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| Affordable Travel Gifts They'll Actually Want | 20 Nov 2025 | 00:20:31 | |
Check out these eighteen unique and affordable travel gifts for your loved ones (or yourself!) All are under $40, and most are under $20. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES Get more details about today's show. Travel Gift Ideas for 2025 *Warm & Cozy Ultra-Luxe Cloud Sleep Sock for Women & Men Under $10 BUY HERE *Wet Dry Bag for Swimsuit, Travel,, Dirty Yoga Gym Clothes, Makeup Bag Under $10 BUY HERE *Portable Digital Hanging Baggage Scale for Travel Under $12 BUY HERE *Dr. Scholl's® Tired, Achy Feet Soothing & Reviving Foot Mask : 3 Pair Under $12 BUY HERE *Silicone Bottle Covers Leakproofs Your Liquids – 10 Pack Under $12 BUY HERE *Nausea/Unsettledness Relief Inhaler : 2 pack Under $13 BUY HERE *Heated Scented Eye Masks – 20 Pack Under $14 BUY HERE*BOOK: 50 States, 5,000 Ideas: Where to Go, When to Go, What to See, What to Do Under $15 BUY HERE *Handheld 3 IN 1 Portable Fan with Power Bank, Flashlight Under $15 BUY HERE *Travel Hair Trimming Tool for Men and Women Under $17 BUY HERE *Body Restore Shower Steamers Aromatherapy 6 Pack Under $17 BUY HERE *Hands Free Personal Neck Fan Under $20 BUY HERE *Waterproof Personal Safety Alarm Under $25 BUY HERE *Cell Phone Stand with Wireless Bluetooth Speaker and Anti-Slip Base Under $25 BUY HERE *'Our Adventure' Retro Souvenir Photo Album Under $25 BUY HERE *AI Rechargeable 2 Pack Hand Warmers – a Portable Pocket HeaterUnder $30 BUY HERE *Stress and Migraine Face Cold Compress Head Wrap Under $30 BUY HERE *Massage Gun with Heat Deep Tissue Massager Under $40 BUY HERE More Great Travel Gifts IdeasGet FREE Travel Planners, Checklists and Packing Lists for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. ******* EMAIL ME FOR PROMO DISCOUNT CODES***** Saily Affordable eSIM Overseas Mobile Phone Plans - No need to insert a physical SIM card when you travel. Buy just the data you need to avoid expensive roaming charges. Use Promo Code SPECIAL5 to save 5% Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks! Amazon Kit's Picks Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest (C) Active Travel Adventures, LLC - All Rights Reserved
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| 8 Day Cycling Adventure from London to Wales : Go West with Steve Silk | 06 Nov 2025 | 00:47:40 | |
🎧 Go West with Steve Silk — Cycling Britain's Wild and Winding West Country Go West with Steve Silk | Cycling Adventure Across Britain's West Country Join Active Travel Adventures as we chat with Steve Silk about his new book Go West and his 300-mile cycling journey through Britain's backroads, coastlines, and countryside. Discover how slow travel reveals adventure and meaning on two wheels. You'll hear fascinating stories, legends and learn some of the history along Steve's adventure and come away inspired to create your own grand adventure, whether by bike, foot or cia paddling. 🚴♀️ Ride Into Britain's Past — One Pedal Stroke at a TimeIn this episode of Active Travel Adventures, host Kit Parks sits down with British journalist and adventurer Steve Silk, author of the captivating new book Go West: Adventure Cycling Through Britain's Past. Steve's journey follows winding country lanes and scenic coastal climbs. Along the way, he encounters farmers, ferrymen, and fellow wanderers—each sharing stories that bring Britain's western landscapes to life. "When you travel slowly—by bike or by foot—you see how the land shapes people, and how people shape the land." – Steve Silk COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your own adventure, photos, and more cool info about today's show. 🗺️ What You'll Discover in This Episode
Steve Silk is a British writer, journalist, and lifelong cyclist passionate about exploring the intersection of landscape and story. His best selling first book, The Great North Road, retraced Britain's most famous coaching route from London to Edinburgh. In Go West, Steve turns toward the Atlantic, pedaling 300 miles across fields, moors, and coastline to rediscover the spirit of Britain's West Country. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your own adventure, photos, and more cool info about today's show. Get FREE Travel Planners, Checklists and Packing Lists for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. ******* EMAIL ME FOR PROMO DISCOUNT CODES***** Saily Affordable eSIM Overseas Mobile Phone Plans - No need to insert a physical SIM card when you travel. Buy just the data you need to avoid expensive roaming charges. Use Promo Code SPECIAL5 to save 5% Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks! Amazon Kit's Picks Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) 📚 Resources Mentioned
Get your copy today: Never miss an adventure! Subscribe to Active Travel Adventures: 💬 Join the ConversationHave you ever followed a historic route on your own adventure? (C) Active Travel Adventures LLC - All Rights Reserved
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| Lightning Safety Tips for Hikers and Bikers | 14 Aug 2025 | 00:18:19 | |
Learn what to do when you are threatened by lightning, especially if you are caught exposed outdoors including the proper safety position and what to do if someone gets hit by lightning. You'll also learn what constitutes a safe shelter during a thunderstorm. This is important information that could save your life! We cover:
COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links and get more info about today's show. Get FREE Travel Planners, Checklists and Packing Lists for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. ******* EMAIL ME FOR PROMO DISCOUNT CODES***** Saily Affordable eSIM Overseas Mobile Phone Plans - No need to insert a physical SIM card when you travel. Buy just the data you need to avoid expensive roaming charges. Use Promo Code SPECIAL5 to save 5% Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks! Amazon Kit's Picks Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest (C) Active Travel Adventures, LLC - All Rights Reserved
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| Costa Rica Camino : Part I | 15 Sep 2022 | 00:47:13 | |
Kit and Active Travel Adventure listeners hike Costa Rica from the Caribbean to the Pacific - 175 miles through numerous ecosystems and many small villages not touristed. Our luggage is transported daily, so all we need to do is carry our day pack. Learn about this amazing new long distance trail along with tips to help make your multi-day hike successful. our way around this magnificent country in Part I of Kit's incredible adventure. Learn all about this beautiful and exciting active adventure on today's show. SAVE!!! Kit went with her affiliate, UrriTrek. ATA listeners get an exclusive Promo Discount Code, ATA100, to save $100 off of any full Camino with UrriTrek. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about the new Costa Rica Camino. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! HELP BUILD THE COSTA RICA CAMINO - FUNDRAISER Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Best Travel Apps | 01 Sep 2022 | 00:26:23 | |
Make your travel life smoother with these great (mostly free) travel apps. On today's show, you'll learn about the best recommended travel apps for planning, to save money, transportation, lodging, food and activities, getting around, security, translation, plus some solid travel tips from the world travelers on my recent Bhutan adventure as well as highly rated travel apps from other hard core travelers. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See a list of all the apps mentioned on today's show. Get FREE Travel Planners, Checklists and Packing Lists for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. ******* EMAIL ME FOR PROMO DISCOUNT CODES***** Saily Affordable eSIM Overseas Mobile Phone Plans - No need to insert a physical SIM card when you travel. Buy just the data you need to avoid expensive roaming charges. Use Promo Code SPECIAL5 to save 5% Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. High Altitude Travel Insurance: Most insurance policies do NOT cover high altitude adventures. Check out Rise & Shield for your next mega adventure! Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks! Tinggly: Give Gift Experiences instead of stuff - plus your loved one gets to choose! Promo Code ACTIVETRAVEL saves up up to 20% Amazon Kit's Picks Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest (C) Active Travel Adventures, LLC - All Rights Reserved
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| New Zealand South Island Adventures : Part II | 18 Aug 2022 | 00:26:01 | |
Visiting the South Island of New Zealand is a 'Bucket List' adventure for many folks. On today's show, we hike, bike and paddle our way around this magnificent country in Part I of Kit's incredible New Zealand adventure. Learn all about this beautiful and exciting active adventure on today's show. SAVE!!! Kit went to New Zealand with her affiliate, Active Adventures (based in New Zealand). Email me for an exclusive Active Adventures $200 off Promo Code good for this or any of Active's exciting adventure travel tours! COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about New Zealand's South Island. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! HELP BUILD THE COSTA RICA CAMINO - FUNDRAISER Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest | |||
| New Zealand South Island : Part I | 04 Aug 2022 | 00:42:53 | |
Visiting the South Island of New Zealand is a 'Bucket List' adventure for many folks. On today's show, we hike, bike and paddle our way around this magnificent country in Part I of Kit's incredible adventure. Learn all about this beautiful and exciting active adventure on today's show. SAVE!!! Kit went with her affiliate, Active Adventures (based in New Zealand). Email me for an exclusive Active Adventures $200 off Promo Code good for this or any of Active's exciting adventure travel tours! COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info aboutNew Zealand's South Island. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! HELP BUILD THE COSTA RICA CAMINO - FUNDRAISER Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Section Hike the Appalachian Trail - 'the AT' | 21 Jul 2022 | 00:49:40 | |
Learn how to section hike the AT, the Appalachian Trail (or any other multi-day hike) on today's show. We discuss how to plan, what to pack, why it's cool, and so much more. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about section hiking the Appalachian Trail (plus general backpacking information). Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! HELP BUILD THE COSTA RICA CAMINO - FUNDRAISER Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| European Self-Guided Walking Holidays | 07 Jul 2022 | 00:46:54 | |
Spend your vacation WALKING some of the best trails in Europe! Most are fairly easy for any fit person. You walk from village to village on historic paths in some of Europe's most scenic regions. Best of all: your luggage gets transported to your next lodging so all you have to do is walk and enjoy yourself! Learn all about European self-guided (some are guided) walking holidays on today's show. I interview Margaret, who has done many such hikes and we learn all about this exciting and affordable way to travel. I find walking holidays offer a more authentic cultural experience because you become PART of the landscape and the local's you chat with's life that day. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about hiking, backpacking, and paddle packing Isle Royale National Park. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! HELP BUILD THE COSTA RICA CAMINO - FUNDRAISER Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Adventures in the Algarve region of Portugal | 16 Jun 2022 | 00:36:22 | |
Explore the gorgeous Algarve region of southern Portugal. This beautiful and affordable adventure travel vacation is sure to inspire you! Whether you hike an 8 day section of the 185 mile/299 km trail all at once as our guest, Margaret, did (or hike it all!), or just day hike and explore the region like Kit did, you'll have an amazing adventure! Margaret went with my affiliate, One Foot Abroad who has offered ATA listeners a 5% discount on ANY of their self-guided tours by using the Promo Code ATA5. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about hiking the Via Algarviana. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! HELP BUILD THE COSTA RICA CAMINO - FUNDRAISER Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest | |||
| Hike the Via Algarviana Trail in Portugal's Algarve Region | 02 Jun 2022 | 00:46:57 | |
Hike the stunning Via Algarviana, a long distance trail in the gorgeous Algarve region of southern Portugal. This beautiful and affordable adventure travel vacation is sure to inspire you! Whether you hike the 185 mile/299 km trail all at once as our guest, Josh, did, or hike just one of the three 8 day segments, you'll come away with an authentic Portuguese experience away from the crowds at the beach. On today's show you'll learn what to expect on the trail, when to go, what to pack and what you'll see. Josh went with my affiliate, One Foot Abroad who has offered ATA listeners a 5% discount on ANY of their self-guided tours by using the Promo Code ATA5. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about hiking the Via Algarviana. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! HELP BUILD THE COSTA RICA CAMINO - FUNDRAISER Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| North Island of New Zealand Multi-Sport Adventures | 19 May 2022 | 00:50:10 | |
Hike some of New Zealand's epic trails including the famous Tongarino Crossing and Rainbow Mountain, kayak or snorkel the Poor Knight Islands, tube through an underground cave to see millions of glow worms, sandboard down 100' dunes, experience Mauri culture, active volcanoes and much more! Learn all about this beautiful and exciting active adventure on today's show. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about adventures on the North Island of New Zealand. Email me for an exclusive Promo Code good for this or any of Active's exciting adventure travel tours! Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. ******* EMAIL ME FOR PROMO DISCOUNT CODES***** Saily Affordable eSIM Overseas Mobile Phone Plans - No need to insert a physical SIM card when you travel. Buy just the data you need to avoid expensive roaming charges. Use Promo Code SPECIAL5 to save 5% Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. High Altitude Travel Insurance Most insurance policies do NOT cover high altitude adventures. Check out Rise & Shield for your next mega adventure! Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks! Tinggly: Give Gift Experiences instead of stuff (plus your loved one gets to choose)! Promo Code ACTIVETRAVEL saves up up to 20% Amazon Kit's Picks Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations)
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| Norway Trekking Adventure | 05 May 2022 | 00:54:28 | |
Hiking Norway is not only an affordable way to experience this stunning country, but it also allows you to get up close and personal with its famous fjords, waterfalls, mountains and valleys. On today's show, we spend nine days in Norway, trekking in Jotunheimen National Park, its most popular national park and exploring Bergen, Norway's second largest and very colorful city. You'll learn what it's like and what to expect on your Norwegian adventure holiday. Our guest went with ATA affiliate IAG, International Adventure Guides, who offers ATA listeners an exclusive $100 discount with Promo Discount Code HTT61XS. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about hiking Norway. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! HELP BUILD THE COSTA RICA CAMINO - FUNDRAISER Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Bear Safety Tips for Hikers and Backpackers | 14 Aug 2025 | 00:26:14 | |
Learn how to hike and backpack safely in bear country plus how to determine whether a bear is a black bear or a brown (grizzly). You'll learn what to do if you are attacked by a bear. How you respond is DIFFERENT depending on which type of bear you encounter! You'll learn about proper wilderness food storage and how to hang a bear bag, and why bear spray is best. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See more cool info about today's show. Get FREE Travel Planners, Checklists and Packing Lists for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. ******* EMAIL ME FOR PROMO DISCOUNT CODES***** Saily Affordable eSIM Overseas Mobile Phone Plans - No need to insert a physical SIM card when you travel. Buy just the data you need to avoid expensive roaming charges. Use Promo Code SPECIAL5 to save 5% Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks! Amazon Kit's Picks Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest (C) Active Travel Adventures, LLC - All Rights Reserved
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| El Camino Primitivo - the Original "Way" | 21 Apr 2022 | 00:36:40 | |
Have you ever wanted to do the El Camino? Learn all about the very first "Way", the Camino Primitivo from Oviedo to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. Arguably the prettiest (and maybe the hardest) route to the Cathedral de Santiago. It's also one of the least trafficked (maybe since most people haven't ehard of it?). Our guest gives us the details about her Camino and why she would do it again - backwards! COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info aboutdoing the Camino Primitivo. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! HELP BUILD THE COSTA RICA CAMINO - FUNDRAISER Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Greenland : Trek the Arctic Circle Trail | 07 Apr 2022 | 00:40:47 | |
The Arctic Circle Trail in Greenland is considered one of the premier long distance trails in the world. On today's show, we hike the vast, remote and expansive landscape to Sisinuit. You'll rest by stunning glacial lakes, as you trek among the hummocks. This backpacking adventure is one that a fit person can do if he or she trains, and it's sure to be a life changing experience. Learn all about this beautiful and relaxing active adventure on today's show.
COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos and more cool info about backpacking the Arctic Circle Trail in Greenland. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. HELP BUILD THE NEW COSTA RICA CAMINO - ATA FUNDRAISER Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest | |||
| Bike the Portuguese Way Camino de Santiago | 17 Mar 2022 | 00:47:09 | |
Instead of walking, why not BIKE the Camino de Santiago? On today's show, our guest Niall describes cycling the Portuguese Way to Santiago de Compostela from Porto, Portugal. The Portuguese route is arguably the best biking path to Santiago. We'll discuss what you'll see, what types of people you'll meet, what the trail is like, what you need to do to prepare and pack, and why you should add the Camino to your adventure bucket list. Learn all about this wonderful (and MUCH quicker!) way to do your Camino. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about biking or walking your Camino. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. HELP BUILD THE NEW CAMINO IN COSTA RICA HERE Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Iceland Adventures | 03 Mar 2022 | 00:48:23 | |
Hike Iceland! Discover the land of fire and ice on today's show. Our guest discusses two Iceland adventure tours he took with ATA affiliate, IAG (International Adventure Guides). They offer several tours to this magical country, so you are sure to find one that suits your interests and fitness levels. Be sure to use the ATA exclusive Promo Code HTT61XS to get $100 OFF any IAG tour! You'll save money and at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the podcast while helping to keep it ad free – thanks! COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info aboutNew Zealand's South Island. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks!
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| Croatia Island Hopping Boat and Bike Adventure from Split to Dubrovnik | 17 Feb 2022 | 00:32:42 | |
In today's episode, our group gets settled into our beautiful motor yacht and begin biking some of Croatia's most stunning islands, like Korčula, Mljet, Brač and Hvar as we boat and bike our way from Split to Dubrovnik. We climb cliffside hills that overlook the majestic, crystal clear waters of the Adriatic Sea, bike through olive groves and vineyards, and explore quaint, historical villages and fortresses. We end our tour in the UNESCO walled city of Dubrovnik - it's a magical vacation! Note: In our previous episode #106 Part I of our Croatia Bike & Boat island hopping tour, we worked our way from Croatia's capitol, Zagreb, to Plitvice Lakes, to coastal Zadar and then to the start of the tour in Split. You can download that episode here. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about visiting Croatia. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. ******* EMAIL ME FOR PROMO DISCOUNT CODES***** Saily Affordable eSIM Overseas Mobile Phone Plans - No need to insert a physical SIM card when you travel. Buy just the data you need to avoid expensive roaming charges. Use Promo Code SPECIAL5 to save 5% Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks! Amazon Kit's Picks Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest (C) Active Travel Adventures, LLC - All Rights Reserved
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| Croatia - Part I - Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes, Zadar and Split | 03 Feb 2022 | 00:30:52 | |
In Part I of Croatia Bike & Boat island hopping tour, we work our way from Croatia's capitol, Zagreb, to Plitvice Lakes, to coastal Zadar and then to the start of the tour in Split. In Part II, we island hop via motor yacht and bike from Split to Dubrovnik. We will explore the stories, complicated history, amazing landscape and stunning architecture in this Dalmation region. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about visiting Croatia. Email me for an exclusive Active Adventures $200 off Promo Code good for this or any of Active's exciting adventure travel tours! Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Slovenia Hike Bike Paddle | 20 Jan 2022 | 00:44:23 | |
We explore Slovenia's Triglav National Park region and visit Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj on one of Kit's favorite European adventures! We hike the base area of the Julian Alps from Kranjska Gora. We bike from there to Lake Bled. We raft the Sava River, and learn about kayaking Lake Bohinj and the Savica Falls. In Ljubjiana, Slovenia's capitol, we take a food tour, a history tour and a day tour to Škocjan Caves, the Lipsic Stud Farm, and the Predjama Castle. Learn all about this beautiful, fun and relaxing active adventure on today's show. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about hiking, backpacking, and paddle packing Isle Royale National Park. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest | |||
| 25 Best Travel Podcasts for 2022 | 06 Jan 2022 | 00:14:00 | |
Find new binge worthy travel podcasts in the annual list of the 25 Best Travel Podcasts to check out in the coming year. You'll find inspiration, discover destination ideas and insights, travel tips and hacks, learn industry insider news and hear great travel stories among this group of the top 25 travel podcasts for 2022. Get the Show Notes and the complete list with links to their websites HERE. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Hiking the Dolomites in Italy | 16 Dec 2021 | 00:40:35 | |
Hike the Dolomites in the Italian Alps Kit was so inspired by her interview of Annie in Episode 21 about her adventures hiking in the Dolomites, that she booked the same tour and tells you all about it on today's show. Not only do we hike the majestic UNESCO Dolomites, but we also bike a beautiful rail to trails path, and we EAT! This is Italy, after all. Kit takes you step by step on her adventure so you'll learn what you'll see and do, learn about the accommodations, including the mountain hut (refugios) and learn a bit about the culture. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about hiking, backpacking, and paddle packing Isle Royale National Park. Email me for an exclusive Active Adventures $200 off Promo Code good for this or any of Active's exciting adventure travel tours! Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest | |||
| Bikepacking the Erie Canal Trail | 02 Dec 2021 | 00:31:16 | |
Bike Pack the Erie Canal from Buffalo to Albany Learn how to bike pack the 360 mile Erie Canal Trail : what you'll see, when to go, how many miles per day, where to sleep, and what gear to take. Learn how to plan your epic multi-day biking adventure and much more. Get insights into general bike packing from an experienced bike packer. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about hiking, backpacking, and paddle packing Isle Royale National Park. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Climbing Kilimanjaro : Trek Africa's Highest Mountain | 07 Aug 2025 | 01:07:59 | |
Have you dreamed about climbing Africa's tallest mountain in Tanzania: Mount Kilimanjaro? Join Kit as she interviews Damon about he and his wife and friends successful summit of Kili on the Lemosho Route, the prettiest route of them all and the one with the greatest success rate. We discuss what Damon saw and what it was like each day of the climb. We talk about dealing with high altitude. We will learn about the food, guides and porters, and other important details about this amazing adventure. We also discuss Damon's after Kili trek wildlife safari in the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater and seeing "The Big 5" - elephants, lions, buffalos, leopards and rhinos. Learn all about this beautiful, exciting and challenging active adventure on today's show. SAVE!!! Damon went with Active Travel Adventure's affiliate, Active Adventures (based in New Zealand). Email me for an exclusive Active Adventures $100 off Promo Code good for this or any of Active's exciting adventure travel tours! COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about climbing Kilimanjaro's Lemosho route. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Travel Tips and Insights | 18 Nov 2021 | 00:56:11 | |
Travel Tips and Insights On this far reaching show, Kit highlights the lessons learned over more than a year and a half on the road, including her USA Road Trip in her camper van, Sophie, plus her long term travel in Europe. We discuss:
We learn tips on how to save money on the biggest travel expenses: lodging, transportation, attractions and food. We also learn how Kit finds her way around without cell service (or a paper map), her favorite travel apps, how she chooses where to head next, and what she packed that can get her anywhere in the world, including hiking, biking and paddling! COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about hiking, backpacking, and paddle packing Isle Royale National Park. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| 100th Episode Anniversary Special | 04 Nov 2021 | 00:32:52 | |
Today marks the 100th episode of the Active Travel Adventures podcast! Since the vast majority of podcasts rarely make it past eight episodes, this is quite a milestone. I thought it would be fun to review some of your and my favorites of the past four years since I started the show. Below are the episodes (and links) mentioned to feed your wanderlust. Download them all! Links Mentioned on Today's Show: 5 Most Popular ATA Episodes: El Camino de Santiago, France and Spain Interview with Umberto of Follow the Camino New Zealand (three part series) 5 Favorites Adventure Episodes that Kit has done: New Zealand (see links above) West Highland Way, Scotland Bhutan Part II - Hiking the Druk Trek 5 Favorites Adventure Episodes that Kit wants to go on: 5 Places not yet covered on ATA that Kit wants to go on: Greece Ireland Columbia Indonesia (coming fall 2021) Poland 5 Most Popular Non-destination shows: How to Train for Adventure Travel Save 10% on Online Custom Personal Training! Adventure Travel Planning Guide Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Ecuador Volcano and Amazon Jungle Adventures | 21 Oct 2021 | 00:51:27 | |
Discover why Ecuador is considered the adventure capital of South America! Hike under waterfalls, bike down one of the world's highest active volcanoes. Go for a horseback ride in the heights of Rumiñahui. Get a thrill on the famous treehouse swing over the cliff of Baños. Hike the virgin Amazon rainforest and the fertile highlands surrounded by 'The Valley of Volcanoes'. And take a break to soak in hot springs. Whether as an add on adventure to your Galapagos exploration, or as a stand alone trip, be sure to add an Ecuador adventure to your bucket list! Contact Kit for a special discount Promo Code for this or any Active Adventures or Austin Adventures multi-day tour! COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your Ecuador adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about hiking, biking, taking the Tree Swing and horseback riding in the Amazon Jungle and on the volcanoes. For the Galapagos adventure, click HERE. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Galapagos Hiking and Snorkeling Adventures | 07 Oct 2021 | 00:43:13 | |
Today we'll explore a land-based Galapagos adventure - away from the busy ship-based tours! You'll visit several Galapagos islands and learn about the incredible animals, landscape and the history. We will hike the volcanos and snorkel the shores - even with sharks (but don't worry... they don't bite)! We will learn about the Darwin research center and some of the history of this fascinating area. This is definitely a Bucket List adventure to add to your list! COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about hiking, backpacking, and paddle packing Isle Royale National Park. Email me for an exclusive Active Adventures $200 off Promo Code good for this or any of Active's exciting adventure travel tours! Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Isle Royale National Park | 16 Sep 2021 | 01:04:33 | |
On today's podcast, we learn all about Isle Royale National Park and why it's the most REVISITED US NATIONAL PARK in the Lower 48, even though it's the least visited park! Join Kit as she backpacks this rugged island that gets only 19,000 visitors each year. You can also paddle pack among the 70 interior islands, and Kit discusses this as well. You'll learn about the history, the flora and fauna as well as the geological creation of this island archipelago and Lake Superior of this rugged land, plus the best way to get to Isle Royale. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about hiking, backpacking, and paddle packing Isle Royale National Park. LINKS MENTIONED: Safety in Bear Country (good info for moose, too:) Backcountry Portable Water Treatment What To Do if You Get Lost in the Woods Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| BIG news in the Adventure Travel World Plus Travel Today | 09 Sep 2021 | 00:47:23 | |
In this special bonus episode, Kit interviews Wendy van Lieshout, CEO of Active Adventures, about the merger with Austin Adventures. Plus, we discuss travel today in the post vaccine world of covid. In addition to the merger, we discuss possible vaccine passports, why using a tour company may be more important than ever, and general insights about travel in this crazy new world. The merger of these two great adventure travel companies creates some cool shared features:
"We were created in different countries, yet our companies have very similar stories. Each business is like a family – now we've just created one bigger family!" Dan Austin, Founder of US-based Austin Adventures Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Raft the Colorado River thru Canyonlands National Park | 02 Sep 2021 | 00:53:51 | |
Paddle the Colorado River for six days through Canyonlands National Park's famous Cataract Canyon. On this relaxing vacation, you can paddle or simply ride along in the dory as you choose each day! Plus, in calm waters, you can SUP and others, kayak the smaller rapids! Stretch your legs on the many optional day hikes through this impressive canyon along the Colorado River before it hits Lake Powell. This trip isn't hard to book, like the Grand Canyon's trip, plus it takes less than a week instead over over two weeks! Kit interviews popular travel blogger Sherry Ott of Ottsworld.com about her recent paddling adventure with O.A.R.S. We'll hear what it was like and what to expect to see if this holiday should be added to your travel list. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links to boondocking sites, photos and more cool info Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| North and South Dakota, Apostle Islands , Lake Superior and more | 19 Aug 2021 | 00:57:06 | |
Sophie Diaries: Camper Van Road Trip through the Dakotas to Lake Superior Kit continues her adventures in "Sophie", her converted Mercedes Sprinter camper van. On today's show, we visit the Black Hills of South Dakota, Theodore Roosevelt National Park and Graham Island State Park in North Dakota, the western coastline of Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands. Learn about these destinations plus get insight into what it's like to travel in a camper van. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Links Mentioned on Today's Show: Theodore Roosevelt National Park Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Hike Japan's North Island of Hokkaido | 05 Aug 2021 | 00:37:37 | |
Hike the rugged North Island of Japan, Hoikkado and avoid the crowds of more touristy parts of Japan. Kit interviews Rick and Susan about their beautiful hiking adventure on this little known part of Japan. Earlier, they shared their Bolivia and Peru adventures, so be sure to check that show out. On today's show, we learn what to expect if you go on a Hoikkado Japan hiking tour : what you'll see and eat, how to use an onsen (traditional Japanese bath), when to go and more. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important details and links for planning your Hokkaido adventure, photos and more cool info. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Training for Adventure Travel | 29 Jul 2021 | 00:32:04 | |
Listen in as Kit chats with online personal trainer Becki Rupp of Trailblazer Wellness about how to plan and tweak your adventure travel training program when life gets in the way. You want to make sure you enjoy your adventure, maximize your chances of success while minimizing your chance of injury. So its best to train your mind and body ahead of time. On today's show, we eavesdrop on Kit's consultation and learn ways to adapt when your schedule doesn't quite mesh with the plan. Becki also shares important tips on training in general and how she works with clients online individually and in groups to help them prepare for their adventurous dream trips. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links to boondocking sites, photos and more cool info Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Links mentioned on today's show: Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:)
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| Understanding and Buying Travel Insurance | 07 Aug 2025 | 00:53:03 | |
Learn the nuances of buying travel insurance so you're actually covered for unforeseen accidents, delays, sickness, theft and more. Many claims are denied because people don't understand their policy. Don't make that mistake and learn what to buy. On today's show you'll learn WHY and HOW to buy travel insurance, what it generally covers before and during your trip, and how to make a claim. Travel Insurance quote: Get a quick quote and compare policies and prices WITHOUT giving them any identifiable information unless you choose to buy. Why Buy Travel Insurance?You buy holiday insurance to help mitigate some of the losses you face when your holiday doesn't go as planned, especially through no fault of your own. Without insurance, you can be out a significant amount of cash for bookings you are no longer able to use. The Best Travel insurance can cover things: Before your trip:
Get FREE Travel Planners, Checklists and Packing Lists for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. ******* EMAIL ME FOR PROMO DISCOUNT CODES***** Saily Affordable eSIM Overseas Mobile Phone Plans - No need to insert a physical SIM card when you travel. Buy just the data you need to avoid expensive roaming charges. Use Promo Code SPECIAL5 to save 5% Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks! Amazon Kit's Picks Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest (C) Active Travel Adventures, LLC - All Rights Reserved
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| Hiking Colorado - The Sophie Diaries | 15 Jul 2021 | 00:49:45 | |
Hike and explore springtime in Colorado as Kit and 'Sophie', her converted Sprinter cargo van, visit Dolores, Cortez, Durango, Salida, Colorado Springs, Denver and Rocky Mountain National Park. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Hike the West Highland Way of Scotland | 01 Jul 2021 | 00:54:28 | |
Learn about Scotland's most popular 96 mile long distance trail in today's interview with Phil who, with his wife, walked this beautiful trail. We will hear what you'll see and learn what advice Phil has for those interested to see if this is an adventure you'd like to do. Kit also walked the West Highland Way in 2017, so she adds her two cents, too. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links to help plan your West Highland Way adventure, plus see photos and more info. You can also listen to Kit's own WHW adventure on the Show Notes link as well. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here.
Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Hike and Bike Southern Utah | 17 Jun 2021 | 00:52:35 | |
Kit heads to magical southern Utah to explore not just its fantastic National Parks, but also some lesser known areas, as she continues her USA camper van road trip in "Sophie". Learn about cool destinations and what Kit has learned about road tripping - both good and bad - along with tips to make your next road trip more pleasant. LINKS MENTIONED ON TODAY'S EPISODE: Wildland Trekking [ Use Promo Code ATA75] Active Adventures [Email Kit for Promo Code] Red Cliffs Lodge Moab UT Rim Tours [ Mountain biking guided tours Moab] Utah's Mighty 5 National Parks ATA episode #90 Teton National Park ATA episode #52 Olympic National Park ATA episode #26 Hike Sedona ATA episode #88 Boondocking Adventure Travel Show Podcast #34 Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks!
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| Hike Utah's 'Mighty 5' National Parks | 03 Jun 2021 | 01:12:30 | |
Discover the extraordinary landscape of Utah's "Mighty 5" National Parks! We visit Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks, plus the cool town of Moab. Our guest, Ally, tells us about her hiking adventure with ATA affiliate Active Adventures [BONUS: Email Kit to get an exclusive Discount Promo Code to save on your Utah or any Active tour!] Get complete details, see photos and more on the SHOW NOTES HERE. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks!
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| Hiking the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff and Northern Arizona | 20 May 2021 | 00:59:00 | |
The Sophie Diaries : May 2021 Join Kit as she explores the incredible landscapes of Northern Arizona! We hike and/or bike the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff and Sedona. We boondock in the Cococino and Prescott National Forest. Follow along as Kit learns how to travel and live in her converter camper van, "Sophie". Get tips on camper van travel and learn from Kit's mistakes. Support this show at no additional cost to you by shopping Amazon on this link.
Other Active Travel Adventures episodes mentioned in today's show: Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks!
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| Hike the Red Rock Canyons of Sedona | 06 May 2021 | 00:38:43 | |
Hike the red rock canyons of mystical Sedona on today's show. Learn what you need to know about exploring this stunning landscape. Join Kit as she hikes these magical canyons with ATA affiliate Wildland Trekking on their base camp Sedona adventure. Use Promo Code ATA75 on any multi-day Wildland adventure! You'll be helping to support the show while saving $$$! COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See photos and important links to plan your Sedona adventure. Get FREE Travel Planners for all Active Travel Adventures episodes (plus each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks! SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest | |||
| USA Camper Van Road Trip - Appalachian Mountain Towns | 15 Apr 2021 | 00:45:46 | |
Sophie Diaries: USA Camper Van Road Trip NC>VA Kit heads out on the road again in "Sophie", her 2011 converted Sprinter van. In today's episode, we explore the Appalachian mountain areas of NC, VA and TN. Learn what it's like to take a camping road trip, what Kit has learned, often by trial and error, on how to make the best of the situation in traveling in a van without a set agenda. Links mentioned: Adventure Travel Show Podcast: Boondocking (= Camp for FREE!) Active Travel Adventures Podcast: Baja Mexico and the Day of the Dead Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks! SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| Hiking the Grand Canyon | 01 Apr 2021 | 01:15:23 | |
Grand Canyon Show Notes Kits interviews Mary, a 70 year old woman who has hiked the Grand Canyon down and back 142 times - most recently last November. Who better to learn the in's and out's of hiking this incredible canyon - in fact, learn great hiking tips in general, from a woman who has hiked the canyon for the last five decades. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links to hiking the Grand Canyon, photos and more cool info On today's episode we cover:
Links Mentioned: Active Travel Adventures podcasts: Adventure Travel Show podcasts: How to Choose a Portable Water Treatment System Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks! SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the "How to's of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest
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| 2022 Travel with Me PLUS USA Camper Van Travel Now | 18 Mar 2021 | 00:56:37 | |
There are two segments in today's show. First we talk about traveling together to Central and South America in 2022, and then we discuss US Camper Van travel in "Sophie", my 2011 Sprinter Conversion. We head to Hagan-Stone County Park and Hanging Rock State Park in NC before arriving in Roanoke, VA. TRAVEL WITH ME! Since I travel solo, sometimes (frankly, a LOT of times) it gets lonely. Since so many of you expressed interest in going with me to Costa Rica, I thought you might be interested in joining me on some of my other adventures.
* Galapagos "Tortuga" August 5-14, 2022 * Ecuador "Tapir" August 14-20, 2022 * Machu Picchu "Jaguar" October 2-11, 2022 * Patagonia "Condor" November 9 - 22, 2022 The Galapagos, Ecuador, Machu Picchu and Patagonia trips are booked through my affiliate Active Adventures [Write to me for a special ATA Promo Code to save $200!]. Get information here. Be sure to tell them that you want to go on the same tour as Kit in case they are running simultaneous tours and so that I ge credit, which at no additional cost to you, helps to defray some of my costs of production - thanks! If you are nervous about booking due to Covid, or ANY reason, Active offers a very generous Active Assurance program. This allows you to change your mind up to 30 days in advance, and get a refund except for your 100% fully transferable $500 deposit. You can even change which tour, which dates and even who's using the deposit. You can't lose! LINKS MENTIONED: Reserve America - To make park camping reservations John C. Campbell Folk Art School, NC Adventure Travel Show Podcast: Lightning Safety Tips for Hikers Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks! The Podcasts: https://activetraveladventures.com https://adventuretravelshowpodcast.com Subscribe to the Podcasts: CONNECT WITH ME! | |||
| Hike the Camino de Costa Rica Part II | 04 Mar 2021 | 00:46:39 | |
Hike the Camino de Costa Rica! Part II: The Logistics Costa Rica has a new long distance trail that runs from the Caribbean (Atlantic) to the Pacific Ocean. This 16 day, 280 km/175 mi trail takes you through five ecosystems and more than a dozen rural villages not seen by most tourists. In fact, the Costa Rica Camino is helping these locals afford to stay in their beloved home towns because they are feeding and housing the thru hikers, and even starting new businesses with optional excursions and classes! It's a "Win-Win" for hikers AND locals! But the trail is still new and the infrastructure is just being fleshed out. On today's show (Part I of a two part series), we learn what we will see and experience. In Part I, we learn about the trail itself...what you see and do. You can see photos, download Part I, and get complete details on the SHOW NOTE HERE. Get FREE Travel Planners! Get access to ALL Active Travel Adventures Travel Planners (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners from the show PLUS all downloads from the companion "How To' podcast, the Adventure Travel Show. No spam promise - unsubscribe anytime. Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks!
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| How to Cross Rivers Safely While Hiking | 31 Jul 2025 | 00:32:20 | |
Learn how to safely cross rivers while hiking with expert tips on gear, technique, and decision-making. Avoid one of the top causes of trail deaths with these essential tips. Crossing rivers may not seem as frightening as bears or lightning—but it's the most dangerous part of many wilderness hikes. Drowning is the #1 cause of death in U.S. national parks and river crossings are a major threat on trails like the PCT and Appalachian Trail.
COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See details and more infor about today's show. Get FREE Travel Planners, Checklists and Packing Lists for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. ******* EMAIL ME FOR PROMO DISCOUNT CODES***** Saily Affordable eSIM Overseas Mobile Phone Plans - No need to insert a physical SIM card when you travel. Buy just the data you need to avoid expensive roaming charges. Use Promo Code SPECIAL5 to save 5% Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks! Amazon Kit's Picks Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account. Even if you don't purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you'll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest (C) Active Travel Adventures, LLC - All Rights Reserved
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| Hike the Costa Rica Coast to Coast Camino | 18 Feb 2021 | 00:50:46 | |
Hike the Camino de Costa Rica! Costa Rica has a new long distance trail that runs from the Caribbean (Atlantic) to the Pacific Ocean. This 16 day, 280 km/175 mi trail takes you through five ecosystems and more than a dozen rural villages not seen by most tourists. In fact, the Costa Rica Camino is helping these locals afford to stay in their beloved home towns because they are feeding and housing the thru hikers, and even starting new businesses with optional excursions and classes! It's a "Win-Win" for hikers AND locals! But the trail is still new and the infrastructure is just being fleshed out. On today's show (Part I of a two part series), we learn what we will see and experience, and in Part II, we will learn more of the logistics. You can see photos, download Part II, and get complete details on the SHOW NOTE HERE. Get FREE Travel Planners! Get access to ALL Active Travel Adventures Travel Planners (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners from the show PLUS all downloads from the companion "How To' podcast, the Adventure Travel Show. No spam promise - unsubscribe anytime. Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks!
Subscribe to the Podcasts! Both shows are available for free on all podcast apps or directly from the websites.
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| Gorilla Trekking Uganda | 04 Feb 2021 | 00:41:11 | |
Kit interviews Wendy Lee from the popular travel blog Empty Nesters Hit The Road about her experience trekking Uganda seeking mountain gorillas, found only in the wild (there are none in captivity). We learn about trekking for gorillas in Uganda versus Rwanda, when to go, what to wear, how hard it is and what to expect on this engaging interview. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links to planning your African gorilla trekking adventure, see photos and get more info. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks!
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| Best Travel Podcasts for 2021 | 28 Jan 2021 | 00:14:11 | |
Third annual list of the 25 Best Travel Podcasts to listen to in the coming year. Host Kit Parks showcases the best in travel podcasts. Learn travel tips, destination and adventure ideas, travel hacks and industry trends and news. Discover new shows to add to your library. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES See important links to boondocking sites, photos and more cool info Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!). Get the monthly newsletter here. Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance: Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies - no need to give any identifying information unless you decide to buy! The best way to find the right policy for your adventures. Train For Your Adventure Ask Becki at Trailblazer Wellness to customize an at home, online personal training program for your upcoming adventure using whatever equipment you already have! You'll get phone consultations, instruction videos and a plan to give you the best chance of success. Becki offers a FREE initial phone consultation to see if you are a good fit. AND she offers ATA listeners a 10% discount! Buy Me a Beer Want to support the program? You can always buy me a coffee or beer - thanks!
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