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Chris Christensen
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Publisher of Amateur Traveler is a popular travel podcast and blog focusing primarily on travel destinations. The Amateur Traveler is 19+ years old. The Amateur Traveler podcast was downloaded over 2 million times. #travelpodcast #travelblogger
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Cooper-Garrod Vineyards in Saratoga, California - A Different Wine "Flight" - California Travel california.amateurtraveler.com/cooper-garro... #california #winery #travel
Cooper-Garrod Vineyards in Saratoga, California - A Different Wine "Flight" - California Travel
Cooper-Garrod Vineyards, a family-run hillside winery above Saratoga: aviation history, working-ranch traditions, thoughtfully made wines.
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December 21, 2025 at 1:44 AM
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Travel to Delhi, India - Amateur Traveler Episode 975 - amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-de... #india #travel #podcast
Travel to Delhi, India - Episode 975 - Amateur Traveler
Delhi is an intense mix of history, energy, and contrast, where Mughal forts, ancient tombs, and bustling markets sit alongside gardens and modern neighborhoods
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December 20, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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Review of the Victoria Sabrina: Yangtze River Cruise Ship - Amateur Traveler amateurtraveler.com/review-of-th... #china #yangtze #cruise #travel
Review of the Victoria Sabrina: Yangtze River Cruise Ship - Amateur Traveler
A review of the Victoria Sabrina which cruises the Three Gorges area of the Yangtze River. A guide to life aboard the vessel.
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December 17, 2025 at 12:25 AM
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This week's Amateur Traveler podcast is about my Patagonia cruise with Australis #patagonia #cruise #travel

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December 14, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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Cruising Patagonia with Australis - Amateur Traveler Episode 974 - amateurtraveler.com/patagonia-cr... #travel #chile #patagonia #cruise
Cruising Patagonia with Australis - Episode 974 - Amateur Traveler
an eight-night expedition cruise through the remote fjords and glaciers of Patagonia aboard Ventus Australis round-trip between Punta Arenas and Ushuaia
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December 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Best Safari Parks in Kenya: An Expert Guide - Amateur Traveler amateurtraveler.com/best-safari-... #travel #safari #kenya
Best Safari Parks in Kenya: An Expert Guide - Amateur Traveler
Explore Kenya’s top safari parks, from the Masai Mara and Amboseli to Samburu and Meru, with insider tips and best times to visit.
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December 10, 2025 at 3:20 AM
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Ventus Australis Cruise Ship Review: Your Home at the End of the World - Amateur Traveler amateurtraveler.com/ventus-austr... #travel #patagonia #cruise
Ventus Australis Cruise Ship Review: Your Home at the End of the World - Amateur Traveler
Complete Ventus Australis ship review: cabins, dining, amenities, and life aboard this Patagonia expedition cruise. Essential guide for travelers.
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December 9, 2025 at 11:57 PM
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The New Weekend Getaway: Comparing a Short Cruise to an All-Inclusive Resort - Amateur Traveler amateurtraveler.com/short-cruise... #travel #cruise
The New Weekend Getaway: Comparing a Short Cruise to an All-Inclusive Resort - Amateur Traveler
Short cruises or an all-inclusive resort? Head out across the ocean or sea, or stay on land? Happily, I’ve experienced both. Both cruises and all-inclusive
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December 9, 2025 at 4:50 AM
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A Patagonia Expedition Cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia and Back - Amateur Traveler amateurtraveler.com/patagonia-ex... #chile #travel #cruise
A Patagonia Expedition Cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia and Back - Amateur Traveler
Cruise to the end of the world with Australis! Complete guide to Patagonia expedition from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia with glaciers and wildlife.
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December 9, 2025 at 1:10 AM
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This week's episode of the Amateur Traveler podcast is about Taiwan. #travel #podcast #taiwan #taipei

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December 8, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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Travel to Northern Taiwan – Amateur Traveler Episode 973 amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-no... #taiwan #travel #podcast
Travel to Northern Taiwan - Episode 973 - Amateur Traveler
Discover Northern Taiwan’s blend of world-class museums, night markets, hikes, and day trips from Taipei in a culturally rich and family-friendly destination.
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December 7, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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This week's Amateur Traveler podcast is about Da Nang and Central Vietnam #vietnam #travel #podcast

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December 4, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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This week's episode of the Amateur Traveler is about a Yangtze River Cruise in China #china #travel #cruise #podcast
November 22, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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Yangtze River Cruise in China - Amateur Traveler Episode 971 - amateurtraveler.com/yangtze-rive... #china #cruise #travel #podcast
Yangtze River Cruise in China - Episode 971 - Amateur Traveler
A four-night Yangtze River cruise that blends dramatic gorges, cultural legends, and monumental engineering with immersive excursions and comfortable shipboard life.
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November 22, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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A Mendocino Romantic Getaway Weekend: Wine, Waves, and Quiet Coastal Moments - California Travel california.amateurtraveler.com/mendocino-ro... #california #mendocino #travel
A Mendocino Romantic Getaway Weekend: Wine, Waves, and Quiet Coastal Moments - California Travel
Mendocino offers a romantic coastal escape with scenic hikes, charming inns, great food, and wine tasting in the nearby Anderson Valley.
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November 21, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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48 hours in Lahore, Pakistan: A Perfect Lahore Itinerary For First-Timers - Amateur Traveler amateurtraveler.com/48-hours-in-... #pakistan #travel
48 hours in Lahore, Pakistan: A Perfect Lahore Itinerary For First-Timers - Amateur Traveler
This perfect 2-day Lahore itinerary includes must-see sights, vibrant markets, top things to do, and plenty of insider tips.
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November 19, 2025 at 4:53 AM
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This week's episode of the Amateur Traveler podcast is about the Thames Path National Trail in England #england #uk #travel
November 16, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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Walking the Thames Path Trail in England - Amateur Traveler Episode 970 - amateurtraveler.com/thames-path-... #england #uk #travel
Walking the Thames Path Trail in England - Episode 970 - Amateur Traveler
Hear about travel to the south of England as the Amateur Traveler talks to Heather Cowper from HeatherOnHerTravels.com about hiking the Thames Path National
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November 15, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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The Federated States of Micronesia: My Adventures on Kosrae and Pohnpei - Amateur Traveler amateurtraveler.com/kosrae-and-p... #micronesia #travel
The Federated States of Micronesia: My Adventures on Kosrae and Pohnpei - Amateur Traveler
A first-hand journey through Kosrae and Pohnpei, exploring ruins, reefs, and island life in the Federated States of Micronesia.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:40 AM
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This week's episode of the Amateur Traveler podcast is about the Federated States of Micronesia #micronesia #travel #podcast

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November 9, 2025 at 5:18 PM
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Travel to the Federated States of Micronesia - Amateur Traveler Episode 969 - amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-th... #micronesia #travel #podcast
Travel to the Federated States of Micronesia - Episode 969 - Amateur Traveler
A week in Micronesia exploring Kosrae’s jungles and ruins and Pohnpei’s waterfalls, manta rays, and the ancient city of Nan Madol.
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November 8, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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Last week's episode of the Amateur Traveler podcast was about the Kingdom of Bhutan #bhutan #travel #podcast

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November 8, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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Travel to Bhutan - Amateur Traveler Episode 968 amateurtraveler.com/travel-to-bh... #bhutan #travel #podcast
Travel to Bhutan - Episode 968 - Amateur Traveler
A week exploring Bhutan reveals ancient fortresses, highland hikes, and serene valleys where culture, nature, and spirituality intertwine.
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November 2, 2025 at 3:15 AM
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This week's episode of the Amateur Traveler podcast is about a road trip through the Old West History of Kansas #kansas #travel #podcast

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October 26, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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A Taste of Gilroy’s Heritage: Fortino and Hecker Pass Wineries - California Travel california.amateurtraveler.com/fortino-and-... #california #gilroy #winetasting
A Taste of Gilroy’s Heritage: Fortino and Hecker Pass Wineries - California Travel
A day in Gilroy blends local wine, history, and easygoing charm at two wineries along the scenic Hecker Pass Highway.
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October 25, 2025 at 10:06 PM