The World Vegan Travel Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes Today’s episode is a powerful conversation about burnout, resilience, and finding balance through movement and community. I’m joined by Carla Casadei, also known as @carlafromrio — an ultra runner, vegan food entrepreneur, and co-owner of Casadei Foods, a vegan mozzarella company based in London. Originally from Brazil, Carla shares her journey from running...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In this episode of The World Vegan Travel Podcast, Brighde shares five smart travel essentials she never leaves home without. From cozy travel slippers and a reliable coffee mug to an upgraded eye mask, digital security setup, and a favorite navigation app, these are the practical items and simple hacks that make life on the road smoother, safer, and more c...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’ll be talking to Ben Riddle, also known as Your Friendly Vegan Cook. Ben is a vegan chef, author, and musician who has cooked for retreats, private events, and clients around the world. He’ll be sharing the story of his three-month journey through Peru, a trip that took him from the vibrant food scene of Lima to the mountains around C...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’ll be talking to Yuxi Xia, founder of Munich Vegan Tours, the first and only vegan-by-default food tours in Munich. Yuxi will be sharing what led her to create Munich Vegan Tours, how her own vegan travel experiences shaped the work she does today, and why Munich is becoming such an exciting destination for vegan travelers. We’ll also...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the Show Notes In today’s episode, we’ll be talking to Faraaz Abdool, a wildlife photographer, writer, birding guide, safari guide, and conservationist from Trinidad and Tobago. Faraaz helps people reconnect with the natural world through immersive birding and wildlife experiences. In this episode, he’ll be talking to us about why Trinidad and Tobago is such an incredible...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’ll be talking to Dana Bell, owner and operator of OMUS Vegan and Dive Camp in the Philippines. Dana shares her incredible journey from working in hospitality to creating a vegan restaurant, dive shop, and resort in Dauin, Negros Oriental. We’ll talk about what it’s like to get your PADI Open Water certification in the Philippines, why...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’ll be talking to Raven Morgan and Dustin Weatherby, the creators of Raven’s Retreat Hocking Hills in Ohio. Raven’s Retreat is an adults-only, vegan-friendly retreat center set on 58 acres of nature preserve, where wellness, creativity, sustainability, and time in nature all come together. Raven and Dustin will be sharing how they crea...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’ll be talking to Isabella Bellani, who, together with her husband Maurizio, owns Garden Hotel Primavera in Brissago, Switzerland. Garden Hotel Primavera is a fully vegan hotel on the shores of Lake Maggiore, in the Italian-speaking canton of Ticino. Isabella shares the story of how they transformed an abandoned building into a vegan h...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’ll be talking to Kiara Sylvie Durbin, an artist, adventurer, content creator, and proud vegan who is about to embark on her first big solo trip. Kiara shares what inspired her to finally “just book the trip,” how she is preparing for Australia and New Zealand, and how travel can help us build confidence, move through uncertainty, and...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’re talking to Michelle May, founder of Viridian Productions, a sustainable event company based in San Diego. Michelle has produced over 200 fully vegan events and joins us to share what makes San Diego such a great destination for vegan travelers, along with insights into her festivals and the local food scene. There are a lot of reso...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’re chatting with Rachel Adina Mullen, also known as Chef Adina — a plant-based chef and cookbook author behind the Vegan Flavours of the World series. Rachel creates globally inspired, plant-forward dishes rooted in traditional cuisines and cultural storytelling, drawing on her travels and experiences around the world. In this episode...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the shownotes In today’s episode, we’re chatting with Ellie Larkins, a full-time traveler who has been on the road since 2019, exploring the world through slow and meaningful travel. She shares her experience traveling through Albania — a destination that’s still off the beaten path — and what it’s like exploring it as a vegan traveler living van life. We talk about hidde...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’re chatting with Lorenzo from Vegan Trotters, a travel blogger and content creator who, together with his partner, shares vegan-friendly guides from destinations all around the world. He’ll be talking to us about what it’s like living in Lima, Peru, and how you can spend an incredible 48 hours there—from local markets and hidden vegan...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’ll be talking to Sven Borg, founder of Spacechameleon Adventure Co, a vegan-friendly adventure tourism company based in Western Australia. Sven offers incredible outdoor experiences in and around Perth and Karijini National Park, including abseiling, canyoning, climbing, and multi-day adventure tours. In this episode, he shares how he...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In this episode of The World Vegan Travel Podcast, Brighde shares a simple and honest guide to choosing between a vegan safari in Botswana or Greater Kruger. Drawing on years of experience running safaris in both regions, she walks you through the key differences in travel style, wildlife, comfort, and vegan food—so you can decide which experience is right...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Katie Thompson, Programme Director for Elephants Alive, a conservation organisation doing deeply important work to protect elephants in the Greater Kruger region and to help reduce human–elephant conflict in ways that support both wildlife and local communities. This is a thoughtful and hopeful conversation, but it...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes Today’s episode is a little different — and a lot of fun. I’m joined by my dear friend Heather, and we’re recapping our recent milestone birthday trip to Mexico, where we stayed at the stunning plant-based resort, Palmaïa, just south of Cancún in Playa del Carmen. We talk about everything — the fully vegan restaurants, the spa experience that completely spo...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Mena Espejel — CEO, founder, and tour leader at Travelling Herbivore, Mexico City’s first 100% vegan and vegetarian tour company. If you’ve ever wondered what ethical, grassroots, truly local vegan travel looks like — this episode is going to inspire you. I recently celebrated my 50th birthday in Mexico City and had the...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’re exploring the connection between veganism, Buddhism, and travel. I’m joined by Andrea Diaz, Executive Director of Dharma Voices for Animals — the only international Buddhist animal rights advocacy organization. We talk about how Buddhist teachings on non-harm intersect with plant-based living across Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes Today I’m joined by Verde Camilla Parmigiani — founder of Vegan Set Hospitality Boutique and a true specialist in luxury vegan hospitality. Camilla has nearly 20 years of experience in the hotel industry, working her way up from front desk to Deputy Director in four- and five-star properties. After becoming vegan, she began to notice how poorly understood v...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’re chatting with The Original Vegan — a vegan travel filmmaker, content creator, and the founder of Bay Heart Media. He spent years exploring how veganism shows up across food, culture, travel, and everyday life, and he brings a refreshing, grounded perspective to what it really means to live and travel consciously. He shares his  jou...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’re heading to the Pacific Northwest to explore Seattle through a vegan traveler’s lens with Darby, also known as Darby the Vegan. Darby is a Seattle local who’s been living there since 2009 and went fully vegan in 2015. By day she works in marketing, and outside of that she’s a passionate content creator who shines a spotlight on plan...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In today’s episode, I’m joined by Tatiana von Rheinbaben — an environmentalist, vegan, and global citizen with a deeply nomadic background. Tatiana is currently pursuing her master’s in marine biology, and in this conversation we explore how her multicultural upbringing and extensive travels shaped her worldview. We talk about her journey into veganism, her...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes In this episode, Brighde shares behind-the-scenes reflections from an 11-day scouting trip through Greater Kruger, South Africa. Fresh off leading plant-based tours in Cape Town and Botswana, she explores what it takes to scout safari lodges through a vegan lens, the wildlife encounters that stood out, and the people and conservation efforts shaping the reg...

Send us Fan Mail Link for the show notes Today’s episode is all about vegan and allergy-friendly travel, and I’m really excited to welcome Karine Lang to the show. Karine is the founder of Lang Signature Travel, and she specializes in creating seamless, thoughtful travel experiences for vegans — especially those navigating serious food allergies. With more than 20 years of experience in event plan...