It's party time! Alun turned 30 this week and we celebrated his birthday in style! Presented with a birthday gift live on air, Alun looks back on a decade of travel and offers insights into how it feels to be travelling at 30. We also reflect on what's been an incredible two months in Mumbai. Mumbai will, for many reasons, always hold a special place in our hearts; a true turning point in the TRIPOLOGY story. Recorded live from a hotel with a no-star rating, we're travelling through Gujurat...

We set off on a 48-hour mission to uncover Alun's family history. After catching a night bus 9 hours south of Mumbai, we had just one day to discover as much as we could about Alun's Polish Grandparents, who lived in Valivade during the 1940s. We struck gold before breakfast, managing to meet the local Governor, who happily escorted us around the village and nearby city of Kolhapur, ensuring the trip exceeded our wildest dreams! The Polish refugee camp in Valivade was the largest camp for...

It’s Adam’s turn this week, as he recounts his city break to India’s capital Delhi. If being scammed on bus rides and meeting promiscuous Indian men is your bag, be sure to tune in! Other highlights include visiting the majestic Taj Mahal in Agra, as well as indulging in the best street food India has to offer. Have you been scammed whilst travelling? Send your messages to ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Follow us on...

Alun takes off on a road trip to Murud, south of Mumbai, Maharashtra. His inability to navigate results in a few wrong turns and he ends up lost in Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary without as much as a drop of water to his name. Have we not told you how hot it is here? If the dehydration doesn’t get him, the leopards will! Tune in for lots of animal trivia and heartwarming travel advice, as we share how to make the most of any trip in the face of adversity. Is that a mouse or a deer? Or a Jack...

Adam's experiencing money troubles, with the Canadian tax authorities hot on his tail. Being locked out of your bank account and accused of committing financial fraud is never ideal, especially when you're travelling on a completely different continent. Is this Digital Nomad life really for him? The back half of the episode is heavily weighted towards Tuk-tuks and personal hygiene, as Alun will stop at nothing until every Tripologist is washing their bottom with water. Don't you dare let him...

Alun’s received the lion’s share of bad luck in the hostel, as his possessions continue to go missing. Are the hostel staff to blame or is there a backpacker thief on the loose? Listen, as we investigate and insinuate. Alun gets his revenge by performing what can only be described as the greatest train stunt Churchgate Station has ever seen. Check out our Instagram page to see the action unfold! ‘Rice 4 Breakfast’ is back with a carb-heavy offering. Fried potato in a bun? It can only be the...

If you hadn't already heard, it's unbearably hot in Mumbai. So, true to form, like two British tourists, we decided to wait until the sun was at its most powerful and take a boat trip over to Elephanta Island, to discover the ancient Hindu caves. Strange behaviour from the security guards ensured we didn't hang around for long! Alun's in his element, deep-diving into Hinduism, and in the second half of the episode we share another edition of 'Alun's Miscellaneous Travel Item', where we...

Back to our roots with some alternative travel chat. Creating a bucket list can be a useful tool in helping you achieve your travel objectives. But have you ever considered the disadvantages of having a bucket list? Tune in this week as we discuss the negative impact your bucket list could be having on your travels. We've also got a brand new edition of Tripping Point to share with you! If you like Mr. & Mrs, you're bound to love this! What's on your bucket list? Send your messages to...

We've made Mumbai our home! We're loving life in India's most dynamic city. This week we celebrated Gudi Padwa (Hindu New Year) in south Mumbai's Colaba district. Vibrant street parades, hypnotic percussive performances, and jaw-dropping traditional costumes! Stay tuned until the end as we tackle another question from a listener in 'Hostel Common Room'. Send us your India travel stories! Send your messages to [email protected] Feel free to recommend the podcast to family &...

Initially, the idea of visiting the largest slum in India didn’t sit well with us, but after speaking with a number of backpackers who had, we were reassured that instead of being intrusive and voyeuristic, it was in fact an opportunity to educate ourselves. Dharavi in Mumbai is a sprawling residential & commercial area covering more than 500 acres! Housing 1 million registered residents and a reported 1 million more who remain unregistered, Dharavi is a densely populated, compact...

We celebrated Holi Festival in Mumbai! This week's more colourful and psychedelic than ever, as we describe our incredible experience of the Hindu festival Holi. Technicolor outfits, throwing paint at strangers, and drinking beverages that intensify one's emotions; this week's a real party! Come join the fun! Have you celebrated Holi in India? We'd love to hear from you! Send your messages to [email protected] Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of...

Witness this monumental moment in TRIPOLOGY history: Adam and Alun have both travelled to Mumbai, India, as they begin the journey of a lifetime. This new and exciting phase will see Adam and Alun travelling India together. There's never been a better time to subscribe and follow the podcast! If you have any tips or advice for India, we'd love to hear from you! Send your messages to [email protected] Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them)....

Guilt-Tripology may be more accurate this week, as Adam admits trespassing on the grounds of a grand palace in Sintra: UNESCO World Heritage Site near Lisbon, Portugal. Alun's broadcasting from Kerala, India. Beating the heat and trying his best not to melt, he delivers the latest edition of 'Tripological Reasoning'. What would you do?! Have you broken the rules whilst travelling? Send your stories to [email protected] Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends...

Alun's hanging loose and beach bumming in Kerala, India. South Asia is a Surfer's Paradise and Alun's surf lessons, coupled with his determination and unconventionally short haircut start producing impressive results. In the second half of the episode, 'Alun's Miscellaneous Travel Item' sees the return of the fiercely debated topic 'Top Bunk vs Bottom Bunk'. It's a fair fight and one which may have resulted in the genesis of the first ever TRIPOLOGY Hostel. Where's your favourite surfing...

Hungover to high heaven but fuelled by his love for Seville, Adam shares his experience of life in Andalusia, Southern Spain: Flamenco dancing, incredible local food, stunning architecture, and more sunshine than you can shake a stick at! Alun's broadcasting from Kerala, Southern India, and he's cooking! Fresh from a trip in Sri Lanka, he's been riding all the waves and hanging all the tens! Which travel experience took your breath away? Send your stories to [email protected] Feel...

Adam & Alun are joined by a long-awaited guest on the podcast, it's Jonny: Alun's loyal travel buddy through Southern India and Sri Lanka. Having explored Sri Lanka by tuk tuk, we hear how Alun & Jonny visited Adam's Peak, which Alun describes as "one of the worst things I've ever queued for!" Luckily, they subsequently ripped through 'Elephant Road' on their tuk tuk, which delivered some breathtaking wildlife encounters. What did you think of this episode? Send your messages to...

Love is in the air! Recorded on Valentines Day, we join Adam & Alun for all things relationships and travel. Is it possible to find true love on the road? Does travel support relationships? Are backpackers constantly at it? All this and more on today's romantic holiday! We also share an email from a listener in the latest edition of Hostel Common Room. If you have any questions about Working Holiday Visas, be sure to tune in! Are you a travelling couple? Have you found love on the road?...

After more than 3 years in Canada, and jet-lagged to high heaven, Adam returns to the UK to spend time with his family. One of the quintessential travel experiences, 'returning home' is an emotional rollercoaster us long-term travellers live many times over, but that doesn't mean it gets any easier. Alun's in Sri Lanka, loving life at the beach, and has promised to share his magical experiences in upcoming episodes. We also hear the latest instalment of 'Rice 4 Breakfast', and if you've ever...

Alun's wondrous travels through India take a frightening turn in Bangalore, when he's cornered by two guys on a motorbike and threatened with a knife. In this tense episode, Alun describes his terrifying experience of being mugged. In an attempt to lighten the mood, Alun introduces a new game to the podcast. Alun gives Adam hypothetical travel scenarios he must negotiate, in order to train and prepare him for his travels in the near future. Lights, Camera, Action! If you have any comments...

Start the celebrations! Adam has finally achieved Permanent Residency in Canada! Adam has been working towards his Canadian status upgrade for 3 years and is extremely excited to share the news, but what does this mean for TRIPOLOGY? Alun's journey through India continues, as we hear how his experience is influenced by his interest in Hinduism, and we play another round of everyone's favourite travel quiz show: Tripping Point. If you have any questions about Permanent Residency for Canada,...

Alun arrives in India, as a stranger's finger arrives in his mouth! Was this invasive act completely innocent or did the assailant wait until Alun had fallen asleep to make his move? You decide! Alun recounts his nightmare bus journey from Jaipur to Mumbai, as well as his New Year party antics (in a parallel universe), and Adam finally reveals the name of his new item on the podcast... Hang on a minute. Rice for breakfast? Have you had a nightmare bus journey? Send us an email at...

The third and final part of our 'Hiking the Himalayas' series concludes with an interview with Emmie & Lucas. Alun completed the trek with Emmie & Lucas, forming the triumphant trekking trio, and they've now reunited in Kathmandu to debrief one another and discuss their experiences. A very true, very special bond developed whilst on the road. We hear them reminisce about the physical and mental challenges, the crazy angles of a tea house, the questionable yet surprising uses for yak...

The journey continues... Adventurous Alun has reached the halfway point of the Three Passes Trek, passing Everest Base Camp and heading towards Kala Patthar, Gorak Shep, Lobuche, and Gokyo, before returning to Namche Bazaar. Encountering the most challenging day yet, the efforts of Alun, Emmie and Lucas are rewarded with jaw-dropping scenery, including the bluest lake imaginable. We'd love to hear about your hiking adventures! Send us an email at [email protected] You can...

If you've ever wondered what it's like to hike the Himalayas, this is the series for you! Adam & Alun connect once again, as Alun shares his daily account of hiking along the Three Passes Trek through the Himalayas in Nepal. Using a series of live voice recordings, Alun was able to document each day trekking through the mountains. Expect stunning scenery, questionable fire fuel, and a high dose of altitude sickness! The Three Passes Trek is located in the Everest Region (Sagarmatha...

TRIPOLOGY Podcast celebrates its 1st Birthday! Alun's in good spirits as he joins us from Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha. Alun's keen interest in Buddhism motivates him to go against the travel advice of other backpackers, exploring Lumbini and learning more about Siddhartha Gautama aka The Buddha. Alun shares his experiences in Chitwan, including a safari in Chitwan National Park. The spectacular wildlife is so abundant that it makes seeing a rhinoceros a walk in the park! Have you...