Rails, Ales & Old Towns Europe Travel Podcast
Tips for Great Europe Trips
Scott welcomes back longtime friend, world traveler & former travel writer Adam Seper for a full account of his recent trip to Croatia. Adam and his family visited multiple islands in addition to Plitvice Lakes National Park, and on the show, Adam offers up some advice you’ll want to know if you’re considering a trip …
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Scott is joined by travel writer Rory Moulton to talk about The Luberon Loop, which is his custom guide to walking one of France’s most wonderful regions. Links to topics/places that came up on the show: Rory Moulton’s website The Luberon Loop Gordes – idyllic & popular village on The Luberon Loop Saint-Saturnin-lès-Apt – One …
Rail is by far the best way to see Europe, and the best way to experience Europe by rail is with a Eurail (Interrail) pass. In this episode, Scott is joined by Hugo Van Vondelen from Eurail to discuss what makes the legendary rail passes unique, sharing plenty of tips & tales of riding the …
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Scott chats with Franz Hofer, an expert on German beer culture, about the charm of the beer gardens in Germany’s Bavaria region and why they are so much more than just a place to have a beer. Franz gives a quick history lesson of these heavenly al fresco drinking spots before serving up tips on …
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Scott is joined by Neil Robinson, comedian and co-founder of canal boat tour company Those Dam Boat Guys to talk about why Amsterdam is such an awesome city. Neil gives his local advice for visiting, including tips on waterside bars, under-the-radar attractions and food to try in the city. A few of the places and topics that came up on the show: Those …
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Scott is joined by travel writer Joana Taborda to talk about the fun of exploring her home country of Portugal by rail and to discuss some of her favorite Portuguese travel destinations. Then, Joana shares some tips for making the most of your time in Lisbon, including advice on craft breweries, scenic overlooks and the …
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Scott is joined by Gábor Bánfalvi from Taste Hungary for a fun dive into the Hungarian wine scene. After a whirlwind tour of some of Hungary’s best wine regions and grapes, Gábor gives some personal tips for experiencing the capital Budapest. A few of the places that came up on the show: Taste Hungary Tokaj …
Whatever you do, don’t skip Belgium! Scott is joined by Stu Stuart (founder of Belgian Beer Me! Tours) to talk about why Belgium is such a sensational European destination. Stu shares personal Belgium travel tips, including advice on beer cafes in Bruges & frites in Ghent, and stories from his years of leading beer pilgrims …
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Scott is joined by Kenny Dunn, founder of Eating Europe food tours, for a food-focused chat about Rome featuring plenty of personal recommendations and advice on pizza, coffee and late-night bites. Kenny also suggests some of his favorite lesser-known things to see and do in the city. Places that came up on the show: Eating …
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Scott talks with Claudia Neumann (Director of Corporate Communications at Visit Cologne) during the lead-up to the city’s famous Carnival celebrations about why Cologne might just be Germany’s most underrated big city. A few of the places that came up on the episode: Visit Cologne Rhine Garden Beer Garden Schwimmbad Beer Garden (Former Swimming Pool) …
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