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October 11th - How the car park fire at Luton Airport is affecting flights
At around 9pm on the 10th October, a car catching fire in a car park at London Luton Airport quickly engulfed the car park, subsuming other cars park…
2 years, 7 months ago
October 10th - The Tel Aviv Flight Debate: Safety or Gamble?
Today, I, Simon Calder, discuss airlines' decisions to continue flying to Tel Aviv amidst regional tensions. How do major carriers weigh safety again…
2 years, 7 months ago
October 9th - Travel Implications Amidst Israel-Hamas Conflict
In the midst of the escalating events between Hamas and Israel, I discuss the unfolding repercussions for travellers. From recent travel advisories t…
2 years, 7 months ago
October 6th - From Paris With... Bed Bugs?
My final podcast of the week is about the travel itch. And not in a good way. I tackle the apparent infestation of bedbugs in Paris, and what your ri…
2 years, 7 months ago
October 5th - Navigating the £36bn Transport Shift
In this episode, I unpack the government's bold move to redirect £36bn from HS2 to other transport projects across the North and Midlands. From new r…
2 years, 7 months ago
October 4th - End of the line for HS2
Yes, it’s another rail strike day in England. I’m at London Waterloo, normally the busiest rail station in the UK. Train drivers belonging to the Asl…
2 years, 7 months ago
October 3rd - The HS2 Debacle: Hopes, Hypes, and Harsh Realities
In this episode, Simon Calder shares his observations and insights on the High-Speed 2 (HS2) project from his usual spot at Euston station. Reflectin…
2 years, 7 months ago
October 2nd - Hiking Highs: Tales from the Pyrenean Trail
In this episode, Simon Calder takes listeners on a journey from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean. Along the way, he encounters trail markers, rustic…
2 years, 7 months ago
September 29th - Rail Disruption Resumes Amid Union Strikes
Join me, Simon Calder, as I navigate the rail disruptions causing upheaval across England. Dive deep into the ongoing tussle between the Aslef union …
2 years, 7 months ago
September 28th - A visit to Le Volcan in Le Havre and another exquisite library tour
Another day, another spectacular library. This one is the hulk at the heart of Le Havre, the French port just 100 miles south of Portsmouth. It is pa…
2 years, 7 months ago