When it comes to travel, it’s always the people you meet that make the trip. That is especially true in the American South, where the locals are renowned as some of the friendliest and most genuine people in the country.

Today, we’re going to meet three of them who are preserving and conserving the flavours and natural beauty of the South.

• Chef Trevor Stockton is going to take us to the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee for a feast of his favourite dishes.

• Peggy Noe Stevens, the world’s first master bourbon taster, is going to take us on a distillery tour through Kentucky with a stop, of course, at America’s most famous horse race.

• Meg Puckett is taking us to the Barrier Islands of North Carolina in search of one of the last remaining herds of wild horses in the States.

From the mountains to the coast, to the bottom of your glass, this is a journey into the heart of the natural beauty, local people and good ‘ol southern food that makes this region so special.

Highlights include:

• Learning how to taste bourbon like an expert, while driving the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.

• Finding out what our local’s three favourite dishes are, and why one of them is served only in petrol stations.

• Discovering why the Kentucky Derby is known as “the most exciting two minutes in sport”.

• Hearing about the history of wild horses in the United States, and why seeing them should be on every wildlife lover’s bucket list.

FIND OUT MORE

Trevor Stockton: rtloge.com, @therestaurantatrtlodge on Instagram

Meg Pucket: carollawildhorses.org, @corollawildhorses on Facebook

Peggy Noe Stevens: peggynoestevens.com, @pegggynoestevens on Instagram and Facebook.

Discover the American South at https://www.wanderlustmagazine.com/inspiration/discover-the-american-south/

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WANDERLUST MAGAZINE

Wanderlust is the UK’s leading independent travel magazine which has been taking the road less travelled since 1993. Find out more at wanderlustmagazine.com

Become a Wanderlust Club Member to join our community of serious travellers for just £35 a year (or about $50). This will get you six beautiful collectible issues, exclusive member- only competitions and events, access to our entire online archive back to 2010, and heaps of other benefits.

CREDITS

This episode was produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry. Lyn Hughes and Laura Field introduce the show. Aaron Millar is the interviewer and script editor. Audio production by Charles Tyrie.

Moab, Utah, is one of America’s best adventure towns. Located on the doorstep of two of the country’s most spectacular national parks, and surrounded by mile-upon-mile of red rock canyons ripe for exploration, Moab is an outdoor lover’s dream. But dig a little deeper and you will find a wonder of science, history and ancient cultures too.

In today’s episode we’re going to reveal a different side to Moab. From dinosaur tracks fossilized in stone to petroglyphs painted on cliff faces, Moab is like a living museum of science and natural history. And we have three local experts to show us their favourite spots.

Tara Beresh, Director of Curation and Exhibits at the Moab Museum

Blaine Reniger, Founder of History Moab and a local guide

Mary Langworthy, Outreach Specialist at Science Moab

Highlights include:

• Learning the indigenous history of the Fremont, Puebloan and Ute people who have lived in this region for thousands of years.

• Hearing the story of Moab’s most famous gunslinger, Billy the Kid and where to find one of his old hideouts.

• Discovering the geology and ancient history of one of America’s geologic wonders.

• Getting insider tips on where to go for the best viewpoints and where to find world-class outdoor activities.

• Finding out about Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, two of America’s best, right on Moab’s doorstep.

FIND OUT MORE

Discover the real Moab! You don’t have to be an outdoor athlete or a national parks roadtripper to visit: come as you are and discover wild wonders at DiscoverMoab.com

MoabMuseum.org

HistoryMoab.org

ScienceMoab.org

Blaine Reniger Tour Guide: @grizzly_adventures

Check out five extraordinary ways to enjoy Moab’s cinematic outdoors at wanderlustmagazine.com

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WANDERLUST MAGAZINE

Wanderlust is the UK’s leading independent travel magazine which has been taking the road less travelled since 1993. Find out more at wanderlustmagazine.com

Become a Wanderlust Club Member to join our community of serious travellers for just £35 a year (or about $50). This will get you six beautiful collectible issues, exclusive member- only competitions and events, access to our entire online archive back to 2010, and heaps of other benefits.

CREDITS

This episode was produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry. Lyn Hughes and Laura Field introduce the show. Aaron Millar is the interviewer and script editor. Audio production by Charles Tyrie.

For a small country, Guatemala packs a big punch. With a Maya history that dates back 3,000-years, a strong Indigenous culture, and an abundance of nature experiences, we think Guatemala should be on the list of any serious traveller.

From the volcano lined Lake Atitlán, to the extensive rainforest of the Maya Biosphere Reserve and the vibrant capital, Guatemala City, in today’s episode we are taking the road less travelled into the heart of this Central American beauty.

Highlights include:

• Exploring the world wonder of Tikal and its Maya ruins, listening to Howler Monkeys from the top of 3,000-year-old temples.

• Learn why Guatemala is home to some of one of the best food scenes in Central America, from some of the finest coffee and rum in the world to Indigenous-inspired dishes served in world-class restaurants.

• Climb active volcanoes to watch rivers of lava flow beside your feet. You can even eat lava-fired pizza on the way down!

• Discover the serene beauty of Lake Atitlán, sacred to Maya people.

Joining host Aaron Millar today is former CNN reporter and TV presenter Harris Whitbeck, the current Director of INGUAT (Guatemalan Institute of Tourism).

FIND OUT MORE: visitguatemala.gt/en/

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or book your Truly Individual holiday, visit latinroutes.co.uk/destinations/guatemala/

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Take the road less travelled with us and subscribe to the show so you never miss an adventure!

WANDERLUST MAGAZINE

Wanderlust is the UK’s leading independent travel magazine which has been taking the road less travelled since 1993. Find out more at wanderlustmagazine.com

Become a Wanderlust Club Member to join our community of serious travellers for just £35 a year (or about $50). This will get you six beautiful collectible issues, exclusive member- only competitions and events, access to our entire online archive back to 2010, and heaps of other benefits.

CREDITS

This episode was produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry. Lyn Hughes and Laura Field introduce the show. Aaron Millar is the interviewer and script editor. Audio production by Charles Tyrie.