The Amateur Traveler talks to Italophile Ira Bernstein who returns to the show to talk about day trips in Tuscany that you can take from Florence. We talk about visiting the walled city of Siena and its famous bareback horse race the palio, viewing the many towers of San Gimignano, climbing the leaning tower of Pisa (after you take the obligatory picture of ... Show More
Mar 7
AT#986 - Travel to Dublin, Ireland
Hear about travel to Dublin, Ireland, as the Amateur Traveler talks to tour guide Garvan Rushe from DublinTourGuide.ie about the capital and largest city of Ireland. This week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from Ne ... Show More
1 h
Feb 21
AT#984 - Travel to Puebla, Mexico
Hear about travel to Puebla, Mexico as the Amateur Traveler talks to Scott Thompson from Livit Immersion Center about his adopted home in this historic colonial city in central Mexico. Why should you go to Puebla? Scott says, "Puebla's kind of an outlier. It's the one big city th ... Show More
1h 15m
Mar 2018
351a Italy On and Off the Rails; Romantic Amalfi Coast
<p>Author Tim Parks, a long-time resident of Verona, shares his observations about Italy’s railway system, and what it can tell us about the Italian mindset. And two tour guides from the Amalfi Coast take listener calls while exploring the highlights of their scenic souther ... Show More
52 m
Aug 2025
Museums, Landmarks and Sightseeing in Italy | Italian for Travelers | S2 Ep16
In today’s episode, we learn about visiting cultural landmarks and etiquette for enjoying the art, history and natural beauty of Italy, from its museums to its churches. Elisa also teaches us how to talk about what we see, as well as tips about tickets, opening hours, tours and g ... Show More
27m 35s
Aug 2024
Exploring Signagi: A Complete Guide to Georgia's Charming Town
This episode of the Tbilisi podcast dives into the enchanting town of Signagi, often referred to as the "City of Love." Hosts Meg and Tom explore the unique charm of this picturesque destination, highlighting its stunning architecture, rich history, and breathtaking views of the ... Show More
38m 25s