The Places Where We Go Podcast

On episode 60, we take you to Grandma Prisbrey's Bottle Village in Simi Valley, California. Located in our home town, this attraction is a unique wonderland crafted from castoff materials.  The site has garnered the admiration of art scholars from around the world.  Located on a one-third acre site, it is covered with an assemblage of shrines, wishing wells, mosaic walkways, and structures.  The v...

On episode 59, we travel to Salt Lake City. With three trips to Utah's state capitol between us, we've compiled an overview of things we've done both in the downtown area as well as nearby places. Visiting Salt Lake City Utah's capitol city offers much to keep tourists busy.  On this episode, we share our recommended highlights including: Temple Square The Tabernacle The Cathedral of the Madeleine...

On episode 58, Julie & Art learn about the adventures of a cross country road trip. Special guests Joe and Lorraine Ferrall provide their first hand account of their 78 day adventure in a Lance camper.        78 Days Around The U.S.A. This adventure took the Ferrall's around the country from Southern California, to Washington state, across the north to New York and down to the southern states....

On episode 57, we recap our Mojave Road Trip which took us from Southern California to Kingman Arizona. We look for opportunities to get our travel fix. Sometimes it's through epic trips. But other times, it can be a quick trip over a weekend and that's what this episode covers. Stops along the way include: Peggy Sue's 50s Diner   Nipton California   Mountain View Cemetery in Kingman Arizona Peggy...

On episode 56, we travel beyond Glacier National Park to Big Hole National Battlefield and Missoula Montana. If you are buying an airplane ticket to get to Glacier National Park, consider spending some extra time in the state. This episode continues a series of extra adventures beyond GNP.  This podcast is part of a multi-episode journey through Montana. It wraps up our review of travel options yo...

On episode 55, we travel beyond Glacier National Park to Helena Montana. If you are buying an airplane ticket to get to Glacier National Park, consider spending some extra time in the state. This episode continues a series of extra adventures beyond GNP.  Part of a multi-episode journey through Montana, we have more on the way in future episodes with more things you can do while you are visiting i...

On episode 54, we travel beyond Glacier National Park to the Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site in Deer Lodge Montana. If you are buying an airplane ticket to get to Glacier National Park, consider spending some extra time in the state. This episode continues a series of extra adventures beyond GNP.  Part of a multi-episode journey through Montana, we have more on the way in future episodes...

On episode 53, Julie & Art travel beyond Glacier National Park to Great Falls Montana. If you are buying an airplane ticket to get to Glacier National Park, consider spending some extra time in the state. This episode starts a series of extra adventures beyond GNP.  Part of a multi-episode journey through Montana, we have more on the way in future episodes with more things you can do while you...

On episode 52, Julie & Art take you to Glacier National Park - The East Side. This episode dives into the various activities available to travelers who visit this great national park in Montana.  Part of a multi-episode journey through Montana, we have more on the way in future episodes with more things you can do while you are visiting in the state of Montana. Visiting Glacier National Park G...

On episode 51, Julie & Art take you to Glacier National Park - The West Side. This episode dives into the various activities available to travelers who visit this great national park in Montana. Part of a multi-episode journey through Montana, we have more on the way in future episodes with more things you can do while you are visiting in the state of Montana. Visiting Glacier National Park Gl...

On episode 50, Julie & Art talk about planning a trip to Glacier National Park. This episode kicks off a series that will focus on things to do throughout Glacier National Park.  We'll follow those future episodes with more things you can do while you are visiting in the state of Montana. Visiting Glacier National Park Glacier National Park is the country's 8th national park, added to the rost...

On episode 49, Julie & Art recap a new option for RV camping on Harvest Hosts - Our First Experience.   Harvest Hosts Harvest Hosts is a membership program that invites self-contained RVers to have unique overnight stays. The  organization offers RV camping at more than 2,400 Wineries, Breweries, Farms and more places in the lower 48 United States. They even offer locations in Alaska, Canada a...

On episode 48, Julie & Art continue a review of their favorite national park on Sequoia National Park Part 2. Having visited the park over a dozen times, we share our experiences to help you plan your future visit to this majestic natural wonderland.    Visiting Sequoia National Park Sequoia National Park  offers visitors a unique landscape with beauty, diversity and grandeur.  Here, you can b...

On episode 47, Julie & Art introduce listeners to their favorite national park on Sequoia National Park Part 1. Having visited the park over a dozen times, we share our experiences to help you plan your future visit to this majestic natural wonderland.    Visiting Sequoia National Park Sequoia National Park  offers visitors a unique landscape with beauty, diversity and grandeur.  Here, you can...

On episode 46, Julie & Art learn about hiking the John Muir Trail. Special guest Bob Lebeck provides his first hand accounts from multiple hikes on this famous American hiking trail.   The John Muir Trail The John Muir Trail passes through some the most amazing mountain scenery in the United States. Mountain peaks along the way surpass 14,000 feet in places. Vast canyons and lakes add the beau...

On episode 45, Julie & Art visit Santa Barbara California and journey through some of the city's lesser popular attractions.  We call this episode, Santa Barbara, Off The Beaten Path.    Santa Barbara, California The city of Santa Barbara lies about 100 miles northwest of downtown Los Angeles. A drive up highway 101, will take you past magnificent ocean views. As you leave the urban landscape...

On episode 44, Julie & Art visit Santa Barbara California and journey through some of the city's most popular attractions.  We call this episode, Santa Barbara, On The Beaten Path.    Santa Barbara, California The city of Santa Barbara lies about 100 miles northwest of downtown Los Angeles. A drive up highway 101, will take you past magnificent ocean views. As you leave the urban landscape of...

On episode 43, Julie & Art encourage you to Do Something New with 10 ideas for adventures.   Spring is in the air.  Many people are starting to plan how they will fill their calendar this year with travel, adventures, and activities to make new memories. We share 10 ideas on this episode.  Most of these, we have done.   Ideas To Suit Any Budget Our ideas cover price points across the spectrum. Som...

On episode 42, Julie & Art celebrate their one year anniversary as Airstream owners. We recap our first experience in the RV lifestyle.  Highlights include a recap of our Airstream purchase, places travelled, and a glimpse of upcoming adventures.  We chat about how reality met our expectations and share our learning moments during year one with our Airstream. Travels With Our Airstream Ty Aria...

On episode 41, 10 Things To Do In Death Valley (Part 2), Julie & Art take you inside Death Valley National Park.   Visiting Death Valley National Park Death Valley National Park is nestled at the California and Nevada border east of the Sierra Nevada. Boasting extreme temperatures in the summer and one of the lowest elevations on the planet, it offers much to see and explore for visitors.  We...

On episode 40, 10 Things To Do In Death Valley (Part 1), Julie & Art take you inside Death Valley National Park.   Visiting Death Valley National Park Death Valley National Park is nestled at the California and Nevada border east of the Sierra Nevada. Boasting extreme temperatures in the summer and one of the lowest elevations on the planet, it offers much to see and explore for visitors.  We...

On episode 39, Places Near Death Valley, Julie & Art explore several stops nearby Death Valley National Park.   Visiting Death Valley National Park Death Valley National Park is nestled at the California and Nevada border east of the Sierra Nevada. Boasting extreme temperatures in the summer and one of the lowest elevations on the planet, it offers much to see and explore for visitors.  But ne...

On episode 38, Julie & Art take a day trip from Dublin Ireland to the nearby Wicklow Mountains. We conclude our overview of 10 things to do in this Irish capital city to help you get the most out of being Dublin Tourists.   Planning Your Dublin Itinerary Dublin offers a tremendous amount of choices for tourists.  The city has museums, shopping, entertainment, churches, access to nature, and ye...

On episode 37, Julie & Art take you to Dublin Ireland. We continue our overview of 10 things to do in this Irish capital city to help you get the most out of being Dublin Tourists.   Planning Your Dublin Itinerary Dublin offers a tremendous amount of choices for tourists.  The city has museums, shopping, entertainment, churches, access to nature, and yes, pubs. We do recommend planning one to...

On episode 36, Julie & Art take you to Dublin Ireland. We continue our overview of 10 things to do in this Irish capital city to help you get the most out of being Dublin Tourists.   Planning Your Dublin Itinerary Dublin offers a tremendous amount of choices for tourists.  The city has museums, shopping, entertainment, churches, access to nature, and yes, pubs. We do recommend planning one to...