ITKT Interviews Oxnard (video podcast)
February 28, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Devin visits with Rachel of the California Welcome Center of Oxnard about some of the highlights for travelers heading north of Los Angeles. A part of a growing series helping travelers get to know destinations better before visiting. Produced by Wayfarer Digital. For more on the USA at ITKT
Written by Devin... [Read more]Skiing and Balloons in New Mexico (video podcast)
February 28, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Devin visits with Mark of the New Mexico State Tourism Board about skiing, golf, and Native American culture at the Los Angeles Times Adventurers Travel Expo on December 10-11. New Mexico is currently enjoying some of the best skiing in years, and now is a good time of take advantage of... [Read more]
The Most Beautiful Place in Tahiti (video podcast)
February 28, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Devin visits with Carman of Tahiti Tourism to learn a little about the most beautiful lagoon on Earth and, as always, food. Tahiti is known for its diving, natural beauty. and French history. A part of a growing series helping travelers get to know destinations better before visiting.... [Read more]
Mexicana Celebrates an Anniversary (video podcast)
February 28, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
I visit with Mark Grubman of Mexicana Airlines to learn a little about travel options to Mexico, Central and South America, their impressive anniversary — and yes, airplane food. On a personal note, I have had good success on several Mexicana flights from Los Angeles... [Read more]
Chinese Cultural Quirks Exposed
February 28, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Tai Chi is practiced in English tea gardens. Mah-jong tiles are clunked-down on Las Vegas casino tables. Shaolin Kung Fu is taught in Bolivian martial arts schools.
It seems China’s unique cultural traditions have spread the world over. But have they all? Let’s take a look at some obscure Chinese customs that, for one reason or another, have yet to make the leap to universal popularity.
Pretty... [Read more]
On The Inca Trails in Peru (video podcast)
February 27, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
A part of a growing series helping travelers get to know destinations better before visiting. Our own Peruvian Maryl Celiz chats with Patricia of Peru Tourism to get us in the know with travel in Peru. Includes a little food, Inca Trails and Machu Pichu (which is up for being... [Read more]
Zip Lining in St. Lucia (video podcast)
February 27, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Devin catches up with Lorine of St. Lucia Tourism to discuss culture, food, helicopter rides around the island, canopy tours, zip lining, and ponders Shirley’s Place in Downtown Castries, the inspiration of In The Know Traveler. This is part of our on-going series helping travelers get to know destinations better before visiting.
For more on St.... [Read more]
Traditions and Festivals of Germany
February 26, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Carnival
“Fasching”, “Fasnacht” or “Karneval” are all terms used to describe carnival, an ancient tradition which is celebrated all over Germany but particularly in the Rhineland and in the strongly Catholic regions of Germany. Mainz, Cologne, Düsseldorf and Bonn are hotbeds of carnival fun. In southern Germany the traditional Alemannic Fasnet is celebrated. The... [Read more]
“Thingyan” Myanmar New Year’s Water Festival
February 26, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
The Thingyan Festival is the New Year occasion held in Myanmar throughout the country. Myanmar people take part in the traditional water-throwing activities, go to pagodas and stupas to perform good deeds and keep Precepts, pay respects to elderly persons and do charity.
For the year 2007, Myanmar New Year’s Holidays of the Union of Myanmar had been designated from the 12th to the 21st of April and the “Thingyan”... [Read more]
The Facts on Jordan
February 26, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Location: Jordan is located in the heart of the Middle East, Northwest of Saudi Arabia, south of Syria, Southwest of Iraq, and east of Israel and the Occupied West Bank. Jordan has access to the Red Sea via the port city of Aqaba, located at the northern end of the Gulf of Aqaba.
Geographic co-ordinates: 29 - 34 00 N, 35 - 39 E
Population: 5,460,265 (July... [Read more]
History, Islands, Charm, and Greece (video podcast)
February 26, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Maryl of In The Know Traveler gets the low down from Faye of Greece Tourism at the Los Angeles Times Adventurers Expo on beaches, food, and a few secrets for travelers. There is not much to say here, Greece is one of the most popular destinations in the world. For more on Greece... [Read more]
Sacsayhuaman and Inca Rebirthing
February 23, 2007 | Written by Steve Smith & Christine Johnson
For the Inca, spirit was present... [Read more]
Cuba Anyone?
February 23, 2007 | Written by Steve Smith & Christine Johnson
When Fidel Castro lets go of the reins of power — however it happens — visiting Cuba will become attractive to U.S. citizens once again. However, the laws that have prevented easy travel to the Caribbean nation since 1963 won’t go away overnight. Castro’s probable successor will be his brother, Raúl, and will most likely follow current policies, which the US government disagrees. So, he too will need to... [Read more]
Car Rental Tips
February 23, 2007 | Written by Steve Smith & Christine Johnson
Unlike the airlines, car rental agencies won’t charge you a fee if you cancel. You can use this to your advantage, because just like airlines, rates will fluctuate without rhyme or reason. Just browse several different agency sites, choose the best deal, and lock it in. Then simply continue checking the web periodically. If you locate a better deal, cancel your previous reservation immediately and lock in the cheaper... [Read more]
The Olympics Are Coming to Canada (video podcast)
February 22, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Devin and Paul talk about some of the highlights coming to Canada for travelers including the upcoming Winter Olympics in Vancouver and Whistler of British Columbia. As a fan of Vancouver, I recommend taking in Granville Island, a walk through Stanley Park, and some people watching... [Read more]
The Big Island of Hawaii (video podcast)
February 22, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Devin learns a little about food, history, and culture with Eric of Big Island Tourism at the Los Angeles Times Adventurers Expo. Hawaii is known as one of the most romantic and picturesque vacation spots in the world. ... [Read more]
Land Packages from Royal Caribbean (video podcast)
February 22, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Devin takes a moment with Michael of Royal Caribbean International at the Los Angeles Times Adventurers Travel Expo. Michael discusses new packages, 20 new ports throughout Europe, and what’s popular in the cruise market. For more on Europe... [Read more]
Taiwan Pageant Winners (video podcast)
February 22, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Devin runs into Ling and Tiffany, the recent winners of the Miss Taiwan and Junior Miss Taiwan Pageants, at the LA Travel Expo. They take a moment to share their experience with us. Doesn’t have a lot to do with travel, but we could not resist. For more on Taiwan at ITKT. This podcast was produced by Wayfarer Digital... [Read more]
Finally, an Easy Way to Greenland! (video podcast)
February 22, 2007 | Written by Wayfarer Digital
I catch up with Peter Litner of Air Greenland to discuss the upcoming launch of direct flights from Baltimore to Greenland, for the first time ever in May, at the Los Angeles Times Adventurers Expo. For more on Greenland... [Read more]
Viking River Cruises (video podcast)
February 22, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Devin visits with Skip Muns of Viking River Cruises to learn about some of his company’s highlights for 2007. Think Europe!
More importantly, Skip gives us a better understanding of what the differences are between and ocean cruise and a river cruise and how a river cruise... [Read more]
Costa Rica’s Green Travel (video podcast)
February 22, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Devin visits with Tony and Alicia of Grupo Arenal Paraiso Hotel Resort and Spa in Costa Rica to learn more about green travel in Costa Rica and what Grupo Arenal does to make it “green.” For more information about Grupo... [Read more]
A Little on Papua New Guinea (video podcast)
February 21, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Okay, so I can’t pretend on this one — I really know nothing about Papua New Guinea. Fortunately, Devin tracks down Kerry from Papua New Guinea Tourism in the hope that he could get us in the know. This is a longer one, but Kerry has some great information. For more on... [Read more]
Culture and Cuisine in Puerto Vallarta (video podcast)
February 21, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Devin visits with Cecilia of the Puerto Vallarta Tourism at the Los Angeles Times Adventurers Expo in Los Angeles on February 10-11. Puerto Vallarta is more than just a port of call on the Love Boat. Cecilia points out the culture and restaurants as two of some of the attracts... [Read more]
Carving it up in Japan (video podcast)
February 20, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Devin catches up with Yohko Scott to learn a little about travel in Japan at the LA Times Adventurers Travel Expo on February 10, 2007, and then some master wood carving with Komiko. For more on Japan at ITKT.
This... [Read more]
Neftalie Williams
February 20, 2007 | Written by Neftalie Williams
Neftalie Williams is a writer and photographer here for us at in the know
traveler, but don’t think being whisked off to remote locations and wining
and dining in the best places on earth, is all he has on his plate. He is a
also a regular writer and photographer for several publications including,
YRB Magazine, Vapors Magazine and Transworld Skateboarding Magazine. In
these outlets he’s... [Read more]
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