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Africa with Sherwin Banda, Part 1: Why Travel to Africa Matters

On today's episode, we are taking our passports to get stamped in Africa with the President of African Travel, Sherwin Banda. Sherwin shares why Africa is "the world's best kept secret" when it comes to travel. He also talks about what makes him excited to share Africa with first-timers to the continent and how tourism is a necessary part of the conservation efforts for Africa's wildlife and cultural heritage. Listen in for Sherwin's personal stories of going on safari in Africa, like spotting a leopard with an expert game tracker, and hear how Africa is more than just an incredible place to visit - it's a feeling. 
Photos and videos courtesy of Katie Cadar, Africa Specialist at TravelStore.
Passport Diaries is a travel podcast by @TravelStoreInc, here to bring you amazing stories from around the globe with our travel experts and partners.

Cruising with Cunard: Transatlantic Crossings, Alaska, Caribbean Islands, and World Voyages

In this episode of Passport Diaries from TravelStore, climb aboard one of the four Queens of Cunard and set sail around the globe. We invite you to hear from Cunard Cruise expert Cindy Woloshyn about her personal experience doing a Transatlantic crossing aboard the Queen Mary 2, why the East Caribbean itinerary is her favorite, and how the Alaska itinerary aboard the Queen Elizabeth is a delight for all members of the family. If that's not enough, pack a bag and find out what it's like to visit 40 countries across all seven countries on the trip of a lifetime: the World Voyage aboard a Cunard Queen. From glitzy gala nights to the best fish and chips of your life at the Golden Lion pub, discover what treasures await you on a Cunard cruise. Passport Diaries is a travel podcast by @TravelStoreInc, here to bring you amazing stories from around the globe with our travel experts and partners.

Japan with Katie Cadar: Discovering Hidden Corners on a Ponant Expedition Cruise

In today’s episode of Passport Diaries, hear from TravelStore's adventure travel expert Katie Cadar about her recent trip to the far reaches of Japan. Katie shares her experiences aboard a Ponant Cruises expedition ship to tiny Japanese villages that rarely see tourists. She talks about meandering through ancient streets surrounded by Edo architecture while a modern car zips by, being invited into a village chief’s home for tea and cookies while a musician plays a traditional Japanese instrument, taking a Zodiac out to see a huge rock formation in the shape of Napoleon’s head, and so much more. Ryo, the Japan Coordinator for Ponant Cruises, spent three years meeting with village leaders to craft this itinerary and to make sure bringing tourists to these remote villages was not only feasible, but welcomed by the villagers themselves. It is a fantastic conversation with Katie and a great example of getting away from the crowds to connect with another culture. 
Passport Diaries is a travel podcast by TravelStore, here to bring you amazing stories from around the globe from our travel experts and partners.