60 http://www.travelscope.net/podcast/ en-us 2009 Travelscope Join us as we accept the world's invitation to visit By Joseph Rosendo I share my personal perspective on cultural tourism in each episode of Travelscope. Travelscope was first created as a syndicated radio show more than 24 years ago. It has since expanded into a PBS television series, an eMagazine, as well as video streaming, a travel blog and audio pod-casts. Travel provides the missing link between cultures. We close each show with a quote from Mark Twain: ‘Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow-mindedness.” It’s a truth that first turned me on to travel and has kept me hooked for more than thirty years. Joseph Rosendo info@travelscope.net Joseph Rosendo la_paz la_paz La Paz, is the capital of Baja California Sur, the political center of the southern peninsula, and yet, it is still a piece of undiscovered and unspoiled Mexico. Located on the beautiful Sea of Cortez it offers visitors a wide range of activities from fishing and sea kayaking to just strolling along the seaside mallecon. Joseph heads to this seaside destination to take in its many attractions. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/La_Paz.mp3 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:03:02 +00:00 00:54:13 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo Mozambique, Africa Mozambique, Africa When you think of Africa you hardly think of a beautiful beach, but in Mozambique, Africa that’s exactly what you should be thinking about.  Joseph traveled to Mozambique for one of two shows on Africa that will be featured in Travelscope TV Season IV – which begins airing in June 2010. After the long flight from the U.S. aboard South African Airways, Joseph joined Geoff Calmeyer of Roar Africa on a sun-soaked, white-sand beach in Mozambique. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/mozambique_africa.mp3 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:43:59 +00:00 00:08:35 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo claremont_hotel_and_spa claremont_hotel_and_spa Joseph heads to Northern California to the other city on the bay – Oakland – where he stays at the newly renovated Claremont Hotel Club & Spa. The 1915 castle on the Berkeley Hills has recently spruced up its guest rooms, reinvented the Spa Claremont and, most notably, transformed their gourmet dining offering into the innovative Meritage. It’s in this venue that award-wining chef Josh Thomsen conjures up an array of delectable specialties served in half or full portions accompanied by a choice of appropriate wine vintages.  A devotee of local products Josh hunts down the best of regional producers to give guests a real taste of Northern California. Discoveries such as Hog Island oysters pleasantly surprise and totally satisfy the most discerning diner.  From a sunny spot at Meritage during breakfast Joseph enjoys stunning views of fog-shrouded San Francisco while speaking with marketing manager Mickey Khangsengsing about the new shine on this grand old lady. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/claremont_hotel_club_spa.mp3 Wed, 19 May 2010 14:15:44 +00:00 00:07:47 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo cultural_folk_tours cultural_folk_tours Cappadocia, in Turkey’s rural heart, is a natural wonder and a cultural treasure chest.  It is where the East and West have collided and “fairy chimneys” — fantastic volcanic ash formations — have risen from the land and tower over beautifully carved valleys. The Travelscope TV episode will air as part of Season IV which begins airing on PBS stations nationwide on June 2010. As a preview to its release Joseph meets up with Bora Özkök of Cultural Folk Tours at the Los Angeles Times Travel and Adventure show to talk about Cappadocia, Bora’s tours and the Cappadocia Suites — one of the finest and most unusual accommodations in Turkey. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/cultural_folk_tour.mp3 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:22:10 +00:00 00:06:19 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo new_brunswick_canada_s_bay_of_fundy_isles new_brunswick_canada_s_bay_of_fundy_isles The Bay of Fundy has the highest tides in the world. The contrast between low and high tides may reach 45 feet. The people whose lives are most influenced by this amazing natural phenomena are the inhabitants of New Brunswick, Canada’s Bay of Fundy Isles – a string of scenic islands where lives are dependent on the sea and lived with respect for nature’s awesome power. Grand Manan, Deer Island and Campobello are the three most frequented islands. On this adventure Joseph visits all three and meets New Brunswick, Canada’s secret treasure—its people. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/new_brunswick_BOFI.mp3 Tue, 30 Mar 2010 23:05:25 +00:00 00:51:06 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo south_africa_adventure south_africa_adventure Joseph heads out on safari at the Shamwari Wildlife Preserve then visits the town of Alicedale – where people power is thriving. Along the way he visits a Capetown area winery for some rest, relaxation and wine tasting. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/south_africa_adventure.mp3 Tue, 30 Mar 2010 23:02:25 +00:00 00:33:13 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo switzerland_-_bettmerhof_inn switzerland_-_bettmerhof_inn The UNESCO World Heritage site of Bettmeralp sits at 6,561 surrounding with the Valais region of Switzerland’s beautiful mountains.  A four season destination, Bettmeralp is family-friendly and car-free – and typically Swiss. At the quaint village of Bettmeralp – dubbed the Better Alp by the tourism board – Joseph stayed at the Bettmerhof, which is situated near the chair lift which leads to alpine meadows in the summertime and excellent downhill skiing in the wintertime. Christian Iholster, his wife and two children were Joseph’s hosts and hostesses. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/switzerland_bettmerhof_inn.mp3 Wed, 24 Mar 2010 05:00:03 +00:00 00:10:49 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo originalsheds_com originalsheds_com Bursting at the seams in their home office prompted Joseph and Julie to scour the internet for “extra space” options. They found a cute cedar “sun shed” online and made the leap. Joseph speaks with the Obie Miller one of the family of owners of OriginalSheds.com about Travelscope’s expansion and other space-utilizing ideas that the company offers their customers. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/original_sheds.mp3 Wed, 17 Mar 2010 04:39:09 +00:00 00:09:17 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo geneva_switzerland_-_beau_rivage_hotel geneva_switzerland_-_beau_rivage_hotel Joseph journeys to Switzerland to capture footage for two PBS television shows on Switzerland. First stop was the international city of Geneva where he stayed on Lake Geneva at the historic and typically grand Swiss hotel – the Beau Rivage. Founded in 1865 by the Mayer family, the hotel is noted for the famous people who have stayed there.  Joseph speaks with Jacques Mayer, the hotel’s managing owner, about his family’s long association with the legendary hotel. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/geneva-switzerland.mp3 Mon, 1 Mar 2010 13:11:28 +00:00 00:09:45 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo washington_d_c_-lowes_madison washington_d_c_-lowes_madison The nation’s capital is an exciting destination in any season. It’s a moving experience to wander around the Mall and visit all the monuments to our nation’s history. During a recent stay in the city Joseph situated himself close to the action at the Loews’ Madison Hotel – just a hop, skip and a jump from the White House. He speaks with General Manager Larry Beiderman and chef Arnel Esposo about the property. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/loews_madison.mp3 Mon, 8 Feb 2010 17:46:51 +00:00 00:09:10 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo orsay_restaurant_ny_ny orsay_restaurant_ny_ny New York, New York is a hellava a town—for restaurants. In every neighborhood you can find a world of cuisines. Designed by Jean Denoyer, Orsay, located on the Upper East Side at Lexington and 75th Street, is a fine dining establishment that is at its heart a warm, welcoming neighborhood French eatery. Menu selections offer a delicious combination of light classical French dishes and the popular comfort foods of a Parisian brasserie. Joseph speaks with manager/partner Hassan El Garrahy about the restaurant. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/orsay_restaurant.mp3 Sat, 23 Jan 2010 16:53:04 +00:00 07:00:00 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo christmas_smoke christmas_smoke It’s holiday time and at this time of year Joseph’s childhood memories take him back to his grandparents home in Miami, Florida. Cuban immigrants, they celebrated a traditional “Noche Buena” with roast pork, red wine, black beans, white rice, yucca, plantains and, in his grandfather’s case, a long, dark, fat Cuban cigar. Joseph’s grandfather, Carlos, was a cigar maker from Pinar de Rios, Cuba.  Just in time for Christmas, Joseph tells his “Christmas Story” in this moving and evocative pod cast. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/Christmas_Smoke.mp3 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 23:58:00 +00:00 00:08:35 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo washington_dc_-_location_location_location washington_dc_-_location_location_location Joseph visits the nation’s capital and stops off at the historic Madison, a Loews Hotel, to speak with general manger Larry Beiderman about the White House-adjacent property and an upcoming cultural event. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/washington_dc_location.mp3 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:20:58 +00:00 00:04:25 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo zambia_bush_and_river_safari zambia_bush_and_river_safari Gold Medal Winner - “Lowell Thomas Journalism Award” Joseph flies into the bush for astonishing wildlife and cultural encounters with the animals and people of Zambia’s Luangwa Valley before he “roughs it” in a swank safari camp on the shore of the great Zambezi river within ear shot of hippos and elephants. He then heads south to stand on historic Livingstone Island at the edge of thundering Victoria Falls. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/zambia_bush_and_river_safari.mp3 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:44:42 +00:00 00:44:59 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo joseph_speaks_with_peter_mclaughlin joseph_speaks_with_peter_mclaughlin Joseph speaks with Qantas Airways vice-president Peter McLaughlin about a once-in-a-lifetime bargain air package, Qantas’ new A380 and Australia—that great, big land down-under that has such wonders in it. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/qantas_airwayss.mp3 Sat, 10 Oct 2009 04:35:20 +00:00 00:11:54 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo British Virgin Island British Virgin Island Blue skies, white sand beaches, spicy food and music—and the friendliest people on earth Joseph discovers all this and more on the British Virgin Island. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/british_virgin_island.mp3 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:14:22 +00:00 00:54:10 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo alaska_cruise_2 alaska_cruise_2 Joseph continues his Alaska — America’s Last Frontier Regency Cruise with stops in Juneau, Skagway and Sitka and discovers more of this Great Land and its people. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/alaska_cruise_2.mp3 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 17:47:16 +00:00 00:53:59 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo alaska_cruise_part_1 alaska_cruise_part_1 America’s Last Frontier has a world of attractions awaiting the visitor — in every season. Today Joseph takes off on a Regent Seven Seas Mariner Alaska adventure. He’ll highlight the historic and multi-cultural side of Anchorage, sample local cuisine, view wildlife and soak up Alaska’s breathtaking beauty. We’ll also meet the people of Alaska they’ll share with us their unique spirit and character and along the way we’ll give you some ideas so that you can plan your own Alaska journey. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/alaska_cruise_part_1.mp3 Wed, 9 Sep 2009 21:53:43 +00:00 00:53:58 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo acadian_festival_2009 acadian_festival_2009 New Brunswick is Canada’s only bi-lingual province and the peaceful co-existence between the French Acadian culture and the English Loyalist culture gives you two experiences for the price of one. Add to that New Brunswick’s natural beauty and the amazing Bay of Fundy tides and a world of adventure awaits you. Joseph returns to New Brunswick for the 400th anniversary of the French landing in North America to celebrate the Festival Acadien of Caraquet. It’s a two-week cultural celebration that culminates in a mardi-gras style street party throughout the Acadien Peninsula.  We’ll learn about the past, present and future of the Acadians. We’ll join in their festival and partake of some of the many attractions New Brunswick offers year round. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/acadian_festival_2009.mp3 Thu, 3 Sep 2009 22:45:03 +00:00 00:54:07 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo San Antonio, TX – Every Texan’s Second Home San Antonio, TX – Every Texan’s Second Home San Antonio is every Texan’s second hometown. From the Alamo to the river walk San Antonio entertains, informs and inspires at every bend in the river. While visiting San Antonio in preparation for a Travelscope Television shoot next Spring, Joseph’s discovers a very comfortable and historic home away from home – The Drury Plaza. He gets the lowdown on the property from the assistant general manager. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/DruryInnGreekCruiseAthens.mp3 Mon, 3 Aug 2009 14:08:43 +00:00 00:54:10 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo greek_holiday greek_holiday Joseph hits the path less traveled with Variety Cruise Line. From Folegandros to Kea, Joseph weighs anchor on the Galileo for the Jewel of Cyclades tour. After the cruise Joseph explored the “new” Athens and when he returned home he talked with Chris Petsilas, Deputy Director of the Greek National Tourist Office in New York about what Athens has to offer visitors. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/Greek_Holiday.mp3 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:03:09 +00:00 00:28:46 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo east_la_meets_napa east_la_meets_napa Join Joseph as he speaks with chef Daniel Salcido about East L.A. meets Napa – an annual Los Angeles event held downtown in historic Union Station benefiting AltaMed which provides healthcare for needy persons of Latin heritage in Los Angeles. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/EastLA_Meets_Napa.mp3 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:34:06 +00:00 00:07:16 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo The Island of palau The Island of palau Join Joseph on his Micronesia adventure to the island of Palau, noted for diving, scenic beauty and exotic cultures.  Among other things, on this podcast we visit the Rock Islands, take a kayak trip through mangrove forests and swim with non-stinging jelly fish.  Along the way, Joseph meets the friendly islanders and participants in some festive celebrations—Palau-style. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/palau.mp3 Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:23:37 +00:00 00:54:06 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo Malaysia Malaysia Malaysia is a dynamic multi-racial, multi-cultural country that offers the traveler a wide range of activities, experiences and natural adventures.  Travelscope’s Malaysia Adventure highlights the Colors of Malaysia Festival and explores the capital city of Kuala Lumpur, the historic town of Melacca and the islands of Penang and Langkawi. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/Colors_of_Malaysia.mp3 Wed, 20 May 2009 23:11:01 +00:00 00:54:10 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo Aquitaine, France Aquitaine, France Our Aquitaine, France adventure explores its major city Bordeaux, the medieval wine village of St. Emillon and the Dordorgne, an area of great food, wine and Cro-Magnon Man.  We’ll dine on fresh oysters, foie gras, duck and goose, and raise a glass or two, and say, “Vive la France.” media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/Aquitaine_France.mp3 Sun, 3 May 2009 19:07:49 +00:00 00:53:58 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope When we think exotic, romantic, exciting beaches — Rio comes to mind.  When we think celebrations — Carnaval! — Rio comes to mind.  Yet, Rio is more than beaches and a non-stop party.  We’ll discover the many faces of Rio on Travelscope’s Rio de Janeiro adventure. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/rio-de-janeiro.mp3 Fri, 17 Apr 2009 06:01:18 +00:00 00:54:11 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope San Antonio is our favorite Texas town —- there’s a slew of attractions to entertain you — the Alamo, the Riverwalk, the music, the art — but it’s San Antonio’s diverse cultures and the way the people that is most impressive.  Why not?  They have a lot to celebrate — and today we’re celebrating the San Antonio Express- News Wine Festival.  media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/SanAntonio09.mp3 Fri, 6 Mar 2009 17:08:51 +00:00 00:54:19 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope It’s spring and the salmon are jumping on the Miramichi River in New Brunswick, Canada.  Joseph tries his hand at snaring the big ones and along the way he shares some of non-fishing experiences as well.  All this and more on this Travelscope Adventure. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/Miramichi2009.mp3 Fri, 6 Mar 2009 07:58:03 +00:00 00:54:06 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Fredericksburg may be in Texas — but if you squint and sniff just a bit you’ll get a real taste of Germany. Just a 90-minute drive from San Antonio, Fredericksburg keeps its visitors busy with a German heritage, historic museums, varied accommodations, gourmet restaurants, wineries and festivals. Don’t get me wrong, this is not a Disneyland presentation of Germany – with lederhosen and Bavarian chalets — Fredericksburg’s soul may be German, but its history is firmly planted in Texas’ pioneer past.  media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/Fredericksburg2009.mp3 Fri, 6 Mar 2009 07:41:54 +00:00 00:54:04 travel, outdoors, vacation Joseph Rosendo Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Guten Tag! Good Day! Germany offers the visitor great natural beauty, a dynamic history, cultural treasures and an array of activities to satisfy every interest — including the yearly pre-lent Carnival or FastNacht Celebration. Today Joseph heads out on a tour of the Southern German state of Baden-Wittenberg that takes him from the cosmopolitan city of Stuttgart to the Black Forest, along the Rhine to Lake Constance and beyond. You’ll meet the revelers and participates at Germany’s Carnival — a yearly celebration designed to chase away the winter blues. So grab your jester’s cap and your wooden mask for a good dose of “Gemutlichkeit” — the good life — on part one of Travelscope’s Carnival in Germany Adventure. media.libsyn.com/media/travelscope/CarnivalPart12009.mp3 Fri, 6 Mar 2009 07:33:26 +00:00 00:54:19 travel, outdoors, vacation