Available to listen to on all audio streaming services, the eighth episode of ‘Travel for Curious Minds’ by Jules Verne Ltd features Pat Riddell, editor of National Geographic Traveller (UK), diving into his most exciting travel experiences and career-defining moments to date. 
 
Over the course of nearly an hour, host Abbey Cousins accompanies Pat as he recounts incredible stories, set anywhere from Jordan to Peru and Thailand, from his earliest travel memories to recent far-flung adventures and how wanderlust runs in the family. In an exclusive ‘Quick-fire’ round, Pat shares ultimate answers on burning questions, like travel item essentials and the next trendy destination. 

Launched in February 2025, this immersive podcast by Jules Verne Ltd – a leading travel agency curating small group trips and solo adventures around the world – invites a new guest each week to inspire listeners with unbelievable travel stories. 

Listen on Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7qnB3ItWjvuNdsUtjBfaLe  

Find out more about the Jules Verne “Travel for Curious Minds” podcast here: https://www.vjv.com/travel-for-curious-minds-podcast/  

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