Travel With Annita and Friends

The True Story Of Black Cowboys in America Do you want to know the true story of Black Cowboys in America? Well, let’s start with a single star. That’s what you’ll find on the Texas state quarter, one lone star, standing over the shape of a state so vast it became its own legend. Simple. Solitary. Unyielding. But here’s what that coin doesn’t show you,  and what most...

Declaration of Independence – The Promise and the Price There is a document. Fifty-six men signed it. Some did so knowing it was an act of treason. Some signed it knowing they might hang for it. Some signed it in the trembling hope that the words they were putting their names to — words about equality, about liberty, about the God-given rights of every human being — might actually become tru...

Expert Cruise Excursions Tips Photos from the many excursions Nichole and I enjoyed during our Alaska cruise. We choose great experiences that are wonderful memories for years to come.

The Little Known Stories of The Alamo The Little Known Stories of The Alamo are filled with fascinating people who did more than fought, they lived in the details. Deep in the heart of Texas stands a mission that became a symbol far greater than stone walls and cannon fire. The Alamo is a story of sacrifice, courage, and a fight that helped shape the spirit of Texas and the American West. We step...

The Liberty Tree America’s Beginning Story “Reach into your pocket… pull out a coin… and let it take you back… to a time when freedom wasn’t guaranteed… it was imagined.” Before there were monuments… before there were battlefields marked in history books… there was a tree. Not grand. Not famous—at least not at first. Just a 120-year-old elm… standing at the corner of Essex and Washington Str...

Destination: Yellowstone National Park Magnificent Bisons Yellowstone National Park – recorded discussion with Corey Anco Willis McDonald, IV Curator of Natural Science Draper National History Museum Transcript: As America approaches its 250th anniversary… we find ourselves doing something we don’t always make time for— Looking back. Not just at the headlines of history… but at the places th...

Destination: History of Augusta National Golf Club The History of Augusta National Golf Club From Indigo Fields to Magnolia Lane and the Untold Story of the Men Who Knew Every Blade of Grass “I shall never forget my first visit to the property which is now Augusta National. It seemed that this land had been lying here for years just waiting for someone to lay a golf course upon it.” —...

Destination: US Virgin Islands Tourism, Leadership and Legacy There are places that feel far away… and then there are places that feel like an escape—but are closer than you think. Today, we’re heading to the Caribbean—but no passport required. It’s where the U.S. Virgin Islands Tourism, Leadership and Legacy come together. We’re talking about the United States Virgin Islands – a colle...

Destination: Honoring Women’s History Month Ready to go and visit sites where you’ll learn more about each dynamic woman? Here’s your travel guide: QUARTER MILES TRAVEL GUIDE Following the Footsteps of Trailblazing Women Eleanor Roosevelt • Althea Gibson • Jovita Idar • The 6888 ELEANOR ROOSEVELT Leadership, Human Rights & Global Influence  Hyde Park, New York (Primary Hub) E...

Travel Guide: Lady Liberty and Her Little Sisters Across America A Quarter Miles Travel Companion Guide For travelers inspired by Lady Liberty’s story, there’s more to explore than just New York Harbor. From the towering original to the smaller replicas placed across America by the Boy Scouts of America , these monuments offer a fascinating journey through American history, civic pride, and commun...

Buffalo Soldiers Travel Guide: Places to Visit, Learn & Experience This show features the U.S. Mint Texas State Quarter. “The Texas quarter is the third of 2004 and the 28th in the 50 State Quarters Program. The quarters are issued in the order the states were admitted into the Union. On December 29, 1845, Texas became the 28th state to be admitted into the Union. The Texas quarter incor...

Destination: President’s Day Little Known Presidential Stories For President’s Day, it’s the perfect time to share a few ” President’s Day Little Known Presidential stories – some funny and some will have you saying, “I didn’t know that.” Take a listen to the show filled with stories. And, start planning a journey to see the many Presidential s...

Destination:  Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Life and Legacy Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. –  legacy and leadership can be visited and experienced around the U.S. During our country’s semiquincentennial (America’s 250th birthday) it’s the perfect time to explore and visit our historic sites. America’s stories are told in the places listed below. A Traveler’s Guide to His Li...

Destination: History of American Coinage The History of American coinage will start as the United States begins preparing for a major milestone: the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding in 2026. One of the first federal institutions to mark that moment is the United States Mint —through a new series of commemorative and circulating coins. To help introduce these designs, Kristie McNally, Act...

Goodbye 2025 – Hello 2026 Travel 2025 has been an amazing ride but it’s time to say Goodbye 2025 – Hello 2026. From Curacao to Alexandria Egypt, the time circling the world inspired interest in more travel. It’s time to show gratitude for 2025 and introduce what’s coming up next in 2026. Here we go! Good morning, friends — today we’re heading off the beaten path into...

Destination:   Honoring Our Veterans Everyday is a day to honor our veterans. They have served our country to keep us safe and secure. Their service should be held as the cornerstone of what makes our country what we enjoy about living here and visiting.  Thank you Veterans. Today our destination – honoring our veterans Take a listen to our show.

Destination: Sapelo Island Knobbed Whelks Culture, Traditions and Legacy Sharing this conversation from several years ago was like taking a gentle walk down memory lane with my dear friend Cornelia Bailey. It stirred up so many moments we’ve shared over the years — long talks about culture, tradition, and the meaning of legacy. But this time felt different. This one reached deeper. Watching cultur...

Destination: Fall Leaf Peeping Near and Far Today, if you’re like me, you  can feel it in the air… fall is finally here! It’s Fall Leaf Peeping near and far and it’s time for you to start planning. The temperatures are cooling, the air feels crisp, and those first hints of gold, crimson, and fiery orange are starting to paint the treetops. For me, autumn isn’t just a season—it’s...

Egypt- Ancient History Pharaohs, Queens and Kings Hello, hello, hello and welcome aboard travel with annita & friends.   Today, I’m taking you on a journey of Egypt ancient history – pharaohs queens and kings. We’re going along one of the most legendary rivers in the world—the Nile. I recently sailed with AmaWaterways from Cairo down to Luxor and Aswan, retracing routes that highli...

River Cruising With AmaWaterways River Cruising – It’s your next journey on the water   I hope you’re ready and excited today because, we’re going to set sail and go river cruising with AmaWaterways through the waterways around the world. Those small rivers and waterways where you’ll find history, culture, traditions and fascinating stories of the people who call them home.   Today, we’re ta...

Destination:  Steelpan Music Caribbean and New Orleans Glad you’re here for a replay of this musical and cultural show.  Listen in to learn about the history of steel pan and how music in the Caribbean and in New Orleans have connections that bind us through history, people and places. Here are photos from the Steelpan In The Courtyard event. Here’s a transcript of the show: Hello, hel...

Curacao Like A Local Island Rhythms & Colorful Strolls: Curaçao’s Art, Soul, and Sea Today, I’m taking you to an island that’s got rhythm, soul, flavor—and some of the bluest water I’ve ever seen. Welcome to Curaçao: a gem of the southern Caribbean, where each corner holds something special. This island is filled with wanderment and my show gets you ready to explore it all… Speaking of explori...

Destination:  Nova Scotia and Jekyll Island Adventures History, Adventure and Cuisine Nova Scotia and Jekyll Island adventures are waiting for you. I can take you on a journey to the world’s most captivating destinations! Today, we’re heading to the stunning province of Nova Scotia, Canada and Jekyll Island, Georgia for adventures, history and cuisine. Known for its rugged coastline, breathtaking...

Canada Black Loyalists and American Revolutionary War Canada Black Loyalists and American Revolutionary War have a very unique Black history connection. Our history dates before Harriet Tubman and her march to freedom. The underground railroad’s path to Canada is well known and documented. From 1820 to 1861, those seeking to find freedom would go north to Canada on the Underground Railroad’s secre...

Destination: Harriet Tubman Cayuga, New York Harriet Tubman & Cayuga, New York are both a story of resilience, commitment and dedication. Harriet Tubman chose Cayuga, New York as her home Choosing the city of Auburn as the place to settle with her family. After working on the Underground Railroad, she moved to Cayuga County. Although she is best known for her daring missions to free enslaved p...