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Publisher of Amateur Traveler is a popular travel podcast and blog focusing primarily on travel destinations. The Amateur Traveler is 19+ years old. The Amateur Traveler podcast was downloaded over 2 million times. #travelpodcast #travelblogger

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Egypt Beyond the Pyramids - Amateur Traveler It has been years since I first visited Egypt, but it remains on my list of the most memorable places I have visited, even now with almost 80 countries under

Egypt Beyond the Pyramids - Amateur Traveler amateurtraveler.com/egypt-beyond... #egypt #travel

12.03.2026 22:43 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Willemstad, CuraΓ§ao: Dutch Colonial HistoryΒ With AΒ Caribbean Rhythm - Amateur Traveler A cruise stop in Willemstad, CuraΓ§ao stands out for its walkable UNESCO-listed Dutch colonial architecture, historic bridges, and rich cultural atmosphere.

Willemstad, CuraΓ§ao: Dutch Colonial HistoryΒ With AΒ Caribbean Rhythm - Amateur Traveler amateurtraveler.com/willemstad-c... #CuraΓ§ao #caribbean #travel

11.03.2026 22:28 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Celebrity Ascent Review - Amateur Traveler The Celebrity Ascent made its inaugural cruise in December 2023. Ascent is part of Celebrity's Edge series, which is the most luxurious of the Celebrity

Celebrity Ascent Review - Amateur Traveler amateurtraveler.com/celebrity-as... #cruise #bahamas #travel

11.03.2026 21:40 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This week's episode of the Amateur Traveler podcast is about Dublin, Ireland #travel #ireland #podcast

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08.03.2026 21:18 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Travel to Dublin, Ireland - Episode 986 - Amateur Traveler Dublin is a compact, walkable capital where layered history, literary heritage, lively pubs, and approachable neighborhoods combine to offer a rich experience

Travel to Dublin, Ireland - Amateur Traveler Episode 986 - amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-du... #ireland #travel #podcast

07.03.2026 14:38 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This week's episode of the Amateur Traveler podcast is about Northern France (and a bit of Flanders) #travel #podcast #france

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06.03.2026 00:19 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Travel to Northern France - Episode 985 - Amateur Traveler A weeklong trip in northern France and nearby Flanders combining WWI and WWII sites, Opal Coast scenery, medieval towns, and Gothic cathedral stops

Travel to Northern France - Amateur Traveler Episode 985 amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-no... #france #travel

01.03.2026 19:26 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Travel to Puebla, Mexico - Episode 984 - Amateur Traveler Puebla blends colonial architecture, history, celebrated cuisine, and easy day trips into one of central Mexico’s most culturally rich and walkable cities.

Travel to Puebla, Mexico - Amateur Traveler Episode 984 - amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-pu... #mexico #travel #podcast

22.02.2026 04:25 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Travel to Bern, Switzerland - Episode 983 - Amateur Traveler Bern combines a UNESCO-listed medieval Old Town with easy access to rivers, mountains, and classic Swiss alpine scenery, making it an ideal base

Travel to Bern, Switzerland - Amateur Traveler Episode 983 - amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-be... #switzerland #bern #travel #podcast

14.02.2026 16:54 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Spending a Wine Weekend in Healdsburg - California Travel Healdsburg offers wine lovers an easy weekend escape with access to multiple nearby AVAs, walkable charm, and diverse tasting experiences

Spending a Wine Weekend in Healdsburg - California Travel california.amateurtraveler.com/spending-a-w... #california #sonoma #wine #travel

12.02.2026 22:42 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Notre Vue Estate Winery & Vineyards - Wine with a View in Windsor - California Travel Notre Vue Estate Winery pairs sweeping vineyard views with relaxed tastings and wines shaped by history and resilience.

Notre Vue Estate Winery & Vineyards - Wine with a View in Windsor - California Travel california.amateurtraveler.com/notre-vue-es... #california #winery

11.02.2026 02:35 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Visiting the Panama Canal - Amateur Traveler Passing through the Panama Canal was slow and visually underwhelming from the ship, but seeing it up close led me to appreciate its engineering and history.

Visiting the Panama Canal - Amateur Traveler amateurtraveler.com/visiting-the... #panama #travel

10.02.2026 05:41 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Limerick Lane Cellars: Old Vines and Long Roots - Healdsburg - California Travel Limerick Lane Cellars is a vineyard rooted in century-old Zinfandel vines, personal history, and a strong sense of place

I spent a gorgeous afternoon at Limerick Lane Cellers in Healdsburg last weekend #california #wine #winery #sonomacounty

10.02.2026 00:53 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This week's episode of the Amateur Traveler podcast is about travel to the island of Sardinia in Italy #sardinia #italy #travel #podcast

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08.02.2026 17:51 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Travel to Sardinia - Episode 982 - Amateur Traveler A slow, west-coast Sardinia road trip starting in Cagliari, winding through wild beaches, cliff walks, medieval towns, and finishing in Alghero

Travel to Sardinia - Amateur Traveler Episode 982 - amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-sa... #italy #sardinia #travel #podcast

07.02.2026 17:49 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Essential Apps When Traveling to China - Amateur Traveler Traveling in China today can feel both wonderfully modern and occasionally overwhelming, especially if you do not speak Mandarin. On my recent Yangtze River

Essential Apps When Traveling to China - Amateur Traveler amateurtraveler.com/apps-for-chi... #china #travel

06.02.2026 22:03 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This week's bonus episode of the Amateur Traveler podcast is about Christmas Markets in Europe #christmas #europe #travel #podcast

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05.02.2026 16:48 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Christmas Markets in Europe - More Travel #10 - Amateur Traveler A guide to the Christmas Markets in Europe. What will you see, how should you travel, and which ones are the best

Christmas Markets in Europe - More Travel #10 - Amateur Traveler amateurtraveler.com/christmas-ma... #christmas #europe #travel #podcast

04.02.2026 18:04 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The latest episode of Amateur Traveler Travel Podcast is about traveling the Zambezi Valley in Zimbabwe #Zimbabwe #travel #podcast

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01.02.2026 16:37 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Travel to the Zambezi Valley in Zimbabwe - Episode 981 - Amateur Traveler The Zambezi Valley, one of Africa’s great rivers, from Victoria Falls to lake and walking safaris in Mana Pools, with a variety of landscapes and wildlife.

Travel to the Zambezi Valley in Zimbabwe - Amateur Traveler Episode 981 - amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-th... #africa #zimbabwe #travel #podcast

31.01.2026 16:50 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Tombs You Can't Miss in the Valley of the Kings, Egypt - Amateur Traveler learn how the ticket system really works, which tombs are worth paying extra for, and how to get the most from your visit to the Valley of the Kings

Tombs You Can't Miss in the Valley of the Kings, Egypt - Amateur Traveler amateurtraveler.com/valley-of-th... #egypt #travel

28.01.2026 19:23 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This weekβ€˜s episode of the Amateur Traveler Podcast is about Tunis, the capital of Tunisia. #Travel #Tunisia #Tunis #Podcast

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25.01.2026 23:46 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Travel to Tunis, Tunisia - Episode 980 - Amateur Traveler A four-day stay based in Tunis blends medina wandering, world-class museums, ancient Carthage, blue-and-white Sidi Bou Said, and Roman ruins

Travel to Tunis, Tunisia - Amateur Traveler Episode 980 - amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-tu... #tunisia #travel #podcast

24.01.2026 20:42 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This week's episode of the Amateur Traveler podcast is about lesser-known sites and parks in Utah (Arizona and Nevada) #utah #travel #podcast

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18.01.2026 17:09 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Travel to the Parks of Utah - Episode 979 - Amateur Traveler The lesser known parks of Utah (Arizona, and Nevada) in and around the parks of Grand Canyon, Canyon Lands, Bryce, Zion, and Monument Valley

Travel to the Parks of Utah - Amateur Traveler Episode 979 - amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-th... #travel #utah #podcast

17.01.2026 17:37 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This week's episode of the Amateur Traveler podcast talks about the remote and spectacular area of Skardu, Pakistan #pakistan #travel #podcast

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11.01.2026 15:47 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Travel to Skardu, Pakistan - Episode 978 - Amateur Traveler Skardu is a wild, high-altitude gateway to Pakistan’s greatest mountains, where raw landscapes and generous local culture define the journey.

Travel to Skardu, Pakistan - Amateur Traveler Episode 978 - amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-sk... #pakistan #travel #podcast

10.01.2026 16:55 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Things to Do in St. Augustine with Kids Your kids may find that they even enjoy history in this the U.S.'s oldest city. The secret ingredient... may be pirates.

Your Kids Will Enjoy This City's Pirate and Spanish History amateurtraveler.com/things-to-do... #florida #travel

06.01.2026 01:03 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This week's episode of the Amateur Traveler podcast is about the amazing historic area of Southeastern Turkey #turkey #TΓΌrkiye #travel #podcast

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04.01.2026 17:26 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Travel to Southeastern Turkey - Episode 977 - Amateur Traveler Exploring southeastern Turkey: a region of extraordinary antiquity where biblical figures, early Christianity and Islam, monumental ruins like GΓΆbeklitepe

Travel to Southeastern Turkey - Amateur Traveler Episode 977 - amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-so... #travel #turkey #podcast

03.01.2026 18:36 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0