Podcasts from FIERO

King Charles delivers a masterclass in diplomatic language during his Washington visit; Italian airport strikes threaten summer travel plans; Japan Airlines trials robots at Haneda to tackle its luggage handling crisis; a YouGov poll reveals majority support for Bristol Airport's expansion; the world's best beaches for 2026 are revealed — and a personal connection to the top five; and a visit to t...

The Travel Show with Simon McNeill-Ritchie A roundup of international travel and aviation news covering: UK inflation dropping to 3% with airfares as a key driver; transatlantic flight prices for the 2026 World Cup in North America, with mixed news for England and Scotland fans; the proposed renaming of Palm Beach International Airport to President Donald J. Trump International Airport; Spain's DO...

Welcome back to The Travel show with Simon McNeill-Ritchie. Very shortly I’ll be talking with today’s guest, Karma Choden, who will be telling us about her homeland of Bhutan, the lesser-known Himalayan kingdom that lies to the east of Nepal, and otherwise bordered by two even bigger neighbours, India and China.

From the high-stakes pressure of air traffic control to the surprising financial windfall of a Caribbean URL suffix, host Simon McNeill-Ritchie explores the evolving landscape of global travel. This episode delves into the growing trend of overseas weddings, the impact of new electronic travel authorizations, and the diplomatic hurdles facing football fans heading to the 2026 World Cup.

The January 3, 2026, episode of The Travel Show with Simon McNeill-Ritchie reviews the chaotic end to 2025 and looks forward to travel trends and challenges in 2026.

A Greek Classic, with Nancy Connolly in ecstasy about her recent visit to Athens. As well as early-release prisoners in the UK, flight cutbacks in the US and back to the drawing board for Bristol Airport. Plus all the other international travel news.

Join Simon McNeill-Ritchie this week for his Thanksgiving Special. Mama Martha shares her secret ingredients for a family feast in Arkansas. Plus stories about the origins of Thanksgiving and, of course, the latest international travel news.

Taking a Hike with Old Friends, Gatwick gets the Go-Ahead, Paying to Keep the Middle Seat Free, drones and cyber attacks, hurricanes and typhoons

The BBC, President Trump and Pantomime Villains, Disruption at Heathrow Airport, Thanksgiving at the End of the US Government Shutdown - for now - and A Walk Across the Desert in Morocco

Simon ends summer with industrial news and future travel planning, reporting on looming West of England transport strikes and Ryanair’s strict baggage rules. Travel agent Janette Spirowski recalls a holiday disaster at a flooded hotel and shares tips for autumn breaks and Christmas markets. Later, Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson discusses her new aviation accessibility report, urging better training,...

This episode covers extreme weather disrupting travel, from European heatwaves and wildfires to floods in Mexico City. Simon shifts to positive local news with James Power from Bristol Airport, explaining new scanners that allow liquids and electronics to stay in bags. Emily Critchley spotlights Montenegro, from Budva’s old town to the Bay of Kotor. Simon ends with Virgin Trains challenging Eurost...

Simon’s Travel Show highlights Malta’s fortified islands. Guest Fee Mowbray recalls Mdina’s “Silent City,” Valletta’s cannons, and Gozo’s Neolithic temples, recommending late September for ideal weather. International news covers a cyber-attack at Brussels Airport and failures in Dallas. Simon reports Ryanair cutting capacity in Spain over fees, contrasted with Thailand’s plan offering free domest...

Seeking escape from turbulent news, Simon interviews Tudor Morgan, an Antarctic ambassador for HX Hurtigruten, about the awe of expeditions, wildlife, citizen science, and sustainable hybrid ships. The news focuses on European industrial action, with France’s government collapse triggering ATC strikes. Simon also reports on Dubai Airport’s biometric smart tunnels and debunks the myth that Tuesday...

Broadcasting from Bath, Simon McNeill-Ritchie’s Travel Show mixes reports of industrial unrest with the joys of active leisure. As strikes affect French airspace and airlines cut capacity, Bristol Airport highlights recruitment and charity success. The episode explores booming European cycling and hiking holidays, driven by e-bikes and post-pandemic demand, and notes the diplomatic closure of the...