Travel Secrets

Tanya Rose

Welcome to Travel Secrets with Tanya Rose – the podcast sharing wisdom for fellow travellers.

Tanya will be joined by an ensemble of well-travelled guests, sharing perspectives on the art of travel shaped by their varied lifestyles; from the worlds of film, fashion and more. During these conversations, Tanya will discover the guests' six Travel Secrets and learn about the experiences that uncovered them.

Unlock insider secrets and learn how to get under the skin of a destination like a local and not a tourist.

This podcast might not change your life, but it might just change your plans.

Keep up with everything Travel Secrets at @travelsecretsthepodcast

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Jun 4, 2024 · 31 min
Tania Bryer | Touring Dollywood with Dolly Parton
As a renowned broadcaster and interview, it’s Tania Bryer’s turn to be interviewed by our own Tanya Rose about her travel secrets. Tania shares her experience of touring Bejing with famous pianist Lang Lang, visiting Dollywood with Dolly Parton and making sushi with Nobu himself! Plus, she shares tips for overcoming jet lag, the best place in LA to spot celebrities and her hilarious experience of trying to get a small portion of pancakes in America. Don’t forget
May 28, 2024 · 20 min
Whitney Hawkings | The Best Bistros in Paris
FLOWERBX founder, Whitney Hawkings reveals the travel secrets she’s discovered with Tanya this week.  Whitney comes with many specific places to visit, including hidden gems in the streets of Paris, her favourite restaurant in the world which is closer than you might think and where she had a simple tomato pasta that she declares to be the best meal she’s ever had.  She also shares poignant memories of rediscovering destinations through her children’s eyes and th
May 21, 2024 · 28 min
Skye McAlpine | Everything You Need to Know About Venice
Cookery writer, Skye McAlpine, joins Tanya this week to tell the tale of her travels with a gloriously heavy bias to the exquisite, Venice. Skye’s recipes are influenced by her life in Italy - she moved to Venice, from London, at the age of six with her parents and now splits her time between both cities. It’s safe to say she knows her way around the streets (and canals!) of Venice…  With wonderful memories of eating ice-cream sandwiches for breakfast and hopping arou
May 14, 2024 · 31 min
Luke Evans | The Holiday Starts As Soon As You’re Out the Door
Actor and singer Luke Evans joins Tanya Rose to reveal his travel secrets this week.  Luke explains why he doesn’t stay in hotels while he’s travelling for work (and some of the uniquely wonderful places he’s stayed instead), why he can’t stand trips planned to a tee and why his ultimate advice is to “Be Brave”. Plus, he shares the incredible musical experience in a restaurant in Lisbon, the delicious foods you can find in family-run restaurants in Spain and the trick
May 7, 2024 · 29 min
Charles Dance | The Street of a Thousand Food Shops
In his 52 years of work, actor Charles Dance has travelled from the Russian Arctic to far East Asia. This week, he reveals his 6 travel secrets and the many stories that go alongside them. Charles shares with Tanya Rose why he gets emotional thinking about Venice, why his favourite restaurant experience is actually in London and his favourite street in Bologna.  Don’t forget to follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/travelsecretsthepodcast/?hl=en" rel="noopener nor
Apr 30, 2024 · 31 min
Santa Montefiore | Matching Ski Suits with Princess Diana
Bestselling novelist Santa Montefiore’s books feature settings across the world, and she explains the real life connections in this episode.  Santa shares with Tanya Rose how travelling has informed her writing, her time in Argentina teaching children the English language and the devastating wash out when her sister, Tara Palmer-Tomkinson, booked her a stay in Bali.  Plus, she explains the shocking connection to the avalanche that narrowly missed King Charles and
Apr 23, 2024 · 31 min
Josh Berger | Never Underestimate Spain
Former President & Managing Director, Warner Bros. UK and Spain and President of the Harry Potter Franchise Josh Berger joins Tanya Rose to share his travel secrets. Josh’s work has taken him around the world, and he explains why Spain is his favourite place and the incredible diversity of the country. Plus, he shares why his top tip is to hire a guide wherever you go and his incredible story of a sporadic visit to the oldest bullfighting ring in Spai
Apr 16, 2024 · 32 min
Amanda Wakeley | Climbing Glaciers in Antarctica
Fashion designer Amanda Wakeley reveals her Travel Secrets with Tanya Rose this week.  Amanda shares why Venice is her favourite place for people watching, why sailing is more accessible than you might think and where in India took her breath away.  Plus, she shares her immersive penguin experience which left her feeling like she was on another planet.  Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/amandawakeley/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_bla
Apr 9, 2024 · 24 min
Pippa Vosper | Why Sweden is Good for the Soul
Author and writer for British Vogue, Pippa Vosper shares her memories from around the world on this week’s episode of Travel Secrets. Pippa tells Tanya Rose why, despite loving beaches, earthy Sweden is her favourite destination; she shares a hilarious celebrity encounter with one of the Skarsgårds and the terrible luck she’s had in Marrakesh.  Plus, she reveals the extensive variety of fine dining in Japan and her extraordinary and chaotic proposal in Sri Lanka.&nbsp
Apr 2, 2024 · 29 min
Liz Earle | End of Season Partying in Ibiza
Skincare and wellness guru Liz Earle joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets this week. Liz explains where her passion for Africa originated, why Kenya is a country to meet all traveller’s needs and her favourite and why she thinks Venice may be turning into Disneyland for grown-ups.  Plus, she shares glimpses into special trips she’s taken her children on, her most theatrical experience in a restaurant in Ibiza and she shares insider hacks on how to sleep flawle
Mar 26, 2024 · 39 min
Nicholas Allott | 5 Years in a Hippie Commune
West End and Broadway Theatre producer, Nicholas Allott joins Tanya Rose with an abundance of travel stories in this week's episode.  Nick shares how he was born with a travel bug, a glimpse into his time in a Hippy Commune and how he got into producing theatre. Nick then divulges the unexpected and derailed trip to Egypt after he made the mistake of believing a guidebook, the best meal that took 2 flights and a taxi to get there and why you should never judge a film
Mar 19, 2024 · 27 min
Anya Hindmarch | If You’re Bored of London You’re Bored of Life
Designer and founder of her eponymous brand, Anya Hindmarch, joins Tanya to uncover what travel means to her. As a well seasoned traveller, Anya has spent many years creating travel-savvy luggage and accessories to make exploring the world, seamless. Anya shares her love of walking to get to grips with a destination, her top jet lag tip and how, although it’s where she calls home, London is her favourite place. Follow Anya <a href="https://www.instagram.com/anyah
Mar 12, 2024 · 27 min
Ruthie Rogers | Where She Found The Best Olive Oil in The World
Chef and The River Café restaurateur, Ruthie Rogers shares her top travel secrets, born out of her love for good food, good cocktails, and good company. Ruthie has travelled far and wide. She has lived in many different places and has family and friends across the world which have allowed her to discover the best local spots, which you’ll find reflected in her travel secrets. Ruthie tells us where she had the best olive oil she’s ever tasted, why fresh markets are the key
Mar 5, 2024 · 37 min
Trinny Woodall | Faking Reservations in Delhi
Entrepreneur, television presenter and author, Trinny Woodall reveals her extensive travel secrets with Tanya Rose this week.  Trinny explains why she never has jet lag in New York City, why Syria stands out as her most unexpected trip and her hilarious tales from trying to secure a table in Dehli.  Plus, Trinny offers invaluable tips to perfect your packing techniques whether it’s a city break or week-long adventure.  Follow Trinny <a href="https:
Feb 27, 2024 · 31 min
Vanessa Kingori | How to travel like a local
Vogue’s former Chief Business Officer, Vanessa Kingori, joins Tanya Rose to reveal her Travel Secrets this week. Vanessa shares how her early exposure to different cultures has profoundly influenced her travel perspective, the importance of visiting places connected to your heritage and her poignant trip to Kenya – with a surprise visit to a former US president’s grandmother.  Plus, she shares her ultimate insider secret to help you travel like a local, not a tourist.
Feb 20, 2024 · 31 min
Mark Strong | Getting lost in Japan
Travel expert Tanya sits down with award-winning actor Mark Strong. In the debut episode of the podcast, Mark reveals his six Travel Secrets which have been moulded by his fascinating career in the film business.  Born to foreign parents, Mark explains how this affected his travelling life, as well as how his stint in Cuba forced him to completely reevaluate his expectations and explains why the perfect time to explore the region is now. He also fondly shares how meet
Feb 5, 2024 · 1 min
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Travel Secrets

Tania Bryer | Touring Dollywood with Dolly Parton

Whitney Hawkings | The Best Bistros in Paris

Skye McAlpine | Everything You Need to Know About Venice

Luke Evans | The Holiday Starts As Soon As You’re Out the Door

Charles Dance | The Street of a Thousand Food Shops

Santa Montefiore | Matching Ski Suits with Princess Diana

Josh Berger | Never Underestimate Spain

Amanda Wakeley | Climbing Glaciers in Antarctica

Pippa Vosper | Why Sweden is Good for the Soul

Liz Earle | End of Season Partying in Ibiza

Nicholas Allott | 5 Years in a Hippie Commune

Anya Hindmarch | If You’re Bored of London You’re Bored of Life

Ruthie Rogers | Where She Found The Best Olive Oil in The World

Trinny Woodall | Faking Reservations in Delhi

Vanessa Kingori | How to travel like a local

Mark Strong | Getting lost in Japan

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