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Simon Calder's Independent Travel Podcast

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Flying With Confidence
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Elizabeth Line
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Rome
Covid-19
Alaska Airlines
Japan Airlines
Olympic Games
Traffic Congestion
Decarbonization Of Aviation
Hydrogen-Powered Aircraft
North America
Paris
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)

Simon Calder is the Independent’s travel correspondent, the UK’s leading travel journalist. From news updates to discussions with experts, Simon Calder's Independent Travel Podcast will bring you all you need to know from the world of travel.

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At London St Pancras International, hub for Eurostar – and one of three locations in the UK where passport control is carried out before departing for France – I caught up with Alex Norris, Minister for Border Security and Asylum.

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My colleague, senior travel writer Natalie Wilson, has been telling me more about the making of a film about training to be cabin crew.

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I'm in Prague, tackling the Kafkaesque bureaucracy of the new Schengen area digital borders scheme.

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Luke Petherbridge
Director of Public Affairs for APTA
APTA
Episode: October 10th - Entry-exit system starts on Sunday – hear from Abta's EES expert
Alex Smith
Creator of the Mallorca Under the Sun YouTube channel
Episode: October 9th - How to make the most of Mallorca
Jacqueline Dobson
President of Barrhead Travel and Internova Leisure
Barrhead Travel and Internova Leisure
Episode: October 8th - How to start – and run – a successful travel business
Jessica Harvey Taylor
Head of Press for the Spanish Tourist Office in the UK
Spanish Tourist Office
Episode: October 7th - "The universe is looking favourably on northern Spain"
Dr. Nick Brown
Palma resident offering free guided tours
Episode: October 6th - The amazing city tour that invites rewards in the form of donations to charity
Yann Leriche
CEO of Getlink, the holding company for Eurotunnel
Getlink
Episode: September 29th - Entry-exit system: 'We're ready, so bring it on'
Steve Wilson
Founder of Linga, a company focusing on organizing professional sabbaticals
Linga
Episode: September 26th - Meet Linger, the company that wants to organise the ultimate career break for you
Kevan Vogler
Author of Culture Smart! Czech Republic
Episode: September 23rd - Check out this guide to the Czech Republic
Willie Walsh
Director General of the International Air Transport Association
International Air Transport Association
Episode: September 19th - Should the retirement age for pilots be raised from 65 to 67?

Host

Simon Calder
Simon Calder is the Independent's travel correspondent and a leading UK travel journalist, known for providing expert insights and informative discussions about the travel industry.

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 691 ratings
  • All ads

    50% of the episode time is ads

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Crocodile1985
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Content good, quality meh

    I like Simon Calder and these little snippets, and although the ads are annoying I understand they have to make money somehow. However, there are quality issues that have made me unsubscribe - in particular the editing, where words are missed out usually at least once an episode and sometimes lots more. It’s a quick daily podcast, but surely someone can spend 5 mins listening to it to check for glitches?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Elowen S
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Always interesting

    Love the actual podcast but not a fan of all these adverts. They’re getting very monotonous

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    cassy94york
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Big fan of Simon Calder but…

    The latest episode was only 10 mins long, but had 5 mins worth of ads?! I’ll stick to Simon’s other podcast, You should have been there.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    KW090807060504
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Good

    Take ads off. When possible use a better mic with a bit more noise cancelling. No stupid music.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    real-lucas12
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Many express frustration with the high ad content relative to show length, causing some to unsubscribe.
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There is a mix of affection for the host's expertise and criticisms regarding audio quality and background music.

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October 9th - How to make the most of Mallorca
Q: For people who have been perhaps put off the idea of coming to Mallorca, perhaps because of the publicity they've seen about, for example, bad behaviour in Magaluf, what would you say to them?
Magaluf has transformed into more of a family resort, offering a different atmosphere compared to years ago.
October 9th - How to make the most of Mallorca
Q: If you were starting off in Magaluf, where could you go to that would be different and exciting and easy to reach and interesting?
You could jump straight onto the 104TIB bus into Palma, or visit the lovely market in Andratch Old Town and enjoy seafood at nearby locations.
September 26th - Meet Linger, the company that wants to organise the ultimate career break for you
Q: How did Linga navigate the challenges posed by COVID-19?
The pandemic prompted a reassessment of life goals and priorities, emphasizing the importance of travel experiences.
September 26th - Meet Linger, the company that wants to organise the ultimate career break for you
Q: What unique services does Linga offer compared to established luxury holiday companies?
Linga provides personalized one-on-one service with deeper knowledge of specific countries, unlike larger companies.
September 26th - Meet Linger, the company that wants to organise the ultimate career break for you
Q: What is the idea behind the company Linga?
Linga helps professionals take a sabbatical for travel and refreshment, providing tailored experiences.

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