FLY Travel Radio with Melissa Rodway
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago -FLY Travel Radio is a community of explorers, where travels, books and business initiatives are shared through storytelling. It is the place to discover your next adventure, as you will find ideas, information and inspiration. Listen to interviews from those discussing their experiences on the road less travelled. With over 160 episodes, infinite adventure awaits. Whether you are planning your first trip, permanently nomadic, or vicariously traveling the world from the comfort of your couch, there is something here for you.
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FLY Travel Radio Episode 140: Hiking the Dolomites and the Ring of Kerry, with Tom Gehrels, Adventure Coordinators
March 25, 2020 00:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBWhile this is not a time for travel, this is a time for armchair travel to hear some great stories, and dream about the possibilities for the future. Tom Gehrels of Adventure Coordinators dropped by this past February to talk about his self-guided trek in the Dolomites in Italy. From there, we moved on to Ireland where Tom spoke of his Ring of Kerry hike and self-drive Ireland escapades. Having been to 103 countries, Tom knows adventure like no one else. Listen in for some good tips and ins...
FLY Travel Episode 139: The Cycle of Life and the Power of Saying Hello, with Mark Quattrocchi
March 17, 2020 23:50 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBIn 2014, teacher Mark Quattrocchi left his life in Southern China to cycle home .... to Canada. This was a journey that took him two years, through 40 countries, 5 continents and over 35,000 kilometres. Mark has written a book about his story, called "The Cycle of Life and the Power of Saying Hello". He joins me on FLY to discuss the beauty and challenges of this experience, and how simply saying hello can change everything. Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm. FLY airs every ...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 139: The Cycle of Life and the Power of Saying Hello, with Mark Quattrocchi
March 17, 2020 23:50 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBIn 2014, teacher Mark Quattrocchi left his life in Southern China to cycle home .... to Canada. This was a journey that took him two years, through 40 countries, 5 continents and over 35,000 kilometres. Mark has written a book about his story, called "The Cycle of Life and the Power of Saying Hello". He joins me on FLY to discuss the beauty and challenges of this experience, and how simply saying hello can change everything. Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm. FLY ai...
FLY Travel Episode 138: Walking Across Africa, with Explorer Mario Rigby
February 20, 2020 00:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBIn 2015, Mario Rigby left his Toronto life behind to walk and kayak across Africa. He had never been to Africa, he had no real trekking experience, and he had never kayaked. More than two years later, Mario had been through 8 countries, walked 12,000 kms and kayaked 550kms. While these feats are impressive on their own, Mario's awareness of himself, humanity, and all living things is the true discovery of this journey. Without any role models of black travellers and adventurers, Mario stress...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 138: Walking Across Africa, with Explorer Mario Rigby
February 20, 2020 00:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBIn 2015, Mario Rigby left his Toronto life behind to walk and kayak across Africa. He had never been to Africa, he had no real trekking experience, and he had never kayaked. More than two years later, Mario had been through 8 countries, walked 12,000 kms and kayaked 550kms. While these feats are impressive on their own, Mario's awareness of himself, humanity, and all living things is the true discovery of this journey. Without any role models of black travellers and adventurers, Mar...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 137: Monkeys and Mountains Adventure Travel, with Laurel Robbins
February 05, 2020 00:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBFellow Canadian Laurel Robbins spoke to FLY from Munich, Germany, her home for the past 9.5 years. Laurel is the founder of Monkeys and Mountains Adventure Travel, a company specializing in trekking, hiking and primate tours. Laurel gave us some great tips on planning a hiking trip such as what to look for, essential items to bring, the different options of guided/self-guided/independent trips, accommodations, and how to be on your best behaviour in those mountain huts. Laurel also has some ...
FLY Travel Episode 137: Monkeys and Mountains Adventure Travel, with Laurel Robbins
February 05, 2020 00:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBFellow Canadian Laurel Robbins spoke to FLY from Munich, Germany, her home for the past 9.5 years. Laurel is the founder of Monkeys and Mountains Adventure Travel, a company specializing in trekking, hiking and primate tours. Laurel gave us some great tips on planning a hiking trip such as what to look for, essential items to bring, the different options of guided/self-guided/independent trips, accommodations, and how to be on your best behaviour in those mountain huts. Laurel also has some ...
FLY Travel Episode 136: Switching to Airplane Mode, with Tony Perdomo
January 29, 2020 00:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBIn light of Bell Let's Talk that is coming up on January 29, 2020, Frequent FLY-er Tony Perdomo of Exodus Travels joins FLY to talk about mental health and the benefits of travel for depression and anxiety. Of course, there will also be some travel talk, what with Tony's recent hiking and cycling trips in Italy and Croatia. Never a dull moment with my friend, TP! FLY can be heard every Sunday at 1pm EST on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm.
FLY Travel Radio Episode 136: Switching to Airplane Mode, with Tony Perdomo
January 29, 2020 00:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBIn light of Bell Let's Talk that is coming up on January 29, 2020, Frequent FLY-er Tony Perdomo of Exodus Travels joins FLY to talk about mental health and the benefits of travel for depression and anxiety. Of course, there will also be some travel talk, what with Tony's recent hiking and cycling trips in Italy and Croatia. Never a dull moment with my friend, TP! FLY can be heard every Sunday at 1pm EST on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm.
FLY Travel Radio Episode 135: Trekking the Cleveland Way (UK), with Doug O'Neill
January 15, 2020 00:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBTravel Writer Doug O'Neill returns to FLY to talk about hiking the Cleveland Way in North Yorkshire, England. Tune in to learn about this 50 year old hiking trail (very young for the UK!) that takes you through desolate, beautiful interior moorlands AND charming seaside coastal villages. Two for the price of one! Rest assured, Doug will also reveal some quaint British pubs. No day of hiking is complete without a pint or two, or three, or.... If you are a hiker, this one will soon be on your ...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 134: New G Adventures National Geographic Journeys Trips, with Jackie Garrity
January 15, 2020 00:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBJackie Garrity, Product and Operations Partnership Manager for National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures, shares some of the new destinations for 2020! With Jackie having travelled in 65 countries, there is no better person to develop this line-up! There are 91 National Geographic Journeys trips available all around the globe. Tune in to learn more about the hands-on experiences, local connections and memorable moments that make these unique trips even more unique! Original broadcast o...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 133: The Jane Goodall Collection at G Adventures, with Amanda Dunning
January 02, 2020 00:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBAmanda Dunning, Brand Partnership Manager for the Jane Goodall Collection and National Geographic Journeys at G Adventures, talks to FLY today about the incredible Jane Goodall Collection! 12 new tours have been added to this collection, so start making your dreams a reality in 2020! Tune in to learn more about the partnership with the Jane Goodall Institute, and all of the once in a lifetime opportunities waiting out there for you! Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm. FLY can...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 132: The Record Tour, with Mike Carter (Toronto)
December 30, 2019 00:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBMike Carter returns to FLY to talk about The Record Tour! Tune in to learn about this unique Toronto experience where Mike will take you to vinyl shops and iconic venues while giving you some history on Toronto's music scene. You will also have the opportunity to play your newly purchased vinyl at Kensington Brewing Company! Check out this new adventure that is popular with tourists and locals alike! Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and https://ciut.fm/. FLY airs every Sunday at 1pm EST. C...
Travel Episode 132: The Record Tour, with Mike Carter (Toronto)
December 30, 2019 00:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBMike Carter returns to FLY to talk about The Record Tour! Tune in to learn about this unique Toronto experience where Mike will take you to vinyl shops and iconic venues while giving you some history on Toronto's music scene. You will also have the opportunity to play your newly purchased vinyl at Kensington Brewing Company! Check out this new adventure that is popular with tourists and locals alike! Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and https://ciut.fm/. FLY airs every Sunday at 1pm EST. C...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 131: Doug O'Neill Gives Great Travel Book Ideas for the Holidays!
December 17, 2019 00:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBFLY Reads! Tune in for some book talk! Travel Writer Doug O'Neill gives some great holiday gift ideas for the traveller/reader in your life. One item on the list is Doug's own book that he co-wrote with Jenn Smith Nelson, "110 Nature Hot Spots in Manitoba and Saskatchewan: The Best Parks, Conservation Areas and Wild Places". You will have to tune in to hear the others! Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm. FLY can be heard every Sunday at 1pm EST. Complete FLY collection can be ...
FLY Travel Episode 131: Doug O'Neill Gives Great Travel Book Ideas for the Holidays!
December 17, 2019 00:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBFLY Reads! Tune in for some book talk! Travel Writer Doug O'Neill gives some great holiday gift ideas for the traveller/reader in your life. One item on the list is Doug's own book that he co-wrote with Jenn Smith Nelson, "110 Nature Hot Spots in Manitoba and Saskatchewan: The Best Parks, Conservation Areas and Wild Places". You will have to tune in to hear the others! Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm. FLY can be heard every Sunday at 1pm EST. Complete FLY collection can be ...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 130: Access Holidays Canada Talks Accessible Travel
December 13, 2019 00:00 - 56 minutes - 77.6 MBBrian Simms of Access Holidays Canada talks to FLY about accessible travel for those with age related limitations, cognitive and physical challenges, and post-injury conditions. The opportunities are infinite. Brian discusses customized trips to Africa and beyond, what to look for in accommodations, and just how important it is to be prepared. Brian has great advice for travel, and for life in general! Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm. FLY can be heard every Sunday at 1pm E...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 129: 2 Motorbikes, 2 Friends, 2 Wheels South: From Brooklyn to Ushuaia
December 05, 2019 00:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBIn 2016-2017, Matias Corea and his best friend, Joel Estopà, drove two vintage BMW motorbikes from Brooklyn, New York, to Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost tip of the continent. Tune in to hear about this adventure taking them through more than 13 countries and over 32,000 kms. Whether you are driving in your car, sitting in your favourite chair, dreaming of your next trip, or hunched over a map as we speak, this is an hour of storytelling that will keep your adventurous fire lit...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 128: Celebrating African Music and Travel, with Nadine McNulty
November 14, 2019 00:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBHaving not been to Africa yet, I really enjoyed my conversation with fellow CIUT 89.5 FM presenter, Nadine McNulty, co-presenter of Karibuni, who joined me on FLY last Sunday. There are certain places in the world where you just 'feel' a connection. Listen to our interview to learn about Nadine's relentless efforts to help African musicians, her pursuit of visiting remote, difficult places to access, and why she is determined to visit every African country. Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5F...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 126: Woman with Altitude Returns to FLY, with Elise Wortley
November 08, 2019 00:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBElise Wortley, better known as Woman with Altitude, came back to FLY today. The last time we spoke with Elise, she had completed her trek in the Himalayas of Northern India, following in the footsteps of Alexandra David-Néel who set off in 1911 to trek for 14 years (leaving her husband behind). Elise emulated the experience of this explorer by wearing exactly what Alexandra would have been wearing at the time, meaning no modern day equipment or clothing. We catch up with Elise today to discu...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 115: Touring Africa with Maryke Nel, CEO, G Adventures
November 08, 2019 00:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBPart of the fun of traveling with a tour is the guide. This person represents the country being visited, giving insight into daily life, customs, cultures, social norms, language and more. It is hard not to feel a little bit taken with them. Maryke Nel, a CEO (Chief Experience Officer) for G Adventures, talks to FLY today about her life growing up in South Africa, and how her many passions and pursuits culminated in leading people through 13 African countries. Originally broadcast on CIUT 8...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 113: Learn to Sail with Pangaea Explorations
November 08, 2019 00:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBIf you are looking for a unique travel experience, tune in to hear my conversation with Eric Loss and Shanley McEntee of Pangaea Exploration. You could find yourself sailing the seas, having the adventure of your life! Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm FLY can be heard every Sunday at 1pm EST. Complete FLY archive can be found at https://soundcloud.com/fly-melissa-rodway/tracks.
FLY Travel Radio Episode 112: Paddling 'The Passage' for Two Generations
November 08, 2019 00:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBIn the summer of 1974, brothers Andy and Alan Dappen paddled from Washington to Alaska up the Inside Passage. They were among the first modern day paddlers to do this. In 2017, they returned to complete the final leg of the journey with Alan's sons Nathan and Ben. Tune in to hear about this moving story of growing up with legendary tales and how they shape your adventures from childhood to adulthood. Documentary film "The Passage", created by Nathan Dappen. Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 111: Earth Day with Changing Tides Foundation
November 08, 2019 00:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBFLY spent Earth Day talking to Becky Mendoza, Jianca Lazarus and Leane Darling Horton of Changing Tides Foundation. Learn about the incredible initiatives this group of surfers is creating for coastal communities around the world, as well as some of the environmental practices that you can participate in every day! There is no time like the present to get environmentally active. Captain Liz Clark, also from Changing Tides Foundation, reads a few segments from her book, Swell, giving us some...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 108: BK's Nepal Part 2; Homestay and Dancing in Chitwan National Park
November 08, 2019 00:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBHere is Part 2 with BK, Baikuntha Simkhada, our fabulous G Adventures CEO talking all things Nepal. Part of our trip included spending two nights in the Barauli Community Homestay in Chitwan National Park with the Tharu people. Delicious food, welcoming people, beautiful rural scenery .... and dancing! Listen to my interview with the Tharu women to learn how this homestay initiative with Planeterra Foundation has changed the future of this village. Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www....
FLY Travel Radio Episode 107: Talking All Things Nepal with BK, G Adventures CEO
November 08, 2019 00:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBFLY recently had the good fortune of traveling to Nepal with G Adventures. It was an incredible experience in the most amazing country with the greatest group of people, one of whom was Baikuntha Simkhada, also know as BK, our CEO (Chief Experience Officer). BK is by far the best CEO of any G trip I have done yet. He went above and beyond, ensuring each one of us walked away with our hearts bursting from the best possible experiences Nepal could give us. We are all grateful. Here is part of ...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 101: Walking Canada from Coast to Coast to Coast, with Dana Meise
November 08, 2019 00:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBDana Meise is the first Canadian to hike the entire Trans Canada Trail, now known as the The Great Trail. 10 years, 21,000kms, 3 oceans and a bit of frost bite later, he completed his journey in December, 2018. Dana probably knows Canada better than anyone, traversing through mountains, abandoned railroad tracks, forest, bush, urban streets, country roads and highways while meeting thousands of Canucks from coast to coast to coast. Tune in to hear about why and how he did it, why we need to ...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 100: Indigenous Tourism with Kylik Kisoun Taylor of Tundra North Tours
November 08, 2019 00:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBKylik Kisoun Taylor, owner of Tundra North Tours, spoke to FLY about life in Inuvik in the Northwest Territories, and the importance of Indigenous Tourism. For a unique experience, head to this part of Canada which is truly like no other. Infinite landscapes, traditional culture, welcoming people, humbling weather, important learning, and more once in a lifetime adventures than you could possibly imagine. Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm FLY can be heard every Sunday at 1pm...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 125: Photographing Myanmar with a Side of Anxiety, with Andy Berthiaume
November 08, 2019 00:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBAndy Berthiaume returns to FLY to talk about his recent trip to Myanmar with G Adventures. As a budding photographer/documentary filmmaker/audio storyteller, this part of the world is a dream for creative types. Andy is also very candid about his struggles with anxiety, and what travel is like for him. Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm. FLY Travel Radio airs every Sunday at 1pm EST. The complete FLY archive can be found at https://soundcloud.com/fly-melissa-rodway/tracks
FLY Travel Radio Episode 127: Still Standing Across Canada, with Fraser Young
November 08, 2019 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBStand-up Comedian Fraser Young talks to FLY about his career as the Head Writer and Consulting Producer for Still Standing on CBC. Still Standing is an amazing TV show that takes you to small towns across Canada that you probably have never heard of, while introducing you to stories of perseverance and determination that need to be heard. The show gives an interesting education about both the people and the geography of Canada, and is told with humour and grace. Fraser talks to FLY about his...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 117: All Things Nepal... According to FLY
October 17, 2019 03:13 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBHere is the final installment of "All Things Nepal". Tune in to hear FLY host, Melissa Rodway, take her turn in the interviewee chair, discussing her recent trip to Nepal with fill-in host, Tony Perdomo. Sound effects to boot! Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm FLY can be heard every Sunday at 1pm EST. Complete FLY archive can be found at https://soundcloud.com/fly-melissa-rodway/tracks.
FLY Travel Radio Episode 119: Hard Truths and Sunny Skies with ESL Teacher, Melissa Alvia
October 17, 2019 02:49 - 36 minutes - 25 MBMelissa Alvia talks honestly about her experience living abroad as an ESL teacher in Japan, what she loves about the ESL freelance career she has created in Toronto, and the benefits and convenience of taking courses with OnTESOL, an online certification program. Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm. FLY Travel Radio airs every Sunday at 1pm EST. The complete FLY archive can be found at https://soundcloud.com/fly-melissa-rodway/tracks
FLY Travel Radio Episode 121: Rice and Carry, Upcycling in Sri Lanka
October 17, 2019 02:38 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBSuzy and Henry of Rice & Carry spoke to FLY about the upcycling business they created in Sri Lanka, re-using rice sacks as fashionable bags that are now popular with tourists. They have also created Waste Less Arugam Bay, a company striving to reduce plastic waste through creative recycling initiatives. Listen to the interview to learn about the community oriented lifestyle this German-Austrian couple has created in a remote village in Sri Lanka. Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ci...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 122: Exploring the Toronto-Algonquin Greenway; Running the Monarch Ultra Relay
October 17, 2019 02:27 - 53 minutes - 37 MBA double decker! In part one, Rodney Fuentes of Explore Origins Films spoke to FLY about the adventures of hiking, biking and paddling the Toronto-Algonquin Greenway (TAG) and the opportunity to explore the many beautiful communities along the way. In the second half, Rodney spoke to FLY about The Monarch Ultra Relay leaving Peterborough (Ontario) on Sept 19th, heading for the Sierra Madre mountains in Mexico! Learn about this amazing initiative to bring awareness to the plight of the monarc...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 123: Trekking El Camino De Costa Rica, with Garry Wallace
October 17, 2019 02:17 - 30 minutes - 21 MBFLY was broken up into two parts this week, it was that good. Up first, Garry Wallace takes us to Costa Rica where he recently hiked the new El Camino de Costa Rica. Listen in to learn about Garry's experience walking 280kms through mountain ranges, rainforests, rivers and more, going from the Atlantic to the Pacific. See Soundcloud for Part Two: The Rick Shaw Run in India! Originally broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm. FLY can be heard every Sunday at 1pm EST on CIUT. Complete FLy ar...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 124: Surviving India's Rick Shaw Run, with Garry Wallace
October 17, 2019 02:07 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBIn part two of Garry's Adventures, we are off to India where he participated in the Rickshaw Run this past January. Garry and his teammate drove a 7hp tuk tuk over 2,000kms around the country for two weeks. It is obvious that Garry has nine lives. Original broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm. FLY can be heard every Sunday at 1pm EST. Complete FLY archive can be found at https://soundcloud.com/fly-melissa-rodway/tracks
Travel Episode 117: All Things Nepal... According to FLY
October 17, 2019 00:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBHere is the final installment of "All Things Nepal". Tune in to hear FLY host, Melissa Rodway, take her turn in the interviewee chair, discussing her recent trip to Nepal with fill-in host, Tony Perdomo. Sound effects to boot! Originally broadcast on CIUT 89.5FM and www.ciut.fm. FLY Travel Radio can be heard every Sunday at 1pm EST.
FLY Travel Radio Episode 97: One Year on a Bike, with Martijn Doolaard
May 12, 2019 00:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBSome of us ride our bike to work, to visit friends or to run errands. Not Martijn Doolaard. In 2015, Martijn left his work and life in Amsterdam and rode all the way to .....Singapore. After putting out a book and a film about this adventure, Martijn set out again, now cycling from Vancouver, BC to Patagonia in South America. FLY was fortunate to catch up with him during a recent rest stop in Bogota, Colombia. Tune in to learn about this amazing man and his amazing journey. Originallybroadca...
FLY Travel Radio Episode 80: From El Salvador to Sudbury in 1988, with Tony Perdomo
October 07, 2018 00:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBOne of my favourite guests tells his life story today on FLY! Tony Perdomo of Exodus Travels talks about what it was like for he and his family to leave El Salvador to immigrate to Canada in 1988. They arrived in Sudbury in the dead of winter with one suitcase each, and little to no English in their grasp. Tune in to hear about this incredible story of transition, bravery and embracing the unknown. Gracias, Tony!! Originally broadcast on CIUT89.5FM and www.ciut.fm.