Simon Calder's travel legacy: 30 years of exploration

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Simon Calder looks back on 30 years of travel with The Independent

Join our travel team as they celebrate 30 years of Simon Calder at The Independent.

Hosted by global travel editor Annabel Grossman – and joined by travel editor Ben Parker – this event in conversation with Simon explores the changing face of travel since the 1990s while also delving into the archive to quiz Simon on his memorable moments,

Viewers heard Simon’s favourite holiday tales from his illustrious career – including stories from his infamous gap month, hitchhiking and navigating Covid chaos.

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