Simon Calder's Independent Travel Podcast

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Simon Calder's Independent Travel Podcast

Simon Calder is the Independent’s travel correspondent, the UK’s leading travel journalist. From news updates to discussions with experts, Simon Calder's Independent Travel Podcast will bring you all you need to know from the world of travel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    January 7th - The 21-day train journey that doesn’t exist

    Mark Smith, the Man in Seat 61, joins Simon Calder to unravel the myth of a 13-country rail journey. They discuss the route’s logistical impossibilities, the story’s viral origins, and how it fuels excitement for international train travel. This podcast is free, as is The Independent Travel newsletter, which you can subscribe to here and have delivered every Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    8 min

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    Janaury 6th - Christmas is over but flight disruptions are still going

    A third chaotic weekend in a row for the UK's airline passengers. Normally we expect disruption over Christmas but by the time it's the 6th of January things clear up, but not this year I'm afraid. We are talking serious flight disruption, the fog and snow are partly responsible. This podcast is free, as is The Independent Travel newsletter, which you can subscribe to here and have delivered every Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

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    January 3rd - Jet2’s year ahead: new horizons and a final flight for the 757

    In today’s podcast, I speak with Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2 Holidays and Jet2.com, about the airline’s ambitious expansion in 2025, including new bases in Bournemouth and Luton. We discuss the growing holiday demand, the company’s award-winning customer service, and the retirement of their last Boeing 757 this weekend, marking the transition to a cleaner, quieter Airbus A321neo fleet. This podcast is free, as is The Independent Travel newsletter, which you can subscribe to here and have delivered every Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    8 min

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    January 2nd - Grounded at Gatwick: BA staff misapply post-Brexit passport rules

    Sue Heath was removed from her British Airways flight to Malta just before Christmas, despite her UK passport meeting all post-Brexit EU entry requirements. In today’s podcast, I explore the alarming misunderstanding of passport rules by BA staff at Gatwick and the implications for travellers, sharing insights into Sue’s experience and advice for passengers facing similar issues. This podcast is free, as is The Independent Travel newsletter, which you can subscribe to here and have delivered every Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

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    January 1st - My recommendations on where to visit in 2025

    Happy New Year! Welcome to 2025 and with it I'm sure there's a renewed optimism for places to visit and sights to see. So, I've run down the list of where I think is a great place to visit - all within five hours travel time of the UK. This podcast is free, as is The Independent Travel newsletter, which you can subscribe to here and have delivered every Friday. That list in full: January - Bradford February - Vienna March - Tromso April - Sarajevo May - Rotterdam June - Belfast July - Kyiv August - St John’s September - Thessaloniki October - Tangier November - Constantine December - Krakow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    9 min

  6. 31/12/2024

    December 31st - BA’s Executive Club revamp: spend more, earn more

    In today’s podcast, British Airways’ controversial changes to its Executive Club are now rebranded as the British Airways Club. From April 2024, loyalty will be tied directly to spending, making it harder for budget travellers to earn perks like lounge access and seat upgrades. I discuss how the revamped system impacts frequent flyers, with insights from industry experts on whether this shift rewards loyalty—or alienates economy travellers. This podcast is free, much like The Independent Travel newsletter. Subscribe here and get it delivered every Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

  7. 30/12/2024

    December 30th - My favourite spot to enjoy Heathrow Airport

    I'm at my favourite airport hotel anywhere: the Thistle Terminal 5, which is not quite at London Heathrow Terminal 5 but has a priceless terrace overlooking the northern runway. I list the reasons why you'd enjoy stopping here before flying out of Heathrow Airport - as well as asking a plane spotter what he's taking a look at. This podcast is free, much like The Independent Travel newsletter. Subscribe here and get it delivered every Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

  8. 27/12/2024

    December 27th - It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas doesn't like Eurostar

    It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas doesn't like Eurostar. Last year, a sudden strike by Eurotunnel staff thwarted thousands of passengers. And today the first London-Paris train broke down in the Channel Tunnel. Elsewhere, issues with some services from London Euston but train services on a whole are looking ok for what was scheduled to be running today. This podcast is free, as is the weekly Independent Travel newsletter. Get that here and have it posted to your inbox every Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    6 min
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Simon Calder is the Independent’s travel correspondent, the UK’s leading travel journalist. From news updates to discussions with experts, Simon Calder's Independent Travel Podcast will bring you all you need to know from the world of travel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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