This time James and Lucy are joined by Maria Åstrand, co-founder of the Barcelona Food Experience blog, taking a foodie's tour of the city with her. You'll hear about both the traditional and modern side of food in Barcelona and how restaurants have fared during the pandemic. Listen out for Asian-Caribbean fusion food, botanical bars and cured tuna heart truffles.

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In this special episode of Where to Go, James and Lucy are joined by bestselling author Kevin Kwan to discuss some of his favourite travel destinations. The author behind the Crazy Rich Asians series, Kevin takes us on a journey to his childhood in Singapore, adventures in New York City and regular escapes to the island of Capri: the setting for his latest book Sex and Vanity. In this episode you'll not only get travel tips for these places but also an insight into how these destinations inspired - and are woven into - Kevin's books.

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James and guest host Elspeth travel to South Africa this week with Johannesburg-based travel guide and writer Jabulile Ngwenya. Hear Jabu, James and Elspeth discuss the diversity of the country, including its cities, natural wonders and people. Importantly, Jabu talks about the ethics of safari tourism and how to make sure you are supporting local people during a visit. Listen out for close shaves with hyenas, the best vineyards in the country and which neighbourhoods to check out in Johannesburg.

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In this episode all about Cornwall and the South West Coast Path, James and Lucy speak to a very special guest – author Raynor Winn. They discuss her 630-mile adventure around the Path that led to her writing her first book, 2018's The Salt Path and her subsequent move to Cornwall. Listen out for proof of the healing power of nature, her love of guidebooks and the lyrical way Ray speaks about the coast.

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In this special edition of the podcast, to celebrate the release of our book Ride: Cycle the World, James speaks to writers Jenny Tough and Tom Owen and editors Elspeth Beidas and Rachel Laidler. They discuss their favourite cycle rides, top bikepacking tips, and how the book came about. Listen out for spomenik-hunting in North Macedonia, close encounters with bears in Canada, and how to pack as light, and as smart, as possible.

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James and Lucy find themselves in Berlin this week being guided through the city with Kash Bhattacharya, also known as 'The Budget Traveller'. They talk about the city's diverse neighbourhoods, some of the best parks for summer visits, Berlin's complex history, and the Christopher Street Day Parade (aka Berlin Pride). Listen out for the best kebabs outside of Turkey, techno clubs that are worth the 3 hour wait and a museum dedicated to David Hasselhoff.

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James and Lucy head to Nashville to see Music City with journalist and creative business champion Libby Callaway. They talk about the city’s creative renaissance, the ‘Third Coast’, the coolest things to see and of course, the city’s live music scene and heritage. Listen out for oyster bars, bachelorette parties and HonkyTonk Tuesday.

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This week Lucy and James are joined by travel writer Lucy Dayman, direct from her adopted home of Tokyo. They discuss life in the city, Tokyo's neighbourhoods, must-do experiences and the forthcoming Summer Olympic Games. Listen out for plum blossoms, Pleasure Forest, Mari Kar (not a typo) and information about the forthcoming book Tokyo: Like A Local.

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Where to Go returns for a second season with a special first episode all about Iceland – a destination topping many travellers' post-vaccination adventure lists. Joining James and Lucy is photographer and influencer Ása Steinars, who is set to launch a new company taking visitors around the country’s famous ring road in the cosy confines of a campervan. We reflect on Iceland's growing popularity, how to tackle the weather and essential sights to see during your trip. Listen out for erupting volcanoes, fermented sharks and black beaches.

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Our final episode of this season of Where to Go looks at the year ahead: 2021. This year promises to be the year where we'll be able to travel once again and – to optimistically look ahead to that – James and Lucy are joined in this special edition by an array of guests from earlier episodes in the series, as well as the DK Eyewitness editorial team, to discuss where they want to go in 2021. From eco-friendly fine dining in Slovenia to wild Patagonian treks; cycling the length of Wales to traversing the Silk Road, these are the journeys we've been dreaming about, and we can't wait to share them. Also listen to the end for a quick travel quiz with editor Becky Flynn - do play along!

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