Girlfriendology.com talks with the #1 Women's Travel Expert in the world - MARYBETH BOND. Marybeth (aka: the Gutsy Traveler) is an award-winning author of nine books including 50 Best Girlfriend Getaways in North America, A Woman's World and Gutsy Women. She has shared her travel expertise on Oprah, ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN and all over the world. We're so lucky to have the chance to talk with her. We talked to Marybeth about women's travel - how to plan it, where to go, what to do and how to be like her - gutsy! She has amazing tips on traveling safely and making the most out of your time and travel adventure. For a trip on your own or with your girlfriends, check out this conversation with Marybeth, her web site and her helpful books. Marybeth Bond - www.gutsytraveler.com Girlfriendology - www.girlfriendology.com, blogs - www.girlfriendology.blogspot.com and www.girlfriendologyToo.blogspot.com www.cafepress.com/girlfriendology, http://astore.amazon.com/girlfriendology-20

A travel diary recorded 9April2008

Written article also available.

This content was taken just after we survived our hike around Shoshone Lake in Yellowstone National Park. Shoshone Lake is the biggest backcountry lake in the lower United States. This recording is based on events occurring between 9/8/2007-9/9/2007. Philip Arrington (narrator) and Lloyd Kruger were the hiking team who went on two hikes totaling 54 miles in two days. This involved crossing the continental divide on the way to Mount Sheridan (10,305ft) and also going around Shoshone Lake in two days. This content is unedited and involved some not so proper language at times. However, it should provide for great entertainment. It's 20.21 minutes.

In Episode 123, you'll learn about the latest in Japanese crime technology and we'll also tell you about the new high-tech way to find the best ramen shops -- anytime, anywhere. (This is an edited version of the podcast. To listen to the complete show or access our extensive archive, please visit the Planet Japan website at: http://planetjapan.org).

Join Amy, a humor writer for The Japan Times and Doug, fabled raconteur and man-about-town, for a light-hearted look at life in Japan.

Harrisonburg-Rockingham Historical Society president Tom MacAllister talks about a "Christmas in the Shenandoah Valley" exhibit. Frank Jurney talks about Dec. 8 2007 Berryville Bluegrass concert.

Original music created by me Echolocation an aspiring musician/producer from the state of Maine.