Travel Secrets

FLOWERBX founder, Whitney Hawkings reveals the travel secrets she’s discovered with Tanya this week. Whitney comes with many specific places to visit, including hidden gems in the streets of Paris, her favourite restaurant in the world which is closer than you might think and where she had a simple tomato pasta that she declares to be the best meal she’s ever had. She also shares poignant memories of rediscovering destinations through her children’s eyes and the place that reminded her of Jurassic Park.Don’t forget to follow @travelsecretsthepodcast and remember, you can watch all of our episodes on YouTube.PLACES MENTIONEDParis, FranceTuileries GardenCafé de FloreBrasserie LippL'Ami LouisLe Grand ColbertMasai MaraSaxon Hotel, Johannesburg River CafePositano, ItalyLe SirenuseShanghai, China The Beverly Hills HotelRio de Janeiro, Brazil Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cookery writer, Skye McAlpine, joins Tanya this week to tell the tale of her travels with a gloriously heavy bias to the exquisite, Venice.Skye’s recipes are influenced by her life in Italy - she moved to Venice, from London, at the age of six with her parents and now splits her time between both cities. It’s safe to say she knows her way around the streets (and canals!) of Venice… With wonderful memories of eating ice-cream sandwiches for breakfast and hopping around Italy’s surrounding islands, Skye shares her favourite spots in Venice, the Aeolian Islands and destinations much further afield.Don’t forget to follow @travelsecretsthepodcast and remember, you can watch all of our episodes on YouTube.PLACES MENTIONED: Didier Ludot, ParisLa Zucca, VeniceRialto Market, VeniceHarry’s Bar, VeniceTrattoria alla MadonnaOsteria alle TestiereFilicudi, Aeolian IslandsLa Sirena, FilicudiLipari, Aeolian IslandsPassalacqua, Lake Como Locanda Cipriani, Venice Pellestrina, Italy Da Celeste, PellestrinaParis, FranceFlorence, ItalyBuchinger Wilhelmi, Lake ConstanceVaranasi, India  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actor and singer Luke Evans joins Tanya Rose to reveal his travel secrets this week. Luke explains why he doesn’t stay in hotels while he’s travelling for work (and some of the uniquely wonderful places he’s stayed instead), why he can’t stand trips planned to a tee and why his ultimate advice is to “Be Brave”.Plus, he shares the incredible musical experience in a restaurant in Lisbon, the delicious foods you can find in family-run restaurants in Spain and the trick to getting into a hammock. Don’t forget to follow @travelsecretsthepodcast and remember, you can watch all of our episodes on YouTube.PLACES MENTIONEDPembrokeshire CoastlineSmokehouse Cottage, Pembrokeshire CoastRome, ItalyThe Hassler Hotel, RomeByron Bay, Australia ColombiaIbizaAlicante, Spain Manila, PhilippinesVenice, Italia Lisbon, Portugal A Baiuca, LisbonMiami, Florida, USA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In his 52 years of work, actor Charles Dance has travelled from the Russian Arctic to far East Asia. This week, he reveals his 6 travel secrets and the many stories that go alongside them.Charles shares with Tanya Rose why he gets emotional thinking about Venice, why his favourite restaurant experience is actually in London and his favourite street in Bologna. Don’t forget to follow @travelsecretsthepodcast and remember, you can watch all of our episodes on YouTube.PLACES MENTIONED:Venice, ItalyBologna, ItalyIndiaThe Arlington, LondonCorfu Formentera, Balearic Islands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bestselling novelist Santa Montefiore’s books feature settings across the world, and she explains the real life connections in this episode. Santa shares with Tanya Rose how travelling has informed her writing, her time in Argentina teaching children the English language and the devastating wash out when her sister, Tara Palmer-Tomkinson, booked her a stay in Bali. Plus, she explains the shocking connection to the avalanche that narrowly missed King Charles and Princess Diana. Follow @santamontefioreofficialDon’t forget to follow @travelsecretsthepodcast and remember, you can watch all of our episodes on YouTube.Places mentioned ItalyArgentinaChileConnemara, IrelandHotel Endsleigh, Devon BaliLe Saint Géran MauritiusThe Banyan TreeAmangiri, Utah Mesa Mountain Dunton Hot Springs, Colorado Cambodia Vietnam The Peninsula Hotel, London Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former President & Managing Director, Warner Bros. UK and Spain and President of the Harry Potter Franchise Josh Berger joins Tanya Rose to share his travel secrets. Josh’s work has taken him around the world, and he explains why Spain is his favourite place and the incredible diversity of the country. Plus, he shares why his top tip is to hire a guide wherever you go and his incredible story of a sporadic visit to the oldest bullfighting ring in Spain.Don’t forget to follow @travelsecretsthepodcast and remember, you can watch all of our episodes on YouTube.Enjoy an exclusive 20% off Antler’s travel collection, use code TRAVELSECRETS at checkout. PLACES MENTIONED:Cairo, EgyptJerusalem, Israel​​Madrid, SpainValencia, SpainParador de Santiago de CompostelaMaldivesDen in Tokyo, JapanJiro in Tokyo, JapanDukes, LondonNew YorkRonda, SpainHotel Catalonia, RondaLos Angeles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fashion designer Amanda Wakeley reveals her Travel Secrets with Tanya Rose this week. Amanda shares why Venice is her favourite place for people watching, why sailing is more accessible than you might think and where in India took her breath away. Plus, she shares her immersive penguin experience which left her feeling like she was on another planet. Follow @amandawakeleyDon’t forget to follow @travelsecretsthepodcast and remember, you can watch all of our episodes on YouTube.Enjoy an exclusive 20% off Antler’s travel collection, use code TRAVELSECRETS at checkout. PLACES MENTIONED:AntarcticaVeniceThe Gritti, VeniceThe Church of San Giorgio MaggioreHotel Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, VeniceTorcelloUshuaia, Argentina PositanoCaruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi CoastIndiaJaipur Taj Mahal Greenland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author and writer for British Vogue, Pippa Vosper shares her memories from around the world on this week’s episode of Travel Secrets.Pippa tells Tanya Rose why, despite loving beaches, earthy Sweden is her favourite destination; she shares a hilarious celebrity encounter with one of the Skarsgårds and the terrible luck she’s had in Marrakesh. Plus, she reveals the extensive variety of fine dining in Japan and her extraordinary and chaotic proposal in Sri Lanka. Follow @pippavosperDon’t forget to follow @travelsecretsthepodcast and remember, you can watch all of our episodes on YouTube.Enjoy an exclusive 20% off Antler’s travel collection, use code TRAVELSECRETS at checkout. PLACES MENTIONED:Sweden IndiaMarrakeshJapanVilla D’este, Lake ComoSri LankaCasa Privata, Amalfi Coast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Skincare and wellness guru Liz Earle joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets this week.Liz explains where her passion for Africa originated, why Kenya is a country to meet all traveller’s needs and her favourite and why she thinks Venice may be turning into Disneyland for grown-ups. Plus, she shares glimpses into special trips she’s taken her children on, her most theatrical experience in a restaurant in Ibiza and she shares insider hacks on how to sleep flawlessly whilst away from home. Follow Liz @lizearleme and get her new book A Better Second Half (out 25th April 2024) Don’t forget to follow @travelsecretsthepodcast and remember, you can watch all of our episodes on YouTube.Enjoy an exclusive 20% off Antler’s travel collection, use code TRAVELSECRETS at checkout. Places mentioned:KenyaPeponi Hotel LamTokyo, JapanVenice, Italy1742 in IbizaUshuaïa in IbizaSwedenMaldivesPhotography credit: Patrick Drummond Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

West End and Broadway Theatre producer, Nicholas Allott joins Tanya Rose with an abundance of travel stories in this week's episode. Nick shares how he was born with a travel bug, a glimpse into his time in a Hippy Commune and how he got into producing theatre.Nick then divulges the unexpected and derailed trip to Egypt after he made the mistake of believing a guidebook, the best meal that took 2 flights and a taxi to get there and why you should never judge a film you’ve watched on a plane. Plus, he shares the incredible memory of a spontaneous opportunity to swim with whales… Follow Nicholas @nickallott25Don’t forget to follow @travelsecretsthepodcast and remember, you can watch all of our episodes on YouTube.Enjoy an exclusive 20% off Antler’s travel collection, use code TRAVELSECRETS at checkout. Places mentioned:AntarcticaEgyptVietnam Fävike, SwedenThe Wolseley Hospitality, LondonRussian and Turkish Baths, New YorkThe Exumas, BahamasMyanmar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Designer and founder of her eponymous brand, Anya Hindmarch, joins Tanya to uncover what travel means to her.As a well seasoned traveller, Anya has spent many years creating travel-savvy luggage and accessories to make exploring the world, seamless.Anya shares her love of walking to get to grips with a destination, her top jet lag tip and how, although it’s where she calls home, London is her favourite place.Follow Anya @​​anyahindmarch, discover her collection and Tanya’s favourite in-flight bag.Don’t forget to follow @travelsecretsthepodcast and remember, you can watch all of our episodes on YouTube.Enjoy an exclusive 20% off Antler’s travel collection, use code TRAVELSECRETS at checkout. Places mentioned:London Inle Lake, MyanmarHotel Aaritz, DolomitesJapanBeaulieu-sur-Mer, South of FranceGalapagos Islands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chef and The River Café restaurateur, Ruthie Rogers shares her top travel secrets, born out of her love for good food, good cocktails, and good company.Ruthie has travelled far and wide. She has lived in many different places and has family and friends across the world which have allowed her to discover the best local spots, which you’ll find reflected in her travel secrets.Ruthie tells us where she had the best olive oil she’s ever tasted, why fresh markets are the key to understanding a destinations culture, as well as why she is one of the few who love to travel with children.She also reveals which table at The River Café is the best… Follow Ruthie, discover her podcast Ruthie’s Table 4, and of course her world-renowned restaurant, The River Café.Don’t forget to follow @travelsecretsthepodcast and remember, you can watch all of our episodes on YouTube.Enjoy an exclusive 20% off Antler’s travel collection, use code TRAVELSECRETS at checkout. Places mentioned:Havana, CubaVenice, ItalyFilicudi, ItalyTaormina, SicilyFlorence, ItalyTokyo, JapanMachu Picchu, Peru Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Entrepreneur, television presenter and author, Trinny Woodall reveals her extensive travel secrets with Tanya Rose this week. Trinny explains why she never has jet lag in New York City, why Syria stands out as her most unexpected trip and her hilarious tales from trying to secure a table in Dehli. Plus, Trinny offers invaluable tips to perfect your packing techniques whether it’s a city break or week-long adventure. Follow Trinny @trinnywoodall and the podcast @travelsecretsthepodcastEnjoy an exclusive 20% off Antler’s travel collection, use code TRAVELSECRETS at checkout. Places mentioned:New York CityDamascus, SyriaTanzaniaDelhi, IndiaKyoto, Japan Samoëns, FranceVenice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vogue’s former Chief Business Officer, Vanessa Kingori, joins Tanya Rose to reveal her Travel Secrets this week.Vanessa shares how her early exposure to different cultures has profoundly influenced her travel perspective, the importance of visiting places connected to your heritage and her poignant trip to Kenya – with a surprise visit to a former US president’s grandmother. Plus, she shares her ultimate insider secret to help you travel like a local, not a tourist. Follow Vanessa @vanessakingori and the podcast @travelsecretsthepodcastEnjoy an exclusive 20% off Antler’s travel collection, use code TRAVELSECRETS at checkout. Places mentioned:St. KittsKenyaBali and Lombok, IndonesiaLas VegasTurkeyEs Saadi Marrakesh ResortCroatiaGrenada Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travel expert Tanya sits down with award-winning actor Mark Strong. In the debut episode of the podcast, Mark reveals his six Travel Secrets which have been moulded by his fascinating career in the film business. Born to foreign parents, Mark explains how this affected his travelling life, as well as how his stint in Cuba forced him to completely reevaluate his expectations and explains why the perfect time to explore the region is now.He also fondly shares how meeting a local man in Sri Lanka during a graduation trip remains poignant to him today.See Mark’s photographs from Jamaica on YouTube. Follow Mark @mrmarkstrong and the podcast @travelsecretsthepodcastEnjoy an exclusive 20% off Antler’s travel collection, use code TRAVELSECRETS at checkout. Places discussed:Hashima Island, JapanCubaOstrava, CzechoslovakiaGeranium in CopenhagenSri LankaAbbot Kinney, Los AngelesGolden Eye, Jamaica  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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