The World Vegan Travel Podcast

Vegan Safari Botswana vs Greater Kruger Guide | Brighde Reed

Send us Fan MailLink for the show notesIn this episode of The World Vegan Travel Podcast, Brighde shares a simple and honest guide to choosing between a vegan safari in Botswana or Greater Kruger. Drawing on years of experience running safaris in both regions, she walks you through the key differences in travel style, wildlife, comfort, and vegan food—so you can decide which experience is right for you.🌴 Our Thailand 2027 vegan group trip is open!Join us for an unforgettable journey filled with vibrant markets, stunning temples, incredible plant-based cuisine, and meaningful cultural experiences — all with a small group of like-minded travelers.👉 Get Limited Time Early Bird Special Offer📬 Join our newsletter Check out our website | Check out all the podcast show notes | Follow us on Instagram

Elephant Conservation in South Africa | A Scientist's Mission | Katie Thompson

Send us Fan MailLink for the show notesIn today’s episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Katie Thompson, Programme Director for Elephants Alive, a conservation organisation doing deeply important work to protect elephants in the Greater Kruger region and to help reduce human–elephant conflict in ways that support both wildlife and local communities.This is a thoughtful and hopeful conversation, but it also touches on the reality that conservation work can be complex and sometimes imperfect. Katie herself is vegan, deeply committed to animal protection, and brings so much care, intelligence, and compassion to this work. I’d really invite you to listen with curiosity and openness as we explore what it means to protect elephants, ecosystems, and the people living alongside them.There are a lot of places, organisations, and resources mentioned in this episode, so do check the show notes and the blog post for all the details. 🌴 Our Thailand 2027 vegan group trip is open!Join us for an unforgettable journey filled with vibrant markets, stunning temples, incredible plant-based cuisine, and meaningful cultural experiences — all with a small group of like-minded travelers.👉 Get Limited Time Early Bird Special Offer📬 Join our newsletter Check out our website | Check out all the podcast show notes | Follow us on Instagram

Vegan Resort in Mexico | Our Stay at Palmaïa | Heather & Brighde

Send us Fan MailLink for the show notesToday’s episode is a little different — and a lot of fun. I’m joined by my dear friend Heather, and we’re recapping our recent milestone birthday trip to Mexico, where we stayed at the stunning plant-based resort, Palmaïa, just south of Cancún in Playa del Carmen.We talk about everything — the fully vegan restaurants, the spa experience that completely spoiled us, beach days with margaritas, spider monkeys in the jungle canopy, and yes… even the sargassum situation.If you’ve ever wondered what a luxury, plant-forward, all-inclusive experience is really like — this episode is for you.🌴 Our Thailand 2027 vegan group trip is open!Join us for an unforgettable journey filled with vibrant markets, stunning temples, incredible plant-based cuisine, and meaningful cultural experiences — all with a small group of like-minded travelers.👉 Get Limited Time Early Bird Special Offer📬 Join our newsletter Check out our website | Check out all the podcast show notes | Follow us on Instagram

Vegan Mexico City | Tacos, Pyramids & Activism | Mena Espejel

Send us Fan MailLink for the show notesIn today’s episode, I’m chatting with Mena Espejel — CEO, founder, and tour leader at Travelling Herbivore, Mexico City’s first 100% vegan and vegetarian tour company.If you’ve ever wondered what ethical, grassroots, truly local vegan travel looks like — this episode is going to inspire you.I recently celebrated my 50th birthday in Mexico City and had the absolute joy of joining one of Mena’s street food tours. It completely changed the way I see the city — from hyper-local vegan taco stalls and activist-led restaurants, to family-run obsidian workshops near Teotihuacan, to thoughtful wildlife experiences in Baja California.In this conversation, we talk about:The growth of the vegan scene in Mexico CityHow veganism intersects with activism, feminism, and anti-speciesismResponsible whale watching and wildlife tourismOff-the-beaten-path neighborhoods you should absolutely visitAnd of course… where to eat the best vegan tacos, pozole, tortas, and tiramisu in the city.🌴 Our Thailand 2027 vegan group trip is open!Join us for an unforgettable journey filled with vibrant markets, stunning temples, incredible plant-based cuisine, and meaningful cultural experiences — all with a small group of like-minded travelers.👉 Get Limited Time Early Bird Special Offer📬 Join our newsletter Check out our website | Check out all the podcast show notes | Follow us on Instagram

Vegan Travel in Asia | Buddhist Temples & Plant-Based Alms | Andrea Diaz

Send us Fan MailLink for the show notesIn today’s episode, we’re exploring the connection between veganism, Buddhism, and travel.I’m joined by Andrea Diaz, Executive Director of Dharma Voices for Animals — the only international Buddhist animal rights advocacy organization. We talk about how Buddhist teachings on non-harm intersect with plant-based living across Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam, and how travelers can engage with these traditions through temple stays, mindful meals, and compassionate food experiences.Andrea also shares her personal journey — from animal rights investigations to discovering meditation and Buddhism — and how it all came together in her work today.🌴 Our Thailand 2027 vegan group trip is open!Join us for an unforgettable journey filled with vibrant markets, stunning temples, incredible plant-based cuisine, and meaningful cultural experiences — all with a small group of like-minded travelers.👉 Get Limited Time Early Bird Special Offer📬 Join our newsletter Check out our website | Check out all the podcast show notes | Follow us on Instagram