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Travel Goals Podcast

Portia Jones - travel journalist, podcaster and adventurer

Do you want to travel smarter, cheaper and more purposefully? Welcome to the Travel Goals Podcast, where we help you travel better with on-location destination episodes and interviews with t...

Episodes

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We explored San Antonio's haunted places and the urban legends behind them: Your Texas ghost-hunting guide

Ghost hunters, gather round! Did you know San Antonio, Texas, is considered one of the most haunted cities in the USA and frequently appears...

27:06Oct 23, 2026

Why San Antonio Texas is a must-visit for history and culture lovers: A travel guide

San Antonio, Texas, is full of history and culture. It features one of the country's most important historic corridors, centred around the s...

01:01:20Oct 9, 2026

We booked a £99 Wowcher Mystery Holiday with no clue where we were going, was it worth it?

What happens when you let fate decide where you're going on holiday? We test the viral Wowcher £99 mystery holiday to see if it's worth it a...

29:15Sep 25, 2026

The outdoor adventures and attractions you need to experience in San Antonio, Texas: Your travel guide

Can San Antonio, Texas, really be one of the USA's most underrated adventure and attraction destinations? In this immersive, on-location epi...

42:40Sep 12, 2026

Pack your bags - Here's where we're going next on Travel Goals

We've got a busy season ahead on the Travel Goals Podcast, with journeys taking us from San Antonio, Texas, to Málaga, Spain, Fort Myers, Fl...

05:32Aug 27, 2026

San Antonio, Texas is the best foodie city in the USA, here's what to eat and drink

Is San Antonio the best foodie city in the USA? In this immersive, on-location episode, presenter Portia Jones and Producer Luke Jones eat t...

59:13Aug 20, 2026

Why you must visit San Antonio Texas during Fiesta Festival for parades, culture and food

Planning a trip to San Antonio, Texas? Find out why you must visit during the multi-day Fiesta San Antonio festival, which fills the city wi...

43:48Jun 22, 2026

Welcome to San Antonio: Teaser trailer for our upcoming travel guide series

Planning a trip to San Antonio, Texas? We have you covered with our upcoming series of immersive San Antonio travel guides, all recorded on...

06:29Jun 4, 2026

Naples city break guide: What to see, eat and do and why now is the time to go

Planning a Naples city break? We've got you covered. The birthplace of pizza and the largest city in southern Italy, Naples is undoubtedly o...

34:11Apr 26, 2026

Oxford city break guide: What to see, eat and do and why now is the time to go

Planning an Oxford city break? We've got you covered. A powerhouse of learning for 800 years, Oxford is home to Britain's oldest university,...

51:24Feb 12, 2026

Porto city break guide: What to see, eat and do and why now is the time to go

Planning a Porto city break? Explore a riverside city of cobbled streets, iconic bridges and colourful azulejo tiles and find out why Porto...

34:42Jan 20, 2026

Why now is the best time to visit Jordan and how a small group tour makes it easier

Dreaming of visiting Jordan to see archaeological wonders like Petra and the jaw-dropping landscapes of the vast Wadi Rum Desert? On this ep...

45:13Jan 14, 2026

How to travel with just hand luggage and chose the right bag to avoid airline fees

Do you want to travel with just hand luggage this year and beat airline fees? Then this is the episode for you. We're chatting to travel pro...

34:45Jan 8, 2026

Happy holidays, and what's coming to Travel Goals in 2026

On this very short holiday update of Travel Goals, we wanted to drop into your feed to wish you happy holidays and thank you for all the sup...

01:51Dec 24, 2025

Why Orlando is America's best foodie city: Insider's guide to Orlando's must-try food and drink spots

Forget everything you thought you knew about Orlando's food scene. In this deliciously packed episode, we're diving headfirst into one of Am...

45:19Jul 25, 2025

A grown-up's guide to Orlando: The best theme parks, dining, wine tasting and hotels for an adult-only vacation

Orlando, Florida, is the ultimate family destination, but did you know it's also an amazing adults-only vacation? Join us on an epic audio j...

46:54Jun 5, 2025

The Lake District you didn't know existed: Discover Cumbria's art, heritage and culture

Think you know the Lake District? Think again. Join us on an epic audio journey as we peel back the layers of Cumbria to reveal a side you p...

39:56Apr 3, 2025

Boston's Best Water Adventures: Whale Watching, Duck Tours, Harbour Cruises and kayaking

Boston is a city shaped by water. From its earliest Indigenous inhabitants, to its dramatic role in the American Revolution, the city's hist...

26:26Mar 21, 2025

Inside the Dramatic Heart of Wales: Discover Haunting History, Magical Landscapes and Spooky Legends

Ready to uncover one of Wales' best-kept secrets? We're heading to the myth-filled, magical landscapes of Neath Port Talbot – the dramatic h...

47:09Oct 31, 2024

Ireland: The Home of Halloween - Discover Ancient Fires, Folklore and Spooky Stories

Did you know that Halloween's true origins are rooted in the ancient Celtic traditions of Ireland? This isn't just any Halloween story—this...

35:31Oct 18, 2024