This week on Drop A Pin we are recapping our trip featured in our new series Daytripping. We break down our trip to the American Southwest and then talk about what Chap's learned about the Grand Canyon during his time in seminary and how prostitution helped shape the American West!

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We're heading to one of my favorite places in the country—Arizona! While the Grand Canyon and Phoenix usually steal the spotlight, there's so much more to discover across this beautiful, diverse state. This week, travel blogger and advisor Brittany Roberts, shares some amazing insights about this be… We're heading to one of my favorite places in the country—Arizona! While the Grand Canyon and Phoenix usually steal the spotlight, there's so much more to discover across this beautiful, diverse state. This week, travel blogger and advisor Brittany Roberts, shares some amazing insights about this beautiful state in the Southwest. more

Ghostly holiday parties, dancing desert lights, and a low‑tide cave with a mind of its own. Ready to let curiosity win for one spooky night?
In this episode, we cover:

Halloween traditions in and around the parks!
El Tovar at Grand Canyon and the friendly specter of Fred Harvey
Big Bend by night, u… Ghostly holiday parties, dancing desert lights, and a low‑tide cave with a mind of its own. Ready to let curiosity win for one spooky night?
In this episode, we cover:

Halloween traditions in and around the parks!
El Tovar at Grand Canyon and the friendly specter of Fred Harvey
Big Bend by night, unexplained lights, and why it can feel like the loneliest park in the lower 48
Acadia’s Devil’s Oven sea cave, low tide, and why the NPS wants you to give it space

Your task for today: We hope we've convinced you that there's a lot more to our national parks than meets the eye! Head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram pages and let us know what you think. What's your favorite spooky story from a national park?
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We're sharing 10 amazing places you have to visit in Arizona! Arizona has impressive landscapes that allow you to immerse yourself in nature. It's a gorgeous state with healing and incredibly special energy.

Download our ⁠Arizona national parks road trip itinerary⁠ and our ⁠Grand Canyon/Page road t… We're sharing 10 amazing places you have to visit in Arizona! Arizona has impressive landscapes that allow you to immerse yourself in nature. It's a gorgeous state with healing and incredibly special energy.

Download our ⁠Arizona national parks road trip itinerary⁠ and our ⁠Grand Canyon/Page road trip itinerary⁠ to see many of these places in one trip.

Here are 10 places we love and recommendations we have on each:

Sedona:

• Episode: ⁠Weekend Hiking Trip in Sedona⁠
• Where to Stay in Sedona: ⁠Southwest Inn at Sedona⁠, ⁠Matterhorn Inn⁠, or ⁠Los Abrigados Resort and Spa⁠
Saguaro National Park

• Episode: ⁠Saguaro to Petried Forest Road Trip⁠
• Where to Stay in Near Saguaro: ⁠Adobe Rose Inn B&B⁠, ⁠Courtyard by Marriott Tucson⁠, or ⁠Lodge on the Desert⁠
• ⁠Arizona National Parks Itinerary ⁠Petrified Forest National Park

• Episode: ⁠Saguaro to Petried Forest Road Trip⁠
• Where to Stay near Petrified Forest: ⁠Holiday Inn Express⁠, ⁠Best Western Paint Pony Lodge⁠, or ⁠Days Inn by Wyndham⁠
• ⁠Arizona National Parks Itinerary ⁠Lake Havasu

• Where to Stay in Lake Havasu: ⁠WorldMark Havasu Dunes⁠, ⁠Sway Hotel⁠, or ⁠Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Havasu⁠Scottsdale

• Where to Stay in Scottsdale: ⁠Orange Tree Resort⁠, ⁠DoubleTree by Hilton Paradise Valley Resort Scottsdale⁠, or ⁠Scottsdale Camelback Resort⁠Grand Canyon National Park

• Episode: ⁠Day in Grand Canyon⁠
• Where to Stay near the Grand Canyon: ⁠Thunderbird Lodge (inside the park)⁠, ⁠Bright Angel Lodge (inside the park)⁠, ⁠The Grand Hotel at the Grand Canyon⁠, or ⁠Red Feather Lodge⁠Monument Valley

• Where to Stay in Monument Valley: ⁠Goulding's Lodge⁠ or ⁠The View Hotel⁠Page

• Episode: ⁠American Southwest Road Trip⁠
• Where to Stay in Page: ⁠Best Western View of Lake Powell⁠, ⁠La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Page at Lake Powell⁠, or ⁠Hyatt Place Page Lake Powell⁠Bullhead City

• Where to Stay in Bullhead City: ⁠Holiday Inn Express & Suites⁠, Havasupai Falls

• Episode: ⁠4 Days Backpacking Havasupai Falls⁠
• Where to stay before your hike into Havasupai: ⁠Hualapai Lodge⁠ or ⁠Grand Canyon Caverns Inn⁠
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Olivier Award-winning actress Celia Imrie joins Tanya Rose to divulge her travel secrets this week.

In this episode, Celia discusses her life-changing experience filming The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel in India, why she believes everyone needs to visit the Grand Canyon and opens up about why she’ll … Olivier Award-winning actress Celia Imrie joins Tanya Rose to divulge her travel secrets this week.

In this episode, Celia discusses her life-changing experience filming The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel in India, why she believes everyone needs to visit the Grand Canyon and opens up about why she’ll never travel by plane again!

Plus, she recounts an eventful train journey from Bulgaria to Paris and explains why staying in an ice hotel didn’t quite live up to expectations…

Celia stars in The Thursday Murder Club, which is out now on Netflix. She is also appearing in The Celebrity Traitors - coming this October!

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Places mentioned: 

Nice, France

Grand Canyon, USA

New York, USA

Le Chantecler, Nice

La Petite Maison, Nice

Sofia, Bulgaria

Zagreb, Croatia

Udaipur, India

Jaipur, India

Estwatini (formerly known as Swaziland)

Inverness, Scotland

Australia

Chapters

00:00 Intro

03:21 Secret 1: Number 1 travel destination everybody should go to

06:55 Secret 2: Most unexpected travel experience

13:13 Secret 3: Most Over or Underrated travel experience

15:54 Secret 5: Best Food & Drink while travelling

21:17 Secret 4: Number 1 travel tip

24:51 Secret 6: Poignant memory from a trip 

32:08 Secret 7: Special travel photograph

35:43 Outro more

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Hear about rafting the Grand Canyon for seven days as the Amateur Traveler talks about this bucket list trip sponsored by Western River Expeditions.

In this solo (but not really solo) episode of Amateur Traveler, host Chris Christensen recounts a seven-day rafting adventure down the Grand Canyon wi… Hear about rafting the Grand Canyon for seven days as the Amateur Traveler talks about this bucket list trip sponsored by Western River Expeditions.

In this solo (but not really solo) episode of Amateur Traveler, host Chris Christensen recounts a seven-day rafting adventure down the Grand Canyon with Western River Expeditions — a journey filled with whitewater rapids, red rock cliffs, side canyon hikes, waterfalls, fossils, ancient ruins, and meaningful encounters with fellow travelers.

Motorized J-rig rafts cover 188 miles of the Colorado River in 7 days

Overnights at iconic river camps: Ledges, Dinosaur, Carbon, Hotauta, Football Field, and Lower 185 Mile

Major rapids including Hermit, Crystal, Granite, Sockdolager, Lava Falls, and more

Cultural stops: Nankoweap granaries, ancestral Puebloan ruins, sacred Hopi salt mines

Geology & scenery: Marble Canyon, Vishnu schist, Zoroaster granite, lava flows, and Redwall Cavern

Side hikes to Havasu Canyon, Elves Chasm, Stone Creek Falls, and Deer Creek

Memorable stargazing, Dutch oven desserts, and even a toga night

Highlights of the Trip: 

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Helen Fielding, author of the best-selling Bridget Jones novels, joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets this week.
In this episode, Helen discusses her love for the Grand Canyon, her experience backpacking in Thailand and how her passion for adventure was first ignited as a child when travelli… Helen Fielding, author of the best-selling Bridget Jones novels, joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets this week.
In this episode, Helen discusses her love for the Grand Canyon, her experience backpacking in Thailand and how her passion for adventure was first ignited as a child when travelling across Europe in her family’s Dormobile.
Plus, Helen shares her top tip for travelling with babies and reveals how much of her own travel experiences influenced some of our favourite Bridget Jones moments…
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Central America

El Tovar Hotel, Grand Canyon, USA

Saint John Hotel Villas & Spa, Mykonos, Greece

Hippie Fish, Mykonos, Greece

Kaminaki, Corfu, Greece

Hotel La Colombe d’Or, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France

Alila Fort Bishangarh, India

Oslo Court, Saint John’s Wood

Sudan

Mozambique

Elephant Watch Camp, Samburu, Kenya

Red Lion Pub, Burnsall

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Strap on your hiking boots (or just grab a comfy chair) as Crystal, Joe, and a crew of adventure enthusiasts take you on a journey through the wild wonders of Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and Muir Woods. Expect epic tales, unexpected detours, and a few moments of sheer survival mode—because what's a n… Strap on your hiking boots (or just grab a comfy chair) as Crystal, Joe, and a crew of adventure enthusiasts take you on a journey through the wild wonders of Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and Muir Woods. Expect epic tales, unexpected detours, and a few moments of sheer survival mode—because what's a national park trip without a little chaos?

In this episode:


• Amanda's Grand Canyon Trek – She and her friends tackled the canyon, but did they make it out in one piece? (Spoiler: Yes, but not without stories to tell.)
• Joe vs. Two-Year-Olds at the Grand Canyon – Ever tried hiking with toddlers? Joe has, and let's just say gravity was not on his side.
• Karen's Husband, the Yellowstone Trickster – Nothing stops traffic like a bear sighting… or at least the illusion of one. Karen's husband puts this theory to the test, sending eager tourists into full camera-clicking mode—for absolutely nothing.
• Avoiding the Crowds Like a Pro – Discover secret pockets of peace in America's most popular parks (yes, even Yellowstone).
• West Virginia Wonders – Amanda swaps canyons for the serene beauty of New River Gorge—a hidden gem for adventurers.
• The 'Gear of the Day' Mystery – Can you guess what travel essential keeps adventurers cozy in all conditions? We reveal a Smart Wool secret that'll change your packing game.
• Coming Soon: Thailand Teasers – Get a sneak peek at our next journey—think elephants, street food, and maybe a tuk-tuk race or two. Whether you're a national park newbie or a seasoned trailblazer, this episode is packed with inspiration, practical tips, and a little friendly chaos to fuel your next outdoor adventure.

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In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we interviewed another park ranger! Meet Kelkiyana Yazzie, the  Tribal Program Coordinator at Grand Canyon National Park and a proud member of the Navajo Nation. 
Kelkiyana shares the deep cultural significance of the Grand Canyon to the tribes who ha… In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we interviewed another park ranger! Meet Kelkiyana Yazzie, the  Tribal Program Coordinator at Grand Canyon National Park and a proud member of the Navajo Nation. 
Kelkiyana shares the deep cultural significance of the Grand Canyon to the tribes who have called this land home for generations. She also gives us an insider look at her role with the National Park Service, including what her job involves, the impact she makes, and so much more! 
Here’s what we’ll cover:

The important work Kelkiyana does at the Grand Canyon
What makes Havasupai Gardens so special 
The movement to restore original names in national parks
The tribes native to the Grand Canyon area
Kelkiyana’s favorite parts of being a Tribal Program Coordinator
How she got her start as a National Park Ranger, plus her advice for aspiring rangers
What makes the Grand Canyon so unique
Whether Kelkiyana would support podracing in the Grand Canyon (you’ll love her answer!)
The best spots in the Grand Canyon, according to a park ranger
South Kaibab vs. Bright Angel Trails—a ranger’s take
The number one tip for visiting the Grand Canyon

We hope you enjoy this conversation with Kelkiyana as much as we did! Hearing her perspective on the Grand Canyon’s cultural and spiritual significance was truly inspiring.
Your task for today: Add the Desert View Watchtower to your list of must-see stops when you visit the Grand Canyon! It’s the perfect place to experience the incredible Native American heritage woven into this iconic park.
For a full summary of this episode, links to things we mentioned, and free resources/deals to get your trip planning started, check out the full show notes here. more

This episode was recorded on the Colorado River within the walls of the Grand Canyon. Clayborn Nodman is a traditional singer, story teller, dancer and member of the Hualapai or Walapai. The Hualapai are a tribe of Native Americans who live in the mountains of northwestern Arizona, United States. To… This episode was recorded on the Colorado River within the walls of the Grand Canyon. Clayborn Nodman is a traditional singer, story teller, dancer and member of the Hualapai or Walapai. The Hualapai are a tribe of Native Americans who live in the mountains of northwestern Arizona, United States. Today they are enrolled in the Hualapai Indian Tribe of the Hualapai Indian Reservation.

The name, meaning "people of the tall trees", is derived from the Hualapai word for ponderosa pine. Their traditional territory is a 108-mile stretch along the pine-clad southern side of the Grand Canyon and the Colorado River with the tribal capital located at Peach Springs. This episode was recorded in various side canyons of the Grand Canyon. 

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In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we are back with another Mail from the Trail episode! 
We are diving into your burning questions about the national parks. Join us as we discuss hiking the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim, hiking trip necessities, how we decide which parks to visit, and more!… In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we are back with another Mail from the Trail episode! 
We are diving into your burning questions about the national parks. Join us as we discuss hiking the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim, hiking trip necessities, how we decide which parks to visit, and more! 
In this episode, we discuss: 
How to hike Rim to Rim in the Grand Canyon and the best time to do it
The must-have necessities for safe and fun hiking trips 
The national parks we haven’t been to yet and why 
Thank you so much for all of your questions today! We really appreciate hearing from you. If you have any questions, send us some mail from the trail by going to our podcast page. We would love to hear from you and answer your questions! 
In this episode, we mentioned a couple of things that you might want to look at: The 10 Essentials for Hiking and the Master Reservation List.
Check out the full show notes here. more

The Grand Canyon is the United States' 15th national park and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also considered one of the Great Wonders of the World. Ontario-based climber Mike Grainger talks about his experience whitewater rafting on the Colorado River. He also gets to hike on the trip, and s… The Grand Canyon is the United States' 15th national park and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also considered one of the Great Wonders of the World. Ontario-based climber Mike Grainger talks about his experience whitewater rafting on the Colorado River. He also gets to hike on the trip, and shares how a hybrid trip allows for couples and families to participate in the same adventure at their own skill and comfort level. He says this trip is worth every penny as your adrenalin is sure to be racing going through the rapids.  This popular episode was first released in the fall of 2017.

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Brad Dimock is an author, boat builder, geologist and Grand Canyon river guide. He has been guiding in the Grand Canyon since the early 70s and has starred in historic films about the Grand Canyon. Brad has studied boat building methods from around the world and continues to build and row wooden boa… Brad Dimock is an author, boat builder, geologist and Grand Canyon river guide. He has been guiding in the Grand Canyon since the early 70s and has starred in historic films about the Grand Canyon. Brad has studied boat building methods from around the world and continues to build and row wooden boats out of this museum/boat shop in Flagstaff, Arizona. 

Check out his amazing website: https://fretwaterboatworks.com

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This episode was recorded on location in collaboration with Xplorer Maps. We want to extend boatloads of gratitude to Xplorer Maps for their generous support of this podcast and international outreach programs paired with conservation projects. Learn more at XplorerMaps.com and be sure to follow the adventures of their story maps on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.

Xplorer Maps is a small family business based in Missoula, Montana with deep roots in Africa. Xplorer Maps has over 60+ hand drawn story maps of destinations from all over the world, including our national parks. Xplorer Maps and The Trail Less Traveled both share the vision of connecting people and place through storytelling, conservation, art, history and culture. We're collaborating to Bring Cartography to Life through story maps, podcasts, live presentations and a multimedia visual series on social media.

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In this episode, Alfredo Aliaga, his daughter Anabel Aliaga-Buchenau, and Julian Coiner, who just returned from a quest to set a new World record that would make Alfredo, at age 92, the oldest person to hike the Grand Canyon from rim to rim, join us to share their story about their hike that covered… In this episode, Alfredo Aliaga, his daughter Anabel Aliaga-Buchenau, and Julian Coiner, who just returned from a quest to set a new World record that would make Alfredo, at age 92, the oldest person to hike the Grand Canyon from rim to rim, join us to share their story about their hike that covered 24 miles in 21 hours.

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In 1938 two women botanists broke with convention and set off on an expedition trip along the Colorado River that would see them risk their lives over rapids in the name of research. Two years ago, science journalist Melissa Sevigny retraced their adventure, whitewater rafting the same rapids and sl… In 1938 two women botanists broke with convention and set off on an expedition trip along the Colorado River that would see them risk their lives over rapids in the name of research. Two years ago, science journalist Melissa Sevigny retraced their adventure, whitewater rafting the same rapids and sleeping under the stars to learn more about who these women were—and why their work still influences the scientific landscape of America today. more

Nothing makes you feel like you’re in a national park more than staying in a rustic, historic cabin in the woods. (Or on an ocean bluff or the rim of the Grand Canyon.) In this episode, we describe many of our favorite cabins throughout the NPS system and recount our experiences staying in them.
Wit… Nothing makes you feel like you’re in a national park more than staying in a rustic, historic cabin in the woods. (Or on an ocean bluff or the rim of the Grand Canyon.) In this episode, we describe many of our favorite cabins throughout the NPS system and recount our experiences staying in them.
With views of everything from stunning mountain lakes to the rugged Badlands and bugling elk and brown bears hanging out just yards from our front porches, these cabins offered us a unique and unforgettable park experience. It was fun for us to reminisce on all our cabin stays, and we hope our stories encourage you to check a few of them out for yourself as you travel through the national parks.
Here are a few of the cabins we discus in this episode:
·     Lake Crescent Lodge – Olympic NP,
·     Cedar Pass Lodge – Badlands NP,
·     Zion Lodge,
·     Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim,
·     Bryce Canyon Lodge,
·     Big Meadows – Shenandoah NP,
·     Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel – Yellowstone NP,
·     Colter Bay Village – Grand Teton NP,
·     Brooks Camp Cabins – Katmai NP,
·     And many, many more!
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America is home to some of the world's most awe-inspiring landscapes and natural marvels. In this episode, we've chosen twelve stunning destinations that are also relatively easy for most people to experience. While there are many more beautiful sights to behold in the US beyond our list, the places… America is home to some of the world's most awe-inspiring landscapes and natural marvels. In this episode, we've chosen twelve stunning destinations that are also relatively easy for most people to experience. While there are many more beautiful sights to behold in the US beyond our list, the places we've included here are ones we feel everyone should see at least once in their lifetime.
 
Join us as we give you an overview of each place, provide tips and suggestions for making the most of your visit, and share a few of our experiences visiting these beautiful sights.
 
The places we discuss in this episode include the following:
·     Grand Canyon - Arizona
·     Horseshoe Bend - Arizona
·     Antelope Canyon - Arizona
·     Delicate Arch, Arches NP - Utah
·     Yosemite Valley - California
·     The Largest Sequoias Trees in Kings and Sequoia NPs - California
·     Devils Tower National Monument - Wyoming
·     Crater Lake, Crater Lake NP - Oregon
·     Going to the Sun Road, Alpine Section, Glacier NP - Montana
·     Mount Rainier, Sunrise Area, Mount Rainier NP - Washington
·     Bryce Canyon Amphitheater, Bryce Canyon NP - Utah
·     Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone NP, Wyoming
 
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