Podcasts about slow travel

Ever wondered what it's really like to travel across the U.S. by train?In this episode, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at Amtrak's Empire Builder, one of the most scenic and underrated train routes in North America.Host Kim Anderson shares her personal experience riding the Empire Builder from Seattle to Chicago with her young son, and walks you through everything you need to know about planning your own Amtrak train trip.Whether you're curious about cross-country train travel, looking for an alternative to road trips and RV life, or just want a relaxing, unplugged adventure with incredible views, this episode is for you.In this episode, you'll learn: • What it's like to travel the full Empire Builder route from Seattle to Chicago • Where to stop along the way (hint: there are AMAZING options!) • What to expect from Amtrak sleeping cars, meals, and lounge access • Pro tips on luggage, Wi-Fi, and why this journey is a great option for families, solo travelers, and slow travel fansThis is your sign to slow down, take the scenic route and see a whole new side of America.Planning your own Amtrak adventure? Tune in to learn how to make the most of the Empire Builder route and decide if cross-country train travel might be your new favorite way to explore.Support the showTravel Longer with Less Money—Download Your FREE GUIDE & Start Exploring! Let's connect on Instagram! @DesignHerTravel Get $20 when you Sign-Up for Buzzsprout

Ever wondered what makes people take on huge, challenging bike adventures? This update from previous guest Giacomo Turco shares why he has decided to take on a huge journey through Africa so close after he finished his adventure through South America. Giacomo is currently in Namibia - be sure to follow his adventures unfold as he cycles north all the way home to Italy. Instagram - @cycling.beyond Youtube channel cycling.beyondRedWhite Apparel - Check out the most comfortable bib shorts on the market! 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:

What happens when you mix bikepacking, killer whales, and environmental conservation? Ben Boxer's Wheels and Whales adventure takes us on a 7,500 km ride across the UK, matching the distance of his flight to Vancouver while exploring the wild beauty of his local coastline. In this episode  Ben shares how cycling, marine conservation, and adventure come together to create purpose-driven journeys that leave a lasting impact.You can contribute to Ben's fundraiser here: https://givestar.io/gs/movement-for-nature Follow Ben on Instagram - @beanboxer and read his articles about his adventure here.RedWhite Apparel - Check out the most comfortable bib shorts on the market! Bikeflights takes the stress out of travelling with your bike. Learn more here. 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 be in France during the Tour de France and watch the riders race by you while cheering them on by the roadside?Well this year I went to two stages of the Tour and I'm sharing my experience of doing so with you in this episode. Check out RedWhite Apparel and get yourself a pair of bib shorts that will keep you comfortable for hours on end! 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:

Imagine taking a bike adventure from Morocco all the way to Cape Town? Well this week I'm re-sharing one of my favourite episodes with guest Meryem Belkihel. Meryem is a solo female traveller from Morocco who is on a mission to cycle throughout Africa. She has been on the road for over 2 years now and I caught up with her about her journey while she was in Cape Town to find out all about her trip.Follow Meryem's adventures via her Instagram account - @meghyem0utCheck out RedWhite Apparel and get yourself a pair of bib shorts that will keep you comfortable for hours on end! Bikeflights takes the stress out of travelling with your bike. Learn more here. 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:

In this episode of Retirement Planning Simplified, Joe Curry talks with Karen Gershowitz, travel writer and author, about how travel can help you rediscover purpose, fun, and connection after you retire. Karen shares her journey from running a marketing firm to becoming a full-time travel writer after retirement. She talks about overcoming mobility issues, how slow travel leads to deeper cultural experiences, and practical ways to travel more affordably after 50. Check out the show notes for EP150 HERE

Michael Motamedi, MasterChef Canada alum and host of the No Fixed Address podcast, shares how becoming a father transformed his approach to life on the road. Alongside his wife and young daughter, he explores the world as a family of three, embracing slower travel, deeper connection, and the everyday challenges of parenting abroad. His story offers practical insight for new parents, aspiring digital nomads, and anyone curious about building a life centered on food, family, and intentional travel.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/globetrotters-podcast--5023679/support.

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:

In this episode, I'm back with global explorer and podcasting trailblazer Jason Moore—host of Zero to Travel—for a deeper dive into what it really means to live intentionally, travel meaningfully, and unplug from the noise of modern life.But don't expect a simple highlight reel.From adapting to life in Norway to challenging the grip of digital addiction, Jason opens up about the cultural values that shape us, the double-edged sword of technology, and why being present might be the most radical act of all.We explore what happens when travel stops being an escape and starts becoming a mirror—and how to bring home the best parts of the world without losing yourself in the scroll.✨ Inside This Episode:The cultural tenets Jason took from Norway, Costa Rica, and beyondWhat slow travel reveals that fast travel never canThe mindset shift that turns ordinary days into extraordinary experiencesA behind-the-scenes look at his newest venture, Helping Humans BeingHow to reclaim your time, focus, and presence in a hyper-digital worldWhy your phone may be costing you years of your life (literally)Creating rituals and tools for conscious living—at home or abroad

Ever gone on a bike adventure and then wished it didn't have to come to an end? Well in this episode I speak with full time bike traveller Helen Dainty (Hels) who has been full time on the road since 2016. Hels talks candidly about what life is like on the road as a solo female, gives us tips on wild camping, insights into travelling through Saudi Arabia as the first women to do so independantly and also how she has structured her life to live full time on the road. This episode originally aired in September 2023 and is a re-release. You can keep up to date with Hels' adventures via her instagram - @helsonwheels and her YouTube channel.Check out the Cycplus tiny e-Pumps and use the code STR for a 5% discount 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:

Laetitia et ses filles Lisa 13 ans et Capucine 10 ans, c'est l'équipe de choc de ce nouvel épisode. Après deux mois de voyage en Amérique du Sud et quelques galères, dont deux bras dans le plâtre, elles ont posé leurs sacs sur l'île de Pâques.Là-bas, elles ont pris le temps de s'imprégner de l'atmosphère unique de Rapa Nui : les moaïs bien sûr, mais aussi les avocats du jardin, les arcs-en-ciel quotidiens, les histoires d'homme-oiseau, les trésors du musée… et les défis lancés par les copains restés en France. Un coup de cœur pour les trois voyageuses.Si les imprévus ne vous font pas peur, que l'idée de partir avec vos enfants vous travaille, ou si, tout simplement, vous aimez les récits sans filtre, vous allez vous régaler.-----------Si l'épisode vous a plu, laissez-moi une note 5 ⭐️ou un commentaire sur Apple Podcasts ou Spotify

Christine Lozada has spent more time at sea than most people have spent in airports.Christine shares what it's actually like to travel by cruise ship—how it compares to other styles of travel, what surprises people the most, and why she keeps coming back. We also dive into different cruise ships and what makes Virgin Voyages feel different from the rest, and why it's become her go-to. Whether you're cruise-curious or practically live on deck, this one's for you.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/globetrotters-podcast--5023679/support.

I denne episode giver jeg dig endnu en slow travel anbefaling, og denne gang fortæller jeg om min nylige slow travel rejse med tog til Tyskland – nærmere betegnet Heidelberg. Det siger nok næsten sig selv, hvorfor jeg anbefaler en tur med tog ned gennem Tyskland som en oplagt form for slow travel.Jeg elsker at rejse med tog, fordi jeg føler, jeg får sjælen med, og man ser landskabet på en helt anden måde, end hvis man kører bil eller flyver. På denne rejse arbejdede jeg desuden en del frem og tilbage, og jeg må sige, at man kan nå meget, når man har omkring 10 timer i et tog! Slow travel med tog til Heidelberg – og lidt om min konference og om SommerRO  Lyt med og få rejsetips i episoden herunder, hvor jeg fortæller jeg om: Fordelene ved togrejse – ikke mindst er prisen meget lav! Jeg anbefaler at ringe til DSB Udland, hvor jeg bestilte vores billetter, og ellers kan man også gå ind på EurailJeg anbefaler bogen Togrejser for begyndere af Nanna Hyldgaard HansenHvorfor jeg skulle til Heidelberg på konference, og hvorfor jeg tog min mor med til TysklandJeg fortæller lidt om byen, som er meget smuk og kan anbefales som rejsemål. Min mor så det smukke slot og de smukke kirker, og jeg gik på den fine "Philosophenweg" med flotte udkigsposter.Jeg anbefaler et par super gode restauranter; Markstübel i Neuheim og Mahmouds ved jesuiterkirkenJeg fortæller lidt om konferencen, og hvad jeg oplevede, selvom jeg var afsted som mor (og ikke fagperson). Det var meget inspirerende, lærerigt og rørende at møde forskere, praktikere og forældre fra hele verden!Du kan desuden se en række billeder fra turen her på min InstagramJeg fortæller også lidt om mit sommerferieforløb SommerRO

Un défi hors du commun, une course contre la montre pour graver des souvenirs inoubliables...C'est l'histoire d'une famille extraordinaire : Édith, Sébastien et leurs quatre aventuriers, Mia, Léo, Colin et Laurent. Un jour Edith décide de partir faire le tour du monde. Pourquoi ? Trois de leurs enfants sont atteints de rétinite pigmentaire, une maladie qui les prive lentement de la vue. Alors, ils ont fait le choix de l'aventure, de la découverte et de l'émerveillement.Des paysages à couper le souffle, des couchers de soleil flamboyants, des animaux étonnants... Ils cherchent la beauté partout, pour remplir les yeux de leurs enfants de merveilles. Peu importe les défis, l'important est de leur en mettre plein la vue !Préparez-vous à un voyage en famille hors du commun, un témoignage d'amour et de soif de découvertes, une aventure pas comme les autres, où chaque étape est une leçon de vie.Allez, c'est parti pour un voyage qui en a mis plein les yeux à Edith, Sebastien, Mia, Léo, Colin et Laurent.-----------Idée originale et hôte : Stéphanie CordierMusique : Luk & Jo------------Laissez-moi une note 5 ⭐️ou un commentaire sur Apple Podcasts ou Spotify

Alte Abteien und quirlige Pubs, raue See und wunderbare Wanderberge - Irland hat alles, was Outdoor-Fans und Menschen auf der Suche nach Genuss suchen. Die Reisejournalistin und Irland-Expertin Sandra Kathe nimmt dich in dieser Folge mit zu historischen Stätten, auf einsame Berge und in urige Pubs.

For the first time on the Globetrotters Podcast, we're joined by a pastor — or rather, a former pastor. Douglas Brouwer spent 45 years in ministry across the U.S. and Europe, leading mission trips, cultural tours, and walking solo pilgrimages across Spain and Portugal. But this conversation goes beyond religion — into longing, identity, and what it really means to find home through travel. It's a deeper, more reflective kind of episode — one that explores the spiritual side of movement in ways we haven't before.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/globetrotters-podcast--5023679/support.

Was macht die Schweiz so besonders? In dieser Folge nehme ich dich mit auf eine spannende Reise durch Geschichte, Kultur, Politik und die Eigenheiten eines Landes. Du erfährst überraschende Fakten und bekommst ehrliche Einblicke Instagram:

Guest Ceri Belshaw first came to cycling as a way to cross train for fell running. She has since found a passion for off road bikepacking and you'll often find her in the backcountry in Wales seeking out adventurous routes to ride. She is also an avid photography and is currently writing Gravel Bike Wales and especially enjoys sharing the stoke for off road bikepacking with others. Follow Ceri's adventures - Instagram - @StillsByCeri and her personal website Get Onboard with the Water Cycle!Help deliver water filters to communities who need access to clean water. Send me an email or reach out to Em Hulbert directly via instagram - @EmHulbert so you can find out more. Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

In Puglia we embrace a slower pace of life. Il dolce far niente (sweet idleness). It's part of our culture, reflected in all of our daily rituals. We give you our suggestions to leave behind the noise of daily life and experience Puglia in the here and now. And for visitors from the USA who really like to pack a full itinerary, we offer additional tips to slow down and help manage expectations for a more meaningful, local-friendly stay in Southern Italy. We're taking a summer break. See you the other side of summer. We will still be posting on our website and socials, so be sure to follow us on Instagram for frequent video stories, reels, photos, ideas and other information to inspire your stay in Puglia.  

Emily Hulbert is on an incredible bike adventure with an extra sense of purpose. Her mission is called the Water Cycle and along her journey she is assisting remote communities in need of clean drinking water by delivering them water filtration units. This project was set up by Emily and her friend Shawnee Turner and its incredibly impactful.During the episode we also learn about some of the incredible adventures Em has enjoyed along the way. How she gave up life as a professional football player and has since set out on her incredible bike adventure. She's taken on the challenge of the Gibb River Road in Australia's West, crossed through SE Asia, had an incredibly fulfilling time in China, and is now in Northeast India where her project on the water cycle continues to deliver. Want to help out with the water cycle - reach out to Emily via her instagram - @EmHulbert  and check out her GoFundMe page for more information here.Get Onboard with the Water Cycle!Help deliver water filters to communities who need access to clean water. Send me an email or reach out to Em Hulbert directly via instagram - @EmHulbert so you can find out more. Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

The art of slow travel talks about being presented in the moment. Taking in your surroundings aid in clarity and builds endurance. Slow travel allows for the creativity to emerge.

Imagine taking your bike all the way around the Annapurna Circuit, Annapurna Base Camp and Everest Base Camp? A triple crown like no other some would say. This is exaxtly what guests Jamie Hargreaves and Malachi Francis have done and I had the pleasure to talk to them all about it, as well as fiinding out what it has been like being on such a big cycle touring adventure together.You can also listen to the previous episodes featuring them both below:Jamie Hargreaves - Ep 107Malachi Frances - Ep 102Here are the links to the episodes with Jamie's dad Phill:Phill Hargreaves Part 1Phill Hargreaves Part 2Follow Jamie and Malachi via their social channels below:Jamie HargreavesInstagram - @J.A.HargreavesFacebook - Jamie HargreavesMalachi Francis Instagram - @malachi_cyclesSupport the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Original article - https://www.portugalresident.com/a-fast-track-to-slow-and-sustainable-tourism/Enjoy content from Good Morning Portugal! published every day only on YouTube, please comment, like & subscribe.For 'resources for the rest of your life in Portugal', join the Portugal Club at www.theportugalclub.com for daily news, Portuguese language and culture, classroom, courses, calendar and community.Feeling lost, stuck or in need of inspiration? Or want friendly and positive support with your Portugal dream and plans?Try Carl's new consultancy service - by phone, on the web, over lunch, or enjoying a walk with him in his beloved Sao Martinho Bay.Review, evaluate and refine your Portugal Plan with Carl - for your best possible life here...Carl on Substack - https://carlmunson.substack.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support.

Text me your content win!Ever feel like you're traveling just to check off boxes—and missing the whole point? Same. In today's episode, we're talking about slowing the heck down, building a travel lifestyle that actually feeds you, and being real about how tough routines are when you're living on the road.I brought on two of my favorite humans, Candace and Logan—van lifers, creators, and truly intentional travelers who've been doing this since before it was cool (yep, pre-#VanLife). We dive into what slow travel really means (hint: it's not just staying longer), how they built their creative routines from the road, and how to avoid being “that” tourist when you post about tiny towns online.✨ This episode is a love letter to living slower, consuming less, and being deeply rooted in how we show up as travelers.We're covering:The actual rules of intentional travel—no, reallyWhy overposting can hurt local communities (and what to do instead)How to balance creating content without burning outOur favorite hippie routines (brushing your teeth with clay, anyone?)A brutally honest take on travel and routine while living in a vanThe books and tools that shaped how Logan & Candace travel today

Fancy taking on the Baja Divide? A bikepacking tour around Cuba or perhaps a ride along the Camino de Santiago? Well then you'll enjoy this chat with guest May Tettero, who has discovered how energising the world of off-road bikepacking can be.  We discuss May's journey from moving to Canada at age 13 and losing her cycling freedom, to finding it again decades later.  May shares what her first bikepacking experiences touring through Cuba were like, how she chose to bikepack the Camino de Santiago to process grief, and how she has come to tackling challenging routes like the Baja Divide. We also speak about overcoming ageism in bike packing, the therapeutic benefits of cycling, and how it's helped her to embrace the highs and lows of life.May has previously shared one day of her trip before for a mini episode of the podcast and you can listen to it here: Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Ever wanted to take a bike tour from Europe to the Middle East? Listen to guest Jippee Witteveen who shares exactly what it was like for him doing this exact journey!Prior to this bike adventure Jippe had enjoyed hiking on the Camino but this was his first real long distance adventure on a bike and it's fair to say it was pretty transformative. You can follow Jippe's future adventures via his instagram account - @jippewitteveen and also read his blog posts via his website.Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Ever wondered what it would be like to go bike travelling for years at a time? What about over a decade? Well Polish adventurer Ewa Świderska,  has spent the past 11 years cycling across various regions including the historic Silk Road, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, and Europe.  Ewa shares her experiences of long-term solo travel as a woman, the impact on personal relationships, financial sustainability, and her unique approaches to overcoming challenges on the road. You can read more about Ewa's journey via her personal blog. Join me on the Seek Travel Ride Lightweight Bikepacking Tour!6 night - 5 day tour through the Pyrenees Foothills.Dates - June 28 - July 04Start and Finish: ToulouseCost €1550 per person twin shareFind Out more and Book Your Spot Here Support the showBeyond the Bike - Get Your Tickets and Join Me in London! Click for tickets to May 14 Click for tickets to May 15 Buy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music ...

This is part 2 of my interview with Jude Kriwald and goes into detail on his most recent bicycle adventure through West Africa.  Jude spent 3 months touring off the beaten path in West Africa, a tour which came over ten years since his last big adventure where he cycled from England to India.  Jude had been transfixed on the notion of what it would be like to be completely in the middle of a jungle in Liberia and this indeed was the best way to find out.He recalled some captivating details from this journey, from camping at the base of a huge waterfall, to spending 7 days  deep in the Liberian Jungle - 3 of those totally alone barely able to travel more than 10 kms a day. If you've missed out on Part 1 of Jude's adventures you can check out that episode hereFollow Jude's adventures be sure to check him out via:Instagram - @JudeKriwaldYouTube - @JudeKriwaldBlog - www.englandtoindia.blogspot.comWebsite: - Adventure Mentor - Jude's new initiative to help other people on the path to adventure Join me on the Seek Travel Ride Lightweight Bikepacking Tour!6 night - 5 day tour through the Pyrenees Foothills.Dates - June 28 - July 04Start and Finish: ToulouseCost €1550 per person twin shareFind Out more and Book Your Spot Here Support the showBeyond the Bike - Get Your Tickets and Join Me in London! Click for tickets to May 14 Click for tickets to May 15 Buy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music ...

30 countries. 50 million views. One unstoppable traveler. Andrea Constantino didn't just backpack across Asia and the Middle East—she rewrote what bold, immersive travel looks like. From trekking to Annapurna Base Camp to going viral for a face massage in India, Andrea dishes on the wild, wonderful lessons from life on the road and her "why not" mentality.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/globetrotters-podcast--5023679/support.

In Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Travel Marquette is leading a community-wide effort to protect the region's natural beauty and culture. CEO Susan Estler shares how the Respect Marquette County coalition, slow travel, and education initiatives like the Bark Ranger program are helping visitors and locals build a more sustainable future together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a re-release of part 1 of my episode with Jude Kriwald covering his amazing journey from England to India as a 19 year old. You can listen to part 2 of that conversation here:Follow Jude via:Instagram - @JudeKriwaldBig thanks to our sponsor Old Man Mountain for continuing to support the podcast. Be sure to check out their new Hemlock Bags with FLiP Cages - via www.oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride - clicking this link helps me out as it lets them know you heard about them on the podcast. Support the showBeyond the Bike - Get Your Tickets and Join Me in London! Click for tickets to May 14 Click for tickets to May 15 Buy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music ...

Ready to rethink what it means to travel with kids? Join me for an expansive and heart-opening conversation with Taryn and Martin, the visionary founders behind Quartier Collective—a family-centered and adult travel company redefining how we explore the world. In this episode, we talk about: - Why slow travel beats bucket lists - How to tune into your own "inner bell" calling you to travel and change - What it's really like to travel full-time with three kids for seven years—and the lessons they learned before finally settling in Mallorca, Spain Whether you're dreaming of packing your bags or simply craving more presence in your everyday life, this conversation will inspire you to create meaningful adventures—wherever you are.    Share your takeaways with us on Instagram @OneWade and @QuartierCollective  Join the waitlist for my upcoming interactive self-care book, 100 Mindful Moments to Balance & Energize.  I'd love to see you at the next Mindful Moment Meeup on April 29th. Claim yuor spot for free.   

David McCourt shares his experiences of Cycling from Australia to Northern Ireland on a huge journey he aptly titled ' the long way home'.This is the second time I've featured David's story - click here to listen to the first episode.You can follow David via his instagram - @longwayhome__2022Big thanks to our sponsor Old Man Mountain for continuing to support the podcast. Be sure to check out their new Hemlock Bags with FLiP Cages - via www.oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride - clicking this link helps me out as it lets them know you heard about them on the podcast. Support the showBeyond the Bike - Get Your Tickets and Join Me in London! Click for tickets to May 14 Click for tickets to May 15 Buy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music ...

Send us a textHoi An continues to enchant—and in 2025, it feels overflowing, more layered, and more revealing than ever. That's why I've chosen to revisit one of my most loved conversations on the show—this time with a fresh perspective, and a few heartfelt reflections from my recent trip.You'll hear from the delightful Sharon Sweeney, a long-time visitor to Hoi An who once co-created the popular website and map guide HoiAnNow (now retired). Sharon still returns regularly, drawn—as so many of us are—by the town's old-world charm and enduring spirit.As Hoi An grows in popularity, it's evolving in ways that bring both beauty and complexity. With more international travellers comes more diversity, yes—but also more crowds, rising prices, and the ongoing challenge of preserving tradition in a fast-changing world.In this updated intro, I reflect on my ow personal observations, what's new, what's shifting, and what still stops me in my tracks and gives me great joy. This episode isn't only about ticking 10 boxes ( as per the original show back in 2021 - S2-07)—it's about finding your rhythm in Hoi An, one authentic experience at a time.Stay curious, stay open—and let's rediscover the heart of Hoi An together.  The best way to connect with me is not via text, it is through the website www.whataboutvietnam.com website and email.Thank you for listening. Do not send TEXT as I am unable to respond directly. Please email whataboutvietnam@gmail.com Keep abreast of news on our social pages on FB, IG,LinkedIn and TikTokWe'd love a review on your podcast channel.Let me design your #customised #private tour of Vietnam - See our Travel ServicesDo you need a #Dental Procedure? Why not find out what's possible through our Dental and #Cosmetic Medical partner Worldwide Beauty Hospital. Mention #whataboutvietnam to receive 5% discount at Worldwide Beauty Hospital

I am about to return to Burgundy for my third visit there and I can't wait! The region is wonderful to immerse in with wonderful food, scenery and amazing wines!On my last time in Dijon I met the wonderful Emeline Pin whose business Vino Dilectio runs tasting workshops showcasing the various wines of her region. I attended a cheese and wine pairing workshop and I loved every minute of it.Emeline and I chatted about the various things tourists could do in Dijon and Burgundy/Bourgogne, such as visit local villages, explore ancient castles, taste mustards and cheese, wander through vineyards. Dijon and Burgundy has great weather for travelling being not too hot, but be very thoughtful about what time of year to visit not just for the weather but also consider the harvest timing (it varies each year through August-September depending on the ripening of the grapes). During the harvest some activities may be postponed due to the important work that needs to take place.This chat with Emeline provided more than just some expert opinion on wine, Emeline chatted about places to visit throughout France, tips for the best types of restaurants to go to as well as ideas for visiting Burgundy as only a local can give.**Louise Prichard is the host of the Loulabelle's FrancoFiles podcast.**Other Loulabelle's links:FrancoFile Fix on YouTubeLoulabelle's FrancoFiles Spotify Playlist Loulabelle's FrancoFiles InstagramLoulabelle's FrancoFiles website

Listen to Terri Jockerst take us on her cycle touring adventures from Norway to Malta and then through Taiwan, Japan and South Korea.  Terri is living proof age need not get in the way of an adventure. She is 67 years old and loves spending her retirement taking solo cycle tours.   Her tours last several months  at a time, she wildcamps where possible and strongly believes that bike touring is the best way to discover a country, it's history and it's culture. In the episode we explore:Cycling Norway to Malta - 3 journeys taken over 3 yearsHighlights from cycling through remote and wild landscapesOvercoming perceived age barriers - Terri is proof age shouldn't get in the way of a good adventure.Cycling through Taiwan, Japan and South KoreaThe incredible kindness of strangers along the wayAdvice for anyone dreaming of their own bikepacking adventureYou can find Terri's books for purchase here

Renee Hannes of Dream Plan Experience explains what slow travel really means and how you can travel slow even on quick trips! In this episode we romanticize slow travel in Paris and give recommendations for the perfect slow travel days in the city of light.—---------------------------------------Shop:⁠ Trip Itineraries ⁠⁠&⁠ ⁠Amazon Storefront ⁠⁠Connect:⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠,⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠⁠, and⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠and contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.

Charlie Walker's adventures have taken him to the most remote and challenging places in the world. During this episode he shares stories from his epic 43,000-mile cycle tour, spanning across Europe, Asia, and Africa. But his adventures are not just taken on a bike - he has also trekked across Papua New Guinea, hiked in the Siberian Arctic, paddled down a tributary of the Congo River and recently cycled (or hike a biked!) through the Gola Rainforest in West Africa.These adventures haven't all been smooth sailing. Indeed, Charlie has faced moments of extreme hardship, including an imprisonment in a Siberian detention centre in 2022 - within weeks of Russia invading Ukraine. Charlie also reflects on the awe-inspiring moments he's been lucky to have due to his adventures - enjoying times of pure solitude and the feelings of being alone in a vast and empty landscape. We also talk about  the changing landscape of travel brought on by technology, and how much things have changed since he first started taking long distance adventures.You can follow Charlie via his instagram account - @cwexplore and his website - www.cwexplore.com where you can also purchase his books which I highly recommend!!  Big thanks to our sponsor Old Man Mountain for continuing to support the podcast. Be sure to check out their new Hemlock Bags with FLiP Cages - via www.oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride - clicking this link helps me out as it lets them know you heard about them on the podcast. Beyond the Bike Live Shows - 2 Events in London all about Adventure Cycling!Panel Discussion, Film Screening + Audience Q&ABook tickets for London - May 14Book tickets for London - May 15 Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Gi Shieh is a travel content creator known for her travel brand “The Sensible Fay” online. Gi is a Taiwanese American passionate about mindful living, slow travel, outdoor adventures, and sustainable fashion, who is alternates between New York City and Taiwan for her home base. on this episode, we chat about:- Gi's favorite places in Vietnam, Thailand, Taiwan and Italy - benefits of slow travel - how can we ensure we are shopping sustainably?- and much more!!featured questions:1. On your blog, you feature 4 countries with jam-packed insider information for travelers — which are Vietnam, Taiwan, Thailand and Italy. Which country left the biggest impact on you? 2. Is there anything you wish you would've done differently on your trips?3. Of the places you visited, where were the best beaches?4. How has your traveling style and mindset changed since your first trips until now?5. Why and how do you practice slow living in your travels?6. Why is sustainable fashion such a huge passion for you and how does it leak into your travel experiences? 7. Do you think traveling is subversive or supportive to capitalism? ━━━━━━━━ ⟡ ━━━━━━━━sustainable fashion database name:https://directory.goodonyou.ecoconnect with Gi here!✨ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thesensiblefay?igsh=d2hkOXBzeDJsNG41✨ Travel blog:https://thesensiblefay.com/destinations━━━━━━━━ ⟡ ━━━━━━━━connect with me here :)Instagram:✨ @lydiaschultzzhttps://www.instagram.com/lydiaschultzz/ ✨ @gottacaseofwanderusthttps://www.instagram.com/gottacaseofwanderlust?igsh=MTJjZ2p6bWZpdXBrYw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr✨Travel Blog:gottacaseofwanderlust.com✨Travel Guides: https://www.thatch.co/@gottacaseofwanderlust ━━━━━━━━ ⟡ ━━━━━━━━

This episode is part 2 sharing guest Phill Hargreaves story and experiences from his three year Cycle Tour taken in 1984.  You can listen to Part 1 here.This journey saw Phill leave home in the UK destination Australia. He left as a group of three, in Turkey his group became two and then from Nepal he continued the journey solo.  This conversation picks up that journey from Nepal as Phill made his way through Asia to Australia. Some incredible stories were shared for this leg of the journey by Phill including travelling through Myanmar, Island hopping in Indonesia - and then a wild work experience encounter on a fishing trawler when he finally reached Australia. After saving money Phill then decided to cycle back to the UK. He travelled through Australia and NZ before then heading home via China and Tibet. He'd catch the Trans-Siberian express to Germany and then cycled the rest of the journey. All up returning almost 3 years after setting off.Phill's son Jamie is currently re-tracing this very journey Phill took and you can listen to the interview I had with him here. Jamie Hargreaves EpisodeBe sure to also keep an eye out for his other son Olly who is now about to take his own journey from the UK to Singapore - his instagram is here: @sagas.of_olly.hargreavesBig thanks to our sponsor Old Man Mountain for continuing to support the podcast. Be sure to check out their new Hemlock Bags with FLiP Cages - via www.oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride - clicking this link helps me out as it lets them know you heard about them on the podcast. Join me on the Seek Travel Ride Lightweight Bikepacking Tour!6 night - 5 day tour through the Pyrenees Foothills.Dates - June 28 - July 04Start and Finish: ToulouseCost €1550 per person twin shareFind Out more and Book Your Spot Here Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Har du haft lyst til at rejse alene, men har du holdt dig tilbage? Så er denne episode til dig. Måske vil du gerne afsted men er nervøs – hvad nu, hvis jeg bliver syg eller farer vild eller bliver ensom? Måske har du en familie derhjemme, men synes det kunne være spændende at tage afsted nogle dage selv. Men hvad vil familien tænke?Lyt med her og lær om solorejsens udfordringer og glæder. (Og så er episoden også til dig, der gerne vil have et par rejsetips til London og især til slow travel i London – hvilket måske ikke lige er det, man forbinder mest med denne kæmpestore travle by – men det kan faktisk godt lade sig gøre).  Solo slow travel i London – hvad en solorejse kan lære dig om dig selvLyt til podcastepisoden, hvor jeg fortæller om: Fordele ved solotravel (og ulemper)Hvad vi kan være bange for, når vi skal rejse alene – du er ikke alene, hvis frygten holder dig tilbageHvorfor den frygtsomme del af dig ikke er interesseret i at opleve noget nyt, og hvordan du bedst håndterer katastrofetænkning omkring det at rejse (og at du ikke behøver at rejse solo)Hvorfor du skal rejse ud selv, hvis du har lyst – og solorejsens kæmpestore gevinster (det handler ikke kun om at opleve noget nyt men om at se på dig selv og dit liv med nye øjne)Du får en guide til slow travel i London med 2 lange byvandringerIsær fortæller jeg om fantastiske steder med te og bøger – 2 af mine absolut yndlingsting i verdenHvad jeg lærte af at besøge Freud Museet for anden gang efter 20 år og værdien af de små særlige ting, du ender med at huske fra en rejseOg andet godt:)Jeg har lavet en kort opsamling af min 3-dages rejse til London med fokus på lange byvandringer, te og bøger. >>> Hop over og se beskrivelsen af de 3 dage i London

I am so excited to share this episode with you all! And I have some big news to share with you! But first, I want to thank you for the way you have showed up during my book release. The pre-orders, the shares on social media and all the supportive messages and love have meant more to you than you'll ever know. Now let's keep going and get this book into the hands of as many people as we can. It is already changing lives! If you haven't ordered your book yet, you can get it here.   Now onto the show! My guest today is Jaime Fenwick, the founder of Bringing Inspiration Home, lover of slow and intentional travel, photographer and home schooling mom of 3.  Jaime loves the idea of bringing the inspiration of any kind of travel, and especially slow travel, home to her family and day to day life. One of the ways she does this is with her women's walking retreats in the Cotswolds of England. AND THE BIG NEWS IS: I get to team up with Jaime on this trip and you can come! Each aspect of these retreats are designed by Jaime. She is a gifted planner and detail oriented and has created these retreats to be so fulfilling in every way. First, it is a gift to have all the details planned for you. No decision fatigue! Jaime has all the details taken care of—where we'll sleep each night (quaint and cozy inns!) where we'll eat (local restaurants and pubs!) and the beautiful section of the trail that we'll walk through the Cotswolds. Luggage is ferried from place to place for us and we only carry a day pack and hiking poles. How incredible it will be to unplug, slow down from our frantic pace of life and enjoy in nature and together. For you it might be a time to find space to celebrate, heal, connect with your soul, with God, or with a friend. It might be a time to adventure, have fun, or seek creative inspiration. No matter what, I know it will be good for us, mind, body and spirit. Want to come?? You can get more details about the trip right here!  Where to find Jaime: Find Jaime's website here Find Jaime on Instagram here Find trip details here The Greta Eskridge Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Is Béziers really the oldest city in France? In Episode 536: Exploring Béziers, A Hidden Gem in the South of France, host Annie Sargent and guest Elyse Rivin dive into the fascinating history and charm of this underrated destination. Get the podcast ad-free Béziers sits in the Occitanie region, close to the Mediterranean. It has deep historical roots, from Roman times to the Cathar massacre and the winegrowers' revolt of 1907. Its Cathédrale Saint-Nazaire dominates the skyline, offering breathtaking views. The city's streets lead to lively markets, including the recently renovated Les Halles de Béziers, where locals gather to enjoy fresh seafood, cheeses, and wines. Béziers is also famous for the Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Nine Locks of Fonseranes showcase incredible 17th-century engineering, still in use today. The Old Bridge, the Church of the Madeleine, and the Jean Moulin Museum add layers of history to explore. Annie and Elyse discuss the city's evolving identity, growing expat community, and efforts to restore its historic center. They also touch on Robert Ménard, Béziers' controversial mayor, and how his policies shape the city. If you're looking for a unique stop in the South of France, Béziers deserves a visit. Tune in to this episode for a deep dive into history, culture, and travel tips! Table of Contents for this Episode Today on the podcast Podcast supporters The Magazine segment Introduction and Overview of Béziers Journey to Béziers Béziers: A Medium-Sized City with a Rich History The Appeal of Béziers for Expats Historical Significance and Archaeological Discoveries The Cathar Massacre and Religious History Exploring the City: Landmarks and Attractions Winemakers' Revolt Annie's personal experience in the area The Wine Scandal and Economic Impact Massive Demonstrations of 1907 The Wine Revolt's Lasting Effects French Colonization and Algerian Wine Exploring Béziers: Historical Sites and Canal du Midi Jean Moulin and Béziers' Rich History The Enigmatic Mayor of Béziers Culinary Delights of Béziers Thank You Patrons Zoom Meetings with Patrons New VoiceMap Tours Paris Marathon  The European Museum Night  The Bordeaux Wine Festival A Celebration of Cézanne The Tour de France Personnal Note Next week on the podcast Copyright More episodes about the Montpellier area #BéziersTravel, #Béziers, #VisitFrance, #FranceTravel, #TravelPodcast, #JoinUsInFrance, #SouthOfFrance, #LanguedocRoussillon, #CanalDuMidi, #FrenchHistory, #HiddenGemsFrance, #FrenchRiviera, #WineLovers, #ExploreFrance, #FranceTrip, #SlowTravel, #BestOfFrance, #FrenchCulture, #TravelTips, #HistoricalSites

Guest Saoirse Pottie first took to bikepacking as a way of enjoying the experiences of travel without the need for spending huge amounts of money.  Fair to say she has been hooked ever since and has also helped to generate a community around bike travel - especially championing and encouraging women to go on bikepacking adventures.We discuss Saoirse's adventures through Ireland which she used as a way to gain the confidence to take on her biggest adventure - a bikepacking journey through Africa from Cape Town to Rwanda. Since the Africa journey Saoirse has continued to embrace the spirit of travel and community - having recently ridden the Caraterra Austral from Patagonio to Ushuaia as part of a group of 12. I really appreciated her insights into how she first got into this mode of slow travel, why she believes everyone should take on a solo trip, what it was like to cycle through Africa and also the balance and joys which come with taking on journeys solo as well as with others. You can find Saoirse via her instagram - @going.pottie - and more about her bikepacking weekend in Ireland - it's sold out but you can join the waiting list!A link to the episode with Helen Dainty is hereYou can learn more about Saoirse's bamboo Boogaalie Bike here.Big thanks to our sponsor Old Man Mountain for continuing to support the podcast. Be sure to check out their new Hemlock Bags with FLiP Cages - via www.oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride - clicking this link helps me out as it lets them know you heard about them on the podcast. Join me on the Seek Travel Ride Lightweight Bikepacking Tour!6 night - 5 day tour through the Pyrenees Foothills.Dates - June 28 - July 04Start and Finish: ToulouseCost €1550 per person twin shareFind Out more and Book Your Spot Here Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Today I'm featuring guest Nikki Ray talking about her tour through West Africa.  This is an excerpt from the full length episode I did with Nikki early on in the Podcast.  You can listen to the full episode with Nikki here  You can also follow Nikki's future adventures  via her instagram account - @adventurecyclistnikkiBig thanks to our sponsor Old Man Mountain for continuing to support the podcast. Be sure to check out their new Hemlock Bags with FLiP Cages - via www.oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride - clicking this link helps me out as it lets them know you heard about them on the podcast. Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Jesus Estrada first got the idea for cycling as a way of travel when he saw one of his friend's doing it. He knew this was something he wanted to try for himself and after a few years of getting this idea he put it into action with a bike tour through Mexico - a perfect way to learn more about his own country.He shares what it was like to travel slowly through the landscape, the incredible connections he made with strangers and also what he learnt about his own country from the coastal routes through to the jungle and ancient archeological pyramids - this was an adventure that really had it all.You can follow Jesus via his instagram channel and see more about his adventure - @aveintaporhora  Want to listen to his mini episode -check it out hereBig thanks to our sponsor Old Man Mountain for continuing to support the podcast. Be sure to check out their new Hemlock Bags with FLiP Cages - via www.oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride - clicking this link helps me out as it lets them know you heard about them on the podcast. Find out more about our Seek Travel Ride Lightweight Bikepacking Tour!Join me for a 6 night - 5 day tour through the Pyrenees Foothills.Dates - June 28 - July 04Start and Finish: ToulouseCost €1550 per person twin shareFind Out more and Book Your Spot Here Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Dans cet épisode Feel Good, je vous embarque avec moi pour un voyage slow travel jusqu'au Maroc, à bord des trains européens et marocains. Je vous partage aussi mes coups de cœur et envies du moment : quelques livres, un film engagé et une belle découverte d'un produit d'hygiène qui rejoindra prochainement vos étagères.Au programme :Récit de voyage : Marrakech en trainMes dernières lectures engagées :Résister – Salomé Saqué

A slow traveler is about savoring experiences, not rushing them. We break down what it means to slow travel, create deep connections, and really enjoy your next trip! The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors, can be found HERE.

Today, we're diving into the trends that are shaping the way travelers are exploring the world. I'm joined by my good friend Jonathan Epstein, the CEO of Celebrated Experiences, one of our partners for curating authentic and luxurious travel experiences in Europe. Jonathan and I discuss everything from the growing demand for slow, intentional travel to the resurgence of big family trips for milestone celebrations. We also touch on the evolving preferences of Millennials and Gen X travelers, the rise of VIP services, and why spending on comfort and quality time is a trend that's here to stay. This conversation is packed with actionable insights and inspiration for your next trip - so when you're ready to start planning, I'd love to hear from you! My company Bell & Bly Travel has you covered with our award winning planning, insider knowledge, and VIP perks. Learn more at www.luxtravelinsider.com   Connect with me on Social: Instagram LinkedIn