Passepartout People & Places

Season 2 of Passepartout People and Places has now ended. But don't worry, there's still more to come over on our brand new podcast platform called Travel For Curious Minds. For great stories, wonderful tales and travel experiences like no other - here's where to go: First step - subscribe: Apple Spotify Blubrry Then, for more information Website - Travel for Curious Minds Podcast Instagram - Trav...

While we are away working on something very exciting (more to come on that) - Abbey wanted to share her favourite episodes from Season 2. This month, we go back to Episode 7 of Season 2 and meet Pippa. Enjoy these replays over the summer, and stay subscribed for that VERY exciting news! From the show notes in March 2024... We are joined by Pippa, Product Manager at Jules Verne, putting together to...

While we are away working on something very exciting (more to come on that) - Abbey wanted to share her favourite episodes from Season 2. This month, we go back to Episode 4 of Season 2 and meet Laura. Enjoy these replays over the summer, and stay subscribed for that VERY exciting news! From the show notes in December 2023... We are joined by Laura from our sister company, Journey Latin America. S...

While we are away working on something very exciting (more to come on that) - Abbey wanted to share her favourite episodes from Season 2. This month, we go all the way back to the very first episode of Season 2. Enjoy these replays over the summer, and stay subscribed for that VERY exciting news! September 2023... We are joined by Millie, who has travelled to over 40 countries.  She talks about gr...

We are joined by Carmel, Senior Air Product Executive at Jules Verne, who recently left a little piece of her heart in Cambodia on her very first visit to this part of the world! She shares fond memories of her six-week summer holidays always being in Ireland as a teenager and her first ever holiday that wasn’t Ireland. As a self-confessed foodie, her holidays are now based on where she’s going to...

We are joined by Charlie - a Personal Travel Expert at Jules Verne. He talks about his childhood travel memories, how he plans his own trips now and his recent experience of the Baltic Capitals in very unseasonal weather. During our conversation, we touched on group travel vs independent travel, the free-spirited vibe of Central America and how it compares to the Far East. And we heard about Charl...

We are joined by Sara, a Personal Travel Expert at Jules Verne, putting together holidays for our customers. She talks about growing up in Canada, visiting Uganda and her recent trip to Jordan - floating in the Dead Sea, the incredible landscapes of Wadi Rum, and visiting Petra and the breathtaking walk into it. We also discuss the benefits of solo travel, making friends while travelling, and the...

We are joined by Pippa, Product Manager at Jules Verne, putting together tour itineraries. She talks about how she became inspired to work in travel, her advice on planning a holiday and her favourite travel memories. We discuss the reasons why she never gets bored exploring India, with the varied culture and diversity, national parks, and warm family stays. Find out more about Jules Verne Explore...

We are joined by Richard, Jules Vernes' Head of Marketing. During our conversation, he shares his intriguing travel experiences and the unconventional way he moved to Plymouth as a baby. Living in Montserrat and working on a conservation project with his wife, trekking in the forest and searching for frogs at night. We also talk about his ideal travel companions and his bucket list adventures. Fin...

We are joined by Pippa, who works as a Jules Verne Tour Manager. She explains the crucial role of a tour manager and the importance of working with local guides, making sure clients have the best holiday. We also delve into her travel experiences around the world, discussing her favourite countries and those still on her bucket list.   Peru Egypt Uzbekistan Japan Pakistan Kazakhstan Kyrgyzstan

We are joined by Laura from our sister company, Journey Latin America. She talks about her travel experiences, the unconventional way she travelled to Latin America as a child, and the things we cannot travel without. We also talk about working as a guide and some of the strange requests she's received, including a group who wanted to see highland cows.   Find out more about Jules Verne Discover P...

We are joined by Penny from Robin Pope Safaris. She talks passionately about her love of Africa and how she discovered the joys of Zambia while at University, the knowledge and personable guides, seeing zebras in Zambia, the surprising animals her children were fascinated by on safari, and the amazing conservation work being done in Malawi. Find out more about Jules Verne Experience Zambia and Mal...

We are joined by Nicole, manager of Kuoni in Bluewater, our sister company. She talks about how travel is in her blood and being taken on adventures as soon as she could walk, European coach tours and her unforgettable trip to Peru with a comedy luggage mishap. We also talk about the outstanding guides used by Kuoni and Jules Verne - including her fondness for a particular tour guide in Sri Lanka....

Welcome to season 2 of Passepartout - People & Places!  We are joined by Millie, Office & Culture Manager at Jules Verne, who has travelled to over 40 countries.  She talks about growing up in the UAE after leaving a sleepy village in the UK, the impact travelling has had on her life from an early age and how she loves being a solo traveller. We also talk about Millie's time living in Egyp...

We are almost done recording Season 2, and we're very excited about what you're going to hear from us over the coming months. However, there's one more Summer Reshare first. For many people, it's the absolute favourite. Simon Reeve, British author, journalist, adventurer, documentary filmmaker, television presenter and brand ambassador to Kuoni, part of the Jules Verne family, joined us. Not only...

We are still away recording new episodes for Season 2, and it's time again to reshare another of our very favourite episodes from Season 1. This month, we are revisiting our conversation with Beate, our award-winning guide in Sicily, with over 30 years of experience. Not only do we talk about the unexpected variety in food, culture and landscape for a small island, but also the many things you can...

We are still away recording new episodes for Season 2, and it's time again to reshare another of our very favourite episodes from Season 1. This month, we are revisiting our conversation with Tarek and Rania about Egypt. We loved this conversation because not only did Tarek and Rania join us in the studio, but we got a sneak peek into the amazing Grand Egyptian Museum, which will be a 'must-see' w...

While we are away this summer recording brand new episodes for Season 2, we wanted to reshare a few of our very favourite episodes from Season 1. This month, we are revisiting our conversation with Vineet about India. This was one of our favourite chats for many reasons, not least because Vineet joined us in the London studio to talk about his love for India. If you haven't heard the episode befor...

On our first anniversary, we are taking a look back at our podcast story so far. Listen to our favourite stories from our previous guests about their personal travel experiences and cherished destinations. You'll hear stories from amazing countries, including Tanzania, Egypt, India and Pakistan and from varied and interesting guests, including the Jules Verne team, award-winning guides and journal...

We are joined by Laura, Jules Verne's experienced team member and creator of many exceptional escorted tours. Laura talks about her recent trip to Pakistan, describing the untouched natural beauty and remarkable mountain landscapes. We also discuss the surprising place that has captured Laura's heart and it's much closer to home than you may think. Find out more about Jules Verne Discover Pakistan...

We are joined by Gerry, a Jules Verne Tour Manager with over 8 years of experience. Not only does he explain the role of a Jules Verne Representative and the differences from a tour guide, but also how much he loves travelling, looking after guests and ensuring everyone has the best possible time.  We discuss his first Jules Verne tour in Venice, the unspoilt scenery of the Croatian coastline with...

We are joined by Beate, our award-winning guide in Sicily, with over 30 years of experience. Not only do we talk about the unexpected variety in food, culture and landscape for a small island, but also the many things you can do in Sicily, with unique experiences for every season. We also discuss her love for the Mediterranean island and talk about what the diverse knowledge of a guide can bring...

Coming to you live from a Kuoni event at Peter Jones in London! We are joined by Simon Reeve, British author, journalist, adventurer, documentary filmmaker, television presenter and brand ambassador to Kuoni, part of the Jules Verne family. Not only do we talk about his experiences across the globe with stories from Transnistria, Kenya and Madagascar but also why people and guides are so important...

Coming to you live from World Travel Market! We are joined by our partners in Egypt - a leader in the industry creating memorable Nile cruises; not only along the most popular sailing routes discovering the best attractions, but also along the ‘secret’ undiscovered parts of the Nile. Known as the GEM for short, we also hear from Rania who has been lucky enough to already visit The Grand Egyptian M...

As you may or may not know, Jules Verne is part of a family of travel brands belonging to DER Touristik, including luxury long-haul specialist Kuoni. We are joined by Rachel O'Reilly, Director of Communications for Kuoni. Not only do we talk about her many journeys across the world, including Sri Lanka, St. Lucia, and Croatia, but more importantly we discuss sustainability within travel and ask ou...