Winging It Travel Podcast
by Voyascape Media
The Winging It Travel Podcast is your weekly ticket to the world—dropping every Monday and hosted by me, James Hammond, proudly part of the Voyascape Network.This is more than just a travel podcast—it's a cinematic audio experience that takes you deep into the heart of each journey. Through rich immersive soundscapes, on-the-ground reactions, and authentic storytelling, I bring you right alongside me—whether I’m hiking up volcanoes in Guatemala, navigating the chaos of a city market in India, or camping under the stars in British Columbia.With over fifteen years of travel behind me, I've met incredible people, seen breathtaking places, and collected unforgettable stories—and now I get to share them with you. Expect a mix of:🎧 Immersive-Audio episodes that let you hear the world as I experience it🎙️ Raw, reflective solo episodes filled with insights, tips, and honest travel tales🌍 Guest conversations with some of the most diverse and well-travelled people I've encountered on the ro
Episodes
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IMMERSIVE - The Sounds of Tahiti: Black Sand Beaches, Papeete Market, Island Driving + Waterfalls
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French Polynesia - Bora Bora: 4 Days of Overwater Bungalows, Helicopter Rides & The Most Surreal Colours
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French Polynesia - Moorea: The Ultimate 3-Day Travel Guide: White Sandy Beaches, Epic Happy Hour Sunset Views & The Best Local Coffee
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French Polynesia - Tahiti, The Ultimate 3-Day Travel Guide: Essential Stops, Black Sand Beaches & Driving Around The Island
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Ep 194 Part 2 - The Ultimate Kenya Safari Guide: Masai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo, Tracking Lions & Super Tusker Elephants
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Ep 194 Part 1 - Unlocking Kenya: Unfiltered Nairobi, Exploring Kibera and the Magic of Lamu's Car-Free Coast
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Hornby Island Travel Guide 2026: Costs, Top Activities, Best Beaches + Journey Information
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San Juan, Puerto Rico - Hostel Break-Up Drama, Local Rum Bars in Houses & A Drunk Solicitor Advising 'Clients' On The Phone
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The Post-Trip Hangover, Notriphobia, and Chasing Your Travel Self
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Winging It for 7 Months in Melbourne: From $0 to $14K in Savings, South Melbourne living & Grim Infections
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IMMERSIVE - 20 Minutes at the Finnish Lakelands: Unwind at Lake Maunolanselkä (ASMR style)
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Winging It On Location – Days 12 to 17 - UK + Paris: A 30k Step Day In Paris, 4 English Breakfasts in 4 Days + Thoughts on Home
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Winging It On Location – Days 9 to 11 - Finnish Lakelands: A Deserted Resort By The Lake, Epic Morning Drone Views + Helsinki Airport Chaos
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Winging It On Location – Days 7 & 8 - Finnish Lakelands: Mökki Life, More Saunas and Our Own Little Cabin Along Route 62
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Winging It On Location – Days 4 to 6 - Helsinki: Our First Sauna, Trendy Coffees and Dancing On The Street
Winging It On Location – Days 4-6 - Helsinki: Our First Sauna, Trendy Coffees and Dancing On The Street In this on-location episode of Winging It, I continue the Estonia-to-Finland road trip and spend three packed days exploring Helsinki — a city that quickly became one of my favourite capital...
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Winging It On Location – Days 2 & 3 - Tallinn: A Trendy Old Town, Estonian History and Monopoly Deal
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Winging It On Location – Day 1: 5-Hour Layover in Amsterdam & Arriving in Tallinn
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How Celiac Disease Changed the Way We Travel | My Appearance on The Gluten Free Advocate Podcast
Check out the new Smart Travel Podcast This episode is supported by Smart Travel a new podcast from Nerd Wallet. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Follow Smart Travel wherever you get your podcasts.Smart Travel Podcast A year ago, my partner Emma was diagnosed with…
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10 Travel Memories That Still Make Me Smile
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REVISITED - Episode 25 - 10 Things I Would Advise A New Traveller
Check out the new Smart Travel Podcast This episode is supported by Smart Travel a new podcast from Nerd Wallet. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Follow Smart Travel wherever you get your podcasts.Smart Travel Podcast Five years ago, I recorded one of the earliest solo...
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Why the World Cup Proves Travel Brings People Together | My Updated 2026 Travel Plans & Recovering From Kidney Stones
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15 Reasons Why You Should Travel From 15 Previous Guests
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Why You Should Stop Waiting for the “Right Time” to Take a Career Break (Taking A Career Break with Katrina Crossover)
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Why Travel Changes Everything - A Deep Dive with James Hammond on the Island Vacation Travel Podcast
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Wellington Travel Guide: Why I Spent a Year Living in New Zealand's Capital
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Temporary Locals Podcast Interviews James Hammond I Bhutan
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Gabriola Island Travel Guide: British Columbia’s Peaceful Gulf Island Escape + Camping, Cafes & Beaches
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Why Waiting Until Retirement To Travel Will Be Your Biggest Regret
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IMMERSIVE - The Soundscapes of Oaxaca, Mexico - Colourful Streets, The Zocalo, Busy Markets + A Local Food Tour
Check out the new Smart Travel Podcast This episode is supported by Smart Travel a new podcast from Nerd Wallet. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Follow Smart Travel wherever you get your podcasts.Smart Travel Podcast IMMERSIVE - The Soundscapes of Oaxaca, Mexico -...
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10 EPIC Campervan Road Trips We’re Planning Around the World
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Ep 193 w/ Amanda Kendle - Why We Shouldn't Be Travelling to Antarctica, Being A Thoughtful Traveller & The Cruel Reality of Wildlife Tourism
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The Songs That Build My Wanderlust & Invoke Happy Travel Memories
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From Norwich to Vancouver: A Sheltered Upbringing, Having A Travel Purpose & A Need To Learn More
Check out the new Smart Travel Podcast This episode is supported by Smart Travel a new podcast from Nerd Wallet. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Follow Smart Travel wherever you get your podcasts.Smart Travel Podcast In this deeply personal solo episode, I take you...
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How to Spend 3 Days in Victoria, British Columbia - The Ultimate Walkable Travel Guide
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REVISITED IN 2026 - Episode 2 - One Week In Lub D, Bangkok, Thailand - Thoughts From My Trip To Bangkok In 2025 vs 2013 Experience
Check out the new Smart Travel Podcast This episode is supported by Smart Travel a new podcast from Nerd Wallet. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Follow Smart Travel wherever you get your podcasts.Smart Travel Podcast REVISITING Episode 2 - One Week In Lub D, Bangkok,...
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IMMERSIVE - Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan: A Typical Day Exploring In Bhutan + Trip Summary 🇧🇹
Check out the new Smart Travel Podcast This episode is supported by Smart Travel a new podcast from Nerd Wallet. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Follow Smart Travel wherever you get your podcasts.Smart Travel Podcast What does a day in Bhutan actually sound like? In...
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Where to Stay in Vancouver for the World Cup 2026: 8 Best Areas Near BC Place (A Local’s Guide)
Planning to visit Vancouver for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and wondering where to stay? In this episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I share a local’s guide to the 8 best areas to base yourself during the tournament. Having lived in Vancouver for nearly seven years, I break down the pros, cons,...
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Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan: My Bhutan Travel Guide: Days 8-11, Travelling Solo, Flight to Bangkok With The Royal Family, Costs & Final Thoughts
Bhutan Travel Guide: Days 8-11, Travelling Solo, Flight To Bangkok With The Royal Family, Costs & Final Thoughts In this penultimate episode of my Bhutan Series on Winging It, I wrap up my 11-day trip to Bhutan and share my final experiences exploring Thimphu and Paro, plus my biggest takeaways...
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Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan: Days 4–7 - Druk Wangyal Festival, Punakha Dzong + Phobjikha Valley
Bhutan Itinerary Days 4–7: Druk Wangyel Festival, Punakha Dzong + Phobjikha Valley In this episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I continue my Bhutan travel series covering Days 4–7 of my guided journey through one of the most unique and spiritual countries in the world. These were some of…
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Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan: A Traditional Homestay in Bhutan - Interview with the owner Ama Om (Ama Om's Homestay)
What is it really like to stay in a traditional homestay in Bhutan? In this episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I’m coming to you from rural Bhutan, where I sit down with Ama Om — the owner of a traditional Bhutanese homestay located in a small village outside Punakha. With the help of a...
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My 10 Lowest Moments On My Travels So Far
My Top 10 Lowest Moments On My Travels So Far Travel isn’t always sunsets, summit views, and perfect Instagram moments — and in this episode, I get honest about the other side of life on the road. Before diving in, I acknowledge just how much of a privilege travel is, especially in a world where...
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IMMERSIVE - Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan: A Day in Bhutan - The Druk Wangyel Festival, Traditional Villages and Chimi Lhakhang Temple
In this episode, I take you along for one unforgettable day in Bhutan that perfectly captures the country’s culture, spirituality, and everyday life. The day begins dressed in a traditional gho before heading high into the Himalayas for the Druk Wangyel Festival at Dochula Pass. With clear skies,...
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Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan - Interview with a Nun at Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery - Life as a Buddhist Nun in Modern Bhutan
Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan Interview with Nun at Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery - Life as a Buddhist Nun in Modern Bhutan In this episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I visit Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery, an all-female Buddhist nunnery located above the Punakha Valley in Bhutan....
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16 Places I Can’t Stop Thinking About Travelling To Right Now
After experiencing Bhutan — a destination that sat at the very top of my travel list for years — I found myself in an unexpected place. Not rushing to plan the next trip, not chasing the next highlight, but sitting in a quiet lull and asking myself a simple question: what places won’t leave my…
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Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan - Days 1–3: Everest Views, Sand Mandala Art, Epic Walks & Breakfast with a Lama
Solo Episode - Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan - Days 1–3: Everest Views, Sand Mandala Art, Epic Walks & A Breakfast with a Lama In this solo episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I take you through Days 1 to 3 of my journey in Bhutan, sharing the sounds, stories, and real travel context…
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IMMERSIVE – Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan – Hiking to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang) - EPIC
IMMERSIVE – Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan – Hiking to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang) EPIC In this immersive, audio-only episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I take you with me as I hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang) in Bhutan — one of the most iconic and spiritual hikes...
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Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan - A Conversation with Ugyen Rinzin - Bhutan's History, Buddhism Basics + Modern Bhutanese Culture
Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan - A Conversation with Ugyen Rinzin - Bhutan's History, Buddhism Basics + Modern Bhutanese Culture In this opening episode of my Bhutan Series, I sit down for a deep, thoughtful conversation with Ugyen Rinzin, a Bhutanese local from Paro, to explore the heart and…
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My 2025 Review of My Travels, Winging It, Personal Goals + What Is To Come in 2026
My 2025 Review of My Travels, Winging It, Personal Goals + What Is To Come in 2026. In this bonus New Year’s Day episode of Winging It, I’m taking a deep dive into my 2025 travel year, the evolution of the podcast, and what’s coming next in 2026. I break down the numbers behind my travels — 22...
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Ep 192 w/ Melissa Rodway (Fly Travel Radio) - The People You Meet While Travelling: Melissa on Stories, Meaning & Modern Travel
Ep 192 w/ Melissa Rodway (Fly Travel Radio) - The People You Meet While Travelling: Melissa on Stories, Meaning & Modern Travel In this episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I’m joined by fellow traveller, podcaster, and author Melissa Rodway for a deep, honest, and refreshingly real...
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15 Best Travel Podcasts 2026: Top Shows for Backpackers, Digital Nomads & Responsible Travellers
15 Best Travel Podcasts 2026: Top Shows for Backpackers, Digital Nomads & Responsible Travellers Welcome to the Winging It Travel Podcast's list of top travel podcasts in 2026. Every year the travel podcast world explodes with new voices, but which ones are actually worth your time? In this...
About this show
The Winging It Travel Podcast is your weekly ticket to the world—dropping every Monday and hosted by me, James Hammond, proudly part of the Voyascape Network.This is more than just a travel podcast—it's a cinematic audio experience that takes you deep into the heart of each journey. Through rich immersive soundscapes, on-the-ground reactions, and authentic storytelling, I bring you right alongside me—whether I’m hiking up volcanoes in Guatemala, navigating the chaos of a city market in India, or camping under the stars in British Columbia.With over fifteen years of travel behind me, I've met incredible people, seen breathtaking places, and collected unforgettable stories—and now I get to share them with you. Expect a mix of:🎧 Immersive-Audio episodes that let you hear the world as I experience it🎙️ Raw, reflective solo episodes filled with insights, tips, and honest travel tales🌍 Guest conversations with some of the most diverse and well-travelled people I've encountered on the ro
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