Jesse Chard

Jesse Chardhttps://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/about/contributors/jesse-chardJesse Chardhttps://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/south-america/ecuador/kayaking-the-amazonErika Bergman gets back to nature on a sea kayaking adventure, discovering the biodiversity in the waterways of the Ecuadorian Amazon.2019-04-04T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/south-america/ecuador/kayaking-the-amazonhttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>From windy channels to calm and tranquil lagoons, sea kayaking offers a unique experience no matter what your fitness level. Join Erika as she paddles in the Ecuadorian sea, past pelican-filled mangroves, discovering the South American country from a whole new perspective.</p> <h2 id="podcast">Listen to the World Nomads Travel Podcast: Top 5 Places to Visit in 2020</h2> <p>Find out why Ecuador made our list.</p> <iframe width="100%" height="190" src="https://webplayer.whooshkaa.com/episode/540142?theme=light" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay"></iframe>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/northern-europe/norway/snowmobiling-in-norwaySpeed across Norway’s vast fields of ice and through stunning scenery with Colleen Hagerty. 2019-04-05T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/northern-europe/norway/snowmobiling-in-norwayhttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>Watch as she navigates her way through the Norwegian countryside on a snowmobile - coming across a few surprises along the way. Colleen tries her hand at ice fishing for dinner, before continuing her snowmobiling safari through one of Europe’s most exciting Arctic regions.</p>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/northern-europe/iceland/do-you-believe-in-elvesTravel to Iceland with Katie Yeates, where she discovers the extent that Icelandic locals go to, to respect the elves and where they may be living.2019-04-05T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/northern-europe/iceland/do-you-believe-in-elveshttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>Did you know that more than 50% of locals in Iceland believe in elves? Others also believe in trolls, dwarves, gnomes, and fairies. This belief is interwoven into the culture and environment, and there is an underlying expectation that the majority of Icelanders know someone, or are related to someone, who has had an elf-related encounter.</p>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/south-america/ecuador/galapagos-islands-divingErika Bergman goes on a scuba diving adventure and discovers an astonishing array of sea life that thrives in the Galápagos Islands.2019-04-04T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/south-america/ecuador/galapagos-islands-divinghttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>Watch as Erika swims amongst aquatic animals including playful sea lions, turtles, sharks, sea horses and eels, experiencing a completely magical underwater world. With excellent visibility and stunning surrounds, the Galápagos is the perfect spot to strap on a scuba tank and take the plunge for a truly unique experience.</p> <h2 id="podcast">Listen to the World Nomads Travel Podcast: Top 5 Places to Visit in 2020</h2> <p>Find out why Ecuador made our list.</p> <iframe width="100%" height="190" src="https://webplayer.whooshkaa.com/episode/540142?theme=light" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay"></iframe>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/north-america/canada/sea-kayaking-at-cape-broyleDiscover the serenity of Canada’s Newfoundland as Nomad Will sea kayaks through the fascinating caves and around the cliffs of Cape Broyle, carefully avoiding the whales.2019-04-04T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/north-america/canada/sea-kayaking-at-cape-broylehttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>On a sea kayaking adventure, watch as Will makes a pit stop to sample the taste of a fresh sea urchin, and carefully tries to avoid the whales. Surrounded by cliffs, crystal-clear water and rushing waterfalls, Will discovers the variety of nature’s elements in Cape Broyle’s wilderness.</p>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/north-america/canada/rafting-the-exploits-riverEmbark on a white-water rafting adventure in Newfoundland, Canada, and experience the thrill of the rapids on Exploits River.2019-04-01T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/north-america/canada/rafting-the-exploits-riverhttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>Watch as Will braves the icy-cold water, takes on three grades of rapids and gets comfortable with being uncomfortable as he lets the elements take over, and goes along for ride with Mother Nature.</p>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/north-america/canada/hiking-the-north-head-trailTravel to Newfoundland in Canada with Will McCloy where he discovers the ultimate jet lag cure - hiking.2019-04-01T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/north-america/canada/hiking-the-north-head-trailhttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>From quiet landscapes and stunning mountainsides to national parks teeming with wildlife, Canada has some of the greatest hiking trails that are well worth strapping on your boots for. Join Will as he ventures to Cape Spear, the eastern most point of the North American continent, and reawakens his sense of exploration and wonder in the Canadian wilderness.</p>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/north-america/canada/iceberg-huntingJoin Will McCloy on an iceberg hunt in Newfoundland, as he hopes to see the formations as they float down to Canada from Greenland.2019-04-01T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/north-america/canada/iceberg-huntinghttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>Learning that persistence is key when iceberg hunting, Will eventually hunts down the glacial giants with some local help. Ranging in color from snow-white to aqua-blue, the sheer size of the glaciers, that are tens-of-thousands years old, is nothing short of incredible, and are so plentiful in this region of Canada that the locals are even putting them to good use, in the form of Newfoundland’s famous Iceberg beer.</p>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/north-america/canada/camping-in-national-parksDespite the comforts of glamping in Gros Morne National Park, Will is surrounded by Canada’s extraordinary scenery.2019-04-01T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/north-america/canada/camping-in-national-parkshttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>While glamping, in the Canadian wilderness, complete with a door, hardwood floor and power points, Will’s tent is more about relaxation than roughing it. But, no matter how luxurious, he was still able to experience a fraction of Canada’s striking scenery, off the beaten track.</p>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/north-america/canada/zip-lining-marble-mountainWatch Will McCloy zip lining 300ft above Marble Mountain, on the west coast of Newfoundland, Canada.2019-04-01T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/north-america/canada/zip-lining-marble-mountainhttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>Travel with Will McCloy to Steady Brook on the west coast of Newfoundland, Canada. Soaring 300ft above Marble Mountain, Will gets his adrenalin pumping on a zip lining adventure, complete with a cheeky Canadian prank. Join Will as he gears up before zig-zagging down Marble Mountain and across a colossal gorge, taking in the stunning forest surrounds and aerial views of the Humber Valley.</p>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/oceania/new-zealand/skydiving-queenstown-new-zealandJoin Jabari Smith as he jumps from a plane 15,000 feet above the epic Queenstown landscape in New Zealand.2019-04-01T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/oceania/new-zealand/skydiving-queenstown-new-zealandhttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>Jabari discovers that sometimes, the sweetest things in life are found when we go beyond our comfort zone. Skydiving allows you to experience a place from a different perspective, floating above the world and seeing the beautiful landscape beneath you, and while it’s not always easy to muster up the courage, the stunning views and feeling of triumph are well worth it.</p>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/northern-europe/sweden/sauna-and-slopesJoin Jordan Nicholson as she gets her adrenalin pumping by heading down Sweden’s beautiful Mt Åreskutan in a lowrider mountain cart. 2019-04-01T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/northern-europe/sweden/sauna-and-slopeshttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>First, Jordan relaxes in a Swedish sauna, before trying a little more action-packed - heading down the beautiful Mt Åreskutan in a lowrider mountain cart. Join Jordan as she takes in the stunning Swedish scenery.</p> <div class="AccordionSection nst-component nst-is-collapsed"><button class="AccordionSection-title nst-toggle">Full transcript of the video</button> <div class="nst-content"> <div class="AccordionSection-inner">Jordan Nicholson: The sauna is the perfect way to relax, but if you want something a little bit more action packed, you can go mountain biking... One, two, three, go! <br /> <br /> Guide: So when we'd arrive at the mountain top, we've been making sure that everyone's safe. So we wear helmets at all times and glasses, and you've got some really sturdy brakes on the mountain car. Me as a guide, I would make sure that everyone gets down safe. So I ride first. <br /> <br /> Jordan Nicholson: When we were going down the mountain in the car, I was thinking, I really want to go faster, but I knew I needed to be safe. So I was thinking about my safety and trying not to crash.</div> </div> </div>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/northern-europe/sweden/wakeboarding-swedenTravel with Jordan Nicholson to Surfbukten, an amazing Swedish electric cable wakeboarding water park.2019-04-01T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/northern-europe/sweden/wakeboarding-swedenhttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>Join Jordan Nicholson from World Nomads as she straps on a board and has a whisk around Surfbukten, also known as Surfers Bay, an amazing electric cable wakeboarding water park, located in Jämtland Härjedalen, Sweden. Jordan gets her adrenalin pumping and discovers how Sweden is using electric wakeboarding to minimize pollution and environmental damage.<br /><br /></p> <div class="AccordionSection nst-component nst-is-collapsed"><button class="AccordionSection-title nst-toggle">Full transcript of the video</button> <div class="nst-content"> <div class="AccordionSection-inner">Jordan Nicholson: We are in Östersund and today we're going to surf in the Bay, the big Lake, what's it called? ‘Surfboden’. Then let's go. <br /> <br /> Guide: Electric cable, You can make you go wakeboarding in that city with no pollution and a very good fun environment. <br /><br />Jordan Nicholson: Before I start I have to be safe. I have my suit, I have my life vest and my helmet, but where's the helmet? <br /> <br /> Guide: We care a lot about safety. Uh, so of course we have a vest and a helmet for the rider and know that they're able to swim. <br /> <br /> Jordan Nicholson: The first thing that went through my mind was not to fall too much, but once I got used to the board, I was very excited and it was exhilarating and I loved doing it because you get to fly through the water and see the landscape and just get an adrenaline rush.</div> </div> </div>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/northern-europe/sweden/gastronomy-bike-tourTravel to Sweden with Jordan Nicholson as she goes on a delicious gastronomic bike tour in the charming Klövsjö village. 2019-04-01T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/northern-europe/sweden/gastronomy-bike-tourhttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>Join Jordan as she visits a brewery and samples some of the delicious beer while soaking up the idyllic views of the Swedish mountains, and testing some of the other local produce the region is known for.</p> <div class="AccordionSection nst-component nst-is-collapsed"><button class="AccordionSection-title nst-toggle">Full transcript of the video</button> <div class="nst-content"> <div class="AccordionSection-inner"><br /> Jordan Nicholson: Right now, we are in Klövsjö for a gastronomy bicycle tour of the town. We're going to go around and sample different foods, different bread and chocolate and other things. This is Colin's dairy. Now we're going to have some cheese, the first one, my favorite one. So right now we're at the brewery and we're going to taste some beer. Smells really good. We're going to try some beer, uh, British ale. Yeah, this is the fun part. There's no better way to end this tour with this beer and this view.</div> </div> </div>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/northern-europe/sweden/trout-fishingJoin Jordan Nicholson on her trip to Jämtland Härjedalen as she tries her hand at trout fishing in Sweden.2019-04-01T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/northern-europe/sweden/trout-fishinghttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>Discover beautiful Hosjöbottnarna i Bydalsfjällen with World Nomads’ Jordan Nicholson on her whirlwind trip to Jämtland Härjedalen, Sweden. Watch as Jordan tries her hand at trout fishing and gets some local tips on how to hook the catch of the day.</p> <br /> <div class="AccordionSection nst-component nst-is-collapsed"><button class="AccordionSection-title nst-toggle">Full transcript of the video</button> <div class="nst-content"> <div class="AccordionSection-inner"><br /> Jordan Nicholson: Today we're going to the Sami village and Lake that’s called Hosjö, and we're going to be fishing out there today, and usually they don't let anybody else fish there, but they're letting us fish there today. So hopefully I'm lucky and we catch some trout. Okay, let's go fishing. I didn't catch any yet, but we'll keep trying and hopefully I'll catch something. This is one of the most beautiful places I've ever been to, and the water is clear, you can drink it, and the air is cool and clean and the trees and the breeze. It's Perfect.</div> </div> </div>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/northern-europe/sweden/bear-watchingJordan Nicholson retreats to Sweden’s Lofsdalen Bear’s Den, where she spots one of the majestic beasts in their natural habitat. 2019-03-28T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/northern-europe/sweden/bear-watchinghttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>Travel to the Scandinavian gem, Sweden, with World Nomads’ Jordan Nicholson on a whirlwind trip to Jämtland Härjedalen. Here, Jordan retreats to Lofsdalen Bear’s Den where, with just the right amount of quiet and a little luck, Jordan manages to spot one of the majestic beasts in their natural habitat.<br /><br /></p> <div class="AccordionSection nst-component nst-is-collapsed"><button class="AccordionSection-title nst-toggle">Full transcript of the video</button> <div class="nst-content"> <div class="AccordionSection-inner">Jordan Nicholson: The wildlife here has been very beautiful and the wilderness has been very beautiful. As you can see, it's been raining, but it's made, uh, some of the wildlife come out like the reindeer and the crane. And we're hoping to see some bears today. We're going to go to a bear den. Right now we're in the cabin out in the wilderness, cabin out here. It's been raining all day, but we're still hoping that we'll be able to see some wildlife. ...It's a bear. <br /><br />Speaker 2: Plus, if you're in the woods by yourself, you should yell. So the bear knows you're coming. If you come close to a bear, you said yell, yell at him, because if you run, she's going to run after you and then you're screwed.</div> </div> </div>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/south-america/brazil/the-heart-of-carnavalJoin Chris Noble in Brazil as he travels to the party capital of the world, Rio De Janeiro, looking to capture the essence of Carnaval.2019-03-27T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/south-america/brazil/the-heart-of-carnavalhttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>Watch as Chris goes to the world-famous parade and checks out the many <g class="gr_ gr_7 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace" id="7" data-gr-id="7">blocos</g> (street parties) in Rio’s colorful neighborhoods. With everybody gearing up in their crazy costumes and the unbelievable effort that goes into the parade competition, join Chris as he experiences the passion and energy of the Rio Carnaval.</p>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/south-america/brazil/rios-community-beatsTravel to Rocinha, the largest favela in Brazil, and discover Spin Rocinha - a program providing young local people with a way to develop djing skills.2019-03-27T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/south-america/brazil/rios-community-beatshttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>Rocinha, the largest favela in Brazil, is in Rio de Janeiro's South Zone between the districts of São Conrado and Gávea. Unlike its wealthy neighbouring districts, Rocinha has experienced decades of turmoil. Travel to the favela with World Nomads’ Chris Noble as he discovers Spin Rocinha, a youth empowerment and music development program, that’s helping the children and young adults to find opportunities and develop djing skills in the favela.</p>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/south-america/brazil/rio-football-feverTravel to Rio De Janeiro in Brazil with World Nomads’ Chris Noble as he experiences the passion that is Brazilian football. 2019-03-27T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/south-america/brazil/rio-football-feverhttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>When Fluminense and Vasco, two fierce, Brazilian rivals go head-to-head, the match is trumped by the spectacle of the crowd. Such passion, such emotion, and such unbridled swearing (for those that can lipread Portuguese). This is an experience that no one who travels to Rio should miss.</p>World Nomads 0

https://public-web-wn.uat.wng.me/explore/southern-asia/india/the-holy-manDiscover the stunning beaches of Goa as Andre Bolourchi travels to India on a yoga adventure, in search of spiritual insight and genuine travel connections.2019-03-28T11:00:00Z https://wng-kosmos-wn-cms-uat.kaos.nibit.com.au:443/explore/southern-asia/india/the-holy-manhttps://www.worldnomads.com<p>Here, he meets Krishna, a wandering Baba whose assignment from his master is to teach the secrets of Yoga to wandering travelers in the idyllic surrounds of Palolem Beach, Goa. Observe Andre’s connection with Krishna, and share the insights he gains after practicing with this modern-day holy man.</p>World Nomads 0