Welcome to the True Travellers Society Daily Podcast! It’s October seventh, twenty-twenty-five. I’m thrilled you’re here as we explore the people and projects reshaping responsible tourism and volunteer travel around the world. Today, we’re looking at how leading travel companies are fighting for ethical wildlife tours, how drone technology is bringing medicine to rural communities, and how walking safaris in Zambia are transforming both conservation and personal wellness. Ready to be inspired? Let’s dive in.

Our first story highlights the powerful shift happening in wildlife tourism. After shocking reports showing vehicles blocking wildebeest crossings in Tanzania and renewed attention to animal mistreatment in Egypt, travel companies like Jacada Travel, Intrepid Travel, and Go2Africa are raising the bar on ethics and accountability. These companies now audit hundreds of partners, looking not only at guest experience, but at conservation, animal welfare, and local community impact. T

It’s October sixth, twenty twenty-five, and you’re listening to the True Travellers Society Daily Podcast—the show that brings you the brightest ideas and real-world innovation from the world of responsible, purposeful travel. Today, we’re exploring how new cross-border partnerships, eco-friendly volunteer opportunities, and cultural heritage keep making travel a true force for good. Stay tuned for inspiring stories and actionable tips on how you can help shape positive social and environmental impact—wherever your journey leads.

Let’s dive in!

First up, a true landmark moment for sustainable and Indigenous-led travel: Indigenous nations along the US-Canada border are moving forward with a tariff-free trade corridor that could rewrite the rules of cross-border commerce. Led by the Standing Buffalo Dakota Nation in Saskatchewan, this initiative revives ancient trade routes—once used to move buffalo hides and food—with a new focus on community control, environmental oversight, and rene

Welcome to the True Travellers Society Daily Podcast for October fifth, twenty twenty-five. I’m thrilled you’re here for another day of inspiring stories from around the globe, spotlighting innovation in sustainable travel and volunteer tourism. Today, we’re flying into the future of green transport, exploring Canada’s wildest protected places, and learning what happens when a Canadian community comes together to support sports with real heart and sustainability. Get ready for the latest ideas and opportunities on how conscious travel can have real social and environmental impact.

Let’s kick off with Norway, where the country’s push to replace fossil-fuel flights with electric planes is taking flight—literally. In September, Norway completed its first electric-powered plane flight between major cities, piloting the Alia CX three hundred developed by Beta Technologies. This journey, which would take four hours by ferry, now takes just fifty-five minutes by air—all without burning fossi

Welcome to the True Travellers Society Daily Podcast! It’s October fourth, twenty twenty-five, and I’m thrilled you’ve joined us for another deep dive into the world of meaningful tourism, volunteer adventures, and sustainable travel practices. Today, we’re bringing you the story of Ibiza’s bold move against illegal tourist rentals—a powerful example of how destinations are fighting overtourism. Stick around as we spotlight innovative approaches that are shaping a travel industry with real social and environmental impact.

First, let’s go straight to the Mediterranean, where Ibiza has just removed more than two thousand five hundred illegal short-term rental listings from Airbnb. That’s over fourteen thousand beds taken out of circulation in a crackdown led by the Ibiza Illegal Short-Term Rentals Taskforce and technology partner Mabrian. So why is this such a big deal for sustainable travel?

Ibiza, world-famous for its vibrant nightlife and beaches, has struggled for years with overto

Welcome back to the True Travellers Society Daily Podcast, your source for inspiring stories in sustainable and meaningful travel. It’s October third, twenty twenty-five. Today we’re travelling to a Norwegian mountain town that’s redefining eco-tourism, looking at how ghost tours are saving local heritage in New Jersey, and exploring what it takes to measure the real impact of sustainability investments. Stay tuned for stories that show how conscious travel creates real social and environmental change—and ways you can join the movement.

Let’s begin in the heart of Norway with a success story for both heritage and sustainability. Røros, a tiny town once built around copper mining, has become a model for sustainable tourism. Here’s the impact: when the mines closed in the nineteen seventies, the town didn’t fade away. Instead, locals invested in preserving their history and supporting local businesses with eco-friendly practices. Instead of mass tourism, Røros manages visitor numbers to

Welcome to the True Travellers Society Daily Podcast, your inspiring news roundup for October second, twenty twenty-five. Every morning, we shine a light on the world’s most innovative volunteer, eco, and meaningful tourism stories. Today, we’ll learn how new technology and research are changing sustainable travel for both travelers and tour operators – and how your adventures can protect wildlife, empower communities, and keep local heritage alive.

Our top story: A landmark scientific study shows how understanding animal travel patterns can supercharge wildlife conservation. Researchers recently tracked over twelve hundred wild carnivores—everything from lions to wolves—across six continents using GPS collars, uncovering crucial differences in how wild cats and dogs move through their habitats. Wild dogs stick to familiar routes, while wild cats are more adventurous. On the surface, this is just fun animal trivia, but here’s why it matters: conservation organizations like Panthera an

True Travellers Society Daily Podcast

October first, twenty twenty-five

Welcome to the True Travellers Society Daily Podcast—your essential source for the freshest stories on volunteer travel, meaningful adventures, and game-changing sustainable travel practices. It’s October first, twenty twenty-five. Today, we’re hiking into a new era where getting outside is easier—and more impactful—than ever. We’ll dive into how one global hospitality giant is breaking down barriers to nature, celebrate a creative twist on cultural preservation rolling across South Africa, and share the latest news on travel tech that trims your carbon footprint before you even leave the airport. Ready to discover how conscious travel shapes a better world? Let’s get started.

First up, a major leap for sustainable outdoor tourism: Marriott is embracing the great outdoors with its all-new Outdoor Collection and the launch of Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors. Why is this such a big deal? The hospitality giant discovered

True Travellers Society Daily Podcast

September twenty-ninth, twenty twenty-five

Welcome, conscious explorers! This is the True Travellers Society Daily Podcast, your go-to source for stories of innovation and positive transformation in sustainable and volunteer travel. It’s Monday, September twenty-ninth. Today, we’ll spotlight Italy’s big step forward in responsible tourism, how Chile is setting green standards for South America, and why glamping is quickly becoming the most planet-friendly way to reconnect with the wild. Stick around for tangible ideas on how you can travel with true impact!

Let’s dive into today’s top stories shaping the future of meaningful travel.

Story One: Italy Hosts the World Travel & Tourism Council Summit – Putting Purpose at the Center

For the first time ever, Rome is hosting the World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit. The event has brought together over one thousand global leaders, ministers, and CEOs, all focused on shaping tourism for a thr