Well Traveled Texan: Global Travel, Food & Wine with Jeanne Polocheck

Well Traveled Texan: Global Travel, Food & Wine with Jeanne Polocheck

Welcome to Well Traveled Texan! Whether you're listening in from a land far, far away, or right here in the USA, we share the same idea - there's a great big world out there waiting to be discovered. Every episode will inspire you to go somewhere you’ve never been, taste something new, or revisit a favorite destination from a fresh perspective. Well Traveled Texan: Global Travel, Food & Wine is hosted by Jeanne Polocheck, a Global Travel Expert and Sommelier. Jeanne is regularly featured on television and in print discussing the best destinations to travel, and how to make every trip a major memory for all your senses. Jeanne is the owner of Well Traveled Texan Concierge Travel, a global travel advisory with offices in Houston and Los Angeles, creating custom itineraries for VIP clients all over the US, to every corner of the globe. Travel is back! Dust off your passport and pack your curiosity as we explore the globe with all five senses to see, hear, smell, touch and taste this gorgeous place we all call home. Welcome to Well Traveled Texan, where we go deeper into what makes travel matter - and where we always deliver The World, Well Done.

Episodes

November 4, 2023 22 mins

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage every day in Andalucia, where the year round sunshine, flamenco clubs and tapas bars welcome you with open arms. From Seville's centuries old history and happy locals to the sparking towns of Marbella and Malaga, Andalucia has something for everyone.  

Our guest, Alfonso Carvajal, an Iberia Airlines Pilot and owner of one of Spain's best destination management companies, Tailored Spain...

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Few places make for an epic journey like the experience of visiting Machu Picchu - leisurely discovering Peru’s diverse ecosystems from Lima to Cusco, into the Sacred Valley, and adventuring all the way to the top of the famed 15th century Incan Citadel.  

Known for creating awe inspiring experiences, Belmond not only offers the most luxurious hotels every step of the way, their Hiram Bingham train is the most sought after...

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Nestled between the Cabo San Lucas' rugged cliffs and the brilliant blue Pacific Ocean, the Waldorf Astoria Pedregal invites you to enter an immersive experience that delights the senses and embraces Mexico's unique culinary culture. The famous views are best enjoyed from your private plunge pool, sipping tequila, and enjoying the freshest seafood, while just a stroll away from Cabo’s vibrant downtown. 

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Grab your Wellies and sense of adventure as we cross the pond in search of dream sleeps and great eats in the UK; criss crossing the countryside to wander bucolic villages, wild landscapes and tip toe into sparkling bays. 

With more castles than days of the year, discover mysterious Wales, with its own language and traditional feasts, rugged mountains and the Jurassic coast. We'll peek into Ireland's legendary As...

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We can’t talk about culture, food and wine without visiting one of the greatest cities on the planet where the locals have been celebrating these for centuries. Modern day Athens is stepping forward from its ancient past with new contemporary art venues, a lively theatre scene, and plenty of hidden treasures.

Since 1874 the Hotel Grande Bretagne has played major roles in world history and been the base of Athens' soci...

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Nestled between Germany’s fairy tale Black Forest and the border with France, Baden Baden’s gorgeous green peaks call outdoor enthusiasts for hikes in the castle filled hills and soothing dips in its famous thermal waters. This spa town has also become a hot spot for high cuisine and unique wellness opportunities found at the legendary 150 year old grand hotel, Brenners Park Hotel and Spa, where an dynamic team of hosts and doctors...

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Umbria's rolling hills are a cornucopia of gastronomic delights from truffles to prosciutto, and chocolate to gin. Once you take the time to wander and taste Umbria, you’ll wonder what took you so long to get there. No place embodies Umbria’s tasty story better than inside the elegant 16th century walls of Norcia's unique luxury hotel, Palazzo Seneca, and in the hearts of its owners, the Bianconi family. Let's dive i...

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Hello, Travelers! Welcome to Well Traveled Texan: Global Travel, Food & Wine 

If you’re into travel, food and wine, you’re in the right place. Our goal is to make every journey light up your senses and stir your soul. As we explore the world together, you’ll come away with inspiration and ideas for your next great adventure.

This podcast is built around relationships and constant curiosity.  We'll take yo...

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