I had no reason to go to the Vosges. Never been. Couldn't have found it on a map six months before we left. We booked a house in a village called Dabo, packed the car, and drove — my wife, my daughter, and me. No plan. Just somewhere green and quiet.

What we found was one of the best surprises I've had in a long time.

In this episode, I take you through the ancient forests and glacial lakes of the Vosges mountains, along the famous Alsace Wine Route — through Colmar, Ribeauvillé, Kaysersberg, and Sélestat — and into Strasbourg, a city that has been French, then German, then French again, and ended up something entirely its own.

This is a region caught between two worlds. And the best thing about it? It doesn't care which one it belongs to.

In this episode:

- Exploring Dabo, Lac de Gérardmer, and Lac de Pierre Percée

- Walking the wine villages of Alsace

- Strasbourg: history, architecture, and identity

- What slow, unplanned family travel actually feels like

The Wanderlust Sessions is a travel podcast about going somewhere with no agenda, no itinerary — just curiosity. New episodes every week.

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Amsterdam is the most visited city I’ve ever lived in. I was also born there — and spent thirty years moving through six different neighbourhoods, from a working-class street in Banne 2 to a quiet apartment in Amsterdam Zuid.

In this first episode of The Wanderlust Sessions, I trace that journey: what each place gave me, what I left behind, and what Amsterdam taught me about where I come from. This isn’t a travel guide. It’s a portrait of a city that changes while you’re still watching.

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Slow travel isn't just a style of travel — it's a philosophy. The Wanderlust Sessions is

a travel podcast for people who want to explore Europe (and beyond) more intentionally:

less rushing, more connecting.

Each episode dives into real travel stories, off-the-beaten-path destinations, and honest

conversations about what it means to travel slowly and meaningfully. Whether you're

planning a trip to Europe, looking for hidden gems, or simply need inspiration for your

next adventure — this podcast is for you.

🎧 What we talk about:

- Slow travel tips and mindful travel philosophy

- Hidden gems and underrated destinations in Europe

- Authentic travel stories and personal experiences

- Off-the-beaten-path travel ideas for independent travellers

- Budget-friendly and sustainable travel in Europe

New episodes every week — available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

🌍 Hosted by Wanderlust Europe (Reislustig Europa)

📩 Collaborations & contact: [email protected]

🔗 www.reislustigeuropa.nl

If you love slow travel, Europe travel, or just a good story — subscribe and never miss an episode.