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Episode 48: Snorkeling & SCUBA Diving in Southeast Asia

Many parts of Southeast Asia are famous for snorkeling and SCUBA diving. There are few parts of the world with as many great areas to get your face and body under the water than over... Read More

Episode 47: Trekking the Great Himalaya Trail with Robin Boustead

Nepal is famous for having the world’s highest peaks, the Himalayas, and most travelers know the country is a hotspot for trekking, and likely have such a trip on their bucket list. But Nepal and... Read More

Episode 46: Dream Travel Destinations 2

The world is a big place, but air travel, opening borders, and less restrictive visa requirements have made it easier for travelers, in effect making the world a much smaller place. In December 2014 we shared some... Read More

Episode 45: Out There Asian Adventures with Ric Gazarian

Today we feature a real adventurer: someone pushing the envelope of creativity in travel and transportation, going above and beyond the beaten path. Many people take at least one trip per year, then spend the rest of... Read More

Episode 44: Great Day Hikes in Asia

Enjoy these notes about Great Day Hikes in Asia, then listen to the episode, which includes additional details and witty banter from your hosts Scott Coates and Trevor Ranges. For a Google Map of the... Read More

Episode 43: Adventure Travel in Asia with John Roberts, Mei Zhang, and Willem Niemeijer

Episode 42: Travel Guides, Online Resources, and Mobile Apps

Where and how we travel has changed dramatically over the last couple decades. What’s changed at an even faster pace is the way we plan our trips and the tools we use. Just a few... Read More

Episode 41: Traveling North Korea with Geoffrey Cain

Seoul-based journalist Geoffrey Cain enjoyed an 11-day excursion to North Korea – as a tourist, since journalists are generally restricted from visiting the reclusive nation – traveling by train from Pyongyang to the more remote... Read More

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