A historical journey into the Civil War includes a look at the Battle of Gettysburg; handcrafted apple cider.
Scientific research at Virginia Tech; bison burger; fish tacos.
Sailing and snorkeling at Mile Zero; Duval Street; playing a conch shell; making key lime pie with Kermit.
The timber industry; making moonshine; the world's most famous weather-predicting groundhog.
American life in Colonial Williamsburg, including the proper way to fire a musket, ax-throwing, the honest slave story and making ginger biscuits.
The best beaches in the Bahamas; conch fritters; making mojito chicken.
Touring the monuments in Washington, D.C.; why Washington is a district and not a state; cooking with a chef.
The food, live music and fun in New Orleans.
Shooting trap in Texas; the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum; Texas A&M University.
Chicago, where the Tootsie Roll was invented, is also home to the first Ferris wheel; grilling the perfect dry-aged steak with simple ingredients.
Erik and the crew travel from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite National Park.
The team travels to Plymouth, Mass., to learn about the first Thanksgiving; Butterball University in Naperville, Ill.
The world's largest Christmas store in Michigan; Erik learns how to make delicious holiday treats at a world class resort.
The Mayan culture of the Mexican island of Cozumel; scuba diving.
The downtown district and outdoor recreation of Little Rock, the capital of Arkansas; Clinton Presidential Center; Little Rock Nine; pottery class; sampling farm-to-glass spirits; pork chops.
The influence of Native Americans in Scottdale, Ariz.; hot-air balloon ride; authentic Southwestern cuisine.
Mast General Store in Boone, N.C.; frontiersman history; zip lining offers a view of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The artistic flair of the Gulf Coast destination St. Pete/Clearwater; the mind of Salvador Dali; a colorful downtown walking tour; glass blowing; sampling barbecue from a pit master.
Exploring the Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania and its revolutionary war sites; whitewater rafting; making the perfect breakfast sandwich; a luxury resort; walking in the footprints of an educational icon.
The thriving downtown district and outdoor recreation in Little Rock, Ark.; touring a World War II submarine; a museum dedicated to the contents of a ladies purse; the farm-to-table culinary scene.
Exploring the island nation of Jamaica, including grottos, riding horseback in the ocean, and Jamaican-style culinary offerings.
The history and culture of the Azores in the North Atlantic Ocean.
Erik the Travel Guy travels to a small Virginia town with a big Virginia past! In this episode, he explores Staunton’s historic architecture, visits a Presidential birthplace and library, learns a little Shakesperian stage magic and enjoys a delicious farm-to-table dinner! Big fun in small-town Virginia.
Puget Sound the alarm! Erik the Travel Guy and Crew travel to a breathtaking National Park on the Pacific West Coast. Join them as they explore the natural beauty of Hurricane Ridge, learn about Native American culture by carving a totem pole and try their hand at shucking some of the country’s finest oysters!
Get your sea-legs ready, landlubbers! Erik the Travel Guy steps aboard Carnival Horizon for exclusive behind-the-scenes access with the ship’s captain and crew. He’ll visit the crew-only areas, explore the ship’s bridge and engineering, as well as witness first-hand how the crew feeds thousands of meals each week.
A return visit to this region of Pennsylvania proves to be even more fun for the whole family! Erik learns more about the French and Indian war, discovers a wild Elk herd and so much more. He also explores Cook Forest State Park, gets behind the gears of a missive piece of machinery and samples delicious rustic cuisine. So much to do we had to shoot part two!
Grab your swim trunks, Erik the Travel Guy heads to the land of 10,000 lakes! A charming enclave in Northern Minnesota is the setting for this episode. Erik explores the downtown arts, shopping and dining district. He learns more about the region’s lakes and state parks, plays a little golf, eats a surprisingly famous hot dog and casts his line in hopes of catching Lake Bemidji’s biggest fish.
Erik and his crew explore the northern end of this legendary and popular destination on North Carolina’s Atlantic coast. Join him in one of the few places in the United States where wild horses still run free! Erik discovers how a beach vibe, tide and some historic lighthouses shaped this unique destination. All that, and plenty of fun and fresh seafood for all in a destination unlike any other.
Join Erik as he finds out why so many people are “Proud to be an Okie from Muskogee.” He and the crew travel to this quaint Oklahoma town to learn about the history of the Girl Scouts, the Trail of Tears and the local country music connection. Erik also explores the artistic public spaces, learns about the annual Renaissance festival, tours a WW2 submarine and attempts to learn the guitar.
Lather on the SPF 50 and join Erik as he heads down to Florida’s Historic Coast! Erik visits a centuries old military fort and has coffee with the town’s most famous Gilded Age millionaire. He takes years off his life by drinking from the Fountain of Youth, enjoys an amazing, hands-on dining experience, and even tries his luck on one of the most iconic holes in golf, Hole 17 at TPC Sawgrass.
Time to grab the oat bag and saddle up, folks! Erik and the Crew are hopping on a ferry and heading to a place where horses replace automobiles, and time truly slows down. They’ll explore the island’s breathtaking natural beauty, visit the famous Grand Hotel, fish in Lake Huron, stroll downtown enjoying great food and live music and even attempt a little fudge making.
Strap in for a long flight, we’re going WAY Beyond Your Backyard. Erik takes his first ever trip to the city of Stockholm. As with any new city he visits, Erik digs in deep - visiting Nordic museums, exploring the city’s history and architecture and enjoying an amazing meal prepared using traditional nordic techniques. Lastly we’ll “Take A Chance On” him, as he gets groovy at the ABBA museum.
Join Erik in the cockpit, on board Norwegian’s 787 Dreamliner as he travels to Sweden’s second largest city. Discover the impressive history and significance of the city’s strategic placement on Sweden’s west coast. See Erik sample spectacular, award-winning cuisine at Sjömagasinet, take a walking tour of the city, and roll out the dough as he learns a traditional Swedish cinnamon roll recipe.
Spend some time with Erik as he explores this unique geographic region in the center of Pennsylvania. Float through an unbelievable underground cave on a boat tour, marvel at one-of-a-kind artifacts from Christopher Columbus, and get into the countryside and sample true farm-to-fork cuisine.
Get out on the lake with Erik as he discovers this gorgeous area and the phenomena of the Purple Martins that flock to this area. Travel with him to Congaree National Park and Riverbanks Zoo to get in touch with nature and take a walk on the wilder side of things. And come along as he enjoys a customized food tour and brewery tour and toasts to this fun loving and diverse region of South Carolina.
Take a trip to this vibrant waterfront city bursting with activity. In this episode, Erik and the crew savor a glass of wine, learn how to drive a Duffy boat, and take in the scenery. He discovers the local art scene and experiences the flair of the authentic Mexican cuisine in the area. He also boards the Queen Mary and steps back in history.
Head up north with Erik as he experiences true Midwestern kindness from the locals of this inviting Wisconsin town. Learn along with him as he tours and explores the boat houses and their culture on Lake Superior. In this episode, Erik tours downtown and views the historic murals that tell the town's story. Erik rolls up his sleeves and gets to work making authentic German sausages.
Join Erik as he gets a history lesson about the Moravian culture of Old Salem. Prepare to be entertained as he challenges a professional baker to a cookie-making race at Mrs. Hanes Moravian Cookies, and fine tune your senses as he experiences the grandeur of The Reynolda House Museum of American Art. He’ll also dig into some delicious southern cuisine at his visit to Sweet Potatoes Restaurant.
There’s only one! Come along with Erik as he discovers this one-of-a-kind town. In this episode, he’ll explore the area's scenic, geographic beauty, meet with the proud local residents that make up the population, learn the town’s history and its role in presidential governing, and sample and attempt to re-create some of the small town's authentic cuisine.
Get away with Erik as he discovers the secluded yet approachable appeal of this Long Island hamlet. He’ll learn how Montauk has stood the test of time, get a first hand feel for the incredible hospitality, and visit must-see and historic destinations. Dive in with him as he learns from the pros how to surf cast and how to make authentic and delicious seafood delights from the catch of the day!
Wash your hands, mask up, and stay 6 apart with Erik as he learns about and navigates a new travel world emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic. He’ll discover what has changed regarding travel protocols and how travel brands have adapted and updated their practices to keep you safe while still being able to explore new places in a different way.
