Look Like a Local: Travelers Not Tourists

Look Like a Local is a travel and tourism podcast that interviews local residents to find the hidden gems that each destination has.

Episode 087 Travel to Stockholm Sweden 09/16/2015

Episode 087 Travel to Stockholm Sweden Lola Akinmade of Slow Travel Stockholm takes us through one of the most idealic cities in all of Europe. Lola helps us explore the hidden neighborhoods that make up this city. We explore traditional Swedish fare like Swedish meatballs and reindeer. We also go to the Vasa Museum where a formerly sunken warship makes up the large part of the building. Traveling to Lapland to explore the great Northern Lights and we delve into some of the traditional festivals that we need to know about. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3803842

Episode 086 Travel to Durham, North Carolina 09/15/2015

Episode 086 Travel to Durham, North Carolina Home to Duke University, Durham has some great things in store for the traveler. Sam Poley of the Durham Travel and Visitors Bureau shows us some great BBQ sports, the world's second largest group of lemurs, and the World Beer Fest. If you're into it. Durham has it! /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3799963

Episode 085 Columbia, South Carolina 09/10/2015

Episode 085 Columbia, South Carolina In this episode Andrea Mensink of the Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau shares the secrets of these great destination. Come and chow down on stuffed chicken wings with Too Fat to Fly. Wonder at a 100 year old tortoise at the zoo who just had her first two batches of little turtles. Andrea also takes time to explain South Carolina's fascination with bow ties and why you gotta look good when you step out in Columbia. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3791761

Episode 084 Travel to Columbia, SC 09/09/2015

Episode 084 Travel to Columbia, SC In this episode we head on over to Columbia SC. The capital city of South Carolina has been overshadowed by other destinations in this great state, but no more. Columbia is coming into it's own and wants you to know that there is a lot to explore in this travel destination. Brian Cole of Columbia Food Tours leads us through Columbia's streets and shows us the great zoo that Columbia has and it's penchant for the delicous boiled peanut. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3788269

Episode 083 Travel to Winston Salem 09/04/2015

Episode 083 Travel to Winston Salem In this episode we visit Winston Salem. Home of Krispy Kreme Donuts, the father of the Empire State Building, and great southern cooking it's the place to be. Jeff Smith of Smittynotes.com takes us through his life time home. Winston Salem has contributed so much to the American fabric. Listen to this episode and get ready to be amazed at what Winston Salem has to offer. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3778601

Episode 082 Travel With the Global Goulets (Part 2) 09/02/2015

Episode 082 Travel With the Global Goulets (Part 2) Part 2 of our conversation with the Global Goulets. This episode focuses on their current travels from New York City to Argentina. We discuss why they made the choice to travel through Mexico and visit the "Murder Capital of the World" in Honduras. They continue to provide valuable insight on the world of travel. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3774250

Episode 081 Travel with the Global Goulets. 09/01/2015

Episode 081 Travel with the Global Goulets. In this episode the guys from the Global Goulets discuss how they turned their travel dreams into a reality. What made three guys with steady jobs in New York City give it all up to pursue a travel dream from London to Mongolia? In this episode we discuss overcoming the obstacles and getting out there and help you pursue your own travel goals. Visit them at globalgoulets.com /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3771847

Episode 080 Travel to Corolla, NC 08/27/2015

Episode 080 Travel to Corolla, NC Lisa Bass takes us through Corolla, NC. Corolla is filled with amazing features that you won't find in other Outer Banks towns. Wild horses and Four Wheel Drive vehicles to name a few. In this episode we discuss crab hunting, shoulder seasons, and why bringing a four wheel drive vehicle is a MUST for any visitor. Check out everything that is going on at www.visitcurrituck.com. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3762106

Episode 079 Travel to New York City (Part 2) 08/26/2015

Episode 079 Travel to New York City (Part 2) In this episode we wrap up our trip with the guys who make up the Global Goulets. We talk about what makes up a great Friday night in New York City. Explore the "Boozy Brunch" and why The College Interns are Back Day should be a real thing. Make sure you check them out at GlobalGoulets.com! /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3760873

Episode 078 Travel to New York City (Part 1) 08/26/2015

Episode 078 Travel to New York City (Part 1) The boys from Global Goulets are showing us around New York City. Taking a break from their trip from NY to Argentina they show us what New York is all about. Come with us as they show us where to get a $1 New York slice of pizza, a play where you walk around the set, and where to get some great mozzarella. The guys also show us why in the city that never sleeps connections are made at 2AM between three people just looking for a ride home. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3759119

Episode 077 Travel to Charleston, West Virginia (Part 2) 08/21/2015

Episode 077 Travel to Charleston, West Virginia (Part 2) Part 2 of our trip to Charleston, West Virginia as Jeff Holbrook of the WV podcast takes us to the Berkshire, an amazing resort that held a bunker to save the members of the US Government. Jeff also takes us through the amazing number of festivals that Charleston has to offer and also dispels the myths that some believe about this proud state and her great people. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3749984

Episode 076 Charleston, West Virginia (Part 1) 08/21/2015

Episode 076 Charleston, West Virginia (Part 1) Charleston West Virginia is a great destination that needs to be explored. West Virginia as a whole is a state that is often overlooked, but for those that give it a chance, they are often overwhelmed by the amount of beauty and culture that are seamlessly blended together. No one knows that better than Jeff Holbrook of the WV Podcast who takes us through a city with an amazing capital building, a peanut shop, and some great museums to wrap it all up. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3749792

Williamsburg, Virginia Part 2 08/19/2015

Williamsburg, Virginia Part 2 In this episode the Chris Smith and Robby Willey of the Virginia Beer Company take us around Williamsburg. They show us some of the great festivals that Williamsburg has to offer and some of the many Christmas traditions that this destination has to offer. We also discuss the friendly rivalry between William and Mary and Virginia University. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3746017

Episode 074 Travel to Williamsburg, Virginia 08/18/2015

Episode 074 Travel to Williamsburg, Virginia Travel to Williamsburg Virginia with Robby and Chris of the Virginia Beer Company. We discuss the challanges of eating a 30 inch pizza, the great art museums of Williamsburg, and why craft brewmasters don't try to push each other out of business. A great interview with a couple of great guys from Williamsburg Virginia. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3743214

Reintroducing Look Like a Local 08/18/2015

Reintroducing Look Like a Local A short episode where I reintroduce Look Like a Local and talk about my sebatical and where Look Like a Local will be going to in the near future. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3742966

Episode 073 Travel to Asheville, North Carolina 08/07/2015

Episode 073 Travel to Asheville, North Carolina In this episode we travel to hip Asheville, North Carolina. Asheville is a tight knit community that strives to support the local small businesses that make up its downtown area. With us is AshevilleBlog.com director Emily Trimnal. Emily takes us through her home and shows us some of the unique aspects that make Asheville a great place to visit. Emily shows us that everything that you know about curry is wrong and that there is a million ways to enjoy some great honey. Asheville is defintely the place you want to be if you long for some great scenery and a close community that is waiting to welcome visitors. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3721110

Episode 072 Travel to Washington DC 08/06/2015

Episode 072 Travel to Washington DC Travel to the capital of the United States capital with the founder of LandLopers.com, Matt Long. Matt has traveled to over 70 different nations and all 7 continents. To say that Matt knows a thing or two about travel would be an understatment. Matt chose to make Washington his home base for his travels and that should say something about his love for the city. In this episode, Matt shows us places to eat where celebrity chefs make the meals (and still keep it to $15 a plate), where the hidden gem of the Smithsonian institutes is, and why all the politicians in Washington are slimy. (Hint: Washington was built on a swamp!) /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3718915

Episode 071, Travel to Richmond Virginia 08/05/2015

Episode 071, Travel to Richmond Virginia In this episode we travel to Richmond, Virginia with Taylor Womack an resident of this great historic city. She takes us through Richmond where she introduces us to the white water rafting that can be found right in the city. Than she takes us to Belle Isle formerly a Civil War POW camp. Following that up with a Halloween Parade and some good old fashioned cooking, and we got one heck of a show! /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3717264

Episode 070 Travel to Charleston, South Carolina 08/01/2015

Episode 070 Travel to Charleston, South Carolina In this episode Sydney Gallimore of QueenOftheFoodAge.com takes us on a tour of beautiful South Carolina. Sydney discusses restaurants in laundromats, shrimp and grits, and the haunted tours of Charleston. Sydney also talks about the Charleston Mac Off and why men should wear bow ties down in this beautiful destination. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3709003

Episode 069 Travel to Charleston, SC 07/31/2015

Episode 069 Travel to Charleston, SC Travel to beautiful Charleston, South Carolina with Kate Vontaine of BossLadyJobs.com. Kate tells us where to get the best sushi, the art museums that make up Charleston, and patiently explains what a grit is to Joel. Kate also leads us through the great Spoleto festival and why Edisto should be your day trip outside of Charleston. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3707270

Episode 068 Berlin, Germany (Part Two) 07/30/2015

Episode 068 Berlin, Germany (Part Two) Berlin a city of interlocked neighborhoods that make up one of the most fascinating cities in all of the world. In this episode Daniel Noll and Audrey Scott of the travel blog Uncornered Market discuss the differences between West and East Berlin, street art, and the great festivals that Berlin has to offer. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3704921

Episode 067 Travel to Berlin, Germany (Part 1) 07/29/2015

Episode 067 Travel to Berlin, Germany (Part 1) Travel to Berlin, Germany with our friends at Uncornered Market, Daniel Noll and Audrey Scott. This couple has traveled to over 90 different countries and has chosen Berlin to call their homebase. In this episode we discuss Berlin beer, the neighborhoods that make up this travel destination, and how these two started on a journey of a lifetime. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3702728

Episode 066 Travel to Moscow, Russia (Part 2) 07/24/2015

Episode 066 Travel to Moscow, Russia (Part 2) In this episode we travel to historic Moscow, Russia home to cultural, historical, and culinary delights that you will not be able to find in any other city. In this episode, our guests discuss wearing high heels to the grocery store, the vastness of Moscow, and compare Moscow and Buffalo winters. Make sure to check it out. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3693807

Episode 065 Travel to Moscow, Russia 07/23/2015

Episode 065 Travel to Moscow, Russia Travel to Moscow Russia with Rich and Dasha. The two take us to a dining establishment where patrons eat in the pitch black and order by colors. Rich tells us why he loves Russian Sushi and Dasha says to look like a local in Russia, grab some Vodka and a balailaka and play to your hearts content. Finally, Rich tells us why ordering sweet and sour sauce in a Russian McDonalds can give you dirty looks. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3691527

Episode 064 Fort Lauderdale, Florida 07/21/2015

Episode 064 Fort Lauderdale, Florida Fort Lauderdale is known for its beaches and in this episode Rochelle Matla takes you through Fort Lauderdale and shows you the hidden gems as well. From great hole in the wall bars, to amazing state parks, even a grafitti art gallery there is going to be no shortage of interesting things to do in Fort Lauderdale. Grab some sunscreen and jet on down as we visiti Fort Lauderdale. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3687110

Episode 063 Travel to Amsterdam, the Netherlands (Part 2) 07/18/2015

Episode 063 Travel to Amsterdam, the Netherlands (Part 2) In this episode we travel to Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Bart van Poll shows us around his hometown. Including a music festival that features artists from all around the world. Also, he shows us how to hitchike on to a boat in one of Amsterdams canals and how to bicycle around this beautiful city. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3681718

Episode 062 Amsterdam, the Netherlands (Part 1) 07/17/2015

Episode 062 Amsterdam, the Netherlands (Part 1) Amsterdam is a historic and beautiful city. Travel there with Bar Van Poll of Spotted by Locals. Bart takes us to an Ethiopian restaurant, a underground music venue that used to be a World War II bunker and so much more. In this episode you are going to discover that there is way more to Amsterdam than just meets the eye. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3679808

Episode 061 Buffalo, NY 07/16/2015

Episode 061 Buffalo, NY Travel to Buffalo and see what's in store for this city that is making huge strides towards establishing itself in the travel scene. With a great culinary scene and an understated history and architecture vibe throughout the city you are going to want to make sure that you see this great travel destination. Angie DiFrancesco takes us through her hometown and leads us through the beauty that is Buffalo NY. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3677500

Episode 060 Charlotte, North Carolina 07/15/2015

Episode 060 Charlotte, North Carolina Travel to Charlotte and find out that this city is a contemporary and thriving destination. From a solid sports scene to embracing nature just a short drive away, if you're bored in Charlotte it's your own fault. Dave Reed has been a resident of the area for 10 years and shows us some of his favorite haunts. From great BBQ's to dueling pianists, Dave takes us on a memorable tour of this great city. /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3675441

Episode 059 Travel to Roanoke Virginia 07/14/2015

Episode 059 Travel to Roanoke Virginia Travel to Roanoke and find a city that is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. While Roanoke offers much in the way of out door activities, it also offers so much in the way of arts and culture. Cassandra Nolan of BaconFestVA takes us on a tour of this great travel destination. And oh yeah, did I mention she is the founder of BACONFEST!!! /episode/index/show/looklikealocal/id/3673035

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