Where to Go

For this week's episode we invited members of the DK Eyewitness editorial team to the podcast to talk about their upcoming travel plans. And between travelling across Italy by train, completing the South West Coast Path, savouring tapas in Granada, island hopping in Greece and solo road tripping between Slovenia and Croatia, the team's summer plans did not disappoint! Tune in for flamenco shows located in caves, the island that inspired the legend of Atlantis and plenty of swooning over Italian cuisine! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week James and Lucy head to Brazil with sustainable travel blogger Elaine Villatoro. Joining us from the idyllic island of Boipeba, Elaine takes us on a whistle-stop tour of this mammoth country, including restless Rio de Janeiro, historic Salvador, the incredible Iguaçu Falls and the unrivalled crystal-clear waters of Bonito.Tune in for mangroves alight with bioluminescence, open-air art galleries in the middle of the woods and stalactite-covered caves perfect for scuba-diving. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week James and Lucy head to Boston with Massachusetts-born travel writer Jared Ranahan. Think of Boston and you might think of Harvard University, Revolutionary history or even its recent feature in HBO’s The Last of Us. You might not think of whale watching, Colombian food and one of the biggest Greek wine selections in the country. In this episode, Jared takes us beyond the well-trodden tourist trail, to the experimental breweries, quirky museums and foodie hotspots that make Boston one of the most exciting places to visit in the US. Tune in for taxidermy, history’s most valuable art heist and St Patrick’s Day antics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re heading to one of Canada's most strikingly beautiful provinces: British Columbia. Vancouver-based photographer, travel blogger and outdoors enthusiast Steph Reynolds takes us on a tour of this incredibly diverse region, from awe-inspiring mountain ranges to sandy beaches, iconic ski resorts to idyllic wine country. Tune in for dramatic landscapes, coastal drives and close encounters with grizzly bears… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re heading to “the land of the long white cloud” with travel writer Viktoria De Dominicis. After travelling the world, Chicago-born Viktoria moved to New Zealand seven years ago and now spends her times exploring the country with her husband and two children.Viktoria takes us through New Zealand's diverse landscapes, including sleeping volcanoes, seething geysers and remote fiords. Tune in to discover plenty of material for your bucket list, including hikes to otherworldly viewpoints, skydiving over the Remarkables and a beach where you can dig your own heated pool… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All aboard for this week’s episode: we’re off to Norway with train driving sisters Gudrun and Halldis Folkedal, aka the Locomotwins! A typical route takes the so-called Queens of the Railway from the dramatic coastline of western Norway through the spectacular fjords and soaring mountains that characterise this beautiful country.When they're not driving trains, Gudrun and Halldis are out exploring Norway's natural majesty – afterall, adventures awaits whatever the season. Tune in to discover islands where you can feel blissully alone, the best times to catch seasonal highlights like the midnight sun and the Northern Lights, plus tips on how to travel with a green ethos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s episode James and Lucy are exploring the exceptionally rich wild side of Great Britain with wildlife biologist, filmmaker and TV presenter Lizzie Daly. Though a small island, Great Britain offers incredible opportunities to encounter diverse fauna thanks to its varied geography and distinct seasons. But with so much to see, where do you begin?From spotting charming puffins on Skomer Island and illusive orca off the coast of the far-flung Shetlands, to seeing the stunning starling murmurations in Somerset and the feral mountain goats taking over a town in Snowdonia, Lizzie shares the very best places for wild adventures across Great Britain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode James and Lucy are headed to Greece to explore Thessaloniki and a handful of islands with food and travel writer Amber Charmei. Since moving from Manhattan to Thessaloniki 20 years ago, Amber has discovered a close-knit foodie community: she has a honey guy, a cheese guy, and, of course, a few wine guys.After taking us on a tour of Thessaloniki – including magnificent views of Mount Olympus, museums packed with avant-garde art and boisterous food markets – Amber rises to the challenge of picking her favourite islands. From a good goat-ratio and life-changing figs on Crete to learning the art of embracing the moment on Lesvos, there’s more than a few reasons to add these islands to your bucket list... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode James and Lucy are off to Mexico with Imogen Lepere, award-winning author of The Ethical Traveller: 100 ways to roam the world without ruining it. After travelling the world for 12 years, Imogen now lives in Nayarit; which she boasts has the best beaches in all of Mexico (Cancún, eat your heart out). Tune in for monarch butterflies wintering in pine forests, a mural tour of Mexico City and what really happens on the Day of the Dead (and how James Bond got it wrong).Links to community run projects mentioned in the episode:Sierra Norte Expediciones: https://sierranorte.org.mx/#/Pueblo del Sol: https://pueblodelsol.com/Lokal Travel: https://www.lokaltravel.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the first episode of season five, James and Lucy are off to Sicily: the destination on everyone’s lips following the second season of The White Lotus. Joined by writer Ros Belford, a Sicilian resident for over a decade, they discuss the real island behind the show – via sea swimming, volcanoes, ancient ruins, wildflowers and much much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where to Go is coming back for more 2023 travel adventures! Returning from 16 February, there'll be host of brilliant guests joining Lucy and James, once again providing the inside track on the places which they’ve chosen to call home...For this season, the team will also be focusing on sustainable travel and asking our guests about their best tips for a more environmentally-friendly visit. So get your planners out and mark down the 16 February for our first trip, visiting writer Ros Belford on the serene Italian island of Sicily! From then on, we’ll be back every fortnight with a new destination and a new expert to hear from, so make sure to like and subscribe, and we’ll see you very soon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ending the season with a bang, James and Lucy are joined by food and travel journalist and author of I heart Rome, Maria Pasquale to discuss the iconic Eternal City.Rome brings history to life like nowhere else but don't mistake it for some dusty old museum – this vibrant city is in no way stuck in the past. Tune in for a feast of timeless Roman delights, from astounding art and architecture to delectable cocktails and carbonara!Where to Go will be back! We’d love to hear your feedback or suggestions on where you’d like us to visit next season. Get in touch @dkeyewitness on all social media channels or email us at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week James and Lucy are joined by travel writer Lucie Grace who is based in Chiang Mai in northern Thailand. From tiny temples in the jungle to all the excitement of a big city, Lucie explains how Chiang Mai blends the best of ancient and modern culture. After tempting us to Thailand, Lucie talks travelling around 9 countries in Europe without a single flight – including taking a train ferry from Sicily to Italy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, James and Lucy are joined by journalist and author of How to Live Korean, Soo Kim. In her day job, Soo is interviewing Squid Game stars and reporting on the latest K-pop news but today she chats to us about all things Seoul. Packed with ancient palaces and glitzy skyscrapers, the city is the perfect blend of traditional and modern. Soo takes us through her favourite spots, from the neofuturistic buildings housing design exhibitions to the craft breweries reviving ancient makegoli wine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, James and Lucy are joined by Amanda Ponzio-Mouttaki, owner of online trip planner MarocMama and CEO of Marrakech Food Tours. After moving from the US to Morocco, Amanda began blogging about her experience of living in Marrakech, which she lovingly describes as a metropolis with a small town feel. Today, she takes us on a whirlwind tour of the city, from exploring once-buried buildings to riding in World War II motorcycle sidecars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the podcast James and Lucy are joined by journalist and travel writer, Mary Novakovich. Mary first fell in love with her parents’ home country while spending a summer there as a child. Today, she paints a vivid picture of a Croatia lesser-known to many travellers. Tune in for the country's wild beauty, welcoming locals, hidden gems and a reading from Mary’s new book, My Family and Other Enemies: Life and travels in Croatia’s hinterland, which is out online and in all good bookstores today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're talking to award-winning travel journalist Emma Thomson, an expert on remote destinations and responsible, adventure-based tours. Join James and Lucy as Emma guides us to three lesser-visited destinations from her travels...Journey to the end of the world to Greenland, an icy wilderness where often the only sound heard is the cracking of an iceberg. If you thought it couldn't get more remote than this, think again, as we head to the volcanic Marquesas Islands where the locals live beautifully in sync with the land. Finally, we visit Iran – often misjudged, while its storied history and rich artistic communities are left unsung, we meet the beautiful country behind the headlines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dubai is often making headlines for its modern mega-developments and glitzy glamour. This week on the podcast we're diving deeper into the city behind the buzz and exploring the local scene with our guest Hayley Alexander, who has lived in Dubai for six years. From paddle boarding at the Palm to sand boarding in the desert, starting the day with Jamaican brunch to saluting the sunset with a South African cocktail – the world is your oyster in Dubai! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Lyon is better than Paris." Can our guest back up her bold claim? This week, sustainable travel writer Anna Richards argues that Lyon deserves more love than the City of Light! Between streets painted into optical illusions, markets piled high with cheese, bars with French wine on tap, plus a packed calendar of events, we just might be convinced... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, James and Lucy are joined by Richard Barley, Director of Gardens at the world famous Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Richard, who lives on site, makes us jealous with his view from the kitchen sink, shares fascinating stories about the history of the gardens, and highlights what makes Kew so special. Tune in for rare species, resident hermits and innovative projects with the power to shape the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode we are headed to the Caribbean island of Jamaica! James and Lucy are joined by food writer and West Winds author Riaz Phillips, who shares his recommendations on the island, including, of course, all things food and drink. Tune in for Jamaica’s incredible culinary diversity, a spell-binding blue lagoon and places to support the local community.West Winds is available in the UK now, and coming to the US/CAN on August 16. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In an episode certain to inspire your inner adventurer, travel writer Shafik Meghji returns to the podcast to talk about Bolivia – the subject of his new book – as well as his adventures in India and Antarctica. Tune in for incredible landscapes and high-altitude football pitches in Bolivia, remote Buddhist monasteries and erotic carvings in India, plus polar plunges and penguin surveys in Antarctica!Shafik’s new book Crossed off the Map: travels in Bolivia is available in all good bookstores now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Where to Go we’re heading to the north of England to the city of Manchester, famed for its industrious spirit, musical legacy and sporting eminence. Travel writer and Manchester local Dan Stables reveals his must-see sights, the city's best curry house, how to make the most out of (all too rare) sunny days and where his football allegiances lie! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where to Go returns for series 4 with an episode guaranteed to make you hungry! Author and editor for LA Taco, Javier Cabral is on the mic making James and Lucy drool with his must-eats in Los Angeles. Sharing all the knowledge that comes with being a passionate food writer, Javier reveals everything from the top spot for dim sum to his favourite sake bar. And listen out for a quick hop across the border to Tijuana for the world’s best tacos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Want to find out where you'll visit next? Where to Go, produced by the team behind the award-winning DK Eyewitness travel guides, is here to help. Subscribe to be the first to get our new fortnightly episodes, with Season 4 starting on Thursday 28th April. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before James and Lucy return with series 4 of Where to Go, they are joined in this special episode by some of the DK Eyewitness team to talk about their 2022 travel plans. They also answer some of your burning travel questions to help you plan your trips this year. Don't miss the new series of Where to Go starting on 14 April 2022! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of Where to Go, Munich-based travel writer Kate Mann chats to James and Lucy about the Bavarian city. She takes us through its friendly neighbourhoods, delicious bakeries and food markets. Listen out for a big surfing wave, how to eat breakfast with sausages and wheat beer, and a huge boat on train tracks turned into a bar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This time on Where to Go we travel to Toronto where Lucy and James speak to writer and curator Sajae Elder. Sajae takes us off the usual tourist track to some of the best places to eat, dance, and spend time. In a city bursting with events and festivals, listen out for the best places to celebrate Pride, the Caribbean carnival ‘Caribana’, and Salsa on St Clair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode cook and writer Marti Buckley takes James and Lucy on a virtual tour of the Basque Country from the Guggenheim to La Rioja. As well as discussing the unique culture and scenery of the Basque Country, no trip to the area is complete without sampling the region's rich culinary heritage, and Marti takes our hosts through a tasting menu of pintxos and other local specialities, stopping by at one of the top restaurants in the world. Listen out for an amusement park from the 1920s, the Balenciaga museum and the region’s biggest pig. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a special episode, James and Lucy talk to MasterChef: The Professionals finalist Santosh Shah about his culinary journey through the kitchens of Nepal, Gujarat and London and his passion for celebrating and promoting Nepali cuisine ahead of the launch of his debut cookbook Ayla. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This time on Where to Go we travel to Amsterdam where Lucy and James speak to Sarah Chetrit, a digital content creator and travel and lifestyle blogger based in the city. They talk Amsterdam’s food, lifestyle, and iconic canals whilst also touching upon the city’s unique, liberal culture. Listen out for the best view of the city to watch the long sunsets, where to catch the famous tulips nearby and ‘gezellig’ the Dutch equivalent to ‘hygge’. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today James and Lucy travel to Florence, joined by Mary Gray, a Mississippi-born writer, journalist, and editorial consultant who’s been based in Florence for nine years. A city famed for its architecture, art history, and food, Mary guides us through the must-sees but also the other side of the city, debunking the myth of La Dolce Vita. Listen out for stimulating all your senses at the Sant’Ambrogio market, the house of English poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning at Casa Guidi and nearby hidden Tuscan gems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Where to Go, James and Lucy are hopping over to Wales, where they are joined by Ben Holbrook who is a travel writer, photographer, and filmmaker based in the Gower Peninsula. Ben guides James and Lucy through this beautiful country which is famed for its spectacular coastline and countryside. Listen out for a slice of the Amalfi coast reconstructed in Portmeirion and a trip to Dyan Thomas' old house. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week James and Lucy are joined by a special guest: endurance athlete, adventurer, speaker and best selling author Nick Butter. He’s the first person to complete a marathon in every country of the world and holds 4 world records, and 2 world firsts. Nick talks to James and Lucy about three of his favourite travel destinations: Kiribati, Guatemala, and Nepal, as well as about his running career and adventures. Listen out for island life in Kiribati, running around erupting volcanoes in Guatemala and monsoon misadventures in Nepal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of Where to Go, Portland native Alex Frane chats to James and Lucy about the city's creative community – in particular, that of its famed food and drink scene. Tour through mico-breweries, food carts and local wine producers with Alex, and also importantly hear about how the events of the past few years have impacted life in the city. Listen out for a volcano in the middle of the city, the beauty of working from a café, and hidden neighbourhood gems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s special episode, to celebrate the release of DK Eyewitness’ new Like a Local travel guide series, James and Lucy talk to three different writers who have worked on some of the first editions: Londoner Olivia Pass, San Franciscan Matt Charnock and Berliner Barbara Woolsey. Olivia talks lidos, beautiful cemeteries and a secret chapel-cum-concert venue in London. Matt tells us about the oldest queer bar in the city, pop-up art galleries and the worlds most gorgeous Taco Bell in San Francisco. Barbara focuses on Berlin's famous nightlife with the uniquely 24 hour spätis, open air parties and unique characters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode James and Lucy are joined by Like a Local: Copenhagen author Allan Mutuku-Kortbæk. Allan takes us through the different neighbourhoods of the Danish capital where old meets new in this progressive and inclusive city. Listen out for a secret deer park, historic amusement parks and one of the world's best cocktail bars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kicking Season 3 off, James and Lucy speak to travel expert Holly Rubenstein, host of The Travel Diaries podcast. Now on the ‘other side’ of the mic, Holly talks to James and Lucy about three of her favourite travel destinations: Miami, The Cotswolds, and West Sussex. Listen out for art deco architecture and street art in Miami, the best treehouses to stay in in the Cotswolds and a village ‘like a Game of Thrones set’ in West Sussex. Beyond these three destinations hear Holly’s top recommendations across the world in the quickfire round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the final episode of Series 2, James and guest host Danielle chat to Dayna McAlpine, a food and drink writer from Edinburgh. Dayna takes us on a tour through the city, from Arthur's Seat to the Fringe, and to lesser-known corners of the capital. Listen out for eating and drinking in Leith, wild swimming in Portobello and the nightclub which became a lockdown pizzeria. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James and Lucy visit Portugal's capital Lisbon in this episode, joined by Sofie Couwenbergh, a Belgian-born, Lisbon-based travel writer who made Lisbon her home last year. Sofie gives us a feel for the city famous for its coloured tiles (Azulejos), viewpoints, and Fado music. Listen out for a secret Chinese speakeasy, trying 18 different types of pastel de nata and a hidden park with peacocks and geese. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode James and Lucy are joined by some of the DK Eyewitness team to discuss their summer travel plans. From UK staycations in London and Dorset through to Tuscan weddings and horse riding in Portugal, the team have quite a few exciting plans to share... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This time James and Lucy are joined by Maria Åstrand, co-founder of the Barcelona Food Experience blog, taking a foodie's tour of the city with her. You'll hear about both the traditional and modern side of food in Barcelona and how restaurants have fared during the pandemic. Listen out for Asian-Caribbean fusion food, botanical bars and cured tuna heart truffles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode of Where to Go, James and Lucy are joined by bestselling author Kevin Kwan to discuss some of his favourite travel destinations. The author behind the Crazy Rich Asians series, Kevin takes us on a journey to his childhood in Singapore, adventures in New York City and regular escapes to the island of Capri: the setting for his latest book Sex and Vanity. In this episode you'll not only get travel tips for these places but also an insight into how these destinations inspired - and are woven into - Kevin's books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James and guest host Elspeth travel to South Africa this week with Johannesburg-based travel guide and writer Jabulile Ngwenya. Hear Jabu, James and Elspeth discuss the diversity of the country, including its cities, natural wonders and people. Importantly, Jabu talks about the ethics of safari tourism and how to make sure you are supporting local people during a visit. Listen out for close shaves with hyenas, the best vineyards in the country and which neighbourhoods to check out in Johannesburg. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode all about Cornwall and the South West Coast Path, James and Lucy speak to a very special guest – author Raynor Winn. They discuss her 630-mile adventure around the Path that led to her writing her first book, 2018's The Salt Path and her subsequent move to Cornwall. Listen out for proof of the healing power of nature, her love of guidebooks and the lyrical way Ray speaks about the coast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special edition of the podcast, to celebrate the release of our book Ride: Cycle the World, James speaks to writers Jenny Tough and Tom Owen and editors Elspeth Beidas and Rachel Laidler. They discuss their favourite cycle rides, top bikepacking tips, and how the book came about. Listen out for spomenik-hunting in North Macedonia, close encounters with bears in Canada, and how to pack as light, and as smart, as possible. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James and Lucy find themselves in Berlin this week being guided through the city with Kash Bhattacharya, also known as 'The Budget Traveller'. They talk about the city's diverse neighbourhoods, some of the best parks for summer visits, Berlin's complex history, and the Christopher Street Day Parade (aka Berlin Pride). Listen out for the best kebabs outside of Turkey, techno clubs that are worth the 3 hour wait and a museum dedicated to David Hasselhoff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James and Lucy head to Nashville to see Music City with journalist and creative business champion Libby Callaway. They talk about the city’s creative renaissance, the ‘Third Coast’, the coolest things to see and of course, the city’s live music scene and heritage. Listen out for oyster bars, bachelorette parties and HonkyTonk Tuesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Lucy and James are joined by travel writer Lucy Dayman, direct from her adopted home of Tokyo. They discuss life in the city, Tokyo's neighbourhoods, must-do experiences and the forthcoming Summer Olympic Games. Listen out for plum blossoms, Pleasure Forest, Mari Kar (not a typo) and information about the forthcoming book Tokyo: Like A Local. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where to Go returns for a second season with a special first episode all about Iceland – a destination topping many travellers' post-vaccination adventure lists. Joining James and Lucy is photographer and influencer Ása Steinars, who is set to launch a new company taking visitors around the country’s famous ring road in the cosy confines of a campervan. We reflect on Iceland's growing popularity, how to tackle the weather and essential sights to see during your trip. Listen out for erupting volcanoes, fermented sharks and black beaches. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.