Food, Wine, and Travel with IFWTWA

Amy Piper - 2023 IFWTWA Travel Writers Conference Aboard Discovery Princess

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Monday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) features Amy Piper who gives an overview of the 2023 Annual IFWTWA Conference. This annual writers development conference will be held October 1-7, 2023, aboard Princess Cruise Lines' The Discovery. It is open to all food wine and travel writers.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/nAmmmSUBtQ8 The ship departs October 1, 2023 from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada and arrives in Los Angeles, CA, on October 7 for a total of six cruise nights. The conference will be held on the newest ship in the Princess fleet, the stunning Discovery Princess. Reservations must be made on or before August 31, 2023. For full itinerary details including the networking opportunities, expert speakers and professional development sessions, FAM trips, and cruise rates for members and non-members, visit: https://www.ifwtwa.org/2023-ifwtwa-conference/ An IFWTWA Director, Conference Chair, and Publications Editor, Amy Piper is a Lansing, Michigan-based freelance travel writer, blogger, and photographer. She is also the author of "100 Things to Do in Lansing Before You Die." Follow her adventures at https://followthepiper.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kathryn Anderson and Julie Dee Suman - Outdoor Destinations from Canada to Florida

It's all about Outdoor Travel and Destinations on Big Blend Radio's 3rd Friday "Travel Writers Panel Discussion" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). From Vancouver B.C. to Pensacola FL, get a spark for adventure with this fun discussion about exploring the outdoors and the benefits of connecting with nature.Featured Guests:- KATHRYN ANDERSON focuses on Stanley Park and coastal Vancouver in British Columbia that everything from hiking, biking and canoeing in Stanley Park, to strolling a 28 km long seawall, which is the world's longest uninterrupted waterfront path. Story Spotlight: https://coffeeandmascara.org/5-little-known-facts-about-stanley-park- JULIE DEE SUMAN talks about Gulf Islands National Seashore in Pensacola, Florida, the longest stretch of federally protected seashore in the United States. This coastal park destination is a haven for bird lovers and outdoor recreationists, and history enthusiasts. Story Spotlight: https://www.goworldtravel.com/pensacola-florida-travelers-guide/Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christine Whitney - Visit Kitsap Peninsula in Washington State

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show features Christine Whitney of Visit Kitsap who shares what there is to experience on the Kitsap Peninsula, which is just across from Seattle, and known as the Natural Side of Puget Sound. The Kitsap Peninsula is surrounded by 371 miles of shoreline and is officially part of the National Water Trails system, Washington State’s only such designation. Here one can experience an abundance of natural beauty with plenty of opportunities to enjoy safe and healthy outdoor recreational activities all year round. More: https://www.visitkitsap.com/ Special thank you to the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paula Schuck - The Renaissance of Lake Placid, New York

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer Paula Schuck who talks about her family's winter snow adventures in Lake Placid, New York.WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/20ZUoOOOtOALocated high up in the Adirondack Mountains, Lake Placid is home of two Winter Olympics. With a well-known Olympic history, Lake Placid is now embracing a future vision lifting the Olympic Region once again to an enviable position on the world stage. What better place to embrace winter and challenge yourself to ski, snowboard, snowshoe, bobsled, or simply enjoy the outdoors? Read Paula's story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/lake-placids-renaissance/Follow Paula's blog at https://www.thriftymommastips.com/Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amanda O’Brien and Debbie Stone - Food and Wine Destinations

It's all about Food and Wine Destinations on Big Blend Radio's 3rd Friday Travel Writers Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). From Switzerland to Spain, and Oregon to Washington State, get a "taste of place" with these two delicious discussions about wine tasting and eating local foods when traveling across the country or abroad. Featured Guests:AMANDA O'BRIEN started publishing "The Boutique Adventurer" in November 2016 after nearly 20 years working for big global companies in marketing. "The Boutique Adventurer" is for travelers 35+ years who are still keen to have adventures but like to end their travel day in a boutique hotel with a high thread count on the sheets and a nice glass of local wine.STORY LINKS:** https://theboutiqueadventurer.com/wineries-in-washington/ ** https://theboutiqueadventurer.com/wineries-in-charlottesville-va/ ** https://theboutiqueadventurer.com/rioja-wineries/ DEBBIE STONE is an established travel writer and columnist who crosses the globe in search of unique destinations and experiences to share with her audience. She’s an avid explorer who welcomes new opportunities to increase awareness and enthusiasm for places, culture, food, history, nature, outdoor adventure, wellness, and more. Her travels have taken her to nearly 100 countries and all seven continents.STORY LINKS:** https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/experiencing-a-french-baking-class-is-the-best-souvenir-from-paris/ ** https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/all-aboard-for-chocolate-and-cheese/ ** https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/take-a-bean-to-bar-journey-with-a-creo-chocolate-tour/ ** https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/taste-your-way-through-the-city-of-canals-on-a-street-food-tour/ Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Karina Diez - Visit Buena Park in Southern California

This episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features Karina Diez from Visit Buena Park in Southern California. Just 5 minutes from Disneyland®, and a short ride from Huntington Beach and Los Angeles, Buena Park is the ideal basecamp for your California dream vacation.Known as the "Land of Yes," Buena Park invites you to surrender to the power of yes. To say “yes” to everything simply because you can. Yes to screaming coasters at Knott's Berry Farm. Yes to knights in tights at Medieval Times. Yes to waterslide wedgies at Soak City Waterpark. Yes to nights filled with performing pirates at Pirates Dinner Adventure, cotton candy cocktails at The Cauldron, and laughs that never stop at the dueling piano bar Beach Boulevard Club. Because in Buena Park the answer to every question is Yes! Start planning your visit today at https://www.visitbuenapark.com/For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rose Palmer - Pandaw Cruise on the Mekong River

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and photographer Rose Palmer who talks about her cruise experience with Pandaw on the Mekong River.
 
Imitated, but never duplicated, Pandaw is the original riverboat cruise company on the mighty Mekong in Asia. Rose cruised on two of Pandaw’s classic river boats on the Mekong. She started with an 11-day sailing on the upper Mekong through Laos on the Laos Pandaw, and then went on a classic 7-day cruise on the Bassac Pandaw exploring the Lower Mekong through Vietnam and Cambodia. Read her story: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/cruising-with-pandaw-on-the-mekong-river/
 
Follow Rose Palmer's adventures at https://quiltripping.com/
 
Special thanks to the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) - https://www.ifwtwa.org/
 

Sherrye Wyatt - Embrace Whidbey and Camano Islands in Washington

On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s 2nd Tuesday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA, Sherrye Wyatt discusses the various nature and outdoor adventures, as well as the art and cultural highlights, wine, culinary, and lodging experiences you can enjoy on Whidbey and Camano Islands. Also hear about the region being part of the new Maritime Washington National Heritage Area, and its journey of becoming a regenerative and transformational travel destination. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/X8lYyn__upILocated in Washington State, Whidbey and Camano Islands are located in the middle of Puget Sound and an easy drive from Seattle. A great antidote for big city pressures, these rural islands feature wide-open beaches, scenic vistas, outdoor adventures, great art, fine dining, and more. See: https://whidbeycamanoislands.com/For more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) visit https://www.ifwtwa.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.