I Wish You Were Here: The Daily Travel Brief

I Wish You Were Here: The Daily Travel Brief

Escape the ordinary and explore the world with us! I Wish You Were Here is your weekly ticket to the globe’s most breathtaking destinations, hidden attractions, and thrilling adventures. Join us every Wednesday morning for a new episode. In every episode, we transport you to a new location, offering practical travel tips, fascinating history, and the inspiration you need to plan your next journey. Whether you are a seasoned globetrotter or an armchair traveler dreaming of your next getaway, we bring the world to your ears. Listen & Explore More: Be sure to follow or subscribe on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss a daily departure. Can't wait for the next episode? Follow this link https://i-wish-you-were-here.com to read about other destinations. Use the search box to find what you are looking for.

Episodes

January 21, 2026 2 mins

Join me as I recount my personal history across the Middle East, from a recent tour of Egypt's ancient wonders to a teenage road trip from Kuwait to Spain.  See the photos and learn more at: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/middle-east More Middle East guides: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/egypt-ancient-and-modern https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/jordan-desert-kingdom https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/cont...

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Join us as we explore the fog-kissed hills, historic cable cars, and iconic bridges of the beautiful San Francisco Bay. See the photos and learn more at: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/san-francisco

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Join us as we explore the ancient Nabataean empire carved into the vibrant red sandstone cliffs of Jordan. See the photos and learn more at: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/petra-jordan.

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Leave the pavement behind and discover the ultimate off-road playground in the California desert. See the photos and learn more at: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/ocotillo-wells-svra

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Discover a hidden 300-acre oasis in Irvine where urban life meets wild nature and over 200 bird species thrive.

See the photos and learn more at: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/san-joaquin-wildlife-sanctuary.

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Join us as we explore a stunning waterfall hike above Pasadena, featuring stream crossings, rock scrambles, and plenty of adventure.

See the photos and learn more at: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/millard-canyon-falls.

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Join us as we explore the transformation of Brea, California, from a historic oil town to a premier destination for dining, shopping, and outdoor adventure.

Read about Brea and view the photos here: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/brea-ca

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Step through the screen and into the chaotic, colorful world of 1930s animation at Disneyland's reimagined Toontown.

Read the guide and view photos at https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/mickeys-toontown.

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Discover the vibrant energy of Toronto, a multicultural metropolis featuring towering skyscrapers, historic markets, and a castle in the city.

For photos and a comprehensive guide: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/toronto-canada

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Step back in time to an era of knights and pirates as we explore the interactive world of family dinner theaters.

Checkout the guides at:

https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/dinner-theaters. Follow the links for

Medieval Times and: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/medieval-times  Pirates Dinner Adventure: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/pirates-dinner-adventure 
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Discover a hidden gem just above Pasadena, where you can slide down trails and splash through creeks on the way to a stunning waterfall.

Find hike photos and more details at: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/millard-canyon-falls

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Discover the magic of the Big Apple (New York City), from the history of Wall Street to the neon lights of Times Square and the quiet beauty of Central Park.

Find photos and read more here: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/new-york-city-new-york

 

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Join us as we explore Seal Beach, California, from its historic wooden pier and vintage Main Street to the serene National Wildlife Refuge.

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Discover why Philadelphia is much more than just the birthplace of America as we explore historic streets, vibrant markets, and towering observation decks. Join us for a journey through the best attractions the City of Brotherly Love has to offer.

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Discover the transformation of the Los Angeles Waterfront in San Pedro, from the historic decks of the USS Iowa to the famous shrimp trays at the fish market. Join us as we explore this evolving destination where maritime history meets modern seaside charm.

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Discover the thrill of racing through the Colorado forest canopy at sixty miles per hour on some of the longest and fastest ziplines in the West.

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