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The Self Guided Travel Podcast

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About The Self Guided Travel Podcast

The Self-Guided Travel Podcast, on December 19th, 2024. Produced by The Big Light, this immersive audio experience promises to transport listeners into the heart of self-guided travel, revealing the raw, unfiltered stories behind independent exploration. The podcast series will chronicle the remarkable journey of self-guided traveler and host Arlette Godges as she walks Scotlands iconic 96-mile West Highland Way, offering listeners an intimate glimpse into the transformative power of independent travel. Each episode will feature personal narratives that capture the essence of discovery, challenge, and personal growth. Arlette Godges is a California-based physical therapist, record-breaking swimmer, and sought-after content creator. Driven by her passion for wellness, she is on a mission to empower individuals to move better, function optimally, and perform at their best—helping them lead healthier, high-quality lives as they grow older.Lynsey Kirk-Marshall, Head of Brand at Macs Adventure said:Im so excited to share the launch of The Self-Guided Travel Podcast! This series is all about inspiring people to explore the world by foot or bike, immersing themselves in the journey, and truly connecting with the places they visit.Self-guided travel offers a unique chance to meet locals, uncover their stories, and support the communities that make these destinations so special. Its a way to travel that leaves a positive impact—both for the people who live there and for your own mental and physical wellbeing. The sense of achievement that comes with completing a self-guided journey is unlike anything else.Highlights of the podcast include:• Hiking through the rugged beauty of Scotlands lochs, mountains, and moss-covered forests. • Whisky tasting and trail stories with Gordon Dallas, Whisky Experiential Ambassador at Glengoyne Distillery. • Forest Bathing in Scotlands enchanted oak forests. • Wildswimming with wellness enthusiast and wild swimmer, Claire Gray at the Falls of Falloch. • Spooky stories from the 300-years old Drovers Inn • Talking history, clans, and local legends with Dr Chris Robinson from The West Highland Museum. • Tackling The Devils Staircase! The six-part series will be available on all major podcast platforms starting December 19th, 2024, offering listeners a front-row seat to some of the most compelling travel stories of the year.

5 Episodes

History And Hauntings: Exploring Scotland's Historic Glencoe
Thu, 09 Jan 2025


Cold Water Therapy And Highland Wildlife: A Highland Escape
Thu, 02 Jan 2025


Forest Bathing And Folk Heroes: Loch Lomond's Wonders
Thu, 26 Dec 2024


Hiking Scotland's West Highland Way: Self-Guided Travel With Macs Adventure
Thu, 19 Dec 2024


The Self-Guided Travel Podcast Trailer
Tue, 03 Dec 2024


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