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Simon Calder, travel correspondent of The Independent and former BBC producer, Mick Webb, discuss the world of travel and delight in travellers' tales.
We ask if this label really means anything, and continue to probe the EES database debacle and the axolotl conundrum. Plus, the latest in ou...
On College Green in London's Westminster, surrounded by historic buildings, we talk to Frances Linzee Gordon about what it takes to become a...
Authentic dragons, astonishing temples, beguiling coastlines and great food. Find out whether one of the region's 11 countries floats your b...
We mull over the concept of over-tourism, its causes and effects as well as some remedies. Why not try the place next door, for instance?
We shine a light on the world's many and varied straits- not just that one. Are they an underappreciated geographical feature?
We explore the delights- natural, culinary, architectural and cultural- of the colourful Mexican state of Oaxaca.
We plot a route across Mexico's mighty metropolis, taking in its many marvels
We consider the perils of venturing off venturing off the beaten track, talk to an adventure tour organiser facing up to current hazards in...
Do you recognise this flag? It's one of the destinations that Simon found out about at the Adventure Travel Show in London. We discuss real...
We assess the past year in travel and anticipate the next one, with thoughts on destinations and technology as well as the giving of some se...
Amazing travel experiences in which the laws of time are challenged , castles like "pastry shops for the soul" and the glacial progress of t...
We chat about the Sagrada Familia, the National Monument of Scotland and confront the brave new world of "frictionless travel" as promised b...
We discuss Spain's wealth of dramatic castles- the best to visit, the best to stay in and the one where you'll find the best pastries
Simon reports on his recent journeys to Lebanon, Northern Cyprus and Moldova. Also, we discuss the timeless allure of castles.
We try to make sense of the new entry /exit system that will affect UK travellers to Europe's Schengen area: what is it? when will it start?...
Join us for a brief but steep hike through the Pyrenees in the footsteps of exiles and refugees and the hoofprints of sheep, cows and isards...
Join Simon and Mick on the nearest thing to a hill climb that South London can offer. But will it be a suitable rehearsal for their forthcom...
We get to grips with two very different travelling dilemmas: can you get to the middle of nowhere and how can you combat the trickery and du...
We track down traditional Spanish houses, search for great Airbnb's and report on a green ferry service across the Channel-by yacht.
We showcase listeners' anecdotes about bewildering showers, linguistic confusions and unexpected strandings. Thanks to Ginger Hendee for the...
Simon enjoys Lithuania and falls prey to creeping delays and dynamic currency conversions during a whistle stop European tour. Meanwhile Mic...
An underwhelming new dawn for our railways, an inadvertent phone error by an airport boss and the unveiling of a "slow" race across the worl...
We talk about the challenges of settling into French village life, review races across the world and wonder why we need a new airline linkin...
Join Simon on his tour of beautiful Croatian Islands and share your thoughts on holiday souvenirs, Voyages a trois and "Trevi Fountain wishe...
Electricity blackouts, cancellations, widespread delays............We discuss how to hedge your holiday bets in an era of chaos and confusio...
Enjoy our guide to the varied and often surprising charms of the country at the heart of Europe, and just a train ride from the UK.
One of the delights and challenges of a trip abroad is deciding where to eat. We discuss listeners' opinions on what to look for and what to...
Mike Parker, author of the best selling "Map Addict," joins us to share his love affair with maps and his thoughts on the politics of cartog...
Author and professor, Jean Mcneil, joins us to talk about her new book, Latitudes, and leads us into some of the world's great wildernesses....
Which country should you choose for your first visit to South America? We assess the attractions and weigh up the pros and cons of four big-...
We discuss legendary music museums, Chinese airlines, sustainable breakfast buffets and the pros and cons of travelling with donkeys. Thanks...
Foragers take on anti-foragers in the great breakfast buffet debate, we continue the train limerick challenge and feature a topical update o...
We welcome Mark Smith, well known as "the man in seat 61" to discuss the bicentenary of the first official railway journey, a gift from the...
We discuss the possible impact on travel to the USA of the impending Donald Trump presidency while Simon reports from Florida on the often f...
Simon and Mick share their favourite travel moments from 2024- best views, meals and cultural encounters- before looking forward to 2025. Ha...
We talk to Dylan Harris, founder of Lupine Travel, about his tour company, how they decide on their destinations and what it's like to organ...
Simon recounts tales from his recent trek through Nepal's Lumba Sumba pass and, inspired by Rome's Trevi fountain we launch a strand of trav...
Simon Calder and Mick Webb compare their recent lofty experiences in Nepal and La Gomera respectively.
We wonder if Brown Bears are good or bad for tourism, hear listener Sally Naylor's tale of her split-second travel decision and discuss whet...
Philosopher and travel writer, Professor Emily Thomas, joins us to provide a cerebral take on motorways and their service areas. Thanks to D...
We look back at the last 5 years of travel, at the changes, the experience of Covid and Brexit and at the best and worst of the 200 podcasts...
We look back at the recent holiday season and mull over the highlights and headlines. What should we learn from them?
Our guest is Gordon Stone, editor of "Strider," the magazine of the Long Distance Walkers' Association. We discuss good treks, good preparat...
Taking bikes on trains, tussling with tensators and the trouble with tea bags. We share our, and listeners', tales of travel's challenges.
We welcome weather presenter Jo Wheeler to discuss the part the wind plays in our travels. Should we pay more attention to its wily ways? An...
We unveil the charms of this multinational and multicultural peninsula: food, drink, landscapes, historical sites and modern attractions. Is...
We hear what people look forward to most about coming home from a holiday And discuss the challenges facing the new government when it comes...
We enjoy the perfect day's walk along the Vanguard Way in southern England, taking in the forest haunts of Winnie the Pooh along the way. Pl...
We discuss the merits of visiting Australia in the wake of Mick's trip to the less fashionable West and North of this vast country. On the a...
We reveal some truths about the legendary Orient Express, including who was responsible for "murdering " it. Plus more travel miracles and u...