Unpacked by Afar
AfarUnpacked by Afar tackles one tricky topic in travel each week. Whether you want to hack your points and miles, figure out where to travel next, or need advice on an ethical dilemma, we're your expert travel guides. Because the travel world is complicated. We're here to help you unpack it.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 176 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Places & TravelSociety & Culture | |||
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What makes a hotel the best? Not just new, not just beautiful, but worthy of a list that thousands of travelers plan their year around? For Afar senior deputy editor Jennifer Flowers, it comes down to a single test: does this hotel have a story? Not ... more
Welcome to "Travel to Listen," a new Unpacked series hosted by veteran music journalist Tim Chester. Over four episodes rolling out every other week, Tim takes us into the cities where music is more than entertainment—it’s the shortcut to a place’s s... more
It’s Feel-Good Friday, when your Unpacked host (Aislyn) and producer (Nikki) get together to swap the stories making them feel good this week. And this week they're joined by Afar's director of photography, Michelle Heimerman. They share three storie... more
What does a safari look like when the guide isn't a man? Award-winning writer and editor Ellen Carpenter went to Botswana's Okavango Delta to find out. (To learn more, read her Afar story about the experience.)
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Wonderful podcast that takes us behind the scenes of Afar. The recent episode about a photographer’s assignment in Egypt delves into the trust that must be built before any photos are made. A good mix of travel tips and insights into how magazines are put together.
Apple Podcasts5Joe's View
United States2 months ago - It good
Good
Apple Podcasts5List hUnited States8 months ago - Slow, dreary and a really bad presenter
Could have been an interesting podcast but too much waffle from the presenter whose vocabulary doesn’t extend much past “wow’
Apple Podcasts2Disgruntled BA travellerUnited States2 years ago - Wrong place to go for ethics advice
AFAR is a partner of the Saudi regime that has a long history of silencing dissent—from murdering journalists to imprisoning Wikipedia editors, denying basic human rights to immigrants, and LGBTQ+ citizens continue to be legally tortured and imprisoned. AFAR needs to get its own house in order and say no to Saudi money before handing out advice on ethics to anyone.
Apple Podcasts1WmWordsworthUnited States3 years ago - Toms world walk
Many thanks to Jason and Tom for the humble and rich conversations.
Sharing the complex story of Toms walk in a very caring yet educational
manner. Just awesome. Reading Toms own words in the book is next.
Apple Podcasts5CLiebhardtUnited States3 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #99 | United States/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #132 |  United Kingdom/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #134 |  Canada/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #96 |  Brazil/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #102 |  Spain/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #111 |  Saudi Arabia/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
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What is Unpacked by Afar about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show centers on thoughtful travel storytelling with a focus on ethical choices, sustainable tourism, and practical travel insights. Episodes blend personal travel anecdotes, destination deep-dives, and industry-context discussions—often weaving in how destinations are experienced, planned, and seasoned with local perspectives. Branded sponsor reads are common, and guests span photographers, editors, architects, musicians, and travel-advisory experts, which gives listeners a well-rounded view of travel culture, design, and storytelling. A notable strength is its ability to pair aspirational travel with concrete takeaways (planning, responsible tourism, and unique local angles) suitable for curious, planning-minded travelers and industry... more
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Recent guests on Unpacked by Afar include:
1. Jennifer Flowers
2. Charles Davis
3. Justin Andrews
4. Billie Cohen
5. Sarah Eslinger
6. Michelle Baran
7. Nathalie Mohadjer
8. Jennifer Hope Choi
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