I was hosted on a trip to Abilene Kansas by Visit Abilene Kansas The Story In 1970, while visiting Abilene on a choir trip, a young man named Terry, and his brother, happened to see an old majestic home. The outside of the home was unkept and the home looked like it needed some care but there was something about it that drew him and his twin brother Jerry into wanting to … [Read more...]
Ashton Villa’s Hidden Past Meets Galveston Texas Coastal Charm
Google Podcasts Spotify Apple Podcasts iHeartRadio Transcript 00:00 Hi and welcome to the Traveling Fool, the show that talks about travel destinations, history, culture and people of those places, along with travel tips and news. I'm Bob Bales, and today we're headed to the Gulf of Texas, the island city of Galveston, with a history of pirates, storms and secrets. Our … [Read more...]
Epic Andouille Trail Adventure Awaits in River Parishes Louisiana
WHAT IS ANDOUILLE? You may have heard of Andouille, but do you know what it is? First, lets talk about how to pronounce Andouille. It is pronounced, aan·doo·ee, and most people say it is of French origin, although some say German. . Andouille differs from the fresh sausage you find in the grocery store, and even the Andouille found in France. First, it uses a very … [Read more...]
Indian Maiden Legends, Medal of Honor Valor, and the Tunnel to Nowhere
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...]
Exploring The Cajun Capitol Of Texas
I was hosted for this visit by Visit Port Arthur Tucked away in the far Southeast corner of the State of Texas lies Port Arthur, otherwise known as the Cajun Capitol of Texas. When I say the far corner of the State, I mean it. It is just a bridge crossing away from Louisiana. Port Arthur Texas traces its founding to 1895 when railroad magnate Arthur E. Stilwell … [Read more...]
