GoNOMAD Travel Podcast

Take a few minutes to travel the world with The GoNOMAD Travel Podcast. Brought to you by the long-running GoNOMAD travel website, The GoNOMAD Travel Podcast brings you audio stories from destinations around the globe. It's short-form... 3-7 minute long episodes. No jarring AM radio-style theme songs, no ads, just an interesting short travel story and some food for thought, from editor Max Hartshorne. Fun! While you're planning your next trip or travel adventure, download and listen to The GoNOMAD Travel Podcast. GoNomad is part of the Voyascape Travel Network & you can find more of our travel podcasts from around the world at https://voyascape.com/

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  Episode #246

  Beyond the Beach: Discovering Southern Belize

  Aug 20, 20266 minS2

  Episode Summary: Southern Belize is often overlooked by travelers who arrive expecting beaches, reef trips, and resort life. In this episode, Max explores the part of Belize that doesn’t fit neatly into the brochure — a region defined by small coastal villages, Garifuna culture, Maya communities, rainforest rivers, and a pace that encourages travelers to slow down and pay attention. Check out the new Smart Travel Podcast This episode is supported by Smart Travel a new podcast from Nerd Wallet. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Follow Smart Travel wherever you get your podcasts. Smart Travel Podcast What We Cover in This Episode Placencia — A 16‑mile peninsula where beach life meets easy access to waterfalls, jungle, and reef. Walkable, social, and a practical starting point for first‑time visitors. Laughing Bird Caye — A protected reef habitat just offshore, offering some of the best accessible snorkeling in the south. Maya Beach & Seine Bight — Two very different communities north of Placencia, each with its own rhythm and identity. Hopkins — A small Garifuna village where drumming, food, language, and daily life form a living culture. Cooking lessons, drumming sessions, and slow conversations reveal more than any tour. Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary — Inland rainforest, rivers, and wildlife within reach of Hopkins. Toledo & Punta Gorda (PG) — Belize’s southernmost district and town, home to Maya, Garifuna, and East Indian communities. Markets, cacao, fishing, river trips, and Maya sites like Lubaantun show a side of Belize far removed from resort corridors. Why the South Matters — It’s not remote from culture or daily life — only from crowds. Travelers who rush through miss the region’s depth. Those who slow down understand it. Key Takeaways Belize is not one place with one personality. Each region has its own pace and relationship with visitors. Southern Belize rewards travelers who move beyond the familiar beach‑and‑reef itinerary. Placencia offers balance, Hopkins offers culture, and Toledo offers time and space. Licensed local guides are essential for reef trips, rivers, wildlife areas, and archaeological sites. Respect local communities: ask before photographing people, carry cash for small businesses, and learn the names of the villages you pass through. Guest Mentioned Will Mitchell, Regional Owner of RE/MAX Belize, who has spent nearly 15 years living in Belize and traveling the country extensively. Please contact Will Mitchell and visit his Belize website. Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape Podcast Network For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape Ads .

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  Episode #246

  Road Tripping the Western Cape, South Africa

  Aug 13, 20266 minS2

  Check out the new Smart Travel Podcast This episode is supported by Smart Travel a new podcast from Nerd Wallet. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Follow Smart Travel wherever you get your podcasts. Smart Travel Podcast SHOW NOTES — GoNOMAD Travel Podcast — Hosted by Max Hartshorne Featuring Senior Writer Chin Liang & guest Reint Grobler of Harvest Table Bistro Episode Overview Today we head to South Africa’s Western Cape — but not the version most travelers think they know. Yes, Cape Town is spectacular, but this episode is all about the offbeat , the gritty , the authentic experiences that lie just beyond the city limits. Chin Liang sits down with Reint Grobler, owner of Harvest Table Bistro in Wolseley, to map out a road trip filled with spice‑laden cooking lessons, quad‑bike adrenaline, whitewashed fishing villages, tractor‑powered wine tastings, and a safari just two hours from Cape Town. What You’ll Hear in This Episode A Craft Distillery That Feels Like a Science Lab Reint recommends starting at Pienaar & Son , a small‑batch distillery at the V&A Waterfront Cruise Terminal. It’s “ science meets spirit ,” with gins inspired by the Cape’s history — like the cucumber‑and‑cardamom “Empire” gin and the spicy‑sweet “Orient.” Cooking Safari in Bo‑Kaap Walk the colorful streets of Bo‑Kaap, then step into a family home for a hands‑on Cape Malay cooking workshop. You’ll learn to fold samosas, mix masalas, and knead your own roti before sitting down for a communal feast. “YOU WILL LEARN THE ART OF FOLDING THE PERFECT SAMOSA AND THE SECRET TO A BALANCED CAPE MALAY CURRY.” Quad‑Biking the Atlantis Sand Dunes Twelve square miles of shifting white dunes, the Atlantic on one side, Table Mountain on the other — a visceral, high‑speed way to feel the West Coast’s raw geography. Paternoster: A Greek‑Style Fishing Village on the Cape Strict building codes keep every house whitewashed with blue trim. Eat fresh rock lobster straight from the wooden boats and breathe in the cold West Coast air. A Safari Without Flying to Kruger Aquila and Inverdoorn Game Reserves offer a full Big Five experience in the semi‑arid Ceres Karoo — lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, buffalo — plus unforgettable stargazing if you stay overnight. Paarl’s Granite Dome & Afrikaans Language Monument Explore wine farms, legendary brandy distilleries, and the striking monument that honors the Afrikaans language. The Wine Tractor in Devon Valley Skip the bus. Ride an open‑air tractor between vineyards, sipping Chenin Blancs and Pinotages while the Stellenbosch mountains glow in the afternoon sun. Bain’s Kloof Pass: The Ultimate Sunday Road Trip A dry‑stone engineering masterpiece from 1853, winding through cliffs, mountain pools, and the gateway to the Breede River Valley. A Traditional South African Sunday Lunch Reint’s own Harvest Table Bistro serves slow‑roasted meats, fresh vegetables, rustic sides, and baked pudding — the heart of Cape Country hospitality. “A GENEROUS SERVING OF SLOW‑ROASTED MEATS, FRESH VEGETABLES AND RUSTIC SIDES…” Travel Tips from Reint Rent a car — South Africans drive on the left. Uber and Bolt are widely available. Best seasons: Autumn and Spring . Best time for wildflowers and fynbos: September to November . Listen & Subscribe Apple Podcasts Voyascape: https://voyascape.com https://ceresrestaurants.co.za/ https://www.facebook.com/winterbergmountaininn/ Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world’s best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape Podcast Network For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape Ads .

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  Episode #245

  In the Realm of the Spirit Bear in British Columbia

  Aug 6, 20266 minS2

  Show Notes and Episode Overview In this episode, we travel deep into British Columbia’s Great Bear Rainforest — a 6.4‑million‑hectare expanse of fjords, islands, river estuaries, and ancient forest — to witness one of the planet’s rarest animals: the white‑furred Kermode bear, known to the Kitasoo Xai’xais Nation as the Spirit Bear . Fewer than 150 are believed to exist, making any encounter feel improbable, almost mythical. Our guest, travel writer James Ross, recounts his journey aboard the historic tugboat MV Swell , an intimate expedition vessel operated by Maple Leaf Adventures. His story takes us from the docks of Kitimat into remote estuaries, salmon‑choked creeks, and wildlife‑rich channels where bears, whales, sea lions, and otters animate one of Earth’s most dynamic ecosystems. Key Moments from the Episode The Search for the Spirit Bear James describes the quiet, reverent approach to Riordan Creek on Gribbell Island, guided by Marvin Robinson of the Kitasoo Xai’xais Nation. The group waits silently on viewing platforms as the last salmon fight upstream — a ritual that draws bears from the forest. Then it happens. A pale figure emerges from the trees: “A bear suddenly appeared, its creamy fur luminous against the dark shoreline.” The Spirit Bear moves with deliberate grace, fishing with what James calls “an old ceremony,” lifting her head with a salmon in her jaws as water streams from her muzzle. She glances toward the group — aware, but unbothered — before returning to the hunt. A Brush with Black Bears Upstream, James encounters a black bear sow and cub approaching within ten feet. Marvin’s advice: stay calm. The bears pass by, focused entirely on salmon. It’s a moment of exhilaration and humility in the presence of wild animals. Life Aboard the Swell The Swell becomes home for the eight‑day voyage — a restored 88‑foot tugboat with six cabins and a crew of five, including a whale scientist and a South African chef. Days unfold with kayaking, wildlife viewing, gourmet meals, and nights spent anchored under star‑filled skies. Wildlife Everywhere The rainforest reveals its full cast: Grizzlies feeding in river estuaries River otters slipping through shallows Seals and sea lions hauled out on rocks Pods of dolphins surfing the bow Bald eagles, osprey, goshawks, murrelets, auklets, turnstones, shearwaters, cormorants Humpback whales bubble‑net feeding Orcas surrounding a sea lion colony in a dramatic natural standoff James recalls the crew calling it “whale soup.” Conservation and the Future of the Rainforest The Great Bear Rainforest was nearly lost to industrial logging. Its protection came through a rare alliance between conservationists, Indigenous communities, and the timber industry — “one of the most significant conservation successes in modern Canadian history.” But new threats loom: increased tanker traffic, noise, and ship strikes in whale feeding grounds. The balance between land and sea remains fragile. A Journey That Stays With You As the Swell heads toward Bella Bella on the final morning, James watches sea otters drifting in kelp, mothers cradling pups on their bellies. He closes with a sentiment that defines the episode: “I knew this was one journey I would carry with me long after it ended.” About Maple Leaf Adventures Maple Leaf Adventures offers small‑ship expedition cruises throughout coastal British Columbia and Alaska. Their philosophy: “People protect what they love, and you can’t love something until you’ve experienced it.” Learn more at MapleLeafAdventures.com or call 1‑888‑599‑5323 . Guest James Ross — travel, outdoor adventure, and ranch writer based in Muskoka, Ontario.

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  Episode #244

  Private Railcar Travel with Halloway

  Jul 30, 20265 minS2

  Show Notes on Private Railcar Travel, with Halloway. Traveling on a private train from Chicago to Emeryville offers a unique experience, blending luxury with nostalgia. Halloway Travel is making private rail travel possible for anyone. This journey emphasizes the importance of slowing down and appreciating the scenery as it unfolds along the route. Dining aboard the train is a communal affair where conversations flow and connections are made with fellow passengers. The journey allows travelers to witness the vast landscapes of America, offering a different perspective compared to air travel. Holloway's private train experience highlights the comfort and attentiveness of staff, enhancing the overall travel experience. The Chicago to Emeryville expedition serves as a reminder of the joy of travel, focusing on the journey rather than just the destination. It costs $45,000 for the train trip. Halloway Journeys, private railcar travels

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  Episode #243

  Caviar Before Coach with PS Miami

  Jul 21, 20265 minS2

  Show Notes Caviar on the Ground, Coach in the Air: Inside the $1,300 PS Concierge Terminal in Miami In this episode, Max dives into one of the most surreal, over‑the‑top travel experiences available to regular commercial passengers: PS , the luxury private terminal that lets you skip the airport entirely and board your flight from the tarmac like an A‑lister. Travel columnist Dawn Gilbertson of The Wall Street Journal spent $1,300 to test the brand‑new PS Miami facility, and her story is a wild ride through a world where caviar, chauffeured Suburbans, and private TSA checkpoints collide with basic‑economy boarding passes. What we cover in this episode How PS works — and why travelers never step inside the actual airport The private TSA checkpoint two miles from Miami International Riding across the airfield in a PS Suburban and boarding via the jetbridge stairs The “salon” vs. the $5,000 suites (yes, with free Apple accessories and minibars) Champagne and caviar service, Cubano sandwiches, and the Centurion Quiet Reserve cocktail Why tipping at a luxury terminal feels strange The joy and guilt of entering a commercial jet from the baggage‑handler door Whether this service is worth the money — and who it’s really for A few standout moments from Dawn’s reporting “Seconds later, I was through security and riding in a Chevy Suburban with ‘P/S’ stamped on the side.” “I never set foot inside the airport.” Her visit included a 15‑minute private ride across the airfield, a gift bag, and the rare privilege of boarding an American Airlines 737 from the jetbridge door normally used by ramp workers. It’s commercial flying… but with a Hollywood twist. Why this matters for travelers PS is expanding fast — Miami, Dallas/Fort Worth, Atlanta, and Los Angeles — and it’s part of a growing trend: travelers paying for friction‑free airport experiences without going full private‑jet. Whether you’re curious, tempted, or just want to hear how the other half travels, this episode gives you the inside scoop. Listen & Subscribe Apple Podcasts: Voyascape Podcasts: https://voyascape.com/podcasts

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