Passport to Everywhere with Melissa Biggs Bradley

Passport to Everywhere with Melissa Biggs Bradley

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Every week, you are invited to join Melissa Biggs Bradley, CEO and Founder of Indagare Travel, on an incredible worldwide journey as she introduces you to inspirational guests, transports you to dream destinations, shares travel tips and advice, and explores the future of travel. This is your Passport to Everywhere. Follow Melissa on Instagram @indagarefounder and @indagaretravel

Passport to Everywhere is now on the SiriusXM App

Passport to Everywhere is now on the SiriusXM App

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Nov 21, 2023 • 0:22

Hotel Legends: Ireland's Ballyfin with Liam Krehbiel

Hotel Legends: Ireland's Ballyfin with Liam Krehbiel

This week on Passport to Everywhere, the focus is on the charming, mystical country of Ireland. Melissa is joined by Indagare Destinations Director John Cantrell as they swap tips for making the most of a trip to the Emerald Isle. John – with his decades of trip planning experience –– speaks about some of his favorite castle properties, top activities (don’t miss the Trinity College Library or the Ballymaloe Cookery School), and other itinerary musts. From Northern Ireland to Dublin and across t

Nov 16, 2023 • 56:57

Jasper Conran on Design and Morocco

Jasper Conran on Design and Morocco

Jasper Conran is one of the most celebrated and renowned British designers of our time. To name just a few career highlights… he designed the wedding dress for Lady Sarah Elizabeth Chatto, the granddaughter of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, clothing for Princess Diana; he created numerous sets and costumes for ballets and operas, and has designed everything from home decor to accessories and luggage. Later in his career, he turned his attention to Morocco - the subject of t

Nov 9, 2023 • 56:00

Travel Style & Design with Jonathan Adler

Travel Style & Design with Jonathan Adler

Potter, author, and renowned global designer Jonathan Adler joins Melissa to talk about travel style and design. Jonathan has created one of the leading design labels of our time through his colorful and whimsical modern American glamor patterns and designs. He left his day job in film to pursue his passion for pottery, and 10 years later opened his first store in SoHo. His namesake brand is now a leading global design company with stores in Chicago, New York and a new location in London. With h

Nov 2, 2023 • 51:33

Exploration and Adventure with Former Patagonia CEO Kris Tompkins

Exploration and Adventure with Former Patagonia CEO Kris Tompkins

Kristine Tompkins is the former CEO of Patagonia and the co-founder and president of Tompkins Conservation. Recently profiled by the prolific Academy-award winning duo Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Versalyi in the National Geographic documentary Wild Life, Kris’s daring, adventurous, bold endeavors with her husband Doug Tompkins continue to create ripples of lasting change. After serving as the CEO of Patagonia for 20 years, she uprooted her life and moved to Chile for her love of Doug and the w

Oct 26, 2023 • 54:32

Travel Legends: Author Frances Mayes on Tuscany and Home

Travel Legends: Author Frances Mayes on Tuscany and Home

Frances Mayes is the New York Times Bestselling Author of Under the Tuscan Sun, which was turned into the beloved romantic movie starring Diane Lane in 2003. As the film just celebrated its 20th anniversary, Frances joins Melissa to talk about how her love for Italy transformed her own life while also capturing the attention of women ready to make a change around the world. Plus, with her newly released book, A Place in the World: Finding the Meaning of Home, she explores the mysterious concept

Oct 19, 2023 • 53:17

Future of Travel with Harley Davidson CEO Jochen Zeitz

Future of Travel with Harley Davidson CEO Jochen Zeitz

Jochen Zeitz is a business leader, author, agent of change and the founder of Segera Retreat, the luxury lodge sitting on 50,000 acres in Laikipia, Kenya. At the young age of 30, he was appointed CEO of Puma where he turned the almost bankrupt brand into a global phenomenon. Years later, he followed his passion for art and conservation, and opened the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa in Cape Town (Zeitz MOCAA) and the award-winning luxury eco-lodge Segera Retreat. He also started the B Te

Oct 12, 2023 • 57:20

A Real Life Emily in Paris + Paris Tips with Author Anna Kloots

A Real Life Emily in Paris + Paris Tips with Author Anna Kloots

New York Times Bestselling Author Anna Kloots joins Melissa to talk about her new memoir, My Own Magic: A Reappearing Act, which details her travels around the world entwined in a coming of age story. After her marriage ended at the age of 30, Anna decided to fulfill her lifelong dream and move to Paris.  In this heartfelt episode, she shares her journey with Melissa and explores why travel serves as a vehicle for finding confidence and rediscovering the magic within. Anna also shares what livin

Oct 5, 2023 • 56:48

The Future of Travel: Chip Conley on Wisdom, Aging & the Modern Elder Academy

The Future of Travel: Chip Conley on Wisdom, Aging & the Modern Elder Academy

Bestselling author and hospitality entrepreneur Chip Conley founded the Modern Elder Academy to change the way we think about aging and happiness, and to help people navigate through midlife. The Modern Elder Academy (MEA) has gained international attention for its campus in Baja attracting midlife seekers from around the world with guest teachers like Richard Rhor, Michael Franti and Pico Iyer. Chip’s goal is to help others reimagine their lives and discover how to work through transitions, cul

Sep 28, 2023 • 56:50

Know Before You Go: Rwanda & Gorilla Trekking with CEO of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund Dr. Tara Stoinski

Know Before You Go: Rwanda & Gorilla Trekking with CEO of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund Dr. Tara Stoinski

Dian Fossey was an American conservationist and primatologist known for her work studying endangered mountain gorillas in the forests of Rwanda, where she worked from 1966 until her murder in 1985. Dian’s book, Gorillas in the Mist, which was published two years before her death, chronicles her scientific work. It was later adapted into an Academy Award-nominated film starring Sigourney Weaver, which turned Dian Fossey into a household name. To this day, Dian’s legacy continues, carried out by t

Sep 21, 2023 • 59:35

Hotel Legends: Vermont’s Twin Farms with John Graham

Hotel Legends: Vermont’s Twin Farms with John Graham

Twin Farms is as legendary as it gets on the American hotel circuit. Located in picturesque Barnard, VT, just 1.5 hours from Burlington and 20 minutes from the charming village of Woodstock, this landmark hotel sits on 300 acres of pristine Vermont land. The hotel is intimate and historic with a sense of place few hotels in the U.S. have managed to capture. In fact, the Main House itself is an 18th century farmhouse purchased by writer Sinclair Lewis and famed journalist Dorothy Thompson in the

Sep 14, 2023 • 53:00

Dr. Frank Lipman on Health & Travel

Dr. Frank Lipman on Health & Travel

Dr. Frank Lipman is an author, doctor and pioneer in the field of Functional Medicine. He’s written numerous bestsellers covering sleep, mindfulness and healthy habits including How to Be Well: The 6 Keys to a Happy and Healthy Life and The New Rules of Aging Well. He’s been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, Women’s Health and appeared on Today, The Dr. Oz Show, and more. In today’s episode, he shares his expertise for healthy living and reveals simple tools you can use both at home and whi

Sep 7, 2023 • 55:54

Hotel Legends: Montana's The Ranch at Rock Creek with Jim Manley

Hotel Legends: Montana's The Ranch at Rock Creek with Jim Manley

Jim Manley is the founder of the world’s first-ever Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Ranch, the Ranch at Rock Creek, located in one of Montana’s most spectacular valleys. At 10 years old, he told his father, “When I’m older, I’m going to get a horse, a rifle, and a ranch.” Forty-three years later following a successful career in finance, his childhood dream came true. After looking at hundreds of ranches, he finally settled on a property between Yellowstone and Glacier National Park surrounded by w

Aug 31, 2023 • 53:24

Finding Yourself through Travel with Journalist Luke Russert

Finding Yourself through Travel with Journalist Luke Russert

Luke Russert is an Emmy-award winning journalist who left his career covering American politics on NBC Nightly News, TODAY, and MSNBC to travel the world. After the death of his father, the legendary journalist Tim Russert, Luke set out on a three month trip that turned into three years as he traveled to six continents covering 67 countries. He journaled every step of the way, and it was only upon returning — in his grandmother’s kitchen in San Francisco — that he realized his journey was much g

Aug 24, 2023 • 52:05

Fashion & Travel with Designer/Entrepreneur Liz Lange

Fashion & Travel with Designer/Entrepreneur Liz Lange

Fashion Designer and Entrepreneur Liz Lange revolutionized maternity fashion in the 1990s when she founded Liz Lange Maternity. She’s now the CEO and Creative Director of Figue, a women’s luxury label, where she’s working to breathe new life into the lifestyle brand, which describes itself as having a ‘global nomad-meets-jet-set’ spirit. In today’s episode, Liz shares her journey – from changing the mindset around maternity clothing to her work transforming Figue. She reveals fascinating stories

Aug 17, 2023 • 51:46

Hotel Legends: The Ashram with Catharina Hedburg

Hotel Legends: The Ashram with Catharina Hedburg

Catharina Hedburg is the co-founder of the legendary Ashram, a boot camp retreat, nestled in the Santa Monica hills of Calabasas. Originally from Sweden, Cat and her business partner (the late Anne-Marie Bennstrom) opened The Ashram in 1974 decades before the boot camp concept became popular. Almost 50 years later, it continues to book out months in advance, welcoming both new visitors and return guests. Cat has created an environment for nurturing the mind, body and soul through yoga, hiking, f

Aug 10, 2023 • 53:00

Know Before You Go: Spain with Designer Michael Smith

Know Before You Go: Spain with Designer Michael Smith

Michael Smith is one of the leading interior designers and decorators of our time. Honored as an AD Hall of Famer and Elle Decor’s Designer of the Year in 2003, he’s done apartments and homes for the likes of Shonda Rhimes, Cindy Crawford, and even the Obamas during their White House tenure. Each project he works on is deeply thoughtful and also unique. His career has taken him all over the world, with one of his most interesting projects being his redesign of the U.S. embassy residence in Madri

Aug 3, 2023 • 57:25

Family Travel Tips & Tricks

Family Travel Tips & Tricks

“Travel brings out the best version of ourselves, it’s a version that’s very curious and open-minded and open-hearted. And having your children being able to see you in that mode, and you being able to see them… is a very powerful thing,” Eliza Harris shares in this week’s episode on family travel. Indagare Editorial Director Annie Fitzsimmons and COO Eliza Harris join Melissa this week on Passport to Everywhere to explore the joys, magic, challenges, pains and practicalities of traveling with f

Jul 27, 2023 • 51:10

Jet Lag Hacks and the Science of Sleep with Expert Rebecca Robbins

Jet Lag Hacks and the Science of Sleep with Expert Rebecca Robbins

Sleep Scientist and the co-author of Sleep for Success, Dr. Rebecca Robbins, has dedicated her life to researching sleep. She’s a frequent guest on TV shows such as The Today Show and CBS This Morning and has been featured in the New York Times, Financial Times, and Readers’ Digest. She worked as a “Sleep Consultant” for the Benjamin Hotel in New York, where she implemented a pillow menu and power nap kit for guests, and she also partners with the hotel brand Sonesta to offer guests a variety of

Jul 20, 2023 • 55:38

Know Before You Go: Camino de Santiago with Author Andrew McCarthy

Know Before You Go: Camino de Santiago with Author Andrew McCarthy

The Camino de Santiago, also known as ‘The Way of Saint James’, has welcomed Christian pilgrims, or peregrinos, for thousands of years. Its path across northwestern Spain to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela remains one of the most popular pilgrimages for people from all over the world, seeing spiritual seekers, adventurers, everyday travelers and more.In this episode, actor, travel writer, author and director Andrew McCarthy joins Melissa to talk about his new book Walking with Sam: A Fat

Jul 13, 2023 • 55:47

Hotel Legends: Fife Arms with Artfarm CEO Ewan Venters

Hotel Legends: Fife Arms with Artfarm CEO Ewan Venters

Nestled in the  majestic Scottish Highlands, the Fife Arms was recently named best hotel in the U.K. by the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. With over 16,000 pieces of art and antiques, this 19th-century hunting lodge turned hotel in the historical village of Braemar serves as both an international art gallery as well as an eclectic, cozy, and welcoming countryside home. Though a newer hotel (it opened only in 2019), the Fife Arms quickly earned legend status and consistently wows tra

Jul 6, 2023 • 54:43

Hotel Legends: Fogo Island Inn with Zita Cobb

Hotel Legends: Fogo Island Inn with Zita Cobb

Zita Cobb, the extraordinary woman behind the captivating, yet somewhat undiscovered Fogo Island Inn, has impacted and inspired the tourism industry in a multitude of ways. As the founder and CEO of the Canadian foundation Shorefast, and the creator and innkeeper of the Fogo Island Inn in Newfoundland, she’s harnessed the power of community in the sub-arctic to create something uniquely innovative. On today’s episode of Passport to Everywhere, Zita joins Melissa to share why Fogo Island Inn is a

Jun 29, 2023 • 51:58

Charleston’s New International African American Museum with CEO Dr. Tonya Matthews

Charleston’s New International African American Museum with CEO Dr. Tonya Matthews

This week, Melissa is joined by Dr. Tonya Matthews, an esteemed scholar and advocate for cultural preservation. Dr. Matthews serves as the President & CEO of the International African American Museum (IAAM) in Charleston, South Carolina. With her deep understanding of African American history and her passion for community engagement, she sheds light on the museum's mission and the stories it aims to tell.Our conversation delves into Dr. Matthews background, the founding of the International Afri

Jun 22, 2023 • 59:50

Mexico Travel Tips & Tequila with Casa Dragones CEO

Mexico Travel Tips & Tequila with Casa Dragones CEO

If you want more information on the tequila, restaurants, galleries, and hotels mentioned in this week’s episode, click on the links below: Casa Dragones TequilasJoven - made for sipping and pairing with food, the joven is smooth with a hazelnut-hinted finish and is best served neat.Añejo - featuring notes of fig and roasted almonds with a round finish, the añejo is perfect to sip after dinner.Reposado - rested in oak casks with notes of apricot and butterscotch, the reposado is best served neat

Jun 15, 2023 • 47:36

Know Before You Go: Grand Canyon with Geno Kelly

Know Before You Go: Grand Canyon with Geno Kelly

This week Melissa Biggs Bradley transports you to the Grand Canyon for a conversation about how to get the most out of your trip to one of the greatest natural wonders in the United States.  President Roosevelt declared the Grand Canyon a national park in 1908 and famously said, "Leave it as it is. Man cannot improve on it; not a bit. The ages have been at work on it, and man can only mar it. What you can do is keep it for your children and your children's children and for all who come after you

Jun 8, 2023 • 53:37

Food & Travel Legends: Chef Eric Ripert of Le Bernardin

Food & Travel Legends: Chef Eric Ripert of Le Bernardin

If you want more information on the restaurants mentioned in this week’s episode, click on the links below:  Le Bernardin - From co-owner Maguy Le Coze and Chef Eric Ripert, this luxury seafood restaurant earned four stars from The New York Times three months after its opening, was ranked #1 in the world in 2019 by La Liste, and held a spot on the World’s 50 Best List for many years. Here you can enjoy a renowned dining experience with Ripert’s Mediterranean influence mixed into the art of seafo

Jun 1, 2023 • 50:59

Travel Legends: Sir Richard Branson

Travel Legends: Sir Richard Branson

This week on Passport to Everywhere, Melissa is joined by legendary entrepreneur and adventurer Sir Richard Branson. Renowned for his trailblazing spirit, Branson has carved a name for himself in diverse industries such as music, aviation, hotels, and even space exploration. The episode delves into his remarkable journey, starting from his early days when he left school at 16 to launch his own magazine, to starting Virgin Records later Virgin Airlines and the Virgin Limited Edition hotel group,

May 25, 2023 • 39:29

Know Before You Go: India with Travel Writer Fiona Caulfield

Know Before You Go: India with Travel Writer Fiona Caulfield

This week Melissa is joined by Fiona Caulfield for a vibrant and captivating conversation about travel and experiences in the country of India. Known for its rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes, India is a sensory overload that leaves travelers wanting more.  Fiona Caulfield is a true connoisseur of all things India. Her journey began when she left her high-profile career in consulting  and embarked on a life-changing adventure in India, pursuing her passion for travel and au

May 18, 2023 • 45:49

Laudomia Pucci: On Florence, Art, Family & Fashion

Laudomia Pucci: On Florence, Art, Family & Fashion

If you want more information on the hotels, restaurants, or museums mentioned in this week’s episode, click on the links below:   Hotels:Four Seasons FirenzeVilla San Michele, a Belmond HotelRocco Forte's Hotel SavoyHotel LungarnoPortrait FirenzeThe PlaceHelvetia and Bristol Restaurants:Cantinetta AntinoriBuca LapiAtelier de' NerliOsteria Cinghiale BiancoRistorante Il Profeta FirenzeOsteria dell' Enoteca Museums:LaTinaia Al Bosco - Contemporary art foundation outside of Florence. Their current

May 11, 2023 • 55:35

India Hicks on Aid Missions in Ukraine

India Hicks on Aid Missions in Ukraine

This week Melissa sits down with longtime friend, India Hicks. India has lived an adventurous and multifaceted life. London-native, daughter of designer David Hicks and Lady Pamela Mountbatten (who was a lady in waiting to Queen Elizabeth II), goddaughter to King Charles III and former Ralph Lauren model. Over the years India has flourished as a designer, author and entrepreneur – publishing four design books and launching numerous show stopping collections.   Melissa first met India on a trip t

May 4, 2023 • 45:44

Hotel Legends: London's Claridge's Hotel

Hotel Legends: London's Claridge's Hotel

This week on Passport to Everywhere, Melissa Biggs Bradley explores the iconic Claridge's hotel in London, often called the "annex of Buckingham Palace." Since opening its doors in 1854, Claridge's has welcomed dozens of beloved royals, foreign dignitaries, and Hollywood stars, earning a reputation as one of the most star-studded hotels in the world.  Melissa sits down with Claridge's archivist Kate Hudson and lead butler Michael Lynch, who have intimate knowledge of the hotel's rich history and

Apr 27, 2023 • 55:27

Know Before You Go: Egypt with Zahi Hawass

Know Before You Go: Egypt with Zahi Hawass

This week on Passport to Everywhere, Melissa welcomes Dr. Zahi Hawass a formidable figure in Egyptology. As the Former Director of Excavations at Giza, Saqqara, and the Valley of Kings… and two-time Minister of State for Antiquities Affairs, Dr. Hawass has made a number of major discoveries that have shaped the way we understand the ancient world. Dr. Hawass’s finds include the Tombs of the Pyramid Builders at Giza and the Valley of the Golden Mummies at Bahariya Oasis, the Lost Golden City near

Apr 20, 2023 • 57:04

Hotel Legends: Hotel du Cap Eden Roc

Hotel Legends: Hotel du Cap Eden Roc

On this episode of Passport to Everywhere, Melissa Biggs Bradley takes you on a captivating journey to the dazzling Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc along the French Riviera on the Cap d’Antibes.  Known for its storied and star-studded history, as well as the glamorous destination where celebrities stay who attend the Cannes Film Festival, du Cap is one of the most legendary hotels of the world.  Melissa sits down with the General Manager Philippe Perd, Hotel Manager Sophie Volant, and Head Concierge Gille

Apr 13, 2023 • 1:00:46

Christian Louboutin: On Fashioning a New Hotel

Christian Louboutin: On Fashioning a New Hotel

This week Melissa sits down with renowned shoe designer Christian Louboutin to discuss his latest venture: a boutique hotel in the scenic hills of Portugal. Christian is widely recognized in the fashion industry for his glamorous footwear line featuring coveted red-bottom shoes. He has now, however, ventured into the world of hospitality with his latest project, the Vermelho Hotel. Vermelho is located in Melides, a quaint fishing village in Portugal, and opened this April. Christian collaborated

Apr 6, 2023 • 1:01:21

Future of Travel: Saudi Arabia's Rise with Jerry Inzerillo CEO Diriyah

Future of Travel: Saudi Arabia's Rise with Jerry Inzerillo CEO Diriyah

This week Melissa is joined by world-renowned tourism visionary and CEO of Saudi Arabia's Diriyah Gate ‍Development Authority, Jerry Inzerillo, about his work to transform Diriyah, which is considered the birthplace of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, into one of the world’s top international destinations by 2030. Previously the Vice Chairman of Forbes Travel Guide and awarded the prestigious “Tourism for Peace” award, Jerry is a travel industry veteran who launched Atlantis in the Bahamas and Dubai

Mar 30, 2023 • 53:34

Aerin Lauder: Style and Beauty Travel Tips

Aerin Lauder: Style and Beauty Travel Tips

This week Melissa is joined by her friend Aerin Lauder, who is also the granddaughter of Esteè Lauder and the founder and Creative Director of AERIN, a global luxury lifestyle brand. In this episode, Melissa and Aerin discuss how Aerin’s travels have inspired her brand, including special childhood trips with her grandmother. Aerin also shares stories and travel recommendations for destinations that have a special place in her heart – from London to Paris, Palm Beach and the Hamptons. Aerin’s pas

Mar 23, 2023 • 51:15

Travel Trailblazers: Steven Shalowitz

Travel Trailblazers: Steven Shalowitz

On this episode of Passport to Everywhere, Melissa Biggs Bradley welcomes Steven Shalowitz, an experienced international traveler and host of the One Way Ticket podcast. Over the past ten years, he’s been interviewing thought leaders in business, travel, art and entertainment around one question: “If I gave you a one-way ticket, where would you go?” The conversation kicks off with a discussion of Steven's experiences before starting One Way Ticket, and then moves into his intrepid travels to Syr

Mar 16, 2023 • 53:22

Know Before You Go: Charleston

Know Before You Go: Charleston

This week Melissa will transport you to Charleston, South Carolina. Beyond its quaint appearance, cobblestone streets, and pastel-colored historic houses, it is also home to a thriving food scene, charming boutique hotels, and a rich and important history. Surrounded by both pristine beaches and acres of farmland, this southern city is considered one of the most vibrant American tourist destinations. In our latest Know Before You Go episode, Melissa is joined by three people Charleston experts w

Mar 9, 2023 • 1:02:52

Travel Legends: St Barth's with Charlie Vere Nicoll

Travel Legends: St Barth's with Charlie Vere Nicoll

This week Melissa takes us to the Caribbean island of St. Barth’s, for a special conversation with the fascinating Charlie Vere Nicoll.  Given Charlie’s fascinating history with St. Barth’s–as guest, hotelier, resident and vicar, he offers special insight into what makes this small volcanic island such a mythical place and a sought-after tropical retreat. The Rockefellers and Rothschilds were among the first to appreciate its natural beauty.In the late 1990s, after years of spending holidays on

Mar 2, 2023 • 50:56

Ski Trends with Expert Jackson Hogen

Ski Trends with Expert Jackson Hogen

Melissa, an avid skier herself, is joined by renowned ski expert Jackson Hogen, equipment tester and editor of RealSkiers.com, to share his incredible knowledge about national and international ski destinations, overlooked mountains, and advances in equipment technology. Plus, the two will discuss how the industry has changed over the years, trends in the sport, why we’re seeing a surge in ski popularity today, and what the future holds for skiers across the world. Then Kathryn Nathanson, Global

Feb 23, 2023 • 55:16

Know Before You Go: Antarctica

Know Before You Go: Antarctica

Antarctica has become a “Bucket List” destination for many travelers, and in recent years more tour operators have launched operations on the White Continent creating the opportunity for more travelers to visit.  This week Melissa details her recent trip to Antarctica as she’s joined by Director of Indagare Productions, Kathryn Nathanson, giving her first-hand account of crossing Drake’s Passage, the protocols and practices of embarking on a carbon-neutral trip, the captivating views, once in a

Feb 16, 2023 • 1:07:44

Travel Legends: Author Paul Theroux

Travel Legends: Author Paul Theroux

This week Melissa welcomes prolific American novelist and travel writer Paul Theroux, whose bibliography includes The Mosquito Coast, The Great Railway Bazaar, Dark Star Safari, and many more. The conversation covers how travel has shaped Paul’s storytelling, collecting treasures while on the road, returning to beloved places, what makes for strong travel writing, why he strays off the beaten path, and his upcoming book about George Orwell. If you have many upcoming international trips, you’ll w

Feb 9, 2023 • 51:12

Destination Deep Dive: The World's Premier Antique, Design and Fine Art Fair (TEFAF)

Destination Deep Dive: The World's Premier Antique, Design and Fine Art Fair (TEFAF)

The European Fine Art Foundation (TEFAF) is widely regarded as the world's preeminent organization for fine art, antiques, and design. Every March, leading art dealers from around the world flock to the Netherlands for the foundation's flagship fair: TEFAF Maastricht. The quality of its paintings, jewelry, and decorative objects is so esteemed that the event is known as the place where museums come to shop. To prepare for her first visit to TEFAF Maastricht, this week on Passport to Everywhere,

Feb 2, 2023 • 50:04

Know Before You Go: Cambodia's Angkor

Know Before You Go: Cambodia's Angkor

This week on Passport to Everywhere, Melissa transports us to Southeast Asia, shining a spotlight on Cambodia.First, Ginevra Boatto, World Monument Fund's regional representative for Southeast Asia overseeing the Angkor Archeological Park project, joins Melissa to talk about engaging with local communities, restoring sites, expectations of travelers, and more.The WMF is a nonprofit dedicated to saving the world's most treasured places so they can be appreciated and studied by future generations.

Jan 26, 2023 • 53:46

Legendary Hotels: Provence’s Villa La Coste

Legendary Hotels: Provence’s Villa La Coste

On this week’s episode, Melissa transports us to the South of France for a conversation with international hotelier Paddy McKillen about art, wine, architecture, and his passion project in Provence, Château La Coste. Villa La Coste, a 28 suite boutique hotel, sits on the grounds of the extraordinary 600-acre estate, Château La Coste, where you will also find an open-air contemporary art museum and winery.  In this episode, you'll learn how Paddy went from working at his parent’s motor repair com

Jan 19, 2023 • 48:34

Travel Trailblazers: Jessica Nabongo of The Catch Me If You Can

Travel Trailblazers: Jessica Nabongo of The Catch Me If You Can

This week Melissa welcomes Jessica Nabongo, a writer, photographer, and entrepreneur with over 14 years of experience in the travel industry for a conversation about solo travel, the power of community, and bringing worlds, people, and cultures together. Her luxury lifestyle brand, The Catch, connects people across the world by providing small-scale artisans with a platform on which they can offer their goods to the global market. When she landed in the Seychelles in 2019, Jessica became the fir

Jan 12, 2023 • 48:54

Bucket List Travel with Author Patricia Schultz

Bucket List Travel with Author Patricia Schultz

This week Melissa welcomes the incredible author Patricia Schultz to the show. At a young age, Patricia took a life-changing trip to the Dominican Republic, fell in love with travel, and committed her life to experience as much as she could of the wonders of the world. Since that first trip, she's accrued passport stamps from over 150 of the 190 countries recognized by the UN.  Patricia is a prolific traveler, and she's also a renowned travel writer. Most famously, she's known for her New York T

Jan 5, 2023 • 1:02:59

Travel Trends Update Plus Your Winter Travel Questions Answered

Travel Trends Update Plus Your Winter Travel Questions Answered

On this week’s episode, Melissa Biggs Bradley looks back at 2022's incredible, record-breaking year of travel in 2022 including the year's biggest trends and what surprised her most as travel rebounded. The infrastructure of the travel industry wasn’t prepared for the unprecedented demand that hit in 2022, which led to major challenges for airlines, hotels, and restaurants. Despite rising costs, however, traveling has become a priority for many.  Then Kathryn Nathanson, Global Experience Directo

Dec 29, 2022 • 56:08

The Future of Travel: Safari with Conservationists & Filmmakers Dereck and Beverly Joubert

The Future of Travel: Safari with Conservationists & Filmmakers Dereck and Beverly Joubert

This week on Passport to Everywhere, Melissa Biggs Bradley welcomes Dereck and Beverly Joubert as they discuss their passion and curiosity about the African ecosystem that inspired them to dedicate their lives to conservation. That commitment to protecting and sharing wildlife landscapes led them to become Emmy and Peabody award-winning filmmakers. Beverly and Dereck have produced over 30 nature documentaries for National Geographic, following the stories of endangered animals. The Jouberts have

Dec 22, 2022 • 54:03

Hotel Legends: Chris Blackwell’s Jamaica Plus Caribbean Travel Tips

Hotel Legends: Chris Blackwell’s Jamaica Plus Caribbean Travel Tips

This week's guest is legendary music producer and hotelier Chris Blackwell. From starting Island Records and bringing Jamaican singer Bob Marley to the mainstream to founding  the Jamaican luxury hotel collection Island Outpost, Chris has dedicated his career to celebrating Jamaica's vibrant culture and natural beauty. Learn why the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame dubbed him “the single person most responsible for turning the world on to reggae music” and about his stunning properties, which include th

Dec 15, 2022 • 48:58

Future of Travel: Diving to The Titanic with OceanGate

Future of Travel: Diving to The Titanic with OceanGate

Melissa welcomes Stockton Rush, founder and CEO of OceanGate Expeditions, to talk about the fascinating cross-section of marine science, history, archeology and opening up the deep sea to travelers. More than 80 percent of the ocean is unexplored and Stockton is leading the charge to change that statistic. OceanGate is known for their spectacular expeditions to view the wreckage of the legendary Titanic and research the uncharted deep sea. Plus, as the holiday season gets into full swing, you wo

Dec 8, 2022 • 47:07

Hotel Legends: Ritz Paris

Hotel Legends: Ritz Paris

In this week’s episode, Melissa Biggs Bradley transports you to the world-renowned Ritz Paris, overlooking the Palace Vendôme. Founded in 1898 by Cesar Ritz, famous guests of the hotel include Coco Chanel, Ernest Hemingway, Princess Diana and French novelist Marcel Proust.  Melissa sits down with acclaimed bartender at the legendary Bar Hemingway Colin Field and Marc Raffray, General Manager of the Ritz, to talk about the hotel’s storied history, how it has evolved over the years, what makes it

Dec 1, 2022 • 52:27

Thanksgiving Mashup: Episode Highlights and How to Deal with Lost Luggage

Thanksgiving Mashup: Episode Highlights and How to Deal with Lost Luggage

In this week’s episode of Passport to Everywhere, Melissa Biggs Bradley highlights two fascinating guests from previous episodes. First, Melissa welcomes Mary Celeste Beall from the legendary Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain in Tennessee, two properties that are at the pinnacle of American hospitality. The two discuss sustainability, staying present in life and while traveling, what to do on the farm, and the richness of the Smoky Mountains, as well as Blackberry's road to becoming  a leg

Nov 24, 2022 • 55:31

Destination Deep Dive: Qatar and The World Cup

Destination Deep Dive: Qatar and The World Cup

Soon the entire world will be turning their attention to Qatar as they welcome the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. On this episode of Passport to Everywhere, Melissa Biggs Bradley welcomes Pierre Daniel to discuss how Qatar is preparing for the global soccer tournament. Thirty-two teams will compete with visitors coming from all over the globe to cheer on their countries and take part in an epic tournament that will make history as the first World Cup held in a Muslim country and

Nov 17, 2022 • 1:03:46

Food & Travel Legends: Massimo Bottura & His Beloved Modena

Food & Travel Legends: Massimo Bottura & His Beloved Modena

This week on Passport to Everywhere, Melissa welcomes Massimo Bottura, a prolific chef, innovator, entrepreneur, and the founder of Food for Soul, a nonprofit organization empowering communities to fight food waste and end hunger. The captivating conversation spans Massimo’s earliest memories of food, his perspective on culinary creativity, his experiences as a restaurateur, and advice for young travelers.They also discuss Massimo’s love of fast cars, modern art, the process of creating the stun

Nov 10, 2022 • 58:14

Travel Legends: The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express & The Return of Train Travel

Travel Legends: The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express & The Return of Train Travel

Pascal Deyrolle, General Manager of The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, joins Melissa Biggs Bradley to talk about the rich history of train travel in Europe, the timeless elegance of the restored train cars, the preservation of artisanship, and the incredible experiences travelers have had and continue to have on The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express TRAIN.  Pascal and Melissa transport you to the past as it meets the present…to a world of royalty, spies, legendary authors, glamour, and elegance. In

Nov 3, 2022 • 59:51

Polar Exploration, Climate Change, & The Power of Photography

Polar Exploration, Climate Change, & The Power of Photography

This week Melissa welcomes Sebastian Copeland, an award-winning photographer, adventurer, and environmental advocate. Over the last 25 years, he has led numerous expeditions across both polar ice caps and continues to use his platform to sound the alarm against climate change and its consequences for not only humans and animals, but the earth itself. Melissa and Sebastian discuss his passion for polar photography, his experiences with local cultures and harsh climates, the stark differences betw

Oct 27, 2022 • 55:20

Future of Travel: Trends & What's Next in Luxury Travel

Future of Travel: Trends & What's Next in Luxury Travel

Shannon Knapp from Leading Hotels joins Melissa to talk about the trends in the luxury hotel business and what travelers can expect in the coming months as the tourism industry continues to boom. Leading Hotels represents the world’s largest collection of impressive independent luxury hotels, such as The Lowell in New York City, Portrait Firenze in Florence, Nihi Sumba in Indonesia, Royal Mansour in Marrakech, and the iconic Ritz in Paris.  In the fifth episode of Passport to Everywhere, host Me

Oct 20, 2022 • 58:38

Destination Deep Dive: Milan with J.J. Martin

Destination Deep Dive: Milan with J.J. Martin

Although she was born and raised in the United States, J.J. Martin moved to Milan as a freelance journalist with a background in advertising a little over 21 years ago and never returned. Instead, she launched her own Italian-based fashion house, La DoubleJ. Her joyful, pattern-forward collection of ready-to-wear clothing, tableware, and home decor is the love child of her obsession with vintage clothing and the glamorous styles on the Milanese streets and runways. As an expat-turned-fashion ent

Oct 13, 2022 • 53:58

Hotel Legends: Blackberry Farm with Mary Celeste Beall

Hotel Legends: Blackberry Farm with Mary Celeste Beall

From a six-room country inn Mary Celeste and her family have created a business and a brand at the pinnacle of American hospitality.  They championed authenticity long before it was a buzzword, learned how not just to thrive on but also to survive their success and explosive growth, and survived as well the sudden death, at 39, of the company's head, Mary Celeste's husband, Sam, the son of Blackberry's founders. Their story is now a legend in the world of luxury travel, and no one tells it bette

Oct 6, 2022 • 58:04

Destination Deep Dive: Venice

Destination Deep Dive: Venice

In this episode of Passport to Everywhere, Melissa Biggs Bradley takes you on an unprecedented look at Venice through the eyes of two residents that have experienced the city in an intimate way. First Melissa transports you to Venice as she welcomes Countess Bianca Arrivabene, whose family operates and lives in the iconic Palazzo Papadopoli, an Aman Hotel. The Countess describes her day-to-day life in the city, how over-tourism is putting the magic of the city at risk, and the deep roots that he

Sep 29, 2022 • 59:47

Future of Travel: Space Tourism

Future of Travel: Space Tourism

Melissa Biggs Bradley, the founder of Indagare Travel, welcomes you to a brand new SiriusXM show and podcast that elevates the way we experience the world through travel. Jane Poynter, founder, co-CEO, and CXO of Space Perspective, joins Melissa to discuss the experiences travelers can expect from space travel and her passion for pushing the boundaries of science. Melissa welcomes Trip Designer Lionel Brown as he shares his Travel Hacks for getting through an airport more efficiently, saving you

Sep 22, 2022 • 57:03

Passport to Everywhere- Coming 9/22

Passport to Everywhere- Coming 9/22

Every week, you are invited to join Melissa Biggs Bradley, CEO and Founder of Indagare Travel, on an incredible worldwide journey as she introduces you to inspirational guests, transports you to dream destinations, shares travel tips and advice, and explores the future of travel. This is your Passport to Everywhere.

Sep 20, 2022 • 0:26

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