About Destination Anywhere - The British Guild of Travel Writers Podcast
The official podcast from - and for - The British Guild of Travel Writers. BGTW Talks Travel takes a deep dive into destinations and our members' recent travels, important topics in the travel media industry, and discusses travel writing, photography, broadcasting, and blogging through an editorially independent lens. Whether you're a travel writer looking to hone your skills and storytelling, or a traveller keen on "behind the scenes" insight, join the BGTW's accredited and talented members and their industry guests to talk all things travel.
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In our closing keynote, presented in partnership with The Datai Pledge (https://www.thedatai.com/sustainability (https://www.thedatai.com/sustainability)), Juliet Kinsman advocates that, at a time when distrust of AI-generated content is driving demand for authentic brand communication, we need more stories that make people care and, crucially, act. By adding the magic of personal perspectives that convert understanding into genuine appreciation, journalists can demonstrate what solutions-led storytelling looks like, using their platforms not merely to report, but to inspire meaningful action.
This episode was recorded live at the British Guild of Travel Writers' Better World Symposium in January 2026. Find further details on the 2026 and future editions of the event, as well as resources, at https://www.bgtw.org/better-world/ (https://www.bgtw.org/better-world/). Work in travel media? Consider becoming a member of the BGTW, accrediting and representing the UK Travel Media since 1960.
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15 Mar 2026
How can the industry be sustainable if our income and tourism budgets aren’t equitable?
In conversation with Meera Dattani (Journalist & Executive Editor at Adventure.com (http://adventure.com/)), Jem Collins (Founder and Director of https://www.journoresources.org.uk/ (https://www.journoresources.org.uk/)), Sophie Ibbotson (Travel Writer, and Founder of https://www.maximumexposurepr.com/ (https://www.maximumexposurepr.com/)) and Abi Best (Managing Director at https://www.lemongrassmarketing.com/ (https://www.lemongrassmarketing.com/)) discuss how stagnant pay rates, declining budgets, and the rise in unpaid publications are causing concern and issues in the industry. What funding, resources, and solutions are available to the media to help them continue doing what they love? And in what ways can PR agencies and freelancers work better together to support the industry? This panel puts the often-avoided subject of money centre stage.
This episode was recorded live at the British Guild of Travel Writers' Better World Symposium in January 2026, supported by Minimal Impact Expeditions and The Datai Langkawi. Find further details on the 2026 and future editions of the event, as well as resources and speaker bios, at https://www.bgtw.org/better-world/ (https://www.bgtw.org/better-world/). Work in travel media? Consider becoming a member of the BGTW, accrediting and representing UK Travel Media since 1960.
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15 Mar 2026
Positive, community-friendly approaches to tourism storytelling
In conversation with Emma Gregg (Journalist, Author & Photographer), Sue Watt (Travel and Conservation Writer), Flavio Zappacosta (Antor Vice Chair & Head of ENIT UK), and Holly Tuppen (Travel Writer, Sustainability Expert, and It’s a Journey Co-host) discuss how, with low-quality content fuelling overtourism, gentrification and commodification of culture and nature all over the world, the need for more high-quality features that champion sustainable cultural encounters and outdoor experiences.
This episode was recorded live at the British Guild of Travel Writers' Better World Symposium in January 2026, supported by Minimal Impact Expeditions and The Datai Langkawi. Find further details on the 2026 and future editions of the event, as well as resources and speaker bios, at https://www.bgtw.org/better-world/ (https://www.bgtw.org/better-world/). Work in travel media? Consider becoming a member of the BGTW, accrediting and representing UK Travel Media since 1960.
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15 Mar 2026
Could that become your new sustainable niche or next feature?
In conversation with Nathan James Thomas (Author & IntrepidTimes.com (http://intrepidtimes.com/) Editor), Caroline Mills
(Author of This Is Not My Land, Writer & Small Farm Owner), Holly Budge (Writer & Founder, How Many Elephants NGO) and Sarah Rodrigues (Journalist & "Thrift Tripper") discuss how niching down and becoming an expert voice can be the future of sustainable, responsible and profitable travel writing. In this panel, three writers will share how they have taken personal passions and turned them into features, reports, and books, all with a travel connection, while making a difference.
This episode was recorded live at the British Guild of Travel Writers' Better World Symposium in January 2026, supported by Minimal Impact Expeditions and The Datai Langkawi. Find further details on the 2026 and future editions of the event, as well as resources and speaker bios, at https://www.bgtw.org/better-world/ (https://www.bgtw.org/better-world/). Work in travel media? Consider becoming a member of the BGTW, accrediting and representing UK Travel Media since 1960.
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15 Mar 2026
How can your words, work and imagery be more inclusive?
In conversation with Rashmi Narayan (Travel Writer), Uwern Jong (Editor-in-Chief of OutThere & Icons of Inclusion Founder), Debbie North ( Writer, Disability and Access Ambassador for the Countryside, and Founder of Access the Dales), and Shebs Alom (Presenter, Writer & Editor) discuss how publications, platforms and their colleagues can be mindful of how, and ways to make, their work more inclusive, including unpacking what “inclusivity” actually means today, ideas on what is and isn’t appropriate to pitch as an ally, and discuss what more needs to be done across the industry.
This episode was recorded live at the British Guild of Travel Writers' Better World Symposium in January 2026, supported by Minimal Impact Expeditions and The Datai Langkawi. Find further details on the 2026 and future editions of the event, as well as resources and speaker bios, at https://www.bgtw.org/better-world/ (https://www.bgtw.org/better-world/). Work in travel media? Consider becoming a member of the BGTW, accrediting and representing UK Travel Media since 1960.
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15 Mar 2026
Can luxury travel pioneer ESG initiatives?
In conversation with Alicia Sheber (Travel & Hospitality Writer), Heather Thorkelson
(Founder, Minimal Impact Expeditions & Polar Tracks Expeditions; Vice-chair, Polar Tourism Guides Association), Paul Brackley (Founder, Kinsfolk & Co) and Ricardo Moreira (Managing Director, XCO2) discuss where aspiration meets action and how technological innovations and new ways of thinking are improving luxury tourism. There are plenty of visionary changemakers and reasons to be optimistic, but it’s vital we ask hospitality businesses the right questions to inform, not just inspire.
This episode was recorded live at the British Guild of Travel Writers' Better World Symposium in January 2026. Find further details on the 2026 and future editions of the event, as well as resources, at https://www.bgtw.org/better-world/ (https://www.bgtw.org/better-world/). Work in travel media? Consider becoming a member of the BGTW, accrediting and representing the UK Travel Media since 1960.
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15 Mar 2026
What will travel writing and storytelling for a Better World in 2026 look like?
In conversation with Chris Coe (BGTW 2025 Chair & Travel Photographer of the Year Founder), Karen Edwards (Responsible Travel Writer), David Lindo (aka The Urban Birder), and Shafik Meghji (Author of Small Earthquakes & Writer), discuss their thoughts, concerns and ideas for the year ahead through a mindful lens, setting the stage for the deeper-dive panels to follow.
This episode was recorded live at the British Guild of Travel Writers' Better World Symposium in January 2026, supported by Minimal Impact Expeditions and The Datai Langkawi. Find further details on the 2026 and future editions of the event, as well as resources and speaker bios, at https://www.bgtw.org/better-world/ (https://www.bgtw.org/better-world/). Work in travel media? Consider becoming a member of the BGTW, accrediting and representing UK Travel Media since 1960.
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20 May 2025
An Introduction To Social Media
In today's world, social media is key to securing commissions and press trips, both in terms of number of followers and in active engagement. This podcast is an introduction to the topic with a lively panel discussion on the key issues and considerations for building your network, catching people's attention and developing a strong following.
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24 Feb 2025
BGTW Sustainability Symposium: How Should Travel Writers Approach Sustainable Storytelling & Securing Commissions in 2025.
In conversation with Meera Dattani (Journalist & Executive Editor at Adventure.com (http://adventure.com/)) and Emma Gregg (Travel Journalist, Editor, Author & Photographer), Ash Bhardwaj (Author of Why We Travel, Film-maker and Storyteller) discuss what makes a good sustainable story in this day and age, angles that shouldn’t be overlooked, how greenwashing is problematic, and what a good travel writer’s pitch with sustainability at its core should look like.
This episode was recorded live at the British Guild of Travel Writers' Better World Symposium, in partnership with Destination Canada and hosted by Hyatt Place London City East. Find further details of the event and 2025's edition at bgtw.org/better-world (http://bgtw.org/better-world). Work in travel media? Consider becoming a member of the BGTW, accrediting and representing the UK Travel Media since 1960. Introduction by Daniel James Clarke, BGTW Sustainability Lead and Symposium Organiser.
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24 Feb 2025
BGTW Sustainability Symposium: How Travel Writers Can Turn Slow Travel into Sellable Stories.
In conversation with Holly Tuppen (Travel Writer & Sustainability Expert) and Diana Jarvis (Travel Photographer and since appointed Sustainability Editor at Wanderlust), Claire Martin (Overland-Specialising Travel Blogger at clairesfootsteps.com (http://clairesfootsteps.com/)) discusses how, with the rise in no-fly travel and especially train interest by the public and publications, travel writers can turn their overland, sustainable journeys into award-winning features and compelling narratives. Practical tips include publications to pitch and gaining support, and a brief introduction of flight-free specialising Byway Travel with Sonya Barber.
This episode was recorded live at the British Guild of Travel Writers' Better World Symposium, sponsored by Destination Canada and hosted by Hyatt Place London City East. Find further details of the event and 2025's edition at bgtw.org/better-world (http://bgtw.org/better-world). Work in travel media? Consider becoming a member of the BGTW, accrediting and representing the UK Travel Media since 1960.
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24 Feb 2025
BGTW Sustainability Symposium: How Can Travel Writers and Media Be More Responsible With Visual Storytelling.
In conversation with Elisa L. Iannacone (Cinematographer, Artist, Canon Ambassador, and Award-Winning Photographer) and Alex Outhwaite (Travel Television Presenter & Journalist), Chis Coe (BGTW Chair and founder of TPOTY: Travel Photographer of the Year) discuss how travel writers, photographers, and presenters can ensure their reporting, especially visually, respects the people and destinations we visit while sharing tips on best practices from both a technical and storytelling perspective.
This episode was recorded live at the British Guild of Travel Writers' Better World Symposium, in partnership with Destination Canada and hosted by Hyatt Place London City East. Find further details of the event and 2025's edition at bgtw.org/better-world (http://bgtw.org/better-world). Work in travel media? Consider becoming a member of the BGTW, accrediting and representing the UK Travel Media since 1960. Introduction by Daniel James Clarke, BGTW Sustainability Lead and Symposium Organiser.
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24 Feb 2025
BGTW Sustainability Symposium: Sustainable Shifts in Destination Marketing and how they impact Travel Writers
In conversation with Nim Singh (Media and PR Manager, Destination Canada) and Sandra Ishmael (Director UK, NBTC Netherlands Board of Tourism & Conventions), Mark Bibby Jackson (of travelbeginsat40.com (http://travelbeginsat40.com/)) discusses how DMOs are changing their ways of working in the face of overtourism, natural disasters, and community cries for a more mindful marketing approach. How does this impact travel writers and the travel media directly with changes to press trip support and budgets, and what should we be more mindful of when writing about destinations.
This episode was recorded live at the British Guild of Travel Writers' Better World Symposium, in partnership with Destination Canada and hosted by Hyatt Place London City East. Find further details of the event and 2025's edition at bgtw.org/better-world (http://bgtw.org/better-world). Work in travel media? Consider becoming a member of the BGTW, accrediting and representing the UK Travel Media since 1960. Introduction by Daniel James Clarke, BGTW Sustainability Lead and Symposium Organiser.
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24 Feb 2025
BGTW Sustainability Symposium: Avoiding Greenwashing Hospitality in Travel Writing
In conversation with Juliane Caillouette Noble (Managing Director, The Sustainable Restaurant Association) and Michael Mason-Shaw (Hospitality ESG Specialist and Regional Director of Operations Cycas Hospitality Industry), Alicia Sheber (Travel & Hospitality Writer at read-thread.com (http://read-thread.com/)) discusses the questions travel writers should ask of restaurants and hotels to cut through the accreditation and marketing terms and avoid accidental greenwashing in our coverage. Due to a fire alarm on the day, part of this live recording is missing.
This episode was recorded live at the British Guild of Travel Writers' Better World Symposium, in partnership with Destination Canada and hosted by Hyatt Place London City East. Find further details of the event and 2025's edition at bgtw.org/better-world (http://bgtw.org/better-world). Work in travel media? Consider becoming a member of the BGTW, accrediting and representing the UK Travel Media since 1960. Introduction by Daniel James Clarke, BGTW Sustainability Lead and Symposium Organiser.
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29 Jun 2024
A Chat With John Carter
In this, the first podcast from The British Guild of Travel Writers, BGTW Chair Chris Coe chats to Guild co-founder and travel industry legend John Carter about his life and work, in front of an invited audience.
Host: Chris Coe. Guest: John Carter. An unusual production for BGTW.
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