ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗
WANDEROUS follows writer and travel expert Andrew Crusoe as he searches for wonder in every corner of the world. From ancient temples to bustling sushi bars, we uncover what’s captivating (& what you can skip), plus money-saving tips gleaned from experience. Let's journey together & get into some trouble along the way. 😉
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Update frequency:
every 16 days
Average audio length:
29 minutes
English
United States
164 episodes
since Dec. 27, 2019
episodic
LATEST EPISODE 🔗
How do you feel moment to moment? Because that is actually your life, not being distracted by your plans of the future, not being nostalgic about where you'll go next. It's the "now."
At some point, we do need to be "here." In this episode I talk about that, plus some realizati…
PREVIOUS EPISODES 🔗
This week, I visit the legendary Dakshineswar Kali Temple and experience something I’m still trying to put into words. Standing before Kali, I had a strange, ineffable moment that felt like an initiation.
We also explore the temple complex, including the 12 Shiva shrines that line the river, each o…
This week, I wander through Eco Park on the east side of Kolkata, the largest urban park in all of India. The highlight is “Seven Wonders,” a quirky park-within-a-park that features scaled recreations of the pyramids of Giza, the Great Wall of China, Easter Island, and more. I share what impressed …
My first days in India were… eventful. From food poisoning to waking up to a dead MacBook, things started off rocky. But my couchsurfing hosts made it unforgettable—such incredible people (and food!). I got my shoes repaired on the street, wandered Kolkata’s vibrant streets, and anxiously waited to…
This week: we wrap up my Nepal adventure with a visit to the Hiranya Varna Mahavihar (The Golden Temple) in Patan, Kathmandu. Along the way, we explore the six realms, admire stunning tapestries, and enter the wrong temple at the wrong time. With early January temperatures below freezing, I experie…
We wrap up my time in Sauraha and Pokhara, Nepal, exploring the far side of the elephant center suspension bridge and stumbling on some unforgettable souvenirs and photogenic moments. Then, M and I part ways, and I catch a wild bus ride back to Pokhara — just in time for an unusual Christmas and an…
Today, we venture deep into the wilds of Chitwan National Park, home to one-horned rhinoceros, crocodiles, tigers, and countless other species. From sunrise boat rides to jungle walks, this safari was pure magic, and I also share a few must-know travel tips before you plan your own trip to southern…
Today, we venture across Phewa Lake and up the hill to the Shanti Stupa, one of only two peace pagodas in Nepal. We also talk about the fascinating backstory and the Japanese sangha that was behind building it!
Show Notes
🎥 YouTube Short: A Funny Summary Video of this Magical Day to the Stupa
🎧 M…
Today we venture into Chamero Gufa, the famous Bat Cave of Pokhara! Discovered in the 1980s, this wild underground cavern is home to thousands of Horseshoe Bats! 🦇 Along the way, I also stumble into the wrong gorge—an accident that turned into a blessing when I was treated to a live sarangi perform…
On International Mountain Day, I joined the 7th annual mountain festival in Pokhara, Nepal — a lively celebration of mountains, culture, and adventure. From geology exhibits to festival games, it’s a must-see if you’re visiting Pokhara in December. Plus, my review of Annapurna Bhanchha, a great sma…
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