Palermo – Sicilian City of Stories

In this episode of Travel Our World, we head to Palermo, the vibrant and chaotic capital of Sicily.Recorded on location, Martin is joined by friend of the pod Owen as they explore a city full of history, culture and incredible street food, where every corner tells a story.From bustling markets and grand architecture to raw, authentic neighbourhoods, Palermo offers a completely different side of Italy.In this episode we explore:Palermo’s street food scene and local flavoursThe city’s rich and complex historyWalking through Palermo’s old townThe contrast between beauty and gritWhy Sicily feels so different from mainland ItalyBack in the studio, Martin is joined by Damian, who brings a fresh perspective having not been on the trip but having been to another part of this beautiful island.We also discuss the latest travel news and tech, with a focus on Italy and European travel.Lauren joins us with another Postcard from the Road, while Hannah shares the latest entry from The Mountain Diaries.Follow the podcast and come along for the journey.Real stories. Real journeys. One trip at a time.Episode Chapters00:00 Palermo Destination Focus (On Location with Owen)36:01 Post-Trip Chat with Damian40:39 Travel News & Tech45:38 Postcards from the road50:36 Wrap up and Next EpisodeWelcome to the Travel Our World Podcast, where every episode is a journey.Hosted by Martin McGrath and Damian Urwin, two long-time friends with over 50 years of combined experience in the travel industry, each episode dives into the people, places, and stories that make travel unforgettable.From mountain treks to coastal escapes, ski chalets to city streets, Travel Our World shares real stories from those who live, work, and explore the world of travel.✈️ Real stories. Real journeys. One trip at a time.🎧 Listen on Acast, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your shows.📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelourworldpodcast/Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.