Archive for '7 Wonders Interviews'

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7 Wonders Interview with Nicolina (Guerrilla Street Artist)

I first heard of Nicolina Johnson aka ‘Nicolina’ on the same Rick Steve’s podcast as Moses Gates.  Nicolina’s story fascinated me,  the concept of travelling the world and bringing fabulous colourful art and murals to everywhere she went.  Enjoy Nicolina’s 7 Wonders Interview and be sure to check out her work. 1) I wonder, when [...]

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7 Wonders Interview with Moses Gates (Hidden Cities Author)

I first heard of Moses Gates on a recent Rick Steves podcast and knew I had to invite him to take part in our 7 Wonders Interview.  Moses is an Urban Explorer, and his website perfectly describes this pastime, ‘ I’ve also spent a period of time heavily dedicated to exploring the hidden and elusive [...]

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7 Wonders Interview with Ueli Steck (Eiger Speed Climber)

We are privileged that Swiss climber Ueli Steck has taken a few minutes to take part in our 7 Wonders Interview.  Ueli Steck is one of the most gifted speed climbers the world has ever known, conquering the North Face of the Eiger in under 3 hours.   Climbing huge mountains at high speed takes [...]

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7 Wonders Interview with Jane Anderson (of 101 Honeymoons)

Jane Anderson is editor of 101 Honeymoons and a renowned travel writer and photographer based in London. Previously travel editor of You & Your Wedding magazine for 10 years, she has built up a vast knowledge of honeymoons and weddings abroad. As well as editing 101 Honeymoons, she freelances on many travel topics from family [...]

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7 Wonders Interview with Richard Grant (Writer and Presenter)

  Richard Grant is a celebrated travel writer and has published three fantastic books, Ghost Riders: Travels with American Nomads (2003), Bandit Roads: Into the Lawless Heart of Mexico (2008) and his most recent work Crazy River: Exploration and Folly in East Africa (2011). I first was first introduced to Richard Grant through his BBC [...]

7 Wonders Interview with William Gray (of 101 Family Holidays)

William Gray is joint editor of 101 Family Holidays (101holidays.co.uk/family/) and amongst the UK’s most respected travel writers and photographers. His many published works include Wildlife Travel, and Travel With Kids, which won Guidebook of the Year from the British Guild of Travel Writers. He also has a Travel Photographer of the Year Award and [...]

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7 Wonders Interview with Steffan Meyric Hughes (Circle Line Author)

We are thrilled that sailing journalist Steffan Meyric Hughes has taken time out to answer our 7 Wonders questions.  Steffan’s book Circle Line chronicles his fascinating journey around London.  Not by the yellow tube line, but using the network of rivers and canals surrounding the capital. 1) I wonder, when looking at the airport departure [...]

7 Wonders Interview with Gaston and Kerrin of Humanity.tv

There are many talented travellers around the world making fantastic videos of their adventures. None more so than Gaston and Kerrin from humanity.tv.  Their beautiful videos capture the lives of fascinating people they encounter on the road. We are delighted Gaston and Kerrin have taken the time out to answer our 7 Wonders questions. 1) [...]

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7 Wonders Interview with Francis Tapon (Travel Writer and Blogger)

I first heard Francis Tapon on the popular This Week In Travel podcast.  Francis has visited over 80 countries, trekked across America four times and just released his second entertaining book The Hidden Europe: What Eastern Europeans Can Teach Us.  We are delighted Francis has taken the time out to answer our 7 Wonders questions. [...]

7 Wonders Interview with James Parry (The Desert Author)

James Parry has written numerous books about the landscapes and history of his remote travels.  Having visited such places as Borneo, the Empty Quarter of Arabia and Djibouti it’s fair to say James is partial to more demanding environments.  Hopefully James didn’t find our 7 Wonders Questions too challenging! 1) I wonder, when looking at the airport departure [...]