This week, Erik invites you to participate in the world you want to live in, and chats with Chelsea Ketron from the tourism bureau of Bristol, Tennessee about all the cool stuff happening there.

New Orleans, Louisiana and Roanoke, Virginia

Aug 16th, 2018 44m 33s

This week, Erik visits with Lauren from the New Orleaans CVB, and a visit with Taylor Spellman from the Travel and Tourism Bureau of Roanoke, Virginia.

Mt. Rainier, Washington, and Little Rock, Arkansas

Aug 16th, 2018 45m 39s

This week, Erik dazzles us with some cruise talk, plus a chat with Meilee Anderson about the beauty of Mount Rainier, and a visit with Bill Fitzgerald of the Little Rock, Arkansas CVB to find out what's happening in The Natural state.

Passport Tips, the TSA, and Franklin, Tennessee

Jul 31st, 2018 46m 22s

In this episode of the Erik the Travel Guy podcast, Erik ofers some tips on acquiring and protecting your passport. You'll also learn the latest TSA screening policies, and a visit with Ellie Westman Chin of Visit Franklin, Tennessee.

Bedbugs, Chicago, and the Fourth of July

Jun 27th, 2018 44m 30s

In the latest installment of the Erik the Travel guy podcast, Erik and his pal J.D. talk about the positive, life-changing power of travel, with a stopover in Chicago, some ideas for the upcoming July 4th holiday week, and the myths and facts s

Rome, Waco and Alcatraz East

May 9th, 2018 44m 59s

This week, Erik visits with travel author Phillip Barlag to talk about Rome, Italy, and Janine Vaccarello joins the show to talk about crime museum Alcatraz East.

One-Day Disney Trips, Key West (Again), and Alexandira, VA - April 2018

Apr 11th, 2018 44m 51s

In this episode, Erik offers tips on how to make the most of a one-day Disney vacation, talks with author Gary Sikorski about his book 101 Tings to Do in Key West, and meets Patricia Washington, CEO of the Tourism Bureau for Alexandria, Virgini

Key West, Comedian Eddie Brill, and "Comedian" Roger Lewis - March 2018

Mar 19th, 2018 43m 3s

This week, Erik checks in on Key West, Florida in the wake of last year's hurricane, chats with travel correspondent Roger Lewis about a recent mews-maiking airline "incident," and a visit with comedian and travel enthusiast Eddie Brill.

The Bahamas, Maine, and a guy called Johnny Jet - February 2018

Feb 12th, 2018 39m 42s

As usual, another episode FULL of with travel tips and destination ideas. Guests include Maine travel correspondent Brett Slater, and a visit from travel blogger John "Johnny Jet" Discala!

Live from Aboard the Carnival Pride - February 2018

Feb 5th, 2018 41m 15s

Erik, Your Ship's Podcaster, broadcasts live from on board the Carnival Pride en route to the Caribbean. Listen for tons of the BEST cruising tips, and meet Your Ship's Captain!

Pinehurst, North Carolina and Natchez, Mississippi - January 2018

Jan 15th, 2018 39m 31s

Cold weather up North means we're heading South! We're hitting the Carolinas this week, with Tom Pashley of Pinehurst Resort, and we'll speak with Jennifer Ogden, Executive Director of the Natchez Convention Promotion Commission and Visit Natch

Travel Blogging and Bryan College Station, Texas - January 2018

Jan 8th, 2018 41m 30s

Erik meets Matt stabile of TheExpeditioner.com travel blog, and speaks with Kindra Fry of the Bryan College Station, TX CVB to talk about what's happening in Texas A & M's hometown.

Deep Winter Escapes to Barbados and Savannah, Georgia - December 2017

Jan 1st, 2018 40m 33s

Chicago-area travel correspondent Erin Sega joins Erik in-studio, plus travel talk with Roger Goddard from Cutter's in Barbados, and Jeff Kmiec from the DeSoto in Savannah, Georgia.

Alexandria, VA, and the Pennsylvania Great Outdoors - December 2017

Dec 25th, 2017 40m 33s

This week, Erik talks Alexandra, VA travel tips and highlights with Patricia Washington, and meets with John Straitiff, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau.

Naples, FL, and Montgomery County, VA - December 2017

Dec 18th, 2017 42m 38s

Erik Hastings meets Lisa Bleakley, Executive Director of Montgomery County, VA Regional Tourism, and Naples, Marco Island, Everglades Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Director Jack Wert.

SkyAuction, Chicago, and Dollywood - December 2017

Dec 4th, 2017 39m 16s

In this inaugural episode of Erik the Travel Guy's podcast, you'll meet Erik Hastings, a passionate travel aficionado who brings you the best in travel deals, destinations, and insider tips. Erik's guests include Sal Esposito from SkyAuction.co

Memphis, Miami, and Much, Much, More - December 2017

Dec 4th, 2017 33m 19s

Show host and travel guru Erik Hastings meets Kevin Kane for insider travel tips on Memphis, and visits with Heath Porter to find out what's happening in Miami. Plus tips on traveling with kids, and much more.

Erik The Travel Guy - Mexico Travel Warnings - September 2014

Sep 10th, 2014 13m 7s

Is it safe to go to Mexico? It's one of the most frequently-asked travel questions, and Erik the Travel Guy is here to answer it in this episode of his podcast, including some more specific Mexico travel tips to help you enjoy a trip you absolu

Erik The Travel Guy - Do I Need a Travel Agent? - August 2014

Aug 15th, 2014 13m 19s

So, you're planning a trip soon. Should you use a travel agent? Erik the Travel Guy answers that crucial question, and tells you what criteria you should use when finding the right travel agent to help you plan your next vacation.

Erik The Travel Guy - What is a CVB? - August 2014

Aug 1st, 2014 9m 1s

In this episode, Erik the Travel Guy talks about Convention and Visitors bureaus - the "unsung heroes" of the travel industry. What do they do, what are the benefits of CVB's, and what can they offer you?

Erik The Travel Guy - The Big Fat Travel Experiment - July 2014

Jul 29th, 2014 13m 17s

In this inaugural episode, Erik the Travel Guy tells you about his upcoming trip on the Carnival Breeze. Plus, he lets you know how he got started as a Travel Guy, and what you can expect from future Erik the Travel Guy podcasts.

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