Travel Podcasts
Tourcaster - Dublin City GuideJoin Now to Follow
Welcome to Dublin, capital of the Irish Republic. Located on Ireland's east coast, where the River Liffey flows into the ocean, this city continues to ride a massive wave of commerce and growth. Despite its turbulent history, Dublin is a city that is coming in to its own. Dubliners are very proud of the resurgence of their town, and they celebrate this with a vibrant social scene and nightlife that can leave visitors trying to keep up. Despite the no-nonsense approach that seems to pervade Irish culture, you won't find many other cities with such a friendly and welcoming spirit. Listen to this audio city guide to learn a few helpful tips to getting around the city like a seasoned traveler.
By Tourcaster.com
Japan Blog - Tokyo Osaka Nagoya KyotoJoin Now to Follow
Listen to sounds from Japan - taiko festival (matsuri) music, funky street sounds from Tokyo and groovy temple gongs.
By JapanVisitor
Tourcaster - New Orleans Plantations Driving TourJoin Now to Follow
The plantation homes of Southern Louisiana are widely considered to be the finest remaining group in the South. The Plantations of the River Road Self-Guided Audio Tour introduces you to 14 of them, along both sides of the Mississippi River within a short drive of New Orleans. Just before the Civil War, the River Road was home to more than seventy percent of the millionaires in the United States. Of the 1,200 plantations then, fewer than two percent remain today. The tour winds through a series of parishes (counties to those outside Louisiana) between New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Many still bear some resemblance to the original communities settled by Creole, German, and Acadian immigrants. It sheds light on the background of the region – including the history of slavery – and introduces you first-hand to the distinctive food, architecture, industry and culture of these memorable locations. This authentic tour is meticulously researched and presented by a a seventh-generation New Orleanian. This is track one of a multi-track tour, to download the complete tour visit www.tourcaster.com.
By Tourcaster
3 minutes in ShanghaiJoin Now to Follow
A brief look at life in Shanghai, China, covering everything from eating to the environment, love to labor practices.
By Tee Lek D. Ying
Tourcaster - Los Angeles City GuideJoin Now to Follow
Fun in the sun: that's what comes to most people's minds when they think of Los Angeles. But L.A. is much more than just the beaches. Over 10 million people live in the metro area, spread out over hundreds of square miles stretching inland from the coast. L.A. is widely recognized as the entertainment capital of the world, but not everyone out here is a hopeful actor. The city's climate, upbeat pace and tolerance has drawn people from all over the globe to give the city an amazing diversity. Once you've gotten to know the "City of Angels", I'm sure you'll find that it's much more than just beaches, freeways and starlets. Reference this audio guide for important information to help make your visit to Los Angeles, a smooth one.
By Tourcaster.com
Travel Legends and IconsJoin Now to Follow
Subscribe up for the FREE audio book "TRAVEL LEGENDS AND ICONS" by Gary Bembridge audio book podcast. Each month you will receive at least one new chapter of this book of the stories behind the most famous legends and icons of travel across the years. Chapters will include Air Force One, Queen Elizabeth, Channel Tunnel, Concorde and much more. These are taken direct from the book of the same name being written by Gary Bembridge, host of the "Tips for Travellers: Global Travel destinations" podcast.
By Gary Bembridge
Brazil Vacation TourJoin Now to Follow
Music Video shot in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, of my Carioca fiance. March, 2006. music: Luan & Vanessa (www.MercadoLivre.com.br) video: Walter Marin. LasVegasMotionPictures.com. Video production in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Starring Manoela Marin.
Tourcaster - Shanghai City GuideJoin Now to Follow
Shanghai has gone through many incarnations, from a center of trade to an occupied city to a dour bastion of Communism. Today, Shanghai has rebounded to become one of the most vibrant cities in China, rivaling Beijing. The reward of Shanghai reclaiming its power as a commercial center is having the highest standard of living throughout China. As Shanghai has opened its arms to overseas businesses, so to has it welcomed foreign visitors. From the colonial-era grandeur of the Bund Promenade to the ultra-modern high-rises and transit system, this city is waiting for you to arrive and enjoy. This audio city guide offers tips to help you get around the "Pearl of the Orient" like seasoned traveler.
By Tourcaster.com
Tourcaster - Italy - Florence - Galleria dell'Accademia Audio TourJoin Now to Follow
Great Discoveries Audio Tours offer today’s tourist the most enjoyable and informative way to visit Florence’s Galleria dell’ Accademia. Famous sculptures by Michelangelo Buonarroti, including his Four Prisoners, the St. Matthew, the Pieta di Palestrina and his renowned statue of David are displayed here. The Galleria contains paintings by the great Florentine maestro’s of the early 16th century, Fra' Bartolommeo, Andrea del Sarto, Perugino and others. This eclectic collection also consists of works from the Byzantine era dated to around the 13th century, but overall it consists mostly of 14th and 15th century Renaissance art. This carefully researched tour guides you through the Galleria as a professional narrator, accompanied by historically appropriate background music, points out and describes its most significant works. Step back in history as you listen to enchanting tales of the Galleria and the great maestros who created this incomparable art. This is track one of a multi-track tour, to download the complete tour, visit www.tourcaster.com.
By Tourcaster
Depth of Field with Matt Brandon (The Digital Trekker)Join Now to Follow
Peachpit TV brings you the "Depth of Field" audio Podcast, an opportunity to hear interviews about the lives and adventures of working photographers from around the world, hosted by Malaysia-based humanitarian and world/travel photographer Matt Brandon.
By Peachpit TV featuring Matt Brandon
