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There is a place at the top of the world where the land runs out, a sheer thousand-foot cliff rising straight from the Arctic Ocean, and nothing beyond it but open sea all the way to the North Pole. This is the North Cape - the northernmost point of continental Europe and getting there means sailing one of the most spectacular coastlines on Earth. From Oslo, we travel north through towering fjords and fishing villages so remote the ship is their only connection to the outside world. We pass the Lofoten Islands rising like a mountain range planted in the middle of the ocean, Alta - nicknamed the Northern Lights City - and on into the deep Arctic silence of Finnmark. Norway's coast is not just beautiful. It is staggering.The Northern Lights wait for us there too. The Sami called them Govsov - the light you can hear, the light that speaks. Science calls them solar particles colliding with the earth's atmosphere. But standing beneath them, none of that matters. What you are seeing is the invisible touch of our sun, raining down in colour all around you - and it is unlike anything you have ever experienced before.Join host Aaron Millar, and two expert guests, as we set sail on the North Cape Line with the legendary adventure ships of Hurtigruten. This is more than an expedition cruise, it is a journey to the edge of the world along one of the most awe-inspiring coastlines in the world in search of the Aurora at its most breathtaking.Produced in Armchair Explorer's signature documentary style, this immersive audio adventure is designed not just to let you hear what it's like to chase the Northern Lights along the Norwegian coast - but to feel it.Highlights include:Sailing the Trollfjord - a fjord so narrow it feels like you could reach out and touch the mountains on either side, sheer walls of rock and snow rising straight from the water around you.Standing at the North Cape - the northernmost point in Europe where beyond the cliff edge there nothing but the Arctic Ocean, all the way to the North Pole.Sitting inside a Sami Lavvu - warm with firelight and wood smoke - hearing stories, sharing food and listening to yoik, the ancient song form where every melody carries the spirit of a specific person, animal or place.Husky sledding into the Arctic wilderness - the moment the dogs stop barking, set off, and everything goes utterly silent. Just you, the animals, and the snow.The food of Norway's coast - fresh Arctic cod from the world's largest cod fishery in Lofoten, king crab hauled from the icy waters of Finnmark and cooked within the hour, cheese from a family farm whose recipes are 300 years old, and wild herbs foraged from cliff edges above the fjords.The Aurora itself - the crowning corona, where the lights rain down in every direction around you - “like taking a dream out of your head and placing it into the sky”FIND OUT MOREProduced in collaboration with Lonely Planet: LonelyPlanet.comThis journey is run by expedition cruise company Hurtigruten, whose ships have sailed this coastline for generations. This is what they promise: If you're on one of their 11-day or longer voyage during the Auroral season and the Lights don't appear, they'll give you another chance on a future sailing at no extra cost.Find out more at hurtigruten.comConnect with expert Aurora chaser Tom Kerss at TomKerss.com or follow him on Instagram at @tomkerssThank you also to Andre Pettersen, the man behind Hurtigruten's extraordinary food and community connections along the Norwegian coast.Know Someone Who Needs This?If this episode lit something up in you, do me a favour - send it to just one person. One friend, one family member, one person who needs a little wonder in their life right now. Or go old school and tell someone about it over a cheeky pint. Every single share genuinely moves the needle.Hit the share button in your podcast app - it takes about ten seconds, and helps us continue to bring these stories to you.FOLLOW US: Instagram: @armchairexplorerpodcast Facebook: @armchairexplorerpodcastCONNECT WITH US: If you enjoy the show, please subscribe on whatever podcast player you're reading this on right now. Go on, do it! It helps us grow the show, and means you won't miss an episode (we've got some good ones coming up!).Armchair Explorer is written and presented by Aaron Millar. Audio editing and sound design by Charles Tyrie. Theme music by Sweet Chap. Produced by Armchair Productions. Find our other shows at Armchair-Productions.com Mentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world's best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. 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Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady interviews recent world record holder John Ballsdon of Always Look Twice about his 28-day drive from Nordkapp, Norway to Cape Agulhas, South Africa, largely hugging West Africa's coast in two Ineos Grenadiers, one towing a Bruder trailer. John shares how his mother, a professional photographer, shaped his attention to detail and how early travels to India and later living 10.5 years in Moscow fueled a lifelong drive to document landscapes and cultures. They discuss staying grounded after travel through planning, journaling, and reflection, plus the contrasts of living abroad versus passing through. John explains why he pursued the record as an antidote to “doom scrolling,” highlights Guinea and the North Cape, describes low points in Angola, a lost passport recovered through Nigerian kindness, vehicle prep and fuel strategy, and a forthcoming feature-length film planned for autumn.
Ultra marathon swimmer Jono Ridler is back on dry land after 90 days swimming from North Cape to Wellington. He braved cold water, jellyfish and rough seas in just his togs, goggles and a cap - to push for action on ocean protection. Jono spoke to Corin Dann.
Allen covers Quebec’s record wind project, Madawaska’s financial close, Nova Scotia’s first direct-to-consumer wind sales, PEI’s retiring wind farm, and Aikido’s floating offshore AI data center. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly newsletter on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Learn more about Weather Guard’s StrikeTape Wind Turbine LPS retrofit. Follow the show on YouTube, Linkedin and visit Weather Guard on the web. And subscribe to Rosemary’s “Engineering with Rosie” YouTube channel here. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! Transcript Good Monday everyone. Canada is building. On the last day of March… the province of Quebec broke ground on the largest wind energy project in Canadian history. It is called Des Neiges… French for “of the snows.” One hundred and fourteen turbines. Two hundred meters tall each. Seven megawatts apiece. When the first two phases are complete… those turbines will power one hundred and forty thousand homes. The partners are Boralex, Énergir, and Hydro-Quebec. The investment: three billion dollars. Quebec Premier Francois Legault said it plainly at a recent ceremony: “There is a global race right now to dramatically increase electricity production.” He is not wrong. Also in Quebec… the Madawaska Wind Energy Project just reached financial close. EDF Renewables and Hydro-Quebec are behind that one. Two hundred and seventy-four megawatts. Forty-five turbines. Financed under Green Loan Principles. Expected to power more than forty-four thousand homes. Now… across the Gulf of Saint Lawrence… Nova Scotia is launching the Mersey River Wind project. One hundred and forty-eight-point-five megawatts. Thirty-three turbines. And here is where it gets interesting. For the first time… consumers in the province will be able to buy electricity directly from a wind farm. Not from the utility. From the source. A company called Renewall Energy is already signing contracts with homeowners… businesses… even the city of Halifax. And then there is Prince Edward Island. That province is saying goodbye to its very first wind farm. North Cape began in two thousand and one. Sixteen turbines. Each rated at just point-six-six megawatts. The province’s newest turbines? Four-point-two megawatts each. The P.E.I. Energy Corporation is seeking bids for an environmental impact assessment… the first step toward replacement. Twenty-five years ago… North Cape was a pioneer. Today… it is showing its age. That is how progress works. But let us end on this. Out in California… a company called Aikido Technologies has unveiled a floating wind platform… that also serves as an AI data center. The platform pairs an eighteen-megawatt turbine with onboard computing power… cooled by the surrounding ocean. A prototype is being built in Norway. Commercial launch: the United Kingdom… twenty twenty-eight. The CEO put it simply: “Before we go off-world… we should go offshore.” So… from Quebec to Nova Scotia to Prince Edward Island… Canada is building its energy future at full speed. And somewhere out on the open ocean… someone is building the next chapter altogether. And that is the state of the wind industry for the 6th of April 2026. Join us tomorrow for the Uptime Wind Energy Podcast.
It's nearly three months since ultra-marathon open water swimmer Jono Ridler set off on his 1000 mile journey from North Cape to Wellington. Live Ocean founder Blair Tuke spoke to Corin Dann.
Gerald Huber is an Austrian living in Paris. He commutes to work every day by bicycle. Lots of people do. In 2025, however, he decided to go a little further on two wheels and he signed up for his first ultra-long-distance cycling event, the North Cape 4000 from Italy to the most northerly point of Europe at Nordkapp in Norway. 8 countries, 4000 km. According to the organsiers, it's "a journey that will change your life". He spoke to The Cycling Europe Podcast about his experiences and his plans to go one step further in 2026.
Clint, Meg and Dan kick off a loose Edge Breakfast episode while packing for a Christchurch broadcast and VIP Loft Bar, then debate Gaga/Beyoncé and Eminem throwbacks. Meg’s “Scandals” cover Flavor Flav hosting a Las Vegas celebration for female medalists after a controversial White House invite, plus Luke Combs opening up about body image and avoiding medical weight-loss shortcuts. The team dives into a “testicles research” chat, defines the rules of a “guy dinner,” and takes calls on comfort items adults still sleep with. They chat with Jono, swimming from North Cape to Wellington to end bottom trawling, run $10,000 EZ Money with callers, plan Dan’s Christchurch “cash strapped” chase with a decoy runner, and finish with a running gag comparing Dan to 1960s singer Peter Noon. 01:44 Throwback Playlist Debate06:21 VIP Christchurch Invite08:45 Scandal13:36 Testicle Science!20:35 Jono Swim 4 The Ocean24:55 EZ Money27:29 Defining Guy Dinner37:06 Scandal41:33 Cash Strapped56:00 EZ Money59:10 Wolf Whistle Debate01:07:28 Haircut Photo Debate
In this episode of The Printerviews, host Colin Sinclair McDermott is joined by Tom Peire, CEO of Four Pees and Chief Evangelist at Atomyx. Based in Ghent, Belgium, which is a hub for print software innovation, Tom shares his journey from a high school dropout and aspiring graphic designer to leading a digital transformation agency for the print industry. The conversation dives into the evolution of automation, moving beyond simple downward streams to what Tom calls 'connected automation'. He explains how Atomyx, a cloud-based integration platform (iPaaS), aims to revolutionise production by lowering the barriers to connecting complex IT stacks. Tom also emphasises the human side of technology, noting that their tagline 'Feel the Good Flow' is about managing the emotional transition for both business owners and shop-floor operators. Beyond the technical, Tom reveals his personal passion for tandem cycling, sharing the story of a 5,000Km journey to the North Cape with his wife, an experience he describes as the ultimate relationship builder and a metaphor for the collaboration required in business. Key Takeaways True efficiency requires all systems to be interconnected, allowing data to flow in all directions, not just from artwork to output. Many print shops struggle not because of technology, but due to a lack of clear management vision and a manufacturing-only mindset. To succeed as a fulfilment partner for marketplaces like Gelato or Amazon, printers must provide real-time data and transparency back to the buyer. Investing in software (often ranging from £50k to £100k) frequently offers a return on investment of less than one year by reducing manual touchpoints. Branding in the technical space should address the emotional impact of change, moving from fear of technology to feeling the flow" In the next five years, the ratio of investment in software and sales technology versus heavy machinery must increase for printers to remain competitive.
The Battle of the Atlantic, the longest campaign of World War II, spanned from 1939 to 1945, primarily in the North Atlantic but extending to Arctic convoys and the Mediterranean. This conclusion episode recaps Allied resilience against German U-boats and surface raiders. Britain implemented early rationing and the "Dig for Victory" campaign, increasing food production and reducing import reliance. Key turning points included capturing the Enigma machine from U-110 in 1941, sinking U-boat aces, and U.S. adoption of convoys post-1941. Despite setbacks like Operation Torch diverting escorts in late 1942, commanders like Admiral Max Horton and sub-hunters Donald McIntyre and Frederick "Johnny" Walker turned the tide with aggressive tactics. Technological advances sealed Germany's fate: Allied Hedgehog mortars (far more effective than depth charges), radar, and air cover from B-24 Liberators closed the mid-Atlantic gap by May 1943, forcing U-boat retreats. German innovations like snorkels, Type XXI U-boats, and acoustic torpedoes (e.g., T5 Zaunkönig) arrived too late, yielding high losses (e.g., 39 U-boats for minimal gains in late 1943). In the Arctic, the Scharnhorst's defeat at North Cape secured Soviet supply lines. The episode details D-Day's naval arm (Operation Neptune): Over 6,000 vessels from eight navies, led by Admiral Bertram Ramsay, bombarded Normandy beaches with battleships like HMS Warspite and USS Texas. Despite mines and minor German torpedo boat attacks, it succeeded, ferrying 132,000 troops on June 6, 1944, with Mulberry harbors enabling logistics. The "Hunt for Tirpitz," the Bismarck's sister ship, highlights Allied obsession: Multiple failed raids (e.g., Operation Tungsten) culminated in Operation Catechism (November 1944), where RAF Lancasters dropped 12,000-pound Tallboy "earthquake" bombs, capsizing the "Lonely Queen of the North" and killing up to 1,200 crew. Losses were staggering: Allies lost 3,500 merchant ships (21.6 million tons), 175 warships, and ~7,200 sailors; Germany lost 783 U-boats, 47 warships, and 30,000 men. Submarines sank two-thirds of Allied tonnage, but superior Allied strategy, resources, and innovation prevailed, ensuring victory in this critical supply war.
Trailpodder polkucast jakson 135 lenkkivieraana keskuspuiston poluilla Mladen Zagorac, joka kertoo uudesta kirjastaan Eleven Degrees - Running from Helsinki to North Cape. Helsinkiläinen seikkailujuoksija lähti Kaivopuiston rannasta Vapun jälkeisenä aamuna ja juoksi toukokuussa 2022 yksin lastenrattaita teitä pitkin työntäen Nordkappiin merenrannalle. 25 vuotta juoksua harrastanut Mladen taivalsi 1700km Suomen ja Pohjois-Norjan läpi 28 vuorokaudessa - keskimäärin 60km/vrk. Mladen kertoo myös ensimmäisestä 100km juoksusta (Masokistin Unelma Helsingin Paloheinässä) ja muista kisoistaan, joista hän siirtyi vähitellen vaelluksiin Kuusamon Karhunkierroksella ja Ruotsin Kungsledenillä arktisiin seikkailuihin Lapissa, Norjassa, Skotlannissa, Fär-saarilla, Grönlannissa ja Islannissa. Lopuksi Mladen paljastaa seuraavan tavoitteensa: maraton alle 3 tuntiin Sloveniassa! Lue lisää, katso kuvia, tutustu seikkailun reittiin ja tilaa kirja: https://elevendegrees.fi/
Ever wanted to go bikepacking in Norway? Listen to guest Slauka Macurak share what it was like during her 3 week adventure from the Lofoten Islands all the way to the North Cape. Slauka discusses logistics, weather, time of year to travel as well as options for wildcamping and resupply along her route. She also shows us that you don't need to have loads of bikepacking experience before giving an adventure like this a go.Be sure to follow Slauka on via her instagram channel - @AllRideGirl to keep up with her future adventures. RedWhite Apparel - Check out the most comfortable bib shorts on the market! Click here to find out more about Helinox Camp Chairs Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:
Ever wanted to go on a bike adventure in Norway? Well listen to Slauka share her experiences from spending 3 weeks bikepacking her way through this amazing country all the way to the North Cape. You can follow Slauka on instagram via @AllRideGirl and keep an eye out in the weeks to come for a full length episode featuring this amazing adventure. Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:
On this episode of The Dark Zone: An Adventure Racing Podcast, we shift gears—literally—with ultra-distance cyclist and adventure writer Meaghan Hackinen. From solo rides across continents to podium finishes at grueling endurance events, Meaghan brings a unique perspective on resilience, mindset, and the beauty of long days in the saddle. She shares stories from her global rides, lessons learned while pushing physical and mental limits, and what it means to find strong efforts in the midst of fatigue. Whether you're navigating a remote bike leg in a multi-day race or dreaming of your next expedition, Meaghan's insights are both inspiring and deeply grounded. Plus, we talk writing, racing, recovery, and the underrated magic of instant potatoes. Thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please like, click, and subscribe on your streaming platform of choice. This helps spread the word about Adventure Racing and TDZ's role in elevating the sport. Remember - You Keep Racing, and We'll Keep Talking! Shownotes: Meaghan Hackinen - https://meaghanhackinen.com/book/The Buckshot - https://www.bcepic1000.com/buckshotTrans Am Bike Race - https://transambikerace.com/North Cape 4000 - https://northcape4000.com/North Cape-Tarifa - https://www.northcape-tarifa.com/Ozark Gravel Doom - https://www.ozarkgravelcyclists.com/doomTour Divide - https://tourdivide.org/about_the_routeAtlas Mountain Race - https://bikepacking.com/tracker/atlas-mountain-race-2025/Silk Road Mountain Race - https://www.themountainraces.cc/silk-road-mountain-raceHellenic Mountain Race - https://www.themountainraces.cc/hellenic-mountain-raceCaves and Coves TT - https://www.bikepackadventures.ca/bikepacking-routes/caves-and-coves-ittSponsor Links:American Himalayan Foundation - https://www.himalayan-foundation.org/
This episode is brought to you by www.thebikeaffair.comIf you are in search of a one-stop destination that caters to all your cycling needs, our today's sponsor, The Bike Affair, is the perfect place to check out! With over 14 years of experience, The Bike Affair has established itself as a trusted source offering honest advice and exceptional service. They are offering a special treat for the listeners of this podcast. You can enjoy a 10% discount on your first order by using the code 'BIKEYVENKY' on their website. Visit their bike store in Hyderabad or shop online by using the link www.thebikeaffair.com In this episode I talk to Renu Singhi. Renu Singhi is an amazing woman who accomplished some crazy feats of endurance in Ultra cycling. A housewife, a mother and a grandmother who started cycling very late has completed 1200km Paris Brest Paris, 1600km London Edenborough London and recently completed the 4200km North Cape challenge. We met during the Tour of Nilgiris and recorded this during the rest day. In this episode she shares her inspiring journey in cycling and her experience of PBP, LEL and North Cape. She was only comfortable talking in Hindi. So, we did the interview in Hindi and I tried to speak whatever broken Hindi I could but asked most of the questions in English. If you are not a Hindi speaker but watching this on Youtube, the subtitles should help. I hope her story inspires you as much as it inspired me. If it does, please share it with your friends to show that nothing is impossible and age is just a number. 0:00:00 Intro0:05:30 How she bought her first cycle0:09:45 First ride and first race where she came second0:11:00 First BRM 200km after 2 months and progression 0:17:30 PBP/ Paris Brest Paris Experience0:22:00 Delhi to Bombay and 5 days Super Randonneur experience 0:25:35 Experience at LEL ( London Edinburgh London)0:29:50 Unstoppable despite multiple crashes0:37:05 North Cape 4000 experience0:44:00 The troubles after completing North Cape0:53:00 Importance of strong mind for Ultra riding0:55:30 Tour of Nilgiris0:57:50 Tips for working athletes0:58:45 Closing About the PodcastThe working athlete podcast is a podcast with and for working athletes from all walks of life and various sports. The goal is to provide inspiration, training tips, mental hacks, time management and life-style advice through conversations with some of the best in sport, from athletes to coaches. If you think you can benefit from this, please consider subscribing so that you don't miss the weekly episodes in future.Who is a working athlete? Someone working fulltime/part-time, entrepreneur or anyone who has to work to make ends meet and doesn't let being busy to stop him/her from pursuing an active lifestyle is a working athlete. I consider stay at home moms/dads who pursue a sport, as working athletes because homemaking is a full-time job.If you like this, share with friends who could be interested.For the visually inclined, a video version of the podcast can be found here:YouTubeOther Places you'll find the podcast on:Anchor |RSS |Apple Podcasts |Spotify |Google podcasts |Pocket Casts |Radio Public |Breaker
In this episode Russell Nankervis shares his experience of bikepacking from the North Cape in Norway, to Tarifa in Spain. A complete north to south crossing of Europe.Russell's first journey was taken when he finished up school in Australia and headed to Laos for a self guided cycle tour. It was an experience that took him straight out of his comfort zone, a time before cycling a predetermined gpx route - he had nothing but a paper map for navigation. Since then he kept cycling - although his adventures were focused on mountain biking. He spent three years racing on the World Cup circuit in Europe, before eventually representing Australia at the MTB World Cup in Cairns in 2017. Nine years on from that cycle tour in Laos he'd find himself at the very northern tip of Europe at the North Cape, destination Tarifa, Europe's most southern tip in Spain. It was great to hear how the experiences Russell gained from that first trip set him up to plan out this bigger journey. Russell wrote about this experience in his book Crossing Continents: A Cycling Odyssey from Norway to Spain. You can also follow his future adventures via his instagram - @russ_nankervisClick to send me a text message and let me know what you think of the showSupport the Show.Enjoying Seek Travel Ride? Buy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterLeave me a voicemail messageJoin the Seek Travel Ride Facebook group - Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideTwitter - @BellaCyclingWebsite: Seek Travel Ride Facebook - Seek Travel Ride
Podcast Description: What does Hurtigruten mean? You will learn that and dive into the world of sustainable cruising with Carly Biggart, VP of Sales and Marketing at Hurtigruten. How has Hurtigruten's 130 year history set them up to lead the charge is preserving places and offering authentic experiences, by falling in love with the places they travel to. Discover how this innovative cruise line is revolutionizing responsible travel along Norway's stunning coastline. Learn practical strategies for balancing profitability with environmental stewardship, engaging employees in sustainability efforts. We talk about everything from circularity to mistakes along their sustainability journey. Whether you're a travel industry professional or a conscious traveler, this episode offers valuable insights on navigating the future of sustainable tourism. Key Takeaways: ● Sustainability should be a core part of a company's DNA, not just an add-on.● Authentic communication about sustainability efforts is crucial, including being transparent about challenges to avoid greenwashing.● Sourcing locally and engaging with communities can enhance both sustainability and guest experiences.● industry collaboration is vital for advancing sustainability in tourism.● Deepening existing sustainability commitments (like food waste reduction) can be as important as adding new initiatives.● Sustainability can be a powerful tool for attracting both customers and employees who share these values.● Experiencing sustainable travel firsthand can inspire guests to make changes in their own lives. Quote: “When people are onboarded at Hurtigruten, to be honest, they will have a passion for sustainability.” Show Notes: Learn more about their itineraries: https://www.hurtigruten.com/en-us Sign up for the Sustainable Hotelier Insider: everything you need to know about sustainable hospitality industry news, how to start to enhance your journey, frameworks to follow, and innovative products, technologies, and software! https://www.greenluxeinc.com/newsletter #Authenticity, #Norway, #NorthernLights, #ESG, #HotelSalesandMarketing, #SustaianableCruising, #ProgressNotPerfection, #CircularEconomy, #FoodWaste, #GuestExperience, #SustainableProcurement, #EmployeeValues, #HospitalityTopTalent, #DNA, #DestinationStewardship Timestamps: Cruise ships, Norway, and sustainability. (2:56)Hurtigruten's sustainable practices and their impact on the environment and local communities. (8:16)Sustainability in the travel industry, balancing authenticity and progress. (13:18)Sustainability practices and initiatives in the travel industry. (17:52)Sustainability in the travel industry. (22:41)Sustainability in the travel industry, with a focus on reducing food waste and deepening commitments. (30:45)Hurtigruten cruises and their unique itineraries, focusing on the North Cape line and Svalbard. (35:56)Sustainability in the cruise industry with a focus on protecting wildlife and communities. (40:58)
Guest Wiebke Lühmann's passion for adventure has led her to embark on a staggering 20,000-kilometer cycling journey from Freiburg to Cape Town. During this episode she talks about how embracing the unknown is at the very essence of cycle travel and how she has found her own personal strength in solitude, navigating the diverse and challenging landscapes of Europe and Africa. From sandstorms through the Sahara to navigating challenging border crossings it's clear that this adventure through West Africa is one filled with experiences so vast and with the wet season looming she is readying herself for the adventures still to come. I spoke to Wiebke while she was in Conakry, Guinea, as she makes her way down the West African coastline on a journey which will take over a year to complete. Weibke shared how her previous endurance background has shaped her approach to overcoming obstacles on this adventure. This isn't her first long distance bicycle journey. She previously spent over 7 months travelling through South America, and in 2022 she cycled from Hambug to the North Cape in Norway - a journey which was documented beautifully in the film On her Own. You can follow along Weibke's journey via her Instagram -@wiebkelueh and also on her strava account and YouTube - @WiebkeluehSupport the showEnjoying Seek Travel Ride? Then you can help this Independant Podcaster out by clicking the the link to Buy me a coffee and help support the show!Seek Travel Ride Newsletterhave you signed up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter yet? If not click here to sign up and receive news direct to your inbox each month. NEW! - Leave a Voice Message! Have something you'd like to tell me? Want to chat about this episode more or tell me about your own bicycle adventures? Well now You can now get in touch and leave a voice message! Just click here and record a voicemail message - I may even include it in future episodes! Join the Seek Travel Ride Facebook group - a place where you can discuss episodes in more detail, learn more about our guests and also where you can share more about your own adventures on a bike! Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist - an eclectic mix with each song selected by a guest of the show. The playlist i...
Russell Nankervis shares his experiences from one day of his 7000km+ trip cycling from the North Cape in Norway to Tarifa, Spain across Europe. This day occurred on day two of Russell's adventure as he was cycling through Arctic Norway.This is the second episode of Cycle Shorts where listeners share 'one day of their trip'. Want to be featured as well? Get Involved and tell me about one day of your trip - just click here and record a voicemail message*** Support the showEnjoying Seek Travel Ride? Then you can help this Independant Podcaster out by clicking the the link to Buy me a coffee and help support the show!Seek Travel Ride Newsletterhave you signed up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter yet? If not click here to sign up and receive news direct to your inbox each month. NEW! - Leave a Voice Message! Have something you'd like to tell me? Want to chat about this episode more or tell me about your own bicycle adventures? Well now You can now get in touch and leave a voice message! Just click here and record a voicemail message - I may even include it in future episodes! Join the Seek Travel Ride Facebook group - a place where you can discuss episodes in more detail, learn more about our guests and also where you can share more about your own adventures on a bike! Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist - an eclectic mix with each song selected by a guest of the show. The playlist i...
Do you ever feel called to do something different? Do you want to make a BIG change in your life? Ingrid Alm and her family (husband, son, and dog) embarked on a human-powered adventure right from their doorstep in Oslo, Norway, to Nordkapp, Europe's northernmost accessible point by car. Their 2,000+ KM journey included walking, skiing, cycling, rowing, and even paddle boarding! In this episode, Ingrid shares the lessons they learned on this epic trip and how a need to shake things up from “normal” life led to their adventure. You'll hear plenty of advice on how to kickstart your own journey of a lifetime, insight into making big changes, and much more. What trip or decision have you been considering? What's been holding you back? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you'll share them by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all episodes for only $3/month. Subscribe now! Tune In To Learn: Her college experience in the USA (and why Norwegians are so square) Insights into overcoming limiting cultural constructs and going all in on creative pursuits The lessons she's taken away from working with special needs kids How they prepared for their human-powered adventure Family dynamics and things to consider when traveling with children in more extreme ways What she took away from the experience and how it changed their family going forward The pros and cons of some of the different modes of transport they used How the trip allowed her to connect with her home country The surprising acts of kindness and interactions they had with others Her advice for anyone considering making a change And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Follow Ingrid on Instagram Want More? 7 Bike Rides of a Lifetime With National Geographic's Roff Smith Lessons from Coaching Olympians, Traveling to 150+ Countries, and 30,000+ KM of Human-Powered Travel with Antonio Cala Cross Country Canoeing: 7,500 Miles Into the Soul of America + an Unconventional Life of Travel With Neal Moore Thanks To Our Sponsors Nissan - There's no better vehicle for adventure than the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. Learn more at www.nissanusa.com. Wise - Wise can help you send, spend, and receive internationally without the hidden fees or exchange rate markups. Learn how Wise can work for you by downloading the app or visiting www.wise.com/travel. AeroPress - Say yes to better mornings fueled by better coffee. Visit aeropress.com/zerototravel to save 20% off your order.
Life in Norway Show Episode 78: Daniela Laguniak, an expedition leader with Havila Voyages, tells us about her relocation to Northern Norway and her working life on the Norwegian coastal route. Originally from Germany, she is fluent in three languages and lives in a remote part of Finnmark, Northern Norway. Daniela worked a seasonal tourism job at the North Cape in 2012 and then made the decision to move to Norway permanently. She now lives in Tana, one of the most remote parts of Arctic Norway, with her Sami partner. She also talks about her working life on board the Havila Polaris, where she works for 22 days, followed by 22 days off. It's a shift pattern that wouldn't suit everyone, but it suits Daniela perfectly. Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/moving-from-germany-to-arctic-norway/
This week Clint and Dawson sit down with Meaghan Hackinen. Meaghan is a Kelowna-based writer and ultra-cyclist whose two-wheeled adventures have taken her from Haida Gwaii to Mexico's high plateaus, across Canada and the United States, and from North Cape to Tarifa along some of Europe's highest paved roads. Meaghan loves to compete and doesn't shy away from pushing her limits. She is a Trans Am Bike Race, Transcontinental Race, NorthCape4000, and Paris-Brest-Paris brevet finisher. In 2023, Meaghan placed first overall in the Silver State 508, the Buckshot and Lost Elephant bikepacking races, established an overall course record on the Log Driver's Waltz as an Individual Time Trial, and set a women's FKT with her second-place finish at the Dark Divide. Meaghan has an MFA in Writing and is the author of two books: South Away: The Pacific Coast on Two Wheels and Shifting Gears: Coast to Coast on the Trans Am Bike Race. We focus our podcast on her Book Shifting Gears, a Coast to Coast race across the United States. Meaghan is an amazing woman who is pushing her boundaries on a bicycle. Join us as she shares her journey and her insights from her coast to coast race. I have read the book, "Shifting Gears", and it is a book that everyone will enjoy reading. Purchase links available in ebook and print USA: NeWest Press (publisher): https://bookshop.newestpress.com/products/shifting-gears-coast-to-coast-on-the-trans-am-bike-race Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/shifting-gears-meaghan-hackinen/1143174637 Amazon.com: https://a.co/d/6IF9xLI Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com Powered by: Rock Creek Outfitters - www.rockcreekoutfitters.com Sponsored by: Mountain View Auto Dealers Chattanooga Concrete: https://chattanoogaconcreteco.com/ RoofingCo.com: www.roofingco.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
In the final episode of Al Murray and James Holland's naval odyssey, they document the final hours of the mighty Scharnhorst. Was it British Naval excellence, or German incompetence that sunk the infamous vessel? A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey McCarthy Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Join our ‘Independent Company' to watch our livestreams, get earlybird tickets and our weekly newsletter - packed with deals. Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Christmas Eve 1943, Admiral Sir Bruce Fraser and the men of Convoy JW55B are in a tense holding pattern up against the Nazi U-boats. Al Murray and James Holland document the final days before The Battle Of The North Cape, and the sinking of the infamous Scharnhorst. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey McCarthy Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Join our ‘Independent Company' to watch our livestreams, get earlybird tickets and our weekly newsletter - packed with deals. Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
One of the most dramatic naval battles of the Second World War - high in the Arctic Circle on Boxing Day, 1943. Al Murray and James Holland set sail for another Naval adventure as they track the sinking of the mighty Scharnhorst. Setting the scene for the Boxing Day 1943 battle - the boys lay out the need for the Arctic Convoy, the characters involved, and ask a question that has vexed many ever since: was the Scharnhorst a battleship or a battlecruiser? A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey McCarthy Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Join our ‘Independent Company' to watch our livestreams, get earlybird tickets and our weekly newsletter - packed with deals. Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Meaghan Hackinen is a Kelowna-based bikepacker and writer whose two-wheeled adventures have taken her from Haida Gwaii to Mexico's high plateaus, across Canada and the United States, and from North Cape to Tarifa along some of Europe's highest paved roads. She is a 4X Everester as well as a Transcontinental Race, Trans Am Bike Race, and Paris-Brest-Paris brevet finisher. Meaghan holds the women's course record for the World 24-Hour Time Trial Championships, among others. In 2023, Meaghan took the overall solo win in all but one of the endurance races she competed in, including the Buckshot and Lost Elephant in British Columbia, Silver State 508 in Nevada, and an Individual Time Trial of the Log Driver's Waltz in Canada's Capitol region. Her debut travel memoir, "South Away: The Pacific Coast on Two Wheels" (NeWest Press, 2019) was shortlisted for two Canadian book awards and her follow up, "Shifting Gears: Coast to Coast on the Trans Am Bike Race" was just released to critical acclaim. *** The Tough Girl Podcast is being sponsored throughout January by ZOLEO. #ChallengeWithZOLEO ZOLEO connects with your phone to provide seamless global messaging that follows you in and out of mobile network coverage — plus added safety features you can count on worldwide including industry-leading SOS alerting features. 24/7 monitoring and 24/7 access to non-emergency medical advice, check-in and weather forecasts. ZOLEO offers unmatched peace of mind for you and for everyone waiting at home. Stay connected and safe while doing what you love. Hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of tough women. New episodes LIVE every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time. Show notes Who is Meaghan Her 2023 cycling plans and how she structures her training in the winter Letting things fall into place and being opportunistic Having a dislocated finger and getting COVID Working with a coach in the past Using TrainerRoad as her cycle training platform Using the Dynamic Cyclist app for strength, stretching and mobility work Writing the races down on her calendar Preparing herself and her bikes Choosing races with the goal of competing at her best level Setting a new women's FKT the importance of nutrition and recovery Prioritising route prep using a combination of Strava, ride with GPS, and Google Creating a cue sheet with resupply points, elevation high points, and challenging features Having a to-do list and a checklist Journaling and giving yourself space Meditating and feeling much better afterwards Practicing visualization Transitioning from road cycling to off-road gravel adventures Enjoying the challenge and discovering unexpected places Carrying a bike through obstacles like water crossings and steep hills Not training very much on the TT bike this year Having a friendly and supportive cycling community Finding rivalries motivating Finishing the Dark Divide race alongside her partner Describing the Dark Divide and what it's like Writing and releasing her new book, Shifting Gears: Coast to Coast on the Trans Am Bike Race Having a transformative experience in 2017 that made her write a book Lessons and realizations that made her grow Reflecting on solo mountain biking experience Her plans for 2024 Quick-fire questions Final words of advice Social Media Website: meaghanhackinen.com Instagram @meaghanhackinen Facebook @meaghanhackinen Book: Shifting Gears: Coast to Coast on the Trans Am Bike Race
Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Linn from Hurtigruten for this week's cruise chat. . If you want to help this channel out, you can buy me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PlentyofSunshineTravel . Linn did a quick history recap for Hurtigruten and how important they are to the people of Norway. They started in 1893 and became an essential part of life in Norway. They began as a mail route and continue to bring essentials to the people of Norway to this day, . Hurtigruten is celebrating 130 years of being a cruise line in Norway. I love how they leave the areas they visit better than when they arrived. Hurtigrutens Green Stay Program is a great way to add funds to its foundation, changing the lives of Norway citizens. Let's be honest - we don't need our staterooms cleaned two times a day, so if we can change people's lives, I am 100% for this program!! . The food served to you onboard is sourced, whenever possible, from Norway. So, your meals are fresh, sustainable and help the communities. . We then jumped into their three Itineraries! They are: The Classic route - offered year-round The Svalbard Express - offered from May to September The North Cape Express - is offered from September to April. We looked deeper at the Svalbard Express & The North Cape Express. . Svalbard Express: 15-16 Day cruises. The full voyage is Bergen - Longyearbyden - Bergen 8-11 days is Bergen - Longyearbyen 8-10 is Longyearbyen - Bergen. Reminder: If you book within 90 days of departure, the voyage will only be sold as a cruise. You will not get the days in Bergen or Longyearbyen. . Reach out today to book! Info@PlentyofSunshineTravel.com . This cruise goes to the following ports: Bergen, Åndalsnes, Træna, Stokmarknes, Tromsø, Honningsvåg, At sea around Bjørnøya, Longyearbyen, Ny-Ålesund, At sea, Tromsø and Senja, Svolvær, Brønnøysund, Ålesund and Hjørundfjord and Bergen . Next, we discussed The North Cape Express - Full Voyage from Oslo to Bergen is 14-15 days. 7-10 days: Bergen - Honningsväg - Tromso 7-9 days: Troms - Honningsväg - Bergen , Bergen-North Cape-Oslo Oslo-North Cape-Bergen . On this sailing, you will go to the following ports: Oslo, Kristiansand and Farsund, Haugesund and Hardangerfjord, Ålesund, Brønnøysund, Svolvær and Stokmarknes, Tromsø, Honningsvåg, Alta, Lødingen, Rørvik, Molde and Bergen . Hurtigruten has a Northern Lights promise. If you do not see the Northern Lights on your cruise, they will give you a seven-day cruise FREE to try again! That is unheard of! WoW! . I love how Linn mentioned some things to do in each port! It is great to have someone from Norway to talk about Norway! . If you want to learn more about Hurtigruten or any other cruise lines I have met with. Please get in touch with me at info@PlentyofSunshineTravel.com. You can also fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you. . Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to ensure you catch all upcoming cruise videos. . If you want to see the images on this week's episode, click HERE to go to our YouTube Channel. . Search #PlentyofSunshineTravel on Facebook or Instagram to see our posts. . . . #Hurtigruten #travelagent #CruiseSpecialist #Cruise #CruiseGuru #TravelAgent #canadiantravelagent --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cruisingthewavespodcast/message
In this episode I speak with Nathalie Baillon, a French ultra endurance athlete who recently set the women's world record for the fastest cycle across Europe. Nathalie took just 18 days, 15 hours and 27mins to cycle from Tarifa in Spain to the North Cape in Norway, a total distance of 6,300km. We chat about how Nathalie first discovered the world of long distance cycling during a bicycle tour she took in N.Z. She was completely hooked on the sport and since then has put her engineering career on hold, to follow her passion for ultra cycling full-time. I especially liked finding out more about Nathalie's drive to partake in this sport and her three drivers being, challenge, discovery and the unknown. Clearly pushing the boundaries and seeing what is possible is a big motivator for Nathalie. In addition to holding the women's world record for the fastest cycle across Europe, Nathalie also holds the 24 hour world record in Le Mans for the longest distance cycled by a woman - 837kms as well as an impressive string of results from prestigious ultra cycling events. Be sure to follow Nathalie's future cycling adventures via:Her personal website - www.nathaliebaillon.comHer instagram - @nathalie_baillonStrava - Nathalie BaillonNEW! - Leave a Voice Message! Have something you'd like to tell me? Want to chat about this episode more or tell me about your own bicycle adventures? Well now You can now get in touch and leave a voice message! Just click here and record a voicemail message - I may even include it in future episodes! Join the Seek Travel Ride Facebook group - a place where you can discuss episodes in more detail, learn more about our guests and also where you can share more about your own adventures on a bike! Enjoying listening to Seek Travel Ride? Then please give the show some love and leave a rating and review on your podcast player.Also be sure to follow us on your favourite Podcast Player so you get notified when new episodes are released. You can also follow us via:Instagram - @SeekTravelRideTwitter - @BellaCyclingWebsite: Seek Travel Ride Facebook - Seek Travel Ride
Part 2! Tommy shares about all the cruise ports that he and his wife visited in Norway and Belgium. Should you always book an excursion through the cruise line or should you just roll the dice and see what you can find that day? What was the weather like in the Arctic Circle during the summer time? How does it feel to have sunlight 24 hours a day? What were the best port stops? What was the best activity? These questions were answered and so much more. Want to see more photos and video? Go to our Instagram page and follow along with this show. Norway was phenomenal in so many ways: fjords, waterfalls, mountains, lakes, rivers, glaciers, wildlife, and more. The Sky Princess crew and Princess Cruises made Tommy and Lena's 40th anniversary cruise was an exceptional and memorable experience of a lifetime. Enjoy the show! Tommy & Scott
Tommy is back from his 40th wedding anniversary cruise on the phenomenal Sky Princess! This 14 day cruise went from Southampton, England into the Arctic Circle and all the way to the most northern town in Europe, Honningsvag, Norway, North Cape. This cruise had 8 port stops in Norway and 1 stop in Belgium. On this show we are going to talk about the Sky Princess a bit and then get down to business and discuss all the wonderful food he had onboard the ship. From room service to the main dining room, from Alfredo's Pizzeria to Crown Grill. And wait to you hear about the 36 ounce bone-in rib eye steak for two experience - it was a one of the best meals ever! Listen today! Enjoy the show! Tommy & Scott
In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures podcast, I have the chance to speak with JaBig, while sitting in my backyard watching my dog run circles around us. I had first messaged him a year ago, but he was quite busy and we couldn't make it work. It just so happened that this year we had the chance to connect while he was staying with his sister in Ottawa, before taking on his next challenge cycling from North Cape, Norway to Tarifa, Spain, in a continued effort to fundraise for World Bicycle Relief. With a goal of raising $1 million in his lifetime, JaBig has been taking on some pretty spectacular challenges. In 2017 he cycled 17, 763km across Canada on a fixed gear bike. In 2022 he circum-cycled the lower 48 of the United States, riding 13 255km. JaBig is so much more than a bike tourer. He does an amazing job of blending his life before cycling (BC) where he worked as a DJ in Montreal, Canada with his passion for bikes, often doing guest DJ gigs along the way to raise money for his charity of choice. After our podcast, I rode most of the way back to Ottawa with him and we had a great time chatting and learning more about each other. To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below:https://www.patreon.com/biketouradventures orhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/biketouradventures Join the RideWithGPS Bikepack Adventures ClubFind them at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jabig/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaBig/Website: https://www.jabig.com/Find me at…WEBSITEYOUTUBEFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMITUNESShow SponsorsRedshift Sports --> Use code BPA15 to save 15% at checkoutRestrap --> Use code BTAPOD10 to save 10% at checkoutChiru BikesBrockton CycleryPanorama Cycles --> Use code BTA15 to save 15% on a 2023 Chic-Chocs fatbike at checkoutRaceDay Fuel --> Use code BTA10 to save 10% at checkout
If a scientist's goal is to deliver content and expertise to the people who need it, then other stakeholder groups―the media, the government, industry―need to be considered as partners to collaborate with in order to solve problems. Written by established scientist Christopher Reddy, who has been on the front lines of several environmental crisis events his new book - Communicating Science in a Crisis - highlights ten specific challenges and reflects on mistakes made and lessons learned. Reddy's aim is not to teach scientists how to ace an interview or craft a soundbite, rather, through exploring several high-profile case studies, including the North Cape oil spill, Deepwater Horizon, and the 2021 Sri Lanka shipping disaster, he presents a clear pathway to effective and collaborative communication.
Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Tammy from MSC Cruises for this week's cruise chat. . MSC is the third-largest cruise line. They have 19 ships currently and will be adding more to their fleet over the next few years. . MSX World Europa is powered by LNG technology. This ensures that the waters you visit will be taken care of. . MSC ensures that they serve you the best food while on board. They make their chocolate, bread, pasta and cheeses onboard, so everything is fresh and delicious for you! . . We talked about Ocean Cay. MSC Private Island in the Bahamas. I love how they have taken an area that was a wasteland, and now they have a coral reef. They have planted so many trees and have revived the island! 64 square miles of land, 7,500 tonnes of scrap metal were removed, 50,000 trees were planted, and 400 coral colonies were moved to this island! . MSC is Year round in the Caribbean. 3 Ships in Summer with 2023 3 Embarkation Ports with Brand new itineraries. New embarkation port: New York City Year-round Caribbean cruises from Port Miami (MSC Seascape) New itineraries to Bermuda or Canada /New England from New York City (MSC Meraviglia) 3 to 7-night cruises from Port Canaveral/ Orlando (MSC Seaside) All ships from Northern American ports calling at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve Stay & Cruise packages are available from Miami, Orlando & New York. MSC is sailing year-round in the Western Mediterranean. There are 6 ships in Summer 2023 and up to 21 Embarkation Ports with brand-new itineraries. . Various cruise lengths: From mini to 7-nights and long cruises (including Morocco/Canary Islands/Turkey/Israel) New ships in the Med. from April 2023 MSC World Europa MSC Seashore New itineraries: Valencia, Tarragona, Toulon/Provence, Rome, Florence, Genoa (MSC Magnifica), Tunis (MSC Grandiosa) & Tarragona (MSC Magnifica) reconfirmed for Summer 23 with weekly calls 10-night cruises to Spain and Portugal (MSC Orchestra) . The Gems of Northern Europe with 5 ships in 2023 and 11 embarkation ports. . World Heritage Fords such as Flaam, Hellesylt/Geiranger (MSC Euribia) Varied "Baltic capitals" itineraries with 7 - nights & long cruises with up to 9 Baltic ports (MSC Poesia) Long cruises to Norway, North Cape & Spitsbergen 2 Greenland & Iceland cruises 3 - 21-nights (MSC Poesia) 3 to 15-nights to Canary, Fjords, Med and the Atlantic coast from Southampton (MSC Virtuosa) . Middle East Cruises in Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Qatar. 2 Ships in the winter months and 3 embarkation Ports. SHIPS IN WINTER 7-night itineraries, including MSC's Fly and cruise packages MSC World Europa - Qatar (Doha) + UAE (Overnight in Dubai) + Saudi Arabia (Dammam) MSC Opera - UAE (overnight in Dubai, Abu Dhabi/Sir Bani Yas island) + Oman (Khasab & Muscat) Cruise ship hotel in Doha - From November 19th up to December 19th. (MSC Opera) . MSC Euribia has an 8-day, 7-night cruise from Kiel, Germany, starting in June 2023. She will visit Norway, Alesund, Hellesylt/ Geiranger, Oflaam. The North Sea and Denmark . MSC World America 7 nights or 14 nights. From Miami from April to October 2025. Miami (Florida), Ocean Cay, MSC Marine Reserve Bahamas, Cozumel Mexico, Costa Maya Mexico, Puerto Plata Dominican Republic, San Juan Puerto Rico, Isla De Roatan Honduras. . If you want to learn more about MSC Cruises or any other cruise lines I have met with. . Please get in touch with me at info@PlentyofSunshineTravel.com. You can also fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you. . Subscribe to our channel to ensure you don't miss any upcoming cruise videos. . If you want to see the images in this week's video, go to our YouTube Channel . Search #PlentyofSunshineTravel on Facebook or Instagram to see our posts. . . . #MSC #msccruises #MSCYachtClub #MSCTravelAgent #travelagent #CruiseSpecialist #Cruise #CruiseGuru #TravelAgent #canadiantravelagent
Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 700 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls 25 minute news recap then we get to My Mom for Mothers Day Chatter and at 35 mins Christopher Reddy is a leader in the study of marine pollution and the development of environmentally friendly industrial chemicals. A senior scientist in the Department of Marine Chemistry and Geochemistry at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and faculty member of the MIT/WHOI joint program in oceanography, Reddy has led numerous field operations along coastlines, in the open ocean, and at the bottom of the sea to conduct transformative research that crosses disciplines and guides policy decisions worldwide. When trains derail and spew toxic chemicals into the air, or when the ocean catches fire, the public needs to hear from scientists. And yet, after years of vaccine and climate change denial, fewer than 30% of Americans report having a great deal of confidence that scientists act in the public's best interests. In his new book SCIENCE COMMUNICATION IN A CRISIS: An Insider's Guide (Routledge; May 10, 2023), scientist Christopher M. Reddy offers his hard-won advice from decades on the front lines of environmental disasters. In this accessible and precise guide, Reddy reveals how anyone who needs to clearly and concisely convey their expertise can navigate the maze of competing interests during high-pressure situations to deliver trustworthy and actionable information. Through multiple high-profile case studies—including the Deepwater Horizon and North Cape oil spills—Reddy unpacks ten specific challenges scientists face when interacting with the public and the media. His aim is not to explain how to ace an interview or craft a sound bite, but rather to offer a clear pathway to effective and collaborative communication when multiple groups are involved. There are the responders, people affected by the event, the media, policymakers, industry, concerned citizens and organizations; each category has its own goals, needs, and challenges, which scientists must understand in order to navigate them. As we face increasingly frequent and devastating climate disasters, with the ever-present risk of another pandemic, and as the spread of misinformation is turbocharged by AI, Chris Reddy's perspective could not be more vital. The Stand Up Community Chat is always active with other Stand Up Subscribers on the Discord Platform. Join us Thursday's at 8EST for our Weekly Happy Hour Hangout! Email Pete StandUpwithPete@gmail.com Pete on YouTube Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll Follow and Support Pete Coe
Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Guillaume from Oceania Cruises for this week's cruise chat. . Oceania Vista is coming soon we discussed the inaugural cruises and where she is headed on all her new voyages. This ship is out of this world! This is one of two brand-new ships coming to Oceania. The next ship, Allura, and she will launch in 2025. . Riveria and Marina just came out of a full refurbishment. They are spectacular! The refurbishment was right down to the studs!! That is a 100% overhaul! The new colors in the staterooms and the design is spectacular. I just love the serene colors while you view the ocean. The rooms are designed to look just like your home. They are comfortable and designed with a homey living room right down to a fireplace mantle. I feel that everyone will feel right at home and that you will want to keep coming back. . We then chatted about the cruise that I am going on next summer. I am cruising with Oceania for 11 days starting on July 26th This is something that has been on my bucket list for a long time! I have wanted to go above the arctic circle. This Norway cruise does just that. Legends of Norway, from Copenhagen, Denmark, to Tromso, Norway. With port stops in: Copenhagen, Denmark Oslo, Norway Kristiansand, Norway Bergen, Norway Cruising the Norwegian Sea Leknes (Lofoten Islands) Harstad, Norway Alta, Norway North Cape (Honningsvag), Norway Hammerfest, Norway Tromso, Norway . This itinerary is chasing the midnight sun! We are very close to 24 Sunshine at this time of year. That is going to be great! . The views from your balcony of the Marnia will be spectacular. We will pass Norwegian Fjords, see glacier waterfalls and have panoramic views of mountains, and we will breathe in the crisp clean air on our balcony Join me as we embark on an unforgettable Oceania Cruises Norwegian adventure, starting from the vibrant city of Copenhagen and venturing all the way up to the stunning destinations of Tromso and the North Cape. Our cruise begins in the enchanting Danish capital, Copenhagen, where we explore its charming streets, historic landmarks, and world-renowned attractions. From the colorful Nyhavn Harbor to the iconic Little Mermaid statue, Copenhagen sets the stage for an incredible voyage ahead. As we set sail on our luxurious Oceania Cruises ship, get ready to be pampered with exceptional service, exquisite cuisine, and top-notch amenities. With Oceania Cruises' commitment to providing an unparalleled travel experience, you can relax and indulge in the finest comforts throughout your journey. As we cruise northward, the awe-inspiring landscapes of Norway unfold before our eyes—Marvel at the majestic fjords, towering cliffs, and cascading waterfalls that adorn the Norwegian coastline. Our ship glides through pristine waters, offering stunning panoramic views and the opportunity to witness nature's grandeur at its finest. . Join us as we set sail on this once-in-a-lifetime journey from Copenhagen to Tromso and see views of the North Cape. . Get ready for a visual feast of breathtaking landscapes, cultural encounters, and unforgettable moments. Bon voyage! . If you want to learn more about Oceania Cruises or any other cruise lines I have met with. . Please get in touch with me at info@PlentyofSunshineTravel.com. You can also fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you. . Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to make sure you don't miss any of our upcoming cruise videos . If you want to see the images on this week's episode, click HERE to see our YouTube Channel . Search #PlentyofSunshineTravel on Facebook or Instagram to see our posts. . . . #Oceania #OceaniaCruises #Chasingthemidnightsun #ExploreNorway #OceaniaTravelAgent #travelagent #CruiseSpecialist #Cruise #CruiseGuru #TravelAgent #canadiantravelagent .
Introducing episode 139 In Ep139, you may be mistaken for thinking this episode is sponsored by Cunard, but no… no sponsors this week… its just the way this weeks news landed. Chris challenges Baz once again in Fact or Fiction. And Baz loses hi shi# Enjoy the show.Image Credit: Queene Anne. Float Out. ©Christopher Ison PhotographySupport the showListen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXSustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhRun for a Reason – This year Chris will Run for a Reason, raising money for the Type 1 Diabetes Family Centre. The Family Centre is a unique WA based home away from home for people with type 1. The team work alongside people living with type 1 diabetes, to support them to live a full and rewarding life. Donations can be made here: https://lnkd.in/gjs7jXXjCruise newsCoronation Celebrations at Sea On Board Cunard's Three QueensCunard joins the nation in celebrating the historic coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort with a range of coronation-themed activities planned on all three of its Queens.From street parties in the majestic Grand Lobby to themed musical performances, films and quizzes, guests on board Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth will be able to truly immerse themselves in the regal festivities.An exclusive Coronation dinner menu has been created for the evening of Saturday 6 May, inspired by King Charles' love of farming, agriculture, game, and organic principles. It features a selection of specially curated dishes showcasing some of his favourite ingredients, to create a meal that perfectly commemorates this auspicious occasion.Specially designed cocktails will be available to toast Their Majesties The King and The Queen Consort, including a “Coronation Oath” made with Prosecco, White Vermouth, Grapefruit and Cardamom Bitters and a “Monarch Martini” using Cunard's 3 Queens Gin.All three ships will be at sea for the big day and will broadcast the ceremony live from Westminster Abbey into the ships' Royal Court Theatres and stateroom TVs. Queen Elizabeth guests will be just starting their nine-night tour of Southern Japan and Taiwan, visiting the stunningly beautiful island of Hualien and the idyllic tropical paradise of Miyakojima, while Queen Victoria will be returning from a 12-night voyage around the Canary Islands.A brand-new Coronation Celebration voyage was announced earlier this week, seeing Queen Mary 2 sail round-trip from Southampton on 2 May to Cunard's spiritual home port, Liverpool.Cunard's world-renowned Insights programme across the fleet will feature royal commentator Dickie Arbiter, historian Caroline Aston and etiquette expert Grant Harrold.Each ship will also host a deck walk in honour of The Big Help Out on Monday 8 May to raise money for youth charity The Prince's Trust, a proud partner of Cunard's for the past 15 years since the Queen Consort was named as godmother to Queen Victoria in 2007. This significant milestone will be celebrated on a special British Isles voyage in August. To date, thanks to the generosity of guests, crew and friends, Cunard has raised over £2.7 million for the Trust. The charity helps young people who have faced disadvantage and adversity to build a better future for themselves, through employment, education and enterprise.Cunard's royal connections date back to August 1861, when Prince Alfred sailed from Halifax to Liverpool on Cunard's SS Arabia. More recently, Cunard is immensely proud that members of the royal family have graced each of the ships in its fleet.Swan Hellenic's third and largest ship, SH Diana, sets sail for Arctic following Amsterdam Naming Ceremony CelebrationsThe cultural expedition cruise pioneer's third purpose-designed expedition cruise ship is now on her way to Tromsø for an 11-day cruise of fjord exploration that opens her Arctic season before she voyages worldwideOn the 4th of May 2023, Swan Hellenic announced that the Naming Ceremony of its third ice-class cultural expedition cruise ship, SH Diana, had taken place in Amsterdam.The purpose-designed new vessel was named by luxury travel visionary and icon Valerie Ann Wilson, Founder and CEO of Valerie Wilson Travel, in the presence of Swan Hellenic Senior Management, local dignitaries, VIP guests, the media and members of the cruise and travel industries from around the world.Silver Nova Floats Out: 12th Silversea Ship Nears Completion at Meyer WerftSilversea Cruises and the Meyer Werft shipyard celebrated the float out of the new ship Silver Nova℠ in Papenburg, Germany, on April 28, 2023. After water had filled the drydock, tugboats manoeuvred the vessel from one of the world's largest enclosed construction halls into the adjacent harbour. Set to become the 12th ship in the leading ultra-luxury cruise line's fleet when she launches in summer 2023, Silver Nova will be the most environmentally conscious ultra-luxury cruise ship ever built.Excitement ran high among onlookers at the Meyer Werft shipyard as the construction hall's doors parted ahead of the ship's repositioning. In a matter of hours, Silver Nova was positioned alongside the pier in the neighbouring harbour basin, where the fitting out phase will continue. Commemorating the important milestone and in observance of shipbuilding traditions, Captain Cosimo Pontillo welded a special coin to a wall on the pool deck, which will remain visible to the ship's future guests as a symbol of good luck. Meyer Werft's skilled craftspeople cleaned the ship's hull, attached her funnel, and installed her LNG and radar masts. Unique to the Meyer Werft shipyard, Silver Nova's next journey—scheduled for the end of May—will entail a conveyance of 32km (approximately 20 miles) down the narrow Ems River to the sea.Currently under construction in Papenburg as the first of two Nova class ships, the 728-guest Silver Nova is set to become the most sustainable ultra-luxury ship ever launched when she joins Silversea's fleet in summer 2023. Silver Nova will represent the next iteration of Silversea's unique take on luxury, with the largest choice of bars, restaurants, and lounges in ultra-luxury cruising; some of the most spacious guest suites at sea; and a range of innovative features—including an asymmetrical design and horizontal layout—that are unprecedented for the leading ultra-luxury cruise line.Cunard Celebrates The Float Out of Queen Anne4 May 2023 –the world's most iconic luxury cruise brand celebrated a momentous construction milestone today with the float out of Queen Anne at the Fincantieri Marghera shipyard in Venice, Italy.The 249th ship to sail under the Cunard flag, Queen Anne officially touched water for the first time exactly 365 days before she will set sail on her maiden voyage to Lisbon on 3 May 2024.Steeped in tradition, the float out is marked by a special ceremony where a ‘Madrina' is named to offer blessings and best wishes for the ship, celebrating the flow of water into the ship's dry dock.The float out, completes the first comprehensive phase of construction for Queen Anne, which now transitions to focus on building the luxury ship's interiors.Queen AnneThe design concepts for Cunard's newest ship have been founded on heritage, craftmanship, style, storytelling, and innovation, and the 113,000-ton, 3,000-guest Queen Anne, which spans 14 decks, will offer travellers several breath-taking moments, including the largest curated art collection at sea.For more than 180 years, Cunard has constantly refined the definitive experience of ocean travel, and Queen Anne will be bursting with Cunard's signature experiences, including world-class dining, exceptional entertainment, and luxurious accommodation.Entering service in May 2024, Queen Anne will make up a remarkable quartet for Cunard alongside Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, and Queen Elizabeth. It will be the first time since 1999 that Cunard will have four ships in simultaneous service.The float out ceremony follows September's iconic keel laying, in which a coin was embedded into the ship's keel by Captain Inger Thorhauge, alongside an original coin from the ship's namesake's reign, to mark the formal start of her construction.Holland America Line Announces First Grand Voyage ‘Pole-to-Pole' Cruise Roundtrip from the U.S.Holland America Line will sail what is believed to be the first ever Grand Voyage “Pole-to-Pole” roundtrip from the United States in 2025. Details of the new 133-day sailing along with a simultaneous 124-day 2025 Grand World Voyage. With the Grand Voyage: Pole-to-Pole and Grand World Voyage both departing in January 2025, this will be the first time that Holland America Line is offering two Grand Voyages of more than 120 days simultaneously. The Grand Voyage: Pole-to-Pole aboard Volendam enables cruisers to visit five continents on a journey that travels south-to-north, while the Grand World Voyage aboard Zuiderdam covers six continents on an east-to-west route, each conveniently sailing roundtrip from a U.S. homeport.2025 Grand Voyage: Pole-to-Pole Highlights — Volendam133 days. Departing Jan. 25, 2025, roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale.Follows a south-north-south route through the Panama Canal, down along the west coast of South America to Antarctica, then up along Argentina and Brazil to the heart of the Amazon River. The ship then crosses the Atlantic Ocean to Africa, sails north to Europe and up to the North Cape before heading west across the northern Atlantic Ocean via Iceland and Greenland, and finally down the eastern shores of North America.Pole to Pole: Down south Volendam spends four days of scenic cruising in Antarctica and up north the ship crosses the Artic Circle to the North Cape.68 total ports across five continents and 28 countries.8 overnight calls: Fuerte Amador, Panama; Callao (Lima), Peru; Buenos, Aires, Argentina; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Barcelona, Spain; Lisbon, Portugal; and Reykjavik, Iceland.Memorable Moments: Panama Canal transit, Cape Horn, Antarctica, Falkland Islands, exploring the Amazon River, Strait of Gibraltar, Norwegian fjords, North Cape, Iceland and Greenland.2025 Grand World Voyage Highlights — Zuiderdam124 days. Departing Jan. 4, 2025, roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale.Transits the Panama Canal and makes way to Easter Island before crossing the South Pacific to Australia. Explores the Great Barrier Reef en route to Indonesia and Sri Lanka, then sails south to Cape Town, South Africa, by way of the Seychelles, back up along the eastern coast of Africa, through the Suez Canal to Portugal before crossing the Atlantic Ocean.46 total ports in 32 countries across six continents.9 overnight calls: Callao (two nights); Easter Island; Papeete, Tahiti; Sydney, Australia; Singapore; Cape Town; Mombasa, Kenya; Safaga, Egypt; and Barcelona.7 late-night departures: Manta, Ecuador; Seychelles; Cape Town and Durban, South Africa; Aqaba, Jordan; Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy; and Gibraltar, U.K.Memorable Moments: Panama Canal transit, two nights at Callao allowing time to visit Machu Picchu, Easter Island, scenic cruising in the Great Barrier Reef, two full days in Cape Town, the opportunity to visit Petra from Jordan and experience Luxor from Safaga.Grand Rendezvous in BarcelonaOn April 24, 2025, Volendam and Zuiderdam will meet in Barcelona, Spain, for a joint overnight call, bringing the two Grand Voyages together for a celebration. Special festivities involving both ships will mark the occasion of the perfectly planned dual visit.Carnival will transport 3m passengers to Mexico this year Carnival Cruise Line is marking this Cinco de Mayo by highlighting that it expects more than three million guests to sail to Mexican ports this year on its ships, with projections growing to 3.5 million by 2024. Cozumel is Carnival's most popular destination in Mexico, with an estimated 1.6 million guests visiting the port this year. Additional ports in Mexico that Carnival ships visit regularly include: Progreso, Costa Maya, Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada and Mazatlan.Carnival offers various tours and excursions across Mexico. Here are five experiences that are among the most enjoyed by Carnival guests in the cruise line's most popular Mexican destination of Cozumel.Five Experiences Popular Among Carnival Guests Visiting CozumelAncient City of Tulum. This tour brings guests to the ancient Mayan paradise kingdom of Tulum. Guests learn the history of Mayan culture and see a former Mayan trade site that stands atop a cliff. A guided tour explores the main temples of “El Castillo,” the Temple of the Descendent God, the Maya Water Temple, and the Temple of the Frescoes.Adventure Jeep, Snorkel & Anemona Beach Club: The natural beauty of Mexico's east coast is on full display during this tour. Punta Sur Ecological Park is the largest nature reserve in Cozumel. It includes Anemona de Mar Beach Club, one of the most exclusive, secluded and untouched beaches located in the natural reserve as well as a visit to the Celarain Lighthouse – a picturesque place that provides the perfect backdrop for a tequila tasting session.Tabasco's Chef Maestro, Cooking & Tasting: Guests learn the secrets of traditional Mexican regional cuisine as they prepare a delicious three-course meal under the guidance of a master chef. Along with the meal, guests also learn how to prepare a perfect margarita.Amazing Secret River: One of the Cozumel region's most unique natural treasures is a series of caverns connected by underground waterways called the Rio Secreto Natural Reserve. Guests are guided through a subterranean world to marvel at natural formations as they wade through the many caverns and swim in the crystal-clear cenote.Xcaret Park: Thanks to its privileged location next to the Caribbean Sea in the Mayan jungle among underground rivers and cenotes, Xcaret Park offers a wide variety of different activities for guests to enjoy. From the aviary that provides sanctuary to more than 1,500 native birds to the underground Blue, Manatee and Mayan rivers and the aquarium that showcases the richness of Mexico's coral reefs, Xcaret Park and attractions honor Mexico's natural wonders and the wildlife that inhabit them.Carnival Venezia receives iconic livery with a twistWith the debut of Carnival Cruise Line's “Fun Italian Style” offering only weeks away, Carnival Venezia is showing off her new hull livery, but with a nod to the ship's Costa Cruises roots, the red stripe on the hull has been painted yellow and will correspond with the yellow on the ship's funnel.The unique take on the Carnival livery is just the beginning of what the ship holds in store for its guests, who will experience fun influenced by the ship's Italian design with the same warm hospitality Carnival is known for fleetwide.Once Carnival Venezia's enhancement project is completed in Spain, the ship will embark guests on a 15-day Carnival Journeys transatlantic sailing May 29, 2023 from Barcelona and arrive to her new home at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal in New York City. The ship's first cruise from New York – a four-day cruise to Bermuda – is set for June 15, 2023.The ship accommodates more than 5,000 guests and will offer 10 different cruise durations and 22 unique itineraries featuring visits to 25 ports across 14 countries.Viking doubles capacity for second season in North America's Great LakesThe Viking Polaris Makes Her Great Lakes Debut in Toronto, Joining the Viking OctantisViking today is celebrating the start of its second season in the Great Lakes, as the new purpose-built Viking Polaris arrived in Toronto for her first port of call in the region. The Viking Polaris joins her identical sister ship, the Viking Octantis, which began sailing in the Great Lakes for the 2022 season and returned to the region in April 2023. With two 378-guest expedition vessels now in the region, Viking has doubled its capacity in the Great Lakes for 2023. The ships will remain in the Great Lakes through September 2023, sailing all five lakes and a variety of itineraries that operate between Toronto and Duluth.AIDA Cruises expands the use of shore powerThanks to the growing shore power infrastructure in Northern Europe, AIDA Cruises has reached another milestone on its decarbonization path. With AIDAsol, the first cruise ship in the AIDA fleet could already be connected to shore-side facilities in four out of five ports during its voyage from April 16 to 21, 2023, in Rostock-Warnemünde, Aarhus (Denmark), Kristiansand (Norway) and Hamburg.AIDAsol's voyage started with a premiere in Rostock-Warnemünde last Sunday, April 16, 2023. During a double call, AIDAmar and AIDAsol were the first two cruise ships to be supplied simultaneously with green energy on the same day in a German port.Another premiere followed just one day later: In Aarhus, Denmark, AIDAsol was the first cruise ship to conduct shore-side and shipboard integration tests on the newly built facility. The official opening of Denmark's first shore power plant for cruise ships is scheduled for later this year.Also during the voyage, AIDAsol was successfully supplied with energy from shore during its stop in Kristiansand, Norway, as it was already in 2022.This Friday morning, AIDAsol arrived in Hamburg, her home port for this year's summer season. 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Episode 134In Episode 134, Loosing my SH&# returns, Chris joins the show from QM2 in Adelaide with a bumper edition of cruise news & Fact or Fiction. Garry S in Sydney shares images of QM2 and MSC Magnifica in Sydney Harbour.QM2 - Garry Stafford 2QM2 - Garry StaffordMSC Magnifica 2 - Garry SMSC Magnifica - Garry SSupport the showListen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXSustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhRun for a Reason – This year Chris will Run for a Reason, raising money for the Type 1 Diabetes Family Centre. 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Donations can be made here: https://lnkd.in/gjs7jXXjCruise NewsCosta Celebrates 75th AniversaryOne year on: Australian cruise renaissance gathers paceMarch 15, 2023 – More than 40 international cruise ships have returned to local waters in the year since Australia's cruise suspension was lifted, reviving an industry worth billions of dollars a year to communities around the country.Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) said today Australia had undergone a cruising renaissance over the summer peak season and was on track to return to pre-pandemic prosperity by the end of the year.The Australian Government announced on March 15 last year it would not renew its national cruise suspension, paving the way for ships to return in a carefully managed revival that began initially with short domestic itineraries in May 2022.Australia has traditionally been one of the world's most passionate cruise markets. In 2019 more than 1.2 million Australians took an ocean cruise, representing 4.8% per cent of the population or almost one in 20 Australians.Costa Celebrates 75th Anniversary On 31 March 2023 Costa Cruises celebrates its 75th anniversary. On that day, 75 years ago in 1948, the “Anna C”, the first passenger ship of the fleet, departed from Genoa bound for Buenos Aires, with 768 guests on board.A historic moment, which started the great success of Costa cruises. Over all these years, day after day, Costa Cruises has taken millions of guests around the world, sharing the happy and unforgettable moments of their holidays.To celebrate this important anniversary together, Costa Cruises has come up with a unique initiative: 75 cruises at a special price, available until April, with different dates depending on the markets, to sail throughout the year, from early spring to autumn, to discover incredible destinations in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.Ships and itineraries of the 75th anniversary cruisesCosta Smeralda, Costa Toscana and Costa Diadema will offer week-long cruises in the Western Mediterranean, discovering the most beautiful destinations in Italy, France and Spain.In the eastern Mediterranean Costa Deliziosa will visit Marghera/Venice, Katakolon/Olympia (Greece), Mykonos (Greece) Santorini (Greece) and Bari, while during the summer Costa Pacifica will visit Taranto, Catania, Malta, Mykonos and Santorini. Both itineraries are one week long.During this summer, the Costa Fortuna will offer a never-before-seen 14-day itinerary between the Greek islands and the Balearic Islands, with Savona, Civitavecchia/Rome, Messina, four magnificent Greek islands, such as Crete (with a call at Heraklion), Rhodes, Mykonos, Santorini, Kefalonia (with a call at Argostoli), Palma de Mallorca, in the Balearic Islands, and then Barcelona and Marseille.From May to September, cruises in Northern Europe will also be available. The Costa Fascinosa will offer 12-day itineraries to the North Cape, or nine-day cruises to the most beautiful cities in the Baltic; the Costa Favolosa will visit Iceland, the Lofoten Islands, Greenland, a new destination for this summer, or Great Britain and Ireland; the Costa Firenze will offer one-week cruises in the Fjords.Celebrity Cruises brings world's fastest growing sport, pickleball, to the high seasGet your game face on, because the world's fastest growing sport, pickleball, is coming to the world's greatest cruise line, Celebrity Cruises, with new courts added to nine ships* in the Celebrity fleet, including Celebrity Eclipse which is currently cruising Australia and New Zealand.A hybrid of tennis, badminton and ping-pong, pickleball has been embraced by celebrities and athletes around the world, including Nick Kyrgios, Naomi Osaka and even LeBron James. Having officially made its way to Aussie shores in 2020 with the establishment of the Pickleball Australia Association (PAA), the sport has taken off, with membership to the PAA surging to 5,000+ members in just over two years. Jen Ramamurthy, director of the PAA estimates 15,000 people are now playing pickleball across the country – with numbers continuing to skyrocket!Whether a first-time player or an avid pro, travellers can now enjoy open-air courts and panoramic ocean views on participating Celebrity Cruises ships. Guests can either play at their leisure, or as part of an organised event or tournament led by the ship's activities team.*The nine Celebrity Cruises' ships now offering pickleball include: two Edge Series ships – Celebrity Beyond and Celebrity Apex; plus Celebrity Constellation, Celebrity Eclipse, Celebrity Equinox, Celebrity Infinity, Celebrity Millennium, Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Summit.Celebrity Cruises Launches New Inspirational Content Series, ‘The Tangerine Table'Celebrity Cruises, is launching a new content series spotlighting a wide range of game-changing leaders and crew members across its fleet, diving into their real life stories and their extraordinary achievements.Called “The Tangerine Table, ” each 10-minute episode will feature a small group of Celebrity officers or crew sharing their career journeys, the people and places that have inspired them along the way, and their lives at sea. The series name is a nod to the striking colour of The Magic Carpet®, an engineering feat soaring cantilevered above the sea on Celebrity's industry-transforming Edge® Series ships and considered one of the greatest innovations in the cruise industry.The first episode out today honours International Women's Day with an encouraging “SEA it to BE it” message from the groundbreaking women aboard the line's flagship Celebrity Beyond, including: Captain Kate McCue, the first and only American female captain of a cruise ship and the world's most-followed mariner on social media;First Officer Elizabeth Marami, Kenya's first female marine pilot and first licensed Chief Officer, Navigation.Executive Pastry Chef Atziri Chavez – a Mexican-born talented master of the culinary arts who proudly boasts her well-deserved black scarf;Jelena Vukelic, a Serbian-born wine expert that serves as the ship's Cellar Master.Viewers can tune into the conversation and watch full episodes on both YouTube and Facebook, while also seeing short and impactful clips on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.Carnival – Alcohol Alternative CocktailsCarnival Cruise Line is mixing some of its most popular cocktails as delicious alcohol-free alternatives. Guest-favorite drinks from the mixologists at Carnival's ever-popular Alchemy Bar are now available with non-alcoholic spirits produced by industry-leading distiller Lyre's, making Carnival the first cruise line to offer a full range of alcohol-free cocktails.“Our new partnership with Lyre's gives guests who want non-alcoholic cocktails the best options at sea. We've seen popularity for non-alcoholic cocktails grow rapidly, so to meet that trend, our mixologists have been working to craft alternative versions of our most popular cocktails with none of the alcohol, but all the flavour,” said Zachary Sulkes, Carnival's senior director of beverage operations.Lyre's is the world's most awarded line of non-alcoholic spirits and a global leader in the emerging segment. The company uses all-natural flavours, including essences, extracts and distillates, to match the aroma, taste and appearance you find within time-tested classics.Seven Popular Alchemy Bar Cocktails Recreated with Lyre's:Martini Seduction: Red passion fruit nectar, fresh lime juice and a hint of orange mix with Lyre's White Cane instead of vodka to create this swoon-worthy drink.Spicy Chipotle Pineapple Martini: Lyre's Agave Blanco stands in for vodka to bring this spicy, pineapple cocktail into its non-alcoholic form.The Remedy: Orange juice, pineapple and fresh lime juice are mixed with Lyre's White Cane and Spiced Cane instead of dark and coconut rum.Hearts of Fire: This award-winning concoction featuring fresh thyme and raspberries is re-imagined with Lyre's Dry London instead of gin.Restorative Basil Drop: Lyre's Dry London is mixed with fresh basil and citrus to stimulate and restore the senses.The Perfect Storm: This invigorating boost features strawberry puree, fresh lime and a hit of rosemary and Lyre's Dry London instead of vodka.Cucumber Sunrise: Another award-winning favorite among Carnival guests delivers the same light and delicious flavour with watermelon nectar, cucumber, lime juice and a splash of orange juice mixed with Lyre's Agave Blanco instead of vodka.Windstar Cruises Announces New Whole-Food, Plant-Based MenuWindstar Cruises has partnered with the National Health Association (NHA) to create a new vegan menu on board all six of the small ship line's yachts. The offerings are not only plant-based but also prepared without added salt, oil, and sugar and are gluten-free.Windstar has begun training its culinary team on the new menu and plans to roll out the program fleetwide in June. Vegetarian options, as well as the line's existing omnivore menu items, will continue to be served as usual. Sample dishes from the new menu include:Daily Smoothies at BreakfastRoasted Butternut Squash Velouté with Baked Pumpkin SeedsBaked Cauliflower Croquettes with Salsa Verde and Sautéed SpinachPenne Rigate Pasta, with Crisp Vegetables and Espelette Pepper SauceVeggie Enchiladas with Black Bean & Cilantro SauceChia Seed Truffles with Dates & Coconut SauceTahini Brownies with Fresh StrawberriesThe menu evolved out of hosting several plant-based groups, which have grown significantly in popularity since the start of the pandemic. Lisa McCarl, a former open heart recovery nurse turned travel advisor, has booked several plant-based groups on Windstar and says there is a huge demand for healthy travel options.Holland America Line Introduces New Category of Extended Destination-in-Depth VoyagesHolland America Line is globally recognized as an expert in longer voyages, and to commemorate its historic 150th Anniversary in 2023 the cruise line is introducing extended Legendary Voyages. These lengthier cruises, which range from 25 to 59 days, combine the ceremony of Holland America Line's Grand Voyages with itineraries that feature a comprehensive collection of ports that enrich the experience in each destination.Highlights of Legendary Voyages:Three Legendary Voyages are NEW itineraries for Holland America Line:The previously announced 28-day “Arctic Circle Solstice” that heads north to the Arctic Circle and features 11 calls in Alaska, including lesser-visited ports like Nome and Homer.53-day “Majestic Japan” with 21 total ports, 13 calls throughout Japan and overnights at Yokohama (Tokyo) and Kobe.28-Day “Coral Triangle, Volcanoes and The Great Barrier Reef” that explores 10 ports in five countries, with scenic cruising in the famed Great Barrier Reef, Torres Strait, and past the Kumba and Krakatau volcanoes.Destination-rich itineraries focus on a singular region, visiting some of the most unique ports while offering guests an in-depth exploration.Guests will enjoy the “best of” Grand Voyages on-board programming to further enhance each Legendary Voyage with experiences such as iconic theme parties memorable sailaways and classic cruise activities.Shipboard programming is specially curated to share insights into the history and culture of the destinations visited.Guests have more time in port to experience the nightlife with overnight stays in marquee ports including Anchorage, Alaska; Hobart, Tasmania; Honolulu, Hawaii; Manaus, Brazil; Moorea, French Polynesia; Papeete, Tahiti; Reykjavík, Iceland; and Yokohama (Tokyo) and Kobe, Japan.Holland America Line's Legendary Voyages:56-Day or 51-day “Tales of the South Pacific” departing Sept. 27 or Oct. 2, 2023, respectively, aboard Volendam. The 56-day is from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, to San Diego, California; the 51-day is roundtrip from San Diego.34-Day “South Pacific Crossing” departing Oct. 8, 2023, aboard Noordam. From San Diego to Sydney, Australia.28-Day “Amazon Explorer” departing Feb. 17, 2024, aboard Zaandam. Roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.35-Day “Hawaii, Tahiti and Marquesas” departing Feb. 17, 2024, aboard Koningsdam. Roundtrip from San Diego.25-Day “South Pacific Crossing” departing April 6, 2024, aboard Noordam. From Sydney to Vancouver.28-Day “Arctic Circle Solstice” departing June 9, 2024, aboard Westerdam. Roundtrip from Seattle, Washington.35-Day “Voyage of the Vikings” departing July 20, 2024, aboard Zuiderdam. Roundtrip from Boston, Massachusetts.53- or 52-Day “Majestic Japan” departing Sept. 1 or 2, 2024, aboard Westerdam. The 53-day is roundtrip from Seattle; the 52-day is Vancouver to Seattle.56- or 51-Day “Tales of the South Pacific” departing Sept. 25 or 30, 2024, aboard Zaandam. The 56-day is from Vancouver to San Diego; the 51-day is roundtrip from San Diego.35-Day “Australia Circumnavigation” departing Nov. 17, 2024, aboard Westerdam. Roundtrip from Sydney.28-Day “Coral Triangle, Volcanoes and The Great Barrier Reef” departing Jan. 5, 2025, aboard Noordam. Roundtrip from Singapore.27-Day “Amazon Explorer” departing Feb. 8, 2025, aboard Zaandam. Roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale.35-Day “Hawaii, Tahiti and Marquesas” departing Feb. 15, 2025, aboard Koningsdam. Roundtrip from San Diego.29-Day “South Pacific Crossing” departing March 30, 2025, aboard Westerdam. From Sydney to Vancouver.Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils brand new programme of sailing for 2024/25Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled a brand new programme of cruising for 2024/25, featuring a host of specially-timed sailings to coincide with natural wonders and destination events, chances to encounter native wildlife and uncover rich and vibrant histories across the planet.The new programme, unveiled on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' website this morning, includes opportunities to follow natural bird migrations, witness meteor showers, experience the world's second largest carnival, and the chance to spot wild polar bears with a specially-planned scenic diversion away from the well-sailed route.For the first time since 2019, the new programme also features an 11-night Mystery Cruise setting sail from Southampton in November 2024 – with guests able to follow in the footsteps of explorers, navigators and seafarers as they guess their next port of call.Continuing their commitment to sailing from regional UK ports, Fred. Olsen will offer departures from Liverpool, Newcastle, Rosyth, Dover, Southampton and Portsmouth in 2024 and 2025.Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils brand new 82-night ‘Discovering Asia with the Holi Festival' Grand VoyageFred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled a brand new 82-night Grand Voyage, offering the chance to discover the culture-rich lands of Asia on a journey timed specially to coincide with the Holi Festival.The sailing, aboard Fred. Olsen's smaller-sized Balmoral, features calls into Myanmar and Cambodia, known for their ancient civilisations and rich histories, where guests can explore the temples of Angkor Wat from Siem Reap, the largest religious monument in the world, and Myanmar's ancient city of Bagan.Wildlife lovers will have the chance to spot endemic species in Borneo, home to proboscis monkeys, or visit Sri Lanka's Udawalawa Elephant Park, while those with a passion for wartime history can discover the Củ Chi tunnels, an extensive network of underground tunnels, in a call into Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City.An undoubted highlight will be time spent in India, where Chennai will act as the gateway to the ancient monuments and temples of Mahabalipuram, created by the Pallava dynasty, while time in Mumbai will allow those joining the cruise to experience the annual Hindu Holi Festival or immerse themselves in the local way of life by assisting busy dabbawallas delivering lunches across the city.What is more, in addition to the host of experiences on-board and ashore, guests who book to join this Grand Voyage can enjoy up to £500 per person to spend aboard Balmoral, plus free door-to-door transfers within 250 UK mainland miles to the port.Balmoral's 82-night L2502 ‘Discovering Asia with the Holi Festival' cruise, departing from Southampton on 18th January 2025.Itinerary: Southampton, England – Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Cruising Grand Harbour, Valletta – Valletta, Malta – Alexandria, Egypt (overnight stay) – Cruising Suez Canal – Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt – Safaga, Egypt – Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – Colombo, Sri Lanka – Hambantota, Sri Lanka – Port Klang (for Kuala Lumpur), Malaysia – Kota Kinabalu, Borneo – Muara, Brunei Darussalam – Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam – Sihanoukville, Cambodia – Singapore, Singapore – Yangon, Myanmar (overnight stay) – Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India – Kochi, Kerala, India – Mumbai, India (overnight stay) – Muscat, Oman – Salalah, Oman – Aqaba, Jordan – Cruising Suez Canal – Asdod, Israel – Haifa, Israel – Heraklion, Crete – Catania, Sicily, Italy – Cartagena, Spain – Lisbon, Portugal – Cruising by Cristo Rei and Abril 25 Bridge – Cruising by Belém Tower & Discovery Monument, Lisbon, Portugal – Southampton, EnglandP&O's Pacific Partnership Program Sponsors First of its Kind Traineeship ProgramP&O Cruises Australia is delighted to announce it has partnered with Cruise Eden to sponsor a two-year School Based Traineeship (SBAT) in Certificate III Tourism. Tailored for cruise, the SBAT Programme is the first of its kind for an Australian regional port, and has been designed to create vocational employment and training pathways for young people in the South Coast region interested in a career in the Tourism industry.Practical training commenced this week when the program's first trainees – Year 11 students of Eden Marine High School, Keely Grebert and Ocea Thiedeman, boarded P&O's Pacific Adventure for a ship tour with the Captain during her port call to Eden.According to educator and Cruise Eden Manager, Debbie Meers, Keely and Ocea will be assisting the Cruise Eden with operations on cruise days, and training with other tourism businesses during the winter months to broaden their industry experience and knowledge.NCL Expands Exotics Itineraries in 2024/2025NCL Has announced new 2024/25 exotic itineraries, including the debut of Norwegian Spirit, Norwegian Sun and Norwegian Sky in Asia, and new ports of call to Manama, Bahrain; Rarotonga, Cook Islands; Sokhna, Egypt; and Akita, Japan. With this new season of itineraries from October 2024 through December 2025, NCL is expanding its voyages to Antarctica, South America, Africa, Asia, Middle East, Australia and New Zealand by 37%, and its Extraordinary Journeys – the Brand's collection of immersive and port-rich voyages – overall by 15%. This collection of itineraries only reaffirms the company's commitment to providing guests with carefully curated voyages to some of the most sought-after destinations in the world.NCL's maiden call to Bahrain, its first dedicated Middle East sailing – The Brand will offer a seven-day Middle East cruise on Norwegian Sun from Doha, Qatar to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) departing 12 April , 2025. An overnight stay in Abu Dhabi, UAE provides travellers with more time to explore the culturally rich destination. In addition, the open-jaw voyage includes visits to Dammam, Saudi Arabia; Manama, Bahrain – a first time visit for NCL; as well as Dubai and Sir Bani Yas, the largest natural island southwest of Abu Dhabi, UAE.Extraordinary Journeys – NCL's collection of immersive journeys that take guests to lesser-visited and once-in-a-lifetime destinations will include two new back-to-back voyages aboard Norwegian Sky. Departing December 2024, the vessel will offer a 16-day Africa sailing to Seychelles, Kenya, Tanzania, Oman and more during its voyage from Dubai, UAE to Mauritius. Immediately following, she will offer a 17-day sailing from Mauritius to Singapore with calls to Seychelles, Maldives and Zanzibar. On 19 April , 2025, Norwegian Sun will embark on a 16-day cruise from Dubai, UAE to Haifa, Israel featuring 10 ports of call, including Sokhna, Egypt – a brand-new port for NCL. Visiting Sokhna, Egypt allows for easier access to Cairo, where guests can explore the ancient Great Pyramids of Giza.Two NCL ships departing from Haifa, Israel – In November 2024, Norwegian Sky will sail a 16-day Middle East Extraordinary Journey from Haifa, Israel to Dubai, UAE, including the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for guests to transit the Suez Canal in Egypt. Guests can also choose from an 11-day Mediterranean cruise from Haifa, Israel to Istanbul, Turkey aboard Norwegian Sun. Departing 5 May , 2025, the voyage will call to sought-after destinations in Greece, Turkey and Egypt.Three NCL ships to Asia for the first time – As announced in NCL's APAC deployment release distributed earlier this week, Norwegian Sun and Norwegian Sky will debut in Asia, offering an extensive eight-month season from October 2024 through May 2025, sailing country-intensive voyages in the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia and Japan – including a collection of coveted Japanese spring cherry blossom and fall foliage itineraries. For the very first time, NCL will call to Akita, Japan during Norwegian Sun's 12-day roundtrip sailing from Tokyo, embarking on 23 October, 2024. Both ships will be joined in region by Norwegian Spirit, who will embark on a brand-new repositioning voyage from Australia to Asia on 7 December, 2024, followed by her first voyage in Asia on 21 December, 2024.Brand-new Australian itinerary – As announced earlier this week, Norwegian Spirit returns Down Under for her third season and launches a new 14-day open-jaw voyage from Sydney to Bali via the Queensland coast in December 2024. The voyage includes calls to Cairns and Darwin, Australia; as well as an overnight visit to Bali (Benoa), Indonesia, providing more time for cruisers to enjoy this exotic destination. In addition, the ship will make the Brand's first port of call to Rarotonga, Cook Islands in November 2025.Sun Princess Milestone: Float Out Ceremony Celebration for Next-Generation Ship in the FleetPrincess Cruises, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year, celebrated a momentous construction milestone with the float out of the cruise line's bespoke, next-generation ship – Sun Princess – at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy.Following the Italian shipyard's tradition, the float out is marked by a special ceremony where a “Madrina” is named to offer blessings and best wishes for the vessel, celebrating the flow of water into the ship's building dock. Princess Cruises Hotel General Manager Simona Stumberger was selected to serve in this special role as an ambassador for Princess, because she epitomizes professionalism and always delivers service with a smile.A native of Slovenia where Stumberger studied hospitality management, she began her career at sea in the bar department and further diversified her hotel experience by working in guest services, and hand in hand with the hotel and food and beverage divisions. Stumberger has been with Princess Cruises for nearly five years.The float out completes the first comprehensive phase of construction for Sun Princess which now transitions to focus on building the ship's interiors.The 175,500-ton, 4,300-guest Sun Princess will offer an array of exciting new dining, entertainment and activity offerings, as well as luxurious staterooms and suites across a broad spectrum of categories. The ship will be highlighted by amazing, never-before-seen spaces such as The Dome, a transformational entertainment venue inspired by the terraces of Santorini, the next-level, brand-iconic Piazza, and three-story Horizons Dining Room that are sure to have everyone talking.Cunard to Launch Silent Discos in Onboard NightclubsYou can dance, you can jive, and you can have the time of your life – in blissful silence – as Cunard is set to launch silent discos aboard its very own dancing Queens.The luxury cruise brand is world-renowned for its glamorous onboard entertainment, but lesser known is the fact that Cunard's Queens are home to some of the liveliest nightclubs at sea.And now, as music lovers across the globe celebrate International DJ Day on 9 March, Cunard has announced that it is introducing silent discos to its iconic late-night venues on selected evenings.The stunning G32 onboard Queen Mary 2 is the biggest of the fleet's nightclubs, which is where you'll find partygoers seeing out the evening in style to the sounds of a live DJ and resident party band.Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria, however, are home to the strikingly located Yacht Club, where, if you're looking for a night to remember, travellers dance the night away into the small hours.The introduction of silent discos to these venues is a modern twist on the more established late-night traditions of luxury cruise travel – and is another example of the many immersive onboard experiences offered by Cunard.The concept involves partygoers wearing wireless headphones and dancing to music that is only audible through the headphones. This creates a uniquely entrancing and customisable experience as guests control their own volume and switch between channels to hear different genres of music.This new offering also enables Cunard to take the nightclub proposition out of the main venues and into more unexpected places – transforming areas with parties in the Grand Lobby, on deck or other pop-up locations around the ship.And more...Join the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Guests: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg Chris's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficialListen & Subscribe: Amazon Podcasts: https://amzn.to/3w40cDcApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XvD7tF Audible: https://adbl.co/3nDvuNgCastbox: https://bit.ly/2xkGBEI Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2RuY04u I heart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3mVIEUASpotify: https://spoti.fi/3caCwl8 Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2JWE8Tz Pocket casts: https://bit.ly/2JY4J2M Tune in: https://bit.ly/2V0Jrrs Podcast Addict: https://bit.ly/2BF6LnE Hosted on Acast. 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One of the biggest news stories emerging in Northland over the past week has been a series of extremely divisive talks held opposing co-governance. At one of the meetings in Dargaville, police had to ask people to leave when arguments broke out. And there are more talks to come. Also Sam talks to Kathryn about the sudden liquidation of the company running a big-cat sanctuary and the risk of the animals being put down. And investigations are wrapping up one year on since the Enchanter fishing charter sank off North Cape.
In this episode of the podcast, I connect with Meaghan to talk about some of her 2022 cycling highlights, including the World 24-Hour Time Trial Championships, The trans Continental Race and Mallorca 312. Meaghan Hackinen is a bikepacker, writer and adventure seeker cyclist from Kelowna, BC, whose two-wheeled adventures have taken her from Haida Gwaii to Mexico's high plateaus, across Canada and the United States, and from North Cape to Tarifa along some of Europe's highest paved roads. She is a 4X Everester as well as wells as a Transcontinental Race, Trans Am Bike Race, NorthCape4000, Alberta-Rockies700, and Paris-Brest-Paris brevet finisher. Meaghan holds the women's FKT for The Big Lonely, BC Epic 1000, and World 24-Hour Time Trial Championships. Her debut travel memoir, South Away: The Pacific Coast on Two Wheels (NeWest Press, 2019) was shortlisted for two Canadian book awards; her upcoming memoir about competing in the Trans Am Bike Race is forthcoming from NeWest Press in late 2023.Meg is always a joy to talk with and I hope you enjoy this conversation.Save 15% at Redshift Sports when you use the code MB40Save 50% off your first month of coaching at Cycling 101 when you use the code MB40 at checkout.Save 25% at Dynamic Cyclist when you use the promo code MB40 at checkout.Thanks to Blivet Sports for their support.Visit Rollingdale CycleThanks to Ottalaus Inc. for their support.Thanks to Spandex Panda for their support.Thanks to Lakeside Bikes in Invermere for supporting me!
Meaghan is a Canadian writer and ultra-endurance cyclist whose two-wheeled adventures have taken her from Haida Gwaii to Mexico's high plateaus, across Canada and the United States, and from North Cape to Tarifa along some of Europe's highest paved roads. She is a Trans Am Bike Race, NorthCape4000, and Paris-Brest-Paris brevet finisher, as well as the 2019 24-Hour World Time Trial Champion and current course record holder in the women's division. In 2021, Meaghan took the overall win in the 2021 BC Epic 1000 and landed on the podium of the Alberta-Rockies 700. Her debut travel memoir, "South Away: The Pacific Coast on Two Wheels" (NeWest Press, 2019) was shortlisted for a two Canadian book awards. New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday at 7am UK time - Subscribe so you don't miss out. To support the mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Thank you. Show Notes Who is Meaghan Living in British Colombia, Canada Being on a journey of self discovery Her love of sports and competing Being into sports from a young age Her love of full contact sports Discovering more solo sports and getting into long distance cycling Structuring her life around the things that she loves The women who have inspired Meaghan Being inspired by Lael Wilcox Taking on the Trans Am Bike Race across America 2017 Having the courage to sign up for the race Training and getting strong for spending long days on the bike Getting her first Bivvy bag Getting prepared for the race Mental resilience and mental grit and the new lessons that have been learned Having fears and insecurities and being worried about the race Why showing up to the start line is a massive win Taking the pressure off and focusing on the fun Book: How bad do you want it?: Mastering the Psychology of Mind Over Muscle By Matt Fitzgerald Building up her own toolkit of resilience tips and tricks Dealing with sleep deprivation The balance between suffering and having fun How her training has evolved over the years Investing in an indoor smart trainer (Wahoo Kickr) Focusing on short intense indoor rides and long rides outside How many bikes?! Rest and recovery and injury prevention Getting into a good routine North Cape 4000 Race Setting goals and having a race strategy around sleeping for 4hrs each night Food and nutrition while on the bike Advice for women who want to sign up for a new challenge Having people around you who support you Magical moments and feelings of joy while cycling Connect with Meaghan Writing her book: South Away: The Pacific Coast on Two Wheels Plans for 2022 Her aim of being - consistently consistent Social Media Website www.meaghanhackinen.com Instagram @meaghanhackinen Facebook @meaghanhackinen Book: South Away: The Pacific Coast on Two Wheels *Shortlisted for the Sixth Annual Rakuten Kobo Emerging Writer Prize - Nonfiction Category & Shortlisted for Best Trade Non-Fiction at the 2020 Book Publishing Awards!
Show #1459 Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily, you trusted source of EV information. It's Sunday 8th May, it's Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to. ELECTRIC VW ID BUZZ STARTS AT 65,000 EUROS "The updated list of eligible electric vehicles published by the Federal Office of Economics and Export Control (Bafa) reveals something that VW only wanted to tell us at the start of sales: the price of the ID Buzz." "Bafa, which is responsible for promoting e-cars, gives the first ID Buzz Pro model available for sale with a net price of 54,270 euros. Plus the statutory sales tax, the Bully successor is around 64,580 euros and thus well above the 40,000 euro limit for the higher subsidy. The purchase bonus for the ID Buzz this year is still 7,500 euros, of which 2,500 euros from the manufacturer, so that customers have to spend around 57,080 euros on balance." "For the commercial offshoot, the ID Buzz Cargo, interested parties have to budget 45,740 euros net. With a premium, they come to a net purchase price of 38,240 euros. They get the sales tax back from the tax office anyway." Original Source: https://t3n.de/news/bafa-leak-vw-id-buzz-65000-1470726/ FORD THROWS SHADE AT TESLA WITH A NEW AD CELEBRATING WORKERS - It starts with a nice touch of snark. Footage is shown of a hand scrolling on a smartphone with the commentary, “Right now it could seem like the only people who matter are the loudest….” Who could they be thinking of? - Then, it continues— “Those who want to tear things down and then fly away on their personal spaceships when things get hard,” A video of a rocket taking lift off fills the screen. - The rest of the ad is dedicated to profiling the workers of Ford, profiling a culturally and gender diverse cohort of people working by their first name. The narrator says that Ford assembles more vehicles in the US than other car manufacturers, which means local jobs. - The narrator continues: “… we've got 182,000 people, and they're building.” and goes on further to conclude, “you might not know their names, but these people get up every day to move us all forward.” Original Source : https://thenextweb.com/news/ford-snarks-elon-musk-and-celebrates-their-workers HOT VOLKSWAGEN ID.3 GTX TO JOIN RANGE IN 2023 - Volkswagen has been tipped to spice up its ID.3 EV with a performance version that will become the brand's first all-electric hot hatchback. And now, we know when it'll arrive. - Speaking at the launch of the new ID.5 SUV in Austria, Volkswagen product line spokesperson Martin Hube noted that the ID.3 GTX's entry to the range will coincide with the ID.3's mid-life facelift. “Of course the project is progressing,” he said, adding, “[For the] ID.3 facelift…we will get some very interesting details and of course, we are convinced that customer's expectations for a bit more power, for all-wheel drive is there, and [the] customer's wish is what we have to fulfil.” - This means the ID.3 GTX won't be launched this year - we're not expecting a facelifted ID.3 until 2023 at the earliest. - likely that the ID.3 GTX will use the same twin-motor powertrain as the ID.4 GTX, producing 295bhp. In the smaller, lighter ID.3, the GTX will likely undercut the ID.4 GTX's 6.2-second 0-62mph time. · Original Source : https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/volkswagen/id3/355043/hot-volkswagen-id3-gtx-join-range-2023 TESLA OPENS MORE SUPERCHARGERS TO OTHERS - In Norway, Tesla has opened more Superchargers for other brands. According to one observer, almost the entire route to the North Cape is now open to electric cars from other manufacturers. - Multiple articles report that this involves 42 additional Supercharger locations where non-Teslas can now also charge. After an initial test with ten sites in the Netherlands in November 2021, Tesla opened its first charging parks in Norway and France to non-Tesla brands this January with initially 15 in Norway and 16 in France. - In the north of the country, the entire route to the North Cape is not completely covered by Superchargers and in some places the distance between chargers is around 400 kilometres. · Original Source : https://www.electrive.com/2022/05/06/tesla-opens-more-superchargers-to-others/ EXCLUSIVE CATL PLANNING EV BATTERY PRODUCTION IN UNITED STATES, VETTING SITES - CATL (300750.SZ), the world's largest battery maker, is in the final stages of vetting sites in the United States to build electric vehicle batteries, an investment that would mark the Chinese company's first production in the world's second-largest car market, two people with knowledge of the plans told Reuters. - Contemporary Amperex Technology Co (CATL) is in talks to open plants that would serve BMW AG (BMWG.DE) and Ford Motor Co (F.N), and potential sites include South Carolina and Kentucky, where those automakers have assembly plants, - CATL had begun mass production of batteries for overseas markets in 2021 and was looking to lock in its standing as the major battery supplier to automakers overseas "in the next round of supplier sourcing," - Other Asian companies that have announced plans to build U.S. battery plants include Korea's LG Energy Solution (051910.KS), SK Innovation (096770.KS) and Samsung SDI (006400.KS). Japan's Panasonic Corp(6752.T) also is reportedly looking to purchase land for a plant to serve Tesla. read more - CATL will open its first battery plant outside China later this year in Arnstadt, Germany, to serve BMW · Original Source : https://www.reuters.com/technology/exclusive-catl-planning-ev-battery-production-united-states-vetting-sites-2022-05-06/ NISSAN IS PLANNING NISMO-BADGED PERFORMANCE EVS - Nissan is planning to launch 15 new electric cars by 2030, and it seems sporty versions of its future EVs will be branded as Nismo-derivative machines. Yep, Nismo's going electric. - Speaking exclusively to TG at last weekend's Formula E race in Monaco, Nissan's chairman of Europe Guillaume Cartier confirmed that the company is actively looking at which of its upcoming electric cars would be most suited to Nismo-fication. - Most manufacturers are planning to tap into the ‘fast electric' segment one way or another: VW has its GTX line, Seat has Cupra (yeah, yeah, ‘entirely separate companies', we know) Ford has Mach-E… why wouldn't Nissan use its racing arm to add a bit of pedigree? - chief operating officer Ashwani Gupta reiterated over the weekend that Nissan has ended its investment in internal combustion engines, pinning its hopes on solid-state batteries that it reckons will vastly outperform today's technology when they're ready for production in 2028. · Original Source : https://www.topgear.com/car-news/electric/nissan-planning-nismo-badged-performance-evs PROTERRA SELECTS EATON'S 4-SPEED EV TRANSMISSION FOR ITS ZX5 ELECTRIC TRANSIT BUSES - Proterra has selected Eaton's eMobility business to supply a 4-speed medium-duty electrified vehicle (EV) transmission for the company's ProDrive drivetrain used in Proterra ZX5 electric transit buses. - The medium-duty 4-speed transmission, to be used in city buses in North America, addresses the primary issue related to single-speed drives that have contradictory requirements for high efficiency at top speeds and increased torque at launch and low speeds. - Eaton's 4-speed transmission has fine-pitch helical gears that ensure smooth, low-noise operation and a shifting strategy designed to extend range and battery life. Road tests have shown a 20% to 30% efficiency improvement in energy consumption under normal driving conditions compared with a direct-drive transmission and a 10% to 15% improvement compared with a current 2-speed solution. · Original Source : https://www.greencarcongress.com/2022/05/20220506-eaton.html NEW MEXICO'S CLEAN CAR RULE WILL GO INTO EFFECT JULY 1 Original Source : https://nmpoliticalreport.com/2022/05/06/new-mexicos-clean-car-rule-will-go-into-effect-july-1/ MERCEDES DRIVE PILOT LEVEL 3 AUTONOMOUS TECH OFFICIALLY ON SALE IN GERMANY Original Source : https://www.motor1.com/news/584121/mercedes-level-3-autonomous-tech-on-sale/ EV CHARGERS EMERGE AS TARGETS FOR HACKERS Original Source : https://www.autonews.com/mobility-report/ev-chargers-emerge-targets-hackers BMW I INTERIOR DESIGNER SAYS BIG SCREENS AREN'T LONG FOR THIS WORLD Original Source : https://www.bmwblog.com/2022/05/05/bmw-i-interior-designer-big-screens/ PG&E TO LAUNCH NEW PILOTS STUDYING ELECTRIC VEHICLE BIDIRECTIONAL CHARGING Original Source : https://finance.yahoo.com/news/pg-e-launch-pilots-studying-223000535.html DPD UK ORDERS 1000 FORD E-TRANSIT VANS riginal Source : https://www.electrive.com/2022/05/05/dpd-uk-orders-1000-ford-e-transit-vans/ QUESTION OF THE WEEK WITH EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM Returns on Monday 9th May! 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When one lives in a "safe" area, you never believe that something bad will happen, let alone a horrific crime with the power to haunt you forever. In the Summer of 1990, the unincorporated town of North Cape was rocked by a truly horrific crime that left those involved with nightmares to this day. With cows behaving oddly, a touch of satanic panic, events seemingly more likely to occur in the movies than in real life, and a connection to infamous serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer, this case has it all. In fact, this case shattered my sense of safety; will it shatter yours? Please note, we did get a bit chatty in this episode (what can I say? we like our Wisco food and drink), so if you want to skip ahead to the crime, you won't hurt our feelings. Seriously though, we want your feedback! Follow us on Instagram @beercheeseandmurderpod and drop us a comment or message there or send us an e-mail to contact@beercheeseandmurderpodcast.com. Thanks for listening!
"A true legend." That's how a Waikato man is being described by his family, after he died in the Enchanter sinking off North Cape. Mark Sanders was one of four men who died. His three children told Checkpoint they're grateful they spoke to their dad one last time before disaster struck on Sunday night. Mark's dad Graeme says the family has lost its captain. Checkpoint's Nick Truebridge and Nick Monro have the story from Te Awamutu.
Investigators are scouring the waters of the Far North for evidence in the fishing boat tragedy which resulted in five deaths. Ten people were on board the Enchanter when it capsized off North Cape during a storm on Sunday night. The boat's skipper Lance Goodhew was among the five who survived. A protection order has been placed on all debris from the boat while the investigation goes ahead. Transport Accident Investigation Commission chief investigator of accidents Harald Hendel spoke to Corin Dann.
The helicopter pilot who flew the chopper that pulled five people out of the water off North Cape says they were the most challenging rescues of his 30-year career. Five people of the 10 on board the fishing charter vessel Enchanter died when it capsized on Sunday. The other five were rescued that night by the Northland Emergency Services helicopter. Its pilot, Lance Donnelly told Morning Report he took three people to an ambulance before returning and winching a further two survivors onto the helicopter.
Search teams are desperately looking for the last person still missing after a fishing charter sank near Cape Reinga. The vessel - 'Enchanter' - ran into trouble in wild weather which hammered the top of the motu last night. It's believed a wave hit the 15m vessel, breaking the bridge of the boat. A massive search effort has been taking place since early this morning - while five survivors have been found, four bodies have also been recovered. Aanei te kai ripoata a Nita Blake-Persen no Te Tai Tokerau.
Maritime NZ Rescue Coordination Centre officer Nick Burt told Checkpoint the search for the last person missing from the Enchanter will continue until dark, review the search and resume at first light. The search area is approximately 200 nautical miles. "The survivors were found all in the same vicinity. They were winched on board a helicopter at approximately midnight... The survivors were in the water for approximately four hours." Burt said they were alerted by their emergency beacon at about 8pm Sunday. He said getting to the area was hampered by the bad weather.
The search for the last person missing after a fishing charter boat capsized off North Cape on Sunday night will resume this morning. Four people died and and five were rescued when the "Enchanter" went down. Weather has improved in the search area with 15 knott northerlies and swells of 1.5 meters and moderate seas, but rain is forecast for later this morning. The Enchanter was skippered by Lance Goodhew who survived the boating tragedy and has been discharged from hospital in Kaitaia. One of the boat's former skippers, Phil van Dusschoten spoke to RNZ reporter Jean Edwards.
Maritime New Zealand says the search is continuing to find the five unaccounted people in the waters off North Cape. An emergency beacon was activated by a vessel about eight o'clock last night. 10 people were on board and five were rescued and are now in a stable condition in Kaitaia Hospital. Helicopters and boats have been out searching the water this morning and ground crews also searching along the shoreline. Lynn gets an update from search and rescue officer Nick Burt.
Originally aired August 26, 2019From boredofborders.com: "Karlis is an ex-project manager in the field of waste management who at the age of 28 realized that visiting mountains only a couple of times a year just won't do, so he left his job and started a life of adventures and freedom, spreading the addiction and attracting others to BoB as well. Every adventure has a different team, but all of BoB team members have one thing in common - urge to get moving and true love for adventures.In 2013, Karlis crossed Europe from North Cape to Gibraltar on Nordic skates in 60 days covering more than 6150 kilometers and setting a new Guinness Record - The longest ride on inline-skates. (The Guinness guys have not acknowledged this yet, but who cares - we know it's true.)From the end of January till mid-February 2014, Karlis and three other cycling enthusiasts traveled from Riga to Sochi by bicycle, realizing a 2840 kilometers long wintery ride and reaching the capital of the Winter Olympic Games of 2014 in 17 days."At the time of this interview, Karlis was making his way to mainland Asia via rowboat across the Pacific Ocean in Papua New Guinea.www.bordofborders.comFacebook: Bored of BordersInstagram: @boredofbordersTouched by the Ocean https://vimeo.com/ondemand/okeanasavilnotieSupport The Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Today we have episode 5 of our Iconic Ships mini-series in which a curator of a historic ship makes a case for their ship being iconic, or a historian takes a ship from history but which sadly no longer survives and make a case for that ship being iconic. Today we have none other than HMS Belfast. Moored today just upstream of Tower Bridge, Belfast is a true icon of the London skyline and Thames riverscape.A Royal Navy 'Town Class' Light Cruiser, Belfast was launched in 1938; she played a crucial role in blockading Germany at the start of the war, operating from Scapa Flow in Orkney; became part of a naval strike force base in Rosyth; took part in the Battle of the North Cape in 1943, in which the German battleship Scharnhorst was tracked down and sunk; took part in the operation against Germany's last surviving capital ship, the Tirpitz; and she is is one of only three remaining vessels from the bombardment fleet which supported the Normandy landings on DDay in June 1944. The case for Belfast being 'iconic' is made by Robert Rumble, lead curator of HMS Belfast at London's Imperial War Museum. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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