Zipping Around The World Travel Podcast

Episode 34 - This is the fifth of six episodes that goes into detail about our Greek trip.  This episode details our time on the island of Santorini and the island of Naxos.  All relevant information for this episode can be found on my website www.zippingaroundtheworld.com under the Greece tab.  Please subscribe to the show and leave a review on iTunes.  Both of these actions supports the show!

Episode 33 - This is the fourth of six episodes that goes into detail about our Greek trip.  This episode details our last day on the island of Samos and our first day and half on Santorini.  All relevant information for this episode can be found on my website www.zippingaroundtheworld.com under the Greece tab.  Please subscribe to the show and leave a review on iTunes.  Both of these actions supports the show!

Episode 32 - This is the third of six episodes that goes into detail about our Greek trip.  This episode focuses on the island of Samos and an excursion to the island of Patmos.  All relevant information for this episode can be found on my website www.zippingaroundtheworld.com under the Greece tab.  Please subscribe to the show and leave a review on iTunes.  Both of these actions supports the show!

Episode 31 - This is the second of six episodes that goes into detail about our Greek trip.  This episode focuses on the island of Samos and an excursion to Ephesus, Turkey.  All relevant information for this episode can be found on my website www.zippingaroundtheworld.com under the Greece tab.  Please subscribe to the show and leave a review on iTunes.  Both of these actions supports the show!

Episode 30 - This is the first of six episodes that goes into detail about our Greek trip.  This episode focuses on Athens, as we use it for a stop over before heading out to the islands.  All relevant information for this episode can be found on my website www.zippingaroundtheworld.com under the Greece tab.  Please subscribe to the show and leave a review on iTunes.  Both of these actions supports the show!

Episode 29 - My friend Ben recently got back from Shanghai, China and did some awesome research on travel logistics in China for this episode.  He also discusses a few touristy spots and eating in China as well.  Ben mentions this website for visas to China: www.CIBTVISAS.COM and for getting train tickets, even overseas, he used this website: www.TravelChinaGuide.com/china-trains. You can make a comment on the show at www.zippingaroundtheworld.com under the Contact Dan tab. Don't forget to subscribe to the show and leave a review in iTunes!

Episode 28 - This Episode is an overview of the Normandy, France trip that I am going to take with my father.  Of course, we'll be stopping by Brussels, Dusseldorf, and even England along the way.  Any relevant links and notes for this episode can be found on my website www.zippingaroundtheworld.com under the Normandy tab.  Please subscribe to the show and leave a review in iTunes.  You can leave me a comment in my website under the Contact Dan tab.

Episode 27 - I have the finishing in-depth discussion with expert Israeli historian and travel guide Will who has lived in Israel and has been back touring countless times. This is part 2 of 2.  Part 1 can be found in Episode 26.  Visit my website for travel related information at www.zippingaroundtheworld.com.  Please subscribe to the show and leave a rating. 

Episode 26 - I have an in-depth discussion with expert Israeli historian and travel guide Will who has lived in Israel and has been back touring countless times. This is part 1 or 2.  Visit my website for travel related information at www.zippingaroundtheworld.com.  Please subscribe to the show and leave a rating. 

Episode 25 - This is a review of the 9th and 10th days out of 10 of our Japan trip.  Day 9 we head to Himeji to see astonishing Himeji Castle and we end the day on the sensory overload Tombori River Walk in Osaka eating Takoyaki. Day 10 takes us to Osaka Castle and the airport, but not before a little logistical train scare!  A review of days 1-8 can be found on Episodes 21-24.  For better insight to this show it would be helpful to listen to Episode 5 Japan Trip Planning and Episode 4 Japan Rail Discussion. All relevant links to this show can be found on www.zippingaroundtheworld.com under the Japan tab.  You can leave comments in the Comments tab as well.  Please support the show by subscribing and leaving a review on iTunes.

Episode 24 - This is a review of the 7th and 8th days out of 10 of our Japan trip.  Day 7 starts in Kyoto going to Arashiyama Monkey Park and Nijo Castel before heading to Kobe for dinner.  Day 8 takes us back to Kyoto to tour 4 spectacular temples.   A review of days 1-6 can be found on Episodes 21-23.  For better insight to this show it would be helpful to listen to Episode 5 Japan Trip Planning and Episode 4 Japan Rail Discussion. All relevant links to this show can be found on www.zippingaroundtheworld.com under the Japan tab.  You can leave comments in the Comments tab as well.  Please support the show by subscribing and leaving a review on iTunes.

Episode 23 - This is a review of the 5th and 6th days of our 10 day Japan trip. We have day trips to Nara and Hiroshima/Miyajima using Kyoto as our base and using trains, metros, buses, trams, and ferries. A review of travel days 1-4 can be found on Episodes 21 & 22. For more insight listening to Episode 4 Japan Rail Discussion and Episode 5 Japan Trip Planning would be helpful.  All important links to the show can found on my website, www.zippingaroundtheworld.com, under the Japan tab. Please subscribe to the show to show your support!

Episode 22 - This is a review of the 4th day out of 10 of our Japan trip.  This day started in Tokyo, stopped in Nagoya, toured Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto, before returning to Nagoya to enjoy dinner at the famous Yabaton restaurant.  A review of days 1,2, and 3 can be found on Episode 23.  For better insight to this show it would be helpful to listen to Episode 5 Japan Trip Planning and Episode 4 Japan Rail Discussion. All relevant links to this show can be found on www.zippingaroundtheworld.com under the Japan tab.  You can leave comments in the Comments tab as well.  Please support the show by subscribing and leaving a review on iTunes.

Episode 21 - This is a review of the first 3 days out of 10 of our Japan trip. These 3 days were spent in Tokyo. For better insight to this show it would be helpful to listen to Episode 5 Japan Trip Planning first.  To get your rail passes or pocket Wifi go to JRPASS. All relevant links to this show can be found on www.zippingaroundtheworld.com under the Japan tab. You can leave comments on the Comments tab as well.  Please support the show by subscribing and leaving a review on iTunes.

Episode 20 - I discuss American Military Cemeteries in Europe, and that I have a relative who is memorialized at the Ardennes American Military Cemetery in Neupre (Neuville-en-Condroz), Belgium.  I detail how he was shot down in a B24 over the English Channel near Dunkirk, France in Feb 15, 1943, and unfortunately his body was never recovered. Please subscribe to the show, and leave a comment on iTunes.  Comments can be made through my website - www.zippingaroundtheworld.com  

Episode 19 - The second part of my discussion on India with Gautam and Amber Lynn.  In this episode we discuss Indian Weddings, low cost India airlines, Walking Tours in Calcutta (Kolkata), and Touring Mumbai Important links  www.calcuttawalks.com Used in Mumbai  www.amazetours.in Indigo Air - www.goindigo.in Air B&B in Mumbai area -  https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/17798557   Don't forget to subscribe to the show! Leave a review on ITunes.   Leave comments at www.zippingaroundtheworld.com    

Episode 18 - I interview my friends Gautam and Amber Lynn who just got back from a trip to India.  They did independent travel with their 2 boys, and went to an Indian wedding.  This is part 1 of a 2 part discussion with them.  In this episode they discuss their flight, New Delhi, Taj Mahal, and so much more. Important links Air B&B in New Delhi https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/21614148 Pioneer Holidays https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g304551-d9826216-Reviews-Pioneer_Holidays-New_Delhi_National_Capital_Territory_of_Delhi.html Ola - care hire company like Uber Don't forget to subscribe to the show!  Rate the show on iTunes and leave a comment on my website www.zippingaroundtheworld.com

Episode 17 - I interview my wife on the girls trip she took to Chicago. She feel in love with the city. Here are the fun / great / awesome places that she went. Purple Pig www.thepurplepigchicago.com Architecture Boat Tour  www.architecture.org/experience-caf/tours/detail/chicago-architecture-foundation-river-cruise-aboard-chicagos-first-lady-cruises/ John Hancock Building Signature Room www.signatureroom.com Willis Tower (Old Sears Tower) www.willistower.com Oriental Theater www.broadwayinchicago.com/theatre/chicagos-oriental-theatre Sable www.sablechicago.com Frontera Grill www.rickbayless.com/restaurants/frontera-grill Gibsons www.gibsonssteakhouse.com Labriola www.labriolacafe.com Blue Frog 22 - Karaoke www.local22chicago.com Snickers Chicago, Yelp App, and Navy Pier Don't forget to subscribe to the show!  Zippingaroundtheworld.com

Episode 16 - Dan help's his friend, Jeff plan a trip to Germany.  They discuss itinerary, booking cheap flights, and rental cars in Europe. Important Links Erlanger Beer Festival -https://www.bavaria.by/experiences/city-country-culture/traditions-customs/folk-festivals-in-bavaria/bergkirchweih-fair-in-erlangen/ www.accorhotels.com - Ibis and Novetel properties Michele Thomas Language - www.michelthomas.com Ham Ham restaurant - Kurzestrasse 5, Dusseldorf Holiday Inn Express - Dusseldorf City North - Mercedesstrasse 14 Hotel Indigo - Dusseldorf - Victoriaplatz

Episode 15 - Three time guest and world traveler Phil is back to discuss some travel tip like the app MOBILE PASS which works like an epassport, and gets you through the immigration lines in the USA so much faster.  We discuss his recent trip to Bonn, Germany and Burton-Upon-Trent.  Important links to the show are: Bonn,Germany Ameron Hotel Konigshof - https://www.ameronhotels.com/en/hotel-koenigshof-bonn Take Two Bar and Restaurant - https://www.google.com/maps/place/TAKE+TWO+-+BAR+%26+RESTAURANT/@50.7357655,7.1025706,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x47bee10a8c8908eb:0x575c1000ad055a10!8m2!3d50.7357621!4d7.1047593 Burton-Upon-Trent, England Dover Cliff Hall Hotel - www.dovercliffhallhotel.co.uk