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About David Bear - The Traveler's Journal

David Bear is the creative force behind THE TRAVELER’S JOURNAL, the series of “audio postcards” heard daily for a decade on public radio stations across the country. Bear has spent much of his professional life as a writer and traveler, and he has extensive experience in marketing communications and public relations, particularly in the retail travel industry.

Travel editor for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette from 1998 through 2008, Bear's award-winning travel articles have appeared in newspapers across the U.S. He also pioneered the Post-Gazette's podcasting efforts. Bear is also a published novelist (Keeping Time) whose articles and short stories have appeared in numerous newspapers and national periodicals.

In addition to THE TRAVELER’S JOURNAL, Bear has also produced and hosted several public radio series, including "A Century of Heroes" for the Carnegie Hero Fund, and "Dinosaurs and More" for the Carnegie Museum of Natural History.
Bear's eclectic resume also includes stints as a travel agent, tour guide, sales executive for a European travel company, and researcher for the Loch Ness Investigation Bureau.

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Featured Travel Articles

The Traveler's Journal programs are written and hosted by David Bear, travel editor of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. [Read More About Us].  Bear’s columns and articles appear regularly in numerous newspapers across North America. You can access more than 500 of these articles by scrolling these lists or using the search function to to the left.  

The Many Mansions of Marrakesh
01-17-2010

"Colored cottons hang in air, Charming cobras in the square, striped djellebas we can wear at home"


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Visit to the38th Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
11-01-2009

For nine days in early October, 550 hot air balloons took flight at the 38th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta SPECIAL VIDEO FEATURE


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Out on the edge of The Ledge
10-04-2009

Chicago's tallest building gets a new attraction and a new name
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Naming Mount Obama - An Antiguan Adoration
08-23-2009

It is always a notable event when a politician from one nation is moved to confer such a tangible honor on a living politician from another country. Special slideshow from this event.
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Antigua, Barbuda brim with enchantment
08-23-2009

The beach is only the beginning.
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The Empire State Building: icon and observatory
06-28-2009

The Empire State Building is again Manhattan's high point
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Visiting New York's High Line
06-28-2009

The Big Apple's newest vantage point is arguably the nation's most ambitious rails-to-trails project.
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Casual Anguilla harbors miles of superb beaches
06-03-2009

FLASH - Selected by The Caribbean Tourism Organization as the “Best Newspaper Feature" and "Best of Show"
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Appreciating the Pacific beaches where el Nino and la Nina come to shore
04-05-2009

Situated on the southwest coast of the Baja Peninsula near the Tropic of Cancer, the town of Todos Santos boasts half a dozen magnificently wild beaches. Watch special video
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At home on the Sea of Cortez
02-16-2009

The American Safari Quest provides an intimate experience that expands notions of luxury at sea. See special video presentation.
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We come to Bury St. Edmunds ... and to praise it
12-07-2008

Cambridge is the quintessential university town, but other attractions aplenty await visitors in the surrounding English countryside
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Where the wild things are
08-24-2008

Life is a safari for animals and humans at large wildlife preserve in Ohio. See special video presentation.
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A Shropshire sojourn
03-31-2008

To our left, a pair of perfect parabolas arched across the broad green fields, iridescent croquet hoops complete end to end with six bands of color from violet to red.
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Put hoodoos on to-do list
04-08-2007

If you're in Santa Fe or Albuquerque, check out Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks, a remarkable geological formation along Interstate 25.
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Featured Travel Releases

Hotels, airlines, cruise companies, travel agencies, tour operators, adventure travel outfitters, local visitor and convention bureaus, state and national tourism offices all regularly release press information meant to promote themselves to the traveling public. Updates about big changes, special travel events, exotic trips, and everyday bargains, it is indeed news you can use.  
 
This selection of press release information is provided by the travel supplier involved and/or its public relations representative. You can scroll through these lists (live link to press release page) or use the search box to to the left. These releases are presented here as a service to the public, and The Traveler's Journal accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or validity of any information, prices or other material in this section.

Consumer Traveler Today: March 8
03-10-2010

Consumer Traveler Today: TSA’s swabbing: An extension of good theater and poor security


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Inaugural World Voyage Commences
03-10-2010

Cruise West’s Spirit of Oceanus Inaugural World Voyage Commences


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Maryland March destinations
03-10-2010

 Plenty of choices for girls' getaways


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Casting Call
03-10-2010

 Lake Placid Lodge Offers Fly Fishing Sprinkled with Luxury
 


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Cruise West Ventures to Patagonia 2011
03-10-2010

Patagonia By Land and By Sea


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AEGEAN LEGENDS
03-10-2010

A QUICK GETAWAY CRUISE BEGINNING AT $320 PER PERSON


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Experience Historic Garden Week in Virginia’s Richmond Region
03-10-2010

Book a Garden Week Package and Take Advantage of “America’s Largest Open House” April 17-25


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Consumer Traveler Today: March 10
03-10-2010

Consumer Traveler Today: 7 tips for coming back home


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Consumer Traveler Today: March 9
03-10-2010

Consumer Traveler Today: Now elite status gets you free Internet (sometimes) with Marriott


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CruiseCompete Adds New Small Ship Cruise Lines to Website
03-10-2010

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Consumer Traveler Today: March 7
03-07-2010

Consumer Traveler Today: Dave Carroll strikes again: “United needs to change in a big way”


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Consumer Traveler Today: March 6
03-06-2010

Consumer Traveler Today: What we’re reading: Shanghai’s floating cruise ship dock, unbundling complicates rebooking, AA captain for governor
 


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Happy St. Patrick's Day
03-05-2010

Save $200 per couple on Irieland trips from CIE Tours 


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Consumer Traveler Today: March 5
03-05-2010

Consumer Traveler Today: Consumer Travel Alliance — changing seat pocket regulations
 


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Escape Winter to Sunny, Summery, In-the-Seventies Buenos Aires
03-04-2010

Check it out!   My Exclusive Journeys Offers Affordable Luxury Trips to South America


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Consumer Traveler Today: March 4
03-04-2010

Consumer Traveler Today: Killer waves are no reason to fear cruising


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Easter Traditions Abound while Cool and Contemporary Reigns in Germany’s Magic Cities
03-03-2010

Welcome to our March Press Newsletter: "Cool Contemporary Art and Cool Neighborhoods in Germany’s Magic Cities.".


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Consumer Traveler Today: March 3
03-03-2010

Consumer Traveler Today: Washington’s twisted tourism logic


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MONTAGE LAGUNA BEACH OFFERS SUITE SPECIAL DURING MARCH:
03-02-2010

BOOK TWO NIGHTS IN AN OCEANFRONT SUITE & RECEIVE A THIRD NIGHT FREE


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Oscar Winners Go to Africa
03-02-2010

Premier Tours-Sponsored Luxury Safari Lodge Stay Featured In Coveted 2010 “Everybody Wins at the Oscars” Nominee Gift Baskets


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“Oh, yes, Madrid and Barcelona,”
03-02-2010

TourCrafters Offers a Taste of Spain Package


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Consumer Traveler Today: March 2
03-02-2010

Consumer Traveler Today: Florida accuses three more travel agencies — wait, make that six more agencies — of selling unlicensed insurance


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10 NEW EXCITING and TRULY UNIQUE THEME CRUISES
03-01-2010

All of these cruises, and many more, can be found at ThemeCruiseFinder.com:


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Consumer Traveler Today: Take Philly’s “Passport to the World”
03-01-2010

Consumer Traveler Today: Take Philly’s “Passport to the World”


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Innovative Web site provides travelers peace of mind
03-01-2010

Nothing can ruin a trip faster than losing your travel documents. AccessMyID.com offers travelers both peace of mind and a practical solution:


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DANCE THE “DISKI” ALL THE WAY TO THE 2010 FIFA WORLD CUP™ IN SOUTH AFRICA
03-01-2010

South African Tourism Teams up with Viral Video Superstar Matt Harding on South African Soccer-Themed Dance Contest for Trip to the World Cup in June


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Consumer Traveler Today: Feb 28
02-28-2010

Consumer Traveler Today: Uncommon festival videos: Wife Carrying in Finland, Gilroy’s Garlic Festival, Gloucester’s Cheese Rolling Festival


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Consumer Traveler Today: Feb 27
02-27-2010

Consumer Traveler Today: Refund-less after six months: “I feel as though we have been taken advantage of


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Dear Soccer Fans:
02-27-2010

We are entering the home stretch as we count down towards the start of the 2020 FIFA World Cup™!


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Consumer Traveler Today: Feb 26
02-26-2010

Consumer Traveler Today: It’s good to be big on American Airlines — if you’re Giant George


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