I Wish You Were Here: The Daily Travel Brief
Escape the ordinary and explore the world with us!
I Wish You Were Here is your weekly ticket to the globe’s most breathtaking destinations, hidden attractions, and thrilling adventures.
Join us every Wednesday morning for a new episode.
In every episode, we transport you to a new location, offering practical travel tips, fascinating history, and the inspiration you need to plan your next journey. Whether you are a seasoned globetrotter or an armchair traveler dreaming of your next getaway, we bring the world to your ears.
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Episodes

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Join me as I recount my personal history across the Middle East, from a recent tour of Egypt's ancient wonders to a teenage road trip from Kuwait to Spain. See the photos and learn more at: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/middle-eastMore Middle East guides:https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/egypt-ancient-and-modernhttps://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/jordan-desert-kingdomhttps://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/epic-road-trip-kuwait-spain

Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
San Francisco: Where Urban Ingenuity Meets Natural Beauty
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Join us as we explore the fog-kissed hills, historic cable cars, and iconic bridges of the beautiful San Francisco Bay. See the photos and learn more at: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/san-francisco

Wednesday Jan 07, 2026
Uncovering the Lost Rose City: A Journey to Petra, Jordan
Wednesday Jan 07, 2026
Wednesday Jan 07, 2026
Join us as we explore the ancient Nabataean empire carved into the vibrant red sandstone cliffs of Jordan. See the photos and learn more at: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/petra-jordan.

Wednesday Dec 31, 2025
Dune Buggies and Desert Stars: Exploring Ocotillo Wells
Wednesday Dec 31, 2025
Wednesday Dec 31, 2025
Leave the pavement behind and discover the ultimate off-road playground in the California desert. See the photos and learn more at: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/ocotillo-wells-svra.

Sunday Dec 28, 2025
Wings Over Water: Exploring San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary
Sunday Dec 28, 2025
Sunday Dec 28, 2025
Discover a hidden 300-acre oasis in Irvine where urban life meets wild nature and over 200 bird species thrive.
See the photos and learn more at: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/san-joaquin-wildlife-sanctuary.

Saturday Dec 27, 2025
Hidden Gems: The Millard Canyon Falls Adventure
Saturday Dec 27, 2025
Saturday Dec 27, 2025
Join us as we explore a stunning waterfall hike above Pasadena, featuring stream crossings, rock scrambles, and plenty of adventure.
See the photos and learn more at: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/millard-canyon-falls.

Friday Dec 26, 2025
Discover Brea: From Oil Fields to Urban Oasis
Friday Dec 26, 2025
Friday Dec 26, 2025
Join us as we explore the transformation of Brea, California, from a historic oil town to a premier destination for dining, shopping, and outdoor adventure.
Read about Brea and view the photos here: https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/brea-ca.

Thursday Dec 25, 2025
Living the Animation: A Journey to Mickey's Toontown, Disneyland
Thursday Dec 25, 2025
Thursday Dec 25, 2025
Step through the screen and into the chaotic, colorful world of 1930s animation at Disneyland's reimagined Toontown.
Read the guide and view photos at https://i-wish-you-were-here.com/content/mickeys-toontown.





