The Radio Vagabond

Dive into the incredible story of Iceland's economic transformation. As I talked to some locals, I discovered how a volcanic eruption and innovative marketing turned a financial crisis into a tourism boom. Key Takeaways: * Iceland's banking system collapsed in 2008 * The Eyjafjallajökull volcano eruption unexpectedly boosted tourism * From 500,000 to 2.6 million tourists in just eight years * Unique insights into Icelandic culture and the Westfjords region Relevant Links: * Inspired by Iceland Campaign: https://www.visiticeland.com [https://www.visiticeland.com]  * Westfjords Tourism: https://westfjords.is [https://westfjords.is/] Blog Post Link with pictures, videos and full article: https://theradiovagabond.com/355-iceland [https://theradiovagabond.com/355-iceland]  You can follow The Radio Vagabond on: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radiovagabond/ [https://www.instagram.com/radiovagabond/]  * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond [https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond]  * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond [https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond]  * Twitter: https://twitter.com/radiovagabond [https://twitter.com/radiovagabond]  * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond [https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond]

Join me in this episode of The Radio Vagabond as I chat with Randy Williams, aka R Dub, aka The Sultan of Slowjamastan. We talk about his legendary radio career, his adventures traveling to all 193 countries, and his quirky micronation, Slowjamastan. Plus, get inspired by Randy’s advice for aspiring travellers. 👉 Follow The Radio Vagabond: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radiovagabond/ [https://www.instagram.com/radiovagabond/] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond [https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond] * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond [https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond] * Twitter: https://twitter.com/radiovagabond [https://twitter.com/radiovagabond] * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond [https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond] Read more here: https://theradiovagabond.com/354-etf [https://theradiovagabond.com/354-etf]  Randy Williams, Slowjamastan, Sunday Night Slow Jams, Micronation, Travel inspiration, Radio career success

Join me on The Radio Vagabond as I continue my Icelandic journey! From diving at Silfra between tectonic plates to chatting with locals about sustainability and folklore, this episode dives into Iceland’s culture, quirks, and stunning nature. Find Alda’s books here: https://aldasigmunds.com [https://aldasigmunds.com/] 👉 Follow The Radio Vagabond: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radiovagabond/ [https://www.instagram.com/radiovagabond/] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond [https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond] * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond [https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond] * Twitter: https://twitter.com/radiovagabond [https://twitter.com/radiovagabond] * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond [https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond] Read more here: https://theradiovagabond.com/353-iceland [https://theradiovagabond.com/353-iceland]

Join me at the Extraordinary Travel Festival in Bangkok, where I sit down with four inspiring senior travellers. From cycling across the Sahara to navigating the Arctic, these adventurers prove that age is just a number. Hear their tips, tales, and thoughts on how travel has changed over the years. 👉 Follow The Radio Vagabond: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radiovagabond/ [https://www.instagram.com/radiovagabond/] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond [https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond] * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond [https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond] * Twitter: https://twitter.com/radiovagabond [https://twitter.com/radiovagabond] * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond [https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond] Read more here: https://theradiovagabond.com/352-etf [https://theradiovagabond.com/352-etf]

Discover Iceland’s breath-taking landscapes and rich history as The Radio Vagabond kicks off a new season. Key links: The Blue Lagoon [https://www.bluelagoon.com/], weather.is [https://www.weather.is/] and Northern Light [https://www.weather.is/?section=aurora]. See pictures and read article on TheRadioVagabond.com/351-Iceland [https://theradiovagabond.com/351-iceland]. Explore the Blue Lagoon, the Golden Circle, and Þingvellir National Park. Learn fun facts about Iceland’s quirks and unique culture.  You can follow The Radio Vagabond on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/radiovagabond/], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TheRadioVagabond], YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/theradiovagabond], X [https://x.com/radiovagabond], and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@radiovagabond].  If you like this podcast, please tell a friend.