Chris Robinson Travel Show - Episodes

This Travel Show focuses on a really important subject for any traveler. Even if your travels only take you across the border to another Province – there is something very important that you need to take with you. As important to any traveler as their tickets or their passport – and something that no one should travel without - is Travel Insurance. Find out from a real expert all the in’s and out’s of this complex topic and learn about important issues such as how to get the right coverage for your needs and how to make a claim if you need to.

This week we are off to explore Dallas - one of the top destinations in the U.S., packed with vibrant culture, amazing architecture, a phenomenal foodie scene, great shopping – and lots more besides. And as if that wasn’t enough – more than $20 billion in recent development is adding a whole new set of reasons to visit this city. And it's why they say that in Dallas - “Big Things Happen”. And the big news is that Dallas is now part of the CityPASS family. Dallas CityPASS is a booklet of admission tickets to 4 must-see tourist attractions in Dallas. You'll save 41% compared to combined regular box office prices!

On this Travel Show Chris explores the world of Best Western - the largest hotel family in the world, with over 4,200 hotels in more than 100 countries. Best Western has over 200 hotels in Canada. And best of all – every Best Western hotel in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean offers free high-speed Internet access to guests. The fact that this free internet policy was implemented over ten years ago shows how much ahead of the curve this hotel group really is! Find out what is new in the world of Best Western!

Chris’ destination this week is close to home but it is world class in terms of its beauty, history and culture. In fact - so much so, that its pristine wilderness has been recognized by UNESCO as being of global importance. We are off to the Southeast of Ontario to take in the 1000 Islands – truly a gem in the crown of Ontario’s tourism offerings. And this area is a mere 3 hours’ drive away - whether you are coming from Montreal or Toronto.

This week Chris is featuring Missouri - one of the most diverse US States. Discover every type of music including jazz, blues and the incredible variety of shows in Branson Missouri – way more than Broadway for example. And meet the famous Lennon Sisters - who embody the quintessential Branson experience. We will explore quaint small towns rich in history… and cosmopolitan, happening cities. We will find out about famous explorers and outlaws. And we will enjoy outdoor activities such as boating and golf and cruising along Route 66. There is truly something for everyone in the Show Me State of Missouri.

This week the Travel Show travels take us to far away and exotic places. We are off to Asia with Air Canada. Asia is the largest continent on the planet and offers endless variety for the traveler. The Far East in particular is a region of incredible civilizations and unique landscapes. Yet many Canadians hesitate to travel there, seeing it as too difficult to get to or too far away for anything other than a once-in-a-lifetime trip. Air Canada has the answer with affordable non-stop flights to many of the Far East’s most dazzling destinations.

This week on the Travel Show - let's talk sunshine, whitewater and memories of a lifetime. We’re talking Colorado! Let’s explore a destination with terrific outdoor activities and a rich Western heritage, mingled with big city attractions. Enjoy urban sophistication in cities like Denver. Venture outdoors in the Rocky Mountains. Taste the excitement of some of the world’s most sought-after whitewater rafting. Discover the history of mining and historical railways. Or, with an average of three hundred sunny days a year - pamper yourself at one of Colorado’s award-winning resorts. Colorado is a four-season state of great diversity, as shown by our focus on the very different Colorado destinations of Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, Grand Junction and Durango.

This week join Chris on a journey to explore the very roots of Country Music as he travels along the Crooked Road in South West Virginia. This trail allows travelers to wander back through time and discover Old Time Music, Bluegrass, Gospel and Country in the musical melting pot that is South West Virginia. This is where you will find music in its natural habitat - played in small town venues, country stores and on the porches of local folk who grew up with a fiddle or a banjo in their hands practically before they could walk. We’ll also be discovering outdoor adventure, crafts and culture, southern cuisine, history and so much more in this fascinating corner of Virginia.

This week we are heading for the home of one of the most ancient and founding civilizations in the world - Greece. Glorious Greece is a world of whitewashed stone and blue, blue seas, and a country with islands spread out like pearls across the Eastern Mediterranean. Greece offers sun-kissed tourism amid the ancient ruins – so it’s a dream destination where you don’t have to choose between relaxation, outdoor adventure and culture. You can have it all! And Transat Holidays have a huge program of flights, hotels, coach tours, cruises .. you name it … to help you discover Greece.

This week the Travel Show takes you to Ottawa. And this year, as always, Ottawa has a packed summer agenda. Where better to enjoy summer than sitting on one of Ottawa’s lively patios, taking in an outdoor festival, boating on the Ottawa River, or cycling along the Rideau Canal? And with Canada Day coming up soon – this is a wonderful time to get outdoors in the sunshine, right in the heart of the city. Don’t visit Ottawa without taking in some of the fabulous museums – no matter what time you visit there are bound to be some not-to-be-missed exhibitions. You can’t beat Ottawa for a getaway, a weekend fling, a treat… or a much needed break.

This week the Travel Show is exploring New York State - family friendly, great value and full of surprises all year round! It is just ninety minutes across the border from Toronto, or a half-day’s drive from Montreal. And it offers the visitor everything from the ultimate bustling city break to a relaxing rural escape. History is everywhere in New York State – from Colonial battlegrounds to Civil War sites to the homes of great men of commerce and innovation who helped shape a nation. Rochester – while it is a medium-sized city - is overflowing with arts and culture. With generous gifts from Kodak founder George Eastman, Rochester is able to boast outstanding art, music and museums. Rochester is also the gateway to The Finger Lakes region – famous for its Riesling wine. Casa Larga Vineyards, for example, is a family owned winery just 20 minutes from downtown Rochester.

This week on the Travel Show we experience the freedom and independence of the open road and the RV lifestyle. If you are looking for a way to explore new places, even those that may be more difficult to access…… if you are looking for a different paced vacation that gives you time to reconnect with family and friends…… if you are looking for a great way to travel with kids and multi-generational groups. Then look no further than ….an RV. Find out what an affordable option it can be and why so many Canadians are turning to the RV lifestyle.

This week the Travel Show is flying off not to a city or even a country but to a whole continent of travel opportunities – Europe! Europe is the most visited continent on the planet and the one that continually tops the charts when Canadians are asked to name their dream destination. Most travelers want the comfort and ease of non-stop flights these days, so this show focuses on some European destinations that Air Canada allows you to fly to non-stop.

This week the Travel Show takes you on one of the most iconic journeys in Canada. Join Chris aboard The Canadian – the transcontinental VIA Rail train – travelling from Toronto right across the country to Vancouver. It’s a journey that is steeped in history and linked to the very foundation of our country. It’s a way to experience the cities, landscapes and people of this great land. VIA say it is “a more human way to travel” – and they can also take you to some of the most beautiful parts of Canada as well!

This week join Chris on location from the other side of the world – broadcasting from Incredible India!! It’s a land that overwhelms visitors with an intoxicating mix of exotic culture, unfamiliar history and equally magnificent landscapes and architecture. Chris takes you on a two week journey in the experienced arms of Insight Vacations as he experiences their “Art of Touring in Style” on their Classical India tour. Come to Delhi, capital of the sub-continent, and across Northern India to the holy city of Varanasi, the oldest continually inhabited city in the world. Travel to Khajuraho’s evocative carved temples, to the palaces of Orchha and of course to Agra, home of the world’s most beautiful building, the Taj Mahal. Chris travels by air, by road, by boat, by train and finally by elephant in the Pink City of Jaipur in Rajasthan.

This week the Travel Show explores Glasgow - a real up and coming city that is packed with vibrant culture, amazing architecture, a phenomenal foodie scene and lots more besides. You can be sure of a warm welcome in Glasgow - Rough Guides travel publication named it the Friendliest City in the World in 2014. It’s a city alive with remarkable culture where you’ll find performing arts, music, museums and galleries galore. And it offers a packed calendar full of exciting festivals. And in this, the Year of Food and Drink in Scotland, there are also some particularly tasty reasons to visit Glasgow.

This week Chris dons Stetson and spurs to mosey on down to Calgary to explore one of Canada’s biggest and most flamboyant festivals – The Calgary Stampede. Every year Calgary draws over a million visitors for this ebullient celebration of Western Culture. The success of the Stampede is in part due to the sheer diversity of attractions and entertainment – from Country Singers to Rodeo Riders, from First Nations displays to agricultural displays and from Chuck Wagon Races to Fireworks to Deep Fried Cookie Dough on a stick…….No wonder they call it the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth!

This week the Travel Show takes you to Scotland to discover its stunning scenery, fascinating history and brave and enduring culture. Plus - a wealth of delicious food experiences await you that connect you to the land, to the people and to the traditions of Scotland. Air Canada Rouge has the only direct flights to Edinburgh from Toronto - with up to 5 flights per week between June 16 to October 14, 2015 on comfortable Boeing 767 airplanes. Plus Air Canada Vacations can arrange hotel stays, day excursions and tours to help you to get the most out of your trip to Scotland.

This week join Chris aboard the brand new river cruise ship - the Avalon Tranquility II. Join the celebrations as Canadian singing icon Jann Arden, who is the ship’s Godmother, christens the ship. Listen along to find out what it is like to travel Europe’s great rivers in this truly luxurious vessel. The Avalon Tranquility II is the latest of the Avalon Ships with Panorama suites. Each suite has one wall completely made of glass and this gives you a wonderful view of the cities, towns and countryside of Europe as it glides gently by, just outside your window. And a further delight of River Cruising is that you tie up right in the heart of these wonderful European cities – built in medieval times when the river was the key mode of transportation.

This week the Travel Show and Transat Holidays take you whale-watching, nature trekking, horse back riding, to the 18th green … and to the world’s top beaches! All in the Dominican Republic! Transat Holidays flies to the Dominican Republic year round and offers top-rated resorts in the wonderful resorts of this amazing island paradise! Santo Domingo, a walkable Colonial city is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site! With eleven courses along the strip, Punta Cana is a golfer’s paradise! Alternatively, Samana is the Dominican Republic’s natural treasure with coves, bays, waterfalls and mountains! See the Caribbean’s largest collection of still-standing 19th century homes in Puerto Plata! And Bayahibe Beach in La Romana is the gateway to Saona Island in the National Park of the East.