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Dig into these real adventures from real travelers. From the temples of Kyoto to the peaks of Patagonia, this podcast brings you immersive travel tales from around the world. Each episode examines one of our most captivating articles on Go World Travel Magazine, bringing unforgettable journeys and unique perspectives to life. Whether you're planning your next trip or just love the thrill of discovery, tune in for a global adventure—one story at a time.

  1. 6D AGO

    Everyone Warned Him Not to Go. He Went Anyway: The Other Mali Nobody Talks About

    Everyone told travel writer Edward Placidi not to go to Mali. War in the north, a military government in the south, police checkpoints every few miles. He went anyway. Join Edward as he slips past the warnings and into a Mali most people will never see: forgotten villages where no cars exist, where a blind king still settles disputes from his crumbling palace, and where children burst into screaming delight at the sight of a stranger with a camera. From shelling peanuts with laughing villagers to wandering past 1,000-year-old mud mosques and watching artists burn intricate designs into gourds with heated iron rods, this is a journey straight into a world that feels centuries removed from our own. But the cracks are showing, and Edward wonders how much longer it can last. Read Edward's full article, "A Rare Journey Into Mali: West Africa's Time-Forgotten Kingdom," with stunning photos and details on visiting the south safely.

    16 min

  2. JAN 28

    Where Luxury Meets Gentle Giants: Inside Thailand's Most Unusual Elephant Sanctuary

    Most luxury resorts promise infinity pools and spa treatments. Anantara Golden Triangle delivers that, plus something completely unexpected: rescued elephants as your neighbors. Travel writer Isabella Miller explores a Thai resort where conservation meets five-star comfort at the meeting point of three countries. Walk alongside gentle giants through the jungle, dine 52 meters above the canopy while elephants forage below, and discover why those transparent jungle bubbles everyone's talking about are just the beginning. From the mahouts who've cared for these rescued animals their entire lives to that unforgettable buffalo cheek khao soi, this is where ethical wildlife experiences get luxurious. Read Isabella's complete story, "Jungle Luxury and Gentle Giants: A Golden Triangle Elephant Adventure."

    15 min

  3. JAN 15

    Return to Riga: A Granddaughter's Search for Family History

    At 14, travel journalist Janna Graber's grandfather fled Riga during WWI—falling off a bombed bridge into the river, losing his entire family in the chaos. He never saw them again. A century later, Janna boards a plane to Latvia with one mission: walk the cobblestone streets her grandfather never forgot, stand in the church where his family was baptized, and piece together what happened to the relatives he lost to war. What she discovers in Riga's uncrowded Art Nouveau streets, its 800-year-old monuments, and a genealogist's research changes everything she thought she knew about her family's past. This is a story about displacement, survival, and why some cities never let go—even across generations. Read Janna's full article, "My Grandfather Never Forgot Riga—And Now I Know Why It’s Europe’s Best-Kept Secret," to follow her emotional journey and discover why this Baltic capital deserves a spot on every traveler's list.

    15 min

  4. 12/16/2025

    400-Year-Old Footpaths and Steaming Onsen: Hiking Japan's Nakasendo Trail in Winter

    Winter in rural Japan hits differently. Travel journalist Isabella Miller trades Tokyo's neon chaos for snow-dusted mountain paths along the historic Nakasendo Trail, where feudal-era post towns still welcome travelers just like they did 400 years ago. Snowshoeing through quiet forests, soaking in steaming outdoor onsen baths, sleeping on tatami floors in family-run guesthouses, and navigating multi-course traditional meals that look too beautiful to eat. From watching lanterns flicker to life in the ancient village of Narai to discovering why there's a Japanese word for the specific warmth of a hearth fire, Isabella finds that Japan's mountains offer something Tokyo never could. Read Isabella's full article, "Winter on the Nakasendo Trail: Exploring Traditional Japan on Foot," with stunning photos and practical tips for your own journey.

    11 min

  5. 09/10/2025

    This Private Island Paradise in Tonga Lets You Sleep in Treehouses and Swim in Crystal Clear Seas

    Forget crowded resorts. Travel journalist Janna Graber takes you inside Mandala Resort in Tonga—a three-acre private island where you wake up in a treehouse or bungalow to trumpet fish swimming beneath your deck. You'll learn traditional dances from village children and night snorkel through cathedral-ceiling caves by torchlight. From off-grid solar luxury to underground feast ovens, discover why this remote Polynesian kingdom makes you forget that clocks exist. Read Janna's full story, "This Private Island Paradise in Tonga Lets You Sleep in Treehouses and Swim in Crystal Clear Seas," for stunning photos and travel details.

    13 min

  6. 08/11/2025

    Swimming with Giants: Why Mexico's 'Aquarium of the World' Will Change Everything You Think You Know About Whale Sharks

    Ever wondered what it's like to swim alongside a creature the size of a bus? Travel journalist Janna Graber takes you into Mexico's Sea of Cortez, where juvenile whale sharks up to 32 feet long cruise the crystalline waters just minutes from shore. From the heart-pounding moment of dropping into the sea to swimming alongside these gentle giants at three miles per hour, discover why La Paz is the ultimate bucket-list destination for wildlife encounters. Plus, learn the surprising regulations that protect these magnificent creatures and why you only get 30 precious minutes to experience the magic. Read the full adventure story, "Swimming with Whale Sharks in the Sea of Cortez," with stunning underwater photography.

    10 min

  7. 06/30/2025

    60 Years Later: How The Sound of Music Transformed Salzburg Forever

    Most visitors to Salzburg arrive humming 'Do-Re-Mi,' but few leave knowing the real story. Join travel journalist Christine Loomis as she uncovers surprising secrets hiding in plain sight—from the gazebo moved for tourist safety to why Austrian actors needed coaching on their own 'national anthem.' Discover the palace you can only see by booking a stay, the cemetery actually built in Hollywood, and why ordering schnitzel with noodles earns puzzled looks from locals. With Salzburg celebrating the film's 60th anniversary through exclusive tours with Maria's granddaughter, learn why this UNESCO World Heritage city offers the perfect harmony of movie magic and authentic Austrian culture. Read Christine's full article, 'The Hills Are Still Alive: 60 Years of Magic in The Sound of Music's Salzburg,' complete with self-guided tour tips and insider dining recommendations.

    12 min

  8. 06/23/2025

    Death by Dinner: Inside Japan's Fugu Capital Where One Wrong Cut Could Kill You

    Welcome to Shimonoseki, the only city in the world where elementary school kids dance to celebrate a fish that could kill them. Join travel journalist Masayoshi Sakamoto as he explores Japan's fugu capital, where poisonous pufferfish sits casually in supermarket aisles next to the milk, and licensed chefs spend years mastering cuts that literally mean life or death. Discover why an entire community built its identity around tetrodotoxin—one of nature's deadliest neurotoxins—and how locals turned lethal dining into daily life. Because in Shimonoseki, dinner isn't just delicious—it's dangerous. Read Masayoshi's full article, 'Deadly but Delicious: Inside Japan's Fugu Capital,' with stunning photos and insider access to Japan's most fearless food culture.

    10 min
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Dig into these real adventures from real travelers. From the temples of Kyoto to the peaks of Patagonia, this podcast brings you immersive travel tales from around the world. Each episode examines one of our most captivating articles on Go World Travel Magazine, bringing unforgettable journeys and unique perspectives to life. Whether you're planning your next trip or just love the thrill of discovery, tune in for a global adventure—one story at a time.

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  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
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