The 10Adventures Podcast

Thinking about a trip to Iceland next summer? If so, you'll want to listen to Icelandic Mountain Guide Ívar Finnbogason as he talks about what makes Iceland so special. Hear Ívar describe some of the best trekking routes in all of Iceland. Hear about trails like Laugavegur , which can also be done as a self-guided tour .  Or combined with the Fimmvorduhals Trail for a truly memorable trekking tour...

This week we talk with Thomas Veber, who conceived of an incredible way to travel in Europe.  Thomas bought a 17' motor boat for €3,000 and spent 6 weeks boating from the Baltic Sea to the Mediterranean Sea.  Not only is this a beautiful way to explore Europe, it's also incredibly economical, averaging just €200 a week! Listen in as Thomas tells us how he did this trip, as well as shares wisdom fr...

This week we talk to Albert, who is working full-time as a developer while cycle touring from Germany to Japan on weekends.  Albert is currently in Turkey, and has learned how to make cycle touring with a full-time job work.  Hear his tips to pursue this type of bike tour, and why he thinks this type of bike trip is better than cycling every day, as he gets to explore a new town or village every w...

We’ve all heard the saying that age is just a number, but could you imagine thru-hiking over 10,000 kilometers in your sixties?! Listen in to this week’s episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, as host Richard Campbell is joined by Richard Chresta who, alongside his wife, is part-way through the 10,200km European Journey known as the E4. Spreading their amazing adventure over the course of three summ...

Long distance hiking routes like the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) or the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) are a once in a lifetime experience for many outdoor enthusiasts, but what about tackling three of these imposing treks within three years? Join this week’s episode of the 10Adventures Podcast as host Richard Campbell chats with Josh Durum about his experience completing the CDT and the PCT twice b...

“You need a reason to stay at your job, not a reason to leave.” In this week’s 10Adventures podcast, host Richard Campbell is joined by the founder of GrubHub Mike Evans who, upon realizing his reasons for staying at the company changed, left behind his successful startup to travel across the United States on the Trans America Trail. This amazing adventure, which is described in his new book Hangr...

Saddling up on your bike and just taking off for an extended trip is an incredible experience unlike no other, offering plenty of solitude and opportunities to meet other travellers along the way. Listen in to this week’s episode as host Richard Campbell is joined by Louis Levine, who travelled across 6,000 miles and 20 countries on an incredible European cycling adventure. Armed with a road bike...

Names like Samarkand and Bukhara invoke images of ancient Silk Road travellers and beautiful Islamic architecture, which are only a few of the amazing reasons to travel to Central Asia. On this week’s episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, Richard is joined once again by Karin, who just recently returned from an epic tour of Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan. One of the reasons why people often...

Utilizing a variety of transportation methods can really open up your travel experience, exposing you to new opportunities or different paths in life that you wouldn’t have otherwise dreamed of taking. Tune in to this week’s episode of the 10Adventures Podcast as host Karin is joined by Maren Souders, who left behind her job to travel around the United States in a counterclockwise loop using a Bro...

Most people have felt the need for a change in their life at some point or another, and nothing can provide a spark quite like adventure can. Just ask Grace Bovis, the guest of this week's 10Adventures Podcast episode, who left behind her career in the fashion industry to make a meaningful change in her life while exploring a 300 mile stretch of the Pacific Crest Trail. Join the conversation as ho...

Years of turmoil and inaccessibility for foreign travellers has left Iraq shrouded in somewhat of a veil of mystery; however, this country situated along the Persian Gulf has recently seen an uptick in international travel, leaving many to wonder if it is the right time to return and explore this beautiful place that is steeped in rich history. Listen in as host Karin is joined by Erin Skinnider f...

Solo travel is a transformative experience no matter how big or small the adventure may be, and sometimes it is exactly what you need to check in with reality, yourself, and the wider world around you. This week’s 10Adventures podcast welcomes outdoor enthusiast and writer Brenda Missen, author of Tumblehome: One Woman’s Canoeing Adventures in the Divine Near Wilderness.   Styled as “part spiritua...

Long-distance traveling is a dream for many, but what does it actually take to turn that dream into a reality? Tune into this week’s edition of the 10Adventures Podcast, as Richard is joined by Sam Minett-Smith to discuss his incredible solo cycling journey from England to Germany. Harnessing a lust for adventure and striving for a personal challenge, Sam saddled up his road bike and set out on an...

This is a short podcast this week as it's the middle of summer, so we wanted to share two fun new things at 10Adventures. First of all, we are partway through our summer challenge, where you commit to 10 Adventures over 10 weeks during the summer.  The summer isn't over, so why not join in and plan some adventures for the last 6 weeks of summer! In addition, we've launched a mobile app to help you...

Have you ever dreamed about cycling around the world?  What about doing it with your children? Well, this is exactly what Paula and Lorenz did.  Listen in to hear about their amazing expedition around the world, the causes they champion, and how their family grew closer over the entire experience. Having set out from Athens on World Asthma Day with tandem bicycles and their two daughters in tow, P...

Awe-inspiring views, jagged mountain peaks, and climbing to the top of the world are what comes to mind for most people when they think of Nepal. For Shreehari Thapaliya and his colleagues at Trekking Team Group, those thoughts are an everyday reality, as they lead countless intrepid adventurers through the rugged terrain of the Himalayan Mountains. Join us for this week’s 10Adventures podcast, as...

Have you ever dreamt of taking your family around the globe on a sailboat, glider, or airship? It might not be as far-fetched as it seems! Listen in to this week’s podcast as we are joined by Xin, who set out on a sailboat with her family when she was just 8 years old, beginning a decade long adventure of exploration and self-discovery. People often limit themselves by what they can’t do, or rathe...

Slowing down, experiencing your surroundings, and making meaningful connections are some of the main reasons why people choose to travel, all of which are amplified when journeying long distances on horseback. Episode 79 of the 10Adventures Podcast follows Louis Hall and his equine companion Shasha, as they continue along their nearly 3000km journey from Siena, Italy to Finisterre, Spain. In suppo...

With the rise of working remotely and the sense of freedom that comes with it, more people than ever are taking the road less traveled and are choosing to explore the world off-grid in a van. Join today’s podcast guests Alex Welsh and Pat Bruns of Yama Vans as we discuss all things van life, from part-time adventuring to full-time living and everything in between. At its core, the transition to va...

Adventure travel is within the realm of possibility—you just need to take the leap. Today we are joined by Algirdas, a fervent adventurer, and outdoor enthusiast. Inspired by the 2010 movie The Way, our guest acted on an impulse and hitchhiked down to Spain and walked the Camino de Santiago—which ultimately sparked his passion for adventure. Following the famed pilgrimage, Algirdas completed sever...

Today we welcome Damian Gelenyns, founder of Legend Life After 40 ,  to the podcast. Damian is an ageless living evangelist, proving that life after 40, 50, or 60 doesn’t have to slow down. Instead, our guest has championed a movement inspiring people to live a life undefined by age.   Challenging the bounds of tradition, Damian encourages people to realize a life of legacy. As a means to foster t...

We invite you to get inspired as we chat with Annabel Streets, author of 52 Ways to Walk . After an unexpected accident, Annabel transformed her lifestyle, incorporating walking into her daily routine in any way possible—from a walking desk to walking book club meetings and beyond. In doing so, she developed a fascination with walking and the science behind the action–  inspiring her newest novel....

On today’s episode we are joined by Debbie Olson, accomplished editor, columnist, and co-author of 125 Nature Hot Spots in Alberta and the newly released second edition—200 Nature Hot Spots in Alberta. In a province abundant with soaring crests, glaciers, blue lakes, and wildlife, Debbie and co-author Leigh McAdam have highlighted the greatest natural wonders in Alberta for us to enjoy.  Tune in a...

Today we welcome back Ally Watson to the podcast as she shares her experience thru-hiking the Arizona National Scenic Trail . The Arizona Trail is an ever-evolving route that travels over 800-miles across Arizona, linking together deserts, canyons, mountains, and forests. Divided into 43 sections, this demanding trek explores the rugged and remote wilderness, taking hikers through 6 National Parks...

On today’s episode, we discuss the power of walking with Torbjørn Ekelund, author of In Praise of Paths: Walking through Time and Nature . After an unexpected epilepsy diagnosis affected his ability to drive, Torbjørn began walking—everywhere. For the past 6 years, our guest has rediscovered the wonderment of walking and the benefits of travelling by foot.  In addition to the obvious mental and ph...