Simon Calder's Independent Travel Podcast
The IndependentSimon 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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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1357 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureLeisurePlaces & Travel | |||
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Get up to speed with the help of data sleuth Dr Nick Brown, who believes that in time the EES will work well – but adds a warning or two about Etias.
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My guest today is Simon Woodroffe – the entrepreneur behind household names including YO! Sushi and Yotel, and also one of the original Dragons on BBC’s Dragons’ Den.
He has been telling me about the travel aspects of his career: founding Yotel, sa... more
Senior travel writer Natalie Wilson has just returned from her first trip to Tuscany and Umbria. She tells of being quoted €1,000 for a cab ride in Italy, and reports on her experiences of the EU entry-exit system.
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The European President has set out her vision for more integrated rail travel across Europe. Mark Smith, the international rail guru known as The Man in Seat 61, explains how ticketing appears to have gone backwards over the decades – but holds out s... more
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- Mixed feelings
Some of the content is interesting but they’re now full of adverts (up to 50% of the duration!) which puts me off.
Apple Podcasts3Carryanna
United Kingdoma month ago - All ads
50% of the episode time is ads
Apple Podcasts1Crocodile1985United Kingdoma year 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 Podcasts3Elowen SUnited Kingdoma year ago - Always interesting
Love the actual podcast but not a fan of all these adverts. They’re getting very monotonous
Apple Podcasts4cassy94yorkUnited Kingdom2 years 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 Podcasts1KW090807060504United Kingdom2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #4 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #73 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #82 |  Italy/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #136 |  Australia/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #153 |  France/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #9 |  Ireland/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
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A daily travel-focused show delivering updates, analysis, and practical guidance from industry experts and policy voices. Episodes blend timely travel news with interviews on topics like border policies, fuel hedging, airline loyalty, and regional travel, often featuring senior industry figures, government officials, and seasoned travel journalists. A distinctive aspect is the mix of data-driven insights, first-hand travel experiences, and policy context, aimed at helping listeners plan trips, understand industry shifts, and navigate disruptions. The format tends to balance pragmatic travel tips with broader market and policy discussions, and the host's accessible style plus a steady stream of expert guests is a notable strength for readers... more
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