Retail expert Mike Hauser talks about the history of dazzling downtown lights and where to find the best ones this season in the United States, including New York City, Philadelphia, Chicago, San Francisco and more! Some of Mike's favorite pla

Behind the Postcards - Episode 11: Seeing Home Through a New "Lens" with National Geographic Explorer Photographer Amy Sacka

Nov 24th, 2021 48m 24s

Detroit-based documentary photographer Amy Sacka discusses how her passion for travel led to a major project with National Geographic and a whole new perspective on her home state. She shares how to use a traveler's mindset and a photographer's

Behind the Postcards - Episode 10: Looking at Maps in New Ways with Cartographer Neil Greenberg

Nov 17th, 2021 54m 51s

Cartographer Neil Greenberg shares his passion for maps and explains why print maps are still relevant in 2021. He discusses how to look at maps in new ways to search them for clues about the history of a city, breaking down the streets of Pitt

Behind the Postcards - Episode 9: Meet Travel-Inspired Artist Caitlin Cartwright

Nov 10th, 2021 40m 5s

American painter Caitlin Cartwright discusses how her world travels - especially three years spent in Africa - have inspired her art. Learn more about Caitlin, and check out her work at www.caitlincartwright.com.

Behind the Postcards - Episode 8: Gloria and Erica Remember India

Nov 3rd, 2021 57m 47s

Gloria and Erica met in India in November of 2011 and this week celebrate their "friendiversary" by sharing their story and their favorite parts of India. Find more travel stories about India and other places in Asia and beyond in Erica's trave

Behind the Postcards - Episode 7: Haunted Travels with Paranormal Investigator Stephanie Dourgarian

Oct 27th, 2021 47m 46s

Global paranormal investigator Stephanie Dourgarian discusses some of the most haunted places on the planet and shares her most memorable ghost experiences. Those interested in learning more about the paranormal can contact her at sdourgarian@g

Behind the Postcards - Episode 6: Travel Story: Accidentally Becoming the Face of Indian Tourism

Oct 20th, 2021 58m 30s

American photographer Cory Goldberg discusses how he accidentally became the face of a major Indian tourism campaign in 2009, starring in a major global commercial, "Incredible India." Watch the video here. Check out behind-the-scenes footage o

Behind the Postcards - Episode 5: Working Across the Country with the Van Gelder Family

Oct 13th, 2021 33m 19s

The Van Gelder family discusses how they paused their lives to work and travel throughout the country for a year through a program called Workaway. Follow their travels on at VGWalkabout on YouTube.Learn about Workaway here.

Behind the Postcards - Episode 4: Halloween Travel to Salem, Massachusetts

Oct 6th, 2021 45m 1s

Erica discusses her recent trip to Salem, Massachusetts, one of the world's most popular Halloween destinations. Joined by Salem resident and expert Alyssa Jackson, they share recommendations and insider tips on how to make the most of a visit

Behind the Postcards - Episode 3: The Netherlands with Tim Hinkle

Sep 29th, 2021 44m 22s

Traveler Tim Hinkle discusses his recent trip to The Netherlands and Paris, sharing his favorite parts, surprises and recommendations. See photos on our Facebook page.Tim’s Netherlands Itinerary and Recommendations Amsterdam:Stay: Lloyd Hotel (

Behind the Postcards - Episode 2: Greece Part 2

Sep 22nd, 2021 1h 4m

Erica and Gloria share planning tips and logistics from their trip to Greece. Corresponding Links and Resources:Planning:TripIt AppLonely PlanetGreece travel information and Passenger Locator FormBooking.com Athens Car RentalClothing, shoes and