The World by Wild Frontiers

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The World by Wild Frontiers episodes

September 11, 2024 10. Peru Travel Guide with Hilary Bradt & Kate Humble
Peru is the country that truly has it all. Encompassing the wondrous peaks of the Andes, the deep blue of Lake Titicaca, the arid plains that lead to the Pacific Ocean, and ancient Inca ruins that will enthrall visitors, prepare to be enchanted by a destination bursting with variety, life, and colour.

In this episode, long-time friend of Wild Frontiers, Kate Humble, dives into the plethora that Peru has to offer (not including her own unique experience while filming a documentary about alpaca farmers!)

Kate speaks to special guest Hilary Bradt (co-founder of Bradt Guides) about why she chose to feature Peru in their very first guidebook, written in 1974, plus many more fascinating travel tales that demonstrate her love of the country.

Also joining Kate is Latin America expert at Wild Frontiers, Richard Leonardi, who offers a wealth of knowledge, including how to experience Peru 'off-the-beaten-track', sustainable travel, culinary delights, and travel logistics, to get the most out of your trip to this awe-inspiring country.
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43 min
August 06, 2024 9. Pakistan Travel Guide
Everything you want to know about travelling to Pakistan! Get ready to be transported to one of the most beautiful and fascinating countries that is incredibly close to our hearts. Often lauded as one of adventure travel's best-kept secrets, Pakistan is also where Wild Frontiers was born over 25 years ago. Listen to our founder, Jonny, talk about his adventures in Pakistan, and visit to the valleys of the Kalash – the last of the pagan tribes to inhabit the Hindu Kush – where he was so taken with these warm and welcoming people that he stayed for three months and ended up setting up Wild Frontiers on their advice.

Jonny speaks to Marc, our Director of Product and Operations, to discuss security in Pakistan and how we use our contacts and experience to ensure the safety of all of our visitors. As part of our 'Just Back From' series, Jonny interviews some of our travellers he joined in Pakistan last month at their stop in Hunza to find out why they wanted to visit Pakistan and their thoughts on their trip so far. He also speaks to Natasha, our Operations Manager who handles our tours to Pakistan and recently returned from a trip there, to discuss the practicalities of travelling to this culturally rich and diverse destination.
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34 min
July 10, 2024 8. Travelling to Challenging Destinations with Kate Humble
To travel or not to travel? From issues of safety to ethical considerations, there are many things to consider when travelling. Join Kate Humble, Wild Frontiers Founder Jonny Bealby, and Director of Product and Operations Marc Leaderman as they explore the essential questions any thoughtful traveller considers, such as 'Can I go there?' 'Should I go there?' 'Is it safe?' and 'Is it ethical?' Destinations covered range from the Congo to Saudi and Iran, as they unpick the complexities of travelling to the countries that raise an eyebrow and sometimes even prompt words of caution from friends and family. Tune in for some inspiring travel tales and a peek into how Wild Frontiers shaped their philosophy on the difficult topic of when to travel to a destination.
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36 min
June 18, 2024 7. The Silk Road: A Guide to Uzbekistan with Sophie Ibbotson
The third, and final part of this Silk Road trilogy puts arguably the most popular of the 'Stans in the spotlight: Uzbekistan. Jonny is joined by Sophie Ibbotson, a writer and consultant specialising in Central Asia, Uzbekistan's Ambassador for Tourism, and Chairperson of the Royal Society of Asian Affairs. She has written six guidebooks for Bradt Travel Guides and is also a regular contributor to publications such as Wanderlust, Lonely Planet, City AM, and the Daily Telegraph.
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41 min
June 18, 2024 6. The Silk Road: Which 'Stan is for you?
So you want to visit Central Asia... but you have no idea where to go first? Or perhaps you've visited one of the 'Stans and want to find out more about the neighbouring countries? Jonny and Marc continue their Silk Road odyssey, exploring the differing appeal of each 'Stan, including the culture, must-see sights and practical tips on how to visit. Will you be one 'Stan all the way, or does your next adventure cover a few different countries?
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40 min
June 18, 2024 5. The History of the Silk Road
Join the founder of Wild Frontiers, Jonny Bealby, and Marc Leaderman, Director of Product and Operations, as they unravel the history of the Silk Road, talk about Jonny's 3,000-mile horse journey which resulted in his third book, 'Silk Dreams, Troubled Road', and share the first tours Wild Frontiers started running over 20 years ago.
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32 min
May 15, 2024 4. Solo Travel with Phoebe Smith & Kate Humble
Kate Humble explores the exhilarating world of solo travel, discussing the highs and lows, the inspirations and opportunities of independent exploring with Phoebe Smith, Lorna Moore, and Clare Tobin.
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1 hr 5 min
April 16, 2024 3. Algeria Travel Guide
Want to discover why Algeria is trending? Venture into the serene sand dunes and diverse landscapes of Algeria with the Wild Frontiers team. Jonny, Marc and Mike will discuss their travels to Algeria. Covering history, local culture, travel logistics (flights, visas, best time to visit) and what not to miss in this spectacular country, prepare to be transported to another world.
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40 min
April 03, 2024 2. Sri Lanka and the Pekoe Trail with Kate Humble
Kate Humble shares her experience from her recent trip to Sri Lanka, where she walked parts of the Pekoe Trail, Sri Lanka's first long hiking trail. Tracking at approximately 300km, this newly forged trail takes in Sri Lanka's highlands and showcases the lush surroundings of this tropical island, tea plantations and homestays.

Wild Frontiers Walking in Sri Lanka: Along the Pekoe Trail
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41 min
April 03, 2024 1. Kate Humble, My Life in Travel
Join the founder of Wild Frontiers, Jonny Bealby, and long-time friend and brand ambassador, Kate Humble, to hear about the huge role travel has played in her life. They talk about some of her adventures in Afghanistan, and gorilla trekking in the Congo, as well as stories from her long TV presenting career.

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58 min

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