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Winging It Travel Podcast

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

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38:30

Unlocking Kenya: Unfiltered Nairobi, Exploring Kibera...

Winging It Travel Podcast ·

2026/10/05

Check out the new Smart Travel PodcastThis 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 PodcastUnlocking Kenya: Unfiltered Nairobi, Exploring Kibera and the Magic of Lamu's Car-Free CoastJoin me, James Hammond, on the Winging It Travel Podcast as I welcome back my returning guest, Dave Seminara, the creator of the Mad Traveler YouTube channel, for part

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25:25

Hornby Island Travel Guide 2026: Costs, Top...

Winging It Travel Podcast ·

2026/09/28

Check out the new Smart Travel PodcastThis 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 PodcastHornby Island Travel Guide 2026: Costs, Top Activities, Best Beaches + Journey InformationI'm heading back to one of my absolute favourite places in Canada for an updated 2026 travel guide to Hornby Island. Often dubbed the "Hawaii of the North," this gorgeous

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18:41

Winging It in San Juan, Puerto Rico - Hostel Drama,...

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2026/09/21

Check out the new Smart Travel PodcastThis 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 PodcastBack in 2014, I was working my way through the Caribbean as a solo traveller and my last stop was Puerto Rico. It was an interesting time to say the least!In this episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I'm taking you back to an unexpected four-day trip I

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21:16

The Post-Trip Hangover, Notriphobia, and Chasing Your...

Winging It Travel Podcast ·

2026/09/14

Check out the new Smart Travel PodcastThis 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 PodcastThe Post-Trip Hangover, Notriphobia, and Chasing Your Travel SelfEver find yourself late at night, staring at a video timeline or scrolling through old photos from a past adventure, hit with a strange, hollow ache? In this solo episode of the Winging It Travel

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26:38

Winging It for 7 Months in Melbourne: From $0 to $14K...

Winging It Travel Podcast ·

2026/09/09

Check out the new Smart Travel PodcastThis 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 PodcastWinging It for 7 Months in Melbourne: From $0 to $14K in Savings, South Melbourne Living & Grim InfectionsIn this episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I break down my seven-month stint living and working in Melbourne, Australia during my working

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22:03

IMMERSIVE - 20 Minutes at the Finnish Lakelands:...

Winging It Travel Podcast ·

2026/08/31

Check out the new Smart Travel PodcastThis 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 PodcastIMMERSIVE - 20 Minutes at the Finnish Lakelands: Unwind at Lake Maunolanselkä (ASMR style)Grab a pair of headphones, find a quiet space, and step onto a wooden jetty in the heart of Finland.In this special soundscape episode, we’re slowing things down

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24:59

Winging It On Location – Days 12-17 - UK + Paris: A...

Winging It Travel Podcast ·

2026/08/24

Check out the new Smart Travel PodcastThis 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 PodcastWinging It On Location – Days 12-17 - UK + Paris: A 30k Step Day In Paris, 4 English Breakfasts in 4 Days + Thoughts on HomeIn this episode, I wrap up my latest trip with Days 12–17 taking me from the UK to Paris before finally heading back home to Vancouver.I

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22:55

Winging It On Location – Days 7-8 - Finnish Lakelands...

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2026/08/18

Winging It On Location – Days 7-8 - Finnish Lakelands - Mökki Life, More Saunas and Our Own Little Cabin Along Route 62Days 7 and 8 take us properly into the Finnish Lakelands as we leave Helsinki behind and hit the road along Route 62.After an early train from Helsinki to Lappeenranta, we pick up our hire car, stock up on food and begin our four-night road trip through some of Finland's most idyllic lake country. The aim of this part of the trip is simple: get away from the cities, slow down and

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15:41

Winging It On Location – Days 4-6-Helsinki: Our First...

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2026/08/13

Winging It On Location – Days 4-6-Helsinki: Our First Sauna, Trendy Coffees and Dancing On The StreetIn 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 cities in Europe.From the ferry across the Gulf of Finland to trendy speciality coffee shops, a free walking tour, and our first proper Finnish sauna experience, this episode captures the atmosphere of Helsinki

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24:48

10 Travel Memories That Still Make Me Smile

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2026/07/20

Some travel memories fade over time, but others stay with you forever.In this solo episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I'm sharing ten very specific travel moments from the past 15 years that instantly take me back whenever I think about them. These aren't just favourite countries or famous landmarks—they're the unexpected moments of peace, achievement, freedom and awe that remind me exactly why I love travelling.From watching the sunrise over the Himalayas after hiking to Poon Hill in Nepal,

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01:01:41

REVISITED - Episode 25 - 10 Things I Would Advise A...

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2026/07/14

Five years ago, I recorded one of the earliest solo episodes of Winging It, sharing ten pieces of travel advice that I wished someone had told me before I set off exploring the world. Since then, I've visited many more countries, built a travel podcast, launched a YouTube channel, started a podcast production business and experienced everything from hiking to Tiger's Nest in Bhutan to travelling through Guatemala, Mexico and El Salvador.So I decided to revisit that episode and ask a simple question:

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18:39

Why the World Cup Proves Travel Brings People...

Winging It Travel Podcast ·

2026/07/08

Why the World Cup Proves Travel Brings People Together | My Updated 2026 Travel Plans & Recovering From Kidney StonesThis week I'm sharing a more personal update as I recover from kidney stones, reflect on the incredible atmosphere surrounding the FIFA World Cup, and look ahead to an exciting second half of the year packed with travel.After a slower start to 2026, I'm finally getting ready to hit the road again with trips to Toronto, Estonia, Finland, Paris and French Polynesia. I also share how

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16:25

15 Reasons Why You Should Travel From 15 Previous Guests

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2026/07/02

This week is a little different.I went back through the Winging It archives and handpicked 15 previous guests, asking each of them the same quick-fire question:"What would you say to someone who's nervous about travelling and why they should go?"Their answers are honest, inspiring, funny and thought-provoking. Whether you're dreaming about your first solo trip, planning a career break, or simply need a reminder of why we explore, these 15 reasons might be exactly what you need.Featuring adventurers,

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01:01:49

Why Travel Changes Everything - A Deep Dive with...

Winging It Travel Podcast ·

2026/06/15

Why Travel Changes Everything - A Deep Dive with James Hammond on the Island Vacation Travel PodcastHello guys!Another guest appearance on another travel podcast today, and this time it is the Island Vacation Travel Podcast with Al Philogene, as we take a deep dive into the impact of travel on our daily lives, as a lifestyle choice and the impact on me personally too.You can watch this episode on YouTube here (please subscribe to Winging It) - https://youtu.be/XWfXoSQ5r7cI loved speaking with Al on

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31:16

Wellington Travel Guide: Why I Spent a Year Living in...

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2026/06/08

Wellington Travel Guide: Why I Spent a Year Living in New Zealand's CapitalWellington is one of my favourite cities in the world, and in this episode I'm sharing exactly why.I first visited New Zealand's capital in 2013 on the Kiwi Experience and instantly connected with the city. In 2017, when Emma and I arrived in New Zealand on a working holiday visa, we spent weeks road-tripping around both islands before deciding where to settle. I already had my sights set on Wellington, and thankfully Emma

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01:17:48

Temporary Locals Podcast Interviews James Hammond I...

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2026/06/01

Welcome to this special episode where I am on the other side of the mic!I recently joined the Temporary Locals Podcast to share my experience travelling through the fascinating Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan. In this conversation, we dive into what makes Bhutan one of the most unique travel destinations on Earth, from its strict tourism policies and sustainable tourism model to its rich Buddhist culture and breathtaking mountain scenery.We discuss the realities of planning a trip to Bhutan, including

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20:24

Gabriola Island Travel Guide: British Columbia’s...

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2026/05/25

Gabriola Island Travel Guide: British Columbia’s Peaceful Gulf Island Escape + Camping, Cafes & BeachesIn this immersive episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I head over to beautiful Gabriola Island in British Columbia for a peaceful weekend of camping, beaches, coffee shops, sunsets, ferries, and slow island living. Located just off the coast of Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, Gabriola is one of BC’s hidden gems and the perfect nature escape from Vancouver.Gabriola Island is a scenic,

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30:17

10 EPIC Campervan Road Trips We’re Planning Around...

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2026/05/04

10 EPIC Campervan Road Trips We’re Planning Around the WorldIn this episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I’m sharing 10 incredible campervan road trips that are firmly on our bucket list for the next decade. From the dramatic fjords of Norway and the remote highways of Northern Canada to the deserts of Utah, the coastline of Western Australia, and even a possible campervan adventure across Japan — these are the road trips we genuinely cannot stop thinking about.If you love freedom, open roads,

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01:27:02

Ep 193 w/ Amanda Kendle - Why We Shouldn't Be...

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2026/04/27

Ep 193 w/ Amanda Kendle - Should You Travel to Antarctica? Ethical Travel & The Cruel Reality of Wildlife TourismIn this thought-provoking episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I’m joined by Amanda Kendle from The Thoughtful Travel Podcast to unpack two of the most controversial topics in modern travel: Antarctica tourism and wildlife experiences.We dive deep into the ethical dilemma of visiting one of the most fragile places on Earth. With Antarctica losing billions of tons of ice every

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21:44

The Songs That Build My Wanderlust & Invoke Happy...

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2026/04/20

What if a song could take you somewhere you've never been? Or transport you straight back to a beach, a bus ride, or an open road on the other side of the world?In this solo episode I'm sharing the songs that have shaped my travel life — from the early days of dreaming about the world from my bedroom, through my first big adventure in 2013, all the way to life on the road today.Some of these songs painted pictures of places before I'd ever set foot there. Others are locked forever to a specific

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