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Look Like a Local: Travelers Not Tourists

92 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 8 years ago - ★★★★★ - 70 ratings

Look Like a Local is a travel podcast that will take you across North America. We interview local residents of travel destinations to find out where the best places to eat, see, and hang out are. It's like having a friend in all sorts of travel destinations to give you the inside tour and get you off of tourist trap lane. Look Like a Local is for anyone who wants to find the local's favorite places to that aren't going to be mentioned in the guidebooks.

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Episode 040 Syracuse, New York

June 20, 2015 06:16 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Travel to Syracuse New York and see what so many have been talking about.  Syracuse is a city moving and shaking to a better future and now is the time to see it before it becomes the spot for everyone to see.  Local residents Lorna and Jonah take us out and about and show us what the "kids" are doing in Syracuse these days.  They take us to their favorite food destinations and other haunts that make Syracuse special.

Episode 039 Travel to Montpelier Vermont

June 19, 2015 04:19 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Montpelier is waiting for you to come explore it's ultra hip streets.  Come one and come all is the official motto of Montpelier and with it's laid back lifestyle, it's easy to see why so many are drawn to this great destination.  Taking us on the tour will be Bo Muller of EatMoreKale.com.  Bo is a folk artist who loves his city and will take you through everything that Montpelier has to offer.

Episode 038 Travel to Rehoboth Beach Delaware

June 18, 2015 03:46 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

Travel to Rehoboth Beach Delaware.  A premiere destination that will have you coming back time and time again.  A great beach resort with plenty to do and see, it's time to travel to this great beach town.  Bob Yesbek is a local food critic who is going to take us and show us exactly how to look like a local in Rehoboth Beach.

Episode 037 Travel to Burlington, Vermont

June 17, 2015 05:22 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MB

Travel to Burlington Vermont, where there is an beautiful mix of art, culture and food.  Local resident Jim Lockridge of Big Heavy World Music takes us on a tour of this great destination.  Jim shows us the thriving music scene in Burlington is just one of the many aspects why you should visit and travel to Burlington.  Like right now.

Episode 036 Travel to Fayetteville, West Virginia.

June 16, 2015 03:55 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

Travel to Fayetteville, West Virginia.  This destination attracts nature enthusiasts from around the globe.  Located near the New River Gorge, Fayetteville serves as a great hub while working on your next great outdoor adventure.  Chris Colin of ACE Adventure resort tells us that it's all in the outdoors where we can find the most adventure and travel excitement.  

035 Travel to Boston, Massachusetts

June 15, 2015 04:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Boston Massachusetts is home to the American Revolution.  A historic and vibrant community, Boston offers so much for the traveler.  From arts and culture to music and more Boston has it all!  Nicola Williams is the founder of the Williams Agency, which produces so many Bostons popular festivals.  She will take us on a tour of this beautiful city and show us what Boston is all about.

Episode 034 Travel to Lancaster, Pennsylvania

June 14, 2015 05:51 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MB

Lancaster has always been known for its large Amish community.  Lynn Griffin is here to show us that there is so much more to this Pennsylvania town.  

Episode 033 Ocean City Maryland

June 13, 2015 04:42 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

Travel to Ocean City Maryland.  A beautiful island that is waiting for you to come play in its warm sand.  Ocean City has been a resort town for decades now, and it still welcomes generations of returning guests.  They come back because they know that this is the destination where they can see goregous sunrises over the ocean and at dusk watch the sun set down into the bay.  They come because this resort area actually feels lived in, with a working port nearby.  They come because it is a des...

Episode 032 Baltimore, Maryland

June 12, 2015 06:59 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

Travel to Baltimore, Maryland.  This city has so much to offer visitors.  A historic city that has played a role in the forming of the United States, Baltimore is a city that deserves to be recognized.  Coming to grips after the riots in West Baltimore, the city is welcoming visitors with the same charm and hospitality that has made it a great travel destination for years.  Kevin Lynch shows us that though the healing still continues, so does the desire to show visitors this great destination.

Episode 031 Travel to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

June 11, 2015 06:13 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Pittsburgh is reinventing itself from steel town to traveler town.  It welcomes travelers with a thriving culture and music scene.  Local resident Mike Medved takes us through his lifelong hometown.  Climb a top Mount Washington for amazing views or try a Dirt Rag Burger (it has Peanut Butter!)  Whatever your taste are, Pittsburghs residents are going to welcome you with open arms. 

Episode 030 Travel to New York City w/ Jess Feakins

June 10, 2015 05:53 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

Jess Feakins of New York City takes you on a tour of this great destination.  Travel to New York and find out all of the secret gems that this travel mecca has for you.  The food, the culture, and the art it is all here for the traveler who wants to see more than just Times Square.  From Christmas in New York to the easily walkable neighborhoods, Jess does an amazing job of showing us around New York.  

Episode 029 Travel to Jersey City, New Jersey

June 09, 2015 06:12 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

It lies in the shadow of New York City, but Jersey City should not be ignored.  Travel there and find out what so many others have missed.  Jersey City has a wide variety of different cultures that you are going to want to embrace.  This mixture of different lifestyles throughout the world gives Jersey City a unique standing for those travelers who are looking for something different.  Our resident tour guide is Mollie Thonneson, a local artist who is willing to take us through her exciting ...

Episode 028 Travel to Annapolis, Maryland.

June 08, 2015 07:05 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MB

Annapolis Maryland has been synonomous with the Naval Academy that calls it home.  But when you get a chance to travel there you will discover that Annapolis also offers so much more.  A historical town, Annapolis offers visitors a small town feel that will leave travelers feeling relaxed as they stroll the streets.  Annapolis also offers a wide variety of culinary options as well as a cultrual feast.  Erik Evans director of the first Sundays festival is our resident tour guide who is going ...

Episode 0027 Travel to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

June 07, 2015 04:25 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

Travel to Philadelphia as we explore this rich and vibrant history.  Philly was the cornerstone of the American fight for independence, and today it is proud of the history that made it famous.  Philadelphia also offers a wide variety of entertainment as well.  Michelle Gambino of the 9th Street Italian Festival takes us for a stroll through old and new Philadelphia and shows us that there is more to this town than meets the eye.  

Episode 026: North Conway, New Hampshire

June 06, 2015 04:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MB

North Conway is a charming community that makes a great destination for anyone who is looking to travel to New England.  Nestled in the shadow of Mount Washington, North Conway makes a great four season destination as there is always something to do not matter the season.  Brian Charles takes us through a small town that has big surprises for those who visit this great destination

Episode 025 New York City with Jackie Claire.

June 05, 2015 04:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

Travel to New York City as we explore this mecca for travelers from all around the world.  Jackie Clair of York Avenue blog is our resident tour guide as she shows us the amazing features that make up her favorite spots of New York City.  Jackie also shows us around Long Island including some great insider information for visiting the Hamptons.

Episode 024 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

June 04, 2015 05:03 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MB

Philadelphia, the city so nice we traveled there thrice!  Philly is a great city and as we can see through the different interviews there are many aspects that make Philly great depending on what local you talk to.  Travel to Philly and see what the city of Brotherly Love has in store for you!

Episode 023 Kyle Scott takes us through Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

June 03, 2015 05:35 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Travel to Philadelphia!  This historic city is a city with a wide variety of activities to do, but you have to know how to find them.  Kyle Scott of Crossingbroad.com takes us through his hometown and shares his passion for the city and the sports teams that they hold dear.  Steeped in history, but marching towards the future, Philadelphia is a town that you must see to believe.

Episode 023 Travel to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

June 02, 2015 04:23 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MB

Travel to historic Gettysburg Pennsylvania.  Carl Whitehill takes us through this town, known for the famous battle that happened on these hallowed grounds.  But Carl is quick to show us that Gettysburg is more than just history.  It has a vibrant feel from the many people and businesses that call it home.  Come with us and see that there's more to Gettysburg beyond the battlefield.  

Episode 022 Travel to Keene, New Hampshire

June 01, 2015 04:00 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MB

When we say quintesential New England town, Keene needs to pop right inside your head.  Keene is a beautiful destiantion where you can soak up some of that famous New England charm, or go out and explore the wonderful wilderness that surrounds. it.  Travel to this spot in South West New Hampshire and discover why so many who travel to Keene, never want to come back.  With it's rich history and its penchant for attracting artists and musicians, you're going to want to pack a lot.  You're not ...

Episode 021 Travel to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

May 31, 2015 04:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

Le Anne Lindsay of the Philly based blog Tinsel and Tine does a great job of taking us through the city of Brotherly Love...Philadelphia!!!  Philly is one of the cornerstones of the founding of America.  History is entrenched within this town, but it's also a very cosmpolitan city with some great destinations and events that need to be seen.  Le Anne takes us through the ins and outs of the city, so pack those bags, and lets travel to Philadelphia!

Episode 020 Revisiting Portland, Maine

May 30, 2015 04:34 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB

We're headed back to Portland, Maine!  Robert Witkowski of the Portland Visitors Bureau takes us on a inside tour of this hip Northern city.  Travel to Portland and see what many have described as the best kept secret in the Northeast.  Robert shows us some of his favorite restaraunts and hangouts.  He also takes us to the hidden gems that only the locals are supposed to know about.

Episode 019 Travel to Bar Harbor, Maine

May 29, 2015 04:50 - 24 minutes - 22 MB

Alex Newell Taylor, a lifelong resident of Bar Harbo and one of the directors of Summer Festival of the Arts takes us through the destination she calls home.  Alex leads us through a destination that has been described as a beautiful piece of land where you can kick back and soak in the natural beauty or you can go out and seek adventure.  Bar Harbor is going to have it all.  From biking and kayaking, to hiking and mountain climbing, any lover of nature is going to feel right at home during ...

Episode 018 Travel to Portland, Maine

May 28, 2015 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

When you travel to Portland, Maine you can truly have it all.  A cosmpolitan city, steeped in history, Portland will have you wondering why you didn't visit here sooner.  Portland is located right on the coast, but the mountains are never too far away.  With many local shops and restaurants waiting for you, it's a city that you will want to travel to over and over again.  Our resident tour guide Kristel Hayes is a singer who performs with her band the Neer Do Wells, she has a beautiful voice...

Episode 017 Provincetown, Massachusetts (Cape Cod!)

May 27, 2015 05:40 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MB

Provincetown, Massachusetts is the jewel of Cape Cod.  Situated on the very Eastern tip, the town is everything you would want a Massachusetts coastal town to be.  It is a destination for those who crave artistic ventures in a wide variety of mediums.  It boasts a wide variety of art galleries that show off local artisans creations.  Our resident tour guide Howard Karren takes us through his hometown and helps us to look less like a tourist and more like a local.

Episode 016 Brattleboro, Vermont. Gotta Love Vermont!

May 26, 2015 04:47 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MB

Brattleboro, Vermont has that beautiful and ideal feel for a Vermont destination.  But when you travel there you find out that Brattleboro has so much more to offer.  Join us in our travels as Orly Munzing takes us on a tour of her hometown.  Brattleboro continues to impress visitors and the experts couldn't agree more.  Brattleboro was named #11 in the Smithsonians best small towns to vacation in.  So go ahead and make for Brattleboro and see what all the fuss is about.

Episode 015 Providence, Rhode Island

May 25, 2015 04:36 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MB

Kristen Adamo takes us through Providence, Rhode Island and show us that there is nothing small about this mid size city.  Providence packs a punch with a vibrant arts scene, thanks to being home to the Rhode Island School of Design.  It also has perhaps the coolest festival in North America, the Water Fire show, that lights up the Providence River.  It is a spectacular sight, one that should be a must see on every travelers bucket list.  So head up North East and take the time to stop in Pr...

Episode 014 Worcester (WUSSTER!), Massachusetts.

May 24, 2015 04:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

Milo and Rainy of the band Eye_Witness show off their hometown of Worcester, Massachusetts.  A city settled in central Massachusetts, Worcester serves as a great base to explore and travel all over the New England country side.  But Worcester is a hidden gem in its own right with many small businesses to explore and a vibrant music scene as shown to us by Milo and Rainy!  Defintely worth a visit!

Episode 013 Bringing down Boston, Massachusetts.

May 23, 2015 04:00 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MB

Hop on board as we travel to Boston, Massachusetts.  Full of American history, Boston attracts many with it's deep roots in the founding of our country.  The city hosts world class cuisine, museums, and sports franchises.  Boston also is home to world class higher learning institutions which give the city a vibrant student culture, while still embracing it's historic roots.  Travel with us as hometown musician and songwriter Will Dailey shows us his home city and everything that it has to of...

Episode 012 Move over Vanderbilt's, Look Like a Local is in Newport, Rhode Island

May 22, 2015 04:05 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MB

Travel to Newport, Rhode Island and experience the gilded age of America's wealthy elites.  Today the mansions once built by these titans of American industry are open to the public.  That's not all Newport has though, beautiful coastal walks, museums, and old forts are many of the attractions that will bring a traveler closer to America's past.  We are joined by our resident tour guide Bill Bagwell who is the owner of the Cliffside Inn, a beautiful bed and breakfast located in Newport.

Episode 011 Martha's Vineyard and Edgartown, Massachusetts

May 21, 2015 04:00 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MB

Edgartown is a island getaway that you need to experience.  Travel there and take in the amazing restaraunts, shops, and local scenery.  Take in one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world.  Marnely Rodriguez is our resident tour guide and she provides valuable insight that anyone traveling to Edgartown needs to hear!

Episode 010 Nothing Like Nantucket, Massachusetts

May 20, 2015 04:51 - 21 minutes - 20 MB

Nantucket spurs many images for people.  Though it has a reputation as a playground for the very well to do, Joann Barnham of the Nantucket Yoga Festival, opens the doors to everyone.  Joann takes on a beautiful tour of this stunning island and shows that it is indeed within everyones reach to visit this fabled destination.

Episode 009 South Norwalk, Connecticut

May 19, 2015 06:16 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MB

Travel to South Norwalk, Connecticutt as Ria Rueda of Bread and Butter Marketing takes us and shows all that South Norwalk or SONO (as the locals call it) has to offer.  South Norwalk has been described as a place where classic waterfront meets urban hip.  Only one mile from New York City, SONO can make a great base for visiting the region as a whole!

Episode 008 Hartford CT

May 18, 2015 04:51 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MB

Hartford has a lot to offer guests.  Restaraunts and museums, art galleries and wonderful theater.  Hartford continues to impress.  We have local resident Nick Balkun who is going to take us on a tour of the city he calls home.  Nick points out so many unique features in this interview.  You can tell that he has a real sense of pride when it comes to his hometown.  

Episode 007 New Haven CT

May 17, 2015 04:25 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

New Haven Connecticut is a triple threat.  You have a vibrant city feel, with a beautiful shoreline and close rural areas that make it so you don't have to spend hours in the car!  Join us as Peter Sonski, head of the Knights of Columbus museum takes us through all that New Haven has to offer visitors.  With some great choices for restaraunts and shops, Peter gives us the full insider tour.  

Episode 006 Rochester, New York

May 16, 2015 07:22 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MB

Head to Rochester New York the Flower City.  Rochester is full of surprises from the world class Strong Museum of Play to one of the Largest Jazz Festivals in the United States.  Rochester continues to be a beautiful city that you will want to travel to.  The region around Rochester also boasts a number of different travel destinations that are worth exploring.  Guided by resident tour guide Chris Clemens of ExploringUpstate.com, he shows us some of Rochester's best attractions and what make...

Episode 006 New York City

May 15, 2015 04:20 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

New York City has always been known as a travel destination.  A place where you can take in so much and still have so much more to do.  So lets head to New York City as Greg Young, host of the Bowery Boys podcast takes into the hidden gems that make up New York.  Greg shows us some of the best places to eat, shop, and some very cool destinations while we are in the Big Apple.  

Episode 0004 Plattsburgh, New York

May 14, 2015 04:00 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MB

Kristi Kennedy of the Adirondack Visitors Bureau takes us through Plattsburgh.  Located on the shores of Lake Champlain and nestled in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains.  Kristi will lead us through the natural wonders of the region as well as the unique cultural aspects that make up Plattsburgh.  Activities range from golfing, hiking, fishing, boating, and kayaking.  This is the destination that has it all at a reasonable budget.

Episode 003 Syracuse New York

May 13, 2015 04:06 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

Damon Amendolara is a CBS Sports host heard on over 150 stations nationwide.  Damon takes us on a tour of Syracuse and we discover that it's much more than just a "college town."  Syracuse has a lot to offer travelers, including great places to eat, shop and hang out.  Located a short drive from the Finger Lakes and other destinations, Syracuse is a perfect base to go and explore other parts of the region.

Episode 002 Ithaca, New York

May 12, 2015 03:01 - 10 minutes - 9.34 MB

Ithaca is 10 square miles surrounded by reality.  Or at least that is what I have been told.  Join me as we visit this destination that is located in the heart of the Finger Lakes Region.  Ithaca is a great mix of natural beauty and unique culture.  Our resident tour guide Katherine Banko is going to take us on a tour of this great destination.  

Episode 001 Buffalo, New York

May 12, 2015 02:39 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MB

Buffalo New York is a great travel destination for everyone.  It's a great foodie city and has a lot to offer.  Described by Anthony Bordain as a "weirdly wonderful place", the people of Buffalo share a deep passion and pride for their city.  They love their Buffalo Bills and Sabres.  They also have a deep appreciation for Buffalo's diverse backgrounds.  With as many different cultures converging on to one another, you're going to have some great food options to choose from as well.  So take...

Episode 000 Introduction to Look Like a Local

May 07, 2015 18:49 - 5 minutes - 4.67 MB

It's there in every traveler.  The desire to see more than what the tourist traps have to offer.  Here at Look Like a Local we interview local residents of travel destinations to find out where the local residents go to enjoy a meal, hang out, and shop.  We are committed to showing you the best that every destination has to offer through the eyes of a local resident.  So you can count on this show to deliver 7 days a week of travel excitement as we explore North America and the destinations ...