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Do you want to travel smarter, cheaper and more purposefully? Welcome to the Travel Goals Podcast, where we help you travel better with on-location destination episodes and interviews with top travel experts. Host Portia Jones is an intrepid travel journalist and will take you on a deep dive with top travel experts to bring you what's new in travel, as well as a range of actionable travel hacks, destination inspiration and stories of travel adventures from around the world. Tune in for in-de ...
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Are you ready to take a deep dive into Boston Massachusetts with our immersive and exciting destination series? This teaser episode gives you a sneak peek into our upcoming Boston mini-series, all recorded on location. Known for its tea-dumping defiance that helped ignite the American Revolutionary War, Boston still has the fierce spirit of a revol…
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How to create a life of travel without sacrificing stability and comfort: A deep dive with Helene Sula
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Do you want to travel without sacrificing your financial stability and career? We've got you covered! Join us for a deep dive with travel blogger and author Helene Sula. We discuss how she took calculated risks to follow her dreams of travelling and living abroad without sacrificing stability and comfort and how you can too. Wanting to get out of h…
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Your epic guide to exploring Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way: Unmissable road trip stops
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Dreaming of exploring the Wild Atlantic Way in Ireland? We've got you covered with our epic guide to road-tripping the world's longest, uninterrupted coastal route. Join me and producer Luke for the journey of a lifetime as we explore charming towns, wildlife-rich national parks, food markets and welcoming pubs filled with traditional Irish music. …
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Viking Heritage, Seaweed Baths and Castles: Road tripping through Ireland's Ancient East Part 2
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Is Ireland on your bucket list? Check out part two of our guide to road-tripping around Ireland's Ancient East. Discover Viking history, single malt whisky, seaweed baths, historic lighthouses, and ocean dips, and learn about a special stone mounted inside a castle. Join me and producer Luke on an immersive journey to discover over 5,000 years of h…
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Celtic trails and coastal roads: Road tripping through Ireland's Ancient East - Part 1
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Dreaming of exploring Ireland? We've got you covered with our guide to road-tripping around Ireland's Ancient East. Imagine a land of rolling green hills, historical attractions, castles and landscaped gardens framed by the River Shannon and the Irish Sea. Join me and producer Luke on an immersive journey to discover over 5,000 years of history as …
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Spooky Samhain adventures in Ireland - the home of Halloween
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Did you know that Ireland is considered the home of Halloween? Discover the spookier side of the Emerald Isle and learn about mystical myths, folklore, fire and feasting, as nights draw in and darkness descends. As part of our special Ireland destination series, we travel to Ireland to explore Halloween's Irish roots and learn more about Samhain - …
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Are you ready to take a deep dive into Ireland with our immersive and exciting destination series? This teaser episode gives you a sneak peek into our upcoming Ireland mini-series, recorded on location. Over five episodes, me and producer Luke will be travelling around the Emerald Isle to discover why Ireland is a fantastic destination for a holida…
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How to travel the world for $10 a day - super budget travel hacks from 'The Broke Backpacker'
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Do you want to learn how to travel the world on a budget? Check out our ultimate guide to globe-trotting without breaking the bank! In this episode, we team up with Will Hatton – The Broke Backpacker, to unravel the art of savvy budget travel, where adventure knows no financial boundaries. Discover the road less travelled with Will's top travel hac…
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Road tripping in South Iceland - an epic voyage in the land of fire and ice
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Are you dreaming of an epic road trip in Iceland? Join us on an immersive audio journey through the land of fire and ice and get inspired for your next adventure. Recorded on location in South Iceland, we visit thundering waterfalls, black sand beaches and glacial lagoons by electric car. We also talk to knowledgable locals about why you should roa…
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How to pack smarter - top travel packing tips and hacks
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Do you want to pack smarter and save money on cabin bag charges with airlines? In this episode, we discuss how to pack smarter – featuring top travel packing hacks and tips from travel bag experts. Find out to choose your ideal cabin bag, how to beat airline bag charges and get expert packing hacks and tips, so you can travel lighter and still look…
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How to plan the perfect USA National Parks trip
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Are you dreaming of adventure and connecting with the great outdoors? Sounds like you need a trip to one of the many incredible national parks in the USA. In this episode, we learn how to plan the perfect USA National Parks trip with Gary Arndt. Gary is the host of the Everything Everywhere Daily Podcast, and he is also an award-winning blogger and…
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Hiking the Atlas Mountains with Morocco's first female mountain guide
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Conquer towering peaks and rugged trails in The High Atlas Mountains with Morocco's first female mountain guide – Hafida Hdoubane. We take a deep dive into hiking trails, female mountain guiding and community tourism with Intrepid Travel – a group adventure travel company and the world’s largest travel B Corporation. Recorded on location, join us o…
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How travel can be a force for good in Morocco
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Can travelling to Morocco be purpose-driven, conscientious, and responsible? We take a deep dive into this incredible destination with Intrepid Travel – a group adventure travel company and the world’s largest travel B Corporation. Recorded on location, join us on an audio adventure through the spice-filled souks and lively squares of Marrakech – a…
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Travel through the ages - why adventure isn't just for young people
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Do you want to have more adventures but don't know where to begin, travel expert, author and YouTuber Lisa Niver is here to help! In this episode, Lisa discusses how you can make your travel dreams come true and have adventures through the ages, no matter your age or travel experience. Adventure travel has long been advertised with pictures of brig…
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How to travel to challenging countries and hard to reach places
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Any type of travel can pose a challenge, especially if you aren’t used to being on the road. From cancelled flights, lost bags, medical emergencies and closed borders, there are many ways that travel can be tough, even for the most hardened explorer. But what about travelling to extremely challenging destinations, conflict areas and closed-off coun…
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Why Saint Lucia is the Caribbean island of adventure
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Hiking mountainous volcanic plugs, diving in colourful reefs and zipping through a dense forest canopy – Saint Lucia is more than just dreamy beaches and luxury resorts – it's a Caribbean island of adventure. Recorded on location, this immersive episode takes you on a journey through St Lucia's adventure activities, while getting unique insights fr…
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Incredible Halloween destinations you must visit
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Wondering where to go for your Halloween vacation? We've got you covered with our top picks for Halloween destinations you need to visit for thrills and chills. Halloween events, haunted hotels and creepy castles are a huge draw for visitors seeking out supernatural spots, spooky places and family-friendly festivities. Many cities, towns and region…
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How to design your own travel adventures - top tips, apps and hacks
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Should you plan your travel adventures with an itinerary, or wing it and see where the road takes you? In this episode, we discuss the benefits of travel planning, how travel apps can make your life easier and how you can design your very own travel adventures, with Emma and Alex from TripMapper. We get stuck into how self-designed travel itinerari…
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How to plan a dog-friendly holiday in Britain, featuring dog-travel expert Lottie Gross
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Are you planning to take your dog on holiday in Britain? Do you want top tips on the best dog-friendly destinations and practical tips on travelling safely and responsibly with your dog? We speak to author, journalist and dog-travel expert Lottie Gross about her book – Dog-friendly Weekends - 50 breaks in Britain for you and your dog, published by …
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How travel companies can be a force for good - featuring Intrepid Travel
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Can travel companies be a force for good? How can we tell if we're booking with a reputable company, with the right ethos, and how can we positively impact the destinations we visit? We speak to Intrepid Travel's Managing Director James Thornton in this episode, to learn more about how travel companies can make a difference, greenwashing and what r…
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Why Peru should be on your travel bucket list for adventure, culture and food
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Are you planning a trip to Peru? Join us on a special on-location episode to discover why it needs to be on your travel bucket list. Home to the captivating cities of Lima and Cusco, the natural wonders of the Amazon basin and Lake Titicaca and the intriguing historic sites in and around Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley, Peru has become a top pic…
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Travel Chaos: How to deal with flight cancellations, delays and queues and what your rights are
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What happens if your flight is cancelled or delayed? Do you know what your consumer rights are? With travel chaos expected in the UK and European airports this summer, it's more important than ever to know how to deal with cancellations, delays and lost bags. In this episode, we speak to consumer rights champion Jane Hawkes to find out what you nee…
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Budget travel in your 30s and beyond featuring Rachel Miller from HolidayPirates
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Budget travel in your 30s and beyond doesn't have to involve hostels and living off super noodles! You can still save money on travel and not comprise on comfort or little luxuries. Join me and Rachel Miller - content marketing manager at HolidayPirates, as we discuss how travel changes as you get older and how you can still save money on trips by …
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Why you must visit the charming Black & White Villages of Herefordshire in England
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Find out why you must visit the charming Black & White Villages of Herefordshire in England, with this special destination podcast. Recorded on location, this episode takes the listener on an immersive audio journey as we adventure through the English countryside, speaking to locals and finding out what makes this beautiful part of the UK so specia…
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Sacred places, pilgrimages and how spiritual tourism became a new travel trend
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On this episode, we’re talking about sacred spaces, spiritual pilgrimages, how faith tourism became a new travel trend. In the UK, many churches and sacred sites are looking to enhance the visitor experience and increase revenue through tours, activities and even overnight church camping known as ‘champing’. But how do churches and pilgrimage sites…
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