Best Connor Fletcher Podcasts (2024)

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EP-164 TAKE LESS, DO MORE: Discussing Minimalism and Gratitude with Glen Van Peski 51:31

5d ago51:31

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Welcome to another episode of the 10 Adventures podcast! Today, we're thrilled to host Glen Van Peski, the founder of Gossamer Gear and author of "Take Less, Do More." In our conversation, Glen shares how his passion for ultralight backpacking led to the founding of Gossamer Gear, challenging traditional notions of gear weight and functionality. Hi…

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EP-163 CHASING ANTARCTICA: Conquering Ironman Challenges Across Seven Continents with Connor Emeny 31:17

12d ago31:17

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Join us on the latest episode of the 10 Adventures podcast as we sit down with Connor Emeny, the remarkable individual who became the first person to conquer an Iron Man triathlon on every continent. From the serene landscapes of New Zealand to the rugged terrains of Antarctica, Connor shares his incredible journey, offering insights into resilienc…

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EP-162 INDIA UNVEILED: A Walking Journey Across the Heart of India with Ash Joshi 42:04

19d ago42:04

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In our latest episode of the 10 Adventures podcast, we're joined by Ash Joshi, author of the upcoming book "Journey to the East." Ash takes us on a captivating 1800km expedition across India, from the Arabian Sea to the Bay of Bengal, revealing a hidden side of the country rarely seen by travelers or locals. As we delve into Ash's motivations for t…

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EP-161 TASTES OF TRAVEL: Exploring the World's Culinary Cultures with Jim Kane, Host of PBS's The Food Principle 40:45

26d ago40:45

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In this episode of the 10 Adventures podcast, we chat with Jim Kane, host of PBS's The Food Principle, about the profound connection between food, travel, and sustainability. With 20 years of experience connecting travelers to local cultures worldwide, Jim shares insights into how food serves as a universal language, breaking down barriers and invi…

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EP-160 A LIFE LIVED WILD: Legendary Mountaineer, Rick Ridgeway, Reflects On A Lifetime of Adventures 42:40

1M ago42:40

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In the latest episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Rick Ridgeway, renowned adventurer and author of the captivating autobiography "Life Lived Wild." Rick's journey through life is nothing short of remarkable, from his early encounters with the mountains to his groundbreaking expeditions and storied career …

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EP-159 HIKING THE HEXATREK: France's Newest Long Distance Thru-Hike with Claire McCall 36:00

1M ago36:00

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Join me in this week's episode of the 10 Adventures podcast as I chat with Claire McCall, author of "Hiking the Hexa." In this podcast we discuss her thrilling journey along France's newest long-distance trail, the HexaTrek. Claire shares candidly about her experiences, from navigating the breathtaking landscapes of the Vosges to the challenging te…

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EP-158 FAMILY BIKE TOURS: A 1,000km Cycling Adventure with Toby and Meg Twigg 31:31

2M ago31:31

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Today's episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast features Toby and Meg Twigg, a couple who took family adventures to the next level with a long-distance bike tour. In this chat we explore the challenges of biking with a five-year-old and an eleven-month-old, their inspiration for this journey, and the unexpected delights and occasional chaos of their t…

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EP-157 MICROADVENTURES AND THE ART OF CURIOSITY: Exploring the World with Alastair Humphreys 34:06

2M ago34:06

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Welcome back to the 10 Adventures podcast! This week, I had an incredible chat with Alastair Humphreys, a true adventurer who's cycled around the world, walked across India, and rowed the Atlantic. Named National Geographic Adventure of the Year in 2012, Alastair has also championed microadventures and recently authored the book "Local," where he e…

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EP-156 1,400 MILES OF REFLECTION: A Solo Walk Across England with Patrick Davies 46:59

2M ago46:59

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Welcome back to the 10 Adventures podcast! Today, we had the pleasure of chatting with Patrick Davies, the author of "Where Skylarks Sing," a captivating book that chronicles his walk across England, from Land's End in Cornwall to John O'Groats in Northern Scotland. Patrick embarked on this incredible journey in 2021, seeking solace and reflection …

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EP-155 VIA DE LA PLATA: Blending Adventure and Spanish History with John Hayes 38:18

2M ago38:18

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Welcome back to the 10 Adventures podcast! In this episode, we chat with John Hayes about his journey cycling the Via de la Plata, a lesser-known route of the Camino de Santiago, spanning from Seville to Santiago. John shares how his passion for long-distance walks, including the E4, led him to become a guidebook author. Discussing the uniqueness o…

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EP-154 BIKEPACKING WITH A 5 & 11-YEAR-OLD: Family Bike Adventures with Dennis Lastochkin 35:39

3M ago35:39

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Welcome back to the 10 Adventures podcast! In today's episode, I had a fascinating chat with Dennis Lastochkin, a dad who has taken family bike trips to incredible destinations like Italy and Peru. Dennis shares how he gradually introduced his young daughters to bike touring, starting from local rides and gradually progressing to international adve…

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EP-153 ALASKA TO ARGENTINA BY E-BIKE: Massive Adventures Beyond Retirement with Robert Fletcher 39:04

3M ago39:04

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This week on the 10 Adventures Podcast, we have the pleasure of chatting with the inspiring adventurer, Robert (Bob) Fletcher, about his epic bike tour from Alaska to Argentina. At the age of 80, Bob embarked on this incredible journey, covering 15,000 kilometers and exploring the diverse landscapes of North and South America. As we dive into the c…

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EP-152 BIKING ACROSS AMERICA WITHOUT MONEY: A Journey About Human Empathy and Connection 27:41

3M ago27:41

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Welcome back to the 10 Adventures podcast. In today's episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Daniel Troia, a filmmaker with a remarkable story. Daniel embarked on a cross-country bike journey across America, documenting his experiences in the film "We Are All In This Together." What sets this journey apart is that Daniel undertook this advent…

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EP-151 MICRO ADVENTURES: Building Family Bonds Through Outdoor Exploration 27:42

3M ago27:42

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Dive into the world of family micro adventures with Claire Pinder on the latest episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast! In this episode, Claire shares her journey from a fast-paced tech career to rediscovering purpose through outdoor exploration. We further discuss the transformative power of adventure in building meaningful connections with loved on…

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EP-150 TE ARAROA: Hear from Laura Waters about her trek on New Zealand’s 3,000+ km Te Araroa 34:41

3M ago34:41

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Another great podcast this week as we have author Laura Waters on to talk about her over 3,000 km trek on New Zealand's Te Araroa trail. Listen in and learn about what trekking the Te Araroa is like, and also how Laura's life changed after the trek, finding herself and happiness while out on the trails. If you don't feel you're living your authenti…

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EP-149 CROSSING EUROPE BY FOOT: 5,000 km on the E4 with John Hayes 35:17

4M ago35:17

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In this week's podcast we hear from John Hayes, former management consultant who transformed into a long distance walker to kick off his new life after starting retirement. John walks us through his journey across the E4 trail that stretches across the European continent from the coast of Spain to Budapest in Hungary. Listen in as we discuss what i…

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EP-148 BIKING THE WORLD: Cycling the world with Linda Beilig 1:02:43

4M ago1:02:43

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This week we're dipping into the archives and listening in as Linda Beilig talks about her journey cycling around the world, and about 'Pedalling the Planet', the book she wrote about her experiences. Be inspired by this incredible journey. To find Linda's book check out Amazon or her website.By 10Adventures

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EP-147-WALKING THE WORLD: Tom Turcich shares his 7 year journey around the world 43:34

4M ago43:34

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Another great podcast from the vault, we talk with Tom Turcich as he finished up the last leg of his walk around the world. Tom share's the highs and lows of this journey and offers up loads of inspiration to take on mammoth dreams. Check out Tom's writing on his website, or follow along on his Instagram.…

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EP-146 PACIFIC CREST TRAIL: What it’s like walking the PCT 39:40

4M ago39:40

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This week we talk to Calgary's own Jeromy Farkas about his experience walking the Pacific Crest Trail, a 4,280km walk from the Mexico border to Canada. Hear why Jeromy chose the PCT after a challenging run for Mayor, what he learned on the PCT, and how this walk raised over $125,000 for the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization. You can follow alon…

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EP-145 PERU: Learn why Peru is a near-perfect adventure destination 34:20

5M ago34:20

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This week we talk with Paul Cripps, owner of Amazonas Explorer, a local tour operator based in Cusco Peru. Hear how Paul fell in love with Peru, and followed his dream, emigrating to Peru over 20 years ago. Paul shares what he thinks are the must-see activities for tourists to Peru, from e-biking the Sacred Valley, to a more conventional Sacred Val…

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EP-144 SKIING IN CANADA: A breakdown of where to Ski from Whistler to Banff 48:19

5M ago48:19

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This week we have Alex Ross back on the podcast. Alex is the Founder of Fresh Adventures, and he shares his insight of the skiing opportunities from Whistler to Banff. During the podcast we cover skiing the Coast Range, the Okanagan, West Kootenays, East Kootenays, Powder Highway, and the Rockies. Learn about the best snow, terrain, towns and how t…

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EP-143 CYCLING AND MENTAL HEALTH: Hear how your bike can impact your mental health 30:14

5M ago30:14

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This week is a great podcast, and we hear from Jack Greenwood and his mom Ally Blofeld about how a bike tour together in France changed her life. Hear how a one-week bike can impact your mental health, and in Ally's case helped her dramatically improve her mental health. You can follow Jack's South American Bikepacking adventure here: https://jackg…

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EP-142 COSTA RICA: Unique, diverse, and incredible! 30:19

5M ago30:19

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This week we talk about all things Costa Rica, and why it's such a compelling destination for outdoor, active and adventure travellers! Guiding us on this chat is Federico Solano from Costa Rica's Horizontes Nature Tours, a boutique Costa Rican tour operator. Check out this incredible tour to see more about what's possible in Costa Rica: https://ww…

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EP-141 CHILE: Learn about the best places to visit, from classics to undiscovered gems 35:29

6M ago35:29

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This week we talk everything Chile with Sebastian Höing from Andes Viva, a boutique tour operator in Chile. Sebastian shares some of the classic Chilean trips, such as the Atacama Desert and Torres del Paine in Patagonia. He also shares some of the other epic destinations to explore. Incredible self-drive trips such as the Fjords of Chilean Patagon…

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EP-140 MENTAL HEALTH: How Adventure helps us as humans 44:17

6M ago44:17

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This week we have Belinda Kirk on the podcast. Belinda has dedicated her life to adventure, leading incredible expeditions across some of the most remote parts on earth, founding a non-profit, writing a book on why adventure is so important, and in November hosting a conference called Adventure Mind, all about the importance of adventure to wellbei…

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EP-139 ALASKA TO ARGENTINA: Cycling the classic route through the Americas 36:17

6M ago36:17

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This week we have Donivan Berube on the Podcast, as he talks about one of the most epic bike rides, from Alaska to Argentina. Donivan has finished the US and Canada, and we chatted while he was taking a week off in Los Angeles. Hear about why Donivan chose this ride, as well as what has made it so special. Donivan is an international adventure cycl…

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EP-138 WINTER DESTINATIONS: Get insider tips on the best places to travel this winter 45:01

6M ago45:01

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We're back from hiatus and ready to talk about the best places to travel this winter, and Nadine is back to share her suggestions. Learn how to find great snow-based trips, or ways to escape the snow and find warm weather, all over the world!By 10Adventures

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EP-137 CANADA: Canoeing across Canada 31:09

7M ago31:09

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We're on hiatus exploring the world, so we're dipping into the vaults for some of our favourite episodes from the past. This week we're listening in on Episode 15, where we share the incredible story of Carol VandenEngel and Glenn Green who canoed 8,515km across Canada from Vancouver to Sydney, Nova Scotia. Find out how they navigated white water r…

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EP-136 USA: How the Appalachian Trail can change your life! 45:07

7M ago45:07

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We are on hiatus, exploring Asia and the Middle East. So we're reaching into our vaults for some of our most popular episodes. This week we are listening to our 3rd ever episode, where we find out how thru-hiker Charles Dement changed his life, and went from overweight and depressed to hiking the complete Appalachian Trail on this episode of the 10…

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EP-135: ISRAEL: A great winter destination for walkers 39:41

7M ago39:41

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Autumn is here, and we're thinking of winter, and how to find a warm-weather break. This week we learn why Israel is such a wonderful walking destination, combining great food, history, and wonderful and diverse walking. Here to tell us all about walking in Israel is Erez Speiser, owner of Israel by Foot. Erez talks about walking the Golan Trail, I…

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EP-134: VIETNAM: Why Vietnam is a bike touring paradise! 29:43

8M ago29:43

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This week we learn all about biking tours in Vietnam, and learn all about the diversity of the country, and why it is such a great place for a bike tour. Helping us learn is Minh Thai, Founder of Mr Biker Saigon, a dedicated bike tour operator.By 10Adventures

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EP-133 ALTITUDE: Learn all about staying healthy and adventuring at altitude 28:29

8M ago28:29

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This week we are learning all about how the body reacts to altitude so you can have a safer journey when venturing to high elevation. To help guide us we are joined by James Barber, who is the Lead Performance Specialist at The Altitude Centre, London. James has a Masters in Sport Science and several years experience in preparing climbers for the d…

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EP-132 E-BIKING: What it’s like to ride an e-bike! 22:45

8M ago22:45

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This week our host Richard is the guest, and is interviewed about his first experience riding an e-bike. Richard and his wife got to test out a Rad Power e-bike this summer, and they both came away impressed! Check out the review of the Rad Power bike here: https://www.10adventures.com/radcity-electric-commuter-bike-gear-review/…

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EP-131 AUTUMN DESTINATIONS: Where to travel this autumn 44:12

8M ago44:12

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Get inspired about the some of the best autumn destinations on the podcast this week! Listen in on this webinar our team recently put on, exploring some of the best adventure destinations!By 10Adventures

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EP-130 CANADA: Hear about kayaking Canada’s iconic Inside Passage 36:02

9M ago36:02

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This week we hear about one of the most epic trips on earth, kayaking Canada's inside passage. Here to talk to us is Chris Whittaker, who released a YouTube series of his 2022 expedition from Lund, BC to Skagway, Alaska. Learn about the experience of an incredible trip like this, as well as the logistics of a 72-day sea kayak trip. You'll also hear…

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EP-129 THE CAMINO: Hear how the Camino has changed one woman’s life 46:57

9M ago46:57

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This is a great episode, as we have Emily Rand talking about how the Camino de Santiago changed her life. Listen in to learn more about different routes you can take on the Camino, but what is more exciting is how the Camino can change your life. With Emily, hear how she transitioned from a corporate career to a full-time traveler, exploring the wo…

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EP-128 CANADA: Biking across Canada to help others 38:28

9M ago38:28

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Prepare to be inspired this week, as we have Chris Aubichon on the podcast. Chris was at a turning point in his life, and decided that he would cycle back to Vancouver Island to start his post-secondary education, riding from Moncton to BC. Hear why Chris describes this trip as "Heart Mending", and how this has changed his life. When we talked to C…

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EP-127 TAJIKISTAN: Best treks and developing the Pamir Trail 32:31

9M ago32:31

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This week we have Jan Bakker, author of Cicerone's Trekking in Tajikistan guidedbook, and founder of the Pamir Trail. Jan shares why Tajikistan is such an incredible trekking destination, and some of his favourite places to trek, from those who are new to the country to some of the more challenging and remote treks. Jan also shares how he ended up …

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EP-126 JAPAN: Cycling the length of Japan 26:23

10M ago26:23

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This week we hear from Zerno Imran, who in the midst of his round the world voyage decided to buy a bike and cycling 2,600km up the length of Japan. Zerno's motto on why he is doing this bike ride reflects back on the famous Ferris Bueller Quote 'If you don't pay attention, life will go by in an instant'. Hear about Zerno's experience on the bike, …

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EP-125 QUEBEC: Sea Kayaking and exploring the stunning Saguenay region 23:22

10M ago23:22

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This week we talk with Mat Messier from Fjord en Kayak. We are talking about incredible sea kayaking in the Saguenay Fjord, where we hear about waking up in your tent to the sounds of whales breaching. Saguenay is a wonderful area to explore, and we talk about how to combine a trip to the region with exploring Quebec City or Montreal! Learn about o…

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EP-124 GERMANY: Where to bike and hike this summer! 38:29

10M ago38:29

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This week we are learning about why Germany is such a great destination for bike touring and walking holidays. Listen in and hear about the abundance of car-free cycling routes that offer something for beginners all the way to more experienced cyclists. We will also hear about walking tours, and exploring from village to village, experience the loc…

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EP-123 CYCLING THE WORLD: On €800 a month 38:39

10M ago38:39

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This week we talk with Nate Jetter, who is 5 weeks into his around the world bike trip. Learn about how he saved for his trip and how this is his first real experience riding a bike. Listen in to hear how he's living on €800 a month, and what it's like 5 weeks in. You can check out more on Nate's experience using these links: YouTube, Instagram, or…

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EP-122 NORTHERN ENGLAND: Learn about the best walks 44:23

10M ago44:23

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This week we are learning about why Northern England is such a great destination for a walking holiday with the Founder of S-Cape UK, a boutique adventure travel company. Listen in and hear why this part of the world is a great destination for your next holiday, from the Lake District to the North York Moors, there is so much incredible countryside…

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EP-121 WHERE TO TRAVEL THIS SUMMER: Learn about some of the best active holiday destinations 52:23

11M ago52:23

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This week it's our summer special, where we share tips for some of the best adventure destinations for this summer. Helping us out is Nadine from 10Adventures. First off, you can check out these two summer blogs: Escape Crowds this Summer or 10 Tips to Tackle Summer Travel. We start off talking about Europe's top summer hiking trips, such as the To…

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EP-120 SRI LANKA: One of the most diverse countries on earth, and a gem to explore 31:24

11M ago31:24

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This week we talk with local Sri Lankan guide and mentor, Dmitri Silva. Dmitri shares what makes Sri Lanka such a compelling adventure destination, and the one word that keeps coming up is DIVERSE! There is so much to see and do, all on a beautiful island in the Indian Ocean. Check out some of the tours Dmitri talks about, such as a 10-day classic …

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EP-119 VIA ALPINA: One of the best long distance treks in the Alps 34:16

11M ago34:16

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This week we talk with Brad Bowers, who completed the Via Alpina Yellow in 2022. The Via Alpina is a series of long distance walks that goes through the Alps. there are five trails, each a different colour (Red Trail, Purpole Trail, Yellow Trail, Green Trail and Blue Trail). Brad talks about his experience on the Yellow Via Alpina, which goes from …

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EP-118 CYCLING AMERICA: Cycling 10,000+ miles around the perimeter of the Continental US for Charity 23:46

11M ago23:46

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This week is a special episode, as we hear from Jim Feeney who is currently biking over 10,000 miles around the perimeter of the continental US to raise money for the charity SBP. Here about what it takes to spend a few months riding the perimeter of the Continental USA, as well as Jim's experience on rides like this. You'll also here how the Pelot…

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EP-117 THE ALPS: Great treks like the Tour du Mont Blanc, Tour of the Matterhorn, Haute Route to Zermatt and more! 31:44

12M ago31:44

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If you want to go trekking in the Alps then this weeks episode is for you. We talk to Pierrick Delattre, a cerfified Mountain Guide and founder of Trekking company Watse about his favourite treks in the Alps. Listen in and hear about the Tour du Mont Blanc, as well as shorter 4-day TMB, 5-day TMB and 7-day TMB routes for people that can spare the t…

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EP-116 SLOVENIA: Explore this up-and-coming adventure destination 32:52

12M ago32:52

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This week we learn all about Slovenia, a country that seems to be on all the 'up-and-coming' travel destinations. With us is Miha Gantar, founder of Slotrips, a specialist adventure tour operator located in Slovenia. Hear Miha talk about what makes Slovenia so popular and some incredible holiday options in Slovenia. Find out how you can trek, hike,…

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EP-115 ENGLAND & WALES: Ideal active holiday destinations 24:10

12M ago24:10

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This week we talk about why England and Wales are such a great destinations for active holidays. Steve Short from UK hiking and cycling tour operator Compass Holidays shares his favourite trips in England and Wales, with a focus on the Cotswolds, The South West Coast Path in Cornwall, and Offa's Dyke National Trail in Wales. Hear about these incred…

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