Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Tripology: Travel Podcast
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| Travelling India: Our Love-Hate Relationship With the Realest Place on Earth | 13 Oct 2026 | 00:35:28 | |
We love India! It's no secret, but it is complicated. This is our love letter to India, a country that we believe is the most authentic, the most real. We share the reasons why we cannot stop thinking about India, as well as what you can expect if you travel there, too. If there's only one place on earth you ever travel to, let it be India. Submit your travel stories: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Discord: https://discord.gg/NRDXsn9MX | |||
| Rishikesh: Should You Visit India's Yoga Capital? | 06 Oct 2026 | 00:26:05 | |
Adam's following in the Beatles' footsteps and practicing Yoga in Rishikesh, but what's it like visiting India's Yoga capital? Tune in for a fun and bendy episode... Oooommmm!
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| Scammed in Varanasi: India's Spiritual Capital - Part 2 | 29 Sep 2026 | 00:29:05 | |
The Varanasi scam continues, as Adam explains the confronting scenes he saw during the funeral ceremony, including the moment he was tricked into donating money. Tune in, as the scam unfolds, and make sure that if you're in Varanasi or anywhere else in India, you question interactions with strangers involving religion and spirituality; there's every chance you'll be expected to hand over money and you may feel like you have no choice.
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| Scammed in Varanasi: India's Spiritual Capital - Part 1 | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:31:25 | |
Adam was scammed in Varanasi, India’s spiritual capital, in one of the most confronting ways imaginable: criminals exploiting the cremations and funerals of Hindu families to pressure tourists into donating money.
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| The Taj Mahal: Visiting India's No.1 Tourist Attraction You Probably Know Nothing About | 15 Sep 2026 | 00:30:46 | |
What is the Taj Mahal? Adam's in hectic Varanasi, surrounded by spirituality and noise pollution, but the topic of today is India's iconic and universally recognisable travel destination, the Taj Mahal. Do you know what the Taj Mahal is and why it was built? Adam shares the story of his recent visit, involving a very uncomfortable late night train ride, as well as delivering a Taj Mahal quiz. Tune in to learn how much you didn't know!
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| Climbing Japan's Highest Peak: Why Nobody Reaches the Top of Mount Fuji | 08 Sep 2026 | 00:32:02 | |
Alun's returned after summiting Mount Fuji, Japan's highest peak. Upon reaching the top, he quickly realised he was the only person there! Tune in for travel tips on how to climb Mount Fuji, and find out why most people stop before reaching the top! Grab your warm things, your onigiri, and your ankle-high hiking boots... It's about to get sticky!
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| Shimanami Kaido: Japan's Legendary Cycle Route You've Never Heard of... | 01 Sep 2026 | 00:39:45 | |
Japan has many great cycle routes but none more spectacular than the Shimanami Kaido. Out of breath and sunburned, Alun shares his recent experience of taking on the 70km ride across the Seto Inland sea. We discuss how to access the Shimanami Kaido from Hiroshima, a curious hostel in the famous seaside town of Onomichi, and how you can get your hands on the world's number 1 sleep mask. Jump on, strap in, and follow that blue line all the way to the end. Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, as Alun shares another onsen experience with a new friend who's not so sure.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast
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| Why Visiting Hiroshima Will Change Your Opinion of Japan | 25 Aug 2026 | 00:31:22 | |
Alun returns from a trip to Hiroshima that has changed his opinion of Japan! Taking time away from Tokyo in order to reconnect with his inner backpacker, Alun travelled to the modern city of Hiroshima. The recent history and museum exhibitions, regional cuisine, sports events and traditional Japanese theatre will have you falling in love with Japan all over again!Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, as Adam reveals a full-circle moment and an exciting opportunity that he's wanted for years.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcastGet your travel stories in: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatripNeed travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=AmbassadorRequire an onward flight? Please use this fantastic flight rental service: https://onwardticket.com/tripologypodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/ev53YtjbnInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tripologypodcast/Website: https://www.tripologypodcast.comX.com: https://x.com/TripologypodThank you, as always, for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| What's the Fascination with Hokkaido? Seeking the Road Less Travelled | 18 Aug 2026 | 00:42:27 | |
In a hungover state, Adam attempts to round off his time in Japan. He spent two weeks travelling around Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost and largest prefecture. But what's his fascination with Hokkaido? Join in the fruitful conversation, as we get well and truly distracted. This may be a better week than most to join our Patreon community! Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, plus more bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Get your travel stories in: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Discord: https://discord.gg/EbgUgADjp Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| The Surprising World of Sumo Wrestling: How to See Japan's National Sport LIVE | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:32:15 | |
Sumo Wrestling is Japan's National Sport but not something tourists often get to experience. However, Alun, now a Tokyo resident and our Japan correspondent, has been lucky enough to nab some tickets to the Nagoya Basho: an annual Grand Sumo tournament. Tune in to find out how to see this surprising and misunderstood sport LIVE. | |||
| What is the World's Most Life-Changing Travel Destination? P.S. We're Drunk | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:36:44 | |
Which country tops the list of the World's Most Life-Changing Destinations? We challenge an article that tries to answer this question. Which destinations could genuinely be life-changing and transformative? Have we been to these countries and would we say the same? Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, as we share our own lists of life-changing experiences! https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Send us your travel stories: https://tripologypodcast.squarespace.com/talesofatrip
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| Things Nobody Tells You About New Zealand | 28 Jul 2026 | 00:29:43 | |
Life in New Zealand is not what you think! Adam divulges some hard truths about what living and travelling in New Zealand is really like. Whether you're a backpacker looking to work in New Zealand on a Working Holiday Visa or a holidaymaker planning a road trip, don't miss this episode. We break through the shiny exterior of a country we only hear good things about... Join our Patreon community to hear the rest of the list: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Discord: https://discord.gg/EbgUgADjp | |||
| Are Foreigners Welcome in Japan? | 21 Jul 2026 | 00:30:00 | |
What do Japanese people think of foreigners? Are tourists welcome in Japan? We discuss the popular and unpopular opinions of how tourists are perceived in Japan, as well as our own experiences of interacting with locals. We also share a recent story from a public bath house where one Japanese man got all hot and bothered... You get what you pay for!Help support the show and access the Lost & Found section. This week, we relive an evening we spent at the Tokyo Comedy Bar, where we witnessed the most awkward and offensive stand up routine we could have imagined!Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcastSend us your travel stories: https://tripologypodcast.squarespace.com/talesofatripLeave us a message: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=AmbassadorRequire an onward flight? Please use this fantastic flight rental service: https://onwardticket.com/tripologypodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/EbgUgADjpInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tripologypodcast/ X: https://x.com/tripologypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Why You Should Travel to Japan NOW! | 14 Jul 2026 | 00:32:56 | |
You should travel to Japan in 2026! Tune in to find out why NOW is the perfect time to visit Japan. We discuss tourism, the economy, Japanese food, and Alun's favourite subject of all: Pokémon. If you've been thinking about a trip to Japan and need that final push, this episode is for you! Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador | |||
| Are Tourist Attractions Still Worth Visiting? | 07 Jul 2026 | 00:40:10 | |
Get your exclusive 15% discount on a Saily eSim: https://saily.com/tripology Are tourist attractions still worth visiting? After we spent an afternoon at TeamLab Planets: a series of stunning art exhibitions and one of Tokyo's most visited tourist attractions, we were forced to ask ourselves this question. What's the point of experiencing these iconic destinations if they're filled with mindless tourists living through their mobile phone cameras? Support the show and access the Lost & Found section: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Send us your travel stories: https://tripologypodcast.squarespace.com/talesofatrip TeamLab Planets: https://www.teamlab.art/e/planets/ Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Require an onward flight? Please use this fantastic flight rental service: https://onwardticket.com/tripologypodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/yccRBh8fX Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tripologypodcast/ X: https://x.com/tripologypod Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Japanese Convenience Store BATTLE | 30 Jun 2026 | 00:44:44 | |
Get your exclusive 15% discount on a Saily eSim: https://saily.com/tripologyIt's Q&A time! What's Living in Japan Really Like? Alun answers questions about life in Japan, with some surprising answers. We also discuss what people may find appealing or difficult about moving to Japan, including societal pressures, making friends, work culture, and common ideas about Japan that don't match the reality. Get your egg sandwiches ready!Help support the show and access the Lost & Found section: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcastWe'd love to hear from you. Send us a message using the contact form on our website: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=AmbassadorRequire an onward flight? Please use this fantastic flight rental service: https://onwardticket.com/tripologypodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/yccRBh8fXInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tripologypodcast/X: https://x.com/tripologypod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tripologypodcastThank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Is Thailand's Papaya Salad the Greatest Dish on Earth? | 23 Jun 2026 | 00:35:07 | |
Is Papaya Salad, known as Som Tum, the greatest dish on earth? In this food heavy episode, we discuss Thai cuisine, with Adam suggesting that Papaya Salad is a perfect dish. Adam also shares stories of his travels around Thailand, including working on a durian farm on the Cambodian border. If you love Thai food or if you've ever wondered just how big a durian really is, don't miss the debate! We apologize in advance to fans of cheddar cheese. Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, as Alun explains the reason why he can't eat papaya, and we discuss our favourite cuisines from around the world. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Submit your travel stories: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Require an onward flight? Please use this fantastic flight rental service: https://onwardticket.com/tripologypodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/yccRBh8fX Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tripologypodcast/ Website: https://www.tripologypodcast.com X: https://x.com/tripologypod Thank you, as always, for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Japanese Cooking Class with an 80-Year-Old Grandma | 16 Jun 2026 | 00:32:02 | |
We were taught how to make traditional Japanese food by an 80-year-old Japanese Grandma! Adam's first day in Tokyo was spent treating Alun to (one of) the best birthday presents he's ever received. If you're a fan of Japanese cuisine and wondered how to make onigiri, or whether Alun can make onigiri better than Adam can, the answers lie within... Oishi! Speaking of delicious, Adam also shares a story from the famous farm involving an old sheep, dog food, and some sweet, sweet revenge. And if he had the chance, he would do it again! Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, as we discuss eating out in Tokyo. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Submit your travel stories here: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Gran-Musubi cooking class: https://www.instagram.com/gran_musubi Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Discord: https://discord.gg/yccRBh8fX | |||
| Do All Thai Massages Have a Happy Ending? | Travel | Thailand | 09 Jun 2026 | 00:31:38 | |
Do all Thai massages have a happy ending? Adam shares a recent story from his travels in Thailand, where he was left flustered and confused by a Thai masseuse who gave him the wrong idea... or did she? If you're travelling to Thailand and intending on getting a Thai massage, use this episode as a lesson or a warning. It would seem Thai massages can be every bit as spicy as the food. Support the show and access the Lost & Found section. The awkward backpacking stories continue, as Alun describes a service he received in a bath house in South Korea. Let's just say he scrubs up well. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcastSubmit your travel stories here: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Require an onward flight? Please use this fantastic flight rental service: https://onwardticket.com/tripologypodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/mc2TY2FYd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tripologypodcast/ Website: https://www.tripologypodcast.com X: https://x.com/tripologypod Thank you, as always, for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Alun's Birthday Surprise: Adam Arrives in Tokyo! | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:29:28 | |
Surprise! It's Alun's birthday and Adam has flown to Japan to celebrate it with him. We discuss Adam's arrival in Tokyo, as well as his layover in Asia's worst airport. We tuck into 7-Eleven's finest birthday cake and revel in the joy and misery of Adam's favourite football team: Arsenal. Start the celebrations!
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| Backpacking in Bangkok | An Awkward Thai Cooking Class | 24 May 2026 | 00:33:12 | |
It's an explosion of flavours this week, as Adam takes part in a Thai cooking class in Bangkok. Touring a local market with the chef and his classmates: a curious Californian couple, it quickly became clear this was going to be no ordinary cooking class. Tune in to hear the embarrassment. It's about to get spicy! We also discuss the decline of backpacker hostels. Is it too much to ask for a plug socket next to your bed? If the breakfast is free, does it mean you should eat it? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Submit your travel stories here: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Discord: https://discord.gg/mc2TY2FYd | |||
| Where on Earth is Faketown? | 19 May 2026 | 00:31:46 | |
It's Adam's turn to be tested this week, on his knowledge of strange place names in the United States of America. It's a good thing there's not a family holiday riding on it. See if you can guess which ones are genuine holiday destinations and which one is completely fictitious. Alun promises to tell the truth, or there will be consequences.
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| Japanese Language Quiz | Can You Live in Tokyo Without Speaking Japanese? | 12 May 2026 | 00:36:05 | |
Can you live in Tokyo without speaking Japanese? Alun's nightmare comes true, as he faces a Japanese Language Quiz. He's been living in Japan for a month but how many phrases has he learned? The stakes are high, as he has the chance to win a $200 journey on a bullet train! If you're about to travel Japan or you want to put your Japanese language skills to the test, play along! Did someone say "ekiben"? After 14 months of backpacking and van life, Adam announces his departure from New Zealand. As one adventure ends, another begins... Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, as Alun shares his most recent injury and Adam complains about the most minor of New Zealand's issues.
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| Traveling in Your 30s: Is it Too Late? Backpacking, Career Choices & Society's Expectations | 05 May 2026 | 00:28:59 | |
Is it too late to travel in your 30s? After a listener submitted this simple yet thought-provoking question into the show, we decided to dedicate an episode to it. We discuss the societal pressures faced by travellers in their 30s, as well as the risks and the downsides. If you're in your 30s or fast-approaching and you're contemplating a backpacking trip or a change of career, don't miss this one! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Submit your travel stories: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip | |||
| Starting Life in Tokyo: What No One Tells You About Moving to Japan | 28 Apr 2026 | 00:29:57 | |
Alun's settling into life in Tokyo but not before an unhealthy dose of bureaucracy, and an even unhealthier dose of convenience store food. We rank Japan's convenience stores, as well as discuss the things no one tells you about moving to Japan. How can a country famous for its efficiency be so inefficient? Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, as we relive our favourite memory from the farm. Lovingly referred to as Peanut Butter, this story involves a dog with a weakness for lasagne, a block of butter, and quicker reactions than a wild west shootout. This might be the funniest thing we've ever witnessed. Did we mention Alun's a dog whisperer? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Submit your travel stories: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Require an onward flight? Please use this fantastic flight rental service: https://onwardticket.com/tripologypodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/9nUjH8ns3 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tripologypodcast/ Website: https://www.tripologypodcast.comX: https://x.com/tripologypod Thank you, as always, for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Tongariro Alpine Crossing, New Zealand: Walking 42km to Avoid a $70 Tourist Trap | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:39:00 | |
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is one of New Zealand's most popular hikes. Adam enjoyed it so much he did it twice! But that's not the whole story: he believes local tourism businesses are profiteering and taking advantage of ill-informed travellers. If you'd like to know how to save money, tune in to hear Adam's take on New Zealand tourism. He might be sick but he's not going down without a fight! Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, as Alun's been breaking into his own house with a screwdriver. Adam also reveals where he'll be spending Alun's birthday. Surprise, surprise! Submit your travel stories: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Discord: https://discord.gg/dFbBrw8K | |||
| Alun Moves to Tokyo: Disgusting First Night in Japan | 14 Apr 2026 | 00:31:19 | |
Alun moves to Tokyo but isn't greeted by the Japan he expected. After a long day travelling to Japan's sprawling capital city, and looking forward to settling in to his new sharehouse, he made a disgusting discovery... How very un-Japanese! Submit your travel stories: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip | |||
| China Announces Visa-Free Travel! | 07 Apr 2026 | 00:31:44 | |
China announces visa-free travel for UK and Canadian nationals, meaning that travellers from these countries will now be able to travel throughout China for up to 30 days! We also hear from a listener who shares an outrageous Tales of a Trip. Who knew hostels in Bratislava could be so sexy? Well, Adam, apparently. Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, as Alun gets a little Japanese roasting, and Adam reveals his Canadian catchphrase. BBC article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c875d3d3x34o Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador | |||
| New Zealand Van Life Lessons: How Not to Sell Your Van | 31 Mar 2026 | 00:30:47 | |
Adam's having a tough time selling his van but is destiny playing a role? He shares some New Zealand van life lessons, demonstrating how quickly things can change. He was also involved in an embarrassing hostel moment along with two hostel guests. Tune in for an episode filled with awkwardness, regret and surprise. Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, as we chat wine... for once! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Submit your travel stories here! https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Verandahs Hostel, Auckland: https://www.verandahs.co.nz/ Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Discord: https://discord.gg/eVphWE3x | |||
| Waitangi Day: Attending New Zealand's Controversial National Celebration | 24 Mar 2026 | 00:40:18 | |
Waitangi Day commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, New Zealand's founding document, which was signed on the 6th February 1840. Festivals across New Zealand celebrate this national holiday but should they? Adam shares his experience of attending the largest and most significant of all the Waitangi Day celebrations, held at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds where the document was originally signed all those years ago. Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, where we discuss some hostel drama and teaching ukulele in Japan.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcastSubmit your travel stories here! https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Discord: https://discord.gg/Dewe876y | |||
| Hiking South Korea's Tallest Peak With No Equipment | 17 Mar 2026 | 00:28:27 | |
Hallasan, South Korea's tallest peak, located on Jeju Island, is a challenging hike at the best of times. Alun decided to take it on in the middle of winter, whilst it was covered in ice, with no equipment... just his denim jeans, barefoot shoes, and an unwavering stubbornness. See you at the bottom! Help support the show and access the Lost & Found section, as we share some brutally honest feedback we've received. Submit your travel stories here! https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Discord: https://discord.gg/N4SRP4vT | |||
| Hostel Sex: Is It Acceptable? | 10 Mar 2026 | 00:32:16 | |
Is having sex in a hostel dorm acceptable? Alun was awoken by two people enjoying themselves in full view, something he didn't sign up for. Tune in to hear the full story, as we share our thoughts on what the best course of action is, whether you get lucky or if you're subjected to a live show without warning. We've all been there... haven't we? Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, as we dive deeper into having sex in hostels. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Submit your travel stories: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Discord: https://discord.gg/7nDfhejn | |||
| 24 Hours in a Jimjilbang: South Korea's Cheapest Accommodation | 03 Mar 2026 | 00:31:52 | |
No clothes? No worries! This week gets hot & steamy, as Alun spends 24 hours in a traditional South Korean Jimjilbang: South Korea's cheapest accommodation. Jimjilbangs are traditional bathhouses, with saunas, steam rooms, and communal rest areas, allowing people to stay for hours or even overnight. Tune in to hear what Alun made of Adam's favourite East Asian past time. Continuing the (lack of) clothing theme, Alun discusses his new shoes. If you've considered going 'barefoot' before, perhaps listen to this episode first. We wouldn't want you to put a foot wrong and make the 20,000 mistakes Alun did! Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, as Adam finally gets a chance to talk about wine. While visiting Hobbiton, enjoying a Behind the Scenes tour, he was left with a bitter taste in his mouth and learned very quickly that some things are better left unsaid. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Submit your travel stories: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=AmbassadorRequire an onward flight? Please use this fantastic flight rental service: https://onwardticket.com/tripologypodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/hdRMu8de Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tripologypodcast/ Website: https://www.tripologypodcast.com X: https://x.com/tripologypod Thank you, as always, for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| The Unexpected Realities of Travelling South Korea: Where is Everyone? | 24 Feb 2026 | 00:30:26 | |
Is South Korea the most impersonal country to travel in? Alun's trip in South Korea has been defined by a lack of interactions with both South Koreans and fellow travellers. Why is everyone being replaced by screens and robots? We discuss his findings, as well as the impact technology has had on South Korean society. Support the show and access the Lost & Found section. In this saucy edition, Adam's been bathing with a very 'impressive', very professional, rugby player. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Submit your travel stories here: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Discord: https://discord.gg/7vE2Uqaa | |||
| Why You Should Never Trust New Zealand Ferries | 17 Feb 2026 | 00:31:01 | |
Adam's New Zealand road trip was flipped on its head when the interisland ferry he'd booked was cancelled. With his travel plans for the North Island effectively erased, and his options even more scarce than a kiwi, he tried every trick in the book to get onto another boat, quickly learning why you should never trust New Zealand ferries. Tune in for this New Zealand nautical nightmare!
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| Seoul & South Korea: How Much Do You Really Know? | 10 Feb 2026 | 00:32:12 | |
Alun's arrived in Seoul, South Korea's sprawling capital, but it hasn't been plain sailing. After a disappointing layover in Shanghai, we hear how Alun's airplane seat resulted in a moral dilemma. Turbulence was the least of his worries! Adam throws a South Korean pop quiz in for good measure. Alun's only been in Seoul for a few days, but correcting the jet lag with buckets of kimchi is all the preparation he needs. Stay tuned for the Support the show and access the Lost & Found section; this week, we discuss Alun's travel plans for Seoul, as well as how to invite a complete stranger to a public bath. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Submit your travel stories here: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Require an onward flight? Please use this fantastic flight rental service: https://onwardticket.com/tripologypodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/Kcps95DF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tripologypodcast/ Website: https://www.tripologypodcast.com X: https://x.com/tripologypod Thank you, as always, for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Why East Asia? Leaving Home for a Life in South Korea & Japan | 03 Feb 2026 | 00:35:30 | |
East Asia bound! Alun announces he's off to South Korea, and then onto Japan to commence his Japan working holiday visa, but why? We hear Alun's motives, as he prepares for life in two countries that he's fantasised about for a long, long time. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Submit your travel stories here: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador | |||
| Caught Red-Handed in New Zealand! Sea Kayaking in the Marlborough Sounds | 27 Jan 2026 | 00:30:48 | |
It's a pirate's life! While sea kayaking in New Zealand's stunning Marlborough Sounds region, Adam visited an open-ocean mussel farm. He took his chance and snagged New Zealand's prized greenshell mussel - but with Harbour Patrol hot on his tail, would he make his escape? The Marlborough Sounds is New Zealand's top sea kayaking destination, and a local favourite for its world-class fishing. Stingray isn't on the menu this week but red snapper is! Adam's treated to the freshest seafood he's ever eaten and witnesses a rare super-moon. Maybe there is such a thing as a perfect travel day? Support the show and access the Lost & Found section, as Alun takes a trip down memory lane. Alun and his family took off on a road trip to visit the home he grew up in. It's nostalgic and wholesome! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Submit your travel stories here: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Discord: https://discord.gg/p2M74rgZ | |||
| Is Backpacking a Sustainable Lifestyle? The Truth About Long-Term Travel | 20 Jan 2026 | 00:33:14 | |
Can you really travel forever? As Alun prepares for another adventure, we dive into the truth about long-term travel. In an episode inspired by a listener's curious questions, we define what 'long-term travel' really means, discuss backpacking burnout, and ask the question every traveller faces: is backpacking a sustainable lifestyle? With a combined 20 years abroad, things are about to get existential, baby! Plus, Tales of a Trip returns with a travel story involving South Korean bagels. Allow this full circle moment (that's a bagel joke) to warm your hearts and fill your stomachs. Submit your travel stories here: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Support the show and access the Lost & Found section. This week, Alun disarms a drunk woman who's wreaking havoc with a mop!Join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast
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| Hiking New Zealand’s Most Underrated Trail: The Copland Track | 13 Jan 2026 | 00:31:20 | |
New Zealand's most underrated trail, the Copland Track, has it all: dense rainforest, ice cold glacial rivers, waterfalls, swing bridges, and hidden hot pools... with a nasty surprise! Tune in to hear about Adam's favourite hike in New Zealand so far. Adam also shares a few anecdotes from his trip up New Zealand's wet west coast, including a romantic glow worm walk with a Chinese tour group, an offensive interaction involving a banana smoothie, and the most bizarre Police check point, proving that the New Zealand Police Force are not only upbeat but festive, too! Free hot dogs anyone? Support the show and access the Lost & Found section. Alun's been out and about in Blackpool, UK, helping the locals get home safely, using games involving Disney films. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Want to be featured on the show? Submit your travel stories here: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Get 10% off your Betterhelp subscription: https://www.betterhelp.com/tripology Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador | |||
| The Routeburn Track: Why You Shouldn't Run New Zealand's Great Walks | 06 Jan 2026 | 00:31:41 | |
Adam ran the Routeburn Track and regrets it! Nestled in the Fiordland National Park, and perhaps New Zealand’s most beautiful ‘Great Walk’, the Routeburn Track stretches 32km, through alpine meadows, stunning valleys and lush forest. It’s possible to complete the track in one day, but should you? Adam shares his thoughts and feelings on running the track, as well as the surprises, struggles, and how the experience relates to the broader topic of travel.
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| What Does Stingray Taste Like? Trying Kuala Lumpur's Unusual Street Food | 30 Dec 2025 | 00:30:29 | |
Forget rice for breakfast - this week, it's stingray for dinner! Alun's been exploring Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia's fast-developing capital, including its culinary delights. We hear all about his experience trying Malaysia's unusual street food, stingray, at the popular night market: Jalan Alor Food Street. Apologies to all you divemasters out there! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Submit your travel stories here: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Require an onward flight? Please use this fantastic flight rental service: https://onwardticket.com/tripologypodcast | |||
| Kea Attack on the Kepler Track! | 23 Dec 2025 | 00:33:34 | |
This week, Adam hiked the Kepler Track: one of New Zealand's 11 Great Walks. The 60km loop, located in the South Island's Fiordland National Park, is a stunning track, including forests, lakes, ridge walks, and destructive native birdlife! Tune in to find out why the endangered Kea is New Zealand's most dangerous bird. Tales of a Trip returns with a backpacking horror story involving more native wildlife. Perhaps camping in Australia’s outback isn't the best time to watch a horror movie after all. Submit your travel stories here: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Help support the show and access bonus content. In this week's Lost & Found section, Alun shares a story involving hitchhiking, a rainforest night walk, and a rare tarsier sighting! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast
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| Is Brunei Really Asia’s Most Boring Country? | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:39:23 | |
Backpackers claim that Brunei's the most boring country in Asia. After speaking with numerous travellers, and hearing comments such as "Brunei's only worth visiting if you're counting countries", Alun went to see for himself. In this episode, we hear why Brunei is one of Asia's most misunderstood destinations. Stay tuned for Tales of a Trip, as Karl Watson shares a rollercoaster of a story! We find out the link between his YouTube channel, his wedding day, and altitude sickness in Tibet! Subscribe to Karl's YouTube channel if you haven't already; he makes fabulous travel videos! Submit your travel stories here: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Support the show and gain access to the Lost & Found section. This week, Adam encounters a very forgiving Police Officer, but his windscreen encounters a less forgiving rock! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Discord: https://discord.gg/NknAsV9E | |||
| Kinabatangan River Adventure: Seeing Borneo's Big 5 on a Budget | 09 Dec 2025 | 00:30:53 | |
Eye-eye, Captain! Alun's cruising through the Borneo jungle this week. We hear all about his trip along the Kinabatangan River, as he attempts to see Borneo's big 5 on a budget! Impaired by an eye infection and up to his eyeballs in antibiotics, could having a big nose give him the edge? Will Alun finally catch a glimpse of a wild Orangutan?
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| Should You Visit Sepilok? Inside Borneo's Controversial Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre | 02 Dec 2025 | 00:31:14 | |
Alun's seen Orangutans in Borneo but how? We dive inside Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and ask whether it's an ethical sanctuary or a zoo-like tourist attraction. Alun’s final moments in Cebu, Philippines, were action-packed and fraught with danger. He narrowly escaped the island amid the devastation caused by Typhoon Tino. Our hearts go out to everyone affected, and we wish the people of the Philippines a safe and speedy recovery. Tales of a Trip returns with a Central Asian adventure! No engine? No problem! Expect large amounts of vodka and some traditional Mongolian hospitality. Submit your travel stories: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Support us on Patreon to access the Lost & Found section. This week Adam shares his disliking for his landlord. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Require an onward flight? Please use this fantastic flight rental service: https://onwardticket.com/tripologypodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/2w9t7YqK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tripologypodcast/ Website: https://www.tripologypodcast.com X: https://x.com/tripologypod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Swimming with Sharks! Thresher Shark Diving in Malapascua, Philippines | 22 Nov 2025 | 00:35:47 | |
This week, Alun's been diving with Thresher sharks in Malapascua. Rounding off his time in the Philippines, we hear what it's like to be back at scuba diving school and then thrown in at the deep end... with thresher sharks! Adam's out of character, as he relives the moment he simultaneously smashed his laptop and studio lamp, resulting in a trip to see some wheeling, dealing, Punjabi friends. Tales of a Trip returns with a wonderful story from a free-spirited traveler who embraces the chaos. An innocent stroll through the streets of Cusco turns into 7 hours of partying with strangers. Start the celebrations! Follow Pafi: @pafitrend Submit your travel stories: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip
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| Bridge Accident on New Zealand's Most Dangerous Road | 15 Nov 2025 | 00:29:46 | |
Adam survives New Zealand's most dangerous road but not without injury! We hear how a wild 4X4 ride through Skipper's Canyon was a bridge too far. Lord of the Rings filming locations, a suspect first aid kit, and a high risk of landslides was more than Adam bargained for. Did Adam strike gold or was the experience a thorn in his side? Tales of a Trip takes a horrifying turn, as we hear from an incredibly brave American listener. Whilst living in Medellin, Colombia, he was robbed and beaten by an armed gang. Extreme and traumatic, this story's not for the faint-hearted. Submit your travel stories: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tripologypodcast/ Website: https://www.tripologypodcast.com | |||
| Travel Books That Changed the World: Which is Your Favourite? | 08 Nov 2025 | 00:34:34 | |
Travel guides, travel novels, and travel magazines are the theme of this week's Tripping Point travel quiz! How much does Alun know about the travel publications that changed the world? Tune in and play along!
Tales of a Trip goes hitchhiking this week, as we hear from a young chap who was picked up whilst walking the Te Araroa. Putting his trust in complete strangers, a trip to the local supermarket turned into days of fishing and playing golf! Join our Patreon community to access the Lost & Found bonus section, as this week Adam shares a recent tale of him working a trial shift at one of the best restaurants in the world. The pressure's on! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tripologypodcast Submit your travel stories: https://www.tripologypodcast.com/talesofatrip Need travel insurance? We recommend SafetyWing! Click here to get started: https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26035801&utm_source=26035801&utm_medium=Ambassador Check out our Discord: https://discord.gg/APxav4Xe Thank you, as always, for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| We Won an Award... then Spotify Blocked Us. | 01 Nov 2025 | 00:31:00 | |
It's been a rollercoaster week here at Tripology Podcast. We're thrilled to announce we won Best Travel & Adventure Podcast at the 2025 Independent Podcast Awards! Spotify then hit us with a false copyright claim and blocked our episodes! We share the stories behind the chaos and discuss what it's like being independent creators.
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