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In exactly one month we leave for our Big Blend Spirit of AmericaTour of all 401 National Park units, so today we give a 'Hi-Five to Travel Destinations & Tourism,' with a focus on Vacationland in Yosemite's Gold Country, beautiful Julian up in San Diego's mountain and backcountry, and historic Portland, Oregon; plus, a spotlight on Food and Travel Writing, and a look at how Hydraulic Fracturing in National Park areas can affect visitor experiences.

Join us for our next line up of Big Blend Radio Shows, we're covering all kinds of topics including etiquette, entertaining, cooking, interior design, national parks, and more! You can also keep up with all our upcoming Big Blend Radio by following us on Twitter and Facebook.

Happy Travels!

Nancy Reid & Lisa Smith

Big Blend's mother-daughter publishing and travel team!

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"We wander for distraction, but we travel for fulfillment." Hilaire Belloc

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Hi-Five to Travel & Tourism!

Fun & Eventful VacationLand- Visit California's Yosemite Gold Country for an eventful adventure of Music & Theatre, Trains & Fly-Overs, Heritage Events, Farm Tours & More!

Mountain Magic in Julian, CA - Julian is the perfect summer destination offering farm-to-fork dining, wine and beer tasting, u-pick apple orchards, and fun events!

Whirlwind Tour of Portland, Oregon - Norm & Maralyn Hill 'The Tandem Travelers' enjoy two exceptional days exploring Portland's history and fine dining.

National Parks & Hydraulic Fracturing - How does this affect National Parks as well as park visitor experiences.

Food, Wine & Travel Lifestyle Writers - Panel discussion with board members of the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association.

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May 13: Creative Celebrations - Etiquette expert Dawn Bryan will discuss her new book 'Elite Etiquette'; and Howard & Ruth Milstein share food and wine tips for outdoor parties. Show Airs Live at 4pm PT / 7pm ET.

May 15: Happy Hour Variety Show! Autoimmune cooking expert Mee Tracy-McCormick will chat about her book 'My Kitchen Cure: How I Cooked My Way Out of Chronic Autoimmune Disease & Prevented Cancer With Whole Foods & Healing Recipes'; Emily Jones of the National Parks Conservation Association will discuss the violations of law regarding an industrial swine facility in the Buffalo National River Watershed; Mark Stevens & Mike Keefe will discuss Gary Reilly's novel 'The Heart of Darkness Club';

and interior designer Corena Lea Kessel will provide tips on Home Additions & Renovations. Show Airs Live at 4pm PT / 7pm ET - Click Here to Listen Live / Archive!

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