Episodes

Food Maps – Where did our food originate Food Maps – where did our favorite foods originate? Have you asked this question? Well many of Travel With Annita’s listeners not only asked but also wrote to us wanting Doc Bill to say more. We asked him to come back and share more about some of our most favorite foods and how they have become so popular. And, we want to know how they made their way to a new land. As much as people love to travel, it seems food does too. Food maps of the world tell the ...

Kindred Spirit Mailbox Lowell Thomas Award Winning Show Lowell Thomas Award Wining Show – The Kindred Spirit Mailbox is a heartfelt story about a special spot on Sunset Beach in North Carolina. First aired last year in Sept. it just won a Gold Lowell Thomas travel journalist award. Here is a replay of this heartwarming and lovely story shared by Lynn Nesmith, the daughter of Frank Nesmith (the creator of the Kindred Mailbox) and two of his dear friends. This show is an inspiration to share you...

Destination: Food Maps Where did our favorite foods originate Food Maps – where did our favorite foods originate? Have you asked this question? Food and travel are the perfect pair. When we are off on a getaway we want to try the local dish, the national meals and all the recommended things to eat. It’s top of the list. That’s part of the fun in travel. But, have you wondered how certain dishes become a national favorite? Did the ingredients originate in that country? Food maps of the world te...

Destination: Luxury Travel With Art In Voyage Luxury Travel with Art in Voyage is your ticket to exclusive vacation dreams come true. Who remembers the TV show – Lifestyles of the rich and famous? Did you watch and wonder, how can I do that? Did you have champagne dreams and caviar wishes? That was the theme you know. I watched and want to travel and stay in luxurious accommodations and have an exclusive, unique experience in amazing destinations. That show was definitely an inspiration for me...

River Cruising with Emerald Cruises River cruising with Emerald Cruises means visiting your choice of ports from a long list of itineraries and excursions. When you are sailing the river ways you visit small towns and villages – places you would not find on most motor coach tour itineraries and Emerald Cruises has the perfect choice for your travel style. Emerald Cruises is the sister cruise line to Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours which offers butler service on similar routes. Both Emerald and...

Rocky Mountaineer and The Canadian Rockies Rocky Mountaineer Canadian Rockies train ride is all about you and the journey! Have you been dreaming of a train getaway. Well, wait no longer, Rocky Mountaineer is ready to take you through the Canadian Rockies on an exploration of a life time. From luxurious train coaches, to delicious made to order meals, awe-inspiring scenery and wildlife makes this a trip to remember. Listen to the recording for all the details of my recent trip and how you too ...

4th of July Celebrate Amazing Americans This 4th of July celebrate amazing Americans who make America a great country we can be proud of. The people who call this country home and have awe-inspiring stories to make us proud. Through their bravery, selflessness, compassion to see beauty in the world and their ability to seek redemption, we are inspired. And, on this show we celebrate their lives of courage, bravery, wonder and redemption. I share the stories of four Americans – Richard Etherid...

Juneteenth Travel Ideas Franklin, TN and Selma, AL Juneteenth is the perfect inspiration for planning summer vacations to historic African American sites. After two years of limited travel, we’re all ready to find ways to have meaningful experiences when we travel. If the pandemic taught us anything, we learned the value of connecting. From family and friends, to cultures and traditions to cuisines and all the things that make us who we are, having a meaning experience when we travel is importa...

Hacienda Del Mar Los Cabos The luxurious Hacienda Del Mar Los Cabos. Get ready to be entertained and inspired. I just got back from Cabo San Lucas and how do you say you gotta go too, without saying you gotta go too!! I do it right here on my radio show all about my trip. I’m sharing my many chats with great friends at Hacienda del Mar the resort and spa where I stayed. And, while I was out on the waters and not just any waters but the Sea of Cortez, I grabbed a quick conversation with our saili...

Destination – Summer Vacation Destinations Lake Blackshear Where are you planning to travel? Do you have some place in mind? Are you thinking of destinations near by or off in the wild blue yonder? For some of us, we have been staying close to home and now that we’re ready to get back out and about, we are wondering how things are. What requirements and mandates may be in place. How can we easily plan for vacations without feeling that we are more stressed planning to getaway, than we are with...

Summer Vacation Tour Ideas Now is the perfect time to start planning summer vacations. After two years of limited travel, we’re all ready to have meaningful experiences when we travel. If the pandemic taught us anything, we learned the value of connecting. From family and friends, to cultures and traditions to cuisines and all the things that make us who we are. That’s what we want to experience. Finding those connections is easy to do by getting out in the world. Putting down those glossy tra...

Gordon Dirker from Celestyal Cruises and Ellen Clark professional photographer, are here to get you ready for a getaway filled with beautiful scenery, exhilarating activities and delicious food. And Ellen will share how you can capture it all with great photos. The saying goes spring is in the air! Now travel is in the air, after years of sheltering in place and staying close to home we’re ready to travel further than around the city and state. One destination that is always on everyone’s list ...

Jessica B. Harris High On The Hog Author and Culinary Historian Jessica B. Harris High On The Hog author and culinary historian is our guest today. Have you thought about how food travels from one place to another with the people who call that place home? As people move from one place to another, they take with them their culture, food, traditions and all the things that make them who they are. Each of those aspects about people moves with them as they arrive in a new place. The food, its prepa...

Great Photography Tips and Culinary Delights Great photography tips help make our photographs tell a story. A good photo can take you to a place where you learn about people, cultures and how others celebrate the special occasions in their lives. We can learn a lot about other people and places through photography. I’ve always been an admirer of photographers who can capture something special in a setting. You’ve probably experienced it too; somehow, one photo captures the feelings and mood of ...

Black History Month Flat Rock Archives Arabia Mountain Heritage Site New Black Wall Street Market New Black Wall Street Market and Flat Rock Archives are a true legacy realized. T.A. Bryant, Sr. wanted to save his community and build a legacy for not only his family but a neighborhood. The story of Flat Rock which is part of Arabia Mountain Heritage Area, continues to inspire us today. His home built in 1917 is now a part of the Flat Rock Archives, located in the City of Stonecrest, Georgia, th...

Where To Go For Black History Month It’s a great time to venture out and explore history. Those little known facts or learning more about the people and places you already know. Black History Month can take you around the U.S.A. with stories and historic events that share the contributions of African Americans throughout the years. Exploring the rich history of African Americans around the U.S. shows their vital part in American history. During the show you’ll hear trivia about other countries...

St. Augustine The Ancient City History, Culture, Adventure, Cuisine St. Augustine Florida the Ancient City – is a favorite destination along the North Florida coast. Filled with intriguing history, culture, outdoor adventure, and delicious cuisine, St. Augustine is one of Travel With Annita’s top destinations for 2022 vacations. With adventures all around the city and a long, long list of things to do, the oldest city in America welcomes everyone – families, solo travelers, couples – everyone ...

The Jamestown Settlement First Three Ships Jamestown Settlement First Three Ships brings us lots to explore. Here’s a question for you today. D you travel to explore and learn more or relax and have fun; leaving all the worries behind and just kicking back. I’m often asked why do I love to travel so much. Especially because travel has become work for me. I have a curiosity or interest in knowing what’s going on in other parts of the world and also learning more about history. I am fond of muse...

Cody Yellowstone, Wyoming Celebrates Yellowstone National Park 150th Anniversary Yellowstone National Park turns 150 years old in 2022. The park has been the destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking adventure, exploring the area and wildlife. Over 3.8 million people visited last year. It is one of the most visited parks in the National Park Service. This year if there is one place you should put on your list of places to visit, it is Cody, Wyoming the best spot for entering the park and havi...

Erin Brown Paratriathlete and DEAI Advocate Erin Brown paratriathlete and DEAI advocate is a cancer survivor, amputee, advocate for accessibility, Godmother of Royal Caribbean’s ship Odyssey of the Seas, motivational speaker, mother and most of all an inspiration to all. Brown was a collegiate track and field athlete with her whole life ahead of her; with all the dreams any young lady would wish for herself. She was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer, osteosarcoma which changed the cour...

Sailing With Royal Caribbean on Odyssey of the Seas Cruise with Royal Caribbean! Are you ready to go Sailing with Royal Caribbean on Odyssey of the Seas. I know the answer is yes! Sailing on the deep blue sea with the gentle breeze and calm rocking of the ship is one of the best ways to vacation. Come along with me when I take you onboard Royal Caribbean’s Odyssey of the Seas. It’s their newest ship filled with activities and wonderment! I just got back from a cruise excursion filled with act...

Time Stamp 0:00 – 9:59 -Segment One – Travel Insurance With Sarah Fouts 10:00-30:48- Segment Two and Three – Visit Manhattan, Kansas 30:49 – Segment Four – Cruise Critic with Colleen McDaniel It’s Family Holiday Travel Time – Manhattan, Kansas gives you all the fascinating adventure your family will love. I’m always ready to go out on an adventure and exploring a new city and state is always top of my list. I have a couple of things I like to do when planning and booking my travel. First is to ...

Family Holiday 2021 Travel Welcome to Barrier Islands Family Holiday 2021 is coming soon. For many of us, 2020 holidays were spent in separate homes …. Away from love ones. This year we want to be together celebrating, connecting and feeling the holiday spirit in person. We’re ready. But, we still want to be healthy and safe. We continue to focus on care for our love ones by finding places to gather with low populations and the ability to social distance. We can make 2021 a great holiday season...

Grand County Colorado From boat rides to horseback rides Grand County Colorado in the summer time. It’s filled with boat rides, horseback rides, hikes and all the adventure you know you’ll find out west. I recently visited Grand County and had a blast! The city of Grand Lake is where I started with a stay at the Western Riviera. My room facing the lake was the perfect spot to take in all the action on the lake and wake up to a beautiful view… that also means I ended my day with the evening glo...