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Excited for the next adventure? Where to Go, produced by the team behind the award-winning DK Eyewitness travel guides, is here to help. Each fortnight, hosts James and Lucy talk to local experts about the destination they have chosen to call their home, exploring their personal connection to the place, what makes it so special and the best things to see and do. And from time to time, they’ll be talking to some very special guests about their favourite places to go, alongside some quickfire ...
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On this week’s episode we are headed to the Caribbean island of Jamaica! James and Lucy are joined by food writer and West Winds author Riaz Phillips, who shares his recommendations on the island, including, of course, all things food and drink. Tune in for Jamaica’s incredible culinary diversity, a spell-binding blue lagoon and places to support t…
In an episode certain to inspire your inner adventurer, travel writer Shafik Meghji returns to the podcast to talk about Bolivia – the subject of his new book – as well as his adventures in India and Antarctica. Tune in for incredible landscapes and high-altitude football pitches in Bolivia, remote Buddhist monasteries and erotic carvings in India,…
This week on Where to Go we’re heading to the north of England to the city of Manchester, famed for its industrious spirit, musical legacy and sporting eminence. Travel writer and Manchester local Dan Stables reveals his must-see sights, the city's best curry house, how to make the most out of (all too rare) sunny days and where his football allegi…
Where to Go returns for series 4 with an episode guaranteed to make you hungry! Author and editor for LA Taco, Javier Cabral is on the mic making James and Lucy drool with his must-eats in Los Angeles. Sharing all the knowledge that comes with being a passionate food writer, Javier reveals everything from the top spot for dim sum to his favourite s…
Want to find out where you'll visit next? Where to Go, produced by the team behind the award-winning DK Eyewitness travel guides, is here to help. Subscribe to be the first to get our new fortnightly episodes, with Season 4 starting on Thursday 28th April. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…
Before James and Lucy return with series 4 of Where to Go, they are joined in this special episode by some of the DK Eyewitness team to talk about their 2022 travel plans. They also answer some of your burning travel questions to help you plan your trips this year. Don't miss the new series of Where to Go starting on 14 April 2022! See acast.com/pr…
In this edition of Where to Go, Munich-based travel writer Kate Mann chats to James and Lucy about the Bavarian city. She takes us through its friendly neighbourhoods, delicious bakeries and food markets. Listen out for a big surfing wave, how to eat breakfast with sausages and wheat beer, and a huge boat on train tracks turned into a bar. See acas…
This time on Where to Go we travel to Toronto where Lucy and James speak to writer and curator Sajae Elder. Sajae takes us off the usual tourist track to some of the best places to eat, dance, and spend time. In a city bursting with events and festivals, listen out for the best places to celebrate Pride, the Caribbean carnival ‘Caribana’, and Salsa…
In this episode cook and writer Marti Buckley takes James and Lucy on a virtual tour of the Basque Country from the Guggenheim to La Rioja. As well as discussing the unique culture and scenery of the Basque Country, no trip to the area is complete without sampling the region's rich culinary heritage, and Marti takes our hosts through a tasting menu…
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Nepal, India and London with Santosh Shah
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In a special episode, James and Lucy talk to MasterChef: The Professionals finalist Santosh Shah about his culinary journey through the kitchens of Nepal, Gujarat and London and his passion for celebrating and promoting Nepali cuisine ahead of the launch of his debut cookbook Ayla. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…
This time on Where to Go we travel to Amsterdam where Lucy and James speak to Sarah Chetrit, a digital content creator and travel and lifestyle blogger based in the city. They talk Amsterdam’s food, lifestyle, and iconic canals whilst also touching upon the city’s unique, liberal culture. Listen out for the best view of the city to watch the long s…
Today James and Lucy travel to Florence, joined by Mary Gray, a Mississippi-born writer, journalist, and editorial consultant who’s been based in Florence for nine years. A city famed for its architecture, art history, and food, Mary guides us through the must-sees but also the other side of the city, debunking the myth of La Dolce Vita. Listen out…
In this episode of Where to Go, James and Lucy are hopping over to Wales, where they are joined by Ben Holbrook who is a travel writer, photographer, and filmmaker based in the Gower Peninsula. Ben guides James and Lucy through this beautiful country which is famed for its spectacular coastline and countryside. Listen out for a slice of the Amalfi …
This week James and Lucy are joined by a special guest: endurance athlete, adventurer, speaker and best selling author Nick Butter. He’s the first person to complete a marathon in every country of the world and holds 4 world records, and 2 world firsts. Nick talks to James and Lucy about three of his favourite travel destinations: Kiribati, Guatema…
In this edition of Where to Go, Portland native Alex Frane chats to James and Lucy about the city's creative community – in particular, that of its famed food and drink scene. Tour through mico-breweries, food carts and local wine producers with Alex, and also importantly hear about how the events of the past few years have impacted life in the cit…
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Travel Local: London, San Francisco and Berlin
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In today’s special episode, to celebrate the release of DK Eyewitness’ new Like a Local travel guide series, James and Lucy talk to three different writers who have worked on some of the first editions: Londoner Olivia Pass, San Franciscan Matt Charnock and Berliner Barbara Woolsey. Olivia talks lidos, beautiful cemeteries and a secret chapel-cum-c…
In this week’s episode James and Lucy are joined by Like a Local: Copenhagen author Allan Mutuku-Kortbæk. Allan takes us through the different neighbourhoods of the Danish capital where old meets new in this progressive and inclusive city. Listen out for a secret deer park, historic amusement parks and one of the world's best cocktail bars. See aca…
Kicking Season 3 off, James and Lucy speak to travel expert Holly Rubenstein, host of The Travel Diaries podcast. Now on the ‘other side’ of the mic, Holly talks to James and Lucy about three of her favourite travel destinations: Miami, The Cotswolds, and West Sussex. Listen out for art deco architecture and street art in Miami, the best treehouses…
In the final episode of Series 2, James and guest host Danielle chat to Dayna McAlpine, a food and drink writer from Edinburgh. Dayna takes us on a tour through the city, from Arthur's Seat to the Fringe, and to lesser-known corners of the capital. Listen out for eating and drinking in Leith, wild swimming in Portobello and the nightclub which beca…
James and Lucy visit Portugal's capital Lisbon in this episode, joined by Sofie Couwenbergh, a Belgian-born, Lisbon-based travel writer who made Lisbon her home last year. Sofie gives us a feel for the city famous for its coloured tiles (Azulejos), viewpoints, and Fado music. Listen out for a secret Chinese speakeasy, trying 18 different types of p…
In this episode James and Lucy are joined by some of the DK Eyewitness team to discuss their summer travel plans. From UK staycations in London and Dorset through to Tuscan weddings and horse riding in Portugal, the team have quite a few exciting plans to share... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…
This time James and Lucy are joined by Maria Åstrand, co-founder of the Barcelona Food Experience blog, taking a foodie's tour of the city with her. You'll hear about both the traditional and modern side of food in Barcelona and how restaurants have fared during the pandemic. Listen out for Asian-Caribbean fusion food, botanical bars and cured tuna…
In this special episode of Where to Go, James and Lucy are joined by bestselling author Kevin Kwan to discuss some of his favourite travel destinations. The author behind the Crazy Rich Asians series, Kevin takes us on a journey to his childhood in Singapore, adventures in New York City and regular escapes to the island of Capri: the setting for hi…
James and guest host Elspeth travel to South Africa this week with Johannesburg-based travel guide and writer Jabulile Ngwenya. Hear Jabu, James and Elspeth discuss the diversity of the country, including its cities, natural wonders and people. Importantly, Jabu talks about the ethics of safari tourism and how to make sure you are supporting local …
In this episode all about Cornwall and the South West Coast Path, James and Lucy speak to a very special guest – author Raynor Winn. They discuss her 630-mile adventure around the Path that led to her writing her first book, 2018's The Salt Path and her subsequent move to Cornwall. Listen out for proof of the healing power of nature, her love of gu…
In this special edition of the podcast, to celebrate the release of our book Ride: Cycle the World, James speaks to writers Jenny Tough and Tom Owen and editors Elspeth Beidas and Rachel Laidler. They discuss their favourite cycle rides, top bikepacking tips, and how the book came about. Listen out for spomenik-hunting in North Macedonia, close enc…
James and Lucy find themselves in Berlin this week being guided through the city with Kash Bhattacharya, also known as 'The Budget Traveller'. They talk about the city's diverse neighbourhoods, some of the best parks for summer visits, Berlin's complex history, and the Christopher Street Day Parade (aka Berlin Pride). Listen out for the best kebabs…
James and Lucy head to Nashville to see Music City with journalist and creative business champion Libby Callaway. They talk about the city’s creative renaissance, the ‘Third Coast’, the coolest things to see and of course, the city’s live music scene and heritage. Listen out for oyster bars, bachelorette parties and HonkyTonk Tuesday. See acast.com…
This week Lucy and James are joined by travel writer Lucy Dayman, direct from her adopted home of Tokyo. They discuss life in the city, Tokyo's neighbourhoods, must-do experiences and the forthcoming Summer Olympic Games. Listen out for plum blossoms, Pleasure Forest, Mari Kar (not a typo) and information about the forthcoming book Tokyo: Like A Lo…
Where to Go returns for a second season with a special first episode all about Iceland – a destination topping many travellers' post-vaccination adventure lists. Joining James and Lucy is photographer and influencer Ása Steinars, who is set to launch a new company taking visitors around the country’s famous ring road in the cosy confines of a campe…
Our final episode of this season of Where to Go looks at the year ahead: 2021. This year promises to be the year where we'll be able to travel once again and – to optimistically look ahead to that – James and Lucy are joined in this special edition by an array of guests from earlier episodes in the series, as well as the DK Eyewitness editorial tea…
In more normal times, Ireland and Dublin enthral millions of visitors every year. Dublin is the all-signing, all-dancing capital: home to historical architecture, eye-opening cultural institutions, an unparalleled music scene and – of course – that all-important pint of Guinness. Meanwhile the island of Ireland contains some of Europe’s most dramat…
London is a city that's always full of energy – think the reverie and theatres of Soho, the packed pubs of the East End, the buzzing commuters pacing The City and the packed galleries and food markets along the Southbank. But what happens when everything stops? This week James and Lucy are joined by writer Julie Falconer, also known as A Lady in Lo…
Paris is a treasure trove of things to see and do. But it's not just the famous sights that make the city so appealing to visitors – it's the vibrant local scene found across the city's many neighbourhoods – think cool cafes, brilliant bookshops and of course, some of the world's best food. This week, Lucy and James pay the city a virtual visit in …
It's the journey, not the destination, so the saying goes. In this bumper edition of Where to Go, we celebrate the launch of the new DK Eyewitness book Unforgettable Journeys by looking at the art of slow travel. Joining our hosts are adventure writer Shafik Meghji and editor Rebecca Flynn. As a bonus, writers Sarah Hedley Hymers and Sophie Ibbotso…
James and Lucy celebrate the release of USA National Parks: Lands of Wonder in conversation with two of the book's authors: James Edward Mills and Stefanie Payne. They explore the rich history and heritage behind the parks; how important the US National Parks are in American life; and why the time is now – after the events of 2020 – for Americans t…
Scotland is a land of contrasts: wonderful modern cities, breathtaking castle-strewn countryside and the wild majesty of the Highlands and islands. This week, James and guest host Danielle pay the country a virtual visit in the excellent company of travel blogger and itinerary planner Kay Gillespie (aka The Chaotic Scot) and Calum Gillies of the Is…
It’s time to visit the Big Apple. Lucy and James are taken around by travel writers Kweku Ulzen and Lauren Paley, finding out where to start on your first visit, the best things to do and hearing all about their favourite New York stories. As a difficult year draws to a close for NYC, we also find out how the events of 2020 have affected it and wha…
James and Lucy virtually travel to Sweden with award-winning photographer and writer Lola Akinmade Åkerström. They look at what makes Sweden so special, tips for first-time visitors, how the country’s approach to coronavirus has impacted travel and the unique connection between Swedes and the great outdoors. They also discuss Lola’s own journey to …
Our first episode sees Lucy and James visit Italy in the company of travel writer Toni DeBella, joining us from her home in Orvieto, a historic medieval town in Umbria. They discuss the country's unique character (including the dolce far niente – 'the sweetness of doing nothing'), must-sees for first time visitors and Toni's own relationship with I…
Want to find out where you'll visit next? Where to Go, produced by the team behind the award-winning DK Eyewitness travel guides, is here to help. Subscribe to be the first to get our new fortnightly episodes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Your 2020 Travel Wishlist - EP15 - Escape Podcast
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Welcome to this week’s special episode of Escape, today we’re looking travel adventures for 2020 and Simon is bringing you his Wishlist, hoping to lift a bit of that winter gloom! Points of Interest: Montenegro: www.visit-montenegro.comLondon —> Tirana: https://www.google.com/flights?lite=0#flt=/m/04jpl./m/07m_f.2020-02-01*/m/07m_f./m/04jpl.2020-02…
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Top travel euphemisms - EP14 - Escape with Simon Calder
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Welcome to this week’s episode of Escape with Simon Calder where we’re joined by expert travel guide, Paul Goldstein. This week Paul will be digging into travel euphemism, how to spend 48 hours in Barcelona and whilst on the topic of Spain, let’s discuss issues with drinking in the streets…Contact Simon: Twitter @SimonCalderInstagram @simon_calderP…
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A guide to using a guidebook with DK Eyewitness - Ep13 - Escape Podcast
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Welcome to this week’s episode of Escape with Simon Calder, we’re delighted to be joined once again by Georgina Dee, Head of Travel Publishing at Guidebook publisher DK Eyewitness.This week Georgina and Simon will be covering a masterclass in ‘how to use a guidebook’, 48 hours in this weeks city destination, Singapore, plus top safety tops for when…
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Best Safaris in Africa - Ep12 - Escape Podcast
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Welcome to this week’s episode of Escape with Simon Calder, this week we’re joined once again by adventure tour leader, photographer and wildlife expert, Paul Goldstein! Coming up in this episode, Paul will be conducting a masterclass on African Safaris, plus how to spend 48 hours in Vancouver and whether its still worth visiting the Caribbean duri…
