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TravelCaster
Author: Kevin Stanley
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The travel podcast that takes you there
We're one of the few travel podcasts that are actually recorded on location, not in a studio. That means we'll take you directly to your destination, taking care of the details so you don't have to. In short, we're the travel pod that takes you there.
Content created by : Kevin Stanley
Original Music : Kevin Stanley
Companion website : TravelCaster / NewsMutt
© 2023-25 Kevin Stanley / NewsMutt - All Rights Reserved
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In this episode, we take unforgettable journey from London to the heart of the Scottish Highlands on this iconic train route. We'll also explore one of the most famous locations in modern cinema, which has much history of its own.
In our season finale, we take a look at Leuven - a convenient alternative to busier destinations like Antwerp or Ghent. Discover a city steeped in medieval history, with a vibrant feel thanks to it's thriving student population. For more tips and practical information, check out the TravelCaster guide to Leuven.
In this episode we travel to Dinant in the stunning Meuse Valley of Western Belgium. Discover a hotel that celebrates the region's most famous beer brand, a bridge filled with saxaphones and picturesque riverside dining.Read more on our TravelCaster Guide to Dinant
For this episode we dip just south of Luxembourg to Metz in France - where culture, history and community blend together. See Europe's biggest display of stained glass, walk medieval streets and discover corners of laid back nightlife that you won't find from the tourist guide.For an additional insight, please visit our TravelCaster blog of Metz.
In this episode we discover two contrasting cities in Flemish Belgium and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. From grand cathedrals to bustling markets to delightful riverside food and drink, both are surprising locations - with plenty of places you won't find in a guidebook. Get all of the inside info in our TravelCaster guides to Mechelen and Luxembourg City.
Can you fit seven cities into a ten day break? Our latest adventure starts in the Netherlands, taking you to picturesque canals, centuries of history and a date with cheese. Find out more about this episode in the TraveCaster Blog
In this episode we travel from Lodz to the capital of Poland, Warsaw. Find out how to get great value for money at the height of the summer season, taking in historical sights, a neighborhood full of character and stunning parks and gardens.
In this episode we travel to the historical home of Poland's textile industry. Today, Lodz is a thriving culture and creative city with industrial buildings now hosting exciting hospitality and leisure venues. Discover Poland's longest street and a hotel housed in a former cinema.
In this season, we look at how to get great value even during busy holiday periods. Our trip takes us to Poland, starting in the surprising city of Wroclaw. Discover hidden gems for craft beer, impressive public art, and easy links from the airport to the city centre.
In the season finale, we take a trip across Austria featuring a ride along the world’s oldest nountain railway, before connecting to Bratislava, Slovakia. Learn how thecity’s hostoiry shaped its landscape, discover cultural landmarks and tips of great places to eat and drink.
In this episode we show you how to visit the stunning Lake Bled, Slovenia for a fraction of the cost of an organised tour. We take a boat ride to the iconic island, before heading north to Villach, Austria - a gateway to more iconic mountains and lakes.
Our AI-assisted journey heads east from Italy into neighbouring Slovenia. Discover the delights of its compact capital Ljubljana, with its stunning cathedral and vibrant cafe culture. Get the best views of the city from above, and find out where you can enjoy four types of pig and get the cheapest beer in town,
As our European tour continues, we discover the place where may Italian prefer to go on holiday. Discover castles, culture and a one-of-a-kind transport journey in the beautiful city of Trieste.
In this episode we head from French Corsica to Tuscany in Italy. Discover the delights of historic Lucca, and find out just how easy it is to travel in this stunning area.
Join us on an overnight boat from mainland France to Corsica, where AI assists us on one of the world’s most scenic yet underrated rail journeys. You can fit a lot into just 24 hours on this jewel of an island; We’ll take you to one of the best places to eat with a view, and find out how climbing a hill can unlock centuries of history,
In this episode we travel south across France, asking AI for tips of things to see in Marseille, France. Discover the elegant Vieux Port, journey to a hilltop cathedral built on a fort and find out where the locals go after dark.
Can AI guide me around right destinations in Europe, taking me to both pupular sights and hidden gems? Find out as we embark on a journey starting in Paris.
Discover this friendly corner of north-east Italy for a city break with the locals. Trieste has affordable accommodation, tasty food and drink and a coastline peppered with beauty. And find out how to venture beyond Italy to neighbouring Slovenia and Austria.
In our first TravelCaster city guide, we take you to Warsaw, the capital of Poland. If time is tight, we'll give you everything you need to know to explore the main sights in just a few hours. Discover spectacular buildings, poignant monuments and Europe's newest "Old Town".
If you enjoyed our Adriatic Adventure, you might also like this commentary-free soundscape of the trip. As you listen, indulge yourself with ideas by reading the blog and planning your own journey.





