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A tour guide from Orvieto explains why his Umbrian hill-town home is well worth a stop on your Italy itinerary. Then a rail enthusiast looks at train travel in Europe and beyond and considers how — and why — the US set off upon a different track. And a British journalist takes us along as she rides …A tour guide from Orvieto explains why his Umbrian hill-town home is well worth a stop on your Italy itinerary. Then a rail enthusiast looks at train travel in Europe and beyond and considers how — and why — the US set off upon a different track. And a British journalist takes us along as she rides the rails on a lively journey across India.more
There is a mirror said to reveal the truest, most precise reflection of oneself. It’s called the Aranmula Kannadi. The tradition of mirror-making has been passed down for generations by self-taught artisans in a small village in India. Journalist Eliot Stein has visited the village, and he talks abo…There is a mirror said to reveal the truest, most precise reflection of oneself. It’s called the Aranmula Kannadi. The tradition of mirror-making has been passed down for generations by self-taught artisans in a small village in India. Journalist Eliot Stein has visited the village, and he talks about the philosophical meaning behind these mirrors – and reveals what happens when he comes face-to-face with his own reflection.
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What if we stopped saving our dream journey for “one day” and booked it now? Wander Woman Phoebe Smith hits pause on the grind and takes a micro‑retirement across North India by rail—soaking in Kolkata’s dawn ferry music, the riot of colour at the flower market, and the earthy taste of chai, before …What if we stopped saving our dream journey for “one day” and booked it now? Wander Woman Phoebe Smith hits pause on the grind and takes a micro‑retirement across North India by rail—soaking in Kolkata’s dawn ferry music, the riot of colour at the flower market, and the earthy taste of chai, before tracing slower paths to Bodh Gaya, Varanasi and Agra. The result is an immersion into India that her late mother always wanted but whose death age 50 meant she never got to experience. Also...more
Kim Frank is an award‑winning writer, multimedia storyteller, and explorer whose work has appeared in The Explorers Journal, Sidetracked, and Earth Island Journal. She is a Fellow of The Explorers Club and the Royal Geographical Society. Kim’s latest book, Elephants in the Hourglass: A Journey of Re…Kim Frank is an award‑winning writer, multimedia storyteller, and explorer whose work has appeared in The Explorers Journal, Sidetracked, and Earth Island Journal. She is a Fellow of The Explorers Club and the Royal Geographical Society. Kim’s latest book, Elephants in the Hourglass: A Journey of Reckoning and Hope Along the Himalaya, reflects her deep engagement with the human elephant conflict in northeastern India.
In this episode, Kim joins me to talk about her personal and professional evolution from mom and fiction writer to author and storyteller, tackling one of the world’s lesser‑known environmental crises: the human‑elephant conflict.
This conversation moves beyond travel storytelling to explore deep themes of identity, fear, and the bravery required to act. Kim shares how she navigated self‑doubt, embraced vulnerability, and found strength through community. Listeners will gain insight into the realities of conservation work, especially the nuanced human‑elephant relationship in the Eastern Himalaya. You’ll also learn how storytelling and openness can bridge cultural gaps and inspire action for coexistence. Specific personal stories, like balancing motherhood with fieldwork, and philosophical reflections on the space between are woven throughout.
What’s one fear you’re holding that might be the gateway to your next big chapter, and how might acknowledging two truths about it help you move forward? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you’ll share by sending me an audio message.
Tune In To Learn:
How Kim’s childhood and family travels shaped her perspective on exploration and meaning
Why Elephants in the Hourglass became both a conservation story and personal memoir
What Kim learned about fear, confidence, and taking action in big life transitions
The role of mentorship and community in pursuing meaningful work
How cultural assumptions about motherhood impacted Kim’s work and identity
What the space between means and why it matters in our relationship to nature
The complexity of human‑elephant conflict and why simple narratives fall short
How language and framing influence conservation and public perception
Why holding opposing truths is essential to peaceful coexistence
Practical takeaways on curiosity, empathy, and openness in travel and life
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Global Editorial Director of Condé Nast Traveller Divia Thani joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets this week.
In this episode, Divia unpacks why India is both an amazing and challenging place to visit, why she loves visiting Saudi Arabia and recalls her profoundly transformative experience …Global Editorial Director of Condé Nast Traveller Divia Thani joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets this week.
In this episode, Divia unpacks why India is both an amazing and challenging place to visit, why she loves visiting Saudi Arabia and recalls her profoundly transformative experience attending the Kumbh Mela religious festival…
Plus, Divia discusses how she ended up going to university in rural Pennsylvania and shares her top tips for perfectly packing your suitcase every time.
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Places mentioned:
Nigeria
London, England
Dehradun, India
Mumbai, India
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Brandon, Pennsylvania, United States
AlUla, Saudi Arabia
Neom, Saudi Arabia
Ikoyi, London, England
Vietnam
The Ganges, India
Kasauli, India
Lanka, India
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10:24 Secret 1: Number 1 travel destination everybody should go to
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23:19 Secret 3: Most Over or Underrated travel experience
31:12 Secret 4: Best Food & Drink while travelling
In this episode of the Amateur Traveler, host Chris Christensen welcomes back Jonty Crane of Jonty Travels and The Tramping Life podcast to share practical advice and favorite sights from his many visits to India’s capital, Delhi.
This week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Trave…In this episode of the Amateur Traveler, host Chris Christensen welcomes back Jonty Crane of Jonty Travels and The Tramping Life podcast to share practical advice and favorite sights from his many visits to India’s capital, Delhi.
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Delhi is intense, historic, chaotic, and endlessly fascinating.
Jonty has visited Delhi six times over the past six years and offers a grounded perspective on how to experience the city without being overwhelmed. He recommends seeing Delhi in manageable doses, mixing headline attractions with quieter parks, tombs, and neighborhoods where daily life unfolds.
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The brilliant British actor Alistair Petrie joins Tanya Rose to share his travel secrets this week.
In this episode, Alistair discusses his nomadic childhood travelling across the world as a military family, shares his wild story of partying in a palace in India and tells all about his fascinating …The brilliant British actor Alistair Petrie joins Tanya Rose to share his travel secrets this week.
In this episode, Alistair discusses his nomadic childhood travelling across the world as a military family, shares his wild story of partying in a palace in India and tells all about his fascinating experience swimming with dolphins in Hawaii.
Plus, Alistair shares his poignant experience visiting the Taj Mahal with his family and reveals his favourite travel destination that is so underrated, they operate by word-of-mouth advertising only…
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Avik Mitra from A Chef’s Tour is back on the podcast to talk about the cuisine of the Bengal region of India. Avik tells Brent about the surprising Persian origin of Biryani, samosas from Uzbekistan and momos from Nepal.
Plus, we fit in a little Eric Clapton and Beatles talk. [Ep 360]
Show Notes:
…Avik Mitra from A Chef’s Tour is back on the podcast to talk about the cuisine of the Bengal region of India. Avik tells Brent about the surprising Persian origin of Biryani, samosas from Uzbekistan and momos from Nepal.
Plus, we fit in a little Eric Clapton and Beatles talk. [Ep 360]
Show Notes:
Destination Eat Drink foodie travel guide ebooks
Destination Eat Drink videos
Avik’s Kolkata Food Tour at A Chef’s Tour
Avik talking about Kolkata on Destination Eat Drinkmore
Avik Mitra is a foodie tour guide from Kolkata (aka Calcutta) India. He tells Brent fascinating stories from his childhood including his favorite dish, his Grandma’s lobster shrimp curry. Avik also talks about the exotic Kolkata spice market, a deep fried sweet called Gulab jamun, and water apples. …Avik Mitra is a foodie tour guide from Kolkata (aka Calcutta) India. He tells Brent fascinating stories from his childhood including his favorite dish, his Grandma’s lobster shrimp curry. Avik also talks about the exotic Kolkata spice market, a deep fried sweet called Gulab jamun, and water apples. Plus, dodging wild tigers! [Ep 359]
I'm bringing back some treasures from the Travel Diaries archive, while I take a little time off on maternity leave. And this one has to be one of the best - a name synonymous with travel, Dame Joanna Lumley. Joanna's appetite for adventure was deeply engrained from childhood. She was born in Kashmi…I'm bringing back some treasures from the Travel Diaries archive, while I take a little time off on maternity leave. And this one has to be one of the best - a name synonymous with travel, Dame Joanna Lumley. Joanna's appetite for adventure was deeply engrained from childhood. She was born in Kashmir in the last days of British India, the daughter of an army officer who served with the Gurkhas. Throughout her childhood her parents lived in Asia, moving to Hong Kong and Malaysia, while she spent term times at school in England.
From her early days as a fashion model, gracing the covers of magazines and strutting down runway, Joanna Lumley was destined for greatness. But it was her iconic role as Patsy in the hit TV series "Absolutely Fabulous" that truly catapulted her into the hearts of millions. I love Wikipedia’s description of Patsy - “an alcoholic, a chain smoker, and a frequent recreational drug user. She carries drugs with her at all times, storing joints in her trademark beehive."
After surviving solo on a desert island, on the groundbreaking show Girl Friday, Joanna soon became as synonymous with travel as she was with Ab Fab, setting off on epic journeys that would make even the most seasoned globetrotter green with envy, from Japan and India to the Caribbean and the Silk Route. What makes her so remarkable is not just her fearless spirit but her genuine love for the people she meets along the way. She champions causes close to her heart, advocating for the rights of the Gurkhas, supporting endless charities, and shedding light on the important issues affecting our world.
So, fasten your seatbelts and get ready as we embark on a journey through the extraordinary life and awe-inspiring travels of Joanna Lumley, from Malaysia to Uzbekistan, Italy to Indonesia.
Holly's travel diary: Heckfield Place, Berkshire, England
Joanna's Destination Recap:
• Kashmir, India
• Hong Kong
• Malaysia
• Batu Caves, Selangor, Malaysia
• Madagascar
• Delhi, India
• Uzbekistan
• Tash Rabat, Kyrgzystan
• Sienna, Italy
• Banda Islands, Indonesia
• Sudan
• Romania
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Olivier Award-winning actress Celia Imrie joins Tanya Rose to divulge her travel secrets this week.
In this episode, Celia discusses her life-changing experience filming The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel in India, why she believes everyone needs to visit the Grand Canyon and opens up about why she’ll …Olivier Award-winning actress Celia Imrie joins Tanya Rose to divulge her travel secrets this week.
In this episode, Celia discusses her life-changing experience filming The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel in India, why she believes everyone needs to visit the Grand Canyon and opens up about why she’ll never travel by plane again!
Plus, she recounts an eventful train journey from Bulgaria to Paris and explains why staying in an ice hotel didn’t quite live up to expectations…
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Nice, France
Grand Canyon, USA
New York, USA
Le Chantecler, Nice
La Petite Maison, Nice
Sofia, Bulgaria
Zagreb, Croatia
Udaipur, India
Jaipur, India
Estwatini (formerly known as Swaziland)
Inverness, Scotland
Australia
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03:21 Secret 1: Number 1 travel destination everybody should go to
06:55 Secret 2: Most unexpected travel experience
13:13 Secret 3: Most Over or Underrated travel experience
15:54 Secret 5: Best Food & Drink while travelling
Author Charmaine Craig had always felt mysteriously drawn to India—pulled by childhood family legends of ancestors who arrived there centuries ago and copper plates inscribed with ancient privileges that still hang in a Kochi synagogue. But it would take a chance encounter at a dinner party—and the …Author Charmaine Craig had always felt mysteriously drawn to India—pulled by childhood family legends of ancestors who arrived there centuries ago and copper plates inscribed with ancient privileges that still hang in a Kochi synagogue. But it would take a chance encounter at a dinner party—and the power of old friendship—to finally help her explore her roots.
She set out on a pilgrimage through Kerala's ancient Jewish communities with a former college boyfriend turned U.S. Ambassador to India and a mutual friend who orchestrated their reconnection. From sacred sunrises where three seas converge to an impossible meeting with the last two Jews of Kochi, Charmaine discovers that sometimes journeys into the past have the power to change your life—especially when you have good friends by your side.
Don't miss these transformative moments
The dinner party revelation that set everything in motion
Why Charmaine's childhood bedroom featured only one map—of India
The legend of her ancestor who saved a ruler's son in 10th-century India
Traveling by presidential motorcade through Kerala's lush landscapes
The 4 AM journey through cyclonic winds to witness sunrise where three seas meet
Meeting Keith and Queenie, the reclusive last Jews of Kochi who "never see visitors"
The moment in the sacred waters that changed everything
How friendship, timing, and ancestral calling converged to open a new chapter
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Gajendra is an expert on the cuisine of Delhi, India and a foodie tour guide for A Chef’s Tour. He tells Brent about the Street of Fried Bread, a market that makes you sneeze, and American spicy versus Indian spicy. Plus, a temple that serves 30,000 free meals every single day! [Ep 346]
Show Notes:…Gajendra is an expert on the cuisine of Delhi, India and a foodie tour guide for A Chef’s Tour. He tells Brent about the Street of Fried Bread, a market that makes you sneeze, and American spicy versus Indian spicy. Plus, a temple that serves 30,000 free meals every single day! [Ep 346]
Show Notes:
Destination Eat Drink foodie travel guides at Buy Me a Coffee
A Chef’s Tour food tour with Gajendra in Delhi, India
Bridget Crocker is a trailblazer in women's empowerment within the outdoor industry. A leading whitewater rafting guide in far-flung regions of Zambia, Ethiopia, the Philippines, Peru, Chile, Costa Rica, India, and the Western United States. During this interview, she discusses her new memoir The Ri…Bridget Crocker is a trailblazer in women's empowerment within the outdoor industry. A leading whitewater rafting guide in far-flung regions of Zambia, Ethiopia, the Philippines, Peru, Chile, Costa Rica, India, and the Western United States. During this interview, she discusses her new memoir The Rivers Daughter. Support your local bookstore and pickup a copy today!
Bridget is also a contributing author to Lonely Planet guidebooks and Travel Anthology and the Best Women's Travel Writing series from Travelers' Tales. Her work has been featured in magazines including Westways, Men's Journal, National Geographic Adventure, Trail Runner, Paddler, Outside, Vela, and Patagonia's blog, The Cleanest Line, among others. She lives in Malibu, California.
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00:04:36 - Connecting with Nature and Overcoming Challenges
00:09:04 - Overcoming Insecurity in Guide School
00:10:27 - Facing Fear on the Snake River
00:12:29 - Empowerment and Challenges in River Guiding
00:15:46 - Shifting Power Dynamics in Society
00:20:03 - Empowering Women Beyond Sexual Power
00:22:54 - Navigating Power Dynamics as Women
00:24:44 - Connecting Through Nyami Nyami and Zambezi
00:28:21 - Lessons on Allyship and Empowerment
00:30:35 - Understanding Grief Behind Rage
00:32:55 - Overcoming Obstacles in Relationships
00:36:53 - Embracing Change and Courage
00:40:29 - Embracing Change and New Experiences
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Travel vlogger Small Brained American sits down with Donnie and Chaps to trace his rise from rookie vids to worldwide travel antics. Plus, newcomer Zac makes his debut in “Gettin’ Cultured,” grilling the hosts on airport rituals and in-flight etiquette. Expect laughs, chaos, and a few lessons learned on the fly. Highlights:
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Franky Rousell, Founder and CEO of the award-winning interior design agency Jolie, joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets this week.
In this episode, Franky discusses why she believes Manchester is underrated, her transformative trip to India as a teenager and why Rome completely exceeded her …Franky Rousell, Founder and CEO of the award-winning interior design agency Jolie, joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets this week.
In this episode, Franky discusses why she believes Manchester is underrated, her transformative trip to India as a teenager and why Rome completely exceeded her expectations.
Plus, Franky reveals her unique travel tip and gives some helpful advice for finding the best dirty martini in New York…
Check out Franky’s guide to Manchester here.
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Places mentioned:
Hill Hotel, the Cotswolds
Los Angeles, USA
Stok Kangri, India
Rome, Italy
Winsome, Manchester
The Sparrows, Manchester
FRIEDA, Berlin
Au Top, Paris
Jupiter, New York
Corfu, Greece
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Robert Macfarlane speaks about his new book, Is a River Alive? In a powerful imaginative and physical journey, he takes us from well-worship in Cambridgeshire to an Ecuadorian cloud forest, to an Indian mega-city, finishing in the rapids of Quebec.
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 …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.
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Hear about travel to Kolkata, India (formerly Calcutta) as the Amateur Traveler talks to Sam Sarkar from Travels with Dr. Sam about this city built by the British East India Company.
Why should you go to Kolkata?
Sam says, "It's a real hidden secret. This is a city that has grand colonial building…Hear about travel to Kolkata, India (formerly Calcutta) as the Amateur Traveler talks to Sam Sarkar from Travels with Dr. Sam about this city built by the British East India Company.
Why should you go to Kolkata?
Sam says, "It's a real hidden secret. This is a city that has grand colonial buildings. It used to be the second city of the British Empire for the longest time. The first US consulate in the world was set up in Kolkata even before Thomas Jefferson was president in the late 17 hundreds. It's a city that has produced six Nobel laureates. There's a lot of art and culture festivals, and outstanding food. So I think there's a lot to see."
What Dr. Sam Recommends in Kolkata:
1. Start with European Heritage & Colonial Architecture
Walking Tour with Calcutta Walks — Sam's top recommendation for understanding Kolkata's colonial history and European architecture.
Highlights include:
Victoria Memorial — "British Taj Mahal," the most spectacular building in Kolkata.
St. Paul’s Cathedral
St. John’s Church, Kolkata (oldest Anglican church)
High Court Building
Writers’ Building
General Post Office, Kolkata
Governor’s House
The Lalit Great Eastern Kolkata (oldest continuously operating hotel in Asia — Mark Twain stayed there)
TIP: Go on a Sunday or during off-hours for less crowd. Buildings are beautifully lit at night.
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