Sharael Travels is a podcast for curious travelers craving adventure, wellness, and a touch of luxury. Hosted by seasoned travel writer Sharael Kolberg, each episode features in-depth conversations with local experts from places she’s recently explored. Tune in for insider tips, must-do experiences, and to learn what’s new in each destination. Whether you’re planning a trip or just dreaming of one, Sharael Travels brings the world a little closer—one episode at a time.
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Sharael Travels is a podcast for curious travelers craving adventure, wellness, and a touch of luxury. Hosted by seasoned travel writer Sharael Kolberg, each episode features in-depth conversations with local experts from places she’s recently explored. Tune in for insider tips, must-do experiences, and to learn what’s new in each destination. Whether you’re planning a trip or just dreaming of one, Sharael Travels brings the world a little closer—one episode at a time.
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August 10, 2026
EP 21 | Reno-Tahoe, CA: Skiing, Hiking, Boating
<b>Sharael Travels Podcast</b><br /><b>Destination:</b> Reno-Tahoe, CA<br /><b>Guest: </b>Lydia Beck, Reno-Tahoe Territory<br /><a href="https://renotahoe.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://renotahoe.com/</a><br /><br /><b>Must Do's:</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>South Lake Tahoe</b><br /><b></b>Must do for any first-time visitors is to get on the water and above the water.<b></b>Recommend<a href="https://clearlytahoe.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Clearly Tahoe</a> for<a href="https://clearlytahoe.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> clear-bottom kayak</a> (night, led) experiences along the Nevada crystal blue shoreline<b></b>Get above the lake via<a href="https://www.skiheavenly.com/explore-the-resort/activities-and-events/summer-activities.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Heavenly Gondola</a> and experiencing the<a href="https://www.skiheavenly.com/explore-the-resort/activities-and-events/summer-activities.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Tamarack lift</a> for hiking trails (ski in the winter) view both the lake and Carson Valley. Edgewood Hotel. Nevada Beach. Tahoe Rim Trail, Flume Trail, Capital to Tahoe Trail (new).<br /><b></b><br /><b></b><b>North Lake Tahoe<br /></b>Walk, run, or e-bike the breathtaking<a href="https://travelnevada.com/outdoor-recreation/tahoe-east-shore-trail/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Tahoe East Shore Trail</a> from<a href="https://www.gotahoenorth.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Incline Village</a> to<a href="https://parks.nv.gov/parks/lake-tahoe-nevada-state-park" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Sand Harbor State Park</a> for world-class lake views.<b></b>Stay at<a href="https://www.theinclinelodge.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> The Incline Lodge</a> or the<a href="https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/tvllt-hyatt-regency-lake-tahoe-resort-spa-and-casino" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe</a> for easy access!<b></b>Stop at<a href="https://tunnelcreekcafe.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Tunnel Creek Cafe</a>, conveniently located right at the trailhead, to grab a breakfast burrito, fresh lunch, or a cold beverage.<b></b>Once at<a href="https://parks.nv.gov/parks/lake-tahoe-nevada-state-park" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Sand Harbor</a>, rent a clear kayak from<a href="https://clearlytahoe.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Clearly Tahoe</a> to enjoy breathtaking views below the crystal clear water. Crystal Bay Club restaurant. Alibi Ale Works. Sagely Tahoe restaurant.<br /><b></b><br /><b></b><b>Reno:</b><b></b><a href="https://www.whitneypeakhotel.com/basecamp/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BaseCamp’s outdoor climbing wall</a> at<a href="https://www.whitneypeakhotel.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Whitney Peak Hotel</a><b></b>The outdoor climbing wall is certified as the “World’s Tallest Artificial Climbing Wall” by Guinness Book of World Records<b></b>Features a total 164 ft of climbing<b></b>There are 3 auto-belay devices on the 35’ walls, an IFSC certified 15m speed wall, and both top rope and lead climbing on the 70’ wall<b></b>Climbing classes, day passes and memberships are available for the community and hotel guests<b></b>Scenic views of downtown Reno and the Reno ArchGrand Sierra Resort. Atlantis Peppermill hotel.<br /><b></b><br /><b>What’s New:</b><br /><b></b><br /><b></b><b>South Lake Tahoe</b><br /><a href="https://edgewoodtahoe.com/dining/the-edge/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Edge Restaurant and Lounge</a> at<a href="https://edgewoodtahoe.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Edgewood Tahoe Resort</a> balances seasonal flavors with modern culinary techniques, multi-course tasting menus, tableside presentations, and artisanal craft cocktails. Wine collection featuring over 1,000 labels worldwide,...
July 27, 2026
Ep. 20 | Solvang: Danish pastries, Windmills, wine tasting
<b>Sharael Travels Podcast</b><br /><b>Destiination: </b>Solvang, CA<br /><b>Guest:</b> <b>Anna Ferguson-Sparks, Stiletto Marketing</b><br /><b></b><br /><b></b><a href="https://solvangusa.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.SolvangUSA.com</a> // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/solvangusa/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@SolvangUSA</a> // <a href="https://www.facebook.com/visitsolvangusa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">facebook.com/visitsolvangusa</a> // <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@solvangusa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">TikTok.com/@solvangusa</a> <br /><br /><b>Must-Do's:</b><br /><b></b><br /><a href="https://solvangrestaurant.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>1. Solvang Restaurant</b></a> – for <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C8kb1o0Sz_l/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b><i>Aebleskiver</i></b></a> <br /> <br />2. <a href="https://elverhoj.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Elverhøj Museum of History & Art</b></a> <br /><br />3. <a href="https://www.bookloftsolvang.com/hca-museum" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Hans Christian Andersen Museum</b></a> (upstairs) <b>@ The Book Loft</b> (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thebookloftsolvang/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@thebookloftsolvang</a>) <br /><br />4. <a href="https://www.solvangvikingmuseum.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Solvang Viking (+ Amber) Museum</b></a> <b>@ The Copenhagen House</b> | 1660 Copenhagen Dr, Solvang <br /><br /><br />5. <b>Pick up pastries or other baked treats at one (or more!) of Solvang’s “Fab Five” Danish Bakeries, plus the newest/sixth Danish bakery storefront:</b>-Birkholm’s Bakery & Café <br /><br />6. Brave the wait for a table or a counter stool at one of Solvang’s other iconic breakfast joints, <a href="https://www.paulaspancakehouse.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Paula’s Pancake House</b></a> | 1531 Mission Dr, Solvang <br /><br />7. Take <a href="https://solvangusa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/solvang-walking-map-2024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>a self-guided stroll</b></a> through Solvang’s walkable downtown core, to spot the village’s most ‘iconic’ structures: – Solvang’s big (“Paaske”) windmill (next to The Solvang Bakery, near 436 Alisal Rd)– The Round Tower (Rundetårn) replica (in the courtyard behind the big windmill)– The Little Mermaid Fountain / sculpture (at the northwest corner of Alisal Rd and Mission Dr, in front of CHOMP burgers | fries | shakes)– Windmill at Solvang Brewing Co. (1547 Mission Dr)– Blue windmill at Hamlet Square (1618 Copenhagen Dr, at Second St) < <a href="https://solvangtrolley.com/ice-cream/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><i>Solvang Trolley Ice Cream Parlor</i></a><i>recently relocated to this space</i>– The Big Red Clog (in front of Solvang Shoe Store, corner of Copenhagen Dr & First St)– The bust of Hans Christian Andersen in Solvang Park (Mission Dr & First St) <br /><br />8. <a href="https://missionsantaines.org/mission-history" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Old Mission Santa Ines 1804</b></a> <br /><br />9. <a href="https://www.buttonwoodwinery.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Buttonwood Farm & Vineyard</b></a> | <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Buttonwood+Farm+%26+Vineyard/@34.6236227,-120.1146593,17z/data=!4m15!1m8!3m7!1s0x80e954f64387be87:0x2e5b263068af576!2s1500+Alamo+Pintado+Rd,+Solvang,+CA+93463,+USA!3b1!8m2!3d34.6236227!4d-120.1146593!16s%2Fg%2F11cpj30m8r!3m5!1s0x80e95541884c0375:0xa720f5f60c641614!8m2!3d34.6225279!4d-120.1175775!16s%2Fg%2F11krvmccpk?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1500 Alamo Pintado Rd, Solvang</a> <br /><br />10. Overnight at <a href="https://www.thelandsby.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>The Landsby: </b></a>1576 Mission Dr, Solvang; <a...
July 13, 2026
Ep. 19 | Germany: Hiking, Beer, Design
<b>Sharael Travels Podcast</b><br />Destination: Germany<br />Guest: Ricarda Lindner, Regional Manager The Americas, German National Tourist Office<br />More info: <a href="https://www.germany.travel/en/home.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Germany.travel </a> <br /><b></b><br /><b>Saarland – Hiking the Saar-Hunsrück Trail<br /></b><a href="https://www.germany.travel/en/nature-outdoor-activities/saar-hunsrueck-trail.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.germany.travel/en/nature-outdoor-activities/saar-hunsrueck-trail.html</a><br /><br />The Saar-Hunsrück-Steig is a 255-mile long-distance trail and is considered the Europeanchampion of single trails. The trail runs from the Moselle River near the borders of Germany, France, and Luxembourg all the way to the Rhine in Boppard. Along the route, hikers experience a wide variety of landscapes including forests, rivers, dramatic rock formations, vineyards, and scenic viewpoints, including the famous Saar Loop (Saarschleife). <br /><b></b><br /><b>What’s New<br /></b>The region has also introduced “RegionalGenuss” culinary hiking trails: Read my NationalGeographic article: “<a href="https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/eat-your-way-along-this-new-hiking-trail-in-germany-" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Eat your way along this culinary hiking trail in Germany</a>.”<br />• Trekking camps with wooden platforms<br />• August 29: A 24-hour hiking marathon in Mettlach.<b> </b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Wiesbaden – Top Must-Do Experiences<br /></b><a href="https://www.wiesbaden.de/en/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.wiesbaden.de/en/</a><br /><br />· One of Germany’s historic spa cities and has been a wellness destination since Roman times, thanks to its 26 thermal springs.<br />· Historic bathhouses such as the Kaiser-Friedrich-Therme, an elegant Art Nouveau landmark.<br />· Kurhaus Wiesbaden and its casino, surrounded by the landscaped Kurpark.<br />· The Jugendstil Trail leads visitors to beautifully preserved buildings and cultural sites.·<br /> Gateway to the Rheingau wine region.<b> </b><br /><b></b><br /><b>What’s New</b><br />• Museum Reinhard Ernst<br />• World Design Capital 2026 <br /><b></b><br /><b>Frankfurt<br /></b><a href="https://www.visitfrankfurt.travel/en/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.visitfrankfurt.travel/en/</a><br /><br />· Main Tower observation deck<br />· Römerberg, the historic square<br />· Neue Altstadt (New Old Town)<br />· Museumsufer (Museum Embankment)<br />• the Städel Museum<br />• the German Film Museum<br />• the German Architecture Museum<br />· Goethe House<b> </b><br /><b></b><br /><b>What’s New</b><br />• World Design Capital 2026<br />• Landesgartenschau Oberhessen 2027 <b> </b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Must-Do Experiences in Germany</b><b>Cities</b><br />Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Heidelberg or Lübeck<br /><a href="https://www.germany.travel/en/cities-culture/overview.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.germany.travel/en/cities-culture/overview.html</a> <br /><b></b><br /><b>Food & Wine</b><br />13 wine regions, beer gardens, local markets, or seasonal food festivals <a href="https://www.germany.travel/en/experience-enjoy/overview.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.germany.travel/en/experience-enjoy/overview.html</a> <br /><br /><b>Culture & Heritage</b><br />Castles, 55 UNESCO World Heritage sites, music and arts<br /><a href="https://www.germany.travel/en/campaign/world-heritage/home.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.germany.travel/en/campaign/world-heritage/home.html<b> </b></a><br /><b></b><br /><b>Nature & Outdoor Experiences</b><br />Active travel, hiking, cycling—from forests and mountains to rivers and lakes<br /><a...
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