The 10Adventures Podcast

10Adventures
The 10Adventures Podcast

Listen to stories about adventure Travel and the outdoors on the 10Adventures Podcast. Each episode will let you hear directly from adventure travelers, guides, authors and tour operators on their most recent epic adventure. Follow along and get inspired for your next holiday, as you hear about the best adventure travel on earth, such as backpacking, trekking, hiking, cycling, skiing and more.

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    EP-194 ROCKY MOUNTAIN JOURNEY: Embracing Adventure, Family, and Filmmaking with Meghan Ward

    In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Meghan Ward—writer, filmmaker, and adventurer—whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. We explore her memoir, Lights to Guide Me Home, which chronicles her physical and emotional journey, starting with a move to the Rocky Mountains that changed her life forever. Meghan shares how her adventurous spirit grew alongside her personal milestones, like marriage and motherhood, and how she adapted a life of exploration to include her family.   We also dive into her latest film, Wildflowers, which tells the remarkable story of Mary Schaeffer, a trailblazing woman who defied societal norms to explore the Canadian Rockies. From daring expeditions to stunning artistic contributions, Mary’s story is a testament to resilience and passion.   Discover Meghan’s book, Lights to Guide Me Home, on Amazon https://a.co/d/1X3ODy8 Visit 10Adventures.com to start planning your own unforgettable journey! Don't forget to check out Wildflowers here: https://www.wildflowersfilm.ca   About Us 🌍   10Adventures 🌟 was founded with one goal in mind: to make active travel accessible, promoting mental and physical well-being. 🚶‍♀️🚴 Our mission is to eliminate the stress of holiday planning, allowing you to focus on the excitement of your journey. We offer seamless trip coordination, handling accommodations, meals, transfers, and guides 🗺️ through our network of vetted local tour operators in over 80 countries. For those who prefer a lighter load, we arrange luggage transfers, ensuring a stress-free biking or hiking experience. 🧳🌄   Specializing in private and personalized travel experiences, our team 🧑‍💼🌐 is dedicated to tailoring trips to your preferences. We understand that travel is more than just a trip; it's an opportunity to build stronger relationships and create lasting memories. As fellow active travelers, we provide genuine, human support to ensure your journey with 10Adventures is as unique and fulfilling as possible. 🤝✨   To learn more, visit https://www.10adventures.com/ 🌐 Or contact us at https://www.10adventures.com/contact/

    33 min
  2. DEC 8

    EP-193 LIVING AS AN OUTSIDER: Exploring Dag Aabyes' Life of Extremes with Brett Popplewell

    In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Brett Popplewell, author of Outsider: An Old Man, A Mountain, and the Search for a Hidden Past. Brett takes us on a journey through the fascinating life of Dag Aabye, a man who defies aging by competing in grueling endurance races well into his 70s and living a minimalist, off-the-grid lifestyle.   We explore Dag’s extraordinary resilience, his relentless positivity, and the philosophical drive behind his unconventional life. Brett delves into Dag’s mysterious past, from his childhood during World War II to his evolution into an extreme athlete, stuntman, and mountain man. Along the way, we discuss themes of neuroplasticity, the pursuit of meaning, and how Dag’s unique philosophy challenges societal norms about aging and comfort.   Don’t forget to check out Brett Popplewell’s book Outsider for a deeper dive into Dag’s remarkable story. Feeling inspired? Visit the 10Adventures website to start planning your own epic adventure!   Check out Outsider: An Old Man, A Mountain, and the Search for a Hidden Past here: https://a.co/d/gkRDM4q   About Us 🌍   10Adventures 🌟 was founded with one goal in mind: to make active travel accessible, promoting mental and physical well-being. 🚶‍♀️🚴 Our mission is to eliminate the stress of holiday planning, allowing you to focus on the excitement of your journey. We offer seamless trip coordination, handling accommodations, meals, transfers, and guides 🗺️ through our network of vetted local tour operators in over 80 countries. For those who prefer a lighter load, we arrange luggage transfers, ensuring a stress-free biking or hiking experience. 🧳🌄   Specializing in private and personalized travel experiences, our team 🧑‍💼🌐 is dedicated to tailoring trips to your preferences. We understand that travel is more than just a trip; it's an opportunity to build stronger relationships and create lasting memories. As fellow active travelers, we provide genuine, human support to ensure your journey with 10Adventures is as unique and fulfilling as possible. 🤝✨   To learn more, visit https://www.10adventures.com/ 🌐 Or contact us at https://www.10adventures.com/contact/

    41 min
  3. DEC 1

    EP-192 COMBINING ART AND ADVENTURE: Finding Inspiration on the Open Road with Celt Duk

    In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we chat with artist and adventurer Celt Duk, who transformed her love of cycling into an extraordinary four-and-a-half-month solo journey from Montreal to the Beaufort Sea in the Canadian Arctic. Celt shares how her connection to nature, family stories of cycling, and the pandemic ignited her desire for exploration and led to this life-changing adventure.   Celt’s inspiring story highlights the resilience, freedom, and connections found in solo travel. Don’t forget to check out Celt’s adventures and artwork on Instagram and explore 10Adventures to start planning your own epic journey!   Check out her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celt.duk.art.ventures/ Visit Celt's website: https://celtdukfineart.com/     About Us 🌍   10Adventures 🌟 was founded with one goal in mind: to make active travel accessible, promoting mental and physical well-being. 🚶‍♀️🚴 Our mission is to eliminate the stress of holiday planning, allowing you to focus on the excitement of your journey. We offer seamless trip coordination, handling accommodations, meals, transfers, and guides 🗺️ through our network of vetted local tour operators in over 80 countries. For those who prefer a lighter load, we arrange luggage transfers, ensuring a stress-free biking or hiking experience. 🧳🌄   Specializing in private and personalized travel experiences, our team 🧑‍💼🌐 is dedicated to tailoring trips to your preferences. We understand that travel is more than just a trip; it's an opportunity to build stronger relationships and create lasting memories. As fellow active travelers, we provide genuine, human support to ensure your journey with 10Adventures is as unique and fulfilling as possible. 🤝✨   To learn more, visit https://www.10adventures.com/ 🌐 Or contact us at https://www.10adventures.com/contact/

    24 min
  4. NOV 24

    EP-191 WALKING FOR A CAUSE: A Journey Around Ireland with Patrick Davies

    In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Patrick Davies, an avid long-distance walker and returning guest. Patrick shares his incredible journey circumnavigating Ireland on foot to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Research UK, inspired by his father’s battle with dementia.   We explore what it’s like to take on such an ambitious trek, from the challenges of walking Ireland’s rugged and rainy landscapes to the logistics of piecing together routes across the country. Patrick also reflects on the therapeutic nature of walking, the invaluable lessons learned from his previous trek across the UK, and how his latest adventure became a deeply personal way to contribute to a critical cause.   If you’re curious about the power of walking, the importance of dementia research, or simply dream of your next adventure, this episode is not to be missed.   Check out Patrick’s book Where Skylarks Sing for more inspiring tales, and don’t forget to visit 10Adventures.com to start planning your own journey today!   Find his book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/28j46X9   About Us 🌍   10Adventures 🌟 was founded with one goal in mind: to make active travel accessible, promoting mental and physical well-being. 🚶‍♀️🚴 Our mission is to eliminate the stress of holiday planning, allowing you to focus on the excitement of your journey. We offer seamless trip coordination, handling accommodations, meals, transfers, and guides 🗺️ through our network of vetted local tour operators in over 80 countries. For those who prefer a lighter load, we arrange luggage transfers, ensuring a stress-free biking or hiking experience. 🧳🌄   Specializing in private and personalized travel experiences, our team 🧑‍💼🌐 is dedicated to tailoring trips to your preferences. We understand that travel is more than just a trip; it's an opportunity to build stronger relationships and create lasting memories. As fellow active travelers, we provide genuine, human support to ensure your journey with 10Adventures is as unique and fulfilling as possible. 🤝✨   To learn more, visit https://www.10adventures.com/ 🌐 Or contact us at https://www.10adventures.com/contact/

    43 min
  5. NOV 17

    EP-190 CYCLING BRITAIN: Conquering Health Challenges and Rediscovering Freedom with Ann Whatmore

    In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with the incredible Ann Whatmore, who recently cycled an astonishing 4,000 kilometers across the UK. What makes her journey even more remarkable is that she lives with severe eosinophilic asthma, a condition that once left her struggling with daily tasks, let alone cycling. Ann shares how she went from grieving her former active self to embracing a new identity as an adventurer, all thanks to a supportive community and an electrifying first ride on a recumbent trike.   We dive into Ann’s route through stunning landscapes, her encounters with the kind Say Yes More community, and the joy—and occasional challenges—of camping and long-distance travel. Her story is proof that resilience, kindness, and saying “yes” can open doors to incredible adventures.   Check out her website: https://www.wanderingwhatmore.com/ Follow Ann on Instagram: @wanderingwhatmore   About Us 🌍   10Adventures 🌟 was founded with one goal in mind: to make active travel accessible, promoting mental and physical well-being. 🚶‍♀️🚴 Our mission is to eliminate the stress of holiday planning, allowing you to focus on the excitement of your journey. We offer seamless trip coordination, handling accommodations, meals, transfers, and guides 🗺️ through our network of vetted local tour operators in over 80 countries. For those who prefer a lighter load, we arrange luggage transfers, ensuring a stress-free biking or hiking experience. 🧳🌄   Specializing in private and personalized travel experiences, our team 🧑‍💼🌐 is dedicated to tailoring trips to your preferences. We understand that travel is more than just a trip; it's an opportunity to build stronger relationships and create lasting memories. As fellow active travelers, we provide genuine, human support to ensure your journey with 10Adventures is as unique and fulfilling as possible. 🤝✨   To learn more, visit https://www.10adventures.com/ 🌐 Or contact us at https://www.10adventures.com/contact/

    34 min
  6. NOV 10

    EP-189 REWRITING LIFE’S SCRIPT: From Stability to Full-Time Travel with YouTubers Nicole and Mico

    In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we chat with Nicole and Mico, a husband-and-wife team who left stable careers to pursue their dreams of full-time travel and adventure. They share the story of how a one-year travel plan morphed into a YouTube channel and a whole new lifestyle, now accompanied by their adorable dog, Evie. With candid moments and humorous anecdotes, Nicole and Mico discuss the initial leap of faith they took, the benefits of slow travel, and the unexpected joys and challenges of living life on the road.   Be sure to check out Nicole and Mico’s YouTube channel for a firsthand view of their adventures, and visit 10Adventures.com to start planning your own journey into the unknown!   Check out Nicole and Mico on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nicoleandmico Follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleandmico_/   About Us 🌍   10Adventures 🌟 was founded with one goal in mind: to make active travel accessible, promoting mental and physical well-being. 🚶‍♀️🚴 Our mission is to eliminate the stress of holiday planning, allowing you to focus on the excitement of your journey. We offer seamless trip coordination, handling accommodations, meals, transfers, and guides 🗺️ through our network of vetted local tour operators in over 80 countries. For those who prefer a lighter load, we arrange luggage transfers, ensuring a stress-free biking or hiking experience. 🧳🌄   Specializing in private and personalized travel experiences, our team 🧑‍💼🌐 is dedicated to tailoring trips to your preferences. We understand that travel is more than just a trip; it's an opportunity to build stronger relationships and create lasting memories. As fellow active travelers, we provide genuine, human support to ensure your journey with 10Adventures is as unique and fulfilling as possible. 🤝✨   To learn more, visit https://www.10adventures.com/ 🌐 Or contact us at https://www.10adventures.com/contact/

    55 min
  7. NOV 3

    EP-188 JETLAG JUNKIE: Exploring Purpose, Adventure, and Belonging Through Travel with Jeff Johns

    In this episode of the 10Adventures podcast, we sit down with Jeff Johns, author of Jet Lag Junkie, to explore how travel reshaped his life and worldview. Jeff takes us on a journey from his days as a lost college student with ADHD to becoming a globe-trotting adventurer who has visited nearly 100 countries. Along the way, he found purpose in disaster-stricken communities, faced grueling conditions, and navigated the complexities of solo travel and self-discovery. Jeff’s story sheds light on the power of resilience, the search for belonging, and the impact of meaningful connections, both with people and places.   Tune in to hear about his transformative experiences and how he built a successful YouTube channel chronicling these moments. Be sure to check out Jetlag Junkie, follow Jeff on social media, and explore the 10Adventures website to plan your next adventure.   Check out Jet Lag Junkie on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Jet-Lag-Junkie-Unfiltered-Compulsive/dp/B0DDTFVS1T Visit Jeff's channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhatDoesntSuck   About Us 🌍   10Adventures 🌟 was founded with one goal in mind: to make active travel accessible, promoting mental and physical well-being. 🚶‍♀️🚴 Our mission is to eliminate the stress of holiday planning, allowing you to focus on the excitement of your journey. We offer seamless trip coordination, handling accommodations, meals, transfers, and guides 🗺️ through our network of vetted local tour operators in over 80 countries. For those who prefer a lighter load, we arrange luggage transfers, ensuring a stress-free biking or hiking experience. 🧳🌄   Specializing in private and personalized travel experiences, our team 🧑‍💼🌐 is dedicated to tailoring trips to your preferences. We understand that travel is more than just a trip; it's an opportunity to build stronger relationships and create lasting memories. As fellow active travelers, we provide genuine, human support to ensure your journey with 10Adventures is as unique and fulfilling as possible. 🤝✨   To learn more, visit https://www.10adventures.com/ 🌐 Or contact us at https://www.10adventures.com/contact/

    40 min
  8. OCT 27

    EP-187 PADDLE TO THE ARCTIC: Exploring North America’s Wild Waterways with Jonathon Rau and Zach Fritz

    In this episode, we sit down with Jonathon Rau and Zach Fritz, two passionate adventurers who take us deep into the heart of their latest expedition: paddling a remarkable 4,400-kilometer route through some of North America’s wildest landscapes. Starting at Zach’s family cabin in Big Falls, Minnesota, this journey reflects a lifelong connection to adventure that began in their own backyard. They share stories of researching seldom-traveled waterways, connecting remote rivers, and tracing historic routes northward to Chantrey Inlet on the Arctic Ocean. As they paddle through rivers like the Churchill, Kazan, and Thelon, we get a glimpse into what it takes to explore such untouched lands and the wildlife, culture, and beauty they encounter along the way.   Tune in to hear their incredible journey unfold, and be sure to check out Jonathon and Zach’s social channels for more inspiration. If you’re eager to start your own adventure, explore tours on the 10Adventures website!   Check out Jon and Zach's website: www.theroutelesspaddled.com   About Us 🌍   10Adventures 🌟 was founded with one goal in mind: to make active travel accessible, promoting mental and physical well-being. 🚶‍♀️🚴 Our mission is to eliminate the stress of holiday planning, allowing you to focus on the excitement of your journey. We offer seamless trip coordination, handling accommodations, meals, transfers, and guides 🗺️ through our network of vetted local tour operators in over 80 countries. For those who prefer a lighter load, we arrange luggage transfers, ensuring a stress-free biking or hiking experience. 🧳🌄   Specializing in private and personalized travel experiences, our team 🧑‍💼🌐 is dedicated to tailoring trips to your preferences. We understand that travel is more than just a trip; it's an opportunity to build stronger relationships and create lasting memories. As fellow active travelers, we provide genuine, human support to ensure your journey with 10Adventures is as unique and fulfilling as possible. 🤝✨   To learn more, visit https://www.10adventures.com/ 🌐 Or contact us at https://www.10adventures.com/contact/

    44 min
4.7
out of 5
14 Ratings

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Listen to stories about adventure Travel and the outdoors on the 10Adventures Podcast. Each episode will let you hear directly from adventure travelers, guides, authors and tour operators on their most recent epic adventure. Follow along and get inspired for your next holiday, as you hear about the best adventure travel on earth, such as backpacking, trekking, hiking, cycling, skiing and more.

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