Travel Is Back: 8 Minutes. One Destination. Let's Go!

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“very week, Johnny Mac takes you somewhere worth going. From the fog-draped coast of the Pacific Northwest to the neon-lit stretch of Route 66, from Hawaiian volcanoes to New England in full autumn flame — this is travel writing for people who actually travel. No luxury resorts, no sponsored content, no fluff. Just the real story of a place, told in a way that makes you want to book a flight before the episode ends. Eight minutes. One destination. Let's go.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free! Our Travel Store with links and deals CLICK HERE   Popular episodes include San Diego, Chicago, Nashville, Montreal and Las Vegas. In some episodes, AI has been used to help refine the intinerary.

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  1. 6d ago

    224. Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown, New York - Washington Irving, the Old Dutch Church, and a Hudson River Halloween

    Spend Halloween in the real Sleepy Hollow and neighboring Tarrytown. Johnny Mac follows Washington Irving's literary trail through the Old Dutch Church and its burying ground, the separate Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, and Irving's riverside home at Sunnyside. Along the way, explore Philipsburg Manor's interpretation of slavery in colonial New York, Tarrytown's Main Street and Music Hall, and the Hudson waterfront. Includes train access, realistic walking distances, seasonal booking advice, and clear distinctions between documented history and the Headless Horseman legend. Seasonal attractions and tour availability vary; check official calendars before traveling. This episode answers: - Is Sleepy Hollow worth visiting at Halloween? - Can you visit Washington Irving's grave? - How do you get to Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown by train? Some episodes use AI for research, writing assistance, and occasional voiceover when Johnny Mac is unavailable. His point of view, and his insistence on finding the best local taco remains entirely human.

  2. Oct 24

    223. Getty Center, Los Angeles - The History, Art, and Gardens of the Getty

    Explore the Getty Center in Los Angeles with Johnny Mac on Travel Is Back. Begin with the tram ride into Richard Meier's hilltop campus, then follow the museum's history from J. Paul Getty's private collection and the ranch-house museum of 1954 to the Getty Villa, his bequest, and the opening of the Getty Center in 1997. Inside, consider Vincent van Gogh's Irises, European paintings, illuminated manuscripts, and photography. Learn why conservation and research are part of the Getty's work, then head outdoors to Robert Irwin's Central Garden, the cactus garden, and the sculpture terraces. The episode also distinguishes the Getty Center from the Getty Villa and covers casual food options, free timed-entry reservations, paid parking, gallery renovations, and planning a manageable museum visit. Check Getty's current visitor information and artwork availability before setting out. This episode answers: - Is the Getty Center worth visiting? - Is the Getty Center free? - What is the difference between the Getty Center and the Getty Villa? This episode was prepared with the assistance of AI tools, giving us more time to travel and bring you even more destinations. Travel Is Back -- over 200 episodes covering destinations across America and beyond. Some episodes use AI for research, writing assistance, and occasional voiceover when Johnny Mac is unavailable. His point of view, and his insistence on finding the best local taco remains entirely human.

  3. Oct 17

    222. Lake Arrowhead, California - Rim of the World Highway

    Take the mountain road to Lake Arrowhead with Johnny Mac on Travel Is Back. This episode follows Rim of the World Highway from the San Bernardino approach into the ridge communities, with time for designated viewpoints and the signed connection to Lake Arrowhead Village. Once you're parked, explore Rocket Fizz, And Then, and Mr. G's for Toys in Lake Arrowhead Village. There's time to consider lunch, a narrated ride aboard the Lake Arrowhead Queen, and what visitors should know about access to the private lake. If you're continuing toward Big Bear, hear more about that separate destination in Travel Is Back episodes 184 and 185. Before driving, check current road conditions, chain controls, and forest alerts rather than relying on an old itinerary. This episode answers: - Is the Rim of the World Highway worth driving? - What is there to do in Lake Arrowhead Village? - Can you go on Lake Arrowhead if you're not a resident? This episode was prepared with the assistance of AI tools, giving us more time to travel and bring you even more destinations. Travel Is Back -- over 200 episodes covering destinations across America and beyond. Some episodes use AI for research, writing assistance, and occasional voiceover when Johnny Mac is unavailable. His point of view, and his insistence on finding the best local taco remains entirely human.

  4. Oct 10

    221. Washington, DC: Smithsonian Museum Day - Natural History, American History and the Hirshhorn

    A Smithsonian museum day on the National Mall. Johnny Mac covers the National Air and Space Museum, the National Museum of Natural History, the National Museum of American History, the Smithsonian Castle, and the Hirshhorn. Food: Mitsitam Native Foods Cafe and Sweet Home Cafe. Tips on timed entry and the Metro. This episode answers: - Which Smithsonian museums should you visit in one day? - Are the Smithsonian museums free? - Where should you eat near the National Mall? This episode was prepared with the assistance of AI tools, giving us more time to travel and bring you even more destinations. Travel Is Back: 200+ quick destination guides across America and beyond. Follow for a new destination every week. Some episodes use AI for research, writing assistance, and occasional voiceover when Johnny Mac is unavailable. His point of view, and his insistence on finding the best local taco remains entirely human.

  5. Oct 3

    220. Washington, DC: The National Archives - Seeing the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution

    Visiting the National Archives in Washington, DC. Johnny Mac covers the Rotunda and the Charters of Freedom: the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, plus the Public Vaults exhibit. Tips on lines and security, and food at Old Ebbitt Grill and Penn Quarter. This episode answers: - Can you see the Declaration of Independence in Washington, DC? - Is the National Archives worth visiting? - How long are the lines at the National Archives? This episode was prepared with the assistance of AI tools, giving us more time to travel and bring you even more destinations. Travel Is Back: 200+ quick destination guides across America and beyond. Follow for a new destination every week. Some episodes use AI for research, writing assistance, and occasional voiceover when Johnny Mac is unavailable. His point of view, and his insistence on finding the best local taco remains entirely human.

  6. Sep 26

    219. Washington, DC: The National Air and Space Museum and the Udvar-Hazy Center

    The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC, and the Udvar-Hazy Center. Johnny Mac covers the Wright Brothers' Flyer, the Spirit of St. Louis, Space Shuttle Discovery, and the planetarium. Tips on crowds, timed entry, and the Metro, plus food trucks on the Mall and Ben's Chili Bowl. This episode answers: - Is the National Air and Space Museum worth visiting? - What is the Udvar-Hazy Center and is it worth the trip? - Where can you see Space Shuttle Discovery? This episode was prepared with the assistance of AI tools, giving us more time to travel and bring you even more destinations. Travel Is Back: 200+ quick destination guides across America and beyond. Follow for a new destination every week. Some episodes use AI for research, writing assistance, and occasional voiceover when Johnny Mac is unavailable. His point of view, and his insistence on finding the best local taco remains entirely human.

  7. Sep 20

    218. White Mountains, New Hampshire - Mount Washington, the Kancamagus Highway and Flume Gorge

    White Mountains, New Hampshire travel guide. Johnny Mac covers Mount Washington and its Auto Road, the Kancamagus Highway, Flume Gorge in Franconia Notch, Cannon Mountain, the Old Man of the Mountain Memorial, and Arethusa Falls. Food: maple treats and cider donuts in North Conway. Tips on weather and leaf-season lodging. This episode answers: - What are the best things to do in the White Mountains? - Is the Kancamagus Highway worth driving? - Is Flume Gorge worth visiting? This episode was prepared with the assistance of AI tools, giving us more time to travel and bring you even more destinations. Travel Is Back: 200+ quick destination guides across America and beyond. Follow for a new destination every week. Some episodes use AI for research, writing assistance, and occasional voiceover when Johnny Mac is unavailable. His point of view, and his insistence on finding the best local taco remains entirely human.

  8. Sep 13

    217. The Berkshires, Massachusetts - Tanglewood, MASS MoCA, Norman Rockwell Museum and Mount Greylock

    The Berkshires, Massachusetts travel guide. Johnny Mac covers Tanglewood and the Boston Symphony, MASS MoCA, the Norman Rockwell Museum, a hike up Mount Greylock, and apple picking. Food: farm-to-table restaurants in Lenox and Stockbridge and cider donuts. Berkshires travel tips on seasons and getting there. This episode answers: - What are the best things to do in the Berkshires? - Is Tanglewood worth visiting? - Is MASS MoCA worth it? This episode was prepared with the assistance of AI tools, giving us more time to travel and bring you even more destinations. Travel Is Back: 200+ quick destination guides across America and beyond. Follow for a new destination every week. Some episodes use AI for research, writing assistance, and occasional voiceover when Johnny Mac is unavailable. His point of view, and his insistence on finding the best local taco remains entirely human.

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“very week, Johnny Mac takes you somewhere worth going. From the fog-draped coast of the Pacific Northwest to the neon-lit stretch of Route 66, from Hawaiian volcanoes to New England in full autumn flame — this is travel writing for people who actually travel. No luxury resorts, no sponsored content, no fluff. Just the real story of a place, told in a way that makes you want to book a flight before the episode ends. Eight minutes. One destination. Let's go.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free! Our Travel Store with links and deals CLICK HERE   Popular episodes include San Diego, Chicago, Nashville, Montreal and Las Vegas. In some episodes, AI has been used to help refine the intinerary.

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