“Of all the shows it’s my favorite.  I get in trouble around here because I talk so much about Distant Shores.” – Charles Herring, President, WealthTV

Have you ever longed to sail the world?  See new places, new people, new adventures?  Then you’ll love ‘Distant Shores’ on WealthTV as Paul and Sheryl Shard share their life of sailing, exploring and learning as they travel the world.  Sit back, enjoy, and appreciate everything the Shards have to offer.  Paul and Sheryl have sailed the world for over 20 years and their special combination of open water, stops in port, and trips to see local treasures and experience local culture makes Distant Shores armchair travel at its best.  None better. 

Paul and Sheryl’s voyage in the Mediterranean, and in particular countries in the Middle East, is a joy to watch.  Each episode is special.  My favorite?  The overnight sail on the Nile in Egypt.  As guests on a felucca – a traditional sailboat – Paul and Sheryl relax and enjoy the Nile, well cared for by a pair of gentleman who offer great hospitality and friendship, as well as delicious meals prepared on a small open flame.  With large tour ships in the background, there’s no contest – the felucca is the way to go; you truly long to be there as they enjoy the sail.  At a camel market the next day, watching the fun and energy of the market, you long for the way the Shards travel.  Open and friendly, they are welcome anywhere – and generously share the people and cultures they visit.

KissMyCountry had the chance to talk with Charles Herring, President of WealthTV, which broadcasts Distant Shores in the United States.  As it turns out, there is no greater fan of Distant Shores than Charles Herring himself.  “Of all the shows it’s my favorite.  I get in trouble around here because I talk so much about Distant Shores”, Charles says.  “It’s very entertaining, and takes you to different parts of the world that you may not have a lot of knowledge about.  Paul and Sheryl are giving us insight to the people and culture in many destinations.  It’s a great description of what we’re doing at WealthTV.”

In the past year, Paul and Sheryl have moved across the Atlantic and several  episodes have shown  adventures in the Carribbean.  “The last year or so Paul has done a great job doing some underwater photography.  The quality has been great,” Charles continues.  We agree.  The Carribbean episodes are dazzling – as Charles says the underwater scenes show the beauty underneath the beautiful sea, and Paul and Sheryl take time on shore as well.  In the US Virgin Islands, the chance to stay overnight in a tent cottage at Maho Bay Camps, an eco reserve, is a treat.   Also fun are the friends that Paul and Sheryl connect with everywhere to share their journey.

Paul and Sheryl have said goodbye to the Two-Step, their first boat, in a very touching episode.  They are now embarking on new journeys with the Southerly 42.  On their web site, coming in 2011 is the chance to ‘share the sail’ with them on the Southerly 42 which has two guest cabins, each accommodating two guests.   KissMyCountry is going to make a bold suggestion that Charles Herring consider signing on as one of the first passengers!  Charles, just a suggestion (you’re the President and we respect that) but we think it would make a great episode for both WOW! and Distant Shores. 

Paul and Sheryl, wherever you sail and whoever you take on board, KissMyCountry wishes you the best and we look forward to keeping in touch.  And for Charles Herring and WealthTV, we thank you too for broadcasting great programs for the armchair traveler in all of us.  We’ll be reviewing more of your shows in later posts.  You have a stellar lineup!