Travel Brigade

Travel Brigade takes you to the West Bohemia area of the Czech Republic that is known for its mineral waters and the spas built around them. The beautiful, countryside spa towns of Karlovy Vary and Mariazke Lazne are places to go to relax and enjoy treatments centered around the healing properties of the mineral waters. We'll tell you about the treatments and spas, but also places to stay and great things to eat and drink while in this area. We'll also have an interview from a spa in Prague....

Travel Brigade takes you into the rapidly expanding travel area of river cruising. Whether you’ve been ocean cruising, or never been on any kind of cruise, we’ll talk with cruise directors at AmaWaterways about the best ways to take advantage of all that river cruising has to offer. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter @TravelBrigade.

Join Travel Brigade in Lafayette, Louisiana, the capital of incredible Cajun food. We’ll teach you about foods such as boudin (pronounced boo-dan) that we didn’t know about before, but now we can’t live without! Marie Ducote of Cajun Food Tours takes us to places with names like NuNu’s and Fezzo’s that have all the character and spice you’d expect. We’ll also make a stop at historic Cafe Vermillionville and several other memorable spots. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter @TravelBrigade. ?

Join Travel Brigade as we hope on board with AmaWaterways to cruise the Danube River. We'll start in Germany and sail along the Danube through Austria and Slovakia before ending up in Hungary. Along the way, we'll see the sights in major cities such as Vienna and Budapest, but we'll also make stops in charming small towns. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter @TravelBrigade.

2017 marks 500 years since Martin Luther set the Reformation in motion and Germany is celebrating all year. Join Travel Brigade on “The Luther Trail” as we visit places where Luther lived and check in on exhibits and celebrations commemorating his life. We’ll visit Erfurt and the monastery Luther joined to begin his religious life. We’ll also visit Luther House in Eisenach where he lived as a school boy and hike up to Wartburg Castle where he was held “prisoner” for his own safety. Along the...

Join Travel Brigade as we do Vegas in a unique way by going off The Strip. We’ll check out unique offerings in the rapidly expanding Fremont East area, enjoy the excitement of the revitalized Downtown, and find unique offerings in Chinatown. Whether it’s an Evel Knievel-themed pizzeria, the enchanting Golden Tiki, the Downtown Grand “neighborhood” or a visit to the Neon Museum, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter @TravelBrigade.

Great grapes can be found every September in Palisade, Colorado, as 50 wineries gather from around the state to show off what they’ve produced. Join Travel Brigade as we journey to the Grand Valley, home to over 20 wineries and many vineyards, to experience everything from drinking cherry wine from a chocolate-rimmed glass, to trying mead, to actually stomping grapes. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter @TravelBrigade.

Huntington Beach will always be Surf City USA, but it’s also evolving to become “The Soul of SoCal.” Join Travel Brigade as we visit one of our favorite Orange County beach towns to learn more about new developments along the Pacific Coast Highway such as the Pacific City shopping and dining area and Pasea Hotel & Spa. We’ll also have an interview with World-Champion surfer PT Townend. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter @TravelBrigade.

Join Travel Brigade in Las Vegas to find out why over 80,000 couples per year choose this city as the place to get married. We’ve got interviews with the County Clerk, Vegas Weddings and Las Vegas Custom Cakes to tell you how to plan everything from a drive-thru hitch-up to an extravagant wedding weekend. Then we’ll head off to Ri Ra Irish Pub for a rousing reception. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter @TravelBrigade.

Join Travel Brigade in Grand Junction, Colorado, for world-class outdoor recreation at Colorado National Monument and Grand Mesa. We'll take a bike trip through area wineries and find great food to pair with those wines in a beautiful setting. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter @TravelBrigade.

Everybody has a traveler on their holiday gift list. Listen to Travel Brigade to find out what they might like - or check out what you want to put on your own “must-have” list of travel items. Whether it’s packing, tech or cool souvenirs, there’s something for everybody. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter @TravelBrigade.

Join Travel Brigade in Lake Powell, where Utah’s stunning red rock landscape combines with a body of water that has so manny nooks and crannies, it boasts over 2,000 miles of coastline! We’ll also go off the water to visit Ticaboo Resort and find out about ATV trails, hiking and other recreation in the area. Come with us to find out why people come from all over the world to see this amazing place. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter @TravelBrigade.

The town of Grapevine, Texas, just outside of Dallas, is perfectly named since it is a great place to find fantastic wines. Any place that boasts good wines is also a place to find foods to pair with those wines. On this episode, we’ll take your around wineries and restaurants in The Christmas Capital of Texas. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter @TravelBrigade.

Extended interview with the Gaylord Texan about Lone Star Christmas and ICE in Grapevine, Texas, The Christmas Capital of Texas.

Las Vegas is an entertainment capital that is constantly evolving. Join Travel Brigade as we find out about what’s new in Sin City. We’ll hear from the Managing Editor of Las Vegas Weekly about what’s happening with dining, clubs, music, gambling on The Strip as well as the expanding scene on East Fremont Street. Next, we’ll enjoy a new yet retro pool complex on the roof of the Plaza surrounded by the Downtown skyline. Finally, we’ll dine at a restaurant owned by former LV Mayor Oscar...

Join Travel Brigade at the amazing Pageant of the Masters, held just off the ocean in Laguna Beach. Every summer, art comes to life as people pose in classic pictures to create an unforgettable evening. We’ll also check out the Festival of Arts the runs with the Pageant. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter @TravelBrigade.

Huntington Beach is known world-wide as a place to surf great waves and its also a place to find great restaurants. Join Travel Brigade in Surf City USA as we try everything from classics like Duke’s on the pier to the newest spots at Pacific City. We’ll of course find fantastic seafood at Sea Legs and Sea Salt restaurants and even tell you about getting “strips” on the beach. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter @TravelBrigade.

South Bend, Indiana, has long been famous as the home of Notre Dame, but has more recently received attention as a hub of great restaurants and bars. Join Travel Brigade in South Bend as we visit Rocky River Tap and Table, Lasalle Grill and South Bend Brew Werks. We’ll also go on campus at Notre Dame to visit Morris Inn and talk about other places to try whether you’re visiting on game day or just looking for a great dining experience. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram...

One of the unique features of a visiting London or Dublin is the chance to have a spectacular “afternoon tea” experience. Join Travel Brigade to experience what’s also known as “high tea” at some of the top spots in London and Dublin. We’ll visit the Royal Horseguards Hotel in London then head to Dublin to the Shelbourne Hotel and the Merrion Hotel. We’ll also have information on how to book your own tea time. Enjoy the trip! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TravelBrigade.

Join Travel Brigade as we experience the best of dining and drinks in Cleveland. We’ll start with classic Polish food at the famous Sokolowskis, head over to Cleveland original Red The Steakhouse and shop for fresh foods at West Side Market, just as the locals have done for over 100 years. We’ll also check out the brewery scene in the Ohio City section, a gourmet hot dog joint and a classic ice cream parlor. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TravelBrigade. Enjoy the trip!