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You should have been there

Mick Webb and Simon Calder

Simon Calder, travel correspondent of The Independent and former BBC producer, Mick Webb, discuss the world of travel and delight in travellers' tales.

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  • 257 episodes
  • Updated July 5

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  • Mar 11, 2024 · 29 min

    PODCAST 185 Into the Wild

    We talk to Jonny Bealby, founder of the adventure travel firm, Wild Frontiers, about his life as a traveller and businessman. On the agenda: his favourite countries, most terrifying experiences and the item that he won't travel without. Website: www.wildfrontierstravel.com

  • Feb 28, 2024 · 28 min

    PODCAST 184 THE MIRACLE OF MALAHIDE

    Simon recounts the tale of his unbelievably cheap Irish journey and Dylan Harris of Lupine Travel reveals the rewards and challenges of running an adventure travel company.

  • Feb 21, 2024 · 28 min

    PODCAST 183 THE MOMENT YOUR HOLIDAY BEGINS

    We discuss listeners' thoughts on when their holiday really starts: as the front door closes, as you clear airport security, the train/plane/ferry begins to move.... ? With particular thanks to Cathy Adams of Times Travel and filmmaker, Ben Garfield

  • Feb 10, 2024 · 29 min

    PODCAST 182 TRAVEL TABOOS

    We showcase the strange restrictions encountered by listeners on their travels and compare our own recent visits to intriguing islands.

  • Jan 18, 2024 · 29 min

    PODCAST 181 DOCUMENTARY DISASTERS

    We hear listeners' tales of passport nightmares while Simon exposes a documentary faux-pas in a current Channel 4 drama series.

  • Dec 14, 2023 · 30 min

    PODCAST 179 TRAVELLING HEALTHILY

    We Talk to Dr Jane Wilson-Howarth about the new edition of her book, Staying Healthy When You Travel. Expect advice on what to pack, what to expect in different destinations and what to do if you fall ill abroad. The book is published by Fox Chapel Publishing.

  • Dec 6, 2023 · 29 min

    PODCAST 174

    We discuss the pros and cons of airport lounges and hear more from Pat Yale on the delights of slow travel to Turkey, including the unexpected charms of Belgrade. With many thanks to Nicola, Amanda, Laura, Nick, Gordon Stone and Pat Yale (@patyale on X)