Parhaat Active Travel Podcastit (2024)

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Great (and Affordable) Travel Gifts They'll Actually WANT! 28:35

11d ago28:35

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Great (and Affordable) Travel Gifts They'll Actually WANT! Check out these 26 affordable and practical travel gifts your loved ones will actually enjoy and use! You'll probably pick out a few for yourself, like I did:) See photos and see complete SHOW NOTES HERE. 26 Travel Gift Ideas - 2024 Note that these are Amazon links and at no additional cost…

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Cycle Vietnam and Cambodia Active Travel Adventure 53:54

1M ago53:54

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Vietnam and Cambodia : Saigon to Angkor Wat Cycling Holiday An incredible way to explore Vietnam and Cambodia is by bike! On today's show, we take a fully guided cycling vacation to see some of the highlights of Vietnam and Cambodia, but since we explore by bike, we get a more authentic experience with the local people with the bonus of avoiding ma…

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Unspoiled Sri Lanka 9 Day Cycling Adventure 43:43

2M ago43:43

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Unspoiled Sri Lanka 9 Day Cycling Adventure See the Best of Sri Lanka on this nine day bicycling adventure travel tour. Ride through little touristed villages (the people will come out to wave at you with big smiles that you are visiting their country), magnificent tea plantations, lush national parks and along pristine coastline. Also take one of …

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How to Walk or Bike the El Camino de Santiago in Spain 59:56

2M ago59:56

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How to Walk or Bike the El Camino de Santiago in Spain Kit interviews Umberto di Venosa, founder of Follow the Camino, a tour company focused entirely on assisting 'pilgrims' plan and execute their Camino journey. Umberto gives us expert insight on what you need to think about when planning your El Camino. These can also be applied to any long dist…

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Mont Blanc Adventure : Hike the Alps thru France, Italy and Switzerland 47:11

2M ago47:11

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Classic Bucket List Alps trek of the tour du Mont Blanc circuit through three countries: Italy, France and Switzerland. The Mont Blanc Trek is considered one of the most beautiful hikes in the world! This adventure is the perfect combination of challenge, great food, culture and company. An absolutely wonderful vacation! On today's show, I go in de…

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Save Money on Travel - Part II 46:28

3M ago46:28

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How To Save Money on Travel - Part II We conclude our summer series on saving money yet still going on trips and adventures with Part II of 69 Ways to Save Money on Travel Costs. Today we drill down on dozens of ways you can save money on Travel. Be sure to get the monthly newsletter so you'll have a printer friendly cheat sheet listing all 69 trav…

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How to Save Money on Travel Part I 45:39

3M ago45:39

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How to Save Money On Travel Today we drill down on dozens of ways you can save money on Travel. Be sure to get the monthly newsletter so you'll have a printer friendly cheat sheet listing all 69 travel saving tips. No spam promise - unsubscribe anytime. You can listen to Part II of this series here. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES to see all 69 Ways to save mo…

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YOU Did it Story plus Ultra Lite Backpacking 48:43

4M ago48:43

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Today we learn how why you often have to choose between comfort at night or comfort during the day when it comes to backpacking. YOU DID IT!!! But before we tackle ultra lite backpacking though, Kit chats with Sam about how, because of this podcast, she and her husband are now including adventure on their travels - all because she accidentally foun…

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Bikepacking the Erie Canal Trail 30:03

4M ago30:03

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Bike Pack the Erie Canal from Buffalo to Albany Learn how to bike pack the 360 mile Erie Canal Trail : what you'll see, when to go, how many miles per day, where to sleep, and what gear to take. Learn how to plan your epic multi-day biking adventure and much more. Get insights into general bike packing from an experienced bike packer. COMPLETE SHOW…

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Bikepacking and Bike Touring Adventures 24:11

5M ago24:11

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Bikepacking and Bike Touring Adventures Today we discuss bike packing and bike touring (and the difference between the two). We'll cover: The difference between bike packing and bike touring Panniers versus bike bags for carrying your gear What kind of bags you'll need The six main cross country USA bike trails Rails to Trails - over 25,000 miles o…

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School Streets 56:46

5M ago56:46

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Dr. Tom Cohen, Reader in Transport at Westminster University and member of the Active Travel Academy interviews Dr. Asa Thomas, who recently completed his PhD research with the Active Travel Academy. Show notes and transcript link available at https://blog.westminster.ac.uk/ata/school-streets-ata-podcast-20242/. Show notes by Professor Rachel Aldre…

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Boat and Bike from Venice to Mantua 8 Day Cycling Adventure 34:20

5M ago34:20

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Boat and Bike from Venice to Mantua 8 Day Cycling Adventure What a fantastic way to explore Venice and the Italian countryside : by bike AND boat! On today's show, we learn about a super fun and affordable way to explore one of Europe's most popular countries, but since we are traveling different that the other tourists, we are usually away from th…

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Boat and Bike Provence - Camargue France 37:59

5M ago37:59

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8 Day Boat and Bike Tour of Provence - Carmargue France Today we head to one of the most beautiful and popular regions of France, yet away from the busy crowds in the south of France. We are heading to Provence and the Camargue region, on an 8 day boat and bike tour where we will visit fortresses and Roman ruins, enjoy local wines and cycle past vi…

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Seasoned Traveler Insights with Mollie of Stay In Good Company 1:06:38

6M ago1:06:38

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Seasoned Traveler Insights with Mollie of Stay In Good Company Kit was interviewed by host, Mollie, on the popular travel podcast, Stay In Good Company. In this episode, we share the entire episode, which also features Mollie's other well traveled guest's insights about travel, including slow travel and some of the fun and unusual lodging they've e…

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Trek to Everest Base Camp in Nepal : An Adventure For Regular Hikers (who train!) 52:52

7M ago52:52

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Trek to Everest Base Camp in Nepal : An Adventure For Regular Hikers (who train!) Looking for a superb challenge, surrounded by majestic beauty and a unique culture? Consider trekking to Everest Base Camp(EBC)! You hike on the same path as the folks who are attempting to climb Mount Everest, ending at EBC, the last village before their final climb.…

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Costa Rica Camino Long Distance Coast to Coast Hike with Home Stays : Part II 31:46

7M ago31:46

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Guided Costa Rica Camino with Homestays and Daily Luggage Transfer PART II: Join us as we continue our 175 mile/280 km Costa Rica Camino where, over 16 days, you walk from the Caribbean to the Pacific Ocean, across the entire country (indeed the continent and over the continental divide!). You'll experience an array of ecosystems and see wildlife a…

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Costa Rica Camino Long Distance Coast to Coast Hike with Home Stays : Part I 50:59

8M ago50:59

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Guided Costa Rica Camino with Homestays and Daily Luggage Transfer PART I: Join us as we discuss the new 175 mile/280 km Costa Rica Camino where, over 16 days, you walk from the Caribbean to the Pacific Ocean, across the entire country (indeed the continent and over the continental divide!). You'll experience an array of ecosystems and see wildlife…

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Patagonia Part II: Hike, Bike and Kayak Argentina and Chile 33:52

8M ago33:52

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Patagonia Part II: Hike, Bike and Kayak Argentina and Chile In this Part II of our Patagonia adventure, we begin at the end of our W-Trek at Lake Grey, where we switch our hiking gear for sea kayaks, and venture out in this beautiful lake to kayak around icebergs and glaciers. We then move to the other side of Patagonia, from Chile now on to Argent…

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Patagonia Part I: Hike the W Trek in Argentina 36:06

9M ago36:06

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Patagonia Part I: Hike the W Trek in Argentina Patagonia ranks in my Top 3 of the ‘Most Beautiful Places’ I’ve seen (and I’ve been to 50 countries and all seven continents). The rugged granite mountains are often snow capped in glaciers lit up by the sun. Those same glaciers have turned its many lakes into stunning milky blue and teal oasis that de…

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Galapagos Adventures: Go Independent or on a Group Tour? Part II 29:12

9M ago29:12

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Hike and Snorkel Adventures in the Galapagos Islands: Part II Learn all about visiting the Galapagos Islands and where to hike and snorkel. We discuss what you can see and do, and in particular, we also talk about whether you should visit independently or go with an adventure tour company? We discuss the pros and cons of both options in this two pa…

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Rafting the Grand Canyon Revisited 41:06

10M ago41:06

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The Grand Canyon is the United States' 15th national park and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also considered one of the Great Wonders of the World. Ontario-based climber Mike Grainger talks about his experience whitewater rafting on the Colorado River. He also gets to hike on the trip, and shares how a hybrid trip allows for couples and fam…

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Hike and Snorkel Adventures in the Galapagos Islands: Part I 47:01

10M ago47:01

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Hike and Snorkel Adventures in the Galapagos Islands: Part I Learn all about visiting the Galapagos Islands. We discuss what you can see and do. We also talk about whether you should visit independently or go with an adventure tour company? We discuss the pros and cons of both options in this two part series. Kit visits San Cristobal, Isabella and …

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Accessibility and Urban Design 48:53

10M ago48:53

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Dr. Harrie Larrington-Spencer, Research Fellow at the Active Travel Academy, interviews Professor Aimi Hamraie, who directs the Critical Design Lab, and whose research focuses on disability, accessibility, and urban design. Show notes and transcript link available at https://blog.westminster.ac.uk/ata/accessibility-and-urban-design-ata-podcast-2024…

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Explore Ireland by Horseback! Galway and Clare Multi Day Trail Ride 51:03

10M ago51:03

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Explore Ireland by Horseback! Galway and Clare Multi Day Trail Ride Choose a 5 or 7 night magical exploration of the Emerald Isle by horseback! You'll be riding 5-7 hours per day, as you explore ancient ruins, the Cliffs of Moher, stunning forests and sheep dotted pastures. Stay in a delightful 300 year old restored farmhouse and down in the villag…

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30 Best Travel Podcasts for 2024 18:35

11M ago18:35

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30 Best Travel Podcasts for 2024 My popular annual list of the best travel podcasts to check out for 2024. There are eighteen new shows on this year's list of the top travel podcasts to listen to in the new year. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES Get the complete list with active links HERE Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get…

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Grit and Resilience : One Woman's Story 49:59

11M ago49:59

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Grit and Resilience : One Woman's Story Eva Simons 'Embraces the Suck' After a Tragic Mauling to Reboot Her Life Sometimes life punches you in the face and your dreams shatter. That's what happened to my friend Eva one afternoon last year. Eva shows true grit and fortitude. Her inspirational story will encourage you to embrace the suck when life th…

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Improving Resilience and Grit 58:25

11M ago58:25

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Improving Resilience and Grit Adventures can be unpredictable at times. One thing you'll definitely need whenever you go on an adventure is grit. Toss in some fortitude and resilience, too! Fortunately, grit is a skill you can learn. On today's show, we dive deep into ways that we can improve our own resilience. This is an encore presentation of an…

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Avoiding Crowds on the El Camino : The First Stages of the French Way 40:04

12M ago40:04

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Avoid Crowds on the El Camino de Compostella There are three ways to avoid the crowds when doing the El Camino: avoid peak season, avoid the busiest routes, avoid the last 100 km into Santiago. Today's guest, David, chose a great way by walking the first two stages of the most popular route, the French Way, but instead of the last 100 km/60 miles l…

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25 Affordable Travel Gifts They'll Actually Want 32:51

1y ago32:51

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25 Affordable Travel Gifts They'll Actually Want You are sure to find a great travel gift for your loved ones (and even yourself:) on today's show! Discover 25 terrific gifts for under $60 - most $30 and under: Travel Gifts for Comfort Travel Gifts for Convenience Travel Treats and Little Luxuries Travel Gifts for Safety Armchair Travel Gifts Link …

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Advice for doing an El Camino These Days plus my Primitivo Camino 35:52

1y ago35:52

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Advice for doing an El Camino These Days plus my Primitivo Camino The El Camino is SUPER popular these days and is on many adventurer's wish list. Get important tips for avoiding crowds to ensure that YOU have a 'Buen Camino (Good Camino)" on this popular bucket list adventure. In addition to helpful insights on planning your El Camino, you will al…

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England's Coast to Coast Path : Walking Holiday 29:19

1y ago29:19

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England's Coast to Coast Walking Holiday Spend your holiday walking the UK's epic Coast to Coast path from Saint Bees to Robin Hoods Bay! You can walk one or both sections of this 180 mile/300 km trail (the mid-point is Kirby Stephen). Take a self-guided tour where your luggage is moved daily and all logistics are arranged for you with my affiliate…

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Boat and Bike Tour non-Touristy Greek Islands 40:59

1y ago40:59

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Boat and Bike Tour of the Cyclades and Saronic Islands of Greece Explore a less touristy and more authentic part of Greece on this week long boat and bike tour departing from Athens. Each day, you visit a different island and bike about a half day (e-Bikes available and recommended!). The rest of the time you are exploring charming Greek villages a…

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Hike the Israel National Trail - Long Distance Hiking 1:01:10

1y ago1:01:10

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Hike Israel's National Trail! Kit interviews Malia, who backpacked the entire 680 mile/1100 km Israel National Trail from Golan Heights to Eliat, via the Dead Sea, Jerusalem and Masada. On this magnificient long distance trail, that takes 45-60 takes to thru hike (60% of folks section hike it), you get a chance to experience Israel's beautiful moun…

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You Did It! Listener Stories 37:31

1y ago37:31

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YOU Did It!!! Listener Adventure Stories Today we start a new segment on the show featuring folks like you and me, who got inspired to step outside of their comfort zone and took on an adventure. While in the future, these will be shorter segments added to the regular show, I thought we'd start off with this incredible story of Sally, who thought s…

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Independent Travel Tips plus the Balkans 59:17

1+ y ago59:17

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Independent Travel Tips plus the Balkans Kit discusses her fall and winter exploration of the fascinating, beautiful and incredibly complicated Balkan region. In addition to some of her much loved travel tips, she shares impressions and experiences in Bosnia, Montenegro, Serbia, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Albania. If you think , "Balkans = War/No …

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Peru Adventures : Humantay, Palccoyo, Huacachina, Uyuni Salt Flats and more! 35:24

1+ y ago35:24

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In this Part II of my Peru adventures, we finish up our adventure travel tour with my affiliate, Active Adventures (exclusive listener promo code ATA200 to save $200 off ANY of Active Adventures epic worldwide tours!), and then my sister Terry and I head off on our own to explore other exciting places in southern Peru and Bolivia, including: Climb …

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Trek Machu Picchu and Hike and Bike the Sacred Valley of Peru 34:53

1+ y ago34:53

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Trek Machu Picchu plus Hike and Bike the Sacred Valley of Peru Join Kit as she describes her hiking adventure with her sister Terry. On this first part of their month long Peruvian and Bolivian adventure, they tackle a Bucket List adventure: trekking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. They also hike and bike the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and visit m…

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Queering Cartographic Methods 1:01:26

1+ y ago1:01:26

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Rachel Aldred, Professor of Transport and Director of the Active Travel Academy, interviews Ellis Fannin, a PhD researcher at the University of Manchester, about their research on queering cartographic methods. Show notes and transcript link available at https://blog.westminster.ac.uk/ata/queering-cartographic-methods/. Thanks to Ellis and to our A…

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The Power of Yes 30:57

1+ y ago30:57

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The Power of 'Yes' On today's special episode, we discuss the Power of Yes, and why saying 'yes' to opportunities that excite you, intrigue you and maybe even make you a bit nervous, can enhance your life and open up even more fantastic opportunities in the future. We talk about about when to say 'no' using Derek Sivers's philosophy of, "If it's no…

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Building Your Bucket List 52:13

1+ y ago52:13

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Bucket List Builder Building a Bucket List is a great way to help make sure you achieve your life's dreams. For some, it may mean climbing Kilimanjaro. Others may want to see the cherry blossoms in Japan. In today's fast paced world, it is easy to let your life and thus your years slip away without you doing those things you most want. Our guest on…

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Barriers to Black men cycling in London 54:34

1+ y ago54:34

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Dulce Pedroso, PhD researcher at the Active Travel Academy, interviews Akwesi Osei of Possible about his research into barriers to Black men cycling in London. Show notes and transcript link available at https://blog.westminster.ac.uk/ata/barriers-to-black-men-cycling-in-london-ata-podcast-3/. Thanks to Akwesi and Dulce and to our ATA interns, Rob …

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Austria Hike, Bike and Paddle Adventure 39:34

1+ y ago39:34

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Austria Hike, Bike and Paddle Adventure Hike, bike and paddle your way as you explore the Austrian alps in this active adventure holiday. This is a fantastic adventure if you want to be active but don't want it to be so hard core. It's also a great 'tester' holiday to see if you like adventure travel, or for multi-generational travel where not ever…

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Banff Canada : Hike, Bike and Paddle Adventure 37:22

1+ y ago37:22

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Have an amazing vacation in Banff Canada! Hike, bike, and paddle in one of Canada’s most scenic destinations. Soak in a hot tub while you watch the incredible night sky! Learn tips from a local on this podcast episode, download the FREE Banff Travel Planner and get more information and see pics on the website. We cover: When to visit Banff How to g…

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Greenland Expedition: Hike and Kayak the World's Largest Wilderness Fjord System 33:48

1+ y ago33:48

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Sail the East Coast Fjords of Greenland Come explore the rarely visited East Coast of Greenland for a unique polar experience! While sailing through the world's largest fjord system, you will get to explore the epic grandeur by foot and kayak, so you can get up close to the amazing landscape filled with mountains, glaciers, icebergs and maybe even …

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Planning for Trans Futures 1:05:02

1+ y ago1:05:02

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Professor Rachel Aldred, Director of the Active Travel Academy, interviews Matt C. Smith of Brighton University about their research into trans in planning, and trans experiences in the city. Show notes and transcript link available at https://blog.westminster.ac.uk/ata/planning-for-trans-futures-ata-podcast-20232/ Thanks to Matt and to our interns…

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Horseback Iceland Riding Adventure 46:46

1+ y ago46:46

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Explore Iceland by horseback! On today's show, we horseback ride Iceland's dramatic landscape of waterfalls, hot springs, mountains and valleys on a multi-day adventure tour. Learn what its like to take a horseback riding holiday. You'll hear what to expect and what to pack. You'll learn about the cozy ranch you stay end with its natural hot spring…

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American Ramble Neil King Jr 43:38

1+ y ago43:38

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American Ramble with Neil King Jr I interview author Neil King Jr. about his book, American Ramble : A Walk of Memory and Renewal, about his 330 mile walk from Washington DC to New York City. Part travelogue, part memoir and with much insight about the landscape he travels and the people he meets along his unorthodox and unforgettable journey. Buy …

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Neurodiversity in the City 1:06:40

1+ y ago1:06:40

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Professor Rachel Aldred, Director of the Active Travel Academy, interviews Dr. Therese Kenna of University College Cork about her research into experiences of neurodivergence in the city. Show notes and transcript link available at https://blog.westminster.ac.uk/ata/new-ata-podcast-season/ Thanks to Therese and to our interns, Rob Coates (who prepa…

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Behind the Scenes of a Polar Expedition Ship 24:54

1+ y ago24:54

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Hurtigruten's MS Fram : Expedition Ship Behind the Scenes Take a peek behind the scenes of a polar expedition ship, Hurtigruten's MS Fram, the ship I recently took on my three week expedition to Antarctica and the Falkland and South Georgia Islands. I wondered how they made things operate so smoothly when we were so far from civilization and a hard…

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Antarctica Expedition Part II 44:00

1+ y ago44:00

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Antarctica Expedition including the Falkland and South Georgia Islands Part II Best trip EVER! In Part I, we sailed to the Falklands and the South Georgia Islands. In today's show, we finally reach Antarctica, and the beauty and magic of what I see brings tears of joy to my eyes. In addition to all of the amazing glaciers and sculptural icebergs we…

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