Consumer Traveler Today: Jan 27

01-27-2012

TRO TravelGram: Jan 27

01-27-2012

Yosemite Winter Escapes from $59

01-27-2012

PASSAGE TO AFRICA: THINKING LIKE A SERENGETI WILDEBEEST

01-26-2012

Cycling Tours Encompassing Giro d’Italia Race Highlights

01-26-2012

See Atlanta's best shows for less

01-26-2012

Enjoy 10% Off Villa Rates at La Samanna

01-26-2012

Consumer Traveler Today: Jan 26

01-26-2012

Caribbean, Mexico, Costa Rica Spring Deals

01-26-2012

Regent Seven Seas Cruises

01-26-2012

TRO TravelGram: Jan 26

01-26-2012

The Perfect Sanctuary For Families Vacationing In Cancun

01-26-2012

DALLAS ROMANTIC, BUBBLY-FILLED DEALS FOR VALENTINE’S DAY

01-26-2012

Valentine’s Day Lasts All Winter in Door County

01-26-2012

There's no posturing in Manitoba!

01-26-2012

Amelia Island Expands “Free Night, Any Night” Deals in 2012

01-26-2012

Bring Your Pet On This Year's Florida Vacation...

01-26-2012

Forever Resorts Waterways

01-26-2012

Consumer Traveler Today: Jan 25

01-25-2012

Moab, Utah - High Ropes Course Adventure

01-25-2012

15th Edition of the Historic Monte-Carlo Rally!

01-25-2012

Romancing, Mating and Marrying with Ecoventura

01-25-2012

TRO TravelGram: Jan 25

01-25-2012

Club Med - 50% off

01-25-2012

Live like an Olympian in Whistler; enter the Whistler Sabbatical Project

01-25-2012

Take The Family To Ireland This Summer From $999

01-25-2012

Be Our Guest On A Luxury Cruise With Butler Service

01-25-2012

PHILADELPHIA: A “GREENE COUNTRIE TOWNE”

01-25-2012

Parc Double Bonus Waikiki

01-24-2012

Take the Kids to Italy

01-24-2012

Consumer Traveler Today: Jan 24

01-24-2012

TRO TravelGram: Jan 24

01-24-2012

Best time to visit Greece? Now!

01-24-2012

TRO TravelGram: Jan 23

01-23-2012

Consumer Traveler Today: Jan 23

01-23-2012

SAVE MORE THAN $1,000 ON HAWAII IN 2012

01-23-2012

3 Days in Dubai

01-23-2012

THE OPPOSITE HOUSE PRESENTS I-CHING

01-23-2012

Consumer Traveler Today: Jan 22

01-22-2012

Consumer Traveler Today: Jan 21

01-21-2012

Travel and Tour World - Date: 21.01.2012

01-21-2012

No Experience Required on a Grand Canyon Raft Trip

01-21-2012


 

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