The Self-Guided Travel Podcast

By: Macs Adventure
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  • Discover self-guided travel on Scotland’s 96-mile hike, The West Highland Way with Arlette. Embrace the beauty of the majestic Highlands, encounter fascinating locals, delve into its rich history, and discover the ultimate freedom of exploring at your own pace. Book your next Self-Guided Travel adventure at macsadventure.com
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  • The Self-Guided Travel Podcast Trailer

    The Self-Guided Travel Podcast Trailer
    Dec 3 2024
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    2 mins
  • Hiking Scotland's West Highland Way: Self-Guided Travel with Macs Adventure

    Hiking Scotland's West Highland Way: Self-Guided Travel with Macs Adventure
    Dec 19 2024
    Join us for a solo self-guided journey along Scotland’s iconic West Highland Way with host Arlette Godges in this episode of The Self-Guided Travel Podcast. Hiking solo and self-guided with Macs Adventure, Arlette takes on the 96-mile trail, starting in Milngavie and trekking through the rugged beauty of Scotland’s lochs, mountains, and moss-covered forests. Along the way, she stops at the renowned Glengoyne Scotch Whisky Distillery and learns about the trail’s highlights and challenges from Jane McGeary from the West Highland Way Association. Distance hiked: 26.5 miles Duration : 10:46 hr over two days Ascent / Descent : 711.4 m / 731.6 m Summary : A gentle walk through the Scottish countryside from Milngavie, on the outskirts of Glasgow, to reach the charming Stirlingshire village of Drymen. The next day, walk through pine forest, and enjoy the views from the summit of Conic Hill before following the West Highland Way along the shores of Loch Lomond to reach Rowardennan. Highlights Include: 03’10 Whisky tasting and trail stories with Gordon Dallas, Whisky Experiential Ambassador at Glengoyne Distillery. 11’00 Expert advice on the West Highland Way from Jane McGeary. Insights into self-guided hiking tours and the joys of exploring Scotland’s dramatic landscapes at your own pace. Whether you're dreaming of hiking Scotland's West Highland Way, exploring Scotland walking tours, or planning your next self-guided hiking adventure, this episode has it all. Discover tips, local insights, and the magic of solo hiking through one of the world's most famous trails. Start planning your adventure today with Macs Adventure, the experts in self-guided travel. Discover the largest selection of hiking and biking routes in Scotland, Europe and beyond, all designed to help you explore spectacular destinations at your own pace. Book your next Self-Guided Travel adventure at macsadventure.com Produced by: The Big Light Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • Forest Bathing and Folk Heroes: Loch Lomond's Wonders

    Forest Bathing and Folk Heroes: Loch Lomond's Wonders
    Dec 26 2024
    Join us for a solo self-guided journey along Scotland’s iconic West Highland Way with host Arlette Godges in this episode of The Self-Guided Travel Podcast. Arlette hikes further into the Scottish Highlands, along Loch Lomond, where she finds a spot to practice forest bathing. Take deep breaths and hear about how nature can aid relaxation, before joining Arlette on her solo quest to find the hideout cave of a historical folk hero. Passing stunning views, Arlette then takes on a challenging hike through the mud to visit one of Scotland’s most haunted Inns to cap off the second leg of her Macs Adventure. Distance : 14.5 miles Duration : 7:0 hr Ascent / Descent : 216 m / 229 m Summary : On this section of the West Highland Way, the path rises high above Loch Lomond giving excellent views of the Arrochar Alps. Highlights Include: 03’35 Forest Bathing in Scotland’s enchanted oak forests. 05’15 Practising box breathing by the loch for your wellness. 10’00 Folk tales and spooky stories with Kerr (The Drover’s Inn). Insights into self-guided hiking tours and the joys of exploring Scotland’s dramatic landscapes at your own pace. Whether you're dreaming of hiking Scotland's West Highland Way, exploring Scotland walking tours, or planning your next self-guided hiking adventure, this episode has it all. Discover tips, local insights, and the magic of solo hiking through one of the world's most famous trails. Start planning your adventure today with Macs Adventure, the experts in self-guided travel. Discover the largest selection of hiking and biking routes in Scotland, Europe and beyond, all designed to help you explore spectacular destinations at your own pace. Book your next Self-Guided Travel adventure at macsadventure.com Produced by: The Big Light Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins

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