Reviews
I loved the first two seasons of this podcast. The segments were well produced and offered great story telling. However, in the current season, the ads are getting in the way. Instead having one or two ad breaks, they now have the presenter try to weave the ad, for Marriott’s credit cards, into...Read full review »
AssortedStuff via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/28/22
My absolute favorite podcast! I love the stories and dream of the day I can travel to exotic and historic places. Thank you, Travel Tales!! ❤️
Cool190 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/08/21
Listened the Amsterdam episode and the host totally missed the local idiosyncrasy of the Nederland. Everything looked through a racially obsessive woke American point of view.
Patagonik8 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/31/21
The essays are usually pretty good but often sound too much like they are just being read instead of told, and the cheesy sound effects are distracting.
Callahansfeedstore via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/01/21
2020 has really put a wrench in my usual travel plans. But really love hearing the personal stories of other people’s travels. It makes me excited for the day when I can travel again!
AnnaTalisha via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/03/20
Yup. I want more. That says it all.
Bozo or None of the above via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/14/20
This podcast is a breath a fresh air. Such a nice break from everything hard in the world right now.
HolleyRosey via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/29/20
Absolutely love this show. Such charming stories and important messages
LenaJones77 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/18/20
These stories evoke feelings of trips gone by, and spark daydreams of future adventures. Heartwarming and inspirational, and I’m only 2 episodes in!
Bilbo737!1 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/08/20
The Amsterdam episode was a tough listen. The female narrator was woke about everything. You wonder if she will ever find anything that pleases her. Sad really...
Cornhusker55 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/04/20
Excellent. Makes we want to go back there again. Just love the rich cultural experiences.
Englshguy via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/31/20
Each of these episodes has been so immersive and wonderful. I especially enjoyed the one about hiring a friend in Tokyo—perhaps I will try that on my next trip! Looking forward to more stories.
maroki13 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/27/20
So interesting... Thank you!
bbfust via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/27/20
This is exactly what I needed right now.
Fredrik Olivier via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/26/20
Y’all about time someone told me about traveling. One listen to this and call me Chris Stapleton bc I have transformed into a Traveller. I didn’t know where to go but if you give this a listen you can be a Traveller too, but with more style n grace.
beeaglee via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/26/20
So well done and intriguing. Had the experience of traveling from the comfort of my living room. Obviously you can’t beat the real thing, but this came close. Thank you, Afar!
travlluvr via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/26/20
The perfect podcast to help fill my travel void!!
osheakm via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/25/20
Losing touch with your history (both grandma and culinary treats) does indeed make your heart ‘blue’. This podcast inspired longing for giving elderly family a call or better yet a visit and learning the magic of the legendary family tradition. This and other Travel Tales stories are lovely,...Read full review »
Gaveay via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/24/20
My favorite podcast to listen to on long road trips
burtreynolds123 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/24/20
The perfect podcast for my daily walks, highly recommend
musicchix622 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/24/20
Perfect for keeping my travel dreams alive during this pandemic!
Mg2538 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/24/20
So happy I found this podcast!! Looking forward to the next episode
emilyr847 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/24/20
My new favorite podcast! Can’t wait for the next episode to be released :)
cwinz123 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/24/20
Best travel podcast I’ve heard so far. Thanks for sharing!
banana832 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/24/20
This podcast has been my quarantine escape!!! I like to listen during my walks
cocofrosty7 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/24/20
Travel is so often a time for personal discovery, challenge, and transformation. Listening to these stories made me reflect on my own travels and how they have changed me.
clf12 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/23/20
Closest thing to a vacation experience during a pandemic as I can get!!
Katty cakes via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/22/20
The podcasts are almost soothing to listen to and informative. We can use a journey without risking our lives right now, so these felt just right
New York yank via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/22/20
I absolutely loved Emma John’s episode on traveling with a teenager in Venice. It was relatable and her storytelling made me feel like I was actually in Italy. I’ll definitely keep listening.
T Minin via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/22/20
I love these stories. They remind me how much I love to travel, explore, and learn. Thanks!!!
duckyLovesBunbun via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/21/20
I just love all the travel tales. This particular one really moved me. Such an inspiring story of togetherness and understanding culture from a perspective I’m not fully used to: so awesome. Travel truly begins when you walk out of the front door. And even though we have been in this ‘pandemic...Read full review »
Dominick, NYC via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/21/20
During the current times with restricted travel, programs like these are even more important. This is how we build our bucket list for the future.
Alex the Traveller via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/21/20
I love this podcast and its inspiring, digestible stories. Perfect to dream up the next adventure while doing day to day tasks. Thanks AFAR for keeping the spirit of travel and adventure alive!
Mf123457890 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/21/20
Allows me to travel in my mind when I can’t travel on the ground. Vignettes and morsels of life away from life. Keep it up!
Choobaroo via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/21/20
Love these! Especially as we’re unable to visit far flung places right now. Engaging stories and voices. Highly recommend
Stokey Tim via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/21/20
As a long time reader of AFAR and a big fan of their travel philosophy, I am enjoying these Travel Tales. They are like daily doses of mediation that get me dreamking of traveling again! Will there be more coming soon?
margomacjames via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/21/20
love this podcast! perfect on my morning walks.
paigeobrien203$$ via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/21/20
Love it! So interesting
show stopper lover via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/21/20
Great and informative podcast! Can’t wait to travel again.
EEE^3 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/20/20
AFAR has always had amazing travel writing in its print magazine. Love that the stories are now available in podcast form.
estoen via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/20/20
I was pleasantly surprised to hear this tale and realize I know the lead - Azalina was one of the food vendors I routinely inspected at off the grid fort mason. She is truly a remarkable person and I wish her the very best! -Tara
tdondz via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/19/20
Like This American Life but just for travelers. Love it!
Brooklyn 311 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/19/20
Love hearing travel stories. It’s the next best thing to actual travel!
N2travel5 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/19/20
Another way to travel deeper from the Afar family. Terrific way to transport myself out of my living room these days!
Hmarkey123 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/19/20
Wonderful content. Love listening!
Fail fail fail again fail via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/19/20
Best travel podcast!!
Hmptnsbchgrl via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/19/20
It’s the best part of my day!
sboland913 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/19/20
I have been a reader of AFAR magazine, as well as their emails, for years, and thoroughly enjoy them; AFAR is by far my favorite travel magazine. Now, with Travel Tales, they have turned me into an extra big fan! The stories are so well-written, quirky at times, fun, poignant—in short, they...Read full review »
FridaK. via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/18/20
Best part thing to listen to during walks
rtb9007 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/18/20
Must listen for all travelers!
amaz81 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/18/20
Do you host a podcast?
Track your ranks and reviews from Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more.
See hourly chart positions and more than 30 days of history.
Get Chartable Analytics »