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Saturday Feb 18, 2023
Saturday Feb 18, 2023
In episode 89, we take two-day trips from Sedona, Arizona. This is part three of a series of podcasts recapping our travels to Camp Verde, Sedona, and nearby places in Arizona.
Day Trips From Sedona
We had two main destinations outside of Sedona during our travel to the area - Jerome Arizona and the Grand Canyon.
Jerome Arizona Day Trip
We booked the Jerome History Walk tour with the Jerome Ghost Tours company. The small group tour explored the once-booming mining history of the area, visiting key locations in town. We loved listening to stories about the old mining town, saloon escapes, and the rise and decline of Jerome.
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When in Jerome, we highly recommend The Clinkscale for dining. Our lunch there was fantastic!
We started our day attending church at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in nearby Clarkdale, Arizona. After mass, we strolled the town, which offered a wonderful small-town America feel.
Grand Canyon Railway Tour
Our next day trip adventure was riding about The Grand Canyon Railway from Williams, AZ, to the Grand Canyon Village. The vintage train traveled through beautiful plains and canyons. We enjoyed the live entertainment including Wild West shoot-out before our ride, and musicians who serenaded us during the journey.
If you haven’t seen the Grand Canyon dusted with snow, it is quite a sight to see.
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Downtown Sedona Visit
We also take a quick stop in Downtown Sedona for shopping, coffee, and browsing the art galleries at the Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village.
Zane Grey RV Village
Our week-long stay near Sedona was at the Zane Grey RV Village in Camp Verde. We provide a recap of this stay on today's episode.
Reading About Places on This Episode
Jerome - Images of America by Midge Steuber
The Story of the Grand Canyon Railway: Cowboys, Miners, Presidents and Kings by Al Richmond
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Saturday Feb 04, 2023
Saturday Feb 04, 2023
On episode 88, we hit the hiking trails in Sedona Arizona. This is part two of a series of podcasts recapping our travels to Camp Verde and Sedona Arizona as well as nearby places.
Sedona Hiking Trails on this Episode
We took several hikes during our visit and discuss these walks in this episode:
Little Horse Trail
Chapel of the Holy Cross (via hiking)
Cathedral Rock
Devil's Bridge
Resources
Great Sedona Hikes by William Bohan and David Butler
Best Hikes Sedona: The Greatest Views, Desert Hikes, and Forest Strolls by Bruce Grubbs
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GEAR: Visit our Amazon Storefront for more travel resources - all of which we personally use in our travels.
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Saturday Jan 21, 2023
Saturday Jan 21, 2023
On episode 87, we're visiting National and State Park sites in Camp Verde Arizona. This trip is really centered on Sedona Arizona, but we took time to visit several nearby sites in the National Park system. Our Camp Verde podcast is part one in a series of our travels to places in and nearby Sedona Arizona.
National and State Park sites near Camp Verde Arizona
We visited several sites during stay in Camp Verde Arizona. All of these are within a reasonable driving distance of Camp Verde Arizona.
Montezuma Castle National Monument
Montezuma Well
Tuzigoot National Monument
Fort Verde State Historic Park
We also venture to Cottonwood Arizona on this visit.
Lodging in Quartzsite Arizona
Our Airstream stopover was in Quartzsite, Arizona. We stopped at the Shady Lane RV Park and describe our experience on this episode.
Resources
Books about Tuzigoot National Monument
Books about Montezuma Castle National Monument
Begin Planning Your Visit Here
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Friday Dec 23, 2022
Friday Dec 23, 2022
4 Great Day Trips from Krakow Poland
In episode 86, we explore 4 great day trips from Krakow Poland. We stayed longer in Krakow than in any other Polish city during our travel to Poland. That allowed us to schedule several day trips while staying in this fantastic Polish city.
Places to visit for day trips from Kraków
In this episode, we travel to the following places for excursions from Krakow:
- Wieliczka Salt Mine
- Morskie Oko
- Chapel of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Jaszczuroka
- Zakopane
- Jasna Góra Monastery in Częstochowa
Where to stay in Kraków
Our accommodation was at the Platinum Aparthotel. This was a convenient location just off the market square and easily accessible to the Old Town within a 15-minute walk.
Book a Day Trip from Kraków
Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour
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Zakopane Private Tour from Krakow
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Morskie Oko Private Tour from Krakow
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Czestochowa Black Madonna Private Day Tour from Krakow
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Books discussed in this episode
Get ready for your visit to these sites some reading:
The Trilogy by Henryk Sienkiewicz
Poland by James Michener
Plan your trip to Poland
DK Eyewitness Poland - This is the book we referenced to help craft our three-week Poland itinerary.
More Travel Resources from The Places Where We Go
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TRAVEL BOOKS: While planning your travels, you can find links to several books to get you in the travel mindset on our Amazon Store Page - check out the section: Books That Inspire Travel
GEAR: We also invite you to visit our Amazon Storefront for more travel resources we recommend - all of which we use in our travels.
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Inspiring Your Future Travels
We hope this episode inspires you to consider a visit to Poland.
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Julie & Art
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Saturday Dec 03, 2022
Saturday Dec 03, 2022
9+ Wonderful Places You Should Visit in Krakow Poland
In episode 85, we explore 9+ places to visit beyond the great Market Square of Krakow. We continue our multi-part series taking you to multiple cities in Poland. We spent 23 days traveling through western Poland.
Kraków is the 2nd largest city in Poland. Located on Poland’s longest river, the Wisła, this once capital of Poland has a history dating back to the 7th century. The Old Town of Kraków was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978 and was one of the first 12 sites granted this special recognition. The city attracts more than 13 million visitors annually.
Places to see beyond Kraków’s Market Square
- Wawel Castle
- Wawel Cathedral
- Kazimierz District - Jewish Quarter
- Kraków Churches
- Jewish synagogues of Krakow
- National Museum in Krakow
- Sanctuary of Divine Mercy
- Polish Aviation Museum
- Schindler's Factory and MOCAK
- and more...
Enjoy Food and Drink in Krakow
Featured on this episode - continue over 1,000 drinking tradition under the Town Hall Tower.
For a great dinner, visit Pod Baranem. It is one of the finest restaurants in the city.
Where to stay in Kraków
Our accommodation was at the Platinum Aparthotel. This was a convenient location just off the market square and easily accessible to the Old Town within a 15-minute walk.
Take a City Tour in Kraków
Krakow Grand City Tour by Golf Cart
Rated 5-stars on Viator
Books about Kraków
Get ready for your visit to the city with some reading:
The Trumpeter of Krakow by Eric Kelly
Plan your trip to Poland
DK Eyewitness Poland - This is the book we referenced to help craft our three-week Poland itinerary.
More Travel Resources from The Places Where We Go
The Places Where We Go Travel Resources
TRAVEL BOOKS: While planning your travels, you can find links to several books to get you in the travel mindset on our Amazon Store Page - check out the section: Books That Inspire Travel
GEAR: We also invite you to visit our Amazon Storefront for more travel resources we recommend - all of which we personally use in our travels.
GET YOUR TRAVEL GEAR HERE! - The Places Where We Go Amazon Storefront
Thanks for your support!
Inspiring Your Future Travels
We hope this episode inspires you to consider a visit to Poland.
Which activities will you plan on your trip? Drop us a line if you have an adventure in Poland.
Follow Us - The Places Where We Go
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Julie & Art
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Saturday Nov 19, 2022
Saturday Nov 19, 2022
Visiting the Great Market Square of Krakow
In episode 84, we explore the great Market Square of Krakow. We continue our multi-part series taking you to multiple cities in Poland. We spent 23 days traveling through western Poland.
Kraków is the 2nd largest city in Poland. Located on Poland’s longest river, the Wisła, this once capital of Poland has a history dating back to the 7th century. The Old Town of Kraków was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978 and was one of the first 12 sites granted this special recognition. The city attracts more than 13 million visitors annually.
Places to see in Kraków’s Market Square
- Kraków Market Square (Rynek Główny)
- Cloth Hall (Sukiennice)
- Kraków National Museum
- Town Hall Tower
- Rynek Underground
- Saint Mary’s Basilica (the Kościół Mariacki)
Eat at one of Poland’s restaurants
When you visit the Rynek Główny, be sure to have a meal at Wierzynek. Dating back to the 14th century, it is one of Poland’s oldest restaurants.
With a capacity of 200 guests over four floors, the restaurant has eight themed dining rooms. It is a luxurious culinary experience with traditional Eastern European fish and game. Servings are imaginative. And you’ll find a strong menu of Polish wines.
Dinner here is expensive, but this is a place to splurge when in the city.
Where to stay in Kraków
Our accommodation was at the Platinum Aparthotel. This was a convenient location just off the market square and easily accessible to the Old Town with a 15-minute walk.
Take a Walking Tour of Kraków Market Square
Krakow Old Town Walking Tour
Rated 5-stars on Viator
Books about Kraków
Get ready for your visit to the city with some reading:
The Trumpeter of Krakow by Eric Kelly
Plan your trip to Poland
DK Eyewitness Poland - This is the book we referenced to help craft our three-week Poland itinerary.
More Travel Resources from The Places Where We Go
The Places Where We Go Travel Resources
TRAVEL BOOKS: And while planning your travels, you can find links to a number of books to get you in the travel mindset on our Amazon Store Page - check out the section: Books That Inspire Travel
GEAR: We also invite you to visit our Amazon Storefront for more travel resources that we recommend - all of which, we personally use in our travels.
GET YOUR TRAVEL GEAR HERE! - The Places Where We Go Amazon Storefront
Thanks for your support!
Inspiring Your Future Travels
We hope this episode inspires you to consider a visit to Poland.
Which activities will you plan on your trip? Drop us a line if you have an adventure in Poland.
Follow Us - The Places Where We Go
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Julie & Art
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Saturday Nov 05, 2022
Saturday Nov 05, 2022
In episode 83, we explore places to see in Wroclaw Poland. We continue our multi-part series taking you to multiple cities in Poland. We spent 23 days traveling through western Poland.
Wroclaw is the 4th largest city in Poland. Located on the Odra River, this beautiful city includes 12 islands, 130 bridges, and many beautiful green spaces with more than 14 parks and gardens. The city attracts more than 5 million visitors annually.
Places to see in Wrocław Poland
- Wrocław Market Square
- Monument to the anonymous passerby
- Old town hall
- Wrocław dwarves
- Ostrow Tumski (Cathedral Island)
- Odra River
- Racławice Panorama
- Centennial Hall
- Basilica of St. Elizabeth
- Wrocław University
Where to stay in Wrocław
Our accommodation was at the Scandic Wroclaw Hotel. This was a great location for exploring the city center and nearby museums.
Books about Wrocław
Get ready for your visit to the city with some reading:
Uprooted: How Breslau because Wroclaw during the century of expulsions by Gregor Thum
Plan your trip to Poland
DK Eyewitness Poland - This is the book we referenced to help craft our three-week Poland itinerary.
More Travel Resources from The Places Where We Go
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TRAVEL BOOKS: And while planning your travels, you can find links to a number of books to get you in the travel mindset on our Amazon Store Page - check out the section: Books That Inspire Travel
GEAR: We also invite you to visit our Amazon Storefront for more travel resources that we recommend - all of which, we personally use in our travels.
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Inspiring Your Future Travels
We hope this episode inspires you to consider a visit to Poland.
Which activities will you plan on your trip? Drop us a line if you have an adventure in Poland.
Follow Us - The Places Where We Go
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Julie & Art
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Saturday Oct 15, 2022
Saturday Oct 15, 2022
In episode 82, we check out the top things to do on a visit to Poznań Poland. We continue our multi-part series taking you to multiple cities in Poland. We spent 23 days traveling through western Poland.
Poznań is the 5th largest city in Poland. This colorful and vibrant 1,000-year-old city offers plenty of history and culture for tourists. We explore highlights from our trip to help you learn what to expect on a visit to Poznań.
Places to see in Poznań Poland
- Poznań Market Square
- Poznań Town Hall - Ratusz Poznański
- Museum of the History of the City of Poznań
- St. Martin’s Croissant Museum
- Wielkopolska Military Museum
- Church of St. Stanislaus
- Park Cytadela
- Ostrów Tumski
- Poznan Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul
- Brama Poznania
- Enigma Code Breakers Monument
- Museum of Musical Instruments
Where to stay in Poznań
Our accommodation was at the Hotel Wloski. This was a great location for exploring the city center and nearby museums.
Here are three more top-rated places to stay if you visit Poznań:
Hampton by Hilton Poznan Old Town
Hotel DeSilva Premium Poznań
City Solei Boutique Hotel
Books about Poznań
Get ready for your visit to Poznań with these books:
Poznan, Poland by Naira Matevosyan
Greater Than a Tourist- Poznań Poland: 50 Travel Tips from a Local by Serkan Daban
A Chip Shop in Poznań: My Unlikely Year in Poland by Ben Aitken
Is Poznań worth visiting?
Absolutely. The city is known as the birthplace of Poland. With numerous museums and cultural sites, you can stay busy for days exploring Poznań.
Plan your trip to Poland
DK Eyewitness Poland - This is the book we referenced to help craft our three-week Poland itinerary.
More Travel Resources from The Places Where We Go
The Places Where We Go Travel Resources
TRAVEL BOOKS: And while planning your travels, you can find links to a number of books to get you in the travel mindset on our Amazon Store Page - check out the section: Books That Inspire Travel
GEAR: We also invite you to visit our Amazon Storefront for more travel resources that we recommend - all of which, we personally use in our travels.
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Inspiring Your Future Travels
We hope this episode inspires you to consider a visit to Poland.
Which activities will you plan on your trip? Drop us a line if you have an adventure in Poland.
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Julie & Art
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Saturday Oct 01, 2022
Saturday Oct 01, 2022
Two Days in Toruń Poland
On episode 81, we recap our two days in Toruń Poland. We're about in the middle of our multi-part series taking you to multiple cities in Poland. We spent 23 days traveling through western Poland and can’t wait to share our adventures with our listeners.
Toruń is a magnificent historical medieval town established by the Teutonic Knights in the 13th century. It sits on the banks of the Vistula River in north-central Poland and is a UNESCO world heritage site. It is one of the oldest cities in Poland - first settled in the 8th century and later expanded by the Teutonic Knights in 1233.
What to see in Toruń
On this episode, we’ll take you through eight things to see and do while spending at least two days in Toruń Poland. Here’s a list of stops we discuss during our time in this Polish city:
Private Walking Tour - We chose "Walking Tour of the medieval Toruń". There are several options available spanning 2 to 6 hours. Walking tours are a great way to get familiar with a new location.
Explore the Old Town - The Old Town sector offers so much history. There’s a vast original architectural collection of churches, museums, shops, and restaurants.
Living Museum of Gingerbread - This museum is the #1 place to visit in Toruń according to TripAdvisor. Located in the middle of the city center, this interactive experience takes place in a Medieval Bakery under the watchful eyes of a Gingerbread Master.
House of Nicolas Copernicus Museum - The city has a museum devoted to the astronomer located in the Gothic tenement house that was the birthplace of Copernicus. Stepping inside is another way to get immersed in the medieval architecture of the former burgher residences. Nicolas lived in this home for the first seven years of his life.
Krzywa Wieża (Crooked Tower) - Legend here says that crookedness was punishment for sinful Teutonic Knights. When you visit the tower, you’re supposed to stand with your entire backside from head to heels touching the wall and stretching out your arms. If you can keep standing in this position without wobbling, then this is a sign you have a clear conscience.
Monuments and Statues - We saw so many monuments in Toruń - monuments of people, of legends, and of animals.
Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist and John the Baptist - This Gothic-style cathedral hails from the early 13th century.
Medieval Defensive City Walls Panorama - Walk across the river to see a spectacular panoramic view of the old town. There’s an observation deck that is a great place for photos. The view itself is considered one of the wonders of Poland.
Where to stay in Toruń
We stayed at Hotel Filmar during our visit to Toruń. We did need a taxi to get here from the train station, but that only came up to about $4 US. The location was very walkable to the main/medieval city
Is Toruń worth visiting?
Absolutely. It offers a wealth of original medieval buildings, wonderful churches, and great places for food and drink. Don't leave without trying some of Toruń's famous gingerbread.
More things to do in Toruń
Like on most trips, we ran out of time for sightseeing while in Toruń. If we had more time, here are more things we suggest in this town.
Teutonic Castle Ruins: We would recommend making more time to visit the Teutonic Castle ruins. The original castle was built in a horseshoe-shaped plan surrounded by a curtain wall and moats. Today the castle survives as a ruin.
Planetarium: Toruń is home to both a planetarium and also an astronomical observatory that has the largest radio telescope in Central Europe.
Blog Post - Two Days in Torun
https://theplaceswherewego.com/two-days-in-torun-poland/
Plan your trip to Poland
DK Eyewitness Poland - This is the book we referenced to help craft our three-week Poland itinerary.
More Travel Resources from The Places Where We Go
The Places Where We Go Travel Resources
TRAVEL BOOKS: And while planning your travels, you can find links to a number of books to get you in the travel mindset on our Amazon Store Page - check out the section: Books That Inspire Travel
GEAR: We also invite you to visit our Amazon Storefront for more travel resources that we recommend - all of which, we personally use in our travels.
GET YOUR TRAVEL GEAR HERE! - The Places Where We Go Amazon Storefront
Thanks for your support!
Inspiring Your Future Travels
We hope this episode inspires you to consider a visit to Poland.
Which activities will you plan on your trip? Drop us a line if you have an adventure in this Polish city.
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Julie & Art
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Saturday Sep 17, 2022
Saturday Sep 17, 2022
Best places to visit near Gdansk Poland
On episode 80, we check out the best places to visit near Gdansk Poland. We continue our multi-part series taking you to multiple cities in Poland. We spent 23 days traveling through the western Poland and can’t wait to share our adventures with our listeners.
Gdansk is one of the most beautiful cities in Poland. Located on the Baltic Sea, this historic city was the flash point of World War II, and the birthplace of the Solidarity labor movement in 1980 which preceded the fall of Communist domination in Eastern Europe. Along with Gdynia and Sopot, Gdansk is part of the famous TriCity area which offers something for everyone.
What to see nearby Gdansk
On this episode, we’ll take you through five things to see and do while staying Gdansk. These are options that are anywhere from a very short train ride away to about 90 minutes away. Here’s the recommendations we discuss on this episode:
Oliwa Park
Oliwa Cathedral (Katedra Oliwska)
Oliwa Cathedral Organ
Pierogarnia Mandu Restaurant
Sopot Poland
Krzywy Domek - Crooked House
Malbork Castle
Also discussed on this episode, Chef Bogdan Gałązka - His cookbooks are worth seeking out for new takes on Polish cuisine
Where to stay in Gdansk
Our accommodation was at the Ibis Gdansk Stare Miasto Hotel. This was a great location for exploring the city center and nearby museums. The hotel's location also made it easy to get to the train station.
Here are three more top rated places to stay if you visit Gdasnsk:
Holiday Inn Gdansk City Center
Books about Gdansk
Get ready for your visit to Gdansk with these books:
Rick Steves Snapshot Kraków, Warsaw & Gdansk
I Went To Gdansk With Somebody: How A Northern Irishman Ended Up Living In Poland by Jonny Blair
Gdansk 25 Secrets 2020 - The Locals Travel Guide For Your Trip to Gdansk ( Poland ): Skip the tourist traps and explore like a local – by Antonio Araujo
Is Gdansk worth visiting?
Absolutely. The city center has some of the most beautiful streets in Europe. It's the birthplace of the 1980s ‘Solidarność’ (Solidarity) movement. You'll see an iconic harbor area, and Gdansk even has its own beer street.
More things to do near Gdansk
Like on most trips, we ran out of time for sightseeing while in Gdansk. If we had more time, here are more things we would like to do in Gdansk.
Museum of the Second World War
Westerplatte - where the first shots of WWII happened
Upside down house in Szymbark Poland – about 50 minutes west of Gdansk
https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/upside-down-house
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