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Indian Maiden Legends, Medal of Honor Valor, and the Tunnel to Nowhere

May 28, 2025 By Bob Bales Leave a Comment

Google Podcasts Spotify Apple Podcasts iHeartRadio Summary   Tucked away in the northwest corner of South Carolina, Oconee County reveals itself as an undiscovered treasure where natural beauty intertwines with captivating history. As I wandered through this Blue Ridge Mountain paradise, I uncovered the poignant legend of Issaquena, a brave Choctaw maiden who risked … [Read more...]

From Kansas City to Palawan: Forgotten Stories of Valor

May 24, 2025 By Bob Bales Leave a Comment

Google Podcasts Spotify Apple Podcasts iHeartRadio Summary Every monument tells a story. Every museum preserves voices that might otherwise be forgotten. As a veteran who served for two decades, I've always been drawn to military history – not for political reasons, but because these sites connect us to our shared human experience.From the moment you step into the … [Read more...]

20 Underrated Historic Spots in Texas for Curious Travelers

April 17, 2025 By Bob Bales 3 Comments

La Bahia Presidio

Google Podcasts Spotify Apple Podcasts iHeartRadio TRANSCRIPT 00:00 Hi, and welcome to the Traveling Fool, the show where we explore the most intriguing aspects of travel, culture, and history. I'm your host, Bob Bales, and today we are covering 20 historic sites in Texas that are often overlooked. These aren't the big names like The Alamo or San Jacinto that draw big … [Read more...]

Battlefields to Beachfronts: Fort Gaines and Fort Morgan Adventure

March 11, 2024 By Bob Bales 2 Comments

FT Gaines

Alabama has 53 miles of coastline and Gulf Shores/Orange Beach has some of the most beautiful beaches on the Gulf Coast and in the United States. It is no wonder why so many people travel to the area to enjoy the waters, resorts and the many things to do. The Alabama coastline was a popular place 160 years ago as well, only for a different reason. Mobile Alabama is only 55 … [Read more...]

Escape To The US Virgin Islands And Discover America’s Caribbean Paradise

February 3, 2023 By Bob Bales 7 Comments

St Croix USVI

My trip was hosted by the US Virgin Islands tourism bureau. The following post contains affiliate links. Thousands of Americans travel each year to relax and enjoy some tropical island paradise. Many go Asia, which I love and admittedly have beautiful beaches. Others head to Hawaii, while others opt for closer to home in the Caribbean. Unless you have been on a cruise … [Read more...]

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Profile Flipped Hi and welcome to The Traveling Fool. Born with a passion of learning about the history of different cultures, Bob Bales (aka The Traveling Fool) enjoys discovering people and places he finds off the beaten path that most tourists don’t know about. Often found with a cigar in one hand and a good whiskey in the other, Bob likes to write about what makes those people and places he visits special. Being retired military and having lived, worked and traveled from Europe to Asia and North America there is always a history and story to be told. To learn more about The Traveling Fool check out my About Me page.

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