Where to Go

In anticipation of the upcoming Euros, we’re off to Munich and Bavaria with travel and culture writer Rachel Preece. In Munich we explore everything from historic art and architecture to the upstart creative businesses that are rethinking the city’s traditional image. Further afield, Rachel regales us with the region’s charms – think lofty mountains, beautiful lakes and fairytale palaces.Tune in for the inside scoop on Oktoberfest, Munich’s beloved standing wave and plenty of beer recommendations. Prost!Rachel recommends:Obermühle (in Garmisch-Partenkirchen): https://hotel-obermuehle.de/en/Das Kranzbach (close to Garmisch-Partenkirchen): https://www.daskranzbach.de/en/Partnachklamm gorge: https://www.partnachklamm.de/enThe Flushing Meadows (rooftop bar): https://flushingmeadowshotel.com/bar/Giesinger (brewery): https://www.giesinger-braeu.de/Tilman's (brewery): https://www.tilmansbiere.de/Haus der Kunst (art gallery): https://www.hausderkunst.de/en/Bahnwärter Thiel (cultural hub): https://www.bahnwaerterthiel.de/Werksviertel (cultural hub): https://werksviertel.de/?page_id=410&lang=enCaspar Plautz (potato stall with lunchtime dishes): https://www.casparplautz.de/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we've got a very special bonus episode with social media sensation Kacie Rose, whose funny and refreshingly honest account of the highs and lows of living abroad has earned her a following of over 1.5 million people.In conversation with Lucy Richards, Kacie talks all about the joys of solo travel, dealing with homesickness, embracing failure and the importance of doing the sh*t that scares you.Plus, tune in for a behind the scenes look into the making of Kacie's brand new book, You Deserve Good Gelato. Pre order You Deserve Good Gelato: https://geni.us/YouDeserveGoodGelato Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re off to Glasgow with travel writer and whisky expert Sarah JC Gillespie. Home to exciting independent businesses, lively nightlife and an unparalleled music scene, Glasgow packs a cultural punch.Tune in for a Victorian cemetery beloved by Hollywood filmmakers, drool-worthy doughnuts that are building a reputation and unmissable whisky distilleries for those who want to taste their tipples right at the source. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're off to Stockholm, famous for its clean living, sleek design, crisp winters and long summer nights. Our guest Malcolm Jack shares the best late-night bites, the locals' favourite swimming spots and the story of an ill-fated warship extraordinarily well preserved by the Baltic waters into which it sank. And, of course, it wouldn't be a Stockholm episode without mention of saunas and ABBA! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re off to Quebec with food and travel writer Pamela MacNaughton. Together we explore the vibrant culture, sights and flavours of Canada’s largest province, often fondly referred to as “the Europe of North America.”Tune in for hot chocolate snobbery, postcard perfect views in Quebec City, mural art in Montreal and ice canoeing across the Saint Lawrence River. Of course, we couldn’t forget to mention Canada’s national dish in the place it originated – it goes without saying poutine is on the menu.Pamela's restaurant recommendations:Aux Anciens Canadiens (traditional québécois cuisine) Buffet de l'Antiquaire (diner with breakfast poutine)Chez Gaston (traditional poutine)Restaurant Sagamité (Indigenous cuisine)La Korrigaine Brasserie Artisanale (woman-owned microbrewery)Le Fin Gourmet (gourmet, mother/daughter owned and operated)Tannière3 (unforgettable fine dining) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where to Go is back for season 7! Starting off in style, we're headed to the Deep South with special guest Lynn Brown.Home to world-famous festivals, evocative landscapes, an unmatched musical legacy and a complex history, this week's region gives us plenty to talk about.  Tune in for unmissable jazz in New Orleans, the little-known white sand beaches in Alabama and the surprising connection between food and the civil rights movement.Lynn's hole-in-the-wall spot is Betty’s Place: https://bettyzplace.weebly.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where to Go returns on 29 February for more travel adventures! We'll be bringing you new destinations every fortnight, with our first trip taking us to the American Deep South alongside writer and professor Lynn Brown. Make sure to like and subscribe and we'll see you very soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re off to the Emerald Isle with travel writer and returning guest Nicola Brady. From breathtaking lakeside hikes and dramatic coastal drives to haunting Traid sessions and life-changing lobster, Nicola takes us through some of the best things to do when you visit. Tune in for night kayaking amidst bioluminescence, hostile local Dusty the Dolphin and an update on the Viking buried under Lidl… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From amazing art and ground-breaking music to historic pubs and picturesque parks, London really has it all. In today’s special episode, James and Lucy are proudly repping their city and sharing all their recommendations. Tune in for the best views, delicious donuts and pirate pubs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosting a mind-boggling array of monuments, Egypt is a historical destination on the grandest scale. The towering Pyramids of Giza and hieroglyphic-rich tombs of the Valley of the Kings may be the country’s main calling card, but today’s guest Monica Gerges shows us there is far more to the country than its ancient bounty. We discuss everything from the delightful chaos of culture-rich Cairo to the rainbow reefs of the Red Sea and the serene hot springs of the Siwa Oasis. Plus, we get an intriguing tease for the Grand Egyptian Museum.Where to Go listeners can now get 20% off any DK Eyewitness travel guide at WHSmith with code EYEWITNESS20. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With more pretty buildings and breath-taking views than you can shake a stick at, Prague has been dazzling visitors for the better part of a millennium. Travel and comedy writer Joseph Reaney takes us through the iconic sights, advising how best to enjoy them without the crowds. Then we explore some more niche spots in the city and surrounding areas, including a grisly chapel made from human bone. Of course, it would be a sin to discuss Prague without discussing beer. After all, this is the home country of Pilsner and the original Budweiser lager. Cheers!Be sure to check out Joe's brand new travel podcast Strange Old World.Where to Go listeners can now get 20% off any DK Eyewitness travel guide at WHSmith with code EYEWITNESS20. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week native Chicagoan and lifestyle journalist Ari Bendersky sets us straight about the USA’s so-called Second City. With its astounding architecture and treasure-laden Art Institute, iconic sports teams and sprawling Lake Michigan shoreline, Chicago sits in no city’s shadow.As if that’s not enough to boast about, the Windy City’s wonderfully diverse neighbourhoods offer virtually every cuisine you can imagine – from Chinese to Chilean, Korean to Cambodian, Venezuelan to Oaxacan.If peanut butter infused egg rolls, artisan doughnuts and the best BBQ in Chicago sound appealing, you'll want to tune in for Ari's recommendations!Check out Ari's Substack Something Glorious: https://aribendersky.substack.com/Planning a trip? Where to Go listeners can now get 20% off any DK Eyewitness travel guide! Find out more: https://geni.us/WTG-WHSmiths-discount Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re off to Denmark, home of some of the happiest people on earth, progressive politics and cutting-edge design. Returning guest and travel writer Allan Mutuku-Kortbæk takes us on a whirlwind tour of this beautiful country and inspires us to embrace the Danish lifestyle.We learn that culture vultures are spoilt for choice between artistic Aarhus and uber-cool Copenhagen, while the rugged coastline of Jutland is the best place for those in search of sandy beaches and top tier surf spots.Tune in for Danish fish and chips, the magic of wild swimming and a haunted house that takes Halloween to the next level… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week James and Lucy are joined by the DK Eyewitness team to discuss their favourite winter destinations.From Moorish marvels in Andalucia to the aurora borealis in Iceland, Dan Stables gives us the lowdown on Europe's hottest winter spots. Next, Leila Siddiqui proves the US is the place to be this season – whether you prefer exhilarating winter sports or hunting down hearty comfort food. Finally, Zoë Rutland reveals the cosy side of Seoul and an unmissable festival in Hokkaido. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week James and Lucy are visiting the Thai capital with Dane Halpin, Director of PR and Communications at Minor Hotels in Bangkok.We explore the contrasts of a city that is simultaneously traditional and modern, frenetic and serene. Join us for a mouth-watering foodie tour, an eye-opening street art trail and an unmissable festival that keeps locals cool in the scorching summer months… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re heading off to Japan with travel writer and photographer Todd Fong. Together we get off the beaten path and explore the full extent of what these immensely varied islands have to offer – think historic hamlets of thatched roofed houses, scenic sea-crossing cycle routes and neighbourhoods that transport you back to the Tokyo of 50 years past.Tune in for the joys of Japanese craft gin, advice for your first onsen visit, tips to make your yen go further and myth busting about Fukushima… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where to Go is back! Kicking off season 6 with a bang, we return to one of the world’s most visited cities: Paris.Culture and travel journalist Lindsey Tramuta joins us to go beyond the traditional postcard image of Paris, discovering the innovators, creatives and local businesses that are shaping the city’s lesser-explored neighbourhoods.Tune in to hear how experimental chefs are bringing new flavour to traditional dishes, how upstart baristas are overturning the city’s poor coffee reputation and how preparations for the 2024 Olympics are going (swimming in the Seine, anyone?). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brace yourself listeners, you're about to feel hungry! For the season finale, Saveur Travel Editor Benjamin Kemper treats us to a foodie tour of Madrid.From young upstart chefs serving feasts out of food stalls to traditional tabernas that have been selling wine for centuries, heavenly churros to hearty pig ears (perhaps a dish reserved for the daring), the Spanish capital is a gourmet's delight.Beyond the plates we discover street parties, superb galleries, grisly histories and the cheekily named Park of the Seven Boobies. *Correction: the cocido restaurant in El Escorial is not Casa Carola but El Charolés*Stay tuned! Where to Go will be back with more brilliant destinations and guests very soon... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week James and Lucy are heading to Vienna with creative extraordinaire Adia Trischler. A native New Yorker who moved to the Austrian capital 17 years ago, Adia has become one of the city's leading talents and the host of the Vienna Tourism Board’s official Youtube series.We explore ubiquitous coffee houses made for lingering, immersive museums detailing Vienna's unique history and vibrant neighbourhoods that feel a world apart from the Baroque pomp of the first district. Further afield, we discover more vineyards, castle ruins and waterfalls than you can shake a stick at – all within easy reach of the city.Tune in for topfenknödel, cycles along the Danube and the local practice of heading straight from the club to the flea market for some early morning bargain hunting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.