Wander the World with Sharon

Meet Sharon Kurtz - Travel Writer and Photographer

This episode of Big BlendRadio features Sharon K. Kurtz, a world traveler, travel writer, and award-winning photographer. As host of the new Big Blend Radio "Wander the World with Sharon" podcast, Sharon is part of Big Blend Radio's family of expert contributors who also writes for Big Blend Magazines.
 
Sharon is dedicated to exploring the world and sharing her adventures through compelling storytelling. Her travels have taken her to more than 50 countries on six continents—her carry-on is always packed, ready for the next adventure. Keep up with her Big Blend Radio podcast appearances and stories here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/sharon-kurtz-travel-writer-and-photographer/
 
Enjoy more of Sharon’s writing at https://sharonkkurtz.com/ or follow her on https://www.instagram.com/shar_kurtz/
 
 

A Taste of Poland

Poland’s breathtaking landscapes, history, and exceptional cuisine render it a must-visit destination. On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Food, Wine & Travel" Show with IFWTWA, Sharon Kurtz shares her recent adventures in the captivating cities of Warsaw, Krakow, and Poznan, where she experienced Poland’s culinary renaissance and found hidden gems along the way. You can read about it in her article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-taste-of-poland-from-michelin-stars-to-hidden-gems/
 
Sharon Kurtz is an Austin-based freelance travel writer and award-winning photographer. She is passionate about exploring the world and sharing her experiences through captivating storytelling. She is an active member of The Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) and The International Food, Wine, and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Follow her travels on https://sharonkkurtz.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/shar_kurtz
 
Learn more about the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
 

IFWTWA Travel Writers Panel Discussion

From Egypt and Jordan to Israel and Albania, France and Switzerland, it's all about World Travel on this second episode of Big Blend Radio's new 3rd Friday Vacation Station "Travel Writers Panel Discussion" Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA). Hear guest travel writers share their writing and travel backgrounds, travel and travel writer tips, along with their latest and upcoming adventures.
 
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/6DMEuXirdkA
 
FEATURED GUESTS
- Sharon K. Kurtz - Travel writer, world traveler, observer, storyteller, and tour guide. More: http://www.sharonkkurtz.com/
- Diane Covington-Carter - Award-winning author, journalist, photographer and commentator. More: https://dianecovingtoncarter.com/
- Norm Bour - Self-proclaimed "analog" nomad and world traveler, author, and travel writer. More: https://travelyounger.com/
 
Learn more about the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
 

Celebrating the World of Women in Travel Writing

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Tuesday "Food, Wine & Travel" Show celebrates Women in the World of Travel Writing.
 
This panel discussion features travel writer members of the International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA):
- Sharon K. Kurtz - http://sharonkkurtz.com/
- Linda Kissam - http://allingoodtaste.info/
- Marie Goff - https://www.travelnotesandstorytelling.com/
- Betsi Hill - https://betsiworld.com/
 
Learn more about the International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association at https://www.ifwtwa.org/
 

Exploring Egypt During COVID-19

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Friday Food, Wine & Travel Show with the International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) features travel writer and tour leader Sharon Kurtz who shares her recent adventures in Egypt.
 
Hear about what it was like to explore the Valley of the Kings during the pandemic, along with her private visit to King Tutankhamun’s Tomb. Read her story here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/my-tete-a-tete-with-king-tut-in-the-valley-of-the-kings/
 
This episode also features Steve Schneickert who Recalls Egyptian Hollywood History.