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Travel Tales with Fergal

Fergal O'Keeffe
Connemara
Wild Atlantic Way
Ireland's Blue Book
Turkey
Turquoise Coast
Hospitality
Cycling
Kerry
Middle East
Everest
Galway
Gulf War
French Foreign Legion
Travel In Iran
Travel In Afghanistan
Cashel House Hotel
The Wild Atlantic Way
Currarevagh House
Ring Of Kerry
Donegal

Travel Tales with Fergal is a interview travel series listened to in over 140 countries worldwide where Irishman Fergal O'Keeffe chats to a special guest about their travels, adventures and experiences living abroad. We talk about travel, history, culture, people, food, politics, tourism and expat lives.

Fergal has a lifelong love of travel. He loves going on adventures and dreaming and planning o... more

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, I’m taking you to Switzerland and to the Valais Canton. I recently returned from a trip to three very different ski resorts: Les Marécottes, Verbier, and Bettmeralp. Each was beautiful in its own way, but it was the Aletsch Arena tha... more

I am delighted to have travel journalist Ed Finn back to talk about magical Seville and the surrounding region and towns in Andalusia.

The Andalusia cities of Seville and Cordoba are magnificent but there are small villages and towns between these c... more

Welcome to my first episode of Season 9 and I have a ski special where I chat to ski expert journalist Rob "Robsski" Rees all about the stunning Austrian ski resorts of Zee Am See - Kaprun.

Austria is the number one ski destination for Irish skiers ... more

Welcome to the final epsiode of 2025 and Season 8 of the podcast where I go through my recommendations for my favourite European Christmas markets.

I also go through other other options to do over the Christmas period inclusing River cruises on the... more

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Recent Guests

Pádraig McGillicuddy
Third-generation proprietor of Ballygarry Estate and Spa
Ballygarry Estate and Spa
Episode: Pádraig McGillicuddy, Ballygarry Estate Hotel, Kerry, Ireland
Cian Byrne
Irish travel writer and author of the Moon Travel Guide to Ireland
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Episode: Cian Byrne Author of the Moon Guide to Ireland
Paco Gonzalez
Tour guide from Cordoba, expert on the local history and culture
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Episode: Tour Guide Paco Gonzalez on the Cordoba Region, Andalucia, Spain
Christina Ybarra
Owner of Palacio de Portocarrero, passionate about art, architecture, and history
Palacio de Portocarrero
Episode: Christina Ybarra of Palacio Portocarrero in Palma del Rio, Cordoba, Andalusia, Spain.
Barney Gribbin
Tour guide of the If Buildings Could Talk Walking Tour
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Episode: Belfast with tour guide Barney Gribbin
Melanie Harrison
Owner of Harrison Chambers of Distinction hotel
Harrison Chambers of Distinction
Episode: Belfast with Melanie Harrison of the Harrison Chambers of Destinction
Erin McCafferty
Irish travel writer
Episode: Belfast with travel writer Erin McCafferty
Ben Geier
American photographer specializing in roadside photography.
Episode: Great American Roadtrips with photographer Ben Geier
Serge Desazars
Owner of the first and largest organic truffle farm in France
Baron de la Truffe
Episode: Truffle Hunting with Serge Desazars in the Loire, France

Host

Fergal O'Keeffe
Host of an interview travel series that explores various aspects of travel, culture, and personal experiences through conversations with diverse guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • Great Show!

    First and foremost, I love your podcast's intro music. I became so engrossed in your latest guest's story about Derry. I'm looking forward to hearing more of your other episodes and gaining additional tips.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zia N.
    Philippines4 years ago
  • Great variety

    Brilliant podcast Fergal. A great mix of fascinating guests. The itchy feet get itchier after every one. Keep the episodes coming. Rachel aka Betty😉

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    racheloc
    Ireland5 years ago
  • A great listen for not only travel but also a snapshot history of place and politics

    As an Irish Ex-Pat living in Melbourne I’m loving this podcast. The Irish have always been great travellers and storytellers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lorr Tighe
    Australia5 years ago
  • Brendan Dwyer

    This is a super episode .... He really captures that manic world of the global hotel business !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PWDaly
    Ireland5 years ago
  • Brilliant

    Great podcast for all people that have travel bug and listen to very interesting people today was like a walk through the world another great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fyanstown3
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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The variety of guests from different fields attracts an audience interested in diverse topics related to travel and culture.
Several reviews mention the inspiring nature of the stories shared, igniting wanderlust among the audience.
Listeners appreciate the podcast's engaging format and the host's relaxed interviewing style, which fosters deep conversations.

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Pádraig McGillicuddy, Ballygarry Estate Hotel, Kerry, Ireland
Q: Could you tell us a bit about the history of Ballygarry Estate?
Pádraig describes how his grandfather bought a derelict building, realizing its potential for a hotel, leading to its opening in October 1958.
Cian Byrne Author of the Moon Guide to Ireland
Q: What are some of the hidden gems in Ireland that you discovered while writing the guide?
Cian mentions places like Ennis-Skibbereen and discusses their unique charm and less tourist traffic.
Cian Byrne Author of the Moon Guide to Ireland
Q: What was the process of writing the Moon Travel Guide to Ireland like?
Cian explains it was a large operation, taking over two years, focusing on outdoor activities for a primarily American audience.
Cian Byrne Author of the Moon Guide to Ireland
Q: Where are you currently located and what are you doing there?
Cian shares he's in Finale Ligure, Italy, a mountain biking town, working on biking projects.
Truffle Hunting with Serge Desazars in the Loire, France
Q: How do you train a dog for truffle hunting?
Any dog can be trained to find truffles; it just requires a good relationship and training, turning it into a game for them.

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Recent guests on Travel Tales with Fergal include:

1. Pádraig McGillicuddy
2. Cian Byrne
3. Paco Gonzalez
4. Christina Ybarra
5. Barney Gribbin
6. Melanie Harrison
7. Erin McCafferty
8. Ben Geier

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