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The Travel Expert with Simon Calder

The Travel Expert with Simon Calder

The Telegraph
Società e Cultura

Join veteran travel journalist Simon Calder for an exciting new adventure - The Travel Expert, a new weekly podcast from the Telegraph.


Alongside fellow travel writer Greg Dickinson, Simon will explore destinations from the Alps to Zanzibar, plus the inside track on the latest travel news - and importantly, how it all affects your next trip. 


And Simon and Greg will answer your burning questions, from the cheapest ways to travel around Greece to whether airline points are really worth it. 


Unpack the biggest stories shaping the world of travel, every Friday - with The Travel Expert.

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17 - Michael Palin on the Philippines, over-tourism and his Python-era travel tales
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  • 17 - Michael Palin on the Philippines, over-tourism and his Python-era travel tales

    This week, Simon Calder and Greg Dickinson are joined by the legendary Sir Michael Palin to discuss his latest adventures in the Philippines, his close encounter with the Chinese coastguard in the South China Sea, and his memorable, last-minute meeting with President Bongbong Marcos.


    From his iconic journeys in Around the World in 80 Days to his favourite Python-era travel tales, Michael reflects on a lifetime of exploration, the realities of roughing it off the beaten track, and how travel has changed in a hyper-connected world.


    Plus, the team explores his career as a trailblazing presenter, his routine as a committed diarist, and his happy places in the UK and beyond.


    Send your questions to thetravelexpert@telegraph.co.uk.


    Let The Telegraph Travel newsletter from Simon Calder be your guide to inspiring destinations at home and around the globe. Every week, Simon and our team of experts will send you the latest news, features, opinion and advice. Sign up here.


    Video Producer: Carla Mercer

    Producer: Georgia Coan

    Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

    Head of Travel: Ben Ross

    Studio Operator: Meghan Searle


    Highlights:

    Python to the Philippines: Michael Palin on a lifetime of trailblazing travelOvertourism & extreme travel: Is there pressure to go further off the beaten track?


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    Fri, 18 Sep 2026 - 45min
  • 16 - How 9/11 reshaped travel forever and what the future holds for airport security

    This week as a catastrophic air traffic control meltdown disrupted 300,000 travel plans, Simon Calder and Greg Dickinson discuss whether regular aviation chaos is the new normal. Greg takes us behind the scenes to the highly secure NATS headquarters, and Simon proposes an ingenious camp-bed solution to rescue stranded passengers.


    Plus, 25 years on from the tragic events of 9/11, we reflect on how that day permanently reshaped aviation and airport security. From the introduction of liquid rules and reinforced cockpit doors to the surprising rise of Ryanair in the aftermath, we discuss the legacy of these changes and look ahead to the future of biometrics and relaxed rules at the gate.


    And finally the team answers your travel questions. This week one listener is on the hunt for an accessibility-friendly summer birthday destination in Portugal next year, and Greg and Simon share their top three South American countries to visit.


    Send your questions to thetravelexpert@telegraph.co.uk.


    Let The Telegraph Travel newsletter from Simon Calder be your guide to inspiring destinations at home and around the globe. Every week, Simon and our team of experts will send you the latest news, features, opinion and advice. Sign up here.


    Video Producer: Carla Mercer

    Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

    Head of Travel: Ben Ross

    Studio Operator: Meghan Searle


    Highlights:

    Air traffic chaos: Is it time to get used to regular ATC meltdowns?25 years since 9/11: How the tragedy reshaped travel and what the future holds for airport security


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    Fri, 11 Sep 2026 - 30min
  • 15 - North vs. South: Settling the ultimate staycation debate

    Following a major cybersecurity breach at Manchester Airport, Greg and Simon discuss whether it’s ever truly safe to log on to airport Wi-Fi - and the essential steps you must take to avoid “juice jacking” while charging your devices on the go.


    And is September still the bargain travel time we all hope it is, or are prices finally catching up to the peak summer rush? We break down the latest data to see if your autumn escape is still a steal.


    In the second half of the show, we settle the great English debate: where exactly is the North-South divide? We’re joined by the Telegraph’s Rosa Silverman to fight it out - from coastal gems like Whitby vs. Whitstable to the best city breaks in the country - to decide which half of the UK should host your next trip.


    As ever, the team tackles your travel questions – this week, a reader's search for the perfect solo getaway in November. 


    Send your questions to thetravelexpert@telegraph.co.uk.


    Let The Telegraph Travel newsletter from Simon Calder be your guide to inspiring destinations at home and around the globe. Every week, Simon and our team of experts will send you the latest news, features, opinion and advice. Sign up here: http://telegraph.co.uk/travelnewsletter


    Video Producer: Carla Mercer

    Producer: Georgia Coan

    Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

    Head of Travel: Ben Ross

    Studio Operator: Chris January


    Highlights:

    North vs. South: Which half of England is better for your next UK staycation?The death of the shoulder season: Are cheap autumn holidays finally extinct?


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    Fri, 04 Sep 2026 - 28min
  • 14 - Exposed: The terrifying risk of lithium batteries exploding on planes

    Following a high-stakes experiment at a laboratory in Warwick, Greg reveals why airlines are so terrified of lithium battery fires - and the essential safety rules you need to know before you fly.


    Plus, we explore the world’s first round-the-world holiday by private jet. At £173,000, we discuss whether it’s the ultimate bucket-list trip, or if there are far more affordable ways to see the globe without the six-figure budget.


    And, dealing with a potential "passport catastrophe" for travel between Britain and Ireland, this week Simon and Greg dissect whether the seamless travel era is coming to an end.


    As ever, the team answers your travel questions, including a reader's search for the perfect family villa holiday in 2027 that doesn't break the bank.


    Send your questions to thetravelexpert@telegraph.co.uk.


    Let The Telegraph Travel newsletter from Simon Calder be your guide to inspiring destinations at home and around the globe. Every week, Simon and our team of experts will send you the latest news, features, opinion and advice. Sign up here: http://telegraph.co.uk/travelnewsletter


    Video Producer: Carla Mercer


    Producer: Georgia Coan


    Executive Producer: Louisa Wells


    Head of Travel: Ben Ross


    Studio Operator: Meghan Searle


    Highlights:


    Passport catastrophe: Is the end of seamless travel to Ireland finally here?£173k for a private jet tour: Bucket-list adventure or overhyped extravagance?

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    Fri, 28 Aug 2026 - 30min
  • 13 - The forgotten corners of Spain hungry for more tourists

    Looking for a quick getaway? This week, Simon and Greg dive into the rise of the “micro-cation” - the trend of squeezing maximum adventure into minimum time, and whether it’s a sustainable way to travel.


    Plus, with bank holiday weekend approaching, they share essential advice on avoiding sky-high last-minute fares and finding the best deals for a final summer escape before the rain returns.


    And we're joined by The Telegraph's Spain expert Nuria Cremer-Vazquez to discuss why, as visitor numbers hit record highs, it’s time to look beyond the usual hotspots to discover the untapped potential of northern Spain, from the culinary delights of the Basque country to the secret regions of La Rioja.


    As ever, Greg and Simon answer your travel questions. This week they discuss the rules on taking walking poles in hand luggage and share their recommendations for Graham’s search for the best Canary Islands destination.


    Send your questions to thetravelexpert@telegraph.co.uk.


    Let The Telegraph Travel newsletter from Simon Calder be your guide to inspiring destinations at home and around the globe. Every week, Simon and our team of experts will send you the latest news, features, opinion and advice. Sign up here: http://telegraph.co.uk/travelnewsletter


    Video Producer: Carla Mercer

    Producer: Georgia Coan

    Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

    Head of Travel: Ben Ross

    Studio Operator: Meghan Searle


    Highlights:


    The rise of the micro-cation: travel trend or extreme day trip?Beyond the overtourism: exploring the forgotten corners of Spain

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    Fri, 21 Aug 2026 - 29min
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