LuxeAdventureTraveler.com’s Jennifer Dombrowski joins Paul and Elizabeth to reveal what it’s like to travel in France during a time when a 6 PM – 6 AM curfew is in effect. She takes us to Chamonix, at the base of Mont Blanc. What was it like to plan meals and activities around the curfew? How did Samoyed Coco react to her first encounter with snow? Join us as Jennifer introduces us to the beauty of the French Alps. And follow @cocotravelingsamoyed on Instagram!

Geoffrey Weill’s new book, All Abroad: a Memoir of Travel and Obsession, is reminiscent of some of the great travel literature of the 20th century, but with a 21st century sensibility. Geoffrey joins Elizabeth to discuss the obsession that has led him to more than 100 countries and allowed him to be witness to seminal events in history. What was it like to be in Israel a mere six weeks after the 6-Day War? What is it about the very act of going someplace that can create such complete pleasure? How has travel evolved over the decades? Spend a few moments with Geoffrey, a natural raconteur, and you, too, will find yourself in what he describes as “travel heaven.”

Tech guru James DeRuvo, alias “Tech Lord of the Known Universe,” joins Paul and Elizabeth to reveal some really cool tech tools that can help you fend off COVID-19 at home and when you travel. How about a magic wand that eliminates 99 percent of germs and viruses with UV light? Or a straw that purifies water as you sip? And the best part? All of James’ suggestions are affordable, light weight, and packable. Tune in to learn more about these terrific tech tools.

Everything-everywhere’s Gary Arndt joins Paul and Elizabeth to reveal the identity of Jack the Ripper. Many suspects were considered at the time of these gruesome murders in 1888 in London, but no one was ever convicted of the crimes. Now, DNA evidence suggests the killer’s identity, says Gary, who also reports on the Great London Beer Flood of 1814. Plus: What’s the world’s smallest country? And what’s the solution to the Monty Hall Problem? Tune in to learn more.

Award-winning journalist Janice Wald Henderson, whose specialties include cruising and food, joins Paul and Elizabeth to discuss the outlook for travel in general and cruising in particular, in 2021. Which countries are more likely to open up to international travel first? Which cruise lines are requiring vaccines and will that become more widespread? Janice reports that some luxury lines are doing innovative things on that front. Plus: What are the latest food trends for post-Covid dining? And – can chocolate really be good for you? Find out on this fun and information-filled podcast.

TheTravelCamel’s Shane Dallas Joins Elizabeth to reveal his top tips for taking great travel photos. Practice now, he says, while we’re all still staying close to home, by taking pictures of your region, your neighborhood, or even in your own house. Then, when we can all travel safely again, you’ll be ready to take some of the best photos of your life. Practice the Three Cs of photography, says Shane – tune in to learn about how to take great travel photos, and how being a better photographer, in turn, can make you a better traveler.

What’s ahead for cruising in 2021? Will you need a vaccination to get on a ship? And will there even be an Alaska cruise season this year? ThePointsGuy.com’s Gene Sloan joins Paul and Elizabeth to answer these and other questions on the minds of cruisers. COVID-19 cases are down, vaccines are up, but how soon – and where - will you be able to cruise this year? Tune in to learn more from one of cruising’s most expert commentators.

GoNomad.com’s Max Hartshorne joins Paul and Elizabeth to share more of the website’s top 10 travel stories of 2020. Visit Thomas Wolfe’s home in Asheville, North Carolina, a place you can visit, and about which Wolfe famously said, “You Can’t Go Home Again.” Discover a part of America you might not know about: the Palouse; see amazing photos taken from parking lots, and learn why you must visit Little Rock, Arkansas, and commemorate the struggle for social justice that took place at Central High School in 1957. Plus, Max shares previews of some amazing megaprojects around the world planned for 2021 and beyond.

Several travel trends have come about because of the pandemic. Paul and Elizabeth share their personal perspectives on which ones they hope will remain. If some of these stay - like airlines getting rid of change fees and people being more compassionate - the travel world will be a better place.

GoNomad.com’s Max Hartshorne joins Paul and Elizabeth to share the website’s top 10 travel stories of 2020. Topics range from not-to-miss places in Italy you’ve probably never heard of to sailing on a 1930’s-era yacht to discovering the private lives of some of country music’s biggest stars. Max reveals why these stories made the top 10 and takes us to destinations you’re going to want to consider in 2021.

TheTravelCamel.com’s Shane Dallas joins Paul and Elizabeth to reveal his secrets for getting the most out of your travels. We all know we should plan ahead, but what exactly does that mean when it comes to your trip? Shane discusses the questions you should ask – of yourself and about the destination - before deciding on certain things. He shares his tips, gleaned from experience, that will make your next trip rewarding and memorable.

Chez Chesak, executive director of the Outdoor Writers Association of America, joins Paul and Elizabeth to explore how to explore the outdoors responsibly. Due to the pandemic more people are heading to national parks, and other outdoor areas, and many don’t know how to behave there. Trash is an increasing problem. Education is the answer, says Chez. Tune in to learn how to visit the outdoors, have a wonderful time, and still be environmentally friendly. Plus, get some great resources to access before you set out.

Tech guru James DeRuvo joins Paul and Elizabeth to discuss why Disneyland in Southern California has cancelled its annual passes and what that might mean for the future of annual passes and other things at Disney parks around the world. Plus, James reports on the latest developments in space tourism. You, too, might experience what the astronauts do in the not too distant future.

TheTravelCamel.com’s Shane Dallas joins Paul and Elizabeth to discuss the travel outlook for 2021. Once vaccines are more widely available and more people have been vaccinated, travel is predicted to pick up. But what will it look like? What documentation will you need? What strategies should you have in place as you look ahead to taking trips? Shane offers sound advice on how to start planning now for future travel.

Everything-Everywhere’s Gary Arndt joins Paul and Elizabeth to reveal more interesting facts about our universe. He tells about the Golden Record, which was placed aboard the Voyager space probes launched in 1977. It contains recordings of everything from Beethoven to Chuck Berry, ancient Sumerian greetings to whale songs, and has now left our solar system. Gary also take us to Hispania, the ancient Roman name for the Iberian Peninsula, and recounts the strange tale of the last Germans to surrender in World War II. (It took them a while to figure out whom to surrender to.)

GoNomad.com’s Max Hartshorne joins Paul and Elizabeth to celebrate one of the world’s most popular novelists, Patrick O’Brian, author of such classic seafaring sagas as Master and Commander and The Far Side of the World. Max reports on an article by GoNomad senior writer Rich Grant that reveals what life was like aboard those wooden vessels of yore, as well as showing where you can visit some of the ships from that era. Hartshorne also takes us to Lana‘i, a Hawaiian island with a rich, multicultural history, beautiful landscapes, and mystery. Parts of the island are said to be haunted, says writer Noreen Kompanik in the GoNomad article, and Paul and Elizabeth, who have visited several times, agree that Lana‘i is enchanting.

Everything-Everywhere’s Gary Arndt joins Paul and Elizabeth to answer these two compelling questions. Gutenburg’s invention was certainly revolutionary, but was he the first? The answer might surprise you. And the history of the Roman Empire has some interesting twists: One year saw four different emperors, and another, five! Why? Gary reveals fascinating insights into the past that will enhance your next visit once we can all travel internationally again.

What does a travel company do when people aren’t traveling? Perillo Tours’ Steve Perillo joins Paul and Elizabeth to celebrate what we all love about travel in general and Italy in particular. Steve’s passion for travel began with a trans-Atlantic crossing he took on an ocean liner when he was about 12 years old. Today, he heads up this 76-year-old company founded by his grandfather. Tune in to learn why Italy should be high on your list of must-visits when international travel returns.

Natalie Dietl of the State of Baden-Württemberg, Germany, and Victoria Larson, North American representative for the region, join Paul and Elizabeth to explore some of the area’s rich Christmas traditions. Christmas markets might be closed this year, but you can still experience concerts and other artistic events virtually. And you can make at home some of the traditional holiday cookies, like springerle and spitzbuben. Glühwein, anyone?

ThePointsGuy.com’s Gene Sloan joins Paul and Elizabeth to give the latest outlook for when cruising is expected to restart in 2021. Start dates keep getting pushed back – find out why. Plus, Gene reports on his own experience on a ship on which a passenger tested positive for COVID-19. What was it like to be in quarantine on a small vessel in a cabin with no balcony? Tune in to learn the latest prognosis for cruising’s return to health.

TheTravelCamel.com’s Shane Dallas joins Paul and Elizabeth to report on highlights from World Travel Market Virtual, the huge business-to-business trade show that normally draws thousands to London each fall. This year, the event was held virtually. “Travelers need to feel confident and comfortable,” says Shane, noting that, finally, there may be some hope on the horizon. When it picks up again, though, travel might not look like what you think it will. Find out more by tuning in to this podcast.

Everything-Everywhere.com’s Gary Arndt joins Elizabeth for another eclectic discussion inspired by topics from Arndt’s Everything Everywhere Daily podcast. Why did Albert Einstein, arguably the most influential scientist of the 20th century, receive only one Nobel Prize when he assuredly deserved more? What are some of the secrets of Pablo Picasso’s success? And what’s the truth about one of the most widespread conspiracy theories of our time – the Illumanit? Is there – was there ever – such an organization? Learn the answers – and more – by tuning in to this fun and informative podcast.

Historical Sites that once might have given short shrift to the parts of their heritage that related to indigenous or enslaved people are expanding their narratives to tell more complete stories. Cordell Reaves, Historic Preservation Programs Analyst with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation, joins Paul and Elizabeth to reveal what places are doing to broaden the discussion and how telling the stories of under-represented people enriches the travel experience for everyone.

Our Tech Guru, James DeRuvo, joins Paul and Elizabeth to reveal his picks for the top holiday travel gifts for 2020. James, affectionately known here at OnTravel as “Tech Lord of the Known Universe,” has suggestions “for Him" and ”for Her,” and he has some Stocking Stuffers that will surely bring a smile to the face of anyone traveling with digital devices. The best news? Most are under $50, and our favorite – something that will organize all of our electronic cords and cables – costs a mere $9. Tune in for some last-minute gift ideas for the traveler on your list.

TheTravelCamel.com’s Shane Dallas joins Paul and Elizabeth to reveal the Top 5 things he always packs when he travels. Some of these can also make perfect presents for the traveler on your holiday gift list. Tune in for some inspiring ideas to keep in mind for when we can all freely travel again.