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Indie Travel Podcast

The Best Travel Podcast – Travel tips and advice for independent explorers of the world.

Helping people like you travel well since 2006

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Meet Your Travel Podcast Hosts

Indie Travel Podcast hosts Craig and Linda Martin started travelling full-time in 2006. From their home in New Zealand, Oceania to Asia, Europe, South America, North America, and Africa. Antarctica remains out of reach!

We love meeting people to share experiences (and drinks!). We seek out lesser known attractions, strange festivals, and plan trips with the breathing space to change plans and explore.

We bounce between hiking (often the Camino) and staying in hostels or AirBNBs to lux accommodation while following our love of wine and spirits.

Explore the site, with over 15 years of travel stories and experiences, download the podcast on iTunes, and — most importantly — travel well!

Recent Travel Podcasts and Stories

Best Tours in San Marino to explore the city, stories and history
Featured | San Marino

Best Tours in San Marino to explore the city, stories and history

ByCraig and Linda August 19, 2023

San Marino is an amazing place: a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a beautiful micronation, and just fun to visit. But what are the best tours in San Marino? I’m glad you asked… Best Tours in San Marino by Type We’ve searched out the best walking tours of San Marino, found an excellent e-bike tour in…

Read More Best Tours in San Marino to explore the city, stories and historyContinue

spaceship in st heliers beach auckland new zealand
England | Scotland

Spaceship Campers in the UK – everything you need to know

ByCraig and Linda April 7, 2023

Spaceships are compact campers that are available in England and Scotland without any add-on European travel or one-way fees – and that makes them perfect for exploring: fly into one city, road trip to another, and fly out with no added costs! In the UK, Spaceships has two types of vehicle: camper vans and motorhomes….

Read More Spaceship Campers in the UK – everything you need to knowContinue

spaceship in st heliers beach auckland new zealand
Australia

Spaceship Campers in Australia – everything you need to know

ByCraig and Linda April 9, 2023

Spaceships are compact campers that are available from seven Australian locations without any one-way fees – and that makes them perfect for exploring: fly into one city, road trip to another, and fly out with no added costs! I love to hire Spaceship Campers because they drive and park like a car — they’re converted…

Read More Spaceship Campers in Australia – everything you need to knowContinue

spaceship in st heliers beach auckland new zealand
New Zealand

Spaceship Campers in New Zealand – everything you need to know

ByCraig and Linda April 9, 2023

Spaceships are compact campers that started in NZ and are now also available in Australia and the UK. I love to hire Spaceship Campers in New Zealand because they drive and park like a car — they’re converted people movers — but give you the freedom and flexibility of a full-sized motorhome. This is especially…

Read More Spaceship Campers in New Zealand – everything you need to knowContinue

Nine Spectacular Things to do on Kangaroo Island
Australia

Nine Spectacular Things to do on Kangaroo Island

ByCraig and Linda March 5, 2022

Kangaroo Island, South Australia is jam-packed with things to do, for local visitors and international tourists. Our favourite things to do on Kangaroo Island.

Read More Nine Spectacular Things to do on Kangaroo IslandContinue

Photo of Tigre during a boat ride
Argentina | Uruguay

3 Incredible Day Trips from Buenos Aires

ByStephanie Ockerman April 7, 2023

Get away from the crowds and the noise of Buenos Aires with these three easy day trips to Tigre, San Isidro, and Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay.

Read More 3 Incredible Day Trips from Buenos AiresContinue

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Most Popular Travel Blogs

Best Tours in San Marino to explore the city, stories and history
Featured | San Marino

Best Tours in San Marino to explore the city, stories and history

ByCraig and Linda August 19, 2023

San Marino is an amazing place: a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a beautiful micronation, and just fun to visit. But what are the best tours in San Marino? I’m glad you asked… Best Tours in San Marino by Type We’ve searched out the best walking tours of San Marino, found an excellent e-bike tour in…

Read More Best Tours in San Marino to explore the city, stories and historyContinue

Passport pen and wallet
Featured | Packing For Travel

What to pack in your under-seat carry-on bag

ByLinda Martin August 19, 2023

What to pack in the carry-on bag that you put under the seat in front of you, for a comfortable short- or long-haul flight. Listen to our carry-on-bag packing podcast.

Read More What to pack in your under-seat carry-on bagContinue

Konigsee
Austria | Featured | Germany

The Best Day Trip from Salzburg: Konigsee and the Salzburg Salt Mines

ByLinda Martin August 19, 2023

While there’s plenty to do in the picturesque town of Salzburg, if you want a day out then it’s easy to create an independent day trip across the border to Germany.

Read More The Best Day Trip from Salzburg: Konigsee and the Salzburg Salt MinesContinue

Rolling hills on the Cotswold Way.
England | Featured

My Cotswold Way packing list — and what I wish I had left behind!

ByCraig Martin August 19, 2023

A light pack is always your friend, and when packing for the Cotswold Way, it’s easy to keep that weight down. Check out our Cotswold Way packing list.

Read More My Cotswold Way packing list — and what I wish I had left behind!Continue

Burning man women's clothes
Featured | Festival | United States of America

The checklist: How to pack for Burning Man (2022)

ByLeigh Shulman August 19, 2023

Packing for Burning Man, be it your first time or not, is an overwhelming experience. This what to pack list will help you be prepared for anything.

Read More The checklist: How to pack for Burning Man (2022)Continue

Wine tasting Jerez Spain
Featured | Spain

Sherry Tours – The Best Wineries of Jerez (Visited and Reviewed)

ByLinda Martin August 19, 2023

Not all Jerez winery tours are created equal, though, so make sure to consider your needs carefully before choosing which winery to visit.

Read More Sherry Tours – The Best Wineries of Jerez (Visited and Reviewed)Continue

More Popular Travel Podcasts and Stories

How to celebrate the Vardavar Festival in Armenia
Armenia | Festival

How to celebrate the Vardavar Festival in Armenia

ByLusine Mkhitaryan March 26, 2018

For a unique experience, head to Armenia in July to take part in the Vardavar Festival, when everyone takes to the streets to throw water at each other.

Read More How to celebrate the Vardavar Festival in ArmeniaContinue

How to get around Italy – Your Best Transport Options
Italy

How to get around Italy – Your Best Transport Options

ByLinda Martin May 9, 2022

Once you’ve decided to head to Italy (and let’s be honest, that’s not a hard decision to make) you have to consider Italy transport: how will you get there, and how will you get around?

Read More How to get around Italy – Your Best Transport OptionsContinue

How to visit the Alhambra in Granada
Spain

How to visit the Alhambra in Granada

ByLinda Martin April 13, 2018

The Alhambra is a must-do activity when you’re in Granada, but you need to be a little prepared to get the most out of your visit.

Read More How to visit the Alhambra in GranadaContinue

Travel diary: Five months in New Zealand
Australia | New Zealand | Travel diary

Travel diary: Five months in New Zealand

ByLinda Martin September 12, 2018

Five months in New Zealand (and about five weeks in Australia) have shown us that there’s no place like home… and also, no place like the open road.

Read More Travel diary: Five months in New ZealandContinue

MassKara Philippines festival by Jasjit Singh
Festival | Philippines

MassKara: the festival of smiles

ByJasjit Singh August 14, 2022

Vibrant colours, parades, costumes, food stalls – you name it, the MassKara festival has it! Find out more about this vibrant event, which is held in Bacolod, the Philippines, every October.

Read More MassKara: the festival of smilesContinue

Riga and Rundale: the Latvia podcast
Latvia

Riga and Rundale: the Latvia podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 25, 2015

Riga’s the biggest city in the Baltics, the most-vibrant city, and the place with the best nightlife. In English-speaking Europe, the capital of Latvia is also known as the stag- and hen-party capital of the region.

Read More Riga and Rundale: the Latvia podcastContinue

Put your bag under the bus.
Travel

How to travel by long-distance bus podcast

ByLinda Martin October 20, 2016

Long-distance bus is one of the most common forms of transport out there. As an independent traveller, you’re sure to find yourself on one or more long bus trips. Find out how to travel by long-distance bus in this episode of the Indie Travel Podcast

Read More How to travel by long-distance bus podcastContinue

7 Ways to find lesser-known attractions when travelling
Travel

7 Ways to find lesser-known attractions when travelling

ByCraig and Linda May 3, 2022

Talk to locals or other travellers, find information online or off, or just head out to explore. Here’s how to find lesser-known attractions in your travel destination.

Read More 7 Ways to find lesser-known attractions when travellingContinue

Hotels can be a great place to meet people.
Travel

How to be a good hostel guest

ByLinda Martin November 27, 2015

Staying in hostels is a great way to save money and meet other travelers. Make your experience better by following these tips for being a good hostel guest.

Read More How to be a good hostel guestContinue

Remember, you can wash your clothes while you travel!
Packing For Travel

What clothes to pack podcast

ByCraig and Linda March 31, 2017

Learn how to pack smart. Clothes make up a fair percentage of the things in your backpack. If you take too many clothes, you end up with a heavy bag or no room for other essentials, and if you take too few clothes – well, let’s not go there.

Read More What clothes to pack podcastContinue

Travel toiletries podcast: slim it down!
Travel Gear

Travel toiletries podcast: slim it down!

ByCraig and Linda May 2, 2022

Your toiletry kit can be one of the heaviest things you pack, or it could be one of the lightest – which sounds better? Find out how to achieve the second option.

Read More Travel toiletries podcast: slim it down!Continue

Hotels can be a great place to meet people.
Travel

Hostelling podcast: 7 reasons hostels rock and how to really enjoy them

ByCraig and Linda August 7, 2018

Seven reasons that hostels rock. The pros of cheap accommodation for travellers.

Read More Hostelling podcast: 7 reasons hostels rock and how to really enjoy themContinue

Travel to Cusco, Peru podcast
Peru

Travel to Cusco, Peru podcast

ByCraig and Linda May 26, 2016

Cusco, Peru is definitely worth a visit. Make sure you see what Cusco has to offer, don’t just get caught up in the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

Read More Travel to Cusco, Peru podcastContinue

Phone
Travel

Ten podcasts to travel with

ByCraig Martin June 3, 2017

Ten excellent podcasts for travellers. Best travel podcasts for people on the road.

Read More Ten podcasts to travel withContinue

An alternative guide to London
England

An alternative guide to London

ByStephanie Pelser May 11, 2022

London is (with good reason) a tourist hotspot, and most of it has already been discovered. This alternative guide to London has some lesser-known options.

Read More An alternative guide to LondonContinue

Thessaloniki food tour
Greece

Top 10 things to do in Greece

ByLinda Martin December 6, 2017

Packed full of history, favour, and islands, Greece is a destination that’s unlikely to disappoint. The only question is — what are the best things to do in Greece?

Read More Top 10 things to do in GreeceContinue

How to get from Lanzarote to Fuerteventura, Spain
Spain

How to get from Lanzarote to Fuerteventura, Spain

ByLinda Martin May 11, 2022

Sometimes it makes sense to fly to an alternative airport and make your way to your final destination by ground transport. In the Canary Islands, if you’re going to Fuerteventura, you might want to fly into Lanzarote.

Read More How to get from Lanzarote to Fuerteventura, SpainContinue

Top dishes to try in South Korea
South Korea

Top dishes to try in South Korea

ByJemima Lopez March 9, 2012

Some of the best food to try while is Korea is also some of the most commonly found — so get tasting!

Read More Top dishes to try in South KoreaContinue

Gorgeous beach view with pohutukawa tree in new zealand
New Zealand

Auckland rocks: why you should visit our home town

ByLinda Martin September 12, 2018

Auckland’s a great city that deserves its high quality of living rating. It’s definitely worth spending a few days in when you’re in New Zealand.

Read More Auckland rocks: why you should visit our home townContinue

Austria's a great country to get around by train.
Travel

How to use a Eurail pass

ByLinda Martin June 30, 2013

Eurail passes are pretty easy to use, though there’s a little bit of admin to do.

Read More How to use a Eurail passContinue

How to visit the Itaipu Dam from Ciudad del Este, Paraguay
Paraguay

How to visit the Itaipu Dam from Ciudad del Este, Paraguay

ByLinda Martin May 24, 2012

An independent trip to the Itaipu dam is an easy, cheap day out from Ciudad del Este using the public bus system — much more fun than an organised tour would be!

Read More How to visit the Itaipu Dam from Ciudad del Este, ParaguayContinue

Malta bus by Linzello on Flickr
Malta

How to get around in Malta

ByCraig and Linda May 6, 2016

Bus travel in Malta is a fun, if sometimes bumpy, experience.

Read More How to get around in MaltaContinue

Top ten things to do in Salzburg podcast
Austria

Top ten things to do in Salzburg podcast

ByCraig and Linda March 25, 2023

What are the best things to do in Salzburg? After our recent time in Salzburg, we talk about what we got up to, and our top ten picks for your visit.

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Australia

Three day-trips from Sydney

ByStephanie Lee September 29, 2011

Sydney’s a fantastic place, with a lot to do in the city itself, and it also offers some great options for day trips — head to the Blue Mountains, Berry, or the Hunter Valley.

Read More Three day-trips from SydneyContinue

10 ways to make friends while travelling podcast
Travel

10 ways to make friends while travelling podcast

ByLinda Martin August 14, 2022

It’s possible to feel lonely while traveling — even if you’re travelling with a partner, friend or family member! That’s why making friends while travelling is so important.

Read More 10 ways to make friends while travelling podcastContinue

What to do in Bath, UK
England

What to do in Bath, UK

ByLinda Martin April 30, 2023

Travel to Bath, England and be rewarded with Roman Baths and Georgian architecture, all in a World Heritage site. Attractions and things to do in Bath, UK.

Read More What to do in Bath, UKContinue

spaceship in st heliers beach auckland new zealand
New Zealand

Spaceship Campers in New Zealand – everything you need to know

ByCraig and Linda April 9, 2023

Spaceships are compact campers that started in NZ and are now also available in Australia and the UK. I love to hire Spaceship Campers in New Zealand because they drive and park like a car — they’re converted people movers — but give you the freedom and flexibility of a full-sized motorhome. This is especially…

Read More Spaceship Campers in New Zealand – everything you need to knowContinue

Salzburg accommodation
Travel

Things I look for in a luxury getaway

ByCraig Martin March 23, 2022

What do you look for in a luxury getaway? Here are a few of my favourite things… and they might not be what you expect!

Read More Things I look for in a luxury getawayContinue

Four coffees on Context Coffee tour of Melbourne Australia
Australia | New Zealand

Get to know your South Pacific coffee

ByLinda Martin December 6, 2017

Wherever you go for coffee in New Zealand and Australia, you’ll need to know the local parlance to help you find the right brew for you.

Read More Get to know your South Pacific coffeeContinue

spaceship in st heliers beach auckland new zealand
Australia

Spaceship Campers in Australia – everything you need to know

ByCraig and Linda April 9, 2023

Spaceships are compact campers that are available from seven Australian locations without any one-way fees – and that makes them perfect for exploring: fly into one city, road trip to another, and fly out with no added costs! I love to hire Spaceship Campers because they drive and park like a car — they’re converted…

Read More Spaceship Campers in Australia – everything you need to knowContinue

Travel in Vilnius, Lithuania podcast
Lithuania

Travel in Vilnius, Lithuania podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 26, 2015

While Lithuania might not be the first country one thinks of when travelling to Europe, its capital Vilnius is definitely worth a stop. It’s the European capital of culture for 2009, and for good reason – Vilnius is packed with character. A long and turbulent history has resulted in an edgy, engaging city.

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Baby Boomer Travel: the good, the bad, and going solo
Travel

Baby Boomer Travel: the good, the bad, and going solo

ByLeyla Giray April 20, 2018

You might have dreamed of travel all your life, but now you think you’re too old for it. You’re not. The pros and cons of baby boomer travel as a solo woman, by experienced independent traveller and solo travel author, Leyla Giray.

Read More Baby Boomer Travel: the good, the bad, and going soloContinue

4 great things to do in Córdoba on a Sunday – Not everything is closed!
Spain

4 great things to do in Córdoba on a Sunday – Not everything is closed!

ByCristina Ene March 31, 2022

Sunday is a great day to visit Córdoba, as many of its attractions are open.

Read More 4 great things to do in Córdoba on a Sunday – Not everything is closed!Continue

What to eat (and drink!) in Madrid podcast
Spain

What to eat (and drink!) in Madrid podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 22, 2015

Madrid, Spain’s capital, is a melting pot of Iberian culture and cuisine… So what to eat in Madrid? Lauren Aloise tells all!

Read More What to eat (and drink!) in Madrid podcastContinue

Nine Spectacular Things to do on Kangaroo Island
Australia

Nine Spectacular Things to do on Kangaroo Island

ByCraig and Linda March 5, 2022

Kangaroo Island, South Australia is jam-packed with things to do, for local visitors and international tourists. Our favourite things to do on Kangaroo Island.

Read More Nine Spectacular Things to do on Kangaroo IslandContinue

Many of Zagreb's attractions are churches.
Croatia

One day in Zagreb, Croatia

ByLinda Martin May 22, 2023

You definitely need more than one day in Croatia’s capital, but you can make your first day in Zagreb excellent by following this itinerary.

Read More One day in Zagreb, CroatiaContinue

Charles Bridge in Prague Czech republic is always full of tourists.
Czech Republic

Prague in 13 Instagram photos

ByLinda Martin May 19, 2022

Prague holds a special place in our heart, partly because it’s just so gorgeous. See for yourself by checking out these Prague Instagram photos.

Read More Prague in 13 Instagram photosContinue

Hungary

48 hours with a Solo Female Traveller: Budapest

ByStephanie Lee September 3, 2013

My journey through Budapest is one of my favourite memories, and my only Eastern European destination.

Read More 48 hours with a Solo Female Traveller: BudapestContinue

Charles Bridge in Prague Czech republic is always full of tourists.
Austria | Czech Republic

Travel in Prague and Vienna podcast

ByCraig and Linda May 19, 2022

What would you do with a few days in Prague and Vienna? Vysehrad gardens, Old Town touring, castles, galleries, gardens, and lots of eating and drinking.

Read More Travel in Prague and Vienna podcastContinue

India dormida Valle de Anton Panama
Panama | Travel diary

Travel diary: Panama adventures

ByLinda Martin April 6, 2016

Panama is a skinny, twisting country that links North and South America, and separates the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. It’s also where we spent the last month or so, and where we’ll spend six months later this year.

Read More Travel diary: Panama adventuresContinue

Wine in Portugal
Portugal

Five free things to do in Lisbon

ByLinda Martin August 14, 2022

There’s heaps to do in Lisbon for free — save your sightseeing dollars for the tapas.

Read More Five free things to do in LisbonContinue

Chopsticks
Travel Gear

Eating utensils: self-catering equipment on the road

ByJennifer Levenbook September 29, 2011

The utensils you carry will influence what you eat and what food you are able to prepare on the road.

Read More Eating utensils: self-catering equipment on the roadContinue

England

Five top English seaside towns

ByLinda Martin January 19, 2013

If you’re heading to England, don’t skip a trip to the seaside.

Read More Five top English seaside townsContinue

Victory arch in Chisinau Moldova
Moldova

22+ things you wanted to know about Moldova

ByLinda Martin May 5, 2022

Moldova’s one of those countries that doesn’t get much press, though that has been changing recently. In this post we answer all your questions about this eastern European country.

Read More 22+ things you wanted to know about MoldovaContinue

Ten female bloggers you should follow
Travel

Ten female bloggers you should follow

ByLinda Martin April 13, 2018

Women are amazing. Men are amazing too, but this post is about the female half of the species, specifically about ten female bloggers.

Read More Ten female bloggers you should followContinue

How to learn a language podcast, part two
Languages

How to learn a language podcast, part two

ByLinda Martin August 7, 2015

It can be hard to learn a language, especially after you’ve picked up the basics and you’re ready to take it to the next level. Learn how (with our mistakes).

Read More How to learn a language podcast, part twoContinue

Top 3 things to eat in Tokyo, Japan
Japan

Top 3 things to eat in Tokyo, Japan

BySarah Bellamy December 24, 2018

Japan is known for its delicious food, and the top three dishes (sushi, ramen and pancakes) can be found throughout Tokyo. Check out our top things to eat in Tokyo, Japan.

Read More Top 3 things to eat in Tokyo, JapanContinue

Lost city Colombia
Colombia | Travel diary

Travel diary: Cartagena, Taganga, and a lost city

ByLinda Martin April 13, 2018

Colonial ruins, literary adventures, a visit to a local youth centre, time with friends (local, foreign, and new), the beach, and a lost city. It’s been a busy couple of weeks.

Read More Travel diary: Cartagena, Taganga, and a lost cityContinue

Off the beaten track in Lanzarote
Spain

Off the beaten track in Lanzarote

ByNick Ball August 24, 2015

Despite Lanzarote’s undoubted popularity it still offers plenty to interest the independent traveller.

Read More Off the beaten track in LanzaroteContinue

Adelaide to Alice with Adventure Tours - 139
Australia

How to easily get around Australia podcast

ByLinda Martin April 5, 2022

Australia is a land of huge distances, so choosing the right transport is a big deal! Find out how to get around Australia in our Australia transport podcast.

Read More How to easily get around Australia podcastContinue

Photo of Tigre during a boat ride
Argentina | Uruguay

3 Incredible Day Trips from Buenos Aires

ByStephanie Ockerman April 7, 2023

Get away from the crowds and the noise of Buenos Aires with these three easy day trips to Tigre, San Isidro, and Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay.

Read More 3 Incredible Day Trips from Buenos AiresContinue

Volunteering: an affordable way to see the world
Travel

Volunteering: an affordable way to see the world

ByDustin and Theresa Dobson June 12, 2012

If reducing travel costs while helping those in need and immersing yourself in a new culture sounds appealing, then seeking out affordable volunteering options may be right for you.

Read More Volunteering: an affordable way to see the worldContinue

Vegas for the non-gambler
United States of America

Vegas for the non-gambler

ByAngie Picardo May 23, 2016

No matter who you may be, gambler or otherwise, Vegas offers something for any season, for any mood, and for any age — it’s not just for gamblers!

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Food and travel podcast
Travel

Food and travel podcast

ByLinda Martin May 10, 2018

Trying local food is an important part of travel — not only do you get to try some brand-new flavours, food can also give an insight into the culture of your destination. Listen to our food and travel podcast with Tommo and Megsy.

Read More Food and travel podcastContinue

The Sanctuary of Santa Luzia at dusk.
Portugal

Porto and the north podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 28, 2015

We visit Porto, the Douro Valley, Guimaraes, Braga, Bom Jesus, Santa Luzia, Viana, and Ponte de Lima in the North of Portugal in the first week of IndieRail. Here’s what you need to know.

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Be smart, pack light: what to pack for a sailing trip
Travel

Be smart, pack light: what to pack for a sailing trip

BySean J. Tolliver May 7, 2022

Packing for a sailing trip isn’t like packing for other types of travel. You’re more space-limited, for one thing! Find out how to pack for a a sailing trip!

Read More Be smart, pack light: what to pack for a sailing tripContinue

Every Type of Sherry Wine Explained
Spain

Every Type of Sherry Wine Explained

ByLinda Martin May 11, 2022

There are more types of sherry than you might have thought — from the super-dry to the cloyingly sweet. And some of them are extremely delicious.

Read More Every Type of Sherry Wine ExplainedContinue

Day trip from Auckland: Matakana, New Zealand
New Zealand

Day trip from Auckland: Matakana, New Zealand

ByLinda Martin September 6, 2020

An easy day trip from Auckland, New Zealand, Matakana is a great place to visit. Enjoy the markets, visit the wineries, and make sure to try the food!

Read More Day trip from Auckland: Matakana, New ZealandContinue

Loi Krathong Festival Thailand
Festival | Thailand

How to celebrate the Loi Krathong Festival in Chiang Mai

ByNikki Scott April 28, 2018

Thailand’s Loi Krathong festival is a time of new beginnings and lanterns — head to Chiang Mai to release a lantern of your own and take part in the festivities.

Read More How to celebrate the Loi Krathong Festival in Chiang MaiContinue

Items handcrafted by the the Emberá are sold to give the tribe a sustainable income
Panama

Photo Essay: Quintessential Panama

ByKarin Leperi May 8, 2018

Once a feared warrior culture, this small tribe of the Emberá Parara Puru of Panama now shares their customs and culture as part of an ecotourism venture.

Read More Photo Essay: Quintessential PanamaContinue

We weren't expecting to be back in Transnistria!
Moldova

Is it safe to visit Transnistria?

ByLinda Martin May 8, 2018

Transnistria is a breakaway republic that’s technically part of Moldova, but doesn’t regard itself as such. Some people think it’s dangerous, but we didn’t find it so.

Read More Is it safe to visit Transnistria?Continue

Sunrise at Angkor Wat Temple, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Cambodia | Travel Books

Angkor – A travel app from Travelfish

ByCraig Martin February 13, 2018

The Angkor iPod app is an iPod touch/iPhone guidebook to Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and Siem Reap.

Read More Angkor – A travel app from TravelfishContinue

Honduras

Five pieces of advice for travel in Honduras

ByDenise Bartlett October 17, 2011

Travel in Honduras can be an amazing experience. Use theses five pieces of advice to get the most out of your time there.

Read More Five pieces of advice for travel in HondurasContinue

Australia’s Bibbulmun Track in eight amazing photos
Australia

Australia’s Bibbulmun Track in eight amazing photos

ByGuy Spouge March 26, 2013

The Bibbulmun Track is one of Australia’s great walks, stretching along almost 1,000km of Western Australia’s coastline. You don’t need a backpack to take a look at the photos.

Read More Australia’s Bibbulmun Track in eight amazing photosContinue

Burning Man: when you get past the glitter, it’s all about metaphor
Festival | United States of America

Burning Man: when you get past the glitter, it’s all about metaphor

ByLeigh Shulman August 14, 2022

The fun of Burning Man is that you never know what will happen next — for me, this year, it’s about preparing mentally for that which cannot be prepared.

Read More Burning Man: when you get past the glitter, it’s all about metaphorContinue

Travel diary: Cuba
Cuba | Travel diary

Travel diary: Cuba

ByLinda Martin April 13, 2018

I should have known from the start that it was futile to try to wrap my head around the mix of contrasts and contradictions that is Cuba. We tried, though, and had a great twelve days there.

Read More Travel diary: CubaContinue

The clocktower
Austria

How to spend half a day in Graz, Austria

ByLinda Martin May 8, 2022

From the Schlossberg to the Murinsel to the Hauptplaz — and everything in between — there’s heaps to do in vibrant Graz. Check out our half-day itinerary for Graz, Austria.

Read More How to spend half a day in Graz, AustriaContinue

spaceship in st heliers beach auckland new zealand
England | Scotland

Spaceship Campers in the UK – everything you need to know

ByCraig and Linda April 7, 2023

Spaceships are compact campers that are available in England and Scotland without any add-on European travel or one-way fees – and that makes them perfect for exploring: fly into one city, road trip to another, and fly out with no added costs! In the UK, Spaceships has two types of vehicle: camper vans and motorhomes….

Read More Spaceship Campers in the UK – everything you need to knowContinue

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Cambodia

Siem Reap, Battambang and Phnom Penh: the Cambodia podcast

ByCraig and Linda April 9, 2023

Travel Cambodia with us: we visit Phnom Penh, Battambang, Phnom Penh and cross borders on the way to and from Ho Chi Minh City and Bangkok.

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Dalian travel guide: what to do and where to stay in Dalian, China
China

Dalian travel guide: what to do and where to stay in Dalian, China

ByDavid Smith August 1, 2018

Enjoy nature, explore the central city, visit Zhongshan and Xinghai Squares — there’s plenty to do in Dalian! Check out our Dalian travel guide for our top tips of what to do in Dalian, China.

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Tomato madness podcast: How to celebrate La Tomatina, Spain
Festival | Spain

Tomato madness podcast: How to celebrate La Tomatina, Spain

ByCraig and Linda July 28, 2016

La Tomatina, the world’s biggest tomato fight, is held just outside of Valencia, Spain each year. We tell you how to prepare and get the most out of this mad event.

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Kiev was gorgeous -- Santa Sophia Cathedral blew us away.
Travel diary | Ukraine

Travel diary: Ukraine

ByLinda Martin August 3, 2016

Ukraine is a stunning country, full of beautiful buildings, friendly people and delicious dumplings. We’ll be back.

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Czech Republic

Prague travel guide podcast

ByCraig and Linda May 19, 2022

In this Prague podcast travel guide, we talk about our experience of Prague, Czech Republic and how you can enjoy it too.

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Festival | Spain

Easter podcast: Celebrate Semana Santa in Spain

ByCraig and Linda April 24, 2018

Semana Santa is a great time to be in Spain — experience the processions, eat delicious food and generally soak up the atmosphere of Holy Week (or Easter, if you prefer).

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Travel

How to travel when the coronavirus keeps you home

ByLinda Martin March 20, 2020

It’s a difficult time for the world right now, but we’ll get through this! Here are some tips for travel-lovers on how to keep the travel mentality alive.

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Japan

What to do in Tokyo

ByKaila Yu April 24, 2017

Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is one of the world’s most populous metropolitan cities and has been ranked as the 11th most expensive city in the world for expatriates. Formerly known as Edo, Tokyo is an urban city with an impressive skyline as well as museums, restaurants, theatres and clubs of international standards that, all…

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New Zealand

Road-tripping New Zealand

ByLinda Martin April 13, 2018

Road trips are part of New Zealand culture, come and give it a go for yourself.

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What to eat in Germany - Cologne caviar
Belgium | Czech Republic | France | Portugal | Spain

A drink-lover’s guide to Europe

ByStephanie Lee January 20, 2018

Need a drink after a long day’s sight-seeing? Head to the pub, and grab a cold one. But you don’t want to drink the same old stuff you have back home. How do you know what to get? This guide will show you the way.

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Festival | Thailand

How to celebrate the Wonderfruit festival

ByJoao June 10, 2019

If you’re interested in Burning Man, and are in Thailand in December, then head to the Wonderfruit Festival. Music, wellness, talks, sustainability, and more, all combine into an unforgettable three-day event.

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Harbin ice fest
Australia | China | India | Indonesia | Japan | Nepal | New Zealand | South Korea | Thailand

A guide to 2017 Asia-Pacific festivals

ByNicole Leigh West February 13, 2017

From fun-filled water fights to sparkling headdresses and nature’s finest displays of beauty, the Asia-Pacific region hits the festival circuit running in 2017. Better yet, festivals give you the perfect excuse to travel and experience the wonder of cultural displays! Are you ready for the adventure? Here’s a guide to 2017’s Asia-Pacific festivals. Songkran, Thailand…

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L&P New Zealand soft drink
Austria | Brazil | Kenya | Malta | New Zealand | Peru | Scotland

Soft drinks of the world

ByLinda Martin August 28, 2015

You can tell a lot about a country by the food the inhabitants eat, and the flavour of soft drink the residents favour also says a lot.

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Top tips to improve your travel photography
Travel Photography

Top tips to improve your travel photography

ByRalph Velasco August 21, 2018

Want to take better photos when you travel? Check out Ralph Velasco’s top tips for improving your travel photography.

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Getreidegasse in Salzburg Austria
Austria

Salzburg travel guide: what to do in Salzburg, Austria

BySusan Noel March 25, 2023

Want to know what to do in Salzburg, Austria? Where to stay, what to see, how to get around? Check out Salzburg travel guide.

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Carnival in Rio
Travel

Best summer festivals around the world podcast

ByCraig and Linda July 5, 2019

Festivals are a great reason to travel, and summer is a particularly good time to head to an event. Check out our list of the best summer festivals around the world.

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How to live out of a suitcase
Packing For Travel | Travel

How to live out of a suitcase

BySherry Ott January 20, 2018

You may wonder how on earth you can live out of a suitcase or backpack. I can’t say it’s easy, but with a few of these tips, you’ll at least make sure your whole ‘home’ doesn’t smell like your dirty socks!

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Travel Gear podcast
Travel Gear

Travel Gear podcast

ByCraig and Linda May 8, 2018

Travel gear is important — as much for what you leave behind as what you bring: everything has to be considered in terms of both utility and weight. Here’s our current toolkit and recommendations.

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A street in Enna, Sicily
Italy

Sicily: Undervisited Enna

ByJackie Reddy September 26, 2015

To get a fuller appreciation of Sicily, a change of scenery is needed. Persephone’s Island is anchored in the Mediterranean, but its interior reveals a perspective bound not by the sea, but rooted in the soil.

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Travel in Auckland, New Zealand podcast
New Zealand

Travel in Auckland, New Zealand podcast

ByCraig and Linda April 9, 2023

Auckland, known as the “City of Sails” is New Zealand’s largest city. It’s surrounded by sea and is studded with volcanic mountains, and is a very pleasant place to live or visit — it ranked third in the 2011 Worldwide Quality of Living Survey, up from previous years.

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New Zealand

How to choose a NZ hike podcast

ByLinda Martin August 13, 2022

How do you choose a hike in New Zealand? There are a number of factors to consider, which will be more or less important depending on you and your group.

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Explore your backyard: travel your own country podcast
Travel

Explore your backyard: travel your own country podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 12, 2015

Travel in your home country doesn’t have to be a second-best option. Thousands of people visit your home area every year. Why shouldn’t you be one of them?

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Time by the Rhine: the Bonn and Cologne podcast
Germany

Time by the Rhine: the Bonn and Cologne podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2022

What are some of the best things to do in Cologne and Bonn? We find out in this Bonn and Cologne podcast from our four-month trip through Germany.

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Plaza de Cervantes in Alcala de Henares
Spain

Cervantes and tapas: the Alcalá de Henares podcast

ByCraig and Linda April 13, 2018

Alcalá de Henares is a charming city that is definitely worth a visit while you’re in Spain — just be prepared for Cervantes to be ever-present!

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Preparing to Travel

How hosting makes you a better traveller podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 12, 2015

When we discovered Couchsurfing a couple of years ago, it changed our style of travel. Now we look at what hosting travellers can do for you.

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How to plan your Europe trip podcast
Travel

How to plan your Europe trip podcast

ByLinda Martin May 8, 2018

Europe is full of imagery and experience, and if you’re planning your first trip to the Continent, it can be a bit overwhelming to know where to start. Listen to our Europe planning podcast for advice!

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The Cotswold Way: end-to-end hiking resources
England

The Cotswold Way: end-to-end hiking resources

ByCraig Martin April 2, 2022

The Cotswold Way is a multi-day walk through some of England’s most picturesque landscape. Listen to our Cotswold Way podcast to learn about this English hike.

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Check out the street performers at the Edinburgh Fringe festival.
Scotland

How-to guide to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival

ByBeth Leslie February 22, 2017

Want to know how to get the most out of the weird and wonderful Edinburgh Fringe Festival? Check out this guide for tips on what to do and see, where to stay, and how to get there.

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Eurail or InterRail?
Travel

Eurail or InterRail?

ByLinda Martin February 8, 2013

Most travellers don’t get to choose whether they buy a Eurail or an InterRail pass, but long-term travellers might just have a choice. So which is better?

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Top ten things to do in Spain podcast
Spain

Top ten things to do in Spain podcast

ByLinda Martin May 23, 2022

Spain is one of our favourite countries in the world — something just keeps drawing us back! Since our first visit there in 2008, we’ve set up temporary bases in three Spanish cities, walked four Caminos de Santiago, and tasted countless tapas. With its huge regional variation, a visit to one part of Spain could…

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Travel diary: Medellin
Colombia | Travel diary

Travel diary: Medellin

ByLinda Martin April 6, 2016

It’s been a busy couple of weeks for us, with big projects on the go, but we loved our time travelling in Medellin, and are already planning a return trip.

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Challapampa Beach
Bolivia

5 life-changing things to do in Bolivia

ByStephanie Mitchell March 6, 2022

Bolivia is full of things to do while being rich in natural beauty, wealthy in authentic culture and loaded with raw, powerful experiences.

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Life on an Uruguayan estancia
Uruguay

Life on an Uruguayan estancia

ByLinda Martin September 15, 2012

A trip to a rural estancia in Uruguay will not only give you a chance to connect with the origins of your food, it’ll give you an insight into the world of the local farmers and gauchos who run the land.

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Heiva, Tahiti
French Polynesia

How to enjoy the Tahiti Heiva festival

ByBrandon Doyle July 5, 2016

A rich part of the Tahitian culture, the Heiva festival celebrates the history and culture of French Polynesia. If you’re in Tahiti in July, you can’t miss it!

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Top 10 things to do in England podcast
England

Top 10 things to do in England podcast

ByLinda Martin August 14, 2018

Choosing just ten things to do in England was a challenge — there’s so many options! In this podcast, we talk about our favourite things to do in England.

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Ten more photos from the Bibbulmun Track
Australia

Ten more photos from the Bibbulmun Track

ByGuy Spouge March 27, 2013

Ten more photos from Western Australia’s longest hiking track: the Bibbulmun Track passes forests, coast, and everything in between. Submitted by Indie Travel Podcast Community member Guy Spouge.

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Laos | Thailand

Straying through Thailand and Laos

ByCraig and Linda September 9, 2023

We begin our journey on the Stray backpacker bus in Thailand, heading for Laos on the Tom Yum pass. Our first tour in over four years of full-time travel.

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Happy Easter … Celebrations around the world
England | Festival | Guatemala | Italy | Spain | Travel

Happy Easter … Celebrations around the world

ByCraig and Linda May 25, 2016

We look at Easter celebrations from Malta, England, Italy, Spain and Guatemala. How did you celebrate Easter?

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Cambodia

Cheap things to do in Phnom Penh, Cambodia podcast

ByCraig Martin August 22, 2018

Cheap things to do while you travel in Phnom Penh, Cambodia including Royal Palace, FCC club, Phnom Wat and cultural documentaries.

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Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland
Scotland

Edinburgh travel guide podcast

ByCraig and Linda March 23, 2022

Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland and the second most-visited city in the UK – and for good reason. Things to do in Edinburgh with travel writer Andy Hayes.

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Things we no longer travel with
Travel

Things we no longer travel with

ByLinda Martin October 30, 2012

No matter how well you pack to travel, there will always be some items that don’t make it onto the list for the next trip.

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Five must-do things in my city – Blog your backyard
New Zealand

Five must-do things in my city – Blog your backyard

ByLinda Martin May 26, 2016

Find five interesting things about Auckland, New Zealand … that shouldn’t be too hard as we find more things to do in Auckland for the Blog Your Backyard project.

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How to make the most of the Aroma Festival, Sydney
Australia | Festival

How to make the most of the Aroma Festival, Sydney

ByAlex Mastin April 13, 2018

Every July the Rocks Aroma Festival is hosted in the center of Sydney CBD. Aficionados swarm here to celebrate the finest beverage in the world: coffee.

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Visit Iguaçu Falls podcast
Argentina | Brazil

Visit Iguaçu Falls podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 17, 2018

A visit to the Iguaçu Falls is a must on many travellers’ itinerary of South America. And for good reason – they are incredible. You can view the falls from both Brazil and Argentina, and each side provides quite a different experience.

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Madagascar market
Madagascar

Wine tasting at Ambalavao, Madagascar

BySpencer Q September 10, 2023

Madagascar has it all. Lemurs, chameleons, baobab trees, fresh bread and pâté, and yes, wine.

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Travel diary

Travel diary 2010

ByCraig and Linda May 24, 2023

All of Craig and Linda’s 2010 adventures compiled into one, handy, enormous post. Read about the Indie Travel adventures of 2010!

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Paddleboarding in Palermo Buenos Aires
Argentina | Brazil | Uruguay

Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro podcast: an itinerary

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2022

Podcast talking about a travel itinerary from Buenos Aires, Argentina through Uruguay to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 17 days. Annotated by Indie Travel from an Intrepid Travel trip.

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Camino de Santiago podcast
Spain

Camino de Santiago podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 13, 2023

The Camino de Santiago is a famous pilgrimage walk finishing in Spain. In this podcast, we discuss planning for the Camino Frances & Via de la Plata (or any long walk).

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Spain by train – the last #IndieRail Podcast
Spain

Spain by train – the last #IndieRail Podcast

ByCraig and Linda March 31, 2022

In this travel podcast, we travel to Jerez de la Frontera, Spain by way of Barcelona, Zaragoza, Cordoba, and Granada in the last leg of #IndieRail.

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France

Top 5 things to do in Champagne podcast

ByLinda Martin August 1, 2017

If you’re a wine drinker, a trip to the Champagne region of France is a must! Check out our top things to do in Champagne podcast.

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Great places to visit in northern Italy – Venice, Florence, Pisa, Padova and more
Italy

Great places to visit in northern Italy – Venice, Florence, Pisa, Padova and more

ByCraig and Linda August 13, 2022

Explore some of the best places to visit in northern Italy based on our recent IndieRail trip – Venice, Florence, Pisa, Padova and more!

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Chile

Solo female travel in Santiago, Chile

ByStephanie Lee May 23, 2022

As a solo female traveller visiting South America for the first time, Santiago, Chile is a very good place to start.

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Six weeks of the Via de la Plata
Spain

Six weeks of the Via de la Plata

ByLinda Martin August 27, 2015

In March and April 2012, Craig and I walked the 1000km from Seville to Santiago as an outside-the-box way to celebrate ten years of marriage.

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Ipipiri Cruise - Passing Paihia Bay of islands
New Zealand

Things to do in the Bay of Islands, plus how to get around and where to stay

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2022

Travel the Bay of Islands, Northland, New Zealand with things to do, where to stay and how to get there as an independent traveller.

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Top things to do in Croatia podcast
Croatia

Top things to do in Croatia podcast

ByCraig and Linda May 22, 2023

Croatia is a fascinating country that has now been well and truly incorporated into the backpackers’ trail, so infrastructure is good while prices are still pretty cheap.

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Jerez is a great place to celebrate Christmas!
Spain

Christmas in Jerez, Spain – The Best Things to Do!

ByLinda Martin May 11, 2022

There’s plenty going on in Jerez at Christmastime.

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Estonia in 11 amazing Instagram photos
Estonia

Estonia in 11 amazing Instagram photos

ByCraig and Linda June 2, 2015

Take a short trip around Estonia in 11 amazing Instagram pictures. Follow along with #jaywaybaltics.

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Cambodia-Thai border
Cambodia | Thailand

How to get from Siem Reap to Bangkok

ByLinda Martin August 3, 2015

Although the route involves a taxi, a small bus, a walk, a ute, a larger bus, and another walk, travelling from Siem Reap to Bangkok is relatively straightforward.

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Vienna travel guide podcast
Austria

Vienna travel guide podcast

ByCraig and Linda September 25, 2020

Vienna, known for its elegance, its opera, and its schnitzel, is the capital of Austria and one of our favourite European cities. In response to requests for location-based podcasts, we discuss one of the jewels in Europe’s crown.

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Dhow boat in Vilanculos Mozambique
Mozambique

Top 10 things to do near Vilanculos Mozambique

BySabine Behrmann May 13, 2022

From diving to horse-riding; picnics on the beach to exploring the local market — there’s plenty to do in Vilanculos, Mozambique.

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Take the train: the best way to travel around Spain
Spain

Take the train: the best way to travel around Spain

BySandra Vallaure December 22, 2011

Train travel is an excellent way to get around Spain — you can save time, stress and maybe even money compared to travelling by plane, bus or car.

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Pimientos de Padrón
Spain

The Top 5 Galician tapas to tickle your tastebuds

ByLinda Martin May 4, 2022

Galicians love to eat out, and a lot of the names on the menu will be new to you. Here’s five of the best Galician dishes for your trip to northern Spain.

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More than just beer gardens: the Munich podcast
Germany

More than just beer gardens: the Munich podcast

ByCraig and Linda May 3, 2022

Munich: the home of Oktoberfest! We found beer gardens and beer halls, but we also found a whole lot more: a city with an outdoor vibe; with museums, palaces and galleries; and great people too.

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What is indie travel? Our 300th podcast
Travel

What is indie travel? Our 300th podcast

ByCraig and Linda December 22, 2015

For our 300th episode of Indie Travel Podcast, we revisit our roots and discuss what indie travel means to us.

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How to spend a day in Nuremberg — in five different ways
Germany

How to spend a day in Nuremberg — in five different ways

ByLinda Martin April 9, 2023

Nuremberg is a large city that feels like a small one, and it has plenty to do for all kinds of visitors.

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Craig at Butuceni Eco Resort in Moldova
Travel

The added benefits of Eco Travel

ByJane Meighan August 13, 2022

Travelling in a more eco-friendly way can help to tackle global warming, curb your carbon footprint, and be very rewarding. Plus — your trip might even be easier!

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Village children in Swaziland, Africa
Africa | Swaziland

Swaziland: A safari setting like no other

ByMichelle Lewis-Loubser November 22, 2016

Swaziland may be the smallest country in the southern hemisphere, but it’s big on experiences. Read about how to make the most of your Swaziland trip.

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Best cities in Austria podcast
Austria

Best cities in Austria podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2022

What are the best cities to visit in Austria? We tell you, along with our thoughts on coming back to travel in Austria after several years away.

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German Christmas Markets From A to Z
Germany

German Christmas Markets From A to Z

ByJosh Spaulding May 3, 2022

If you’re in Germany at Christmas time, you can’t miss the Christmas markets. Read how to do them well.

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Gates at the entrance to the Royal Palace, Phnom Penh
Cambodia

Explore the Splendor of Royal Palace Phnom Penh: A Photo Essay

ByPaula Harman September 9, 2023

The Royal Palace in Cambodia’s capital Phnom Penh, is the city’s most-visited tourist attraction. And for good reason: the buildings are beautiful and the atmosphere tranquil.

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Top 10 tips for car hire while travelling podcast
Travel

Top 10 tips for car hire while travelling podcast

ByLinda Martin March 23, 2018

Renting a car while travelling can be daunting, but these top ten tips for travel car hire will help you save time and money. Listen to our car hire podcast!

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Camino de santiago church Spain
Spain

Walking the Camino Inglés podcast

ByCraig and Linda October 31, 2015

The Camino Ingles is one of the many routes of the Camino de Santiago. In this podcast, we talk about this pilgrimage from A Coruna, Spain.

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United States of America

American South West road trip podcast

ByCraig and Linda May 10, 2022

South west America road trip to four beautiful spots: Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Virgin River in Zion National Park and Bryce National Park.

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Trains in Spain – Rail Passes, Buying Tickets and How To Plan Your Train Travel in Spain COMPLETE GUIDE 2022
Spain

Trains in Spain – Rail Passes, Buying Tickets and How To Plan Your Train Travel in Spain COMPLETE GUIDE 2022

BySandra Vallaure May 13, 2022

A great trip starts with good planning, so here are some helpful tips for train travel in Spain.

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Best backpacks for travelling (or, five backpacks I haven’t bought)
Travel Gear

Best backpacks for travelling (or, five backpacks I haven’t bought)

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2022

What are the best backpacks for travelling? Cheap backpacks often don’t stand a chance for long-term travel, but here are five great backpacks I haven’t bought.

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Roadtrip NZ square
Van dwelling

Home Sweet Home, the next steps for vandwelling

ByJessica Spaulding August 7, 2018

Pimp your van – Jessica Spaulding outlines how to take all the comforts of home with you while living out of a vehicle.

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Sleeping on the road: five useful items
Travel Gear

Sleeping on the road: five useful items

ByLinda Martin October 8, 2011

Sleep is an important part of life, and getting good sleep is an important part of travel. Make sure you budget enough time in your day to get your eight hours in, and use these items to make it a quality rest.

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London Travel Podcast and Free Audio Guide
England

London Travel Podcast and Free Audio Guide

ByCraig and Linda May 11, 2022

Heading to London? Check out our London travel guide with advice about what to do, where to stay, and how to get around in this amazing city.

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India

Varanasi, India and the Ganges River

ByKurt Wahlgren August 13, 2011

Backpacking into Varanasi, India. Varanasi, or as it was once known, Benaras, is considered a place of pilgrimage for many Hindus.

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Good times and coffee with James.
Czech Republic | Travel diary

Travel diary: nine days in Prague

ByLinda Martin August 24, 2015

We planned to spend our time in Prague working, but ended up doing a nine-day gastronomy tour and spending time with friends. Read our Prague travel diary.

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Travel

Top 10 tips for long flights podcast

ByLinda Martin July 26, 2017

Preparing well for a long flight can make your trip that much smoother and more comfortable. Have a great plane trip with our top ten tips for long flights.

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How to enjoy the Dinagyang festival in Iloilo, Philippines
Philippines

How to enjoy the Dinagyang festival in Iloilo, Philippines

ByGem Muzones October 4, 2016

Dinagyang Festival, a religious and cultural event, is one of the most popular and much-anticipated festivals in the Philippines – find out how to enjoy it!

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Small toiletries in a plastic bag for flights.
Travel Gear

Toiletries on a plane: what to put in your toiletries kit

ByLinda Martin May 7, 2022

Purging your toiletries can be a great way to lighten your packing, but there are some things that you really shouldn’t be without.

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A Coruna Itinerary: The Best Day in A Coruña, Spain (travel podcast)
Spain

A Coruna Itinerary: The Best Day in A Coruña, Spain (travel podcast)

ByLinda Martin May 4, 2022

It’s easy to spend a week or more in the Spanish seaside city of La Coruña, but one day is okay too! Check out our guide to how to spend one day in A Coruña, Spain.

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Passports!
Moldova | Ukraine

The saga continues: getting a Ukrainian visa, part two

ByLinda Martin November 14, 2015

I was recently stupid enough to try to enter Ukraine without a visa. It took several days and a lot of waiting around, but I got one in the end!

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Visit every winery?
Travel

Three ways to improve your homecoming

ByLinda Martin August 14, 2022

For better or worse, at some point you’ll almost certainly have to return home from your travels. And how do you deal with homecoming?

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Travel photo: Green Sand Beach, South Point, Hawaii
United States of America

Cheap places to stay in Hawaii

ByJessica Spaulding August 6, 2018

Hawaii on the cheap? Yup. It can be done — We show you some cheap places to stay in Hawaii.

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The best women’s travel stories, from #WeGoSolo
Travel

The best women’s travel stories, from #WeGoSolo

ByCraig Martin April 20, 2018

A positive and thoughtful look at solo travel for women, with some of the best stories from #WeGoSolo.

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Salzburg Card, Austria
Travel

How to get the most out of your city card

ByLinda Martin August 14, 2022

City cards vary wildly in terms of price and inclusions, with some being exceptional value while others barely save you anything. Wring the most value possible out of your card by following a few simple steps.

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Top reasons to buy point-to-point tickets instead of a Eurail pass
Travel

Top reasons to buy point-to-point tickets instead of a Eurail pass

ByLinda Martin May 8, 2018

A Eurail pass could save you time and money when travelling through Europe… but then again, it might not.

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Is indie travel right for me?
Travel

Is indie travel right for me?

ByLinda Martin April 9, 2023

Independent travel is awesome, but it isn’t for everyone. Check out the pros and cons of going it alone versus going with an organisation.

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Coastline bixby bridge
United States of America

Kerouac’s Big Sur: don’t get hung up on Bixby

ByStephen Vanderpool August 16, 2018

The Bixby Creek Bridge is certainly worth a stop on a trip along California 1, but no matter how much you want to be a Dharma Bum, don’t let it eat up your day.

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Temple Mount, Dome on the Rock, Western Wall - 24 hours in Jerusalem Israel
Israel

24 Hours in Jerusalem 

ByCraig and Linda April 11, 2017

24 Hours in Jerusalem – After a brief visit, I’ve put together my perfect to do list for a short visit to Jerusalem.

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Salta la linda
Argentina

The Salta podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 7, 2015

This Salta podcast covers things to do, places to see, where to stay, how to get around in Salta, Argentina. Rounded out with good stories & nice pictures.

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Dramatic Clouds free with your vacation in Berlin
Germany

Berlin travel podcast with Paul Sullivan

ByCraig and Linda August 21, 2018

Berlin is a vibrant city full of art, history, and fantastic people doing interesting things. We speak with Paul Sullivan from Slow Travel Berlin and try to get to grips with the best clubs, best restaurants and most interesting things to do in the city.

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Bay of Islands cruise on the Ipipiri
New Zealand

Bay of Islands cruise on the Ipipiri

ByCraig Martin August 14, 2022

An overnight cruise in the Bay of Islands is a wonderful treat, and a great way to see the area’s wildlife and natural beauty.

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Ritsurin Park
Japan

How to visit Ritsurin Park, Japan

BySealdi Calo May 8, 2018

Ritsurin Park is considered as one of the most beautiful parks in Japan. Find out how to visit Ritsurin Park in Shikoku Island, Japan!

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The Roman Baths are a major attraction.
England

Taking the waters in Bath

ByAngie Orth February 15, 2016

You don’t need a time machine to see a lot of Bath as it was in both Roman times or aristocratic Georgian England, but you might want to bring your wallet — Bath is the perfect spot to splash out on a luxurious day at the spa.

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Sucre Bolivia
Bolivia

Solo female travel in Sucre, Bolivia

ByStephanie Lee September 15, 2015

Sucre is a great destination for solo women travellers, with its good mix of warm weather, good food, character, and things to see, do, and buy.

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Want to learn Spanish?
Spain

Things to do near Madrid podcast

ByCraig and Linda May 27, 2023

Things to do in, and daytrips from Madrid. We visit Madrid, Toledo, Aranjuez and Segovia, and suggest things to do in each place.

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Travel in Saigon/Ho Chi Minh City podcast
Vietnam

Travel in Saigon/Ho Chi Minh City podcast

BySherry Ott August 5, 2015

Saigon is the largest city in Vietnam and considered the financial hub. However even though it’s Vietnam’s most modern city, you will be amazed at how ‘old fashioned’ it seems.

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Hiking the Via Alpina podcast
Austria | France | Germany | Italy | Liechtenstein | Monaco | Slovenia | Switzerland | Travel

Hiking the Via Alpina podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 24, 2015

The Via Alpina hike runs over 5,000km through eight European countries. We speak with adventurer and author Brandon Wilson about his experiences on the trail and slow travel in Europe.

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Things to do in New York City podcast
United States of America

Things to do in New York City podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2022

New York is an incredible city – we’ve just discovered that six days is in no way enough. We caught a lot of the highlights though, such as the Empire State Building, MOMA, the Met, and the Circle Line Cruise.

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Travel

7 reasons hostels suck, and how to deal with it

ByKarol Gajda April 13, 2018

Hostels, youthhostels, hostals, backpackers hostels, jugendherbergen … Call them what you will, Karol doesn’t like them.

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Viñales, Cuba
Cuba

Cuba in 16 Instagram photos

ByLinda Martin August 14, 2022

Travel in Cuba is an experience like no other in a country that’s like no other: stopped in time in some respects, inching into the future in others. We found it frustrating, invigorating, interesting and welcoming, and we’re sure you’ll have a great time there when you travel to Cuba. In the meantime, enjoy these Cuba Instagram photos.

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The best places in Cadiz, Andalusia
Spain

The best places in Cadiz, Andalusia

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2022

We look at the best places to visit in the province of Cadiz, Andalusia: Cadiz, Jerez de la Frontera, and the White Villages. Andalusia is one of the biggest regions in Spain and there’s heaps to do!

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Bilbao old town by kurtxio on Flickr
Spain

Travel in Bilbao, Spain podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2022

Bilbao is an attractive city set on the Nervión River. It’s the capital of the Biscay province and is the largest city in the Basque Country, an autonomous community in northern Spain.

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Durga Puja pandal interior | Durga Puja festival
Festival | India

Durga Puja: A Bengali Tradition

ByLin B February 13, 2018

Durga Puja in Kolkata, India is the biggest festival in Bengal. It occurs around the end of September to the middle of October and is both busy and energetic.

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The Ultimate Tokyo City Guide
Japan

The Ultimate Tokyo City Guide

ByJamie Campbell May 9, 2018

Tokyo is one of the biggest, safest and most culturally diverse cities on the planet. Find out what to do and where to stay in Japan’s capital city in our Tokyo city guide.

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Seven great things to do in New Zealand podcast
New Zealand

Seven great things to do in New Zealand podcast

ByCraig Martin April 9, 2023

There are plenty of things to do in New Zealand — here are 7 great tips for making the most of your time in the Land of the Long White Cloud.

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Markers on the Camino Primitivo
Spain

The Camino Primitivo podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 13, 2023

The Camino Primitivo is our favourite Way of Saint James so far. If you’re planning to do a Camino de Santiago, we recommend this one — but do a bit of preparation before you go!

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Gung-ho on Gurgaon
India

Gung-ho on Gurgaon

BySteve Juba February 11, 2013

You’ve never heard of Gurgaon, but this Indian city is becoming ever-more popular. Close to Delhi, it offers temples, nature, and — of course — shopping.

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South America travel podcast: Peru and Bolivia
Bolivia | Peru

South America travel podcast: Peru and Bolivia

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2022

We’re getting to the end of our four months in South America. We talk about the first two with our travel companion Ange.

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Preparing to Travel

How to buy travel insurance podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2022

How to buy travel insurance? Look online! But how do you find the best travel insurance? What do you look for? What questions should you ask? Find out.

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Staying warm, keeping cool when vandwelling
Van dwelling

Staying warm, keeping cool when vandwelling

ByJessica Spaulding February 27, 2016

Living in a vehicle while on a road trip means dealing with the weather, no matter how bad.

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Poverty, travel and micro-lending: an interview with Kiva’s Giovanna Masci
Travel

Poverty, travel and micro-lending: an interview with Kiva’s Giovanna Masci

ByCraig and Linda January 16, 2013

Travel can bring us face to face with poverty that seems to have no solution. We talk with Giovanna Masci about microlending through Kiva.

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New York City – A Free Audio Travel Guide Podcast
United States of America

New York City – A Free Audio Travel Guide Podcast

ByCraig and Linda May 10, 2022

New York City travel guide with information on cheap New York accommodation, activities, transport, food and drink.

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How to prepare for your first solo overnight trek
Preparing to Travel

How to prepare for your first solo overnight trek

ByMatthew Lynch August 10, 2018

Hiking alone is an experience like no other. Prepare for the experience by making sure you have everything you need for your first solo overnight trek.

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Buenos Aires city guide podcast
Argentina

Buenos Aires city guide podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2022

Buenos Aires is an amazing city, full of vibe and interesting people. Learn more about travel in Buenos Aires in this podcast city guide.

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How to take a taxi in South America
Argentina | Chile | Peru | Uruguay

How to take a taxi in South America

ByLinda Martin August 14, 2022

Taxi culture varies from country to country – learn how to catch a taxi in the South American countries of Chile, Peru, Bolivia, Argentina and Uruguay.

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SleepPhones – Review
Travel Gear

SleepPhones – Review

ByCraig Martin August 29, 2018

SleepPhones are a great way for us podcast-listeners to comfortably fall asleep without trashing headphones.

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Red Rock Canyon national park
United States of America

Top things to do in Utah

ByMichael Sproul May 23, 2016

Although Utah is known to many outsiders for its awesome outdoor adventures, Utah offers tourists a greater variety than you might think.

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Paucartambo festival Peru
Peru

Relax in Peru’s Sacred Valley

ByLinda Martin December 31, 2015

Peru has a lot more to offer than just the one big attraction. Make sure you relax and soak in the atmosphere.

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Travel in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Malaysia

Travel in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2022

Kuala Lumpur, that bustling, muggy, shopping mecca, is a great place to start exploring Asia. It’s been referred to as “Asia lite” – it’s definitely Asia, but most home comforts can be found somewhere in the sprawling metropolis.

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What clothes to pack for short and long trips podcast
Packing For Travel

What clothes to pack for short and long trips podcast

ByLinda Martin November 23, 2018

Packing for travel can be a challenge, and it’s important to have the correct clothes for the trip you’re on. Listen to our packing podcast for our top tips on what clothes to pack for short and long trips.

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New Zealand

Six practical tips for your first time in Wellington

ByAmanda Williams February 11, 2013

I often feel like Wellington doesn’t get the attention it deserves among New Zealand’s great cities and towns. And it’s a shame, really. Because, as cliché as it is to say, Wellington really does have something for everyone.

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A guide to Osaka, Japan
Japan

A guide to Osaka, Japan

ByStephanie Pelser August 29, 2011

Japan has seen visitor numbers plummet after the recent earthquake and tsunami. It shouldn’t have, because there are many awesome areas in the country that are perfectly safe to visit, such as Osaka.

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Pounds and pence
Preparing to Travel

Money for travel podcast

ByLinda Martin December 6, 2017

Listen to our money for travel podcast for tips on saving for travel, making money while travelling, and how to spend less while travelling.

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Become a vagabond master
Travel

Become a vagabond master

BySherry Ott September 17, 2018

To determine if you can hack long-term travel to remote countries, I’ve put together a little four-week travel training plan to prepare your mind and body for vagabonding.

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Ferry to Fuerteventura
Spain

Yoga podcast: Surfing, yoga, and sustainable living in Fuerteventura

ByCraig and Linda May 24, 2023

Jamie Isaac tells how his surfing holiday turned into a sustainable business that’s changing people’s lives in Fuerteventura, while we’re in Ireland and Croatia. Features Irish music from the streets of Dublin.

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Circle those destinations!
Travel

Eurorail and Eurail pass tips and tricks podcast

ByCraig and Linda May 8, 2018

Travel by train in Europe using a Eurail Pass, also known as a Eurorail pass. In this podcast we share some Eurail pass tips and tricks for better travel.

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Campeche's beautiful streets.
Mexico

Yucatan, Chiapas and Campeche in Instagram photos

ByLinda Martin April 13, 2018

We did our best to visit as much of the Yucatan Peninsula as we could on our visit to Mexico. Check out our Yucatan, Chiapas and Campeche Instagram photos.

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Classic car in Cuba.
Cuba

Rum, cigars and classic cars: the Cuba podcast

ByLinda Martin August 14, 2022

Cuba is unlike any other place in the world, and travelling there requires a different travel strategy. Find out how to travel in Cuba with this Cuba travel podcast.

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The Netherlands

48 hours with a Solo Female Traveler: Amsterdam

ByStephanie Lee February 13, 2013

Getting lost in Amsterdam was probably one of the scariest situations I had been in while travelling alone.

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United States of America

Three ways to improve your American road trip

ByWellington Grey January 16, 2013

Internet tools to help improve your American road trip.

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How to choose the best travel medical cover
Travel

How to choose the best travel medical cover

ByAaron Besson August 6, 2018

It’s important to have the correct insurance to cover medical events and accidents while travelling. So how to choose the correct travel medical insurance?

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Flights

Air travel podcast: how to choose the best flight

ByCraig and Linda September 25, 2018

How do you choose the best flight? If you’re travelling long-term, you’ll probably need to book several. These notes help you choose the right flight.

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Classic car in Cuba
Travel

Why use public transport when travelling

ByLinda Martin September 24, 2017

Travelling by public transport is an experience in itself when visiting a new city! Listen to our public transport podcast.

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England

London 101 – Five tips for London travel

ByPaula Harman September 10, 2023

Five tips for London travel. Explore London but make sure you have enough time for it!

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Chile | Peru

How to catch a bus in Chile and Peru podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2018

You’ll probably spend a fair amount of time on buses in Peru and Chile – follow these tips to make it easier.

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Beer platter Brothers Brewery Auckland
New Zealand

What to eat and drink in New Zealand

ByLinda Martin May 20, 2023

New Zealand has some amazing options for food and drink, from home-grown specialties to variations on international favourites. Don’t miss New Zealand wine!

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Long-distance bus can be a great way to travel.
Brazil

How to catch a long-distance bus in Brazil

ByLinda Martin January 30, 2012

Travelling by long-distance bus can be a good way to get around Brazil — just make sure you’ve got all the paperwork and you’re ready to go.

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Bogota Colombia salt cathedral
Colombia | Travel diary

Travel diary: Bogotá

ByLinda Martin March 22, 2022

It was never our intention to spend three weeks in Bogotá. But we ended up staying longer than expected, working, exploring, and spending time with friends. Read our Bogota travel diary!

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Get to know your camera
Preparing to Travel

How to be a tourist in your own backyard podcast

ByCraig and Linda March 14, 2017

It’s always possible to keep the travel mentality alive, by being a tourist in your own backyard! Listen to our local travel podcast for advice.

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Four things to do in Jaipur, India
India | Travel | Travel writing

Four things to do in Jaipur, India

ByArti March 28, 2013

Jaipur, India, offers a multitude of cultural, religious, and historic sights and has the ability to excite even the most seasoned tourist.

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Tasty things to try in Lisbon
Portugal

Tasty things to try in Lisbon

ByLinda Martin August 13, 2022

Lisbon is a haven for the foodie: there’s great savoury food, sweet treats, and alcoholic drinks to try.

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Homesick sweet
Travel

Ill at ease: a guide to homesickness

ByJackie Reddy December 12, 2011

Homesickness deserves to be treated with respect and forethought — after all, we all suffer from it to some degree.

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Adventure, food and fun: the Belize podcast
Belize

Adventure, food and fun: the Belize podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 12, 2015

Adventure, food and fun are all to be found in the Central American country of Belize… at least according to today’s interviewees. We speak with Kristin Fuhrmann-Simmons and Lebawit Lily Girma about the time they’ve spent in what seems to be a marvelous country.

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Travel

Home on the road: the housesitting podcast

ByCraig and Linda January 11, 2016

Housesitting is a great way to immerse yourself in a destination and live like a local. In this housesitting podcast, we talk about how we started housesitting and how you can try this alternative (and cheap) form of accommodation.

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How to keep your stuff safe: the travel security podcast
Travel safety

How to keep your stuff safe: the travel security podcast

ByLinda Martin June 8, 2016

Theft is never fun, and if your money or belongings are stolen while travelling, it can cast a shadow over the entire trip. While insurance goes a long way to mitigate your loss, and interactions with police make a great story down the road, it’s infinitely better to do what you can to avoid being…

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China’s Terracotta Army: Suspended in time
China

China’s Terracotta Army: Suspended in time

ByValerie Stewart November 3, 2011

Deep in the heart of China’s mainland, sits the city of Xi’An, one of China’s Four Great Ancient Capitals and host to the Terracotta Army.

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One day in Jaén, southern Spain’s inland paradise
Spain

One day in Jaén, southern Spain’s inland paradise

ByCristina Ene March 31, 2022

Jaén isn’t short on things to do, and you can easily fill a day in this Spanish regional capital.

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La Paz street and mountain
Bolivia

Solo female travel in La Paz, Bolivia

ByStephanie Lee May 31, 2016

La Paz, Bolivia, is a city of extremes which solo women travellers can enjoy — though a few precautionary measures will increase your enjoyment.

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Attending a Ganga Aarti: how to worship the Ganges River in Haridwar
India

Attending a Ganga Aarti: how to worship the Ganges River in Haridwar

BySebastian Wojnar November 14, 2016

Haridwar’s Ganga Aarti has taken place nightly – rain or shine! – at Har-Ki-Pauri Ghat since 1910. Find out how to experience the Ganga Aarti for yourself.

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Do I want a Eurail pass?
Travel

Do I want a Eurail pass?

ByLinda Martin September 6, 2013

A Eurail Pass could be exactly what you need to get around in Europe, but then again it might not be. Consider your options carefully before buying one.

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The Mother Motherland monument in Kiev.
Ukraine

Ukraine in Instagram photos

ByLinda Martin February 25, 2016

Ukraine is a beautiful country: see for yourself in these Instagram photos.

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Where to find street art in Buenos Aires
Argentina

Where to find street art in Buenos Aires

BySam Wood May 22, 2013

Buenos Aires has so much street art, it can be hard to know where to start looking for the good stuff — but there are two neighbourhoods where you’re sure to find what you’re looking for.

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Beer at oktoberfest
Festival | United States of America

How to celebrate Oktoberfest Tulsa

ByAdam Cheshier September 26, 2018

Heading to Oktoberfest in Tulsa? Here’s everything you need to know about the festival, including how to get there and what to drink.

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Have you always wanted to visit Paris? Go!
France

Travel guide to Paris, France

ByCraig and Linda August 28, 2018

Paris is one of the most well-known cities in the world. It’s the city of love, the city of lights, the city of the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Revolution – it’s one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, one of the most advertised cities, and sadly (according to Tripadvisor users) the most overrated city in Europe – perhaps because of all the press it gets.

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Champagne bottles in Epernay
France

How to make Champagne – just try this at home!

ByLinda Martin February 13, 2016

A tour of Champagne houses in the famous region is something that could appeal to people of all levels of wine appreciation — a pilgrimage for connoisseurs, or an interesting and informative trip for enthusiastic amateurs.

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Cliffside path on Taquile Island, Peru
Peru

Cruising Titicaca: Taquile Island – home of Peruvian textiles

ByCraig and Linda February 13, 2016

Taquile Island, forming part of a Lake Titicaca tour from Puno, is picturesque, pleasant and great place to find high-quality woolen textiles.

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Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Mexico

Quintana Roo, Mexico in Instagram photos

ByLinda Martin March 13, 2016

Quintana Roo, Mexico’s eastern-most state, is the tourist hotspot of the country. It’s a place to relax and soak up the sun, or enjoy some Mayan ruins.

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Should I get a Salzburg Card?
Austria

Should I get a Salzburg Card?

ByLinda Martin May 21, 2023

The Salzburg Card is reasonably priced and offers value for money, especially if you want to see a lot of this gorgeous Austrian city.

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Salzburg Open Air Museum: more lederhosen than you can shake a maypole at
Austria | Festival

Salzburg Open Air Museum: more lederhosen than you can shake a maypole at

ByCraig Martin August 14, 2022

Lederhosen, dirndls, beer and may poles… It’s the start of spring in Salzburg.

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More recipes for travel
Travel

More recipes for travel

ByLinda Martin September 12, 2018

A great way to save money and eat healthily when travelling is to prepare your own meals — these three recipes can be prepared with just a knife and something to cut on.

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Grand Bassam, Cote d’Ivoire
Ivory Coast

Grand Bassam, Cote d’Ivoire

ByCara Waterfall July 2, 2012

The of Grand Bassam is only 40 kilometres from Abidjan, the capital of the Ivory Coast, and has rebounded from a yellow fever epidemic and a recession to become an arts and crafts hub.

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How to spend one day in Munich
Germany

How to spend one day in Munich

ByLinda Martin May 3, 2022

Munich is a lot more than just Octoberfest; this Bavarian city has a side for all visitors. In one day, you won’t begin to see it all, but you can try!

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What to do in Potsdam, Germany
Germany

What to do in Potsdam, Germany

ByLinda Martin April 9, 2023

Palaces, gardens, Russian and Dutch areas, a film museum… there are plenty of things to do in Potsdam, just 25 minutes from Berlin’s main station.

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Latvia in 15 fantastic Instagram photos
Latvia

Latvia in 15 fantastic Instagram photos

ByCraig Martin September 24, 2015

Take a short trip around the Baltic country of Lativa with these 15 Latvia Instagram pictures. Follow along with #jaywaybaltics.

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Hiking the Hondo — A volcano walk on Fuerteventura
Spain

Hiking the Hondo — A volcano walk on Fuerteventura

ByCraig Martin June 24, 2013

Walk around the crater of Calderón Hondo in this travel photo essay. There are cute squirrels. Promise!

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The Via de la Plata and the Camino de Santiago
Spain

The Via de la Plata and the Camino de Santiago

ByCraig and Linda August 13, 2023

The Via de la Plata is one of the famous routes of the Camino de Santiago. Having just completed it, in this podcast we share some stories and learnings to inspire and prepare you.

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Travel diary: Mexico
Mexico | Travel diary

Travel diary: Mexico

ByLinda Martin April 13, 2018

Mexico has been absolutely delicious. Apart from eating far too much, we also relaxed in Cancun, explored the Yucatan peninsula, and visited Mayan ruins.

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Eurail tickets.
Travel

How to Book a Eurail Pass with ACPRail.com

ByCraig and Linda August 13, 2022

If you’re going to be flying a lot, or are just travelling in Europe for a short time or are going to few destinations, a Eurail pass isn’t going to do you much good. However, if you’re planning to travel for two weeks or more and you want to visit a lot of places, there’s a good chance they’ll save you money and time.

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Boating Vietnam’s Mekong Delta
Vietnam

Boating Vietnam’s Mekong Delta

ByRachel Bannister March 21, 2022

What better way is there to explore one of the most extensive delta networks in the world than by boat? The mighty Mekong River meets the sea in the far south of Vietnam and before doing so, it meanders through some of the most colourful countryside in South East Asia.

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Top tips for travel insurance podcast
Travel

Top tips for travel insurance podcast

ByLinda Martin July 4, 2018

Travel insurance is an important part of any trip. But how do you know which policy is right for you? We talk with travel safety expert Phil Sylvester about all things travel insurance.

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How to celebrate Ramadan in Chefchaouen
Festival | Morocco

How to celebrate Ramadan in Chefchoen

ByJack A. August 9, 2016

Get away from Morocco’s big cities, and celebrate Ramadan in the charming blue town of Chefchouen, and break your fast with locals at the nightly iftar meal.

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One day in Maribor, Slovenia
Slovenia

One day in Maribor, Slovenia

ByLinda Martin August 14, 2022

Maribor is a cute city, and one full day is enough to see most of what it has to offer — if you organise your time well.

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Sweden

Is Sweden really that expensive?

ByLinda Martin September 9, 2023

Scandinavia has a bad reputation for being the most expensive region in the world.

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Small toiletries in a plastic bag for flights.
Travel

The pack light podcast: how to travel carry-on size

ByLinda Martin May 7, 2022

One of the biggest lessons we’ve learned in ten years of travel is to pack light. Learn how to travel with carry-on size luggage.

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How to choose your travel destination podcast
Travel

How to choose your travel destination podcast

ByCraig and Linda September 2, 2019

Choosing a destination for travel is part of the adventure! Check out our top tips on how to choose the best travel destination for you.

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Scotland

Top 10 things to do in Scotland

ByLinda Martin April 29, 2022

Whisky, haggis, bagpipes, the cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow — there are so many good things to do in Scotland! Listen to our Scotland podcast for our tips.

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World Cup Wines of South Africa podcast
South Africa

World Cup Wines of South Africa podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2022

World cup wines! We talk about the main and distinctive varieties of South African wine, Pinotage and Chenin Blanc, then get down to business: how to travel the wine regions.

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How to make the most of your German Rail Pass
Germany

How to make the most of your German Rail Pass

ByCraig Martin September 16, 2013

How can you make the most of a German rail pass? We travelled five days over one month in order to find out how far we could push it (and us!).

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Why do a walking tour in Lisbon?
Portugal

Why do a walking tour in Lisbon?

ByLinda Martin August 14, 2022

A walking tour is a great way to get to know a city like Lisbon.

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Fresh or canned food, or a combination of both?
Travel

Easy recipes for travel

ByLinda Martin September 12, 2018

Eat well on the road with these tried-and-true travel recipes.

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Top 10 things to do in Portugal
Portugal

Top 10 things to do in Portugal

ByLinda Martin May 18, 2022

Portugal is an amazing place, full of delicious food and drink, amazing buildings, and cultural experiences. Listen to our top ten things to do in Portugal in this Portugal travel podcast.

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Knights of Malta Keyhole, St. Peter's Dome, Rome, Italy
Italy

Travel photo: Knights of Malta Keyhole, St. Peter’s Dome through the Keyhole, Rome, Italy

ByGary Arndt May 9, 2022

Amazingly clear travel photo of St Peter’s Dome in Rome, through the keyhole of the Knights of Malta garden gate.

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Travel diary 2014
Travel diary

Travel diary 2014

ByCraig and Linda July 25, 2018

Craig and Linda’s 2014 adventures compiled into one handy post. Read about the Indie Travel adventures of 2014!

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Cambodia | China | India | Indonesia | Japan | Laos | Malaysia | Thailand | Vietnam

Asia travel ideas and resources

ByCraig Martin August 14, 2022

When you’re staring at a map of Asia, it can be hard to decide where you’re going to go and what you’re going to do. Here’s some Asia travel ideas and resources to help you get past the map and onto the plane.

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What to do in Croatia podcast
Croatia

What to do in Croatia podcast

ByLinda Martin November 22, 2016

There’s plenty to do in Croatia, from adventure sports, to wine and food experiences, to spending time in its charming cities. In this podcast, we speak with Select Croatia’s Maja Gudelj about her home country.

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Top things to do in Dublin podcast
Ireland

Top things to do in Dublin podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 12, 2015

From books to beer, Ireland’s capital is full of things to experience.

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Seven ways to save Africa’s rhinos
Africa

Seven ways to save Africa’s rhinos

ByChris Mears August 14, 2022

Rhinos are a decreasing species worldwide. It’s estimated we have less than a decade to save them… so here’s 7 ways ‘normal’ people can help.

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Snowboarding in Switzerland
Switzerland

48 hours with a Solo Female Traveller: The Swiss Alps

ByStephanie Lee March 21, 2022

After years of anticipation, I finally made it to the Swiss Alps, and with the aid of a friend, made my first attempt at snowboarding.

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New Zealand road trip
New Zealand

How to get around New Zealand podcast

ByLinda Martin April 28, 2022

Want to know how to get around New Zealand? Check out our New Zealand transport tips in this NZ travel podcast.

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Travel

Travel ink: the joy of passport stamps

BySherry Ott August 28, 2015

Who needs a permanent scar when you can have your passport stamps serve as your travel memory?

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Auckland free bus
New Zealand

How to get around in Auckland, New Zealand

ByLinda Martin December 6, 2017

Auckland is a sprawling city, stretching 100km from north to south, and travelling distances are vast if you’re trying to get anywhere at all. 

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Cusco Plaza de Armas
Peru

Cusco, Peru city guide

ByMark Whitman September 29, 2019

Awesome architecture, ancient culture, and delicious food — Cusco is for everyone. Check out our travel guide to Cusco, Peru.

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Travel scams, travel cons and other nasty travel stories: the safety podcast
Travel safety

Travel scams, travel cons and other nasty travel stories: the safety podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 3, 2015

Travel is generally as safe as staying at home, however there are travel scams, travel cons and nasty criminals can take advantage of travellers.

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New Zealand

From Bungee Jumping to Mountain Hiking: Eight Adrenaline-Pumping Adventures in New Zealand

ByCraig and Linda September 9, 2023

New Zealand, known by many as the adventure capital of the world, is certainly not short on things to do. From the highest peaks to under the water, here’s eight adventures to have in New Zealand.

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Kawiti Glowworm caves New Zealand
New Zealand

Kawiti Glowworm Caves, Northland New Zealand

ByLinda Martin March 31, 2017

However long you have to spend in Northland, New Zealand, a stop at the Kawiti Glowworm Caves is highly recommended.

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How to get around in Spain podcast
Spain

How to get around in Spain podcast

ByLinda Martin November 23, 2018

Spain is a large country, and there’s a lot to see in the different regions that form the country. There are plenty of ways to get around in Spain, including land, air and sea — check out the options in our Spain transport podcast.

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How to get around in A Coruna, Spain
Spain

How to get around in A Coruna, Spain

ByLinda Martin May 4, 2022

Getting around in A Coruna, northern Spain, means one of two things: walking or catching the bus.

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Cities and cowboys on a South American tour: the Uruguay podcast
Uruguay

Cities and cowboys on a South American tour: the Uruguay podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 12, 2015

Uruguay is an excellent country to explore independently. The long-distance buses run frequently and are clean and comfortable, and there are lots of hotels and hostels to choose from throughout the country. That said, we recently travelled through on a tour and learnt a lot from that experience too.

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Fantastic works of art there for everyone to see
Argentina

Explore the street art of Buenos Aires

ByLinda Martin July 29, 2015

Many cities have a vibrant street-art scene, but Buenos Aires takes graffiti to whole new levels.

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The Thailand-Laos border crossing
Travel safety

Health and safety in Asia podcast: Is it safe to travel in Asia?

ByCraig and Linda August 29, 2018

Is it safe to travel in Asia? It sure is! But there are risks to mitigate. We give you the low-down on the best health and safety advice for travel in Asia.

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Best Things to Do in San Marino (plus how to get there & more)
San Marino

Best Things to Do in San Marino (plus how to get there & more)

ByLinda Martin April 15, 2023

San Marino is a tiny, touristy country, but it’s certainly worth a visit. We’ll tell you how.

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Leeds bridge
England

Visit Leeds: Britain’s most under-rated city

ByCraig Martin February 13, 2016

Why would you want to visit Leeds? A better question is: why not?

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One day in Prague
Czech Republic

One day in Prague

ByCraig Martin August 13, 2022

What would you do with just one day in Prague? We had just half a day, but fit in so much thanks to a walking tour and an excellent guide.

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Argentina | Bolivia | Brazil | Chile | Colombia | Ecuador | Guyana | Paraguay | Peru | Suriname | Uruguay | Venezuela

Best places in South America podcast

ByCraig and Linda October 7, 2015

The best places to visit in South America, as chosen by Indie Travel Podcast hosts, Craig and Linda. Our favourite places and places we still want to visit in South America.

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Rottnest Island, Western Australia
Australia

Rottnest Island, Western Australia

ByAmanda Kendle August 3, 2015

Once you make it west to Perth, make sure to reserve at least a couple of days for a relaxing stay on Rottnest Island.

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North Macedonia travel guide
Macedonia

North Macedonia travel guide

BySlavko Desik March 26, 2019

North Macedonia is amazing! Nestled to the south of the Balkan Peninsula, just north of Greece, North Macedonia doesn’t get the attention it deserves. Check out our North Macedonia travel guide and visit for yourself.

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The Pha That Luang Festival in Vientiane, Laos
Festival | Laos

The Pha That Luang Festival in Vientiane, Laos

BySpencer Q June 25, 2016

Envision thousands of monks, wrapped in bright-orange robes and aligned in rows that extend to the rising Golden Stupa, with tens of thousands of Laotians prostrated in front of them. This is the Pha That Luang Festival in Vientiane, Laos.

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Ride-sharing: the way to go?
Travel

Ride-sharing: the way to go?

ByLinda Martin June 8, 2015

In many parts of the world, ride-sharing is one of the most popular ways to travel. It’s easy, convenient, and good value for money. Our first experience wasn’t perfect, but we’ll definitely do it again.

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Travel

Why teaching English is the perfect job for travel addicts

ByLinda Martin August 24, 2011

If you’re planning on working while you travel, choosing to teach English could be a good option.

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Top five things to do in my hometown of Portland, ME, USA
United States of America

Top five things to do in my hometown of Portland, ME, USA

ByDanielle May Steinman September 10, 2023

Portland, Maine has a lot to offer despite its small size.

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New Zealand

Top 5 things to do in the New Zealand summer podcast

ByCraig and Linda March 23, 2022

Get on the water, on the road, to local events! Want to truly experience the Kiwi summer? Check out our top five things to do in the NZ summer.

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Cartagena de Indias, Colombia
Colombia

Colombia travel podcast

ByLinda Martin August 14, 2022

Colombia is an amazing place, full of flavour, colour, and music. Listen to our Colombia travel podcast for tips and stories about travel in Colombia.

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Ferry in Auckland harbour
New Zealand

Things to do in Auckland harbour

ByCraig Martin February 29, 2016

Things to do in Auckland harbour, for visitors and locals alike! Includes water sports, island visits, wineries and a couple of goodies outside downtown.

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Ferry to Fuerteventura
Travel

How to find cheap transport podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 7, 2018

Transport is one of the biggest costs when travelling, especially if you’re going on a long-distance trip: how can you save money on transport? We show you in this travel podcast!

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Travel to Berlin and Düsseldorf podcast
Germany

Travel to Berlin and Düsseldorf podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 28, 2015

Berlin and Düsseldorf are two very different cities, but we found a lot to love about them both. Here are some ideas on the things to do and travel in Berlin & Düsseldorf.

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Top 10 things to do in New Zealand
New Zealand

Top 10 things to do in New Zealand

ByLinda Martin September 12, 2018

Drink wine, eat pies, visit the Bay of Islands — there’s plenty to do and see in New Zealand. Check out our top ten things to do in New Zealand.

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Tube sign London
England

How to use the tube: A guide to the London Underground

ByDavid Wilcox May 11, 2022

The London Underground, commonly known as the Tube, is the quickest and most efficient way of travelling around London.

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A lovely city: the Nuremberg podcast
Germany

A lovely city: the Nuremberg podcast

ByCraig and Linda May 24, 2023

Nuremberg has a beauty and loveliness all of its own, and it’s now our second-favourite city in Germany. Listen to the Nuremberg podcast.

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Spain

Things to do in Pontevedra

ByCraig Martin January 16, 2013

Pontevedra is a tiny little place, but there’s plenty to see; especially if mediaeval European cities are your thing.

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Spain

Solo female travel in Bilbao, Spain

ByStephanie Lee May 23, 2022

Bilbao is an excellent place to go for amateur or seasoned solo female travellers.

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Top 5 tips for clothes shopping while travelling
Travel

Top 5 tips for clothes shopping while travelling

ByLinda Martin July 27, 2018

Shopping while travelling can be a great experience! Check out our top tips for clothes shopping during your trip.

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Australia

Travel in Perth, Australia podcast

ByCraig and Linda August 14, 2022

Perth, Australia’s western-most city, is the capital of the imaginatively named state of Western Australia. Sure, it’s a bit far away from the rest of the country, but it more than makes up for its isolation and diminutive size with character and energy.

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Reception committee on Amantani, Peru
Peru

Cruising Titicaca: Amantani Island and natural religion

ByCraig Martin May 20, 2023

Secluded Amantani Island on Lake Titicaca is a great place to incorporate into a Lake Titicaca trip from Puno.

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Toiletries for Travel: Ten ways to reduce your toiletries on long trips
Packing For Travel

Toiletries for Travel: Ten ways to reduce your toiletries on long trips

ByLinda Martin May 2, 2022

It’s important to maintain personal hygiene whilst travelling, but some people go overboard when packing toiletries for travel – everything in the bathroom cupboard gets thrown in, regardless of how often it’s used. Linda explores how we can we reduce the amount of toiletries in our bags.

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Food tour of Venice — Cicchetti with Cecilia
Italy