15 Reasons Why You Should Travel From 15 Previous Guests

15 Reasons Why You Should Travel From 15 Previous Guests

Author: Voyascape Media July 2, 2026 Duration: 15:13

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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, authors, broadcasters, travel creators and industry experts, this episode is the perfect way to kick off the summer.

Guests featured:

• Rachel Rudwall – https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000728978309

• Kate Wills – https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000567094905

• Nick Cohen – https://open.spotify.com/episode/4MXukvaUPLCQywmXKjSeBD?si=QyZiKYp_Qta1R5XQeArpjQ

• Matt & Nat – https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000723386799

• Jonny Bealby – https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000561519170

• Mark Wolters – https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000709892870

• Alun from Tripology – https://voyascape.com/podcast/winging-it/episode/episode-111-travelling-with-alun-from-tripology-the-traveller-s-podcast-69f74f

• Matt Dennis – https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000726849183

• John Stucky – https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000731536141

• Emma Thomson – https://voyascape.com/podcast/winging-it/episode/episode-56-travelling-with-emma-thomson-in-sri-lanka-pakistan-iran-zimbabwe-and-bhutan-d486c6

• Melissa Rodway – https://open.spotify.com/episode/0YupR9qd58VoDoqBRbSdOQ?si=v4GVIR2CSYu4VdMNsxDmrA

• Pauline Frommer – https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000733638498

• Aaron Millar – https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000716235402

• Dave Seminara – https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/winging-it-podcast/id1559489384?i=1000665923550

• Matty Dyas – https://voyascape.com/podcast/winging-it/episode/episode-51-travelling-with-matty-dyas-in-haiti-spain-bangkok-slovakia-moldova-fdc080

Which answer resonated with you the most?

Let me know on Instagram @wingingittravelpodcast or send an email to james@wingingitproductions.com

If this episode inspires you to finally book that trip, I'd love to hear where you're heading.

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⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 Welcome & why I created this episode

02:30 The first reasons to travel

05:55 Stepping outside your comfort zone

09:25 Building confidence through travel

12:00 How travel changes your perspective

13:00 Life is short—book the trip

14:18 Final thoughts

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Every Monday, James Hammond sets off with a microphone, and the resulting audio feels less like a planned production and more like you’ve been handed a pair of headphones in the middle of an adventure. Winging It Travel Podcast, from Voyascape Media, is built on the idea that the most compelling stories aren't found in guidebooks but in the unplanned moments and raw reactions that happen along the way. You’ll hear the crunch of gravel underfoot on a remote trail, the bustling chaos of a foreign market, and the genuine conversations that unfold when plans fall apart. This approach transforms each episode into a deeply personal journal entry, documenting not just places, but the cultural and human textures that define them. It’s a documentary of feeling as much as fact. While the soundscapes are cinematic, the heart of the podcast lies in its authenticity-the slight breathlessness from hiking up a volcano, the surprise at a strange local delicacy, the quiet reflection after a long day navigating unfamiliar streets. The journey covers the societal layers and personal transformations that travel sparks, making it about more than destinations. Tune in weekly to find yourself completely immersed, feeling as if you’re right there beside James, figuring it all out as you go.
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