Festivals: the world's most fascinating celebrations
This week travel writer Dan Stables takes us on a thought-provoking journey through festivity, exploring some of the most eye-catching celebrations around the world from Gloucester's quirky cheese rolling contest to ritual mortification on the Thai island of Phuket. We discuss Spain's unmatched ability to party, Sulawesi's unique approach to death and whether or not you can visit the underworld from a shed in Lancashire.Dan's brand new book Fiesta is out now! Get it online and in all good book stores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The art of cartography: making maps
This week DK Travel's very own cartographer James MacDonald shares the secrets of map-making. We discuss the reasons that every map holds an element of bias, how they can be used as powerful tools of propaganda and the role they play in an increasingly digital world. Tune in for cartographic follies, artistic liberties and the challenges of disputed borders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Thailand's lesser visited spots
This week we're returning to Thailand with travel writer Lucie Grace. Together we explore the best islands for escaping the crowds, the beautiful landscapes of Khao Sok National Park and the country’s thriving wellness scene. Tune in for stays in floating bungalows, the magical celebrations of Loy Krathong and the ancient Tok Sen massage involving a hammer and wedge… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Chile
This week we're chatting to award-winning writer Shafik Meghji about Chile. Stretching almost a third of the length of South America, this narrow country is bursting with diverse landscapes, vibrant cities and incredible wildlife. Join us as we trek through the wilds of Torres del Paine, eat out in the buzzing port city of Valparaiso and journey to the mist-shrouded Chiloé Archipelago.Shafik's brand new book Small Earthquakes: A Journey Through Lost British History in South America is out July 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kayaking the Northwest Passage
Today we’re joined by Mark Agnew, a writer, journalist and motivational speaker who made history as part of the first group to ever complete the Northwest Passage by kayak. We talk all about the resilience required to undertake the 2,000 mile trip, the unexpected joy of headwinds and close encounters with polar bears. We also discuss the true meaning of adventure and how you often don’t need to travel to a far-flung corner of the world to have a rewarding experience.Mark’s brand new book There Will be Headwinds is out 3rd July. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Excited for the next adventure? Where to Go, produced by the team behind the award-winning DK Travel Guides, is here to help. Each fortnight we interview travel specialists, drawing on their expertise to bring you detailed recommendations of what to see, do and eat in a destination, as well as tips to help ensure your visit has a positive impact on the local community. Where to Go is also supported by our colleagues from DK Travel in Germany (Vis-à-Vis, Top 10 and more). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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