The Traveling Fool
Traveling off the tourist path. Talking about those places most tourists just don't know about because, well, nobody ever told them. Also travel tips and news about travel and tourism to make your trip a little easier, cheaper and more memorable.
The Traveling Fool
Latest Episodes
From Tiny Eden Texas To D-Day Glory And A College Town Worth Visiting
A lot of towns get remembered for a stadium or a slogan. Bryan-College Station deserves to be remembered for a man most people can’t name and for the living history that still surrounds Texas A&M. We trace the life of Major General James Ea...
How a Small Texas Town Became Famous for the Most Unofficial Attraction Ever
A small Texas town holds one of the most improbable American legends: a tightly run brothel that fed families during the Depression, helped sheriffs solve crimes, and then ignited a statewide showdown once a TV crusader and a governor took noti...
The Most Important 2026 Travel Trends You Need to Know
We map the biggest travel shifts for 2026 using real search data, from spontaneous short escapes and small-town storytelling to purpose-driven city breaks and the return of cruises. Practical questions and examples help you plan a flexible, mea...
Corsicana Texas, World Famous Bakery, One Legged Daredevil and a Reel Cop
A quiet Texas town with a world-famous sweet tooth, a high-wire legend, and an oil claim that rewrote state history—Corsicana packs more surprises per mile than most big cities. We head south of Dallas to trace how a German baker created an ear...
Incredible man Born in 1700s, Died in 1900s: Was He Really That Old?
We chase the disputed lifespan of Isaac Brock from headstone to census record, then turn a myth hunt into a smart Waco travel plan. Between archives, museums, and good food, we map a route where Texas legend meets places worth your time.
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