Berlin is a city both old and new. Having been unified less than 20 years, you can still see remnants of its divided past. Today, much has changed and the city continues to evolve. This is what makes Berlin so special: just from exploring the sights, you feel like you are living through a series of historical events.

Tourcaster’s “Walki-Talki” tour of Berlin begins at Reichstag, Germany’s Parliament. Here, you will learn of the major political events that have taken place over the last couple of hundred years.



May 2005 marked the 60th anniversary of the fall of the Nazi regime. For this landmark event, the city of Berlin opened the Holocaust memorial to commemorate the 6 million Jews that suffered under Hitler. As you walk through the memorial, you will learn brave stories of Jewish families that endured Hitler’s torture during the War.

As you continue to soak in the sights, you will pass what is left of the Berlin Wall. Its graffiti reveals sentiments of the Cold War and through your iPod, you will learn about its incredible rise and fall.



Towards the end of your tour, you’ll visit the Gendarmenmarkt; one of Berlins most cultural squares with adjacent concert halls and museums, before ending at the Berliner Dom; a Baroque style church that was badly damaged in the War, but is now restored to its original beauty.

Come visit these and other extraordinary sights in Berlin. With Tourcaster as your guide, you are set for a historical adventure!

Seeing 7 x 7

San Francisco’s seven by seven square mile area makes it a perfect city for exploring by foot and its 50+ hills make this exploration an adventure.

Tourcaster’s Stroll San Francisco "whole shebang" and "lite" tours take you through North Beach, all the way to Union Square.



Wander through the Italian neighborhood of North Beach for a gelato or glass of Chianti. During the day the area welcomes picnickers to Washington Square Park and at night the streets are filled with street musicians. If you are feeling energetic, make your way to the top of Coit Tower for extraordinary views of the city.

Stroll the 24 blocks of Chinatown. Find your luck on Ross Alley where you will find a fortune cookie factory. Relax in corner restaurant for a taste of traditional dim sum and some good people watching.



Hop on a cable car and head towards Union Square to explore the financial district and some good shopping!! As you listen to ohttp://www.blogger.com/img/gl.link.gifur tour, you’ll learn about the 1906 San Francisco Earthquake and Fire.

Before your tour ends; climb to the top of Nob Hill to see historical stately homes and reward yourself at the top with an incredible vista of the San Francisco Bay and beyond.

With as your guide, you’ll learn the history and culture of this adorable city with so much charm.

International Flare in Edinburgh

Besides its beautiful castle, Edinburgh is well known for its annual International Festival, which runs from August to September. This arts festival began in 1947 and has since exploded into an international affair. Artists, actors, musicians and dancers come from around the world to perform in Scotland’s capital city.



While you are there, be sure to soak in Edinburgh’s heritage by exploring Old Town and New Town. Stroll down Princes street for some of the city’s best shopping then take a breather in Princes gardens where you will find an intriguing floral clock.

Across the gardens you’ll enter old town. Take a tour of Edinburgh castle as well as the many squares in Old Town that feature the city’s Parliament offices. Along the way you’ll discover the Witches Memorial where over 300 women were burned as witches between 1479 and 1722. You’ll also pass by grassmarket, full of lively pubs and traditional Scottish goods.

Take note of the theatres and museums while you explore, as many of the festival events are hosted there.

Fill your senses with arts and heritage this summer! Visit Tourcaster for all your sightseeing needs throughout Edinburgh and don’t forget to check out www.eif.co.uk for details on the International Festival.

Top of the Hill

Whether you are hot on politics or craving the arts and science, DC is your destination to experience the best of both worlds. A weekend getaway is all you need to explore the very best of Washington DC.



Start at the Lincoln memorial and stroll down the constitutional gardens towards the Washington Monument. To the left you’ll see the White House as well as wonderful museums to explore such as the National Gallery and Natural History museum. On the right you’ll find the Museum of Air and Space as well as many of the nation’s federal buildings.

Tourcaster’s Washington DC National Mall tour takes you to all these places as you lean the history and functions of your surroundings. Don’t forget to take a break in the beautiful botanical gardens along the way.

Take a Hike!

Adventure awaits you in the Rockies this summer. Tourcaster added 2 new tours to guide you through our National parks. …

Yellowstone

Watch Old Faithful geyser erupt in Yellowstone, take a dip in a hot spring, or hit the trails for some animal spotting. Learn about the Inferno of 1988 that destroyed nearly 40 percent of this great park and how it has recovered. Discover the history behind this area’s unique geology from local park rangers as you explore the area by road or foot. Tourcaster’s Yellowstone guide allows you to start your tour from anywhere in the park.



Rocky Mountain Trail

Trail Ridge Road, in Rocky Mountain National Park, is the highest continuously paved highway in the United States. Tourcaster’s 90-minute audio guide takes you along this invigorating 40-mile drive, which begins in Estes Park, and climbs to an elevation of 12,183 feet before descending towards Grand Lake. Experience incredible views of glacial valleys, meadowlands and mountain peaks. Learn the history of early settlers in the area as well as about local wildlife. The tour guides you to various viewpoints and hiking trails along the way so you can stretch your legs and take in your surroundings.

To Venice we go…

Ladies and Gentlemen: Tourcaster gives you everything Venetian. Whether you are a first time visitor or a local celebrity, with our nine newly updated tours on the city of magical gondolas and historical canals, now you can be a Venice expert.

Here are the new tours we’ve added to guide you around the sights:

Basilica de Santa Maria Salute
Basilica de Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari
Ca’ d’Oro Palace
Ca’ Rezzonico Palace
Doge Palace
Galleria dell’Accademia
Piazza San Marco
St. Mark’s Basilica
The Scuola Grande di San Rocco

Turn up your iPod and take to the canals!

The Grand Tour

We know how the story goes: The last time you saw the Grand Canyon you were buckled in the back seat of your daddy’s station wagon relenting “Are we there yet?” Of course this is typical behavior of an ADD 10-year-old on her way home from a family road trip. However, since then you wish you had paid more attention. Now you only get a few glimpses of this world’s natural wonder from the airplane. You swear you are going to go back, but the Grand Canyon is so freakin’ big where do you start???



Whether you’re coming from Las Vegas or Santa Fe, Tourcaster has made it simple. Cruise along the highway or walk along one of the rim trails while you listen to local park rangers and Native Americans tell the story of how nature created this spectacular masterpiece. You’ll learn about the adventures of John Wesley Powell as he lead the first river expedition into the Grand Canyon in 1869 as well as the stories of early settlers and local wildlife. In just an hour you gain that Grand Canyon fix you’ve longed for over the years and instead of whining, you’ll be craving for more!

Going to the Sun to find Glaciers



Driving along Going-to-the Sun Road in Montana is a majestic experience filled with geological masterpieces. Hanging valleys and waterfalls drape themselves around you while aspens and pines rustle in the wind.

Park your car at a scenic overlook and soak up the view. Bring your binoculars as you might spot a marmot basking on a sun kissed rock. Once you’ve reached Glacier National Park, step outside with your iPod and take in the crisp mountain air as you learn about the remarkable history of your surroundings.

Tourcaster presents National Glacier Park walking tour and Going-to-the-Sun driving Tour. Just another reason to get outdoors this summer….


Going to the Sun to find Glaciers.

Mountains of Fun

Your big brother was an eagle scout, your best friend has climbed Kilimanjaro and your significant other won’t stop talking about his/her near-death experience with a mountain lion in Runyan Canyon? Even if you appreciate the magnificent outdoors but lack the insanity to become ‘one’ with nature like the rest of your friends and family it’s okay, Tourcaster has just the cure…..

Hit the road and explore the great outdoors the summer from the comfort of your car. Tourcaster presents Grand Teton National Park: a driving tour narrated by local experts who share their knowledge of the Park’s incredible geology, wildlife and historical figures.

Listen and learn as you explore the sights along Hwy 26. Don’t forget to pack those hiking shoes! You might just get the urge to step into the wild….