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The Top Travel Destinations with Kevin Flanagan

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Venice
Bangkok
Dublin
London
Barcelona
Hiroshima
Lake Garda
Iceland
Japan
Rome
Skiing
Cambodia
Solo Travel
Benidorm
Thailand
Italy
Paris
Dolomites
Sitges

Want to know where to shop, eat, drink and stay at the world’s top travel destinations? Let Kevin Flanagan bring you his twenty years of experience as travel editor and writer for publications such as The Sunday Independent and the Sunday Times. Kevin’s done the research so you know exactly where to go and what to do so you can have an unforgettable experience on your holiday or city break. Rememb... more

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Travelling to the most dangerous airport in the world at Katmandu, under the shadow of Mount Everest, the day after a plane crashed. That was a trip that certainly took me out of my routine!

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Kevin says, “As I've grown older, I've come to think that travel is one of the best medicines we have. It gives us something to look forward to, keeps the mind active, and reminds us that wonder doesn't retire when we do. In fact, studies show that o... more

When Kuba discovered a long piece of abandoned wood and christened it ‘Bob’, no one could imagine the relationship that would develop as Kevin, Maya and Kuba took Bob on the oldest pilgrims' walk in the world!

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Kevin Flanagan finds the answer on a recent pilgrimage to Santiago di Compostela, walking the Camino with Kuba (11) and Maya (9).

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Recent Guests

John Fitzpatrick
Hotelier and philanthropist
Fitzpatrick's hotels
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Christian Valentini
Munich tourism representative
Munich Tourism Board
Episode: Travelling Sick - how Munich helped me heal! - Kev's Travel Stories
Kiran O'Connor
Travel enthusiast who swapped houses with a stranger for vacations
Episode: Would you Swap Houses with a Stranger? Kev's Travel Stories
Robyn Fitzpatrick
Yoga instructor with experience in various yoga practices
Episode: The rise & rise of YOGA THEMED holidays - Top Travel Destinations
Eddie Irvine
Former Formula One driver known for racing with Ferrari
Ferrari
Episode: I’m not a CELEB - get me outta here! - Kev's Travel Stories
Malcolm Stocks
Resort Manager for Limone, Marchesley, and Riva at Lake Garda
Top Flight
Episode: Is This The Best Travel Job In The World - Top Travel Destination
Eileen Dunne Crescenzi
Partner at Dunne & Crescenzi, a chain of Italian restaurants in Dublin
Dunne & Crescenzi
Episode: 3 Roman restaurants & 3 dishes you must try! - Kev's Travel Stories
Norah Casey
Broadcaster, publisher, and founder of Planet Women Travel
Planet Women Travel
Episode: Island hopping in Croatia with Norah Casey - Top Travel Destination
Nora Casey
Solo traveler, broadcaster, publisher, and known from Dragon's Den
Planet Woman Travel
Episode: Iceland with Nora Casey - Top Travel Destination

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Kevin Flanagan
Host of The Top Travel Destinations with Kevin Flanagan; also associated with Kev's Travel Stories

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 172 ratings
  • Great listen

    I feel like I’m there with Kevin!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaveyM88
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Superb stuff from Kevin

    Must listen to this incredibly entertaining and insightful podcast. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dave K75
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Brilliant advice on what to do and we used it when in Bordeaux. Looking forward to more destinations and the guides on the website are very helpful too

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Ciaran Ireland
    3 years ago

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Fans appreciate the mix of family travel and solo journeys, with thoughtful reflections on culture and ethics.
Listener reviews highlight engaging host presence and entertaining, insightful episodes.
Great show with vivid travel storytelling and practical tips.

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#177
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Would you Swap Houses with a Stranger? Kev's Travel Stories
Q: What costs did you incur on your two-week stay in Bilbao?
Kiran outlines that they had very little costs aside from daily expenses and gas, making it an economical trip.
Would you Swap Houses with a Stranger? Kev's Travel Stories
Q: How do you know you have the right house for you?
Kiran shares preferences for homes with gardens and notes that it's about finding properties that match one's needs.
Would you Swap Houses with a Stranger? Kev's Travel Stories
Q: Why would anyone trust a stranger with their home?
Kiran explains that there are reviews, vetting processes, and communication with other families involved in home exchanges.
Bringing Life to an Old Italian Palazzo - Kev's Travel Stories
Q: What is the one treasure that they're going to enjoy and benefit from?
Bimbi emphasizes that visitors can truly relax, regenerating themselves during their stay in a genuine and comforting environment.
Bringing Life to an Old Italian Palazzo - Kev's Travel Stories
Q: What was it like to set up a new home from away from London?
Bimbi shares how they didn't leave London but created another life in Italy, emphasizing their integration into the local community despite initial challenges.

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This show curates travel wisdom from a seasoned editor and writer, blending vivid destination storytelling with practical tips for planning trips. Episodes span family journeys, pilgrimages, solo travel trends, city guides, and ethics of tourism, often weaving personal reflections with historical or cultural context. The host's approachable narrative, emphasis on pacing, local encounters, and actionable advice make it helpful for listeners aiming to optimize travel experiences, whether for family trips, solo adventures, or aspirational city breaks. A notable strength is the seamless mix of travel anecdotes with wider themes like sustainability, technology-enabled travel, and learning from different cultures.

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2. Christian Valentini
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