

Travel with Amateur Traveler Podcast
Chris Christensen
Since 2005, Amateur Traveler has been talking about different destinations every week. It covers destinations all over the world with an emphasis on culturally rich travel. Learn more about your world. Amateur Traveler won its creator, Chris Christensen, a Travel+Leisure award as the "best independent travel journalist" and entry into the "Podcast Hall of Fame."
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Jul 20, 2013 • 32min
AT#379 - Travel to Belarus
Hear about travel to Belarus as the Amateur Traveler talks to Velvet Dallesandro about his trip to this former member state of the Solviet Union. Belarus is very close to Poland and the Baltic states but does not get as much western tourism as those countries. Velvet is on a quest to see all the former Soviet countries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 13, 2013 • 46min
AT#378 - Travel to Buenos Aires, Argentina
Hear about travel to Buenos Aires, Argentina as the Amateur Traveler talks to Leandro Gonzalez about his hometown. Buenos Aires is a large cosmopolitan city of 13 million people. Leandro tries to help us find options for travelers from the backpacker to the upscale traveler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 29, 2013 • 32min
AT#377 - Travel to South Australia
Hear about travel to South Australia as the Amateur Traveler alks to Dave and Deb from ThePlanetD.com about their recent trip down under. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 22, 2013 • 41min
AT#376 - Travel to Western Norway
Hear about travel to Oslo and Western Norway as the Amateur Traveler talks to Øystein about his native Norway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 15, 2013 • 53min
AT#375 Travel to Amsterdam in the Netherlands
In this conversation with Erik Smith, a travel blogger from onmyfeetorinmymind.com, listeners dive into the charm of Amsterdam after Erik's numerous visits. He shares tips on must-see museums and quirky collections, including the famed Anne Frank House. Erik highlights the bike-friendly culture and local markets, while offering insights into the evolving Red Light District. The rich history features prominently, along with nearby day-trip destinations like Haarlem. Discover Amsterdam’s vibrant ambiance and diverse culinary experiences through Erik's engaging anecdotes!

Jun 8, 2013 • 47min
AT#374 - Travel to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam
Hear about travel to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam as the Amateur Traveler talks to Jodi Ettenberg from legalnomads.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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May 25, 2013 • 34min
AT#373 Travel to Slovenia
Travel writer Michael Sanchina shares his passion for Slovenia, highlighting five must-visit gems like Ljubljana, Piran, and the Soča Valley. He contrasts the vibrant nightlife of Ljubljana with the serene beauty of Bohinj over the crowded Bled. Insightful tips on eco-tourism and local cuisine, including late-night burak, reveal the country’s rich cultural tapestry. Michael also emphasizes the importance of renting a car for exploration and suggests connecting with local tourism boards for a truly authentic experience.

May 18, 2013 • 46min
AT#372 - Travel to Stockholm, Sweden
Hear about travel to Stockholm, Sweden as the Amateur Traveler talks to Malin from HauteCompass.com about Sweden's beautiful capital city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 11, 2013 • 27min
AT#371 - Travel to Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe, Zambia)
Hear about travel to Victoria Falls as the Amateur Traveler talks to Nir Ben-Dov about his trip to this spectacular falls on the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia. This was Nir’s second trip and his wife’s first trip from their home in Israel to this famed set of falls in southern Africa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 4, 2013 • 36min
AT#370 - Travel to Fort Worth, Texas
Hear about travel to Fort Worth, Texas as the Amateur Traveler talks again to Jason Hull about Fort Worth Texas the "City of Cowboys and Culture". Sometimes over shadowed by it's neighbor Dallas Jason shows us why Fort Worth is worth a visit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


