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Hey there Travel Tart readers, today I’ve scored an interview with Morgan Burrett , who is the host of the popular TV show The Travel Bug  (and it has nothing to do with insect repellent !).

Morgan stays in front of the camera for this informative program which follows his trips around the world.

He’s managed to wrench himself away from his travels on The Travel Bug to have a chat to me about his cool job of being a travel television presenter, and I’m keen to pick his brains about it!

Here it is!

The Travel Bug called Morgan Burrett Talks!

The Travel Tart: Hi Morgan, thanks for the opportunity to chat. I thought Google knew everything, but I was really scraping to find out anything about you on the internet! I know you as the host of The Travel Bug, but can you tell everyone more about yourself?

Morgan Burrett:  Well, to be honest there’s not much to say! I grew up in New Zealand and as you probably know, it’s a pretty small country that’s about as far away from the rest of the world as you can get. But it’s an amazing place to grow up. You end up spending your time outdoors doing things like hiking and surfing. The scenery is incredible and the people have a great sense of pride about being New Zealanders. Though eventually I got the itch to travel and went to the United States before eventually finding my way to Australia . And now I’ve lived on the northern beaches near Sydney for the last 8 years.

The Travel Tart: Ok, it seems you have a really cool travel TV presenting gig with The Travel Bug – how the hell did you score it? I’ve done some stuff for online purposes with a TV crew , and it’s amazing how they can make something really good based on the amount of takes I had to do because of my stuff ups! Any tips for all of us out there who might be keen to give this a crack?

Morgan Burrett:  I actually started out as a cameraman, but as luck would have it I met the producers of The Travel Bug on another shoot and we got along really well. Then one day I was booked in to film something for them and the host ended up not being able to do the job. So I ended up being both in front and behind the camera….if that makes any sense! Six months later I was the presenter of The Travel Bug. It really came about because I was willing to give anything a go. When the opportunity was presented to me to take the plunge and walk away from being a cameraman to give being a host a go, I took it, even though I was pretty bad at it in the beginning.

The Travel Tart: When I interviewed Asha Gill , she mentioned that she first scored a travel presenting gig from an audition relating to a product to treat haemaorrhoids, which I thought redefined the term ‘pulling something out of one’s arse’. Is travel TV presenting really something done better on an ad lib basis, or do you go into a program with a well defined structure with The Travel Bug?

Morgan Burrett:  The Travel Bug is pretty ad lib. We do a lot of planning when it comes to the where and when of a trip, but it’s the unexpected things we come across that tend to be what we focus on. I also find it a lot easier and more natural to do things on the spot rather than have a pre-planned script to follow. Though there are times when I need a hand with getting the right words to describe something or when I have to get some facts and figures from someone.

The Travel Tart: How often are you out and about on the road with The Travel Bug? Does it get a bit tiring after a while?

Morgan Burrett:  I generally spend around 120 days a year away with The Travel Bug. Then there’s a couple of trips home to see the family and the occasional holiday or weekend away. Travelling for the show is a lot of fun, but it gets really tiring. We do a lot in such a small amount of time that I often lose track of things. You wake up before sunrise, work until after dark, then arrive at a hotel and fall asleep. That’s basically how the days pass with the show. Don’t get me wrong, I love it! But it’s a lot harder than most people realize.

The Travel Tart: From what I can gather, you come from New Zealand? I love Kiwi slang, such as chilly bin (cooler box), handle the jandal (he/she can handle it), and choice (that’s excellent!). What’s your favourite, and please provide a definition. The more politically incorrect, the better!

Morgan Burrett:  My favourite is actually chilly bin. I think it’s such a funny but perfect way to describe a cooler box! But another I like is ‘Munted’. It’s a word we use to describe something that’s broken.

The Travel Tart: What’s the worst food you have had to consume on The Travel Bug? Was that part of a crew dare, or was that something of your own undertaking!

Morgan Burrett:  The guys love to see me squirming and eating weird food or doing things that they probably would never do themselves. But I’m one for giving anything a go, and the stranger the food the better. I’ve eaten sea snake soup in Okinawa and 2-foot long worms in the Philippines , but the worst thing I’ve had to consume would have to be a chickens foetus in China . You peel an egg and inside is a partly formed chicken . Then you chow down on it like a snack. It tasted, well, like chicken. But had a horrible texture, kind of a mix of crunchy in some parts and then soft and chewy in others.

The Travel Tart: Ah yes, a bit like Balut from the Philippines ! Did this food actually make you catch an undesirable bug that left you sitting on the toilet for an extended period of time? 😉

Morgan Burrett:  It didn’t give me a bug, but it did give me nightmares. Every time I have a boiled egg or crack one to make an omelet I’m reminded of it.

The Travel Tart: Ha ha, I can imagine you seeing the egg saying ‘Don’t eat me Morgan!’ Anyway, how many countries have you visited so far? And where haven’t you been that you would like to go to?

Morgan Burrett:  I’ve been to so many places I’ve lost count! And some of the places I’ve been to we have been so busy there that I don’t really consider I’ve experienced them properly. The list of destinations I’d love to visit includes Russia , Iceland and Galapagos . But at the top would be Antarctica. It’s so different to anywhere else on the planet and I really want to see it before the caps melt too much.

The Travel Tart: Finally, where did you catch The Travel Bug, pardon the pun?

Morgan Burrett : I caught it when I was growing up in New Zealand. I remember seeing the world on TV and thinking to myself that all I want to do is travel and experience as much as I can. Then when I discovered how diverse and beautiful the planet was I couldn’t get enough of travelling, even if it meant earning little and living out of a suitcase for weeks on end. It is such an addictive thing and once you’ve had a taste you can’t get enough!

The Travel Tart: Good luck with future episodes with The Travel Bug!

5 thoughts on “The Travel Bug Television Series – Interview with Morgan Burrett”

Great interview – and what a great opportunity for Morgan!

Yeah definitely! I’d be keen for his job!

iyi şansla morgan….

Hi Anthony,

That was an awesome interview with Morgan Burrett. I was just watching the one he did in Taiwan and thoroughly enjoyed it. He was quite entertaining and an effective host for The Travel Bug. I was very intrigue to know about him so I googled and found this. Awesome! I’m looking forward to when he goes go Philippines. Also, it’s awesome to know he’s from NZ. We (family) are from Wellington. Best regards to Morgan and Anthony.

Thanks Jen for the great comment! Yes, he’s a pretty good travel tv host and I envy him!

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Day 1 – red square and the kremlin.

Metro Station: Okhotny Ryad on Red Line.

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As soon as you start creating a Moscow itinerary for your second day, you’ll discover that there are plenty of metro stations that are much closer to certain sites. Depending on your route, take a closer look at the metro map to pick the closest.

The white marble walls of Christ the Saviour Cathedral are awe-inspiring. As you approach this tallest Orthodox Christian church, you may notice the bronze sculptures, magnificent arches, and cupolas that were created to commemorate Russia’s victory against Napoleon.

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Unfortunately, the current Cathedral is a replica, since original was blown to bits in 1931 by the Soviet government. The new cathedral basically follows the original design, but they have added some new elements such as marble high reliefs.

Home to some precious collection of artworks, in Tretyakov Gallery you can find more than 150,000 of works spanning centuries of artistic endeavor. Originally a privately owned gallery, it now has become one of the largest museums in Russia. The Gallery is often considered essential to visit. But I have encountered a lot of locals who have never been there.

Famous for its souvenirs, musicians, and theaters, Arbat street is among the few in Moscow that were turned into pedestrian zones. Arbat street is usually very busy with tourists and locals alike. My local friend once called it the oldest street in Moscow dating back to 1493. It is a kilometer long walking street filled with fancy gift shops, small cozy restaurants, lots of cute cafes, and street artists. It is closed to any vehicular traffic, so you can easily stroll it with kids.

Day 3 – Moscow River Boat Ride, Poklonnaya Hill Victory Park, the Moscow City

Metro Station: Kievskaya and Park Pobedy on Dark Blue Line / Vystavochnaya on Light Blue Line

Voyaging along the Moscow River is definitely one of the best ways to catch a glimpse of the city and see the attractions from a bit different perspective. Depending on your Moscow itinerary, travel budget and the time of the year, there are various types of boats available. In the summer there is no shortage of boats, and you’ll be spoiled for choice.

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If you find yourself in Moscow during the winter months, I’d recommend going with Radisson boat cruise. These are often more expensive (yet comfy). They offer refreshments like tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and, of course, alcoholic drinks. Prices may vary but mostly depend on your food and drink selection. Find their main pier near the opulent Ukraine hotel . The hotel is one of the “Seven Sisters”, so if you’re into the charm of Stalinist architecture don’t miss a chance to stay there.

The area near Poklonnaya Hill has the closest relation to the country’s recent past. The memorial complex was completed in the mid-1990s to commemorate the Victory and WW2 casualties. Also known as the Great Patriotic War Museum, activities here include indoor attractions while the grounds around host an open-air museum with old tanks and other vehicles used on the battlefield.

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The hallmark of the memorial complex and the first thing you see as you exit metro is the statue of Nike mounted to its column. This is a very impressive Obelisk with a statue of Saint George slaying the dragon at its base.

Maybe not as impressive as Shanghai’s Oriental Pearl Tower , the skyscrapers of the Moscow City (otherwise known as Moscow International Business Center) are so drastically different from dull Soviet architecture. With 239 meters and 60 floors, the Empire Tower is the seventh highest building in the business district.

The observation deck occupies 56 floor from where you have some panoramic views of the city. I loved the view in the direction of Moscow State University and Luzhniki stadium as well to the other side with residential quarters. The entrance fee is pricey, but if you’re want to get a bird’s eye view, the skyscraper is one of the best places for doing just that.

Day 4 – VDNKh, Worker and Collective Farm Woman Monument, The Ostankino TV Tower

Metro Station: VDNKh on Orange Line

VDNKh is one of my favorite attractions in Moscow. The weird abbreviation actually stands for Russian vystavka dostizheniy narodnogo khozyaystva (Exhibition of Achievements of the National Economy). With more than 200 buildings and 30 pavilions on the grounds, VDNKh serves as an open-air museum. You can easily spend a full day here since the park occupies a very large area.

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First, there are pavilions that used to showcase different cultures the USSR was made of. Additionally, there is a number of shopping pavilions, as well as Moskvarium (an Oceanarium) that features a variety of marine species. VDNKh is a popular venue for events and fairs. There is always something going on, so I’d recommend checking their website if you want to see some particular exhibition.

A stone’s throw away from VDNKh there is a very distinctive 25-meters high monument. Originally built in 1937 for the world fair in Paris, the hulking figures of men and women holding a hammer and a sickle represent the Soviet idea of united workers and farmers. It doesn’t take much time to see the monument, but visiting it gives some idea of the Soviet Union’s grandiose aspirations.

I have a thing for tall buildings. So to continue my travel itinerary for one week in Moscow I decided to climb the fourth highest TV tower in the world. This iconic 540m tower is a fixture of the skyline. You can see it virtually from everywhere in Moscow, and this is where you can get the best panoramic views (yep, even better than Empire skyscraper).

Parts of the floor are made of tempered glass, so it can be quite scary to exit the elevator. But trust me, as you start observing buildings and cars below, you won’t want to leave. There is only a limited number of tickets per day, so you may want to book online. Insider tip: the first tour is cheaper, you can save up to $10 if go there early.

Day 5 – A Tour To Moscow Manor Houses

Metro Station: Kolomenskoye, Tsaritsyno on Dark Green Line / Kuskovo on Purple Line

I love visiting the manor houses and palaces in Moscow. These opulent buildings were generally built to house Russian aristocratic families and monarchs. Houses tend to be rather grand affairs with impressive architecture. And, depending on the whims of the owners, some form of a landscaped garden.

During the early part of the 20th century though, many of Russia’s aristocratic families (including the family of the last emperor) ended up being killed or moving abroad . Their manor houses were nationalized. Some time later (after the fall of the USSR) these were open to the public. It means that today a great many of Moscow’s finest manor houses and palaces are open for touring.

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There are 20 manor houses scattered throughout the city and more than 25 in the area around. But not all of them easily accessible and exploring them often takes a lot of time. I’d recommend focusing on three most popular estates in Moscow that are some 30-minute metro ride away from Kremlin.

Sandwiched between the Moscow River and the Andropov Avenue, Kolomenskoye is a UNESCO site that became a public park in the 1920’s. Once a former royal estate, now it is one of the most tranquil parks in the city with gorgeous views. The Ascension Church, The White Column, and the grounds are a truly grand place to visit.

You could easily spend a full day here, exploring a traditional Russian village (that is, in fact, a market), picnicking by the river, enjoying the Eastern Orthodox church architecture, hiking the grounds as well as and wandering the park and gardens with wildflower meadows, apple orchards, and birch and maple groves. The estate museum showcases Russian nature at its finest year-round.

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If my travel itinerary for one week in Moscow was a family tree, Tsaritsyno Park would probably be the crazy uncle that no-one talks about. It’s a large park in the south of the city of mind-boggling proportions, unbelievable in so many ways, and yet most travelers have never heard of it.

The palace was supposed to be a summer home for Empress Catherine the Great. But since the construction didn’t meet with her approval the palace was abandoned. Since the early 1990’s the palace, the pond, and the grounds have been undergoing renovations. The entire complex is now looking brighter and more elaborately decorated than at possibly any other time during its history. Like most parks in Moscow, you can visit Tsaritsyno free of charge, but there is a small fee if you want to visit the palace.

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Last, but by no means least on my Moscow itinerary is Kuskovo Park . This is definitely an off-the-beaten-path place. While it is not easily accessible, you will be rewarded with a lack of crowds. This 18th-century summer country house of the Sheremetev family was one of the first summer country estates of the Russian nobility. And when you visit you’ll quickly realize why locals love this park.

Like many other estates, Kuskovo has just been renovated. So there are lovely French formal garden, a grotto, and the Dutch house to explore. Make sure to plan your itinerary well because the estate is some way from a metro station.

Day 6 – Explore the Golden Ring

Creating the Moscow itinerary may keep you busy for days with the seemingly endless amount of things to do. Visiting the so-called Golden Ring is like stepping back in time. Golden Ring is a “theme route” devised by promotion-minded journalist and writer Yuri Bychkov.

Having started in Moscow the route will take you through a number of historical cities. It now includes Suzdal, Vladimir, Kostroma, Yaroslavl and Sergiev Posad. All these awe-inspiring towns have their own smaller kremlins and feature dramatic churches with onion-shaped domes, tranquil residential areas, and other architectural landmarks.

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I only visited two out of eight cities included on the route. It is a no-brainer that Sergiev Posad is the nearest and the easiest city to see on a day trip from Moscow. That being said, you can explore its main attractions in just one day. Located some 70 km north-east of the Russian capital, this tiny and overlooked town is home to Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, UNESCO Site.

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Sergiev Posad is often described as being at the heart of Russian spiritual life. So it is uncommon to see the crowds of Russian pilgrims showing a deep reverence for their religion. If you’re traveling independently and using public transport, you can reach Sergiev Posad by bus (departs from VDNKh) or by suburban commuter train from Yaroslavskaya Railway Station (Bahnhof). It takes about one and a half hours to reach the town.

Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius is a great place to get a glimpse of filling and warming Russian lunch, specifically at the “ Gostevaya Izba ” restaurant. Try the duck breast, hearty potato and vegetables, and the awesome Napoleon cake.

Day 7 – Gorky Park, Izmailovo Kremlin, Patriarch’s Ponds

Metro Station: Park Kultury or Oktyabrskaya on Circle Line / Partizanskaya on Dark Blue Line / Pushkinskaya on Dark Green Line

Gorky Park is in the heart of Moscow. It offers many different types of outdoor activities, such as dancing, cycling, skateboarding, walking, jogging, and anything else you can do in a park. Named after Maxim Gorky, this sprawling and lovely park is where locals go on a picnic, relax and enjoy free yoga classes. It’s a popular place to bike around, and there is a Muzeon Art Park not far from here. A dynamic location with a younger vibe. There is also a pier, so you can take a cruise along the river too.

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The Kremlin in Izmailovo is by no means like the one you can find near the Red Square. Originally built for decorative purposes, it now features the Vernissage flea market and a number of frequent fairs, exhibitions, and conferences. Every weekend, there’s a giant flea market in Izmailovo, where dozens of stalls sell Soviet propaganda crap, Russian nesting dolls, vinyl records, jewelry and just about any object you can imagine. Go early in the morning if you want to beat the crowds.

All the Bulgakov’s fans should pay a visit to Patriarch’s Ponds (yup, that is plural). With a lovely small city park and the only one (!) pond in the middle, the location is where the opening scene of Bulgakov’s novel Master and Margarita was set. The novel is centered around a visit by Devil to the atheistic Soviet Union is considered by many critics to be one of the best novels of the 20th century. I spent great two hours strolling the nearby streets and having lunch in the hipster cafe.

Conclusion and Recommendations

To conclude, Moscow is a safe city to visit. I have never had a problem with getting around and most locals are really friendly once they know you’re a foreigner. Moscow has undergone some serious reconstruction over the last few years. So you can expect some places to be completely different. I hope my one week Moscow itinerary was helpful! If you have less time, say 4 days or 5 days, I would cut out day 6 and day 7. You could save the Golden Ring for a separate trip entirely as there’s lots to see!

What are your thoughts on this one week Moscow itinerary? Are you excited about your first time in the city? Let me know in the comments below!

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24 comments.

Ann Snook-Moreau

Moscow looks so beautiful and historic! Thanks for including public transit information for those of us who don’t like to rent cars.

MindTheTravel

Yup, that is me 🙂 Rarely rent + stick to the metro = Full wallet!

Mariella Blago

Looks like you had loads of fun! Well done. Also great value post for travel lovers.

Thanks, Mariella!

I have always wanted to go to Russia, especially Moscow. These sights look absolutely beautiful to see and there is so much history there!

Agree! Moscow is a thousand-year-old city and there is definitely something for everyone.

Tara Pittman

Those are amazing buildings. Looks like a place that would be amazing to visit.

Adriana Lopez

Never been to Moscow or Russia but my family has. Many great spots and a lot of culture. Your itinerary sounds fantastic and covers a lot despite it is only a short period of time.

What was their favourite thing about Russia?

Gladys Parker

I know very little about Moscow or Russia for the\at matter. I do know I would have to see the Red Square and all of its exquisite architectural masterpieces. Also the CATHEDRAL OF CHRIST THE SAVIOUR. Thanks for shedding some light on visiting Moscow.

Thanks for swinging by! The Red Square is a great starting point, but there way too many places and things to discover aside from it!

Ruthy @ Percolate Kitchen

You are making me so jealous!! I’ve always wanted to see Russia.

Moscow is in my bucket list, I don’t know when I can visit there, your post is really useful. As a culture rich place we need to spend at least week.

DANA GUTKOWSKI

Looks like you had a great trip! Thanks for all the great info! I’ve never been in to Russia, but this post makes me wanna go now!

Wow this is amazing! Moscow is on my bucket list – such an amazing place to visit I can imagine! I can’t wait to go there one day!

The building on the second picture looks familiar. I keep seeing that on TV.

Reesa Lewandowski

What beautiful moments! I always wish I had the personality to travel more like this!

Perfect itinerary for spending a week in Moscow! So many places to visit and it looks like you had a wonderful time. I would love to climb that tower. The views I am sure must have been amazing!

I was lucky enough to see the skyline of Moscow from this TV Tower and it is definitely mind-blowing.

Chelsea Pearl

Moscow is definitely up there on my travel bucket list. So much history and iconic architecture!

Thumbs up! 🙂

Blair Villanueva

OMG I dream to visit Moscow someday! Hope the visa processing would be okay (and become more affordable) so I could pursue my dream trip!

Yup, visa processing is the major downside! Agree! Time and the money consuming process…

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